Straightening natural hair regularly can cause heat damaged curly hair. There’s no doubt about it. The use of flat irons and blow dryers can melt the cuticles of the hair causing what’s called heat damage. Another term that you may see is “heat training.” I believe these words are being used by those who may…
Remember that post I wrote on being a hair mixtress when you find your hair products are costing you too much money? Well, today I’m giving you a list of DIY ingredients (from A to Z) to make your own hair products and to help ya out with your hair care needs. You’re welcome and here you go!…
Giving yourself a hair spa day is exactly what you need to reset and work toward your hair goals. It’s also much more affordable than going to a spa. Below you’ll find ideas for how to give your hair a spa day from the comfort (and safety) of your own home. I don’t get to…
In the spirit of keeping it real, I confess I never stop learning my about my natural hair. Sure, I may know what types of products my hair generally likes and I may even know the best hairstyles for my fine natural hair. Yet, just when I think I know it ALL, there always seems…
(Updated Aug 2016) My co-wash product of choice is Eden Bodyworks Coconut Shea Cleansing Co-Wash. It’s knocked the Shea Moisture’s Coconut Hibiscus Co-wash Conditioning Cleanser down to a “nice to use once in a while. How I Use Shea Moisture Conditioning Cleanser I’ve only used this conditioner cleansing in one way – to cleanse my hair…
To wash my hair, I sometimes use shampoo that’s sulfate free but mostly I use co-wash products. I don’t like to co-wash with conditioner, however. I believe that only products formulated for cleansing the hair should be used to cleanse the hair. Cleansing conditioners (or co-wash products) are gentler than shampoos and there are a…
(Updated Aug 2016) This is one of my favorite deep conditioners! I stumbled upon it while shopping for another deep conditioner. I like to use it from time to time but it’s no longer a staple. It performs very well on my hair but I’ve found better. How I Use TRUE by Made Beautiful Intense…
(Updated Aug 2016) One of the first staple hair products I shared was Shea Moisture Zanzibar Marine Complex Conditioner. I shared how conditioner was probably the most necessary product for hair, natural or relaxed. This goes without question. Yet, I would never stick to using just 1 brand of conditioner. I need to rotate them from time…
(Updated Aug 2016) Conditioner is one of the most important products in a woman’s arsenal of hair care products. As a matter of fact, conditioner may be the most important product as it is a multipurpose product that can accomplish the important task of cleansing, moisturizing and fortifying the hair. If you’re anything like me, you…
