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Leave-in conditioner is an essential part of any hair-care routine. This hydrating product is applied after you wash, condition and towel dry your hair, but before styling. It’s a favorite for people with curly and coily hair, but it works on ALL hair types. When you pick the right product, it can make your tresses … Read more

Curly hair can often be a challenge to manage, especially when it looks dull, dry, and frizzy despite using the right products. You’ve switched to sulfate-free, curl-friendly items, and you sleep on a soft pillowcase to avoid tight hairstyles. But did you know that the way you dry your curly hair matters just as much? … Read more

Anyone with long hair knows the struggle of dealing with tangles. The snag of a brush colliding with a tangle is both painful and emotionally draining, often causing breakage. Tangles are unavoidable with lengthy locks, but certain behaviors and products can increase their frequency and severity. Tangles are typically a combination of “live” hair still … Read more

Have you ever watched someone use a diffuser and wondered how they managed to not turn their hair into a bird’s nest? Using a diffuser can seem difficult at first, but with the right technique, it can greatly improve the definition, volume, and staying power of your curls.  By experimenting with both warm and cool … Read more

When you have 2c hair, you possess the waviest of all hair types. This natural wave is ultra-defined and hard to ignore, even when wet. Many straight-haired people use mousse and stiffening products to achieve the hairstyles that 2c hair types naturally enjoy. Knowing how to take care of your wild and wavy hair is … Read more

Taking care of natural hair requires special attention due to its tendency towards dryness, tangling, and frizz. Many naturalists enjoy the refreshing feel of water on their hair during a shower, believing it helps them style their coils. Others prefer not to wet their hair too often to avoid product buildup. This raises the question: … Read more

Brushing wavy hair without it getting frizzy can be a challenge, but with the right tools and adjustments, it’s possible to improve the appearance and health of your hair. As someone who has struggled with brittle and breakage-prone strands, I can tell you that over-brushing does more harm than good. Though it’s been touted for … Read more

I’ve always wondered, does frequent washing really make your hair grow faster? This question has been addressed and discussed in many blog posts and natural hair forums, making it quite an interesting topic. Some believe that such a simple change in your hair care regimen can promote hair growth, while others think it can help … Read more

Sleeping with a bonnet might seem old-fashioned, like something out of a period drama, but this protective headgear is actually a simple and effective way to maintain healthy hair regardless of your hair type. Bonnets shield your hair from friction and absorption into cotton pillowcases, preventing breakage, knots, and moisture loss as you sleep. This … Read more

When it comes to combing curly hair correctly, it makes a huge difference in the health and overall appearance of your curls. Curly hair, especially afro-textured hair, requires a different approach than hair with loose curls or ringlets. Brushing curly hair might seem like a straightforward affair, but unfortunately, it isn’t. There are countless tutorials … Read more