For many of us, extremely dry hair is less of an issue in the summer since there’s more moisture in the air for the hair to absorb. That is, of course, unless you live in a low-humidity, dessert-like climate. Add a little heat damage to that and we’ve got a serious problem. After getting my hair pressed, (with hot […]
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Everything to Know About Mineral Oil, Vaseline and Hair Care
A while back, mineral oil was criticized as being, among other undesirable things, “bad” for natural black hair. It purportedly blocked the hair follicles, not only making the scalp dirty but also keeping hair from growing, and was blacklisted among the community. Back then, if I knew one thing about being natural, it was to […]
Review: First Look – Jolis Hair Extensions
I received hair from Jolis Hair for review, so first step is the unboxing and first look! Why the first look? Because when purchasing weave from a new vendor you want to be sure that the hair is bug free (yeah girl), smells good + clean, with prompt shipping. Don’t worry ladies, I will review how […]
Coconut Oil Alternatives for Eczema Relief
In continuing with this series on eczema relief, it only makes sense to discuss other forms of moisture through the use of essential hair oils. As mentioned in my last post, a great moisturizer is everything, and for many people who suffer from eczema (and for many curlies with porous hair), coconut oil is a […]
Product Review: Creme of Nature Argan Oil Moisture Mask & Twirling Custard
Typically, my hair routine is very simple: wash, condition, braid and repeat. I don’t usually do a lot to my hair, but every once in a while I like to switch up my style. I get bored easily. Recently, I tried some new products for my hair: Creme of Nature With Argan Oil From Morocco […]
All About the Benefits of Aloe Vera
Aloe vera is the ultimate multitasker. It’s been used in herbal medicine since the early first century A.D., and aloe vera extracts are widely used in the cosmetic and alternative medicine industries, marketed as having rejuvenating, healing, and/or soothing properties. Whether it’s the juice or the gel, which is slightly thicker due to the added […]
Get Your Summer Glow with Just Natural’s Turbinado Brown Sugar Body Scrub!
Not all sugar scrubs are created equal. Take, for example, Just Natural’s Turbinado Brown Sugar Body Scrub–your skin’s new best friend. Just Natural Hair and Skin Care is a relatively new line that offers a wide variety of skin and hair care products, which are cruelty free, natural and organic, alcohol/chemical free and made in […]
The Best Kinky/Curly Weaves for Summer 2014
Kinky and curly hair extensions are in for the summer, but finding the perfect hair is almost impossible and finding affordable kinky hair…welp. It has to be able to survive the elements, be easy to maintain, have minimal shedding, and be worth the price. I decided to take a look at Youtube video reviews in […]
Natural Hair Treatment: Eczema Relief
When it comes to natural hair, I am definitely not a pro. Nonetheless, I have discovered a hair washing treatment that works well for my three-year-old daughter. It has been a challenging journey for us, and although we are proud members of the natural hair community, my daughter can attest to the fact that we […]
Cantu Shea Butter Curl Activator Cream and Creamy Hair Lotion – Review
I have faced mounting hair care costs – the amount of money spent on maintaining my hair regimen was growing increasingly unaffordable. An 8 ounce bottle of the typical moisturizer in my neighborhood was running about $26 (not including taxes), not to mention the product running out in about 8 weeks (at best), and usually […]