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For The Love Of Curls
Thinking back to before I started my natural journey sometimes makes me cringe. I remember thinking that natural hair wasn’t for me. Turning my back on the creamy crack was not an option.…
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Hydration, Moisture, Moisturizers, Oh My!
Last week we took a look at hydration, moisture, and moisturizers and realized that there is a difference between the terms. Though routinely done, using the terms moisture and hydration interchangeably can be…
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Hydration vs. Moisture: Is There a Difference?
We tend to use the words hydration and moisture interchangeably, but is this appropriate? When you feel your hair is dry, is your first thought to grab a product or to seek water…
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What Does pH Mean To Curly Hair?
pH, I’m sure we’ve all heard the term, but do you know what it is or how it affects the healthy state of your hair. When was the last time you picked up…
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Why I learned To Embrace My Shrinkage
In the natural community, we have the tendency to view shrinkage as a bad thing, but what if I told you that it’s not necessarily a bad thing, that it can be a…
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Why I Stopped Using Heavy Oils and Butters
As tightly coiled naturals, one of the biggest complaints that you’ll usually hear is that our hair is dry. The nature of our tightly coiled strands can create some challenges where hydration is…
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Why I Stopped Co-washing My Hair
People are sometimes surprised when they find out what I don’t do to my hair. The common belief in the natural hair community is that there are certain holy grail steps that we…
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5 Key Points About Tightly Coiled Curls
Curls come in many different shapes and sizes. The diameter of your curls (or how large/small) your curl, kink, coil, or wave is can determine how tight your curls are. Tighter coils will…
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Shedding vs. Hair Loss: Things to Consider
Hair loss, shedding, and thinning of the hair can be a big deal. For most of us, the idea of losing precious strands often puts us on edge. For those who carry the…
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Silicones and Natural Hair Care: What You Need to Know
The presence of product build-up can either make or break your hair style. I’ve talked at length about heavy oils and butters and how they can affect hydration levels and the overall health…
