Tips for Managing Fine Natural Hair- Part I
JayAnyone with fine hair knows how difficult it is to grow it to long lengths. I decided to put together an article to share what I have learned along the…
Caring for Hair in Cooler Weather
This article is long overdue but it might still be relevant for those living in places with actual seasons. It's a steady 80 degrees here in Florida. I've complied a…
How To: Protecting Edges While Wearing Braids
Here's something many people struggle with- protecting the fragile hair in our edges. First, it's important for me to note that these tips are for wearers of mini braids (also…
Things You Shouldn’t Do While Wearing Mini Braids
Of course, I absolutely love mini braids. While they are incredibly versatile there are a few things that you probably shouldn't do while your hair is styled this way. These are all…
How To- Trimming Mini Braids
Here' s a quick rundown of how I trim my mini braids. The pics are low budget and my nails look awful, lol...so I will retake the pics the next…
How To: Deep Condition Mini Braids
Here's a quick rundown of how to deep condition your mini braids. I wrote my thoughts on deep conditioning in this blog post, but I didn't cover the best method…
Should I Grease My Scalp?
The short answer is no. I'll provide a long answer to this with an explanation as to why I don't believe in 'greasing' the scalp. Grease has long been the…
Let’s Talk Deep Conditioning
For the past 6 years or so (as a relaxed head, natural, relaxed and natural again) I've deep conditioned my hair every weekend. Sure, I've missed a few weekends here…
Autumn is Here! Do You Need a Trim?
I love a change in seasons for many reasons...even though I don't get to truly experience them because I live in Florida. The equinoxes and solstices are important dates for my hair…
Easy Moisturizing Braid Spray
When my mini braids are dry and I don't feel like cowashing them, I use my spray as a quick fix. It's a simple mix (which I'm all about, if…
Getting Rid of Smells in Mini Braids
Hair is like a fabric and let's face it, sometimes it gets funky. Whether it's after a night out at a smoky bar or an outdoor adventure weekend, or hair…
Quick & Easy To Mix Hair Growth Oil
For a lot of us, our hair just cannot growth fast enough. I've tried it all when it comes to growing my hair to long lengths. My regular growth rate…