Style Diary- Winter Wash and Go
JayI live in Florida, so I use the term "winter" lightly. I'm digging my wash and go with Original Moxie Moisture Gel and Shape Shifter under EcoStyler gel. This is…
Product Review- Original Moxie Products for Curly Dry Hair
I was graciously gifted these Original Moxie products for review. Get Clean No Foam Cleanser- This is my first time using a no foam cleanser with a conditioner-like consistency. It…
How To: Good Braiding Technique vs. Bad Braiding Technique
I've written many times about how important it is to braid the length of a braid tightly. I realize some braiders have a technique that does not allow them to…
Product Review- Kinky Curly Custard
I bought a small jar of Kinky Curly Custard from Target forever ago and I have yet to finish it. My opinion of this product wavers. I also purchased the…
Product Review- LeKair Cholesterol Plus
I’ve used this product for about 11 years now. Back in the day, cholesterol was all this relaxed head knew about deep treatments. I washed, conditioned and occasionally used this…
My Niece’s Winter Braids…in detail
This is my 5 year old niece. Here's the post with pics I took while braiding. Here's a larger set of braids from the summer. You can see the shrinkage…
My Niece’s Winter Mini Braids
I'll upload pictures of the finished product with more detailed information. Here's a quick look at her mini braids on 4B/4C hair.
How To: Blowdrying Before Braiding
I rarely do this but if I'm crunched for time, I will blowdry my hair prior to braiding. I braided my sister's hair this weekend and she had to drive…
My Niece’s Mini Braids- June 2012 (4B hair)
My niece will be spending the rest of her summer with her father who is stationed a few states away. I thought it was time for a fresh new hairstyle…
How To: My Braids Are Frizzy, Now What?
Frizzy braids can be salvaged somewhat with a few methods for stretching the hair. After you've done everything you can to prevent frizz (see my article for more information), There…
How To: Parting on a Grid
I previously posted my thoughts on parts and whether or not the shape matters. You can read the full process I use to put in my mini braids in the…
My Niece’s Mini Braids- 4B Natural
I'm often the one who washes and styles my niece's hair. Since I only see her (for more than a few hours) about once a month, it's important that her…