I’m so excited to announce that I’m starting a podcast, called Undefined by… I’ve had the concept and idea for a few years. So after a lot of planning and months of recording, I can finally share what I’ve been working on. I’ll be honest, I’m a little nervous that some of you will be disappointed that I’m not launching a product line. Because I get questions about that all the time. I know it’s an expectation so many people have and it seems like such an obvious and natural next step for Curl Maven. But that’s for another article, on another day. Step 1: Set up a Media Company I’ve set up a me ..read more

The beauty world’s most advanced smart mask device got another upgrade. Here’s my FOREO UFO3 review. Combining six leading skin care technologies with mini Korean-inspired sheet masks to boost hydration, radiance and glow. Improve the appearance and reduce inflammation, redness and signs of ageing. This smart beauty device is clinically proven to increase moisture levels in the skin by 126% in two minutes and reduce the appearance of fine lines in as little as one week. FOREO UFO3 Review The FOREO UFO3 is an at-home facial device that combines all kinds of cutting-edge, innovative technology ..read more

Hair porosity can be a confusing, overwhelming concept in the curly hair community. Information on how to test hair porosity in various ways is often conflicting due to misinformation and a misunderstanding of hair porosity. I’ll share how to test hair porosity, accurately. And what (common) tests are inaccurate, don’t work and are complete myths and a waste of time! You can take this porosity quiz I developed to help you determine your hair porosity. You’ll then receive more information on the key products, techniques + routines that work best for each hair porosity type. Because once you kno ..read more

Here’s my TréLuxe Soothe + Restore Review, featuring all four products from their Soothe + Restore Collection. Formulated to soothe the scalp, repair damage and restore strength, bounce and elasticity to wavy, curly and coily hair. TrèLuxe is an amazing Black-owned business from the South side of Chicago. And one of my favourite curly girl friendly haircare brands. You can click here to read my review of their other products. AD | This article is sponsored by TrèLuxe. Use code CURLMAVEN for 15% off. TréLuxe Soothe + Restore Review This TréLuxe Soothe + Restore Review features my tips, advice ..read more

If you’ve got dry, coarse or type 4 coily or afro hair the simple tips in this step by step washday routine for afro hair will help you achieve washday success, touchable softness, moisturized and defined coily and afro hair. With application tips and techniques designed to reduce dryness and frizz, improve manageability, maintain healthy hair and enhance definition. Discover my “Drench + Quench” Method. Find out how to boost hydration with your shampoo. Increase moisture with your conditioner and maximize that moisture with heat. As well as the best brands for type 4 coily + afro hair with an ..read more

This year’s Curl Maven Gift Guide 2023 features the best hair, beauty + wellness gifts + discount codes for this holiday season. As always, I like to shop in a more mindful and considered way. Buying gifts that are good quality and timeless, not trend-based. So make sure to check out my previous three Gift Guides. As most of the items are still available, discounted and would make amazing gifts this year too. Curl Maven Gift Guide 2023 This year’s Curl Maven Gift Guide 2023 features items that I’ve picked up throughout the year. I think are worth the money and would make great gifts this Chris ..read more

Here’s how to build a self care routine, with rituals that promote holistic health and wellness. Because incorporating these self care practices into my routine have positively impacted and transformed all areas of my life. As we head into the busiest time of the year for many of us at work, at home and with family. Having a self care routine can really keep us grounded and balanced. Especially if you struggle with low mood and depression due to the colder, darker months in Winter. Or experience tension and difficult emotions around family members and celebrations during the holidays. The ..read more

In the curly hair community over the last decade, we’ve seen a huge increase in the number and variety of curly hair care products available around the world, to suit all budgets. But due to increased demand from curly hair consumers, we’re seeing more and more fragrance free curly hair products in the last couple of years. So here’s how to build a fragrance free curly hair routine. Some of my favourite fragrance free hair care products and exclusive discount codes! How to Build a Fragrance Free Curly Hair Routine We’re blessed to have so many options, choice and variety of curly hair products ..read more

Whether you’ve always had curly hair, or you’ve just discovered your curls and are battling to control your frizz. In this post I’m going to show you how to reduce halo frizz. Don’t look at frizz as the enemy, just room for improvement. Frizz is just a curl reaching out for attention. But there are other causes of halo frizz too, and they’re probably not what you think. Have you ever wondered why the hair is so much healthier, hydrated, defined and curly underneath. But you’ve got dry, damaged, frizzy, looser waves or straight bits on top? If that sounds familiar, then the tips in this post on ..read more

Does this sound familiar? You’ve invested money in buying good quality hair products, but they don’t seem to give you the consistent results you want. You don’t know what you’re doing wrong, and you feel like you’ve tried everything…? Sometimes it’s not the product that’s causing the problem… Diving into the world of curly hair can quickly get overwhelming and the various methods can often unnecessarily over complicate things. Over the years, I’ve become well known for coming up with some pretty wild analogies in my attempt to make things make sense so my readers, followers and clients feel li ..read more