Are you transitioning from a relaxer, heat or colour damage? Well if you are, then we know the struggle can be real! Here are our top 5 tips for a smooth transition.   Tip 1: Deep condition Deep conditioning is a staple for any wash day routine as it helps bring back any moisture lost from shampooing. You can deep condition with or without indirect heat. Using indirect heat helps the hair cuticle open up to allow the conditioner to penetrate the hair shaft and give your tresses some TLC, making your hair shiner, less dense, stronger and improving the overall health of your hair. Try ..read more

Caring for your curls and the planet go hand in hand, and with the month of Veganuary, more and more people are embracing a vegan lifestyle. Not only is this a lifestyle, but this movement can also impact our haircare too.    What is Veganuary   A portmanteau word for vegan and January, Veganuary is a non-profit organisation that encourages people worldwide to try vegan for January and beyond.    Our Vegan Friendly Curl Care   From shampoos and conditioners to oils, masks and mists, there is a product for everyone with our vegan plant-powered curl. We want to make ..read more

It’s no doubt that we as naturalistas can always get caught up in the newest hair trends, and I’m sure many curlies, (myself included) have experimented at home, researched ingredients and come up with your own home remedies. But lately, there have been a wave of beauty trends sweeping across social media with many ingredients that can be found in our kitchens. Here are a few trending hair myths that you may have heard of, but may not have tried. 1. Onion Juice Did you know that onion juice is good for hair growth? Because I didn't. Filled with vitamins and minerals, onion juice is good for t ..read more

THE SECRET TO LONG-LASTING MOISTURISED HAIR, IS ACTUALLY NOT A SECRET, IT'S SCIENCE. Did you know that Flora & Curl was born after our founder posed a question to the 3,600+ followers of her hair blog asking them their biggest hair concern was? The number one textured hair issue from 300+ responses: DRY HAIR! In addition to this, many women expressed how they did not have enough time to dedicate to daily maintenance of their tresses.  So what is this routine Flora & Curl loves? We stand by the L.O.C/L.C.O Method! The routine every curly girl struggling with dry, brittle ..read more

Not just for one day, but every day, our fro’s are the crowns that we never take off. World Afro Day is the celebration of afro hair, culture and identity in all areas of society. As more and more curlies embrace their naturally kinky, coily, curly and textured hair. From protective styling, to wash days and daily or weekly maintenance, our fros can tend to be dry and generally need a little extra love. We thought we would share with you a few tips and our ultimate guide on how to care for your fro. 1. Create A Simple Routine To keep your fro healthy, starting a simple routine is a good ..read more

Our hair is the crown we never take off and celebrating the beauty in our textured curls is truly amazing. Black hair and the natural hair movement has always been an important part of Black History and its culture. So, this Black History Month let's celebrate our curls in all their glory. Happy February curlfriends! I think we can all say, textured curls are truly amazing right? From afros, to braids, relaxed to natural and every kink, coil and curl - black hair and the natural hair movement has always been an important part of Black History and its culture. Born in the 1960s, the Black Is Be ..read more

You’ve had the best hair day. Your curls have turned out better than ever (styling with your favourite Flora & Curl products of course), you’ve done your night-time skin care routine, and now it’s time to head to bed. Tried and tested myself, I have 4 tips for you that will help protect your curls throughout the night. Hydrate Your Curls Think of this as the last step in your night-time skin care routine, but for your hair. At night some of you may use a night time recovery cream to hydrate and nourish your skin. Well the same goes for your hair. You want to hydrate and nourish your curl ..read more

Now more than ever, the curly hair movement has taken off, and many naturals are now putting down the straighteners and embracing their natural textures. The rise of the curly hair trend is not only about hairstyles, but also about self-acceptance and empowerment. Caring for your curls isn’t always easy, let me tell you. However with these tips, you too can learn to love your natural texture.  Create A Simple Routine Pamper your curls with good hair practices. To keep your hair healthy, creating a simple routine is a good way to start as textured hair needs love and care. Establishin ..read more

If you’re anything like me, then reaching for your favourite products with ingredients that you love, plays an important part in your hair journey. I mean, we all like to keep an eye out for the latest products and trending ingredients, right? This is especially important if you are on a personal hair care journey and have specific goals in mind for your scalp or curls. Here is a list of our superstar ingredients that we love, and think you will too! Rosemary Oil  One of the most popular and trending oils right now is Rosemary Oil. An oil made from the same rosemary herb you can cook wit ..read more

If you had to choose between length or definition, what would you pick? That is the million-dollar question. I would go for definition. There’s something rather satisfying about seeing my cute coils shiny and super defined. Well, what if I told you, you could have it all? There are a few methods that you can do to help achieve the ultimate maximum definition for your curls and coils without having to compromise on your other hair goals. Why not give these 7 tips below a try! Tip 1: Start Fresh No matter what your hair type, cleansing and conditioning your curls and scalp is the first step in y ..read more