Is your wash day regimen waaaaaay too long? Here are a few easy conditioning and styling tips to help you get some time back.  @iamcamillesmith 1. DO A PRE-DETANGLER: Conditioning and detangling can often eat up most of your time because your shampoo session can occasionally throw off your moisture levels. Before shampooing, apply a dollop of conditioner to dry strands. Massage it in and let it sit for ten minutes. Wet your hair and immediately apply shampoo and begin to wash. The mixture of your conditioner and shampoo will more easily rinse product build-up and dirt.&n ..read more

Photo: @sullyg_ Q: Can you repair split ends on curly hair? Also, how often should I be trimming to avoid or fix split ends, if I want maximum growth? CURLBOX: Let’s start with trims. Unless you perform a lot of heat-styling, trims can be reserved for every six months. Yes, every six months. If you are the super styler we mentioned earlier, consider trimming every 3 - 4 months, but, first, blowout your hair and check your ends. This is where your Uncle Funky’s Daughter’s Split End Serum comes into play. This serum forms a protective barrier around strands to aid in increasing elasti ..read more

You're tired. You refuse to wash your hair. You're kinda freaking out because you have an event tomorrow, but, you simply can't muster up the energy to go through your whole routine. We get it. Here are five tips to a quick look or curl refresh.    1. Utilize half turbans: When your hair is a mess and you refuse to deal with it, a half turban is your best friend. Simply wrap your head wrap fabric like a large headband, leaving only the curls up top out.    2. Coil just the ends: This one’s easy. Apply Maui Moisture Flexible Hold Curl Foam Mousse and strategically ..read more

Do you know about the many gems in your local beauty supply store? Take a peek to see if you’re getting the most out of your trips.  Photo: @mini_marley INDIVIDUAL TRAVEL-SIZE STYLERS & PACKETS: If you absolutely hate having to transfer your favorite products into those 3 oz bottles, many beauty supply stores carry small sizes of your favs. We also love the beauty supply store for those BOMB conditioner packets that fit perfectly into your toiletries bag.  CHEAPER NATURAL SOAPS: You can find Nubian Heritage, Shea Moisture and other just-as-good off brand natural soaps that ..read more

Just getting into the natural game? No worries. Here are a few ways you can tackle your curls when it comes to detangling.    DRY DETANGLE: Gasp. We know. How dare you attempt to detangle your precious curls when they’re dry? Many people find that dry detangling just before shampooing assists in the wet detangling process. Shampooing can sometimes cause clumps that make your conditioning detangling session an absolute nightmare. We suggest applying a little leave-in or regular conditioner to your dry hair and attempting to do a quick finger detangle. You can also use a comb. Pu ..read more

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  Summer’s here. Is your skin ready? Mind these tips.  Model: @_bennykayy HYDRATING YOUR SKIN THROUGH YOUR DIET - Omega-3 fatty acids limit water loss in skin cells. Add in wild salmon oil supplements for quick results. - Add aloe vera juice and/or pulp to your smoothies to increase skin hydration and hair strength. - Add more water-rich foods to your diet like cucumbers, berries, watermelon and celery. - Add antioxidant power to your water by using herbs and citrus. Try a combo of rosemary and lemon. Sugar dehydrates the skin, so one way to avoid losing hydration is to lay off ..read more

Q: Does Massaging Your Scalp Really Encourage Growth?  CURLBOX: Yes. But there’s a science to massaging your scalp while wearing a protective style, which is what your Shea Moisture Wig & Weave Scalp Soother is for.  You usually massage your scalp during the conditioning session or with oil on your fingertips. If you massage your scalp while conditioning, you should forgo doing it in the shower and opt for a seated position. You can give yourself the best massage when you’re free of distractions, and managing shampooing, exfoliating and washing will take away from your relaxation ..read more

Here are five styling tips to using your One N’ Only Zero Fuss Spray Wax on your curls.   1. USE A LITTLE TO ASSIST YOUR BLOWOUT: If you have super soft hair that can tend to be a little limp, sometimes you want more spring action. We suggest shaking your dry, pre-prepped hair upside down, and spray in JUST A LITTLE of your One N’ Only Zero Fuss Spray Wax. Take your blow-dryer on a medium setting and stretch your curls, gently applying heat at the roots. This will give you a super springy look. 2. USE IT TO SECURE INDIVIDUAL CURLS: This one is a no-brainer. A spr ..read more