In an effort to help the struggling naturalista, I thought I’d (1) highlight some of the excuses that keep us from loving our hair and (2) let you know how to overcome each excuse. Let’s get into it. 1. My hair is difficult to manage. Managing your hair, especially when first starting out, can be difficult. However, if you are diligent in the pursuit of knowledge, that can change. Do the following to help with your hair’s manageability: Spend some time researching solutions to your problems (hair dryness, tangles, etc.) Ask professionals and/or natural hair veterans and gurus what works for t ..read more

Loc maintenance doesn’t have to be time consuming, nor does it have to be difficult. It can actually be easy! Keep reading to find out what I’m currently doing to maintain my starter locs. BUT FIRST! There are a few things that you should know about my locs. They are about 1 week old I started them on my own with small 2 strand twists. I purposely used a relaxed parting system. I don’t have diamond parts, square parts, etc. I used my finger nails to gently carve out each section of hair. Disclaimer: While I do have a ton of experience with natural hair, I AM NOT A LOCTICIAN. Everything tha ..read more

With the coronavirus pandemic in full swing, and home-related responsibilities mounting, I came to a realization. I had NO TIME to devote to my loose natural hair, and it was suffering due to my lack of attention. So, I finally did it – I bit the bullet and started my loc journey for the third time!  In this article, you’ll learn about why I restarted my loc journey, how I decided to start my locs, what my 3C/4A starter locs look like, and a whole lot more. Let’s get right into it! Click the image or link below for a quick video I made about my starter locs: 3C/4A Starter Locs-Day 1 Loc ..read more

The answer to this question is double-sided. On one hand, a high puff is definitely a protective style, but under certain circumstances, this protective style could turn into a problem style. Let’s dive into this topic and find out more about this style and it’s status as a protective style. But first, what’s a high puff? Well, it’s exactly what you think it is. You simply pull your hair up into a high ponytail and leave your hair in its naturally puffy state. How High Puffs Are Protective High puffs are generally thought of as protective styles and I’ll tell you why. When your hair is in a hi ..read more

There is a load of misinformation going around when it comes to wig types. I hope to demystify this topic by breaking it down. This is not for my ladies who often wear wigs and know their stuff. Instead, this article is for my newbies who know nothing about wigs and their different characteristics. Keep reading for the basics surrounding wig types. Wig Types For Beginners There are two main types of wigs: synthetic wigs and human hair wigs. Let’s examine each, shall we? Synthetic wigs are made of synthetic, or man-made fibers. Human hair wigs are created from harvesting hair from the head of a ..read more

Every once in a while, many of us naturals crave that bone straight, sleek look. I’m not exempt from this rare craving. And when it hits, I begin watching YouTube videos on how other naturals are straightening their hair. One of the most popular straightening methods that I’ve seen naturals use is the silk press. Every time I watch someone getting a silk press, I can’t help but cringe and say a quick prayer for their strands. What’s a Silk Press? A silk press is a method of heat styling that straightens even the curliest, most coarse, strands. The method is awesome from a visual standpoint, b ..read more

Start Your Wash n’ Go Off Right If you want your wash n’ go to last for an entire week, make sure that you are giving it a good start. Start Fresh You’ll want to start your wash n’ go on freshly washed and conditioned hair. This way, there’ll be no buildup on your hair to weigh your wash n’ go down or alter how your products work. If deep conditioning is not part of your routine, start now to get the benefits. Give It Moisture that Lasts Moisture is SO important because a dry wash n’ go is not a good look. Try the LOC method, where you apply a liquid to your hair, followed by an oil and a cre ..read more

If you haven’t been living under a rock, I’m sure that you’ve heard of Box Braids. They are the long, flowing braids that just about everyone is living for right now. A Little About Box Braids Traditional Box Braids are created by attaching extension hair (kanekalon, toyokalon, yaki) to your natural hair and braiding it down to the ends. The ends of the extensions are then dipped in boiling water, or clipped and burned to keep them from unraveling. Box Braids cost anywhere from $50.00 to over $100.00 depending on the length you want your braids to be, and the size braids you want. If you plan ..read more