THE PAST AND PRESENT OF ADDRESSING ITCHY SCALP

THE PAST AND PRESENT OF ADDRESSING ITCHY SCALP

When I take a minute to look at the proliferation of the natural hair movement and the rise of the availability in products specifically suited to care for and manage naturally curly, coily, kinky and wavy hair, I am amazed.
Posted in black hair history, black history, black history month, coily hair, curly hair, Natural Hair, Natural Hair Care, natural hair moisturizer, natural hair styling, prevent breakage, Protective Styles, protective styling, Taliah Waajid, Transitioning
3 KEY WAYS TO PROTECT YOUR HAIRLINE WHEN WEARING A PROTECTIVE STYLE

3 KEY WAYS TO PROTECT YOUR HAIRLINE WHEN WEARING A PROTECTIVE STYLE

Recently, I posted a video to Instagramsharing a few quick tips on how to take care of your hairline, or edges, while wearing protective styles. I shared three main ideas there on how to keep the f...
Posted in characteristics of healthy hair, hair length retention, hair strength, Natural Hair Care, natural hair moisture, natural hair styles, prevent hair loss, prevent natural hair loss, Protective Styles, protective styling
5 KEY TIPS TO KEEP YOUR HAIR ROCKIN' WHILE YOU WORK OUT

5 KEY TIPS TO KEEP YOUR HAIR ROCKIN' WHILE YOU WORK OUT

The first week of 2018 is over and I’m sure you’ve been hitting the gym like clockwork to work on that New Year’s resolution of healthier eating and exercise…or something like that. I'm definitely ...
Posted in exercise, fitness, Hair Care Products, health, moisturizing natural hair, Natural Hair Care, Natural Hair Care Products, working out with natural hair
HOW TO EAT BETTER FOR OPTIMAL HAIR HEALTH

HOW TO EAT BETTER FOR OPTIMAL HAIR HEALTH

With the holiday season in full swing, comfort food-eating is in full effect too. Workday potlucks. Company Christmas parties. Family dinners. Weekend holiday gatherings. Everywhere you turn there is pasta, cakes, pies, cookies, soda, wine, cocktails and lots of other “goodies.” And let’s not forget the fast food you might grab while holiday shopping. All of these foods are delicious and are a big part of celebrating the season—so I understand how difficult it can be to completely avoid them.
Posted in dieting for hair, hair strength, healthy food for hair, healthy hair, Natural Hair, Natural Hair Care, Taliah Waajid
5 CHARACTERISTICS OF STRONG, HEALTHY COILY, CURLY & WAVY HAIR

5 CHARACTERISTICS OF STRONG, HEALTHY COILY, CURLY & WAVY HAIR

When hair is healthy, it is the ultimate accessory in and of itself. It doesn’t necessarily need to be whipped into some gorgeous updo or decorated with ornate barrettes. Healthy hair does what it is supposed to with little to no fuss—it simply looks good as is. Many believe that long hair is indicative of healthy hair, and that simply is not true. Long hair can be damaged hair.  Healthy hair, no matter its length, has several telltale signs.
Posted in characteristics of healthy hair, coily hair, curly hair, Hair Care Products, healthy hair, Natural Hair, Natural Hair Care, Relaxed Hair, signs of healthy hair, strong hair, texlaxed hair, wavy hair
STYLE SHOWCASE: HEAD WRAPS AND GODDESS BRAIDS TO PROTECT HAIR STRENGTH AND LENGTH IN WINTER

STYLE SHOWCASE: HEAD WRAPS AND GODDESS BRAIDS TO PROTECT HAIR STRENGTH AND LENGTH IN WINTER

It’s that time of year again when the temperatures start to dip and the air becomes dry. None of that is very good for rocking twist out or blow out styles. Cold, dry weather damages hair cuticles and leaves the hair shaft unable to retain moisture. Dry brittle hair, of course, is more susceptible to tangles and breakage. Protective styling is the key to strengthening your hair cuticles and enabling your hair to withstand the cold so that you can retain your length. I've discussed it before in the blog post here but I want to continue talking specifically about protective styling practices you absolutely want to incorporate into your hair care and maintenance regimen.
Posted in goddess braid, hair length retention, hair oil, hair strength, head wraps, leave in conditioner, light oil, Natural Hair Care, natural hair styles, oil, Protective Styles, protective styling, winter hair