Natural oils are quite versatile in the ways that we can use them but the perks that come with using natural oils on your face are usually overlooked. People commonly associate “oil-free” as the better option for facial products but this is not always the case. Choosing the right natural face oils can clear blemishes, hydrate,…
What You Need to Know About Finger Coils
When you’re rocking a TWA (teeny weeny afro) it can seem like you never know what to do with your hair. If you don’t feel like putting in braids or a weave, a good hairstyle option is finger coils. They’re low maintenance, easy and they also work as a protective style. You can get them done…
Moisturizing Oils vs. Sealing Oils
Whenever reading about caring for natural hair, a common phrase that you’ll hear is; “moisturize followed by a sealing oil”. But what does that mean exactly? Different plant based oils are beneficial because they can penetrate the hair shaft and lubricate the hair cuticle layers. So which oils should you be looking for? Here is a…
Heatless Stretching, Savvy and Non-damaging Ways to Stretch Your Natural Hair
You’ve heard it all before! Heat is bad for your hair, heat damages your hair, but what are your other options? How do you stretch natural hair without heat? There are actually many savvy and non-damaging ways to stretch your natural hair, which are as effective as a blowout. Here are a few heatless stretching methods.…
Cold Comfort: Natural Hair Winter Tips for Colder Months
With winter always coming upon us, now if ever, is the time that you need to know how to protect your hair the most. With the colder months comes drier air, which in turn can make your hair more susceptible to the harsh winter elements. Whether your hair is relaxed, natural, transitioning or even in braids,…
Coconut oil hair mask: The Benefits and the Bummers
Your mane can become stripped of natural oils due to over shampooing and/or even poor diet. Hair masks are all about the hydration so coconut oil hair mask is a great way to replenish moisture in your hair. It does this by penetrating the hair shaft and repairing your hair within. Coconut oil is very…
Monoi Oil: What is it and How Does it Help
Monoi oil has a history as rich as its fragrance. The oil comes from a concoction of the Tiare Gardenia flower (which is native to Tahiti) being steeped in locally harvested coconut oil for about a month. The literal translation of Monoi oil is “sacred oil,” and it has this name for some good reasons.…
Hair Benefits of Aloe Vera
Aloe Vera is a short-stemmed plant with leaves that are thick and fleshy. This plant grows and thrives in tropical climates around the world but is available for purchase in more common places than you may think. The gel inside of the plant is the most sought after but the leaves have many uses as…
Flaxseed Hair Gel: A Homemade Recipe
There is nothing better than having a hairstyle that looks good, feels awesome and stays in place. The secret weapon is having some “hold” in your hair. Hair gel can work great, but what about all of those harmful ingredients? Most hair gels contain chemicals and toxins that can be harmful such as parabens, fragrance…