Do a Google search for “products that grow natural hair” and you’ll be inundated with recommendations for various lotions and potions that will leave you wondering… “Hmmm… which one should I buy?” Are you still searching for a miracle hair growth solution inside a plastic bottle? What if I told you that the BEST solutions for growing long, natural hair […]
The Natural Hair Growth Plateau – How to Conquer It!
Hey naturalistas and future naturlistas! Long time no “see!” Have you ever noticed that your hair gets to a certain length and then it seems to stop growing? Of course hair never stops growing, it just breaks off. I’ve gone through this in my four years of being fully natural. And while I’ve never had issues gaining […]
4 Reasons Your Natural Hair is Chronically Dry & Breaking Off
Is your hair always parched? The number one problem people comment about on this blog is dryness and retaining moisture. There are obvious reasons like too much heat and not moisturizing enough, but here are some less obvious reasons. 1) Hair Porosity Got time for a quick science experiment? It’s easy. Promise. See how to test your strand’s […]
Is Your Hair Ready for Winter? Here’s The Checklist!
The cold winter weather can be harsh on your hair and scalp. Whether you’re fully natural or still transitioning, here are some ways to ensure your hair thrives during the winter months. 1. Make an Apple Cider Vinegar Spray for Dry Scalp If you have severely dry scalp, it only gets worse in the winter. After […]
The Best Moisture Routine For Your Kinks! (Max Hydration Method)
You are about to discover how to infuse your hair with moisture AND make your wash and go’s look better without taking two hours to shingle product through your hair! I don’t know about you, but I have never been a big fan of WnG’s on my hair. I always had to use half the jar […]
What My 5 Inch Hair Cut Can Teach You
So why did I cut so much of my hair? Stay tuned so you can prevent having to do what I just did. But first, some deets on the hair… To achieve the above look I lightly spritzed dry hair with my homemade moisturizing spray that I also used on my Nubian Twist extensions. Then […]
Nubian Twists and My Homemade Moisturizer Recipe
I’m wearing extensions (Nubian Twists with EON hair) and thoroughly enjoying this hair maintenance break, especially when I was on vacation. I was not going to let my hair keep me from getting my swim on! If you’re looking for more natural-looking twists, these are the way to go. Many people thought it was my […]
Ahhh, A Simple Dry Scalp Remedy for Winter
OK, so I wasn’t one of the lucky ones who got rid of my dry scalp problems completely by going natural. And of course, cold weather doesn’t help. While spending last Christmas in cold St. Louis and exposing my scalp to some very hard water (the perfect storm for dryness), I picked up a bottle […]
Two Years Fully Natural – Triumphs, Troubles & Lessons Learned
I still can’t believe it’s been two years since I did my big mini chop and became completely natural. What a journey! I’ve learned a lot in these two years, especially about taking care of my hair. In the first year, I gained quite a bit of length, but in the 2nd year I only […]
The Best Oil to Use Before You Shampoo Is…
Pre-poo… Don’t try looking it up in the dictionary because you won’t find it. This strange-sounding phrase (not to be confused with anything potty related) was invented by the natural hair community. Yes, it may sound odd, but there’s nothing odd about the results. I have always been a fan of pre-pooing my hair, which […]
