Shelby from Philadelphia, PA asked: I seem to have lots of breakage since my first relaxer. What are some anti-breakage techniques for my relaxed hair? As you have learned, Shelby, because your hair has been permanently altered with a harsh chemical, it becomes a task to keep your hair healthy … [Read more...]
Detangling 101
October 31, 2009 By 3 Comments
Detangling - 101 Detangling the hair is crucial for anyone who has hair long enough to experience the issue of tangles. I must admit, I did not always know the best methods for detangling, but with trial and error I have become pretty good at the process. Upon transitioning to natural, and … [Read more...]
What conditioners are good for co-washing?
October 30, 2009 By 2 Comments
Charlayna from Chicago, IL asked: What conditioners are good for co-washing? Well, Charlayna, this is a great question that many ladies new to co-washing have as well! Once you decide that you will begin to include co-washing in your regimen, you need to make sure that you are going about … [Read more...]
What is APL hair length?
October 25, 2009 By 1 Comment
Anitra from Seattle, WA asked: What is APL hair length? I have seen that a lot on hair sites. APL is a common acronym typically used on hair care forums, blogs, and Youtube. It is a way for women from all over to communicate the length and it stands for Arm Pit Length. The hair would … [Read more...]
Coconut oil for Black Hair Growth
October 25, 2009 By 2 Comments
Tressa from Portland, OR asked: Does coconut oil make black hair grow? Coconut oil is definitely a treasure that black women can benefit from. When coconut oil is used regularly, it has a myriad of benefits, with hair growth being one of them! Coconut oil has been shown to aid in hair growth … [Read more...]
Relaxed hair too straight??
October 24, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Gia from Waco, TX asked: My relaxed hair is way too straight. What should I do to keep it from being so straight? Gia, your question is one that many women of color with processed hair have. They get their hair processed/relaxed, and then are stuck with limp fine hair that is lifeless. Not … [Read more...]
How to texturize hair using hawaiian silk relax
October 24, 2009 By Leave a Comment
If you ever have wondered how to texturize using a hawaiian silk relaxer...I have found an excellent video on this. We get this question on the blog every once and while. So we thought it would be a good ideal to post a see and do video. I sought a good tutorial that was detailed enough to post. … [Read more...]
Sassy Black Hair Salon Miramar Flordia
October 24, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Yvette Charles cosmetologist, entrepreneur, and owner of the upsclae and visionary salon Brash And Sassy is Miramar ,Fl premier hair salon. This salon is located in at 7748 Fairway Blvd Miramar Fl 33023 in the Sunshine State. Yvette's talent was quite evident at an early age. Her skillful … [Read more...]
Should black men use hair conditioners?
October 24, 2009 By Leave a Comment
"Should Black Men use hair conditioners?" This question comes from Dale in East St. Louis, Missouri: Hello, Dale, this a great question that deserves a specific answer. I first of all would like to say that I use conditioners everytime I wash my hair. Shampoos dry and strip out natural hair oils … [Read more...]
Pin curls: A Heatless Wave (Tutorial)
October 24, 2009 By 2 Comments
I can remember the days when I would hot curl my hair every morning before I went to school! I would cuff the ends, bump the bangs, and add some ringlets here and there! There was no end to the madness! To top it off, using a heat protectant?! That was unheard of! Well, when you learn better … [Read more...]
