What’s Up With My Hair? Postpartum Shedding

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If you're one of the moms who notice little to no shedding after having a baby, then we envy you. Often after giving birth, within three to six months, most mothers find themselves with thinning and shedding hair (a nightmare, especially for those of us on our happy hair journeys). Usually, only … [Read more...]

How Our Diets Affect Our Hair

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Raise your hand if you’re struggling to keep your New Year’s resolution to eat healthier or diet.  Don’t worry—you’re not alone! As you waver between steaming those veggies and grabbing a handful of fries, you not only have your body to think about—also consider that what you eat … [Read more...]

Is There A Cure For Thin Ends?

To cut or not to cut—that is the question. If you take pride in caring for your hair, especially ensuring its growth, it can definitely discourage you to see dry and damaged ends. When confronted with this problem, what is the best solution? Are there really cure-alls such as split end menders, or … [Read more...]

Out and About: A Hair Travel Guide

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Many of us will be traveling this holiday season to spend time with family and friends. We may pack our suitcases with sweaters and warm socks, or maybe dress clothes for a party. However, when it comes to packing what we’ll need for our hair, we don’t necessarily bring along everything we … [Read more...]

Let’s Talk Combs and Brushes

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Alright, ladies—we’ve talked about natural hair products, salon visits, and heat usage, but what about combs and brushes? While paying attention to products we use on our hair, it’s easy to overlook the tools we use to groom our hair. Until I started researching healthy hair care, I was … [Read more...]

Budget-Friendly Hair Care

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We all love to pamper ourselves every now and then with luxurious shampoos and conditioners, but sometimes high-end products don’t fit with our budget. So how can you get a salon treatment without breaking the bank? Go to your nearest grocery store or farmer’s market and…go natural! Some … [Read more...]

Five Tips to Remember When Visiting the Salon

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The last thing you’d want for your hair is a disaster—especially if you’re shelling out your hard earned cash. While most women see a visit to the salon as a treat, some have had experiences that taught them to arrive a little more cautious and prepared. Just keep in mind these five simple … [Read more...]

Healthy Hair…Healthy Color?

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Summer hair is often associated with beach waves and sun-kissed strands. It’s no surprise that many women like to dye or highlight their hair bronze, blonde, or gold during this time of year. Even though coloring one’s hair can be an exciting change and offer something different, we are also … [Read more...]

The Mixtress’s Guide: Storing and Preserving Homemade Mixes

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Whether you’ve concocted an Ayurvedic tea rinse or whipped up a moisturizing shea butter recipe, your homemade mixes will have this in common—they need to be properly stored and preserved. It’s exciting to be able to create and blend your own conditioners and moisturizers—it’s not so … [Read more...]

How to Make a Comeback From a Setback

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Raise your hand if  (like me) you’ve ever had a dreaded setback. Whether it’s due to a bad dye job, too much heat, or over-manipulation, a setback can take inches off your hair—not too mention that it can also leave your hair damaged and uneven. There are plenty of resources out there telling … [Read more...]

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