Why Texlaxing is better!
Relaxing our hair, or continuing to do so, is a decision that we as adults have made for our own personal reasons. It really doesn’t matter why you’ve chosen to relax your hair, as long as your decision does not compromise the health of your hair. One thing that I’ve found to be true as [...]
To Chop or Not to Chop?
To Chop or Not to Chop One of the most emotional journeys a black woman can go through is a natural hair journey. As black women there are so many factors we must consider before letting go of the creamy crack! The fear of being the odd one out and not knowing how peers will [...]
Hairstyle of the Week
This week’s featured hairstyle is shown on none other than our own Dena. She is rocking a beautiful rollerset during her stretch between relaxers. This is yet another way to maintain relaxed hair in between touch-ups. Her voluminous spiral curls are an example of a go-to style for her in 2011! Love it? Don’t hesitate [...]
Hairstyle of the Week
This is the NYE Edition of the Hairstyle of the week. A fun, flirty, haute couture look by a lady who shall remain nameless! It’s a bow bun. Enjoy! hairstyle of the weekhairstyles of the weekhair styles for the weeknatural hair styles for the weeknye hair styles 2011nye hairstyles for ethnic hair
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 special oils [...]
Choosing a Relaxed Hair Style for You
If you’re searching for the best way to choose a relaxed hairstyle, then you’ve come to the right place. One thing that I’ve discovered about relaxed hair styles is that you must combine a little creativity along with traditional styling techniques. There are a few important pointers that you must consider when choosing a relaxed [...]
Could it be your Relaxer?
There are all sorts of hair care issues. Whether it’s breakage, porosity, dryness, flaky scalp or thinning/shedding, hair problems almost always have a source, and for many, chemicals are a source that many seem to overlook when considering their hair care woes. Some complain about breakage, damage, split ends and other problems, and claim that [...]
To Lye or Not to Lye?
Which is better: lye or no-lye relaxer? No lye relaxers (boxed relaxer kits) are not the best form of relaxers to use. Often they dry the hair out and damage the hair far beyond the effects that lye has on the hair. The myth is often that “no-lye” is better because it is free of [...]
Styling Relaxed Hair
Styling relaxed hair Relaxed hair is typically not considered difficult to style. As a matter of fact, I have heard more ladies with relaxed hair express that one advantage to being relaxed is the ease of styling. However, you may find it difficult to maintain fresh and interesting styles that keep your hair safe and [...]
