Perfect Little Stocking Stuffers for Product Junkies!
What better way to spread some holiday cheer than making your loved ones beautiful! You’ll be sure to please your favorite divas with some fabulous beauty products, that can be found at most drug stores and or department stores. Hair Accessories, clips, and bling! Cheap conditioners (ideal for co-washes) Oils of any variety–Argan, Castor, and Olive Oil [...]
Back to the BASICS – Natural Hair Regimen
So I have been natural since the summer/fall of 2009 and over the time that has elapsed, I have tried many different methods, products, regimens, etc. A couple of times throughout my journey, I got off track. My hair was not as much of a priority as life’s daily activities were. I was neglecting my [...]
How Our Diets Affect Our Hair
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 affects your hair. When you take in [...]
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 [...]
Out and About: A Hair Travel Guide
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 should. Whether you [...]
Let’s Talk Combs and Brushes
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 unaware that synthetic brushes made with [...]
Budget-Friendly Hair Care
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 of the best hair care products currently [...]
Five Tips to Remember When Visiting the Salon
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 guidelines on [...]
Healthy Hair…Healthy Color?
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 reminded that if one isn’t [...]
The Mixtress’s Guide: Storing and Preserving Homemade Mixes
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 exciting if their potency declines and they become overridden [...]
