Hey Curlies, Here’s another product review brought to you by my friends at SFR Beauty. The product is a serum by Amika and I used it to maintain my twistout. sfrbeauty.com What it claims to do:Hydrate and strengthen the hair by adding shine.What it contains:Argan oilUses:This product can be used on wet or dry hair and applied in sections.My Review:I’ve…
Hey Curlies, hair.lovetoknow.com Banding is another way of stretching the hair. As you all know you can also use twists, braids and bantu knots for stretching. The art of banding goes back into the days of slavery where women wouldn’t be given time to care for their hair,so they would band it. I figured why not try it. The only…
Hey Curlies, sfrbeauty.com I was introduced to this product by my friends at SFR Beauty and I am so happy that I found it. I used this product as a deep conditioner and it does a fabulous job.Here’s the details. What it claims to do:Repair and strengthen the hair follicle. Moisturizes and nourishes the hair.What it contains:Water, Cetyl alcohol (a…
Hey Curlies, mylonghairjourney.co.uk I discovered African Black Soap (ABS) sometime last year when I was introduced to Shea Moisture’s African Black Soap line. I loved the way it smells and it also has some wonderful benefits that many people may not know. sheabutterr.com It is made from a combination of all natural ingredients in Africa, including plantain skin, palm leaves,cocoa, Shea butter, coconut oil,vitamins…
Hey Curlies, I am constantly talking about products to use for twisting (here) and how to get second day hair (here), but I have never really explained how important is is to care for your twists. I usually leave my hair twisted up for about a week before I even began to think about a twist out. Caring for your hair while it…
Hey Curlies, I have another natural hair profile for you all. She is a TV reporter who explains her dilemma “going natural” in front of the camera. Anchoring (relaxed) Name: Ty ChandlerSocial Media Names: TyChandlerNews on TwitterHair Type: 3c/4aUrl: http://public.fotki.com/tvlady/ How long have you been natural? I have been natural since March 22, 2012 after a six month transition Last relaxer September 2011…
Hey Curlies,Here’s another guest post that I’m sure you will enjoy.By: Aliana S If you have always has naturally curly hair, you may understand the challenges of managing your hair on a regular basis when it comes to finding the ideal shampoo and conditioner. You may also understand the challenges of trying to find the best look and hairstyle for…
Hey Curlies, You all know that twist and a twist out are my go-to styles. I always have people ask me what products do I use to twist and if I have any recommendations. Well here are my top three products for creating two-strand twists.Shea Moisture’s Curl Enhancing Smoothie newlynatural.com I’ve been using this product from the very beginning. It…
Hey Curlies! Although I am fully natural,I try to do my best in assisting all of you transitioners. I know it’s hard, I’ve been there too, and we all could use some guidance. This is why I have collaborated with Cheryl Simms, the author of “Your Natural Hair Journal” and the creator of Hairitage Hydration,to create a “transitioner’s kit” for you all….