Chances are you felt the struggle of taming frizz. Maybe you fought that dry, dead winter air. You know, the kind that leaves your hair feeling like hollow straw. And it’s such a trap, isn’t it? You put in all that effort to get your hair looking good, only to throw on a beanie to … Read more
Here’s the Full Low-Down on Why Protein Treatments for Natural Hair Your hair is made up of many things, and one of them is protein. In fact, 95% of your hair is made out of a protein called keratin. So to say that protein is important for your hair is an understatement. It is absolutely … Read more
Struggling with dry, frizzy, and rough hair. Plus, the ends of your hair have a tendency to split after years of heat styling. To make things worse, regular conditioning treatments are no longer doing the trick. A thermal cap for deep hair conditioning is the solution for people dealing with lackluster, dried-out locks. This heated … Read more
6 easy ways to maintain sleek styles while you slumber Straight hair isn’t all that easy to come by these days. With all the blow-drying, flat ironing, pressing, and fussing, it’s no wonder why women are ready to pull their hair out at the slightest sight of one frizzy strand. And if it wasn’t hard … Read more
7 ways to keep your tresses healthy while you get your body fit It is no secret that working out does wonders for your body. Not only does it help to reduce stress and the risk of chronic health conditions, but it also has the amazing ability to encourage hair growth by increasing blood flow … Read more
Whether you’re just starting on your curl journey or you’ve been on the path for a while, chances are you’ve probably heard about leave-in conditioners for curly hair. Leave-in conditioners are a super popular hair product among people with naturally wavy, curly, and coiled hair, and for good reason. Curls are naturally dry and require … Read more
Written by Gaga Edited by Stacy J. Shaneyfelt, Writer, Freelancer, Author, Teacher What’s a Deep Conditioner? Like regular visits to the doctor, dentist, and auto shop, deep hair conditioning is a healthy habit that gives you peace of mind (and mane!). In fact, it’s a powerful hair nourishing treatment that pampers your tresses with moisture … Read more
The centuries-old practice of using natural oils for cosmetic purposes is back in trend. And for good reason: natural oils have many proven benefits in addition to simply moisturizing your hair. Using natural oils reduces exposure to harmful chemicals in hair care products. Unrefined oils don’t contain artificial ingredients while retaining their nutritional value. Their … Read more
If you’ve never heard of hyaluronic acid, you might be thinking, “Um, no. No acid in my hair care products, thanks.” But you’d be missing out on one of the biggest cosmetic advancements of the past 30 years, and by now you’ve probably heard of it anyway. Though it was discovered almost 90 years ago … Read more
Silk is a natural protein created by silk-producing insects such as worms and spiders. Silk fibers are known for their incredible strength and glossy shine. In the past silk was commonly used to create fabrics, but also to heal the skin and to produce body make-up powder. In recent years silk protein has gained importance … Read more
What Causes Dry Hair? Many factors can lead to hair dryness, but the most common causes of excessively dry hair are: Lack of natural oils: When the glands in your scalp do not produce sufficient amounts of sebum, your hair will be dry and will not have shine. Harsh shampoos: Regular use of sulfate-based shampoos that … Read more
Pre-pooing, or pre-shampooing, is simply applying a treatment of some kind to your hair before shampooing. Although this may seem like an unnecessary extra step, there are actually quite a few benefits to it. Pre-shampooing is a kind of protective treatment that helps prepare your hair for washing to minimize the drying effect of hair … Read more