It’s true what they say: mothers really do know best. Sure, you may have fought her over dyeing your hair or getting that emo haircut, but your mom was always there for you to tell you what’s what. Here are pieces of sage advice far and wide from the mothers who love us. Use the Right Rubber BandsAfter a long...
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Sometimes, you have those days when the world is working against you. And when I say world, I really mean your hair. I can basically gauge the type of day I’m going to have based on whether or not my hair is cooperating that morning. If I have a frizzy mess on my head, the day is destined to be...
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During the last few months, we know the most important thing we did to protect our curls from the stresses of indoor heating and the cold of the outdoors, so it’s been nothing but silk scarves, braids and for some of us, weaves. But it’s a new season, so now it’s time to freshen up the mane in anticipation of...
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The weather is changing and it’s time to freshen up your style! Whether you are going to party or celebrating the beauty of you, with this look you’ll be sure to get the bounce, definition and attention that you deserve. Here’s our guide to help you create a versatile and flawless look like our model, Gergana. – HAIR – 1. Start...
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My name is Ashley, and I was a Serial-Straightener. Well I was at least. I, like many Serial-Straighteners, didn’t see any value in my own curls. In my mind, curly hair was unruly, hard to maintain, hard to care for, and a waste of my time. Unfortunately, my mom had the same mindset that I had and decided when I...
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Who wants a cocktail?! I mean, who doesn’t love a good, well-mixed cocktail that just does what it’s supposed to do- make you happy. I should probably clarify that I am not referring to a “Carrie Bradshaw” Cosmopolitan; I am talking about a hair product cocktail! Now, in case anyone is unclear, a product cocktail is when you mix two...
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There is always going to be a discussion about which is better, curly hair or straight hair. Some people who have the privilege to rock both styles are conscious of the potential hazards and challenges that come along with prepping for both styles. To those who might be oblivious to what some of those may be, start taking notes- you...
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I may be biased, but I think curly girls are drop dead gorgeous. I can’t remember a Victoria Secret fashion show in recent times where a model wasn’t sporting big, free flowing waves – and surely it’s the hair and not the lingerie that makes the boys’ eyes pop! Nevertheless, not only is curly hair stunning, but it also beautifies...
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We all know it too well how long the morning routine can take to get our curls ready for the day. Depending on how long your hair is, waking up in the morning to do your hair can take as little as ten minutes to as much as an hour – and that’s not even considering washing and drying time!...
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Moisture is the QUEEN of curl care. Without a balance of moisture and protein curls fall flat, but this balance isn't always easy to maintain. Despite the importance of 8 glasses a day, many curlies are under the impression that oils moisturize and hydrate hair. Instead, oils simply seal moisture in, which is hard when there is no hydration to begin...
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