Hello, everyone so let’s talk protective hair styles. Lately I have been wearing twist. Usually I don’t like putting my hair up or in a prolonged style. Part of the reason I have always had natural hair, because I love versatility. However, my hair needed a break previous to my twist I was wearing wash and goes every day! I used conditioner ,and detangled with my fingers for the most part, but the constant manipulation rendered my hair for a much needed vacation. So, I went to work on my hair I two strand twisted my hair and bandtu knotted my hair for an extra personality. However, you can do more than just twist for a protective style. Women wear their hair pinned up to save their ends from constant UV exposure. Some other styles are braids or coils or even added hair for prolonged twist and braids. If you notice that you have been wearing your hair out or styling your hair every morning it may be time to give your hair a vacation from styling. I know, I know, you had ideas for this upcoming week, but trust me your hair will thank you. Remember be curly, be happy, be you, and you will never fail.

Hello, everyone today I will be giving a few tips on how to cleanse without shampoo. I know, I know, the thought of no shampoo may sound gross, but it’s not really. I don’t shampoo often, and I manage to keep my scalp very clean. Lately I have been doing a lot of wash and goes; I use this to my advantage. I take the same amount of conditioner I would need to condition my hair while showering, and I massage my scalp. I scrub my scalp, as if I were using shampoo. This loosens the product build up from my scalp, and while the water from the shower hits my hair it rinse out the build up from the week or day. This method can be used as often as believed necessary, there are no worries conditioner will never dry your hair out. Why not kill two birds with one stone? Shampoo can be very harsh on curly hair , so if you’re going to use shampoo often, make sure it does not have sulfate in your product.It will dry your hair out! It will literally strip your hair from its nutrients. Other ways to combat unclean hair and scalp without shampoo, is to wash your hair with apple cider vinegar. Apple cider vinegar,has a very strong scent, but it gets the job done. I fill half of the cup with vinegar the other with water. Once the cup is full I shake it up and proceed to pour it on to my scalp and massage my head to loosen the dirt and product build up from my hair. However, I just can’t take my hair smelling like vinegar,so I always have a very fruity or sweet-smelling conditioner.I can’t stand the smell, and it doesn’t scream hey there sexy either ,you want to smell lady like ,not like you been cooking pork all day. I digress, I have heard about individuals cleaning their hair with lemon or orange juice they claim that the citrus acid breaks down the buildup on your scalp go figure. I myself have never tried orange or lemon juice for cleansing. One thing I can say is that witch hazel works as well if you are wearing a protective style such as individuals, or twist witch hazel allows you to wipe your scalp down and cleanse it from unwanted product or waste. If you are not wearing a protective style ,and still wary about not washing your hair with shampoo often, attempt to go a week without shampoo co-wash and use other methods of cleansing your hair, and build your way up from there. Remember, be curly, be happy, be you, and you will never fail.

Hi, so I would like to share with you guys some new hair info. So we all may have heard about the new “no heat hair movement” if not it is a new hair collection that is providing weave, that is our natural hair texture. It is said to behave and react to products just as our own hair does. However, they do have products that they recommend with the hair. This new hair collection, maybe the help you were looking for. W either it was because you were natural hair curious, and wanted to take it out for a spin. Or were looking for a way to still rock your curls while having your hair in a protective style “no heat hair collection might be what you have been waiting for. For years we have had hair lines that provide hair that do not look and feel natural, now we have a hair collection that allows us to be true to ourselves, while we give our hair the break it needs. Also, this is perfect for individuals who are transitioning and can’t wait on their perms to grow out, but just can’t wait for long big full curls. There is no need to wait; you can experience the look you want. However, a lot of individuals are going natural, because they want to accept themselves as who they are, and everything that that entails. I think that’s beautiful, I don’t just think that no heat hair collection is good for the look. I also think we can use this as an opportunity to experience different textures. We would be able to relate to what our friends or loved ones are going through, and to have a better since of acceptance and understanding especially if you want to be a hair stylist. Remember, be happy, be curly, be you and you will never fail.

Hello all, we have talked about detangling before, but today we’re going to go into more detail. So, first things first, a wide tooth comb is a must! A paddle brush, or a brush with spaced out bristles is best. Now please, remember to start combing from the bottom, and work your way up. By detangling from the bottom, you avoid the additional knots you would get from starting at the root. I do not detangle dry hair, unless I’m going for a fro, or blow-out look. With that being said, I detangle, as I said before, under water. Adding conditioner to your hair, and letting it sit for one to two minutes, should cut down on your detangling time, and effort. As I said on my last post, conditioner cuts down on hair shedding when detangling. It is best to detangle section by section, instead of attempting to take on your entire head of hair, all at once. Trying to take on all of your hair all at once can cause frustration, and add additional work to the task at hand. If you want an alternative to conditioner, there are detangling sprays that you can purchase that act as an agent to aid in detangling your hair. Although, I don’t use those currently, I have used them in the past, and they sufficed. If you don’t want to detangle in the shower, you need to invest in a water bottle. If you have a water bottle, you can still spritz your hair, with water which will do the trick. If you’re going to do both brushing and combing, I suggest brushing first. I’m not sure if it matters to others, but I always found it easier to get through tangles, when I brush my hair first before combing it. Remember to comb and brush your hair gently. Take your time and comb softly. You should not have to snatch through your hair, and should not hear the comb working its way through your hair! It’s best if you’re calm and have the time to give your hair adequate treatment. Once your finish detangling you can start working on your new look! Remember to love your curls and love yourself. Chat with you guys again next time.

Hello everyone, we’re talking conditioner today! If you were going through, and checking off the questions of today’s post title, and nodding your head yes, it is definitely time to whip out the nearest conditioner and go to work on your hair! We all know the signs, your hair starts to feel crunchy, you touch it and cringe, it has lost its shine, detangling is an absolute nightmare. Yes your hair is in need of some T.L.C, and fast! So, what should you look for in your conditioner? Well that depends on you, however, when conditioning, you want to think about what is being used in your product. Ask yourself, is this something that I’m willing to leave on my hair, for any length of time? Do these products have any nutritional value for my hair and scalp? Your hair is an extension of yourself, it is a part of you, it needs the same things you do. Well, not all of them, but a great deal of them! Protein is one of the number one ingredients you want to look for when conditioning. Vitamins are also helpful, such as vitamin E. Think moisture! As I said before, I have been using olive conditioner, however going organic is a great alternative to store brought products. That way you know exactly what you’re putting on to your hair. I personally have been known to use mayonnaise, as a conditioner, especially when I’m running low on products, that is! You can always go into the kitchen, and find something’s you can add into a conditioner you’re already using, or create your own creation (within reason). Please don’t just go whip up any old thing. Think about it, ask yourself is this something you need, is this going to do my hair any justice? So I’m researching more and more, about different food ingredients, that may be good to add to my conditioner. So, what caught my eye recently, is yogurt. Yes ladies, not just for eating, it’s much more. Due to yogurt containing some protein, it has sufficed for a good conditioner, go figure. I always knew that protein and moisture were good for your hair, I have added mayonnaise, cracked an occasional egg or two, but this for me is new! Avocados, also serve as a great ingredient for a conditioner. Avocados have protein, potassium, and various vitamins to moisturize your hair. So, now that we are with more information we can get to it. Remember conditioning is a key element to healthy hair. Condition often, and that means as much as needed. You can condition overnight, condition for a wash and go, condition in a baggy, whatever! You need to work conditioning into your schedule, please do! Start from your scalp, and work your way down, remember the ends are where your hair needs it the most. Be kinky, be curly, be you, and you will never fail, confidence is key!

Hello, my name is Kristyn. This blog will be geared towards natural hair care products and styles. I have always had natural hair; it is all that I have ever known. However, there has been an abundance of people deciding to go natural, so much so that there is a lot more information, about how to care for natural hair.

I call it the Afro frenzy, I absolutely love it. When I was coming of age I did my own investigations on styles. I went through my Afro stage in middle school detangling, as you may know can be an absolute pain. I wore my hair hot combed, long, in bobs, any style you name, I probably have worn.
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I want this to be a place you can come for information and encouragement to continue on in your hair journey, no matter your stage. I will be sharing my own personal experiences, as well as those of others. I will also be providing information on different products that may spark your interest. Come by my blog and become a part of the Afro frenzy!