Why I Stopped Deep Conditioning Overnight
by Shelli of Hairscapades.comIn the past, I would deep condition overnight in a minute … shoot, in a millisecond. But, over the course of 2011-2012, I learned about the importance of protein,...
View Article6 Things I Learned Going Natural
by Michelle Thames of HappilyEverNatural.comI began my natural hair journey in 2009. I transitioned for 24 months before cutting the reaming perm off of my ends. I will say that I have learned a lot--...
View ArticleThis Ain't Yo Momma's Gray Hair...
a year's worth of growin'!Omisade writes:What a difference a year makes, right? For me, being natural is not hard. 22 years in, I feel like a G for sure---on most days. Cutting my hair is not hard,...
View ArticleThe Broke College Student's Guide to Dope Natural Hair
glam idol, adara by AmandaFinancial stress in college is real, and in those times your survival mode kicks in. College students can be some of the most creative people, they have to be. Hours spent...
View ArticleDanielle Is Naturally Glam!
Were you a transitioner or a Big Chopper? What was your journey like?I have always been a naturalista. I grew up with my mother braiding my hair until I graduated from junior high school. Then I...
View ArticleDIY Natural Hair Clip In Extensions
In this video, J. Joelle shows us how to create and style our own kinky hair clip-ins. And get this, instead of costing upwards of 200 dollars, these will only cost you 10! They're a quick, easy and...
View ArticleRedefining Yourself, for Yourself.
by GG of AllTheManyLayers"People like me more when they think I'm pretty."I can't tell you when, but at some point in my childhood I began to believe this was true. This is what the media, my...
View Article15 DIY Hair Recipes for Almost Every Step in Your Regimen
Below, you'll find a compilation of homemade mixes that I've used, as well as others that CN community members love, and shared for all of us to enjoy!CLEANSERS & RINSES Apple Cider Vinegar...
View ArticleFaux Locs for Natural Hair- The Pros and Cons
Vic Stylesby Sabrina PerkinsFaux locs are a sexy and stylish protective style that allows you to see how you would look if you decided to rock real locs. Faux locs are a protective style that creates...
View Article5 Benefits of Steaming Natural Hair
by MaiCurls of GlobalCoutureblog.netIs your natural hair extremely dry? Hair steaming may be just what the “hair doctor” ordered when it comes to healthy, moisturized coils and curls. Read...
View ArticleSHOW AND TELL- FIERCE FRIDAY!
Hola Chicas!Fierce Friday is a way to celebrate our natural hair, displaying our dopest styles and best hair days... for inspiration and motivation. Wanna be featured? All you have to do is upload your...
View ArticleWorking Out With Natural Hair
sourceby Sabrina PerkinsQuestion I have type 4a hair. I workout moderately - intense at least 3-4 days a week. I hear a lot of women saying they co-wash every time they workout but I don't feel the...
View Article7 Ways to Get Past a Natural Hair Growth Plateau
@SIMPLYBIANCAALEXA by Kanisha of BlackNaps.org Have you ever experienced a hair growth plateau? It’s when your hair can’t seem to grow past a certain length: be it neck length, arm pit length, bra...
View ArticleReal Princess Hair, Though.
When she wants to wear it down, this is our compromise...Read On for Deets!>>>So I get the,'can I wear it down today?' question at least once a month. And while I love that she loves her hair...
View ArticleErika Is Naturally Glam!
Tell me about yourself!I am a 30 year wife and mother of 5, (4 biological and 1 foster). I love God, and you can always catch me reading, dancing, and just enjoying life!Were you a transitioner or a...
View ArticleTransitioning Hair Tips You Can't Live Without
by Lisa MichelleCongratulations, you’ve decided to go natural! Now you get to answer one of the most profound questions within the natural hair community: to transition or go for the Big Chop?If...
View ArticleRemedies for Natural Hair Loss and Thinning
by Sabrina via GlobalCoutureblog.netFirst off, any woman who feels this is not the post for them needs to rethink her situation. While it is true that men are more likely to lose their hair than...
View ArticleThick or Thin Moisturizers: Which Is Better?
by Sister Scientist As a cosmetic chemist, I am always looking for novel ways to deliver the best results to my target consumer using techniques and delivery methods that make her regimen more...
View ArticlePerm Rods on Dry Natural Hair
Hola Chicas!Watch as Shekia Renea rocks a perm rod set on her dry natural hair. Spoiler alert: the resulting curls are full, bouncy and flawless.Watch Now!>>>
View ArticleSummer Tips for Natural Hair
HeyGorjess.comby Emilia Obiekea of AdoreBotanicals.comIt’s summer time! We know that means fun in the sun, playing in the water and tons of outdoor activities. Many people forget to protect their hair...
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