All About Hair: Big Chop Or Not To Big Chop?

Many of you who are thinking about going natural or are currently transitioning have wondered if  a "big chop" is necessary to began your natural journey. It is not.If you are concerned about length retention and are not yet ready to do a big chop, don't.  There are plenty of transitioning and protective styles that you can keep your hair in until it grows to an acceptable length for you.  One of

All About Hair: Natural Hair Has Versatility Like None Other

(I love this picture of Jill Scott)As a natural haired girl, I often hear things like "you can go natural because your hair is long", or "your hair isn't that nappy so you can do that".  The truth is, I started wearing my hair natural over 10 years ago and my hair was only 2 inches long.  Additionally, if you don't thing my hair is nappy, kinky, curly, or whatever you wanna call it, stick around

Protective Hairstyle: Kinky Twists Are Just What The Doctor Ordered

I went from this...To ThisLow Side BunUp-DoOne of my favorite protective styles is the Senegalese Twist (also know as kinky twists).  I love this style because it is versatile and is very low maintenance.  Because I don't relax my hair, for me, winter months can sometimes be a battle.  With all of the rain and moisture in the air, I tend to mess with my hair more than I should, so this style is a

Product Review: Jane Carter Solutions Hair Care Products

Jane Carter Solution I never even heard of Jane Carter Solution products until I attended Felicia Leatherwood's online Natural Haircare Workshop. Felicia couldn't say enough good things about this product line so I thought I'd give it a try.  Because my hair is really dry, I am always trying to find the next best conditioning product that will leave my hair moisturized without feeling oily. I've

Things You Should Know Before Dying Your Hair

I have been thinking of dying my hair lately just to change up my look a little.  I've had some really bad hair dye experiences in the past and also some very good ones.  Here are a few things your may want to consider if you are thinking about dying your tresses.Is your hair healthy?Before considering any type of chemical processing to your hair, make sure that you hair is in decent enough

Product Review: Reviewing Kinky Curly Knot Today Leave In Detangler

Kinky Curly Knot TodayI was hearing so much about the Kinky Curly line that I had to give there products a try.  I opted to try one of the less expensive items, which was the Kinky Curly Knot Today Leave In Detangler ($12.00).  Detangling my hair isn't a real issue, so I purchased the product to use it as leave in conditioner.  I am extremely pleased with this product.  My hair is extremely dry

All About Hair: Meet Felicia Leatherwood;Natural Hair Stylist Extraordinaire!

Loving Your Hair With Natural CareThis young lady is none other than Felicia Leatherwood, hair stylist to celebrity clients Jill Scott, Sanaa Lathan, Will Smith, Terrence Howard, Anthony Anderson and Arsenio Hall, to name a few.  Her work can be found in People magazine, Essence, and Instyle and a host of other film and television appearances.  Although these accomplishments are truly impressive,

All About Hair: 20's Inspired Hairstyles Are My Latest Obsession

deep wavespin curls and side parts  oversized hair accessories  finger waves swooped to the sideglamorous deep wave pinned waves with headbandI am fascinated and inspired by fashion and style of the 1920's.  I am especially inspired some of hairstyles, such as pin-curls, deep waves and oversized hair accessories.  There's something extremely flirty and feminine about these styles paired with red

All About Hair: Using Protective Styling To Save Your Ends

(source)Protective hairstyles can play a big role in helping you retain the length of your hair, by "protecting" your fragile ends.  With the winter weather starting to really set in, protective styling has become a necessity for me in order to achieve my healthy hair goals.What is a protective hairstyle?Typically, a protective hairstyle is any hairstyle that leaves your ends unexposed.  

All About Hair: Can Lace Front Wigs Damage My Hair?

Lace front wigs have become extremely popular.  Not only celebrities, but everyday people are wearing this hot hair accessory.  Wigs allow you to go from short to long, and from blond to black without one single hair on your own head ever being disturbed. For some, this means giving your hair a much needed break from over-processing and over-styling.  Some individuals suffer from hair loss issues

All About Hair: Excessive Breakage Could Be Due To Vitamin Deficiency

Are you taking better care of your hair than you ever have?  Treating it like it was made of the finest, most expensive fabric?  Handling it with care, only to feel betrayed when you continue to see extreme breakage and overall poor hair health?  If you feel that you have addressed your hair issues thoroughly and you are still experiencing extreme breakage and shedding, it may be time to turn to

All About Hair: Protecting Your Hair From Winter Weather

(I love this photo!)                            For some of us, winter weather can ravish our hair; especially for those who live in extreme climates.  I don't experience extreme climate weather, however, my hair is still affected by the cold winter weather.  Here are a few things that help me during the winter months.Dry Hair:Moisture Moisture Moisture!  Moisture is your friend during these cold

Product Review: Shea Moisture-Natural Organic Haircare

Shea Moisture is a certified natural organic company that carries haircare and skincare product.  I often look for natural and/or organic products to care for my hair, so when I saw this line in Target and read its list of ingredients, I wanted to give it a try.First off I would like to say that prior to using the products I read the company's background information online, and after reading, I

All About Hair: Key To Achieving Long Afro Textured Hair

(source)Many women with afro textured hair believe or have been told that their hair just doesn't grow.  Not only is this statement false, it couldn't be more wrong.  Afro textured hair grows at the same rate as any other hair type. The statement, "growing longer hair" is misleading.  Lots of hair product companies have made millions with its claims of growing your hair.  The fact is, your hair

All About Hair: Deep Conditioning, Easy and Affordable

Some deep conditioning treatments suggest that you sit under a dryer or the alternative which is to put a plastic shower cap on your head and wrap your head with a hot towel.  I found some of the personal hooded dryers to be either too expensive, too bulky, or just too difficult to position.  I found this item to be a very workable solution.  The Soft Bonnet Attachment was purchased from Sally's

All About Hair: To Trim Or Not To Trim

(source) I love her hairTrimming Of The EndsSo, the age old question is: does trimming your ends make your hair grow faster?  Some swear by regular trims and some swear them off.  I've done tons of research and have come to my own conclusion; I do not believe that trimming your ends will make your hair grow any faster.Hair grows from your scalp, not from your ends.  Nothing you do to the ends of

Shea Butter: What Are Its Benefits

What Is Shea Butter Anyways?I get lots of question about shea butter and its benefits.  Questions like: What is shea butter? Is it good for my hair and skin?  Can I moisturize my hair with it?  I will attempt to answer some questions you may have about shea butter and its benefits.What is shea butter?Shea Butter is extracted from the nuts of the Shea-Karite tree. It can take up to 30 years to

Home Remedies: The Wonders Of Green Tea

Green Tea To The RescueThe benefits of green tea have been known to not only do wonders for the body,  but also for the skin and hair.  It's been found to help prevent certain cancers, assist with flushing harmful toxins from the body, assist with weight loss, hair loss and so many more benefits.  Not only can you drink it, but you can place it directly on your skin and hair to reap the benefits

The Real Secret To Achieving Healthy Hair

(source)Secret To Healthy HairFor those of you who are like me, who have tried every hair care product known to man,  you've browsed the web and Youtube, trying the haircare regimens of everyone that appears to have healthy hair but to no avail, I have a secret for you... what works for me may not work for you. It sounds so simple, but it is truly a solemn statment. This is the very first thing