General Hair Care

When you think of healthy, shiny hair, you know that it has been conditioned and nourished to look so healthy! The fact is, healthy hair comes from proper nourishment of your hair and it makes...

Have you ever been uncertain about how to care for natural texture African American hair? Ever wondered what you can do to help keep it healthy and provide the best possible conditions under which...

Afro hair that feels hard and brittle is usually dry. For the softest Afro, make sure your hair is moisturized. Gentle treatment and proper moisture levels are required to keep the hair of African...

Once you decide to stop chemically straightening your hair, you may have to learn different ways to care for it. Naturally curly hair requires care that differs from straight hair. Hair that's...

It is a myth that afro-textured hair doesn't grow. Although the curliness that usually defines black hair makes the hair appear shorter, due to shrinkage, this hair type grows the same as any...

If you want long, healthy, shiny hair, then you have to take great care of what you already have and follow these simple steps. You are on your way to getting the long hair you desire.

It isn’t difficult to define your natural curls, and I’m going to show you how to get curly hair naturally. These steps will allow you to show off your natural curls, and help you to manage your...

Wearing an Afro is a beautiful way to showcase natural hair. Afros are a versatile style that can be worn full and flowing or sleek and bobbed. Regardless of the style preference, it is always...

"New Growth" is the natural hair that grows from your scalp weeks after you've relaxed or permed your hair. Hair is fragile at this point since there are 2 different types of hair on...

Most African American hair texture is generally coarse. As an African American woman, I've tried many products and methods in an attempt to get my hair texture to become soft, silky and straight,...

African American hair is versatile and can be worn in various styles, but it is also delicate and needs a lot of tender loving care. It can be kinky, wavy, curly or a mix of all three. But because...

The decision to go natural for an African-American female can prove to be somewhat of a difficult task but the rewards that it reaps is well worth it and liberating.

In its natural state, black hair is very curly and dry. When chemicals are applied for straightening, the hair needs different moisturizing techniques. How often black women moisturize their hair...

To keep black hair healthy, treat it differently from naturally straight hair. Black hair can be worn in its natural state (without straightening chemicals), pressed with heat or worn relaxed...

Caring for natural black hair the right way will pay off with healthy curls and coils, whether your hair is a short afro or hangs down your back. Make sure you pamper this fragile hair type so...

It's a myth that black hair doesn't grow. In fact, it does grow, usually at the average rate of 1/2 inch per month. One of the reasons black hair doesn't appear to grow as quickly is because the...

Your hair is one of the first things people notice when meeting you. Glossy, healthy locks are as important to your overall look as a sharp and stylish wardrobe. Many commercial shampoos and hair...

To maintain a healthy head of hair, African-American women need to follow a basic hair care regimen, whether they chemically straighten their hair or wear it in its naturally curly state. By...

Natural black hair tends to be very dry and sometimes even brittle, which means it easily falls out. This makes healthy hair as well as long lengths harder to attain. Hair loss is even a problem...

Transitioning from permed to natural hair can be very challenging. Many women today are growing comfortable in their own skin and are ready to reveal their roots. :)

If your hair has grayed and is now going white, don't be afraid to embrace your brilliant tresses. Constant hair coloring can damage your hair, leaving it brittle and dry. Instead, welcome your...

Natural hairstyles are carefree, loose, and require little to no styling. Working with your natural hair can seem tricky because it seems like you have no control, but it's this fact that can...

When trying to maximize your hair's natural growth, it is important to keep in mind that your success will heavily depend on your health. By doing simple things like eating a healthful diet,...

If you have decided to "go natural" you probably spent some time debating the pros and cons. You finally took the plunge (good for you) and now are stuck trying to figure out how to...

Get the best look for your natural hair by following a few useful tips. Healthy hair always has a natural shine and good growth. When it comes to styling, Black women have many different hair...

African-Americans have a lot of hair styling options available to them that allow them to go straight, go curly or go natural. Going natural, while seemingly easiest to do, can be the hardest...

The texture of human hair can change for many reasons, but almost every person's hair texture changes as that person experiences puberty. During a child's early teen or pre-teen years, myriad...

Diet, proper hair care and avoidance of harsh chemical products may help prevent hair loss. However, there is no method---natural or otherwise---that is guaranteed to prevent hair loss. Sometimes...

Maintaining healthy black hair is different from maintaining naturally straight hair. Whether black hair is chemically straightened or left in its natural, curly state, using gentle hair care...

Hair care for black people differs in several significant ways from hair care for people of other ethnicities. Although black hair appears coarse and strong, it's actually fragile and requires...

So you're considering going Natural but don't really know how to start? Well here are some tips and suggestions from a perm-free Natural sista who decided to do the Big Chop over 3 years ago and...

African American hair is known to be brittle and difficult to maintain in its natural state. Some women perm or excessively straighten their hair because they are frustrated with their natural...

Hair growth depends on several things, according to the Proctor and Gamble website. Genetics play a part, as do hormones and what you eat. Taking good care of your hair is important, too. Certain...

My hair is natural and each and everyday I am more and more proud that it is. I generally do my own hair but my styles are limited to a pony tail or two strand twist. I haven't been to an...

Regularly participating in a healthy diet is the most important aspect of healthy hair. After all, your body provides the nutrients your hair needs to thrive. The products you use are also very...

African hair in its natural state is considered to be a coarse texture when compared to some other hair types. This coarse texture has an advantage over less coarse hair types in that it is very...

Every day in Africa is primed to be a bad hair day, with its tropical high temperatures and extreme humidity, or drying desert air. African women have long faced the challenges of such an...

African-American hairstyles can vary depending upon the condition of the hair, the style and maintenance. Although having a natural look might sound as if it would not require much, it is takes...

You'll learn how to use a natural and inexpensive way to get softer and shinier hair in two weeks by doing almond oil treatments at home.

For women, having thinning hair can be irritating and embarrassing. Thinning hair can be caused by several factors. These include your overall health, your stress levels, genetics, and the...

When it comes to black hair growth, the natural texture often prevents you from seeing its true length. Keeping you hair healthy with good styling practices and gentle daily care is critical to...

As an African American Woman who has been wearing my hair natural for 3 years, it took me 1 year and 3 stylists to find one that was knowledgeable about kinky, curly and wavy hair. African...

Many women strive for the look of smooth and silky hair. The overall look creates a luxurious look that most can only hope for. However, there are countless home remedies that make achieving a...

Sometimes that last week or so right before your next color appointment, your gray roots get out of control. With an eyebrow pencil, a mirror and about ten minutes, you can fake your way thru till...

Do you really want to go natural? Many African-American women dream of going natural, but they dread cutting their hair. This article will save your hair and enhance your journey to...

The hair infusion methods are the newly popular way to input hair weaves. Weave wearers all over the country are paying hundreds of dollars to obtain the style. In the past, the techniques were...

Many people are looking for ways to regrow hair the natural way. There are many lotions and potions on the market, but nothing works better than mother nature for healthy hair growth. Follow...

Natural products have been a mainstay of hair care for generations. Only relatively recently have we switched to using laboratory-made products. Many fruits and vegetables and other natural oils...

Simple options for very thick, curly African hair ... as simple as ABC ________________________________________ Some women of African descent or women with thick curly hair have soft hair that is...

Growing out your natural hair can be a good choice if you desire to abandon the use of harsh chemical relaxers on your hair, or simply wish to return to your own real texture again. Whatever the...