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7 Afro Hair Mistakes To Avoid In The Winter

December 27, 2022

Even though it is the end of the year, it is essential to continue caring for your curls during the winter. This is so your natural curls remain healthy and strong in spring. So, to avoid succumbing to the colder air’s tendency to cause further breakage, dryness, and flakiness for your kinky hair, here are seven of the simplest mistakes to avoid in the winter.

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7 Ways To Give Your Afro Curls More Volume

December 15, 2022

Most of us with natural hair goals crave fuller, more defined, and voluminous curls. Unfortunately, getting volume for your afro hair is not always possible, especially if it is experiencing shrinkage or natural hair problems. Lightweight products can help you maintain your curl's natural volume, as its most concentrated ingredient is water or aloe.

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Five Ways To Repair Your Natural Curl Pattern After Damage

November 25, 2022

Various factors can damage your natural curl pattern, such as too much heat, chemical treatments, a diet that lacks protein, hormonal changes, or a colouring service that has not been carried out correctly. If your afro curls do not spring back like they used to it is likely that, your curl pattern has been damaged.

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Four Benefits Of Using A Silk Press In Autumn

November 18, 2022

Thankfully a silk press is an upgraded version of this technique, as it allows you to smooth and stretch your afro hair with less heat and pain. Additionally, unlike a relaxer, keratin treatment, or basic blowout, which can damage your curl pattern, a silk press will add volume and shine to your natural hair.

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How To Care For And Protect Your Ends During Winter

November 14, 2022

The colder months can be highly damaging for the ends of your afro hair as the level of dryness increases during this time. The reduced moisture in the air then makes your natural hair more fragile, meaning more frizz, split ends, and breakage. Next, as most of us spend time indoors during the winter months, our ends can also fall victim to more damage due to central heating.

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8 Ways To Make It Easier To Travel With Curly Afro Hair

November 02, 2022

Travelling to a new country can cause those who like to rock their natural hair some anxiety. This is because you know that your afro curls need the right products to function correctly. Unfortunately, finding these afro hair products abroad can be difficult, making it challenging to keep your natural hair hydrated and healthy on holiday. We’ve found that the best way to beat any pre-holding stress is to be prepared.

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4 Benefits Of Styling Your Afro Hair In The Shower

October 28, 2022

While most natural haircare routines involve showering first and styling after , styling while in the shower is a better way to ensure that your curls are kept hydrated and look their best much longer. After all, you will still have to deal with afro hair problems like breakage and frizz even after your wash day. Styling while in the shower can help reduce these problems so you can devote more time to your working days.

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5 Ways To Release Tension From Your Scalp

October 10, 2022

Protective styles such as braids, high ponytails, and extensions can cause too much tension on your scalp and hairline if it is too tight. Often, braids are too tight as the stylist wants to make this style , which would seem to be a good value for money.

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How To Protect Your Natural Hair While Swimming

October 04, 2022

Unfortunately, as afro curls are drier than most hair types, the bleach found in swimming pools can dry them out more. But whether you are a regular at the pool or take an occasional dip, we can provide tips to develop a routine to keep your afro hair healthy.

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Natural Hair Shrinkage: What Is It And How Can You Manage It?

September 30, 2022

Shrinkage is a sign of healthier hair as it means that when your afro curls are hydrated, they appear plumper and more elongated. Conversely, when your curls shrink back to their original size, you should know that it is time to top up your afro hair with more moisture.

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Silk vs. Satin For Sleeping: Differences & Benefits

September 20, 2022

To maintain your natural texture while sleeping, you need a night haircare routine to help you keep your curls free from frizz, breakage, and tangles. Whether you have relaxed or natural afro curls, this routine could include preserving your hair intact in a satin or silk bonnet or scarf at night.

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Five Tips On Reviving Afro Curls After Sleeping

September 14, 2022

When you have a good hair day, it can make you feel more confident. However, even if you sleep on a silk or satin pillowcase or wrap your afro hair in a satin or silk headscarf, your once perfectly styled curls can look limp in the morning following a night’s sleep.

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Four Of The Best Tips You Need When Transitioning To Natural Hair

August 31, 2022

While transitioning to natural hair, it is best to avoid using heat altogether to prevent further damage to your currently weak strands. Instead, try drying your afro hair without heat using a microfibre towel after your wash day so that any excess water can be absorbed quicker. Going natural immediately after relaxing your hair for so long might shock your system.

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6 Of The Quickest Transitioning Hairstyles For Your Natural Hair

August 23, 2022

To help you feel confident in your afro hair while going through what can be an awkward phase, here are six of our favourite transitioning hairstyles that can quickly style your afro hair and make this change a breeze.

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Protein Overload: Causes & And Ways To Fix It

August 15, 2022

Most of us know that to have healthy afro hair, you need to ensure it has enough protein. Keratin is the main protein your afro curls need, which can be added through leave-in conditioners and deep conditioning treatments to keep your strands strong.

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Traction Alopecia: Causes And Treatments

August 09, 2022

Traction Alopecia can also be caused by hair relaxers or chemical treatments which can change the structure of your hair shaft by weakening your hair strands, making hair loss more likely. This repetitive stress on your hair follicles can cause clumps of your hair to fall out, especially after braids and wigs are removed.

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6 Ways To Treat Men's Thinning Afro Hair

July 26, 2022

While most men will experience hair loss by 50, this does not make it less distressing when hair loss occurs. While hair loss can be temporary or permanent, it is most important to identify either type early so you can opt for the correct treatment and seek a hair loss specialist if needed.

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Our 6 Steps To Help Your Edges Grow Back Quicker

February 23, 2022

If you have damaged edges, follow our six steps to help you grow them back quicker.

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5 Ways To Stretch Your Afro Hair Without Heat

January 19, 2022

Finding ways to stretch your curls without heat can feel impossible to achieve. While applying heat to your hair can provide you with an opportunity to check the length of your afro hair, if you do this, you have to deal with the consequences of damaging your hair through heat and wondering whether you can revive your curls. We've outlined five heat-free stretching methods that can combat shrinkage without damaging your afro hair.

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