Posts — African naturals

When it comes to caring for natural hair, there are a multitude of products out there. Natural oils, passed down from generation to generation, play an essential role in nourishing, protecting, and enhancing healthy hair growth. In this blog post, we'll explore the top oils that have proven to be incredibly beneficial for natural hair care. Coconut Oil Coconut oil  has rightfully earned its reputation as a hair care superstar. Its unique molecular structure allows it to penetrate the hair shaft, providing deep hydration and strengthening from within. Coconut oil is particularly effective in preventing protein loss, making it an excellent choice...

Let's face it, sometimes we get stuck in the same style as naturalistas. It's not that we don't have options. It's just that it easier to install some hair styles considering our busy schedules. It's time to pack up the bag of excuses and live your full dreams as a naturalista. Don't be stuck on just one hairstyle. There are a wide range of hairstyles to choose from. Let's go!! Bantu knots It's been on your wish list for far too long sis. Just go for it. Bantu knots are not only chic but it brings out your Africanity. If...

Keeping hair, no matter the type, takes consistency and a proper hair regimen. There's often a misconception about locs where some folks regard it as low maintenance. To an extent it is. However, for healthier locs, you have to invest a lot of time, effort and resources. Here are some fundamental things you need to do when you have locs.  Shampoo your locs Yes, you have to shampoo your locs. Due to its nature, dust, dirt and residue of products can easily get trapped in your locs. Shampooing helps get rid of these, keeping them clean. It is also essential...

Hair within the natural hair community is often referred to as healthy based on its length. This shouldn't be the case. Healthy hair is healthy hair irrespective of the length. Due to the pressure to have long 'healthy' hair, we often hold on to damaged hair.  First off, a trim at least once every eight weeks is recommended. This is particularly important if you have chemically altered your hair eg. bleached, dyed, texturized, etc. The tips of the hair are often the oldest and weakest and more susceptible to split ends and/or breakage. Now to the substantive part. How do...

Beauty is pain, they say. It certainly comes along with its rewards and challenges. When it comes to hair care, some problems are inevitable. This post explores some common hair problems you're likely to encounter when growing natural hair. Hair loss Hair loss is caused by a myriad of factors. The most common ones are bad hair practices and loss caused by hormones. With hormonal hair loss, sometimes all you need to do is to be patient. It'll pass and with the right hair treatments, including Protein Treatment and Deep Conditioning Treatment.  Hair loss caused by bad hair practices doesn't...