Raising Children to Weather the Storm
Bun hairstyles are my favorite when it comes to protective styles. We’ve come up with a double dutch braid bun updo that is pretty easy to do. It’s a great way to retain moisture, especially during cold seasons. But, it’s also a great hairstyle that can be worn for any occasion. If you have a little dancer…
We can all agree that quick and easy hairstyles are the way to go. Lawd knows with two kids and a crazy schedule, I’m usually very short on time. My daughter and I came up with 5 easy half up half down curly hairstyles for our Curly Hairstyle of the Week. Check out the video tutorial…
Apple cider vinegar is known for helping with weight loss. But, it’s also a great way to grow healthy hair. ACV, as it’s sometimes called, has become quite popular in the natural hair community. When I decided to ditch the relaxer in 2012, a friend put me on to it and I haven’t stopped using…
You normally see acne in teens and adults, but babies and toddlers can get it too. Yes, acne can affect us all. Moreover, it’s hard to find the culprit in most cases. But, did you know that there are curly hair product ingredients that cause acne? So, if you or your kiddos have sensitive skin,…
It’s no secret that aloe vera gel has many healing properties. It’s a great way to treat sunburn, scrapes, and bruises. It helps to support a healthy digestive system, and promotes normal muscle and joint function too. But did you know that it’s also great for growing curly hair? Here are six benefits of aloe vera…
We try to create curly hairstyles that are cute and easy to do. So when Eileen Carter-Campos of Mommy Teaches shared a video of the Chinese staircase ponytail braid on Facebook, we decided to make it our curly hairstyle of the week. The Chinese staircase ponytail braid also brings back memories of my childhood living in Brooklyn,…
Growing curly hair varies. However, an average hair growth of ½ inch per month is considered normal. I used to think that only certain hair textures were able to grow curly hair fast. But, that’s not the case at all. My kids had very little hair when they were born. My daughter was practically bald until…
Caring for my children’s curly biracial hair wasn’t always easy. As a natural girl myself, I pride myself in doing what’s best for our hair. Since we each have completely different curl patterns, I often comb through labels making sure the products have what our curls need. Many naturally curly product lines don’t include mineral…
