Hydrated Hair Isn’t Moisturized Hair.
Yes, sis, you read that right. Let’s get right into it, shall we? Okay, so hydration. What is it? I've talked about moisturizing hair ...
the.curlfriend
- Nov 10, 2021
- 2 min
A Wig That Won't Break the Bank
Headband wigs are "all the rage" because they're super easy to put on, while getting a seamless, effortless, and gorgeous look without...
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the.curlfriend
- Oct 2, 2021
- 3 min
Mask-ne and How to Combat It
Let’s talk my new skincare routine to create clearer skin! Well, for one I have oily skin and dry skin—combination skin, if you will—so...
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the.curlfriend
- Sep 10, 2021
- 7 min
Updated: But, What’s My Hair Type?
Getting caught up into the various consistencies and factors that contribute to hair type can be counter effective—don’t you think?
561 views
the.curlfriend
- Jul 23, 2021
- 4 min
5 Tips for Dealing with (Long) Curly Hair
When you finally reach #lengthgoals, you soon find out that not only is ...
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the.curlfriend
- Jun 25, 2021
- 4 min
Seasonal Curl Care, Yeah It's a Thing
YES, SIS. Seasonal curl care is important because just like your skin, it can change with the seasons. Products, routines, and styling...
325 views
the.curlfriend
- Mar 29, 2021
- 7 min
The "Right" Curly Tools
Using the "right tools" for your curly hair is a secret in achieving the best results for styles and having healthy hair! If you're...
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the.curlfriend
- Mar 16, 2021
- 5 min
Moisturizing Oils and Curly Hair
One of the first steps in figuring out which oils to use, is determining if an oil is a sealant or a moisturizing oil, or both!
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the.curlfriend
- Feb 12, 2021
- 5 min
Hair Porosity's Influence on Shampoo Bars
In a previous blog posts I talk about the types of porosities and reference blogs, products, etc. that can help with specific porosities,...
936 views
the.curlfriend
- Oct 26, 2020
- 5 min
I Finally Clarified My Hair!
Clarifying hair (removing product build-up) can add life to your curls! So let's talk about natural ways to revitalize these babes!
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the.curlfriend
- Oct 15, 2020
- 5 min
10 Tips to Make Going Curly a Little Easier
Going natural is not just a physical change, but an introspective, tiring, and fulfilling journey. So, let's make it a little easier.
653 views
the.curlfriend
- Sep 19, 2020
- 7 min
How Is Your Environment Impacting Your Curls?
LIVE summary of Darlynn and I's experiences on length retention, seasonal haircare, DIYs, and the benefits of...
318 views
the.curlfriend
- Jun 26, 2020
- 2 min
Summer Heat: Tips for Dry Hair
This is my first summer with long curly hair! And, my ends are FRIED. So, how did I fix it?
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the.curlfriend
- Jun 19, 2020
- 4 min
The Natural Hair Journey: A Physical and Emotional Transformation
I was hiding for a long time. Hiding behind the idea that I was "better" with hair that could closely resemble my non-black counterparts.
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the.curlfriend
- May 21, 2020
- 3 min
Hair Habits, Then & Now: Biotin, Castor Oil, Moisturizing, & Other Growth Oils
Let's talk DIYs, hair growth supplements and growth oils!
431 views
the.curlfriend
- May 21, 2020
- 4 min
Hair Habits, Then & Now: Transitioning & Protective Styles, Trimming Your Hair & Using Heat
Peep some embarrassing photos of me with relaxed hair! But seriously, see how heat SEVERELY damaged my hair and potential to retain length
332 views
the.curlfriend
- May 21, 2020
- 5 min
Hair Habits, Then & Now: Breakage, Hair Porosity, Deep Conditioning, and Retaining Moisture
So, breakage is a BIG DEAL. It was a major thing that I had to deal with when transitioning (and actually while relaxed)...
651 views
the.curlfriend
- May 21, 2020
- 3 min
Hair Habits, Then & Now: Products and Ingredients Effect on Skin
So it’s that time again, where I dish out some info about my natural hair journey.
574 views
the.curlfriend
- Feb 26, 2020
- 5 min
Hair Growth & Diet: Are They Linked?
Well well well, it's about time we talked about my growth secrets, huh?
643 views
the.curlfriend
- Jan 1, 2020
- 3 min
Chemical Free!
Chlorine, methylene chloride, toluene, and xylene in your pads and tampons right now? Maybe.
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