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Supporting Black Businesses in the Hair Industry

Highlighting Selects Strands and Sage Naturalceuticals, businesses by black folks, catering to black folks.

The Science Of Your Hair: Know These 4 Basic Tips To Help You Save Time & Money

Having a basic understanding of the science of your hair will help you save time, money and some peace of mind.

Taking Care of Processed Hair: Can Relaxed Hair Be Healthy?

Despite what others may think, yes it can be. But it’s all about not over-processing the hair, and how you take care of it after the fact.

Long Hair? You Do Care! 6 Ways to Get It to Grow

Have you ever heard any of these suggestions?

The Cost Of Looking Cute: Is Gel Polish Healthy For Your Nails?

We know that gel polish is all the rage and adds a lot of convenience but what are the drawbacks?

Breaking Down the Point of a Protective Hairstyle: What Exactly Should You Be Protecting?

It’s said that protective styling is the way to go when focusing on healthy hair growth. But what exactly qualifies a hair style as protective?

That Ain’t No Mongolian Hair, Girl: What’s the Real Deal with Your “Virgin” Hair Extensions?

Are the Peruvian/Mongolian/Russian hair extensions really from where they say they are? What you really need to look for when purchasing premium hair extensions.

Getting to Know Your Hair Products: Understanding the Ingredient List

Get the low down on the ingredients that make up your products.

Poor Baby: Learning How To Maintain Your Child’s Hair When It’s Nothing Like Your Own…

Here are some basic tips that will help you figure out how to keep your child’s hair healthy and moisturized.

Drop The Flat Iron Like It’s Hot: Summer Hairstyles To Help You Beat the Heat

Here are four alternatives that will help you to back away from the blow dryer, put the flat iron down and save your hair for summer.