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Women and our hair, we’re always looking for the next best thing. Just like everyone else, I’ve spent my money on products, equipment and accessories in search for the best combination to create that fresh “ready to go” look that fits my budget. Well, I believe I’ve finally found one part of that combination. The […]

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When a woman with chemically processed hair decides that she wants to go natural, she may consider doing the big chop.  To ‘big chop’ or ‘BC’ is to chop off the majority of one’s hair, which is relaxed, while leaving only the new growth, which is natural. Although many women of color are deciding to […]

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When I first thought of ‘going natural’ in January 2011, I quickly decided against it; I opted to continue my regular relaxer regimen.  After all, it worked for ten years.  But during my past three years in college, I have found it difficult, frustrating and nearly impossible to grow and maintain a healthy head of […]

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Short hair is supposed to be easier to maintain as opposed to long hair. If you’ve recently taken the plunge and cut a few inches off your mane, you should know that short hair can also look plain,and messy. Our friends over at vibevixen.com has some tips on how to take care of your new […]

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Just in time for those nasty Spring showers! Hothead’s new Hand Dry Hair Towel is definitely a life saver, especially on those rainy days when you’ve just gotten your hair done and you’re hiding under everything in sight to dodge the moisture. Well, luckily, those days can finally be over. This new towel has super-absorbent […]

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Today, most of black women have chemically treated hair either with a perm or some type of color. If you’re apart of the majority with chemically treated hair, then you probably have noticed that your hair texture has changed drastically after your visit to the salon, and your hair might be drier and more brittle […]

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From WNYC.org: Swimming is a great form of exercise, a refreshing summer activity and an important life skill. Yet African American women seem to be…let’s say less than enthusiastic. “Oh no, black women don’t swim.” Michael Hawkins, an instructor at Hair Design Institute in Manhattan, often hears that from clients, students and some stylists when […]