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Women, especially black women, have the ability to change hairstyles like underwear. I support you ladies no matter what you do — just do it right and take care of your hair. For the most part we all practice the same principles when it comes to proper hair care (co-washing, ACV rinse, trims, deep conditioning, etc.). I'm always willing to help people with hair questions and concerns, or at least point them in the right direction. I know plenty of people in that area.
Where I stand on a lot of hair issues:
- I'm anti kiddie perms and kiddie dreadlocks on children if they're at an age where they can't make that choice for themselves (unless, of course, it's part of your religion).
Do You Ever Dry Your Hair With Paper Towels?
Recently, while perusing the Tabatha's Salon Takeover website (have you joined my We Love Tabatha group, by the way?), I came across a tip that I really hadn't heard before, although it seems to be reserved for the more frizz-prone or curly-haired set. Instead of rubbing water out with a towel, simply squeeze the moisture out with paper towels. The theory is that the softer texture of paper towels is less aggressive than than rougher-textured terry cloth towels.
Tame Your Frizz With Tips From John Frieda
Lack of body or too much frizz: "Most people fall into one [category] or the other," explains hair guru John Frieda. The solution? "A product and a technique," he says.
More Tips For Making Curly Hair Gorgeous
Years ago, when hair expert Keneesha Hudson allowed her curly locks to go natural, it proved to be a positive experience. "I feel a great sense of freedom wearing my own hair," she told me. "It definitely has a much more organic feel to it.
Got Kinky, Curly, or Wavy Hair? Read This.
As owner of Atlanta's Urbanbella salon and apothecary-style store, Keneesha Hudson has learned a thing or two about hair — particularly when it comes to kinky, curly, and wavy textures. That's why I consulted with the leading expert in the category on how to tame those unruly curls; and now, I have more of her helpful tips. No matter what kind of curl texture you've got, if your hair has some type of wave to it, this post is for you.
Perk Up Unruly Curls With This Easy Fix
As owner of Urbanbella, an Atlanta apothecary-style salon and store that caters to women with kinky, curly, and wavy hair textures, Keneesha Hudson has mastered the art of the curl. The two major complaints she hears most frequently are the appearance of unwanted frizz and increased dryness, particularly during the cooler months. And while sometimes the bedhead look is hot, other times, that dryness and frizz can get in the way of having an amazing hair day.
Can't Do Bedhead? Try These Five-Minute Curls Instead
For times when the sultry bedhead hairstyle or tousled beach waves aren't what you're going after, why not play up the sexy side of curls with something a bit more mellow? You can still rock a come-hither look, without going the route of the old-timey roller set-style, either. At Milan Fashion Week, Hilary Swank looked stunning with waved hair that avoided being too prim and proper.
Do You Use Hot Rollers?
The other day, while finally cleaning out my closet, I discovered many things about my style over the past few years. Some of them questionable — is pleather ever really a good idea? — and one of them being that my barely used, decade-old set of hot rollers could use a little love.
Would You Use This Double Detangler?
Ouidad, the brand that specializes in products for curly hair, has come out with a comb called Double Detangler ($24). They say that the comb is a "next generation tool" that helps prevent hair breakage and makes combing easier, and also saves you time because two combs = hair detangled twice as fast. I'm not sure about the actual logic of that statement, but I'm curious to see how it works.
Do You Prefer Mel B's Hair Straight, Curly or Wavy?
On Saturday at an event in California, singer Melanie Brown walked the red carpet wearing her signature smoky eyes and nude lips, however, her hair, was stick straight. Usually, we see Mel with wavy or au natural curly hair out and about town, but for dressing up, I happen to think this look is sophisticated and flattering. Which way do you like Mel's hair styled best?
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