If you think about the ANCIENT Wodaabe women from the Sahel region, Mbalatu women from Angola and Himba from Namibia there is one thing they had in common: They had extremely long and healthy hair, which they took pride in. So, what did they actually use or do to maintain healthy hair? Did they have hair growth secrets that the … Read More
Is Apple Cider Vinegar Good for Hair?
A while back before I jumped on the Apple Cider Vinegar for hair bandwagon, I had several questions including: Is Apple Cider Vinegar good for hair? What does Apple Cider Vinegar do to your hair? How do I use Apple Cider Vinegar for hair? Can Apple Cider Vinegar damage hair? Is Apple Cider Vinegar good for colored hair? From my … Read More
Is Henna Worth It? 10 Disadvantages of Applying Henna on Hair
Are you considering using Henna to promote hair growth? Well, before you jump on this trend read this article to understand the disadvantages of applying henna on hair. Here is the summary; Disadvantages of applying Henna on hair Application process results in a huge mess as it stains everything May result in uneven coloring Preparation and application can be time … Read More
10 Effective Home Remedies for Dry and Frizzy Hair
Dry and frizzy hair can be a lot to handle, but fret not, we’ve got your back.In this article we will talk about home remedies for dry and frizzy hair. Here is the summary; 10 home remedies for dry and frizzy hair Apple Cider Vinegar Fenugreek Tea Rinse Rice water Hot Oil Treatment Onion Juice Bentonite Clay Aloe Vera Juice … Read More
How to Make Rice Water – 8 Simple Recipes
Using rice water on hair has gained a lot of popularity worldwide and thus there has been a lot of creativity on how to make rice water. In this article I will share 8 different ways on how to make rice water for hair growth, including the Yao Women Rice Water Recipe. Rice water contains several nutrients found in rice. … Read More
Benefits of Ginger on Hair & How to Use to Promote Growth
Besides being used as a spice and a natural home remedy for cold and flu, ginger can also be used to promote hair growth. In this article, we will explore (i) the benefits of ginger on hair and (ii) how to use ginger to promote hair growth. Since I decided to go natural and to fully embrace my curls, I … Read More
Rose Water For Natural Hair: Benefits,Uses & Easy DIY Recipes
Ever wondered what to do with all those roses you are gifted on special occasions like Valentines? The good news is that you don’t have to throw away the petals when the occasion is over! Using a very simple DIY recipe that I will show you later in the article, you can easily turn those colorful petals into an amazing … Read More
Clay Masks For Hair: Benefits, Best Clay Types & How to Use
What if I told you that you can totally revamp your hair using naturally occurring clays? Yes- the same clays that are popularly used in skin care routines. Because I have been seeing the hair industry going bonkers with clay masks, I got a little curious and decided to dig into the science of clay and how it can be … Read More
The Inversion Method for Natural Hair Growth
Throughout my natural hair journey I have come across, well, let’s just say bizarre techniques, remedies and routines for promoting natural hair growth. Surprisingly most of them do work, if used correctly. I was a “doubting Thomas” when I learnt about Rice Water and Onion Juice treatments but still went ahead to try them! The linked articles will give … Read More
How to Take Care of Natural Hair at Home: Like a Pro!
Most, if not all of us are unlikely to see the inside of a hair salon for the next few months. The reality is that the salon business is deemed non-essential. This means we need to take matters into our own hands. Take the opportunity of being home to revive your tresses and give your hair a break from over-manipulation. … Read More