During the dry harmattan season, protective styles like braids and twists with extensions are usually styles of choice. The belief is that hair styles like this keep the hair protected from the harsh dry weather. While this might be true to some extent, neglecting your hair for weeks while it is in braids can cause […]
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During the dry harmattan months, hair breakage becomes very common. The cold, dry weather strips moisture from your hair, leaving it dry, brittle, and more prone to breakage. While protective styles are often the go-to solution, hair care is frequently neglected once the hair is tucked away. Unfortunately, when the style is taken down, excessive
1. Wash Regularly—With the Right Products Clean hair is healthy hair. Despite popular myths, locs should absolutely be washed regularly. If you started your locs using the palm roll or comb coil method, be mindful that frequent washing early on may loosen them before they fully form. Still, all hair—loc’d or not—needs regular cleansing Product
Did you know your hair is the second fastest-growing tissue in the body? That’s right—healthy hair grows about half an inch per month on average. So, why does it sometimes feel like your natural hair has been stuck at the same length for years? Barring any underlying health issues, the problem usually isn’t that your
If you’ve been dealing with hair breakage, you’re not alone—and you’re probably tempted to blame your stylist. But before you do, it’s worth asking: could it be your routine instead? Here are 5 common reasons your natural or relaxed hair may be breaking, plus how to fix them using simple techniques and a few key