Get ready to jump on the bandwagon because sew-ins are staging a triumphant comeback in the natural hair community, offering not just style but also promoting hair growth! Whilst traditional sew ins have been a trusted protective style for decades, they've also faced their fair share of challenges. Blending your leave-out seamlessly with your weave?…
If you’re wondering how to moisturize 4C hair, you’re not alone. Keeping 4C hair moisturized can be one of the biggest challenges for Type 4 naturals. If your hair still feels dry and brittle after moisturizing, or you’re struggling to find products that work, you’re not alone. The tight coil pattern of 4C hair makes…
Texture releases are becoming increasingly popular and being marketed to 3A - 4C naturals. The product aims to straighten your hair without damaging your coils/curls using heat, amino acids and conditioning agents. It straightens your natural hair without damaging your curls and coils but instead elongating them. With more and more naturals considering this as…
Type 4 hair includes tightly coiled textures commonly grouped into 4A, 4B and 4C patterns. Your curl pattern is only one part of understanding your hair. Density, porosity and strand thickness also influence how it looks, feels and responds to products.
It’s also completely normal to have more than one curl pattern. You might notice…
A silk press is one of the best ways to enjoy straight hair without permanently changing your natural curl pattern. But as every Naturalista knows, getting a silk press is the easy part. Keeping it sleek, smooth and frizz-free is where the real challenge begins. Humidity, sweat, steam and moisture can all cause your hair…
Out of all the Type 4 hair types, 4C hair is known to be the tightest and coarsest out of all the afro hair textures. The curl pattern is quite unique and made out of really tight zig-zag curls and coils which are closely packed together. 4C Hair is probably the most popular hair type…
BBraids are one of the most popular protective hairstyles for Black women. They’re long-lasting, versatile and convenient for holidays or breaks from daily styling. But do braids actually help your natural hair grow?
Braids do not make your hair grow faster. However, they can support length retention by reducing daily manipulation, tangling and breakage. The…
Clip in extensions are taking the natural hair community by storm. It offers versatility, endless styling options, extra length and volume in minutes. It's no wonder they’re so popular! Compared to 10 years ago, there are so many options on the market for Type 4 Naturalistas. The textures range from kinky, coily and curly which…
DDeep conditioning is an important part of a healthy natural hair routine, helping replenish moisture, improve softness and reduce breakage. Whether you have 4C hair that feels dry or you’re looking for a protein-rich treatment for damaged strands, homemade deep conditioners can be an affordable way to customise your routine using simple, nourishing ingredients. They…
