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The Truth About Braids for Hair Growth & Length Retention

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…

ByNaturalistaVibesNovember 27, 20231Comment

Protective Styles

How to Rock Clip-in Extensions on Type 4 Natural Hair

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…

ByNaturalistaVibesNovember 5, 20230Comments

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Tutorials & How-Tos

5 Homemade Deep Conditioners for Natural Hair (Easy DIY Recipes)

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…

ByNaturalistaVibesOctober 21, 20230Comments

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Moisturizing vs Sealing Oils – What’s the better option?

It’s easy to be confused about what hair oils to incorporate into your natural hair care routine. With so many oils on the market, it makes it difficult to figure out what oils to choose. Some oils act as a moisturizing agent whilst other oils work as a sealing agent. They both add great benefits…

ByNaturalistaVibesOctober 14, 20230Comments

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LOC vs LCO Method: Which Is Better for Moisture Retention?

Moisture retention plays an important role in maintaining healthy natural hair, particularly for those with Type 4 hair. If your hair often feels dry shortly after wash day, the issue may not be the products you’re using, but how they’re layered. The LOC and LCO methods are two popular techniques used to help hydrate the…

ByNaturalistaVibesOctober 7, 20230Comments

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Protective Styles

Mini Twists for Hair Growth: The Ultimate Style for Length Retention

Mini twists have become one of the most popular protective styles amongst Naturalistas, and it’s easy to see why. If you’re active on social media, you’ve probably seen countless videos of people sharing their mini twist routines, styling ideas and impressive length retention results. Alongside their versatility, mini twists are often credited with helping reduce…

ByNaturalistaVibesSeptember 23, 20230Comments

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Tutorials & How-Tos

Braid Bumps: How to Treat Tension Bumps from Tight Braids

Braids are one of the most popular protective styles, but when installed too tightly, they can cause painful braid bumps on the scalp. These bumps are not just uncomfortable. They signal stress on your hair follicles and can lead to inflammation, breakage, and long-term damage if ignored. Have you ever: Struggled to put your braids…

ByNaturalistaVibesSeptember 11, 20230Comments

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9 Low Porosity Tips for Your Natural Hair Routine

Understanding your hair porosity can make it easier to choose products and build a natural hair routine that works for you. Porosity describes how readily your hair absorbs and loses water. It is separate from curl type, so two people with Type 4 hair can have very different needs. Have you ever tried a viral…

ByNaturalistaVibesAugust 24, 20232Comments

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10 Benefits of Trimming Natural Hair You Need to Know

Trimming your hair is an important part of reducing breakage , maintaining healthy ends, and supporting length retention. While trimming doesn't make your hair grow faster, it helps preserve the length you already have by preventing split ends and breakage from travelling further up the hair shaft. Many people avoid trims because they're worried about…

ByNaturalistaVibesAugust 18, 20230Comments

The Truth About Braids for Hair Growth & Length Retention

How to Rock Clip-in Extensions on Type 4 Natural Hair

5 Homemade Deep Conditioners for Natural Hair (Easy DIY Recipes)

Moisturizing vs Sealing Oils – What’s the better option?

LOC vs LCO Method: Which Is Better for Moisture Retention?

Mini Twists for Hair Growth: The Ultimate Style for Length Retention

Braid Bumps: How to Treat Tension Bumps from Tight Braids

9 Low Porosity Tips for Your Natural Hair Routine

10 Benefits of Trimming Natural Hair You Need to Know

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