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Curly Haircare for Beginners

Curly Haircare for Beginners

12 minutes read | Sharley Butcher

Curly Hairstyles for Hot Weather: 7 Curly Hairstyles for Summer

Curly Hairstyles for Hot Weather: 7 Curly Hairstyles for Summer

Heat and humidity can wreak havoc on curly hair. So, we've put together a list of 7 easy curly hairstyle ideas to keep your hair protected in...

4 minutes read | Keysha Davis

Wavy Hair vs Curly Hair

Wavy Hair vs Curly Hair

There’s a clear distinction between wavy and curly hair, even though they share some common traits. Both belong to the textured hair family, with unique...

14 minutes read | Gena Marie

What is Clarifying Shampoo ?

What is Clarifying Shampoo ?

7 minutes read | Kelle Salle

Protein or Moisture? Learn What Your Curls Need

Protein or Moisture? Learn What Your Curls Need

9 minutes read | Sharley Butcher

What Causes Excessive Hair Shedding?

What Causes Excessive Hair Shedding?

5 minutes read | Sharley Butcher

Everything You Need to Know About Hair Texture

Everything You Need to Know About Hair Texture

7 minutes read | Gena Marie

Hair Density 101

Hair Density 101

7 minutes read | Gena Marie

Top tips to identify and care for Type 3 Hair

Top tips to identify and care for Type 3 Hair

Type 3 curls are the most common curl texture. Learn how to recognize it, care for it and enhance this pattern.

5 minutes read | Gaia Tonanzi

The Truth about Gel Cast: Why Crunchy Curls are NOT Bad

The Truth about Gel Cast: Why Crunchy Curls are NOT Bad

Nobody likes crunchy curls, but that's the key to prevent frizz & help your style last. Did you know that feeling is only temporary?

8 minutes read | Gena Marie

Top tips to identify and care for Type 4 Hair

Top tips to identify and care for Type 4 Hair

Type 4 coils are the tightest curl texture. Learn how to recognize it, care for it and enhance this pattern.

7 minutes read | Gaia Tonanzi

Top tips to identify and care for Type 2 Hair

Top tips to identify and care for Type 2 Hair

Type 2 waves are the loosest curl texture. Learn how to recognize it, care for it and enhance this pattern.

7 minutes read | Gaia Tonanzi

identify your curly hair type to know how best to care for your curls

What's Your Curly Hair Type?

Are you wavy, curly or coily? Understanding what type of curls you have is the first step on your journey to embrace your natural hair.

8 minutes read | Ellen Hill

How Often Should You Wash Your Hair?

How Often Should You Wash Your Hair?

Is washing your hair every day bad? What about just once a month? Everything depends on your hair type and lifestyle!

8 minutes read | Sharley Butcher

The Ultimate Guide to Wavy Hair

The Ultimate Guide to Wavy Hair

Wavy hair is the loosest of the curl types. It is often treated just like straight hair that misbehaves, but we're here to change this! 

7 minutes read | Sharley Butcher

Ultimate Guide to Curly Hair

Ultimate Guide to Curly Hair

Curly hair is the most variable of the curl types. It is particularly prone to frizz but can be defined following a few tips and tricks.

6 minutes read | Gaia Tonanzi

how to care for coily hair type

The Ultimate Guide to Coily Hair

Coily hair is the tightest of the curl types. It can come in very tight coils, a z-shaped pattern or a mixture of the two.

6 minutes read | Sharley Butcher

identity your hair porosity to find what products your curls need

How to Identify Your Hair Porosity

Hair porosity is the hair’s ability to absorb & hold water. We guide you through the 3 main types & explain how you can test...

7 minutes read | Sharley Butcher

establish a proper low porosity hair routine to help care for your curls

Low Porosity Hair: Characteristics & Care Tips

Discover what low porosity hair is, how you can identify it, & the best ways to care for this hair type. Our ultimate guide walks...

6 minutes read | Ellen Hill

Everything you Need to Know about Medium Porosity Hair

Everything you Need to Know about Medium Porosity Hair

What is medium porosity hair, do you have it, & which products are best to care for this hair type? Our master guide tells all....

4 minutes read | Gaia Tonanzi

establish a proper high porosity hair routine to help care for your curls

High Porosity Hair: Characteristics & How to Care

We expertly explain what it is, tell you how to test for it, as well as share essential haircare tips on managing this hair type....

6 minutes read | Ellen Hill

Protein Moisture Balance 101

Protein Moisture Balance 101

Your protein moisture balance can have a big impact on how your hair behaves. Ensuring yours is in check will help you achieve your hair...

3 minutes read | Sharley Butcher

What to do if you’re in Protein Overload

What to do if you’re in Protein Overload

Protein overload can cause hair to become brittle & dull. Understand the signs & symptoms, & how you can fix your hair overloaded with protein...

3 minutes read | Gaia Tonanzi

What to Do if you’re in Moisture Overload

What to Do if you’re in Moisture Overload

Moisture overload can cause hair to feel mushy, limp, & curls struggle to hold shape. Understand tell-tale signs & see how you can rejuvenate your...

3 minutes read | Gaia Tonanzi