CurlReading / Super Kinky

My-Cherie: Cruelty Free . . . the World Needs Me

I was fortunate to see that most of my products I use say “No animal testing.” My rose water, my Jason’s toothpaste, my Lush grapefruit toner, my Thai Crystal deodorant and of course all my Paul Mitchell products.

Naturally Speaking: Editor Was Stuck on Stupid

In June, the Glamour staffer, Ashley Baker, made inappropriate remarks about the afro hairstyle and dreadlocks during a gathering of female lawyers in New York. Her comments sparked a controversy that continued for months and led to her resignation from the magazine.

Honeymoon Hair Blues

After careful consideration and deep meditation about how to wear my hair on my European honeymoon, I decided to go with the flow and just keep my fro.

Naturally Speaking: Whatever Nappened to… BEN “Fear the ‘Fro” WALLACE?

During his glory days as a Detroit Piston, Wallace’s Afro was as intimidating as his awesome moves on the court.

My-Cherie: Don’t Tell Me How to Wear My Hair!

The way you choose to wear your hair has nothing to do with your ability to perform your job. You are supposed to be hired and promoted based on your talent and qualifications.

Naturally Speaking: Nappies at NABJ

I saw so many journalists wearing natural and African-inspired hairstyles. The conference was crawling with nappy-headed newsmakers! It was more than I had ever seen at any conference in the 32-year history of the organization.

Ask the Expert: Diane Da Costa

he tight curl or coil is a very challenging texture. Actually, to create and keep the curly look requires a little more effort with styling. You should try the twist out or coily twist out to achieve a more semi-permanent curl pattern which last about two weeks.

Naturally Speaking: A Reader Takes Me to Task

Personally, I have no problem with anyone using the nappy word to describe the texture of my hair. That’s what it is. I don’t consider it a bad thing.

Ask the Expert: Titi Branch

I have researched wave nouveau and silkening (or mild relaxing). I am looking for the best way I can rock full curls and manage it on a day-to-day basis. If I were to go the “silkening route” would my hair eventually become straight?

Ask the Expert: Titi Branch

The differences between silkening and texturizing are simple: the results.