Texture Tales: Ciara on Empowering Others By Embracing Her Curls

“It warms my heart to see others embracing their God given beauty. That’s what this journey is all about.” – @blessedcurls_

September 3, 2019

Does Race Affect How We Talk About Our Natural Hair?

The natural hair movement has progressed – does the conversation around it empower ALL women to embrace their natural hair texture?

September 3, 2019

Is Procter and Gamble Woke Now?

This talk isn’t about birds or bees, but it IS important.

September 3, 2019

When Your Curl Envy Becomes Dangerous and Unhealthy

You know someone with a hair bias–now what? Are we doing enough to help those in our community overcome their curl envy, or are we contributing to it?

September 3, 2019

I Took a Hair Bias Test and This is What Happened

“Embracing the real texture of my hair seems to require something more–challenging the deeply embedded,” says Alexis McGill Johnson of Perception Institute.

September 3, 2019

#BlackGirlMagic in the Fashion Industry: Where is the Inclusion?

How do we practice inclusion in a society that only wants to utilize the “cool” parts of us, but never the whole?

September 3, 2019

How I Figured Out I Have Type 3c Hair (And How to Care For It)

Regardless of which stage you are at in your healthy hair journey, learning your texture type can make a huge difference in your hair care and maintenance routine.

September 3, 2019

What Would Happen If You Went a Week Without Hair Product?

Naked hair: does it benefit your natural texture?

September 3, 2019

Your Hair Isn't Straight and Frizzy–It's Naturally Wavy

When deciding your hair type, there are different factors, not just curl pattern.

September 3, 2019

Is Natural Hair Becoming Too Mainstream?

If I see another “mini bun” tutorial–you mean, Bantu knots?

September 3, 2019

2016 Is The Year Of Letting Go (And It Starts With Your Hair)

For many women, big chopping is about the personal journey. Mel Burgos chopped her curls for the 2nd time. “Ultimately I was transitioning as a person.”

September 3, 2019

Curl Crush of the Week: Crystal (Style Dose)

I don’t texture type. It doesn’t matter to me if a product is meant for a certain curl pattern, I am still going to try it for myself.

September 3, 2019

The Fashion Industry Didn't Influence This Model's Decision To Transition To Natural

“With the condition of my hair deteriorating, [transitioning] was the right choice. It happened to be at a time when it’s becoming accepted in the industry… “

September 3, 2019

The Natural Hair Movement Helped Me Love Myself (And My Community)

My natural hair is proof of my ability to withstand many trials and testaments: recognition of strength, acceptance of self, movement towards growth.

September 3, 2019

8 Reasons Going to a Natural Hair Meetup in 2016 is A Good Idea

It feels great to bond with those who can relate to your natural hair journey in person and not just online.

September 3, 2019

"I Have Curly AND Wavy Hair. Is That Possible?"

These community members aren’t sure if it’s possible to have multiple curl patterns.

September 3, 2019

5 Best Ingredients for Coarse Natural Hair

These 5 ingredients and products will work for your coarse hair’s worst problems.

September 3, 2019

Afroista Tells Us What It's Like Being A Textured Hair Model

“I love looking around the room and seeing so many afro-textured women of various textures and colors.”

September 3, 2019

5 Things I'm Trying In 2016

New year, new me? This is what I’m thinking of doing next.

September 3, 2019

My Pre-Shampoo Natural Hair Routine

This is how I prepare my hair for washing with my own DIY mix of oils and a detangling brush.

September 3, 2019