In October 2022, I started my platelet-rich plasma, or PRP, journey to help regrow my edges that were thinned out badly due to stress, covid, and a tight weave. After three sessions, spaced a month apart, I experienced significant hair…
No BS Beauty:Is the Dyson Airstrait worth it for natural hair?
When Dyson released the Airstrait in 2023, I was immediately intrigued. The Dyson Airstrait straightener takes hair from wet to dry without the use of hot plates, but with air and unheated tension bars. The tool combines “two steps in…
How much should you tip your braider? A guide
Getting your hair braided is an investment – you’re paying for time, expertise, and a gorgeous, long lasting outcome. It’s no secret that knotless braids and more intricate styles like boho or goddess braids can be expensive. The recent debate…
How to wash box braids and make them last without damaging your hair
Knotless box braids can be expensive. I live in New York City, so I treat getting my hair done as an investment. If I can make a silk press last a month, I’m definitely going to stretch the life of…
Why I prefer goddess braids over boho braids
Boho braids, goddess braids, gypsy braids, Zoe Kravitz braids. These are some of the trendiest styles of box braids right now and often, the names are all used interchangeably. Boho braids, characterized by effortlessly cool loose pieces throughout, are arguably…
Why I’m excited for Beyoncé’s haircare line
Beyoncé finally has a haircare line and as someone who is always extremely skeptical when a celebrity forays into hair or skincare, I have to admit I’m very excited to try Queen Bey’s products. The line, Cécred, is launching with…
The best clarifying shampoo for natural hair is less than $15
I have to wash my hair at least once a week. Between hot yoga, gel, refreshing and re-moisturizing my curls, and being on the New York City subway, by Day 5, my hair and scalp are begging to be washed….
How to get past a hair growth plateau
I’m in a bit of a hair rut. Between moving, settling into my new apartment, and changing teams at work, I’ve definitely been stressed and not on top of my haircare. This has led me to hit a hair growth…
You can bring your natural hair to my event
“Don’t bring your natural hair to my event!” Those sentiments, expressed by Nigerian entrepreneur and content creator Oluwabusayo Victoria Abiri on the Bhad and Boujee podcast, echoed a “rule” that is known in the Black community the world over. “If…
Let’s talk about the price of box braids
It was 2020, the depths of the pandemic, when I decided to try doing box braids on myself. New York City was under lock down, salons were closed, and all the braiders I knew weren’t doing home appointments. After watching…
All my favorite gels have this ingredient in common
I’ve tried a lot of gels. A LOT. When I first went natural, I followed what all the popular YouTubers were using, which was EcoStyler and Wet Line. My hair never agreed with either — they always left my hair…
Dos and Don’ts of boho braids
Boho braids are one of the most beautiful braided hairstyles. If you want to switch it up from your usual knotless braids, the effortlessly messy yet glamorous look of bohemian braids may be what you’re looking for. However, these braids…