Hair

As women of color, we have struggled for decades to find just the right products to make our hair healthy, shiny and beautiful. Whether you choose to wear your hair natural, pressed, relaxed, braided, in cornrows, or with extensions, keeping…
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You walk into a room and someone asks, “Did the snow start already?” You think to yourself, it’s cold outside but there wasn’t snow, why would they ask me that? You look in the mirror and instantly you want to…
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Hair is a very important part of a person. It’s used in many ways, to protect your scalp from the sun and to absorb things, like unwanted scents and oils. In the following paragraphs I have put together some tips…
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You check yourself in the mirror and are horrified to see the frizzy mess that was once your perfect coiffure. The summer humidity is not friendly to hair that is prone to frizz, however certain steps can give you that…
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Apple Cider Vinegar for Hair Growth Apple cider vinegar (ACV) is replete with nutrients that will balance the pH of your scalp.  ACV can help to remove dead skin cells that clog follicles and retard the hair’s ability to grow;…
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From sun damage to blow dryer damage to a myriad of heating appliances, everyone knows that heat is not good for your hair. But why is heat so bad for hair?  Experts have done many studies on the effects of…
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I’m so glad this topic has come up. I am a bit of an expert when it comes to coloring my hair hair at home as I have been doing it for a long time now. When I was about…
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When it comes to coloring hair, even professional stylists sometimes have a hard time knowing when to say when.  Hair dyes have become much safer and more gentle over the decades, but even with advances in chemistry and science, there…
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There are many good reasons not to dye your hair just because it is going gray. The possible nasty chemical reactions, the expense of regular salon treatments and the inconvenience of having to keep dyed hair in good condition are…
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Let’s say you accidently dyed your hair the totally wrong color and you feel so odd and awkward and you have no idea where to turn for a good hair color fixing. Well you actually have many options at your…
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When it comes to dyeing our hair, we do it for many different reasons. Because we might be going grey, we may dislike our natural hair colour or maybe we just want a change. Whatever the reasons is, there are…
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It is a great feeling when you colour your hair and you are pleased with the result. Your hair looks shiny, vibrant and healthy. But if it is not properly taken care of then hair colour can start to fade very quickly….
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Sometimes, people want to go that extra mile when it comes to hair styling and hair coloring. Some individuals would love to have their hair in a more artificial color, such as a bright yellow, a lime green, even neon…
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When considering coloring your hair at home, the first thing you need to do is decide on a color. Are you blonde wanting to go darker? Are you a brunette wanting golden locks? Once you’ve chosen a color, make sure…
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It’s common knowledge that changing your hair color, regardless if you do it at home or a have a salon do it, is damaging to your hair I know. I’ve been a fanatic with changing my hair color, often. Bouncing…
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Through the years women and men alike have searched for ways to enhance their appearance. One of the most common ways of altering and enhancing appearances is hair coloring. Whether to cover up those pesky grey roots or simply because…
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There are three options for getting black dye out of your hair and only one is relatively risk free. The first option is to let your hair grow out, which could take six-eight months if your hair grows one half…
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Highlights are a great way to create a new look without a complete change of color or a dramatic cut. The Process: Your hair is with you 24/7, so it’s worth taking a little time to decide on a style…
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So many people are not happy with their hair color and want to spice it up a bit and mix it up with something totally shocking and new, or maybe just a few shades darker or lighter for a subtle…
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Coloring your hair at home is basically simple if you plainly follow the directions. Whether you get your hair color from a supply store or a department store, they all pretty much work the same way. There are usually two…
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Your hair can be a crowning glory to you, adding a touch of elegance by a change of style or even by adding a new shade of color, an opportunity to glamorize yourself with little effort. Highlighting your hair is…
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Since you have decided to color your hair at home, you should know that nearly 40% of those who enhance their appearance by coloring their hair do so at home.  It is not a difficult process and there are many…
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So you have decided to dye your hair blue. Or pink, purple, orange, green, red or whatever other color you can think of. Congratulations for going outside of the norm. It is just hair after all, and if you really…
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While hair dyes go in and out of style at the speed of light, platinum blonde is a pretty timeless look. Because so many people reach for the hair bleach, it is important to understand the basics of hair bleaching….
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What to do when coloring your hair blonde turns it orange So you decided that you were bored with your brown hair. Maybe you thought your color was a little dull, or maybe it was just time for a change….
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Ideally, dyeing your hair should be a fun and rewarding experience. However, the entire process can become stressful and chaotic for some people. There are certain precautions that you can take to prevent your experience from going awry. Following are…
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These tips are for touching up the roots, not full head coloring although some of these ideas may also apply to whole head coloring at home. Choose the color that best matches your current color if you are doing the…
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Coloring your hair at home can be a nightmare! Trying to correct it can be even worse! Not to mention, quite pricey. Always at least talk to a professional before you venture to the drugstore! Color can always be fixed,…
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A vintage cheese starts its life with very little taste . As it matures the taste improves and it becomes sharp on the tongue and brittle. If you look there will be the tell tales signs of aging.The cheese will…
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Visions of blonde bouncing in your head and the actual orange locks that appear in the mirror can leave you frustrated. Achieving a head full of lustrous, golden tresses is not easy to accomplish or maintain. Unless your hair color…
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