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The boundless benefits of apple cider vinegar are well known, but do you know why this ingredient is so effective?
To understand the science behind why our naturally curly, textured hair loves apple cider vinegar, NaturallyCurly + Cantu sought out the expertise of your favorite curly scientist: Sister Scientist!
Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar with Sister Scientist
The new Refresh collection by Cantu features apple cider vinegar infused Holy Grails that your scalp and hair will soak up.
The 3-part collection is great for short and long hair curlies and coilies, in-between wash day naturalistas, and protective style enthusiasts!
The reasons are clear: The Dry Co-Wash acts as a shampoo and a conditioner in one while absorbing excess oils that weigh your hair down. Root Relief and Root Rinse are both perfect for the protective style wearer who needs to keep her scalp moisturized and free from the flaking or irritation.
The greatest benefit of the Refresh collection is that there are no harmful ingredients in the formula, so no mineral oil, sulfates, parabens, silicones, phthalates, gluten, paraffin or propylene will hinder your natural hair growth!
What do you like best about apple cider vinegar for your hair?
Tell me in the comments below, and as ever, stay curly!
No matter if you two-strand, Bantu, or flexi-rod those curls, you will always and forever need moisture to get the perfect twist out. That is why you need to know these 3 products by Design Essentials, each of which contains the emollients your curls need to be soft, smooth, free from frizz, and prepped for styling.
You have the right tools. Learn how to use them with the following blueprint for twist out success!
3 Steps to Get the Perfect Twist Out
Step 1 – Clean curls + Healthy scalp
Activated by water and your fingertips, the Design Essentials Natural Almond & Avocado Nourishing Co-Wash will help you maintain a healthy scalp which is the base you need to start with for the perfect twist out. This an emollient-rich cleanser that thoroughly removes product buildup from naturally curly and textured hair. It will also moisturize your hair with avocado and sweet almond oils while saving you up to 30 minutes of detangling and styling time.
BONUS: Proper detangling takes practice and a gentle touch. Follow along with the ladies of NaturallyCurly.com in the video below on any given wash day!
Step 2 – Hydration + easy styling
Now that your curls are clean, detangled, and moisturized, you will need to add hydration properties to set your two-strand or flat twists. That’s why the hydrating styler Design Essentials Natural Almond & Avocado Curling Crème is perfect for naturally curly hair.
Since curls are prone to frizz, especially in humid climates, it is important to set your twists with this creme. It is formulated with humectants such as glycerin and propylene glycol – both of which will attract water to your curls to keep them thoroughly hydrated all day, no matter the weather.
To reap the most benefit, apply equal amounts of the Almond & Avocado Curling Crème to sectioned hair. Moving from section to section, set your curls into twists or flexi-rod sets. Depending on your personal preference, you can set your hair into tried and true two-strand twists, flat twists, or Bantu knots. For inspiration, watch how easy it is to twist your curls for the perfect twist out.
You’re all twisted up and ready to go! For curlies that have the time (and patience”>, let the twists air dry. If you need a cute look sooner than later, set your twists with a diffuser.
BONUS: For a twist out that lasts past the second day, let the twists air dry and rock them either as is or under a scarf/wig/cute hat because the longer the twists stay in, the longer your twist out will last!
Step 3 – Defined Curls with a Twist!
One of the top concerns for those of us with naturally curly and textured hair is even after all the hard work of cleansing and setting, we only get lackluster styles devoid of shine and luminosity. That’s a thing of the past, especially for those with highly textured hair.
The Design Essentials Natural Almond & Avocado Curl Control & Shine Mist works overtime for all texture types to provide frizz protection and natural sheen to curls. If you’re on the less textured end of the spectrum, you will benefit from the mist post-twist out by simply spraying this formula onto your style-set, dry curls.
For those with more texture, you will benefit from adding the Almond & Avocado Curl Control & Shine Mist to Step 2 (see above”> of your styling routine! To get the shine your texture needs, add the mist before twist-setting your curls!
Your perfect twist out is one moisture-boost away!
When you want a stylish ‘do that is also healthy for your curls, Design Essentials has the moisture-rich, super hydrating hair care products and stylers you need.
You can find these Design Essentials products at Sally Beauty.
Tell us, how do you get the perfect twist out?
If you’d like to share your #DesignEssentials Perfect Twist Out selfie on StyleNook, you can post it here.
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There’s a new hair mask in town and it has your name written all over it!
The scientists at BioCare Labs have created your new favorite hair mask! The Curls & Naturals Conditioning Repair Mask promises to repair damaged naturally curly and textured hair while adding moisturizing benefits that can’t be beat! Infused with the curly girl’s favorite ingredients -shea butter, natural honey, and argan oil- your curls and tight coils will find new life and hair growth with this deep conditioner that you’ll want to use every week!
For those of you that need extra moisture and a heavy dose of reparative treatment, this hair mask will be your new best friend!
Apply a generous amount of it to wet curls and work it into your hair strands, making sure to gently massage the conditioner into your curls. The goal is staturation, so definitely take time to ensure full curl coverage!
Leave the conditioner in for at least 5 minutes. For a deeper treatment, apply the conditioner to your hair, place a plastic cap over your curls, and sit under a low heat dryer for up to 15 minutes. Rinse your curls afterward and apply your favorite leave-in for complete moisture – I recommend keeping it in the formula-family with Curls & Naturals Leave-In Conditioner!
The most exciting thing about this deep conditioning repair mask: it is from of the things us curlies and coilies have no time for > Sulfates, Paraben, Dye, Mineral Oil, DEA & TEA.
If you’re ready to try the hair mask right now, I can’t blame you. In fact, I encourage you to do yourself a solid and get the goods now by clicking over to SHOP NaturallyCurly to purchase the Curls & Naturals Conditioning Repair Mask today!
But of course, I would be a terrible curl friend if I did give you low down over our GIVEAWAY!!! Get the details below, hunty!
Enter the BioCare Labs Curls & Naturals Conditioning Repair Mask Giveaway right now!!!
5 lucky winners will win the BioCare Labs Curls & Naturals Conditioning Repair Mask. All you have to do is leave a comment below telling us why you want to win!
Want to try it? Visit SHOP NaturallyCurly now to buy it online.
This giveaway ends Monday, April 24, 2017 and is open to U.S. residents only, as per our Terms and Conditions.
*Please make sure you have liked us on Instagram and Facebook, so that we can notify you if you’ve won!
As ever, stay curly!
Lazy naturals, product junkies, curly girls of the world everywhere rejoice!
EDEN BodyWorks has created the perfect combo product for those of us who are way too busy to grab a wide tooth comb, part that middle section of wet curls, and delve into the deep arm burn that comes with early morning wash and go styling! Feel free to yell out “Yassssss, Queen!” at any given moment today because this is our time to get penetrating moisture for our curls while slathering our skin with emollient-rich body butter.
Why you’ll love this newness from the queens of awesome ingredients:
- Hydration for days
- Soothing formula
- Citrus scent that wears well with your favorite fragrances
- and the list just goes on and on and on ’til the break of dawn (and beyond your work break!”>
Be like Evelyn from the Internets and get your glow up!
And, yes we did use this in our curls!
Evelyn set her twists with this luscious butter and wrapped them for a super luxurious moisture treatment. See her final on-the-go style on the NaturallyCurly Instagram (you can enter the giveaway there, too!!!”>. I use it the same way and woke up with super soft coils! For wash and go styling, use a small amount in your hair and let it air dry. You’ll love how this lightweight butter hydrates your hair all day long.
You know that you want to try this, so what are you waiting for?
Enter the #EDENBodyWorks Citrus Fusion Giveaway right now!!!
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5 lucky winners will win their own EDEN BodyWorks Citrus Fusion Hair and Body Butter. All you have to do is comment below telling us why you want to win!
Want to try it? Visit SHOP NaturallyCurly now to buy it online.
This giveaway ends Wednesday, April 5, 2017 and is open to U.S. residents only, as per our Terms and Conditions.
*Please make sure you have liked us on Instagram and Facebook, so that we can notify you if you’ve won.
As ever, stay curly!
If you answered, “No” then, you should!
According to our very own NaturallyCurly trusted texture typing system, “High porosity hair has gaps and holes in the cuticle, which let too much moisture into your hair and leave it prone to frizz and tangling in humid weather. Even simple acts such as bathing, swimming, and shampooing can create more damage and breakage due to the sheer amount of moisture highly porous hair can absorb.”
Yikes!
These facts are not something that wavies, curlies, and coilies take lightly. In fact, we have all been trying to figure out how to find that one catch-all ingredient that does one thing and one thing only: Get these curls right!What if I told you that all of us in the community have already stumbled upon the one catch-all ingredient that does this for nearly every curl pattern and texture type? That’s right, my fellow curl friends. Apple cider vinegar, a household salad dressing, entree additive, and in-a-pinch all-natural window cleaner has been giving our curls the TLC they need for years. Now, Cantu has given you an entire hair care system based on our community’s favorite natural ingredient!
Do you still need convincing to use apple cider vinegar on your high porosity natural hair and textured curls?
The beauty of apple cider vinegar is that it smooths the hair cuticle, making curls that are prone to frizz more receptive to styling that lasts longer. What’s even better? It’s going to work for you based on your specific curl and/or scalp concerns.* According to natural hair expert and mom-on-the-go Michelle Thames for CurlyNikki.com, there are several benefits of this powerful ingredient including product buildup removal, hair loss prevention, and itchy scalp and dandruff relief.
Now what kind of a curl friend would I be if I simply hoarded an entire new hair care system by Cantu Beauty? A terrible one!That’s why I’m giving away the entire Cantu Beauty Refresh Apple Cider Vinegar collection to your Holy Grail #myCantu collection!
*Keep in mind: all wavy, curly, and coily women are created uniquely; consult with our texture typing page to determine which of the #myCantu Refresh Apple CiderVineagar products work best for your specific curl concern!
Enter the new #myCantu Refresh Apple Cider Vinegar Collection Giveaway Now!
When
March 28, 2017 to March 30, 2017Prize
5 lucky winners will receive:- Cantu Apple Cider Vinegar Root Rinse
- Cantu Apple Cider Vinegar Scalp Relief
- Cantu Apple Cider Vinegar Dry Co-Wash
To enter, comment below telling us why you’d like to win the new #myCantu Refresh Apple Cider Vinegar Collection!
This giveaway is open to U.S. residents only, as per our Terms and Conditions.
Please make sure you have liked us on Facebook, so that when we can notify you if you’ve won.
BONUS: A box braid installation video by Cantu Beauty Global Stylist Maria Antoinette using her favorite Cantu Beauty products! More videos featuring the new ACV line are coming soon!
To purchase this new line and other community favorites from Cantu, visit SHOP NaturallyCurly today!
As ever, stay curly!
Do you know Maria Antoinette?
In addition to being one of the most influential natural hair experts in our community, Maria Antoinette is the Cantu Beauty Global Stylist and a prime example of a go-getter! In our last installment of the NaturallyCurly + CVS Pharmacy Who Run the World? Curls! series for Women’s History Month 2017, we are featuring this amazing woman and her natural hair and beauty expertise.
In this exclusive interview, you will learn all about Maria Antoinette, from her passions to what she puts in that amazing ‘fro!
Who is Maria Antoinette?
“I am Cantu’s Global Stylist. I travel the world educating and encouraging people, through workshops and social media, on how to use Cantu products to achieve and maintain healthy hair.”
What education do you provide to the curious natural hair consumer?
“Dry scalp affects us all. The Apple Cider Vinegar Root Rinse is a great way to soothe the scalp from itching and irritation, often linked to dry scalp. Cantu removed the guessing game for all of us at home chemist. Their formula not only deeply cleans it moisturize and smells divine, so you can use the ACV root rinse as your cleanser and go straight into conditioning. Win win! Another product from the Cantu Refresh line that is amazing for scalp health is the Apple Cider Vinegar Root Relief the cool thing about this product is it doesn’t have to be rinsed out. Ideal for use in-between shampoos, as well as scalp health during your protective styles.”
When naturalistas inquire about maintaining their curls, what do they tend to focus on the most?
“The biggest question I get about my hair is how do I keep it while working out. For me I love keeping my hair braided down, the braids solve the hair part of the aftermath a work out leave on your head and my Cantu Apple Cider Vinegar Root Relief handles the rest. The Apple Cider Vinegar Root Relief is perfect when it comes to refreshing your scalp. Moisture on the scalp from sweat and product build up fosters the ideal place for bacteria to grow. The ACV is known to bring the scalp and hair back to ph balance and combats all bacteria and sebum, without leaving you with that stripped dry feeling hair or scalp. It is a major player in my overall hair and scalp health.”
We want to know: Who has influenced you, personally and professionally?
“Rosa Parks. She taught me that standing up for yourself was possible and she taught a nation that when we come together change can happen.”
Your influence in the natural hair community is powerful. How do you stay so inspirational?
“The biggest hurdle in achieving goals would be confidence. As women, we are often lacking in that department. I always tell myself and others, start with a small goal…accomplish it and make another small goal. By the time you get through a few of those goals your confidence and ability to see it grows and so do your goals. What once seemed like a huge goal now will seem small. Life is all about progression best bet is to just start and learn as you go.”How can women who want to own their own business, become licensed professionals, and lead their own path to make an impact in the natural hair category?
“1. Be an ORIGINAL, you have to be different. You can’t come into this space and copy what someone else does. 2. Your hair might open the door but you have to have some substance to get you through it. Also, know that you might start with hair and it might take you down a path uncharted.”
Want more curl boss inspiration? Have questions to ask this leader of the natural hair pack?
Great! Share your thoughts and ask questions below.
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If you’ve ever wondered…..
From covering grays to enhancing your curls with color, NaturallyCurly + Bigen (pronounced “bee·gn” or “be·ghen””> understand that hair dye and color techniques face icky myths. That’s why I asked Bigen to dispel a few of them in this post so that you can color your curls with confidence!
MYTH #1: All permanent hair dyes, including Bigen Powder, damage hair.
Most general permanent hair dyes have a lifting and depositing function; that is, they remove natural melanin present in your hair, then adds back artificial colorants. This lifting function is primarily where the damage happens.
Unlike the aforementioned hair dye type, Bigen is a deposit-only hair dye that uses water to open up your cuticles for adding color. It does not require hydrogen peroxide and is designed without the function for lightening your hair, which is often unnecessary for those who simply want to cover grays, achieve darker shades, and/or restore fade. This makes coloring your grays safer than most dye products and it won’t damage your hair.
MYTH #2: All permanent hair dyes have a nasty odor.
Since it’s free of ammonia, a nasty-smelling dye is not a part of the Bigen formula.
BONUS FACT: Lack of ammonia is not exactly related to the product being gentle on hair or causing damage. Many people misunderstand that ammonia-free equals damage free, but it actually only serves to eliminate unwanted odor in hair dye products. This is true for non-Bigen products as well!
MYTH #3: Bigen Permanent Powder is made of henna.
It’s a common misconception that all powdered hair dyes come from henna. Bigen Permanent Powder does not contain any henna; this plant-derived ingredient source only comes in a reddish tint, and simply does not perform to do what Bigen does best – offer permanent, full gray coverage for those with naturally black and brown hair.
MYTH #4: Hair is hair, regardless of where it’s growing; I can use permanent hair dyes to color any hair on my body.
Most hair dye products, including Bigen Permanent Powder, have been designed exclusively to color the hair on your head. Hair dyes often come in contact with the skin. Skin sensitivity varies across different parts of the body; this is why you shouldn’t use hair dye on other parts of the body unless the product specifically has been assessed for and labeled as safe for such use.
To dye hair like eyelashes or the eyebrows is simply too dangerous given its proximity to your eyes!
Always read the cautionary statements on your products to make sure you are using them only as intended.
MYTH #5: Hair dyes use synthetic colorants – therefore, they cause allergies and are unsafe.
People can be allergic to commonly used products and ingredients, both natural and man-made. Regardless of their origin, substances have the potential to produce an allergic reaction in certain individuals, but not on others. Peanuts, a wholly natural plant food source, is a delicious source of nutrition for some, and a fatal allergen for others. Synthetic preservatives can protect products from dangerous bacteria to ensure safety, but again can also be a potential allergen for others.
Long story short, our world and bodies are way too complicated to simplify under the common assumption, that ‘natural is safe and synthetic is dangerous.” It also doesn’t help to simplify synthetic as a synonym to chemical and antonym to natural; from a technical point of view, all substances are composed of chemical compounds. Vitamin C, a natural nutrition found in abundance in lemons, is comprised of chemical compounds carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen (C6H8O6″>.
The best way to ensure your health and safety is to read and follow all instructions for safe use, including the 48-hour patch test procedure. This applies to all hair dye products out there and is not unique to Bigen.
HOW TO CONDUCT YOUR SKIN TEST AT HOME:
MYTH #6: I have always used hair dyes, so I will always be able to use hair dyes.
What complicates matters even further in addition to the Myth #5, is the fact that you can develop allergies suddenly at any point in time; many of those who had been perfectly fine as a child may suddenly experience hay fever (allergy to pollen”> as an adult. This is why a 48-hour patch test is required each time before you color your hair, regardless of previous results.
Unfortunately, once you develop allergies to a particular substance, you are permanently allergic to it.
What people often don’t realize is the fact that the majority of permanent hair dyes across various brands share the common colorant p-phenylenediamine. Consequently, once you develop allergies to hair dyes, switching brands most likely will not resolve the matter; moreover, continued exposure can worsen your symptoms over time so if you ever experience an adverse reaction, it’s important to stop use immediately and to consult a dermatologist for formal diagnosis and advice.
Are there myths Bigen didn’t address that you have questions about? Let them know!!! How? Leave a comment, curly!
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Hibiscus has been linked to hair loss prevention and frizz reduction!
One of the top concerns across all hair types and curl patterns is hair loss. Women with natural, textured curls and coils are exposed to a milieu of unique hair and scalp issues that fall under this major concern of loss. The curl experts at Fantasia completely understand this. In response to our natural hair issues, these experts formulated an entire line of products for naturalistas that focuses on hair loss prevention, healthy scalp maintenance, and more.
This formulation included the addition of one of nature’s most powerful plants: Hibiscus rosa-sinensis. To heighten the power of pH balancing hibiscus oil, Fantasia left out silicones, parabens, and sulfates so that all us curlies and coiles can experience frizz free, shiny, springy, and moisturized hair!
Although hibiscus flowers make good for delicious teas and relaxing aromatherapy experiences, did you know that they are among the best natural ingredients on the planet for natural hair loss prevention and growth?
It is also known as a healthy hair oil that eliminates dry hair strands, itching scalp, and split ends. This is because it is an emollient designed by nature to keep hair and skin thoroughly moisturized. It is no wonder why hibiscus is one of many hero ingredients in the Fantasia Curly & Coily Curl Activator Cream and the Fantasia Curl & Coily Leave-In Conditioner! These two moisture-rich products in the new Fantasia for Natural Hair Curly & Coily collection are going to be your new favorites.
Standing alongside your new favs are the Fantasia Curly & Coily Co-Wash, which features coconut and Jamaican black castor oils, and the Fantasia Curly & Coily Curl Custard, which boasts a hearty mix of coconut and argan oil. Sounds great, right? Well, that’s why we’re giving you the chance to try this remarkable product line that features this natural hair life-giving ingredient.
Enter the Fantasia for Natural Hair | Curly & Coily Community Giveaway Now!
When
March 20, 2017 to March 22, 2017
Prize
5 lucky winners will receive:- Fantasia Curly & Coily Curl Activator Cream
- Fantasia Curl & Coily Leave-In Conditioner
- Fantasia Curly & Coily Co-Wash
- Fantasia Curly & Coily Curl Custard
- Hair brush not included
How to win
Comment below telling us why you’d like to win!
This giveaway is open to U.S. residents only, as per our Terms and Conditions.
*Please make sure you have liked us on Facebook, so that when we can notify you if you’ve won.
BONUS FOR YOU (because you’re worth it, that’s why”>: A video review from a curly girl, just like you!
Subscribe to Lexa Rae’s YouTube Channel to see how to perform accurate length checks and for styling tips! [Disclaimer: Also, NaturallyCurly didn’t put Lexa Rae up to this… she just really likes this line… and we do, too!]
To purchase this new line of healthy hair growth products from Fantasia, visit SHOP NaturallyCurly today!
As ever, stay curly!
Becoming a leader in the beauty industry requires a balance of grace, panache, knowledge, and expert application. One woman in the natural hair care category has perfected this balancing act.
I believe that hair must start with a great foundation. -Alana Snowden
Inspired to push women with texture past their styling boundaries, Snowden joined the As I Am haircare team with the intent of educating women about general hair maintenance, styling, and product use. She describes the experience as, “My greatest achievement thus far in the natural hair care space. I love this opportunity and responsibility because it allows me to educate consumers and hairdressers globally.”
So how does one become a leader like Alana Snowden?
It starts with positive role models, mentors, and icons in the category.
“The women that have inspired me are Annie Malone and Sarah Breedlove (aka”> Madam C. J Walker,” Snowden says of her inspirations,”These women were pivotal in making historical moves in the Black hair care arena. They were entrepreneurs, educators, and philanthropists. I strive every day to add value to others and just not myself. These women were the epitome of this.”
Other ways Snowden keeps her attention laser-locked into what’s happening in the natural hair care category is by taking time out for self-care.
“I have a daily practice of reading something positive and journaling,” she explains, “I have a journal at my desk, I carry a journal while I am traveling, and I journal at home. This helps me to keep focus and check in on my goals. I am also a little obsessed with putting sticky notes of positive affirmations on my desktop and bathroom mirror.”
Self-written notes of encouragement? That’s definitely a tip we could all benefit from!
Holy Grail Recommendations from the Expert on Moisture and Frizz Control
To add moisture and fight frizz from the deepest level, cleansing and conditioning is important. -Alana Snowden
Being an expert in her field, Snowden’s career has been a decades-old journey in the making. As a professional hairdresser and educator, she understands that the key to educating consumers on moisture and frizz control is to get your hands in their hair! You can trust that her expertise led her to the following recommendations for your next Holy Grail purchase:
- As I Am Cleansing Pudding, a low-foam cleanser that adds moisture while removing flakes and oil from scalp.
- As I Am Coconut Co-wash, a favorite in the natural hair care community, is a no-foam conditioner designed for cleansing and maximizing hydration.
- As I Am Leave-In Conditioner is great for adding moisture to prepare hair for styling and most importantly, helps reduce the chance of styling product from flaking.
- As I Am Hydration Elation is the intensive conditioner that will add moisture and strength to the hair.
BONUS: When asked about her personal style, Snowden says, “Right now I am wearing my hair in a wash and go hairstyle. My Holy Grail of products that help me maintain my curls and define them include As I Am So Much Moisture because it is glycerin-infused to help attract and maintain moisture in my hair throughout the day. In addition to this, I use As I Am Curl Defining Jelly to define my tightly coiled hair without it feeling sticky.”
From Healthy Curls to Positive Lifestyle Practices… is there more advice for us NaturallyCurly community members?
Of course, there is! For all aspiring entrepreneurs in the hair care industry… or any industry for that matter, Alana Snowden offers this to us all:
“The biggest advice I can give to an aspiring entrepreneur or inventor that wants to change their passion for natural hair into a thriving business is that ‘Successful people do the things unsuccessful people aren’t willing to do.‘ I live by this in all aspects of my life. When things get challenging and I want to give up I remind myself of this and stay on course. There will be challenges and roadblocks, these things are designed to push you in the right direction. In every failure there is success!”
Don’t you just love that curl boss spirit?
Great! Share your thoughts, words of encouragement, questions about entrepreneurship in the comments section below.
Our NaturallyCurly and CVS Pharmacy’s Who Run the World? Curls! series for Women’s History Month 2017 features beauty industry trailblazers and their product innovations.
As a treat to you for being a member of our NaturallyCurly community, here’s a video featuring a delightful meditation on what it means to be a powerful woman.
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As ever, stay curly!
Dry, brittle, and breaking curls?
You need As I Am!
Bad hair days don’t have to be inevitable. If you have the right products, you will have more good curl days than bad ones. To prevent frowny faces and combat dry, brittle curls you will need natural hair care products that’s been tried and tested by women like you who have suffered through those rough curl days. Believe me; it’s tough to find reliable Holy Grail contenders!
That’s why I’m recommending a NaturallyCurly community favorite to you today! As I Am hair products are well known as the miracle workers in wavy, curly, and coily girls’ Holy Grails. There are several reasons for that. In this CVS Pharmacy sponsored post, you’ll find out how your dry curls need the As I Am Coil Defining Jelly and its sister products in your life.
Reason 1 – Softens dried out strands
If you’ve ever tried a gel that’s left your curls flakey and dried out, you need As I Am Curl Defining Jelly. The reason is in the product’s ingredients. Formulated with aloe vera, which is rich in emollients, this jelly forms a lightweight seal of the hair shaft to lock in hydration for premium moisture retention. This emollient-primed formulation is what makes hair soft and dry, dull curls a thing of the past.
Reason 2 – Keeps curls thoroughly hydrated
We’ve heard it a million times over: curly and textured hair needs hydration. Aren’t you lucky that the chemists at As I Am know this? They understand our frustration! That’s why their Curl Defining Jelly contains humectants that help keep hair hydrated throughout the day. This means that you won’t have to worry about your curls drying out or concocting your own midday refresher spray to bring to work. You’ll have shining, bouncing, enviable curls for hours and hours!
Reason 3 – Undeniable curl definition
As a Type 4 coily, I’m wildly skeptical of products that promise significant curl definition. Upon using the As I Am Coil Defining Jelly, I became an instant believer in its ability to get my coils in shape! This jelly will help your curls POP with definition and unbelievable shine. I’ve gotten so many compliments on my wash and go because this jelly has turned my shrinkage-prone coils into shiny, bouncy springs! I’m truly amazed by this jelly and am certain that you will be, too.
In order for this amazing jelly to give you the best curls of your life, keep in mind that you’ll need to start off with a strong base. That’s where the following bonus tips comes in handy.
Styling bonus & video: Use the jelly in partnership with the As I Am Twist Defining Cream for super cute and super soft twist outs.
Subscribe to Ebony’s Curly TV for more cool styles (don’t you just loooove her hair”>!
Curly Hair Maintenance BONUS TIP:
No matter what style you want to achieve, you’ll need to start with a clean scalp so grab As I Am Coconut CoWash Cleansing Conditioner. This cowash has been a favorite in our NaturallyCurly community for over three years and is still a top choice among our Editors. You’ll need to follow up with a rinse-out and leave-in conditioner. I recommend using the As I Am Detangling Conditioner, which contains cetyl alcohol that provides major slip for easy finger detangling and rinsing. Post-detangling, apply As I Am Leave-In Conditioner to your curls which also has slip-worthy properties in it that make the hair super soft and frizz free.
Want more As I Am in your life?
I’m so happy to share this testimonial and styling tips with you, but there’s much more to As I Am than its family of products. In my next article, I’m highlighting one of As I Am’s most valuable women, Director of Education Alana Snowden. Alana will share her achievements at As I Am and tips for how to best use the products we’ve all been eagerly putting in our Holy Grail collections!
This sponsored article is a part of NaturallyCurly and CVS Pharmacy’s Who Run the World? Curls! series for Women’s History Month 2017!
All month long, we are featuring beauty industry trailblazers and their product innovations that are changing the natural and textured hair category. Stay tuned!
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As ever, stay curly!
More than a healthy treat, blueberries offer us curlies benefits that go beyond nutritional value. CURLS Founder Mahisha Dellinger shares the benefits of blueberry extract for hair growth in this CVS Pharmacy sponsored post.
“We know that blueberries are a superfood for your body, but did you know that they are also a superfood for your hair,” Mahisha Dellinger explained when asked about the latest ingredient in her new Blueberry Bliss hair care collection, “Blueberry Extract is clinically proven to prevent breakage, repair damage, and encourage hair growth.”The proanthocyanidins, aka plant chemicals, in blueberries make them super powerful!
These plant chemicals stimulate hair follicles which can facilitate hair growth. In addition to this remarkable natural stimulant, blueberries have antioxidant benefits and flood your hair and skin with Vitamins A, B5, C, and E.
Yes, you can ingest blueberries for healthy hair growth, but there’s an easier way to get your natural, textured curls in prime shape. It starts with the new CURLS Blueberry Bliss collection. Simply follow this recommended maintenance and styling routine from Mahisha Dellinger that she uses regularly:
“After I wash and condition with the Blueberry Bliss Reparative Hair Wash & Mask, I apply the Curl Control Jelly. I also use the Hair Growth Oil to seal in the moisture using the LOC method.”
This combination will give you ravishing results, no matter your curl pattern or texture type.
Seriously – I tried this system on my hair!
The hair wash was incredibly gentle on my scalp which I really appreciate in a cleanser. As an avid user of the styling cream, I can assure you that a little of this blueberry concoction goes a long way for my low porosity 4C curls. And don’t get me started on the scent… yes, I smelled and felt like the name of the collection: Blueberry Bliss!
What I love the most about this new collection is that it has items for every texture type, has a frizz control formulation, and will actually stimulate hair follicles which will lead to hair growth. Phenomenal? Most definitely!
Mahisha Dellinger is the Founder of CURLS Beauty Brands. She is responsible for driving the direction of the company, from strategy to product creation and everything in between. As a leader in the natural hair care industry, Dellinger has studied the top concerns in our curly and textured hair community. To date, she’s focused on nutrition for healthy hair and has created a new collection, Blueberry Bliss, to help textured and curly women grow and maintain healthy hair.
Add the new, nutrient-packed CURLS Blueberry Bliss Collection created by Mahisha Dellinger to your Holy Grail today!
This sponsored article is a part of NaturallyCurly and CVS Pharmacy’s Who Run the World? Curls! series for Women’s History Month 2017! All month long, we are featuring beauty industry trailblazers and their product innovations that are changing the natural and textured hair category.
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As ever, stay curly!
Tired of buying deep conditioners that don’t work?
Believe me, Coily Girl – I feel you. It’s challenging to navigate online, virtual aisles to find the perfect deep conditioning mask for your curls, let alone one that doesn’t boast a high-dollar price tag. If the main deterrent to finding the best deep conditioning mask for your coils has been exorbitant product pricing, your worries are over!
So that you don’t have to break your bank on maybe-baby conditioners, I’ve tested several of them on your behalf. I’d like to share my favorite 4C coil-loving deep conditioning masks with you because I know how hard it is to find your perfect hair treatment.
Please keep in mind that this post is NOT sponsored. These are the deep conditioning masques that actually work for my 4C coils and I had to share my insights with you! So, enough about me – let’s get down to business!
4C Curl Love: Deep Conditioning Masks for Under $20
Every Strand Shea & Coconut Oil Deep Moisture Hair Masque
Okay… this is the masque that I had to talk myself out of using every day of the week. It’s still a struggle.
I’m crazy about the way the Every Strand Shea & Coconut Oil Deep Moisture Hair Masque loves on my coily hair. As a 4C, you know exactly how difficult it is to find the right combination of products that will give your curls ‘slip’ so when you find one that does, things can get a little out of hand. This is especially true for my coily girls that share in the low porosity struggle. Seriously. The struggle is aggressive.
So indulge your coils with this deep moisture hair masque because you’ll get the Every Strand promise of “silky, shiny, and seductive hair” for only $7.99!
SheaMoisture Mongongo & Hemp Seed Oils High Porosity Moisture-Seal Masque
Although the SheaMoisture Mongongo & Hemp Seed Oils Hight Porosity Moisture-Seal Masque wasn’t formulated for my specific porosity level, I didn’t let it stop me from trying the masque as a wash day deep treatment on my low porosity coils. As fortune would have it, my stubbornness paid off! Since my 4Cs get the most moisture from my shower-cap-covering-coils-for-thirty-minutes method, I figured I’d use this masque this way. After a cleanse and condition, I applied the masque, covered my curls for thirty minutes (yes, that’s a full episode of The Office”>, and let it soak into my strands.
When I washed the masque out, my curls were soft and perfectly primed for setting my curls for the work week’s Bantu Knot Out. I got sooooo many compliments on my hair that week *sigh* I need to get more of this stuff. You can get it right now for $12.99 by clicking the above product image!
Design Essentials Coconut & Monoi Deep Moisture Masque
What I love the most about this deep moisture masque, other than its delightful coconut scent, is that one of its key ingredients is Vitamin E. According to writer Aleya Bamda, “Vitamin E is an essential vitamin for healthy hair because it helps with blood circulation and leads to a healthier scalp.” Yes, coily! That means that your healthy scalp will be in prime condition to produce super soft, vitamin-nourished 4C coils. I really love setting my coils into two-strand twists after using this masque because it gives them that added layer of strength (you can really feel it after washing the masque out“>.
You can give your hair the VIP-deep conditioning treatment it deserves for $12.99 when you visit SHOP NaturallyCurly.
Jessicurl Deep Conditioning Treatment – Citrus Lavender
When I really began embracing my curls (after the umpteenth big chop”>, I wanted to make sure they were healthy and happy. However, the marketplace is inundated with so many options that I really didn’t know which product I should try first! Understanding my look of pure and utter frustration, NaturallyCurly Co-Founder Michelle Breyer recommended the Jessicurl Deep Conditioning Treatment… and when I say “recommended” I mean that she grabbed the bottle and RAVED about this conditioner’s merits. With that powerful introduction to this deep conditioner, I had no choice but to give it a try.
Yeah. Michelle was right. This stuff is legit.
Now, although it’s a deep conditioning treatment… I didn’t follow the instructions completely and used it as my daily leave-in for several months because it smells gooooooood, it keeps coils corkscrewed for days, and I just love it love it love it. I think that you will, too. You can grab a bottle from SHOP NaturallyCurly for $16.95 today. Don’t forget to tell me how you use it for your 4Cs: as a deep conditioning masque and/or a leave-in!
ApHogee Curlific! Texture Treatment
SHOP NaturallyCurly”>To finish up my list of favorites, I have to tell you about the ApHogee Curlific! Texture Treatment. This is the treatment that you will freak out about on a weekly basis and will cry over once you’ve used the entire jar. Yep – real tears.
Why? BECAUSE THIS TREATMENT DOESN’T JUST MOISTURIZE. IT DEFINES AND SHAPES YOUR TIGHTLY COILED STRANDS.
Seriously. I cannot express my enthusiasm enough for this treatment. It’s given my 4Cs intense definition (even the weird straggling hairs that need to be trimmed because I haven’t visited my stylist in ages”>. And although 4C curls tend to be super defined by nature, this particular treatment adds a visible layer of shine that simply doesn’t occur for our texture. It’s just brilliant, ladies. Truly. And it only costs nine bucks.
There’s no reason to wait anymore to buy it. Just get over to SHOP NaturallyCurly to fall in super deep love with this jar of epicness. You’re welcome.
How are you getting your 4C Curl Love on?
I hope that you found these recommendations helpful because as 4Cs we’ve gotta show each other how to LOVE LOVE LOVE our coils! Please share some of your favorite deep conditioning masques and how you use them in the comments below. If you’d like to share this with a curlfriend in need, definitely do so! I’m looking forward to sharing more of my favorite products with you soon.
As an added BONUS, I wanted to let you all know that this month SHOP NaturallyCurly has an exclusive #SupportBlackBusiness store for you to get your favorite products from. Get more information by visiting our shop today!
As ever, stay curly!
Get the most from your Twist Out with the anti-breakage curl line Naturals are raving about!
There’s nothing more satisfying than applying anti-breakage products to curls that absolutely need them. In the following sponsored post, you’re going to see hair stylist Tasheara Neshell work her magic on a full head of curls, using only ElastaQP products, the moisture-rich line that’s making waves in the natural hair community with its Olive Oil and Mango Butter line.
Get the tools you will need to get the looks!
Styling and maintenance tools from the ElastaQP Olive Oil and Mango Butter line, all of which can be found at various online stores, are just a click away!
- Glaze Conditioning Shine Gel – Apply this gel to twists to lock in moisture and set your styles.
- Curl Defining Pudding – Make ever curl count by applying this pudding to strands.
- Curl Wax – Soft curls that stay in shape simply need this wax. Apply to curls and style with ease!
- Replenishing Oil – Get the most life out of curls with this nourishing oil that replenishes dry hair.
- Moisture Lotion – Soften the look of your curls while adding moisture with this smell-good, effective lotion.
Get the most out of your twist out!
Watch as stylist Tasheara Neshell turns natural hair model Natasha’s gorgeous twist out into five different styles that you’ll want to rock all year long.
Aren’t these styles the absolute cutest?! Share your thoughts with NaturallyCurly in the comments. We can’t wait to hear how you’re going to rock all five of these ‘dos!
The best way to stay on trend with ElastaQP is to follow their style team and curl crew on Facebook so ‘Like’ them right now!
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As ever, stay curly!
‘I wish I knew what to do with this nappy hair!!!’
This is the sound of internalized texture shaming. Yes, it’s the dreaded exclamation of textured hair contempt! Such phrases come from years of hearing negative things about textured and natural hair growth from every corner of society.
It’s like it’s a cultural norm to player hate on natural hair, amirite?!
What’s worse is that all people of color carry these harmful phrases on our skin, in our hair, and on our minds. These kinks in the comb are ever present in the form of internalized texture shaming, unspoken microaggressions against ourselves that play on an endless loop.
These mean tiny voices tangle themselves in your mane – amplifying the siren song of closeted insecurities, vocalized by an internal texture shaming monster. She says nasty things like: ‘Shiny hair? More like dull, nappy kitchen peas’ or ‘If you put a texturizer in it, you’ll look cuter’ or (as comedian Martin Lawrence would quip”> ‘Girl, your hair so nappy, Wilson couldn’t Pickett!’
You probably have a whole host of nasty things to say about your curls, but I’m here to tell you: Cut it out! You need to love your curls, girl.
It’s time to change your inner dialogue. This is especially important for those days when you are having an existential crisis because your hair doesn’t look anything like the hundreds of natural hair YouTube stars in the world!
Help me! I need texture-positivity in my life!
The following texture-positive self-care tips will help you feel better about your texture and yourself:
Tip 1: Sing your curls’ praises. Literally.
I am my curls’ fan número uno and I make up songs for them because I love them and they need to know that! Even when my internal texture shaming monster laughs out loud and exclaims, ‘Your voice is causing curl breakage!’ I keep on loving them.
My favorite songs to sing to them are the ones I make up on the fly which I will not share with you because I’m no Solange. However, I encourage you to listen to her texture-positive tunes and engage with other outstanding artists, like those featured on Afropunk, that embrace the individuality of natural hair culture.
Tip 2: Dress up your curls when they’re feeling down.
Yes, your hair can be sad: heat damage, split and dried ends, knots, tangles, and even graying. Don’t tear down your curls when all they need is your tender loving care! Simply determine the next best step to give them the life they deserve.
Schedule a trim and style with your hairdresser. Invest in a new product for your Holy Grail. Massage your scalp with your favorite oils. Digest texture-positive content like Kitchen, an amazing series by Blavity. Do everything in your power to treat those curls and coils right!
Tip 3: Replace ‘Nappy’ with ‘Happy’
Guilty of calling your natural hair ‘nappy’? Yeah – me, too. When I think it or say it, I feel weird about it because it has been used as a pejorative all of my life… and that’s simply not how I feel about my hair at all!
I love its ability to twist and turn onto itself, defying all combing and brushing and laying down of the fine hairs of my crown. So, I decided that these ‘nappy’ hairs on my head wouldn’t be called such a thing ever again.
They’re ‘happy’ coils: springing to life with just a touch of moisture and my Afro pik! Whatever other outmoded colloquialisms you have for your hair, develop a more positive take on them or simply kick them to the curb. Your curls deserve better!
BONUS TIP 4: Invest in styling tools you love!
Yes – I’m advocating for piks, blow dryers, roller sets, and everything in between because at the end of the day, you know you want to experiment with new styles (which is probably why part of you cries in disappointment when the style you want doesn’t come out according to plan”>.
To satiate my desire for cool things I like to shop for uniquely designed styling tools and accessories. I tend to pick up my favorites while attending natural hair shows like the World Natural Hair Show in Atlanta, Georgia.
I got this super cute afro pik, made by Eternally in Amber, via vendor and all-around cool company Bouncy Curls (Austin, TX”> while attending BellaKinks in Dallas, Texas. I love it so much that I rock it in my Afro on the reg, especially on days when I need to feel extra pumped about seizing the day!
Internalized texture shaming stops with you!
Change your perspective by restructuring the way you think and talk about textured, natural hair on bad curl days. I mean, they happen but why take it out on your crown? Let that bad curl vibe go and treat your curls with respect and care.
Have a few tips of your own? Share them with me in the comments below!
And don’t forget: your hair is a testament to an incredible legacy. Own it!
As ever, stay curly!
Open your note-taking app and type in nifty style tips from the expert: Nikki Chanel – @nchanel
These 3 Stunning Looks require your favorite stylers from Design Essentials
- Honey & Shea Edge Tamer – Every curl girl loves a reliable edge tamer. With Design Essentials Honey & Shea Edge Tamer your curls will stay in place while gaining nourishing benefits of honey and softening properties of shea.
- Coconut & Monoi Intensive Shine Oil Mist and Almond & Avocado Curl Control and Shine Mist – All looks that follow in this post require a finisher that imparts moisture and shine. Reach for these shine oil mists to get both!
- Curl Enhancing Mousse – No matter how hard we try, curlies eventually have a battle with frizz. To keep those unwelcome curl enemies at bay, grab this curl enhancing mousse when setting your perm rods.
- Almond & Avocado Detangling Leave-In Conditioner – We all know that leave-ins tend to be the super stars of the natural hair community. That’s why you’ll love that this one offers your curls a serious helping of almond and avocado, both moisture-rich ingredients that help soften and strengthen curls.
How to Work Wonders with a Perm Rod Set
Watch the video tutorial to learn how Nikki got the most ravishing curls of the season with Design Essentials curl nourishers and a set of orange perm rods!
Get the OOMPH Factor: Looks that Turn Heads!
Look 1 – Turn Up the Volume
Complement your curls with a super cute bomber jacket, face framing turtleneck, and high quality accessories that steal the show!
Look 2 – Circa 1950s Rockabilly Chic
Nothing says “I’m ready for my close up” like a suede jacket, classy plaids, and a pair of sharp and shiny Oxfords.
Look 3 – Fancy Side Bun for the Win!
Big comfy coats and floor length dresses are this season’s go-to styling options for curly girls that love being the center of the attention!
There’s no stopping your perfectly style perm rod-out and your swag with this season’s most stunning looks.
Like this Lookbook by NaturallyCurly and Design Essentials? Tell us how much in the comments section below.
Remember to subscribe to NaturallyCurly on YouTube to see more super cool videos and tutorials from Nikki Chanel and our editors.
And don’t forget to share your favorite looks with your curl friends today!
As ever, stay curly!
You’ve had weeks to plan for the office holiday party, and you’ve procrastinated to the point of no return.
You had one job: look good, if not better in holiday-inspired attire than Tamera in accounting!
Now, you’re scrambling to figure out what outfit you’re going to piece together. From the red bottoms to the freshwater pearls, you’ve got to get it together!
But you’re not going out with your curls looking flat and lifeless, are you?
You need to prep those curls for envy-inducing style options that will enhance your office party attire and your inherent beauty.
In this sponsored post, Curlformers are used to style hair that’s in need of serious staying power.
What’s even better, this effective hair curling technology doesn’t require you to subject curls to heat damage… it’s the gift that keeps on giving!
Heatless styling requires solid prepping!
In order to get smooth, silky curls that are easily threaded through Curlformers, you’ll need to apply your favorite setting lotion.
We recommend using a setting lotion that has curl-healthy nourishers like avocado, jojoba, or coconut oils in it.
Once you’ve applied your nourishing setting lotion, gently smooth your curls with a large paddle brush.
Once primed, you’re ready to thread your smoothed curls through your long or extra long barrel curls Curlformers. As you can see from the above image of Andrea, your curls will be securely locked into place with Curlformers.
We’re excited for you to try the following styling options for the season’s hottest looks so let’s get started with offering you the right tools for each look! Simply click on the product images below to add them all to your Holiday 2016 heatless styling collection. [prodmod]Now that you have the right tools, you’re ready to style those beautiful barrel curls.
Lucious Barrel Curls
Depending on how much time you have, you can let your curls air dry. This heatless option is best for curlies that refuse to abuse their strands with heat.
If you’re low on time and weary of using traditional heat-styling tools such as curling irons and wands, you can speed up the drying process with the Curlformers soft hood.
Now, it’s time to style those barrel curls!
Go ahead – we’ll wait for you to gently take down your Curlformers and let you marvel at how your barrels spring into action.
See? Getting curls that are easy to prep and style is a synch with Curlformers!
Pin-Up Snow Bun-ny
This look requires you to start off with the barrel curls.
Part your curls at the focal point of your forehead and gently pull them down and around your face for a lovely framing effect.
For the bun, gently pull your curls back to the crown, or center, of your head. Then, secure the bun with your favorite hair pins and a sparkling barrette.
To add shine to your curls, lightly spray them with a lightweight finishing oil or spray mist.
You’ll be the belle of the ball with this look.
Voluminous Halo Curls
To achieve this gorgeous look, you’ll need to grab your trusty Curlformers paddle brush.
As modeled by Andrea, you’ll want to create volume with this tool first in order to see best results.Then you will halo your curls around your hairline for a classic look that’s undeniably chic for any holiday party.
See all these looks as styled by the beautiful Andrea in this Curlformers + NaturallyCurly video below.
Your curls will be nothing short of stunning at this year's holiday parties! We can't wait to see how you've rock these styles so tell us about it in the comments section below.
Happy Holidays and as ever, stay curly!
‘All Hair Types’ isn’t a one-product-family-fits-all term.
In fact, there is much more to that ‘All Hair Types’ phrase printed on your hair care products. To give you an in-depth understanding of this, Design Essentials sponsored this post to further expound on how their Natural Coconut and Monoi really does nourish every hair texture and curl pattern in our community. Starting with the LOC Method, learn how this family of rich oils and curly girl-friendly products will change how you treat your hair prior to styling.
What’s the LOC Method?
The LOC Method is a treatment process that seals and locks moisture into every hair strand via the application of liquid, oil, and cream. No matter your texture or curl pattern, your hair will benefit from this treatment because it adds layers of strength and moisture to hair strands, resulting in healthy, soft curls and longer lasting styling opportunities.
Based on its description the LOC Method might sound like a breeze for at-home trial, but if the application of the three essential tools is done incorrectly your curls won’t reveal their true potential. That’s where Design Essentials plays a pivotal role. They’ve formulated the best nourishing treatment regimen for all texture types and curl patterns that’s easy to apply and results in salon-quality styling results.
Ready to learn more about these powerful treatment tools? Continue reading!
Water alone won’t do! You need a nourishing Liquid.
All curlies need to add moisture to their hair! Since moisture is the key factor in the LOC Method, you’ll need more than a splash of water on your curls. In fact, you’ll need to start the process with a cleansed scalp and conditioned curls before applying the Coconut Milk Leave-In Nourisher to wavy, curly, or coily hair.
Once your scalp and curls have been properly prepped, spray the leave-in nourisher onto your damp or wet hair. To ensure that all of your curls are thoroughly saturated with this lightweight nourisher, finger detangle as your spray it on. You’ll want to use a downward raking motion with your fingers, starting from the ends of your curls and work upward toward the scalp.
By applying the Coconut Milk Leave-In Nourisher in this way, you’re sealing the hair’s cuticle layers. This results in stronger strands, and stronger strands means growth for curls that may be struggling to push past their plateau. In this step, every curly girl will add much needed nutrients to strands.
Now that your curls are saturated with this nourishing formula of coconut milk, sunflower oil, panthenol, and biotin, it’s time to move to the ‘Oil’ step of the LOC Method.
Treat yourself and your curls to a luxurious Oil treatment!
The oil treatment step in the LOC Method will give your curls optimal hydration, renewed strength, illustrious shine, and undeniably healthy strands. When the Coconut and Monoi Deep Moisture Oil Treatment is applied to your damp or towel-dried curls, its Moroccan Argan Oil and Vitamin E formula will instantly repair your hair from environmental and daily styling damages. That’s because this oil treatment is actually a prime moisture sealant!
To help your curls absorb the oil treatment effectively, you must massage the oil into every strand. Using the tips of your fingers, firmly massage the oil treatment to the ends of your curls and work your way up to your scalp. By massaging this blend of botanicals and antioxidants into your strands, you’re actively repairing damages to curls while bolstering their strength and elasticity.
BONUS: Keep in mind that this oil is formulated for all hair types so that every curly girl, from wavy to coily, has a regular nourishing treatment for her healthy hair care regimen!
Can you feel it? Your days of dull, dry, thirsty hair are over!
There’s just one more step in the LOC Method you’ll need to fortify the moisture treatment you’ve executed.
Combine and lock in the power of Liquid and Oil with a hydrating Cream.
Applying a moisture sealing style cream to curls is the last step in the LOC Method. Since coconut oil is a natural sealant, your curls will not only benefit from the Coconut & Monoi Deep Moisture Milk Soufflé; they will be frizz-free and smooth to the touch thanks to the shea butter and a reparative milk protein in its formulation.
This last step is imperative because when applied to your nutrient-fortified curls, you’re adding extra layers of protection to your hair. You’ll love the lightweight feel of this time-saving styling cream. This is a perfect curl partner us curlies that love Wash and Go styles. If you’re a fan of finger coils and two-strand twists, you’re going to wonder why it’s taken you eons to use this deep moisture milk soufflé.
BONUS: Alongside its nourishing family members, the Deep Moisture Milk Soufflé doesn’t have nasty chemicals in it. That’s right: no parabens, no petrolatum, no phthalates, no DEA, no TEA. AND it’s Gluten-free!
Are you ready to reveal the true nature of your texture and curl pattern?
Excellent!
To perfect the LOC Method you will need the following:
All of these moisture treatment tools are available for purchase now. Click on the product images below to add these nourishing elements to your LOC Holy Grail collection.
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As you have gathered, the term ‘All Hair Types‘ is not a simple catch-all phrase printed on product labels. It’s a signal to all curlies that the care products and stylers you choose are formulated to address specific hair care issues for not only your curls, but for your wavy and coily sisters, too! Design Essentials knows this. That’s why they’ve created the Natural Coconut and Monoi line for us all. In addition to the care products highlighted in this post, there are several maintenance and styling products in this nourishing family for curlies of every type to choose from.
In the comments section below, tell us how you’ve used Design Essentials your hair type. We want to hear from all of our wavy, curly, and coily sisters!
As ever, stay curly!
It’s the season of giving while looking your best for the Holidays!
As you prepare to gather your family to take holiday photographs this year, you’ll want to ensure that their naturally curly and textured hair looks as stunning as ever.
To help you and your entire family achieve these looks, we’ve partnered with natural hair care heavyweights Honey Baby Naturals, Mielle Organics, and Twisted Sista to bring you frizz-free and worry-free styling options for the holidays.
Style your baby heiresses and heirs’ baby hairs with Honey Baby Naturals
Honey Baby Naturals offers parents go-to curly hair maintenance and styling options that are gentle to use on your child’s scalp and strands.
It’s recommended that the night before your holiday family photoshoot, you wash you baby’s hair with the Honeychild Moisture Balance Shampoo and thoroughly moisturize with Honey Sweet Softening Conditioner. In the morning, you may find that your baby’s curls need a wide tooth comb run through them. If so, reach for Knot My Honey Instant Detangler prior to styling for picture time. Using the Honey Shea Butter Smoothie, you can add slip and shine to curls while styling.
Build a Holy Grail collection for the entire family with Mielle Organics
Mielle Organics is one of the most popular lines on virtual and retailer shelves because it appeals to parents that not only want to style their hair; they want specific Holy Grail items for their children’s curls, as well! That’s why Mielle Organics Tinys and Tots is choice for curls that shine, pop with life, and are easily defined. Thanks to its myriad of maintenance and styling items, getting your baby’s curls prepped for this year’s holiday family photos will be free of hassle!
To prep your child’s curls for holiday photos, gently detangle them with Sacha Inchi Detangling Conditioner the night before. This detangling conditioner will feed your baby’s curls omega-3 fatty acids, grapeseed oil, and organic aloe for a healthy, shiny style. For a cute wash and go, you can apply the Sacha Inchi Curl Enhancing Cream to wet or dry curls the morning of your family’s holiday photo shoot.
You can use the entire Mielle Organics family of products to achieve beautiful hairstyles for the entire family, yourself included!
Since you’ve got a whole team of family members to wrangle for the perfect family holiday photo shoot, you need to prep your curls before anyone else in the household and fast! You’ll need a product that effective as well as organic. That’s why we recommend applying the new Mielle Organics Honey and Ginger Styling Gel on wet or damp hair to enhance your natural curl pattern. Used as the primary ingredient in your wash and go, you’ll love this lightweight certified organic gel. And you’ll look stunning, to boot!
So, what will you do for your teens and young adults coming home from college to make their appearance in your family holiday photos?
Surprise them with one of the best curly hair formulas on the market, of course.
Tame frizz and keep edges nourished with Twisted Sista
For the style-savvy members of your family that want to slay in the family photos, Twisted Sista has the right product for her: Nourishing Sleek Edge Gel.
This lightweight gel won’t leave residue on edges or styled curls. In fact, it nourishes the hair strands with hearty coconut oil and moisturizing avocado. Optimal results occur when a generous amount of gel is applied to edges with fingertips. Depending on hair density, you can also use a fine tooth comb or soft bristle brush to smooth the gel into edges.
Get more holiday family photo inspiration by following our Home for the Holidays style board on Pinterest now!
Build your family’s Holy Grail collection prior your Holiday Photo session by purchasing them today.
[prodmod]As ever, stay curly!
All photographs by Brio Photography
