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The 4 Best Moisturizers for Thick, Dry Natural Hair
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3 Easy-To-Make Homemade Deep Conditioners for Natural Hair
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7 Best Oils for Natural Hair
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The 9 Most Ineffective Ways to Moisturize Your Hair
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Natural Hair Type Guide: Which Type Are You?
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7 Tips for Achieving Your Hair Length Goals
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How Long Does It Take to Grow Out Natural Hair?
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7 Ways to Use Castor Oil
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4 Hair Benefits of Aloe Vera
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8 Herbs & Oils that Promote Hair Growth
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4 Gorgeous & Easy Styles for Short to Mid-Length Natural Hair
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5 Reasons You’re Not Gaining Length
Laisha // 3C Natural Hair Style Icon
Introduce yourself! L: My name is Laisha, and I’m from Cali. Why did you make the decision to go natural? L: This journey found me! I started coloring my hair too much. Every time I saw any roots, I had to color. To keep a long story short, my hair starting drying out and falling... Continue Reading
Sheila // 3C/4A Natural Hair Style Icon
Introduce yourself! S: Hi my rooted people, my name is Sheila Attah and I was born and bred in London, UK but I’m of African descent (Ghanaian to be precise). Why did you make the decision to go natural? S: Well I didn’t ‘go natural’ as I have always remained natural, however initially it wasn’t... Continue Reading
Chisom // 4B Natural Hair Style Icon
Introduce yourself! C: My name is Chisom. I’m Nigerian, 19, and reside in Houston, Texas. Why did you make the decision to go natural? C: The real reason I went natural was because I truly just wanted some naturally, curly hair. Also, I wanted a different look. I was 15 when I did the big... Continue Reading
True Life: I Went to the Salon for Copper Highlights and Came Out with Yellow-Orange Hair!
By Christabel of ChysCurlz.com You know how you get an itch and you just have to go through with whatever it is? Well I had this “itch” to color my hair a couple of weeks ago. So what do I do? I walk in to a random salon that said “walk-ins welcome”. Well they said... Continue Reading
Is Long Hair Genetic?
Style Icon Alex ‘Her hair is long because of her genes.’ It is a very common comment that you will see especially within the natural community. It is a provocative statement that kindles passionate arguments for and against it. Some will be adamant that the statement is ignorant and others will emphatically argue for it,... Continue Reading
The Natural’s Guide to HEALTHY Heat Styling
Is it possible to use heat safely on natural hair? I have been asked this question a numerous amount of times, but what’s the answer? Before we get into that, if your initial response was something along the lines of “What?! I hope that this lady isn’t about to give advice on how to heat... Continue Reading
The Perfect Graduation Cap Style for Natural Hair!
So we know that graduation season has already begun. But perhaps we can help those of you who have yet to cross the graduation stage! Vlogger Brittany of Kyss My Hair has concocted a natural hair graduation style that is easy and chic and we have to say, it’s one of the best we’ve ever... Continue Reading
3 Cute and Easy Styles for TWAs and Short Natural Hair
Style Icon Yaa By Chinwe of Hair and Health Aside from the usual wash-n-go and puff, what are some other simple cute styles to wear on short natural hair, especially on teeny weeny afros (TWAs)? Check out the following three videos for some inspiration: 1. Pinup natural hairstyle Some of the best hairstyles are born... Continue Reading
5 Tips For Rocking Braids (Using Your Own Hair) This Summer!
Style Icon Leslie Summer is almost here and with many of us planning to hit the beach or start swimming, own hair box braids are a great style choice for managing hair in wet conditions. Here is my guide to getting the most from own hair braids. 1. Size matters: larger braids or mini braids?... Continue Reading
BGLH Style: Franceta in Canada
Introduce yourself! F: My name is Franceta and I was born and raised in Toronto, ON Canada. I am a recent Fashion Design & Techniques graduate and current Graphic Design student at George Brown College. I’m slightly cray in every way, pop-culture obsessed, a self proclaimed queen of all things inappropriate and aspiring everything. Continue Reading
10 Unconventional Lip Colors Rocked by BGLH Style Icons
If there’s one thing BGLH has made clear it’s this: black women can rock ANYTHING. We thought it would be fun to take a trip through our archives to highlight 10 lip colors that go beautifully with our brown skin and textured hair. But beware! You won’t find many conventional colors in this bunch! So... Continue Reading
11 Steps to Get a Salon Quality Manicure At Home
Our hands are one of the most used body parts. We use them to cook, clean, care for our loved ones, love, work and express ourselves. Our hands help us complete various tasks and most of us don’t give it a second thought. Continue Reading
