Natural Hair & Lifestyle Blog
Morroco is a beautiful African country situated in the Northern region. It is known for its vast natural resources and minerals. One popular component of Morocco that has garnered global sales is their red clay, otherwise known as “rhassoul clay”. It has a brownish-red color. It can only be found in the Atlas mountains of…
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We made it into a new year! And with a new year comes new beginnings. The beauty of black women is the power we have in creating trends. Here are the top 25 hairstyles for black women to try in 2021: Your Own Afro With social distancing still in full effect, many women of color…
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By: Sue Giplaye Originally written for SisCare. Self-care is important. You have to make sure your hair is properly washed. If you neglect washing your hair, you will have to deal with buildup which will weigh down your natural tresses. This can weaken your curls and lead to breakage. What makes many wary of wash day…
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Featured Image Credit: Raviyah Singh Every time I scroll down my social media feed, I notice a pattern of which type of advertisements are shown to me. I usually search for other freelance writers of color so I can learn and grow from them. I guess Facebook and Instagram examines my data input. Their ads…
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Every goal in life you have must be planned out carefully. Preparation is key. If you embark upon a trekking journey at night without any flashlight you will get lost. This epiphany can be compared to growing locs. I did a lot of research and followed other Queens loc journeys before starting mines. Do you…
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Since the coronavirus has hit Africa, there have been 47,131 cases, 1,845 deaths, and 15,796 recoveries. Liberia, a small west African country, has had its fair share of casualties. So far they have 166 confirmed cases and 18 deaths as of today, May 5, 2020. These statistics are based upon the cases that are reported.…
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For the May 2020 issue of Vogue, Rihanna chose to represent with a beautiful, classic hairstyle. Her hair was styled in what is called the Betsimisaraka hairstyle. Such homage brings awareness to the distinctive styles that women of color display. The Betsimisaraka Hairstyle Originates From Madagascar What makes this hairstyle so iconic, is the…
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New York Fashion Week was held the week of February 6, 2020. And it loudly screamed modesty. It was like YAS, honey, YAS! Y’all better show off those long, flowery dresses, those fancy business suits, and those long-sleeve sweaters. With many of us under quarantine, we may not have that much to spend on extravagant…
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Coronavirus. A deadly virus that is being compared to the Spanish flu. With the worldwide death toll surging past 11,000, many are heeding government commands. Social distancing is being practiced. Schools are closing down for weeks. Millions are without work. Within the service industry hairstylists are having to deal with their businesses slowing down. What…
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A thin waist, clear complexion, and perfect hair. It is every Queen’s dream to have the perfect body image. But is your idea of body image realistic? If not kept in check, the way we view our bodies can severely impact our self-esteem and mental health. What Exactly Is Body Image? When you look in…
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