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Natural Hair Opinion
This Resurfaced Episode Of People’s Court Has The Internet In A Choke Hold – Here Is The Back Story
Emily Cottontop - 3
By now you have probably seen a snip of this episode of People's Court going viral on social media.
The episode is called "Bad Hair Day" and we had to get the back story!
In the clip, you will notice Plaintiff leaving the courtroom to do the post-case interview.
She makes a...
If TikTok doesn't do anything else, it's going to give us some fire trends. This time around it's the wolf cut. Now if you haven't heard of it, this particular cut is one that went viral earlier this year because of its super voluminous layers and face-framing wisps.
If you're...
Natural Hair Opinion
Youtuber Called Out For Cringeworthy Remarks Regarding “African American Hair” – “I was Blessed with My texture type of hair”
Emily Cottontop - 0
Beauty influencer Briana Wright also known as Briana Monique’ on my social media, is facing some serious backlash after making cringe-worthy remarks about what she calls "African American Hair".
The video posted to youtube was a vlog-style video that included a review of a few back-owned products she has been...
Celebrity Hair
Ari Lennox’s Natural Hair Is Flourishing After Big Chop In January
Emily Cottontop - 0
Back in January 2021, we shared that Ari Lennox started the year off with a Big Chop. see that post here.
She did not give any particular reason for the chop, but we took it to mean the typical "new year new me" type of thing. Either way, her hair...
If the natural hair community doesn't do anything else, they're going to hype a new product or trend so much that you have no option but to try it. I can't begin to tell you how much money and time I've spent trying new things out on my hair.
From way back...
Next to going natural or going blonde for the first time, starting locs is one of the biggest commitments you can make when it comes to styling and caring for your hair. Truthfully, a lot of people begin their journey under a whole heap of assumptions that aren't necessarily...
Wigs are good for a number of things. They're stylish, versatile, convenient, and most importantly, they encourage hair growth. This is because when worn safely and correctly, they're one of the best protective styles we have.
Like braids and twists, wigs are something that never truly go out of style. But if...
There's nothing better than finding a solution to damaged hair that doesn't involve you chopping it all off. We have protein treatments, deep conditioners, and an underrated great for both natural and relaxed hair alike—the cholesterol treatment.
What is a cholesterol treatment?
A cholesterol treatment is exactly what it sounds like:...
Whether you're relaxed or natural, dry hair seems to be one of the most common (and most frustrating) problems we all run into at some point. On the less severe end, it may cause some roughness, a little frizz here and there, and a few split ends.
But when things...
For those of you looking to drastically change your look, blonde is always a great go-to. It complements your skin tone, brings out your best features, and works well with pretty much every style.
Still, there's a little bit of thought that needs to be put into the process...
For most of us with natural hair, transitioning from relaxed to natural was a tough journey.
Between trying to figure out how to work with two different textures at once and going through trial and error with a million different products, there was a lot of work involved.
Even if you were...
POV. - It's early, you have errands to run and you didn't twist your hair the night before, what's a girl to do?
Naturally, this would mean some sort of manipulation the next morning in order to at least appear somewhat decent. Spray, hair bands, product 1, product 2, edge...
Losing the fight against shrinkage? Here's a great go-to anti-shrinkage night time hair routine that will give you healthy, soft, and lustrous stretched hair all day long!
Moisturize and Seal As Usual
No matter what your long-term or immediate hair goals are, they all start with moisturizing and sealing.
When you're working...
News Stories
“Sorry It’s Unbecoming” – Meteorologist Somara Theodore Shares Ignorant Message About Her Natural Hair
Emily Cottontop - 3
This morning I came across a post from Somara Theodore a meteorologist with StormTeam 4/ NBC 4 Washington, of a direct message she received about her hair. The message said: "I wanted to be honest and tell you that you are a terrific meteorologist and your on-air presence is...
Most women with natural hair are pretty much used to running through tons of products that don't work and trying what seems like a million tips and tricks before we finally settle on a routine and regimen that works for us. Whether you've been natural your entire life, a...