A Scientific Response to Ouidad’s Claim: ‘Oil Does Not Seal in Moisture’
As much as I am a blogger and writer, I am also an avid reader of BGLH and I did not miss the recent video highlight of Ouidad discussing hair and her opinion on using oil on hair. To be specific the...
View ArticleHow to Use Oils and Butters on Natural Hair During the Summer
This week was the first time in months that I was able to wear one of my favorite summer dresses with sandals. You know what that means? Summer is finally here! With the arrival of warmer weather...
View Article25 More Oils, Butters and Natural Ingredients and How To Use Them on Natural...
Style Icon Aevin Last year, I posted an article on “25 Popular Oils, Butters and Natural Ingredients and How To Use Them on Natural Hair.” The list contained a number of well-known oils — such as...
View ArticleHow To Use Mango Butter for Hair Health and Shine
by Alondra Along with my handy-dandy shea butter, I’ve come across yet another natural product to add to the team: 100% All Natural Mango Butter. Now, I’ve always seen this butter listed as an...
View ArticleHow To Make Natural Hair Styling Products More Moisturizing
by Portia of huneybflyy.com We all love a good hair styling product that keeps our twist outs or wash n go’s in place. However, some of the products designed to hold your kinks and curls, can also dry...
View ArticleMy Natural Hair Growth Took Off When I Started Using Natural, Raw Ingredients
by Kara of NaturalCurliesTV (pictured above) I remember watching Kimmaytube on YouTube as she was discussing the pH balance of hair and how it is important to use products that are close to the same...
View ArticleOn To The Next: Why I’m Over Castor Oil
by Elle of Quest for the Perfect Curl (pictured above) Ever since I stopped relaxing my hair five years ago, castor oil has been touted as one of the best oils for natural hair. Claims of hair growth...
View Article3 Oil Mixes that Boost Natural Hair Length Retention
by Cassandre of cassandrebeccai.com I’ve got a thing for quality oil mixes since learning that a myriad of hair issues can be mended with just the right oily potion. It takes a little experimenting to...
View Article4 Essential Oil Blends that Smell Heavenly and Seal and Moisturize Natural...
by Cassandre of Cassandrebeccai.com I remember the days when my mom would treat us to some fried plantain (bannan peze) and all kinds of good Haitian home cooking. Her food was always so good, no...
View Article4 Lesser Known Oils That Promote Shine in Natural Hair
Love them or hate them, oils are here to stay in most women’s arsenal of hair products. Finding the right oil for your hair could make the difference between a perfectly moisturized coif or a dried out...
View Article4 Ways to Use Coconut Oil Effectively in the Winter
Your natural hair loves coconut oil as a sealant during the spring, summer, and fall but does a complete 180 come winter. If this sounds like your tresses, check out these suggestions for improving...
View ArticleWhat Naturals Can Learn From African and East Indian Hair Practices
I am a foodie. I love trying out unfamiliar cuisines and frequenting different restaurants. One observation I have made in in my culinary excursions is the common approach to food in parts of the...
View ArticleTutorial: How to Oil Cleanse for Stronger, Longer Natural Hair
Shutterstock Images For many women with natural hair the most tedious part of their hair care routine is wash day. Now, while I haven’t yet figured out a way to shorten my 1-1 ½ hour routine (which...
View Article7-Blend Hot Oil Treatment for Softness, Moisture and Shine in Natural Hair
Vlogger Naptural85 gives the secret to softness, moisture and shine with her 7-blend hot (or warm) oil treatment! She recommends that the treatment be kept in overnight and rinsed out the next...
View Article4 Oils and Butters That Are Essential to My Waist Length 4C Hair Regimen
We’re back with another compilation piece! Last week four BGLH writers shared how they went from TWA to back length. Now we’re talking about oils and butters! Over the next two weeks our writers will...
View Article4 Oils and Butters That Are Essential to My Waist Length 4B Hair Regimen
We’re back with another compilation piece! Last week four BGLH writers shared how they went from TWA to back length. Now we’re talking about oils and butters! Over the next two weeks our writers will...
View Article6 Oils and Butters That Are Essential to My 4C Hair Regimen
We’re back with another compilation piece! Last week four BGLH writers shared how they went from TWA to back length. Now we’re talking about oils and butters! Over the next two weeks our writers will...
View Article6 Oils and Butters That Are Essential to My 4B Hair Regimen
We’re back with another compilation piece! Last week four BGLH writers shared how they went from TWA to back length. Now we’re talking about oils and butters! Over the next two weeks our writers will...
View Article4 Oils and Butters That Are Essential to My Hair Regimen
We’re back with another compilation piece! Last week four BGLH writers shared how they went from TWA to back length. Now we’re talking about oils and butters! Over the next two weeks our writers will...
View ArticleHow I Use Shea Butter and Jojoba, Ayurvedic and Castor Oil in my Waist Length...
We’re back with another compilation piece! Last week four BGLH writers shared how they went from TWA to back length. Now we’re talking about oils and butters! Over the next two weeks our writers will...
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