Why Scalp care is the missing step in my hair routine

The weather has a reliable way of turning a manageable hair care routine into something considerably more frustrating. The combination of cold air outside and dry heat indoors strips moisture from the scalp faster than most products can replace it, and the resulting flakes and itchiness have a way of dominating every styling decision until…

ByGesi LloydApril 2, 20260Comments

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Why human braiding hair may be more toxic than synthetic

For years, many people assumed that human hair was the cleaner, safer choice when it came to braiding. A major new study has turned that assumption on its head and the findings carry real consequences, particularly for Black women who rely on braiding hair products regularly. Consumer Reports tested 30 popular braiding hair products spanning…

ByDorcas OnasaApril 1, 20260Comments

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The most flattering spring hair colors to try right now

Every season brings a new wave of color stories from salons in London, Los Angeles and everywhere in between but this spring, the lineup feels particularly worth paying attention to. Celebrity colorists and international artistic directors are pointing to a range of shades that span from deeply moody to gloriously bright, with options suited to…

ByDorcas OnasaApril 1, 20260Comments

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Why is my hair falling out? The alarming truth behind every shed strand

The signs are subtle at first — then suddenly, they're not. Here's what your hair is desperately trying to tell you. There's a quiet panic that sets in the moment you notice more strands tangled in your brush, swirling down the shower drain, or scattered across your pillow. It feels sudden. It feels personal. And…

ByDempsey May AyucoMarch 31, 20260Comments

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4 claw clip tricks every hair type needs to try

Despite what trend reports may suggest, the claw clip has never actually gone anywhere. While the wave of 90s and Y2K nostalgia has put it back under the spotlight recently, devoted fans never stopped reaching for one. It remains one of the most versatile, grab and go accessories in any hair routine and it deserves…

ByDorcas OnasaMarch 29, 20260Comments

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Wash n’ go myths for 4C hair owners debunked

The wash n' go has a reputation problem when it comes to 4C hair. The assumption that the style only works for looser curl patterns has kept a lot of people with coily textures from trying it, and textured hair experts say that assumption is wrong. Hairstylist Stacey Ciceron, who specializes in textured hair, describes…

ByGesi LloydMarch 28, 20260Comments

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19 romantic spring hairstyles that are truly captivating

Romance is in the air and it has moved well past February. With warmer weather creeping in and a fresh wave of dreamy, love-soaked entertainment taking over screens, the mood this spring is unmistakably whimsical. That energy is spilling over into beauty in a big way, particularly when it comes to hair. Effortless waves, vintage…

ByDorcas OnasaMarch 26, 20260Comments

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Healthy hair advice is leaving out what dermatologists actually know

Walk into any beauty aisle and the messaging is consistent. Sulfate-free. Silicone-free. Paraben-free. Clean. The implication is that the products containing those ingredients were doing something wrong, and that the newer, purer alternatives have finally fixed it. Dermatologists and trichologists largely disagree with that framing for hair care, and the evidence they point to is…

ByGesi LloydMarch 26, 20260Comments

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The Bob Haircut Mistake That Started a Hair Care Obsession

One bad haircut sparked a deep dive into sulfates, silicones, and the murky clean beauty myth that's been misleading consumers for years. There is a specific grief that follows a haircut gone wrong. You sit in the chair, you say just a trim, and somehow you walk out with a bob. It happened to me,…

ByDestiny PhilipsMarch 26, 20260Comments

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4 hair care ingredients dermatologists actually trust

The hair care aisle has never been more confusing. Between product labels screaming sulfate free and paraben free and a steady stream of influencer warnings about ingredients to avoid, many people have quietly built routines around fear rather than facts. But dermatologists and trichologists are increasingly pushing back and the science behind some of the…

ByDorcas OnasaMarch 26, 20260Comments