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5 Reasons why you should LOVE SHRINKAGE

By Yolanda Malembe Being natural involves a lot self-love & embracing your hair’s natural texture and the way it moves and feels in different conditions. One very real and unavoidable part of the natural hair journey is shrinkage. So what causes it any way? Well, it’s quite simple really. When curly hair comes into contact with moisture, it’s will revert back to its natural state. The tighter your curl pattern, the more your hair will be likely to shrink. We’re telling you why it’s actually a good thing! Shrinkage is a sign of healthy and nourished hair. Your hair is more flexible and elasticity. The versatility! With the magic of shrinkage; you can achieve short & fun looks with your...

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The right way to take down your Protective Hairstyle

By Yolanda Malembe Having braids & twists is a great way to keep your hair tucked away. Your hair gets an opportunity to grow without too much manipulation. The take-down process done right, means you remove your braids and twists with minimal shedding or breakage. Firstly always mist your hair with the “Detangling & Softening Moisture Spray”. Ensuring your hair is moisturising before take down assist in giving your hair elasticity and minimizing breakage. Proceed with gently undoing your braids as usual: do not tug or pull, as this will damage your sensitive hair ends. Once this is done; separate your hair into sections and mist each section with the “Softening & Repair Leave-in Conditioning Spray. Allow the Conditioning Spray...

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What to get and how to keep it?

By Yolanda Malembe The most common and effective way most curly haired beauties choose to keep their curls – especially in the winter time - is in a protective style. There is so many options to choose from: Two strand twists :  These typically last about 3-5 days. They offer minimal protection for your curls against winter winds and it is quick and easy to style your hair in this way. Cornrows : These come in so many variations and styles. Lasting about 2-3 weeks typically and taking roughly 2-3 hours to install. Tucks away hair ends well, however strand protection is still only minimal hair. Extended braids & twists : These are quite versatile. They can be anything from...

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“KNOT AGAIN!”

By Yolanda Malembe There is nothing quite as agonizing as having to deal with knots in your hair. If you keep  your hair natural, you know all too well how easily these can occur. There is no way real way to get rid of knots for good, no matter how you keep your hair. There are however some bad hair habits that contribute to how often and how severe they occur. To keep your strands from knotting, it is wise to regularly DETANGLE your hair by applying the “Softening & Repair Leave-In Conditioning Spray”, allowing it to penetrate for about 20 seconds and then gently using your fingers to detangling your hair. You can then stretch your hair by leaving...

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“I’m ready to become natural, but where do I begin?”

By Yolanda Malembe “I’m ready to become natural, but where do I begin?” This is very common question and minor hindrance in people beginning their natural hair journey; they simply do not where to start.So you have been chemically processing your hair for most of your life, or exposing it to so much heat and harmful styling that it’s gotten weak and even brittle. You want stronger, richer and healthier hair.You can begin your natural hair journey in one if 3 ways :1. The Big Chop: Cutting majority of your hairs length off and starting from the beginning with growing your hair again. This time armed with the right knowledge and products to give you full and nourished hair. This...

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