Gone are the long, warm, lazy days of Summer, and Autumn is in full swing! The chill in the air and the days getting shorter denotes the seasons change. Soon to come, the dry winter winds, indoor heat, and friction from heavier clothing can wreak havoc and draw away the natural moisture from your skin […]
Studies Show Exposure to Parabens May Be The Reason For Higher Breast Cancer Risk In Black Women A recent study by the Breast Cancer Prevention Partners, a non-profit organization, suggests that a toxic hair chemical in hair products for Black women may increase the risk of breast cancer cell growth. They found that parabens, a […]
During Women’s History Month, We Celebrate our “Crowning Glory.” It’s called “crowning glory” for a reason. Black hair has been an integral feature of black history. As African American women, we’ve been shamed into thinking our hair had to be one way and not embrace how versatile it actually is. Early African hairstyles could indicate […]
MOTHER NATURE’S CONDITIONER: SHEA BUTTER The Shea tree has been nicknamed “Tree of Life,” a moniker earned by virtue of its ability to address numerous skin, hair, and health conditions. “Mother Nature’s Conditioner” is a nickname that Shea Butter has earned for its exceptional moisturizing and softening properties. Used topically, Shea Butter is known to […]
The use of Essential Oils for the body and hair dates back thousands of years. From Africa (c.460 C- 370 BC), Essential Oils have been used for health care long before the use of drugs and chemicals . The history and the use of essential oils date back to the beginning of recorded history from […]