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The DevaCurl Lawsuit: A Cosmetic Chemist Perspective on NO POO CLEANSER Ingredients

The DevaCurl Lawsuit: A Cosmetic Chemist Perspective on NO POO CLEANSER Ingredients

DevaCurl is a brand marketed towards curly hair that has recently come under fire from users who claim to have experienced hair loss and other scalp conditions. As a cosmetic...

The DevaCurl Lawsuit: A Cosmetic Chemist Perspective on NO POO CLEANSER Ingredients

DevaCurl is a brand marketed towards curly hair that has recently come under fire from users who claim to have experienced hair loss and other scalp conditions. As a cosmetic...

2 Hair Care Ingredients You Were Told To AVOID+ Why You SHOULD NOT!

2 Hair Care Ingredients You Were Told To AVOID+ Why You SHOULD NOT!

Humectants and preservatives; two essential ingredients in natural hair care formulations that can easily get misconstrued! In this video I’m giving you the REAL tea on phenoxyethanol and propylene glycol!...

2 Hair Care Ingredients You Were Told To AVOID+ Why You SHOULD NOT!

Humectants and preservatives; two essential ingredients in natural hair care formulations that can easily get misconstrued! In this video I’m giving you the REAL tea on phenoxyethanol and propylene glycol!...

FASTER HAIR GROWTH USING BLACK RICE WATER!

FASTER HAIR GROWTH USING BLACK RICE WATER!

It's super frustrating spending $$$ on hair growth products that don't work!! Here's one that you can get at any health food store under $4 that actually works! In this...

FASTER HAIR GROWTH USING BLACK RICE WATER!

It's super frustrating spending $$$ on hair growth products that don't work!! Here's one that you can get at any health food store under $4 that actually works! In this...

CAN EGGS REALLY STRENGTHEN YOUR HAIR?

CAN EGGS REALLY STRENGTHEN YOUR HAIR?

One of the top DIY’s that every curly girl has come across is the infamous “Eggs/Mayo” treatment, but how effective is it for our hair? Is it just a greasy...

CAN EGGS REALLY STRENGTHEN YOUR HAIR?

One of the top DIY’s that every curly girl has come across is the infamous “Eggs/Mayo” treatment, but how effective is it for our hair? Is it just a greasy...

TOP 3 LIES IN THE NATURAL HAIR COMMUNITY!

TOP 3 LIES IN THE NATURAL HAIR COMMUNITY!

Let’s talk about silicones, the water only method, and extracts in natural hair care products! There’s been a lot of misinformation out here on the interwebs: Silicones are BAD for...

TOP 3 LIES IN THE NATURAL HAIR COMMUNITY!

Let’s talk about silicones, the water only method, and extracts in natural hair care products! There’s been a lot of misinformation out here on the interwebs: Silicones are BAD for...

IS RICE WATER REALLY TOXIC? A CHEMIST POINT OF VIEW

IS RICE WATER REALLY TOXIC? A CHEMIST POINT OF VIEW

Let’s talk about RICE WATER!! In this video I’m discussing some concerns you guys have had in regards to this topic. It’s great for hair growth, but is it really...

IS RICE WATER REALLY TOXIC? A CHEMIST POINT OF VIEW

Let’s talk about RICE WATER!! In this video I’m discussing some concerns you guys have had in regards to this topic. It’s great for hair growth, but is it really...

5 NATURAL HUMECTANTS THAT PROMOTE MOISTURE & LENGTH!

5 NATURAL HUMECTANTS THAT PROMOTE MOISTURE & LENGTH!

Humectants, how I love thee! Learn about some of baddest (good bad, not bad bad) humectants around! Add these to your leave-in, moisturizers, or hair spritz and wallah you got...

5 NATURAL HUMECTANTS THAT PROMOTE MOISTURE & LENGTH!

Humectants, how I love thee! Learn about some of baddest (good bad, not bad bad) humectants around! Add these to your leave-in, moisturizers, or hair spritz and wallah you got...

THE POLYQUATS YOUR CURLS NEED TO KNOW THIS SEASON!

THE POLYQUATS YOUR CURLS NEED TO KNOW THIS SEASON!

Polyquat…Polywhat?! Polyquaterniums (polyquats) are awesome catatonic (positive charge) polymer conditioners that provide amazing slip & conditioning for the hair. How? Polyquats have a positive charge that help to neutralize the...

THE POLYQUATS YOUR CURLS NEED TO KNOW THIS SEASON!

Polyquat…Polywhat?! Polyquaterniums (polyquats) are awesome catatonic (positive charge) polymer conditioners that provide amazing slip & conditioning for the hair. How? Polyquats have a positive charge that help to neutralize the...

ISSUES WITH MOISTURE? TRY THIS!

ISSUES WITH MOISTURE? TRY THIS!

Dry hair sucks, trust me I've been there. However, I've come up with a few EASY tips that myself and others have found super HELPFUL in obtaining more moisturized hair....

ISSUES WITH MOISTURE? TRY THIS!

Dry hair sucks, trust me I've been there. However, I've come up with a few EASY tips that myself and others have found super HELPFUL in obtaining more moisturized hair....

PERSONALIZED FLAXSEED GEL FOR YOUR CURLS! | EASIEST DIY!

PERSONALIZED FLAXSEED GEL FOR YOUR CURLS! | EASIEST DIY!

—Why Flaxseed?— Flaxseed is rich in Omega 3 fatty acids (curls BFF). This essential fatty acid is a key player in promoting healthy hair follicles which will assist in hair...

PERSONALIZED FLAXSEED GEL FOR YOUR CURLS! | EASIEST DIY!

—Why Flaxseed?— Flaxseed is rich in Omega 3 fatty acids (curls BFF). This essential fatty acid is a key player in promoting healthy hair follicles which will assist in hair...

Brown Sugar Honey Scalp Scrub

Brown Sugar Honey Scalp Scrub

—The Benefits— Brown sugar: Removes excessive build up from products, keeps pores clean, & stimulates scalp to promote hair growth. Honey: Helps remove bacteria & fungus from the scalp. Honey...

Brown Sugar Honey Scalp Scrub

—The Benefits— Brown sugar: Removes excessive build up from products, keeps pores clean, & stimulates scalp to promote hair growth. Honey: Helps remove bacteria & fungus from the scalp. Honey...

WHY YOU NEED TO LOOK FOR CATIONIC INGREDIENTS IN YOUR CONDITIONER!

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WHY YOU NEED TO LOOK FOR CATIONIC INGREDIENTS IN YOUR CONDITIONER!

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