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When the world is blowing up, you have two choices: Blow up with it or find shelter. For me, shelter became hours of digesting Instagram infographics, mostly from Black women writing about racial gaslighting, anti-Blackness and, most gloriously, radical self-love. While I was reposting, championing and connecting with these women from around the globe, a […]

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Growing up, I had one of those moms that could do almost anything. She cooked jerk chicken, built shelves and, most importantly, she could braid. When I was younger, I would sit on a pillow in front of the TV and get my hair done by her capable hands. After marathoning Charmed or One Tree […]

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The high-puff hairstyle is a timeless go-to that’s both classic and playful. Like any other ponytail, it’s achieved by simply gathering the hair at the top of your head into a “puff.” However, our current obsession with minimalist beauty has us all seriously questioning the high puff’s versatility. A simple “high puff hairstyles” search on […]

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R&B singer H.E.R. has been racking up accolades. Last year alone, she snagged two Grammys, including for Song of the Year (she already has several nominations for 2022) and an Academy Award for Best Original Song for “Fight for You,” featured in Judas and the Black Messiah. It feels like the California native is just […]

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It’s probably not news that we often look to change up our hairstyle after experiencing a highly stressful or traumatic event (like, say, a breakup, or, you know, living through a pandemic.)  If you’re looking for some curly hair ideas that don’t involve straightening your hair on the daily, look no further. We mined the […]

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As the seasons change, so too do our curls. The unforgiving nature of the Canadian winter means taking refuge inside our dry, heated homes and putting our curls (which spend the season fighting the friction of wintry accessories from toques to on-trend balaclavas) up into a protective style. The result? Dehydrated hair in desperate need […]

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For Los Angeles natives Tonya Thompson and Sharie Wilson, what started as a passion project in their garage quickly turned into the DreamGirls hair salon along with a brand that surpassed $2.5 million in sales in its first year and has amassed a loyal following of over 50,000 on Instagram (@dreamgirlshair). The sister duo specializes […]

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Heat and colour damage is hard to repair, plain and simple, and, to be honest, it can be one of the most discouraging parts of your natural curly hair care journey, especially when it’s due to methods you’ve used with the intention of actually elevating your style. However, there is hope at the end of […]

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The holiday season is right around the corner, and so it’s time to start thinking about party-ready curly hairstyles fit to hit the circuit of get-togethers and fancy fêtes! Whether you’re celebrating virtually or going out on the town, get inspired with these three celeb-approved holiday looks for textured hair. We spoke to Toronto-based hairstylist […]

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Many of us are delighted to be able to return to salons and unload our tresses (and stresses) onto our stylist’s chair. When it comes to cutting curly hair, it’s a unique experience that should be handled with care. It’s also best to avoid a DIY cut, which can “lead to an uneven disaster,” says […]

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Perfecting a blowout for textured hair at home can seem like a challenge, but according to Naeemah LaFond, a celeb and runway stylist who’s worked with Whitney Peak and Christopher John Rogers, it’s all about making sure you’re considering every single step of the process, including the products you’re using in the shower. Here, LaFond, […]

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Winter is coming, which means the season for protective hairstyles is also upon us. The best part? These styles are set-it-and-forget-it. However, while its relatively easy to maintain these looks, its important to stay on top of daily dirt and build up, especially as you look to remove your style and get your hair back […]

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