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Why I Don’t Use Braids to Grow My Hair

Why I Don’t Use Braids to Grow My Hair

Braids can be a protective style but if done improperly they can be more damaging then beneficial.  I personally did not use individual braids with extensions much at all on my hair growth journey. Watch the video above to find out why. Try these tips to keep your hair healthy while wearing braids Do not […]

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My Top 5 Hair Growth Tips for Natural Hair

My Top 5 Hair Growth Tips for Natural Hair

So I asked you all to let me know if you had any questions. Over 30 people sent me messages and the #1 question asked was “How do I grow my hair longer?”  Now people asked it in various ways but essentially it was the same question.  How do I get from where I am […]

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Three Must Try Apps Before Visiting the Salon

Three Must Try Apps Before Visiting the Salon

Not sure what to do with your hair? We all experience it, ladies. Ready for a new hairstyle but scared how it will look on you? If you follow me on Facebook and Instagram then you know that I recently cut my hair and I’m loving it!  Maybe you’re not quite ready to make that […]

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Meet MsLala & Step up your hair game!

Meet MsLala & Step up your hair game!

Have you been reading my site and still want more information? Meet me in person at the Fit Fro Expo hosted by Crown N Glory hair. At this event you will learn how to care for your hair, body, and spirit to live a healthy natural lifestyle.  I am speaking on the topic of growing […]

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Clean Scalp for Longer Hair

Clean Scalp for Longer Hair

A healthy clean scalp is the perfect environment for growing your hair longer faster.  Build up on the scalp and hair can directly impact your hair growth and ability to retain length.  While I enjoy using moisturizing shampoos and cowashing can leave the hair soft I STRONGLY encourage everyone to have a clarifying shampoo in […]

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Hair Growth Cycle

Hair Growth Cycle

If you are learning how to grow your hair it is critical that you understand the hair growth cycle and how it works.  This will help you make the right decisions to maximize you own personal hair growth.  There are a lot of misconceptions and myths taught about hair growth.  Check out this video by […]

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Combing and detangling natural hair

Combing and detangling natural hair

One of the biggest changes I made in my hair routine was handling my hair more gently.  Particularly I changed how I combed my hair, the frequency I combed and detangled, and the tools I used to comb. Here are some important tips that have helped me reduce breakage and grow my  natural hair to […]

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Protein Moisture Balance

Protein Moisture Balance

Understanding and paying attention to your hair elasticity is one of the major keys to stopping hair breakage. Elasticity is basically the hairs ability to stretch. Simply put hair that is dry and brittle breaks easily. Hair that is elastic and more flexible is less likely to break when being manipulated and this is what […]

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What is Hair Breakage

What is Hair Breakage

For years I thought breakage was normal. I would look at my sink full of broken hair and assume that’s just what hair did. However it does not have to be that way. Scientists have conducted studies to figure out the specifics of hair. Although there is no known structural or chemical difference between afro […]

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Irresistible Me Diamond Flat Iron Product Review

Irresistible Me Diamond Flat Iron Product Review

The Irresistible Me Diamond Professional Styling Iron is by far the best flat iron I have used.  The price is reasonable in comparison to other high end flat irons and it actually works. I flat ironed my hair in one pass and I did not have to blow dry my hair straight first which is […]

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