What up-and-coming natural hair brands should we be talking about?
There are the giants — Oyin, Qhemet, Kinky Curly, Carol’s Daughter, Miss Jessie’s — and then there are the up and comers; women quietly mixing
There are the giants — Oyin, Qhemet, Kinky Curly, Carol’s Daughter, Miss Jessie’s — and then there are the up and comers; women quietly mixing
One of the funnest things about natural hair is the way products smell — honey, pomegranate, lavender, mango — there are ALL kinds of scents
Today we want to know: What is your favorite styling gel?! If you’ve tried different kinds, please tell us how they stack up against each
Reader TJ says; I am a new reader of your blog, fantastic information as I am hooked. My burning question to other naturals is regarding
Reader Tiffany says; Hey Leila, I have a question and wonder if the BGLH community can help me. I have very fine hair and, after
Castor, coconut, jojoba, olive, tea tree, peppermint, and the list goes on…. There are SOOO many oils that naturals can use! Each oil is unique
Continuing our conversation on products & practices, today we want to know about co-washing! What is your favorite co-wash conditioner!
Reader NLB says; I’m in the market for a good hair butter. Something that will leave my hair supple and easy to manage. I just
In between washes, what products do you use to style your dry hair? I’m talking products that provide hold, moisture, softness, definition and (if relevant)
Today we want to know which products give you the best amount of slip when you’re prepping your hair for detangling. Please share!!
Yesterday style icon Shondi mentioned that she uses UltraSheen grease in her hair, with great success. This brave admission generated some really interesting discussion about

By Jc of The Natural Haven Finding claims on hair products that look dubious is quite easy. I generally maintain a healthy level of scepticism
By Audrey Sivasothy, author of The Science of Black Hair: A Comprehensive Guide to Textured Hair Care Essential oils are lightweight, volatile oils with high capabilities
By Jc of The Natural Haven It can take a long time to search and find your perfect staple conditioner and becoming a product junkie