Starting locs with comb coils is no easy feat. That’s why it’s important to approach washing with care, especially in the initial stages. While it may feel like a frustrating, uphill battle, the ...

While having locs may cut down on the amount of time you spend doing your hair on a day-to-day basis, you still have to put in the work if you want to maintain the gorgeous style. That means ...

Washing your hair is commonly viewed as a straightforward, routine form of self-care. But the more that’s researched about how this seemingly simple task affects your hair health, the more confusion ...

Hair washing might be a simple and straightforward process but knowing how frequently to wash can be a challenge. A person’s hair texture and oil production levels play a factor in overall hair health ...

Emily Laurence is a journalist, freelance writer and certified health coach living in Raleigh, North Carolina. She specializes in writing about mental health, healthy aging and overall wellness. For ...

Two months ago, I had an experience at a braiding salon that left me so frustrated that I almost shaved my head. I came with my hair washed, detangled, and ready to be braided — but the hairstylist ...

People with oily hair or who use hair care products daily should consider washing their hair once every 1–2 days. People with dry hair can wash their hair less frequently. Those with textured or coily ...