HAIR HAPPINESS: The Psychology of Hair
HAIR HAPPINESS: The Psychology of Hair Our lives are overloaded, mine included. We are in multiple places doing multiple things on any given day. Through the hustle and bustle of life, how do we hold it all together? Real talk. By Chioma Nkwodimmah Valcourt How we feel on the inside and how we look on the outside are really important to our physical, spiritual and mental health. 20+ years in the hair and beauty industry has confirmed for me that inner and outer... Read More
The Beauty Diet
10 foods that will enhance the way you look Discover a new and beautiful you from the inside out. By Yvelette Stines No matter how many beauty products you may use, your eating habits play a major role in the structure of your hair, skin and nails. “Beauty comes from within and what you eat will enhance your appearance,” says Nwenna Kai, raw food expert and author of “The Raw Food Goddess” (www.nwennakai.com). Other experts agree that what you put in your body... Read More
When Function Meets Style
Hair that works — in the gym and the office by chioma nkwodimmah valcourtFall is a time of transformation and it’s not just the weather. From fashion to hair and the changing leaves, it’s all about transformation. During this time, too, women often ask about the best hairstyles. What they’re really asking is whether they can transform into the images they see in media. Or when they see their favorite celebrities pull off amazing looks like Rihanna’s... Read More
Learn Your Health Status Through Your Hair
Worried about your health? Take a look at your hair because it might be trying to tell you something. Your scalp may only need a little love, or it could be more serious, like a reaction to medication or illness. Either way, it’s time to pay attention to what your hair is saying. Don’t sweat the small stuff, like dandruff. The white flakes are caused by an over-accumulation of oil, skin cells or fungus, says Lyla Blake-Gumbs, M.D., a Cleveland family medicine physician. If... Read More
Hot Weather Hair Tips
Hot Weather Hair Tips by chioma nkwodimmah valcourt With record-breaking hot temperatures, humid weather and Martha & the Vandellas’ hit song Heat Wave on the playlist, it’s hard to have great-looking hair in the summer. Here is some advice: For Moist Hair In moist weather, you may be concerned about starting your day with one fabulous look and by the end of the day not recognizing yourself in the mirror. Your optimal look can be achieved with a roller set, twists or diffused... Read More
The New Natural
Comedienne Wanda Sykes does it. Actress Tracee Ellis Ross and “Extra” co-host Tanika Ray have made it their signature. It’s always been a part of Jill Scott’s style repertoire. Even Beyoncé’s little sister, Solange, is flirting with it. What’s the “it” that these beauties share? They’ve embraced their textured tresses and are taking the look to stylish new heights. And according to top stylists we spoke to, they’re not the only ones. A major reason for this... Read More
