If your scalp gets dry, itchy, or uncomfortable, finding a leave-in conditioner that moisturizes your hair without leaving it feeling greasy or weighed down can be surprisingly difficult. I’ve been using the As I Am Dry & Itchy Scalp Care Leave-In Conditioner myself, and honestly, I’ve been impressed with it. The first thing that stood…
Author: everywaver
How to Fix a Bad Haircut
We’ve all been there. You sit down in the barber’s chair looking relatively confident. You show the barber the picture. You explain what you want. You nod along as the clippers start flying. Then you get handed the mirror. And suddenly you’re staring at a completely different person. Maybe the fade is uneven. Maybe one…
How to Get 360 Waves If You’re White
Let’s get you totally“White Boy Wavy” dude 🤘🏻🖖🏻🤙🏻 Let’s get one thing out of the way first: Yes, white guys can get 360 waves. No, there isn’t a secret rulebook hidden behind the barber shop counter that says you need to be Black to wear waves. Your hair doesn’t check your ethnicity before deciding whether…
How to Keep Braids Looking Fresh: 12 Tips for Longer-Lasting Braids
Getting a fresh set of braids can completely change your look. The problem is keeping them looking fresh after the first few days. Between sleeping, sweating, washing your hair, product buildup, frizz, and everyday wear, even the best-installed braids can start looking rough over time. The good news is that proper maintenance can help your…
Does Eating Cooter Make Your Beard Grow? The Truth About Beard Growth Myths
There are a lot of beard-growth myths floating around. Some say shaving makes your beard grow back thicker. Some swear by certain oils. Others claim that lifting weights, eating specific foods, or even having more sex can make your facial hair grow faster. And then there’s the old one: Does oral sex make your beard…
Selsun Blue vs. Head & Shoulders: Which Shampoo Is Actually Best for Black Hair?
Choosing the right shampoo can be confusing, especially when you have Black hair. Walk into any store and you’ll see dozens of bottles promising to eliminate flakes, stop itching, repair damage, and restore your scalp. The problem is that not every shampoo is designed with textured hair in mind. For Black men and Black women,…
Tuskegee University’s New Dress Code Just Reopened One of Black America’s Oldest Debates
What the Policy Actually Says According to Brown’s message to incoming students and their families, the university wants students arriving on campus ready for professional settings, business suits and appropriate shoes included for events like formal university functions. Alongside the attire changes, the school is also tightening cell phone use during class and attendance expectations….
Professional Hairstyles for Black Women: Why Your Natural Hair Belongs in Any Office
Let’s clear something up right away. There is no such thing as an “unprofessional” natural hairstyle. Locs, afros, braids, twists, and wash and go curls are all professional, because professionalism was never actually about your hair texture in the first place. It’s about how you carry yourself, how you do your job, and how you…
How to tie a durag for braids and waves by @finenwavy on TikTok
Time and time again we have seen countless “how to tie a durag” videos on social media. Some good, some not so good, but when we come across something actually worth sharing then we share it. @finenwavy on TikTok (@kisolibtv on Instagram) shows us how to properly rag up with precision with a crisp, clear,…
Durag Etiquette: When, Where, and How Long Is Too Long?
If you’ve ever gotten a side-eye for wearing your durag somewhere, or debated with a partner about whether it’s coming off before bed, you already know this topic gets people talking. There’s no official rulebook for durag etiquette, but there are some patterns most of the community agrees on, and a few that spark real…