Category Archives: Global Couture

7 Ways To Avoid Single Strand Knots

Hey Maicurlies,

I wanted to share my latest article on Global Couture about “7 Ways to avoid Single Strand Knots”.

7 ways to avoid single strand knots

If you are anything like me (and most naturals I know) you have probably experienced, experiencing or potentially will experience the dreaded Single Strand Knots (SSK’s).

By winnond – Ropes And Knots www.freedigitalphotos.net

If you are not plagued by SSK’s (lucky!) or are newly natural and not sure what I am talking about then let me explain: they are teeny tiny knots formed by our natural hair curling up on itself as it grows and which results in a knot! Sounds insane right? But it happens (believe you me!) The knots are also referred to as fairy knots – because they are so tiny that “fairies” must have made them.

In my article I explain the different ways in which they can be formed as well as some steps you can take to help keep the numbers down. Now, I am not saying theses are 7 ways to avoid SSK’s completely because in my experience it is close to impossible to get rid of them without cutting your hair off and chances are as you hair regrows they will return (dumdumdum) 😛 But there steps you can take to help keep them under control.

One things I will say is that as my hair has grown I have noticed more SSK’s and if I do a Wash-n-go I get more! If I don’t detangle my hair properly there they are, if I constantly wear my hair out….you guessed it…there they are!

Hopefully the article will help you get a better understanding about SSK’s, why they develop and how you can try tame them.

Do you have SSK’s? If so, what steps do you take to keep them under control? I would love to hear from you!

Thanks

Maicurls

Benefits and uses of Apple Cider Vinegar for Natural Hair – Global Couture

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Hey Maicurlies,

Yup, I want to share yet another article I wrote for Global Couture.

photo credit: artizone via photopin cc

The article is about Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV), its properties, benefits and uses. For some of you ACV might already be part of your routine to cleanse your hair, while others use it as a final rinse to close your cuticles but did you know you can actually also make a few homemade recipes using ACV? Visit the blog and check out my article for more details!

Benefits and uses of Apple Cider Vinegar for Natural Hair

Personally, I use it as a cleanser for my hair on a weekly basis which you can read on my blog here. I have also used it diluted with water to make a face toner but I must say my Rosewater toner (I have a video about it) is to die for…that smell :D.

Do you use ACV? If so in what way? I would love to hear from you!

Thanks

Maicurls

What are some reasons people have given you why they “CAN’T? go natural?

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Hey Maicurlies,

I have a new contribution article on Global Couture and this one can be considered as a “debate” (a constructive one I hope).

Global Couture asked the question “What are some reasons people have given you why they ‘CAN’T’ go natural?” on all of their social media platforms to start a little healthy discussion.

What are some reasons people have given you why they “CAN’T” go natural

Now, I have to say I am NOT one to force anyone into anything they themselves do not want to do and that includes going back natural. Going back natural should be a personal decision made for the right reasons, basically doing it because it is something you want to do. If you try and force someone to go back natural and they are not ready chances are they will find it even harder, they might regret their decision and who knows they might actually resent you because they feel like you pressured them. So “peer-pressuring” is a no no!

However, I have come across people who have the funniest comments as to why they do not think they can go back natural. If someone says “I do not want to go back natural because I just do not want to and it is my right”. I completely agree with that instead of some of the “funny” comments I’ve heard/read.

Anyways, in the article Global Couture collected the most popular 15 “reasons” that naturals have said others told them why they can’t go natural and provided a few responses to the comments.

You can read the full article here.

Have you come across similar statements? I would love to hear from you!

Thanks

Maicurls

Making the right product choices (part 2)

Making the right product choices

My article on: How to take care of an itchy scalp – in Global Couture

Guest Blogger on Global Couture

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Hello Maicurlies!

I hope you are having a fantastic day!

I have a new favorite Natural & Fashion Site that I want to do a little “shout out” to, Global Couture. For those of you already in the know…isn’t it an AMAZING Site?? I love it! And for those of you that haven’t checked it out (yet) DO IT! The owner, the lovely Ms. Patricia Kelly not only has a blog/site but also has an online store where you can find accessories, appearal, bags even phone covers. Please do check out her Store.

I am proud to say that I am now a new guest contributor to Global Couture and have already had one article posted.

Is your hair breaking or shedding?

You can read the whole post here.

They are actually looking for contributors so in case you are looking to gain a little experience in writing for a very professional blog please click on the image below to find out details of how you can join the team!