Figuring it all out

Styling guides for all your natural hair needs!

Loc Week: Zue’s Fuchsia Hues (and violet and blonde)

12.06.2011 how to
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I met Zue a couple weeks ago while in Seattle for the EcoGlamour event and swooned over her fuchsia, purple, and blond locs cut into a striking style. The blogger in me immediately began snapping pics and asking questions and it turns out that Miss Zue is a stylist herself! I asked her to share with us some of her expertise in coloring and how she created this unique and distinctive natural hair style!

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I cut hair way more often than I should…

12.02.2011 how to
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…especially considering I’m not a professional stylist. Most recently it was a friend’s blonde wig who is in a David Bowie cover band and wanted something more “edgy” for the stage (what up Lloyd!?). I really try to avoid cutting hair because I get super nervous that I will mess it up and that they will hate me for ever when they depart with a hack job, so I try to turn people down as much as possible. But what was I supposed to do this time?! She’s my Nana and she asked me to give her a cut!

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Bold Prints+Big Hair at the Turk+Taylor Launch Party

11.30.2011 events
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Last week I had the pleasure of attending the launch party of San Francisco-based eco-chic line Turk+Taylor. Know for it’s use of recycled fabrics and environmentally friendly materials, Turk+Taylor has become a darling of West Coast retailers with an eye for how to bring “green” to the world of fashion. Last week’s show featured bold prints and big hair. Read on for details on how to get BOTH!

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Adventures in Silicones: here we go!

11.17.2011 how to

A few truly tempting, but silicone-laden, products from very reputable companies have rolled across my desk and while once I would have passed them on to a friend who doesn’t care about ingredients, I’m now wondering if I can be smart about my silicone usage and incorporate them into my regimen without the potential of cleansing dryness.

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D.I.Y…..deodorant?

10.13.2011 how to
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Mmhmm! A homemade deodorant recipe!

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Bedtime + Morning Routine Video!

09.15.2011 how to
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A video on how I prep my hair before bedtime and revive in the morning!

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Reader Question: Using a Hooded Dryer at Home

09.08.2011 how to
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Reader asks about how I used a hooded dryer in my styling routine and potential for damage

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Stephanie’s Komaza Transitioning Update and Lookin’ Great!

08.31.2011 Giveaways
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Komaza regimen established and products in hand, Stephanie updates us on her progress!

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New Routine! New [af]Rotation! New Vid! OH MY!

08.24.2011 how to
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Step-by-step instructions on how I’ve revamped my signature style!

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My 5-Minute Wash’n'Go Video!

07.27.2011 how to
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