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10 Powerful Tips for Healthy & Thriving Type 4 Hair

Managing your natural type 4 hair can be tricky at times, with a lot of confusion around how to properly care for it. Like every other topic out there, the internet is filled with thousands of articles and videos on how to  properly care for your natural hair. Though beneficial, all that information can very quickly become overwhelming, and that is where this article comes in. 

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Cardi B Flaunts Long Natural Hair Along With Effective DIY Mask

Cardi b’s healthy hair growth journey has been quite a long and challenging one, with most of her fans being there from her time of struggle in the past to the present, where her hair is currently thriving and flourishing. In the days before her fame, the superstar’s natural hair was barely seen. And when it was, it always looked short, damaged, and kept in braids most of the time.

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Products And Tools: 13 Must-Haves For Thriving After A Big Chop

So you just got a big chop, now what?! The answer is: Now everything!! 

For a start, I’d like to say congratulations on taking the plunge. Change is not always easy and you’re one hell of a queen for being brave. If you’ve been natural for a couple of years, hold strong, cuz you’re about to miss your long hair. And if you were a relaxed hair girlie, welcome to the club!  Cutting your hair is a liberating and empowering experience. But with a fresh start comes a new haircare routine, and with that too, comes new requirements in terms of products and tools. Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. 

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What is type 4 hair? How to Identify and Care for It

Is your hair a tightly coiled masterpiece, defying gravity and growing upwards with a springy texture? If that’s so, you very likely have type 4 hair, often called black hair, natural hair, or afro hair.

Often misunderstood as “difficult,” these coils hold immense beauty and potential. They could be challenging yet stunning and versatile as they hold a world of opportunities, waiting to be explored. Intriguing as that may sound, it can be hard to figure out where to even begin.

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Curl Type Magic: The Ultimate Guide to Identifying Your Curl Pattern

Understanding your curl pattern is the first step to unlocking healthy, beautiful curls. It is as important as the hair products you use, or the techniques you embed in your hair care routine.  A good knowledge of your curl pattern makes it easier to make the right decisions in matters that affect your hair