How to Put on a Bonnet & How to Preserve Curls at Night
Today’s video is a simple one, but something I get asked very often is how to put on a bonnet and the best ways to preserve your curls at night. With naturally curly hair, it’s best to protect your curls at night in order to prolong your wash days. There are several ways to protect […]
Plopping vs. Not Plopping. Does it make a difference? + How to Plop Curls
In this week’s video, I’ll be showing you how to plop curly hair, and comparing a routine with plopping versus not plopping. Does it really make a difference? Let’s compare my results! What is plopping? Plopping is when you place your hair on top of your head in a hair towel or t-shirt. Plopping is […]
Does Curl Training Work? + How to Use Olaplex No. 3 for Tighter Curls
For today’s testing video, I’m comparing the results of the curl training method while using Olaplex No 3., compared to using Olaplex No. 3 by itself. Special thanks to LookFantasic.com for sponsoring this post, and for providing y’all with 20% off code GENA that you can use on Olaplex and other items on their site! […]
Upright Styling Routine vs. Upside Down Styling Curly Hair
Today I’m putting more styling techniques to the test, and comparing my results side-by-side. Many people with curls like styling their hair upside down, because they can work on creating curl clumps while getting great volume. I typically style my curls in the upright position because I can work on perfecting the way my curls […]
How to Scrunch without Frizz + Tips for Wet Frizz
Everyone battles frizz with naturally curly hair, and sometimes it’s inevitable. However a lot of the frizz can be controlled when your hair is still wet, and when you’re applying your styling products. Today, I’m sharing some tips and techniques for when you’re scrunching your curls, so that you can still get great definition but […]
Tips for Low Density, Thin Curls, and Fine Hair + Wash Day Routine
Do you have thin curls (low density) and/or fine curly hair? It can be so tough to get fuller looking curls and everything seems to weigh down your hair. I’m compiling my best tips for managing low density curls, a wash day routine for definition AND volume, styling tips, and what haircuts and styles are […]
Denman Brush vs. No Denman Brush Styling Routines Compared
Today I’m putting the infamous Denman Brush to the test, and comparing my routine when I use the brush, versus a routine not using the brush. Both routines will use the same products and the same styling steps. I am also going to be showing you how to create the Denman Brush effect using a […]
New Haircut! Getting Rid of Stringy ends + Tips for Low Density Curls
I’m so excited to share my new haircut with y’all! It’s been WAY overdue. Why I Cut My Hair I finally bit the bullet and got quite a bit cut off to help with my thin ends. I’ve struggled with the balance of wanting long hair, but also having fullness at the ends. Since I […]
How to Pre-Poo with Oil & Dry Detangle
In today’s video, I’m showing you how to do a pre-poo treatment and how to dry detangle your naturally curly hair to stop breakage and dryness. Why you Should Pre-Poo If you suffer from breakage and split ends, even though you take great care of your naturally curly hair, it could be caused by detangling. […]
Wet Styling vs. Damp Styling Curly Hair Compared
I’ve always found it fascinating how when styling naturally curly hair, you can make just one slight tweak and completely change your results. You never know what you’re going to get with curly hair. Sometimes you might have more definition and less volume, and some days you might have mega volume and not know how […]
