Cantu is an American brand that specializes in natural hair products. This is a favourite among many naturalistas because of the price (products range from Kshs 1,050 – 2,200) and pretty packaging. I use a wide variety of natural hair products, but what stands out the most to me is Cantu’s line of shea infused […]
It takes time to look presentable whether you’re a man or a woman. However, time is a luxury that most people cannot afford. Maybe you’re just not an early riser. You’ve hit the snooze button way too much that you’ve lost a good 20 minutes. There’s no need to waste more time in the morning […]
Jojoba oil, compared to coconut oil, has a number of overriding benefits. Its extracted from a shrub and packaged in its natural form. However, jojoba oil is slightly more expensive than coconut oil since it’s harder to obtain. But, trust me, it’s worth your coin. Here are some benefits jojoba oil has over coconut oil. […]
An itchy scalp is caused by different factors such as dirt, skin condition and dryness. For whichever reason, an itchy scalp can be irritating, inconveniencing and other times, it can be embarrassing. There are better and healthier ways to relieve your scalp other than using chemical shampoos. To avoid unnecessary irritation, here are various ways […]
The hot season is the perfect time to give weaves a break and try something new with your hair. There’s nothing that sends you to the hairdresser faster than itchy, smelly hair. So, to avoid all that, choose one of these fun hairstyles that are just as chic as a Brazilian weave. Snap clips Plain […]
The Fire Safety and burn’s awareness week 2018 has kicked off and is expected to come to an end on Friday, 7th September. The theme for 2018, ‘Zuia Moto, Zuia Gharama’ is aimed at having a campaign focusing on the cost of fires and how to prevent them. Fires have been reported in multitudes […]
Every girl desires luscious, thick hair growing out of her scalp. For some, it comes easily while for others you have to put in some more effort. Nonetheless, hair care is an important part of beauty. The following are some things to look out for in your hair journey. Diet Not only does hair contain […]
When I think of a well-groomed man, Jiddena comes to mind. He is so well put together, I can only imagine how organized his life must be. Grooming helps you look and feel better which, in turn, leads to more productivity and a good old self-esteem boost. Keep in mind these tips on how to […]
Dreadlocks. It doesn’t seem right that a decision related to a choice of hairstyle should require so much interrogation and research before your park yourself in that salon chair but really you should take your time in arriving at the decision to loc your hair. So here’s a few things to think about before you […]
Having had relaxed hair for a decade, you can be sure I have gone through a bunch of hair products. Sadly when it comes to hair, I landed at the lower end of the ‘good hair’ gene pool in my family. I have extremely coarse and dry hair. It is like the combination of steel […]
If you are a naturalista you know the struggles of keeping your hair looking good and tangle free. There are however some great ways that you can style your natural hair so that it lasts for a while. The most automatic thing we do with natural hair is blow dry but with this cold weather […]
The Black Butterfly Salon is situated in Viking House, Westlands along Waiyaki Way. It provides beauty services for ladies, children and even the gents are taken care off. It also deals in products and merchandise such as the sale of Mizani products. I had a chance to experience the services offered at the salon first […]
I’ve been thinking about coconuts recently. Why would I be thinking of the tropical fruits that have you picturing laying on a beach somewhere sipping on a cocktail from a coconut shell? Could I be planning a vacation to some island? Not exactly although who wouldn’t think of a vacation with this Nairobi weather. I’m […]
The struggle with ensuring that your hair is healthy is making sure that it has all the requirements it needs. This means having products for moisturizing, strengthening and products that promote healthy hair growth. So you often need to buy different products to cater to all these needs. I have been using the Mizani Miracle […]
The newly launched AfroUrembo App is set to help customers seeking beautician services in Nairobi. The application is designed to link all the beauty shops registered to the customers from the comfort of their mobile phone. Looking for beauticians can be a struggle especially in Nairobi. If you are not lucky to get a referral […]