Posted by Handoyo susanto | 10:05 AM

What are your healthy hair and body resolutions for the New Year?  Mine are: - get back to prepooing with coconut oil (I've been slacki...

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Posted by Handoyo susanto | 9:47 AM

I'm fan of Sunshower143 for her diligent twisting regimen and healthy hair.  Enjoy:

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Posted by Handoyo susanto | 9:16 AM

PREP WEEK #3: December 19-25.    To join the challenge, see this  post . Use this week to draft your healthy meal plan for 3in6: For the cha...

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Posted by Handoyo susanto | 9:15 AM

NOTE:  I am not paid to review this product. Purpose:  Moisturizer Ingredients:  Theobroma grandiflorum (Cupuacu) Butter, Astrocaryum Murumu...

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Posted by Handoyo susanto | 10:14 AM

For the full article, click here .  Share your own ingredient swaps below.

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Posted by Handoyo susanto | 8:43 AM

PREP WEEK #2: December 11-18.    To join the challenge, see this  post . Use this week to adjust your regimen for 3in6: Determine what prote...

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Posted by Handoyo susanto | 10:30 AM

*Check your hair scissors periodically.  Dull scissors can contribute to split ends. *Mix one part of pure honey with two parts conditioner ...

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Posted by Handoyo susanto | 10:36 AM

With the increasing interest in probiotics (bacteria that help maintain the natural balance of organisms in the intestines), it is importan...

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Posted by Handoyo susanto | 8:50 AM

PREP WEEK #1: December 4-10.   To join the challenge, see this post . Use this week to get a fresh trim or cut.  The following reasons are w...

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Posted by Handoyo susanto | 10:07 AM

Just in time for the New Year!  This challenge will run from January 1 - July 1 2012 .  Below are the details.   Are you in?   Mark your spo...

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Posted by Handoyo susanto | 9:54 AM

With winter around the corner, here are a couple of ways to "winterize" your hair and skin care regimens: Hair: Winterize Your Was...

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Posted by Handoyo susanto | 9:38 AM

TRIM:  I'm trimming 3/4" of an inch.  My method is to put my hair in jumbo twists and trim the ends of the twists.  ( I recommend d...

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Posted by Handoyo susanto | 6:35 AM

Wasijiru 11/25 thru 11/26 30% off w/ coupon code BLKFRI30 Anita Grant 11/24 7pm to 11/30 7pm 20% off entire store with free global shipping....

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Posted by Handoyo susanto | 10:46 AM

Please pay attention to the disclaimer in the video .

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Posted by Handoyo susanto | 10:25 AM

A comment was left by one of my readers stating that Afro-textured hair is drier because the scalp produces less sebum than those with natur...

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Posted by Handoyo susanto | 8:48 AM

Here is a repost from July 26, 2009!!  Just in time for the Fall. What causes these dry ends? Sebum is the hair and scalp's natural con...

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Posted by Handoyo susanto | 9:50 AM

On repeat:  Braided bun Sounds like:  Sade Interlude:  bi-weekly washes & detangling; weekly moisturizing

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Posted by Handoyo susanto | 9:45 AM

The "tension method" is a gentler way to blow dry your tresses.  Below are two video tutorials depending on your hair's state...

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Posted by Handoyo susanto | 10:42 AM

For one, combatting the urge to perm my hair: I think it's inevitable for most naturals to get that urge to perm their hair.  A horrid d...

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Posted by Handoyo susanto | 11:07 AM

For information on whether cooking oils are good or bad and which ones to use or avoid , check out this read .

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Posted by Handoyo susanto | 8:11 AM

Just use baking soda, corn starch, coconut oil, and essential oil ...

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Posted by Handoyo susanto | 1:26 PM

{Stretched texture shot} heat training /het 'tran iNG /  Noun the loosening of one's natural curl pattern through  the  regular ap...

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Posted by Handoyo susanto | 6:47 AM

Chicoro is someone I would describe as an afro-textured hair growth guru .  She shares a wealth of FREE information to subscribers of her ...

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Posted by Handoyo susanto | 1:03 PM

Let go.   Put a period on your past.  Below is a video all about it, by a favorite youtuber.

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Posted by Handoyo susanto | 4:00 PM

Hi Readers, Feel free to join the new  Healthy Hair and Body  forum  here .  (Or click the "Forum" link above.)  It is  your place...

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Posted by Handoyo susanto | 11:47 AM

By popular demand, the 3in6 challenge will be back ... but in January 2012!   It'll be a great way to begin the new year.  For the time ...

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Posted by Handoyo susanto | 11:41 AM

"Dehydration ... results in less blood and oxygen flow to the brain and dilated blood vessels."   Hence, the migraine.  For the co...

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Posted by Handoyo susanto | 6:25 AM

In this video ,  DearNaptural85 discusses "eating well and organic living" .  As part of her discussion, she shares her thoughts ...

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Posted by Handoyo susanto | 6:23 AM

In case you've missed them, here are healthy-haired women who have been featured on the blog: Natural: NowIamnappy Natural: MissAlinaRos...

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Posted by Handoyo susanto | 6:46 AM

{ February photo} See  "3in6 Challenge"  details  here . Hey, ladies!  The challenge has come to an end.  Six months of health...

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Posted by Handoyo susanto | 6:44 AM

NOTE:  I am not paid to review this product.  This product was purchased via my own pocket and curiosity. Ingredients:  unknown.  Number of ...

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Posted by Handoyo susanto | 5:48 AM

Gotta love that omega-3, algae, social interaction, and ... For more, read the full article .

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Posted by Handoyo susanto | 11:02 AM

See "3in6 Challenge" details here . The box braids were a success!! I wore them for 5 weeks and spent a few hours taking them do...

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Posted by Handoyo susanto | 11:00 AM

Reader's Question: "Hey! I just had to say that I love your blog .... I cut off the rest of my relaxed ends after a 23 month transi...

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Posted by Handoyo susanto | 9:37 AM

UPDATE: Post coming in mid August! _____________________________ The topic of "heat training" natural hair is a very controversial...

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Posted by Handoyo susanto | 9:20 AM

NOTE:  I am not paid to review this product.  This product was purchased via my own pocket and curiosity. Purpose:  To remove nail polish fr...

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Posted by Handoyo susanto | 9:03 AM

Trichologist Lisa Akbari has a youtube series on "Ask the Hair Doctor".  Here is one of her video responses.  For more, check out ...

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Posted by Handoyo susanto | 10:05 AM

These are some ways I prevent my nape area from locking while in twists .  Hopefully, they are helpful to you as well: Rule #1: Re-twist th...

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Posted by Handoyo susanto | 9:30 AM

Purpose:  To remove blackheads (and whiteheads). Ingredients:  egg white Number of trials:  2 How I used it: � Wash face as usual � Apply eg...

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Posted by Handoyo susanto | 9:25 AM

{Box braids (with twisted ends)} See  "3in6 Challenge"  details  here . Last weekend, I did box braids for the first time since go...

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Posted by Handoyo susanto | 9:10 AM

I ordered nail polish, nail polish remover, and a 2-in-1 base coat from Karma Organics .  The package is on the way, and a review will be p...

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Posted by Handoyo susanto | 10:54 PM

This will be a short series on my attempt to finish a few remaining products from my 'product junkie' (PJ) days. product junkie  /...

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Posted by Handoyo susanto | 9:29 AM

I've never been a big nail polish wearer, but things have changed.  Recently, I've begun painting my nails on the weekends as part o...

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Posted by Handoyo susanto | 9:22 AM

See  "3in6 Challenge"  details  here . So after almost 3 months in twists, I (and my edges) needed a break.   Last weekend I wore ...

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Posted by Handoyo susanto | 9:25 AM

From previous experiences, I knew that applying coconut oil to my face would cause acne, but I just had to ignore that lesson, didn't I...

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Posted by Handoyo susanto | 9:21 AM

This will be a short series on my attempt to finish a few remaining products from my 'product junkie' (PJ) days. product junkie /...

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