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What Black Women Need to Know About Hair Loss

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According to an article found on WebMD, written by Kathleen Doheny, African American women have specific hair issues. In fact, Doheny says hair loss in common amongst black women. Similarly, Dr. Susan Taylor, a dermatologist and writer for the Huffington Post, refers to hair loss among black women as an epidemic. We have provided you with various types of hair loss in order for you to boost or … [Read more...]

Traveling to the Caribbean on a Budget

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The days are getting longer, kids are out of school and you been saving those vacation days since the holidays so you can get away from your annoying coworker who talks about how cute her dogs are everyday. The thought of going on a vacation, sitting on the beach with sand between your toes, clear blue seas and sipping a fruity beverage with an umbrella in it is amazing but the idea of planning … [Read more...]

Why wait? Travel Solo

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I found myself looking at a photographer’s travel diary and wishing I was the girl in the photos. You never saw her face, just her hand leading him through these remarkable destinations all around the world. And I thought, “wow, I can’t wait to do this with my husband”. So back to Target I go to look for single men. My “one day” turned into “this year” to “next year” then to “when I get married”. … [Read more...]

7 THINGS THAT NATURAL HAIR VETERANS (THOSE WITH OVER 10 YEARS IN THE GAME) ARE COMPLETELY OVER!

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1. Big Chop Anniversaries – some of us MAY remember the date that we cut all our hair off after that bad perm, tough semester in high school/college, horrible break-up/divorce, exhausting pregnancy ecetera but we really aren’t about all this fanfare for remembering those occasions and forcing our natural sisters to celebrate it with us. 2. Excessive Products and Accessories – many of us are … [Read more...]

My Travel Crush: Jeffery

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  Please tell us a little something about yourself. Well…Let’s see. I love bacon. I’m not sure how much more comprehensive I can be. That’s pretty much it. Aside from that, I’m a proud native of Chicago’s South Side. And although I’ve been in DC for nearly 11 years (wow), I will always self-identify as a Chicagoan. I’ve been a musician for my entire life, which is partially what … [Read more...]

5 Tips For Using Your mobile Phone Abroad

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Are you going on a business trip, studying abroad or planning to explore a new city? In these times, if you're young or old, it is almost impossible to not keep in touch with loved ones. Traveling abroad shouldn't be an excuse to stay disconnected. Here are 5 tips for using your mobile phone abroad. Get an International Plan Every major phone carrier has an international plan available. One of … [Read more...]

9 MUST HAVE DIY Pre Poo Recipes

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I spoke about my love affair with the pre-poo earlier this year when I started my 6 month 6 inches growth challenge for myself. I’ve been experimenting with a variety of pre-poo recipes. Especially now since we’ve entered the colder winter months up in NYC that require more special attention to moisture adding & retaining methods in your hair care regimen. A prepoo is a treatment you apply … [Read more...]