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A Fresh New Look, the Same Curlsmith Love: Here’s What’s New!

5 minutes read | Sharley Butcher

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What is Clarifying Shampoo ?

7 minutes read | Sharley Butcher

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Is Hard Water Ruining Your Curls? Here’s How to Fix Curly Hair Damaged by Hard Water Build-up.

11 minutes read | Gena Marie

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Hard Water vs Soft Water: How Water Type Effects Curly Hair

9 minutes read | Sharley Butcher

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Protein or Moisture? Learn What Your Curls Need

9 minutes read | Gena Marie

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Curly Haircare for Beginners

13 minutes read | Gena Marie

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The Importance of Maintaining A Healthy Scalp

6 minutes read | Gena Marie

Excessive Hair Shedding

What Causes Excessive Hair Shedding?

5 minutes read | Sharley Butcher

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Everything You Need to Know About Hair Texture

8 minutes read | Gena Marie

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Hair Density: Meaning, Identify & Care

7 minutes read | Gena Marie

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5 Ways to Protect Curls at Night

6 minutes read | Sharley Butcher

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TOP TIPS TO IDENTIFY & CARE FOR TYPE 4 HAIR

7 minutes read | Gaia Tonanzi

type 3 hair explained

TOP TIPS TO IDENTIFY AND CARE FOR TYPE 3 HAIR

5 minutes read | Gaia Tonanzi

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The Truth About Gel Cast: Why Crunchy Curls Are Not Bad

7 minutes read | Gena Marie

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Type 2 Hair: How to Identify & Care For

7 minutes read | Gaia Tonanzi

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Everything you Need to Know About High Porosity Hair

We expertly explain what it is, tell you how to test for it, as well as share essential hair care tips on managing this hair...

6 minutes read | Gaia Tonanzi

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How Often Should You Wash Your Hair?

Knowing how often to wash your hair could be the difference between dull, dry hair & the hair of your dreams. Follow our expert care...

10 minutes read | Sharley Butcher

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The Ultimate Guide to Wavy Hair

Want to know more about wavy hair? Look no further. We are divulging all the secrets there are to tell. Discover all the tips and...

7 minutes read | Sharley Butcher

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Ultimate Guide to Curly Hair

Learn all there is to know about Curly hair. From what it is, to how to care for it properly. We have all the curly...

6 minutes read | Sharley Butcher

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The Ultimate Guide to Coily Hair

Educate yourself on everything you need to know about coily hair now. From what it is, to the perfect products, we have all the information...

6 minutes read | Sharley Butcher

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How to Identify Your Hair Type

Understanding curly hair types is the first step on your journey to gorgeous curls. Discover your hair type & how to care for it with...

8 minutes read | Gaia Tonanzi

Protein Moisture

Protein Moisture Balance 101

Your protein moisture balance can have a big impact on how your hair behaves. Ensuring yours is in check will help you achieve your hair...

4 minutes read | Sharley Butcher

Hair porosity

How to Identify Your Hair Porosity

Hair porosity is the hair’s ability to absorb & hold water. We guide you through the 3 main types & explain how you can test...

7 minutes read | Sharley Butcher

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Everything you Need to Know about Low Porosity Hair

We explain what low hair porosity is, how to test if you have it, as well as share essential hair care tips to get the...

7 minutes read | Gaia Tonanzi

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Everything you Need to Know about Medium Porosity Hair

What is medium porosity hair, do you have it, & which products are best to care for this hair type? Our master guide tells all.

4 minutes read | Gaia Tonanzi

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What to Do if you’re in Moisture Overload

Moisture overload can cause hair to feel mushy, limp, & curls struggle to hold shape. Understand tell-tale signs & see how you can rejuvenate your...

3 minutes read | Gaia Tonanzi

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What to do if you’re in Protein Overload

Protein overload can cause hair to become brittle & dull. Understand the signs & symptoms, & how you can fix your hair overloaded with protein...

2 minutes read | Gaia Tonanzi