The idea that natural, Afro-textured hair is “unprofessional” or “unkempt” if it is not manipulated into a state more in line with Eurocentric notions of what hair looks like has long been documented.

Curly hair is often treated as unpredictable, temperamental, or high-maintenance, but what looks like chaos is actually ...

The Curly Girl Method is one of the best known sets of practices in curly hair care. While I myself mix and match guidance from everywhere, CGM has garnered a loyal and often meticulous following. A ...

Nailing down your curl type (or curl types) is easier said than done. We’d all love to pick our curly hair types out of a lineup and receive a foolproof manual for styling and care—but as anyone who’s ...