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Tips & guides from our advisors

Practical tips and guides from our advisors, read the latest below.

Braids & Extensions

Pre-stretched vs. regular braiding hair

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Wigs

Synthetic vs. human hair: choosing your wig

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Natural Hair

Best moisturizers for protective styles

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Hair Bundles

Premium natural hair bundles

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Lace front, full lace and closure wigs shown side by side
Wigs

Lace front vs. full lace vs. closure wigs

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A woman comparing straight, wavy and curly hair bundles in a beauty supply store
Braids & Extensions

How to choose the right braiding hair for your style

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A woman applying oil to her knotless braids
Braids & Extensions

How to keep braids fresh and frizz-free longer

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A woman in satin pyjamas wrapping her braids before bed
Braids & Extensions

How to sleep in braids without ruining your style

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Wigs

Wig maintenance 101: washing, drying & storage

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A woman laying her edges with an edge brush in front of a mirror
Natural Hair

How to choose an edge control that does not flake

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Natural Hair

A simple product guide for type 4 hair

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Natural Hair

Hair porosity explained: low, medium & high

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A woman with natural curls holding a deep conditioner bottle at her vanity
Natural Hair

Deep conditioning textured hair: what actually matters

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Wigs

Beginner wig install essentials: what you need

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Three curly hair bundles laid out with hair oil and a spray bottle
Hair Bundles

How to choose bundles: length, texture & quantity

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Three women wearing knotless braids and twists in summer outfits
Braids & Extensions

Protective styles for summer: braids, twists & wigs

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A woman applying hair oil beside a snowy city window in winter
Natural Hair

Winter hair care for Kansas City weather

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A flat lay of blow dryer, flat iron, paddle brush, comb, clips and heat protectant
Natural Hair

Silk press at home: products & tools checklist

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A stylist applying colour to a client’s textured curls
Natural Hair

Hair color basics for textured hair

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A mother gently combing her daughter’s natural hair
Natural Hair

Natural hair routine for kids: a simple guide

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A professional hair clipper and detail trimmer laid out with a comb and shave brush
Barber

Barber clipper vs. trimmer: what is the difference?

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A barber station laid out with clippers, trimmers, combs, cape and grooming tools
Barber

Barber essentials: a professional supply checklist

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A salon station stocked with styling tools, brushes and hot tools
Salon & Pro

Salon & stylist essentials to keep on hand

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A woman measuring her head with a tape measure before fitting a wig cap
Wigs

How to find the right wig cap size and fit

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Hair bundles, combs, edge tools, spray bottles and a bonnet laid out before a styling session
Shopping Guide

Beauty supply shopping checklist: what to buy before your next style

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