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This is unbelievable! According to WKMG, Vanessa VanDyke an Orlando, Florida 12-year-old little girl of African American descent was told that her natural hair was too…

12 year-old Vanessa VanDyke was forced with a decision by her private school Faith Christian Academy in Orlando, Florida to cut her hair or face…

Natural hair Barbie dolls are officially a thing! California mom, Karen Byrd grew weary of seeing all types of Barbie dolls on the market with…

I think every black girl has a bad hair story to tell, right? Whether you’ve made the mistake of coloring your hair right after getting…

I’ve worn weaves and wigs for the last five years. And through those years I developed a love/hate relationship with the million and one different…

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Life isn’t easy for a black woman, even if you’re Beyonce’s little sister.  Solange Knowles,who chopped off her long tresses back in 2009 and has…

I love  it when readers of my blog chime in on their fave and not so fave products and give the lowdown on how they…

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If using natural or commercial products you should always take time to research its ingredients and reviews.  Why get frustrated buying expensive products that don’t work? Check out these natural products according to healthyblackqueens.com, that won’t break your pocket! Butter Cocoa or African Shea Butter Cream. They can also leave your hair supple and soft. […]

Hello Beautiful! You emailed us and as promised, we answered. Check out this week’s Strand Therapy Q&A. Keep the questions coming. Be sure to send…

Protecting and styling natural and color-treated hair in the winter months can be a challenge, but celebrity stylist and salon owner Carla Gentry Osario gives tips for how to properly moisturize. For one, make sure to rinse hair with cool water because it closes the hair cuticles and gives your hair a shine. Carla also […]

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After two months of becoming acquainted with my natural hair, I realize that several notions about natural hair and its care just aren’t true. Before I went completely natural, I had ideas of ways my hair and beauty routine would be different, even easier certain ways.  But my hair proved many of those ideas to […]

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Hello Beautiful! Welcome to Strand Therapy! brought to you by Your Partner In “Natural” Style— Design Essentials Natural. Strand Therapy is your one-stop-shop for all things natural! If you are currently transitioning, not sure what styles are best for your hair type, or if you need help maintaining your kinky curly tresses (or straightening them) […]