Ingredients

How to understand hair product ingredients and why they are good or bad for your hair type.

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Are Polyquats Bad For Curly Hair?

Polyquat is short for polyquaternium.  So, what is a polyquat? Polyquats are cationic (positively charged)…

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Film Forming Humectants

What Are They and Why Do You Need Them? Film-forming humectants are amazing hair moisturizers…

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Skin Irritants To Be Aware Of

Did you know that at least 1 in 5 people suffer from a skin allergy…

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Non-CGM Ingredients To Avoid

So you’ve decided to embrace your natural waves and curls and follow the Curly Girl…