As far back as I can remember (after beginning my natural hair transition in 2013 and doing the big chop in 2014), there were two major ingredients that were always to be avoided: sulfates and silicones. But I recently became curious about why they were so bad. I don’t know why, but I’ve always been fascinated with the why of everything.
Read MoreA major sign of really healthy skin is “the glow”. But things like poor sleep hygiene, stress from work and school, age, and even what you put in your body can be a barrier between you and the glow that you want.
Read MoreLots of companies sell hair growth oils that boast the ability to grow hair, thicker, longer, fuller, and so on. But then there’s the other camp, the people who others are on the other end of the spectrum, claiming that greasing your scalp with anything is a waste of time and that there are no benefits to it. Well, I’m here to give you the truth.
Read MoreOver the last year and a half, I’ve been on quite the journey with my skin. In February of 2019, I had had it. It seemed like nothing I was using was working and everything that I knew was negated. After moving and dealing with a lot of stress, my skin took a major beating. I was suffering from what seemed to be cystic acne (due to stress hormones). You know, the kind of pimple that doesn’t even have a head, is buried deep within multiple layers of the skin, and is sore to the touch?
Read MoreThe truth is, self-discipline makes your life better in every single way. When you work on building your self-discipline in all aspects of your life, you’re going to end up happier, more successful, and physically healthier too.
Read MoreOut of everything you learned as a kid growing up, self-discipline is probably one of the most vital skills. If you have learned this lesson, you’ll reap the benefits your entire life by reaching for and meeting your goals more easily.
Read MoreSo many people have this misconception about self-disciplined people. They think that they’re boring, or creatures of extreme habit and fun to be around. But nothing could be further from the truth.
Read MoreIf you’re looking to learn more about mental health, help yourself, or help a loved one, one of the best ways to do that is by reading books. In light of Mental Health Awareness Month, here are Kayla’s picks for adults, teens, children.
Read MoreThis post is about what to do when you don't know what to do. You found your Holy Grail shampoo, conditioner, deep conditioner, leave-in, gel, custard, and whatever else, and then all of a sudden, the product stops working. Your hair is frizzy or stringy or dry or limp, and you have no idea why. First, let me say that...
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