Braids. Twists. Wigs. Crochet styles. Loc extensions. We call them protective styles, but here's a question I think more of us need to ask: Is your protective style actually protecting your hair? After more than 25 years of caring for natural hair, ...

Summer can be amazing for your spirit—but your hair may be telling a different story. Between the heat, humidity, sun exposure, swimming, protective styles, vacations, and simply being outside more, natural hair can enter the fall season feeling dry...

We spend a lot of time talking about our hair. Is it moisturized? Is it growing? Are my ends breaking? Why won't my curls cooperate today? But underneath every curl, coil, twist, braid, and loc is something we don't talk about nearly enough: Your sc...

You’re doing your hair and suddenly notice strands in the sink, on your clothes, wrapped around your fingers, or caught in your comb. Your first thought may be: “My hair is breaking off!” But not every strand of hair you lose is breakage. Some hair ...

Protective styles have become one of the most popular ways to care for natural hair. Box braids, twists, wigs, sew-ins, and faux locs offer convenience, versatility, and a break from daily styling. But despite their name, protective styles aren't au...

Dry hair is one of the most common concerns I hear from clients. You wash your hair. You condition it. You apply your favorite moisturizer and maybe finish with an oil. Your hair feels wonderful at first—but a day or two later, it feels dry again. S...

Have you ever looked in the mirror and wondered why your hair never seems to get any longer? You're not alone. It's one of the most common questions I hear from clients at Sophia Sunflower Salon. The truth is, your hair is almost always gr...

If you've ever said, "I just put oil on my hair, so why is it still dry?"—you're not alone. This is one of the biggest misconceptions in natural hair care. Many people believe that oils moisturize the hair, but that's only part of the story. To keep...

Why Isn't My Natural Hair Thriving? Dry. Brittle. Breaking. Stuck at the same length. If this sounds familiar, you're not alone. Many people believe their hair simply "won't grow," but in reality, hair is often growing just fine. The real challenge ...