Personally, I think she had a date with a pressing comb/flat iron. I don’t think she got a relaxer, but I wouldn’t be mad if she did. She has every [...]]]> Some people are MAD at Jill Scott. Take a look at her picture below. Now what do you think, relaxed or not?

Personally, I think she had a date with a pressing comb/flat iron. I don’t think she got a relaxer, but I wouldn’t be mad if she did. She has every right to rock her hair the way she wants. But some people would disagree with me and say that since she is a natural hair icon, that it’s wrong for her to relax her hair. Wrong is too strong of a word. As long as her hair is healthy, it isn’t wrong. I love my weave but I’m not the spokesperson for it. I have the right to wear my real hair and change up my hair as I see fit—and every woman has that right.

But that’s just my opinion. What do you guys think, does Jill Scott’s hair look relaxed? Which looks better, relaxed or natural?

Oval face shapes can get [...]]]> After reading several fashion magazines big September issue, I spied a few hair trends coming this fall. One of the looks that was in ALL of the magazines was bangs. Blunt, wispy, side-swept—I’m here to help you find the bang that fits your face shape.

Oval face shapes

Oval face shapes can get away with just about any bang look, but the type of bang should be chosen with an eye for hair type, texture, length and condition. Try the broad, blunt bangs that’s been seen rockin’ the runways for fall.

Round face shapes

Round face shapes tend to look better with long, softly layered or feathered bangs, (check with your stylist if your hair texture, type and condition can support feathering) which gently hug the cheeks areas to minimize round cheeks.  When skillfully constructed, bangs can add beautiful contour to round faces.  Great bangs can instantly chisel into the cheekbones and help them pop.

Long face shapes

Blunt, brow-hugging bangs that softly drape over the forehead will help to give the impression of a more oval-shaped face.  The oval look can be strengthened by opting for long or graduated layers that softly caress the sides of the face. Also try side-swept bangs which break up the length of the face.

Square face shapes

Consider side-swept bangs that gently curve or taper inwards towards the jaw to soften pronounced square facial lines.  When well cut, side-swept bangs can also help soften all the angles of the face.

Heart face shapes

Depending on the ultimate goal, bangs can be selected to either minimize the general wideness of the heart shaped face or help to balance the generally prominent chin.  A side-swept, feathered, or texturized bang can also be another great option. A heart shaped face can also usually carry off full bangs cut straight across the face.  Long or short, full bangs can look really great on a heart shaped face.

Bangs are a high fashion way to update your look. So whatever your face shape, don’t be afraid to try bangs this fall. The biggest fashion magazine in the world, Vogue, had Halle Berry on its coveted September issue. And what hairstyle was she wearing, ladies? You guessed it, bangs!

Bangs are a high fashion way to update your look. So whatever your face shape, don’t be afraid to try bangs this fall. Too much of a scaredy-cat to cut your hair? Ask your stylist for clip-in bangs. They’re a great option if you’re too nervous to cut your own hair, and they give you the freedom to try a new look without the commitment. Click here and here for two great sites to order your own!

Her hair extensions!

When Essence.com asked her what’s the one thing she couldn’t live without she said:

This may be very blunt, but I can’t live without my hair extensions! It’s the truth! I don’t want to wear my (real) hair all the [...]]]> Guess what’s the one thing that Ciara can’t live without?

Her hair extensions!

When Essence.com asked her what’s the one thing she couldn’t live without she said:

This may be very blunt, but I can’t live without my hair extensions! It’s the truth! I don’t want to wear my (real) hair all the time because I want to protect it. What would the world be like without some extra hair? It would be crazy! I need my extensions; I love the drama. I love to be able to have fun with my hair and protect it at the same time.

Aaahh, a women after my own heart.

This confirms the fact that I’ve known all along—that my novel, Unbeweavable, is timely, and many women can relate to the heartbreak of losing their weave.

To read the entire interview, click here.