Because your hair isn’t the only thing that’s been twisted. Untangled Truths is your no-BS guide to what’s really going on in the world of natural hair. We’re calling out the myths, clearing up confusion, and making space for clarity. Facts, history, and truth with love for your coils.
In the world of natural hair, few debates are as heated (pun intended) as the one surrounding heat damage vs. heat training. Both involve the use of heat tools like flat irons, blow dryers, and hot combs, but the outcomes and intentions behind them are very different. Let’s break down …
The debate over good hair vs. bad hair is a deep-rooted issue that continues to shape how people of color view their natural hair. These labels didn’t come from us; they were handed down through generations of colonialism, racism, and Eurocentric beauty ideals. And while the natural hair movement has …
A recent Reddit thread sparked debate in the natural hair community: “Is it bad to not wash your hair while it’s in a protective style?” While some shrugged it off as no big deal, others warned about buildup, irritation, and long-term damage. So what’s the truth? Let’s break it down …
A recent Reddit post declared, “Hair growth oils don’t grow your hair,” while another one declared “Hair growth oils has black people in a choke hold.” While those statements reflect a growing frustration in the natural hair space with overhyped products, it’s not entirely true and definitely not the full …
When it comes to wash-and-gos in the natural hair community, one size never fits all, and that’s what makes it so powerful. With the abundance of techniques, regimens, and opinions floating around, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed or even misled. This recent Reddit post, “Beware of Wash N Gos-They Are Not …