Having knowledge in the areas surrounding your Hair Type (4a, 4b etc.) and Hair Porosity (low, normal, high) are important when you're on a journey to improve the overall health of your hair. Both of these hair terms come jam packed with information to help you better understand your hair; its needs, wants and characteristics. But which one is better? Does one trump the other?

If you think BOTH are important, tell me why in the comments below! Or, if you believe neither of them are crucial to understanding and/or improving the overall health of your hair - I want to hear from you too!

In the meantime, take the poll below!

Are you a fan of light or heavy sealants for your hair?

Everyone's hair is different and reacts differently to certain oils. Some have fine hair; therefore, light oils such as Coconut oil, Grapeseed oil etc. are perfect for sealing the ends without weighing the hair down.

On the other hand, there are thicker hair textures that require something a little heavier, than the light oils, to lock moisture into their strands. I have dense, wiry, coarse strands. My hair craves a lot of moisture and heavier oils to prevent moisture from escaping my strands. Heavier moisturizing products have helped to minimize split ends. Heavy oils consist of Olive Oil, Castor Oil, Jojoba Oil etc. Recently, I've fallen in love with Extra Virgin Olive Oil (dark green)  as a sealant. It's very rich and slightly thick/heavy in consistency. It provides perfect coverage and intense shine.  It's ability to lock in moisture is great and my hair remains moist and smooth. My ends love IT!!!

My question to you is, does your hair prefer Light or Heavy sealants? If so, what do you think is the reason? What oils are you currently using? Which consistency (light or heavy) allows you to retain the most moisture?

"What do you love about your hair, at this present moment in your hair journey? and Why?"

Heat is a great source to use while deep conditioning as it allows the hair cuticle to raise and accept the deep conditioner.

During this time the conditioner then binds to the hair. To put it simple, the heat source allows a greater amount of conditioner to bind to the hair i.e. better penetration and absorption!

I use various sources of heat when deep conditioning my hair. I'm a huge fan of steaming as it leaves my hair extremely soft, fluffy and moisturized. However, the hooded dryer and heating cap are very convenient and just as good.

What about you? What do you use?

Facts To Remember About Coconut oil:

• Can penetrate the hair cortex up to 90%.
• Has a high affinity to protein, meaning that it binds easily to the natural proteins that can be found in our hair (Keratin).
• It can help reduce cuticle damage due to regular manipulation i.e. brushing, combing, styling.
• Coconut oil as a pre-poo/pre-wash treatment (applied to dry unwashed hair) can prevent the expansion and contraction of wet hair preventing weak, damaged hair. 

Take The Poll:

Lately, I've been obsessing over how much I love the L.O.C and L.C.O Method. However, I have a favourite out of the two. I prefer the L.C.O method much more in comparison to the L.O.C Method. I find  that when I do the L.C.O Method, my hair remains soft, smooth and hydrated as opposed to the L.O.C Method which leaves my hair a little on the dryer side. I'm curious to know if you have a preference in which method your hair loves!!

My question to you is, which method do you prefer? Do these methods even work well with your hair? Let me know.

Also, I'm interested in knowing what works for you and what products you're using to lock in the moisture.

Hey everyone,

I'm curious to know your hair type. Surprisingly, I've never asked this question before! Please vote below :) If you are not sure what your hair type is, click on the link below to know more.

So both Challenges end 2 weeks from now and as we speak people are still joining both challenges at a speedy rate.

My question to you all is, would you like both challenges to be extended? My personal opinion is to have both extended so that I can send out the prizes after my exams when I`m less busy. I can devote more time to you all :)




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Hey Everyone,

I'm curious to know which relaxer you all use. I use a Lye relaxer (ORS Olive oil Normal Strength). I've been using Lye ever since I've been relaxed (10-15 years). Take the poll below!



If you are a No Lye user, please tell us what brand you use and why you like it :)


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Hey Everyone,

I'm really getting bored with my hair, more specifically my hair color, and just out of curiosity, how many of you actually Henna your hair? Part of me would like to try this because of all the benefits....but first I want to know how many Relaxed and Natural ladies do this :)

Please vote below!!



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We all have goals and certain things we tend to focus on in our Hair Journey. So what are you focusing on right now?




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Is there a particular method or technique that you use to decrease hair breakage significantly?

What do you use?

What steps do you take?




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I'm still in the midst of simplifying my hair regimen and products. My ultimate goal is to cut down on the amount of products I have in rotation. I think the easier and simpler the better! So far it's been great, but I have a few things to tweak, remove and re-evaluate. Ideally, I would love to have 1-2 products per category i.e. 2 protein conditioners, 1 moisturizing shampoo, 2 moisturizing deep conditioners etc.

Anyone else on that same tip? Are you looking to drop your product-junkie ways? What would you like to tweak in your regimen?



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I'm a prepoo'er all the way! LOL. I always prepoo with protein but I'm curious to find out what you all use on your wash days! Let's Share :-)



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Hey Everyone,

I was sitting here thinking that it would be a GREAT idea to meet up, share hair tips, exchange products and of course EAT with all my Hairlista members and Hairlicious readers this summer!

What do you think?

This event would take place in Toronto, so those in the surrounding areas i.e. New York, New Jersey, Buffalo etc. are MORE THAN WELCOME to join in on the fun.

The plans are still in the works, but I would like to take a poll first to see if it can really take place by the end of the summer.

Please vote ASAP!




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If you do self-relax, what technique do you swear by?

Do you part your hair in 4's? Half and half method? Do you apply the relaxer vertically?

Describe your process :)



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I don't know what it is, but my hair is literally addicted to/loves/adores/craves Castor Oil!!

I've tried both Coconut Oil & Castor Oil as a sealant, scalp oil, prepoo etc. and my hair ALWAYS responds better with Castor Oil. Am I the only one?

Don't get me wrong, I'm not bashing Coconut Oil....I still like it and use it every wash day in my conditioners, however, Castor oil is the #1 oil that I leave on my hair (as a sealant and scalp oil) making it extremely soft. For some reason, if I use Coconut oil the same way I would use Castor oil, I end up with hard/crunchy hair.

I'm curious to know what you prefer out of these oils. Please let me know :-)




♥ Sunshyne