Posted by in Bath and Body Afrotextured hair is in a class by itself. Compared to other hair types it is less dense around the scalp, tightly coiled, and adaptive to hot climate. Having less density around the scalp helps in regulating body temperature. The structure of afrotextured hair (i.e., tightly coiled, dense) affects the growth pattern and styling options. It…Read more »
Posted by in Bath and Body In this post, you will find lip balms, lip scrubs, and lip masks from black owned brands that are made with natural and moisturizing ingredients. Lips do not have oil glands and are prone to drying. Lip care is needed 12 months a year as cold, dry, or hot weather increases one’s risk of having…Read more »
Posted by in Bath and Body More than 30 million people in the United States suffer from eczema, a skin condition that contributes to dryness and inflammation of the skin as seen with patches of raised bumps. Eczema can affect the face, arms, and legs among other parts of the body. It is more common in children than adults and African…Read more »
Posted by in Bath and Body Essential oils are extracted from plants (e.g., lavender and tea tree) using a variety of methods. They are called “essential” because they reflect the “essence” of the plant. Essential oils are used for many things such as aromatherapy. Inhaling essential oils such as lavender may aid with sleep and headaches. Others such as lemon may…Read more »
Posted by in Bath and Body Bug spray is a necessity during hot weather, and you have options from black owned brands. These bug sprays tend to be deet free, and incorporate natural ingredients with bug repellent qualities. Examples include eucalyptus, citronella, tea tree, lavender, neem, and more. Information regarding “natural” bug repellents is provided in the references. Some of the…Read more »
Posted by in Bath and Body Hand hygiene is important in keeping viruses, germs, and infections at bay. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) one should wash their hands for at least 20 seconds. Keeping the hands well moisturized is also necessary. Washing one’s hands frequently can lead to cracked skin which can also increase your risk…Read more »
Posted by in Bath and Body, Find products Photo by Jorge Fakhouri Filho from Pexels Photo by Clifford Photography on Unsplash Nail glitter has been popular for a while as have decals. In this post, we review where you can find these products from black owned brands. The focus is on brands with polishes that are also 5 to 10 free,…Read more »
Posted by in Bath and Body, Find products There are many (40+) deodorant options linked in this post from black owned brands. They are made with healthful and natural ingredients. These include arrow root, burdock root, baking soda, coconut oil, magnesium oil, charcoal, aloe vera, Shea butter, beeswax, and essential oils. Some of these deodorants are specifically designated for men. There have been…Read more »
Posted by in Bath and Body, Find products Graham Hunt Here you can explore talc free body powders from black owned brands. Powders made with natural and healthful ingredients are featured. See the company links and product tabs below. The controversies surrounding talcum powder stem from the link between talc and ovarian cancer when used in the genital area, and between talc and…Read more »
Posted by in Bath and Body, Find products Jonas Dücker Coconut oil is extracted from the white flesh within the coconut. The oil is a common ingredient in lotion, soap, and other beauty goods. It also has many uses as a stand alone product. This includes makeup removal as coconut oil serves the dual purpose of breaking down dirt and water repellent substances…Read more »