Did you know that not all Afro hair is the same? Depending on the look, feel and texture, their are various groups your hair type can fall into.

We as black women generally have what is called type 4 hair. This is kinky hair, rather than it being straight or with light curls.

In this article we’ll further explore the different kinds of type 4 hair. With this knowledge you’ll be able to make better product choices and better manage your hair.

Please share if useful. 🙂

We love African American romance novels! Sometimes there’s nothing better than reading a good book to break down boredom. But don’t you hate it when you pick one up and it’s not that great? Well, we’re here to help!

In no particular order, here are 6 African American romance books you definitely must read.

Want to know how to relieve pain from tight braids? Well you’ve come to the right place, as I’ll be showing you how to soothe that sore scalp. 🙂

Braids are awesome! Once you get plaited and take a look in the mirror, you’re likely pleased with the new look…

That is until the immense pain strikes in! Whether the pain starts immediately after being plaited, after some time or when you go to sleep, bottom line is you can’t bear the pain.

This pain is caused by tight braids. But how to relieve it, you ask?

Simple, loosen the braids by using some or all of the 7 easy steps listed below. Share these steps with your friends if you find them useful. 🙂

If you’re a woman with dark or light brown skin complexion, you may find it hard to get a lipstick that’s right for your skin tone. However, you don’t have to worry anymore.

There are many colors to choose from, some of the best we’ve listed before, but from there it often comes down to what color you personally like.

Today we’ll show you some of our favorite colors and brands, so you can get a better idea of the right lipstick for you! We’ve also thrown in a few lip balms and lip shimmers for good measure. 😉

Want beautiful, healthy hair? While there are a number of hair products on the shelves, many are pumped with unnatural chemicals and things I couldn’t even pronounce.

Now call me old fashioned, but I’d much rather know I’m putting good quality natural ingredients into my hair. After all, my afro isn’t going to remain this glam if I don’t treat it right. 🙂

With that in mind, here are 20 of the best natural hair products for black woman. If you find this list useful, be sure to share with your fellow sisters.

When it comes to music, there is usually a wide range of songs to choose from. Whether it is rhythm and blues, pop, rock ‘n’ roll, soul, jazz and pop, the selection is endless.

However, there are several artists who stand the test of time and their music must be present in your music collection. Let us take a look at 12 famous black singers your collection is empty without.

It’s a digital world and most of us have gotten used to capturing moments of our lives on social media. From relationships to work to friends and family, we share all this information widely, especially on Facebook and Instagram. However, there’s a growing concern regarding parents posting pictures of their kids online.

Is it right? Will it affect the child in any way? Let’s find out.

Coconut oil has hundreds of uses. But as a woman who wants to use it in your hair, is it really any good for you? Or should coconut oil be avoided at all costs?

This is what we explore today, so have a look below and discover the truth.

The relationship between mother-in-laws and their daughter-in-laws can sometimes be tense, to say the least. You’ll often hear married women telling each other horror stories of their unpleasant experiences with their mother-in-laws. With such kind of information floating around, most black women expect the worst from their in-laws even before they say I do.

Well, this doesn’t have to be the case. By following the steps outlined below, you can learn how to deal with your MIL and have a good relationship with her. Let’s get positive girls. 🙂

Black girls are growing up in a very challenging world. There are many stereotypes that are put on them by society, and sadly, these stereotypes can greatly affect their lifestyle and decisions they make. The results of this can be detrimental if a positive role model isn’t there to help them along the way.

So as someone who aims to have a positive impact on our young black women, what are some of the lessons you could be sharing with them? Here are 6 of our favorites; please share if you agree.