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DIY Hair Ties

• Post published:November 11, 2020
• Post category:Hair Tools
• Reading time:5 mins read

Friends, when I thought of this sustainable upcycling idea I thought I was a freaking genius. I’ve now come to find out that everyone and their sister has already done…

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Low Waste Wash n’ Go

• Post published:October 21, 2020
• Post category:Hair Styling
• Reading time:6 mins read

This post has been a few months in the coming as I slowly transition to lower waste products, but I’m so happy to finally have a low (ish) waste wash…

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Zero Waste and Environmental Racism

• Post published:October 7, 2020
• Post category:Unfiltered Opinions
• Reading time:8 mins read

A while back, I saw a post on Instagram written by a white woman saying that the zero waste movement upholds environmental racism. The caption really rubbed me the wrong…

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Tree Naturals Conditioner Bar Review

• Post published:August 19, 2020
• Post category:Product Reviews
• Reading time:6 mins read

Today, I’m reviewing the Hair Detangling Green Tea & Coconut Conditioner Bar from Tree Naturals because what could be better than plastic-free conditioner from a Black-owned brand? Like the NBA…

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How to Repair a Shower Cap

• Post published:August 12, 2020
• Post category:Eco Lifestyle/Hair Tools
• Reading time:4 mins read

Today I’m practicing what I preach and fixing up an important hair tool! Specifically, I will repair a shower cap where the elastic has stretched out, making the caps unusable.…

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A love letter to Plaine Products

• Post published:July 29, 2020
• Post category:Product Reviews
• Reading time:5 mins read

I’m not calling this post “Plaine Products Review” because I can’t even hide it y’all. I loved using Plaine Products shampoo and conditioner on my 3c curls! Let me tell…

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8 Things to Upcycle in Your Bathroom

• Post published:July 22, 2020
• Post category:Eco Lifestyle
• Reading time:6 mins read

In the spirit of Plastic Free July, I want to share some of the things I’ve upcycled in my bathroom. This post is inspired by Immy of Sustainably Vegan on…

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Flaxseed Gel ONLY Wash N’ Go

• Post published:July 15, 2020
• Post category:Hair Styling
• Reading time:4 mins read

Today I’m trying out a styling technique from another sustainable curly girl - Miriam from Zero Waste Curls! In one of her YouTube videos, Miriam mentions that she uses only…

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Plastic-Free Hair Care Roundup

• Post published:June 24, 2020
• Post category:Eco Lifestyle
• Reading time:5 mins read

Plastic Free July is almost upon us! I’m preparing myself to be more mindful of the plastic use in my hair care routine - and I’m challenging you to do…

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