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Step-by-step guides that make every hair, skin, and self-care ritual feel like it’s made just for you.

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Should I Get a Perm? Your Guide to Hair Perming & Wavy Looks
Yes, perms are making a comeback. Not the tight, poodle-esque spirals of the 1980s, but a looser, wavier, more modern incarnation. Think California-style beachy…...
August 29, 2025 • 2 min read

5 Ways to Lighten Your Hair Naturally
August 1, 2024 • 5 min read
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How to Cut Curly Hair: 5 Golden Rules
August 1, 2024 • 5 min read
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9 Expert-Approved Ways to Add Volume For Thin Hair
July 30, 2024 • 6 min read

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Grooming

From easy-to-follow skincare routines to step-by-step hairstyles, these simple how-to’s are designed to help you master your grooming.

How to Have a Good Hair Day, Every Day
Even though a lot of guys wear our hair short, we all know the incredible feeling of a great hair day. That’s because there…...
January 8, 2024 • 5 min read

Men’s Guide to Modern Hair Gel
October 28, 2023 • 2 min read

Everything You Need to Know About the Low Taper Fade
June 24, 2022 • 4 min read
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The Guy’s Guide to Caring and Styling Long Hair
September 27, 2021 • 5 min read
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Hair Color

Keep your color looking its best. Learn how to maintain, protect, and refresh your hair color with expert guidance.

6 Tips for Brunette to Blonde Hair Transitions
At times, the allure of the other side proves true. Yet, there are moments when seeking change prompts a desire to transition from brunette…...
July 30, 2024 • 5 min read
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11 Tips to Make Your Hair Color Last Longer
May 16, 2022 • 4 min read
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The Most Common Hair Color Mistakes—and How to Fix Them
November 20, 2020 • 6 min read

How to Highlight Hair: Your Home Highlighting Guide
October 22, 2020 • 6 min read
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Hair Type

The right routine starts with understanding your unique hair. Work with your natural texture whether you have straight, wave, curly, or coily strands.

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Finding The Best Dry Shampoo For You
There’s a reason dry shampoo has become the champion of hair products. How does dry shampoo work exactly? Obviously, it keeps your hair fresh…...
June 1, 2022 • 2 min read
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What is Porosity?
May 24, 2022 • 4 min read
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How to Use Hair Gel with Curly Hair
May 19, 2022 • 3 min read
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How to Use Curl Cream on Wavy Hair
March 11, 2022 • 2 min read
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Styling

From everyday hair to special occasions, these tutorials will help you style with confidence so you can create looks all your own.

How to Make a Spa Day at Home
Taking a break from the day-to-day to indulge in an at-home spa day is an effective way to care for your body and mental…...
July 30, 2024 • 5 min read
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The 6 Best Ways to Manage Thick Hair
February 23, 2023 • 3 min read

How to Use Hair Gel for Men
September 1, 2022 • 5 min read

How to Use Styling Gel
August 30, 2022 • 2 min read
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