There's no feeling quite like getting up from a salon chair with a clean scalp and hair full of body. A trip to my stylist is one of my favorite forms of self-care, especially since transitioning into a full head of naturally curly 4B-4C hair. When it became challenging to get an appointment with my stylist, I began the journey of learning to do my own blow outs and silk presses at home.

In 2022, I’ve finally arrived at a place of satisfaction styling my hair and wanted to share some of the “secrets” AKA tips, products and strategies that helped me get here. Seven simple practices I’ve learned and adopted over the last five years have been a game changer.