Afro braids are more than a protective hairstyle. From knotless braids and cornrows to Fulani-inspired looks and braided ponytails, they offer endless ways to switch up your style while giving your natural hair a break from everyday manipulation.

Summer is the season for beach trips, pool days, vacations, and spending more time outside. While it's a great time to enjoy the sunshine, heat and humidity can make it difficult to keep your hair looking its best. Frizz, dryness, and flyaways are common during the warmer months, especially if your hair is exposed to chlorine, salt water, or high humidity on a regular basis.

Summer brings sunshine, vacations, and plenty of outdoor activities but it also brings humidity. If you've ever stepped outside with perfectly styled hair only to have it turn frizzy within minutes, you're not alone. Humidity causes hair to absorb moisture from the air, making strands swell and lose their shape. Fortunately, a few simple hair care habits and the right styling products can help keep frizz under control all season long.

Summer is finally here, and with it comes beach weekends, pool days, vacations, festivals, and long afternoons spent outside. While the season brings plenty of fun, it can also be one of the toughest times of year for maintaining healthy hair. Between humidity, chlorine, salt water, and constant sun exposure, summer can quickly leave hair feeling dry, frizzy, and difficult to manage. 

As May unfolds, the air gets warmer, the days get longer, and our social calendars start to fill up. Between graduation ceremonies, outdoor weddings, and those first long-awaited weekend getaways, May marks the official transition into "outside" season. 

April is the month of renewal. As the flowers begin to bloom and the layers of winter clothing finally come off, it’s the perfect time to give your hair a fresh start. Transitions can be tricky, but your style doesn't have to be. 

February is the month of romance, social calendars, and—unfortunately—harsh winter weather. Between Valentine’s Day dates and chilly outdoor outings, your hair faces a constant battle against freezing dry air and indoor heating. 

January is more than just a page turn on the calendar—it’s the ultimate opportunity to hit the reset button on your beauty routine. As we step into 2026, many of us are setting "Hair Goals" that prioritize both style and health.

October is officially here! As the seasons change, so do our routines. Between cozy fall gatherings, holiday planning, and simply juggling your everyday schedule, you need a hairstyle that can keep up. This is the time of year when protective styles like braids, twists, and locs shine brightest, offering stunning beauty with low-maintenance versatility.

October is officially here! As the seasons change, so do our routines. Between cozy fall gatherings, holiday planning, and simply juggling your everyday schedule, you need a hairstyle that can keep up. This is the time of year when protective styles like braids, twists, and locs shine brightest, offering stunning beauty with low-maintenance versatility.

Summer is in full swing—bringing sunshine, pool days, and the perfect excuse to give your hair routine a fun seasonal refresh. Whether you're a braid lover, a loc queen, or just figuring out your curl pattern, summer offers both challenges and golden opportunities for natural hair.

Summer is in full swing—bringing sunshine, pool days, and the perfect excuse to give your hair routine a fun seasonal refresh. Whether you're a braid lover, a loc queen, or just figuring out your curl pattern, summer offers both challenges and golden opportunities for natural hair.

Summer is in full swing—bringing sunshine, pool days, and the perfect excuse to give your hair routine a fun seasonal refresh. Whether you're a braid lover, a loc queen, or just figuring out your curl pattern, summer offers both challenges and golden opportunities for natural hair.

Summer brings sunshine and outdoor fun, but it can also challenge the health and vibrancy of natural hair. Heat, humidity, and sun exposure can leave curls dry, frizzy, or undefined.

With summer's heat and humidity on the horizon, this edge control product ensures your edges stay sleek and flawless, no matter the occasion.

Your hair is as unique as you are, and understanding its texture is the first step to unlocking its full potential. At Shine N’ Jam, we believe that every strand deserves love and care tailored to its specific needs.

Boho braids are more than just a hairstyle; they're a statement. A celebration of texture, freedom, and natural beauty, boho braids have become a beloved trend.

How Black Panther: Wakanda Forever's Lead Hairstylist Used Haircuts to Pay Homage to African Culture.

Hair department lead Camille Friend shares what went into the main characters' transformations, and why.

BY ANNIE BLAY

November 11, 2022

How to Nail the Bubble Ponytail Trend

We got some expert tips for how to pull off the style, even if your hair isn't naturally voluminous. The best kind of TikTok beauty trend is one that's easy to recreate, and the platform's obsession with bubble ponytails fits the bill.

BY JIHAN FORBES

April 1, 2021

My New Braided Ponytail Is Proof Of The Power Of Protective Styles

A drastic hair change isn't limited to a big chop or dyeing your strands platinum blonde. Protective styles are a great option if you want to test a new look while taking a break from having to style your hair daily.

AIMEE SIMEON

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