March 29, 2020

Community Spotlight - We're stronger together

This is a time to be there for the community. We know many of you are freelancers, small business owners and contractors and we want to support you. If you need someone to share your struggle with, don’t suffer in silence, drop us an email or a call. If we...

March 26, 2020

Top 5 Lockdown Hair Care Tips

'Lockdown' doesn't need to spell disaster for your hair. Here are our top tips on how to maintain your hair over the next few weeks. 1. Stick to your 'regular' routine We know it's tempting to just keep your hair in a bonnet and never look back, but try to...

March 25, 2020

How to Work from Home Effectively

Looking for practical tips on how to navigate working from home? Read on for our advice on effective remote working. 1. Get Dressed We know it's tempting to just work in your pyjamas, but try to keep to a routine. Have a shower, look after your hair and skin, get...

March 19, 2020

Important Update About Covid-19

We're thinking of you as we navigate the impact of the novel Coronavirus and the real effects of the pandemic on our worldwide community. Afrocenchix has always been about health, wellbeing and community, times like this remind us of what really matters. This is a time to be there for...

March 13, 2020

Common Afro Hair Myths

Afro hair is very misunderstood. In this video, Rachael and Joycelyn, co-founders of Afrocenchix dispel some of the most common myths surrounding afro hair.  Myth #1 — Afro hair is very weak or very strong. Believe it or not, Afro hair is the strongest hair type in terms of tensile strength...

March 07, 2020

Celebrating Women Who Are Winning this International Women's Day

This years theme for International Women’s Day is “#EachforEqual.” The theme calls on all of us to stand on the right side of history: to address inequities, broaden perceptions and celebrate women's achievements. At Afrocenchix we're saying #EachforEqual by celebrating women that have inspired and challenged us to be and...

March 05, 2020

12 Books by Black Women We're Loving this World Book Day

We love books at Afrocenchix HQ! Our office library is stocked with some wonderful volumes written by and about women like us. Whether you're reading alone or as part of Black Girl Book Club, there's a book out there for everyone. Here are our faves for you to add to...

February 27, 2020

Wash Day Video: How to stretch hair using bantu knots

In this wash day video, we show you how to stretch afro hair without heat using the products in our Wash Day Set. Simple and easy styling tips and hair routines make for healthy Afro hair maintenance. Watch this video and read our tips for stretched hair that lasts (all...

February 12, 2020

How to dry Afro hair without heat (4 top tips)

Looking for ways to dry your hair without the damage? Here are four tips on how to ensure it doesn’t take forever to air dry your Afro hair (especially for those with long hair or a dense amount of hair on their head). Read on before you go looking for...

February 07, 2020

A quick and simple Afro hair style for kids

Styling kids' Afro hair can be simple and (relatively) fuss-free once you know the basics! In this video, Rashida talks through how she moisturises and styles Bailey's hair using Sheen moisturising hair spray, Smooth moisturising hair cream and Seal natural hair oil.

January 29, 2020

Top 7 tips for men’s Afro hair care

Need advice on how to care for your afro hair? We’ve got 7 top tips to share with you. Check them out by reading our blog. It’s not just about finding the right product. Maintaining strong and healthy hair - that looks good - has more to do with proper...

January 23, 2020

Level up your wash day routine in 2020

Wash Day Tips for Smooth, Shiny, Manageable Hair In this post, we share tips on how to level up your wash day routine for 2020 and what tools you need to do so! Adopt a simple wash day routine At Afrocenchix, we believe that simple haircare is better. You don't...