Guides

Hair care guides & extras

Practical texture-care advice from the Liz's Hair Design team.

Guide

The Ultimate Guide to Protective Styles

Box braids, knotless styles, twists and locs — how to choose and care for a protective style.

Routine

Building a Wash-Day Routine That Works

A step-by-step wash-day routine for textured hair: cleanse, condition, detangle, style.

Scalp care

Scalp Health 101: The Foundation of Strong Hair

Why scalp health drives growth and how to spot dryness, buildup or irritation early.

Styling

Silk Press Aftercare: Making It Last

How to protect a silk press from humidity, sweat and pillow friction between visits.

Locs

Loc Maintenance: Retwists, Washing & Growth

A realistic maintenance schedule for starter locs through mature, healthy locs.

Events

Bridal Hair Timeline: What to Book and When

A month-by-month plan for bridal and special-occasion hair appointments.

Seasonal

Seasonal Hair Care for Boston Winters

Protecting texture and moisture through cold, dry New England winters.

Culture

A Short History of Black Hair Care & Culture

A brief look at the culture, craft and history behind Black hair care traditions.

Family

Gentle Hair Care Tips for Kids

Low-tears, low-stress hair care habits for children's textured hair.

Color

Color & Texture: What's Safe for Natural Hair

What to ask before coloring textured hair, and how to keep it healthy afterward.