In this article we’ll take a quick look at the trajectory of Black Owned Businesses in the hair care industry and what you can do to help put Black Beauty back in Black Hands.

In today’s post, Glimmer 411 will be doing a deep dive into some of the more inventive parts of Black hair culture that’ve long been frowned-upon by the wider U.S. society. From hair shows to afros, we’ll be exploring the biases around our favorite parts of Black hair culture. Then, we’ll take a beat to examine the different ways hair discrimination pops up in creative and corporate circles.

In this article we’ll be shining a light on some of our favorite style icons. But this isn’t just your run-of-the-mill celebrity breakdown. Not only will we look at the stars who’ve donned the best hairstyles, but we’ll also take a peek behind the veil, illuminating the stylists behind the styles, and the entrepreneurs and innovators who’ve given us the tools to become our own trendsetters at home.

There’s tons of articles and videos that breakdown the long history of Black hair from ancient Africa to the Slave trade, but what about the recent history of Black Hair? In today’s article we’ll give you the 411 on the hottest Black hairstyles from the 80’s till now!

Now that you’ve met most of the Glimmer 411 Team, It’s time to break the fourth wall and delve into the storyteller’s story. This week we’re excited for you to finally meet Glimmer 411’s current Curl 411 Editorial Intern, Isis Brooks!

Ever wondered about the person behind our Instagram? The person behind our public image? In this week’s blog post peel back the curtain and peek into the life and mind of Motolani Osinowo, Glimmer 411’s key creative and the younger sister of our CEO, Mayowa Osinowo.

Meet Mecca, Glimmer 411’s right hand (and only) man. In this blog post Mecca reflects on the lessons that have kept him afloat in the sea of life and shares philosophies that he uses to keep him on track and in the game. You won’t want to miss it.

In this week's inside scoop on your favorite Glimmer 411 team members meet Rhiane Brooks our developer intern. A tech whizz and avid language learner, find out how Rhiane maintains her proficient Korean and supports the creation of the latest Glimmer 411 products!

Been curious about the person who creates the map that leads to the successful creation of Glimmer 411's products? Meet Sahara Aqui! Glimmer 411's director of project management and development.

Welcome to Curl Cupid™! Come get a tour of the new home for textured hair care and learn how to make its features work for you.

Ever wondered about the brains behind Glimmer 411? Today we tell you everything you've been dying to know about Glimmer 411 and our founder CEO Mayowa Osinowo!

Battling product buildup and unnecessary dryness? Need a little bit of help whipping your low porosity curls into shape? In this blog post we'll reveal a few lesser known tips that can take your low porosity hair care to the next level!

Struggling with dull, dry, frizzy curls no matter how much expensive moisturizer you use? Well it sounds like you might have high porosity hair. Porosity is your hair’s way of telling you how it likes to be moisturized. Learn exactly what your high porosity curl's are trying to tell you in Glimmer 411's latest blog post.

Your hair is often a reflection of your physical status. What you eat, drink, apply etc. has implications for your hair’s health and appearance. It’s no surprise that certain lifestyles have unique effects on your hair for better or worse. So how does veganism affect your curls?

Your tresses are an extension of your physical form. They are often a reflection of your physical and emotional experiences. Stress is not excluded from this phenomena. How do your tresses react to stress?

Throughout life, you go through many stages that can affect your body and hair : aging, adolescence, and puberty and even more specifically, pregnancy. During pregnancy, your body goes through several changes which can both positively and/ or negatively affect your hair.

Every good hair care routine wouldn’t be the same without the right tools. Your styling supplies are the key to making your hair goals come true. Read more about our top picks to add to your “toolbox” today.

Racism and prejudice are all around us. People of color are judged and treated unfairly based on their physical features, hair included. This judgement transcends individual opinion. It is woven into the fabric of our society institutionally.

Although it looks and sounds like an easy thing to do, going natural is a tough switch depending on the state of your natural hair. We have gathered a few tips and tricks that will make the process of going natural an easy feat to conquer.

You’d be surprised at the stories behind some of our favorite hairstyles. The way we wear our curly and coily hair holds so much history. These styles are the current manifestations of styles passed down from elder to youth over and over again.

Black male hair care has recently experienced an upward trend. The masculine-presenting people of our community are embracing their curls, and putting forth effort to maintain them like never before. We are seeing a boom in hair experimentation and exploration from Black men that defy the current social norms. The relationship that men have with their hair is a complex dynamic that reflects what society allows men, specifically Black men, to do within their norms.

We all want to reach beard goals, but it doesn't just happen. A good beard starts with patience, consistency, and our Beard Care 101 Routine. Check it out for yourself and start your journey to #BeardGoalsAF.

Hair care is an everyday act of sisterhood for Black women. We bond and we grow through caring for our hair. This act of love has transcended generations of change.

In this piece, we’ll break down detangling for naturals and how to best detangle, when to detangle, and tips for detangling for a better wash day!

In this edition, we’ll break down Type 3 and Type 4 hair and also explain how porosity plays a role in understanding curly hair.