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Kim Wong-Shing

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Hairstylists Reveal Their Wildest Client Stories Ever
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Hairstylists Reveal Their Wildest Client Stories Ever

I have a fear of hairstylists. I’ve only had a couple of bad salon experiences in my life, but they were enough to scar me forever. Hairstylists exercise a lot of power...

  • By Kim Wong-Shing
8 min read
How to Not Give a Crap What People Think About Your Hair
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How to Not Give a Crap What People Think About Your Hair

Being a woman is hard. There’s pressure from all sides to constantly please everyone around you in every way possible, including your partner, friends, family, and coworkers. So when it comes time...

  • By Kim Wong-Shing
4 min read
5 Netflix Shows to Watch While You Do Your Hair
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5 Netflix Shows to Watch While You Do Your Hair

There are two occasions that call for immediate Netflix perusal. The first is eating a take-out meal; the second is doing your hair. You need something to entertain you that won’t tie...

  • By Kim Wong-Shing
3 min read
7 Beauty YouTubers With Amazing Makeup Tips For Dark Skin
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7 Beauty YouTubers With Amazing Makeup Tips For Dark Skin

If you have dark skin, you don’t need to be told how hard it can be to find makeup that works. Forget about learning tips from beauty gurus – even professional makeup artists...

  • By Kim Wong-Shing
4 min read
Meet @Saufeeya, the Hijabi Fashionista Who's Taking Over Instagram
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Meet @Saufeeya, the Hijabi Fashionista Who's Taking Over Instagram

The world of Instagram beauty influencers can be extremely homogeneous. Every account seems to look the same – a skinny blonde white woman, doing yoga on a beach somewhere. And then there’s the...

  • By Kim Wong-Shing
3 min read
12 Celebrities Who You Probably Didn't Realize Wear Wigs
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12 Celebrities Who You Probably Didn't Realize Wear Wigs

In case you missed it, Ariana Grande just released a song called “7 Rings”, in which she proudly proclaims that her long, glamorous hair is, in fact, store-bought. Though she might be one...

  • By Kim Wong-Shing
4 min read
8 Instagrammers Who Make Traveling Look Absolutely Magical
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8 Instagrammers Who Make Traveling Look Absolutely Magical

Traveling is intimidating for an endless list of reasons, and it can be even more so when you’re a black woman. Worst case scenario, you’re mistreated by locals. Best case scenario,...

  • By Kim Wong-Shing
10 min read
5 Hair Colors That Will Be Everywhere in 2019
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5 Hair Colors That Will Be Everywhere in 2019

We’re now well into 2019, and although these first couple months have felt like a lifetime, many of us have already broken our resolutions for the new year. New year, new you...

  • By Kim Wong-Shing
4 min read
7 Inclusive Makeup Brands With Products for All Skin Tones
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7 Inclusive Makeup Brands With Products for All Skin Tones

The lack of diversity in the makeup industry is old news at this point. But, now more than ever, makeup companies are actually making an effort to include a wide range of skin...

  • By Kim Wong-Shing
3 min read
How to Sleep in Your Wig, If You Must
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How to Sleep in Your Wig, If You Must

Let’s get real. Sleeping in your wig is not generally recommended by wig experts. But if you’re bone-tired, have a new houseguest, or don’t have your usual hair tools available,...

  • By Kim Wong-Shing
2 min read
How to Curl Your Wig Without Heat Damage
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How to Curl Your Wig Without Heat Damage

Let’s face it – even if you adore your usual hairstyles, you’re bound to get bored at some point. And when boredom strikes, you might want to try something new and fresh,...

  • By Kim Wong-Shing
4 min read
How to Achieve Camera-Ready Hair for Your Holiday Portraits
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How to Achieve Camera-Ready Hair for Your Holiday Portraits

For many of us, the holiday season means taking a TON of photos. With all of the candid pictures, Instagram snaps, and family portraits, it’s essential to have a go-to camera-ready look...

  • By Kim Wong-Shing
2 min read
10 Perfect Hairstyles For Your Next Holiday Party
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10 Perfect Hairstyles For Your Next Holiday Party

The holidays have arrived, and you know what that means - holiday parties. Endless holiday parties. One for the office, one for the friends, one for the spouse’s friends, one for the...

  • By Kim Wong-Shing
5 min read
How To Transform Your Wig Into The Perfect Fall Color
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How To Transform Your Wig Into The Perfect Fall Color

Fall is the perfect time to experiment with hair color. If there’s one thing that’ll keep you going through the winter blues, it’s a new and improved hairstyle in a...

  • By Kim Wong-Shing
3 min read
The Wig Virgin’s Guide To Putting On Your First Wig
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The Wig Virgin’s Guide To Putting On Your First Wig

So you just bought your very first wig and you cannot WAIT to put it on. But, you have no idea where to begin. Or you wing it, but it doesn’t look...

  • By Kim Wong-Shing
2 min read
Perfect Gift Ideas For The Hair Product Junkie In Your Life
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Perfect Gift Ideas For The Hair Product Junkie In Your Life

If you’ve walked into ANY store recently, you’re painfully aware that the holidays are almost upon us. Though they’re not quite as close as the department stores would have you...

  • By Kim Wong-Shing
4 min read
8 Mistakes To Avoid The Next Time You Wash Your Wig
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8 Mistakes To Avoid The Next Time You Wash Your Wig

It’s important to wash your wig regularly so that it stays in good shape for as long as possible. Washing a wig might seem straightforward at first – it’s pretty much like...

  • By Kim Wong-Shing
3 min read
15 Unforgettable Celebrity Halloween Costumes
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15 Unforgettable Celebrity Halloween Costumes

Halloween season is here at last! Which means that, unless you’re an excellent planner, you’re probably scrambling for a genius costume idea right now. If you’re anything like me, you’...

  • By Kim Wong-Shing
7 min read
How to Temporarily Dye your Hair for Halloween
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How to Temporarily Dye your Hair for Halloween

Dressing up for Halloween is an exciting opportunity to turn into someone entirely different for the night. Having the right hair for the outfit is crucial, but depending on your costume idea, you...

  • By Kim Wong-Shing
3 min read
7 Sweet Reasons You Should Add Honey To Your Hair Routine
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7 Sweet Reasons You Should Add Honey To Your Hair Routine

Natural hair care is more popular than ever, but finding natural ingredients that actually work can be a struggle. However, there’s one effective ingredient hiding in most of our kitchens: honey. Yes,...

  • By Kim Wong-Shing
2 min read
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