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About Linda Cabinda

Linda Cabinda was born in the West African nation of Cameroon. She graduated from the University of Southern California with a BA in English. Her journey of self-realization has taken her from Los Angeles, to Chicago, and even Miami. She is a writer and "resident creative" currently residing in New Jersey.

To Her Its “Just Hair”, To Me Its An Earned Trophy Of Patient Persistence - Why #BlackHairMatters

To Her Its “Just Hair”, To Me Its An Earned Trophy Of Patient Persistence – Why #BlackHairMatters

Four 2016 Summer Style Tips For The Naturalista

Four 2016 Summer Style Tips For The Naturalista

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The Moment I Realized I Projected More Confidence With My Wig Than My Natural Hair

Big Afro

Is a Frizzy Fro More Desirable Than Laid Curls?

Tips To Get Rid Of Stubborn Frizzy Roots

Tips To Get Rid Of Stubborn Frizzy Roots

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Since Going Natural I Get Less Attention From Men And It Is Perfectly Ok

Curly hair

Does Curl Training Lead To Over Conditioning?

Three Must Have Ingredients in Your Deep Conditioner

Three Must Have Ingredients in Your Deep Conditioner

@natashaleeds

Curl Training: The Secret To Defined, Frizz-Free Hair

I Stopped Washing Out My Deep Conditioner, and Loved It!

I Stopped Washing Out My Deep Conditioner, and Loved It!

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Why The Maximum Hydration Method Failed For Me The Second Time Around

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How Hair Porosity Affects Moisture

The Unruly Natural Woman

The Unruly Natural Woman

@heycurlie

This Simple Trick Helps Moisturize Low Porosity Hair

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Going Blonde? Four Common Mistakes That Women Make

Pro Tips On How To Buy The Best Hair On Ali Express

Pro Tips On How To Buy The Best Hair On Ali Express

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News Flash! Blonde Hair Does Not Solely Belong To White Folk

How Ali Express Has Changed The Hair Extensions Game

How Ali Express Has Changed The Hair Extensions Game

All Black Everything: Beyonce's New Music Video "Formation" Glorifies Blackness

All Black Everything: Beyonce’s New Music Video “Formation” Glorifies Blackness

Perfect wigs

How To Achieve The Most Undetectable Hair Extensions Ever

Mucilage Bearing Plants Are Great Styling Aids For Your DIY Products

Mucilage Bearing Plants Are Great Styling Aids For Your DIY Products

@natashaleeds

Water-only Washing And Deep Conditioning For Defined Curls

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Get Your Tiny 4C Curls To Pop Using Finger-Combing And Maximum Hydration

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I Finally Found A Natural Way To Fade Hyperpigmentation

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How I Got My Oily Skin Under Control

5 Runway Hairstyles That Prove Natural Hair is Here To Stay

5 Runway Hairstyles That Prove Natural Hair is Here To Stay

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Spring Awakening: Natural Hair Is Dominating The Runways In 2016

My Journey Back To My 'Nappy' Roots Wasn't Easy But The Best Decision I Ever Made

My Journey Back To My ‘Nappy’ Roots Wasn’t Easy But The Best Decision I Ever Made