#AskApril: What is Steam Treatment?

Steaming is adding moisture to your hair in the form of moist heat, or “steam”. Hair steaming is beneficial if you have dry hair that you find difficult to keep moisturized. The moist heat encourages blood flow which aids in promoting hair growth. The steam lifts the hair cuticle allowing for your treatments to penetrate …

#AskApril: How do I choose a stylist for my natural hair?

The first thing you need to do is Research. Check social media, websites, ask around, talk with people who have previously gotten their hair done by that particular stylist. Make sure all of your questions or concerns are answered. Clients with natural hair have to be cautious when booking with salons. Because natural hair isn’t …

New Column: #AskApril About All Your Natural Hair Needs

Last December, Style & Snow spoke with April Williams, founder of A Perfect 1o Hair, to get insight on her journey to start a natural hair products line. Because of her expertise and upon the opening of her new natural only salon in Syracuse (the only one of its kind!), we have decided to join …

Style & Beauty: Ebony Rose Naturals Co-Owner Cassandra Medard

For this week’s Style & Beauty feature we caught up with local female entrepreneur Cassandra Medard, co-owner of Ebony Rose Naturals, a company that provides top industry toxin-free skin and hair care products all in one place. Keep reading to find out what her company has to offer and its plans for the future. Style & Snow:  What …

#AskApril: How do I start a hair regimen, and stick to it?

(Click here to shop April’s natural hair care line.) Before you can create a hair care regimen you should first identify your unique hair care needs. Understand that what works for one person might not work for you. You may also consult with a Natural Hair Stylist/Specialist to determine your hairs porosity, texture, and problem …

Style & Create: Natural Beauty Professional Wants to Give You “A Perfect 10” Hair

This week’s Style & Create series profiles April Williams, a licensed cosmetologist and founder of A Perfect 10 Hair, a line of natural hair products. Williams saw something missing from the natural hair industry, so she created it. Style & Snow: I understand your grandmother encouraged you to start your natural hair care line. Please …

Tommi’s on Her FlygirlShhh

This week’s Style & Create series features the curator of FlygirlShhh, a t-shirt company with a message the exceeds more than the aesthetics of fashion but also a message promoting sisterhood and women empowerment. Check out her profile below. Name: Tommi Billingsley Company: FlygirlShhh Title: Founder/Creative Director Hometown: Syracuse, New York Education: Business degree from …

Jami Makes Your Nails Bang

This week’s Style & Create blog series profiles Jami Procopio, founder of Nail Bang, a one-stop glam shop for beauty lovers. Two years ago, she discovered her passion for nail work and now she’s starring in this year’s first nail performance show “Nail’d it” on Oxygen, which premieres on October 7th. Bang, bang! S&S:  Your …

Style & Create: CELLetto

This week's Style & Create blog series profiles Tabrinnay Nelson, founder of CELLetto, a line of custom glam cell phone cases. Check out her profile and work below. The Creator: Tabrinnay Nelson   My Creation: Custom Cell Phone Cases Business Name: CELLetto   How I Got Started: “I got serious less than a year ago. …

130: #100DayChallenge Update

 (Pic: My goal weight in my card holder. Peek the Starbucks Gold card. I finally made gold status. I brag.) It's been a little over a week since I started my #100DayChallenge. I lost 5.6 lbs in one week. I did the "3 Times Workout," 30-45 minutes at the gym, and drank water like a …