As the year winds down, I thought it was as good a time as any for me to reflect on 2009 and compile my hits and misses for the year. After a lot of deliberation I present to you the final edition of the DHO Top 5′s of 2009! DHO Top 5 Disappointments of 2009 #5 Mizani Moisturefuse I still don’t understand what all the hype was about. I’ll finish the container cause I have the tub. #4 Graham Webb Silk Repair Leave-in Conditioner I got this on recommendation that it was the “best” leave-in for my hair type. I hang my head in shame cause I should have known...

As the year winds down, I thought it was as good a time as any for me to reflect on 2009 and compile my hits and misses for the year. After a lot of deliberation I present to you Part 2 of the DHO Top 5′s of 2009! DHO Top 5 Tools, Accessories & Appliances of 2009 #5 Strawllers I’ve always wanted a straw set so these hold a special place in my heart. #4 Hot Tools Soft Bonnet Dryer 7 years and it still serves its purpose faithfully. I love that I can dry my hair anywhere a power outlet is available and don’t have to be confined to a chair at a table. It’s also...

Just when you thought that you had figured out your hair type (i.e. 3, 4 etc.), Mizani has defined a new typing key – the The MIZANI Natural Curl Key™ is an easy-to-use reference guide that allows professional stylists to identify the hair type of any client and determine its key characteristics and special needs, as well as the most beneficial care and service suggestions. Mizani Natural Curl Key I like this curl key better than the previous key we’ve become so used to because it’s more visual. No longer do I have to read a description and try to identify myself as a 3c, 4a or 4b...

Only 6 days left till Christmas and if you’re doing last minute shopping or still struggling to decide on a gift for that special hair obsessor in your life, here are 6 fan-tab-u-lous steals that would make any hair obsessor happy! #1 Carol’s Daughter Recipe for Smooth and Shiny Hair [$29] @ Carol’s Daughter To keep your hair looking smooth and shiny every day, start with soothing Black Vanilla Herbal Shampoo with moisturizing botanicals of Nettle, Red Clover and Lavender. Next, apply ultra-moisturizing Black Vanilla Hair Smoothie, made with nourishing Shea and Cocoa Butters...

As the year winds down, I thought it was as good a time as any for me to reflect on 2009 and compile my hits and misses for the year. After a lot of deliberation I present to you Part 1 of a three part series of the DHO Top 5′s of 2009! DHO Top 5 Hair Products of 2009 #5 Wave Nouveau Finishing Lotion It’ll ruin any curls as it leaves my hair damp but rest assured it’s very moisturized. #4 Qhemet Biologics Burdock Root Butter Moisturizes without a greasy weighed down feel. Good line up of natural ingredients. #3 Kenra Moisturizing Conditioner The best conditioner...