THE OBITUARY

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Hand-Tied vs. Genius Wefts: How to Choose the Right One

Hand-Tied vs. Genius Wefts: How to Choose the Right One

Let’s clear something up:Hand-tied and genius wefts are not the same thing — and understanding the difference can completely change how your install turns out. Both can create beautiful results.But they behave differently behind the...
Mourning Hair Is Going Daily on YouTube — And It’s About to Get Real

Mourning Hair Is Going Daily on YouTube — And It’s About to Get Real

You know that feeling when you’re watching “educational” hair content and it’s all fluff, no real answers? Yeah — same. So starting October 6, I’m changing that. Because Mourning Hair is officially going daily on...
I Hated the First Batch of Mourning Hair

I Hated the First Batch of Mourning Hair

Let’s rewind. The first time I held Mourning Hair in my hands, I was buzzing. I thought this was it. I thought I’d nailed it. The bundles looked thick.The wefts were full.On paper, everything checked...
Your Client’s Hair Isn’t Falling Out — Let’s Talk About Removal Shed

Your Client’s Hair Isn’t Falling Out — Let’s Talk About Removal Shed

You’re halfway through a removal. You snip. You loosen.You slide the extensions out. And then —You’ve got what looks like a small animal in your hands. Cue the internal freakout. “Did I just pull out...
The Truth About Curly Extensions: More Product Isn’t Better

The Truth About Curly Extensions: More Product Isn’t Better

Let’s debunk something real quick. When a client’s curly extensions start feeling dry, brittle, or crunchy, most stylists go straight into rescue mode: “Add more oil.”“Slather on a protein mask.”“Try a keratin treatment.” But here’s...
Why “It Depends” Might Be the Best Thing a Hair Educator Can Say

Why “It Depends” Might Be the Best Thing a Hair Educator Can Say

Let’s be honest:There’s a comfort in formulas. A bead count. A diagram. An “always do it this way” type of rule. So when stylists show up to a Cease & Desist class, it’s no surprise...
When Hair Stops Feeling Like Art — and Starts Feeling Like Obligation

When Hair Stops Feeling Like Art — and Starts Feeling Like Obligation

There’s a moment a lot of stylists experience — and no one talks about it enough. You’re still showing up. Still posting. Still doing great work. But underneath it? You’re bored. You’re tired. And maybe...