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You Have Questions & We Have Answers

In the season of giving, we thought this would be the perfect time to go over just a few of the frequently asked questions Jess answered.

Jessica McGuinty with Haley Rhine hugging and smiling for the camera in front of a Jessicurl poster

Curly Chronicle - Hayley Rhine

Whatever trade shows, expos or even coffee shops for that matter that Jess went to in the earlier days of Jessicurl she invariably met people that she carried with her for the rest of her days. She did not only leave an impact on everybody she met but cherished the impact that they made on her. Haley Rhine was no exception.

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Celebrating 10 Years with Spiralicious Styling Gel

As we approach the 10 year anniversary of Spiralicious Styling Gel, let's revisit Jess’ voice when she brought us all the news that Sprialicious had arrived!

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Curly Chronicle - Dan Davis

We’re heading back into Jess’ Curly Chronicle archives this week and remembering how she always showcased the people that were important players on her journey. 

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A Look Back - Just Booked My Tattoo Appointment

After sporting our very popular, Jessicurl Temporary Tattoos at most of the events she went to, Jess realized that sponging her logo on her arm only to have it fade was not the route she wanted to take anymore. She didn’t need any tattoo ideas. In 2012 she decided to get “The Goddess” or “full body logo lady” as she called it at the time, permanently inked on her arm as a nod to the brand and community she created.

Photo of Jessica McGuinty sitting on chair behind video camera.

In Honor of Jess: A Legacy Living On

Jessica McGuinty was a bright light whose spirit will endure for all those that embrace it.

May the road rise up to meet you.
May the wind be always at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face;
the rains fall soft upon your fields and until we meet again.

curly hair on a pool towel with a small bottle of Too Shea! Extra Moisturizing Conditioner laying on the hair

Protect Your Curls Pool-Side

One of my Twitter buddies asked me about hair for pool care and I promised to do a blog about it since I didn’t think I could do the question justice in a mere 280 characters. 

That said, the steps to protecting your curls in the pool and against chlorine hair are pretty simple. :)

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Curly Chronicle - Betsy O'Phelan

I am so excited to revisit our series Curly Chronicles.

Since starting this company I have come into contact with countless inspiring people socially and professionally that really cemented how much larger our curly hair club is. Early on I knew that I could not keep these interactions all to myself and started writing Curly Chronicles which is basically a short form interview for you all to read.

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Dew Point?

As we get better and better at dialing in healthy hair, we discover more and more factors that can play a role in getting good hair days more often than not. Now, what is dew point and how do we navigate this new territory? Even deeper is steps to calculating dew point.

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How I Get Up Early For Flights AND Have Great Curls

Howdy Curlies! Greetings from the airport! :) I don’t know why I’m so smiley and chipper, given that my flight was canceled. I was supposed to get into Saskatoon (that’s...

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Random Things I Like

If there is one truth to the success of Jessicurl, it’s that there wouldn’t BE any Jessicurl if y’all weren’t out there telling each other about it. For reals. You are a chatty bunch and I thank you for it. :-) You’re telling your sisters and your friends and your cousins and your hair stylists how much you love Jessicurl and that’s a large reason why we’ve grown and survived over the years.

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Riding In Cars With Curls

That’s right – I have a convertible car AND a curly hair obsession. How can that BE? I’m here to tell you my secrets. :)