The strand blog

the strand

the inside scoop on amika:
brooklyn lifestyle, all things hair.
debunking product myths +
serving look inspo, one strand at a time.

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the kure collection spotlight: how to fix damaged hair

Here at amika, we are a friend to all. A friend to hair, hairstylists, to her, him, them and you. We create products to solve...read more

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for the pros: how amika stylists use the wizard detangling primer

Often when we speak to stylists and salon owners, they tell us that the wizard detangling primer is either their number one favorite product or...read more

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black hair industry leader's lookbook

image via @christopherjohnrodger, hair by @naeemahlafond For Black History Month, we want to amplify and share the work of Black artists who inspire us and...read more

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salons we love: Cosmic Heart Salon

One of our most beloved communities is our salon and stylist friends. If you didn’t already know, amika is Brooklyn-born + salon-raised. We celebrate our...read more

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pro tips: how to use the reset pink charcoal scalp cleansing oil in salon

image via @laurakay.hair Hi! I’m India, Territory Brand Manager for Western Canada for amika. I work closely with our distributors and retail partners across Western...read more

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salonswe love: BLO/OUT Blow Dry Bar

One of our most beloved communities is our salon and stylist friends. If you didn’t already know, amika is Brooklyn-born + salon-raised. We celebrate our...read more

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friend of amika: how alexis learned to find confidence with her hair

The name amika means friend in the language Esperanto and is a symbol of our belief in power of community and the beauty of diversity....read more

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hair diaries ambassador edition: how Xavier has come to love his natural wave

Our communities are a driving force behind everything that we do. amika does mean “friend” in the language Esperanto, don’t forget! We love to have...read more

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how to create a holiday hair look for socially distant celebrations

Every year, we SO look forward to featuring a holiday look created by one of our friends, if not multiple! In past years, holiday parties...read more

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friend of amika: how ashley has adapted to a new hair routine

The name amika means friend in the language Esperanto and is a symbol of our belief in power of community and the beauty of diversity....read more

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hair diaries; vinny's relationship with his hair

Hi there, friends! Here at amika, it’s important that you know you will always have a friend in us. We're a collective of curious creatives,...read more

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salons we love: Hair by Wyss Salon

One of our most beloved communities is our salon and stylist friends. If you didn’t already know, amika is Brooklyn-born + salon-raised. We celebrate our heritage...read more

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