Naturally Fierce Feature: Geraldine

My name is Geraldine Ferrer. I am originally from Brooklyn, NY and currently reside in Philadelphia, PA. Personally, I have always been natural; however, I made a decision five years ago to transition towards developing a healthier hair regimen that allowed for the incorporation of more natural hair products and less heat. Throughout my journey, I have learned so much about my hair and encountered so many experiences that most natural haired women do. Being natural has also allowed me to shift … [Read more...]


Naturally Fierce Feature: Etiopia

My name is Etiopia Martin, and I'm from New York; I'm currently a college student majoring in fashion marketing How long have you been natural? I have been natural my whole life, as a child I always wanted to have straight hair like everyone else . My mother refused to give me or allow me to put any chemicals in my hair that would change its natural texture and that at almost 20 years old I'm thankful for that . How would you describe your hair? I would describe my hair as "Hair who … [Read more...]


Naturally Fierce Feature: Breana

My name is Breana, I am from Providence, Rhode Island and I am 21 years old. I have naturally curly hair but always wanted my hair straight when I was younger. As I got older and learned how to use a flat iron & dye my own hair, I began to straighten & dye my hair all the time, which resulted in damaged hair. My curls began to ruin and my hair started thinning, I've never had a "big chop" but decided to cut about 4-5 inches off to have healthier hair. I've then started to deep condition … [Read more...]


Naturally Fierce Feature: Queenie

Hi readers, My name is Queenie Constancia (24 years). I'm currently living in The Netherlands, Amsterdam. After finishing High School I decided to move out from my native island CURACAO to AMSTERDAM. I'm studying Small Business & Retail Management at The University of Applied Sciences Amsterdam.  I am a part-time model and I have Brand Ambassador for QUEENSZ. How long have you been natural? I have been natural all my life, but I changed my hairstyle to an afro-look at 15 years … [Read more...]


Naturally Fierce Feature: Maya

Hello to all naturals! My name is Maya Congo and I’m from Silver Spring, Maryland. I’m a pre-nursing major at Old Dominion University which is in Norfolk, Virginia. I am now a junior and am 20 years old. I love educating myself on natural hair in the African American community and exploring versatile styles with my own hair. How long have you been natural? I have been natural all my life thanks to my mother. She was truly a stickler for keeping my hair natural when I was young because she … [Read more...]


Naturally Fierce Feature: Angela

My name is Angela. I'm from Southern California and I'm a social worker. How long have you been natural? I've been natural my entire life but I didn't take great care of my hair until approximately April of 2011. I had three perms during my childhood and straighten my hair many times throughout high school and undergrad years. Although I stopped straightening my hair in 2006, I dyed my hair like crazy until April 2011. What motivated you to transition? Were you a transitioner or a Big … [Read more...]


Naturally Fierce Feature: Faune

My name is Faune Martin, I'm 18 years old and I live in Copenhagen, Denmark in Scandinavia. My heritage is half danish and half american in which i'm also part native american. Since I was a child I've mostly had my hair loose without tight up-do's. I've cut it once where I was short haired (to the neck/ears or so) for approximately a year - it grows out quickly!  Since then I only cut the ends to keep it healthy and fresh (and to define the natural curls). From time to time I straighten it just … [Read more...]


Naturally Fierce Feature: Sherica

Greetings Dolls! My name is Sherica and-editor I’m the co-owner/co-editor of Shatterproof Glass Dolls LLC. I’m a proud Florida Doll currently residing in Tampa where I attend USF and take classes toward my Bachelors in Science. I’ve been natural and creamy crack free my whole life. My mother refused to put any chemicals in our hair while we were growing up because she didn’t want to permanently alter or change the natural chemistry of our hair, plus being a former transistioner herself she … [Read more...]


Naturally Fierce Feature: Angel

My name is Angel. I was born, raised and still live in Los Angeles. The hair goes where I go; the office, the gym, the dance studio, restaurants and everywhere in between. How long have you been natural? Almost 25 years (my whole life)! I've noticed that the "natural hair movement" is geared a lot towards spotlighting and encouraging those who were not always natural (understandably so) and I hear very little from those who have been.  What motivated you to stay natural? At first, my being … [Read more...]


Naturally Fierce Feature: Suraya

Hi my name Is Suki. A creative spirit born in the 90’s. I'm a proud mother of two beautiful kids. My daughter Zoë-Yzabella is 2 and my baby boy Yoshua is a newborn. I'm Dutch with South-American roots, currently living in Holland. I stayed in New York for a while & I miss it with all my heart. How long have you been natural? I've always been natural, I never used any chemicals to change my hair texture even though I did want to, but instead I just embraced my hair at the age of 12. … [Read more...]


Naturally Fierce Feature: Taneica

My name is Taneica Oliveira and I am originally from Hollywood Florida. I currently live in Central Illinois with my husband, dog, bird, and brand new baby! I work at our local news station here in town as a morning editor/ photographer/reporter. How long have you been natural?I've been natural my entire life. I remember wanting to have hair that blew in the wind when I was in kindergarten...My mom used to give me pigtails and them suckers were supposed to last all week, so she really tied every … [Read more...]


Naturally Fierce Feature: Danielle

  My name is Danielle and I’m from Inglewood California. I’ve lived all over America from Kansas City to Philadelphia. I’m probably the biggest nerd you’ll ever meet. I consider myself a modern day Ms. Frizzle since I am a science teacher and biologist. How long have you been natural? I’ve been natural all my life, except about a two year stint with perm starting my junior year of high school. I begged my mom for a perm because I wanted to do my own hair (Mistake #1) and I thought it would be … [Read more...]


Naturally Fierce Feature: Sheana

My name is Sheana Brown and I'm from California. I never liked my hair. I always kept it in a low bun!How long have you been natural?I have been natural All my life. Although I did not transition, i wasn't properly taking care of my hair, didn't keep it moisturized etc. I had Seen this Lady with A big, beautiful Afro & that movitated me to start taking care of my hair.What has been the most memorable part of your journey?  The most memorable part of this journey happened when i had literally … [Read more...]


Naturally Fierce Feature: D’Andra

My name is D'Andra Williams and I am originally from the island of Jamaica. I have been residing in New York City for many years, so you can pretty much say I'm a New Yorker. Queens, to be exact :) How long have you been natural? I have been natural my whole life, no cutting or relaxers. I had my first color experience at a hair show in 2008 and have been coloring ever since.  I actually cannot recall knowing I had curly hair or embracing my fro until my late teens-early 20's. Has being natural … [Read more...]


Naturally Fierce Feature: D'Andra

My name is D'Andra Williams and I am originally from the island of Jamaica. I have been residing in New York City for many years, so you can pretty much say I'm a New Yorker. Queens, to be exact :) How long have you been natural? I have been natural my whole life, no cutting or relaxers. I had my first color experience at a hair show in 2008 and have been coloring ever since.  I actually cannot recall knowing I had curly hair or embracing my fro until my late teens-early 20's. Has being natural … [Read more...]


Naturally Fierce Spotlight: Tabatha

Hi! My name is Tabatha. Dominican & Puertorican, born in the Bronx, now residing in Massachusetts. I'm 26 years old and that's how long I've been natural! I love my curls. I remember dying it blonde in highschool and I was devastated that it got straggly. I ended up cutting a good amount off when that happened and then let it grow out. For a long time, I left it shoulder length when curly and then I decided I wanted long locks again. I trim it every 6 months and do weekly conditioners to keep it … [Read more...]