7 ways to avoid single strand knots

Whether you have natural curly, wavy, coily or kinky hair, chances are at some point in your hair story you have experienced the dreaded Single Strand Knots (SSK’s) also known as fairy knots. There are a number of reasons why we get SSK’s ranging from our hair naturally curling up on itself, not properly detangling our hair, over manipulation or even excessive dryness. In my experience it is not always possible to be 100% SSK-free however, there are steps we can take to help limit them. What … [Read more...]


Naturally Fierce Feature: Vastia

My name is Vastia. I am a single mom, student, employee, blogger, friend, and tired lol. I love to help people in anyway I can. I am from Brooklyn, NY and I have a youtube, instagram, and soon blog. JadoreVastia How long have you been natural? This October will be 2 years since my last relaxer. Were you a big chopper or transitioner? I transitioned. I was broke, no other way to put it. I had been out of work and was using up my savings trying to get a job, trying to take care of … [Read more...]


OBSESSION WITH ELONGATION: A NATURAL HAIR PROBLEM

It can happen to the best of us.  You start off knowing it takes time for natural, coily, or curly hair to have any ‘hang time’.  There are many products that promote creating curls but they also promote giving you longer curls, elongated tresses or fighting shrinkage.  It sounds good, heck, it sounds great but is there honestly a product that can elongate your curls to lengths we can only dream of without straightening our hair? I’m guilty of trying to elongate my hair too.  Every day I … [Read more...]


Naturally Fierce Feature: Mia

Mia Settle originally from Fayetteville, NC but currently reside in the DMV area. I big chopped in summer 2006 after major damage from chemical processing. I was so frustrated with my damaged hair I first decided that I would cut all of my permed ends off, wear braids for a few months until my hair was healthy again, and then perm again. After about 9 months wearing micro braids, I decided to let my hair breath and that's when I fell in love! I mean, I had no clue how to care for or style my … [Read more...]


I’m More Than My Curls: Natural Hair & Self Worth

Do you remember the first time you transitioned to your natural curls? All those times that you washed and deep conditioned it and said to yourself, “What is my hair really going to look like if I do this?” Some naturalistas are or have been placed in this position. Let’s consider what African American hair has experienced before reaching transition: As a child, any twisting hairstyle packed with petroleum jelly worked for your mom. By adolescence, questioning of personal appearance began … [Read more...]


Naturally Fierce Feature: Amyette

My name is Amyette Bridges originally from SC but I've been living in GA for 12 years now, currently residing in Sandy Springs, GA.  My journey starts as a teen, I've always wanted to do hair, a cosmetologist. I never gave much thought to my hair when I was younger it was pressed then on to the relaxer as time changed so I went with it because of the taught routine. How long have you been natural? I've been without a relaxer now for 5 years, my journey began April 2009. What motivated you … [Read more...]


DETANGLING 101

Detangling is a necessary evil that naturals endure at every hair length possible.  No exceptions to the rule on this one.  Everyone has to detangle whether the texture or the thickness or the length of time it takes.  It’s one of the biggest challenges that newly naturals face in the beginning that can deter some from staying natural especially if transitioning as the relaxed ends may not need it while the natural roots do! It’s not all bad and in fact detangling can be made easier and quicker … [Read more...]


Top 15 Natural Hair Ingredients

I think it’s safe to say that if you’re a person that wants healthy hair with the minimal amount of damage then you’re also a person that wants to make sure that the products you’re using are healthy as well. For the ingredient readers out there or those of you that are interested in knowing what you can use for your individual needs outside of your regular wash routine, I’ve prepared a small list of ingredients that are already in most natural hair products or that you can add at home to simply … [Read more...]


Naturally Fierce Feature: Kimberly

Tell us about yourself. My name is Kimberly Nichole but everyone calls me Kimmie. I was born and raised in Southern California, but I have lived in NYC for 6 years now. I will ALWAYS consider myself a Cali girl but now I have a little bit of that Brooklyn swag. :-) I am a 33 year old Mental Health Counselor who works with mentally ill and formerly homeless youth and young adults. How long have you been natural? I have been natural since December of 2011, so almost 3 years now. What … [Read more...]


Naturally Fierce Feature: Kimberly

Hi! My name is Kimberly, I am a 26 y/o Latina residing in a small suburban town in Central Massachusetts. I work full-time at a family-owned mental health clinic and recently picked up blogging as a part-time hobby. How long have you been natural? My mother started relaxing my hair since the age of eight. I am now proud to announce creamy crack (relaxer) has not touched my hair since 2010. In 2012 though, I became very frustrated with my hair due to it’s unmanageability so I decided to … [Read more...]


Business Spotlight: Farasue’s Garden

Please tell us what prompted you to start Farasue's Garden? I have big chopped 3 times, burned, colored, damaged my hair sooooo often and could never find products that worked for my hair! Plus I have a lot of allergies and I was tired of my scalp being sore and flaky and messed up! What Was Your Initial Career Goal? I took it more as a hobby to help people grow healthy hair they will love. Affordable, quality, REAL ingredients that WORK. Has that changed from what you are currently … [Read more...]


Boy’s Hair vs. Girl’s Hair

My husband and I were recently discussing how we plan to cut our son’s hair for the new school year. Hulk, as my son prefers to be called, has curly hair that is very similar to my own. I love when Hulk’s hair grows out into a curly top, faded on the sides and back. But, my husband insists on his favorite cut, a low-cut Caesar. While talking to my hubby I realized that men have a world of hair care of their own. I have always known this to be true from watching my father care for his hair as … [Read more...]


Naturally Fierce Feature: Kara

Hi! My name is Kara. Im originally from New Jersey but I packed my stuff up and headed to LA a little over a year ago to pursue my dreams of becoming an Interior Designer. How long have you been natural? I have been natural my entire life but just like most of us, you don't really embrace your curls until you realize you completely damaged your hair. I use to flat iron and color my hair A LOT! The straight hair would work during the cool seasons but once summer hit...forget it! My hair … [Read more...]


Open letter to my Sisters with relaxed hair

The conflict between women with natural hair and women with relaxers is something that has been on my mind a lot lately.  I’ve seen YouTube videos complaining about natural fanatics, and weave shaming images go viral.  Even though, I personally have nothing against women who relax their hair, the growing beef between naturals and sisters with relaxed hair is something that concerns me.  Part of what I love about the natural hair community is the sense of sisterhood, support, and understanding … [Read more...]