CAN YOU REALLY REPAIR SPLIT ENDS?

I have seen this question popping up more than usual and maybe it's because of some new products on the market claiming to repair split ends. Yes, the claims are shocking and probably falling on happy ears but in all reality my dear Naturals...  No, you cannot repair split ends. Please do not kill the messenger. I would be doing you a grave injustice by lying so after I give you TWO different experts giving valid details on why this cannot occur, maybe you will calm down and we can find other … [Read more...]


Naturally Fierce Feature: April

My name is April I'm a 24-year-old student trying to obtain my RN. I'm from NJ but moved to Hawaii shortly after graduating high school. I work at a rehab hospital in the dialysis department and I wouldn't trade it for the world. How long have you been natural? What motivated you to go natural? I've been natural on and off since my late teens but for some reason I would always go back to straightening (flat iron no relaxer since early teenage years) my hair to make it more manageable. … [Read more...]


Giveaway: Trader Joe’s Tea Tree Tingle Shampoo & Conditioner

a Rafflecopter giveaway  Trader Joe's Tea Tree Tingle Shampoo & Conditioner Giveaway!! Seriously Natural and I wanted to give you (our lovely readers) the opportunity to win both since you can't run to a Trader Joe's to get your own. ALSO CHECK OUT MY REVAMPED STORE AND LET ME KNOW WHAT YOU THINK. CLICK HERE … [Read more...]


Naturally Fierce Feature: Dyasia

  Hey Guys! My name is Dyasia and I’m from the Bronx, NY. How long have you been natural? I big chopped in June 2013, but transitioned for 3 months before that, so I’ve been growing out my hair for 11 months. What motivated you to go natural? 2 years ago I would have never imagined myself going natural.  I started getting relaxers in high school, so wash and sets were all I knew. When I went away to college, two of my roommates had natural hair and this sparked my … [Read more...]


So, What if Blue Ivy’s Hair is Messy?

Messy Hair Don’t Care! By this point we have all heard about the controversy surrounding Jay Z and Beyonce’s two year old daughter, Blue Ivy’s hair. There was a very clear divide amongst the natural hair community, but some individuals felt so strongly about the appearance of the toddler’s tresses that a petition was created. As a mother of two curly hair daughters, this petition was very disturbing to me. Let’s just be honest. Everyday is not going to be a great hair day. We strive for … [Read more...]


Should I Change My Hair to Get a Job? Pros/Cons

Straight Interview Styles VS Naturally Textured Interview Styles   So you’ve landed an interview… Great! It’s the night before the big day and you’re staring at your tresses in the mirror thinking: What. To. Do? Should I straighten, or do a curly, natural style? In America’s fashion culture, on occasions where the dress is formal or business related, straight hairstyles are worn to implement a ‘sleek’ or ‘neat’ look. One cannot exist for more than fifteen minutes in an office, ceremonial event, … [Read more...]


Naturally Fierce Feature: Wolfgang

  Morning everyone,  my name is Wolfgang Lisborg, and I'm a upcoming Natural Hair Enthusiast. I was born and raised half of my life in Denmark, Europe and later  came to the United States during my pre-teen years. I soon gravitated towards the arts in the form of fashion/portrait photography, dancing, being a visionary, and being a voice-over artist. I took part in the arts while staying true to my West African culture. I express my natural hair to enlighten women(primarily black) on … [Read more...]


Naturally Fierce Feature: Sara

My name is Sariah Nicole and I am from Atlanta, Georgia. I am a student at Georgia Southern University. My hair journey was not planned but it was the best thing that has ever happened to me. How long have you been natural? I will hit three years on November 22nd. What motivated you to transition? Were you a transitioner or a Big Chopper& why? What motivated me to transition was that one time after I had gotten a perm I noticed that my scalp was different. It was very sensitive … [Read more...]


How to take care of an itchy scalp

Some of us have to deal with an itchy scalp which can drive us up the wall! Apart from going through an embarrassing situation where you are trying to “discreetly” scratch an itch during a romantic first date or important meeting, if not properly addressed it can snowball and get worse.  ‘Prevention is better cure’ right? So in order to prevent an itchy scalp, one needs to understand what can cause it and then move onto solutions to heal the problem, if it has already happened.   Why is your … [Read more...]


Naturally Fierce Feature: Alex

Hey there ! I'm Alex Marie, I live in Hampton Roads, VA. This is my second time being natural and I'm obsessed with Big Chops!! Lol How long have you been natural? This is my 2nd time being natural and I started in 2010, I was natural for 9 months then relaxed it ( I know I'm terrible). I transition slowly from a pixie cut and cut the ends off slowly. Currently I've been natural for 2 years. What motivated you to transition? Were you a transitioner or a Big Chopper& why? I big … [Read more...]


Free shipping & Website Relaunch

Hey Naturalistas, Celebrate summertime with FREE Standard Shipping* on any order containing a tank top. Enter the code TANKYOU at checkout through July 22nd! Check out the new design of our store: connecting our accessories, t shirt, and blog in one location.Visit GlobalCouture.net. Check it out and shop the accessory sale 5 pairs of earrings for $25! Curly Ashley tank Price $ 23.00 To the product Curly Price $ 23.00 To the … [Read more...]


4 LESSONS THAT WILL MAKE OR BREAK YOUR HAIR JOURNEY

  Your natural hair journey is a personal one. Everyone’s path is different and your journey will be as positive or negative as you want it to be. Attitude is everything. If you are seeing this as a lifestyle change, you will make it through with flying colors. Having a negative perspective and attitude will only cause you to concentrate on your failures. In order to achieve greatness during your journey, there are valuable lessons to learn early. BE PATIENT Patience is your key to … [Read more...]


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...]


At the Natural Hair Expo

  At the Natural Hair Expo by globalcouture featuring leather bags Red cardigan $110 - zalando.co.uk Topshop skirt $82 - topshop.com Giuseppe Zanotti leather sandals bergdorfgoodman.com Yves Saint Laurent leather bag luisaviaroma.com Versace bracelet modaoperandi.com Blue Nile gold earrings bluenile.com Dorothy Perkins belt dorothyperkins.com Naturally Revolutionary globalcouture.spreadshirt.com … [Read more...]


Naturally Fierce Feature: Takeya

Hi ladies, My name is Takeya. I’m 25 years old and I’m a Chicago native, born and raised! I’ll be graduating in one month with my master’s degree in clinical counseling psychology with a specialization in child and adolescent psychology. My goal is to help the youth especially in Chicago. I’m a firm believer that we have to help individuals in their youth in order to produce healthy functioning adults. I plan to get my Psy.D .....one day. I need a break from school!! Interestingly there’s a lot … [Read more...]


Naturally Fierce Feature: Kelsey & Kendra (BKA Glamtwinz)

Kelsey & Kendra: We are "Beauty Gurus" Kelsey & Kendra Murrell better known as “The Glamtwinz”. We are 22 years of age and are from Montgomery, AL but currently reside in Atlanta, GA. We moved to ATL to pursue our career in the field of Beauty! We are Aveda Institute graduates and are “Master Cometologists.” How long have you been natural?  Kelsey & Kendra: We’ve been natural for over 4 ½ years now. What motivated you to transition? Were you a transitioneror a Big … [Read more...]