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Hello! I’m Scarlett and the creator of Wonder Curl, a line of haircare products for curly hair. I’m a Haitian born Jersey girl! How long have you been natural? I started 16 years ago, but I would say that I’ve truly been natural 7 years because I haven’t done anything that might alter my natural curl pattern. How would you describe your hair? My hair is thick, dry and frizzy. Even though my hair is dry and frizzy, you’d never know it because I know what works for me and how to … [Read more...]
[written by Sabrina via Naturallycurly] Despite the Natural Hair Movement (NHM) making substantial waves in the hair, style and fashion there still seems to be some inaccuracies about natural hair and what is means. Myths can be detrimental to a movement and since we want this to stay as positive as possible I’m sharing some well-known myths that need to be put to rest. Natural Hair is harder to maintain The truth is it takes work and KNOWLEDGE when going natural. For many women going … [Read more...]
Hey Naturalistas! My name is Rachelle and I am 22 year old graduate from the University of Maryland. Go Terps! I live in Maryland and have been interning at education-based organizations since I graduated. Besides, work and hair I love to run. I am a former track athlete and still try to train everyday (try is the key word LOL). I LOVE God and I’m saved and going to heaven J How long have you been natural? I have been fully natural for 10 months! I transitioned for a little less than a … [Read more...]
My name is Danielle Desiree. My family is from Guyana, South America and I currently reside in Houston, TX. How long have you been natural? I’ve been natural for a little over 5 years What motivated you to transition? Were you a transitioner or a Big Chopper& why? I actually went natural by an accident. I was in college and I wore hair extensions throughout most of my collegiate career. I wore weave consistently for about 8 months and when I finally allowed my hair to breathe I … [Read more...]
Hello my name is Aghogho Sowho. I’m Nigerian American from the DMV currently residing in the United Kingdom. Edinburgh to be exact. How would you describe your style? I would describe my style as minimalistic, classic, simple and chic. I like my clothing to be simple and comfortable while my accessories to be loud or colourful every now and then. (I’m a magpie at heart attracted to shiny and bright things) How do you decide what to wear in the morning? I tend to try on different … [Read more...]
My name is Stephanie Donegan and Im from Birmingham, Alabama. I've lived in Los Angeles, Nashville, Dallas and Atlanta and after years of running from home, settled on Helena, a small suburb outside of Bham as home. How long have you been natural? Ive now been natural for 8 years What motivated you to transition? Were you a transitioner or a Big Chopper& why? Im a big chopper! I first tried going natural in 2002 but failed miserably trying to grow out my relaxer. The transition was … [Read more...]
Today we look at personal stories of hair politics, an anthropological exhibit dedicated to the afro pick (raise fist everybody), and the role of our hair in pop culture. The 6,000-year history of the Afro Comb, its extraordinary impact on cultures worldwide, and community stories relating to hair today are being explored in a new exhibition at the Fitzwilliam Museum and the Museum of Archaeology & Anthropology in Cambridge. The display at the Fitzwilliam Museum includes hundreds … [Read more...]
"My hair just won't grow past this length." If you've ever uttered this phrase, it may be time to take a look at your ends. All hair grows but not all hair retains length. If your goal is to grow long, gorgeous hair, then it is imperative that you give your ends extra TLC. Why? The ends of our hair are the oldest and the most fragile. If you have curly or damaged hair, you are even more likely to experience breakage, so here's what you can do about it. You're Too Rough I cannot say this … [Read more...]
My name is Sahnia (pronounced Sonya) Oates, and I am from Charlotte, NC. I live in Belmont, right outside of Charlotte. Been back since 2007. I graduated from NC A&T and moved to VA for about 4 years. I am a wife of 9 years and have two BEAUTIFUL boys, Mason-7 and Pierce-3 (will turn 8 and 4 this year). Have a MBA in Business Administration with concentrations in Global Management and Human Resource Management. I was laid off last year and currently contracting with a company here in … [Read more...]
a Rafflecopter giveaway Winner will receive: The MANEmasque 16oz MANEbutter 8 oz MANErevive 8 oz MANElixir 2 oz MANE = Hair Ology = The study of a particular subject or branch of knowledge MANEology is simply the study and knowledge of hair. We are a handmade, natural hair care product boutique that provides a holistic and healthy approach to hair care. MANEology was founded in 2014, by Jocellyn Caprice Ford. Wearing the hats of Owner, Mixtress, and Curlfriend, Jocellyn … [Read more...]
My name is Mardia Powell. I'm an artist and graphic designer working in Atlanta, GA. Originally I'm from Nassau, Bahamas. How long have you been natural? My natural hair journey started back in Summer 2003. What motivated you to transition? Were you a transitioner or a Big Chopper& why? I was one of those girls that had a new style every week. One week I would have a long do, then I would cut it . I can go on and on about the colors I have experimented with, but I would have to say … [Read more...]
For natural hair damage tends to come from normal weathering – washing, drying, combing, heat use etc. Colour treated natural hair and relaxed hair can suffer from more cuticle damage. Find out why this process is the key to the health and length of your hair: All hair is made up of the same material. Keratin. What makes hair different is the shape of the hair shaft coupled with the shape of the follicle below the scalp. Sebaceous glands below the scalp secrete an oily substance which … [Read more...]
Unless you’ve been living under a rock since the beginning of the year, you know Lupita Nyong’o has been tearing up the red carpet and collecting awards like black women have been winning them forever! She’s been hailed the red carpet queen by every fashion media outlet worth it’s salt and gold. Rightly so, her style, grace, and HAIR has brought all to their knees. The woman is majestic. Read: 4 Things Lupita Nyong’o Has Taught Me About Brown Beauty Now, everyone is predicating what the … [Read more...]
My name is Keshia and I reside in Atlanta, Georgia. I am 25 years old. I am a graduate of Tuskegee University with a Bachelor’s degree in Sales and Marketing. I have been working in corporate sales for the past two years. Some of my favorite activities are singing, dancing, reading, and cooking. I have been natural for five years and I transitioned for seven months. I did the big chop in March of 2009 and haven’t looked back! How long have you been natural? I have been natural for five … [Read more...]
Hello my natural loves! My name is Amanda, and just like many of you I am a natural hair fiend! (lol) I am 22 years old and a born and raised New Yorker! How long have you been natural? I have been natural since my senior year of high school which was 2009! It was the winter of this year that I decided I would no longer relax my hair. Prior to this, I would relax my hair about 2 times a year. As a child I had long hair however after years of relaxing and cutting, my hair got shorter and … [Read more...]
