I’m Melissa Wilmore from Lancaster, SC. A very small county in between Columbia SC and Charlotte NC.
How long have you been natural?
July 3rd of 2013 made 3 years that I have been natural!!!!
What motivated you to go natural? Were you a transitioner or a Big Chopper & why?
I love highlights, low lights or any type of color so that along with my relaxed hair became a problem. I also got in a bad habit of flat ironing my hair every week. That became stressful on my hair and it began to break off. So that started my journey. I chose to transition because I experienced a short hair cut before on my relaxed hair and I didn’t like. I just decided to let it grow and cut it gradually.
How would you describe your hair?
My hair is extremely thick. I would describe it as 3C curly coily. I have a very good curl pattern so it doesn’t take a lot of product for defining.
What do you love most about your hair?
What I love the most about my hair is the texture. I love the way my puff balls look when I go for that look.
What has been the most memorable part of your journey?
My most memorable stage about being natural was how many times I thought about getting a relaxer. Through out the first 4 to 6 months I constantly thought about that. I’m so glad I stuck through it. That first year I would say is hard then it begins to get easier as time goes.
What were some of your favorite transitioning hairstyles?
7. While transitioning I wore many rod sets, Senegalese twist and sew-ins.
What have your experiences been as a ‘natural?
My 3 years has been GREAT! I wouldn’t trade it in for a relaxer. I enjoyed sleeping in a little longer for awhile with my natural hair. As of now my makeup application replaces that. Lol
What is your hair regimen (including fav products)?
I normally try to wash my hair on Saturdays or Sundays with Jane Carter moisturizing shampoo. I normally follow up with a spray leave in conditioner by Jane Carter as well. I also use Jane Carter curl creme to do any twist outs or styles. I use Mizani Supreme oil for shine.
What are some of your favorite natural hair websites, YouTuber’s, or blogs?
I don’t really have too many favorite bloggers or You tube gurus but I do love msdanti. She has a you tube and a IG account as well. Mz_Tammy on IG has a lot of beautiful styles as well. There are a few more but those are my two favorites right now.
Anything you want the readers to know? Inspirational words?
I encourage everyone that desires to go natural to do so. It may be challenging but its worth it all. The Best Of Both Worlds.
Where can people find you for more information?
If you would like to see more natural hairstyles or have any questions about products or styles. Im can be contacted through IG @_mismela_ or FB at MelaMuaWilmore or email me at melissa_wilmore@yahoo.com
