Habits That Change And Stay The Same When Going Natural

Habits That Change And Stay The Same When Going Natural

Many people would ask, "What is the difference between relaxed and natural hair?" Others would follow up with, "What exactly do you do different now that you have natural hair?" And then the ultimate follow up question, "Do you do anything the same now that you have your natural hair as when you had your relaxed hair?" 

Sometimes when I'm put right on the spot, I don't know what to say except, "My products are different and how I care for my hair are different..." Yea -_- #staleface...this response would not register to those who are relaxed or who are even transitioning...they truly want to understand!

Product Review: OYIN Nourishing Herbal Leave-in Hair Tonic Juices and Berries

I want to do a product review for OYIN Nourishing Herbal Leave-in Hair Tonic Juices and Berries. I did not see many reviews for this product, so I thought I give my own honest opinion...

Product Name:



OYIN Nourishing Herbal Leave-in Hair Tonic Juices and Berries Product Review (Juices and Berries)*

Protective Style Series Vol 2.2 | Senegalese Twists At The Salon



Senegalese Twists At The Salon



So remember in Protective Style Series! | Vol 1.1: Prepping The Hair, I gave tips and methods to prepare your hair before getting your long-term style. Mine is going to be Senegalese twists! Now that I'm at the braiding salon* I will give you a few tips while sitting in the chair getting your hair braided and not "your neck broken with a bleeding scalp!"

Protective Style Series Vol 2.1 | Prepping The Hair For Senegalese Twists



Prepping The Hair For Long-Term Senegalese Twists

Time for my go-to fall/winter protective style: Senegalese twists! I get this style at least 2-3 times a year to 1). put my hair away, 2). reboot from doing my hair so much, and 3). get over my hump and frustrations of running out of styling options I'm WILLING to do. So I'm going to do a Protective Style to help you:

1. Prep your hair for Senegalese Twists
2. Getting your hair braided at the salon 
3. Tips to care for the long-term protective style 
4. Different styles for your protective style 
5. The journey of having the actual style 
6. Taking out the protective style 

Doing Her Hair Series! | Cornrow/Flat Braid With Weave

Cornrow/Flat Braid With Weave

Now that the cold and brisk months are here, it is definitely time to get your hair put away by: buns, two strand twists, sew-ins, or styles with extensions. It is so important to wear protective styles to tuck your hair away during the cold months because:

1). It helps to retain growth

2). It is low maintenance

3). It gives you a break from doing your own hair

So what we have here today is one of the most simplest styles to do with either your own hair or with hair extensions: Cornrows - simple, easy, and doesn't take up your day to style.

My 2nd Year NappyVersary | Caring For My Fine, Natural Hair And Retaining Length

2nd Year Naturalista Length Check

Spooo I got my natural hair flat ironed and I thought I check on that length! I am so excited to see awesome growth in the past 6 months! I mean hair grows right?

Well, of course BUT the trick is to RETAIN THE LENGTH GROWN!!

I am proud to say that the growth I have retained from May 2014 to November 2014 is... *drum roll please*

How To | Flat Iron Natural Hair Safely

How To | Flat Iron Natural Hair Safely

It's that time again!

Time to get my hair flat ironed and to see where my hair is at. I only get my hair straightened twice a year, which is absolutely great for me and my natural. I really don't like straight hair on myself, to be honest. But I thought I would change it up a bit! Sooooo, I'm very excited about this because I get to:

1. Do a different style from the curly and kinky ones I would do,
2. See where my hair is at length wise,
3. Just get it done because my own flat ironing skills suck!

That's right! I'm getting my kinks and blinks flat ironed by a professional who knows how to straighten natural hair correctly without heat damage. Heat can be damaging to your kinky and curly tresses, if you don't know what you are doing. So it's best to prepare and know how to flat iron your hair without any harm or damage to your hair. So I'll let you in on a few tips and tricks to flat iron natural hair!

Don’t Use That Gunky Brush! Tips For Cleaning Your Hair Tools

Don't Use That Gunky Brush! Tips For Cleaning Your Hair Tools

Sooooo you just gonna brush your hair with that greasy Denman? Don't you see your flexirods have curly hair stuck to it?? I know you trying to be cute...but your flat iron has sticky brown crap on the side of it!!!

Well, I'm really talking to myself, but I know I'm not the only one who uses un-clean hair tools. I'm not embarrassed (but I should be ashamed of myself smh). Sometimes I do go ahead and detangle my hair with my hairy Denman or I set my hair with clips that have product build up on them. I know DISGUSTING! But hey, I'm not here to judge...I'm here to get on your butt to clean your hair tools!!!

C'mon now! What's the point of pampering your tresses by cleaning and deep conditioning if you are just gonna use your dirty hair tools to do your hair? There's really no point at all...look at that! There is your motivation to clean your stuff.

Hair Tips | "My Hair Wont Grow!" And Other Wacky Hair Myths

"My Hair Wont Grow!" And Other Wacky Hair Myths

I'm sorry...you said what?!?!?!?!?!


I don't know what people are telling you on the streets, at the stores, and even at your jobs, but some of these hair myths are pretty funny, amusing to hear, and just plain wacky! I mean, are you really gonna tell me that my hair doesn't grow because I have black hair...check out my pictures! Bamboozle your noodle!!!

 

Old wives tales and Grandma's words are not always true...I mean, respect your elders, but don't let them determine your hair regimen, your hair growth, and the way you see and love your own hair. I'm just saying...I was really feeling this one...

 

Check out a few of these myths I just had to post...I'm mean...are you serious?!?!

Don't Be Intimidated By The Sweat! Tips To Help You Get A Good Workout

Fall is here! And what better way to continue on your healthy hair journey during the cooler seasons but to get that work out in? Now that the weather is getting cooler, the humidity and the scorching hot sun will not discourage you from exercising.

Don't Be Intimidated By The Sweat! Tips To Help You Get A Good Workout

Working out is so important for not only your body, but for your hair healthy too. Check out Don't Be Intimidated By The Sweat! Tips To Help You Get A Good Workout to learn about:

• Planning for your workout and hair schedules
• Styling options for your workout sessions
• What to do after the workout

Product Review: Camille Rose Naturals Algae Renew Deep Conditioner

I want to do a product review for Camille Rose Naturals Algae Renew Deep Conditioner. I did not see many reviews for this product, so I thought I give my own honest opinion...

Product Name:

Camille Rose Naturals Algae Renew Deep Conditioner Product Review (Algae Renew)*

Healthy Hair Ingredient | Shea Butter To Protect And Nourish Natural Hair

Shea Butter For Healthy Natural Hair

During the cold, winter months, my natural hair needs a bit more 'umph' to protect against the harsh climate I began looking up DIY Shea butter mixes to add some flare and life to my butter.

 

So I decided to make my own mixture...

Healthy Hair Ingredient | Going Green With Flaxseed Gel

Flaxseed Gel For Natural Hair

Thanks to the inspirations of Naptural 85, UrbanBushBabes, and NapturallyCurly I am making my loves: DIY products. Just like Prince Akeem from Coming To America - All I need are my juices and berries.

So what I am going to do is create "The Kitchenista Series" filled with inspirations and recipes from others who have done them before me and adjust them to make my own. The great thing about DIY for me is that natural and organic ingredients work better on my hair, which I found out a year ago. So I'm just enhancing my stash. I will also do a style with the products I have created and show a comparison style using commercial products. 

So let's get started!

So What About This Flaxseed Gel?

My Hair Diary | My Styles Are FIERCE!

My Hair Diary

Have you been keeping up with your hair diary?! I know I have!

I update every two weeks on Thursdays with the following details: styles did, products used, what worked, what sucked, and my true feelings on "everything hair."

I keep my hair diary on an app, "My Wonderful Days," in which I can add pictures, videos, and of course my writing entry. I have kept this diary since July 2011.

I will share my entry that I posted on October 30, 2014:

Natural hair declares...my styling options are FIERCE!!!

Product Review: Nubian Heritage Indian Hemp and Tamanu Grow and Strengthen Treatment Masque

I want to do a product review for Nubian Heritage Indian Hemp and Tamanu Grow and Strengthen Treatment Masque. I did not see many reviews for this product, so I thought I give my own honest opinion...

Product Name:

Nubian Heritage Indian Hemp and Tamanu Grow and Strengthen Treatment Masque Product Review (Indian Hemp)*