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i have locks...i wish more sistas would rock fro's- there so regal!- remember pam greir in foxy brown....gorgeous
Coffy 8 [INLINE]
Ashaki
Thanks Aleatha,
I am so grateful for the welcoming responses and for those of you who have visited my website. I've checked a few flicks and you sistas are beautiful. I don't have locs but I rock a big funky curly fro'. Any other fro's in the house?
ps. about the miss jessie's curly balm, I've haven't used it but I make something like it for my hair. I don't sell it but I can give you the link to the recipe I use as a base. I have remixed it with essential oils best for my hair but this is the basic recipe. It makes my hair and my daughter's hair super soft and lengthens our tight curls without the use of chemicals.
http://www.makeyourcosmetics.com/recipes/viewrec.asp?id=165&cat=hfh
Terina McKinney, President
Innerglo home spa products
http://www.innerglo.com/
Innerglo home spa products are 100% natural and hand-crafted from Mother Nature's finest essential oils, clays, herbs, and other elements of the Earth to provide the purest product and most luxurious bathing experience.
Are you talking to me about meeting? I'm in Indianapolis. lol
Stay positive,
Thierry Baptiste
Hi Petrolina--
Know what? I did see your pictures before...I remembered the "ethnic" picture of you and your family--beautiful!
In your recent pictures, your hair didn't seem unhealthy to me...I can't wait to learn about your haircare regimen.
Tobi
Petrolina Okoro <okorolina40@...
Thank you for your words too! I try to give what I receive - it really is corny but true! Got some new pictures put up.... I am working on doing protective styles to help my hair grow a bit more - my current length is the result of some stress-related breakage over the past year - new house, new job, new city (again) And finally my hair is showing some response to my program. I will be posting my haircare regimen in a few weeks once I have more documented progress.
hair it is - http://public.fotki.com/okorolina40
I love this group - I really do! Wish we could have a Naturally you party or somethin' ....
petro
Hello everyone,
My name is Katina Mackey and I am currently attending Lincoln University for a Master's in Elementary Education. I am doing some preliminary work on my Thesis, which is on the Integration of Arts Education into the Curriculum. I need your help. Please copy, paste, and fill out the questionnaire below. In order for me to use your data, please be sure to answer ALL questions. All information is kept confidential. No names or email addresses will be used as part of the research.
I need this info as soon as possible. Thank you in advance.
Love, Peace, and Nappiness
Katina M.
PS-Please feel free to email me if you have any questions.
Thank you for your words too! I try to give what I receive - it really is corny but true! Got some new pictures put up.... I am working on doing protective styles to help my hair grow a bit more - my current length is the result of some stress-related breakage over the past year - new house, new job, new city (again) And finally my hair is showing some response to my program. I will be posting my haircare regimen in a few weeks once I have more documented progress.
hair it is - http://public.fotki.com/okorolina40
I love this group - I really do! Wish we could have a Naturally you party or somethin' ....
petro
Welcome Aleatha and Terina--
I think you both will enjoy the Naturally You group website. I have gained many advice and tips.
Terina, I viewed your website and I look forward to trying your products.
Tobi
aleatha mack <aleatha_mack@...
Hi,
I am new too. My name is Aleatha, 28 yrs old and mommy to 10 yr old little man. I'm from Boston and I natural and currently wearing the nubian locs and I love them. Love your website and see somethings of interest. See you on the boards.
Aleatha
Peace and blessings~
My name is Terina McKinney and I am a new member to your group. Just would like to say 'peace' and I hope to get to know you all soon. I am from NJ, 28 yrs old, a new mother to my 9 month old baby girl, a wife of 2.5 yrs and the owner of a natural bath and body spa treatments company. And yes, my hair is NATURALLY YOURS!
Take care and be well!
Terina McKinney, President
Innerglo home spa products
http://www.innerglo.com/
Innerglo home spa products are 100% natural and hand-crafted from Mother Nature's finest essential oils, clays, herbs, and other elements of the Earth to provide the purest product and most luxurious bathing experience.
Sales, every where .... ohhh I turn my head left and I turn my head right - And THERE'S ANOTHER 1!!!!!!!!!!! Just wanted to send this out to you all because you may be abled to find silk scarves, oils, jewlry - or what ever you wear in your hair during warm months AVAILABLE to you NOW! - And for a great price! SO, Good Luck Bargain Hunting everybody ...because I can't wait to see pictures and hear of new innovative ideas from the "GET FRESH CREW" [INLINE] -Besides, I just wanted to make sure that our work-a-holics don't let this time pass them *smoochie!!!!
Naturally Beautiful,
EJ
Aight, I am just gonna jump out here now that I am back in town! I found this really entertaining way we could come together.... We could meet at the Carribean Flava Resteraunt on 46th st. for lunch or dinner.....what do you think about that?
Petrolina--
You are a beautiful person! The messages you post are both inspiring and encouraging.
I don't think I got to see your pictures...Please send me a link. Thanks again for your advice and kindness to us all.
Tobi
Petrolina Okoro <okorolina40@...
Ladies and Gents:
This is a new year, a new season; new moments, milestones, and life-changing events are approaching. Take heed of the opportunities that are presenting themselves. Although they might be scary, remember you are not alone, and somebody else may be waiting for you to do it first. We are influenced my each other's actions, whether good of bad. Sometimes you have to jump before you allow your mind to rethink things. I used to be the queen of second thoughts. I relinquished my crown to pursue things I've always wanted to do, before I get older and busier and forget to do them. Money can be a issue in many of those life -long dreams, but do what you can right now. And be at peace with the effort you took to make your life ( and someone else's) better each day.
I dont mean to get so deep, but it was just on my heart to encourage those who are hesitant or in a questioning mindset. Take the steps necessary and follow it through. Voice your fear, doubt, whatever..... its natural to have them. Then, take a big gulp and GO PUT THEM PICTURES OUT DERE!!! I was the same way and I just started posting pictures like, 3 weeks ago - now I'm addicted. My twin sister emailed me and told me how my picture made her feel closer to me (snifff, sniff) since I'm in Wisconsin and she's in DC. I have a little family e-newsletter now because of it. Its so cool how bonds form with pictures. And my self-confidence has soared. Ok I do screen my pictures through before downloading, but still your natural self is out there.
The camera has somehow captured and recorded your essence in a still frame. Don't be afraid to let someone else see that - like I said emails ago - you never know who's looking at you and your path to freedom. My next big gulp; learning how to swim. What's your next big gulp? Take a deep breath, swallow, and outline the steps.
And then,,,, AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWW
BREAK OUT!! ( I think that's Rick James RIP ??)
love and happiness ya'll
Petrolina
Hi Tanya--
Thank you so much for your compliment. Two years ago, I had long, relaxed hair. I went to my stylist (who had done braids for me a few times) and had him put my relaxed hair into Senegalese twists. Then, as my natural hair grew out, he would twist the root and tie with string, about once a month. (Unfortunately, I was too "chicken" to cut my hair and start from scratch!)
For the most part, the string will eventually fall out, but there is a little string embedded in my hair. A lot of people don't like this technique, and I do realize that hair can be locked without string. What I like about using the string is that there is no product used to twist my locs. Every two weeks, I get it washed, and conditioned, then twisted, and tied. (Every other visit I get my roots touched up with color).
Anyway, as my natural hair continued to grow out and was tied, I would cut some of the relaxed twists at the bottom. And yes, my hair did look kind of "weird" for a while. Last June of 2004, I finally cut the rest of the relaxed twists off, because the difference between my newly locked hair and the relaxed twists was becoming very noticable.
Once I cut off the relaxed hair, I "styled" my locs into a bob. That's when I really wished I had been brave enough to cut off all the relaxed hair before I began my journey of locking.
About your question concerning my hair texture: I think my hair is of 'medium' texture. It's very wavy, definately not fine-textured at all, but it's not coarse either. In it's unlocked state, it's quite soft, especially when freshly washed. However, at the crown, it's quite a bit coarse. In fact, I used to have growth problems with that section of hair, but since it's no longer damaged from relaxing, it's growing now.
Tobi
Tanya <artisticme2001@...
Wow! Your locs look great! How did you start them, and how would you describe your hair texture?
Thanks,
Tanya
Tobi-Velicia Johnson <tvelicia@...
Hi Ladies--
I'm very camera shy, but I finally posted a couple pictures of my hair. Feel free to tell me what you think:
http://public.fotki.com/tvelicia/locs
Tobi
Ladies and Gents:
This is a new year, a new season; new moments, milestones, and life-changing events are approaching. Take heed of the opportunities that are presenting themselves. Although they might be scary, remember you are not alone, and somebody else may be waiting for you to do it first. We are influenced my each other's actions, whether good of bad. Sometimes you have to jump before you allow your mind to rethink things. I used to be the queen of second thoughts. I relinquished my crown to pursue things I've always wanted to do, before I get older and busier and forget to do them. Money can be a issue in many of those life -long dreams, but do what you can right now. And be at peace with the effort you took to make your life ( and someone else's) better each day.
I dont mean to get so deep, but it was just on my heart to encourage those who are hesitant or in a questioning mindset. Take the steps necessary and follow it through. Voice your fear, doubt, whatever..... its natural to have them. Then, take a big gulp and GO PUT THEM PICTURES OUT DERE!!! I was the same way and I just started posting pictures like, 3 weeks ago - now I'm addicted. My twin sister emailed me and told me how my picture made her feel closer to me (snifff, sniff) since I'm in Wisconsin and she's in DC. I have a little family e-newsletter now because of it. Its so cool how bonds form with pictures. And my self-confidence has soared. Ok I do screen my pictures through before downloading, but still your natural self is out there.
The camera has somehow captured and recorded your essence in a still frame. Don't be afraid to let someone else see that - like I said emails ago - you never know who's looking at you and your path to freedom. My next big gulp; learning how to swim. What's your next big gulp? Take a deep breath, swallow, and outline the steps.
And then,,,, AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWW
BREAK OUT!! ( I think that's Rick James RIP ??)
love and happiness ya'll
Petrolina
I think she should sue the store that sold it to her as well. The
Optimum that does not come in a home relaxer kit is supposed to only
be sold to licensed professionals. It does not come with neutralizer
and that is one reason it is not supposed to be slod to the general
public and it is a lye perm. Some one should have suggested that she
purchase a neutralizer shampoo since thay did sell her the relaxer.
But the store is at fault as well for selling the product to a non-
licensed person.
I know right! I guess as part of the nature of human beings, we're never satisfied. I am satisfied however, with the whole natural process and having healthy hair, no matter what the texture is!!
Tanya
ny_magazine <Kaya@...
must be nice to have no shrinkage huh? but some of the other ladies
are saying they wish they had more coil right? i guess the grass is
always greener. that fro IS bangin'!
KC
Very pretty Tobi! I really like the your color scheme. How long have you had Locs?
Tobi-Velicia Johnson <tvelicia@...
Hi Ladies--
I'm very camera shy, but I finally posted a couple pictures of my hair. Feel free to tell me what you think:
http://public.fotki.com/tvelicia/locs
Tobi
Man, Nia!! A sister is seriously contemplating locs after seeing that classy side profile - Your son is so adorable.
Is that your natural hair color or are you using a permanent? Anxious to see more!
Lina
Hi Ladies--
I'm very camera shy, but I finally posted a couple pictures of my hair. Feel free to tell me what you think:
http://public.fotki.com/tvelicia/locs
Tobi
Nia--
I loved your hair! I have a couple pictures of my hair as well--I've been too shy to post them though.
I can't wait to see more of your pictures.
Tobi
Nia Morson <niamorson@...
Hello Everyone!
I was finally able to get just a few pictures together to share with my fello Natural Partners. I hope you enjoy and like what you see. Hit me back and let me know what your thoughts. Peace.
Nia [INLINE]
http://public.fotki.com/NewBirth/
must be nice to have no shrinkage huh? but some of the other ladies
are saying they wish they had more coil right? i guess the grass is
always greener. that fro IS bangin'!
KC
Hello Everyone!
I was finally able to get just a few pictures together to share with my fello Natural Partners. I hope you enjoy and like what you see. Hit me back and let me know what your thoughts. Peace.
Nia [INLINE]
http://public.fotki.com/NewBirth/
Hi! What hair texture/type would you say yours is? Is it like a 3a-3c or something like that? I'm asking because when I want a big fro, I could let it air dry, but I have to either braid/twist it and then pick it out. If I just let it air dry alone, then "shrinkage city"! and it would probably be a tangled mess too!
Tanya
Sabrina Revelle <bigbrina1@...
Nothing special, I wash my hair with different products almost everytime, a lot of time I'll use cream of nature. After I let it air dry I use Olive Oil dressing by Oraganic Root Stimulator.
Hi Sharon - First things first - How's your exercise/fast going?????????? UPdates, updates,,,,
ok
You can start fotki with a free account or a premium account. I have a free account. I basically register my name and some other basic info ( I try to keep it sparse, to avoid ID theft) and then it will let you know how you can download photos thru your computer. I have Windows XP, so there is a Pictures folder that I store my downloaded pictures. I pick the ones I want to put on fotki and then it zooms them there. Its pretty straightforward.
talk to ya soon.
lina
Thank you for those words Petrolina. We all need to know that.
Ameenah Saleem
plain olive oil is great. shea butter is also good, but i'm not 100%
sure if that qualifies as a "nut butter" where allergies are
concerned.
KC
Petrolina,
How do you start fotki? Is there a charge to have your photos/webpage?
Sharon
Hi All!
I too haven't posted in a while. However, this story was so appauling that I am forced to write. I think that this is crazy!! As far as I'm concerned, there should be a warning on all products that are hazardous just like there are on cigarettes (as mentioned in the article), household products (which tell you that if it is swallowed and/or inhaled it can be harmful). There are even warnings on records (explicit lyrics) sorry to get off the subject but we need to look into this. I think that some people might say oh, I'm natural or don't use those products so it doesn't effect me but this is so untrue. We mustn't wait until this happens to a family or friend to speak out. We need to inform our family and friends of the implications of perms/relaxers and show them the article. K Li, thanks so much for sharing this informative article.
BTW, Lina, I haven't forgotten you. Will email you soon!! =)
DaVetta
Nia Morson <niamorson@...
I know this is off the subject, but if possible click on the link below. She now wants to go "natural". I would have hated to go through this awful experience to now want to become natural. So Sad.
http://www.going-natural.com/news.php
K Li <kelight2002@...
Hello all,
I haven't posted in awhile. I just wanted to state, that I think it's important to a combination of both, as Petrolina stated. On "motowngirl" website it talked about vitamins and the importance of taking supplements. I don't quite believe in quick fixes, but steer more towards becoming a healthier person as a whole. We can slather on products to make our hair appear healthy, and/or make what we have as healthy as it can be, but it is important to take care of our bodies, internally and externally. I think the best way to have good hair growth, with healthy hair, is to take care of our bodies and ourselves as a whole. You can have a head full of healthy long hair and it will start to fall out due to stress. So we should exercise, take multivitamins, create better eating habits, and eat healthier, drink plenty of water, and take care of our hair, skin, nails, ourselves, reduce our stress, and live happy lives. There. hahaha
I know it's easier said than done. But we can all atain it.
Petrolina Okoro <okorolina40@...
well i guess i am very dramatic because i had the yarn put in and now i have nubian locs which they can transform into dreads. i am ready but i can't take that stage. truthfully it comes with being teased as a child but it was never anything wrong with being dark and beautiful and i realize that now. i was told 2 months is all i need or i can keep in until the roots grow to the length i want them. my hair isn't short but shoulder length naturally the dreads made me feel near bare up top of my head but i now understand that patience is the key during this transformation. my nubian locs are chin length and i love updo's quite often. everyone that seen my hair prior to the nubian locs loved it, but it was me who needed to feel comfortable. i thank you for your photos and you kind words and i am going to make it through this because i love the naturalness that our african americans display so again thank you and i will be on the site getting more helpful tips on how to deal
with the transformation
Aleatha
ny_magazine <Kaya@...
aleatha...
this is that wonderful time, when you exhale, meditate, and learn to
accept your hair even when you feel like it's lookin' crazy.
more frequent visits to the loctician can help, as well as some
extra TLC right where you are. look through the archives, a few of
the other sisters here have been going through this as well.
look for the next issue of Naturally You!, which will feature an
article, "the care & feeding of baby locs".
most of all, take this time to focus on you, on the inside. the locs
will be lovelier than you imagined before you know it.
good luck,
KC
I know this is off the subject, but if possible click on the link below. She now wants to go "natural". I would have hated to go through this awful experience to now want to become natural. So Sad.
http://www.going-natural.com/news.php
K Li <kelight2002@...
Hello all,
I haven't posted in awhile. I just wanted to state, that I think it's important to a combination of both, as Petrolina stated. On "motowngirl" website it talked about vitamins and the importance of taking supplements. I don't quite believe in quick fixes, but steer more towards becoming a healthier person as a whole. We can slather on products to make our hair appear healthy, and/or make what we have as healthy as it can be, but it is important to take care of our bodies, internally and externally. I think the best way to have good hair growth, with healthy hair, is to take care of our bodies and ourselves as a whole. You can have a head full of healthy long hair and it will start to fall out due to stress. So we should exercise, take multivitamins, create better eating habits, and eat healthier, drink plenty of water, and take care of our hair, skin, nails, ourselves, reduce our stress, and live happy lives. There. hahaha
I know it's easier said than done. But we can all atain it.
Petrolina Okoro <okorolina40@...
Nothing special, I wash my hair with different products almost everytime, a lot of time I'll use cream of nature. After I let it air dry I use Olive Oil dressing by Oraganic Root Stimulator.
Two of my children have allergies to any type of nuts. What type of
natural products can I use on their hair that does not contain
coconut oil?
Hello all,
I haven't posted in awhile. I just wanted to state, that I think it's important to a combination of both, as Petrolina stated. On "motowngirl" website it talked about vitamins and the importance of taking supplements. I don't quite believe in quick fixes, but steer more towards becoming a healthier person as a whole. We can slather on products to make our hair appear healthy, and/or make what we have as healthy as it can be, but it is important to take care of our bodies, internally and externally. I think the best way to have good hair growth, with healthy hair, is to take care of our bodies and ourselves as a whole. You can have a head full of healthy long hair and it will start to fall out due to stress. So we should exercise, take multivitamins, create better eating habits, and eat healthier, drink plenty of water, and take care of our hair, skin, nails, ourselves, reduce our stress, and live happy lives. There. hahaha
I know it's easier said than done. But we can all atain it.
Petrolina Okoro <okorolina40@...
The greatest use of life is to spend it for something that will outlast it.
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Can work full time outside or inside her home while trying to continue her
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PTA, be the pastor's secretary, the choir
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and needles just by walking into the room.
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didn't get a darn thing.
ONLY A BLACK WOMAN
Can be admired and fantasized about by men of other
races and know that when she does cross over it's
done out of sincerity, not a political move.
ONLY A BLACK WOMAN
Can be 75 years old and look 45!
ONLY A BLACK WOMAN
Can make other women want to pay plastic surgeons
top $$$ for physical features she was already born
with.
ONLY A BLACK WOMAN
Can be the mother of civilization.
Did Ya Hear me?
If you are BLACK in origin, please don't delete.
If we can forward "Ghetto" and other degrading e-mail, we can
do the same here...
Pass this on to friends. Black Women, honor one another!
Let someone know they're admired and beautiful today -
You're Beautiful!
oops! - my blurb on cathy howse was a little incorrect. there is no nettle or horsetail in the conditioner
(too bad!) but the silica is a primary component of the horsetail herbal tea ( or supplement). Coconut oil, olive oil, jojoba oil, wheat germ oil are all great for the hair as well. Wheat germ is very high in vitamin E and is a natural antioxidant ( for you swimmers out there) Stearic acid is a vegetable based (hopefully) thickening agent. I am not a fan of the preservatives, though ( Urea and the parabens - carcinogenic and allergenic) and fragrance means..... another chemical, maybe?
The Dew and Lotion Crème are not as natural as I would like. You can mimic Dew with a basic aloe vera juice and olive oil combo or olive oil and water combo (try rosewater or other floral waters). The lotion crème has a number of silicone derivatives for shine, which you can substitute with your favorite oil ( or nature's blessing for those who have it).
glad she is finally giving up the perm -you never know who's watching - even a "hair expert" like Ms. Howse has found the natural way.
Its actually decently priced, but I think one can still find preservative-free herbal products cheaper and locally - but I may support my sister in the future. ...
petrolina
Where's the web link?
I just wash & condition it and let it hair dry, nothing else.
Ashaki <ashaki_maat@...
WHOA sis that afro is off the hook..how did u get it to be so large?
Sabrina Revelle <bigbrina1@...
Here are two pixs of me it's not the cover though, you can go to the website www.naturallyyoumagazine.com.
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Goals and Accomplishments on weight loss and becoming a healthy
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Want to make being healthy a way of life.
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WHOA sis that afro is off the hook..how did u get it to be so large?
Sabrina Revelle <bigbrina1@...
Here are two pixs of me it's not the cover though, you can go to the website www.naturallyyoumagazine.com.
I pressed my hair for a recent 3 week holiday touring the US. It seemed the best option as it included camped and being on the road. As for braids I've vowed never to do them again as I feel they dry out the hair beyond repair. In fact as some of my hair had remained straight from the pressing, I may not press my hair again either.
Pam
What I have experienced is when I dry my hair with a dryer my hair loses it natural coil pattern. Also when I press it it loses it also. The best thing to do is to stop the abuse ASAP! Ask your stylist to air dry your hair and if she is hesitant about it choose another stylist. I know it is hard to find the one true stylist but the pattern your stylist is taking will permanently alter your hair structure. I have soft curly hair similar to Sabrina's and the fro is massive as well but I have straight textured hair at the top and the sides from where I have blown my hair dry. I hope this helps and I wish you lots of luv and luck on your natural hair journey!
Peace,
Kristi
Hey Sabrina:
Your pix are PHLY!! I remember, before I locked, I wore my hair in a
large FRO and loved it.
This is the reason I love Naturally You Magazine. I remember seeing
you and GhettoSongBird at the photo shoot.
Recently, I had a few Naturally You's and many folks commented on
your cover (boy, that's sister's FABULOUS)!! In fact, they asked me
to introduce you to them. I told them no way :)
Although we didn't meet formally, I was in that issue and I'm in the
new issue.
The calendar's came out nice too, didn't they?
Peace
Stacey
nice pics, sabrina...
I don't know if you got my last email, but what do you do when you vacation...the last time I went away I got cornrows but after the water go to them my natural hair began to curl away from the braid...a mess...
what do you do or what do think should be done to afros on vacation? LOL!!
I could leave it as is but I didn't want to worry about it for the week...
if anyone else has ideas...please share
I try to eat healthy
Here are two pixs of me it's not the cover though, you can go to the website www.naturallyyoumagazine.com.
The Curly pudding would make my curls more defined. If I dried my
hair I would pull on a section of hair as it dried, this would
stretch the curls out. As the jar says to use generously, if I did
that then it would leave a white residue or would flake
Thanks for the article. I got am email similar to this some years
ago, and I felt it was too overwhelming to do anything about it at
the time. Now after going natural, change seems plausible.
I went by a local natural foods store a couple of weeks ago, and I
thought that some of the products were a little pricey. I went ahead
and bought a couple of oils for my hair, and I am pleased with it,
although my niece and nephew think that the tea tree oil smells like
feet (smile)! Don't worry - they like the rosewood oil.
Anyway, even if I have to make one change at a time, I want to live a
healthier life.
I have been adapting (or trying to adapt) my eating habits to work
better for my body chemistry. I do a combination of food combining
and trying to cut sugar and stick to complex carbs. I also often eat
organic and all natural foods. I often "backslide", partially
because the only thing close by is a bodega, and they only have good
old fashioned candy bars - no organic sesame seed and rice syrup
bars. I also end up eating late at night because of my schedule, but
anyway...
I have noticed many naturals trying to eat healthier, some becoming
vegetarian, some remaining carnivorous but eating only organic, some
eating only lean meats, some just chicken and fish, some veggies and
fish, some vegan, some cutting out junk food. I'm curious - what
kind of eater are you? Come to the website to answer the poll.
http://www.florapathics.com/index.asp?PageAction=Custom&ID=6
Margie Williams
301-613-7080 (c)
"Falling in love is only possible if U do not know much about each other. The faults will become apparent later but only after the love is strong enough to hold U together".
Hi Petrolina--
You are so right about foods and chemicals affecting the skin and scalp. I had a sandwich the other day which was flavored with a strong mustard. The mustard was so strong, I felt like my sinuses cleared, and this will sound ridiculous, but my scalp even tingled. I couldn't even finish my lunch, and I remember thinking, "Could a food (or condiment) really cause these effects?"
I have also heard about the gray-green residue from relaxers and chemicals. I'm sure that's one of the reasons why pregnant women are advised not to relax, perm, or color their hair.
I meant to write to tell you that I enjoy your advice and suggestions.
Tobi
Petrolina Okoro <okorolina40@...
here's some compelling information to maintain natural hair with natural hair products. If you can't pronounce the words, or don't have a clue what the ingredient does to the hair, you should probably not use it. There are some cosmetic ingredient dictionaries that tell you what to avoid. You can go to amazon.com, overstock.com and purchase them- otherwise research some of those ingredients on the label and surf the internet. I found a cosmetic dictionary for cheap at my local half-price books store and I was like %$#@! that's why my hair was still breaking off. If you are natural, no need to keep using products for relaxed (chemically-treated!) hair. If you are still relaxed, make an informed decision and switch now.
There is another article I read that said the autopsies of black women in the south showed a gray-green residue on the tops of their brains - from lifetime relaxer use (and who knows what else - some hair styling products on the shelves today still have tar, carboxylic acid, sodium hydroxide (lye) and all kinds of mess in it!)
if you put it on your skin, it's IN YOUR BLOOD AND TISSUES.
Try this: Rub a small cut garlic clove on your foot or ankle. In a half hour or so you will smell it on your breath. You get a similar result when you drink peppermint tea - you probably feel it permeate every cell it reaches - very refreshing, right? Some people can smell the fast food they ate nights before in their sweat. It comes through your pores. Remember your skin is an ORGAN. There's liver failure, kidney failure, heart failure. Is your skin failing?
Some questions to leave you with...
1) What foods are you feeding your body? That's what's feeding your hair, skin and nails.
2) What foods are you feeding your hair and skin? They are still entering your body from your pores and follicles. It does not just sit there. It is being absorbed to some extent (maybe not to the naked eye).
3) Each thought you have sends chemical messages to the brain and in turn to the body. What'cha thinking about? Are those thoughts good for you?
4) Dont let your fears or your doubts keep you from trying something new. Give it time to work and be faithful. Your body (cells) needs at least 40 days to show you some results. That goes for exercise, bad habits, good habits, skincare.....you name it. Dont overwhelm yourself, either. There can be a detox reaction too when you start to clean your temple. It's like cleaning a really dirty room. You pick up a lot of dirt thru vacuuming/sweeping, but some of it gets stirred up into the air and creates dust. When you vacuum again, you pick up more dirt and less dust is present.
5) Are you really being the best "Natural You" possible? There is always room for improvement. Nobody's arrived.
Thanks for reading. Pass this to others - natural or relaxed. Help them learn more about themselves. Be your sistah's (brotha's) keeper.
Petrolina
Hello Everyone...
I have been reading the various mailings regarding alcohol free products and conditioners.
Please take a look at the following URL.
I have NOT tried these products, but plan to order this week. I will keep you posted on the results.
God bless,
Margie
Margie Williams
301-613-7080 (c)
"Falling in love is only possible if U do not know much about each other. The faults will become apparent later but only after the love is strong enough to hold U together".
Hey Lina,
I have read the article on the gray-green layer of scalp before. Ironically, I was mentioning this to someone else the other day, and they wanted me to email them the info, and I couldn't remember what site it was on. Do you still have this info.? If so, how can I access it?
Thanks,
Tanya
Petrolina Okoro <okorolina40@...
here's some compelling information to maintain natural hair with natural hair products. If you can't pronounce the words, or don't have a clue what the ingredient does to the hair, you should probably not use it. There are some cosmetic ingredient dictionaries that tell you what to avoid. You can go to amazon.com, overstock.com and purchase them- otherwise research some of those ingredients on the label and surf the internet. I found a cosmetic dictionary for cheap at my local half-price books store and I was like %$#@! that's why my hair was still breaking off. If you are natural, no need to keep using products for relaxed (chemically-treated!) hair. If you are still relaxed, make an informed decision and switch now.
There is another article I read that said the autopsies of black women in the south showed a gray-green residue on the tops of their brains - from lifetime relaxer use (and who knows what else - some hair styling products on the shelves today still have tar, carboxylic acid, sodium hydroxide (lye) and all kinds of mess in it!)
if you put it on your skin, it's IN YOUR BLOOD AND TISSUES.
Try this: Rub a small cut garlic clove on your foot or ankle. In a half hour or so you will smell it on your breath. You get a similar result when you drink peppermint tea - you probably feel it permeate every cell it reaches - very refreshing, right? Some people can smell the fast food they ate nights before in their sweat. It comes through your pores. Remember your skin is an ORGAN. There's liver failure, kidney failure, heart failure. Is your skin failing?
Some questions to leave you with...
1) What foods are you feeding your body? That's what's feeding your hair, skin and nails.
2) What foods are you feeding your hair and skin? They are still entering your body from your pores and follicles. It does not just sit there. It is being absorbed to some extent (maybe not to the naked eye).
3) Each thought you have sends chemical messages to the brain and in turn to the body. What'cha thinking about? Are those thoughts good for you?
4) Dont let your fears or your doubts keep you from trying something new. Give it time to work and be faithful. Your body (cells) needs at least 40 days to show you some results. That goes for exercise, bad habits, good habits, skincare.....you name it. Dont overwhelm yourself, either. There can be a detox reaction too when you start to clean your temple. It's like cleaning a really dirty room. You pick up a lot of dirt thru vacuuming/sweeping, but some of it gets stirred up into the air and creates dust. When you vacuum again, you pick up more dirt and less dust is present.
5) Are you really being the best "Natural You" possible? There is always room for improvement. Nobody's arrived.
Thanks for reading. Pass this to others - natural or relaxed. Help them learn more about themselves. Be your sistah's (brotha's) keeper.
Petrolina
here's some compelling information to maintain natural hair with natural hair products. If you can't pronounce the words, or don't have a clue what the ingredient does to the hair, you should probably not use it. There are some cosmetic ingredient dictionaries that tell you what to avoid. You can go to amazon.com, overstock.com and purchase them- otherwise research some of those ingredients on the label and surf the internet. I found a cosmetic dictionary for cheap at my local half-price books store and I was like %$#@! that's why my hair was still breaking off. If you are natural, no need to keep using products for relaxed (chemically-treated!) hair. If you are still relaxed, make an informed decision and switch now.
There is another article I read that said the autopsies of black women in the south showed a gray-green residue on the tops of their brains - from lifetime relaxer use (and who knows what else - some hair styling products on the shelves today still have tar, carboxylic acid, sodium hydroxide (lye) and all kinds of mess in it!)
if you put it on your skin, it's IN YOUR BLOOD AND TISSUES.
Try this: Rub a small cut garlic clove on your foot or ankle. In a half hour or so you will smell it on your breath. You get a similar result when you drink peppermint tea - you probably feel it permeate every cell it reaches - very refreshing, right? Some people can smell the fast food they ate nights before in their sweat. It comes through your pores. Remember your skin is an ORGAN. There's liver failure, kidney failure, heart failure. Is your skin failing?
Some questions to leave you with...
1) What foods are you feeding your body? That's what's feeding your hair, skin and nails.
2) What foods are you feeding your hair and skin? They are still entering your body from your pores and follicles. It does not just sit there. It is being absorbed to some extent (maybe not to the naked eye).
3) Each thought you have sends chemical messages to the brain and in turn to the body. What'cha thinking about? Are those thoughts good for you?
4) Dont let your fears or your doubts keep you from trying something new. Give it time to work and be faithful. Your body (cells) needs at least 40 days to show you some results. That goes for exercise, bad habits, good habits, skincare.....you name it. Dont overwhelm yourself, either. There can be a detox reaction too when you start to clean your temple. It's like cleaning a really dirty room. You pick up a lot of dirt thru vacuuming/sweeping, but some of it gets stirred up into the air and creates dust. When you vacuum again, you pick up more dirt and less dust is present.
5) Are you really being the best "Natural You" possible? There is always room for improvement. Nobody's arrived.
Thanks for reading. Pass this to others - natural or relaxed. Help them learn more about themselves. Be your sistah's (brotha's) keeper.
Petrolina
Hey Lina!
Thanks for all of your suggestions! I like the one about using the rollers on the two-strand twists--I haven't tried that before! I have done lots of twist-outs and braid-outs though, and I must say that I do really like them!
The cornrow and weaved style lasted about 3 weeks. I absolutely love to wet my hair, either by shampooing, or just wetting with water, so I probably wouldn't let it go longer than that, plus the frizz factor.
Oh, yes! In my last post, I posted about ORS creamy olive oil. I've tried multiple products from that line and they all seem to be pretty good to me too!
Thanks again,
Tanya
Petrolina Okoro <okorolina40@...
Hey Tanya -
Your fros and puffs are really cute! I like the cornrows with the curly weave in the back. How long did that style last? I just posted a few new pics of my venture out into the afro world - its not as high maintenance as I thought - if you take of your ends. I'm probably sounding like a broken record right about now, but I've been using Org. root stim for a few years and consistent for one year, and it really is working for me and my motherland naps. And Nature's gate- well, I just can't say enough bout it! You have to try it for yourself. Smiley emoticon
a twistout/braidout would be really cute on you and can give you more fullness. I'm not all that fond of comb coils, because my hair is thick and a lot longer than the standard length for doing those. You can also do the two-strand, using smaller twists on air-dried hair. Then put ends on small rollers to achieve the fullness you want - and hide some the partings. if you twist while wet, it takes a few more days for the hair to "fill out".
Looking forward to seeing more hairstyles (and albums) from other natural sistahs in the group.
love and happiness ( in the words of AL Green)
Lina
Hey Tanya -
Your fros and puffs are really cute! I like the cornrows with the curly weave in the back. How long did that style last? I just posted a few new pics of my venture out into the afro world - its not as high maintenance as I thought - if you take of your ends. I'm probably sounding like a broken record right about now, but I've been using Org. root stim for a few years and consistent for one year, and it really is working for me and my motherland naps. And Nature's gate- well, I just can't say enough bout it! You have to try it for yourself. Smiley emoticon
a twistout/braidout would be really cute on you and can give you more fullness. I'm not all that fond of comb coils, because my hair is thick and a lot longer than the standard length for doing those. You can also do the two-strand, using smaller twists on air-dried hair. Then put ends on small rollers to achieve the fullness you want - and hide some the partings. if you twist while wet, it takes a few more days for the hair to "fill out".
Looking forward to seeing more hairstyles (and albums) from other natural sistahs in the group.
love and happiness ( in the words of AL Green)
Lina
aleatha...
this is that wonderful time, when you exhale, meditate, and learn to
accept your hair even when you feel like it's lookin' crazy.
more frequent visits to the loctician can help, as well as some
extra TLC right where you are. look through the archives, a few of
the other sisters here have been going through this as well.
look for the next issue of Naturally You!, which will feature an
article, "the care & feeding of baby locs".
most of all, take this time to focus on you, on the inside. the locs
will be lovelier than you imagined before you know it.
good luck,
KC
Hello Tanya,
This is my first year natural and since my big chop. I too use alot of suave and
v05 products. But I am noticing that because its longer that its not taking to
my hair as much. I am hearing alot about the organic root stim produts. I will
go product shopping. I am going to check out the nature's gate stuff too.
Thanks!
Sharon
Let it air dry, My name is Sabrina Revelle, I was on one of the covers of Naturally You with my afro and it is a huge afro, If you saw me today you wouldn't believe it, my hair is straight as straight can be. So I wear my hair very different ways all you have to do is wash condition then let it air dry, it should start to swell and curl up, do not blow dry it at all not even without the comb, it will limit the time it has to curl and tighten up. After it drys then you can moisturize it with whatever dressing you use. Hope this works for you.
Faith Folayan <tosin_folayan@...
Just to let you all know- I went to the salon. I decided not get a barber to cut it. The Lady who did (thank God) did a really good job - the only problem was she use heat - hair dryer and that heat straighten my hair. So I have been braiding my hair (cornrow-french braids -to others) but I still cant get that nappiness that I crave never really could do an afro: thought by cutin' it I could - I believe my hair is naturally wavy-straight! So I will continue to wash my hair and braid it - any suggestions to keepin' it "nappy" instead of wavy.
Faith Folayan
"Gods word never changes, instead it changes things."
Peace Love Live Life
SR
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Just to let you all know- I went to the salon. I decided not get a barber to cut it. The Lady who did (thank God) did a really good job - the only problem was she use heat - hair dryer and that heat straighten my hair. So I have been braiding my hair (cornrow-french braids -to others) but I still cant get that nappiness that I crave never really could do an afro: thought by cutin' it I could - I believe my hair is naturally wavy-straight! So I will continue to wash my hair and braid it - any suggestions to keepin' it "nappy" instead of wavy.
Faith Folayan
"Gods word never changes, instead it changes things."
I enjoyed those photos. I like the versatility of your hair. How
long did it take to get your hair to grow that long?
I'm a fan of the comb coils myself. I wear them now and I love them
because they really show the length of my hair. My hair doesn't
break off much any more, and they're super easy to take care of.
you can by it from Whole Foods Market or your local health food store. also www.supplementwarehouse has the cheapest prices I've seen online. You can get essential oils there too. I also noticed my local grocery store beginning to carry more natural products, too. Look to local sources first if you can.
petrolina
kink back up. But thank God for water. When I washed it it curled right back up.
She used a ceramic flat iron and it came out like I got a touch up. I'm not sure
if I will do that too often, maybe once or twice a year. I don't miss all that
heat to my head.
Sharon
Rana,
Does Miss Jessie's products actually do anything for your hair? It sure didn't
for mine!
Diane
There is to be no crown without first a cross**Lk9:23
-- "Rana H. Gallahar" <rananicole@...
I was wanting to know has anyone tried any of Miss Jessie's hair
products? I want feedback. I currently use the Curly Pudding and the
Curly Buttercream.
Hi, I was wondering how she pressed it since you were
able to go back to your fro/puff. Apparently, she
didn't apply too much heat. Did she use a ceramic
flat iron?
Andrea
A natural food store should have it such as Vitamin Shoppe or GNC. If you shop
online, you could put in "Nature's Gate" as a keyword and see what pops up. I
think drugstore.com might sell it as well. Let me know if you still can't find
it. I'll be happy to help.
I was wanting to know has anyone tried any of Miss Jessie's hair
products? I want feedback. I currently use the Curly Pudding and the
Curly Buttercream.
I had gotten a press and to make it look like a style she trimmed it. When I
washed it out and went back to my fro/puff, it looked even better than before!!
Sharon (wilson5191)
Hi Tanya--
I loved the pictures. What did you use to make your hair look so shiny and soft?
Tobi
artisticme2001 <artisticme2001@...
Hello! For anyone who would like to see my hair/progress and/or give
any feedback, you're welcomed to do so! Click on,
http://public.fotki.com/artisticme/ and the password is natural. I
would love to hear comments, tips, suggestions, etc.
Thanks!
Tanya
What do I need to know about appliances?
Blow dryers and curling irons can be our best friends
and our worst enemies. They are both.
With the need to always look our best, we can't live without
them. if you are a regular user of blow dryers and/or
curling irons, you can rest assured that your hair is
breaking more than necessary. These appliances can make
the already low moisture levels of curly hair even worse.
When used together they are definitely not our fiends. But
with proper use, we can limit the damage they do and still
realize the benefits they bring to appearance.
For a lot of sisters, heated appliances are used on a daily
basis. In addition, when we are attempting to get a longer style,
we tend to use more hair sprays to hold them in place. The
combination of daily use of heated appliances and hair spray is
deadly to the hair.
Of all of the things we do to our hair on a daily basis this is
the most responsible for damage to the cortex. It disturbs
the moisture balance of our hair and can deteriorate it so
much that the hair strands can no longer collect or hold moisture.
They also cause swelling of the outer layer of the hair shaft.
This is caused by evaporating the moisture that is already in
it and causing the hair to swell. When the hair contracts it
leaves cracks in the cuticle. You have probably noticed the
same effect with a hot dog. Well, that's your hair, too.
Whatever the short-term benefits, in the long term the
results are "not pretty".
If the appliance is really hot, it can actually make the
moisture boil which causes the natural curl pattern. This
weakens the coils in the hair. Unfortunately after all
of this heat and damage, our hair usually goes back to
its original form, but a lot weaker and a lot more
likely to break.
And what do we do? We do it all over again the next day.
Hello! For anyone who would like to see my hair/progress and/or give
any feedback, you're welcomed to do so! Click on,
http://public.fotki.com/artisticme/ and the password is natural. I
would love to hear comments, tips, suggestions, etc.
Thanks!
Tanya
Hotep Myriam!
Thanks for suggesting the article by Del La Torre. The article is enlightening, I knew there was a racial construct in Cuba, but the article plainly shows how racism has shaped Cuba. It's amazing to see that while the world population has African blood in its veins, the world rejects itself by castigating the African.
Peace and Blessings
R.T. Askew
You should also try Nature's Gate for pure herbal extracts and botanicals. It
has the Original Herbal Shampoo which was rated as the #1 best-selling shampoo
in the natural industry. As far as their herbal shampoos and conditioners, they
also come in Aloe Vera - restores lost hair protein; Biotin; Chamomile - helps
seal hair cuticles for strength; Jojoba and Keratin
-- "Ki Ki" <acorn4life2@...
I have decided to give the "No Poo" hair washing method a try
finally, but for the past few months i've been hearing how bad
shampoos and conditioners with alcohol in them were for your
hair, so i tried to find a conditioner without alcohol as an
ingredient. I looked through about 60 lables and finally was able
to find one line of products that is alcohol free. I am proud to say
that I found this line among the Afro-American hair products and
i am really excited to try it. It is Isoplus Natural Remedy. The
items that i saw today were the shampoo, conditioner, and a tea
tree& aloe scalp treatment (moisterizer). I bought the conditioner
and scalp treatment and will be sure to post again in about two
weeks to let you all know how it's going.
Thanks for the article. I am definitely going to share it with
others.
Hotep My Sister!
I have checked out your photos and your hair is simply beautiful. Thanks for the natural hair recipes, ie water and olive oil. I will take your recipe and add some essential oils such as rosemary, tea tree and lavendar for variation.
Peace and Blessings
R.T. Askew
Absolutely have a barber trim your hair. If you say take off one inch, he will; Unlike a hairdresser that you ask to take off one inch and she takes off two. A barber will always cut your hair the way you ask him to. This has been my experience. Valerie
Hello everyone,
I'm writing an article on racism in Latin America. During my research, I
came about this history fact:
The full text article can be found at the following link:
http://www.hope.edu/delatorre/articles/jhlt.html
MM
www.naturalhairvillage.com
I have decided to give the "No Poo" hair washing method a try
finally, but for the past few months i've been hearing how bad
shampoos and conditioners with alcohol in them were for your
hair, so i tried to find a conditioner without alcohol as an
ingredient. I looked through about 60 lables and finally was able
to find one line of products that is alcohol free. I am proud to say
that I found this line among the Afro-American hair products and
i am really excited to try it. It is Isoplus Natural Remedy. The
items that i saw today were the shampoo, conditioner, and a tea
tree& aloe scalp treatment (moisterizer). I bought the conditioner
and scalp treatment and will be sure to post again in about two
weeks to let you all know how it's going.
Shampoo:
Avalon Organics Nourishing Shampoo - Lavender **
Aveda Brilliant shampoo
Homemade castile soap, with sage & lemongrass oils
Conditioner:
Aubrey Organics Island Natural Cream Rinse
Nature's Gate Original Herbal Conditioner**
Aveda Shampure conditioner
grocery -store mayonnaise ( regular, to deep-condition) **
shea butter, olive oil & lecithin mixture(homemade) **
Avalon ORganics Nourishing Conditioner - lavender
plain ole coconut oil
Leave In/Sprays:
Aveda Elixir leave-in conditioner
Infusium 23 **
Aloe Vera Juice (GNC) **
Rosewater **
Water & olive oil
(sometimes coconut water )
Styling Products: (for twists)
Bumble & Bumble curl conscious crème (new)
Org. Root Stim. Lock & Twist Gel**
Nature's Blessings Pomade ** ( helps with frizz - I mix with ORS Twist gel)
Org. Root Stim. Carrot Oil ** (little on scalp and for twists to shine)
Aubrey Organics B5 Design Gel ** ( best for sets - twist out, or smoothing hair down)
** what I use frequently
For my other styles, I use mostly a homemade mix of the "leave -in" products and some of the B5 Design Gel.
I try not to use anything thats not natural - these products are are reasonably priced (in my opinion) and they last a long time, especially now that I no-poo.
Today I am getting my hair trimmed. I wanted to know is it best that I'm getting a barber to do it? ANd what do I say? What typ of cut should I say I'm getting. - (After hearing the email converstation about flat iron - I thought that wont be the way to go) Any sugesstions?
Faith Folayan
"Gods word never changes, instead it changes things."
wilson5191,
what reaction have u found that women get from the ceasar/low cut?
tips you can give me. I am in the process of getting my home gym. I have a 3 and
2 year old, work nights and its hard for me to get to a gym. I want to lose
35-40 lbs. The weight is mainly in my hips and thighs.
Sharon
I've been in Wisconsin for 5 years, and there's at least one person every week that seriously contemplates being natural when they see my hair. You ladies and gents are catalysts for change - inside and out. . Remember that. Only represent yourself. Other people may want to "be you" or "like you", but its the "better, healthier self" that they really want to see. Some people have a certain "vibe" that you get from them.... You can feel their unhappiness. And many times we are drawn to unhappy people for that very reason - So they can see something different. I am happy to be nappy and hope you guys are too! I know some people who really are struggling mentally to break free from the "creamy crack" and its about self-image and esteem. So be strong for yourself. Cause you never know who's looking at you and the path you took to freedom.
Lina
I use the organic root stimulator twist and lock gel, I will try the carrot oil.
Hi Kelly,
I have been using the Daily Defense "Tender Apple" for dry-damaged/color treated hair as my no poo conditioner wash. Then I mix the Hair Mayonnaise by Root Stimulator with some of my Oil by Surge. I then sit under a heating cap for 30min to 1 hour, rinse and then put in either the Pro-fectin pink leave in conditioner or pure aloe vera gel. Then I put my hair in about 8 flat twist and let it air dry. In the morning I may add a little Stay Soft Fro and that's it. Sometimes I use the Pantene Pro-V Hydrating Curls conditioner as a conditioner wash too.
Erina B. P. Rivarde
Administrative/Residency Coordinator
LSU Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Phone 504/568-7638
Fax 504/568-7600
E-mail Erivar@...
I truly believe that. Thank you so much for the confirmation. Along with the
negative comments, I have also encouraged others to go natural. Some see me as
having courage to cut off all my hair and start over. I am at peace with my hair
and love the way I look and how it feels. I just need to lose this baby weight
and I will be in total peace!!
Sharon
Does anyone know of any good shampoos and
conditioners? Specific brands would be helpful. A
friend recently informed me that the current product I
am using is doing more bad than good to my hair, in
the long run causing scalp irritation drying my hair
out. I'm up for suggestions. Thanks.
I would love to see your pics as well, however I can't seem to get in to them through this link.
Thanks,
Tanya
Petrolina Okoro <okorolina40@...
you can add comments Smiley emoticon I forgot to change the settings. Thanks for all the positive feedback - trying to do something new in 2005 with my hair.
Blessings to all,
Petrolina
Greetings,
It's better to use natural cleansers on the hair,all
natural shampoos and conditioners.Most of the products
that we use have harmful chemicals in them that over
time will cause build up under the scalp and will
cause the hair to break even fall out.For us sistahs
with natural hair we should use natural products,it
makes sense.Try to stay away from products that have
proplene glycol(anti-freeze)or petroleum or mineral
based products these are very harmful to the hair
shaft,cuticle,and root.
Peace and Blessings
Ohenewaa
I just used organic root stimulator carrot oil with a little org root stimulator lock n twist gel - I dampened my hair with aloe vera juice n infusium 23 ( half and half - in a spray bottle) though.
right now I've been using Nature's Gate herbal conditioner for the past three weeks. It works well for me, but I think I'll do a deep condition every other no-poo session to strengthen my hair. Natures gate conditioner is basically extracts of herbs. I just love it. I spray infusium 23 and aloe vera juice as my leave-in.
when your spirit is happy and at peace, other people will see something special in you. Sometimes we spend too much effort pleasing others and our spirits are yearning to break free. My husband was the same way with my perm. Now he cant wait for me to put my twists in an updo and dress up. I can tell you, when I stopped conforming to what others wanted for me and my life, I grew up and my hair grew too.
Lina
you can add comments Smiley emoticon I forgot to change the settings. Thanks for all the positive feedback - trying to do something new in 2005 with my hair.
Blessings to all,
Petrolina
A good game may "how well do you know" this person. Come up with 10-15 questions
about the person that everyone should know all or most of the answers to and who
ever has the most right gets a prize. Like: what is (name) favorite saying?, How
long has (name) been living in (state/job), etc. Good luck!
what produts did you use? I may have to try this!
The ceasar cut and the reaction that many women get from it is so deep. Just
going natural has been a struggle for me, esp since my husband stopped talking
to me when I first cut my hair( it was down my back). I have been natural for15
months and almost 12 months post BIG CHOP. And my hair has grown so much. I
think he is just stuck on length, but he says he likes my hair now and he says
I'm beautiful. Going natural is a personal decision and I don't get as much
attention as I used to when I was permed, but the attention I do get are from
brothers and sisters that have a n appreciation for the spiritual self as
opposed to the physical outward self. Its like being a part of a family.
I just had a converstaion with someone at work who told me that I needed to
shampoo my hair every week in order for it to grow. Well, I condition/wet my
hair everyday and my hair has grown so much over 11 months. I recently pressed
my hair and it was past my shoulders and I had a 1/2 inch fro last march!! But
she is from the ole school and made a comment that "how we do it is wrong". I
wanted to ask her well wht is your hair so short. Anyway. I basically use suave
and V05 conditioner. What conditioners/ shampoos do you use? I shampoo my hair
as needed. I am finding that while they still leave my hair soft, when it dries,
it is starting to have a different feel to it. I know its trail and error, but I
don't want to waste money either.
It's just a gesture the "old folks" used to do when they talked about someone with very short hair.
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Peace My name is Sabrina I was on the cover of Naturally You Mag. I have a huge Afro as well, Its pass shoulder length when straight, I wear it curly some times, meaning I twist it while its wet, then when it drys take them out, as well as braids or twist in the front, or on the sides, I also wear two ponytails, I don't really know your style hope this helps.
Katina Mackey <moon_goddezz@...
does anyone have any suggestions for styles that I can do with my afro...it is pretty big (close to shoulder length when pressed).... help
Peace Love Live Life
SR
What does snappin ur fingers have to do with a low hair cut?
Hi all,
I know that this is off topic from talking about hair. I was just wondering if
anyone has ever thrown a going-away party (like I will be) and can give me
suggestions or ideas for it. If you know of any games or ice-breaker activities,
that would be great!! I have helped to throw showers and birthday parties before
but never a going-away party. Thanks in advance!!
Di
that's exactly what i meant!
KC
A wash n' go certainly won't work if you want to control shrinkage.
You have to stretch your hair, preferably while wet, and allow it to
dry in the stretched position.
As somone mentioned, you can wash your hair, apply oil and/or
pomade, and braid or cornrow it. Allow it to dry completely. When
you remove the braids or cornrows, your hair will be textured but
stretched out much more than if you let it dry loose.
You can blow dry your hair to stretch it, but I don't recommend it.
The heat and pulling can be damaging, drying, and cause breakage.
Shrinkage is to a degree a fact of the natural's life, but you can
temporarily show your length without causing damage to your hair.
KC
Hi--
I think it's when your hair is cut super-short. When my grandmother used to describe a newborn baby whose hair is just barely growing out, she would say, "The baby has that much [snaps her fingers] hair"...
Tobi
Ashaki <ashaki_maat@...
KC,
:) lol whats a "snapping fingers" hair cut??
-Ashaki
ny_magazine <Kaya@...
ps. you will have even more time to adorn and pamper yourself with
no hair styling to worry about! i had more free time than ever when
i had my *snapping fingers* hair cut.
KC
Hi Sky--
Leaving in twists and braids for a long time can lead to your hair locking at the new growth. A few years ago, I had my relaxed hair braided with extensions. I asked the stylist how long could I keep the braids in. She replied, "Oh, some people keep braids in for months."
I kept the braids in for 12 weeks. The braids still looked neat and "fresh" because when I washed my hair, my new growth would spiral and it looked like it was braided.
The problem was taking the braids out! I didn't realize how long it would take to remove the extended hair and then I had to try to comb out my own hair. My hair had locked in different parts of the new growth. I was scheduled for a relaxer the next day, and it took my stylist three hours to comb my hair out. (My hair was shoulder-length and I had extensions which reached the middle of my back).
After that, I got braids only twice during about five years, and only kept the braids in for 6 weeks. My hair is locked now and has been for two years. I had it locked by putting my relaxed hair in Senegalese twists, and having the new growth locked until I was "brave" enough to cut off the relaxed hair.
My advice to you is to not leave any type of "woven" style--braids, kinky twists, etc--in too long.
Tobi
lanelia k <poohbear_queen@...
hay everyone my name is sky i want to know if u leave
your kinky twist in to long will it lock your hair.
I just washed my hair and did 5 large flat twists while wet. I left it in yesterday and took it out today - such a nice fluffy, curly fro! If you like more texture, you can do cornrows instead. I'm not sure if I want to do this every night, but it is simple.
petro
Shrinkage is a knee-jerk reaction of our natural hair pattern (kinky/nappy, tight-curled...)
its common sense if you look at how our hair is structured...in reaction to many products and water (many products do contain water).. you'll find that Definite response...
its "natural"...... meaning u cant escape it and if u try to escape it, it can only be for a short period of time, like perms...their not really permanent...every few weeks u face ur roots especially when u encounter natural elements like rain and sun. I imagine you can try to blow dry it to the desired lentgh- i think that'll work out nicely or.. u can comb your hair, apply a little grease and braid your hair and relase the braids- perhaps it will appear longer.
-ashaki
djuanwa_parker <dqtbrd@...
I normally wear my hair out, in a curly afro style. My hair coils
very tightly, but they are very soft spiral curls. I love my hair
texture, but I wish that it would fall a little more. When
straightened it meets my shoulders, but on a regular day it is about
as long as my pointer finger! It shrinks so much after I apply my
products and it dries. I wish it would hold the same, if not close to
the same length as when it is moist. How can I control the shrinkage,
but maintain my soft curly fro, or atleast most of my natural wage
pattern!!
In need of shrinkage advice!!
I normally wear my hair out, in a curly afro style. My hair coils
very tightly, but they are very soft spiral curls. I love my hair
texture, but I wish that it would fall a little more. When
straightened it meets my shoulders, but on a regular day it is about
as long as my pointer finger! It shrinks so much after I apply my
products and it dries. I wish it would hold the same, if not close to
the same length as when it is moist. How can I control the shrinkage,
but maintain my soft curly fro, or atleast most of my natural wage
pattern!!
In need of shrinkage advice!!
KC,
:) lol whats a "snapping fingers" hair cut??
-Ashaki
ny_magazine <Kaya@...
ps. you will have even more time to adorn and pamper yourself with
no hair styling to worry about! i had more free time than ever when
i had my *snapping fingers* hair cut.
KC
that is a gorgeous picture - thanks for editing it for all ages! :)
i don't think it takes a certain kind of head, it t