Hi Petrolina,
Do you use the unpasteurized ACV or does it matter? (I'm wondering if there's a
difference) And do you deep condition with it or just use it while you shampoo?
What is the outcome of your hair? Does the ACV give your hair a glow/shine?
Diane
There is to be no crown without first a cross**Lk9:23
I use ACV weekly - I keep a dilution of 3 tbs to 1 cup of water in a spray bottle and as I massage my hair and scalp during a shampoo, I spritz the dilute ACV in. It helps cleanse more residue from my hair and it stimulates, yet soothes my scalp. After this I do a deep conditioner for 30 minutes and upon rinsing, spray on freshly rinsed hair, massage for a min. or two, then rinse. People always ask me if I got my hair colored - I did a crappy permanent hair color 2 years ago and it is growing out - every week the color seems to come back to life and it has grown halfway out, leaving a two-toned effect. It also relieves itching - I use it on mosquito bites too.
It seems from what I've been reading that people are raving about ACV. What has
been your experience with it? I want to try it and am hoping that it does what
others are saying about it. Your feedback is appreciated. Thx!
My name is Javon and I am a hairstylist in Baltimore
Maryland. I am currently enrolled in a business
skills course and I am looking for a mentor in the
natural hair care field. This person or persons would
serve as my mentor for at least one year, be available
to communicate with me either by phone or email, fill
out proper mentor forms to be submitted to my business
class and be available to help me with things like
pricing of services, where to find distributors or
products, technique and overall encouragement. If you
are interested in helping me please contact me. If
you are not able to help but know someone who could
please forward their information. Thank you in
advance and God bless.
Javon Harris, javon_harris@...
Natural, and loving it
More and more are âhappy to be nappyâ
http://www.baltimoresun.com/features/custom/unisun/bal-un.natural02oct02,1,2821846.story?coll=bal-unisun-headlines&ctrack=1&cset=true
By Tanika White
sun reporter
October 2, 2005
In ancient times, Africans braided and cornrowed their hair into intricate patterns, some symbolizing wartime, religious conviction or a betrothal. Other styles let the world know that the wearer was a king or a queen.
In these modern times, more and more African-Americans are realizing that their hairstyles are still broadcasting a message to the world. And, increasingly, more are choosing to send a message of freedom - by deciding to wear their hair in a "natural" style.
Locks. Cornrows. Twists. Braids.
Free of relaxers and other potentially harmful chemicals, those who have opted to go natural say they feel healthier and more at ease with themselves. They believe they have more time, more money. And, most of all, they love the way they look.
"This is your hair in its freest state," says Alycyn Roye, 34, of Pikesville, who decided to stop putting a relaxer in her hair in 2000, and has had dreadlocks for the last three years. "I feel like I'm more natural. I feel uninhibited. I feel really beautiful."
For many in the African-American community, Roye's statement may seem hard to believe. Hair can be beautiful without being chemically straightened? That's not what Grandma - wielding a hot comb and a jar of hair grease - would have had us to believe.
"I think when it has been told to you, and you've absorbed [it], that something is better when it's soft and silky and blows through the wind, then it's hard to dismiss that," says Neal Lester, a professor at Arizona State University who is an expert in African-American literary and cultural studies.
For centuries, Lester says, the dominant culture convinced African-Americans - through books, movies and advertisements - that their hair needed to be something other than what it was. Sleeping Beauty was blond, not brown-haired. Rapunzel's hair flowed like spun silk down her back; it didn't curl up at the roots or spring back when pulled.
"It's hard to erase those things because those start defining the ideals for us," says Lester, who also is a contributor to a traveling cultural exhibit called Hair Stories.
But more and more, African Americans are discarding that hard-to-attain - and even harder to maintain - ideal.
Relaxers and other chemicals, they've found, are drying, damaging and expensive. Some have even found them to be frustrating to use, time-consuming or even harmful to their spirit.
"More people are making more conscientious decisions about natural living, healthy living," says Latavia Ehoize, co-owner of a natural-hair salon on York Road. "It's not a militant, revolutionary type thing like the afros were in the '60s and '70s. This is about 'I'm loving who I am.' Whether it's for spiritual reasons or medical reasons or even emotional reasons, there's something driving them to want to do something different, to do something better."
Ehoize is one of those people.
After wearing her hair relaxed in high school, in what she calls an "attempt to conform," the Western High School graduate decided to cut her hair into a short natural - a low and tight bush. To her, the decision was a long time coming, and felt right.
"I said, 'It's not about what other people think about whether I'm beautiful,' " she says. "So that was it. I said, 'I'm done [with relaxers].' "
That decision was so freeingEhoize wanted to share the feeling with others. Today, she and her godbrother, Carmel Allen - whose long locks have been growing for 13 years - run Nappee by Nature salon, helping clients both male and female, young and old, learn how to make the transition to unprocessed hair.
In their cozy shop, fingers fly. Over here: kneading and soothing temperamental scalps. Over there: stroking, pulling and twisting coarse and kinky tresses into smooth braids, coils, two-strand twists and locks.
These stylists use natural hair dyes, shampoos and moisturizing products. Aloe and shea butter, tea tree oil. Reggae artist Bob Marley plays in the background. Clients sometimes doze off.
At natural-hair salons across the city, the scene is often the same.
At Utopia's Touch on Belair Road, gospel music plays as natural stylist Robert Young transforms Alycyn Roye's free-flowing locks into an artful bun at the back of her head. At Heritage Hair Braiding, just down the street, Danielle Buckson dozes on her day off as two Senegalese hair braiders furiously braid close to 400 "micro-minis" into her hair.
The atmosphere is relaxing. Self-assuring. Those with natural hair say that feeling is totally different than the feeling they got in traditional hair salons. That's because philosophies in most traditional salon are about change: Straighten your curly hair, add color or a hair weave. Be your favorite celebrity or someone in a magazine.
But natural salons are about "bringing out you," Ehoize says, "the beauty within yourself."
Ever since she was 15, social worker Kyra Jennings felt like there was a natural girl inside of her. But her mother, a traditionalist, balked at the idea of cutting her daughter's long hair. So three years ago, in college, and out of her mother's reach, Jennings decided to go for it.
"It's always been me," a dreadlocked Jennings, 23, of Loch Raven, says. "I think natural hair is just beautiful. Afros, twists, however you want to do it. I can't see myself any other way."
Not everyone goes to a salon to get the natural look. In black communities, hair-braiding and cornrowing at home are as much a part of the culture as Sunday dinners.
"I've been braiding hair since I was 12. I started on my doll babies," says East Baltimore's Donna Brown, a 32-year-old mother of six, who braids her four daughters' hair while sitting on the steps outside her house after the girls get home from school. "Now it's easier for me as a mother. It's easier for me to manage, being as their hair is already done [in the morning]."
Brown also saves money this way, but some women with natural hair will admit that going natural doesn't always mean a savings.
Stylists say most locked styles are maintained in a salon every two to three weeks - about the same frequency women with relaxed hair might come in for a shampoo or trim. Depending on the shop, the maintenance can cost anywhere from $40-$75 each visit, which is comparable to expenses for chemically treated hair.
And many braided styles - which can take up to 12 hours in one sitting to create, as opposed to a couple of hours for relaxed hair - can cost $200 or more. Even without the need to come back to a salon for two months, those wearing braids are putting out a lot of money.
Ehoize says that ultimately the decision to go natural is less about saving time and money and more about bringing out the natural woman - or man - inside.
In fact, although most new naturalists are women, many young men also have caught onto the trend and are forgoing the barber's clippers for twists, braids, cornrows or locks.
Kevin Clarke, 19, a student at Morgan State University, began cornrowing his hair seven years ago. At 17, he started locking.
"I like the styles you can do," Clarke says. "And most of the girls I run into, they like it. They're attracted to the dreads."
In fact, many young men say they aren't trying to send any message with their artfully done hair. They just like the way it looks.
"It ain't no culture thing with me," says Tyran Johnson, 17, of East Baltimore, who started locking his hair about nine months ago. "I was getting tired of getting a regular hair cut."
Johnson sounds a lot like many women who, tired of getting a "regular" hair style, opt to go natural. After growing out or cutting out a relaxer, they find that hairstyling is just one less thing to check off on a never-ending to-do list.
Danielle Buckson, 32, loves the easy maintenance of the braid extensions she gets added to her hair every two to three months at Heritage Hair Braiding on Belair Road.
"I have 2-year-old twins," says Buckson, of Cedonia. "It's very hard to keep up with them and work and keep your hair done. These braids give you a style without having to take the time out of your day to do it."
Natural-hair wearers also say they are free to do things their relaxed-sisters wouldn't dream of. Swim. Exercise without hair-anxiety. Walk in the rain.
For them, that kind of freedom is just what poet Ntozake Shange says natural hair really is, in her poem "Roots": "The roots of your hair/ What turns back when you sweat, run, make love, dance, get afraid, get happy: the tell-tale sign of living/" Some Natural Hair Styles
Cornrows - a traditional, unisex, West African style of hair grooming where the hair is tightly braided very close to the scalp, using an underhand, upward motion to produce a continuous, raised row
Dreadlocks (also called "locs") - a natural hairstyle in which the hair is twisted into long, matted or ropelike locks that can be styled in various ways
Braids, Extensions, Individuals - a technique where hair (often artificial) is braided into one's own natural hair to achieve length, volume or a new style
Twists - two strands of hair wrapped around one another all over the head
Coils - a small section of hair is twisted around a comb to create coils in measured patterns
Afro, Bush, Natural - unprocessed hair is combed or picked usually into a neat, rounded style
tanika.white@baltsun
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Hello,
I am a Natural Hair Stylist in Duluth, Ga. Take a look at my website
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Thanks.
For a period of 4 or so months in 2005 they had a new magazine publication out
that I loved called SUEDE Magazine, it featured global fashions & style, global news, interesting commentary, articles on money matters, travel and non mainstream articles for all women of color (as diverse group that We collectively are)
I truly loved SUEDE magazine however briefly it was on the market.
http://www.unc.edu/black_ink/2005-suede.html
Sadly?
It did not get the support, financing and it folded 4 months into my paid subscription to it.
People of Color want to shine & enjoy life, they are spiritual, they read, have good relationships and families, they like to travel go on vacations, they'd like to have beautiful untraditional, unique homes & interiors http://www.homesofcolor.net/
Some of us, are into things like holistic medicine & the alternative music too.
I loved the artist's Julie Dexter's article in a past issue of
Conscious Hue-niversal Living (I enjoy her jazz/caribbean music as well)
Granted this magazine is not for everyone - It may not everyone's cup of green tea.
I love the idea that in 2005 We can purchase, subscribe to & read more than the trinity -
Essence, Ebony and Jet. I'd love to see them evolve. ( I'm not knocking them - but there is room for more magazines geared toward people of color with diverse interest)
Although lately, Essence magazine is making strides & an effort to upgrade and improve on their old formula? Sometimes, while shopping in the larger supermarkets ? or stopping past a city newsstand?
I see the "trinity" sitting (Essence, Ebony & Jet) on the rack ( supermarkets stock them liked they've summed up all the interest of black race collectively) and I just look past them with glazed eyes - I do appreciate (Essence, Ebony & Jet) for being there they've been there for my grandmother & my mother, me - but I am always Wishing for something NEW out there to join them on that racks.
I have noticed lately, that Essence is trying to incorporate more diversity into it's pages
with booklists, musical listings that all don't put black women down, listings for
health spas, spiritual retreats, cultural events, they are expanding to diverse beauty & fashion articles too. Including Travel articles and healthier recipes, and international cuisine, articles on building and maintaining your business, and information on black female entrepreneurs, workshops & seminars on business empowerment & faith.
I get tired of reading about the SAME old solutions to the same old problems
that never seem to improve, go away. (in Essence, Ebony and Jet)
The articles seem have the same old slant.
I also get tired of seeing the same old advertisements.
In Essence? Sometimes they have some courageous, riveting & beautiful articles that I am reading (I get to the bottom of the page - by a prompt - the article to be continued) then I turn the page and there's a full page advertisement for AMBI skin bleach - then I turn another page and a beautiful black model is featured in a full page spread telling me how to get my kinky hair straighter with chemical hair relaxers - as if something is wrong with my skin color or hair in it's natural state ? - Sometimes, I just need a real break from it!
There are also advertisements for better products like lotions with shea butter ingredients too, I'll admit. But they are far outnumbered by other advertisements with other subliminal messages.
I was listening to the very talented & creative author Zadie Smith on NPR
while at work ,last week as http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=4961669
She discussed her latest book : "On Beauty"
when the interviewer asked her about her thoughts on being biracial woman on the writing scene - She made a comment something like, "it made her kind of nervous & uneasy that in 2005 Black girls have one basic beauty magazine to turn to and see themselves represented in."
She alluded to in horror of the world offering & one day putting out a "Biracial Girl Magazine" (my synopsis of her interview)
The idea of it was both insulting and funny at once.
I had to stifle my laughs in the office that I work , I laughed so hard.
It was so true and funny and pretty much on point.
As a woman of color, I often feel the very same way.
Another magazine, that I adored & subscribed to (a spoken word poetry magazine of color) has gone on indefinite hiatus as well (http://www.spokenvizions.com/)
I still believe there is room on the bookshelf & magazine racks for more than Essence, Ebony and Jet.
Props To Kaya Casper & Crew for having the guts & visionary insight.
to Bring forth Naturally You Magazine!
In a cookie cutter bland magazine world? - It is treat to read!
Peace - from the coconutgirl
These are just my personal opinions- I did not mean to get off of topic (natural hair care ) & it's not meant to intentionally offend anyone.
Thank You for the link to the website.
Beautiful Jewelry.
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Has anyone checked this out yet? If so, what did you think. Would you recommend this magazine to others?
Whatzup everyone out there. This is your boy George sporting the cornrolls/braids look. I want to sport the locks in a few months. I have a good size afro. Any suggestions from my folks out there with the locks. Get back at ya boi. Whatzup Toya, Jules, and all my other folks. This is your boy George. Holla.
I am a displaced evacuee from New Orleans who is new to the Austin
area. I am new to Austin and I unfortunately dont know anybody here. I
am looking to get to know some cool folx, if you happen to be a natural
hair care stylist that's a plus. please hit me up as soon as possible.
thanx.
Here is another good website with ( 2 ) detailed instructions on wrapping styles.
http://www.h4d.com/howto2.asp
http://www.h4d.com/HOWTO1.ASP
Once You have the Basics down, be as creative as you'd like to be!
If you love headwraps, here are a few more below:
http://www.allthingsrasta.com/gallery/
Peace!
(from a wrap-a-holic here, lol )
Hi Zena...
My name is Victoria, and I am definitely interested in this program.
I emailed Ms.Smith and I am also going to call.
Just wanted to say thank you for sharing the info with us.
God Bless.
Victoria
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Hello All~
One of the most common questions I see on this board and others is
"Where can I find a natural salon in my area?" The Naturally You! team
has created an extensive database of natural salons around the world,
and we need your help in making it the best resource it can be for
naturals everywhere.
This is our first announcement of this directory, so you are the first
to hear about it. Here's what you can do to help:
1) Email your friends, family, and online buddies about the database
2) Share the link on other boards and mailing lists you are a part of
3) Share your salon reviews
4) Share your salon listings
5) Let us know about errors in the database
6) If you have a website, blog, or online profile, please link to us
Here is the link:
http://www.NaturallyYouMagazine.com/salondirectory
Send reviews, listings, or corrections to
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Thank you in advance to all who participate in sharing this resource
with as many naturals and transitioners as possible!
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What's your screen name? dashtb
City/State? Fort Washington, MD
Loose, loced, or transitioning? transitioning
How long has your hair been like it is? My last
relaxer was in January 2005
How long is your hair? Shoulder length
What are your 3 favorite products? Don't have
favorites yet; still experimenting
What are your 3 favorite styles? two strand twists;
bun; cornrows
Do you style your hair at home, or go to a salon?
Salon
If you go to a salon, which one? I just started going
to a stylist named Jocelyn who works out of
Jeannette's Salon in Washington, DC
What is/has been your toughest hair struggle, physical
or mental? My toughest struggle has been learning to
care for hair and to keep it healthy
Are you natural for life? Why or why not? I am
natural for life because I am tired of getting the
chemicals. I have a tender scalp, so it's never been
a pleasant experience. I am committed to growing
healthy natural hair.
i would definetly like to know as well so that i my- pass it on
uniquelypk <uniquelypk@...
Great Day everyone!
I believe some time ago, someone posted a link regarding medical
research that exposed the harsh realities of chemically relaxing
hair. Please direct me to those sources.
Thanks!
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Wow! Wished I lived closer. This sounds like a super cool class and one that I could benefit from. Do you know of anyone in the Carolinas that offers a similar training?
For Anyone interested in the Washington /DC area
Great Day everyone!
I believe some time ago, someone posted a link regarding medical
research that exposed the harsh realities of chemically relaxing
hair. Please direct me to those sources.
Thanks!
Hello,
I am seeking a loctician in the northeast Atlanta area, specifically in the
Doraville/Chamblee area. I've been ill and my hair is damaged, so I am
looking for someone to loc my hair as well as restore it's health.
Thank you for your assistance.
Hi Faith T - FYI
My name is Melanee and I live in the Charlotte area. I'm a Certified Sisterlock
Consultant who would be more than happy to advise and answer any questions you
may have about the process. I also am a Sisterlock wearer for 10 years now. If
you like, you may give me a call at (313) 308-5119.
Peace, No Grease and Nappiness!
Melanee
Knaturalli Knappi
(313) 308-5119
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Peace All, I am a newly established loctician in Washington, DC. If you are
seeking a loctician or natural hairstylist at a very reasonable price... I
am willing and able to provide you excellent service.
My name is Valerie...if you would liike to contact me, please e-mail
(Valerie.Peaceful_Images@...) with any questions or call
202-744-1676....
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Hello Sangia,
Are you all Natural or in transition? If in transition, you can do Kinky Twists (human or Synthetic), Cornrows (various types) weaves, or interlocs.
If all Natural, start enjoying it by twisting, braiding, coiling, straw sets or even wearing your Natural fro:).
I hope this has helped a little.
Kisha
I think Faith T can answer that. She answered my question about
Sisterlocks.
You don't have to get emails from the Naturally You! group if you
don't want to. You can read all the messages at our website.
Visit:
what is fotki? be blessed
"dianejmartin@..." <dianejmartin@...
Angela,
This is Diane. I just really want to say 'THANK YOU' for your feedback! I TRULY appreciate it and Thanks also for sharing your pics on fotki!
I also must say that your hair is ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS!! It makes me want to lock now more than ever since I've been thinking about it for awhile and truly wish I could just go and get it done the next day, but, I don't have any start-up money for it - I'm just a broke college graduate student. I'm just curious though - where are you located and where do you get your hair done? I honestly don't know if there's any affordable loctitians in New York.
Warm Spirit is an awesome company that promotes self-care & wellness. The products are nature-based containing herbs, vitamins, and essential oils. There is something for the whole family-- from head to toe! I use many of the products daily and I have healthy hair, skin, and nails. I'd be glad to answer any questions you might have!
Terri - (302) 584-3347
www.EssenceOfU.com
Welcome to the group Karen. You'll find a lot of information, styling tips and sometimes lively debates ;)
Tobi
kl0262 <kls222@...
Good evening all,
I just joined Naturally You and I am truly excited about the magazine.
I had no clue that this magazine was out there until my hairstylist
shared it with me. My name is Karen, I have been natural for eight
years now and I am very happy I made the transition. I look forward
to communicating with all of you.
Hi all, does anyone know about warm spirit and how it works?
That is basically what I do also. I made the mistake the first time
of washing my hair without taking each knot ball out gently with a
small comb. OH WHAT A MESS! Don't do it....that is all I can say.
Take them out before you wash and condition is throughly.
You may want to try a really light oil, such as sweet almond oil. Jojoba oil works well, too, but it's a bit thicker than almond oil. I oil my scalp occasionally--mostly in winter months. My hair is locked, so after washing, I rub a light oil into my locs and then about every two days I spray my hair with a mixture given to my by my loctitian. The mixture has water, almond oil (sometimes coconut oil) and a little ginger and peppermint.
You may not need to oil your hair everyday--I would think it more of a "as needed" basis.
Tobi
yetunde17 <yetunde17@...
Hello all,
I was wondering, how often should one wash their hair especially if
the texture of the hair is more on the coarse side? Also, what kindof
oils are okay to apply to hair, and should it be a daily application
or every so often? I find that when I oil my hair and scalp everyday,
it becomes really greasy and the oil buildup is really bad. I mist my
twists with water everyday, is that okay? I am oopen to all
suggestions... I want to do this right.
Thank you and stay blessed.
Victoria
after wearing braids for awhile, what style choices do i have now. i still love my braids, but i would like a change.
sangria
tampa, fl
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Maxine:
Due to the trademark, there is a certain prescribed thickness for Sisterlocks. Most people who pursue Sisterlocks desire the thin locs. You may wish to try some other alternative method to start your locks (palm roll, crochet, etc) to obtain the thickness you desire.
oshunbaby <maxxjoy@...
Just curious....can the locks be done thicker for sister locks? What
I've seen are too darn thin!!!!Maxine
You may try wetting your hair and drenching it with a thick conditioner, then gently comb out the knots.
Tobi
holstons <holston4116@...
how do you get dirt knots from your hair after removing mircobraids?
sangria
tampa,fl.
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I understand what your are saying as far as "natural" because it is
fake hair. The thing that I do not agree with is calling
folks "chicken" or "not confident" becuase they want a style change
or they choose to do certain things with their hair. (i.e. micros,
cornrows, etc). Its seems like I keep hearing how it takes so much
confidence to rock a TWA...well I am going to to wear a TWA. But
does my confidence has to come into question? Didn't it take
confidence for me to stop relaxing period?
It just seems to be another label...another way to restrict
folks...another way to divide. Just the thing I thought I was
getting away from when I decided to grow out my perm. Splitting
hairs, and clamining oneupmainship.
Angela,
This is Diane. I just really want to say 'THANK YOU' for your feedback! I TRULY
appreciate it and Thanks also for sharing your pics on fotki!
I also must say that your hair is ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS!! It makes me want to lock
now more than ever since I've been thinking about it for awhile and truly wish I
could just go and get it done the next day, but, I don't have any start-up money
for it - I'm just a broke college graduate student. I'm just curious though -
where are you located and where do you get your hair done? I honestly don't know
if there's any affordable loctitians in New York.
how do you get dirt knots from your hair after removing mircobraids?
sangria
tampa,fl.
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Hello all,
I was wondering, how often should one wash their hair especially if
the texture of the hair is more on the coarse side? Also, what kindof
oils are okay to apply to hair, and should it be a daily application
or every so often? I find that when I oil my hair and scalp everyday,
it becomes really greasy and the oil buildup is really bad. I mist my
twists with water everyday, is that okay? I am oopen to all
suggestions... I want to do this right.
Thank you and stay blessed.
Victoria
Just curious....can the locks be done thicker for sister locks? What
I've seen are too darn thin!!!!Maxine
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garlindus22 <garlindus22@...
Hello everybody, I find the definitions of natural hair so amazing. I
bought a hairbraiding magazine thinking I would find styles using one's
natural god-given hair, low and behold 95% of the styles needed you to
add hair. My preference is my own hair, although I have worn cornrows
with added hair, and I do enjoy wearing wigs ,so I won't have to
straigthen (press or relax) my hair when I want a change. I think a
person should do whatever they want with their hair. What does bother
me is ignorant sisters who spend their last dollar on a bad weave and
have their noses up in the air at us nappyheaded sisters whom they
think need to do something with our nappy A** heads. I had beautiful
hair when I had a relaxer and my hair is equally lovely now. I feel
more me with my natural hair because it is so freeing I have nothing to
hide this is naturally me. As for coloring my hair I only use henna. I
was glad to see someone finally mention henna as a natural hair
coloring it comes in many shades from light blond to deep black to
browns and reds. So, in my opinion microbraids, cornrows with added
hair, chemically altered hair (including texturizers),and weave no
matter what the texture are not natural hair. I've found it takes a
whole lot of self-confidence to be natural cause some of the biggest
haters are people who look like us. Only my opinion, BE BLESSED, Lynn
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Very well said!
garlindus22 <garlindus22@...
Hello everybody, I find the definitions of natural hair so amazing. I
bought a hairbraiding magazine thinking I would find styles using one's
natural god-given hair, low and behold 95% of the styles needed you to
add hair. My preference is my own hair, although I have worn cornrows
with added hair, and I do enjoy wearing wigs ,so I won't have to
straigthen (press or relax) my hair when I want a change. I think a
person should do whatever they want with their hair. What does bother
me is ignorant sisters who spend their last dollar on a bad weave and
have their noses up in the air at us nappyheaded sisters whom they
think need to do something with our nappy A** heads. I had beautiful
hair when I had a relaxer and my hair is equally lovely now. I feel
more me with my natural hair because it is so freeing I have nothing to
hide this is naturally me. As for coloring my hair I only use henna. I
was glad to see someone finally mention henna as a natural hair
coloring it comes in many shades from light blond to deep black to
browns and reds. So, in my opinion microbraids, cornrows with added
hair, chemically altered hair (including texturizers),and weave no
matter what the texture are not natural hair. I've found it takes a
whole lot of self-confidence to be natural cause some of the biggest
haters are people who look like us. Only my opinion, BE BLESSED, Lynn
Hello everybody, I find the definitions of natural hair so amazing. I
bought a hairbraiding magazine thinking I would find styles using one's
natural god-given hair, low and behold 95% of the styles needed you to
add hair. My preference is my own hair, although I have worn cornrows
with added hair, and I do enjoy wearing wigs ,so I won't have to
straigthen (press or relax) my hair when I want a change. I think a
person should do whatever they want with their hair. What does bother
me is ignorant sisters who spend their last dollar on a bad weave and
have their noses up in the air at us nappyheaded sisters whom they
think need to do something with our nappy A** heads. I had beautiful
hair when I had a relaxer and my hair is equally lovely now. I feel
more me with my natural hair because it is so freeing I have nothing to
hide this is naturally me. As for coloring my hair I only use henna. I
was glad to see someone finally mention henna as a natural hair
coloring it comes in many shades from light blond to deep black to
browns and reds. So, in my opinion microbraids, cornrows with added
hair, chemically altered hair (including texturizers),and weave no
matter what the texture are not natural hair. I've found it takes a
whole lot of self-confidence to be natural cause some of the biggest
haters are people who look like us. Only my opinion, BE BLESSED, Lynn
hello fellow lurker here...i could not pass up this post b/c someone is deeply mis-informed.
You do not have to cut your natural hair short to start locs. I was natural for 2 yrs before I
started locking and started with about 6 inches if not longer (estimate) of natural hair. As for sisterlocks
they are meant for the person who does not want to cut
off all their permed hair but I believe u do have to have a few inches of natural hair.
You can see pictures of the length of my comb coils to confirm this. Just click on the link below.
I have not updated in a while though :-)
Peace & Blessings
eclecticbutterfly
http://public.fotki.com/eclecticbutterfly/
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Hello EJ,
I live in Washington, DC and I work at a salon and at home. I've been doing hair for over 10 years.
You can hit me at 202-5t26-3476
Kareema
I work at Twist It Sista part time in Northeast DC
If you have A natural hair salon in the dc-metro area - And you would like to be in an article for "Intune" .... get back at me- peace!
Ej
great article.very informative, thanks!
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Hellos Sisters,
My name is wanda. I am a certified Sisterlock Consultant, and natural hair
stylist in Duluth, GA. The difference between Sisterlocks and Dread locks are
the technique, look and style of the locks. Both very beautiful. Sisterlocks
uses and interlocking technique that works with the clients natural curl pattern
to form the lock, much like crocheting. Sisterlocks are small, with percision
parting,and very neatly designed. The smaller locks gives clients the ability
for more versatility with styling the locks. You can go to www.sisterlocks.com
and look for a consultant in your area. Best wishes.
thank you so much for the insight now thats whats up! found the info very enlightening. especially the part about how regular chemical dyes can give you cancer. uhhhhhh!
thats why networking and loving on each other is so important. i have been educating myself by not jumping into something by reaching out for help. laugh........... no more just jumping and doing things and then say oooooooopppssss!!!!!! later laugh thanks sista
ny_magazine <kaya.casper@...
check this out:
http://www.findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m0NAH/is_6_31/ai_80088284
i haven't verified validity of these, so if you are interested, please
take the research a step further and let us know what you find.
KC
check this out:
http://www.findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m0NAH/is_6_31/ai_80088284
i haven't verified validity of these, so if you are interested, please
take the research a step further and let us know what you find.
KC
Can you use Earth products in loced hair
Can you use this product in loced hair? Will you continue to use
B.E. products in your locs? Maxine
I think the most important thing is educating yourself and others
about chemicals and dyes and the effects it could have on your hair.
After being informed, it's up to you. We as Africans are a creative
people so we'll do what we do. I think it's all good, as long as we
don't get caught up with the europcenric image, and we learn to love
and accept our hair. The problem is that too many of us ARE caught up
with this good and bad hair texture. Long and short.
Remember, it's not always about what's on our head, but what's in it.
(How we think, vibes we emit and recieve) Hey, just my opinion. Maxine
Sisterlocks is like a crocheting of your natural hair. It is not a twisting method
like other locks.
As the owner of Philly's 1st Braiding Salon, Baka Beautiful, I have had sisterlocks
for 2 years now after many years of braids. I love them and they love me back.
My hair is very healthy and full. We have now relocated to the West Palm Beach,
Florida area and can be visited online at www.bakabeautiful.com
We have a very talented naturalist and sister locktician if you're willing to travel to FL..
On the other hand you can go to www.sisterlocks.com and they will
provide a list of their sisterlocks graduates in your area.
Peaceful Blessings
Naturally yours,
Brenda
i am open to receive emails from sista doing natural hair and choosing sista locs right now i am looking to loc my beautiful loose fro. any advice welcome
i have been natural for a year going from corn rows, to micros, now
just afro and box braids. i do not ever want perm or chemical in my
hair again. i also, experimented with (natural hair) coils. i have
seen someones hair, with these brother locks it was georgous. small
crinkly like twisty. so, now i am in the process of finding someone
to do mine. what is the difference between twisting the hair to lock
it, and the sista lock? do they sew it closed? also do you know any
natural hair shop that does this in the north carolina area? i am in
winston salem willing to travel as far as charlotte north carolina
thats 1 1/2 hours away please help
SHARIFAH FROM NORTH CAROLINA
Phea-
Hey, how are you? It good spirits I hope. Let me know how the vitamins work out. I hate taking ANY type of pills but I know I need to and I just hate having to "test" different ones. Keep us posted on how they are for you. Thank you. Have a great day. Karyn
uniquelypk <uniquelypk@...
Hello all!
I started today taking a multivitamin complex by Herbalife. Among the
other vitamins it contains Biotin (which I heard from the different
groups is very beneficial for the hair). Is 100 mcg (amount per
serving) and 33%(Daily Value) enough?
I am a little apprehensive about vitamins because whenever I start
taking them my face breaks out so bad.
Thanks in advance.
Phea
Hello all!
I started today taking a multivitamin complex by Herbalife. Among the
other vitamins it contains Biotin (which I heard from the different
groups is very beneficial for the hair). Is 100 mcg (amount per
serving) and 33%(Daily Value) enough?
I am a little apprehensive about vitamins because whenever I start
taking them my face breaks out so bad.
Thanks in advance.
Phea
I appreciate this discussion and I am interested to hear more thoughts
and ideas. I'd say the vast majority of our hair related self esteem
issues are surrounding the texture of our hair vs. the color of it.
While I do occassionally see girls or women with brown shades of hair
getting more attention than those with black or dark hair, I have
never heard a person comment negatively on darker shades of
hair(assuming we are talking about dark or black being "bad" and light
or blonde being "good"). However, I have heard on numerous occassions,
far too many to count, negative comments about "tighter" hair textures
and endless praise about straight hair. Therefore, I don't think the
use of hair dye necessarily has anything to do with embracing the
parts of us that have been considered ugly, ie our hair texture, not
its color.
Still, I do believe there is a gravitation toward lighter hair colors,
BUT, I think it is cross cultural. White women, asian women, hispanic
women, and black women all seem to tend toward getting some
"highlights" or dyeing their hair a completely different, lighter
color. I think this is due to the "blonds have more fun" concept, and
blondes being the supposed pinnacle of beauty. BUT, I don't see this
as a black women's issue per se, but more of a women's issue, or
beauty concept issue in general.
As far as natural or unatural, I also feel that hair color falls
within the realm of "natural", because it does not alter the natural
texture of the hair to any degree that I have found notable. I believe
that bleaches can loosen the hair texture, but I have bleached my hair
in the past with very little if any change in texture.
With all that being said, I say the more natural the better. The more
chemicals we can avoid, the better. And that is not just in hair
products, but also in food, in household cleaners, in the air (think
air freshener and roach spray), etc. I personally choose not to color
my locs because I prefer not to apply chemicals to my body as much as
I can avoid it (the toothpaste I prefer is chemical based for
example), and I don't want to damage my hair. But I do believe that
sisters who dye their natural textured hair can be classified as
"natural."
Looking forward to more input on the subject.
KC
Shelia, I appreciate you taking time from your busy schedule to send me the
detailed recipes and other informative links. I have added those to my
favorites and will share with my other sistah friends.
Be healthy and blessings to you,
Go to www.curve-salon.com. You can purchase it online, or look for Miss
Jessie's store to local distributors.
Yes, I have used the whole line of Black Earth Products, I live in Atlanta and got them at the Natural Hair Center
where the owner works.. the products are very nice and all natural.... I used them up until I got my hair loced
2 weeks ago..
Bernadette
I am currently using Shea Moisture products from Nubian Heritage.
I've heard of Black Earth products from a sister in Atlanta. you can
order on line or purchase from a beauty salon. Has anyone tried these
products? I like Shea Moisture but want to try something new. maxine
My name is Wanda, I am a Certified Sisterlock Consultant, and natural hair
sytlist. You do not have to cut your hair to start Sisterlocks. Sisterlocks
can be starter with a little as 2 inches of natural hair, long hair, mid-length
hair, it does not matter. In addition, one can transition out of a relaxer into
Sisterlocks. Take a look at my website for photos.
www.naturalbeautyboutique.com. Best wishes
You can order by calling 1-866-406-4400 toll free or on line at
www.missjessies.com
I really like this product because it works with your texture without
chemically altering it. I have used the Curly Pudding when I first
cut off my locks and the hair was too short for twists. Check out the
site before buying. She has an array of products. (it smells so
good, you could almost eat it, but dont :) Maxine
Sandy-
That was hilariouse! Is it me or do they think their consumers are idiots? lol
"dianejmartin@..." <dianejmartin@...
I don't know if you've received this email, before, but I thought I would share. These are funny statements sure to put a smile on any face..
EVER WONDER...
...why the sun lightens our hair, but darkens our skin?
...why women can't put on mascara with their mouth closed?
...why you don't ever see the headline "Psychic Wins Lottery"?
...why "abbreviated" is such a long word?
...why doctors call what they do "practice"?
...why you have to click on "Start" to stop Windows 98?
...why lemon juice is made with artificial flavor, while dishwashing
liquid is made with real lemons?
...why the man who invests all your money is called a broker?
...why there isn't mouse-flavored cat food?
...who tastes dog food when it has a "new & improved" flavor?
...why Noah didn't swat those two mosquitoes?
...why they sterilize the needle for lethal injections?
...why they don't make the whole plane out of the material used for the
indestructible black box ?
...why sheep don't shrink when it rains?
....why they are called apartments when they are all stuck together?
...if con is the opposite of pro, is Congress the opposite of progress?
...why they call the airport "the terminal" if flying is so safe?
Here are some actual label instructions on consumer goods.
On a Sears hairdryer: Do not use while sleeping. (and that's the only
time I have to work on my hair).
On a bag of Fritos: ..You could be a winner! No purchase necessary.
details inside. (the shoplifter special)?
On a bar of Dial soap: "Directions: Use like regular soap." (and that
would be how???....)
On some Swanson frozen dinners: "Serving suggestion: Defrost." (but,
it's "just" a suggestion).
On Tesco's Tiramisu dessert (printed on bottom): "Do not turn upside
down."(well...duh, a bit late, huh)!
On Marks & Spencer Bread Pudding: "Product will be hot after heating."
(...and you thought????...)
On packaging for a Rowenta iron: "Do not iron clothes on body." (but
wouldn't this save me more time?)
On Boot's Children Cough Medicine:"Do not drive a car or operate
machinery after taking this medication." (We could do a lot to reduce the rate of construction accidents if we could just get those 5-year-olds with head-colds off those forklifts.)
On Nytol Sleep Aid: "Warning: May cause drowsiness." (and...I'm taking
this because???....)
On most brands of Christmas lights: "For indoor or outdoor use only."
(as opposed to...what?)
On a Japanese food processor: "Not to be used for the other use." (now,
somebody out there, help me on this. I'm a bit curious.)
On Sunsbury's peanuts: "Warning: contains nuts." (talk about a news
flash)
On an American Airlines packet of nuts: "Instructions: Open packet, eat
nuts." (Step 3: maybe, uh...fly Delta?)
On a child's superman costume: "Wearing of this garment does not enable
you to fly." I don't blame the company. I blame the parents for
this one
Hi Diane-
I don't know much about Sisterlocks, but I believe that since your hair is already natural, you should be able to use a lock gel such as Jamaican Mango and Lime, and then just palmroll your hair. Of course it wouldn't lock overnight--most locking methods take time.
Tobi
"dianejmartin@..." <dianejmartin@...
Hello,
Speaking of locs, can someone please help me with this? I was having a conversation with two women, one of them have long locs and the other is transitioning and considering locking. I actually walked into their conversation when the locked woman was telling the other that she would have to cut her hair real short in order to get starter locs. I told the locked woman that I really want sister locs and she told me that my hair is too long to initiate the process and that I would have to cut it down. Now, mind you, my hair is fully natural (no relaxer at all) and is about 9 inches. I am finding it hard to believe that I would have to cut it (I think it's short enough as it is!)in order to lock it when it's all natural to begin with. Does this make any sense?!
Diane
There is to be no crown without first a cross**Lk9:23
I've had sister locs (large ones) for one year. I'am concerned about the stress sister locs put on hair. Also, sister locs seem to take much longer to lock than palm rolling. Can a person succesfully change over and how? I'm in the beginning stages of teenge locs.
TRY SHEA BUTTER OR CARROT CREAM AT NIGHT BEFORE YOU GO TO BED, LET US KNOW
Hi everyone, I have noticed that my locs feel so dry. Any suggestions on how or what I should use to maintain moisture. Spraying on water as my friend suggested just makes them feel drier?
Mary
Have you ever tried twisting it. I wear my hair in 2 strand twists, sometimes very small and sometimes pretty large. Right now I'm wearing about 20 very thick twists (about the size of 2 fingers). Sometimes I wear them smaller, about the size of a pencil. It's pretty easy to do and it lets my scalp relax from having individual plaits and cornrows, which tend to be tighter. best wishes.
Tamara
Be a blessing to someone and you will be blessed
[INLINE] Tamara Gaskins Prosper
I like a product by Aveda called pomade humectant. Its a little pricy but a little goes a long way. You can always return it for a full refund if you don't like it.
Peace and Blessings,
Crystal in Philly
I don't know if you've received this email, before, but I thought I would share.
These are funny statements sure to put a smile on any face..
EVER WONDER...
...why the sun lightens our hair, but darkens our skin?
...why women can't put on mascara with their mouth closed?
...why you don't ever see the headline "Psychic Wins Lottery"?
...why "abbreviated" is such a long word?
...why doctors call what they do "practice"?
...why you have to click on "Start" to stop Windows 98?
...why lemon juice is made with artificial flavor, while dishwashing
liquid is made with real lemons?
...why the man who invests all your money is called a broker?
...why there isn't mouse-flavored cat food?
...who tastes dog food when it has a "new & improved" flavor?
...why Noah didn't swat those two mosquitoes?
...why they sterilize the needle for lethal injections?
...why they don't make the whole plane out of the material used for the
indestructible black box ?
...why sheep don't shrink when it rains?
....why they are called apartments when they are all stuck together?
...if con is the opposite of pro, is Congress the opposite of progress?
...why they call the airport "the terminal" if flying is so safe?
Here are some actual label instructions on consumer goods.
On a Sears hairdryer: Do not use while sleeping. (and that's the only
time I have to work on my hair).
On a bag of Fritos: ..You could be a winner! No purchase necessary.
details inside. (the shoplifter special)?
On a bar of Dial soap: "Directions: Use like regular soap." (and that
would be how???....)
On some Swanson frozen dinners: "Serving suggestion: Defrost." (but,
it's "just" a suggestion).
On Tesco's Tiramisu dessert (printed on bottom): "Do not turn upside
down."(well...duh, a bit late, huh)!
On Marks & Spencer Bread Pudding: "Product will be hot after heating."
(...and you thought????...)
On packaging for a Rowenta iron: "Do not iron clothes on body." (but
wouldn't this save me more time?)
On Boot's Children Cough Medicine:"Do not drive a car or operate
machinery after taking this medication." (We could do a lot to reduce the rate
of construction accidents if we could just get those 5-year-olds with head-colds
off those forklifts.)
On Nytol Sleep Aid: "Warning: May cause drowsiness." (and...I'm taking
this because???....)
On most brands of Christmas lights: "For indoor or outdoor use only."
(as opposed to...what?)
On a Japanese food processor: "Not to be used for the other use." (now,
somebody out there, help me on this. I'm a bit curious.)
On Sunsbury's peanuts: "Warning: contains nuts." (talk about a news
flash)
On an American Airlines packet of nuts: "Instructions: Open packet, eat
nuts." (Step 3: maybe, uh...fly Delta?)
On a child's superman costume: "Wearing of this garment does not enable
you to fly." I don't blame the company. I blame the parents for
this one
Hello,
Speaking of locs, can someone please help me with this? I was having a
conversation with two women, one of them have long locs and the other is
transitioning and considering locking. I actually walked into their conversation
when the locked woman was telling the other that she would have to cut her hair
real short in order to get starter locs. I told the locked woman that I really
want sister locs and she told me that my hair is too long to initiate the
process and that I would have to cut it down. Now, mind you, my hair is fully
natural (no relaxer at all) and is about 9 inches. I am finding it hard to
believe that I would have to cut it (I think it's short enough as it is!)in
order to lock it when it's all natural to begin with. Does this make any sense?!
Diane
There is to be no crown without first a cross**Lk9:23
Hi everyone, I have noticed that my locs feel so dry. Any suggestions on how or what I should use to maintain moisture. Spraying on water as my friend suggested just makes them feel drier?
Mary
Welcome to the group! Although, I don't know your name.
How far are you from the Trenton stop. Are you by the NJ transit bus or subway
or the Path train? Can you email me your number so that I can call and get more
info from you? my address is dianejmartin@.... Thx!
Diane
There is to be no crown without first a cross**Lk9:23
Congratulations on your decision to go natural. The basic products needed is a
clarifying shampoo that is ph balanced to the scalp to help remove build up.
Follow-up with a shampoo ph balanced to the scalp to help clean the hair and add
moisture. A leave in conditioner. A moisture plus product to raise the
moisture content in the hair. There is a great website www.lisaakbari.com.
Lisa is a certified trichologist, and she does scalp analysis, with her analysis
she tells you the condition of your hair and reccommends a program/products for
you specific hair needs. Go to her website it is great! If you are ever in
Georgia, and need a Natural Hair Stylist, give me a call.
www.naturalbeautyboutique.com. Wanda. Thanks!
Yvette,
My name is Wanda, I am from Portland, Oregon. I currently live in Duluth, Ga.
I am a certified Sisterlock Consultant, and Natural Hair Stylist. Your locks
are currently in the developmental stage, and it is very important what you do
to your hair during this time. Any coloring process will interfere with the
locking process, and will cause slippage which can lead to bunching. The best
thing to do, is to wait until your locks are more mature before coloring. If
you decide to color anyway go to a professional colorist that is familar with
natural hair. Request a color without peroxide or amonia that perserves more of
the integrity of the hair. In addition, after you get the color get your
maintenance done right away to correct any slippage that may have occured with
your locks. Best wishes!
Welcome Tansby! I looked at your pics of fotki, and your hair looks
great... nice and neat. You are off to a great start. Good luck
finding a loctician in Alaska, and even if you don't I am sure your
hair would still look fabulous.
Take care and again, Welcome.
Victoria.
My name is Yvette
No screen name
I live in Portland,Oregon
I have Sisterlocks
My hair has been natural for a year
My hair is 3-4 inches long
My favorite hairstyles are twists,afros,locks
My struggle : waiting for my locks to mature and finding a hair color product that won't interfere with the locking process
I'm natural for life. I have always loved natural hair and after watching my grandmother,mother and aunts hair become VERY THIN I was convinced natural is the way to go!
Greetings
I am new to the group and I wanted to let everyone know that I just opened a natural hair salon in Trenton NJ "Truly Natural Hair" 1143 Prospect St. Trenton, NJ 08638. If anyone is in the area stop by and see us.
im victory. ive been natural for 2yrs. i am getting it
locd friday. i am very excited. i dont have any color
in yet. any suggestions?
Yes,
I am located at 3500 Gwinnett pl dr, Duluth, Ga. (Near Gwinnett Mall) I can be
reached on (770) 931-5755. You may visit my website @
www.naturalbeautyboutique.com.
Hey guys I am also a new member to this group and went natural three months ago and lovin every minute of it. My hair is about an inch long a I find it hard to be quite creative with my styling techniques. I was wondering if any body had any suggestions and any websites that specified in the care, maintenance, and style techniques of short natural hair. Also my friend told me that Creme Of Nature has a coloring product that is gental for natural hair. I was thinking about dying my hair but was afraid of the harsh chemicals used in dyes. If someone knows anything about this product or any product claiming to do the same please let me know I am dyeing ( no pun intended) for a new look [INLINE]
Hi Tansby--
Welcome to the group! I viewed your pictures--you are doing a great job with your hair. I don't know of anyone in Alaska--I actually live near Chicago.
Hopefully you'll be able to find someone, but really, you are already off to a good start with your locks.
Tobi
tansby83 <tansby83@...
Hi I'm Tansby. I'm new to this group and just wanted to introduce
myself. Orginally from New Orleans but currently live in Anchorage,
Alaska. I've been locing for 4 months and looking for a loctician here
in Alaska(it never hurts to get a professional opinion). My comb coils
were started in N.O. by a loctician and a week later I had to leave
for Alaska. So its just been me twisting my hair and I'm finally
getting the hang of it. I'm looking forward to meeting other loc
wearers and sharing my journey.
My album can be seen at http://public.fotki.com/tansby/ feel free to
leave comments.
Later Tansby
Look for hairsytlist locator. If you are ever in Atlanta, I am a natural hair
stylist @ Natural Beauty Boutique. Call Wanda (770( 931-5755. Good luck!
Hi I'm Tansby. I'm new to this group and just wanted to introduce
myself. Orginally from New Orleans but currently live in Anchorage,
Alaska. I've been locing for 4 months and looking for a loctician here
in Alaska(it never hurts to get a professional opinion). My comb coils
were started in N.O. by a loctician and a week later I had to leave
for Alaska. So its just been me twisting my hair and I'm finally
getting the hang of it. I'm looking forward to meeting other loc
wearers and sharing my journey.
My album can be seen at http://public.fotki.com/tansby/ feel free to
leave comments.
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Greetings Happily Natural Sistahs and Brothas,
I am fairly new to the site, but I have been natural for 4+ years. I am at the stage where I have decided that I want to lock my hair up, but I am going to wait until I graduate from college. I will be embarking on a new journey. I look at locking my hair as another aspect of my spiritual evolution into self. However, I am still rock the natural fro or what you call my fro. See my hair is very wavy, think Freddie from A Different World or Joan from Girlfriends type. But, I love it till death because it is 100% natural. I have been using all natural products; olive oil everything. But, I would like to know what are some other products you would suggest me to use? Also. styling. I wash my hair, condition, comb through, braid, and release it. Braiding it every night. I would like to know if their where any other healthier or easier ways that I could style my hair? Therefore, I am asking questions on products and styling. It would be of great help. Thanks in advance. Stay Nappy!
What exactly is Emu Oil? Is it oil from the flightless bird (similar
to an ostrich)?
It isn't all that obvious to me! Jojoba oil comes from the Jojoba tree
as I'm assuming that cocunut oil derives from either the tree or fruit.
Lorée
Hey everyone, let me 1st say that i am so glad i found this group.
there is lots of great info being passed around. also the spiritual
aspect can not be ignored. i actually went back to the 1st message to
start reading from there and have gotten lots of great info by doing
so. i have yet to see this question come up so here goes: i have hair
that is several inches past my shoulder. i am a very plain person and
dont experiment much with hairstyles. i really love the kinky twists,
but have never seen anyone with long hair that has them. does anyone
know of a website that has pictures of long twists or another option i
can do with my hair. i have grown my natural hair to about 1/3 of my
total length and need some serious help, lol. thanks! oh, i am also
gonna try to totally transition without the big chop!
Hi Diane,
I have used Enu Oil.I found that it made my hair softer and easy for me to
comb,I had a problem with my hair breaking since using the oil I have
noticed that the breaking has stopped after 6 months. I steam my hair with
the oil and apply a little on my hair when styling my hair ( afro, twist,
etc).
I hope this helped you....
Queenie from Canada
There is a wonderful website called: afrohair.com. It is a website that
promotes quality haircare. Stylist can list there anywhere in 50 states and 18
countries. It is good for someone who is looking a stylist as well.
www.afrohair.com. Look for stylist locator.
Hi everyone,
I am a new member to this group, and i will be answering the questions in the new member survey:
What's your screen name? dizexhaled
City/State? philly, pa
Loose, loced, or transitioning? transitioning
How long has your hair been like it is? ive been transitioning since april or may of this year
How long is your hair? my hair is a couple inches past my shoulder
What are your 3 favorite products? i am actually looking into what products I should be using since i am trasitioning, but what i have used in the past and continue to use are: elasta qp conditioning glaze, deep brilliance reflect & dudleys hair/scalp conditioner. i will probably not be using these for much longer.
What are your 3 favorite styles? Wrap, pulled back in a ponytail (natural) & braid set.
Do you style your hair at home, or go to a salon? salon but as i am transitioning, i think i may need to look for a natural hair care salon. my stylist is very supportive of growing my perm out. she actually recommended it and helps me stay the course, but most of the styles that are done at the salon involve straightening the hair and i think i want to try something else.
If you go to a salon, which one? unique appeal, 58th & market st in philly. Love them bunches!!!
What is/has been your toughest hair struggle, physical or mental? well a little history on me. i have been getting perms since i was 13, i am now 32. the only hairstyle i have ever really done was getting a wrap. i know just about nothing about taking care of my hair. my biggest struggle is understanding that i have to accept my hair as it is. i still get my hair done and still get the straight styles so that i can wrap my hair, but as soon as i workout, my natural hair is curling back. i have days where i just want to pick up the phone and get my stylist to put a perm in my hair. i miss running my fingers through my hair. but something i never expected to come out of this transition was that i would be anxious to see what my natural hair looks like. ive been doing a lot of reading on a lot of sites and i really want to give myself the opportunity to "find myself". it is hard to walk into work and have your friend say "what is going on with your hair", but at the
same time, i know i have to go through being an ugly duckling before i blossom into a naturally beautiful swan! i am having a hard time just "dealing" with my hair on a day to day basis, as i feel that i am starting from scratch. but the more i learn and practice the better i will get. i am also looking into braid or twist styles to help through this awkward stage, but it is hard to find anything fun, because of the length of my natural hair. i am not ready for the big chop so this is another one of my struggles. sorry for the long reply!
Are you natural for life? Why or why not? at this point i dont know if i will be natural for life although the more i am learning about my hair, the more i am leaning towards staying natural.
Shelia, I would like your recipe for Tahini shakes and where I could
purchase almond milk. I do not care for white milk and this may be a
welcome alternative.
Thanks.
Hi Shelia--
I think your hair is so much softer because before it was probably damaged from the relaxer. Harsh chemical processes damage the cuticle of the hair, and makes the hair unruly and unmanageable.
I don't know if this is true for you, but I know a couple of women who had perms since they were children, and as adults, once they got rid of the perm, they didn't know they had such beautiful hair to begin with.
And I do believe that eating right and using natural products will cause your hair to grow in healthier.
Tobi
Shelia Edwards <sheliaedwards2003@...
I have been transitioning since January 2005. I did a semi-chop March (from top of shoulder length hair to bottom of my ear; a semi-chop around July 2005 to the left over perm in my hair. For some reason, the more I cut out the permed ends, the more permed ends seemed to reappear. In July, I had to cut my hair for about everyday for a week or two. I finally have gotten down to my natural hair, and I love it. It is strange that when I had a relaxer, my roots seemed so tangled and hard to comb compared to the dry, falling, straw-feeling relaxed hair. Now that I am natural, my hair is softer, wavy at the roots in the front, curly in the back, and coarse in the top (with a sparse area growing back healthy from PCOS combined with chemical damage), and very coarse and kinky on the two front sides. (PCOS is an endocrine system disorder where you have a chemical imbalance with a high level of male androgens (testosterone), that makes you have a thinning area in the top of your
head). Can someone tell me why your hair feels so hard and bad when using a relaxer and when you go natural, your hair is softer, manageble, strong, healthy, no shedding, and more elastic? When I had a relaxer, I thought I had the worst and hardest hair in history. My hair is growing back fast and healthy and so soft and beautiful.
I have found that when I eat healthy and exercise my hair grows the fastest. It seems as if my hair has taken a life of its own, and the texture is improved because I have cut out dairy; I use tahini shakes and almond milk for protein and calcium. I try to eat more organic and raw foods when possible. I am cutting back on meats, processed foods, and junk. I have also found that when I use my own homemade products my hair is softer as opposed to store bought products. I use organic coconut oil and unrefined shea butter to soften my hair after conditioning washing, and my hair just turns so soft and manageable. I try to use cholesterol and Ms. Helena's jojoba oil under a silver conditioning cap or a plastic shower cap with a towel wrapped around it once a week. (This cuts shedding down to zilch). I found a liquid cholesterol from lustrasilk that I like. When I shampoo, I like to use Creme of Nature or Pantene for ethnic hair and their conditioner. These products leave my hair
so soft and moisturized. I also try to use natural products on my skin. I use coconut oil and shea butter as skin moisturizers also, along with natural soaps and other natural products. Has anyone else found that simple homemade products that you make your self work better than store bought products?
***PEACE AND BLESSINGS***
NOW I WANT A STRAW SET, BUT DO I HAVE TO SIT UNDER THE DRYER? I HATE THE DRYER. CAN THE HAIR AIR DRY AND STILL LOOK GOOD? LET ME KNOW, THANKS
KEEZA
One important thing I forgot to mention:Use metal clips at the root. You can clip 2 straws per clip. This holds the curls tight and the gel keeps the wet hair stuck to the straw and keeps the ends from getting frizzy.
My hair is about shoulder length when straight. It takes my about 90 mins to complete the job.
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****PEACE AND BLESSINGS****
ALSO DOES ANYONE KNOW OF A PLACE THAT I CAN GO TO IN DALLAS THAT DOES A STRAW SET FOR NATURAL HAIR. LET ME KNOW, THANKS
KEEZA
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myriam muhammad <myriammuhammad@...
Loree,
Actually, a straw set is possible with natural hair -it comes out beautiful. In fact, it's a great transitional style; the varying texture of your roots and ends will be masked by the tight curls. At least for the