I see it. I try it. That simple.So when I saw Solange’s box braid style… I absolutely HAD to try it. Although it wasn’t a complete fail, I do admit that I could have done a better job. This was however my first attempt so I am very proud. I kept them in for two and a half weeks. There was no way they would have stayed longer considering the fact that my hair was literally overriding the weave.To maintain I used:African Braid Spray—Kept both my hair and braids soft (twice a day)Oyin Handmade’s Juices And Berries Leave-in In Conditioner (every morning)Castor OilKarens Body Beautiful Ambrosia— only once a week… You can dilute with water in a spray bottle to moisturize Next time I am going for the poetic justice look as well although they are similar…. I will leave this up to the professionals to make better use of the style period.
Today curly nikki had a blog post that listed the “criteria” for being obsessed with you natural hair. I couldn’t even get through to the last thing!I laughed so hard because it described me to a Tee! I mean to a T! I believe that most newly naturals might just be in the same predicament. But who’s to say that it isn’t natural. How do you match up?by Tammy of CurlyChics When the love of your natural hair crosses the line to Obsessionville, it may be time to reevaluate some things and reprioritize. The domination of one’s thoughts or feelings by a persistent idea, image, desire, etc. is the definition of obsession. Here are 7 signs that you are dangerously close: 1. You treat your hair like another human being You often refer to your coils as “her”, as if you are speaking about one of your friends and have even given them a name. “Mahogany and I are spending some quality time together this weekend”. 2. No conversation goes by without mention of your hair Your friends are apprehensive about even mentioning the word “hair” for fear that you will start on a natural hair tirade. You repeatedly chant India Arie’s “I Am Not My Hair” however; your afro almost always ends up being the topic of discussion. You turn something totally unrelated into a dialogue about natural hair. Your friend: “It’s raining outside” You: “I’m glad I’m natural, I don’t have to worry about rain” 3. You spend hour after hour perusing the Natural Hair blogs and Twitter Your entire day is centered around the latest and greatest products or hairstyles for natural hair. You find it difficult to focus at work until you’ve had your cup of joe and done your daily natural hair blog browsing and you can’t wait to get home to your laptop in the evenings to continue. 4. You are always giving unsolicited hair advice You are in line at Macy’s and overhear two ladies behind you talking about how damaged their hair is. You immediately turn around and start testifying about how healthy your hair is because you are natural. You then proceed to tell them that their hair will never be healthy until they make the decision to let go of the creamy crack. 5. You are like Chicago in the movie, “Poetic Justice”, walking around with your hair tool of choice so that at any given moment, you can whip it out and coif your mane. 6. You change your hairstyle several times throughout the day to showcase how versatile natural hair is.At least that’s the reasoning you give but the real reaosn is you just can’t keep your hands out of your hair nor your face out of the mirror. 7. You must publicly display your love for your natural hair by purchasing every natural hair t-shirt on the market. Nothing wrong with a dose of pride about your decision to live life as a naturalista, but too much of anything is never good. BTW, after writing this, I realize I described myself in this post.Source
I became very jealous hearing everyone in different states speaking about Natural Hair Conventions and meetups occurring in their hometowns. I just didn’t understand how women with Natural Hair all over except CT could get together and experience the joy of Natural Hair.Therefore I took action!!!I organized a little get together at Cosi’s restaurant in West Hartford where all the women in CT who could make it to the event attended. I met all sorts of beautiful women who loved their hair there. There were different ranges of hair types including those transitioning or thinking about transitioning!We talked about hair products our journey and shared tips. Although the group was pretty small, the love and energy exceeded the group size.I can’t wait for the next event in July!
Happy anniversary Taking a look back on the past… its been one year and I can truly say I don’t regret the decision I have made!!! I will most likely revisit the big chop video again later on but for now enjoy the montage =)
Do you ever get lazy like me and never want to deep condition on wet hair? Well last week i posted an article on how to deep condition on dry hair and now i have made my own video on how I do it. Please excuse my cracked head like face lol. You can view it here
Hola guys, if you are wondering what Tierra is, then I’ll tell ya!! Everytime I cover up Toni(my hair) in a protective style, i name the style. For instance my yarn briads were named “eve”!! SO this Crochet hair is called Tierra. Can you guess why? And I guess this hair looks too natural if i may say so myself because everyone seems to think its my own hair!! OWWWW!!
CIA EDWARDS
Christain Therapist. Trauma Coach, Author. Helping high-achieving women heal past pain, deepen connections and lead with peace
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