I was very scared of what my boyfriend would think but when he saw me he rubbed my head and told me I was beautiful. That’s when I decided not to put any more relaxers in my hair. Looking back, it was hard. I shaved my head because I felt I had to, not because I wanted to. But I’m glad I did. For the first time I feel like I’m not hiding behind my hair and I’m actually forced to learn how to take care of it. I always thought I had “bad hair” Now I know it’s just hair.
Not really. I’ve always worn make up. I’ve always joked with people that I would work for eyeshadow if I could. I do make sure to at least wear earrings when I leave the house. I was worried that people would think that I look like a man, but who would think that? And if someone wants to believe that, then there’s really not much I can do to stop them.
CN: If so, what are your favorite accessories, or go to ways to glam up your look?
Right now I’ve been rocking headbands and satin flowers. I learned how to make the flowers from a posting I saw on CN! For me it’s all about the eye shadow….the brighter the better! I’m also a fan of jewelery. I love big earrings, chunky necklaces and bracelets. Plus when I cut my hair it gave me an excuse to go shopping for new clothes that matched my new attitude!
CN: How do you keep your TWA moisturized?
I’ve been using Kinky Curly Knot Today as my leave in and so far it’s been good to me. I’m always open to finding new products. So any suggestions would be awesome!!! I DC at least once a week. When I do DC, I usually just mix in some honey with whatever conditioner I choose. Since I live in Colorado (very dry) keeping my hair moisturized is one of my top priorities.
CN: What products and techniques do you use to style? How often do you style?
I’ve been trying to use the Curly Girl Method. I use Aubrey Organics White Camellia Shampoo and Conditioner. I also Co-Wash with Giovanni Smooth As Silk Conditioner. Right now because I have a TWA I co wash every morning. I use Kinky Curly Knot Today as my leave in and Kinky Curly Curling Custard as my styling gel. I seal my hair with either Jojoba oil or grape seed oil. I haven’t figured out what to do with my hair at night yet. I’m thinking about trying Kimmaytube’s Leave In conditioner at night. I tried using aloe vera gel, but my hair didn’t like that much at all. I’m always feeding in to my growing PJism and looking for different products to try. I also have tried a cinnamon and honey mixture on my hair to lighten it for the summer. I figure that since I’m new to natural hair I need to find out what works for me right???
LOVE the color! And your boyfriend is such a sweetie! I'm always too worried about what men will think about my hair.
Debbie from Tyler, Tx — Honey, the Scripture says that Jesus' hair was "white like wool". It was not a reference to the texture of his hair.
Hi my name is Debbie from Tyler, Texas an i am being delivered from the no-lye chemical relaxer. I just Googled the Natural Hairstlye site and i am encouraged from everyones stories.My only fear is what the Christians will think.Jesus hair was like lambs wool and i want to embrace my True Texture so ooh well they talked about Jesus.I'm going to be Happy Nappy i only have 1 Life.
I think your hair looks wonderful and I'm actually starting to see more women take to this style.
Juliette Samuel
Congrats on your bc! Praying the strength of both you and your mother.
Also to anyone that uses Kinky CUrling Custard/Knot Today products they will be coming to select Target Stores so go to the website, and they have the location of the states listed for which Target they are selling.
Your hair looks good, and congrats on being natural. Also to anyone that uses Kinky CUrling Custard/Knot Today products they will be coming to select Target Stores so go to the website, and they have the location of the states listed for which Target they are selling.
You go girl! I'm loving that pink! and KUDOS to you patching things up with your Mommy!
Your story is truly beautiful and so are you. My prayers to you and your mom….Strut your stuff Red.
I never comment but I had to say hey to a fellow red head 🙂
All the Best,
J
Your story is like mine! Alopecia areata struck during a stressful time in my life and I big chopped to get rid of one of the stressors – relaxer damaged hair.
My alopecia spots did return after my dermatologist treated them with triamcinolone injections; but now with my fuller natural hair, it's been relatively easy to conceal the thin spots.
I'm loving the KKKT and KKCC too!
I applaud your beauty and courage, and I wish you and yours the very best!
hey red!! so glad to see ur story and a very touchin one i might add. more importantly im glad to see u make up with ur mom, u only get one! look fwd to following ur thread and keep the pj-ism under control. u are looking goooorgeous and im LOVIN the red.
smooches
nubienatty