Delawn kept it really real, y'all. I'm sure her story is as relatable as it is inspiring! Enjoy! Delawn writes: “You need it for manageability.” My mother told me one summer day as we prepared for our family reunion. You see, I am the third of five girls and extremely tender headed, extremely, so I understand my mother’s frustration with…
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by Shelli of Hairscapades Who are you and from where do you hail? Hi! I’m Rella J. I was born and raised in London, England, but both my parents are Nigerian. I am a singer/songwriter/musician/university student/natural hair lover What do you like most about your homeland? I am a very proud Londoner. Mostly, I love the diversity. I have truly…
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Eicalad achieved some massive growth in her 2 + years of natural hair growing. Check her out! "After being inspired by so many YouTubers, I decided to create a slide show of pics I have taken along the way. I am excited to post this video as I have taken these pictures with hopes of being able to see my…
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How long have you been natural? I’ve been natural since June 2010—2.5yrs Did you transition or big chop? I transitioned for 24 long months. I measured my hair at 12 inches, and assumed my growth rate was one ½ inch/month; so, that’s how I set my goal. I trimmed away the remaining relaxed ends June 2010. I wanted to maintain…
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