Natural in the City - CurlyNikki

Jul 12

Natural in the City with Kasalina

By CURLYNIKKI Curly Nikki 6 Comments

The lovely Melanie Hart...On her natural hair... My hair has a super tight coil, which means that it absorbs moisture easily, so I don't wash it that frequently. However, I like to change the style between washes, and this is an easy mid-wash way to go without product build-up. I start by moisturizing my scalp with Karen's Body Beautiful Sweet…

Jul 12

Natural in the City with Kasalina

By CURLYNIKKI Curly Nikki 4 Comments

The lovely JonaOn her hair today...I recently cut my hair into a curly afro style. I usually use curl activating gels and sprays. I let my hair air dry with conditioner most days. I love olive oil too!On the best thing about being natural...The best thing about being natural, is showing appreciation for what I was born with. Going natural…

Jul 12

Natural in the City With Kasalina

By CURLYNIKKI Curly Nikki 3 Comments

The Lovely Harlo HolmesOn her hair regimen...My hair routine is pretty straightforward-- I use 2 products everyday. I apply Olive Oil Organics Smooth-and-Hold Pudding to my roots after showering, and then Miss Jessie's Curly Pudding (which is a bit stickier) on the ends. I always air dry; I'm kind of a tomboy, I wouldn't knowhow to use a blow dryer…

Jul 12

Natural in the City With Kasalina

By CURLYNIKKI Curly Nikki 5 Comments

I photographed the wardrobe stylist Tisha Brown. She's a seasoned wardrobe stylist of 15-years in the entertainment industry who has worked with accomplished artists such as Alicia Keys, Usher, Mos Def, Pharrell Williams, Paula Patton as well as corporate clients MTV, L'Oreal, EA, Visa, ESPN and countless others.On today's hairstyle...My curl is natural so I just wash and go. I…

Jul 12

Natural in the City With Kasalina

By CURLYNIKKI Curly Nikki 3 Comments

I photographed Gabriela "Chuch" Rosario (left)and Ashley Williams (Right) on Broadway this past Friday. In an e-mail Gabriela said "the site seems dope! Delighted you caught us on the street!" On today's hairstyle...Chuch: Ojon restorative hair treatment, and conditionerAshley: Wash & Air Dry. Miss Jessie Curly Pudding & Miss Jessie Quick CurlOn the best thing about being natural...Chuch & Ashley:…