On the Couch - CurlyNikki

Jan 27

A PSA for the Long Term Transitioners

By CURLYNIKKI Curly Nikki 26 Comments

Michelle writes: It' Michelle from Chicago! I shared my Transition story on CurlyNikki in May of 2011. Big news! August 2012 will mark my one year anniversary of finishing my transition to natural! Your site has helped me so much! I can’t thank you enough. I'm so happy I made the decision to go natural (and transition long term). I…

Dec 18

A Natural Hair Story- On the Couch with Tammy

By CURLYNIKKI Curly Nikki 10 Comments

What An Accidental Hair Cut Taught Me About Self Esteem – A Natural Hair Story by Tammy Goodson of CurlyChics Growing up I was never a standout beauty. With odd facial features and short stature, I was teased a lot as a little girl. Many kids experienced teasing and strikes at their still growing self- esteem during their grade…

Jan 27

Raven’s Naturally Glamorous!

By CURLYNIKKI Curly Nikki 26 Comments

Meet Raven (aka Ray)... a rising senior majoring in Biology and current Charleston, SC resident. She plans to get her masters in Physical Therapy upon graduation. She loves all things music and natural hair. How long have you been natural? The infamous question! On August 3, 2012 I will be 2 years natural! I did not transition, I have very…

Sep 11

I Hate My Hair.

By CURLYNIKKI Curly Nikki 97 Comments

…by Susan Walker of Earthtones Naturals via ThreeNaturals I’ve been natural for almost 3 years and after I did the Big Chop I rocked wash n’ gos. They were my go to style. They were easy, the curls were coming out in full force and I loved the style. As my hair grew, the product I used for my wash…

Jan 27

Access Denied

By CURLYNIKKI Curly Nikki 133 Comments

By Andrea Dawn This past weekend I had an unsettling experience that I’m trying to make sense of. I thought that sharing the story and hearing your feedback might help me put it in perspective. I was having a great time shopping in an urban neighborhood known for its hip, bohemian shops, vintage clothing stores, indie cafes and culturally…