Trimming - CurlyNikki

Sep 21

For Girls with 4C Hair when their Love for Coils Ain’t Enough: Trimming

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by Jamilla via AroundTheWayCurls I used to run from them as a child. I mean, make a b-line for the closest vacancy or excuse to change the subject. As soon as someone tried to s-p-e-l-l the word I would immediately remember the homework I needed to finish or the laundry I just had to do. Trims, man. I do not…

Sep 21

What to do When Your Natural Hair Won’t Let You Be Great…

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@BaronessCountess by Kanisha Parks of BlackNaps.org We’ve all been there: you set out to execute a flawless style, you have the perfect combination of products and the best tools, you make preparations regarding how much drying time you’ll need, etc., and yet- the style just doesn’t turn out right. Other times, your hair seems like it just wants to behave…

Sep 21

How to Give Yourself a Deva Cut- Natural Hair Care

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The hair scissors Nik uses for trims and search & destorys by Christina Patrice By far, the best decision I ever made in my natural hair journey was to have my chop turned into a Deva Cut at the end of my transition. Not only was there a tremendous amount of care put into cutting my hair curl-by-curl, the resulting…

Sep 21

4 Signs That it’s Time For a Trim!

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by Toia B of luvtobnatural.com I totally get why many shy away from trimming. Hair shrinkage coupled with the fear of scissor-happy stylists make some naturals run the other way. When you’ve worked hard to achieve and maintain some length, you’re not tryna hear nothin’ bout no trim! While quite a few naturals shudder at the sound of a pair…

Sep 21

Cutting Your Natural Hair- How Frequently?

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by Janelle Sands There is so much controversy surrounding the need to cut or not to cut. In my experience as a woman and my experience as a professional hairdresser, I believe the appropriate time to trim one's hair is based on the individual. Some factors that affect the frequency of your trim include: 1. Your hair's current state of health…