Photo by Josue Ladoo Pelegrin on Unsplash Thinking “It’s Time to Change My Hairstyle”? 4 Wonderful Benefits of A Fresh Look! By Jacqueline Samaroo Are you thinking “It’s time to change my hairstyle” but you are stuck on actually doing it? Maybe you have a totally different look in mind but you’re afraid of taking the plunge. Or, are you…
by Tiffani Greenaway of MyMommyVents.com We all remember the excitement that came with the big chop. How am I going to look? After scrolling through the ‘gram and watching dozens of YouTube videos, you chop off your permed ends, revealing a teeny, weeny, afro. Now what? After the first few weeks, a TWA can get, well…boring. It’s too short for…
Hola Chicas! Many naturals, at some point in time, have rocked a TWA, which is short for “teeny weeny afro.” For most, the image of someone following the Big Chop is what comes to mind when they think about a TWA. But when is a TWA no longer a TWA? Read More!>>> Simply put, a TWA’s length can range from…
by Emilia Obiekea of Adorebotanicals.com Rocking short hair with thinning or balding edges has been a hindrance for many ladies, especially when going natural. It is always easier to hide them with longer hair styles. This can be caused by tension, health issues or hereditary. Below, I’m sharing tips on stimulating growth in those problem areas and how to camouflage…
The sponge method is the perfect refresher method that literally takes 5 minutes to do. It’s used for short hair and TWA’s, but can probably be used for any sized afro if you’re looking for some definition. It helps get rid of frizz and gives your TWA some defined coils. You can get these sponges at any auto store, Walmart,…
@arispella by Sabrina Perkins of SeriouslyNatural.org The TWA or Teeny Weenie Afro is more than just the beginning of one’s natural hair journey. It is a style all on its own. It can be dressed up or down– fro’ed out, sponge curled, finger coiled, twisted or you can just rock your natural curls! The style choices for TWAs are only…
by Jascmeen Bush of Jascmeen.com Every stage of the natural hair journey has its challenges. When I was transitioning I was bound to braids and buns. When I had my TWA I thought I had to wear huge earrings every day to keep from looking boyish. Now I’m firmly planted in the awkward stage and I’ve got a whole new…
Watch as TheNaturalChica123 preps her hair for a fierce wash and go using a few basic tools and products! Watch Now!>>>
by Devri Velazquez A new category of hair styling tool has emerged. It has been seen at stores like Michael’s, local beauty supplies, Amazon, and more. Type 4 naturals everywhere have been able to achieve defined twists–and even start dreads–with this innovative hair sponge, also sometimes called a twist or loc sponge. What makes it so different from a regular…
from CN’s interview with Chrisette Michele By: Chelsea Satine of BlackNaps.org When I first went natural, I thought my TWA was the worst thing in the world. I only rocked protective hairstyles in hopes of growing out my hair. Instead, using protective hair styles turned out to be the easiest way to neglect my hair. After realizing the damage, I…
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