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Myths, Facts, or Opinions??

Posted on January 8, 2013 at 9:25 AM Comments comments (0)

Okay, so lately I have been watching more YT videos! I have been listening to a lot of people's methods and what their idea of what is BEST - what you SHOULD do and SHOULD NOT! 

*Those that are new to the natural journey can easily be misled...this is what makes me upset and confused! I, myself, am new to being natural and have gathered information from several people, including professionals, to begin my own regimen...now I am reevaluating it to be certain that I have the best ...

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DIY Projects : Challenge

Posted on January 4, 2013 at 11:15 AM Comments comments (0)

Make your experience fun............BUT most importantly save money and make your OWN products!

The advantage of making your own gels, conditioners, or moisturizers - YOU CONTROL THE PRODUCTS THAT ARE BEING APPLIED TO YOUR HAIR! This means that you can ensure only the products that promote healthy, growing hair is used! Do your research (PH levels, porosity of your hair, balancing products, etc...) to be certain that you are doing this correctly! *Trial-n-error*


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Braided updo with 2-strand twist

Posted on December 10, 2012 at 2:45 PM Comments comments (0)

 

  • First, I started by separating my hair in 2 sections.(Leaving a bang area up top for the 2 strand twist)
  • Then I braided each section so that it would all meet in the middle [as pictured 
  • below]

 



 

  • Next, I connected the loose braids by twisting them upward. I pinned the hair that was left, so that it would not be see...
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1 YEAR TRANSITIONING: What I've Learned

Posted on November 13, 2012 at 10:40 AM Comments comments (0)


RECAP:

October 28, 2011, I decided to embark on a new journey. I decided that I would no longer apply relaxers onto my hair. It was a hard decision, not because I would miss the relaxers - but because I was afraid of the result and even more other's opinion...

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Different is the New Norm

Posted on September 28, 2012 at 8:30 AM Comments comments (0)

 

 


Define

dif•fer•ent   [dif-er-uhnt, dif-ruhnt] Show IPA

adjective

1.

not alike in character or quality; differing; dissimilar: The two are different.

2.

not identical; separate or distinct: three different answer...

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Comfortable = Lazy ??

Posted on August 29, 2012 at 2:55 PM Comments comments (0)

 Sometimes in our natural journey –we become too comfortable. This can be a good thing, but can be bad just as easily. This comfort can make us lazy. How, you ask? Well, do you find yourself finding workarounds to styling your hair that makes it easier/faster?

 Good workaround: Scenario 1

~Not messing with the curls from the twist-out- but instead make them last another night. First I will apply some leave in or type of oil before wrapping my hair in a...

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Just tips....

Posted on August 13, 2012 at 9:10 AM Comments comments (0)

1. Hats, Scarfs, Wigs

  • These are great protective styles, but remember to wear some type of silk material (scarf) beneath either of those to retain the moisture from our hair. Cotton and other materials seem to soak moisture out, and we NEED to keep as much moisture in our hair ladies!


2. Gels & Jams

  • Yes, it may be a little harder to hold those edges down - but don't pile the gel or jam on your hair! If you do use gel/jam just try to put enough...
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Tips...Tips..and More Tips!

Posted on August 10, 2012 at 8:35 AM Comments comments (0)

This post will consist mostly of links to videos or other blog posts that I have found interesting and helpful! I like to research and I do not like to take ownership of others work - so I have inserted other Natural Divas that have very good information just for YOU!


Carols Daughter has been my main source of information!

HOW TO MANAGE HAIR AFTER A BIG CHOP: http://www.transitioningmovement.com/Default.aspx?CN=B4293DB58ABD

TIPS ON HOW TO KEEP HA...

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Style Tips #2

Posted on August 5, 2012 at 2:35 PM Comments comments (0)

Transitioning:

~It can be hard to blend the two strands (relaxed and natural), but there are many great styles for those transitioning.

2-strand twists (twist out) Twists/out

Flat twists (twist out)

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Styling Tips #1

Posted on August 1, 2012 at 6:05 PM Comments comments (0)


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