So, you guys are fully aware that I’m natural and have undergone a long process of learning to love my kinks. I wouldn’t call myself a connoisseur of protective styles, although I love them and typically use one about once or …
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Grow Healthy Type 4 Hair
This past week was my second nappiversary — the anniversary of my big chop! Two years of being fully natural. While 2015 was the year of the Crochet Braids, 2016 was the year of the Marley Twists. I’m hoping this …
Why Crochet Braids Are Poppin
Before I returned to my natural hair I thought it was strange that so many girls would choose to go natural and then cover their hair with wigs, weaves, braids and the like. It seemed so pointless—why chop off all your …
Celebrating My First Nappiversary!
Tomorrow is one year since I big chopped! I can’t believe that much time has passed since I stood in my dorm room and took scissors to my stringy locks. While the experience was completely exhilarating and freeing (some type …
14 Things That Happen When You Go Natural
No, I did not cut my hair. It’s called shrinkage, which is a sign of healthy hair. I can wear my hair in a million ways per week. Get at me.
Real Roots
The very hair growing from my head suddenly didn't feel like my own, it felt very much like an imposter, and I didn't like it. I looked at natural women and their hair was beautiful and healthy. I didn't want …
