The Natural Hair Bandwagon

So natural hair is what seems to be the new "in" thing in the African American community. Along with stiletto nails and retro/throwback styles of course. But in this thought I ask how many of us are actually doing this to see results and have healthy hair. How many of us go into depth other than looking for products that will make our hair look like and do what other naturals' hair is doing. 

For those who have joined the bandwagon and are truly looking to have healthy, strong, manageable hair you're going to want to learn about the Science of Black Hair. Learning the science of black hair will help you to know exactly what you're doing to your hair when handling, brushing, combing, washing or even using products. 

If it ain't Broke Don't Fix it!

Isn't this exactly what I was saying? How funny. What worked for Ms. Alicia James? Two-Strand twists. If it works, it works..keep it basic! =)

Sammii

Summer Care: Know your scalp, Know your hair!

In my most recent attempt at protective styling I tried Senegalese twists. They looked great (in my opinion) I put them in myself and made it work...for a week. What went wrong? What could I have done better? Where was the problem?

Always, Always, Always do your research

So prior to my experiment with Senegalese twists a did a very LITTLE bit of research on how to do them. Looked and pictures, watched videos on YT, the usual. But my research did not answer the questions I should have been asking. What hair to use? How to maintain/ keep the scalp from drying? How to thoroughly prepare my hair for the style?

So what was I thinking? "I can do this!" Not knowing a thing, honestly, I decided to wing it. NOT, I repeat, NOT a good idea! I already knew I had a dry, itchy scalp that I'm still trying to figure out how to regulate. Instead of continuing my best practices, I decided to go with what I "wanted" rather than "need to keep my scalp and hair healthy and to retain as much length as possible.

Use What you Know Works for YOU to Your Advantage

I knew I had a dry, itchy scalp so my summer regimen/ style should have been one that allowed me to keep my hair/ scalp free of build up or anything that could weigh down or cause the itching or dryness to get worse while not having to put up with excessive daily maintenance. Clearly I did the opposite. 

I knew my go-to protective hair style was mini/small two strand twists. They allowed my to retain moisture, keep my hair tangle free and free up my scalp and yet I chose "something new".

In my case, I decided to abandon the practices that I knew worked for my hair for something new. Something new that lasted about a week before my scalp was on fire. It looked great while it lasted but it wasn't for me. Like they say, "If it ain't broke, don't fix it!" 

Peace N Blessings,

Sammii