What The Kink?!

Braidout Fail Turned Growth Victory

2012-02-15T11:57:00.000-05:00

I don't know why I've been acting like this thick mass on my hair will magically dry in 24hrs! Whenever I set my hair in thick sections over night it is never dry unless I towel dry then T-shirt dry for about an hour. I'm restyling this braidout tonight, but look at the "hang time" on the ponytail I'm wearing for the day!

Natural Pincurls

2012-02-13T11:48:00.000-05:00

If you missed it on my youtube channel, I tried out Haircrush's Natural Pincurls. I think they came out nice, but my hair needs to be allowed to dry loose a bit before setting into this style. My hair was still wet the next morning and some of it poofed up. I just reset those the next night. I think this is pretty good for a first try.

Product Review: Tresemme Moisture Rich Shampoo and Conditioner

2012-02-10T11:01:00.000-05:00

Their Promise: Shampoo Quenches dehydrated hair's thirst with a nourishing formula containing vitamin E, sunflower, hazelnut and almond extracts. It's ideal for those with parched, over-processed hair or those who frequently use heat styling tools. Plus, it's gentle enough for daily use, as it won't dry hair out but will add much-needed moisture for the healthy looking, soft hair you

Two Year Pescetarian Anniversary

2012-02-08T11:41:00.000-05:00

Credit: http://www.flickr.com/photos/f10n4/ "What she order? Fish Fillet!" If I didn't know any better I would have thought Kanye West was talking about me in he and Jay Z's song "N***s in Paris". The month of February marks my two year anniversary as a Pescetarian--someone who eats fish but no other meats. I would have never thought that I would make it so far. I'd tried low and no meat

Mont In Review: January

2012-02-06T11:44:00.000-05:00

Styles I wore a whole lot of twists and a whole heap of twist outs this month. I revisited the twist out puff on an old twist out and I also picked up the side rolls and EZ Comb hairstyle I mentioned on my Youtube. Commentary You would almost think I am a bum with how infrequent my hair washing has become. lol. It isn't hurting me on the style front though. I get a few compliments here and there

FAIL: My Attempt to Gel My Edges

2012-01-25T11:53:00.000-05:00

When I first began transitioning I didn't have any issues with a thinning or damaged hairline. However, deeper into the natural journey, my hairline sprang forward in the form of baby hairs. Most days I ignore them but let the silk cap not sit right over night and I wake up with the hairs laid rather disrespectfully on my forehead. I attempted to "style" them without success. lol. Morning!

My Twistout + My New Hair Washing Habits

2012-01-23T11:29:00.000-05:00

I have just not been fooling with my hair as much as I used to as a new natural. I will now wear a hairstyle "until the wheels fall off". Below is a photo of my twists after a week of wear. They were "tired and delayed" as my friend likes to say and it was time to wash or do something. When I took down the twists, the results were too good to wash away. I wore this twis out for

Product Review: Maybelline Fit Me

2012-01-11T11:51:00.000-05:00

So, my usual tinted moisturizer ran out. I decided to try a liquid foundation. Now, I usually don't wear liquid foundation because I find the colors hard to match. Also--being African American--I find YouTube reviews of foundation shades to not be so helpful. I find that a lot of "us" wear too light foundations. I just want my foundation to match! In the store I stood in front of the FIT me

Twisted Twists Updo

2012-01-09T19:20:00.002-05:00

I am finally settled back in my apartment and once again reunited with my camera USB cord. I can upload some pics for the next few posts. I also did my first twists updo and will be doing a video on the style sometime this week. Scroll down for video tutorial.

The Importance of Hydration

2012-01-06T11:08:00.000-05:00

[source] This entire Christmas break I've been having issues getting to sleep and waking up in the morning. I would be waking up near 12 in the afternoon still tired! I was beginning to feel like a lethargic bump on the log. I didn't know what was going on with me until yesterday night. I was tossing and turning when I glanced over at the clock, 3am! I was getting sick of staying up all night

How To: Go Weeks Without Washing Natural Hair

2012-01-04T11:00:00.000-05:00

"Why would anyone want to know how to do that?" You may ask. The answer is varied. People may be coming into a busy time like the holidays or finals and not be able to wash or style their hair. Heck a person could be in a haircare rut but still want to look presentable. No matter the reason, I wanted to provide this guide because I just learned how to do it over this Christmas Break--photos

Happy New Year: Month & Year in Review

2012-01-02T11:02:00.000-05:00

Source: Click Image Styles I have been sticking to my twists and twist outs this month though I did do a "Whitley Bun". I also wore my twists for a super long time this month. A post on that later! Commentary My school has blessed us with the longest Christmas break yet! During this long break I have washed my hair only once and am now convinced that I have the secret to going a whole

1.7 Years Post Relaxer: My first Natural Length Check

2011-12-16T10:59:00.000-05:00

This is my very fist natural length check! As you can see my hair is at different lengths all around with my sides and backs coming close to or at collar bone length. Collar bone is practically shoulder length, but on the long side of it. I've got quite a bit of growing to do to make it back to APL! See you all in April with a two year post relaxer length check.

Does Your Man Really Not Like Your Natural Hair?

2011-12-14T11:06:00.000-05:00

I was again cruising my Bloglovin' subscriptions when I came across this brotha right here! Number one, he is very attractive and easy on the eyes. Number two, he knows a lot of hair terminology, techniques, types, and even some products. Number three, he said some very real things in this video, his main point being that your hair should not be the cause of the end of your relationship.

FIND: Michel Mercier Detangling Brush

2011-12-12T11:36:00.000-05:00

I went to my Bloglovin' account as I do everyday and began clicking 'read' on the posts I wasn't interested in. That's when I came across it, a review over at "My Long Hair Journey" on the Michel Mercier Detangling Brush. The picture was attractive enough that I actually took the time to read the post. What caught my attention the most was that the brush looked very similar to the Tangle

E.L.F's "Classy" Lipstick

2011-12-09T11:07:00.000-05:00

I was playing around in my makeup when I came across E.L.F's "Classy" lipstick. I hardly ever wear this stick out because it is super light. Even in this picture you can see it competing with my blush for attention. I put a bit of a random Ulta gloss over it so what you see above is toned down! I got a better picture when I moved into the sunlit living room and then decided to wear this

Peppermint Oil Challenge: Results

2011-12-07T11:42:00.000-05:00

September 1, 2011 December 1, 2011 Okay, so growth has definitely taken place in these past two months, but can the peppermint oil really be held responsible? The growth I retained was about an inch--correct me if I'm not seeing right. An inch is perfectly normal in this amount of time. I also suspect that it was the peppermint oil that was causing my scalp to flake up. I went this last

Month in Review: November

2011-12-05T11:00:00.000-05:00

Styles This past month, puffs have become distant lovers. I no longer wear my hair in puffs. I have found the motivation within and have started wearing twists and twist outs exclusively. Commentary Wow, my hair is a different head with every wash! I am retaining much more moisture and...did my hair grow a little bit?! I'm not sure on that one, but remember what I said in an earlier post?

HOTD: Twist Out Puff

2011-11-25T11:16:00.000-05:00

*Rebecca Black Voice* It's Friday, Friday, Gotta get down on Friday! Happy Black Friday people!

Update: Peppermint Oil Challenge

2011-11-23T11:04:00.000-05:00

Starting photo from September A month or so ago I did a video announcing that I would be joining in the peppermint oil challenge over on Hairlista.com. I am still on the challenge and going...almost strong. I am not really good with oiling my scalp. It is something that I'm not in the habit of doing. Now, I am getting my scalp at least once a week. I haven't taken another photo since my

After the BC {pt II}

2011-11-21T11:58:00.000-05:00

In this second and final half of "After the BC" I begin to see a change in how I feel about my hair. I become more comfortable with it and develop a regimen. Enjoy this final part.

Find: Conair Denman Dupe Brush

2011-11-18T11:51:00.000-05:00

I could kick myself for forgetting to post this picture. I was in CVS almost a month ago and I was by the brushes. Lately I've been looking at brushes for whatever reason. I looked down and *aaaaaaaa* I saw it, the Conair detangling brush. I'd thought it was a myth before today as I had not managed to find this brush and as a result bought a $10 Denman. Now, from what I hear, your use of this

From the Mouths of Babes: Children's Reactions to my Natural Hair

2011-11-16T11:57:00.000-05:00

Being a youth cheerleading coach and an education student, I come in contact with a lot of children. You would be amazed at some of the unfiltered responses to my hair that I have received from children. "What happened to your hair?" <--this is a popular one "Your hair is wIIIIIld!" "You need to do your hair!" "Is your hair nappy?" I am not making any of these comments up! Children

Video: After The BC {pt I}

2011-11-14T11:46:00.000-05:00

My thoughts were a bit more than two cents worth after my BC. I don't want people to think rainbows will come out of their new natural hair and they will instantly love it. Some do, but that wasn't the case with myself. I just want to keep it real with my readers. This video is a blog exclusive! I will be posting the second and final part sometime next week. Until then enjoy this one!

Month In Review: October

2011-11-11T11:43:00.000-05:00

I actually wasn't going to do a "Month In Review" anymore, but then felt it wouldn't be fair to my readers. So here it is, my late but still great "Month In Review". Styles I'm not as adventurous with styles anymore because the winter is approaching and so are the holidays. I don't like to experiment much when I know I'm going to be traveling and seeing lots of people. My regular rotation

Kreative Blogger Award

2011-11-09T11:33:00.000-05:00

Hello all, Lacoya of I'm a Natural Black Girl awarded me with the "Kreative Blogger Award". Thank you for thinking of my blog Lacoya! (side note: I saw you from afar at homecoming) As part of this award I must link back to the giver, answer the following questions, and award ten other bloggers--like a YouTube tag. I think this is pretty cute so here goes. 7 Statements: Favorite Song: This

Product Reaction: Garnier Fructis Pure Clean

2011-11-07T11:12:00.000-05:00

Stick with me y'all. I STILL do not have internet access in my home. Anywho, here are the ingredients for the Garnier Pure Clean shampoo and conditioner. Watch the video for my feelings on the products. Shampoo Aqua (Water) , Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate , Cocamidopropyl Betaine , Sodium Chloride ,

Winter Dryness Battle

2011-10-28T11:59:00.000-04:00

click for credit I am waging a war on dry hair this Winter! The weather here in Alabama is trying to get cold (50 one day then 80 the next) and with Winter comes the possibility of dry hair. Here's what I will be doing to ward of winter dryness and it'd be great if you all would join me in this: NO MORE EXPERIMENTATION I am a new natural and thus naturally want to experiment and try new

How I'm Keeping Tangles at Bay

2011-10-26T11:37:00.000-04:00

Old detangling photo Since removing the last of my relaxed ends I haven't had as much of an issue detangling my hair. I've worn twists, a twist out, and a puff. Despite the styles, I haven't really experienced any tangles. Here's why I think that is: I naturally do not have a lot of shrinkage to begin with. My hair is without a doubt afro textured, but is lacking the major shrinkage usually

HOTD: My First "Wear Outside" Twists

2011-10-24T11:01:00.000-04:00

These are my first set of twists that I could wear out as a style! I'd attempted a chunky twist out earlier but it just wasn't working so I did these as I detangled a week later. I had planned to take them out the next morning for a twist out, but they were coming out too cute to just take down. Twist outs are better the longer you keep the twists in anyway.

Beer Rinse

2011-10-21T11:33:00.000-04:00

Yes y'all! I poured beer over my head! Here's why: ...the proteins from the malt and hops found in beer coat, rebuild and repair damaged hair. [source] After I washed my hair for the first time I felt like it was really dry and less textured in some places. I heard that a beer rinse could aid in this--as long as it isn't heat damage which is permanent. First I bought a Bud Light and

HOTD: Puff with a Single Roll

2011-10-19T11:30:00.000-04:00

Here's a puff from last week!

Do You Keep Your Haircare a Secret?

2011-10-17T11:02:00.000-04:00

source I was on LHCF when I came across a thread asking LHCF members if they keep the forum or all that they do to their hair a secret. The thing is, I have encountered stuff like this in real life. You ask someone about their purse, shoes, outfit, etc and they claim they don't remember. I don't think anyone OWES you their clothing or even hair secrets, but some people act plain funny about

My Natural Hair--Sorta

2011-10-10T11:00:00.001-04:00

Yesterday, I did an Egg and ORS Repleneshing pre poo, then I followed that up with a wash, instant condition, and then added gobs of conditioner to detangle my hair. Let me tell you, there are so many straight pieces left in my hair, most on the ends! My hair is damp in these photos, but when it began to dry I could see straight pieces sticking up everywhere. Most of them are in the back--

A Cheap Natural Hair Regimen

2011-10-10T11:00:00.000-04:00

Is your regimen burning a hole in your budget? Are you a new natural overwhelmed by all of the "expensive" products recommended for "our hair"? Might you be a college student with shallow pockets? If any of that is you, maybe what I consider a super cheap regimen is right for you. Moisturizing Shampoo Pick up any of the Suave Professionals line or any shampoo that is specifically for damaged

Fia's Hair Typing System

2011-10-07T11:48:00.000-04:00

Fia's system is a hair typing system that isn't as popular in the black hair care world. This system expands on the system made popular by Andre Walker. I actually prefer it so I decided to share it here on What the Kink?! Enjoy! Fia's Hairtyping System by Ann-Sofie Henriksson Contact information: ann_sofie_h [at] hotmail [dot] com First classifier - Your curliness (or lack thereof) The

My Transition in Pictures

2011-10-05T11:27:00.000-04:00

Month In Review: September

2011-10-03T11:50:00.000-04:00

September was my last month of transitioning. I wrapped it up by PROMPTLY chopping off the rest of the relaxed ends the 2nd day of the following month. I've added the video to this post in case you missed it. Now, as for September... This Month I Wore... Braid Out [FAIL] Bantu Knot Out [FAIL] Puff Bun This Month I Learned That... We may set goals for our transition, but the breakage and

Product Review: Fekkai Glossing Line

2011-09-30T11:22:00.000-04:00

Image Source The people over at Fekkai are geniuses, because I believe that "everyone and their mama" snagged the free sample of the glossing line (minus the shine spray). What better way to get people to try your product? Now, I cannot do a full review because I did not use this product long enough (a month or two) for a proper review. So, I am bringing you a "first reaction". Their

Product review: African Pride Olive Oil Miracle Braid Spray

2011-09-28T12:28:00.003-04:00

I finally finished off my bottle of African Pride braid spray after 4 months and use on two different styles. Being that I enjoy reviewing things that I already own, I HAD to give you a review of this spray. Check the video to see my usual review categories and get the final rating. Fekkai Glossing "first reaction" coming up next!

What The TypeF?!

2011-09-26T11:00:00.000-04:00

If you don't already know it has been brought to the "hair world"s attention that there is a channel and website called TypeF. On this site, there are a few "natural hair tips" videos. These videos are setting everyone off because the stylist featured doesn't have the most healthy looking hair and neither is she giving the most healthy tips. Here are a few of her videos: 1 2 3 Now, I don't

Bunning it Out

2011-09-23T15:10:00.000-04:00

I have come to a place in my transition where almost NOTHING works on my hair. I tried a braid out...poofy mess. I tried a bantu knot out...half curly poofy mess. It was so redicuous I said forget it and hopped in the shower and squeezed the last of Herbal Essences Hydralicous over my tresses. I smoothed and detangled, then braided each section as I finished. I slept in the braids and woke

Braidout Updo: Day 2

2011-09-21T11:09:00.000-04:00

I decided to rock the braidout updo a second day. I laid a scarf over my pillow then laid my head down. Its a little frizzy but I liked it enough to leave my house.

Is your Transition Confusing People?

2011-09-19T11:54:00.000-04:00

As I get deeper into my transition I find that I am confusing people left and right. I now have people thinking that it takes forever to go natural. You can go natural like *snaps fingers*. I am only transitioning because I don't want short natural hair. If I just wanted natural hair period I could have chopped my hair off long ago. Some people think that I've been natural all along. I

Hair Products 101: Review + Giveaway

2011-09-16T11:40:00.000-04:00

I may be wrong in assuming that all of my blog readers are subscribers. If you are not a subscriber, but you follow this blog with Google*, then you may enter over here on the blog and I will count your post in order as if it were on youtube. So if user A on youtube comments and is #15 then you comment on the blog, you will be #16. *It has to be Google because I can see who has been

I Took Down my Yarn Braids

2011-09-16T11:00:00.000-04:00

It took me four days to put these things in and I wore them for eight weeks (two months). How long did it take me to take them down? A little over a day! My hair came out soft and kind of coated. I'm not sure why because I didn't use my regular moisturizer this entire eight week period. A few days later, I am still trying to remove all of the shed hair. I may look into a black tea rinse in the

HOTD: Yarn Braid Style

2011-09-14T11:00:00.000-04:00

I was starting to dislike the front of my braids so I rolled one side back and tied the ends of both sides together.

Natural Doesn't Equal Unkempt

2011-09-12T11:00:00.000-04:00

. I cannot tell you how much I loved this video the first time I saw it! I feel that sometimes people equate natural hair with unkempt hair. When I complete this transition I will not be walking around looking any kind of way in the name of natural hair.

I Won!

2011-09-09T09:30:00.000-04:00

Ladies, I forgot to share the earrings and hair clip that I won in a giveaway. I haven't worn the clip yet, but I wore the earrings to a pre-internship. The children absolutely loved it! The teachers and staff seemed to like the earrings as well. Grab your own from GL Accessories! I'm eyeing an infinity scarf...what say you?

5 Reasons Why Natural Hair Isn't a Fad

2011-09-07T09:00:00.000-04:00

I was inspired by a post over on BGLH to write 5 reasons why natural hair isn't a fad 1. It's the way we were born 2. The "secret" is out. There weren't unruly strands under that relaxer! There were thirsty ill-treated strands in need of moisture and care. 3. The youth are doing it. Concerned mom's are ingraining natural hair into the next generation. More young girls are going back

Nivea: Why I'm not offended

2011-09-05T09:00:00.000-04:00

About a week ago, this ad by Nivea began making an appearance on hair boards and blogs. Many people were offended, so many that Nivea ditched the ad. I waited for the hoopla to die down (and to gain internet access again) before putting in my two cents on this ad. I am not offended. Yeah, I wrote it and you read it. I don't feel that Nivea is making a statement against natural

Month In Review: August

2011-09-02T09:00:00.000-04:00

This month I wore... Yarn braids all month! I am still in my yarn braids, but it is coming to the end. I am in week 7 of the 8 weeks that I had planned to wear these. I am ready to wear my own hair once again! This month I learned that... I think for the first time I can say that I haven't learned much. My hair is hidden away! This month I thought... "I miss my hair!" "I am

2011-08-29T21:24:00.002-04:00

I STILL DO NOT HAVE INTERNET ACCESS. PLEASE HANG IN THERE WITH ME EVERYONE!

Boys with "Good Hair"

2011-08-26T09:00:00.000-04:00

A boy walks into the room and has a seat. He is sporting some cornrows with shells on the ends. I almost thought he was a girl! Yet another boy comes in and has his hair styled in a few ponytails. What do you think when you see children--specifically boys--with long hair? I know what I think, especially if the boy's hair is long specifically because their mother has an issue with cutting it.

Where I Have Been

2011-08-24T13:45:00.000-04:00

Y'all, I don't like when vloggers/bloggers drop off the map without giving any reason for their absence. So here I am to give you the lowdown. This is not an unexcused absence! First off, my nails were getting entirely too long. I was unable to type because they were so bad. My nails grow quickly and they grow long. I got them coated with acrylic to make the color last longer, but the length is

Why Growth Aids Work

2011-08-12T11:34:00.008-04:00

I don't know how I stumbled across it, but there I was watching a video by a girl claiming that dandruff shampoo was the secret to hair growth. I thought to myself, "I never heard of that one" and "why did something like that work?" Then, it hit me. Your hair needs optimal conditions to reach it's maximum growth potential. If something is not right with the conditions under which your hair is

Saving Money: Opinion Outpost & Swagbucks (again)

2011-08-09T11:24:00.000-04:00

Almost a year ago, I wrote a post giving tips on how you could cut costs for some of your products. That post can be found here. I am still using Swagbucks, but have starting using Opinion Outpost as well. Swagbucks is a search engine that randomly rewards you for searching by awarding you random amounts of Swagbucks. These bucks can be used to make purchases in the swagstore. I ONLY

Detangling Jelly

2011-08-08T11:52:00.004-04:00

In case you haven't already seen it over on my YouTube channel, I put up a video detailing the "jelly" that I now use to detangle my hair. This mixture really weighs my hair down making it easier for me to pull the shed hairs out.

What Is The Crown & Glory Technique

2011-08-05T11:27:00.004-04:00

I mentioned it in my Yarn Braids Update that I am following the "Crown & Glory Technique" while I'm in my braids. I received more than one comment from viewers who felt the actual Grow Afro Hair Long site was not helpful. I think that the site is very informative, but two eyes don't always see the same thing. There is no one list with the entire technique on it. This is probably what people

Find: How To Grow Your Hair Faster

2011-08-03T11:52:00.000-04:00

I found this eHow video through related videos on YouTube and thought some of the tips were very beneficial. Enjoy!

Month In Review: July

2011-08-01T11:47:00.000-04:00

This month I wore... Puff Bun Braidout FAIL {See This Post} Yarn Braids This month I learned that... ...my detangling could be stepped up to the next level. I took this and took it to the next level by following the dry finger detangle with a quick Tangle Teezer detangle. I now take down each ponytail in shower to rinse and remove excess shed hair. The shower detangle is now done with

Does Biotin Make Your Hair Grow?

2011-07-29T11:31:00.000-04:00

Source: D Sharon Pruitt The answer may be "Yes" and "No". According to this Naturally Curly article: Research has demonstrated that biotin hair growth supplements do not seem to improve hair growth except in extreme cases including: Severe deficiency from malnutrition Removal of portions of the intestines Malabsorption caused by gastrointestinal disease Neurological diseases Enzyme

Glycerine: A Warning

2011-07-27T11:15:00.000-04:00

For the past few months I have been using Hawaiian Silky 14-in-1 Miracle Worker as a moisturizer. It worked well and my hair was moisturized and soft to the touch. However, I was thinking one day and realized that my "out" styles just don't have the hold that they used to have. I then realized that Hawaiian Silky is known for containing Glycerine--a humectant. Humectants attract moisture to

Makeup Expiration: Marking it up!

2011-07-25T11:04:00.000-04:00

No ladies! I am not having a yard sale! These colorful stickers are keeping track of how old my makeup is. "My makeup doesn't expire!" I've heard this exact phrase from several people. But sadly enough, yes makeup expires. So, as makeup comes into my collection, I add one of these beautiful stickers onto it in an inconspicuous place then write the month and year with a sharpie. After three

Great Grandma's Regimen

2011-07-22T11:05:00.000-04:00

I started this thread a month or so ago over on LHCF and thought it would be interesting to share on my blog: I've looked at some photos of my great grandmother and MY did she have some long hair. I asked my mom about her regimen and all she could tell me was that she wore her hair in a single braid wrapped around her head (old school PSing). So, do you know your great grandmother's--or

My Ponytail

2011-07-20T11:48:00.000-04:00

look at me now! In my work and excitement in my yarn braids, I forgot to share with you my ponytail. I can finally pull an old braidout into a decent looking ponytail.

Yarn Braids

2011-07-18T11:41:00.004-04:00

"Kayla! Where have you been?" Yes. I've been off the map for a few days but I have an excuse, a hair excuse! I was putting in many hours working towards my new Yarn Braids! This is the first time I've ever done anything even remotely like this. It took me 4 days (not whole days) and a bundle and a half of yarn to complete. I've already gotten lots of compliments from family and strangers

CharyJay's Chris Brown DEUCES SPOOF

2011-07-12T11:31:00.001-04:00

Say "bye bye" to all of the lies on the beauty shelves. lol.

HAUL-ish: New Protective Style Teaser

2011-07-08T11:25:00.000-04:00

A new protective style will be making its way on to my head very soon. Here are the supplies. I am so excited I can hardly wait! I'll be wearing my hair for a little while before doing my new style.

FIND: Cool Hair Headband

2011-07-06T23:25:00.000-04:00

I stumbled across a unique hair headband. Most of the time this look involves braiding of some kind, but this style is different. Take a look here. I'll give you a hint...it uses rubber bands! I'm definitely going to try this one out some time.

15 Months Post!

2011-07-04T11:15:00.001-04:00

HERE'S 12 MONTHS FOR A BIT OF REVIEW... NOW...15 MONTHS! Almost there guys!

Month In Review: June

2011-07-01T11:11:00.003-04:00

Yeah...It's really brief for this month! lol. This month I wore... Wig This month I learned that... Patience is key This month I thought... "I really miss my hair!"

Wigdom: The Takedown

2011-06-29T11:04:00.002-04:00

I wore that wig for 6 weeks of the original 8 I had intended to wear it, but I could not go to yet another family event with it on. I was feeling like a girl who was about to wear the same dress to senior prom that she wore to junior prom. Anywho, I pulled out a lot of shed hair! I'm talking 6 weeks worth of hair that was trapped in my twists. Dry Detangle Wet Detangle

How to Stretch Headbands for Puffs

2011-06-27T11:01:00.001-04:00

I wear the "Puff Bun" quite frequently these days and will be rocking it next week when I remove the twists under my wig and free my strands. I have a headband that I like for this style, but it is too tight. My head is crying for mercy when I remove the band. So, I turned to LHCF to ask how to stretch a headband for a puff. I received a lot of answers and ultimately decided to go the "

Last Wednesday's Post

2011-06-26T23:18:00.000-04:00

For some reason or another--unknown to myself--last Wednesday's post was marked as a draft and never posted to the blog. I have fixed the situation, but don't know if feeds and readers will be updated to show the missed post as new. Drop by the blog and have a look at the first page to see this post. I'm glad I caught that!

Updated Regimen Video

2011-06-24T13:10:00.000-04:00

Though my regimen is visible on this blog, some people are more visual so I decided to make a new video outlining my regimen because the other was a bit outdated.

5 Reasons Why People Give Up II: Transitioning Edition

2011-06-22T11:15:00.002-04:00

Nearly a year ago I wrote a blog post about why people give up on their healthy hair journeys. Check that post out by clicking here. Recently I decided that I would make a second part to that post exploring why people give up on their transition. 1. NOT HAVING PATIENCE If you are transitioning, patience is key. Your hair will go through stages as you transition. In the beginning your hair may

San Fransico Girl Styles

2011-06-20T11:09:00.001-04:00

What I like most about the San Francisco girl wig is its versatility in styling. Whenever I want a different look with this wig I just do a style on it and keep it moving. Here are some of them: This is a simple ponytail I did using a hair clip For this look I pulled the hair into a ponytail which I then folded up and back down again. I held it in place with a flex barrette. This is my very

Do Your Research--For FREE!

2011-06-17T11:13:00.001-04:00

click for source I know you all hear it preached to you time and time again, but it is so important to do your research when it comes to your hair. Everyone has a different hair texture and type and what works for one youtuber or blogger may not work in your hair. Also, I have seen some myths still being perpetuated on channels by those in the very early stages of their hair journey. I cannot

Revisiting "Grow Hair Fast"

2011-06-15T11:29:00.004-04:00

Lately, there has been a lot of stir in the hair community about a new growth aid dubbed "Potion" and sold by a happy woman named Valerie and her company Hairdrenalin. Valerie says that she researched growth aids and combined all of them into her "Potion". After people saw her mega results they started making and buying potion and insane results STAY popping up on hair boards, blogs, and

Book Review: Curly Like Me

2011-06-10T11:00:00.001-04:00

If you haven't been able to tell, I've been getting my read on this summer--which is something I enjoy, but can't really do during the school year. So, one of my recent reads has been Teri LaFlesh's "Curly Like Me." I enjoy Teri's site and personal story so I was excited to purchase and begin reading her book. What its All About... Teri's book tells you her own hair story which is pretty varied

Find: Sanford Bennett

2011-06-08T11:06:00.001-04:00

Last week, I was perusing some of my blog subscriptions and I came across an awesome post over on Relaxed Hair Health about a 72 year old man named Sanford Bennett who, at the age of 72, looked way younger and healthier than he did at 50. Relaxed Hair Health pointed out how Sanford got his hair to grow back through a series of scalp massages and hair tugging. Looking beyond his hair regrowth, I

Transitioning: A Protective Style?

2011-06-06T11:42:00.000-04:00

Okay, I've been thinking--and don't call me crazy--but maybe transitioning is a form of "super protective" style? Think about it. You are transitioning to be natural so the relaxed end aren't the ends you'll be moving on in our journey with. They will eventually be cut away. Where the natural hair meets the relaxed ends or even a little above that, will be your new ends. They are protected by

Bunning Natural Hair

2011-06-03T11:00:00.001-04:00

I had long abandoned the track bun since progressing further into my transition. The track hair is straight and it had become more difficult to pull my hair back into the ponytail required for the bun, but I brought it back and rocked it for a week! {Note: this is not recently, I'm still in a wig} 1. Pull the soaking wet hair w/ leave-ins back and allow it to dry over night I used one of

Month in Review: May

2011-06-01T11:52:00.004-04:00

This month I wore... Braidout Failed Rollerset-->Bun Puff Bun Track Bun Wig This month I learned that... "Letting my hair down" causes a lot of manipulation and breakage This month I thought... "Is the Vatika oil really worth the hassle? I may go to regular coconut oil""

Wig Regimen

2011-05-30T11:44:00.002-04:00

So, I've been rocking this wig for all it's worth about two weeks now. My regimen this time is a bit different from the last time I wore a wig. EVERY 2 WEEKSShampoo w/ usual shampoo Use instant conditioner and rinse out Spray w/ Aphogee Spray & African Pride Braid Spray EVERY NIGHT & MORNINGSpray twists w/ braid spray AS NEEDEDRinse hair in the shower Weekly, I spray the wig with dry shampoo

Freetress: San Francisco Girl

2011-05-27T11:00:00.003-04:00

Freetress: San Francisco GirlColor #2 Finally! She is mine! For some time I have been eyeing this wig that I have affectionately named as "Frannie" <--I thought about Frannie of My Bumpy Middle Aged Long Hair Journey when I named it that, lol. I don't know about y'all, but doesn't this #2 {dark brown} look like a #1 {Black}? Despite this, this wig is reminiscent of my real hair back in 2009.

Natural Shine

2011-05-25T11:39:00.002-04:00

The shine was so fine I had to take pictures. My hair was dull when I first started taking care of it, but now it has changed and gotten a healthy "glow." Don't give up on your hair journey. Sometimes the progress comes in alternate forms.

HAUL: Sally Beauty & Hobby Lobby

2011-05-23T11:27:00.001-04:00

You all know that my hauls are always microscopic. I just don't spend all that much money on products as I do time on techniques. Never the less I share them from time to time. Bobbie Pins I cannot tell you the horror that I have been through with bobbie pins. I had a tub of them, but they were all pulled apart and useless. I also had some big ones, but the ends were constantly coming off

Don't Touch My Hair!

2011-05-20T11:18:00.004-04:00

So, I am standing in line with my brother waiting to purchase tickets for the high school play when one of our church members spots me. She goes right for my hair and says--while petting me--"Kayla is that you in there?" Now, maybe I'm just tripping, but was that not rude? My brother says I'm tripping, but since transitioning I've noticed a lot more people touching my hair and it isn't in a

HOTD: Pomp & Gibson

2011-05-18T11:06:00.000-04:00

So, I had been wearing a gibson with side rolls for a few days and it was starting to look raggedy. My SO said that I looked like a "Negro Spiritual" with the part down the middle. Early in the morning my mom calls me and TELLS me to come substitute for a teacher at her school. I tell her I'm tired...she ignores. Knowing that middle school children are harsh, I took the hair from the

The World Natural Hair Show 2011

2011-05-16T11:03:00.002-04:00

This post is a bit late, but better late than never! My mom and I went to the World Natural Hair Show the Saturday before last (April 30th). I think that we had an experience different from others who are blogging and vlogging about the event. I think this is mainly because we were there to see and not to buy. I think this show was a great opportunity for people who do not like to buy things

Low Manipulation vs. Protective Styling

2011-05-06T11:34:00.007-04:00

I was cruising around the forums when I came across a question--or at least that's what I thought it was at the time--asking if low manipulation styles were protective. I responded saying that low manipulation styles were not protective and received a lashing in response. lol. Here's why I don't think low manipulation styles are protective. vs. pro·tect[pruh-tekt]to defend or guard from

Product Review: The Jane Carter Solution - Moisture Nourishing Shampoo

2011-05-04T11:18:00.000-04:00

Their Promise: This shampoo gently cleanses your hair and scalp, restoring your hair's proper moisture balance. Moisture Nourishing Shampoo is a natural shampoo with extracts of Coltsfoot, Lemon Balm, and Myrrh. This unique combination infuses moisture into your hair, leaving it incredibly shiny and bouncy. It smells terrific and is gentle enough for daily use, plus it's paraben free!

Month In Review: April

2011-05-02T11:09:00.000-04:00

This month I wore... Puff Bun Tuck & Roll This month I learned that... My hair doesn't take kindly to color. So hard headed! I need to both dry and wet detangle my hair to decrease the hair fall The best hair styles are those that are found on accident This month I thought... N/A THIS MONTH

Road Trip!

2011-04-29T15:00:00.002-04:00

HELLO EVERYONE!! I AM WRITING THIS QUICK MESSAGE TO INFORM YOU ALL THAT I WILL BE IN ATTENDANCE OF THE WORLD NATURAL HAIR SHOW IN ATLANTA, GEORGIA TOMORROW. I'M GOING TO BE TAKING A LOT OF PHOTOS AND VIDEOS. I HOPE TO SEE YOU ALL THERE. DON'T BE SHY, NOW!!

How I Detangle

2011-04-29T11:07:00.002-04:00

The last time I detangled my hair I lost a pea sized amount. You would have thought I'd won a championship the way I was acting. I cracked the code, guys! I figured out how to detangle 1 year post hair without going bald. STEP 1: Coat your dry hair in some type of product for a prepoo. This is going to "lubricate" the hair for the next step. STEP 2: Part your hair into four sections--ear

Things I used to do to my hair

2011-04-27T11:55:00.001-04:00

My post about how I grew my hair to SL from NL had me thinking about the aspects of my old regimen that I no longer do. My old regimen is very detailed, right down to how I used to stand outside the shower to wash my hair. Here are a few things that I used to do that I no longer do for whatever reason. PREPOOING I used to treat my hair every other week with protein (apHogee 2 minute) before

Q&A: How I Grew My Hair to Shoulder Length

2011-04-25T11:56:00.000-04:00

Someone asked me how I grew my hair to shoulder length from neck length. Before this question I never really thought about it. I mean...how DID I grow my hair to shoulder length? This person also wanted to know what products I use, but I don't believe that products grow hair, its the care. Techniques/Care Cowashing Weekly I only cowashed my hair during this period except for the occasional

What Sparked the Movement?

2011-04-22T11:44:00.004-04:00

[img] Some time ago my roommate asked me something that sparked my interest. She asked "What started the natural movement? What sparked it?" I thought that was a thought provoking question and had to think about it for a while. I think what started it all was the increase in media. Due to resources like the internet and movies like Chris Rock's Good Hair people have more of an opportunity to