Why you should care to wrap your hair?

You know you experienced this before! 

Have you ever gone to an amazing party, got back home about 2am and you just want to jump in bed without bathing that sweat off from dancing all night or brushing your teeth of all that "whatever" that you consumed when you went out there? I'm HOPING your reaction was "Oh my goodness! How can I go to bed like that?" I am really HOPING it was! lol 

Anyway, that's how I want you to react when the thought of going to bed without your head-wrap arises. "What?!" "I would never do such a thing!!" or even better "What kind of person does something like that?!" Catch the drift? Wrapping your hair before bed plays an extremely important role in the entire hair management process..... (ouuu I like how that sounds...hair management... sounds important). Wrapping your hair is equally important as washing or steaming it. 

Wrapping allows the hair to be secure, tangle-free and maintain moisture while catching some Zs--preventing hair from falling out and rubbing, tugging, and snagging in sleep, which can result in damage to the hair cuticles. I used to be guilty of this but I saw the damage it did to my hair and hairline. Sometimes I get in bed and at the middle of a good book (Just enough light for the step I'm On by Stormie Omartian) I may fall asleep and when I wake up at midnight and realize that I knocked out , I just turn the light off and begin dreaming. At this point ain't nobody got energy for that! But after the damage occurred, trust that I never forget to wrap my hair again. 

There's a little SECRET that I was trying to avoid spilling because I do not want to encourage laziness to my Curlies (I do this all the time... facepalm) but I'll share anyway! Replace you ordinary cotton pillowcases with satin pillowcases. That way, the nights you pass out and are too tired to give your hair proper protection, the satin pillowcase will substitute. 

It is very important to wrap your natural hair before bed especially my 4C type ladies. You know exactly what I'm talking about.... Save yourself the stress in the morning and wrap up! That's a wrap! 

With love,

A Kinky, Coily, Beautiful Curlygirl

xoxo

Remember self-care does not mean self-ish......You cannot take care of anything else if you do not first practice taking care of yourself.

Go with the Fro!

Hey Curlies! Now I know there are hundreds of tutorials out there that you just can't wait to try. All the two strand twist outs, two strand flat twists, bantu knots and the list goes on and on but when was the last time you tried an old fashion Afro? While all these tutorials created by these beautiful curlies seem easy to do and look amazing, why not rock your fro from time to time? No!! I don't mean your curly "big hair don't care" hairstyle. I mean you, your Afro pick, your head band, your patter and TADA!! POOOF!!

THROWBACK: The effect of the African-American Civil Rights Movement brought a renewed sense of identity to the black African-American community, which also resulted in redefinition of personal style that included an appreciation of black beauty. This cultured movement marked a return to more natural untreated hairstyles. The Afro became a powerful political symbol which reflected black pride.It's very easy to do, take little time to comb, absolutely gorgeous and talk about a hair statement! 

This is what you will need to perfect your Fro!

HOW I COMB MY FRO

1. Spray water to already well moisturized hair. I prefer to just apply coconut oil or olive oil in my hair before I do a fro.  

2. Comb through hair, away from the scalp with an Afro pick or a wide tooth comb.

3. Pat hair using a folded paper, a magazine, anything that is flat that is close to you at the moment (lol) or simply cup your hands and pat the hair gently.

POOOFFF! The end result!

I would love to see your Fros Curlies. Share your Fros with us here.

Below is a video that also gives step by step instructions to attain the perfect Fro! Enjoy! If the video doesn't open watch it here!

Remember, the minute you begin feeling comfortable on the inside, that's when you will be confident enough to make changes on the outside.   

With love,

A Kinky, Coily, Beautiful, Curlygirl 

xoxo

MAKE SUNDAY YOUR WASHDAY A FUNDAY!

 

Curlygirls, I know you know about this all too well! WASHDAY! Washday is that day of the week where you make time for yourself and your mane! It doesn't even make sense putting shampoo in that hair if you know you don't have at least 2 hours to dedicate to blessing your hair with the best of the best!

Natural hair requires sufficient protein and moisture for increased growth and strength and that's why it is not necessary to wash or wet it daily. Once a week is fine! My wash day is usually on sweet Sunday when things are slower and I can get a movie in (I seriously recommend Southpaw..lol) while combing my hair! This way I can start the week looking tamed! 

For the past few weeks I have been using Pantene Pro-V Curl Perfection Shampoo and Conditioner to cleanse and condition my hair. I must admit I am surprised by with quality of this product! It actually works pretty good. My curls are more defined, the hair is shinier, it feels so much stronger and it smells sooo good!! The secret is warm water Curlies! 

After I shampoo and condition, I style with my Creme of Nature Argan Oil Pudding Perfection that takes away frizz, reduces dryness and adds an unbelievable shine! And every two weeks I give my hair a little extra love with Creme of Nature's Intensive Conditioning Treatment. Now this is everything your hair ever dreamed of in a bottle. 

WASHDAY ROUTINE:

1. SHAMPOO AND CONDITION hair using Pantene Pro-V Curl Perfection Shampoo and Conditioner. Throughout this entire process I comb through the hair to detangle, therefore making it easier to manage when styling. 

2. When I do decide to do the DEEP CONDITIONING, I apply a generous amount throughout the hair, cover it with a shower cap or a hair steamer cap and leave it for 30 mins (I ignore the bottle with this step.... I think 10 mins just is not enough)

3. RINSE the hair thoroughly.

4. I proceed to my desired STYLE using my Creme of Nature Pudding Perfection with my hair slightly damped. I usually separate (not path.. I dislike harsh lines in my hair) and apply the product and twist that portion immediately rather than apply the product throughout the entire hair and then path and twist.

Remember Washday could be a Funday but it's all on you Curlies!

With love,

A Kinky, Coily, Beautiful, Curlygirl 

xoxo

Hey Curlies!!

A picture of me 1 year into my natural hair journey! 

Hey Curlygirls! How's the mane? Jamila is the name and I have been rocking my natural hair approximately two years. This blog was created for academic purposes (believe it or not). Though it is in fact for my Social Media Communications class, I am extremely passionate about girls and women loving themselves. I have had many persons ask me "Do you think natural hair will suit me?" My response is always, "It grows directly out of your scalp, I do not know how much more for you it can be!" At KCBC naturalistas can learn how to manage, maintain, style and rock their natural hair with confidence!! You will also be seeing a few featured posts on "Diaries of a curly coily girl" and general daily motivational posts. 

Remember, wearing your natural hair is not just a style or trend but it's a sisterhood and community where newbies are welcomed with wide arms and big hair! 

With love,

A Kinky, Coily, Beautiful, Curlygirl 

xoxo