I have been searching for products to give me definition, moisture, shine and length for my twist outs and braid outs.  I know, that is really a lot to ask from one hair product.  I have been wearing twist outs since taking out my extensions.  I have enjoyed trying new products but due to...

I did a twist out with Jane Carter Nourish & Shine and it came out very well!  I did not take photos of the process since it’s the same twist out process I always use for second and third day hair (spritz with water, add product & twist).  I used the Nourish & Shine on a...

I so wanted to like OMHH Red Room Luxe Salon for my straight styles but unfortunately this natural salon just did not prove to be a positive experience.  I had been checking out this natural hair salon (advertised as a “blow dry bar”) for a while and met the owner, Debra, a few...

I have been on a twist out kick for a few weeks and this week I went back to using Bee Mine Bee Hold Curly Butter.  It’s a natural product made with 100% Shea Butter, 100% Aloe Vera Gel, Essential Oil Blend, Vegetable Glycerin, Rosemary Leaf and Chammomile Extract, Silk Powder and...

A few months ago, while still wearing Senegalese twists, I bought a few seamless combs – combs with smooth teeth.  I did some research and decided to buy from hairsense.com.  I ordered the 201 (fine tail), 205 (medium rake) and 206 (handle rake).  They did not look seamless at first,...

So, I finally broke down and tried Eco Styler Moroccan Argan Oil gel on my natural hair.  I did not have a great experience with the Olive Oil Eco Styler which left my hair crunchy and with no movement.  Well, lo and behold, this argan oil version did not leave my hair crunchy like the...

In case you have not tried it, the Tightly Curly method for curly hair recommends using lots of conditioner to style your hair.  Basically, you use what is called a “combing conditioner” to detangle your curly hair using a denman brush. When I used this method, I used Herbal...

I have been a fan of hair candy for many years.  I didn’t realize where it came from until I lost my great aunt and a request from the family was that we wear a flower in our hair at the funeral, as she often did.  I think a well placed flower in your hair can jazz it up and it also...

I tried Eco Styler Olive Oil gel as a substitute for Kinky Curly Curling Custard to see if I would get similar results with a less pricey gel. I used Eco Styler on soaking wet hair after applying my leave in conditioner to avoid crunchy hair.  I immediately noticed a bit of a coating on my...

I tried out Kink Curly Curling Custard along with Knot Today leave in after receiving a gift card for Target from work.  I’m frugal and usually to not try out pricey products if I have to buy the full size version.  I prefer to use sample or to try out a smaller version (cheaper...

As you transition from relaxed to natural hair, you do not want to give up your workout routine.  I have been trying to figure out a good work out hairstyle that won’t look a hot mess after 45 minutes to 1 hour of cardio and I think I’ve got it! I did a blow out using my blow...

I finally took out my Senegalese twists that have been installed since March 10 (nearly 3 months).  I noticed a bit of matting while cleaning my scalp with Seabreeze that made me take them out sooner than planned.  I had 2 touch ups during the 3 months to freshen up the look but it really...

At 28 weeks post relaxer I decided to try a braid out on my transitioning hair. I washed and conditioned and then braided each section with water and S-curl. I added end papers and rollers to the end of each braid since my last braid out did not come out great with my relaxed ends showing. I...

I learned during my transition from relaxed to natural that my hair does not grow at the average rate of 1/2 (.5 inch) per month.  In fact, when I took the time to measure one of my curls, I found that I was closer to a growth rate of 4.5 inches per year rather than 6 inches.   For those of...

Between weeks 13 – 24 of my transition from relaxed to natural I started to notice my natural hair texture growing in.  By that I mean I noticed a difference between the relaxed hair length and the hair at my roots. All hair textures are different.  You hair texture may be totally...

You can exercise while you transition from relaxed to natural hair.  Many women work out around their hair appointment schedule.  I know.  I did the same thing back when I was relaxed.  To maintain my relaxed style during the week, I would take a bonnet attachment dryer to the gym and...