Natural Hairstyles - Workplace Appropriate You all know how I am always bragging about the versatility of Natural Hairstyles and how we are able to switch up styles like we can a pair of pants; well there's no exception when it comes to styles for the workplace. Many are apprehensive about … [Read more...]
Get Styled – Stretched Bantu Knot Out Edition
December 21, 2009 By 2 Comments
The Stretched Bantu Knot Out I do bantu knot outs all the time. I absolutely love them! Sometimes I get bored with the cute little shrunken look that I get from my bantu knot out fro, so I opt for a much larger, stretched bantu knot out. It is still pretty basic and simple. A picture … [Read more...]
Do Cones work with Natural Hair
December 21, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Cones and Cooperation...what works on our hair? Jill from Hamtramck, MI says: I'm hearing so many things about cones and I see them in some of my hair products: dimethicones, dimethicone copolyol, etc. What are their effects on the hair? Which ones work on our hair? Thanks. This is a … [Read more...]
Natural Hairstyles – 2010 Edition
December 21, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Natural Black Hairstyles of 2010 The hottest natural hairstyles of 2010 will definitely be statement makers. One could envision big, bold, and fierce natural hair as the "it" thing. Or one could picture the beautiful, curly, flirty, and fresh styles to be donned by the most stylish of the … [Read more...]
2010 Black Hairstyles Relaxed
December 18, 2009 By 1 Comment
2010 African American Hair Styles - Relaxed With the increasing natural phenomenon in the Black community, it seems that relaxed hairstyles have taken sort of a back seat. Everywhere you turn, you see natural ladies sporting those lovely curly and kinky locks, twists, and fros. It makes you … [Read more...]
Reasons to Go Natural
December 17, 2009 By 1 Comment
Reasons to Go Natural Have you ever thought about going natural, but you just are not quite sure about it? Have you seen women with beautiful hair in its natural state, yet you have never seen your own texture? Do you just want to do something different for a change? Has your hair been … [Read more...]
Help for Porous Hair
December 17, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Help For Porous Hair Angie from East Lansing, MI says: My strands are super dry and no matter how many moisture treatments I put on my hair, I cannot get it to hold water! What can I do? Help! Angie, the first thing you must do is relax. Many ladies have to deal with porous hair. … [Read more...]
Interview with a Transitioner
December 12, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Interview With a Transitioner Meet Alicia, one of our lovely ladies home to the bhp forum. She discusses elements of her journey to natural in order to give aspiring transitioners some insight. Enjoy! What made you decide to go natural? I’ve always entertained the idea of going … [Read more...]
Must I Do the Big Chop?
December 9, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Do I Have to do the Big Chop? Melissa from Harlem, NY writes: After seeing how beautiful natural hair can be, and noticing that I am not able to remember what texture my hair truly is, I have made the decision to go natural! There is one huge problem though, I do not want to do the Big Chop. I … [Read more...]
Caring for Hair Naturally
December 8, 2009 By 1 Comment
In many cultures it is thought that nature is the best healer for illnesses and diseases. It is also thought that a healthier body will result in healthier hair. Hair products like shampoos and conditioners will only provide short term effects on hair growth and health. The best result for long term … [Read more...]
