The Spectrum of Natural Beauty
Natural beauty and natural hair in particular comes in a wide variety of styles, shapes, and forms. Some of us may get caught up in the curl patterns, the waves, the length, etc. of our hair. We may get so caught up in fact, that we lose sight of the true beauty that each of [...]
Natural Hair Interview Form
We would love to hear about your natural hair journey! Thanks for choosing to be featured on BlackHairPlanet Magazine! Please complete the form below and upload your pictures. We will contact you before your feature is published! Have Fun! natural hairnatural hair stylesnatural black hair4b natural hair journeyall natural hair blackblack natural hair typesblack natural [...]
Natural Hair Encouragement & Tribute to Evelynn M. Hammonds
The other day as I was filling out scholarship applications, I stumbled upon something that shocked and inspired me. I had been contemplating on which college to attend for a while now and I finally decided to reach out to my family and friends for advice. I posted my concern on Facebook and within a [...]
Less is More: Wen vs. Suave
Are you are a sucker for infomercials? If so, then this article is just for you! Don’t be ashamed it happens to the best of us. One minute your trash talking the cheesy model holding the product, and the next minute they’ve got you! Now your digging through your wallet for your credit card with [...]
To Chop or Not to Chop?
To Chop or Not to Chop One of the most emotional journeys a black woman can go through is a natural hair journey. As black women there are so many factors we must consider before letting go of the creamy crack! The fear of being the odd one out and not knowing how peers will [...]
A Natural’s Perspective Part-Part II
More from BHP’s very own Amina. I hope that you’ll enjoy reading as much as I enjoyed interviewing her! What has been the single most helpful thing in your natural hair care journey (forums, hair care products, etc)? Hands down, the forum! I have noticed more growth, thickness, and optimal hair health since joining the [...]
What are some natural ways to soften ethnic hair?
Stacey from Norfolk,VA asked: My hair is rock hard sometimes! Since I am embracing the whole natural thing, I am wondering what some natural ways to soften ethnic hair are. Please help. Stacey, it seems that you have the same dilemma as many Black women do, softening your strands. Well, although it’s not always easy, [...]
Moisturizing and Sealing Natural Hair
Moisturizing and Sealing Natural Hair Thainesha From Amory, MS asks: How often should you moisturize and seal natural hair? Hi Thainesha, thanks for your question. Moisturizing and sealing varies from one head of curls and kinks to the next. Natural hair looooooooves moisture and moisturizing/sealing daily is beneficial for many naturals. However, for some of [...]
What’s Happening With Henna Part Deux
What’s Happening With Henna Part Deux! Ok Ladies and Gents…I’ve officially tried the henna, and the verdict is (by unanimous decision of course) I LOVE IT! Though I don’t have a vivid reddish color (which I wasn’t expecting anyways b/c my natural color is so dark), I have a deeeeeeeep auburn tone with a few [...]
Are You Really Natural?
Standing in front of my reflection I debate, “How should I wear my natural hair today?” My hair feels subtle. It’s been freshly co-washed and my wide-tooth comb moves through it like a knife through warm butter. I stand there in front of my reflection examining it; so wild and untamed. Boy has my hair [...]
