A Natural’s Perspective Part-Part II

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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 … [Read more...]

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, … [Read more...]

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 … [Read more...]

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 … [Read more...]

Are You Really Natural?

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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.  … [Read more...]

My Style of Choice – Bantu Knot Out!

Soooo, I have done my first bantu knot out...and I must say, I love it! For those who do not know what bantu knots are...here's a visual: How I Do Mine: After using Dr. Bronner's Peppermint Magic Soap and co-washing/detangling with Vo5 Strawberries and Cream, I drain the drippies from my … [Read more...]

One Secret to Maintaining Healthy Natural Hair

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Secrets to Maintaining Healthy Natural Hair In my last blog titled, Is Natural Hair for Me?, I talked about the importance of understanding natural hair care for healthy natural hair.  This time I want to share what I believe is the foundation for healthy natural hair.  The two most important … [Read more...]

Is Natural Hair for Me? That Is The Question….

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Is Natural Hair for Me? One of the most perplexing things about going natural is learning how to manage your tightly coiled tresses without damaging them.  Even the simplest task of combing your hair can become a detangling nightmare if you don’t know what you are doing. Don’t get me wrong, … [Read more...]

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