Yes, Black Girls Do Have Long Natural Hair
Black girls are wearing their natural hair freely and are flaunting their long natural hair with pride! Natural hair is in!
By: Emily-Ann
Yes, naturals it very possible to have long black natural hair! You do not have to be of European/Indian descent to grow long hair! It’s simply not true that black women are incapable of growing long natural hair. Remember, people will mock or discredit what they do not understand or can make sense of.
I have been on both sides of the coin, I have been relaxed and now natural. I have had long hair and short hair. I can tell you that they both have pros and cons to the natural hair journey. I wouldn't change a thing about my path.
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We are now being exposed to naturals with long hair. Everywhere on social media, we see our black queens slaying their photos with beat makeup, and an afro that touches the sun as if to kiss it. Long hair flowing down their back like a royal cape. Our hair is so versatile and should be put on display. It’s that indescribable black girl magic that is injected into our chemical makeup and genes.
Recently I saw a post of white women putting her hands in the hair of black women. Although her hair is in protective style with braids, the clap back was real. I love how kind but assertive she was with it. She reminded me of myself lol.
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We have multiple avenues of viewing women of color achieve and flaunt their curls and afros with such pride. Take a look around social media and it is everywhere. I mean everywhere, and now I know my future children can see how beautiful our curls, afros, and locks are. You just have to take control of your hair regimen. Make up your mind to put in the work to achieve the results you desire. It is okay to ask for help, and even visit a salon once in a while.
Websites like Youtube, Pinterest, Facebook, and this one are great examples that achieving long beautiful black hair is very possible. Take a look at pictures, rekindle the spark and motivation. Most importantly educate yourself, and become more aware of your natural hair care regimen. For tips and tricks check out our last few posts. I get into more detail about natural hair growth and maintenance. Continue to check back for more hair care posts like this one!
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12 Questions You Should Ask About Transitioning to Natural Hair: Are You Ready?
Are you ready to start your natural hair care journey? Here are some tips for transitioning to natural hair!
By: Emily-Ann
Congratulations, you made the choice of transitioning to natural hair! Now what? Many of us including myself, transition without understanding the journey. My knowledge, comes from trial and error, like many natural hair beauties. I was under the impression that it would be easy. I mean, it is my hair, right? How hard could this really be? It has come to my attention that there are certain questions, you need to ask yourself. Especially, if you are the type to be indecisive or frequently change your mind. It may be very good idea to plan out your transition period, and set your schedule to do your big chop. Here are examples of questions you can ask yourself.
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Why are you going natural? (this will become clear as you move along in your journey)
How do you plan to do your transitioning from relaxed to natural hair?
Do you know your hair type 1,2,3, and 4?
Do you know if you have low, normal, or high porosity hair ?
What kind of protective styling are you going to use?
What kind support will work for you i.e videos, blogs, or natural hair friend(buddy system)
How comfortable are you with rocking natural hairstyles for short hair?
How would you rate your patience level, one being low and three being very high?
What day of the week will be your wash day?
What are your natural hair goals? Length retention, healthy natural hair, moisturizer control, thick hair, or all of the above?
What natural hair care products will you use? Shampoo, conditioners, leave-ins, and moisturizers etc..
Tip: Knowing your natural hair types may aid in the selection process when purchasing hair products for natural hair. Reducing the feeling of being overwhelmed by wide range of lines currently in the market.
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Questions like the ones mentioned above may save you time, and make product selection process much easier. I want nothing more than to see you embrace your natural hair journey, and with a little patience you will achieve desired results. It may be in your best interest to go through these questions to evaluate your current mindset. Keep in mind this journey will test your level of patience and consistency. May your natural hair journey be dripping with finesse and all its glory.
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Meet Emily-Ann Brown, contributing writer to 247 Live Culture!