Now that more and more teenagers are transitioning to natural hair, I thought I’d create a page dedicated to the subject and offer some encouragement and advice. Going natural was not something anyone was doing when I was in high school, but I can tell you now that I would not have had the confidence […]
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Best Products For My Natural Hair
Are you transitioning? See what products I used here. Because I get so many questions about what products I use on my hair, I thought I’d create a more up-to-date page for you to reference. I use many of the same products I used while transitioning, but there are a few changes. Keep in mind […]
The 10 Step Natural Hair Transitioning Guide
Since I was able to successfully complete my long-term (18-month) transition without doing a big chop, I thought I’d create a page with some tips for those who aspire to do the same… 1. Start With a Good Trim This means you need to get rid of all those dead, thin and split ends. The […]
Growing Long, Healthy Natural Hair – What You Need to Know
There is so much bad information circulating about black hair growth. I want to start by addressing the myth that black hair doesn’t grow. First of all, if that was the case people wouldn’t need relaxers every two months. So yes, our hair does grow, and it can even grow long. The problem is many […]
Help For Transitioning from Relaxed to Natural Hair
I transitioned for 18 months and became natural without a big chop. So many people said it wasn’t possible, and that motivated me even more. Don’t let the naysayers discourage you. You can do it, and I’ve provided a ton of information below to help you get started and support you throughout your journey. FAQ’s […]
What to Expect While Transitioning
If you are anything like I was when I began my transition in March 2010, you may not know what to expect with your natural hair transition. It’s definitely a journey — both mentally and physically (see these myths), so you need to prepare yourself for the following… 1) You are dealing with two different […]
Rod Set on Transitioning Hair & Making it Last
Tired of your rod set only lasting a few days? In the video below I’ll show you what I do to make my style last. *** Subscribe to my YouTube channel here *** Here’s another video where I actually show you how I do my rod sets. I was 8 months into my transition here. […]
Do’s and Don’ts of Transitioning to Natural Hair
DO… Eliminate direct heat like flat irons, blow dryers, etc. as much as possible. Use hooded dryers on a medium setting (or lower) for as little time possible. (Read my guide on straightening transitioning hair). I stopped using direct heat 2 months into my transition. DO… Embrace your texture. It’s easy to get caught […]
My Bad Hair Day Style
One thing I miss about my length is being able to pull my hair in a ponytail or clip and go. Now that I’ve trimmed off all the damaged hair, I don’t have that luxury anymore. Nevertheless, I’ve found a solution. If I need a quick, wash-n-go style, I’ll just flat twist the sides of […]
The Napturally Curly Site Directory
Use this organized directory to help find what you’re looking for. A great page to bookmark. Hairstyle Picture Gallery for Naturals and Transitioners Stylish and Unique Natural Hair T-Shirts See my first day as a natural after 18 months of transitioning. Basic Transitioning Tips & Info Read the FAQ’s What to Buy When Transitioning Get […]