The Natural Hair Journey

What to do, when the Locks are Damaged.

No one ever feels good about their hair not performing well. When you have a case of damaged locks, there maybe a few solutions to nurture them back to health.

After a few weeks of deep contioning your locks, you can graduate into Lock Extensions to lengthen, or fill up your locks in to creat more volume.

This client came to me with her concerns and she was preparing for her wedding, so you can imagine the pressure she was under.

We are in appreciation for solutions and alternatives.

 

Dearest Client,                                               

Thank you so much for sharing a very vulnerable moment with us, because of you I hope we can touch many others out there, and support them.

Peace to you all.

 

Kirigo

Your Natural Hair Coach

 

  

Can I Really Wear Big Hair? I Say, Why Not? How About the Nubian Afro!!!!

Some of us want to wear our natural hair out, and feel it's not possible, because the hair might be too short, or too thin.

Guess again!

I believe that today, everything is left to your imagination.

Think big, and you shall get great things.

Just look at how much volume of hair, you can get with this look.

This Nubian Fro can last up to 3 months looking good.

Dear to Wear!

What do you think?

Kirigo

Your Natural Hair Coach

What Can I do When I Cut the Perm Out?

There are many styles one can wear, once the texturized hair has been cut off.

The styles may vary according to the length of hair, density-meaning how much your hair you have, thick or thin hair, and ply-ability-meaning how well your hair performs while styling.

How did she achieve this look?

Her natural transitional hair choice was, the SisTwist, lasted for about 4-6 months, when the new growth was about 3 inches, she was ready for the "BIG CHOP".

She came to me very nervous that evening, about having to cut her hair..., and when all was said and done, she was so happy with her decision.

The whole time she was getting her hair cut, and Two Strand Twist Pluck Out, she was on the phone with all of her home girls checking in on how she was doing.

What great support that was, being displayed before my eyes. Then I realized they all were experiencing their own internal fears, because she was the first sista in her circle, that courageously took on the natural hair journey.

Wishing you all the best. What a glow you have, wearing your own natural hair.

Kirigo

Your Natural Hair Coach

WORKSHOP: At-Home Care for Natural Hair, Nov. 5 in Baltimore

Want to learn how to care for and manage your natural hair at home? Join me, your Natural Hair Coach, as I teach this workshop in Baltimore, Md. this weekend. Watch and learn as I demonstrate techniques, and get all your questions answered about tools, products, hair maintenance and more.

Date: Saturday, November 5, 2011

Time: 4:00 - 5:30 p.m.

Cost: $10

To Register: Email More Hair! Studio or call (443) 869-3902

More info: Click here

Hope to see you there!

 

Kirigo
Your Natural Hair Coach

Ask Kirigo: How do I manage my split ends in a place where African hair and products are not popular?

Here's a 911 situation for a sister in Ireland. This is a situation that happens to be very common for Black women who end up in countries or cities where natural hair is unheard of. Just read and see what challenges Jaki is faced with. Can you relate?

Hi, visited your site tonight. thanks for being such an inspiration. I live in Ireland, my natural journey is 1 and half yrs now. Had ups and down, struggling with split ends but hanging in. Been relaxed for ten yrs!
your name sounds Kenyan, have you heritage from Kenya? am Kenyan.
the sis twist is it kinky hair extensions? They look fab,l want to try them.What do u advice for my seriously splitting ends. Just bought the aussies products, in Ireland we don't have a wide range of products let alone natural hair,hope to hear from you.

Regards
Jaki

Hello Jaki,
Great to here from you all the way from Ireland.

Split ends, if not cut off, can be a big problem. I recommend you find a shampoo and a conditioner that has the word HYDRATING on it. After washing your hair, saturate your hair with the conditioner, place a shower cap on your head for at least 30 min. If you can sit under a dryer even better. Comb your hair with a wide tooth comb before rinsing the conditioner.

Next rinse the conditioner, and blow dry your hair and cut off at least 2 inches. You may need some else to do that for you, but it is the only way to maintain healthy natural hair. Continue with the deep conditioner every 2 weeks, and just twist you hair after rinsing. Slowly the state of your hair will improve. Please be patient.

Hope to hear from you soon with your follow up. Oh by the way I am definitely from Kenya. Raised in Canada, living in the US, but my first home is KENYA (More about me here).

Kirigo
Your Natural Hair Coach

I Want to Go Natural But My Hair Is Breaking!

Here's a great question submitted by Tanya, who is transitioning to natural hair:

  

I have a question about taking care of my natural hair. How I would take care of it before I start to twist it, Loc it, etc.? What steps that I can do or what product can I use for my hair without weighing it down? I have been wearing braids for about 7 yrs. off and on and I still haven't found what it is that I want to do with my hair. I'm from Chicago and I've been living in Atlanta for 12 yrs. now and still can't find a hair stylist that I can trust that's why I opt to go natural. Now that I no longer have extension braiding in my hair what can I do? I decided last year that I would take the braids out and try this product called ____ and that product took out the crown of my hair and now, I had to start all over with the growing process with my hair and the crown hasn't fully come back. I've taken out the braids to give a break and now I'm wearing a wig. My hair is so uneven all over and I would like to wear it natural. I thought about cutting it all off but that's a lot of hair around the sides and the back.

Also why is it that my hair can grow so well in the back and take so much longer around the rest of my head.

Need help BAD!
Tanya

 

My dear Tanya,

Thanks for writing! First of all I want to let you know that your natural journey can take a turn for the best. Your immediate concern should be to improve the health of your hair. That means getting hair treatments, such as deep conditioners combined with hot oil treatments.

(View the following for more info: Why is My Hair Breaking Off While I'm Growing Out My Perm? and What Hair Products Should I Be Using? )

If you have not been getting treatments with your braids or in between your braids, your hair can get weaker over time, and may begin to break. I suspect that's what's happening here.

I must say that if your hair is already breaking, tight braids will only make the problem worse.

If you wore relaxers for many years, that could also weaken your hair, especially on the top of the crown. Other causes of hair breakage can be through stress or new medication. You'll have to consider these factors to see where the root of the problem lies. Also, when it seems like your hair is growing faster at the back than the top, thay may also indicate that the top is breaking off more often. (See photo above for an example of breakage in the back.)

Given the extent of the damage you describe, it would be a good idea to consult with a professional who can assess the condition of your hair in person. You mentioned you're in Atlanta. Taliah Wajiid has a Natural Salon in Atlanta and you may want to check them out. She is all about healthy hair. Visit her web site or call (404)753-4555.

As a Natural hair Coach, I offer fee-based coaching sessions over the phone if you are interested in gaining more insight and finding some solutions that best fit your needs, and for ongoing support through your natural hair journey. You can learn more and book your appointment online.

I know how upsetting it is when your hair is breaking. I'm wishing you all the best and hope that no matter which option you choose that you find your solution soon!

Warmly,

Kirigo

Your Natural Hair Coach

What Hair Products Should I Be Using While I Transition to Natural Hair?

I was recently asked this question which happens to be a very common question, especially for individuals who are transitioning from relaxed or texturized hair to natural hair. I have always said "what works for the goose does not always work for the gander!" There is no one great product, it all depends on the individual. I only recommend that you read all the ingredients in the products.

Words like hydrating, and moisturizing in shampoos and conditioners are good for natural hair. Products that are light and not heavy are also recommended for styling. Avoid anything with wax in it. It tends to make natural hair appear dull looking. Creates a lot of build up which makes it hard to wash out with regular shampoo. May also make combing the hair difficult, causing it to break more than usual.

When locking, the wax may get trapped in the dreadlocks causing them to weigh more than normal altimately causing the locks to weaken, break and fall off. At this point a lot of damage has already occurred. 

So when shopping for the products that best suit your needs,take your time reading the ingredients. If the product of interest has natural ingredients, and the price is right, why not try it ,it might be the one for you.

Do you have a great product that is a must share? Let us know why!

 

Kirigo

Your Natural Hair Coach