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

 

  

Razaria's Journey from Perm to Dreadlock Extensions to Locs

  Here's another natural hair success story!

Razaria came to me with relaxed hair a little over a year ago. She wanted to make the transition to natural hair and decided that dreadlock extensions would be best for her. One year later, she decided to cut off the extensions and celebrate wearing her own shorter natural locs! How courageous she is! As difficult as it was each step of the way, emotionally, physically (self esteem), mentally -- Razaria still stepped out in faith and is loving each stage, every step of the way.

Here's what she had to say:

I have always had a love/hate relationship with my permed hair. On Wednesday, May 19, 2010, I started my hair journey towards wearing my hair as I truly desire. Through this journey, I have been fortunate to have Kirigo as my hair coach. Since starting this journey, I have finally felt at peace with hair with my hair. Every time I do something different to my hair or go through another phase on my journey, I fall in love with my hair all over again! In short, I truly LOVE my LOCS!!!

Razaria : )

For more pictures of her natural hair journey, check out Razaria's Facebook photo album showing her perm, dreadlock extensions, and natural dreadlocks in a variety of styles. Beautiful!

Tell us about your own natural hair journey! How did you transition to natural hair? How did you feel about your decision then and now?

Kirigo
Your Natural Hair Coach

The Mohawk: Hot Natural Hair Style for Spring/Summer 2011

The Mohawk! Mokawks and "Faux Hawks" are the hottest look this season in all the hair industries.

It's easy to do with dreadlocks or dreadlock extensions. In this photo, first I roller set her Lock Extensions.  Then I manipulated her hair by twisting and pinning it on the sides with hair pins to create a Mohawk look. 

This style has a professional feel, so she can go to work feeling confident, yet edgy and trendy.

Mohawks are being worn by all age groups. You just need to find the right style to match the look that your after.

What do you think?

Yes these are Lock Extensions!

Kirigo

Natural Hair Coach

Do It Yourself: Easy Wet Set Hair Style for All Types of Dreadlocks

Here is a natural hair style that can be easily done at home especially if you are looking to do something special with your dreadlocks for Valentine's Day.

After washing your hair, towel dry it until it just feels damp to the hand.

Section some of the locks and braid your hair down to the tips and place a rubber band at the end to keep it in place. Continue this procedure until you have braided all your locks. I recommend to start in the front and make your way to the back, because if you get tired along the way, at least the front will have already been taken care of. Besides that is where people are going to see first, so put your efforts there.

For tighter and longer lasting results,  make the braids smaller, sit under a dryer for at least 30 minutes, and let the hair stay like that over night.

The next day, undo all the braids, oil the scalp if needed and add some shine spray to finish the look.

This style works for men, women and children. It can be used on both natural dreadlocks and dreadlock extensions.

 

 Try it at home and let me know how did it work out for you?

 

Kirigo

Your Natural Hair Coach

Caring for Lock Extensions: Having To Take Matters into Your Own Hands! (Video)

I have a client I installed dreadlock extensions for a while back.

Her challenge since I installed lock extensions for her, has been failure to find a stylist in the city where she lives that can care for them on a regular basis. I have coached her over the phone for some time on how to care for her own hair. She thought it was best for her to come and check in with me, to assure that she was on the right track.

She has made me very proud and it has become easier for her as her hair has grown longer. She transitioned straight from a perm into lock extensions.

Here is her video testimony.

Kirigo

Your Natural Hair Coach

 

Dreadlock Extensions as a Natural Hair Resolution for New Years

Another Natural Hair Journey! Yehhh!

In this case this client had extremely damaged hair when she came to me. I first had to just give her treatments for her hair until I thought it was strong enough for any styling.

After showing her what her options were, she decided to go with the Lock Extensions, which I have to say was the best choice for her.

Here is her testimony:

Kirigo

Your Natural Hair Coach

   

Essence Magazine: Hot Hair Special Issue

Have you seen this issue on the magazine stands lately? I suggest you pick it up, and look at some of the styles with natural hair. Beautiful!

Major cities such as D.C., Detroit, Atlanta, and New York are represented. Length of hair options and styles are included, and much more.

Page 73 and 74 have some of the best lock styles in the magazine. Overall I think this issue can be inspiring for stylists offering creative ideas, and can offer more natural style options for clients who want to try something new.

I love this issue.

source: Essence

Thanks Essence you've done us proud.

Kirigo Kabuga
Natural Hair Coach

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Lock Extensions: An Option toTransition From a Perm to Natural Hair

 

This client was not willing to cut her hair off in order to go natural, because she is used to having long hair. She was also forced to stop perming because her scalp was getting damaged from the perm.

After informing her on what her options were at this stage of her transition, she decided to go for the lock extensions because her long term goal was to have locks.

She is very happy with her choice and tells all her friends and family she wished she knew about this earlier.

Well, the way I see it, better late than never.

What to you think?

Kirigo

Natural Hair Coach

Bantu Knots with Locks or Lock Extensions

One can create different looks for the spring/summer season.

These Bantu Knots, when completely dry, can then be untied loosely which will leave your locks looking curly, giving you yet another look to wear for a few more days.

Have you ever tried this option?

Would you be willing to give it a try and see for yourself?

Let me know how it works out. Remember not to twist tightly.

Kirigo

Your Natural Hair Coach

Mark Your Calenders

In the Maryland, D.C area and would like to check this out?

Loads of interesting things geared for natural hair lovers.

Would love to hear from you if you go.

Hope to make it as well.

Kirigo

Your Natural Hair Coach