(I'm not crazy, I'm just excited) The shortest layers of my hair are at the nape, which means that is where the most natural hair is. I washed my hair today and was excited to see how much natural hair I had at the back. It was really soft and it gives me a good idea of what the rest of my hair could be like. Just wanted to share my excitement! Wet hair Parted slightly higher - my two textures blend well ...

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In my previous post, I was complaining about the hair breakage in my crown. I said it was time for another hair cut, and today I went and got one! My hairdresser said that my hair's health has improved since she last saw me 6-7 weeks ago. She said as my natural hair comes in, it's 'blending better' with the rest of my hair. I think last time I went, my new growth was really crunchy and dry and the texture difference was pretty obvious. I assume my stylist couldn't tell where the line of demarcation was as...

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OK so I know I've already written a post on crown and nape breakage, but having experienced crown breakage in the past and recovered from it, this past problem of mine has returned with a vengeance.  You can view a list of some of the possible causes and solutions for such breakage here, but I will explain what I believe to be the two reasons for mine: To begin, the hair in my crown (the middle of my head) is a different texture to the rest. It's drier, thicker and frizzier, but its rough texture should not be...

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Congratulations to me for reaching the six months mark into my transition. Honestly, I don't miss relaxers at all and I'm enjoying the new thicker hair that is growing in. In this post, I'm going to share with you my thoughts at this point in my journey along with what I've learned so far: My thoughts: I'm slightly worried about how I'm going to wear my hair when its fully natural. I know I want to do things like twist - outs but that's all very good in theory. I'm asking myself questions like 'how much will my...

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I can't be the only one to have accumulated a whole bunch of hair products? I've read so many reviews and jumped on so many bandwagons only to find that the product did nothing for my hair. Today, I took a look in my cabinet and picked out all the products - conditioners, moisturisers and oils - that didn't, or no longer meet my expectations. Yes, there are some popular brands here (Cantu, Mizani, Aphogee etc), but price and status doesn't mean the product will work for you. I had tried the coconut oil many times and found...

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If you read my previous post, you may know I've struggled with dry hair that won't stay moisturised for long enough. In this post I talked about using a conditioner mixed with oil, but I have since found a product which I believe to be much, much better. I've been using African Pride Olive Miracle Moisturizer Lotion at night to moisturise my hair. It is a product that leaves my hair feeling silky and blinging with shine, but without that greasy feeling (unless I use too much!) I've tried loads of moisturisers that I am excited to say this one is...

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Deep conditioning is an essential part of a healthy hair regime. It helps us to restore the much-needed moisture and protein back into our parched or weakened strands, improving softness, elasticity, shine and strength. Here are 5 easy steps that you can take to ensure you get the most out of your deep conditioning sessions: Use heat Using heat while deep conditioning opens up the cuticle, allowing the conditioner to penetrate further into the hair strand and offer maximum benefits. Simply cover your hair with a shower cap, plastic bag or cling film (saran wrap) while you treat your...

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This post is an update to my previous post in which I vented my frustration with experiencing tangled and dry hair after washing it. I had concluded that I would: 1. Wash my hair in the shower as opposed to leaning over the bath to avoid tangles Update: Today I washed and conditioned my hair in the shower and tried not to manipulate my hair while doing so. I don't feel like I got any less tangles this way but I guess it's good practice for later. I concluded that the tangles are not caused by the position in which I...

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The last few times I've washed my hair, whether I air dry or blow dry, my roots become matted, and my hair is dry and extremely tangled. With a matted mini afro underneath and straight hair on top, I end up looking like a troll doll. I know this is partly because I'm transitioning and the relaxed hair tangles up with the natural hair, but it's causing a lot of breakage and frustration. After some thinking, I believe my roots get matted and hard to comb simply because they're dry! I am still 'learning' my hair and guess...

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So you know I wear my hair straight. I've experienced two problems with moisturising my hair in its flat ironed state: 1. Waking up the next day with it having reverted! Whether I use a watery moisturiser or a creme based one, my roots never keep straight or frizz free. 2. My hair feels moisturised but is weighed down and stringy Normally, I apply my moisturiser and then seal, but today I tried a new but very simple technique: I rubbed my moisturiser and oil together in my hands first - then applied to my hair. I used...

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Whether you're transitioning or simply on a journey to achieve healthier, thicker or longer hair, we all know that the journey takes time. I'm 23 weeks (5+ months) into my transition and am starting to feel fed up with my hair. It's been breaking a lot recently and is feeling really dry... So how can we keep motivated while on the road to our goals? Below, I've compiled a list of 9 suggestions that hopefully will keep you motivated when you're feeling discouraged:   1. Keep a blog or journal:  Document the products and techniques that did and...

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