I thought it would be fun to do a natural hair tag on my blog. I’ve seen a lot of YouTubers in the natural hair community do this, and I thought, “Why not?” Although I am not a YouTuber and haven’t worked up the confidence to record myself and speak in front of a camera, I still figured that using this platform would be just as effective.
I will be answering these 20 questions prompted by youtubetagsxx from Tumblr. If you would like to read a more in-depth post about my hair journey and what 4c Nappy Hair means to me, be sure to check out my first post, “What is 4c Nappy Hair?“
The 20 Questions:
- Why did you start taking better care of your hair?
- What are your two favourite hair products?
- Whose hair did you admire as a child?
- What is your ultimate goal length?
- How are you going to celebrate when you reach your ultimate goal length?
- Two styles you want to try at your goal length?
- Which do you prefer: Health or length?
- Which do you prefer: hair ties with no metal parts or butterfly clips?
- What products do you prefer: salon brands, organic brands, BSS brands, drugstore brands or other?
- Which product/technique do you think is overrated?
- Which product/technique do you think is underrated?
- What is your favourite part of your hair regimen?
- What is the most annoying part of your hair regimen?
- Oils or butters?
- Buns or ponytails?
- Wigs or weaves?
- At what length do you consider hair long?
- When is the last time you visited a salon?
- What do you like to surf most often: Youtube channels, personal blogs, or hair forums?
- What piece of advice would you give to someone just starting out their hair journey?
1. Why did you start taking better care of your hair?
The reason I made the decision to start taking better care of my hair was because my hair ran out of lives. It was destroyed, lifeless, and completely dead! The natural hair community on YouTube was my saving grace. Being inspired by so many YouTubers’ hair journeys—and developing a real understanding of basic care for textured hair—really moved me to take responsibility of my own crown.
2. What are you two favourite hair products?
My two favorite hair products would have to be from Camille Rose Naturals (1) Algae Renew Deep Conditioner and (2) the Curlaide Moisture Butter (Green Tea & Jojoba). Currently, it has been impossible to get my hands on Algae Renew Deep Conditioner in Edmonton, so I have switched over to SheaMoisture’s Manuka Honey & Mafura Oil Intensive Hydration Masque.
3. Whose hair did you admire as a child?
Barbie. It’s the truth, and I know some of you can relate!
4. What is your ultimate goal length?
Bra strap length. However, length is not a priority for me anymore—the health of my hair is. Length comes as a bonus.
5. How are you going to celebrate when you reach your ultimate goal length?
If I happen to reach my ultimate goal length, I will celebrate by ordering a box of pepperoni pizza with extra cheese. Pizza never disappoints.
6. Two styles you want to try at your goal length?
Two styles I would like to try are: (1) Goddess braids and (2) a Flexi Rod set.
7. Which do you prefer: Health or length?
Health over length any day! Lengthy hair is a direct byproduct of healthy hair.
8. Which do you prefer: hair ties with no metal parts or butterfly clips?
I prefer hair ties with no metal parts. My signature hairstyle will not work with butterfly clips (no, no).
9. What products do you prefer: salon brands, organic brands, BSS brands, drugstore brands or other?
Assuming that BSS stands for Beauty Supply Store (lol), I would say BSS brands because that is where I purchase a majority of my hair products.
10. Which product or technique do you think is overrated?
I can name a list of techniques that I think are overrated simply because they have not worked for me major one being a wash ’n’ go.
11.Which product or technique do you think is underrated?
Jamaican Black Castor Oil (JBCO). There was a point in time when everyone would rave about JBCO for its hair growth and thickening properties, but eventually that hype died down. I’m assuming individuals weren’t getting the instant results they anticipated, because it is very rare for someone to suggest castor oil for hair growth and thickness anymore. Nowadays, people are resorting to other products, methods or even formulating their own concoctions to achieve results. Well, I am here to say, JBCO works! Just like everything else in life, it requires patience and consistency.
12. What is your favourite part of your hair regimen?
My favourite part of my hair regimen is sitting under a heating cap. The Lord knows wash days are no joke!
13. What is the most annoying part of your hair regimen?
The most annoying part of my hair regimen would have to be detangling. If you know, YOU KNOW!
14. Oils or butters?
Hmm, oils. Manila because some butters are more of a miss than a hit when applied to my hair. Also, no matter what, you will always find oil in a household kitchen cupboard.
15. Buns or ponytails?
Buns! I love a sleek low bun with a middle part—it is my signature style.
16. Wigs or weaves?
Neither. However, if I had to choose, I would prefer wigs. With wigs there is no long-term commitment. You have the flexibility to wear your natural hair out, let it breathe, and most importantly, maintain your hair care regimen.
17. At what length do you consider hair long?
If you can catch your hair up into a ponytail, your hair is long. Period.
18. When is the last time you visited a salon?
November 26, 2016 (R.I.P.).
19. What do you like to surf most often: Youtube channels, personal blogs, or hair forums?
YouTube channels—I live vicariously through the creators I’m subscribed to.
20. What piece of advice would you give to someone just starting out their hair journey?
It is all trial and error, so do not expect to achieve the same results as someone else. I always say that what works for others may not necessarily work for you. Experiment, test out different products and styles, and give products a fair chance to work before jumping to something new. Create a simple regimen that works for you, be attentive to your hair’s needs, and incorporate steps into your regimen, as needed. Accept the fact that you will encounter bad hair days, and know that is completely normal (just wrap your hair in a headscarf and you are good to go!). And last but not least, embrace who you are—hair and all. Remember, your hair does not define you as a person. I believe your heart does, so stay true to who you are and spread the love.
And that concludes my natural hair tag!
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Share your answers to one or more of the questions above in the comments below. I would love to read some of your responses.
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