Always Kinky: Summer Hair

As the summer approaches I am left wondering what will I do with this crown of glory? I am always tempted to dye, cut, or braid my hair during this time off. I have been trimming my hair like crazy. But of course the more i trim the faster it grows back. My purpose in life is not to have long hair so *shrugs*. I do want my hair to be healthy and perhaps thick. I know that my hair is not thick so I guess I can settle for healthy. What is your summer routine?

Always Kinky: Review Liquid Love

At the Natural Hair Show in Atlanta, I was able to connect with the PR rep from Liquid Love. She gave me some full size samples of the Curl Activator and the Gel. While I have not tried the Gel I did play around in the Curl Activator. I think I used a bit to much and need to use the product more often in order to really give suggestions on when to use it. It did "activate" my curls so it would be good to use as a wash-n-go or wash-n-sleep. What I would not use this for is any sort of twist out. The product has glycerin (not a bad ingredient) that holds in moisture. In a twist out I like to let my hair dray about 80-95% before I twist it. This product took FOREVER to dry on my hair. I can't wait to use this product in the summer or near the beach. A little goes a long way so I do see using this product in the future.

Always Kinky: Hair Banding

While watching some You Tube I saw that some people stretch their hair using rubber bands or hair ties. So of course I had to try it. What I couldn't recall was what type of product was added to the hair prior to the "Banding". Trial and Error left me up to chance. I co-washed with (Tresseme' thermal treatment) and rinsed almost completely. I applied Liquid Love (review to come) and banded my hair into 5 sections. I slept over night praying for it to dry by the morning. In the morning…need I say…..the hair did not dry. The product used kept my hair a little to moisturized for the desired task. So I "unbanded" and the hair was in fact stretched. But it was all in vain because it would not dry that way. Thank God for my expertise with nothing but a bobby pin and some cute blush on my cheeks (it fixes everything). Tonight, now that my hair is dry I will braid my hair in two sections and see how this stretching works. The purpose of this whole process was to stretch without the use of heat so all in all I think it would work with a product with less glycerin.

Always Kinky: Pollen Woes

A conversation with my mommy ( a post loc TWA wearing lady) gave me an idea that I wanted to share. I have been having serious sinus issues and have developed a love affair with the Neti Pot. (Yeah it's gross, but I love to see what comes out). Here is the conversation:
Mommy (who is in the medical profession): your allergies wouldn't be so bad if you washed your hair more often.
Me( having just co-washed for a set of unruly perfect curls): Whaaaah? *crazy eyes*
Mommy: With all that hair you have flying around I am sure you put that pollen all over your pillow and sheets. That's why your sinuses are worse at night.
Me: Hmmmph

I love my Mommy but she has a TWA, this took me back to my college days (when I kept my hair shorter than a TWA). It brings a new meaning to the wash-n-go. So I now have more reasons to cut my hair short…(like I needed more). Maybe it would cut down on my sinusitis and free me from my nightly Neti-pot rendezvous'!

Say Cheese Mommy!

Always Kinky:World Natural Hair Show in Atlanta

There are so many perks of living here in Atlanta, I would have never guessed that the Natural Hair Show would be one of them. This past weekend I had a blast at the show. There were tons of people, vendors, performances and Products GALORE!!!

I will be exploring some of the samples and products that I encountered this past weekend in the next few blog posts. If you were not able to attend the event it is a must do for natural and un-natural haired people.

Check out the YouTube vlog!

Always Kinky: VO5 vs Herbal Essences

As much as I love Hello Hydration by Herbal Essences I have been checking out other products. Before I reached down in my pocket for another $5 to replenish my Hello Hydration, I decided I would risk .88 cents on VO5 Split Ends Treatment Conditioner. Check out my You Tube Review to see the consistency of each conditioner.
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Hello Hydration Herbal Essences

Thick and Nourishing, it is a staple for my hair. I love how it leaves my hair feeling soft and when I mix it with water it gives my hair a very light feeling as well. I have never been a fan of the heavy product look so with this a little goes a long way. I have not seen it less than $4.99 in Target, CVS, Walgreens but I did catch this product for $4.00 in Walmart.

Alberto V05 Split Ends Treatment Conditioner

Not as thick as the other product. Vo5 Leaves the hair feeling light and soft. It works really well on my hair for a Curly Twist Out or a Wash and Go because it dries faster than the other product.





The cost is what really makes the two products a toss up. Would I use 5 bottles of V05 before I use one bottle of Hello Hydration? I doubt it so if you are looking for a cheaper option V05 is a better choice. Overall: I think both of these products are worth trying out to see what is best for you! I like them both J

Always Kinky-UnbeWEAVEable

So I have embarked on a quite interesting field trip recently. I have entered the world of weave land. It has been quite nice actually and I would definitely do it again. The stylist told me I could keep it in for 2 months but I barely lasted 1 month. While I am Always Kinky everyone does not have to know this all of the time *cheese*!

Here are my pro's and con's


 

Pros	Cons
It was full	It was too long
The texture matched well	I had to maintain as if it were my own
I did not have to mess in my hair	I was more self conscious
I could wash it when I wanted	I don't know if my scalp was clean
It was a pleasant change	It was tight in the beginning

 
FAQ :

What type did I use?

Bohyme Brazilian ($90 and up depending on the length)

Was it worth it?

I think so, I wanted to be able to wash and treat the hair normally so it was pretty good quality.

Would you do it again?

Absolutely, I would definitely make it shorter next time but I really enjoyed the experience J.

About that, a couple of tweeps and I have noticed that there are different types of Natural Hair DIVAs!


 
I have found all types of #natural hair in my life. A conversation on Twitter led me to this blog today. I think there are 3 types of Natural Hair sistas out there. This is only from my own personal observations.

1. A Type- Learning a discovering natural hair, this type is asking questions and is very proud of their hair and and their own personal hair changes that have been made.
   
2. B Type- Most likely been natural hair for a while and respects all forms of hair care. This person may wear their hair in all types of styles: weaves, braids, afro, straight or twists. As long as its healthy to each their own.
   
3. C Type- Natural Hair Activist this type is so excited about their own hair accomplishments that they think it is the only way for someone to wear their hair. This type also looks down on hair that is different from their own hair choices.
   

This is not a rant or a complaint but a mere observation. There is also the under discovered issue between what is real natural hair and you can check out my You Tube channel for that episode ;-)

What type of Natural Hair Chick are you?