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Toward the end of my college career, going natural had become a thing.
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It was 2014 when I attempted totransition from having relaxed hair to naturalfor the first time.
At lunch, she kept looking at my hair.
That following weekend, I had my friend relax my hair.
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My second attempt at going natural was a little different.
After going through a breakup and depression, I did what many women dochanged something about my hair.
My stylist convinced me to start the transition period again.
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He cut my hair so perfectly that I was willing to try whatever he suggested.
And, for a year, it worked.
I loved my cut.
Eventually, I did want a change.
So, I decided that I wanted to let my hair grow out again.
This timethe third and final timeI actually made it to a full head of natural hair.
But I was discouraged at first.
My cousin was the first person I told that I was considering growing my hair back out natural.
Her response was unreal.
You dont have good enough hair to venture to go natural, she told me.
Aside from being surprised at her response, it made me a little upset.
What makes people think its OK to use the term good hair?
What is good hair anyway?
Is straight hair good hair?
Or big bouncy curls?
Good hair to me is healthy hair.
Its what you make it.
Though I was faced with disapproval again, I decided to go through with what I wanted.
To start my transition period, I decided to get aprotective stylewhile I did more research.
When I decided to take a break from the braids however, thats when I encountered issues.
I literally felt like I was the only person who couldnt get the hang of having natural hair.
Even with all the YouTube videos and blogs I was reading, it just wasnt working.
My self-esteem was really shot, and I was at my breaking point.
Going natural takes practice, patience, determination, and care.
You have to be willing to let your hair teach you and be OK with trial and error.
Going natural helped me to see myself in a different light.
It helped me realize that no matter how I wore my hair, I was beautiful.
Theres nothing wrong with wanting to be yourselfeven if that isnt who youve been for so long.
Truth be told, Im still trying to figure out what does and doesnt work for my hair.
Its a never-ending process.
Theres hope though, so dont give up.
Ive used everything from thePre-Pooto theDeep Hydration Maskand I love them all because they are so moisturizing.
The entire line smells amazing, and its a consistent scent throughout the line.
The line even includes a body lotion and body wash that are both moisturizing for the skin.
It has been a saving grace for me when Im doing my wash and go styles.
This one does just that for my hair pop in.
For me, its not a problem.
I absolutely love using castor oil after washes and even on my dry hair to seal in moisture.
(For those of you who arent familiar, its a conditioning cleanser that doesn’t lather.)
After researching the term and trying my luck, I stumbled upon this particular one.
Though its just a cowash, it does wonders for my hair in between shampoos.
Though Ive had many setbacks, Im close to perfecting my method.
The Motions Style & Create Versatile Foam Styling Lotion is what helps me get the look just right.
Its light, moisturizing, and doesnt leave your hair smelling like a salon once its dry.
After my first use, though, I can confirm that it was worth the risk.
Theshampoo, which is a gold color, lathers perfectly and a little really goes a long way.
And dont think thats the only good thing about this brand.
Themaskonly heightened the feeling.
All three help me get a nice, sleek top puff.
But after finding Wet Line Xtreme, I rarely use Eco anymore.
This gel keeps my hair from shrinking up when I air-dry my hair, and its lightweightnot crunchy.
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