natural hair – Community Posts https://www.community-posts.com Excellence Post Community Wed, 22 Jun 2022 07:18:58 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8 Black Athletes Need Hair Care, Too https://www.community-posts.com/lifestyle/black-athletes-need-hair-care-too.html Thu, 24 Feb 2022 17:00:00 +0000 https://www.community-posts.com/lifestyle/black-athletes-need-hair-care-too.html [ad_1]

I skipped prom to race in a track meet during my junior year of high school. Yes, I chose to run around in circles over getting dressed up and spending time with my friends at the biggest social event of the year. My reason? I didn’t want to “deal with” my hair.

I was one of the few Black girls at my all-girls boarding school in semi-rural Connecticut. I grew up in Brooklyn, where Black hair salons are usually a stone’s throw away and the pressure of existing in a wealthy, white space was much less crushing. So for those four years away from home, I had to balance discovering my Blackness and doing my own hair for the first time, all while being relatively new to running.

I didn’t know how to use a good wide-toothed comb and seldom had easy access to no-lye relaxer. And I definitely did not have time for regular deep-conditioning treatments amidst classmates telling me my hair “felt like worms” (yes, I told them they couldn’t touch my hair; they did so anyway). Since then, I’ve found luck with a hair care brand called Aphogee to reduce damage from too-tight ponytails and general dryness.

I was also the only Black person on the girls’ cross country team and stuck out like a sore thumb among my white teammates; I won almost every race by a landslide. Most people don’t expect an American Black girl to be a cross country runner, and especially not finishing in first place for an elite school. People stared at me before and after each meet, which made me self-conscious and deeply uncomfortable. To say that I struggled to take care of my hair, particularly in this environment, would be a monumental understatement. All my success and accomplishments just made me feel smaller. I felt like I wasn’t supposed to like running, let alone be good at it.

My teammates were as accepting as most non-Black girls can be: kind, but unaware of their privilege. One girl asked me how my summer training went after she detailed running in Nantucket under the supervision of a personal coach. Another would let me borrow running clothes if I forgot to do laundry because she had such a surplus of Lululemon. It was very clear to me that the girls never understood how our school was built for students like them; Rockefeller and Bush family members were alumni. F. Scott Fitzgerald’s muse, who inspired Bocoran Slot Gacor Hari Ini Daisy Buchanan in The Great Gatsby, matriculated in 1914. And almost 100 years later I, a young Black girl, graduated from the very same school.

Black hair is as stigmatized by non-Black society as it is prized by those who wear it, and the fitness and wellness space is no exception. According to a study by Perception Institute, 1 in 3 Black women cite their hair as the reason they have avoided exercise in the past, compared to 1 in 10 white women. It comes as no surprise that the adult running community is overwhelmingly non-Black.

Dry shampoo and a Dyson Airwrap does not work for most Black folks after a 6-mile jog through the park. Even if those were viable solutions for post-run haircare, many Black runners cannot afford to spend time and money fixing styles that cost time and money in the first place. I’ve been to most boutique fitness studios at this point: SoulCycle, Rumble, SLT, Y7, you name it. And not once at any of these studios, including gyms like Equinox that have a wider variety of fitness options, have I seen products for Black hair in the locker room. I avoid using the shampoo at all these places, because their products leave my hair feeling brittle. Like my boarding school, these fitness options are not built for me either.

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Gabrielle Union Wants Us to Love Black Women ‘As They Show Up’ https://www.community-posts.com/lifestyle/gabrielle-union-wants-us-to-love-black-women-as-they-show-up.html Fri, 18 Feb 2022 20:22:37 +0000 https://www.community-posts.com/lifestyle/gabrielle-union-wants-us-to-love-black-women-as-they-show-up.html [ad_1]

Gabrielle Union couldn’t have a more perfect name. The actor understands that the most important part of her job is not the glitz and glam (though she’s pretty incredible at that part too), but the power of unity. Throughout her career, she’s made it a point to uplift others—especially other Black women—through charity work, her production company I’ll Have Another, and using her platform to speak out against racism in the industry.

Union’s latest project is a panel she’s co-hosting with Taraji P. Henson and Sally Beauty on February 22. The roundtable will not only feature the two celebrity brand owners, but the Black female founders of smaller hair brands including The Doux, True + Pure Texture, and Mielle Organics. It may seem strange that these women who are technically competitors are coming together, but according to Union, at the end of the day, it’s bigger than selling shampoo and edge control. 

“When I started my hair line, one of the first people to reach out was Taraji,” Union tells Glamour. “She was like, ‘Send me products. I’ll promote it.’ And always in the back of your mind, you’re like, “But you have a hair line. Are you sure?'” But then Henson reminded Union that she was one of the very first people to post Henson’s line when it launched. “That’s what we do because there’s enough space for all of us. And so we’re like, ‘Okay, how do we take what we do for each other, and expand that?’ And so, at Taraji’s behest, we created this round table of founders.”

“You just wish that you could have done things sooner to make sure that everyone got included in these kinds of projects,” Union continues. “But what I love about how Taraji and I have always moved through Hollywood and the world, is this world is big enough for all of us to thrive. And sometimes when we put ourselves or we get put in little boxes, we can’t always see what the others are doing, or what they’ve demanded and gotten, or what worked, or why something didn’t work. And sharing those resources, sharing that information, being mentors… It just wasn’t always encouraged. But the way it’s always worked with us is we are our brothers’ and sisters’ keepers. And if I have information, you have information. And if I have a platform, you have a platform. How can we expand that? And that’s what we’ve come up with with the founder’s round table.” 

“It’s easy to support people as they’re winning an Oscar or winning the Super Bowl or whatever,” she says. “It’s easier to be a fan and support them. But when people are at their darkest moment, who really shows up? And when it’s time for real solidarity, who really shows up? And, luckily we walk the walk, and that we talk. So hopefully it inspires more people to do the same.”

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The Coolest Box Braid Hairstyles to Try This Year https://www.community-posts.com/lifestyle/the-coolest-box-braid-hairstyles-to-try-this-year.html Mon, 07 Feb 2022 22:14:00 +0000 https://www.community-posts.com/lifestyle/the-coolest-box-braid-hairstyles-to-try-this-year.html [ad_1]

Out of all the protective hairstyles Black women cycle through, box braids hairstyles are probably one of the most popular. Not only are they super stylish, but they give us a chance to give our hair a break. “When natural hair is overmanipulated, it tends to cause breakage, so a protective style like box braids protects it from being harmed,” says Ursula Stephen, celebrity hairstylist and global ambassador for Suave, Tresemmé, and Dove. 

Over the last few years, some of our favorite celebrities have made box braids their go-to hair style for red carpets or social media appearances with It girls like Coi Leray, Rihanna, Zoë Kravitz, and Zendaya all rocking the protective style. 

What are box braids?

In short, they’re braids that get their name from the square shape in which your hair is sectioned off. They’re most often installed with extensions and come in a range of lengths, sizes, and colors (as you’ll see ahead).

If you’re thinking of getting the style yourself, there are a couple of things Stephen thinks you should know. First, you should treat and trim your hair prior. Natural hair is often blow-dried out beforehand to make the installation process easier for your stylist, so you can have your ends cut then. Speaking of stylists, Stephen recommends that you research yours beforehand and be conscious of the sensitive parts of your scalp during the braiding process. “If you have a thin or weak hairline, then you shouldn’t put excess tension on those areas,” she warns.

Once you have your box braids in, it’s easy to forget about your actual from-the-root hair which, yes, still requires moisturizing. “Products that have penetrating ingredients like coconut oil, jojoba oil, and olive oil are great to use while wearing these styles,” says Stephen. As for when to take them down, she recommends keeping them in for two months maximum.

Now that we have the basics out of the way, we’ve rounded up some of the coolest box braids hairstyles for you to consider. Fair warning, though: It’ll be hard to choose just one. Scroll on through for our favorites. 

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Tabitha Brown Finds Freedom in Her Hair https://www.community-posts.com/lifestyle/tabitha-brown-finds-freedom-in-her-hair.html Thu, 03 Feb 2022 22:43:27 +0000 https://www.community-posts.com/lifestyle/tabitha-brown-finds-freedom-in-her-hair.html [ad_1]

It’s no coincidence Tabitha Brown rose to fame during the worst of the pandemic. During a time where people were starved for joy, millions flocked to the actor and host’s TikTok for easy vegan recipes, but stayed for the pure warmth she radiates, even through a screen. She quickly fulfilled her goal of being “America’s Mom,” someone everyone could turn to for a little extra self-love and life advice, delivered in her soothing Southern lilt. 

While Brown currently oozes self-love, she says that wasn’t always the case, especially when it comes to her hair. That’s why she’s partnered with Dove for the brand’s new As Early As Five campaign. The campaign is the latest chapter of the brand’s continuing support of The Crown Act, and aims to highlight the alarming rate at which young Black girls experience hair discrimination in school. Per a new study from Dove, 53% of Black mothers say their daughters have experience hair discrimination as early as five years old, and 86% of Black teens that have experience hair discrimination have endured it by 12 years old.

“When I first learned about this, I was in shock,” Brown tells Glamour. “I had no idea that it was okay in some states for this to happen. I think out about my own personal journey, and different instances where this has been my story more times than I can count. A lot of times when you’re going through those things, it becomes so normalized to you that you don’t think anything else of it. We’ve all been so programmed that this is just the way it is, that you don’t think anything else about it, right? Even though we know it’s wrong.” 

In addition to a short film highlighting real cases of discrimination, Dove has tapped Brown to encourage her followers to raise awareness for The Crown Act, a cause she’s been supporting for years. “When I found out about the Crown Act, I was like, oh my God, you mean to tell me I can actually fight for this?” she says. “I can actually get an act passed so that these are not anyone else’s stories, or my children’s stories.”

We caught up with Brown to talk about her own personal hair journey, how she takes a moment for herself, and why her mom will always be her hero. Read on as she answers Glamour‘s Big Beauty Questions

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Glamour: What was your relationship like with your hair growing up? 

Tabitha Brown: Growing up, honey, I loved my hair! I wore a lot of braids and plaits, and I had a lot of hair. My mom would be like, “Girl, this hair’s like two big pom poms,” when I did poufs. But I went through all of the things, especially being from the South, that a lot of us went through. As a little girl wearing all the barrettes and the ponytails and things like that. And then went through the whole Jheri curl phase. Before getting to that, my great, great aunt who was like the town cosmetologist, she would press our hair and then on Sunday mornings, if I didn’t sweat it out, it would be okay. But if I sweat it out a little bit, my grandma would hit that hot comb on the stove before church and get them bangs back straight. 

And then of course got into the “creamy crack,” as we call it—the perm—and started perming my own hair and wearing different styles. The Salt n’ Pepa era came with a high-low on one side, and all the fun. It was the freedom to wear my hair however. I do also remember a time where we would get a little frowned at by certain people, like teachers, for those different looks. But it didn’t matter because you’re so young, you don’t think about it until later in life. As a child, I was more free than before I allowed the world to condition me to believe that I wasn’t.

What’s your relationship with your hair like now? Do you still feel that freedom? 



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Yaya DaCosta’s Hair Care Involves Whole Foods Shampoo and Making Her Own Gel https://www.community-posts.com/lifestyle/yaya-dacostas-hair-care-involves-whole-foods-shampoo-and-making-her-own-gel.html Tue, 28 Sep 2021 13:00:00 +0000 https://www.community-posts.com/lifestyle/yaya-dacostas-hair-care-involves-whole-foods-shampoo-and-making-her-own-gel.html [ad_1]

So how does Yaya DaCosta maintain it all? For this edition of Wash Day Diaries, she walks us through her favorite products to keep her curls healthy and moisturized.

Pre-poo

I wash my hair on average once a week. If I decide that I’m going to wash it, when I have time, I use a scalp treatment beforehand. I’ll take some oil and put it all on my scalp. It’s usually some mixture of ingredients that are stimulating to the scalp, since it could be like a castor oil base with some tea tree or even cayenne—just not too much. Those ingredients tingle and activate the scalp and promote hair growth.

Castor Oil USDA Organic Cold-Pressed

Shampoo

I tend to use a simpler brand, like what you would buy at Whole Foods or a health food store. When I was living in New York, where I’m from, I would use Carol’s Daughter products back in the day before they blew up into a huge brand. I used to go to the original little small shop in Brooklyn and get different shampoos and hair moisturizers. 

Goddess Strength Fortifying Shampoo

Conditioner

After shampooing, I immediately go in with the conditioner. My favorite thing is actually to soak it on. I use the same brand as the shampoo from Whole Foods. I have to buy bottles and bottles, because I have a lot of thick hair and I like it to be fully saturated in conditioner. If I have time, then I’ll just tie it up in a top knot and cover it with a shower cap or a plastic bag and then put a head wrap over that and go about my errands for the day for maybe a few hours. I’ll keep it on anywhere from an hour to five hours. I don’t tend to do that in the winter as much because I don’t like a wet head outside in the cold; but if the weather’s warm enough, I like to do that.

Purezero Moroccan Argan Oil Shampoo and Conditioner

Detangler

Then when I go in to detangle, it’s so slippery and so easy. Sometimes I use a brush, like a Denman brush, and I’ll even go in with smaller sections with a Tangle Teezer, especially if I’m going to do a twist out or do braids. Then I just rinse it over and over and over again to make sure that all the product is out. 

Hair Oil/Gel

I go in with some oil. Usually, I like Camellia seed oil. I like Argan oil. Castor oil is very thick, so I only put that on my scalp—not the actual hair. I also like shea seed oil. I just make sure that it’s super moisturized and the oil is locking in the moisture.

I make my own flaxseed oil. I’ve been doing that for many years. There are so many things that have that slip effect. The main ingredient is flaxseed, and there are a bunch of other proprietary ingredients. Sometimes I’ll add a marshmallow root or slippery elm, all those kinds of things that have slip to them, and use that as a gel. It’s much easier on the hair if you do it right. If you add a little oil, it doesn’t flake if you’re changing styles and don’t want to rinse the product out. It can just be reactivated with water and then reset again. 

Curl Cream

If I’m doing a twist, one of my favorite products is the Jane Carter Solution curl defining cream. I like to use that. My main thing with products is that I can’t deal with strong smells. The first thing I do when I’m in a store shopping is to see if the container opens enough to be able to smell the product. If it’s sweet or fruity or flowery, I can’t do it. I try to use unscented. I find the Jane Carter products to be very versatile and mild in terms of scent.

Jane Carter Solution Curl Defining Cream

Paulina Jayne Isaac is an editor and freelance writer based in Philadelphia. You can follow her on Instagram @paulinajayne15.



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Even Lizzo Hasn’t Always Loved Her Hair https://www.community-posts.com/lifestyle/even-lizzo-hasnt-always-loved-her-hair.html Wed, 18 Aug 2021 20:53:07 +0000 https://www.community-posts.com/lifestyle/even-lizzo-hasnt-always-loved-her-hair.html [ad_1]

And what’s a beauty rule you think is BS? 

I’ve had a lot of fun experimenting with short hair. I was always told, “You’re a big girl, so you have to have big hair to look slimmer.” And I’m like, well, what if I don’t care about looking slimmer? So, that’s one of those rules that’s BS to me. That is some bullshit. I’m going to wear short hair, and I’ve had a lot of fun with pixie cuts.

Fill in the blank. I love my hair…

I love my hair the more I put love into it.

What’s a way you show your hair love?

Man, I show my hair love by leaving it the fuck alone. I’m one of those girls that will fidget with her hair. If I get bored or if I’m sad or depressed, I’ll bleach my hair or cut my hair off. I’ll change it all the time. The best thing I learned about her on my head is to leave her alone, give her a break, give her a vacation.

If you could only use three beauty products for the rest of your life, what are they and why?

I’m going to go with my every days. I would say I need an oil. I have a collection of premium oils that I put on my body every single day, but I’m going to choose one out of all of them to make you happy. There’s a shop in Leimert Park in L.A., and they make these oils and body creams from scratch with Shea butter, and there’s a coconut body oil that I would use every day. 

And then rosewater on my face and my body—I put rosewater everywhere, if you know what I’m saying. And castor oil for my hair; I need something for up there. Just something to help the growth.

Heritage Store Rosewater Spray

Tropic Isle Living Jamaican Black Castor Oil

What’s your favorite way to take a moment for yourself?

I’ve recently discovered the joy of sitting and doing nothing. I’m always having to do something, ever since I was a kid. Always working, working, working, or playing, playing, playing. I’ve recently just sat and done nothing and realized, oh, this is nice. So I think quieting my mind, meditation, and doing nothing.

Meditation is hard. I started off by just listening to frequencies or chill music or nature—I love nature, rainstorms, and the ocean. And then I kind of fell off of meditation real bad, and I haven’t been able to sit still for nothing. So I got the Headspace app, which is a really cool app for beginners, to get back into meditation again.

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The Wash Day Detangling Routine This ‘Glamour’ Intern Trusts https://www.community-posts.com/lifestyle/the-wash-day-detangling-routine-this-glamour-intern-trusts.html Wed, 14 Jul 2021 15:19:49 +0000 https://www.community-posts.com/lifestyle/the-wash-day-detangling-routine-this-glamour-intern-trusts.html [ad_1]

Whenever someone asks me what it’s like taking care of natural hair on wash day, I liken it to learning a new language. Pre-poo, deep condition, high vs. low porosity—all that was gibberish to younger Janae, who was used to getting a Brazilian blowout every three weeks and avoiding the rain like it was cursed. 

Three years ago I had a come-to-Jesus moment with my own internalized racism. Years of growing up in white suburbia created an unconscious need to straighten my own hair—a tale as old as time for Black women everywhere. My Big Chop anniversary is March 31, 2018, when, after a sleepless night, I went to a 6 a.m. hair appointment and told my stylist to just cut off the damage. I haven’t let a flat-iron touch my head since. My hairstyles usually exist in cycles. When I have busy work days or swim-filled summers, I go for a protective style. Crochet locs and box braids allow me to experiment with color without the bleach damage.

Going natural is one of the best things I’ve ever done for my self-esteem, but that doesn’t make it any easier to navigate a brush though the storm that is my hair. It’s a science, and I’ve nailed down a pretty good method after plenty of experimenting and practice. Below, read about my wash day routine and my holy grail products. 

Shampooing

The longest, and easily the most important, step. The shower is where I practice my singing, where I have my epiphanies, and where I tangle with detangling—which I used to be terrible at because I’ve inherited my mother’s tender-headed-ness. Then I found the magical elixir that is Design Essentials Honey Creme Shampoo. It smells heavenly and turns my tangled knots into smooth, slippery strands that I can almost finger-detangle. Though it’s still better to have a sturdy comb for those extra-stubborn knots—I’ve lost many a comb in battle.

Design Essentials Honey Creme Moisture Retention Shampoo

Cantu Sturdy Detangle Comb

Conditioning

After battling with my hair to get it combed out, it needs a little TLC. I already swear by Design Essentials for shampoo, so when my hair stylist introduced me to the Almond and Avocado Conditioner three years ago, I didn’t question a thing. It hasn’t let me down since. It hydrates my low-porosity curls and replenishes my hair’s nutrients after any damage I did with the comb. 

Design Essentials Almond & Avocado Moisturizing & Detangling Conditioner

Moisturizing

Ever since I went natural, I’ve been thinking about how badly I want Yara Shahidi curls. The long, flowing, vibrant curls of a woman unbothered. So to protect my growing tresses, I use growth oil just before my hair has dried to lock in the moisture. Whether my hair is moisturizing or deep conditioning, or if I just have disorganized twists for the day, The Slap cap’s satin lining prevents flyaways and keeps me cute while doing it. My days of wearing a bonnet in public are over. 

African Pride Olive Miracle Growth Oil

Grace Eleyae The Slap Satin-Lined Cap in Black

Braid Maintenance

I can’t say enough good things about protective styles. For the most part they’re low-maintenance, but a little extra help really makes them shine. When it’s too tense at the roots (those first few days of a new style), this scalp tonic is refreshing and provides instant relief, like aloe on a sunburn. If the synthetic part of my braids starts to get a bit out of hand, a couple spritzes from this braid spray is enough to tame it. 

African Royale BRX Braid and Extensions Sheen Spray

Design Essentials Peppermint & Aloe Soothing Scalp Tonic

Styling

Sometimes I welcome the challenge of styling my natural hair! After all that work protecting it and making it grow, it’s fun to let it shine. For a looser, bouncier curl pattern, this mousse is perfect. Its texture is like hand soap, and it dries lightning fast, which is extra helpful for busy days. For heavier holds, the curl enhancing smoothie is my favorite product. Plus, it makes me smell like Hawaii. 

Design Essentials Almond & Avocado Curl Enhancing Mousse

SheaMoisture Coconut & Hibiscus Curl Enhancing Smoothie

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FINA Is ‘Reviewing the Situation’ After Barring Soul Cap from the Olympics https://www.community-posts.com/lifestyle/fina-is-reviewing-the-situation-after-barring-soul-cap-from-the-olympics.html Tue, 06 Jul 2021 18:30:00 +0000 https://www.community-posts.com/lifestyle/fina-is-reviewing-the-situation-after-barring-soul-cap-from-the-olympics.html [ad_1]

UPDATE (July 6, 2021, 1:00 PM ET): The International Swimming Federation (FINA) is readdressing its denial of Soul Cap for use in competition swimming, according to a press release from the organization. “FINA is committed to ensuring that all aquatics athletes have access to appropriate swimwear for competition where this swimwear does not confer a competitive advantage,” reads the release. “FINA is currently reviewing the situation with regards to Soul Cap and similar products, understanding the importance of inclusivity and representation.”

As the statement reveals, FINA will also speak with the brand’s manufacturer “about utilizing their products through the FINA Development Centers,” a group of training facilities based in the United States, Russia, Senegal, and Thailand. “FINA expects to make its consideration of Soul Cap and similar products part of wider initiatives aimed at ensuring there are no barriers to participation in swimming, which is both a sport and a vital life skill,” the organization states. 

Allure has reached out to Soul Cap for further comment.


Soul Cap, a Black-owned line of inclusive swimming caps, has been denied certification for use in competitive swimming by the International Swimming Federation (FINA). The brand, which provides comfortable swimming options for those with Afro hair, locs, braids, and other kinds of voluminous natural hair, will not be allowed during the 2021 Olympic games alongside lower-level competitions held by FINA, according to a report by Metro UK.

The certification was denied approval on the grounds that to their “best knowledge, the athletes competing at the International events never used, neither require to use, caps of such size and configuration,” according to a press release from Soul Caps. Brand representatives also say the rejection also described the swim caps as unsuitable due to their shapes not “following the natural form of the head.”

Soul Cap. 

Courtesy of Soul Cap

In response to FINA’s denial, Soul Cap founders Michael Chapman and Toks Ahmed issued a response, which can be found on the brand’s Instagram. It reads as follows. 

“We hoped to further our work for diversity in swimming through having our caps certified for competition, so swimmers at any level don’t have to choose between the sport they love and their hair. We feel there’s always room for improvement, but there’s only so much grassroots and small brands can do – we need the top to be receptive to positive change. For younger swimmers, feeling included and seeing yourself in a sport at a young age is crucial. FINA’s recent dismissal could discourage many younger athletes from pursuing the sport as they progress through local, county, and national competitive swimming.

“This isn’t just about the Olympics. This is also about the lower leagues of competition swimming — for swimmers at an age where feeling included is so pivotal in their development and goals. We don’t see this rejection as a setback, but rather a chance to open up an important dialogue and make a bigger difference. The response and support around this issue has been phenomenal. We hope our story highlights the lack of diversity in aquatics and drives long-term change in sporting rules.”

Allure reached out to FINA and USA Swimming for comment. Neither responded before time of publication. To learn more about Soul Cap and its mission, visit soulcap.com.

Now, see an Olympic figure skater’s daily beauty routine:

This story originally appeared on Allure. 

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Tanaye White Uses This Curl Gel For the Perfect Twist Out https://www.community-posts.com/lifestyle/tanaye-white-uses-this-curl-gel-for-the-perfect-twist-out.html Wed, 23 Jun 2021 18:46:40 +0000 https://www.community-posts.com/lifestyle/tanaye-white-uses-this-curl-gel-for-the-perfect-twist-out.html [ad_1]

After building a career as a senior communications analyst, Tanaye White made the decision to pursue another passion – modeling. In 2018, after being named a finalist in Sports Illustrated Swimsuit’s 2018 model search, she pivoted full-time and hasn’t looked back since. 

Recently named a 2021 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Rookie, White has worked for brands including Fenty Beauty, Urban Decay, and Victoria’s Secret, all while continuing to advocate for greater diversity and representation in the industry. For her Sport Illustrated shoot, she made a point of wearing her hair out in a natural afro to showcase that Black hair is not only beautiful, it’s sexy too. 

For White, the journey of going natural started in 2016. “For pretty much my entire life I was getting my hair straightened with a hot comb,” she tells Glamour. “I got my first relaxer at six, so I actually never knew the true texture of my hair until I  cut it all off in December 2016. I was just ready for a change and had been slowly growing out the relaxer so I could already see little curls coming in. I was like, Okay, let me just go full throttle. And it has definitely been a journey of self love in and of itself.”

White describes herself as being “very diligent” when it comes to her wash day routine. “I set aside either Sundays or Mondays, always washing my hair at least once a week. If I have a photo shoot where I have a lot of extra products in my hair I might even do it twice.”

After a photoshoot back in 2018 that left her hair significantly heat damaged, the model has been working on restoring it’s natural bounce and softness which takes patience and consistency. To strengthen her curls, she does a rice water treatment at the start of each wash day. “I wash the rice, then I’ll soak it for two to three days. I’ll like to add an orange peel in it just to make sure the smell doesn’t get too bad. Then, before I go through my wash and conditioning process, I spray the water in my hair section by section and let it sit in my hair for one to two hours before rinsing out.”

For the latest Wash Day Diary , White breaks down the rest of her routine, from the shampoo and conditioner duo that have left her curls feeling soft for years to the curl gel she swears by for avoiding white flakes post-twist out. 

Shampoo

For my washing and conditioning, I really love the Shea Moisture Manuka honey line, the one with the blue label.  I’ve been using it for the last few years and I just love how soft and bouncy my hair feels afterwards. 

SheaMoisture Manuka Honey & Yogurt Hydrate + Repair Shampoo

Conditioner

SheaMoisture Manuka Honey & Yogurt Hydrate + Repair Conditioner

Deep Conditioner

 Sometimes, if I really need a deep treatment, I will go ahead and apply Camille Rose’s deep conditioning cream and I’ll let that soak in my hair for an extra 10 minutes before I rinse it out.

Camille Rose Algae Renew Deep Conditioner

Hair Moisturizer

My favorite go to style is a bit of a twist out are or finger shingling  – there are a few different names for it. I section my hair in four quadrants and then I start with moisturizing. I love the Curl Love Moisture Milk by Camille Rose, it has rice milk in it, as well as macadamia oil. I add a small amount to my hand and start to apply to each section. 

Camille Rose Curl Love Moisture Milk

Hair Oil

Then I’ll follow up with their Cocoa Nibs & Honey Growth serum, which has helped my hair maintain moisture. 

Camille Rose Cocoa Nibs & Honey Ultimate Growth Serum

Curl Gel

Then finally, to get really defined curls, I will go ahead and use Camille Rose’s Curl Maker, which has  marshmallow and agave extract. I really love this particular gel simply because it doesn’t leave a cast on my hair. A lot of times, with other brands that I’ve tired, if I put the cream in my hair and then pick it out, I’ll start to notice these white flakes after it’s dried down. And I’m just like, Oh, this is so sad because I worked this hard and now it looks like I have dandruff all over me which defeats the whole purpose.

Camille Rose Curl Maker Defining Gel

Edge Control

I feel like in the last five years or so, baby hairs have become a thing again. And I’m a person who was, for a long time, against them. But during quarantine, I was able to master the art of baby hairs – adult hairs that just happen to be small and in the front of your head. 

For lot of girls who have 4C hair, I feel like they think they can’t achieve the look because they feel like it’s for a specific texture. And I want to combat that idea, because it’s not true. My two favorite brands to use are Ebin’s 24 Hour Edge Tamer and Style Factor’s Edge Booster –I get the white one, which is coconut and banana. What has worked for me is using a  toothbrush to lay down the edges on the side or the front, however you like it, and then laying your edges with a silk scarf or wrap for about 20 minutes.

Ebin 24 Hour Edge Tamer, No Flaking or White Residue – Ultra Super Hold

Style Factor Edge Booster Strong Hold Styling Gel

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Goddess Locs Are The Only Protective Style You’ll Want To Wear This Summer https://www.community-posts.com/lifestyle/goddess-locs-are-the-only-protective-style-youll-want-to-wear-this-summer.html Wed, 26 May 2021 20:54:02 +0000 https://www.community-posts.com/lifestyle/goddess-locs-are-the-only-protective-style-youll-want-to-wear-this-summer.html [ad_1]

If you’re looking for a protective style that’ill pair well with sun-kissed skin on the beach, let us point your attention to goddess locs. As you know, protective styles are a great option for protecting natural hair from harsh temperature changes that can leave strands dehydrated and prone to breakage and these locs are the perfect balance of bohemian ease and effortless cool.  

If you’re familiar with regular faux locs but “goddess” is a new one or you’re already committed to getting the look but unsure how much time you need to block out for your next hair appointment, read on. From a quick and easy explainer plus some style inspiration you can share with your hairdresser, here’s everything you need to know about the protective style you’ll be seeing all of summer ’21. 

What are goddess locs?

“Goddess locs are a style that resembles real locs but with curls added to the look,” says hairstylist Helena Koudou. “It is usually made with kinky Marley hair or synthetic extensions.” Instead of every hair perfectly laying in place, this style emphasizes the lived in, undone effect with curls popping out, accentuating the locs. 

What’s the difference between goddess locs and faux locs?

You might be wondering whether goddess locs count as faux locs and the answer is yes, but there’s a distinct difference between the two. “Goddess locs and faux locs look almost the same but the difference is that goddess locs usually have curls in the loc and on the tips,” says Koudou. “Faux locs typically look like real locs with no added hair to it. Think of goddess locs as a bohemian look, perfect for vacation on a beach.” 

How long do goddess locs take?

Any person who has worn a protective style knows that blocking out half to a full day is essential. From cleansing and prepping the natural hair to installment, a session can easily take hours. If you’re interested in goddess locs, prepare to spend a little longer in the chair than usual. 

“The process of doing Goddess locs takes a longer time than box braids because you’re wrapping hair around a braid to create a loc and adding curls to the locs,” says Koudou. ”Timing also depends on the length of the style and how fast the hairstylist is. A shoulder length style will take about 4-5 hours while waist length goddess locs will take up to 7-8 hours.” While all those hours might give you pause don’t let the time spent scare you off– the final look is more than worth it, not to mention you’ll get more than enough wear time out of your style, up to two months. 

Below we’ve rounded up five looks that are serving up major island vibes, perfect inspiration for your next salon visit. 

High Ponytail

It’s up to you whether you want to have your locs set in a high ponytail or left out with the option to put up but either way this elongating style will have you looking regal and turning heads as you walk by.

Color-block Effect

Almost ombre but not quite, these color-blocked goddess locs are a refresh on the classic dye technique. Perfectly swirled baby hairs optional (but we highly recommend).

Space Buns

Space buns are a classic style that looks good on any age. Warm up the look with a honey blonde tone that’s perfect for summer weather.

Shoulder-Length Bob

It’s the lob in goddess locs form. We love a good hair toss but summer gets hot and humid so understandable that you might want length but not a trail of hair behind your back. This style delivers on all of the above.

Cherry Red

If sultry were a color it would probably be cherry red. It’s the warmth of this hue that will have your goddess locs looking luxe and full of body. 



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