Lessons Learned As A Natural

Hi readers!
So far on my journey as a natural hair person, I have lessons learned as a natural. One of which is don’t compare yourself and your hair to anybody. We are different, have different hair types and structures. My hair is about 4 months old and it doesn’t look like it’s growing till I pull it out. The shrinkage is really great. There are people whose hair don’t coil as much as mine and therefore have little shrinkage but I really don’t mind or feel bad. One way or another, it will grow.

Lessons Learned As A Natural

I have no hair regimen really. Just water, Shea butter, got this Hairveda shampoo and this bottle of oils which include coconut oil, castor oil, peppermint oil etc; that I started using about a week. I wash every two days and comb my hair after drying with a towel. I’ve seen quite a few changes. Though flaking and a little bit of dandruff is evident. Most of what I do as a regimen are probably wrong to do but my hair is in great stage.

Advice to new naturals
Take time to know your hair. You could find tutorials, diy, facts and stuffs online, but if you don’t take time to know what works for your hair, the beginning of the hair journey might be stressful. Don’t use everything you find, start with one product at a time. Basically, you’ll need a shampoo, conditioner, moisturizer, sealant and water. Other products include oils, butters, pudding, custards  (like seriously) etc..

One thing I regret is not being a natural sooner. There will be moments you’ll see other people with longer hair and feel frustrated, calm down. Little drops of water makes the ocean. They were once at the stage you are.

One other lesson learned as a natural is the use of silk hair bonnet/scarf. It helps a lot. Reduces breakage caused by moisture loss through your cotton pillows/pillowcase. Also, don’t comb your hair when dry. Do get an assortment of hair combs for yourself.

The main lesson I’ve learned is being myself and having fun on my hair journey.

Thank you!

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