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Alright so here's a little backstory before I ask my question.

I became a natural about 2-4 years ago and I found out I was a type 4. Throughout the years I really struggled to find out my curl pattern and my porosity as my hair looks matted, dry, and overall damaged no matter what I do with it. Recently, I decided I wanted box braids to grow out my hair so I washed, blow dryed and oiled it. The style didn't last long due to the fact that my hair was itchy, the braids looked loose but felt tight as if it was pulling at my roots, and my hair began shedding within the braids. When taken out, my hair got worse within the next week. More shedding, oily but itchy scalp, and matted strands. Currently, my hair is matted in the center, but straight on the crown/edges of my head.

Did anyone go through this problem? Do you have any products to use for wash day and styling? Your help is deeply appreciated!

FYI - if you see my profile pic/avatar, that isn't me I just don't want to show me on a public platform

Original author: lauren.

Original author: Mimi2022

I had sisterlocks installed a few days ago and love how then ends are a bit loose and frizzy. Is there something I can do to maintain this look and ensure that my ends don't lock?

Original author: Timor

Hey everyone! My name is Erica and I’ve been a full time natural for about 4 months now so I’m a baby in this game! I’m enjoying every moment of it but moisture is my biggest hurdle so I’m hoping to find any answers to my numerous questions about my hair on here! 💛

Original author: ephelps

Hi! Has anyone used Olaplex for their colored sisterlocks? I recently got my sisterlocks colored (locked 4 years in July). I went to a colorist and because I wanted blonde she lifted my hair. It’s been hard and I lost half of a few soldiers in the front, thankfully not from the root. The colorist told me to use Olaplex weekly but I don’t wash my hair weekly! And of course when we wash, we use clarifying shampoo. At this point, I think I should use Olaplex and wash weekly with a moisturizing shampoo. It’s just a challenge for me bec I do not use product. Only a bit of oil after my retightening. Others have any thoughts? Thanks!

Original author: TamHannah

I m 30 years old woman and have the problem of thyroid dysfunction. due to this i feel sometimes down stressed , depressed .
massive hair loss im having. suggest me something.

Original author: potatogrill

I'm not good at writing, so I just want to say hello to all of the forum's members. thanks for having me here :)

Original author: Colinpow921

I am new here i want to be welcomes by friends

Original author: noman.jahangir

My name is sheikh and i am looking for some healthy tips here

Original author: noman.jahangir

This COVID lifestyle has really messed with my hair routine! So ok I got kind of lazy - zoom meetings meant I could pull my hair back every day and not worry about wearing the same hair style day after day... Not being able to browse the aisles of the local beauty store and try new things, spending money on stuff I DO NOT NEED online instead of stocking up on my regular hair products.

On the upside, the daily headwraps and scarves, much less manipulation and more "leaving it alone" has meant a surge in length retention. And if you have been doing what I have been doing, you may be noticing more length as well.

I think we all need to do some pampering. Get back into the groove and get yourself a deep conditioner or mask. I wrote an article on pampering our hair and I am going to link it here for some ideas that can help you flick out of the hair rut you may be in.

Try a new style, buy a new product, do something completely different, or go back to your style roots. This journey never ends.

https://www.nappturality.com/natural...the-superwoman

Original author: deecoily

Hello all,

I recently asked my cousin what products I should use to help me grow my afro :D and she gave me a few recommendations. 1 product I invested in was TGIN Honey Miracle Hair Mask. But it recommends I use a dryer after applying it, I don't own one, I've seen people recommend using a plastic cap as well...which I also don't own.

To make a long story short I'm 25 and just now learning how to take care of my hair /:

Can I let a hair mask air dry, or should I wait until I go out and get a plastic cap?

Thank you,

Vante

Original author: Vante21

Double post twice. posted with pic below

Original author: Meerah95

Hello everyone Im new to the group. I have not posted much. I am having problems trying to figure out what my hair type is. Is there any one here who could give me an idea so I can find what products work best for my hair . I normally dont like to post pics but im desperate to know my hair type. Any help would be appreciate. I took this pic last night after I had washed my hair before I applied any products I attached the pic below
Thanks

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Original author: Meerah95

Hi there

Can anyone recommend any hair dye with natural ingredients? I'm wanting to color my hair in a burgundy color. Most of the ladies on YouTube use L'Oréal hair dye but it has a lot of chemicals.

Thanks in advance for the replies :)

Original author: Lexi240

Hello,
I am starting my love journey soon and just need help and questions I have 😂

Original author: sugaplums

Hey all my beautiful naturals!
im really big on jam packing my hair with nutrients so it has no choice but to grow. While doing my weekly googling for oils and herbs to infuse in the oils. I found this product that has an INSANE (almost unbelievable) amount of ingredients that live on my “saw on natural YouTube, maybe i should buy” list.
like
chebe
pumpkin seed oil
soursop oil
seamoss oil
black seed oil

I’m wondering if anyone has heard of this brand because baby!!!!!! I want these ingredients SIS! They seem to be just starting out, so i really need to know the tea, if anyone has tried them, as we ALL know how it can be sometimes. I tracked down their website and it’s ALREADY promising because it’s a .com haha
the website is www.IRLSKIN.com
i dont see actually skin products but they do say ‘scalp is skin’

I do have high hopes though. I hope to hear from you ladies ummm cus THIS INGREDIENT LIST CHILE!

Original author: Curlycoil

I recently discovered the best and fastest way (that I know of) to manage type 4 hair, especially 4c hair like mine.

This routine is easy, simple and good for length retention.

I should have known it sooner but unfortunately, I didn't and many people don't do this.

No products needed-except for shampoo and oil.
No brushes needed or combs.

(:-)

I've posted a video on my channel that explains the steps of this routine:



It's been life-changing for me, and I recently told my Mum about it and she liked it too and it looks like she will continue with it.

Original author: MargaretOla

Hey Napptural beauties!
Am curious if there's anyone here on NP with stretched ears or is stretching their ears?
I am stretching mine. Both my grandparents had stretched ears and I want to have the same.
Anyone and everyone is welcome to post their thoughts....:D

Original author: uzuri

I have a question . Someone gave me some black seed oil. I know it has health benefits when taken but I was wondering also can I use it as an hair oil like leave in. Is that possible ?

Original author: Meerah95

Hi, all. I hope everyone is safe and sound as things are crazy right now between this pandemic and everything else going on.

I found a new thing on Instagram (IG). IG is now a new place for companies to advertise their various beauty products. I saw an add for some hair butter made with chebe powder. According to that add and other stuff that I looked up, it's a powder that's used on the hair of women in Chad. Here is a post talking about it: https://www.byrdie.com/chebe-powder-hair-growth-4773123

The images I saw are great, so I figured why not? I ordered some chebe butter during the Thanksgiving sales. The site isn't the slickest, but if the product works, I don't care. Tonight I used it to twist my hair after showering.

The tingle feels great, and if I get just half of the results that people claim, I'll be happy.

Has anyone else heard about or used chebe powder, butters, or oils?

Original author: Scribetastic