Natural Hair Myths
Written by CharlotteSTYLE // September 2, 2011 // Beauty, Natural HIGH // 1 Comment
We have all heard them before. The”pre going natural” hair myths. The untrue ideas
behind natural hair. Lots of these myths have most likely made you think twice
about stepping into the natural hair world.
Here are a few of my own:
Natural Hair cannot look professional-MYTH.
There are tons of ways to achieve a professional look with natural hair. Many debate on
going natural because they worry about how their hair may be perceived in
an office setting or even during a job interview. It is important to
embrace your natural hair in any setting. This needs to be reflective
during any occasion big or small.
You don’t have to condition your hair as much when it is Natural -MYTH.
Conditioning your hair becomes more important especially when you are
starting off fresh with going natural. You definitely want to start off on the right foot.
Men don’t like Natural Hair-MYTH.
Speaking to alot of my male friends from time to time, they express their love of natural hair.
Actually alot of them are preferring it overall instead of extensions, weaves or wigs. I think this is also attractive because it
shows you are comfortable in your own skin. *Whether they do or don’t. If
you like it then that’s all that matters:)
Natural Hair doesn’t grow as fast as relaxed hair-MYTH.
Natural hair grows even faster when it is in its natural state. Depending
on your hair texture you may not be able to see the length right away.
Less is always much more and your hair will appreciate being chemical free.
Natural Hair is stronger than relaxed hair-MYTH.
Natural hair is more fragile than relaxed hair. It is naked and requires
more attention than you would think. When it comes to combing. I prefer to
use my fingers to lose out twists or achieving a different style.
Braids and extensions make your hair grow-MYTH.
Although wearing braids may seem like your hair is growing faster it
really isn’t. I think this may seem true because when your hair is braided
you aren’t combing it, styling it as often. So when you do take your
braids out your hair seems longer. Hair typically grows about a half an
inch per month.
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One Comment on "Natural Hair Myths"
Natural hair is actually fragile and has to be handled with much care…you should use conditioner or shampoo with your hair to continue the shines of it..!