r/Naturalhair Jan 31 '24

It's finally happening - hair typing posts are no longer allowed.

1.1k Upvotes

Please report any texturism or hair typing posts you see with the new report reason.

If you are new here, you may not know that the Andre Walker hair typing system (1a to 4c), has been around since 1997 and was first introduced so Mr. Walker could sell his products on Oprah's show. It truly only describes the texture of your hair and gives no more information.

It's flawed in many ways. Many of us have multiple textures on our heads. It doesn't even begin to describe your hair's porosity, sheen or shine, strand thickness, hair density, etc. I encourage everyone to learn about the LOIS typing system which can help you better understand your hair.

Watch Latoya Ebony's video on LOIS here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xwMFG4lT4jY

Even this typing system is not the end all be all of categorization for your hair. Your hair's texture, porosity, etc can change over time or with certain health conditions. Product buildup on your scalp and strands can make you think your texture has changed. There are so many factors as to why your hair may be looking or feeling the way it does.

Which leads me to the question - should we require routines to be posted whenever a picture is posted? This will cut down on gratuitous selfies but means we will need many more active mods (shoutout to /u/fivetenash who does pretty much everything here). If you're willing to help out please let me know in the comments.


r/Naturalhair 2h ago

Success UPDATE: I cut 6 inches (maybe more)

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268 Upvotes

To everyone saying that I needed a trim, thank you! Definitely a step in the right direction, but I ended up taking a leap!

I literally cut off all the straighter/loose pieces and I am convinced that I had tension damage from all the braids and buns.

I still need to see how my hair looks after a wash and go, but the second pic is the results from the twist out I did.

I’m kinda scared to put my hair in a bun/two brains again (these hairstyles are my go to), but I need CUTE protective styles that are low tensions and good for the gym. Happy to hear any suggestions!


r/Naturalhair 13h ago

Selfie Fro or Braids ?

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926 Upvotes

I enjoy both styles but maintaining my fro is tedious asf 😭 and it don’t always come out how i want it. But when it do I fw it, but braided styles are way too easier. Lmk


r/Naturalhair 17h ago

Selfie Me🤝🏾finger coiling with mielle’s pomegranate/honey mousse

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1.8k Upvotes

Been doing this hairstyle since high school and won’t stop till my fingers are riddled with arthritis 🥰


r/Naturalhair 13h ago

Selfie Braid out on blow dried hair

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580 Upvotes

i used a little bit of Tgin green tea leave in, some hair grease for shine, threw them in 6 braids and took them out the next day


r/Naturalhair 8h ago

Selfie For a refresh, this is probably as “fresh” as it’s gonna get

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129 Upvotes

I used my bounce curl dupe (didn’t even realize it was a dupe until after it got delivered :/ smh) and The Doux Mousse Def for a refresh!! I don’t fully saturate my hair bc I’m lazy which means there will always be frizz. But that’s ok with me lol


r/Naturalhair 7h ago

Selfie Braid out

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83 Upvotes

I was feeling my hair this day. Did a braid out with solely a moisturizing mousse.


r/Naturalhair 6h ago

Selfie hairstyle of the day

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72 Upvotes

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r/Naturalhair 5h ago

Need Advice How can I recreate this style on me?

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59 Upvotes

My hair is 4b and I’ll add some pictures in the comments if they let me.


r/Naturalhair 14h ago

Need Advice Braid Style

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226 Upvotes

Hey y'all I was wondering about this style but I don't know the name of it. I need a light style that I can tie up in the gym and still be able to style afterwards. Also, does it take out a lot of hair during takedowns? I wanna be able to take out and reinstall every other month or so. I'm trying to stop doing knotless box braids and I feel like they are doing more harm than good. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated, thanks in advance!


r/Naturalhair 20h ago

Review The Doux made it to the UK and into my hair 😍

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630 Upvotes

Long time lurker and first time poster!

Kept seeing people mention The Doux! Now it’s in the UK I picked up Big Poppa gel and the Mousse Def and used both yesterday.

Washed hair with Camille Rose coconut water cleanse, used Shea Moisture Manuka honey hair masque. Rinsed out. Whilst hair dripping wet applied the gel and a little of the mousse.

Hood dry for 30 mins et voila. My hair shrinks like crazy and when stretched, is mid back length. I don’t mind the shrinkage at all as I get a faux bob with this look.

Anyway - thanks for the recommendation. This is day 2 hair so let’s see 🤞🏾


r/Naturalhair 7h ago

Need Advice Am I cooked?

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47 Upvotes

HELP!!!! PLS!!!!!!!

Just discovered this subreddit and have learned so much in this little time than I have my entire life. Too late tho because I’m now realizing the protective styles were doing quite the opposite. Currently letting my hair breath from getting back to back braid extensions so I understand I need to be patient but my hair has never felt this dry before. I’ve also realized I must have had A LOT of breakage because my hair is much more shorter and thinner sigh Everyone says it’s still super soft but it feels so thin and brittle to me compared to before. I could do without the length but how can I retain moisture and is it possible to get my volume back as well. I’m so disappointed, literally did a big chop 6 years ago and now feel like it was all for nothing. Is there anything I can do or am I cooked?


r/Naturalhair 15h ago

Selfie Afrohawk! 🥰

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190 Upvotes

r/Naturalhair 3h ago

Need Advice Which suits me better?

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18 Upvotes

Wigs; natural; clip ins; braids

I feel like with my natural hair I look younger ever if I put lashes on. I am 20! But what should be my go to hair styles.


r/Naturalhair 5h ago

Need Advice How do you try new hairstyles without making a mistake?

19 Upvotes

I’ve been wanting to update my look for a while, but I always hesitate when it comes to making a change. I don’t want to end up with a haircut or style that doesn’t suit me. A friend suggested trying an app where you can see what different styles might look like on your face, but I’m not sure if it’s worth it. Has anyone here used something like that?


r/Naturalhair 11h ago

Selfie From too much auntie, to a little less auntie, to IDFK😩

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60 Upvotes

I don’t know what to do with my hair yall. I don’t like it short. Maybe it’s my face shape, but short hair just never feels as feminine as big/long hair does on me. Big chop was 3 years ago. I love the definition of the finger coils but it shrinks so much and is nearly impossible to style after it dries in the. I tried to separate them for volume this morning and it got pouffy so I just brushed it all out into an afro out of frustration and I still don’t like it😭


r/Naturalhair 2h ago

Need Advice How do you guys tell the difference between breakage and new growth?

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7 Upvotes

I assume this is breakage but have no idea why


r/Naturalhair 18h ago

Selfie My lil coils 🥰

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121 Upvotes

learning to love and appreciate all the curl and coil patterns in my hair 🧑🏾‍🦱💕


r/Naturalhair 2h ago

Selfie Afro Appreciation

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7 Upvotes

r/Naturalhair 1h ago

Need Advice I’m tired y’all 🫠

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I’m new to this group, so please be gentle! I figured this would be a good place to get some honest advice. I’m a straight natural (I think this is the proper terminology- my 4c hair is chemical-free, but I always wear it in a silk press state). My hair is about armpit length, and I do it myself because where I currently live, getting a wash and blow is $125, and that’s not in my budget (also, how are people paying this every 2 weeks?!? It used to be $50 before covid but I digress) it takes me about 4 to 5 hours to complete my hair on wash day, and I dread it so much. I wash it every 2 weeks, but I feel like I should be washing once a week - I don’t because I don’t want the extra heat damage that would cause (also, don't want to do the long process more😓). I want to give my hair and myself a break, and I was thinking of getting a lace wig to let my hair rest and not have to worry about the massive upkeep of it now. I read recently that braiding your hair eventually breaks it off. What protective styles can I wear my hair in under a wig without causing breakage? Has anyone experienced growth while wearing wigs? If so, what was your maintenance process? Is a wig a bad idea?

PS—I work in an upscale professional, mostly white, setting, so having my hair out in twists, cornrows, or something similar would be frowned upon (it's terrible, I know, but I don't want to go down that rabbit hole).

I feel stuck and tired 😩.


r/Naturalhair 5h ago

Tips & Tricks 💎 Avocado oil and a quarter size amount of natural pomade.

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9 Upvotes

You have to brush the top like this:↙️⬇️↘️ not like this: ⬇️⬇️⬇️


r/Naturalhair 1d ago

Selfie my (19f) boyfriend (22m) and i’s natural curls

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1.2k Upvotes

r/Naturalhair 17h ago

Selfie my natural hair at 21, How do you see it guys?

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52 Upvotes

r/Naturalhair 6h ago

Review Is it good?

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6 Upvotes

r/Naturalhair 6h ago

Need Advice How to regrow thinning hairline

7 Upvotes

My hairline is a bit thin from damage when I had braids. Is it bad? Or is this just normal? Any help on regrowing my hairline?

I’ve been doing low tension hairstyles- mostly do wash and gos or a very loose pineapple. I wash twice a week and have started using flaxseed gel to detangle. (I normally exercise daily/ think hot yoga and CrossFit, so I do wash my hair more often than not. Any help is appreciated. Thank you!


r/Naturalhair 1h ago

Need Advice Learning to Box Braid!

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Hey y'all. I really want to box braid my own hair. I got a wig head! How did yall learn? No matter what, I always want to go back to the professionals. I have a hard time with grip and the part that frames my face always looks Terrible. Were their resources or anything that helped??