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05-16-2011, 11:06 AM
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Join Date: Jul 2008
Posts: 85
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Summer hats for big haired curlies?
I have huge hair (pictured below) and I love it EXCEPT when it's time to go and try on a hat to avoid using those chemical-laden sunscreens.
1st day hair:
2nd day hair:
What hats have you guys found that actually fit on top of the "afro" and provide sun protection (with a minimum 2" brim) or should I just wear another hairstyle besides my wash and go? If so which hairstyles.
I love the following hat styles below...but they don't fit! HELP!
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05-16-2011, 11:24 AM
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#2
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Join Date: Mar 2008
Posts: 3,848
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I'd just rock a silk bandana under the hat.
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"The challenge is to be yourself in a world that is trying to make you like everybody else." "...rationality is not necessary to sell things.." My staples: Mane n Tail (cowash), Garnier Fructis Sleek n Shine (leave in condish), Grapeseed oil or shea butter (sealing), Organic Root Stimulator Elasticitea (leave-in condish & light hold)
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05-16-2011, 11:31 AM
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Join Date: Jul 2008
Posts: 85
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I didn't think about that.... 
Now time to head to my favorite thrift stores and find one!!! THANKS! Hopefully a strong one to hold this hair down, lol.
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05-16-2011, 11:52 AM
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#4
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Join Date: Mar 2008
Posts: 3,848
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A silk scarf of bandana can do a world of wonders for a lot of "big hair" problems. Good luck!
And your hair is glorious btw!
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"The challenge is to be yourself in a world that is trying to make you like everybody else." "...rationality is not necessary to sell things.." My staples: Mane n Tail (cowash), Garnier Fructis Sleek n Shine (leave in condish), Grapeseed oil or shea butter (sealing), Organic Root Stimulator Elasticitea (leave-in condish & light hold)
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05-16-2011, 12:12 PM
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#5
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Join Date: Mar 2009
Posts: 528
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I love your hair.
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05-16-2011, 03:55 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2008
Posts: 85
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thanks. i took that photo real quick to show how big it is, you know as the days go by it just gets bigger, lol! it has a mind of it's own.
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05-16-2011, 07:26 PM
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#7
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Join Date: Aug 2009
Posts: 2,594
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I sometimes rock a low bun or puff under my hats. Flat twist work too.
I still use an SPF though. I got burned but good last year despite wearing a hat, being brown and living up north.
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APL BSL MBL WL HL TBL | porous, fine/medium strands, medium density
My Fotki!
Below: Typical PS bun
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05-16-2011, 07:39 PM
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Join Date: Apr 2009
Posts: 7,815
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I agree.
I would try and find a hat like those you put up..but in the men's section. Men hat's usually are bigger..I should know because i have a big head...bald or with hair. 
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05-16-2011, 10:22 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2008
Posts: 85
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I choose not to put on the SPF and rather wear protective clothing instead. The cancer risks using SPF, what it does to our environment, and the animals is just too much.
Plus what you eat can also help fight and reverse any sun damage.
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05-16-2011, 10:27 PM
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Join Date: Aug 2009
Posts: 2,594
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Trust me, I tried every alternative in the world and it didn't work. Out of all the bath and body products I use, SPF is the only "poisonous" thing that's on my shelf. The damage isn't worth it - for me. I've gotten burns on my hands while driving. What am I susposed to do, wear gloves when its 90 degrees out? 
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APL BSL MBL WL HL TBL | porous, fine/medium strands, medium density
My Fotki!
Below: Typical PS bun
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05-16-2011, 11:35 PM
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Join Date: Aug 2008
Posts: 1,514
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I have a huge head, even with a TWA...and with my hair, forget about anything in the accessories area of a women's clothing store.
..Men's hats have been good to me, i'm sure a good hat shop would have similar styles to your pix. Only downside is that they're usually more expensive but it's worth it to not have my brain crushed.
a silk scarf is always a good idea.. compresses & protects the hair while keeping the hats clean if you have product in.
re: sunscreens
Purple Prairie's Sun Stuff is good and not chemical-y
ItsNaturallyPure: Safe, Natural and Organic SunScreen
the only thing is that i have to rub it in well to not look crazy(ier). 
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True realism consists in revealing the surprising things
which habit keeps covered and prevents us from seeing.
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05-16-2011, 11:37 PM
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Join Date: Aug 2008
Posts: 1,514
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 +1
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True realism consists in revealing the surprising things
which habit keeps covered and prevents us from seeing.
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05-17-2011, 01:35 AM
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Join Date: Nov 2010
Posts: 1,002
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Wow, that's cool. I totally respect that, but I load on that SPF rull quick. Lol. I wear it (especially on my face) religiously. That's awesome though that you have other methods that don't involve chemicals that offer protection. May have to try it 
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Cottony/fluffy, medium/coarse, high density & porosity
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05-17-2011, 07:29 PM
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#14
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Join Date: Oct 2009
Posts: 424
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cosign on the fedora!
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Texture: proud 4a (3c at the nape).
Regimen: co-wash everyday.deep condition, de-tangle and seal once a week.
Current Favs: Treseme Naturals shampoo & conditioner, wide tooth comb, coconut oil, Shea Moisture curling smoothie, ampro clear styling gel .
Protective Style: buns
visit my fashion & culture website: http://www.beautyandthestreetmag.blogspot.com
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05-17-2011, 11:11 PM
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Join Date: Aug 2009
Posts: 2,594
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^^^^
Cute!
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APL BSL MBL WL HL TBL | porous, fine/medium strands, medium density
My Fotki!
Below: Typical PS bun
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05-17-2011, 11:43 PM
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Join Date: Aug 2008
Posts: 1,514
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@b_b
love it!! 
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True realism consists in revealing the surprising things
which habit keeps covered and prevents us from seeing.
- Jean Cocteau
<---Fotki photo albums
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05-18-2011, 03:04 AM
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Join Date: Nov 2010
Posts: 1,002
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Everyone's hair is so cute it makes me want to cry. Lol.
Fedoras are awesome. Unfortunately my hair has now hit its "NO" stage, where it no longer permits hats to stay on my head any more than five seconds before it's flying off. My hair's so big that I can't wear the hat at a sandwich shop i work at so they had to special order me a bandana. 
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Big Chop: 11/25/09
Cottony/fluffy, medium/coarse, high density & porosity
SL - APL - BSB - BSL - MBL - WL - HL
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05-18-2011, 08:45 AM
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Join Date: Aug 2009
Posts: 2,594
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Could you put your hair in a puff or a similar style that would keep it down so you can put a hat on it? I don't have any hats that would fit on my hair while in a dried WnG - no way no how, but in a low bun/puff, etc, it could work.
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APL BSL MBL WL HL TBL | porous, fine/medium strands, medium density
My Fotki!
Below: Typical PS bun
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05-18-2011, 08:53 AM
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#19
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Join Date: Mar 2008
Posts: 3,848
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Monaco Wide Brim Hat
I'm not so much into the fedoras, but this I would rock. I love a big floppy hat. 
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"The challenge is to be yourself in a world that is trying to make you like everybody else." "...rationality is not necessary to sell things.." My staples: Mane n Tail (cowash), Garnier Fructis Sleek n Shine (leave in condish), Grapeseed oil or shea butter (sealing), Organic Root Stimulator Elasticitea (leave-in condish & light hold)
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05-18-2011, 04:01 PM
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Join Date: Aug 2009
Posts: 2,594
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I would love to have one in black!
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APL BSL MBL WL HL TBL | porous, fine/medium strands, medium density
My Fotki!
Below: Typical PS bun
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