Big Chop

Big chop is the process of cutting off the relaxed or permed ends of one's hair when she is transitioning from chemically processed hair to natural hair. Timing the big chop is a big decision for many napptural women who have decided they want to wear their hair natural. Lots of women cut/chop the relaxer or perm from their hair to begin or continue the growth of their natural hair. Getting ready do to the big chop? We've got lots of big chop articles, tips, how-tos and community.

Video: NC Review: Sweet Spirit Leave-In Conditioner

Need a great product to detangle your hair?
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10 Tips for Transitioning to Natural Hair

Thinking about transitioning to natural hair? Here are 10 tips to help you grow out your natural texture.
August 9, 2010 Read more »

Hair Product Review Video - Shampoo: Healthy Hair Plus Emu Oil Shampoo

PrettyDimples reviews Healthy Hair Plus Emu Oil Shampoo and gives some tips on using it.
May 12, 2010 Read more »

CurlyTopLori Introduction - Natural Hair Video Blogger

CurlyTopLori introduces herself
May 12, 2010 Read more »

Uncle Funky's Daughter Curly Magic on 4A Hair Review and How To Video

CurlyTopLori's review of Kinky-Curly Curling Custard and a look at how her hair's developed.
May 12, 2010 Read more »

Video: Mae's QUICK TIP - Getting an Afro Pick

What's the best way to keep your TWA or afro looking its best? Video blogger Mae tells you how.
April 20, 2011 Read more »

4 Grow-Out Tips From Jessicurl

Curly hair expert Jessicurl provides 4 key tips to getting big hair! Learn how to grow out your curls now.
January 29, 2011 Read more »

Video: NC Review: Sweet Spirit Leave-In Conditioner

Need a great product to detangle your hair?
August 24, 2010 Read more »

Video: NC Transitioners 101 Pt. 2

Confused by all the new curly hair lingo?
August 24, 2010 Read more »

10 Tips for Transitioning to Natural Hair

Thinking about transitioning to natural hair? Here are 10 tips to help you grow out your natural texture.
August 9, 2010 Read more »

Video: Mae's ONE YEAR NATURAL HAIR JOURNEY

Video blogger Mae documents her first year as a natural from July 2009-July 2010.
May 10, 2011 Read more »

Video: Mae's QUICK TIP - Getting an Afro Pick

What's the best way to keep your TWA or afro looking its best? Video blogger Mae tells you how.
April 20, 2011 Read more »

Kim Coles Does her Big Chop on Camera

Kim Coles videos document her journey of growing out her natural hair
February 25, 2011 Read more »

Curly Nikki and Comedienne Extraordinaire Kim Coles Challenge You to Grow Out & Embrace Your Natural Hair

Kim Coles has decided to embrace her natural hair and is asking women who join her to blog about the experiences, joys and frustrations of their natural hair journey. Share your story now!
February 25, 2011 Read more »

Actress and Comedian Kim Coles Discusses Her First Monthiversary with Natural Hair

Kim Coles talks about the joys and frustrations of her new natural hair and how to embrace your hair during this journey! Hear what her hair loves and what she has learned now.
February 24, 2011 Read more »

DevaCurl Set Up and Above

DevaCurl Set Up and Above

I used it as the direction stated (root lift), but wasn't too impressed for that purpose...

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curl rating: 3
Curl Junkie Hibiscus & Banana Honey Butta Leave-In Conditioner / Thick & Luscious

Curl Junkie Hibiscus & Banana Honey Butta Leave-In Conditioner / Thick & Luscious

I definitely was not feeling this product, especially considering the cost. I have used it when doin...

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curl rating: 1
As I Am Smoothing Gel

As I Am Smoothing Gel

I have 3c/4a curlies and this lays my hair down gently but firmly without it feeling crunchy or rock...

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curl rating: 5
As I Am Coconut CoWash Cleansing Conditioner

As I Am Coconut CoWash Cleansing Conditioner

This is the real deal! I looooooovvvvveee this cowash!! It gently cleanses, but thoroughly cleanses ...

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curl rating: 5
As I Am Coconut CoWash Cleansing Conditioner

As I Am Coconut CoWash Cleansing Conditioner

My hair hates this and doesn't clean much. I will stick with tresemme naturals

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curl rating: 2

Anna DeLuca / Salon Sarracino at L'Image

I have been asked by every curly girl sister I meet in my part of southwest FL where I get my haircu...
May 16, 2013 Read more »

Ana Daniel / Alex Anthony Salon

Ana has been cutting my hair for several years. She is always very professional and has an excellent...
May 15, 2013 Read more »

Renay / Serendipity

I was super nervous about getting my haircut after a bad cut at another salon in town, since my hair...
May 15, 2013 Read more »

Carol / Colors of Cold Spring Harbor

I am so happy I found Colors of Cold Spring Harbor. What a wonderful Salon--a lovely and rel...
May 14, 2013 Read more »

Lynnie carroll / salon 360

I came in to see Lynnie about two months ago for color. She is also deva certified as well. I felt c...
May 13, 2013 Read more »

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