Step 1: Practice Self-love and acceptance
– Make a list of things you like about yourself
– Create positive affirmations such as “I am one of God’s most precious creations, I am uniquely beautiful, or there is no one else exactly like me”
– Avoid negative people and environments
– Honor you body, mind, and spirit with your words, thoughts, and deeds
– Forgive yourself
– Pamper yourself: Create a home spa, sip herbal teas, read a good book, or take a trip- you deserve it!
Recommended reading
Queen Afua Sacred Woman by Queen Afua
The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz
I am too Blessed to be Stressed by Jewel Diamond Taylor
Step 2: Proper Hair Care Supplies
With the right tools, you can create beautiful styles right at home.
100% Boar Bristle Brush,
Detangling Brush,
Wide Tooth Durable Comb,
Rat Tail Combs for parting and styling
Hair Clips (for sectioning)
Assorted of sizes of bands and pins
Satin Bonnet or Scarf
Step 3: Finding a Style that works for you
Things to consider when selecting a style
– Lifestyle
– Budget
– Occupation
– Current Condition of Hair
– Hair Length
– Hair Texture
Style Options
Two Strand Twist
Twist Out
Flat Twist and Soft Rod Set
Cultivated or Organic Locks
Coils
Coil Sets
Chunky Twist out
Titi Twists
Puffy Twists
Braids
Cornrows
Sophisticate Pin-up
Bantu Knots
Cropped Cut
Textured Weaves
Silky Press
Step 4: Schedule time to care for your hair
Make Regular Appointments with your Natural Hair Care Specialist or Locktician
4 Home Hair Care tips
– Shampoo Hair in the shower
– Deep Condition and give your self a pedicure
– Take a break and indulge yourself in aromatherapy (light some incense)
– Resume Care Ritual
Things to do while under the dryer at home
Time Saving Tips while caring for your hair
– Do a load of laundry add a few drops of lavender essential oil to the cycle
– Run the dishwasher
– Listen to a book on tape
– Write letters on pretty stationary
Step 5: Moisturize Nourish and Replenish the hair and scalp with plant based ingredients
Benefits of Plant Based Hair Care
– Perfect for softening all hair textures
– Delivers essential nutrients
– Imparts brilliant shine without the weight
– Premium plant-based ingredients
