I’ve had natural hair for almost three years now going to four years. It’s definitely been a rollercoaster ride, the shrinkage, not knowing what to use… it’s been a mess guys. It’s clear that there has been a social uprising in the natural hair movement and we are seeing more and more people embrace their hair textures.

I don’t know if I’m the only person that feels like this but shuuu natural hair products are EXPENSIVE! and if you are a student like me its extremely unfortunate. I’m actually not  adventurous in trying techniques and how to grow hair because…what if it doesn’t grow, what then?

The one technique that I will FOREVER be grateful to is  bantu knots. I believe they have contributed to the growth of my hair, but I’ve just recently found out that it’s not okay to plait your hair all the way to the end because it does break off your ends. So I’ve been trying the two strand twist, it’s amazing and doesn’t break off any ends.

“What products do you use?”…Me: “Nothing amazing actually!”. And that is the truth. I think for the longest time I’ve had my natural hair I was using the Head and Shoulders Shampoo: African Edition, and also the Rinse Off Care Treatment ( made my hair so soft , which means less pain for me). I’m genuinely not too sure if these products are still in store but I  know for sure on Zando.com they are available for purchase, also not too sure about Dis-Chem.  I was using these products until my allowance could not accommodate them so I then decided to switch it up and start using ORGANICS shampoo, you can buy the biggest bottle for R69,99 at Clicks. What’s natural hair without coconut oil?, its the best thing you can do for your hair. You can actually buy whichever coconut oil, My mom usually buys the big tubs at Clicks.

Lastly guys, just be patient with your hair. I know for a fact how discouraging it is seeing the growth of others and not seeing your own hair growth… IT TAKES TIME! And let’s stop bashing those with relaxed hair, it works for them and not for you. I for one have friends with beautiful, healthy relaxed hair.

I will be posting and giving  you guys more updates on my hair and maybe try some hairstyles for you guys! xx