DIY Natural Hair - Memories of My Very First Relaxer

When I was about seven & still living in the Bronx, I got my first relaxer. It wasn't by choice, and my mom didn't know about it.

My aunt took me to a Dominican salon off of Sheridan Ave (just down the block from our apartment building )and a few hours later, I was a new girl.

I don’t remember the process, how it felt or if I cried, but being that I was and still am tender headed I’m positive I did. I only remember how I felt after the fact.

I wish you could've seen my confidence that day. I couldn't stop looking at myself in the mirror. I wanted the wind to blow through my strands as ran down the block just because. There was no need to run , but I ran because i wanted my hair to look like Winnie’s  from the Wonder Years J.  I felt like a Disney princess. Needless to say, my mom was upset. I didn't get another relaxer until I was about 14 . It wasn't until the  10^th grade that I started embracing my natural hair.  Since then, I have been loving what God has blessed me with and I wouldn't have it any other way. Now, let’s focus on the good stuff ….

Hair product reviews, Homemade mask recipes, Tips on repairing damaged hair, and Moisturizing dry brittle hair. Stay tuned for these posts.

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<3 Karen