Me and My Afro

I cut my chemically-treated hair in December of 2008. Earlier that year, I got a bad chemical burn during one my routine so-called "relaxers". I was scared out my mind from but then I thought to myself: "Why am I doing this?" I have NEVER liked perms and I have ALWAYS admired natural hair. After a little thought, I transitioned to natural via kinky twists. I planned to keep them up in for a year and then do the 'big chop' but I got inpatient. I cut off my permed hair and was pleasantly surprised to see an awesome Afro.

I am soo much happier with natural hair and I am going to start locs...eventually. In terms of social life, I always get people that want to touch my hair— which I just laugh at. It's funny that they are curious about how it feels. I must admit my hair mesmerizes me. It's not often that many Black women get to see their hair in a natural state. I can't stop myself from playing with it constantly and I love it very much. I have gotten many compliments on my Afro and I love it. My hair is my crowning glory— No matter how corny that sounds.

♥ Efe ♥

Top 6 Reasons To Nap It Up

Onyxanya is a Youtuber who has an awesome channel where she posts videos about her day-to-day life and her natural hair. Here's her introduction to the Top 6 Reasons To Nap It Up: "I, Dr. Yanni, have done extensive research in all things napptural. I have come up with a coveted list of 6 reasons to get nappy!"


She is too funny! And on top of that, I kinda want to ask for the recipe to her sister's cookies.

♥ Efe ♥

"Fly n Natural": Joëlle

This woman, Joelle, has been natural for 10 years and was recently featured on the "Fly n Natural" segment on Afroniquely You. Afroniquely You is a natural haircare blog that "help[s] naturals and aspiring naturals to embrace, love and accept all the beauty of what natural hair has to offer."


I just got into Afroniquely You and it's a wealth of information on natural haircare is amazing. I'll definitely be following it for tips and tricks. I think Joelle's gorgeous *starry eyed and amazed* and I can't wait until my hair grows some more. That reminds me, I need to buy some shea butter...

♥ Efe ♥

Shingai Shoniwa

I'm in love with Shingai Shoniwa, the British-born Zimbabwean vocalist and bassist of indie rock band, the Noisettes. I just started listening to their stuff and I love it— It's a unique blend of soulful pop and electro-dance music. I'm enamored with her powerful voice, eclectic style and awesome [natural] hair && She's gorgeous! She's most definitely a hair and fashion inspiration for me.

♥ Efe ♥