Back to Begin: Starting your natural hair journey

So, you’ve decided to start your natural hair journey. We really love that for you! Whether you’re transitioning from relaxed hair or chopping it all off, we’re here to cheer you on and recommend the right products to support you on your journey. Starting your natural hair journey is about more than just hair, it’s a revolution, a coming of self to self, if you will. When you choose to go natural, you’re choosing to love yourself and your hair without conditions. You’re choosing to embrace your true beauty and celebrate the uniqueness of your texture and that is a beautiful thing!

First things first, if you’ve been relaxing your hair, it’s time to put down the chemical relaxer. While relaxed hair is gorgeous for many, the journey to natural hair means embracing the raw beauty of your natural curls. You can go cold turkey with the Big Chop, which is basically cutting off all your hair or you could just remove the relaxed or heat-damaged parts. This shouldn’t be traumatising so choose the method you are ready for.

Natural hair is a whole new world, and you might find yourself having to unlearn things you thought you knew about your own hair. Products you once used may not work as well on your natural texture, and you’ll probably spend a little time getting used to your curl pattern and porosity. Don't stress this is normal! There are plenty of YouTube tutorials, blogs, and even fellow natural sistas who’ve been on this journey and are ready to offer tips and tricks.

Something you’re soon to learn is that natural hair is prone to dryness, which is why hydration can never be overstated. Water-based moisturisers and leave-in conditioners will quickly become your best friends. Remember, oils like MPL Sure2Gro hair oil or MPL Black Castor Oil can seal in moisture but they don’t hydrate your hair. Keep your strands hydrated with water and follow up with oils or creams for the ultimate moisture-lock.

It follows logic that your natural hair journey will require you to try, learn about and use different products until you find what works best for you. Some tips for selecting good products:

•  Look for shampoos that are sulphate-free and conditioners that offer intense moisture.

• Leave-in conditioners are your besties.

• Hair butters and oils should also be part of your hair care arsenal.

• Don’t skimp out on the MPL Fermented Rice Water Treatment - such a multi-functional

  to help boost your hair's strength, length, and shine.

  
  

  Your hair won’t magically transform overnight, but trust us when we say the journey is worth it. Growing natural hair requires patience, love, and a little TLC. The more consistent you are with your regimen, the more you’ll notice your hair thriving. Just remember, your hair texture is unique to you, and that’s the beauty of it!

  Your natural hair journey is a beautiful one—let it be a testament to your uniqueness and a celebration of the authentic you.
  

Love, MPL.