Natural Hair & The Big Chop: Negative Reactions

"If we don't get to know our hair we can't love it or appreciate it." 
Lisa Akbari

I Love My Hair

Yesterday, I couldn't believe the negative response I received from a relative about my short natural hair.  It takes a lot of restraint and desire to find opportunity in such negativity.  I chose to document my reaction in audio and video.  

When I first started my natural hair journey, I kept a picture file of natural hair inspirations.  It later progressed from Fotki photobooks to Youtube to Tumblr blogs.  I hope to educate my relative on the  versatility and options with natural hair.

Natural Hair Companies: Are There Too Many?

Companies with a natural hair following

Natural Hair Care Companies

Everyone and their mother is starting a natural hair company.  This is a sign of an emerging market that expands beyond oils and butters.

Products ranging from sulfate-free cleansers to growth aids to locking utensils are sold online and in local supply shops with afro-textured hair women (and men) as their targets.   Unlike other emerging markets, the natural hair movement is one that requires engagement, whether online or at local meetups. 


There is strength in numbers with natural hair consumers. But, will it be the same for natural hair companies?

• Do you believe the influx of companies is positive for natural consumers?
• Will there be predatory large companies and unscrupulous small companies taking advantage of this growth? 

 What are you thoughts?

Here are my thoughts below: