My hair journey started a few years ago — though honestly, I didn’t even realize it was beginning at the time.
One day, I went out with some friends. I had straightened my hair before meeting them, and because we were near the beach, the humidity started doing its thing. My hair began to frizz and curl back up, and one of my friends asked, “Why don’t you just wear your hair curly?”
I laughed it off, but when I went to the bathroom and caught my reflection, something clicked. I looked at myself and suddenly felt like I was pretending to be someone else. It was like “Ariel, we see your fins.” My straight hair was trying to hide what was naturally me, but the truth was coming through anyway.
And to make things worse… it didn’t even look good. It looked damaged. Dry, uneven, lifeless. That moment really changed something inside me. I promised myself right then: no more straightening, no more burning, no more forcing my hair to be something it isn’t. At least for some time (a year or so).
From that day on, I started taking care of my hair — and by extension, myself.
Now, whenever I see my curls looking dull, tangled, or tired, it’s a gentle reminder: slow down. Take the time to detangle patiently. Do the deep mask. Massage your scalp. Be kind. Because the truth is, hair care is self-care.
Just like our skin, our hair deserves love and consistency. It’s not just an accessory — it’s a part of us. And every time I choose to care for my hair, I’m choosing to care for me.
✨ Products That Helped Me Begin My Curly Hair Journey
When I decided to stop straightening my hair, these were the first products that helped me start over and rebuild my curls:
đź’§ “Kallos” Banana Hair Mask — Restores softness and elasticity after years of damage.
🌿 Microfiber Towel — Reduces frizz and breakage when drying your curls.
🌀 Tangle Teezer Hair Detangler — Gentle detangling without pulling or snapping strands.
đź’« “As I Am” Detangling Leave In — Keeps curls hydrated and defined throughout the day.
(I’ll keep updating this list as I discover new favorites!)
Do you have a similar story? What did your hair journey teach you, share in a comment. ✨
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