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14 November 2009 ~ 43 Comments

Eniola // Natural Hair Style Icon

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Where are you from?
E:
I come from Lagos, Nigeria but I live in Toronto! I work as an administrative assistant however I have my up and coming fashion label that I work on.

When did you go natural?
E:
I went natural November 2006. I had just retouched my hair and it ended in an ordeal. The relaxer pulled out half of my hair from the roots. At that point, I gave up the cream.

I prefer my natural hair and I don’t even think that’s a matter for debate or contemplation! It’s way more versatile, resilient, stylish and it keeps my swag turned on. Oh and it’s definitely cleaner, lol.

What style do you love to rock?
E:
I have my moments however I LOVE a bunnytail for everyday and my signature wrapped quiff [pic is shown]. My fro is strictly for getting noticed ;-)

How do you do the quiff?
E:
I usually spritz the front of my hair with water for some shrinkage before starting this:

1. Part your hair in a U-shape in the front so that the ‘U’ branches meet your hairline. This should be about 2 inches deep into your hairline. Hold this part forward with pins/a clip.
2. Pull the back of your hair up in the smallest, highest bunnytail you possibly can. If you’ve got a huge mane, you can just corn row the back. Then brush around hairline to smooth edges.
3. Fold your scarf across the diagonal so it forms a triangular shape then wrap around the entire back of your head. Tie the scarf forward to cover the back completely. Lastly, take out your pins and there you have your wrapped quiff! ;-)

What do you use in your hair?
E:
Herbal Essences ‘Hello Hydration’ conditioner for co-washing; extra virgin olive oil & shea butter for moisture and shine; Organics styling gel for slick-backs; and water on a daily basis.

Do you have a website where we can find you?
E:
Yep! I’m an unfaithful blogger but you’re welcome to contribute at http://creationdavid.blogspot.com/ which is for my clothing line.

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43 Responses to “Eniola // Natural Hair Style Icon”

  1. Jen 14 November 2009 at 12:37 am Permalink

    I luv her Hair and Style. Sometimes I find it hared to be trendy and natural.

  2. TufferThanNigerianHair 14 November 2009 at 2:05 am Permalink

    Yay i love to see natural Nigerians it insipres me!

    • Racheal 22 September 2011 at 12:52 pm Permalink

      Me too! More and more of my nigerian friends are going natural

  3. adaku 14 November 2009 at 2:08 am Permalink

    eniolllllllllllllllllllllla!!!
    fabulous

  4. Christy Hyman 14 November 2009 at 4:06 am Permalink

    Lovely, edgy/cool fashion sense,,,, did i say lovely eyes tooo? Beautiful sis and keep on with your fashion label because you rockin it well :)

  5. chandra 14 November 2009 at 5:30 am Permalink

    you’re fabulous doll! :)

  6. Alana 14 November 2009 at 7:31 am Permalink

    Really enjoyed this post. I am especially loving the braided style in the blue top! Now that I’d like to see a tutorial for

  7. Diana 14 November 2009 at 9:07 am Permalink

    DOPE indeed!!!!!!!

  8. BrownFace CEO 14 November 2009 at 10:08 am Permalink

    This girl is absolutely GAWWWGEOUS!!! Her hair, her fashion sense?? SHE BETTA WORK!

  9. thelady 14 November 2009 at 11:06 am Permalink

    lovely hair and great fashion, I’d love to know more about the blue bag she is carrying

  10. jhavianicole 14 November 2009 at 12:44 pm Permalink

    She is gorgeous!!! Love her hair, love her style… She is just beyond words!

  11. Amma Mama 14 November 2009 at 1:57 pm Permalink

    FAB!

  12. Eniola 14 November 2009 at 3:58 pm Permalink

    Thank you so much ladies! Natural hair truly rocks! xx

    @ Alana, I’ll put up a tut for the braided hairstyle, it’s a simple braid though ;)

    @ thelady, the bag is a huge travel tote I got from Winners in Toronto. I think it’s by Necessary Objects.

  13. The Notorious Z.A.G. 14 November 2009 at 4:25 pm Permalink

    Totally adorable. And her eyes are beautiful!! Love her style…

  14. Kay(less is more) 14 November 2009 at 4:43 pm Permalink

    Her hair is beautiful. Such inspiration! Your hair has grown so fast (in 3yrs – that is a HUGE ASS PUFF) & you work it so well. I like the versatility – I need to get into my hair more & stop being so afraid of the bush.

  15. Gem 14 November 2009 at 6:17 pm Permalink

    Love her style! And the quiff! I’m going to try it.

  16. luvmylocs 14 November 2009 at 7:28 pm Permalink

    i know this is about hair but eniola you have absolutely beautiful skin…oh my it’s perfect. i like your hair alot to and your quiff is a cute style.

  17. Shell 14 November 2009 at 9:14 pm Permalink

    Eniola, I love your hair and style!

  18. Mo 14 November 2009 at 9:26 pm Permalink

    Just fabulous. Way to rep the t dot! We natural bellas are gaining on the others (not that I’m keeping track).

  19. Eniola 14 November 2009 at 11:20 pm Permalink

    I’m glad you ladies want to try the hairdo. It’s less than 5 mins to get it done too!

    Okay Alana, again with my hair texture I mostly style when damp.
    First, I comb all of my hair to the side (because that’s the direction I want my braid to start in).
    Then I brush with a boar brush to smooth out. After this, I start braiding and as I do so, I make sure I’m brushing the sides into the braid so my hair isn’t so bumpy. (I braid all the way to the nape of my neck).
    Then I brush again and apply some shea butter or gel to slick down. If I need to use bobby pins, I hide them under the braid and I may use a scarf to hold down if necessary.

    I hope this helps! x

    Eniola

  20. Nika 15 November 2009 at 12:09 am Permalink

    She’s beautiful! her eyes are stunning, i love her style

  21. A 15 November 2009 at 9:08 am Permalink

    Nigeria represent! The more Naija folks I see on here, the happier I am :)

  22. Rachel 15 November 2009 at 11:33 am Permalink

    absolutely GORGEOUS! Ton cheveux est tres belle!

  23. Shari 15 November 2009 at 1:35 pm Permalink

    Loves it

  24. HoneyBee 15 November 2009 at 3:25 pm Permalink

    Love the hair and the style! AND that she’s also from the Tdot :)

  25. CoCoCosmopolitan 16 November 2009 at 4:12 am Permalink

    gorgeous style!

  26. Jessyfromparis 16 November 2009 at 2:50 pm Permalink

    Beautiful african QUEEN!!!!!!!!!!

  27. Kasandra 18 November 2009 at 11:03 am Permalink

    her style is very refreshing! & her hair is very cute!(esp. the french braids! i have a thing for them!)

    where did you get your scarves from they are pretty much awesome!

  28. Eniola 18 November 2009 at 10:43 pm Permalink

    @ Rachel: Merci beaucoup!

    @Kassandra: My scarves are pieces of fabric that I cut out… The fabric is called ankara. You can get a variety of them from African/Dutch fabric suppliers.

  29. Courtney 21 November 2009 at 9:26 pm Permalink

    Your hair and style is fabulous! Very inspirational! :)

  30. ShaSha 17 December 2009 at 11:17 pm Permalink

    wow ! you are beautiful and an inspiration. I believe fashion makes the hair look good and hair makes the girl looks fab and you just define that love. <3 keep up wit the hair and fashion !

  31. DJ DON1 31 December 2009 at 12:28 am Permalink

    Eniola is a fashion trailblazer, her style is futuristic and she’s the complete definition of a STAR ICON.

  32. Kelenna 31 December 2009 at 12:38 am Permalink

    I’m glad I know this gorgeous lady here. And she is also ‘knife edge cutting” sharp and smart!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Go Eniola!!!

  33. Didi 31 December 2009 at 8:40 am Permalink

    Eniola is beautiful inside and out and it radiates through her style, skin and gorgeous hair!!

  34. Lycorish 12 January 2010 at 12:41 pm Permalink

    Beautiful and inspirational!!!

  35. jacqueline 19 February 2010 at 9:26 am Permalink

    i like ur hair

  36. Ima 4 March 2010 at 5:33 pm Permalink

    Haha’ I love how you state “it keeps my swag turned on” when refering to your natural hair. I for one am a true believer that your swag ain’t turned all the way on until you go natural…Give thanks for your beautiful post!

  37. Zakiyyah 10 June 2010 at 2:29 pm Permalink

    Beautiful Sis…right on!!

  38. Miss Entrepeneur 11 June 2010 at 10:38 am Permalink

    Absolutely stunning, I love the look with the scarf

  39. Nunu 28 July 2010 at 8:55 pm Permalink

    Wow Eniola is fantastic. I’d like to see more 4b hair though!- Mine is probably 4c lol

  40. Brenwa2 4 March 2011 at 8:57 pm Permalink

    What do you use as a moisturizer for your hair? Also, what is your daily hair regime? Further, do you have a fan Facebook page or youtube account?

  41. Kenyan Gal 22 September 2011 at 10:58 pm Permalink

    Yay African naturals in Canada!!!! Mad love Eniola.. Your hair is gorgeous!!!


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