Singer Teyana Taylor
Gina says;
Although I’ve never worn a weave myself, I’ve encountered quite a few naturals who have used it as a protective style. As I understand it, you cornrow your hair apply a stocking cap and then put the weave or wig over it. Although there is some potential for dryness it overall sounds like a pretty effective protective style. Yet, I find that some naturals “feel a way” about the use of weaves in a natural hair regimen. It’s almost like the “side chick” of the natural community… a lot of people are messing with her, but no one wants to claim her outright. I could be way off base with this, but I wondered what your thoughts are.
First off, I’m loving the whole ‘”side chick” of the natural community’ analogy, lol! Do you agree ladies? Are you hesitatnt to embrace or acknowledge weaves as a protective style? If so, why? Or do you proudly rock weaves as a part of your styling rotation. Please share!
I love getting weaves (sew-ins) as a protective style in the winter. I have found quality hair that matches my natural texture and helps me avoiding having to straighten my hair so that the textures blend. I moisturize my hair underneath and use dry shampoo on my scalp to prevent buildup. I never have my hair around my hair line braided and I make sure I moisturize my hairline and the hair that is out twice a day. I make sure the braids are not tight, usually if I can stick my finger underneath the braid and feel my scalp then it’s all good.
I proudly rock a weave…I have good hair, so there is no shame in it!
I mainly do it because of laziness, my hair is natural and because my job is so demanding on time as well as image, i find it very time consuming to maintain the frizziness everyday.
I also do it for protection, I find my hair grows faster, when its not messed with everyday with heavy moisturizing products and heat stylying equip.
At the moment I do not have a weave in, giving my hair a breather and flaunting my natural style. I came across this website in search of new techniques, as im finding it hard to keep my hair moisturized and straight right now. It has been useful…the Castor Oil and the Clay Mask i want to try!
Weaves are fun! you can trial and test any style you desire…Sort or long. If you dont like it, you can take it out and do another, with the added bonus of protection your own natural hair if you know how!
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The one time I got extensions, I nearly died over how heavy it was, let alone entire weaves. I got a headache from the heaviness. I have a lot of hair and it is nowhere near as heavy as synthetic hair. That can’t be good for your scalp…
I LOVE weaves (full not partial)
If you do it right, you will not have issues with your hairline getting damaged. I part the hair, use a spritz bottle to spray my moisturizer & I’m good to go! I wear wavy weaves (more realistic then straight) and I wear weaves from Nov-April (washing & redoing in between). When I take it out, I have so much growth & thickness! ;-)
I don’t see why anyone would be against it. If anyone one decides to rock a weave or any other hair additions for protective style, so be it.
People make the biggest issue out of the smallest things.
I am against weaves and wigs in a way because I see it as a way of trying to conform. For instance, I know naturals that have decent length of hair that never show it. If you are not trying to hide who you are then fine, but if you are I think that you should work on that.
Weaaves are a personal choice, whether relaxed or natural some people simply don’t like natural hair. In addition to that some Naturals feel as if a weave is the side chick, because it goes against everything natural. If that makes sense. I have yet to wear a weave or braids because I’m afraid of breakage at the hands of a stylist who’s is unconcerned with hair care, but I’m not against them. I have however worn wigs.
Corrections – *Weaves* Some people simply do not like weaves (fake hair).
I am currently wearing a sewn-in weave. It has been in almost 8 weeks and I am restarting the process in a few days.
I have not had a sewn-in weave in 7 years and I was apprehensive about damage. I did receive some flack from other naturals; but, it;s my hair and my money. So, I can care less. I did however, go to the salon every 2 weeks to have it washed and maintained. I also moisturized it daily as usual.
I do love the convenience of the weave; however, it is costly. But, when I calculated the cost of having my natural hair twisted, it wasn’t substantial.
I plan to sport a weave until May, then I’ll sport my natural hair until November.
Not. For. Me.
braids, weaves, whatever make my scalp itch (human hair or synthetic – it doesn’t matter). plus, part of the reason i went natural is to embrace my natural texture (part of a whole self-acceptance kick i’m on) so a wig or a weave would be disingenuous for me. and finally, a weave would just give me an opportunity to be really lazy with my haircare. the last time i wore braids i didnt moisturize enough and my hair took weeks to regain moisture.
but i don’t begrudge others. it’s your thang, do what you wanna do!
Whoa! This blog looks just like my old one! It’s on a totally different topic but it has pretty much the same layout and design. Wonderful choice of colors!
Hello Ladies,
MY name is Briana and I’m searching around for information to help me out before I make a decision..to go natural. I’m VERY NEW to the natural process..but I’m not new to the weaves and wigs. LOL..i love wearing them things…lol..but I also loved my relaxers and now I’ve had it. I’m tired of the damage, and the uncomfortable feelings i get…i want my hair back to its state where it was growing long and healthy. (before relaxers) unfortunately, as children we can’t control what our parents do to our hair..but as I got older…i’ve noticed its time for a change. Please offer any advice and helpful hints that any of you have used in your own experiences. I’m trying to get a good knowledgeable start before I proceed. I’m young, 23 and my bday is this summer in a few months..and I want to have a new look and do something healthy for my self. I think changing my hair is a good place to start. I’m biracial..so its hard to maintain my thick,dry, multiple textured hair. Please any help is appreciated. I wish you all the best of luck with your own hair…I look forward to reading more things about all of you. Thanks again.
Sincerely,
Briana :)
I don’t have a problem with weaves, I just don’t think it makes sense to call it “natural hair.” In what sense can you call hair that isn’t yours at all “natural”??