Hair Journey

For most of my life, my hair has never been a big concern. When I was younger, my mother always did my hair in a cute braid style. When I hit middle school, I wore a hijab, so people rarely saw my hair. My biggest concern while getting dressed was finding a hijab to match my outfit and ensuring my makeup looked nice. I enjoyed the convenience of always having a good hair day.

Although, that all changed when I decided to no longer wear the hijab. For the first time, I had to concern myself daily about what to do with my hair. At the time, I had my hair straight but with natural hair in the summer, so I knew that wouldn’t last long. I decided it was time for a drastic change and a brand-new look.

I cut my hair off and began life outside of hijab in a short natural cut. I absolutely loved it; bold, easy, and cute! After the first cut, I decided to grow out my hair and see how long it’ll grow by the time I graduated college. That plan did not last long, my hair was growing back quicker than expected, and I no longer felt like doing and maintaining my hair.

Once again, I cut my hair off, but this time a cute cut with a relaxer. I truly regretted that decision, and it was not easy or cheap to maintain! After three months, I missed my natural curls and was ready to cut the creamy crack out of my hair.

I braided my hair up, and at first sight of new growth, I cut all the creamy crack out and swore never again! Leaving me back where I started, rocking a short natural cut, but this time a lot shorter and blond. I wore the cut for about a year and played with different colors and styles until my mother convinced me it was time to grow it back out.

Here I am today, six months into my new hair challenge. A year of protective styles and letting my hair truly grow out. I don’t know how long I will last until I have the urge to cut it again, but I’m ready to have my fro back.