Natural Hair- The Fall Guide
Days are getting shorter, nights are getting colder. Fall is upon us — seemingly out of nowhere. It almost seemed like Summer would last forever but alas, it’s time to break out the boots, sweaters, and scarves. And drink Pumpkin Spice Lattes from Starbucks. No? Just me?
Caring for your hair in the warmer versus colder months is and should be different for maximum growth and length retention. In Spring and Summer, lighter products is the name of the game. But for Fall and Winter, heavy hitters are needed to maintain moisture, prevent breakage, and promote growth.
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If you don’t pre-poo, Fall is a great time to start. Moisture retention begins before you even let a drop of water touch your hair for cleansing. Pre-pooing the hair with heavy-hitting conditioners or penetrating oils means that moisture will go into your hair, making it softer, improving elasticity (preventing breakage), and preventing hair from being stripped during the cleansing process. It also makes detangling a breeze. For maximum moisture, pre-poo hair for at least 30 minutes before cleansing.
Cleansing
In the warmer months, co-washing is an ideal option for cleansing hair, since many curlies tend to use lighter products during this time of year. When temperatures begin to drop, heavier products with oils and butters high on the list begin to come in to play. Unfortunately, many conditioners and co-washing products don’t have the muscle to adequately lift product buildup. This is where having a great sulfate-free shampoo or shampoo bar becomes beneficial. Gently lifting buildup and clarifying the scalp leaves a great foundation for the ultimate moisturizer to shine – water. If hair still has buildup from occlusive agents (like most butters and oils tend to be), water cannot penetrate and moisturize the hair. In turn, hair will become dry, brittle, and prone to breakage. Clarify those strands at least once every 2-3 weeks, if not more frequently.
Deep Conditioning
I cannot emphasize how important deep conditioning is to the moisture retention process – especially on the heels of using clarifying cleansing products. Deep conditioning corrects any dryness, improves elasticity, strengthens, moisturizes, and closes cuticles. All of these functions are integral to maintaining moisture and preventing damage to the hair in colder months. To get the maximum benefit from deep conditioning, let it sit for at 30 minutes to 1 hour. If you can, use indirect heat or steam to up the penetrating factor.
Leave-In
During the colder months, many naturals ascribe to the LOC method (Liquid, Oil, Cream) to retain moisture. If your hair can take that much, this is a great method for retaining moisture long-term. However, my hair is not robust enough to withstand the overwhelming moisture of oil and cream-based products at the same time. If you are building moisture into your regimen at every step along the way, or your hair is finer in texture, water-based leave-in and a non-solidifying cream are ideal. The last part is key — if your butter or cream congeals in colder weather, it may not be the best “final” sealing product. If it gets hard at cold temperatures inside the jar, guess what happens to it once you step into the cold weather outside? Despite all the moisture you’ve put in, hair will feel hard and wiry. Stick to blended smoothie-like products to avoid this feeling.
Styling
Many curlies resort to protective styling during the colder months, and with good reason. Hair can become easily ensnarled in sweaters, jackets, scarves, and other texturized/woven clothing that is popular in Fall and Winter. However, if protective styling isn’t your cup of green tea, it is still perfectly acceptable to rock “out” styles like wash n’ go’s and twist-outs. You just have to become hyper-vigilant about keeping your ends strong with protein treatments, and sealed to retain moisture and prevent splitting. If you really want to take a hands-off approach to your hair, Fall is the perfect time to experiment with beanies (line with satin to retain moisture), scarves, and head wraps.
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The Genesis of a Brand: A Personal Story Through Music
The brand an artist creates is often a tapestry woven from their personal stories. For Deja Destinée, her name carries a legacy and an inspiration that fuels her artistic presence. “Deja Destiny is destiny… My first name was by my sister… Named after Tyra Banks’ character in Higher Learning… Destiny was named by my grandmother before I was born,” she recounts. This personal lineage adds depth to her music and offers her audience a piece of her narrative, creating a genuine connection that transcends the rhythms and lyrics.
In the music industry, the background behind a name often holds a significant weight, and Deja’s is intertwined deeply with her familial ties. Her music doesn’t just offer sound; it provides listeners with resonance, a shared experience that taps into the emotional fabric of the listener. This personal touch has become a beacon for her brand and her music, positioning her as an artist with a story to tell, a history to honor, and a future to shape.
Commanding the Stage: Performance as a Reflection of the Artist
A major theme from the discussion centered around Deja’s approach to performance. Stating that music comes as “first nature,” it’s evident that her on-stage persona is where she truly shines. Describing her performances, Deja says, “I give a lot of cocky energy. When I get on the stage, I usually bring my dancers, I have, you know, the flashy custom outfits… it makes them feel good, and for it to make them feel like they really that b\*\*\*h.”
This attitude exemplifies the confidence and showmanship that Deja brings to her craft, setting her apart in a crowded industry. The energy of a live performance, where the artist and audience feed off each other’s enthusiasm, is particularly crucial for Deja. Each show becomes an intimate conversation between them, a shared moment of empowerment and celebration of talent. It’s in these details that Deja’s commitment to her artistry, and her desire to elevate the music experience, shines brightest.
A Nexus of Creativity: Beyond Music
During the conversation, it became apparent that Deja is not content with being pigeonholed as just a musician. With interests in acting and entrepreneurship, such as her unique skincare line *Co-Skin*, she relays, “I do hair, I do makeup, I have my own like, skincare line doing shea butter… It’s so many things that I feel like I can tap into.”
Her tenacity to take on multiple creative endeavors showcases not only her talent but her understanding of the importance of diversification in a modern artist’s career. Deja leverages her platform in music to venture into other areas of interest, broadening her reach and solidifying her presence both in and out of the music world. This blend of artistry and enterprise spotlights a new generation of artists who are as business-minded as they are creative, indicative of the changing tides within the industry.
The Future Sounds of Success: Deja’s Continual Growth
As the conversation turned towards future prospects, Deja Destinée laid out her vision of evolving within the industry and her plans to be a game-changer. With new music on the horizon, including the engagingly titled single “ATE”, and a role in the upcoming film premiere set for June 6th at Newark Cinema, Deja’s grind is relentless.
Echoing her earlier sentiments on the significance of grinding, she reiterates, “To work and put in the work… when you don’t want to do it, put in the work then, too, because in the end, it’s gonna pay off.” It’s with this unwavering dedication and drive that Deja Destinée forges ahead, paving her path with an unshakeable belief in her art and her ability to influence the industry.
Deja’s narrative is one that is building upon the foundations of authenticity, perseverance, and an uncompromising vision for what she wants to achieve. With a solid grounding in the values instilled in her name and approach to music, the future beckons with infinite possibilities, each one an opportunity to further the imprint of Deja Destinée on the world.
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