Nowadays, natural hair is synonymous with freedom, resistance and empowerment, and having natural locks has many benefits.
After a long time following the exclusive aesthetic standard of straight hair, nowadays there is already a more in-depth discussion on the subject. As a result, women are feeling much more confident and empowered to embrace their natural hair. Whatever it is. The biggest impact of this pattern was on curly or frizzy hair, but fortunately this is no longer as strong as it once was.
Taking on natural, curly hair has become a very important act of representation, especially for women. But beyond that, the habit of keeping your hair as it is by nature can be a transformative experience, especially for self-esteem. And much more practical and cheaper.
Hair transition, which is the process of getting rid of processes that alter the shape of the hair, is very popular. If you have ever thought about doing this, this article is for you. So, check out 7 reasons that will prove to you how keeping your hair natural can be good for you.
Natural hair
Natural hair is hair that has not undergone any type of procedure to alter its shape or color. It can be through a chemical process, in this case straightening, coloring or bleaching. Or even mechanical, like using a straightener and curling iron. So, natural hair is the authentic one, the one you are born with, be it straight, curly, frizzy, etc.
But as we know, for a long time, natural hair, especially kinky and curly hair, was not seen as beautiful, like straight hair. And this thought made many women undergo these procedures. And often without even genuinely wanting to, just as a way of fitting into this pattern.
Fortunately, today we can say that we are breaking out of this pattern a little and appreciating other types and shapes of hair. And that is very representative and liberating. Therefore, keeping natural or straightened hair becomes more of a personal choice, rather than a choice imposed by society.
7 reasons to wear your hair natural
Furthermore, keeping your hair natural has many other benefits, for your hair itself, for your self-esteem and also for your wallet.
1 – Healthier hair
This is pretty obvious, because we know how these chemical processes can affect and damage hair. So, by giving up these procedures, reducing or abandoning the dryer and straightener, your hair will suffer less damage. In other words, by aligning this with the right care, the hair that was previously weakened begins to recover. And the consequence of this is a much healthier appearance. In addition, of course, to more softness, shine and movement.
2 – Economy
Procedures to straighten or color hair are not cheap. Furthermore, they need to be done from time to time to maintain their effect. So, when you adopt natural hair, you will no longer need to spend money on it. In other words, you can invest that money in other things. For example, saving for a trip. Or even buy something you’ve wanted for a long time but never had any money left over.
3 – Get to know your own hair better
After many years of straightening their hair, it is common for many women to not even remember what their hair was like before that. Therefore, after a long hair transition process, you will finally be able to remember the original details of your hair. And this can be surprising, for those who have frizzy or curly hair and even for those who have slightly wavy or straight hair, but who always used a straightener and a hairdryer.
4 – Discover a new style
Yes, even those details that for a long time were considered “defects” can now be a special charm. Such as a wave at the end of the hair, a natural frizz or even natural volume can open up new horizons. With natural hair, you once again discover the movement your hair had, a fuller fit or a new style. Many women are letting go of that “perfect” style with everything in place, and making room for a more natural and relaxed look.
5 – More practicality
Although many people argue that straight hair is easier to care for, there is controversy about this. Especially because, by abandoning chemical procedures, the hair strands become healthier and recovered from aggression. Therefore, healthier hair is much more practical to maintain a care routine.
Using the appropriate products, doing a simple finishing, natural hair, whether straight, curly or frizzy, is ready to go. Goodbye spending hours drying, straightening and finishing your hair. Use this time to do other more important things.
6 – Breaking the aesthetic standard
As previously mentioned, many women with curly and even straight hair underwent hair procedures to fit into the perfect straight pattern. So, when you wear your natural hair, you start to notice the real details of your locks. And with this you can understand that these characteristics are not imperfections. Therefore, one of the greatest achievements of natural hair is the chance to end the dictatorship of straight hair.
7 – Freedom and empowerment
Nowadays, being able to wear your hair as it is has become a symbol of freedom and empowerment. In addition to a political act. Because by embracing your natural hair, you are also getting in touch with your origins and resisting, and this goes far beyond aesthetics.
The freedom to be who you are and choose what to be can be a very positive and enriching experience. Far beyond what others will think or think, your hair, your rules. Therefore, if at some point you decide to straighten again, it’s okay.
Celebrities who wore natural hair
Finally, to inspire you even more, meet some celebrities who decided to leave their hair natural and rocked it.
Maisa Silva
Taís Araújo
Halsey
Juliana Paes
Kefera
Behind
Ludmila
Brunna Gonçalves
Camila Cabello
Day
Anyway, what did you think of this article? In fact, take the opportunity to also check out 13 inspirations for cuts for curly hair.
Sources: Salon Line Women’s Tips
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