Growth versus Retention
JayThis is something that's common sense but something I never really considered or gave a lot of thought to before I joined the online natural hair community. I noticed in…
My Favorite Wigs
I'm thinking about going back to wigs, while I deal with the frustrations I talked about here. I don't wear wigs over my mini braids often but I do at…
Contemplating Taking These Braids Out…
I really miss my big hair. I'm thinking of taking these braids out at week 8. I could go much longer. I had a crazy idea that I could…
My Mini Braids- Update Week 6
I totally forgot to do this. The last week flew by, probably since I posted the previous update 3 days late. :/ This update should be from 7/12, but I…
My Sister’s Mini Braids- 4a/b hair
I asked my sister to do a guest post a while back and she still hasn't gotten around to it. I'm braiding her hair now...almost done. So I figured I'd…
Product Review- Peppermint Essential Oil
I haven’t used a lot of essential oils (EO), in fact this may be the only pure oil I’ve purchased. It has multiple uses and lasts quite a while. I've…
My Mini Braids- Back View
Took a pic of the back of my braids today. I love how thick my hair is...I'll continue to chase length, lol. Can't wait until my braids are bra strap…
How To: Cowashing Mini Braids
There are a few methods you can use to minimize frizz while you wash your mini braids. If you braids are prone to unraveling, you will need to secure the…
Want Your Braids Featured On the Blog?
Send pics of your mini braids to info@minibraidmethod.com to get them featured on the site. I'll add a slideshow for submissions. You don't have to show your face if you…
My Mini Braids- Update Week 5
These pics are from the end of my 5th full week in these mini braids. Taken July 5th, 2012.