Transitioning Tale: Dominique-Alexis' Story

Dominique-Alexis on the right

Well, well, well, it's time to pull another natural hair tale out of the archives. Two years ago, a beautiful young diva named Dominique-Alexis submitted her natural hair tale to Protecting Your Crown & Glory. Dominique-Alexis is the owner of a fabulous website called Natural-Hair-Care-Info.com. Her site and its accompanying Facebook page are dedicated to educating teens and adults about the beauty of natural hair. So now, without further ado, here is Dominque-Alexis' natural hair tale, as told to PYCAG:

Call for Submissions

Hey divas,

My Transitioning Tales well has run dry, and I'm looking for some fabulous ladies who are willing to re-fill it. Whether you have just started your natural hair journey or have been on one for some time now, we'd love to hear from you. Your story can help those contemplating a slow transition or the big chop solidify their decision. We could all use a little inspiration, so I strongly urge those of you who are transitioning, have transitioned, or have always been natural, to submit your story.

If interested, simply send an email to DPrincess_28@yahoo.com, and I'll provide you with the next steps to take in order to get your story featured. Remember, this is a sisterhood, and we can all learn from each other, so please don't hesitate to share your experience with us.




XOXO,

DPrincess28

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Transitioning Tale: Maria's Story

Two years ago, I requested submissions for inclusion in PYCAG's Transitioning Tales section. While scrolling through my archives, I realized there was one story that had yet to be published. It's that of a beautiful diva named Maria. After rocking a relaxer for 15 years, she finally decided to do the big chop. So now, without further ado, here is Maria's transitioning tale, as told to PYCAG:

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Transitioning Tale: MagnificentReign's Story

Relaxed hair

Last year, a beautiful diva who goes by the name MagnificentReign submitted her natural hair tale to Protecting Your Crown & Glory. After successfully transitioning from relaxed to natural, she is now enjoying mid-back length, natural hair. Her regimen has proven to yield great results, which is why it hasn't changed. So now, without further ado, here is MagnificentReign's transitioning tale as told to Protecting Your Crown & Glory.

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Transitioning Tale: Napturally-Obssessed's Story

Relaxed

Today's transitioning tale is about a beautiful diva named Napturally-Obsessed. Having been addicted to the creamy crack for eight years, she never imagined that she'd one day be lye-free and loving it! Now, without further ado, here is Napturally-Obsessed's natural hair tale, as told to PYCAG:

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Transitioning Tale: MsCurlyCouture's Story

Today's transitioning tale is that of a beautiful young diva named MsCurlyCouture. After having experienced several ups and downs in her hair care journey, she finally decided to go natural, as she felt letting go of the creamy crack the best way to solve some of her hair care woes. Fully equipped with the knowledge she's learned via YouTube and hair care blogs, MsCurlyCouture now shares some of that insight via her own YouTube channel. Now, without further ado, here is MsCurlyCouture's transitioning tale as told to PYCAG:

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A Transitioning Tale: Amber's Story

Today's transitioning tale is that of a beautiful diva named Amber. Amber's tale is quite inspirational, as she didn't simply decide to transition because of styling options. Instead, her decision to go natural was driven by her desire to protect her hair from harsh chemical relaxers, which only exascerbated the hair loss she suffered as a result of her battle with lupus. Without further ado, here is Amber's transitioning tale, as told to PYCAG:

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Transitioning Tale: Porsha's Story

Today's transitioning tale is that of a beautiful diva named Porsha. Unafraid to try new things, Porsha has decided to share the ups and downs of her natural hair journey, as well as her beauty practices on her blog at PCOBeauty.blogspot.com. Although this diva has made much progress with her natural tresses, she's not one to make any promises. "I am not 100 percent against relaxers and may one day go back to one," she states. "I think it’s nice to have options. I just want to see where my natural hair will lead me." Having shared the details of her transition, Porsha is showing the readers of PYCAG where she currently is on her journey:

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A Transitioning Tale: Michelle's Story

Michelle relaxed

A beautiful diva named Michelle decided to share her natural hair journey with Protecting Your Crown & Glory (PYCAG). As with just about everyone, Michelle has experienced many ups and downs on her journey to natural, healthy hair. You can learn more about her hair adventures on her blog at RadiantBrownBeauty.com, or on her Youtube channel at Reviyve. Now, without further ado, here is Michelle's natural hair tale, as told to PYCAG:

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A Natural Tale: Miss. Leah's Story

Today's tale is that of a lovely diva named Miss. Leah. Unlike those of us who had to kick an addiction to the creamy crack, Miss. Leah has always been natural. However, her story proves that whether one has always been natural or transitioned to natural, maintaining healthy hair can be a challenge. You can follow Miss. Leah's hair journey on her blog at Adiamondthroughthefire.blogspot.com. Now, without further ado, this is Miss. Leah's natural hair tale, as told to Protecting Your Crown & Glory:

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Transitioning Tale: Lilianshekinah's Story

Today's transitioning tale is that of a beautiful young diva named Lilianshekinah. Having been relaxed for only a short period of time, Lilianshekinah began her transition in childhood, and has been natural ever since. You can learn more about her hair care journey, as well as her random adventures in life, on her blog. Now, without further ado, here is her natural hair tale, as told to PYCAG.

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Transitioning Tale: LaShawnda's Story

Today's transitioning tale is that of a fabulous diva named LaShawnda. Some of you may already know her as Igmstar on YouTube, or be familiar with her blog. Although she is often kept busy blogging and vlogging about pop culture, fashion and everything else in between, she was kind enough to take a moment to chat with PYCAG about her natural hair journey. So, without further ado, this is LaShawnda's natural hair tale: 

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Transitioning Tale: Glamourstruckk's Story

The first person to respond to the recent call for submissions for the Transitioning Tales/Inspiration section of PYCAG was a beautiful diva who goes by the name Glamourstruckk. Not only is she daring enough to kiss the lye goodbye, but she has also proven to be extremely brave by sharing each stage of her journey, which despite her screenname is not always glamourous, with the world wide web. You can check her out on YouTube at Glamourstruckk or on her blog at What The Kink. Now, without further ado, here are the details of her transition, as told to PYCAG.

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Transitioning Tale: Maya's Story

A beautiful diva named Maya submitted her transitioning tale to Protecting Your Crown & Glory (PYCAG) in May of this year. Having been relaxed for several years, Maya once thought the natural route was not for her. Now fully natural, Maya is loving her luscious locks and wishes to share the details of her journey in hopes that it will inspire other women to embrace their natural hair. Without further ado, here is Maya's transitioning tale, as told to PYCAG.

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Transitioning Tale: Roserich's Story

A lovely diva who goes by the name Roserich submitted her transitioning tale to Protecting Your Crown & Glory (PYCAG) when she was just 11 weeks into her transition. The pic you see above is of her relaxed hair, and the pic below at right is of her hair 6 weeks post relaxer. Roserich sumbitted her tale to PYCAG in February of last year, so she should be well on her way to having a full head of natural hair. Below are the details of her transition when she initially embarked on this journey.

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Transitioning Tale: KinkyCurlyBunny's Story

Before & After

Today's transitioning tale is that of a beautiful diva named KinkyCurlyBunny, who, after slowly transitioning for a little over a year, was happy to reclaim her healthy, natural tresses. It's been a year and six months since she submitted her story to Protecting Your Crown & Glory, so please keep in mind that her regimen and product list may have changed. However, the details surrounding her transition from relaxed to natural are just as valid today as they were a year ago. So, without further ado, here is KinkyCurlyBunny's transitioning tale as told to PYCAG.

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Interview with Viva the Diva TV

I recently participated in a video interview with the fabulous YouTube personality, Viva the Diva. I was honored and thrilled when she contacted me and asked if I would allow myself to be interviewed by her. We talked about all things hair, and although those of you who have followed me for a long time may not be surprised by any of my answers, I still thought you'd enjoy this fun and cool vid. Check it out:

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Transitioning Tale: Shanna's Story

A fabulous diva named Shanna submitted her transitioning tale to Protecting Your Crown & Glory (PYCAG) in January of 2010. Shanna was approximately eight months into her transition at the time she recounted the details of her hair journey. Although a lot of time has passed, the facts remain the same. So, without further ado, here is her tale, as told to PYCAG.

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Transitioning Tale: Ashleystyle's Natural Hair Journey

Today's transitioning tale is that of a lovely subscriber who goes by the name of Ashleystyle. If you've ever watched any videos of this fierce, sassy diva, then you know why she is worthy of such a name. Ashleystyle submitted her transitioning tale to Protecting Your Crown & Glory in December of 2009, and although some of the the details may be a little outdated, you can always catch up on her current hair care methods by visiting her YouTube channel at Ashleystyle.

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A Transitioning Tale: Ashley's Story

Relaxed to natural

Protecting Your Crown & Glory (PYCAG) would like to feature the transitioning tale of one of its most faithful subbies, Ashley. Ashley has been a true diva, consistently commenting and staying connected, which is why it is imperative that she take center stage today. Ashley originally submitted her transitioning tale to PYCAG two years ago, and her story somehow got lost in the sauce! This fabulous diva is now 100% natural, and we are catching up with her today to get the deets on her journey.