Crowning Glory Coils and Kinks

Every Curl Has a Pattern. Every Crown Has a Story! Hello, my beautiful Curl Friends! Have you ever looked at another woman's gorgeous curls and wondered why her favorite hair product works beautifully for her, but does absolutely nothing for yours? Honey, I've been there! When I began my natural hair journey in March 2010, I quickly discovered that learning my curl pattern was only the beginning. I had to learn about strand thickness, porosity, moisture retention, shrinkage, and perhaps most importantly, what my own hair was trying to tell me. Today, we're going to explore something every naturalista should understand: your curl pattern is only one part of your natural-hair story. What Is Hair Typing? Hair typing is a popular system used to describe the shapes and patterns of naturally growing hair. You may have heard people describing their hair as 3A, 3B, 3C, 4A, 4B, or 4C. These descriptions can help us discuss our curls and coils, but they are not scientific measurement...

By Lady Carolyn M. Summerset Crowning Glory — Coils & Kinks Originally published May 14, 2014 | Refreshed October 2026 Hello, My Beautiful Curl Friends! Ladies, have you ever awakened in the morning, removed your bonnet, and discovered that your beautiful curls from yesterday were looking a little tired today? Maybe your hair feels dry. Perhaps your curls need a little encouragement, or your wash-and-go has lost some of its bounce. We've all had those mornings! Years ago, when I first wrote about hair steamers, the natural hair community was buzzing about these devices. Everywhere I looked, someone was talking about how steaming could transform dry curls into soft, moisturized, manageable hair. Of course, I was curious! But I also had a question: Do we really need another expensive hair tool to maintain beautiful natural hair? Let's talk about it! What Is Hair Steaming? Hair steaming involves exposing your hair to warm, moist air for a short period. Some women use a tablet...

   By Lady Carolyn M. Summerset Crowning Glory — Coils & Kinks Originally published May 2014 | Refreshed October 2026 Hello, My Beautiful Curl Friends! Ladies, can we talk about accessories for a moment? Sometimes, the difference between an ordinary hair day and a fabulous one is not another styling product, a complicated hairstyle, or an hour spent in front of the mirror. Sometimes, all it takes is a beautiful headband! I remember sharing some gorgeous jeweled headbands with you back in 2014. Oh, how I loved those sparkling accessories! They added elegance, personality, and a little glamour to almost any hairstyle. Well, here we are years later, and one thing hasn't changed: a beautiful headband can still make your natural curls and coils look absolutely fabulous! Whether your hair is short, long, curly, coily, or somewhere in between, there's a headband style waiting to complement your crown. 1. Jeweled Headbands: A Little Sparkle Goes a Long Way Remember those beautif...

Soft Moisture, Gentle Hold & What I Learned About This Curl Cream By Lady Carolyn M. Summerset Crowning Glory — Coils & Kinks Originally published May 1, 2014 | Refreshed October 2026 Hello, My Beautiful Curl Friends! Have you ever purchased a natural hair product hoping it would deliver beautiful, moisturized, defined curls, only to discover that it did some things wonderfully and others not quite so well? Well, ladies, that's exactly what makes our natural hair journeys so interesting! Over the years, I have experimented with countless shampoos, conditioners, oils, leave-ins, and styling creams. Some became favorites, while others taught me valuable lessons about what my hair actually needs. Today, we're revisiting a product I reviewed back in 2014: Dr. Miracle's Curl Care Weightless Moisturizing Crème. This is a look back at my original experience, what worked for my curls, what didn't, and what I would tell my readers today. First Impressions: Was It Rea...