Crowning Glory Coils and Kinks

By Lady Carolyn M. Summerset Crowning Glory — Coils & Kinks When my granddaughter was scheduled to have her hair braided, I found myself searching for a heat protectant that would work well on her natural hair. Since I have not used heat on either of our hair in over a decade, I was a little cautious and honestly unsure of what to expect. I wanted something affordable, easy to use, and gentle enough to help prepare her hair for braiding without leaving it heavy or greasy. During a trip to Walmart, the first product that caught my eye in the heat protectant section was Aussie Hair Insurance Heat Protecting Shine Spray . I had never used anything from the Aussie line before, so this was a completely new experience for me. What first grabbed my attention was the bright purple bottle. It stood out immediately, and the price made it even more appealing. At the time, it was only $4.97 , so I decided to give it a try. First Impressions Because I have not used heat styling products in s...

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By Lady Carolyn M. Summerset Crowning Glory — Coils & Kinks From the Crowning Glory Archives | Originally Published March 4, 2019 | Refreshed October 2026 Hello, My Beautiful Naturalistas! Ladies, let's talk about something that many of us with natural hair have experienced. The winter hair blues! You know what I'm talking about! One minute, our curls are looking beautiful, soft, and full of life. Then the temperature drops, the wind starts blowing, and suddenly those gorgeous curls seem to have a mind of their own! LOL! What happened? Well, ladies, winter can certainly present some challenges for our natural hair, particularly when we're trying to maintain moisture, reduce tangling, and protect those delicate ends. And if you're anything like me, you want your hair to look beautiful without spending hours styling it every morning. Let's talk about keeping our crowns healthy and manageable when the weather turns cold. Why Does Natural Hair Feel Drier During Wint...