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...

Originally published April 9, 2014 | Refreshed October 2026 By Lady Carolyn M. Summerset Crowning Glory — Coils & Kinks There is something timeless, elegant, and deeply meaningful about a beautiful church hat. For many women, especially in the Black church tradition, a hat is more than an accessory. It is a statement of grace, dignity, confidence, and reverence. A well-chosen hat has long been a part of Sunday best, adding beauty and sophistication to a woman’s overall look while honoring a cherished cultural tradition. More Than Fashion Church hats have long held a special place in African American style. Over the years, they have represented celebration, self-expression, and pride. From wide brims and dramatic shapes to feathers, bows, netting, and jeweled embellishments, these hats have brought elegance to worship services and special occasions alike. For many women, dressing for church was never simply about clothing. It was about presenting oneself with care, excellence, ...

By Lady Carolyn M. Summerset Crowning Glory — Coils & Kinks From the Crowning Glory Archives | Originally Published April 4, 2014 | Refreshed October 2026 Hello, My Beautiful Naturalistas! Ladies, we're going to talk about something today that may surprise some of you! Baking soda and natural hair. Now, if you've been following the natural hair community for years, you probably remember when homemade hair treatments were everywhere. We were experimenting with kitchen ingredients, searching for affordable alternatives, and trying to discover what worked for our beautiful curls and coils. Some of those discoveries were helpful. Others? Well, ladies, let's just say we've learned a few things along the way! LOL! Back in 2014, I shared an article about using baking soda to loosen natural curls. Today, I'm revisiting that topic because I believe it's important to correct information when we learn something new. And I no longer recommend using baking soda to loose...

  Originally published February 27, 2014 | Refreshed October 2026 By Lady Carolyn M. Summerset Crowning Glory — Coils & Kinks Hello, my beautiful Curl Friends! Every now and then, I look back through my natural hair journey and remember products that made a lasting impression. Some products came and went without much excitement. Others became staples in our hair care routines. And then there were those special small businesses that captured our attention, earned our loyalty, and made us genuinely sad when they closed. ReVe Essentials was one of those brands for me. When Natural Hair Businesses Were Making Their Mark Back in the early days of the natural hair movement, discovering a new product line was exciting! We were watching YouTube reviews, reading blogs, exchanging styling tips, and learning about ingredients that could help us care for our beautiful curls and coils. Independent natural hair businesses played an important role in those conversations. They introduced ...