DTH Mag Vol 5 - Flipbook - Page 16
I was first a consumer. I remember
how I felt at my first curl appointment
in 2014. I remember being introduced
to my hair. Really being introduced to
myself. I was very present during the
beginning of my curl journey and the
access I received to my authentic self. I
had amazing hair days and days where
I wasn’t very sure what was going on.
But through it all, I got the chance to
love and build a real relationship with
myself. I was beautiful because I said I
RIMBERIO
was. TheCEO
level OF
of love
and confidence
COMPANY
that I gained at the beginning of my
curl journey truly transformed me. I
fell in love with curls and becoming a
Curl Artist specifically because I would
get the chance to genuinely serve and
be a stand for black women… we need
that… the world needs that.
What advice do you have for anyone
transitioning to their natural curls?
I N E
Photos: Larry Wright
Where does your love of curls come
from?B O R C E L L E M A G A Z
“The level of love and confidence
that I gained at the beginning of my
curl journey truly transformed me.”
I would advise anyone that is
transitioning at any capacity, rather it
be from a relaxer, heat damage, color
damage, or any form of a compromise
cuticle, mentally prepare first. Decide
what you say about yourself. The
world is going to have opinions about
what ever decision you make. People
have a hard time adjusting to change.
Once you have truly decided to
transition, do what feels right to you. If
you’re looking for a drastic change
fast, big chop. If you’re interested in
transition over time, find styles that
support your end goal. I often suggest
a set of some sort i.e. rod set, twist out,
bantu knot out, braid out. (Note: With
relaxed hair, it is common to see the
relaxed hair start to break off during
transition.)
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