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Emerald // Natural Hair Style Icon

Avatar • May 12, 2013

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Introduce yourself!
E:
My name is Emerald Guidry. I am from Lake Charles, Louisiana, but I reside in Lafayette, Louisiana where I attend the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. I am currently a senior at the UL of Lafayette where I am majoring in Pre-law/Political Science. I actually graduate this May. (I am beyond excited)

How long have you been natural?
E:
I have been natural for the last 5 years. I went natural my junior year in high school.

How and why did you transition into natural hair?
E:
I transitioned to go natural in high school because I was having a hard time getting my relaxers to take properly. I would get perms, but they would never straighten all of my hair. So from there I decided to stop getting them all together. Not only were the perms not taking, they also began to thin my hair out. As I transitioned I knew nothing about the process, so I continued my normal routine of roller wraps, deep conditions, and rod sets. However, I was oblivious to the danger of using a flat iron while transitioning. So once I entered college and decided to wear my natural hair I noticed that I had to basically retrain my front pieces of hair to act right. I had a bad habit of going over my bangs with a flat iron while transitioning at the beginning. Toward the end of my transitioning process I would rod my hair with perm rods weekly. It truly helped me keep the flat iron out of my hair.

What are your must-have products for shampooing, conditioning and styling your hair?
E:
My must have products are normally whatever I feel like using. My main go to products are Shea Moisture Brilliant Curl Shampoo and the Shea Moisture Deep Treatment Masque. In between shampoos, I co-wash my hair with Biolage by Matrix Conditioning Balm. It is a bit pricey, so sometimes I switch it out with Aussie Moist Conditioner. For basic styling I use Elasta QP Mango-Olive Oil Butter (It works miracles in my hair), and Shea Moisture Coconut Hibiscus Curl and Style Milk. For oils I tend to just stick to my handy virgin olive oil. Lastly, for detangling I use the Denman styling hair brush.

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Tell us about your hair color?
E:
My hair color right now is a copper/orangish brown. I love experimenting with color. Experimenting with hair color does not do much damage to my hair. The only negative experience I have is about two months after coloring my hair my ends get dry. I normally saturate them with conditioner and oil during my deep conditioning days to get them back moisturized. My latest experiment with color was when I ombred the ends of my fro with a blazing burgundy using a box color by Clairol Textures and Tones. Unfortunately the burgundy faded quickly and my hair returned back to this copper color that my hair is now. During the winter I tend to rinse it a dark brown or black.

What is your signature hairstyle?
E:
My signature hairstyle would be my afro puff, my braid outs, and my two flat twists. With my school and work schedule I find braid outs on freshly washed hair or day old hair works easier for me and helps me eliminate time. I normally do about 9 braids and allow them to dry over night. I sleep with a silk bonnet and in the morning take them apart with a little olive oil on my fingertips to eliminate frizz. Once my braid outs become old after about 4 days, I opt to putting a little olive oil and Eco Styler Gel on my edges, push my hair back with a silk piece of scarf, and pull my afro up into a puff. I also do the two flat twists when my hair is at its wits end. Whenever it is time for a good shampoo and I do not have the time I normally will twist two nice sized flat twists going to the back and complete it with a nice bun for school or work.

What is your style philosophy?
E:
My style philosophy is to have no limits to your own personal style. Allow your style to tell a story and tell who you are. There will be many of times you will not be able to speak a word to anyone when you enter a room, but your style will tell it all. So allow your style to speak for you and leave an imprint on peopleโ€™s mind.

What are the three favorite things in your closet?
E:
My three favorite things in my closet right now will have to be my array of vintage colored blazers, ankle length jeans, and my floral pieces for spring. I can make a chic and unique outfit for almost any occasion with my blazers. My vintage blazers are my own personal collection. I seriously have a blazer in every color for any season. I adore my ankle length jeans because I am petite so the length works out perfectly for me. I am loving my spring pieces, especially the floral ones. I have purchased floral blazers, floral heels, and floral pants!

Is there a blog/webpage where we can find you?
E:
I do not have a blog, but you can find me on Instagram at: em_jayde or on Facebook: Emerald Jayde.

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Sojourner
7 years ago

Gorgeous! Love your style and texture, it looks very similar to mine! Youโ€™re so versatile, itโ€™s great! Thanks for sharing! ๐Ÿ™‚

Emerald Guidry
Emerald Guidry
7 years ago
Reply to  Sojourner

Aww thank you very much!

felicia
7 years ago

I truly love your style ur hair is beyond gorgueous love the colors

Emerald Guidry
Emerald Guidry
7 years ago
Reply to  felicia

Thank you =)

Tamikah
Tamikah
7 years ago

Her hair is everything, love the style and color. Great style icon

Emerald Guidry
Emerald Guidry
7 years ago
Reply to  Tamikah

Awww thank you!

LAU
LAU
7 years ago

Gorgeous!!!
I love erything, youre hair & your style.
Thanks for the inspiration.
๐Ÿ™‚ from Paris (France)

Emerald Guidry
Emerald Guidry
7 years ago
Reply to  LAU

Awww, thank you! I truly appreciate it!

Emerald Guidry
Emerald Guidry
7 years ago

Aww thank you so much! ๐Ÿ™‚

TWA4now
TWA4now
7 years ago

One word: BEAUTIFUL!

Emerald Guidry
Emerald Guidry
7 years ago
Reply to  TWA4now

Thank you! ๐Ÿ™‚

rw
rw
7 years ago

great choice for natural icon, best puff iโ€™ve ever seen, she should come back tell up how she did does it

Emerald Guidry
Emerald Guidry
7 years ago
Reply to  rw

Thank you so much!
I normally wear my puffs when my hair is at its dirtiest. lol

Camillia
Camillia
7 years ago

She and her hair are lovely!!!

Emerald Guidry
Emerald Guidry
7 years ago
Reply to  Camillia

Thank you! ๐Ÿ™‚

MJay
MJay
7 years ago

My God youโ€™re so gorgeous! And those curls are to die for!

Emerald Guidry
Emerald Guidry
7 years ago
Reply to  MJay

Thank you!

Eloise Kirk
7 years ago

โ€œGreat, thanks for sharing this article post.Really thank you! Really Cool.โ€

Emerald Guidry
Emerald Guidry
7 years ago
Reply to  Eloise Kirk

Thank you! ๐Ÿ™‚

person
person
7 years ago

are those twists extensions or your natural hair? sorry, i cant tell >.<

Emerald Guidry
Emerald Guidry
7 years ago
Reply to  person

They are extensions. I just add some marely hair within my normal twist so theyโ€™ll last longer

Lucille
Lucille
7 years ago

Gorgeous style and an inspiration for another round faced girl struggling with a wayward (and currently very short) โ€˜fro. You definitely rock it!

Emerald Guidry
Emerald Guidry
7 years ago
Reply to  Lucille

lol Indeed. I recently learned that middle parts work better with my round face. So, if you get a chance try rocking a middle part and see how you like it.

karajw
karajw
7 years ago

Offical Hair Crush!!! I love the color OMG!!!!

Emerald Guidry
Emerald Guidry
7 years ago
Reply to  karajw

Awww thank you!!!

MrsGlam
7 years ago

Gorgeous hair!

Emerald Guidry
Emerald Guidry
7 years ago
Reply to  MrsGlam

Thanks!

Caramelcurls
Caramelcurls
7 years ago

LOVE that hair and baby doll faceโ€”you are so CUTE! I can tell that you exude confidence from within, it shows in your smile and how you carry yourself. God Bless!

Emerals Guidry
Emerals Guidry
7 years ago
Reply to  Caramelcurls

Thank you! ^_^

Janea
Janea
7 years ago

Love,Love,Love this style icon. Your hair is BEAUTIFUL :).

Emerald Guidry
Emerald Guidry
7 years ago
Reply to  Janea

Thank you ๐Ÿ™‚

DiJah
DiJah
7 years ago

Emerald! I just looooove your hair. And that puff??? luv it!

Congrats on graduating ๐Ÿ™‚

oh and send me some pralines and beignets ๐Ÿ˜€ lol.

Emerald Guidry
Emerald Guidry
7 years ago
Reply to  DiJah

lol Thanks girl!
You must come to Louisiana and try it all

keisha
keisha
7 years ago

awww so in love with your hair and style! congrats on graduating!

Emerald Guidry
Emerald Guidry
7 years ago
Reply to  keisha

Thank you so much!

Djanira
Djanira
7 years ago

Gorgeous

Emerald Guidry
Emerald Guidry
7 years ago
Reply to  Djanira

Thank you!

Rosalie
7 years ago

This girl is stunning. Beautiful hair too!

Emerald Guidry
Emerald Guidry
7 years ago
Reply to  Rosalie

Thanksss

Dajuana
Dajuana
7 years ago

As a Lafayette, LA native (shout out!!!) Iโ€™m extremely floored to see us on the natural road map!!! Iโ€™m inspired by your style!!! I also live by Aussie Moist Conditioner & flat twists (pinned to scalp @ night to keep stretched). Iโ€™ll have to share your feature with my fbfโ€ฆ& will def. look you up on instagram!!!

Emerals Guidry
Emerals Guidry
7 years ago
Reply to  Dajuana

Aww, thank you soooo much! I truly appreciate it! Yes, that Aussie conditioner does wonders! Lol

Jessica
Jessica
7 years ago

What a beauty!

Emerals Guidry
Emerals Guidry
7 years ago
Reply to  Jessica

Thank you ๐Ÿ™‚

yasmin
yasmin
7 years ago

Your hairstyle are really nice and your makeup is on point, your a pretty woman. I just wish that my hair will get to the second stage thats it shoulder its been almost 2 1/5 years and my hair is the same lenght. I am trying not to get dishearten by it all but I will keep fighting lol lol..

Emerals Guidry
Emerals Guidry
7 years ago
Reply to  yasmin

Thank you! Lol Noooo, donโ€™t give up! Mayb change up your styling or use more protective styles.

EL2
EL2
7 years ago

Healthy n Gorgeous hair, loving the colour too.

Emerals Guidry
Emerals Guidry
7 years ago
Reply to  EL2

Thank you so much! I didnโ€™t mean to press the thumbs down, I was trying to press reply. Lol

Alieen Stewart
7 years ago

Good looking blog with interesting nice information.
I always keep in touch with your blog and going to bookmark also.
Thanks ..
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CherishBomb
7 years ago

I love her style and the buns are superhero cute! she should model

Emerals Guidry
Emerals Guidry
7 years ago
Reply to  CherishBomb

Thank you! ๐Ÿ™‚

Katrina
Katrina
7 years ago

Loving the hair colors

D.K.
7 years ago

The color is great and I love the pic of the twists. Lots of volume!

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shamera
shamera
7 years ago

Your hair is GORGEOUS!!!! I wanted to know if you could help me find out my curl pattern so I can start purchasing the right products. Please ๐Ÿ™‚

Brittany Hudson
Brittany Hudson
7 years ago

Hi, Iโ€™m from Lafayette, La too, but currently live in Houston!!! I love your hair and color. Keep inspiring ๐Ÿ™‚

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