Introduce yourself!
J: Hi! My name is Julie Thomas aka Juboolee and Iโm from Philadelphia, PA. Philly stand up!
Why did you make the decision to go natural?
J: Iโve been natural since about 2007, however Iโve recently embarked on a new natural hair journey. I big chopped on February 23, 2013. So itโs been about a year and some change with my healthier natural hair. I first went natural in college. I just stopped relaxing my hair. I had no intention of rocking natural styles at the time. I was still straightening my hair pretty frequently, and didnโt have any knowledge that I was ruining my natural curl pattern. Heat damage is why I decided to start all over again. Once I started wearing my hair in its natural state, I would get frustrated with the poor texture at the top of my head from heat damage. So I made the rash decision to chop it all off. I did it, and it was the best decision ever!
How would you describe your texture?
J: Iโm not too into the hair typing thing, however I would describe my hair texture as 4b/4c. My hair is very coarse, yet soft; and I have very tight curls. My curls in the front are slightly looser. Most days my hair behaves, so I have no complaints!
Describe your styling regimen over the course of the month.
J: Now that my hair is short my styling regimen is quite simple. I pretty much stay consistent with wash and goโs when Iโm not experimenting with protective styles. After my wash day routine I do a slight variation of the LOC (Leave-in, Oil, Cream) method. I apply my cream before the oil. I use Cantu Shea Butter Leave-In Conditioning Repair Cream then I follow with a little of the Doesnโt Get Much BUTTER Than This hair dressing by The Mane Choice. I lock it all in with my handy dandy coconut oil. Then the fun part! I basically take small sections of hair and finger coil with either Eco Styler Olive Oil Gel or Shea Moisture Curl Enhancing Smoothie. I immediately separate the coil for my desired curl. Eco Styler Gel gives me a firmer hold, and I can squeeze a few extra days out of the style. I do this about every week. When Iโm too lazy to do my wash and go, I just fluff out the current W&G and rock my fro.
What does wash day look like for you?
J: Wash days begin with pre-pooing with coconut oil. I looooove coconut oil! Iโll go through and detangle my hair with the coconut oil and let it sit for about 10โ15 minutes before I cleanse. I then shampoo my hair with Clear Ultra Shea Butter Shampoo. I want to soon switch to a sulfate-free cleanser, however the Clear shampoo gets my scalp clean without the stripped feeling. After that I follow up with Oyin Handmadeโs Honey Hemp Conditioner and comb that through for about 5 minutes and rinse. Then I deep condition with The Mane Choiceโs Green Tea & Carrot Deep Conditioning Mask. I let that sit for 30โ45 minutes, rinse, and voila! Freshly washed and conditioned hair!
Describe your favorite go-to hairstyle for days when you donโt have a lot of time to style.
J: If I donโt have much time to do my wash and go process Iโll either wear a fluffed out afro or Iโll pull out my girl Drew! Drew is my go-to curly synthetic wig lol. She got me through the awkward phase of the TWA stage and always comes through in a clutch! Lol
How do you combat shrinkage?
J: I donโt fight with shrinkage. I actually embrace it. I love my hair in its shorter state. Iโm tip-toeing out of that awkward stage so I donโt mind my shrunken fro right now.
What are some of your problem areas (if any) that require special care and attention?
J: My problem area is my dry scalp. I have to make sure I keep it moisturized. Every other night Iโll massage coconut oil into my scalp with my fingertips.
What are 2 doโs for your texture?
J: Detangle and Moisturize. Itโs very important to thoroughly detangle your hair and take your time while doing so. I rarely get any knots, but I am a stickler when it comes to detangling.
My hair as well as my scalp can get really dry if I donโt keep up with moisturizing regularly. I make sure I massage oil into my scalp often and seal a moisturizer or cream into my hair when styling. I also spritz my hair with water every morning to refreshen the style for the day.
What are 2 donโts for your texture?
J: Two dontโs are sleeping without a satin bonnet and leaving a protective style in for too long. I try to limit them to 4 weeks max.
Is there a blog/webpage where we can find you?
J: Absolutely! You can check out my blog, Journey with Juboolee at www.juboolee.com and keep up with me via Instagram and Twitter @juboolee.
My hair twin! Yes! ๐
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Wow so Infinite!
Yes!! Love it! ๐
Your hair is hella cute! I love the bold lip color too
Thank you! ๐
I feel like my hair needs a second big chop, however Iโm just not brave enough. Iโm trimming as I go, sort of transition into healthier hair. I love the fact that you embraced a second big chop, you and your hair are beautiful
Thanks so much! Donโt be afraid to chop again if that is what you want to do. It will grow back in no time ๐
Very lovely to see someone enjoying the ease of the TWA. Your hair has a very heathy shine. Keep up the good work. I like your new take on the LOC method too.
very beautiful young lady! I love your lipstick and your fierce style. Pretty hair!
Girl you are so fabulous! Iโm in love with your style and iโm totally diggin your fifty shades of lipcolor! Lotsoflove from the Netherlands!
Wow, thanks so much! Lots of love back at ya! xo
Waouh!???? Youโre so cool whith your short hair! From now onward, youโre my inspiration! ????
Awwww thanks so much! xo
Gorgeous! And she has the perfect shaped head for that style. I love it!!
you look fabulous with both your natural froโ and protective styles! lovely!
You could fall in love and stay in love. It is hella cute and the fluffy Afro is definition. It stole my heart, itโs very cute and healthy. You could run your fingers through them but I wouldnโt recommend it! Ha ha.
Fabulousโฆyour pictures are making me feel some type of way.. I love your styleโฆ