Introduce yourself!
T: Hey! My name is Tae’Lor Roots and I am originally from Washington, D.C. however, I now reside in NYC where I am a Fashion Merchandising student at LIM College.
Why did you make the decision to go natural?
T: I actually only had a perm for about 3-4 years. I decided to stop processing my hair in the summer of 2011. It was a random decision that I did not think I would really go through with. I just did not like the way the relaxer burned my scalp every time I got one.
How would you describe your texture?
T: My hair texture is predominantly 4A. My curls are an ‘S’ shape and my hair is very thick and coarse.
Describe your styling regimen over the course of the month.
T: I get asked a lot about my hair regimen, and honestly it is nothing special. I try to shampoo and deep condition at least once a month with olive oil cholesterol and hot oil. Typically, I’ll just co-wash my hair whenever I feel it is necessary (when it feels dry or tangled). After the wash, I put about 10 twists in my hair using leave in conditioner or hair mayonnaise to keep it moist and I try to take them out before they fully dry so my hair shrinks just a little. Adding natural oils (virgin olive oil, coconut oil, argan oil) helps keep the shine and moisture throughout the day.
What does wash day look like for you?
T: A wash day is a day that I plan to stay in. I have been trying different sulfate free shampoos to see which one works well with my hair color and maintains moisture. Currently I am using Crème of Nature’s Sulfate-Free Argan Oil Moisture and Shine Shampoo and it is working fairly well. My favorite so far has been Wen; it is an all in one cleansing conditioner that not only cleans my hair thoroughly, but also detangles and softens it. When using regular shampoo, I condition with Organix Nourishing Coconut Milk Conditioner and let it sit for about 15 minutes under a cap before rinsing it out.
Describe your favorite go-to hairstyle for days when you don’t have a lot of time to style.
T: I would love to try new hairstyles, but I rarely have time between school and work. If my hair isn’t in a big red fro, it’s usually in a big red puff ball.
How do you combat shrinkage?
T: I like my shrinkage. My hair is too long to wear as a high afro, so I let my hair out when it is wet to allow it to shrink and stand tall.
Tell us about your hair color?
T: My hair color is Ruby Rage by Clairol. My mom went to cosmetology school and has been the only person that has touched my hair (other than when I get braid extensions). She did my color for me after many months of begging. It has changed the texture of my hair. It is not as soft as it once was and it gets tangled more often. I appreciate the attention I get from it, but I definitely would never do it again.
What are some of your problem areas (if any) that require special care and attention?
T: My only problem area is the tangling. Sometimes the curls get tangled together which causes me to grab my shears and start cutting.
What are 2 do’s for your texture?
T: Always condition and keep oiling.
What are 2 don’ts for your texture?
T: Don’t sleep on your hair without a bonnet or silk pillowcase (it will dry your hair out). Don’t use products with sulfates or alcohol.
Is there a blog/webpage where we can find you?
T: Instagram: @Queen_Taelor
Tumblr: RootsAndStems.Tumblr.com
Twitter: @Queen_Taelor
46 Responses
You’re so beautiful. That picture of you in the pool looks like a CoverGirl ad!
It is so refreshing to see someone rocking shrunken hair! It’s beautiful!
Stunning…..
Your hair and style are gorgeous!! And so glad to see someone not afraid of shrinkage, although an afro can never be too high! Unless you are sitting in front of me in a movie theater. 😉
I NEEEEEEEEED to be able to look that good in a red dress!!!!! OMG the pics are gorgeous. How is it we are the same complexion yet your skin looks like cream???? I’m so jealous BEAUTIFUL!!!
Pretty!!!
What do you moisturize with??
Mostly coconut oil and olive oil.
Why are people trolling on here about her name? It’s a very unique and creative name. If people don’t like it, then they can go kick rocks! But anyways, I love your hair. And that picture in the red dress! You need to be on a red carpet somewhere. You’re my new hairspiration!!!
Thank you! I really appreciate it =)
Magnifique! I just love everything about you. so energetic. I hear you on colour- gotta love your mum! I totally love your mum! Love the look and style. Tres bien
Love the color! My hair color is the same right now except my hair is loc’d. Love your style, Sis!
Wow, her style is crazy! This article just came in time. I just wrote about how I want to dye my hair and what color on my blog.
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Wow, no words. Awesome hair, skin, style… Diggin’ it! Whoo!
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pretty colors!!!!! skin, hair so much warmth, i love it!!!!!
Very Nice Tay’loe…loving it. And you know how to rock it.
Wow your hair & color and that red dress! Good God! Beautiful!!!
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I like your hair color and style Tae’Lor. Moderators- I don’t know what your posting rules and standards are, and I have seen that we have generally tolerated the trolls almost daily ( distracting from the essence of what this site is meant to portray) but I think today we are at the point of bullying, and hope that you would exercise your editing power and delete those posts that are really so unkind and consider either warning/banning the posters. Things will only continue to get worse on this site and will detract from the credibility of the excellent work you have been doing.
Very lovely!!
She’s a beauty and I like how she spells her name, quite unique.
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I had a bad experience with color! It looked great, lots of compliments but my hair would not retain moisture, it was hard & dry.
Stunning
Pretty love the hair color it compliments your skin tone.
LAWD. Please tell me that’s not your birth name….
Absolutely stunning.Can’t wait for my hair to grow out 🙂
Beautiful hair, beautiful woman! I love your style.. Anyone ever tell you that you favor Tiara Thomas? (writer of Wale’s “Bad”)
My hair looks just like this!
Absolutely gorgeous skin tone! Lovely hair too!
Did you mean Taylor? We’re going to have to do better than this “creative” spellings. SMH We’re so much better than this. Anyway, nice hair.
We?
I think the spelling is unique and cool. And amazing hair loving all the pics!
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No she wrote it right. She didnt mean Taylor. She meant her name. Her name is Taelor (or correct Tae’Lor). Beautiful girl with beautiful hair btw.
Ummmm okay lol
do not use the word ‘ummm’, cause these folks will thumbs down ya!
Girl I live for all of those fly shades you’re wearing! You were slaying at that pool. I love your hair, beautiful!
Love the hair, her style, but most especially that red dress and the sunglasses. Tae’Lor Roots, pray tell where you bought them?
Quay eyewear at Nordstrom!
That color!!! <3 <3
Love her hair and style!!!! She. is. GORG. I have a similar body type as hers and looking at her pics most def inspires me with my own style.
Your hair is lovely!! But I think I’m more envious of your picture with ?uestlove. Love him. Love the Roots and love Jimmy Fallon. Gah! 😛
She is adorable
How gorgeous is she?! And the color looks amazing.
beautiful girl and beautiful hair 🙂
Lovely hair! Love the color! I keep seeing all these reds. Very beautiful.
But will you please tell me where do you get those glasses???!! I am feeling there vibe something serious 😀
Hey. Both pairs of glasses are from Nordstrom, they’re by Quay eyewear
Ty so much 🙂