A HAIR STORY: Shila Cheadle
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Shila Cheadle |
You will be inspired!
If you would like to ask Shila anything, you can reach her through FaceBook.
Natural Expression: How long have you been Natural?
Shila: I have been natural since April of 2010.
Shila: My decision to go natural wasn't for any particular reason. I went natural simply because I wanted too. It was something I've always wanted to do and I knew that at the right moment I would do it, without hesitation.
Natural Expression: What are your thoughts on Natural Hair?
Natural Expression: How did you go Natural? BC...Transitioned...locs
Shila: I'm very versatile when it comes to my hair. So before making the big chop, I decided to rock a short hairstyle (mo-hawk, with shaved sides) for awhile. Eventually, with maybe 2 inches of new growth, I cut all the perm out and started my natural journey.Natural Expression: What are your thoughts on Natural Hair?
Shila: India Arie said it best, "I am not my hair!" Being natural is a beautiful thing, for me, this is the way my hair is suppose to be. And I tell people everyday, this is who I am, it may look "nappy" to you but to me it's perfect! It's a choice, embrace your beauty, whether it be natural or relaxed.
Natural Expression: Did going natural change you in any way?
Shila: Being natural hasn't changed me so I will say evolving. It is contributing to the beautiful, PROUD, young black women I am today. I have also met some wonderful people within a year of being natural and each person has brought insight to my world of natural hair. Although I am answering these questions about being natural, I will have a different answer each time because it's that liberating. Every month that my hair is growing, so am I
Natural Expression: What would you tell someone who's considering natural hair? And why they should?
Natural Expression: What products are you currently using?
Natural Expression: What's your hair regimen now & your favorite hair style?
Shila: I don't wash (shampoo) my hair often, but I do co-wash once a week. A hot oil treatment is done every month, no heat (sit-under blow-dryer), the oil gets hot when in contact with water. Because I have dyed my hair a few times (I don't suggest this), my hair is often dry at times, so I always keep my handy dandy spray bottle in reach with a mixture of water, olive oil, Shea butter, and other oils to keep it moisturized. My favorite hair style is Bantu/Zulu knots!!
I want to Thank Shila again for being such an amazing young woman. Much love to ya lady. Stay on your Lovely Hair Journey! -Shren, Natural Expression
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