Dr. Shari Hicks-Graham

Don’t miss our engaging conversation with physician and entrepreneur, Dr. Shari Hicks Graham as she shares her insights on women of color and hair loss, hair tips and strategies and what motivated her to start her clinically tested product line LivSo, which features products geared specifically for women with kinky, curly hair and our unique hair issues and concerns. Part 1 of 2.

Dr. Hicks-Graham is also the creator of LivSo, a line of shampoo, conditioner and moisturizing lotion designed for men and women with kinky/curly hair and dry, itchy scalp. Dr. Hicks-Graham drew on her medical background to create LivSo after seeing nearly 15 patients a day suffering from dry, itchy scalp as a safe, effective alternative to the “scorched earth” treatment.

“Changing attitudes about natural hair” is what we do at Natural Haircare News. Through informative articles, podcasts and videos, we go beyond just sharing the latest advice and tips on kinky, curly, wavy haircare – We shake things up and focus on the realities of wearing our hair natural.

• The concept that “creamy crack addiction requires rehab.”
• The potential side effects of the chemicals used in the popular shampoos that we use every day.
• The emotional and physical effects of transitioning to natural.
• The 3 biggest complaints or misconceptions that you find women have about their natural hair.
• And a whole lot more!

“Changing attitudes about natural hair” is what we do at Natural Haircare News. Through informative articles, podcasts and videos, we go beyond just sharing the latest advice and tips on kinky, curly, wavy haircare – We shake things up and focus on the realities of wearing our hair natural.

Chemo curls is the phenomena where a person’s hair grows back a different texture, (often curlier) than it was before losing hair to chemotherapy treatments.

Dianne discusses her personal bout with cancer and the chemotherapy treatments that resulted in Dianne losing all of her natural hair and how chemotherapy has affected the hair that is growing back post treatment.

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“Changing attitudes about natural hair” is what we do at Natural Haircare News. Through informative articles, podcasts and videos, we go beyond just sharing the latest advice and tips on kinky, curly, wavy haircare – We shake things up and focus on the realities of wearing our hair natural.

Pamela Shaddock- A Hollywood Natural

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NHCN co-founders Dianne and Pamela talk about Pamela’s journey as a black actress with natural hair in Hollywood and whether or not being natural has impacted Pamela’s career.

Mentioned in this episode:  Pamela’s IMDB Acting Credits Page

“Changing attitudes about natural hair” is what we do at Natural Haircare News. Through informative articles, podcasts and videos, we go beyond just sharing the latest advice and tips on kinky, curly, wavy haircare – We shake things up and focus on the realities of wearing our hair natural.

Are naturals over 40 represented in social media? We have some thoughts on the topic, (no surprise)!  Listen to hear what we think.

Bottom Line: We want to raise the profile of the mature natural-haired black women. You can help us by sending us your pics, and website url’s , (if applicable) to info@naturalhaircarenews.com.  We want to feature YOU on our website and social media platforms!

You don’t have to be over 40 to help us out!  Encourage women that you know to send us their pictures and stories so that we can highlight their journey’s on our website.

Be sure to take our short poll and let us know what you think: Do You Think That Older Naturals Are Missing From The Natural Hair Conversation?

“Changing attitudes about natural hair” is what we do at Natural Haircare News. Through informative articles, podcasts and videos, we go beyond just sharing the latest advice and tips on kinky, curly, wavy haircare – We shake things up and focus on the realities of wearing our hair natural.

There are women in countries such as Asia, India, and parts of Latin America whose hair is being forcibly cut off of their heads. Other women are choosing to sell their hair for less than the cost of a Starbucks Grande coffee; all because of our insatiable appetite for long hair. Pamela and Dianne share their views on the topic.

“Changing attitudes about natural hair” is what we do at Natural Haircare News. Through informative articles, podcasts and videos, we go beyond just sharing the latest advice and tips on kinky, curly, wavy haircare – We shake things up and focus on the realities of wearing our hair natural.

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Hey Natural Haircare readers,  Darryl Maston, a Natural Haircare News reader is asking for your help! He’s looking for advice on how to maintain his locs. We know that there are people out there who can help him, so listen to the podcast and then leave a comment below.

We want to feature more guest posters with a compelling story on the Natural Haircare News talk show.  It’s easy to share your hair journey, as well as your natural haircare tips and advice by submitting a guest post.  Click here to learn more.

“Changing attitudes about natural hair” is what we do at Natural Haircare News. Through informative articles, podcasts and videos, we go beyond just sharing the latest advice and tips on kinky, curly, wavy haircare – We shake things up and focus on the realities of wearing our hair natural.

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Are the experiences of our Latina sisters similar or different to black women? Carolina Contreras, founder of Miss Rizos, a popular natural hair blog in the Latino community shares a very insightful perspective on the topic that you won’t want to miss!

“Changing attitudes about natural hair” is what we do at Natural Haircare News. Through informative articles, podcasts and videos, we go beyond just sharing the latest advice and tips on kinky, curly, wavy haircare – We shake things up and focus on the realities of wearing our hair natural.

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Dianne & Pamela interview Rica Elysee, the dynamic leader of Boston’s Natural Hair Meetup group.  You’ll be motivated to join and even start your own natural hair Meetup by the end of this podcast!  Rica shares her thoughts about:

• • Growing membership 
  • How she identifies activities for members of the group
  • The importance of making the group all inclusive
  • Men and the natural hair movement

• How she plans to expand the group

And a whole lot more…

We apologize for the sound quality of this particular episode.  We ran into a few glitches during the recording that we couldn’t eliminate in the editing process.  You’ll love the content regardless!

“Changing attitudes about natural hair” is what we do at Natural Haircare News. Through informative articles, podcasts and videos, we go beyond just sharing the latest advice and tips on kinky, curly, wavy haircare – We shake things up and focus on the realities of wearing our hair natural.

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Some Naturalistas love wash and go’s regardless of shrinkage and others, well –  HATE it.

Dianne & Pamela discuss the social aspects of natural hair shrinkage and some unusual ways of addressing shrinkage found on YouTube; including how the dew point and vegetable glycerin affects hair shrinkage and curl definition!

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 Mentioned in This Podcast

Link: Vegetable Glycerin

NHCN Article:  Yes, I Stretch My Natural Hair  – No Biggie…

Natural Hair and the Dew Point – Video

“Changing attitudes about natural hair” is what we do at Natural Haircare News. Through informative articles, podcasts and videos, we go beyond just sharing the latest advice and tips on kinky, curly, wavy haircare – We shake things up and focus on the realities of wearing our hair natural.