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Wednesday, 27 March 2013

Would the Port-Harcourt Naturals Please, Stand Up?

Na wa o! I have been on my natural hair journey for a few years. In 2010, I got geri curls. In 2011, after switching to normal relaxer, I decided I wanted my natural hair back. So, I started to transition. That led me to December 2012, where I cut off the relaxed part of my hair. I just tire for transitioning hair bo :).

Although, natural hair comes with a few challenges, I love my hair. Now, I can't imagine it any other way than natural. Ignorant stylists ask me why. I tell them I love natural hair. They just can not understand it. Right now, I've got yarn braids on. However, after what I faced getting them done, it'll be a while before I visit the salon for anything again! Nigerian stylists are clueless with natural hair. Chai! When I take off my yarn braids, I'd have my kinky twists done, myself! Which brings me to my heading. Are there any Port-Harcourt naturals, other than me at all? It'll be nice to know. We could have a meet-up, talk about ways to help ourselves. Being a natural in PH is not a joke. I've been scouring the streets of PH looking for natural hair products. No way! Coconut oil, mba! Knowing fully well that having a product delivered from Abuja or Lagos will cost more than the product itself, how do get my products?

So please, if you are or know a natural in PH, holla. If you also know where or how I could get natural products from PH or outside, cheaply biko, I'd be happy to hear from you.

In the mean time, I'm enjoying my God-given, naturally beautiful hair :).
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39 comments:

  1. Eya Ayambem28 March 2013 at 01:56

    Sorry Scarlet, I'm not in Port Harcourt

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  2. All of the pop; none of the fizz (Whatever that means)5 April 2013 at 19:08

    Hi, I was told there was a natural hair stylist in port harcourt, is that true? I'm Nigerian but raised in the states. I will be in Calabar for a wedding but for a month before the wedding. I NEED to get my hair done before the wedding. My auntie lives in Port Harcourt so I can get it done while visiting her. Any help would be appreciated.
    thanks,
    Bassey.

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    1. Scarlet Xi9 April 2013 at 00:36

      Hey Bassey, I have not heard about any natural hair stylist in PH. However, I make hair and being a natural myself, I style my own hair.Does that make me a natural hair Stylist? :) Holla me when you're in PH via my e-mail, I'd be sure to help any way I can.

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  3. Unknown28 April 2013 at 19:10

    Hi,I'm natural in PH(8 months). It has been a struggle,my sister but I'm striving. When I get braids in. I have to explain why they shouldn't comb my hair with a rat tail comb.

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  4. Unknown28 April 2013 at 19:14

    Here's my email if you want to meet. queenbeetoru@yahoo.com

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    1. Scarlet Xi8 May 2013 at 06:40

      Hey Queen, I've taken note of your e-mail. Thanks for dropping by. Atleast, now I know there's another natural in ph :)

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  5. Anonymous8 May 2013 at 10:39

    Hey Scarlet,here is another natural in Port Harcourt. I recently moved from Lagos and I'm having a hard time adjusting to PH being a desert when it comes to natural hair products.Meanwhile,I found Chanrai supermarket,they stock some oils like olive oil,almond oil,etc. I even got rosewater there too!:).I'm still on a mission to find more of such places though and will let you know if I do.Please let us know if you find too!

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  6. Scarlet Xi8 May 2013 at 11:00

    Awwwww :), thanks Anon. You could get also coconut oil in Everyday Supermarket,esp. the one at Onne road, GRA.

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  7. www.earthsapothecary.com.11 June 2013 at 08:05

    Such a great interesting post! <a href=" www.earthsapothecary.com”>natural products </a> is sustainable lifestyle brand so thanks for sharing your experience.

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  8. naturalireen26 June 2013 at 13:35

    Transiting from perms . I need education. Pls help. Am .ph based.

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    1. Scarlet Xi26 July 2013 at 02:53

      Hello Naturalireen, sorry I'm replying this late. You could visit natural hair blogs like, naturalnigerian.com, africanaturalistas.blogspot.com,blackgirllonghair.com for lots of info on natural hair. God bless.

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  9. Unknown25 July 2013 at 18:40

    Hi,Scarlet,just so you know,Next Time Supermarket on Abacha road stocks some natural hair products like Aunt Jackie's and Ecoco Eco Styler Gel.

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    1. Scarlet Xi26 July 2013 at 00:46

      No kidding! This is such good news. Thanks for the info, Bola.

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  10. Tammyvee16 October 2013 at 09:30

    I am a natural in port harcourt I thought I was the only 1 yay!!!... The yabs are often intense so I hide mine I went for the big chop last year and just trimmed it again last week... Would be nice to meet another natural here :)....

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    1. Scarlet Xi17 October 2013 at 04:37

      Hi Smiley. As you can now see you are not the only one :)
      As for yabs, I hardly get those. I do get weird looks though. Esp now that I wearing twist-outs. And yeah, it would be really nice to meet other naturals :)

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  11. Unknown19 February 2014 at 05:59

    wow! i was beginning to think there were no port harcourt naturals! I had to google it out before I found this blog. Please I am a natural oh.. will be a year in March. I also find it difficult looking for products over here. I get my products on lucky trips to Abj from casabellas and sometimes online but i need an easier and cheaper alternative too.. Here's my email address too.. florriegem@yahoo.com incase of any meetups and we could also start our own Naturals in the city (NITC)

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  12. Anonymous20 February 2014 at 03:57

    Anyone who's in port harcourt can join the 'naturals in port harcourt' group on facebook so we can chat better.

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  13. Unknown4 April 2014 at 08:53

    Hello everyone! There is good news for Port Harcourt Naturals as Fros and Cornrows Natural hair Hangout now stocks a wide range of Natural Hair products! The Store is located at No 45 Evo Road, GRA Phase 2, Port Harcourt. We stock essential oils, Base oils (coconut, olive, avocado, jojoba, grapeseed) etc, shea butter, cocoa butter, ayurvedic oils and clays, satin bonnets and other natural hair care equipment and all the imported ranges which include cantu, shea moisture, Giovanni, Oyin's Handmade, Braggs ACV, JCBO and Eco Styler! we also have As i am, Lusters S curl activator, Wild Growth Hair oil, Elasta Qp, Body Quality Henna, Aubrey organics and kinky curly too! Stop By!

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    1. bim9 May 2014 at 00:00

      Hello Ibanabo, pls I need the wild growth hair oil but I live in lagos. Pls do you know where I can get it in lagos? Thanks

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    2. bim9 May 2014 at 00:04

      You can also give me your email address too . Or tell me the shop and locations in laggos.

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    3. Scarlet Xi9 May 2014 at 01:10

      Hello Bim,, you could go to http://www.sizzelle.com/index.php?route=product/search&filter_name=Wild%20growth%20oil#container
      Or send an email to thestunninglady@gmail.com

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    4. Unknown14 May 2014 at 12:38

      Hi Bim. Kemi Lewis of KL natural beauty bar stocks wild growth oil in Lagos. search her out on facebook and send her an inbox message. if you are unable to get it i can courier one to you from Port Harcourt

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    5. kinces .I believe because it's the truth2 July 2014 at 09:22

      Hi ibinabo. I went to the No 45 evo road but it seems like the building is broken down or not operative. Please help. I need natural hair products in port harcourt

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    6. Unknown29 July 2014 at 22:35

      Hi kinces. Yes the building is being renovated but I still have natural hair products at the same location. Just knock on the black gate next to the orange one and you will be attended to.

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    7. Unknown30 March 2015 at 23:30

      NATURAL SALOON NOW OPEN IN PORT HARCOURT

      Fro Nation is a swanky naturals hangout located at No. 45 Evo Road GRA Phase 2 in Port Harcourt. We fill a niche in natural hair saloon and beauty services in a class of its own for naturalistas. We are a dedicated afro friendly team meeting the needs of our clients (adults and children) who choose to be relaxer free.

      We make you feel at home while we pamper, love and style your curls, coils, kinks and locs in our warm cosy hangout. We also offer au naturale haircare, treatments and styling to transitioning, relaxed and texturized hair.

      Our mission is ensuring 100% customer satisfaction and our vision is to remain innovators, trend setters and pacemakers on the natural hair frontier.

      Our personalised services, well trained stylists, easily accessible central location and comfortable saloon space makes us stand out!

      Thank you as you stop by

      Please call 09099050450 to book an appointment!

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  14. Unknown14 May 2014 at 13:08

    Yes! PH naturalistas! I'm so happy. It's not been easy. Did the big chop February. It's bn hell going to fix my hair. I'm a student in Uniport, the hairdressers there are all clueless and annoying and so rude. Telling me I just hav to relax my hair and all that. Anytime I go to a salon, I get home angry. Pls if there's a meet up at anytime. ..kindly contact me. Bless you all. E-mail: ugbujivictory@gmail.com

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    1. Unknown7 August 2014 at 04:10

      My dear, i feel ur pain oh. no b small thing, i am trying as much as possible to do my hair myself. i wish i can get help quickly.

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  15. Scarlet Xi21 May 2014 at 03:56

    I think Port-Harcourt is due for a Naturals meet-up. Ladies, what do you think? Oya o, let's start brainstorming :D

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    1. Anonymous25 June 2014 at 17:37

      oya o. I'm very ready. Excited already.

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  16. 00115 August 2014 at 15:17

    Your title got me laughing. Am not natural but have friends who are and have been for about four years. You can also check emporium at rumuola, the shop downstairs at big treat mall, and park and shop at garrison for natural hair products. They usually have but not much.

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  17. Dr janet17 August 2014 at 03:04

    Hair care products online store now open in port Harcourt.you can get your aphogee products,cantu,elasta QP,raw unrefined Shea butter,ors hairepair line n lots more

    Visit us at WWW.hairdiva.com.ng or call
    08132995879

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  18. Oghenepalmtree17 September 2014 at 06:08

    THERE IS A NATURAL HAIR STYLIST IN PH. ENA. 26 OKOROJI STREET DLINE.

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  19. Unknown30 March 2015 at 23:27

    NATURAL SALOON NOW OPEN IN PORT HARCOURT

    Fro Nation is a swanky naturals hangout located at No. 45 Evo Road GRA Phase 2 in Port Harcourt. We fill a niche in natural hair saloon and beauty services in a class of its own for naturalistas. We are a dedicated afro friendly team meeting the needs of our clients (adults and children) who choose to be relaxer free.

    We make you feel at home while we pamper, love and style your curls, coils, kinks and locs in our warm cosy hangout. We also offer au naturale haircare, treatments and styling to transitioning, relaxed and texturized hair.

    Our mission is ensuring 100% customer satisfaction and our vision is to remain innovators, trend setters and pacemakers on the natural hair frontier.

    Our personalised services, well trained stylists, easily accessible central location and comfortable saloon space makes us stand out!

    Thank you as you stop by

    Please call 09099050450 to book an appointment!

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  21. Unknown12 May 2016 at 13:36

    Wowwww,finally i ve seen one.am natural residing in portharcourt,am so interested with meeting u guys up,here's my email chrystabelo@gmail.com

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  22. Unknown12 May 2016 at 13:37

    Wowwww,finally i ve seen one.am natural residing in portharcourt,am so interested with meeting u guys up,here's my email chrystabelo@gmail.com

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  23. blue butterfly30 November 2016 at 05:23

    You can now get your Pure Virgin Coconut oil and Unrefined Shea butter in Port Harcourt.
    Call 08050983462

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