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Is Natural Hair Professional? - #HairCare101 Event Summary

Afrocenchix Professional Natural Hair Bloggers and Professionals

LastΒ Thursday 16th March 2017 we ran an intimate interactive workshop for aroundΒ 40 UK Naturals. We hadΒ three sessions andΒ aΒ panel discussion around the question, "Is Natural Hair Professional?". Sessions were delivered byΒ Afrocenchix founders Joycelyn and Rachael, TrichologistΒ Stephanie SeyΒ and Award-winning Hair StylistΒ Marlene Abuah of Natural Gloe.

In the words of one of our guests, Jennifer:

"More talks like this please!
The event was professional and well organised andΒ included an introduction, organisers welcome speech, panel chat and workshop; it was certainly worth the money!
The Meetup well confirmed the amazing versatility of natural black hair - so proud to have been a part of this inspiring event; the workshop was a true eye-opener and so inspiring.
Many thanks to the organisers Rachael and Joycelyn for a marvellous job well done!"
Read on for an event summary.

Afrocenchix Founders Joycelyn and Rachael Professional Natural Hair

Session 1: Healthy diet for healthΒ hair growth

Stephanie SeyΒ took us through how our diet andΒ health can beΒ reflected in our hair. She talked about the basics of a healthy diet and reasons to avoid processed foods. We also talked about the importance of eating a varied and balanced diet. IfΒ we are lacking a certain nutrient our hair will often suffer. Stephanie showed how a nutritiousΒ diet is the key to shiny, healthy hair that's easy to style for professional settings.

Trichologist at Afrocenchix Professional Natural Hair Workshop

Session 2:Β Natural Hair is Professional - Afrocenchix

Afrocenchix co-founders Joycelyn and Rachael ran through the social/political backdrop of the question, "Is Natural Hair Professional?" We looked at where the negative perception of natural hair comes from and discussed ways to make change.

Afrocenchix Founders Professional Natural Hair Workshop

Panel Discussion: IsΒ Natural HairΒ Professional?

The highlight of the event was the panel discussion. Stephanie Sey, Jacqueline Shepherd, Marlene Abuah, Jessica - Afro Is Massive, Lola - African Remy, and Steph Effiom Idowu spoke about their varied experiences. The panel represented the worlds of Sky TV presenting, Accountancy, Contemporary Dance, Acting and the Legal profession. We discussed work stories, what to do when colleagues touch your hair and go-to professional styles.

Blogger and Hairdresser Panel Afrocenchix Professional Natural Hair Workshop

Session 3: Professional Natural Hair Styling

Marlene Abuah of Natural GloeΒ talked us through home styling tips whilst creating a beautiful look. The stunning style was live streamed on Instagram. The model usesΒ SmoothΒ andΒ SealΒ to keep her hair healthy. She maintains protective styles throughout the week with Sheen and Seal.

In conclusion, natural hair isΒ Professional so enjoy your hair at work! You can find everyday professional work looks and haircare tips on YouTube with our styling playlist.

Top Hair Stylist at Afrocenchix Professional Natural Hair Workshop

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