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Zakiya’s Journey
My current hair regimen includes… pre poo using grapeseed oil, cowashing once a week with As I Am coconut cowash, weekly maintenance using the loc method.
My favorite hair products include… shea moisture coconut and hibiscus shampoo, curl enhancing smoothie, Karen’s Body & Beautiful Leave in conditioner.
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Zakiya’s Journey
I love my hair because… It’s bold, beautiful and defines me in my natural state.
My hair crush is… Jenell B. Stewart, founder of kinkycurlycoilyme.com.
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