A young black girl has been wearing braids all her life but mom wants to bring her to the beauty salon for the first time. Young black girl wants to get her natural hair straightened for the first time. She has hair breakage so she needs to get it cut to grow properly. Must learn how to maintain her hair at home, Her goal is to grow long healthy hair.

Hairstylist taught her basic hair care routine, the importance of a healthy scalp with gentle scalp massages and using natural oils, the importance of avoiding excessive heat.
encouraging hair growth by drinking water, taking vitamins, deep conditioning hair and getting regular trims every 6 to 8 weeks.

 preparing for bed, wearing a satin or silk scarf, and sleeping on a satin pillowcase. Using a wide-tooth comb to detangle hair. 

 Uplifting quotes about loving your hair and taking care of it, with space for kids to draw or write their own positive affirmations.

My Fabolous Go Healthy Hair Journey

Delea sitting in a beauty salon chair, looking excited and a bit nervous, with a salon background

Delea had always worn her hair in braids. One day, her mom, Claire, suggested they visit the beauty salon. Delea was excited and nervous at the same time. She wanted to straighten her hair for the first time. Claire explained that they needed to take care of her hair properly.

The Big Decision

Ms. Riss examining Delea's hair with a thoughtful expression in a salon setting

At the salon, they met Ms. Riss, a friendly hairstylist. Ms. Riss looked at Delea's hair and noticed some breakage. She explained that they needed to trim the damaged parts. Delea was a bit sad but understood it was necessary. Ms. Riss promised to help her grow long, healthy hair.

Meeting Ms. Riss

Ms. Riss demonstrating scalp massage techniques to an attentive Delea in the salon

Ms. Riss taught Delea about basic hair care. She explained the importance of a healthy scalp and gentle scalp massages. Using natural oils was also important. Delea listened carefully and asked many questions. She wanted to learn everything she could.

Learning Hair Care

Ms. Riss explaining the dangers of excessive heat to a concerned Delea, with hair care tools in the background

Ms. Riss warned Delea about the dangers of excessive heat. She explained that using too much heat could damage her hair. Delea promised to be careful with hair straighteners and blow dryers. She learned that air-drying was a better option. Delea felt more confident about taking care of her hair.

Avoiding Heat

Ms. Riss talking to Delea about the importance of water and vitamins, with a salon backdrop

Ms. Riss encouraged Delea to drink lots of water. She also suggested taking vitamins for hair growth. Deep conditioning her hair was another important step. Regular trims every 6 to 8 weeks would keep her hair healthy. Delea felt ready to start her hair journey.

Healthy Habits

Ms. Riss showing Delea how to wrap her hair with a satin scarf, with a cozy bedroom setting

Ms. Riss explained how to prepare for bed. Wearing a satin or silk scarf was important. Sleeping on a satin pillowcase would also help. Delea learned to use a wide-tooth comb to detangle her hair. She was excited to try her new bedtime routine.

Bedtime Routine

Delea drawing pictures and writing positive affirmations about her hair at a desk

Ms. Riss shared some uplifting quotes about loving and caring for her hair. Delea felt inspired by the positive affirmations. She decided to write her own and draw pictures. Every day, she would remind herself to love her hair. Delea felt proud of her beautiful hair.

Positive Affirmations

Delea smiling proudly with her longer, healthier hair, with Claire standing beside her

Delea started her journey to healthy hair with excitement. She followed all the tips Ms. Riss had given her. Claire was proud of her daughter’s dedication. Delea's hair began to grow longer and healthier. She knew that with care and love, her hair would be fabulous.