Channing Hargrove, 25, freelance writer

What made you want to go natural?
"I got a really nasty chemical burn on my scalp from the relaxer. I decided I’d have to be crazy to keep doing that to myself."

What do you love about having natural hair?
"It’s so full! I love how big it is, even when it’s wet. And I think my springy curls are very cute."

What are the drawbacks?
"The frizz, but I’m getting used to it. Also, a lot of people will say there’s only one way to be 'natural.' For me, natural means you don’t have chemicals in your hair. But I’ve heard people say, 'Oh no. If you put heat on your hair then it’s not natural.' That bothers me."