Tired of starting over? Here’s how to make progress that lasts


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The Faithful Living Newsletter
📅 Sunday, November 16, 2025

Hi Reader,

Last week, I shared a reminder to pause, to stop overcomplicating what’s already working. Because sometimes, what we really need isn’t another “fix.” It’s a steady routine we can rely on.

So, this week I want to show you what that looks like in real life: how I built a wash day method that keeps my fine natural hair strong, stretched, and thriving without a ton of products or stress.

Here's what I pulled together for you this week...


📍FOR YOUR FEED
My Wash Day Standard for Growth and Strength

If your hair tangles easily or loses strength when you style it, this article walks you through my full wash-day method, step-by-step.

You’ll discover how I use heat to stretch my fine hair without incurring breakage. → Read the full post


💡 FAITHFUL STRAND TIP

Don’t skip the prep. Detangling and pre-pooing in stretched sections before you wash protects fine strands from snapping. Consistency in how you handle your hair matters just as much as what you put on it.


🙌🏼 TREASURE THIS

Protect What's Progressing

We often get excited about growth and then sabotage it by changing too much, too soon. The same way faith deepens through repetition and reflection, your hair strengthens when you honor what’s already working.

Here’s how to protect your progress:

  • Stick with products that have proven themselves.
  • Be gentle during every step — strength starts with handling.
  • Stretch, not stress, your strands.

It’s the simplest things, when done consistently, make the biggest impact.

For me, one of those things has been keeping my hair stretched, and I’ve relied on the RevAir to do it. It’s my go-to dryer because it doesn’t blast damaging heat. It uses reverse air technology that gently pulls moisture from your strands without drying them out.

The difference in length retention has been night and day. And since we’re heading into the holiday season, RevAir’s best sale of the year is happening now. If it’s been on your wish list, this might be the moment to make it yours.


💬 PAUSE & PONDER

Could it be that protecting your peace is just as important as protecting your progress?

That's all I've got.

Faithfully,

Michelle

Fine Natural Hair and Faith

Michelle Smith

Ordained Evangelist & Natural Hair Coach

Founder, Fine Natural Hair and Faith
& The Faithful Living Shop

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