1. People constantly ask if they can touch your hair.
when u 4-5 seconds from wildinβ #blackgirlproblems :)
(This happens way more than people think because for some reason we're a walking petting zoo.)
2. Trying to find out what makeup will look good on you when companies only use white models.
3. Finding a foundation that matches your skintone is like winning the lottery.
4. You'll place the last bobby pin in and then all of a sudden your BFF wants to chill.
5. You spend 20 minutes every day putting on lotion but you're still ashy by lunch.
6. You know that getting your hair done is no laughing matter.
The truth
*brings three meals and two books*
7. You spend hours trying to learn a new hairstyle.
8. And combing your hair oftentimes means going to war.
When you combing your hair & your comb breaks < #blackgirlproblems
9. You could have a Ph.D. in choosing a lipstick color.
10. You'll try to sleep without tossing and turning.
11. (It has literally gotten to the point where you've developed another sense.)
β@ScripchaSpitter: RT @JuanaKono: #blackgirlproblems β it's actually true ππ
12. And trying to sleep with a freshly braided 'do is akin to torture.
13. You're still getting carded when you're 45.
14. You'll do your hair without realizing what the weather holds.
"@YuPdaTeXiSt: Full Body Umbrella " when i straightened my hair on a rainy day @jazzybazzy20 #BlackGirlProblems ππ
It's a game of weather roulette EVERY DAY.
15. Having a chat every day with yourself about whether or not to do the big chop.
16. You have to deal with well-meaning friends with the dumbest of jokes.
17. You have a 20-step routine to keep your curls looking good.
18. Sometimes you'll get to the beauty supply store and see that your favorite hair isn't in stock.
19. When you move to a new place, you have to find a new hairstylist/BFF/confidant.
Going away to school means having to look for a new hair salon/create a new hair regimen. #blackgirlproblems
"Hi, I was just wondering, do you have any experience in dealing with 'ethnic' hair?"
20. And then your go-to hairstylist says she's going on vacation.
21. You have to deal with the fact that your DNA can become a fad.
22. You always have to explain that black hair comes in all colors, styles, and lengths.
23. And of course, "Is it real?"
