A leader, mother, sister, and fellow curl queen. In FroSense's first interview, the stunning Geraldine (Gerry) opens up about her hair tips, life during Covid-19, and message to her past self.
WHAT NAME DO YOU TYPICALLY GO BY?
My name is Geraldine but outside of family I am known as Gerry!
WHAT ARE YOU READING OR BINGE WATCHING RIGHT NOW?
I am currently reading an old classic called ‘Animal Farm’ and binge watching news on the COVID-19. I am also delighted to see that premier league football will soon be coming back to our screens!
HOW IS LOCKDOWN GOING FOR SOMEONE WITH HIGH POWER JOB AND WHAT IS THE MOST IMPORTANT THING YOU ARE DOING?
Covid-19 has changed the way we work. Prior to lockdown, I was already working from home 2 days a week, so the adjustment has been easy and good for my wellbeing. The challenge is I am working longer hours and not taking the breaks I would if I was working at the office. The company I work for has large initiatives to fund the production of PPEs (personal protective equipment) for front line workers in hospitals and also initiatives to support our clients during this challenging time. We also have many initiatives lined up to benefit the communities directly.
YOU HAVE BEAUTIFUL HAIR, WHAT IS YOUR #1 TIP FOR ACHIEVING BEAUTIFUL,
HEALTHY HAIR?
I would advise people not to use any heat on their hair. I used to blow dry my hair before getting braids at the insistence of my stylist. I soon realized that the smoke and smell were not just product burning but my hair, which over time, became wispy and thin.
WHO IS YOUR HAIR CRUSH?
My hair crush is Angela Davis and her signature afro which she wore defiantly at a time when for some, it symbolized more than a head of healthy hair!
WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE YOUR YOUNGER SELF?
If I could go back in time, I would never have used chemical straighteners on my hair. Most women tolerated the burn that came with the straightening process not knowing the damage it was causing to their hair and potentially scalps. Now we know better and should avoid them. We should certainly not start straightening our daughters’ hair when they are young. They can make that decision when they are adults but if we teach them well, hopefully they will never want to put chemicals in their hair.
WHAT ARE YOU DOING TO YOUR HAIR NOW THAT YOU WISH YOU COULD DO ON A REGULAR BASIS?
If I could, I would like to be able to massage my scalp regularly, in fact daily. I believe good circulation promotes healthy hair. Unfortunately, I have scalp sensitivity challenges that don’t make that feasible right now.
HAIR DO OR HEALTHY HAIR?
I prefer healthy hair over a great hair do!
WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE FRUIT AND VEGETABLE?
My favorite fruit and veggie? Hmm, I love grapes and my favorite vegetable is…broccoli- a tasty, easy to prepare power house of vitamins, minerals, fiber and antioxidants.
WHAT WOULD YOU CALL OUR NEXT BLOG AND WHY?
Topics for FroSense? I would like FroSense to write blogs on hair shrinkage and the best routine for washing hair. There is a lot of confusing information out there.
To Keep up with Gerry, follow her on instagram: @deechenge
Photographs courtesy of @deechenge
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