About Conscious Coils
Photo by Stephen Gilbert
Make-up by Jenn Starks
My name is Amber Starks and I founded Conscious Coils in Portland, OR as a way to encourage us, people of African descent, to love and embrace our hair, ourselves, and our diverse culture. I also wanted to create a space where people from all backgrounds and all walks of life could come together to celebrate, share (styles and tips), be informed about, and promote natural hair care. Finally, I wanted to provide services to individuals and families in need of natural hair care and styling.
My ultimate goal is to inform and support individuals and families who choose natural hair. I desire that anyone choosing this journey will feel bold and comfortable while rocking their curls in all aspects of their lives.
How We Support You & Your Natural Hair
Conscious Coils supports and inspires you as you boldly rock your natural hair through..........
Celebrating and Promoting Natural Hair- We LOVE natural hair and celebrate it in all its' glory. We genuinely believe that beauty comes in a variety of colors, backgrounds, and hair types. Therefore we highlight the beauty of natural hair and promote it as an option so individuals know they have choice when it comes to hair styling. In addition, we provide support and encouragement to those who are currently natural, those interested in transitioning, and families with children of African descent. See our Natural Styling Options page, Facebook, Instagram, or Pinterest for inspiration.
The Conscious Coils' Salon- The salon (located in downtown Portland) caters specifically to natural hair care (no chemicals at all). We have a range of services for all ages and backgrounds including braiding (cornrows, singles with or without extensions, tree braids), twisting (Senegalese twists, kinky twists, Havana twists, flat twists, twist-outs), Bantu knots (and Bantu knot-outs), locking (Sisterlocks and traditional locs), general styling (pony tails, up-dos, etc.), detangling, and product use. In addition, we specialize is assisting families with multi-racial, foster, and adopted children of African descent with hair care and basic "how to" skills. For more information about our services, please check out our Salon page then contact us.
Conscious Coils' Products- We've developed products specifically for natural hair, however, our products are formulated for all hair types. They contain ingredients (Aloe juice, essential oils, Jojoba Oil, Avocado Oil, Shea butter, and more) that are wonderful for anyone who loves natural, simple, and quality products. Please visit the Products' page for more information.
Demonstrations, Trainings, Classes, and Consulting- We provide a variety of ways to assist and support individuals, families and organizations around natural hair and cultural awareness. Please check out the Classes' page for more information.
The Conscious Coils' Movement
Conscious Coils is more than natural hair, it's a movement. This movement is about changing our minds and our thoughts about ourselves so we can be free to love who we really are. The point isn't to judge an individual's aesthetic choices, but to liberate and empower them to choose deliberately.
Thank you for visiting our site and we look forward to getting to know you.
"Be Free! Love Your Hair! Love Yourself!"
-Amber
Founder, Owner & Natural Hair Stylist
My ultimate goal is to inform and support individuals and families who choose natural hair. I desire that anyone choosing this journey will feel bold and comfortable while rocking their curls in all aspects of their lives.
How We Support You & Your Natural Hair
Conscious Coils supports and inspires you as you boldly rock your natural hair through..........
Celebrating and Promoting Natural Hair- We LOVE natural hair and celebrate it in all its' glory. We genuinely believe that beauty comes in a variety of colors, backgrounds, and hair types. Therefore we highlight the beauty of natural hair and promote it as an option so individuals know they have choice when it comes to hair styling. In addition, we provide support and encouragement to those who are currently natural, those interested in transitioning, and families with children of African descent. See our Natural Styling Options page, Facebook, Instagram, or Pinterest for inspiration.
The Conscious Coils' Salon- The salon (located in downtown Portland) caters specifically to natural hair care (no chemicals at all). We have a range of services for all ages and backgrounds including braiding (cornrows, singles with or without extensions, tree braids), twisting (Senegalese twists, kinky twists, Havana twists, flat twists, twist-outs), Bantu knots (and Bantu knot-outs), locking (Sisterlocks and traditional locs), general styling (pony tails, up-dos, etc.), detangling, and product use. In addition, we specialize is assisting families with multi-racial, foster, and adopted children of African descent with hair care and basic "how to" skills. For more information about our services, please check out our Salon page then contact us.
Conscious Coils' Products- We've developed products specifically for natural hair, however, our products are formulated for all hair types. They contain ingredients (Aloe juice, essential oils, Jojoba Oil, Avocado Oil, Shea butter, and more) that are wonderful for anyone who loves natural, simple, and quality products. Please visit the Products' page for more information.
Demonstrations, Trainings, Classes, and Consulting- We provide a variety of ways to assist and support individuals, families and organizations around natural hair and cultural awareness. Please check out the Classes' page for more information.
The Conscious Coils' Movement
Conscious Coils is more than natural hair, it's a movement. This movement is about changing our minds and our thoughts about ourselves so we can be free to love who we really are. The point isn't to judge an individual's aesthetic choices, but to liberate and empower them to choose deliberately.
Thank you for visiting our site and we look forward to getting to know you.
"Be Free! Love Your Hair! Love Yourself!"
-Amber
Founder, Owner & Natural Hair Stylist
Thank you to the following organizations and businesses for supporting and assisting Conscious Coils:
