Laquita Thomas-Banks has a Bachelor's degree in Journalism from the University of Maryland. She is also a certified Natural Hair Care Stylist and received her certification from Madam Walker's Braids, Lockery and School located in Maryland, where she also teaches a class on natural hair care and product development. At the age of 13, Laquita started an in-home braiding business, styling hair for her family and friends. She has been styling hair - doing everything from natural hair styles, extension braids and weaves - for over 30 years. Laquita loves combining her journalism skills and knowledge of natural hair by writing about DIY styling/maintenance techniques, bargain product finds, as well as product recipes that she has learned throughout her natural hair journey. Throughout her writing career, she has written and edited for both print and online media outlets under the topic of natural hair care. She is currently a freelance writer, and is the creator of the blog and YouTube channel AllNaptural. She is the DC Natural Hair Examiner for the Examiner.com, and writes for Sanata International Braid and Natural Hair Magazine. Laquita is also the CEO of Bobeam Natural Products, LLC. Visit her website BobeamNaturalProudcts.com for hair and body products made with natural ingredients.