R there any newbies out there??Starting my relaxed to natural Journey - Page 15

Kimkay · #**141** 10-17-2012, 06:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Shontae0706

Hello, I'm a newbie too. Last relaxer was 3 months ago also and I BC 3 weeks ago. Glad to know I have some hair journey curlies =)

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ooo the big chop imve been seriously contemplating it do you have any pics?

Kimkay · #**142** 10-17-2012, 06:56 AM

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Originally Posted by TJIFILL

OMG!!! i'm LOVING your styles!!!

My hair is a bit longer than shoulder length though....hmmm

thats perfect you should be able to pull those styles and more off , check out fusion of culture on youtube she had long hair when she transitioned and did a great job of styling

Shontae0706 · #**143** 10-17-2012, 11:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Kimkay

ooo the big chop imve been seriously contemplating it do you have any pics?

Hey Kimkay, I took this picture yesterday. My extra TWA..lol

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Kimkay · #**144** 10-21-2012, 03:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Shontae0706

Hey Kimkay, I took this picture yesterday. My extra TWA..lol

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niiiicccceee you are so brave i wanna big chop toooo sighhh so anxious ill see what my growth looks like whn i take these braids out

strawberijam_sasla · #**145** 10-21-2012, 04:06 PM

Hey I'm new as well.. well extra super new in comparison to you guys lol... next week will mark my 2month post relaxer date.... only problem i have so far is the dryness omg!!

currently doing an EVOO hot oil treatment for the first time in my life to combat the dryness =/

Diva Natural · #**146** 10-21-2012, 07:29 PM

Hi Kimkay,
I'm new to the natural journey about 4 weeks now. My 7 year old daughter hair is natural and I don't plan to put a relaxer in it. That is what actually made me decide to go natural. I actually had planned not to do the Big Chop. My last relaxer was the end of July. I purchased a wig due to hair was cut in short style and back of hair tapered so I couldn't do the ponytail, braids, etc. I did wear my wigs for 3 months. I did however planned to just gradually cut my perm out of my hair but it actually took me 4 haircuts until it was OFF!. My routine is similar to relaxed routine with the addition to wetting hair daily, pre-poo and more co-washing. I do put a hot oil treatment or deep conditioner my hair weekly instead of bi-weekly. I prefer the conditioning caps from Sally's, they use your natural heat. But if you don't mind sitting under the dryer the other plastic caps are fine. Once you find the right products for your hair that will be another Great Addition. I did purchase the As I Am Co-wash from Sally. Moisture is a key also. I have fine hair so thick or heavy products don't work for me. Once you find out your texture (kinky, curly, wavy or straight) and type (fine, medium or thick) that will be another Key Item. You will be able to fine products for your hair easily. Congratulations on your new journey. Lots of research is the key. This website is a blessing, other natural ladies you know or just meet, a natural stylist or stylist that has a lot of knowledge about hair and products. One thing I didn't do it buy the entire line of every product. If I found a product I tried to stay with it. The entire line of products may not all work for your hair. There will be items that all the products work for your hair. Give yourself time to adjust and don't get frustrated with finding products. I try to view it this way when I had a relaxer every haircut, hair style or product didn't work for me and it's the same with natural hair, every hair style or hair product may not work for me. But I'm beautiful inside and out and I'm flexible. Please let me know how things turn out for you and again Congratulations you will be inspiration for the next person. If you have waited several months before cutting your hair then you are starting with some length if not it will grow faster than you think.

KeishaLenae · #**147** 10-22-2012, 12:24 AM

I am a little new, i'm learning what's good for my two different textures already. I am only 14 weeks post and I already see my curly hairs. They aren't really tight yet, but you never know your type of hair until you at least get 2 inches of new growth. My new growth is at least or almost an inch already!

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Kimkay · #**148** 10-22-2012, 07:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Diva Natural

Hi Kimkay,
I'm new to the natural journey about 4 weeks now. My 7 year old daughter hair is natural and I don't plan to put a relaxer in it. That is what actually made me decide to go natural. I actually had planned not to do the Big Chop. My last relaxer was the end of July. I purchased a wig due to hair was cut in short style and back of hair tapered so I couldn't do the ponytail, braids, etc. I did wear my wigs for 3 months. I did however planned to just gradually cut my perm out of my hair but it actually took me 4 haircuts until it was OFF!. My routine is similar to relaxed routine with the addition to wetting hair daily, pre-poo and more co-washing. I do put a hot oil treatment or deep conditioner my hair weekly instead of bi-weekly. I prefer the conditioning caps from Sally's, they use your natural heat. But if you don't mind sitting under the dryer the other plastic caps are fine. Once you find the right products for your hair that will be another Great Addition. I did purchase the As I Am Co-wash from Sally. Moisture is a key also. I have fine hair so thick or heavy products don't work for me. Once you find out your texture (kinky, curly, wavy or straight) and type (fine, medium or thick) that will be another Key Item. You will be able to fine products for your hair easily. Congratulations on your new journey. Lots of research is the key. This website is a blessing, other natural ladies you know or just meet, a natural stylist or stylist that has a lot of knowledge about hair and products. One thing I didn't do it buy the entire line of every product. If I found a product I tried to stay with it. The entire line of products may not all work for your hair. There will be items that all the products work for your hair. Give yourself time to adjust and don't get frustrated with finding products. I try to view it this way when I had a relaxer every haircut, hair style or product didn't work for me and it's the same with natural hair, every hair style or hair product may not work for me. But I'm beautiful inside and out and I'm flexible. Please let me know how things turn out for you and again Congratulations you will be inspiration for the next person. If you have waited several months before cutting your hair then you are starting with some length if not it will grow faster than you think.

thanks soooo much for the help and guidance

it is greatly appreciated

Kimkay · #**149** 10-22-2012, 07:27 AM

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Originally Posted by KeishaLenae

I am a little new, i'm learning what's good for my two different textures already. I am only 14 weeks post and I already see my curly hairs. They aren't really tight yet, but you never know your type of hair until you at least get 2 inches of new growth. My new growth is at least or almost an inch already!

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oh wow thats great what ever you are doing seems to be working great. wht is your regiment currently ?

Kimkay · #**150** 10-22-2012, 07:28 AM

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Originally Posted by strawberijam_sasla

Hey I'm new as well.. well extra super new in comparison to you guys lol... next week will mark my 2month post relaxer date.... only problem i have so far is the dryness omg!!

currently doing an EVOO hot oil treatment for the first time in my life to combat the dryness =/

you should definitely try the LOC method i had the same problem and it worked great for me. let me kno how it goes