MsKibibi - Old Member Back Again (PIC heavy)

[MsKibibi]

Hi ladies,

It has been years since I've posted. Now that I'm done with grad school, the Bar exam, and my wedding, I am back in the hair world. Although I haven't posted, I visited often, especially when I experienced setbacks. Here is my journey in pictures.

2003 Haircut, before I found the forum.

One of my setbacks.

Growth retained after wearing a half wig for 4 months.

Setback in 2008

January 2010

New growth, 10 weeks post.

I didn't want to add too many pictures, so you can see the slideshow here - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eRmMJnpg9yI

I look forward to sharing with and learning from everyone. Happy Growing.

 

[LaFemmeNaturelle]

your hair is so beautiful

What's your regimen?

 

[new-life]

OMG, heyyy girl! Your hair is the bomb! I sent you an email through your fotki asking for your method of relaxing and trimming, but now that you're here, can you tell me how you relax and your method for trimming? Such an inspiration

 

[*Happily Me*]

*swoon*

beautiful hair

 

[Salsarisma]

Wow! Your hair is beautiful! You're my new hair idol. Your length in the Jan 2010 picture is my ultimate goal length.

Welcome back!! Lookng forward to hearing your tips and suggestions....starting with what's your regimen????? Please.

 

[jupitermoon]

Very lovely. You have nice growth and retention.

 

[labelfree]

Your hair is gorgeous!

 

[Ms.Christ3n]

Your hair is just gorgeous!

 

[secretdiamond]

When I saw your initial photo & then the 2007 comparison shots

Your hair is

You're pretty!

Congrats on your wedding, passing your bar & having such gorgeous hair!

 

[davisbr88]

Wow! I love that U-shape. Your hair is gorgeous.

 

[Mrs. Verde]

Great progress, beautiful hair!!

 

[Mz.MoMo5235]

your hair is wonderful!

 

[pookaloo83]

Gorgeous. Waiting on your regimen.

 

[MAMATO]

BE.au.TI.ful

 

[SvelteVelvet]

Welcome back and thanks for taking the time to post! *off to view the vid so I can drool*

 

[Lady Esquire]

You already know I love your hair. Welcome back.

 

[Highly Favored8]

WOW. Very nice.

 

[lala]

Looking good! Congrats on grad school, marriage, passing the bar, etc.

 

[mariofmagdal]

Welcome Back! Congrats on all your accomplishments, much success to you. Thanks for the pics, your hair is beautiful ;0)

 

[toyagurl]

Please share your regime...pretty please!

 

[NIN4eva]

Fabulous Girl Fabulous! Oh, and Congratulations on ALL THAT OTHER AWESOME STUFF TOO!!

 

[naturalmanenyc]

Congrats!!!

Your hair is gorgeous. The photos with the peach wall look familiar. I think I have stalked your album

 

[nymane]

Beautiful hair and progress!

 

[Minty]

Welcome back!!!!!!!

 

[MsKibibi]

Aww thanks ladies. I appreciate the warm welcome.


I modify my regimen depending on the snow. So here is my winter regimen:

Wash Schedule:

• Frequency - I wash my hair every two weeks (or once a week if my scalp gets itchy).
• Cornrow Removal - I unbraid each cornrow and thoroughly comb out all of the shedded hair. If you do not remove the shedded hair before you wash, your hair will get tangled and matted.
• Shampoo - I shampoo three times. First, with diluted clarifying shampoo. Then twice with diluted moisturizing shampoo.
• Deep Condition - To save time, I mix my reconstructor and deep conditioner together. I apply and comb the mix through my hair, then deep condition under my hair steamer for 40 minutes.
• Leave-in Conditioner - I use a liquid and creamy leave-in and comb them through my hair.
• Drying Technique - I let my hair air dry hanging down, with a silk scarf wrapped around my neck.
• Edges - I apply a heat protectant and flat iron the hair I leave out. Although I have a lace front wig, I use it like an instant weave. For me, this looks more natural than having the wig sit on my forehead.

Daily Care:

• I remove the wig at night and spray the cornrows with braid spray mixed with Infusium 23 leave-in. I seal with either coconut oil or castor oil.
• I comb the wig daily to remove tangles. I do not apply any product to the wig.

Right now, I'm about 10 weeks post and I planned to relax at 12 weeks. When I relax, I will do a video showing how I self relax.

 

[janeemat]

I remember you! Welcome back and congrats! Beautiful hair.

 

[mkd]

Your hair is so pretty.

 

[LatterGlory]

:wow: BACK!

 

[My Friend]

back. You have a beautiful head of hair. Also,congratulations on your many accomplishments.

 

[4evershika]

Welcome back!! Your hair is beautiful!