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Transition Over, I BC'd last night (pic heavy)

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Platinum

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After one year of transitioning, I BC'd last night. The transition had been going pretty well until a few days ago. I decided to get a sew-in instead of Senegalese Twists (my favorite PS). The sew-in was a disaster :wallbash:. The hair was beautiful (Model Model Indi Afro hair) but I didn't feel comfortable with it. Also the girl that did my cornrows braided my hair too tight. The sew-in lasted 2 days.:sad: Two days ago, I became frustrated with trying to find another PS (my scalp was still tender from the tight cornrows) so I created a thread asking whether I should chop or continue transitioning. The majority of you suggested that I BC. I tried to resist the urge and spent all day yesterday trying to find some style options. I needed to find a style before I hit the road :driver:. Last night I decided to try cowashing, DC'ing, blowdry and flat iron. After cowashing, I noticed that my NG and relaxed ends were at war with one another. :catfight::arguing:

After that, I said "Enough is enough". There was no sense in holding on to the relaxed ends. They were uneven and damaged in some spots anyway. I mixed Queen Helene Cholesterol and EVOO together and grabbed the scissors. At one point, I cut a section that was about 5 inches long and I wanted to cry.:crying3: Reality had set in and I was like "What have I done???":whyme: Deep down inside, I knew that I was doing what was best for my hair.

I know what you're saying, Platinum stop yacking and post some pics.:fan: :mob: More pics in posts#7,9, 11.
 

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More pics...I took these today. Texture shot and length check. Shrinkage is a beast. I couldn't believe I had so much NG.
 

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Even more pics...
 

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More pics...This is it. I promise. These are recent pics of my hair before I chopped. The first was after I blow-dried my hair about 3 weeks ago.
 

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CONGRATS PLATINUM!!!! u look awesome!! the twists were cute too, but u def did the right thing by taking them out.. couldve caused more damage and I know u felt miserable w/the tightness, BUT wow dont u feel like weight has been lifted??!! LOL I did.. I can tell u like the new u too ... it shows in ur pics :bouncy:
 
Congratulations Platinum!! Your hair looks beautiful! You have alot of growth so you should be able to do a few styles at your length:)!
 
:clap: Congrats Platinum! You have alot of hair lady! Best of luck to you on your natural journey.
 
I am happy you know we want pics, LOL! Seriously, congrats!
Girl, you know I wouldn't dare post a thread about BC'ing without having pics to show, the mob would have had a field day with me.:gotroasted::lol:

Congrats! Finally finishing your transitioning!

AWWW! looking good girl!!! :yep: How do you feel about it now? Any regrets?

Thank you! I really had my heart set on transitioning for atleast another 6 months to a year but I don't regret it now.

Congratulations Platinum! You look great!

Beautiful!
Congratulations on your BC!
You have a lot of growth for 1 year.


Thank you Ladies! I was a little self consious last night but I feel better now. Excuse the tired eyes, I've had a long day.
 
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Look at you! I am so happy that you are pleased with the results! After your BC, you still have length, and lawd look at the thickness! :grin: Congrats, the drama is over, now let's get on with growing us some hair,ok???
 
Look at you! I am so happy that you are pleased with the results! After your BC, you still have length, and lawd look at the thickness! :grin: Congrats, the drama is over, now let's get on with growing us some hair,ok???

Thank you! I was really worried about looking like a boy because I knew that I had crazy shrinkage. Since my nape was already 100% natural, I'm still SL. I'm going to get some hair toys tonight. I love it now! :look:
 
Congratulations sweety! Your hair looks sooo thick and healthy and you werent kidding about twists being your fave style...its looks amazing on you:yep:
 
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