My Big Cut

[nysister]

Hi Everyone

I'm pretty new here (very new) so please excuse me if this is a thread that's been done to death, or if I was supposed to post this somewhere else.

I did the BC 2 days ago, and I have to say I'm loving it! I don't even know if I would bother to grow it, were it not for my husband wanting me to.

So, I post this to encourage other newbies to post their BCs and also to ask if there's anything I'm missing from my "must do this to grow hair" list below. I'm 4ab&c and I suppose my goal is APL if I like it, than I'll see about growing it longer.

Thanks and Best to all!

nysis

Pics on Flickr:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/xenagurl/sets/72157618556159844/

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Please feel free to suggest additions or removals to the below. Thanks!

"must do this to grow hair"
1. Plenty or rest, water, and exercise
2. Biotin
3. MN
4. Coconut Oil
5. Dr. Miracles "grow oil"
6. Capsaicin
7. Daily Scalp Massage
8. Stay Warm
9. hair products with Sulfur (?)
10. Steam

"No-Nos"
1. Petroleum
2. Mineral Oil
3. Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
4. Products with Alcohol

 

[aprils13]

Looks good!!

How do you use capsaicin?

 

[msa]

Welcome! Your hair is beautiful and it fits you so well.

There's nothing you "must" do to grow your hair. It's going to grow anyway, but of course a good diet, exercise, and rest will help with that. Retaining your length doesn't have to be complicated either, just make sure you keep your hair conditioned/moisturized and protected and you'll be fine.

 

[JinaRicci]

Welcome nysister! That is a sharp look on you.

Happy growing.

 

[nysister]

Thank you both

aprils13 from what I've been reading you can take them in supplement form, and/or and Cayenne to your food and drinks. I like drinking Lemonade with Cayenne, but I never had a clue it would help with hair growth

 

[nysister]

Thanks JinaRicci!

 

[trey21]

You look beautiful!

 

[MummysGirl]

Congratulations and Welcome

 

[nysister]

Thank You!

Oh I'm getting warm and fuzzies being here! I was thrilled when I found this forum the other day. All of this support, and information in one place. Awesome!

 

[E. Princess]

You look fabulous! Remember not to over complicate your regimen. I'm also going to second Msa's post, especially the last sentence.

 

[Shandell]

You look a AMAZING!! And your complexion is flawless and beautiful.

 

[sandee1on1]

How long did you transition?

 

[shortycocoa]

congratulations on your chop! it looks beautiful on you!

 

[Aveena]

It looks good! Welcome

 

[nysister]

Awww thanks! For the compliments and welcome

sandee1on1 my last relaxer was about 5 weeks ago or so. I just got fed up the other day and said "no more of this, the hair has got to go" I cut of a bit of the new growth too, especially in the back. I'm really starting from scratch.

 

[lilsparkle825]

congratulations!

i just want to echo some other sentiments...there is nothing you MUST do but focus on retention. it will grow regardless. have you determined your normal growth rate?

 

[Leeda.the.Paladin]

Congrats! You look gorgeous!

 

[nnmiles]

You look wonderful!

 

[Itllbeokbaby]

your hair is beautiful...so are you......and welcome!

(sorry no pics, i'm relaxed)

 

[lovenharmony]

Congrats on the BC and welcome! You look great with a short hairstyle! As for growing, keep your moisture / protien balance in check and you should be fine.

 

[finickyone]

The cut looks fantastic. I wish I had your guts to do the bc. I'm going to transition for another 4 months.

 

[rsmith]

Congrats to you. Looking good.

 

[nysister]

Hi lilsparkle825 - Last month it grew an inch, and I notice that it usually does this because there was always more than an inch each time I would get a "touch up". So if I can retain it, that would be super!

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Oh I have to find out more about protein balance, thank you for mentioning lovenharmony

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Thank you all for the wonderful suggestions and compliments. You've put the biggest smile on my face {hugs}

 

[yellow08]

Welcome and happy healthy hair growing!

 

[mariofmagdal]

Congratulations! Welcome to the site. Having a plan is a plus, you will simplify it as you grow. :0)

 

[BrooklynSouth]

Nice cut, looks great on you. Welcome abaord and K.I.S.S {keep it simple sister} and you'll grow well.

 

[RadiantBeauty]

Nice cut! I also like the design on your blouse, very cute!

 

[nysister]

Thx all
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It's a cotton dress I bought last summer on sale for $20 CoCoChanel! I love super sales.

 

[hairedity]

You look great, love the BC!

 

[RadiantBeauty]

Thx all
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It's a cotton dress I bought last summer on sale for $20 CoCoChanel! I love super sales.

Really!? Well Old Navy is having a sale this weekend! You know I am about to hit that up!