New *2009* Transitioners Support Thread!

[blksndrlla]

i have got to find something to do with my hair...i don't have time on my hands like I used to and i am getting really frustrated.

I don't have time for twisting and such, but I am so scared of bunning again b/c I have learned low manip works for me...and wet bunning caused serious breakage...

AAAHHH! I have wasted so much study time trying to find a solution. I did kinky twists at the end of september and they lasted 9 days, wigs hurt my head and i had a horrific sew-in experience already...

 

[Neek-a-Nator]

If wigs hurt your head as they do mine, why don't you try a half wig/fall. They are not tight and you actually forget they are on. Cornrow your hair, put the half wig on and decorate with nice headbands/scarves. HTH

 

[CurlyNue]

I began transitioning in March '09. Initially my hair was going through some drama because of my poor hair care. It took me months but once I started researching proper techniques and products my hair has come alive. I have never worn wigs or weaves and once my first micro braid around my edges came out in my hand I knew I would never get braids again. I have tried braid outs and twist outs as styling options during this process, however the one style that never fails to look good is flattened. I am looking for styling options which do not require direct heat.

I read about bunning, however are there methods, products which make bunning easier or more effective. Same with roller setting; do you set wet or flat iron first then set.

I am trying to come up with hair styles and techniques which will take me through this process with the minimum damage and maximum growth.

Thanks for your suggestions.

 

[Ltown]

Transitioners, how's it going?

Hey Allandra, thanks for coming in to give us some support. I'm at 56 weeks still hanging on 2" of hair to get that pony for the winter. Are you 3b/c hair type? I love the s waves and your hair is thick!

 

[MummysGirl]

I've seen a couple of naturals use it online with textures similar to mine. I think it's something that will work well on blowdried hair...
I've never been scared of them... until now

I like the effect of curlformers but they scare me. I'm worried about tangles. Maybe I should watch some videos. Also I'm wondering would I really want or need curlformers once I become natural?

I used them once. I was through when I pulled my hair through the curler and an one inch chuck of my ends broke off from the traction. I have some if anyone wants to give them a whirl. Maybe you'll have better luck than me. BTW I have heard of a several other people abandoning these, I don't know why.

BTW I have been considering texlaxing today, maybe with phyto....

 

[MummysGirl]

I don't use heat, wigs, extensions, etc. My main styles are in my siggy... Here's a link to my hairstyle album in my fotki: http://public.fotki.com/MummysGirl/transition-to-natural/hairdos-while-trans/page2.html
And a thread that I think will be helpful to transitioners, more styles: http://www.longhaircareforum.com/showthread.php?t=413884

I began transitioning in March '09. Initially my hair was going through some drama because of my poor hair care. It took me months but once I started researching proper techniques and products my hair has come alive. I have never worn wigs or weaves and once my first micro braid around my edges came out in my hand I knew I would never get braids again. I have tried braid outs and twist outs as styling options during this process, however the one style that never fails to look good is flattened. I am looking for styling options which do not require direct heat.

I read about bunning, however are there methods, products which make bunning easier or more effective. Same with roller setting; do you set wet or flat iron first then set.

I am trying to come up with hair styles and techniques which will take me through this process with the minimum damage and maximum growth.

Thanks for your suggestions.

 

[MummysGirl]

Cornrows without extensions or maybe with, so that the style will last longer...?

i have got to find something to do with my hair...i don't have time on my hands like I used to and i am getting really frustrated.

I am in law school and it is exam time...(if you know any law students, you know we go into hiding from Halloween until exams in Dec.) I don't have time for twisting and such, but I am so scared of bunning again b/c I have learned low manip works for me...and wet bunning caused serious breakage...

AAAHHH! I have wasted so much study time trying to find a solution. I did kinky twists at the end of september and they lasted 9 days, wigs hurt my head and i had a horrific sew-in experience already...

I have no idea what I am going to do, but b/w my JD and hair...the JD has to win...

 

[MummysGirl]

You're 9 months post! Think long and hard before you texlax... why do you want to? Are you tired of dealing with the 2 textures? Are you unsure about going natural?
I've seen enough posts about regrets after relaxing and having to start transitioning all over again.
Keep us updated, ok?

BTW I have been considering texlaxing today, maybe with phyto....

 

[seraphinelle]

I almost had an experience with scissors and heading the BC route.

*phew*

I have twisted my hair, and realized how short it would be if I BC....

Left my curlformers in Canada, waiting for my mom to ship them to me, since I don't mind doing those once a week... low maintenance and no heat!

 

[Shay72]

I've seen a couple of naturals use it online with textures similar to mine. I think it's something that will work well on blowdried hair...
I've never been scared of them... until now

Okay on blowdried hair. I don't like using direct heat so if I ever try curlformers (doubtful --I just have a feeling it would be a huge disaster) I would stretch my hair first.

 

[SherylsTresses]

I'm 14 weeks post and have learned not to take shortcuts by using the sink. It gave me so many small tangles throughout my hair.

For shedding I'm adding garlic powder to my conditioner and I'm still using protein treatments every other week. For some reason I'm still losing hair while I detangle. Maybe it's due to not shampooing enough as I try to avoid shampoo and just clarify once a month. My hair has been styled in either braids or braidouts. I'm learning my hair texture. Roux Porosity Control as a final rise has also helped me. I've noticed that I have what looks like 3c (front where my skin is extremely oily) /4a/4b hair if that's possible.

Well see though as I will go back to shampooing weekly but heavily diluted with water.

 

[MummysGirl]

Same here... I don't use direct heat and I was thinking about blowdrying and saran wrapping for a length check and one inch trim when I'm one year post but I think I'll rollerset (airdry) and saran wrap instead....
As a natural, banding or braiding will help stretch... maybe? We'll learn as we go along

Okay on blowdried hair. I don't like using direct heat so if I ever try curlformers (doubtful --I just have a feeling it would be a huge disaster) I would stretch my hair first.

 

[Allandra]

Hey Allandra, thanks for coming in to give us some support. I'm at 56 weeks still hanging on 2" of hair to get that pony for the winter. Are you 3b/c hair type? I love the s waves and your hair is thick!

You're welcome. I love this thread, and I will definitely be checking up on the ladies that are transitioning. I honestly don't know what my hair type is (never bothered figuring it out).

 

[MummysGirl]

Hope you're enjoying being all natural
I'm 46 weeks post and in my braids (no extensions), did them over the weekend and I'll be keeping them in for 3 weeks.

Transitioners, how's it going?

 

[PeanutButterandHoney]

Hey Ladies,

Just coming in to see I am officially out.
I BC'ed on Friday.
Anyway, I have it braided up and will probably keep that way until the first of '10, then I will sport the fro.
I just wasn't self-conscious enough to wear it out yet.
Thank you all for all of the support!

 

[hairsothick]

I want some new kinky twists sooooo bad or some micros for graduation. I know I'm not gonna want to straighten my hair for that cause it will probably just poof. If all else fails, I'll wear a half wig. lol

 

[MummysGirl]

I'm going to bug you at the end of the year to remind you about your reveal

Hey Ladies,

Just coming in to see I am officially out.
I BC'ed on Friday.
Anyway, I have it braided up and will probably keep that way until the first of '10, then I will sport the fro.
I just wasn't self-conscious enough to wear it out yet.
Thank you all for all of the support!

 

[PeanutButterandHoney]

I promise on NYE when I go out I am going to rock the fro.
Then, I will upload pictures
I will do it just for you, promise.

 

[CurlyNue]

I don't use heat, wigs, extensions, etc. My main styles are in my siggy... Here's a link to my hairstyle album in my fotki: http://public.fotki.com/MummysGirl/transition-to-natural/hairdos-while-trans/page2.html
And a thread that I think will be helpful to transitioners, more styles: http://www.longhaircareforum.com/showthread.php?t=413884

Thank you MummysGirl,

I am more than certain that the information can be found on this site, however the new girl isn't positive where to look or the best methods for locating the information. I am already spending hours a day on LHCF, youtube, and a million more sites trying to locate all the information I can in order to get the best results for my time, money and effort. My daughter is starting to hate me since I have started this process. LOL! I have never been so diligent in my hunt for information and the application of the process I have found. The looks on her face when I direct her what to do and how to do it are comical and unforgettable.

I totally appreciate you passing your knowledge onto me. If there is any other transitioning wisdom you or anyone else can pass on I become your new best friend.

 

[Skiggle]

It is going pretty well!
This will be the third week with kinky twists..
Long transitioning isn't so bad..

 

[Shay72]

Um yeah I went to work and I thought I didn't look too bad then I came home looked in the mirror and . Some days it's just like that .

 

[Ltown]

I promise on NYE when I go out I am going to rock the fro.
Then, I will upload pictures
I will do it just for you, promise.

Can't wait to see!

 

[Ltown]

Hope you're enjoying being all natural
I'm 46 weeks post and in my braids (no extensions), did them over the weekend and I'll be keeping them in for 3 weeks.

You are doing great with the braidout(hater still) . You probably told me this already but how do you get your relax ends to stay without unraveling?

 

[CurlyNue]

Um yeah I went to work and I thought I didn't look too bad then I came home looked in the mirror and . Some days it's just like that .

LOL!!!

That is great. Was it something that made you do a double take as you saw what you thought was alright but was more like, Oh dear God? Im tickled over here.

I had days like that when I relaxed every 6 to 8 weeks. Thank God those days are over. At least now I look like I tried.

 

[Shay72]

LOL!!!

That is great. Was it something that made you do a double take as you saw what you thought was alright but was more like, Oh dear God? Im tickled over here.

Exactly . What's great about is I can about it too. It's a means to an end.

 

[LoveCraze]

Um yeah I went to work and I thought I didn't look too bad then I came home looked in the mirror and . Some days it's just like that .

Girl I know just what you mean. I left the house on Sunday with mounds of curls thinking I'm half way cutiful, and then the wind and mist and humidity HIT!!!
It was a HAM!!! Glad I had the foresight to bring some hair chop sticks so I could pull it up. I hate when the weather doesn't see my cute hair coming and decides to just act a fool!

 

[Bun Mistress]

Ok I'm off my textlaxing idea. I dont need three textures, hehe.


When it comes to styling you have to find two of three things that work for you. I do twist outs and bun or french roll. Sometimes, I roller set but its alot of mani.

 

[blksndrlla]

Um yeah I went to work and I thought I didn't look too bad then I came home looked in the mirror and . Some days it's just like that .

that was so me on Sunday...You could't tell me I wasn't fly in church...Oh, then that humidity hit...imagine humidity on a curly fro w/ relaxed ends...

I was going to add pics to my fotki...i thought i was so cute...HA!

 

[Shay72]

Girl I know just what you mean. I left the house on Sunday with mounds of curls thinking I'm half way cutiful, and then the wind and mist and humidity HIT!!!
It was a HAM!!! Glad I had the foresight to bring some hair chop sticks so I could pull it up. I hate when the weather doesn't see my cute hair coming and decides to just act a fool!

that was so me on Sunday...You could't tell me I wasn't fly in church...Oh, then that humidity hit...imagine humidity on a curly fro w/ relaxed ends...

I was going to add pics to my fotki...i thought i was so cute...HA!

See I knew I came to the right place. I knew ya'll would understand .

 

[Chameleonchick]

Transitioners, how's it going?

Its going. I really want to take these twists down. I miss my hair! I think I will keep them in for 2 more weeks.