Official: For Short Haired Ladies...APL by Dec'09!

[The Princess]

Wow Princess- I am floored at your growth. Congrats on APL, your hair looks just gorgeous. I cannot wait to see where you will be come 2010.

Lucky for me I have a half wig that looks just like your hair- I will be faking it until I make it.

SS, you are so silly. Thanks for your support. I be eyeing your half wigs and ponytails too.

 

[The Princess]

I joined this challenge when it first started and I made it and a month early! check out my thread
http://www.longhaircareforum.com/showthread.php?t=422398

TB, you are APL to. Congrats

ThePrincess!! Your hair is absolutely beautiful! Nice and full, too! Congrats on definitely making APL and early too!

NO, your hair is full and thick, its very pretty.

congrats Princess on making apl.

Thanks you very much

 

[The Princess]

:sweet: Princess that hair is gawgeous!!! Congrats on making APL....



MY UPDATE: I'm not going to make APL this year...I went in for my relaxer (yeap I changed my mind about transitioning, don't judge me) and some how ended up with an impromptu "trim". History: this has been my stylist who I've been going to off and on x 7 years but have not been to in over 6 months; the only reason i went to her this time is because I like how she applies relaxers w/ minimal overlapping; when she was getting ready to flatiron my hair she says "sit up straight" little did I know that meant she was about to trim!! Next thing I know I heard the scissors and it was too late. Now you see why she is my old stylist right! All she kept saying was "damn your hair has gotten so thick and long". I wanted to say "yeah since I stopped coming to give you my damn money" That's just that old school mentality that when you get a relaxer your suppose to get a trim which leads your hair no damn where!!!

I just had my ends trimmed 2 months prior by my regular/new stylist who I see for occ. flatirons &tims because I trust only her with a pair of scissors since she knows how to dust/trim with only taking 1/4 inch off. I was doing so good y'all, only 2 trims in one year!!! The good news is she only took off 1/2 inch but that was all my growth during my 9 week strech . I will still do a revell at the end of the month so stay tuned.

WOW, im so sorry. Yeah I usually get 2 trims a year too. Well you know not to go back to her anymore. Also you stated you go to her cause she does minimal overlapping, just protect your previous hair with conditioner or oil. This is what I do, on top of what my beautician use on my hair as well.

You really didn't need a trim if you just had one two months ago. Also she shouldv'e said something prior to her starting. Im sorry, but stuff like this really upsets me and make me appreciate my beautician even more.

What do you plan on doing now, are you going to keep going to both hairdressers?

 

[beans4reezy]

The Princess, I was waiting for your update!! YOUR HAIR LOOKS GREAT!!! You did a wonderful job!! You will be at BSL before you know it! Are you in the 2010 Challenge?

 

[flowinlocks]

Well I got my relaxer and it turned out great. My beautician as always making jokes of me stretching, but she cool and make it happen with my hair. My hair is longer and it feel so good. When I got in the car today, my hair kept pulling cause I was leaning back in the seat on it and trying to move my head around. I hope yall understand what Im trying to say.

Well anyway, here is a few pics. I just had her to flatiron it straight with no bump. It really didn't need a flatiron cause it was straight from the blowdryer.

It super straight right now, however after a couple of washes it should be back to normal.

Ok here are the pics: Don't mind the date on the pic, its wrong I had to change batteries during the process.

I knew I was gonna be drooling when I saw your hair. It's so pretty and thick. Congratulations on making APL!!!

 

[danigurl18]

Congrats Princess!!

 

[RosesBlack]

You ladies are so inspiring. So much lovely hair and progress in here.

I think I'm going to straighten my hair in a few weeks for an actual update. I finally got a replacement comb attachment thingy for my dryer so I can try some of the natural methods of straightening my hair. I'm really hoping to hold out on relaxing my hair until March around my birthday.

 

[The Princess]

The Princess, I was waiting for your update!! YOUR HAIR LOOKS GREAT!!! You did a wonderful job!! You will be at BSL before you know it! Are you in the 2010 Challenge?

Yes, I sure am. Im excited too.

 

[Letta]

i don't think I'll be making it I thought I was almost there but it seems like my mind, eyes, and hair are all playing tricks on me. I may have to wait until January or so at this rate. I'm so close tho. Its frustrating

 

[LaidBak]

Well, December is tomorrow and I am not at APL. Though I do have longer hair than I've ever had in my life. So I am pleased. I'm getting my hair touched up on Wednesday. I'll post a final shot then.
Congrats to those that made it!!!!

 

[ResultsMayVary]

It's December

APL??!!! I would have never thought back in October when I started this challenge that I could really make it this far.

This board and trial and error are to thank! Hopefully next year I will be BSL (fingers crossed)

Let the next round of challenges begin

 

[Nya33]

Hey ya ladies!

I just got relaxed today in the salon so here are my progress pics from when i got relaxed in June 09 (my b'day) to date.

Relaxed Mizani BB sensitive scalp and process pretty painless this time. My hair was wrapped then flat ironed with GHD.

Still not APL, so see you next year - but it is growing!! lol

June 09

Sep 09

Sep 09 - Treat/trim

Dec 09

 

[flowinlocks]

Hey ya ladies!

I just got relaxed today in the salon so here are my progress pics from when i got relaxed in June 09 (my b'day) to date.

Relaxed Mizani BB sensitive scalp and process pretty painless this time. My hair was wrapped then flat ironed with GHD.

Still not APL, so see you next year - but it is growing!! lol

June 09

Sep 09

Sep 09 - Treat/trim

Dec 09

Awesome progress. It looks nice and thick. you look close to apl.

 

[flowinlocks]

It's December

I am not APL but I am really close!!! I would have never thought back in October when I started this challenge that I could really make it this far.

This board and trail and error are to thank! Hopefully next year I will be BSL (fingers crossed)

Let the next round of challenges begin

You look apl to me. Congratulations!!

 

[flowinlocks]

Well, December is tomorrow and I am not at APL. Though I do have longer hair than I've ever had in my life. So I am pleased. I'm getting my hair touched up on Wednesday. I'll post a final shot then.
Congrats to those that made it!!!!

Can't wait to see your updates. I'm not due for my touch up till the 20th so I'll be posting my update then.

 

[Nya33]

Awesome progress. It looks nice and thick. you look close to apl.

Thanks, stretching has really helped! Im going to put it in a weave. It is too cold to have my hair out in london and need to protect those ends! I hope by next touch up in march i make it. Thanks for all the knowledge and encouragement ladies.

 

[Minnie]

NaturallyVoguish... you look apl to me also.
Congratulations

 

[danigurl18]

I think yall already seen my update.. i got an inch left.. pic is in my avatar if you haven't seen it

 

[The Princess]

Well, December is tomorrow and I am not at APL. Though I do have longer hair than I've ever had in my life. So I am pleased. I'm getting my hair touched up on Wednesday. I'll post a final shot then.
Congrats to those that made it!!!!

I can't wait to see your progress. Also Dec is still a whole month, that another .5-1 inch worth of hair you can get.

 

[The Princess]

You look apl to me. Congratulations!!

I agree, you are APL, Congrats and celebrate.

 

[The Princess]

Hey ya ladies!

I just got relaxed today in the salon so here are my progress pics from when i got relaxed in June 09 (my b'day) to date.

Relaxed Mizani BB sensitive scalp and process pretty painless this time. My hair was wrapped then flat ironed with GHD.

Still not APL, so see you next year - but it is growing!! lol


June 09


Sep 09


Sep 09 - Treat/trim



Dec 09

You hair is super thick, getting thickness is half the battle, girl you accomplish alot right there. Congrats!!!

 

[The Princess]

Just checkin in..18 more days until its time for everyone big reveal. I can't wait to see everyone beautiful hair.

 

[RosesBlack]

I think I'm going to keep stretching until January or February BUT, I got some new hair toys and I'm going to try and properly straighten my hair this weekend so I might have an actual update. I am SO excited I've been studying youtube videos and everything.

 

[SCarolinaGirl]

Hey ladies... been MIA for a while. I plan to relax on 12/24 so I will update with my progress. Congrats to everyone who has made APL and congrats to everyone still working at it!

 

[simplyconfident]

Here it is ladies...I've included pics from the start of my journey in 2008 for motivation. I've had lots of fun looking at all you ladies wonderful progress. Can't wait to see what next year holds. I can honestly say "this is the longest my hair has every been"!!!








sorry for the rollers in the last pic i was in the middle of a braid out, lol
I'm a slow grower IMO, but I can hang with that *in my Tommy from Martin voice* "cuz I'm almost APL dawg"!!!!

 

[SouthernStunner]

Hey Ladies,

I am so happy for all who have made it to APL this year. CONGRTULATIONS! For those of us that didnt make it dont be sad you are so much closer now then you were a year ago! I will see those that did not make APL in the next APL challenge. I myself have joined it as well as the BSL (or BSB) challenge. Either way it will be the longest my hair has ever been.

Merry Christimas
SouthernStunner

 

[flowinlocks]

Here it is ladies...I've included pics from the start of my journey in 2008 for motivation. I've had lots of fun looking at all you ladies wonderful progress. Can't wait to see what next year holds. I can honestly say "this is the longest my hair has every been"!!!








sorry for the rollers in the last pic i was in the middle of a braid out, lol
I'm a slow grower IMO, but I can hang with that *in my Tommy from Martin voice* "cuz I'm almost APL dawg"!!!!

Your hair looks nice and healthy, congratulations on your progress!!

 

[The Princess]

Here it is ladies...I've included pics from the start of my journey in 2008 for motivation. I've had lots of fun looking at all you ladies wonderful progress. Can't wait to see what next year holds. I can honestly say "this is the longest my hair has every been"!!!

http://www.pikistrips.com/clicked/30280258

http://www.pikistrips.com/clicked/31792953

http://www.pikistrips.com/clicked/32372258


sorry for the rollers in the last pic i was in the middle of a braid out, lol
I'm a slow grower IMO, but I can hang with that *in my Tommy from Martin voice* "cuz I'm almost APL dawg"!!!!

Your hair has grown alot and its very thick and full. I like it. You say you are a slow grower, however you are reataining what you grow and thats what is important.

 

[beans4reezy]

I did a lc a week ago and it looks as if the back of my hair has reached APL. I wont be really happy though until I actually get it done and straightened, this will give me real results of where I am. Crossing my fingers for APL!

 

[LaidBak]

Well, just had my touch up. I am no where near APL. I guess I was overly ambitous. :-(