New *2010* Transitioners Support Thread!

[MummysGirl]

You're doing really well BHCand you're an inspiration
Thank you !!!

don't worry mummy's girl. i am doing a full 2 years! its doable girl!

No surprises from me either, MummysGirl. I plan to stick it out to 18 months, maybe 24 months.

Flattery will get you nowhere!
Thank you
Your siggy pic is just perfect and you can rock that and maybe cornrows/braids/twists... until you're 18 months post?
Come on Ekaette, you know you wanna

LOL you called me out! I was fine until I took out those micros. Blame them
Honestly though your transition styles are out of control. If I could pull those off I might go longer. You've got transitioning down to a science so definitely stick it out if you can

 

[divinefavor]

Can I join this thread? I just made the decision on Monday to transition to natural. I'm excited and nervous! I am almost 11 weeks post, my last touch up was December 5, 2009.

 

[MummysGirl]

Welcome Ladies!!!!!

 

[onejamifan]

RANT-----


I have been having a bad hair month !! It seems that no matter how much I straighten this hair, it reverts within a couple of hours! My edges are crazy and when I straighten them some hairs just stand up. My ends are crunchy and doing my own rollersets is becoming a real drag! I really want to go natural, but it's just so hard to deal with the two textures right now!! I also need a serious hair cut, but I have promised not to cut until July! My longest layer is grazing HL and it is just getting to be more than I can handle! I woke up this morning with the urge to just slap on some creamy crack and call it a day...thank God I'm out of neutralizing shampoo... Sorry for the ranting, I just want my hair to look nice when I get out of the house. I don't want to look a HAM while transitioning!

I'm 9 months post by the way.

 

[lust for life]

12 months post (whoop whoop) ... Vain Jane was my transitioning partner in my head since we relaxed around the same time (feb 09) ... anywho, I got a sew-in yesterday b/c I've been having the urge to BC & I don't plan to chop until August but I might buckle around my birthday (May) & chop

 

[Stepiphanie]

Congrats!!

12 months post (whoop whoop) ... Vain Jane was my transitioning partner in my head since we relaxed around the same time (feb 09) ... anywho, I got a sew-in yesterday b/c I've been having the urge to BC & I don't plan to chop until August but I might buckle around my birthday (May) & chop

 

[Foxglove]

Ok MG you're in luck. I was bored so I did a trial wash and go. The shrinkage got to me so I'm getting one last set of braids in 2 weeks to take me to 18 months. The only question now is single tree braids (not the cornrow kind) or senegalese twists

 

[Platinum]

One of my closest friends told me that he doesn't like my Senegalese Twists. He said that he thinks I look better without them. I told him that having the ST's is a good option for me because I don't have a lot of time to spend on my hair when I'm on the road. He says maybe you should wear your hair in a ponytail or get a perm. I was like when he said "perm". I had to explain that I'm transitioning to natural and I told him why I was transitioning.

I told him that I hope to have a BAA by the end of the summer and he was like: He says he thinks I would look great with a BAA. I can't wait to rock a big 'fro.

 

[plastic]

Heyaaa ! Just came to check up on the plan to be but not soon to be naturals !! How is everyone holding up ?

 

[Platinum]

Time flies! I can't believe I'm almost 10 months post. I plan to continue transitioning for atleast another year or more. I saw a Maxiglide at Bed, Bath, and Beyond the other day for $79.99 but I didn't get it. I'll probably get one this weekend, I just won't be able to use it until I remove my Senegalese Twists.

Keep up the good work Ladies!

 

[andromeda]

^^^Congrats, platinum! Continued success in your transition!

RANT-----


I have been having a bad hair month !! It seems that no matter how much I straighten this hair, it reverts within a couple of hours! My edges are crazy and when I straighten them some hairs just stand up. My ends are crunchy and doing my own rollersets is becoming a real drag! I really want to go natural, but it's just so hard to deal with the two textures right now!! I also need a serious hair cut, but I have promised not to cut until July! My longest layer is grazing HL and it is just getting to be more than I can handle! I woke up this morning with the urge to just slap on some creamy crack and call it a day...thank God I'm out of neutralizing shampoo... Sorry for the ranting, I just want my hair to look nice when I get out of the house. I don't want to look a HAM while transitioning!

I'm 9 months post by the way.

Congrats on making 9 months.

Pardon me if I sound like a wannabe zen master but have you considered that you are working against your hair instead of with it? As StephElise insightfully pointed out upthread, it is essential to listen to what your hair wants and needs. I don't necessarily think straightening is out of the question but have you considered textured/curly transitioning styles?

Also, why do you feel you need a serious hair cut? And to whom did you make this promise to delay cutting it? Are you ignoring your hair's needs in an attempt to bend it to your will?

 

[hair4romheaven]

I need a transition partner. I am 6mths post and am tried of wearing wigs. I work out a lot so its easier but I am so sick of the fake hair ;-( I miss my hair. I'm getting a little frustrated but I do know a relaxer is not an option. i want MY BA hair BACK!!! I haven't tried bantu but have done flexi rods which only last 2 -3 days and i didn't go to the gym those days. I feel like I am being held hair hostage by my transition. LOL...

 

[Trini_Chutney]

I took my twists out yesterday. Dcing all day today. I'm contemplating getting it straightened next week.

 

[dr.j]

Pardon me if I sound like a wannabe zen master but have you considered that you are working against your hair instead of with it? As StephElise insightfully pointed out upthread, it is essential to listen to what your hair wants and needs. I don't necessarily think straightening is out of the question but have you considered textured/curly transitioning styles?

Also, why do you feel you need a serious hair cut? And to whom did you make this promise to delay cutting it? Are you ignoring your hair's needs in an attempt to bend it to your will?

Thanks, andromeda! I needed this reminder --- I've had moments of working against my hair --- still learning how to work with it!

 

[cch24]

washed my hair today. no heat damage! i wasn't that worried because the stylist used the mizani thermasmooth system and it works really well.

my extra large flexi 8 came today!

 

[Foxglove]

washed my hair today. no heat damage! i wasn't that worried because the stylist used the mizani thermasmooth system and it works really well.

my extra large flexi 8 came today!

Pretty!

 

[Black Hoya Chick]

i bought some Garnier Fructis Sleek and Shine Leave-In Cream today. I am excited to try it. Gonna test it after I wash and DC tonight.

 

[pookaloo83]

Getting kind of frustrated with my hair. I need braids or something. I think wigs look too wiggy on me, but I may have to try some out.

 

[Platinum]

43 weeks post!!! :superbanana:

 

[dr.j]

^^^^ YaY Platinum!! I'm reversed from you --- 34 weeks post!!

 

[Platinum]

^^^^ YaY Platinum!! I'm reversed from you --- 34 weeks post!!

Keep up the good work, Dr.j!

 

[Jewell]

7 mos post Monday, Feb. 22! I am still going strong, and the NG is feeling and looking good! It's getting easier to manage as time goes on in relation to the NG AND the texlaxed hair! That's how it's been before--the longer I go, the easier it is to manage, and the softer it is. I guess that's just due to the atrocities of "scab hair!" Can't wait 'til this summer when I'll be a full year in!

 

[♦K.O♦]

i bought some Garnier Fructis Sleek and Shine Leave-In Cream today. I am excited to try it. Gonna test it after I wash and DC tonight.

You wont regret it. The sleek and shine leave-in AND serum are my staples, and have been for like two years.

 

[♦K.O♦]

Oh and I am 36 weeks post!

 

[MummysGirl]

14 months (61 weeks) post

Twists - I obviously need to practise more
Didn't wear them out... just wanted to see my natural hair length in twists (not the length I need for a ponytail....yet):





Stretched new growth (from cornrows - I had my hair in 10/12 corows in front and box braids at the back for just under a week):



I'll DC on dry hair, work out, cowash, airdry in 2 buns and do 5/6 cornrows tonight... braidout tomorrow.

Enjoy your weekend ladies and well done everyone

 

[LoveCraze]

Oh this looks so cute! I :heart2:Flexi 8's.

washed my hair today. no heat damage! i wasn't that worried because the stylist used the mizani thermasmooth system and it works really well.

my extra large flexi 8 came today!

The new growth looks so nice and plump compared to the relaxed ends. Reminds me of how mine looked.
Can't you just see yourself clipping them suckers?
http://hotimg23.fotki.com/p/a/90_198/198_227/twists3-vi.jpg

 

[melissa-bee]

I'm 25 weeks post and i have 2 inches of growth. I know for sure i'm a slow grower now. MummysGirl your hair looks lush.

 

[andromeda]

Getting kind of frustrated with my hair. I need braids or something. I think wigs look too wiggy on me, but I may have to try some out.

I know the feeling. I think half-wigs are a great option for anyone who's afraid of the "wiggy" look. Me personally, I don't even feel like having part of my hair exposed and styled for the purposes of blending anymore, so I'm doing full wigs. I'm currently rocking Motown Tresses Pippa:

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Taz007 recently posted a hot wig in the official half-wig thread - I'm seriously considering buying it.

Nothing like some juicy twists!

 

[Grand Prix]

It turned out nicely! Very pretty and thick! I wish my hair was that uniform in thickness.

You got your roots so sleek and straight! I want the low-down on your flat ironing technique!

Thank you!!
I think what helps most is pulling my roots straight (I use the comb-chase method anyway, but be sure to keep the pressure on there) and not having to be afraid of burning your scalp. I have the fhi platform and you can touch the sides without burning yourself.
Blowdrying with pressure on the roots probably helps, too.

Also, my hair isn't very thick.
I put my flatiron up to about 360/370 and only went over each section once. So that's just my ng being fluffy.

RANT-----


I have been having a bad hair month !! It seems that no matter how much I straighten this hair, it reverts within a couple of hours! My edges are crazy and when I straighten them some hairs just stand up. My ends are crunchy and doing my own rollersets is becoming a real drag! I really want to go natural, but it's just so hard to deal with the two textures right now!! I also need a serious hair cut, but I have promised not to cut until July! My longest layer is grazing HL and it is just getting to be more than I can handle! I woke up this morning with the urge to just slap on some creamy crack and call it a day...thank God I'm out of neutralizing shampoo... Sorry for the ranting, I just want my hair to look nice when I get out of the house. I don't want to look a HAM while transitioning!

I'm 9 months post by the way.

I'm sorry you're frustrated.. Everybody has a hump in their transition and for most it's between 6 and 9 months post.

About your hair reverting. I just tried using Sabino moisture block and it really helped alot.
For those edges, do you mean your do get them straight but they just won't lie down? I get that. I use a little bit of wax on them, just enough to weigh them down.

Good luck!

I need a transition partner. I am 6mths post and am tried of wearing wigs. I work out a lot so its easier but I am so sick of the fake hair ;-( I miss my hair. I'm getting a little frustrated but I do know a relaxer is not an option. i want MY BA hair BACK!!! I haven't tried bantu but have done flexi rods which only last 2 -3 days and i didn't go to the gym those days. I feel like I am being held hair hostage by my transition. LOL...

Try them!!
They've made my transition soo much easier. They're so fast, simple and fun. And so easy!
So go on.. oke:

 

[Grand Prix]

Oh.
I'm 16 months post!

Which means I would cut in 2 months.
Uhm yeah I'm not too sure about that anymore.