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I decided to go natural sometime aroung January 2008: so, it's been approximately 16 months. My hair type is either 4 a/b. Since I haven't achieved a length I'm comfortable with, I mostly try to hide my hair, but since I couldn't figure out an easy way to style it myself (& I really didn't want to pay anyone) I started cornrowing most of it and installing tracks using either bobby pins or sewing it in, while leaving a section out in the top that I micro braid. I like this look because it's very easy to put in & take out, and most people assume my full head is braided. Now I'm considering trying some half wigs. My growth so far is only 6-7 inches. I didn't have a big chop, but I've been steadily chomping bits off for the last 2-3 years, so I don't have any straight ends left, but I've also recently experienced a lot of breakage. After reading through a bunch of stuff all night/morning I think it must be because I've been using a protein-based conditioner (and one product in particular which I didn't realize I was supposed to wash out--I was using it like my mom used grease when I was a kid). I hope to set myself on a healthier path so I can reach bra-strap length by the end of 2010.
 
MamiWata said:
I decided to go natural sometime aroung January 2008: so, it's been approximately 16 months. My hair type is either 4 a/b. Since I haven't achieved a length I'm comfortable with, I mostly try to hide my hair, but since I couldn't figure out an easy way to style it myself (& I really didn't want to pay anyone) I started cornrowing most of it and installing tracks using either bobby pins or sewing it in, while leaving a section out in the top that I micro braid. I like this look because it's very easy to put in & take out, and most people assume my full head is braided. Now I'm considering trying some half wigs. My growth so far is only 6-7 inches. I didn't have a big chop, but I've been steadily chomping bits off for the last 2-3 years, so I don't have any straight ends left, but I've also recently experienced a lot of breakage. After reading through a bunch of stuff all night/morning I think it must be because I've been using a protein-based conditioner (and one product in particular which I didn't realize I was supposed to wash out--I was using it like my mom used grease when I was a kid). I hope to set myself on a healthier path so I can reach bra-strap length by the end of 2010.
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I wish you the best on your hair journey. I'm confused, you've been transitioning for 16 months but trimming relaxed ends for 2-3 years?
 
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MamiWata said:
I decided to go natural sometime aroung January 2008: so, it's been approximately 16 months. My hair type is either 4 a/b. Since I haven't achieved a length I'm comfortable with, I mostly try to hide my hair, but since I couldn't figure out an easy way to style it myself (& I really didn't want to pay anyone) I started cornrowing most of it and installing tracks using either bobby pins or sewing it in, while leaving a section out in the top that I micro braid. I like this look because it's very easy to put in & take out, and most people assume my full head is braided. Now I'm considering trying some half wigs. My growth so far is only 6-7 inches. I didn't have a big chop, but I've been steadily chomping bits off for the last 2-3 years, so I don't have any straight ends left, but I've also recently experienced a lot of breakage. After reading through a bunch of stuff all night/morning I think it must be because I've been using a protein-based conditioner (and one product in particular which I didn't realize I was supposed to wash out--I was using it like my mom used grease when I was a kid). I hope to set myself on a healthier path so I can reach bra-strap length by the end of 2010.
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PLEASE explain. I'm lost.
bUT WELCOME TO THE CLUB!!!
 
I didn't fall victim to my BC temptations. I did a nice cut on Wednesday though. 3-4 inches all over. I'll post pix tonight hopefully on my blog.

This is a really good transition for me overall. I will be fully prepared to handle my natural hair in a healthy way when I do decide to BC. :)
 
Hello Everyone!
I thought i posted here, but cant find myself so i guess not - lol

How many months have you been transitioning? 28.5 months
When/if you plan to cut off relaxed ends? NEVER, as my hair grows and sheds they kinda just go away on their own - lol. Trying to go for length. If i still have some relaxed ends when i get to WSL, then maybe i'll snip - im such a baby - lol
What is your general hair type? 3c/4a fine/cottony/puffy
What has been your general transition method? BUNS and BKT has been working so far. First year was the worst - i looked horrible in buns, but now i can pull them off.
 
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I'm joining this club even though I have only been transitioning a year now. I am somewhere between texturized and texlaxed. I decided to go natural after a 6 month stretch where I found out I was preggo. I am not interested in relaxing while pregnant so I am transitioning.

How many months have you been transitioning? 6
When/if you plan to cut off relaxed ends? Maybe this time next year. I want to do at least 18 months. I will trim inch for inch up until that time.
What is your general hair type? I think I am a 4A.
What has been your general transition method? Wash and go. High Protien. Gentle Detangling and lots of Deep Conditioning. I don't protect or bun often at all. I just wash and roll. I think a lot of my habits from being natural for 5 years are still left over. I don't treat my hair any differently. I don't straighten anymore than I did then.
 
How many months have you been transitioning? 13

When/if you plan to cut off relaxed ends? whenever they get too straggly/thin. I am hoping for 2 years, though-

What is your general hair type? 4a-ish

What has been your general transition method? braidouts, braidouts, braidouts....I use coconut oil and shea butter for a moisturizer and sealant, respectively. I bun when my braidout gets too wild and or I do wet buns straight form the shower...
 
I am not presently, but it is my GOAL to long transition. I want a natural or a texlaxed bun. I can't have short natural hair or I will relax it.:rolleyes: Being Bonelaxed is not what I want. I'd like to do textured styles as well. I have 11 months to go for my first goal.:blush: I am currently 1 months post.
 
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Count me in!

How many months have you been transitioning?
6.5 months

When/if you plan to cut off relaxed ends?
Only trim as needed until completely natural

What is your general hair type?
I use to think it was 4a/b but I'll never be sure until I'm mostly natural.

What has been your general transition method?
Month 1-6: Straight styles. (Wash, blow dry, press natural roots, flat iron relaxed part)
Month 6 - ?: Curly styles. (Done with the curling iron. They last for two weeks until my next wash)
 
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How many months have you been transitioning? 18 months
When/if you plan to cut off relaxed ends? mid or late 2011 (3.5- 4 years)
What is your general hair type? 4a
What has been your general transition method? haphazard. buns, rollersets, bkt, braidouts, twist and curls etc
 
How many months have you been transitioning? 12 months
When/if you plan to cut off relaxed ends? Gradual trims once a month until all relaxed ends are gone.What is your general hair type? 4A/BWhat has been your general transition method? Buns, braids, braidouts, currently experimenting. Will try twists at some point.
 
I have been transitioning for 14 months but I did texlax once in between. My hair is very curly and thick in the middle and permed on the ends. I'm so tired of braids and dont know what to do with it.
 
Please may I join, my information is below;
How many months have you been transitioning? 15 months
When/if you plan to cut off relaxed ends? 2- 4 years
What is your general hair type? I’m not really sure I think it’s between 4a-4d
What has been your general transition method? I plan on using braids throughout my 4 ½ year transition.
 
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mikisha said:
I have been transitioning for 14 months but I did texlax once in between. My hair is very curly and thick in the middle and permed on the ends. I'm so tired of braids and dont know what to do with it.
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How long have you been transitioning since the texlax?
 
I saw that this thread was a lil' old, but so what, I'll contribute!

How many months have you been transitioning?12 months

When/if you plan to cut off relaxed ends?
September 2010

What is your general hair type?
3B/C

What has been your general transition method?
I am a daily co-washer, every three days I deep condition.
As far as hairstyles, I stick to buns and ponytails almost exclusively. I straighten my hair once a month or less
 
I'm 4 months post and holding on. I am trying to have a more positive and hands on relationship with my transitioning and natural hair. So far, so good.:yep:
 
I'll bite too!

I've been transitioning since 1/1/09. I so regret texlaxing my hair on that day b/c I BC'd on 9/20/08! I am mostly CNAPP, 4a (middle) and 3c (back). I may BC on 1/1/10, depending on my length. I really don't want to sacrifice length just to BC. Having short hair is the reason I texlaxed last time!
 
How many months have you been transitioning?
21 months

When/if you plan to cut off relaxed ends?
When I reach MBL I will start trimming off an inch every 2 months...I have no idea how long that will take. I started off EL and am now APL, maybe/hopefully i will be BSL by december then MBL will come maybe another year later??

What is your general hair type?
4a coily medium/fine strands and medium density

What has been your general transition method?
Braiding for 7 weeks at a time and bunning in between. A year into my transition I ended all direct heat. I may start canerowing my hair a lot more now as well.
 
I don't know if I qualify...I'm almost 7 mos in. I saw lipyt is in 6 mos, so I'll add my lil post! ;-)

How many months have you been transitioning? 6+ mos so far. Will be 7 mos fully Feb. 22nd.

When/if you plan to cut off relaxed ends? I don't plan to BC. But, I have been trimming 1/2" every other month. I do not wanna BC like last time, since I adore long hair. I want to reach my goals with the NG...and gradually trim off the processed hair as I grow it out. It could be years before I'm fully rid of the processed ends, that is as long as I don't get annoyed and chop like last time!

What is your general hair type? Generally 4a with 3c too in a lot of areas.


What has been your general transition method? Keeping my hair braided underneath LF's and FLW's (full lace wigs). I also will do cornrows w/ extensions, and crochet braids in summer. Too hot down here to be wiggin' it!

HHG ladies!
 
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