One Month Natural *Pics*

[TrendySocialite]

I've been natural for a little over a month now. I have to say I LOVE it! I've only had one near breakdown and that's regarding moisture balance. But I think I'm on the other side of that. Here are comparison shots...

Big Chop June 26, 2009

One Month Natural

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Along the way, I've learned a few things...

• My hair doesn't like Raw Shea Butter (unless it's melted and mixed in with something else)
• EVOO is still the best overal moisturizer for my hair (and it has multiple uses)
• I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the smell of freshly washed hair
• Men LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the smell of freshly washed hair LOL
• I won't straighten my hair nearly as often as I thought I might. I adore my texture
• People at work were a lot more complimentary (at least to my face) than I thought
• I don't have to justify my hair to others (not like I was going to anyway)
• Every texture of hair has it's advantages and disadvantages
• I shouldn't have cut dow the back when I first BC'd as much as I did...
• I have to be much more intentional about moisturizing than I did when I was relaxed
• I love my coils, I love the softness, I just LOVE it!!!!!!!!!!

 

[CenteredGirl]

Very cute. Hair looks thick and healthy!

 

[KinkyRed]

I love it, it looks beautiful

 

[darlingdiva]

Your hair looks great. Have fun on your natural journey!!!

 

[growinglong777]

Glad you are enjoying, it looks so cute on you! Freeing isn't it? I can't wait once my transition is completely over.

 

[trey21]

Your hair is beautiful...you look wonderful!

 

[DDTexlaxed]

great job, girl! I am so encouraged by your progress!

 

[LuyshuZ]

Beautiful.

 

[tash85]

• I won't straighten my hair nearly as often as I thought I might. I adore my texture

I found this out too when I decided to go natural. After years of free flowing weaves, I thought I'd go crazy without straight hair. Turns out I prefer my hair curly and hate the feeling when it is flat ironed. Go figure!

 

[bablou00]

Your hair looks great. Congrats on BCing!!! I luv freshly washed hair too

 

[countrychickd]

Gorgeous, thick, healthy hair! Such a great month!

 

[Oasis]

Very pretty!

 

[TrendySocialite]

Thanks so much for the compliments. I know there may not appear to be much difference in length, but I am enjoying it!

 

[Leeda.the.Paladin]

I love this post!

Your comment about not straightening as much as you thought you would really struck home. I'd told myself upon deciding to go natural that I would press my hair mostly, only wearing it natural every now and again. That went out the window!

Congrats on your first month, looks like it was a good one. You have beautiful hair!

 

[song_of_serenity]

Awesome progress! Hope I have as much in a months time.

 

[Finally Free]

I've been natural for a little over a month now. I have to say I LOVE it! I've only had one near breakdown and that's regarding moisture balance. But I think I'm on the other side of that. Here are comparison shots...

Big Chop June 26, 2009

One Month Natural

http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_lJm3wVqSQQE/SnH1mdzMJZI/AAAAAAAAASs/ScAVh8yfPzc/s1600-h/BC_062609.jpghttp://1.bp.blogspot.com/_lJm3wVqSQQE/SnH11FgxAiI/AAAAAAAAAS0/zKfqqPEP648/s1600-h/P1100763.JPG

Along the way, I've learned a few things...

• My hair doesn't like Raw Shea Butter (unless it's melted and mixed in with something else)
• EVOO is still the best overal moisturizer for my hair (and it has multiple uses)
• I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the smell of freshly washed hair
• Men LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the smell of freshly washed hair LOL
• I won't straighten my hair nearly as often as I thought I might. I adore my texture
• People at work were a lot more complimentary (at least to my face) than I thought
• I don't have to justify my hair to others (not like I was going to anyway)
• Every texture of hair has it's advantages and disadvantages
• I shouldn't have cut dow the back when I first BC'd as much as I did...
• I have to be much more intentional about moisturizing than I did when I was relaxed
• I love my coils, I love the softness, I just LOVE it!!!!!!!!!!

Your hair is beautiful...you look wonderful!

Your hair looks great. Congrats on BCing!!! I luv freshly washed hair too

Gorgeous, thick, healthy hair! Such a great month!

Awesome progress! Hope I have as much in a months time.

ALL OF YOU LADIES LOOK STUNNING WITH YOUR TWA'S!!! CONGRATS!

 

[Honeytips]

Fantastic!! Thanks for sharing!! I can't wait until I do my big chop too!!

 

[MonPetite]

Along the way, I've learned a few things...

• My hair doesn't like Raw Shea Butter (unless it's melted and mixed in with something else)
• EVOO is still the best overal moisturizer for my hair (and it has multiple uses)
• I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the smell of freshly washed hair
• Men LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the smell of freshly washed hair LOL
• I won't straighten my hair nearly as often as I thought I might. I adore my texture
• People at work were a lot more complimentary (at least to my face) than I thought
• I don't have to justify my hair to others (not like I was going to anyway)
• Every texture of hair has it's advantages and disadvantages
• I shouldn't have cut dow the back when I first BC'd as much as I did...
• I have to be much more intentional about moisturizing than I did when I was relaxed
• I love my coils, I love the softness, I just LOVE it!!!!!!!!!!

CO-signing with the bolded. Congrats!

 

[bellecheveux]

Your hair is very beautiful!

 

[JusPhabulous40]

Very Pretty!!

 

[Platinum]

I can't believe it's been a month since you BC'd. Time flies! Your hair is pretty!

 

[brandy]

Congratulations:waytogo:

 

[SelahOco]

You took radiant! Love it.

 

[Soliel185]

You've made a lot of progress this past month! Your hair looks great.

I can't stop wetting/washing my hair either - it's so addictive!

What's your post wash routine? (moisturizers etc)

 

[danigurl18]

I love it!!

 

[jazzzmoods]

very nice! congrats.....keep growing!

 

[TrendySocialite]

You've made a lot of progress this past month! Your hair looks great.

I can't stop wetting/washing my hair either - it's so addictive!

What's your post wash routine? (moisturizers etc)

Depends on the style I'm going for. Most days I do the curlygirl method

Other days I do a two-strand twist out. I made my own version of Miss Jessie's Buttercreme WHICH I LOVE!

Usually after I wash I

• Put in Giovanni leave-in and EVOO and put plastic cap on for 10 minutes
• Apply a bit of Coconut oil and a whole lot of my homemade buttercream to hair
• twist, finger coil or just let air dry

 

[Spongie Bloom]

Girl I BC'd the day after you (June 27 2009) your hair is gorgeous you have learned a lot more about your hair than me Im definately still learning what my hair likes and loving every minute of I love wetting it, im addicted to co washing and playing with my coilies all day (even though I really should stop)

 

[Nubenap22]

I remember reading ur post from when you bc and how you felt...I'm happy for you that its bringing all of these realizations on. Looks good and healthy!!! and it looks good on you precious!!! I'm glad your finding your footing and what works for you complete natural hair!!

 

[MummysGirl]

Beautiful hair and progress