Platinum
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Y'all so lucky.....
Don't mind me, I'm just passing by..
Join us! :assimilat
~*~*The Newly Natural Thread*~*~
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Grand Prix
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FlawedBeauty
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its true! its part of the reason i chopped early!!btw, i just checked my UPS tracking info and i got some Kinky Curly Knot Today waiting for me at mah door step!! Woot woot!!!!
Is there and abreviation for that, im gonna go with KCKT if not when i tell ya'll how I like it lolzSee this is why it's dangerous to lurk in this thread.
andromeda
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Do not entice them, with your mischievous smilies. They shall come when they are ready, of their own volition.They look nice. You might want to do them smaller and make your parts overlap - sort of laying bricks - the parts off one row should be off-center from the parts of the rows above and below it. Hope that makes sense.
I finally undid the twists from that bun
They were very moisturized - that's the great thing about twists and braids - they lock in moisture. I dc'd and cowashedand applied giovanni direct and sprayed with my glycerin mix
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pookaloo83
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They look nice. You might want to do them smaller and make your parts overlap - sort of laying bricks - the parts off one row should be off-center from the parts of the rows above and below it. Hope that makes sense.
I finally undid the twists from that bun
Sealed with castor oil and decided to do a puff. Cut off more straight ends
Are those 2 headbands or are they attached? I love your puff! Can't wait until I get to where you are. I have a twa still. I cut some more straight pieces today too. I spot more and more everytime I wash, but I think I finally got them all.
MadisonK
Active Member
Hi Everyone,
I am newly natural! Just did BC about 2 weeks ago. Here's pics of my hair:
http://www.longhaircareforum.com/showthread.php?t=469788
Does anyone know how or with what I can style my TWA the night before work and it look good the next morning? I tried spritzing with water/oil to reactivate, but it didn't look as good. And my hair is too short to do braidout or twist out. Thanks!
I am newly natural! Just did BC about 2 weeks ago. Here's pics of my hair:
http://www.longhaircareforum.com/showthread.php?t=469788
Does anyone know how or with what I can style my TWA the night before work and it look good the next morning? I tried spritzing with water/oil to reactivate, but it didn't look as good. And my hair is too short to do braidout or twist out. Thanks!
FlawedBeauty
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Currently doin a DC with this stuff I picked up. Part of Pantene's new line. Will let you know how it goes...
innerbeautyy
Active Member
Hello everyone! 
* When you BCd
I BC'd on 5-19-10 just a few hours ago. Last perm; April 2010
* How many months post-relaxer were you when you BCd
I didn't really transition at all. I wanted to start off fresh quick.
* Your hair type, preferably your hair's characteristics (strand size, density, curl diameter, amount of shrinkage, growth pattern-up/down, etc.) - a detailed description can help in evaluating product and regimen's possible effectiveness
Hmm, I believe I'm 4b. I'm still learning about that.
* Your current regimen
Shampooing- Creme of Nature. DC-once a week ORS replenishing pak, olive oil, and honey. Hot oil treatment 1-3x weekly. Moisturize daily with carefree curl gold.
* Your favorite styles
None at the moment.
* Your current length and goal length
My hair is super short and all I can wear is a twa & I would like to be shoulder length.
* Your photo album, if any
Not finished setting it up yet, I will be posting some photos this week.
* When you BCd
I BC'd on 5-19-10 just a few hours ago. Last perm; April 2010
* How many months post-relaxer were you when you BCd
I didn't really transition at all. I wanted to start off fresh quick.
* Your hair type, preferably your hair's characteristics (strand size, density, curl diameter, amount of shrinkage, growth pattern-up/down, etc.) - a detailed description can help in evaluating product and regimen's possible effectiveness
Hmm, I believe I'm 4b. I'm still learning about that.
* Your current regimen
Shampooing- Creme of Nature. DC-once a week ORS replenishing pak, olive oil, and honey. Hot oil treatment 1-3x weekly. Moisturize daily with carefree curl gold.
* Your favorite styles
None at the moment.
* Your current length and goal length
My hair is super short and all I can wear is a twa & I would like to be shoulder length.
* Your photo album, if any
Not finished setting it up yet, I will be posting some photos this week.
Platinum
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Hello everyone!
* When you BCd
I BC'd on 5-19-10 just a few hours ago. Last perm; April 2010
* How many months post-relaxer were you when you BCd
I didn't really transition at all. I wanted to start off fresh quick.
* Your hair type, preferably your hair's characteristics (strand size, density, curl diameter, amount of shrinkage, growth pattern-up/down, etc.) - a detailed description can help in evaluating product and regimen's possible effectiveness
Hmm, I believe I'm 4b. I'm still learning about that.
* Your current regimen
Shampooing- Creme of Nature. DC-once a week ORS replenishing pak, olive oil, and honey. Hot oil treatment 1-3x weekly. Moisturize daily with carefree curl gold.
* Your favorite styles
None at the moment.
* Your current length and goal length
My hair is super short and all I can wear is a twa & I would like to be shoulder length.
* Your photo album, if any
Not finished setting it up yet, I will be posting some photos this week.
Congratulations on your BC!
LoveCraze
Naturalista
Hello everyone!
* When you BCd
I BC'd on 5-19-10 just a few hours ago. Last perm; April 2010
* How many months post-relaxer were you when you BCd
I didn't really transition at all. I wanted to start off fresh quick.
* Your hair type, preferably your hair's characteristics (strand size, density, curl diameter, amount of shrinkage, growth pattern-up/down, etc.) - a detailed description can help in evaluating product and regimen's possible effectiveness
Hmm, I believe I'm 4b. I'm still learning about that.
* Your current regimen
Shampooing- Creme of Nature. DC-once a week ORS replenishing pak, olive oil, and honey. Hot oil treatment 1-3x weekly. Moisturize daily with carefree curl gold.
* Your favorite styles
None at the moment.
* Your current length and goal length
My hair is super short and all I can wear is a twa & I would like to be shoulder length.
* Your photo album, if any
Not finished setting it up yet, I will be posting some photos this week.
Congrats on your Big Chop!!
Are you excited??FlawedBeauty
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so i have to say the pantene curly treatment is a definite keeper. made my hair so soft and bouncy. i love it!! i used the KCKT last night and baggied my head and my hair is very very very soft. so far so good, we'll see what my hair feels like by the end of the day.
Anew
New Member
I'll finally be able to officially participate in this thread this weekend. I paid a ton of money for these twists but they're coming out after only 4.5 weeks. My roots have started to twist, I guess that's how my hair grows if that makes sense. Plus since my hair is so short you can see pieces coming through the twists, not flattering at all. I bought a cute wig yesterday, lol.. So I can't wait to wear it
I'll be posting pics this weekend
I'll be posting pics this weekend
Platinum
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nestlequik
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Welcome MadisonK and Innerbeautyy! 
innerbeautyy
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Awhh .. Thank you ladies! 
Yes, I am veryy excited!!
It was the BEST thing I could have possible done for myself
because I have neglected my hair for soooo long & it was damaged badly.
I've always wanted to know what my hair look like without a relaxer :scratchch
Yes, I am veryy excited!!
It was the BEST thing I could have possible done for myself
because I have neglected my hair for soooo long & it was damaged badly.
I've always wanted to know what my hair look like without a relaxer :scratchch
MadisonK
Active Member
Welcome MadisonK and Innerbeautyy!
Thanks! Anyone have ideas on how to get second day hair?
andromeda
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Thanks! They're attached - one is slightly smaller than the other.
MadisonK and innerbeauty! Congrats on being newly natural!Your hair look likes it's long enough to do a flat twist-out or cornrow-out. It also looks like it's long enough to do small bantu knots - separate the hair into manageable sections - small enough that you'll be able to wrap them into a knot. Take the section of hair and twirl it taught (I'm trying to think of a metaphor to visualize this action but I'm having a brainfart) and then turn it into a knot. This should set your hair in a distinct pattern. You can simply sleep with a bonnet or pin curl/re-knot it at night. I was able to maintain my last bantu knot out for 3-4 days by just sleeping in a bonnet - it was protected but not smushed. I could've gotten a couple of more days out of it but I arbitrarily decided to sleep with a scarf one night, which smushed my style.
How are you liking the CFC gold? I'm almost finished with the my bottle of vegetable glycerin and I'm considering getting an off-the-shelf juice.Hello everyone!
* When you BCd
I BC'd on 5-19-10 just a few hours ago. Last perm; April 2010
* How many months post-relaxer were you when you BCd
I didn't really transition at all. I wanted to start off fresh quick.
* Your hair type, preferably your hair's characteristics (strand size, density, curl diameter, amount of shrinkage, growth pattern-up/down, etc.) - a detailed description can help in evaluating product and regimen's possible effectiveness
Hmm, I believe I'm 4b. I'm still learning about that.
* Your current regimen
Shampooing- Creme of Nature. DC-once a week ORS replenishing pak, olive oil, and honey. Hot oil treatment 1-3x weekly. Moisturize daily with carefree curl gold.
* Your favorite styles
None at the moment.
* Your current length and goal length
My hair is super short and all I can wear is a twa & I would like to be shoulder length.
* Your photo album, if any
Not finished setting it up yet, I will be posting some photos this week.
Can't wait! How long did you plan on keeping the twists in? If it's any consolation, 4.5 weeks isn't too bad. Just think of your decision to BC as the return on your investment in the twists!
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MadisonK
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Thanks! They're attached - one is slightly smaller than the other.
Your hair look likes it's long enough to do a flat twist-out or cornrow-out. It also looks like it's long enough to do small bantu knots - separate the hair into manageable sections - small enough that you'll be able to wrap them into a knot. Take the section of hair and twirl it taught (I'm trying to think of a metaphor to visualize this action but I'm having a brainfart) and then turn it into a knot. This should set your hair in a distinct pattern. You can simply sleep with a bonnet or pin curl/re-knot it at night. I was able to maintain my last bantu knot out for 3-4 days by just sleeping in a bonnet - it was protected but not smushed. I could've gotten a couple of more days out of it but I arbitrarily decided to sleep with a scarf one night, which smushed my style.
How are you liking the CFC gold? I'm almost finished with the my bottle of vegetable glycerin and I'm considering getting an off-the-shelf juice.
Thanks, Adromeda!
I tried to twist/braid my hair and the ends won't stay. I never thought of doing bantu knots. I will definitely try that. I don't know if i have enough hair though...hmmm
innerbeautyy
Active Member
I am pretty happy with the results. It's a great moisturizer. I have been using the activator after I shampoo and condition and so far I can't keep my hands out my hair feeling how soft it makes it and guess what? It's not greasy like I thought it would be. I've heard great things about vegetable glycerin I just may try that out
Platinum
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I didn't do anything to my hair today 
now I have a 1 inch TWA (a la Florida Evans). I just looked in the mirror and realize that I look just like my father (20 years ago minus his moustache) I'll probably cowash and DC tonight. I really want to try to make a DC that contains wheat germ oil (I have a big bottle but I haven't used it yet). Also, I plan to make a growth aid mix and add wheat germ oil to it.
now I have a 1 inch TWA (a la Florida Evans). I just looked in the mirror and realize that I look just like my father (20 years ago minus his moustache) I'll probably cowash and DC tonight. I really want to try to make a DC that contains wheat germ oil (I have a big bottle but I haven't used it yet). Also, I plan to make a growth aid mix and add wheat germ oil to it.
MyAngelEyez~C~U
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:heart2:FlawedBeauty
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i started a fotki to document my natural progress. the info is in my profile, let me know if the link doesnt work cuz i hate fotki but want to document lol. there are only a few pics in there right now, hopefully I will be able to be consistent.
Platinum
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FlawedBeauty
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okay great! you should start up another one
The link works FB!
andromeda
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I put twists in my hair yesterday, spritzing with water and adding ecostyler along the way. My hair feels so silky!
I guess you'd have to measure according to an objective unit of length (inches) to verify that. Technically your hair is APL in the front but if you're using those "APL/BSL/etc" markers as a measurement of relative progress, I think it's best to choose one place (front or back) and stick with it or go by inches.
Platinum
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I went to the BSS today to buy a DC. While I was there, I noticed a few girls trying on wigs. One of the girls looked at me like 
erplexed and told the others "I couldn't go around looking like that". (Hmm...meanwhile she has chewed up ear-length hair and trying on silky straight wigs) Before I could say something, a young lady walks up and asks me if I needed help finding anything. I told her that I was looking for a DC and she complimented me on my hair. While we were discussing my hair, I pulled a section of my nape that stretches almost to my collarbone. The owner (Korean lady), says "You have a lot of hair. Very pretty. Don't change it".
I just don't understand why "we" can't see the beauty of our hair but other races can.
erplexed and told the others "I couldn't go around looking like that". (Hmm...meanwhile she has chewed up ear-length hair and trying on silky straight wigs) Before I could say something, a young lady walks up and asks me if I needed help finding anything. I told her that I was looking for a DC and she complimented me on my hair. While we were discussing my hair, I pulled a section of my nape that stretches almost to my collarbone. The owner (Korean lady), says "You have a lot of hair. Very pretty. Don't change it".I just don't understand why "we" can't see the beauty of our hair but other races can.
Grand Prix
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Yayy, now I get to join you guys!
I've been wanting to since day one this thread went up.
I've been wanting to since day one this thread went up.
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