Transitioner tips

[jshor09]

Any words of wisdom or tips to make my transition smooth as possible. I know you need patience and about S curl to soften new growth. I have a good support system as well. I threw away my relaxer so I'm ready any tips to offer me?

Jackie

 

[dimpalz]

SHEA BUTTER AND GLYCERIN!!!!! *uh hum* sorry lol. I tried the scurl but my hair was kinda chalky after. I only started transitioning about 3 weeks ago but I've been on easter vacation so I've had loads of time for trial and error with my little inch of new growth I've been co-washing every other day - again too much time on my hands - just for the fun of it. You can check out that million thread long transitioners support thread, thats got some good tips too HTH

 

[Nanyanika]

I'm not transitioning, however these are the tips i followed when i was transitioing over a year.

1. Eat healthy/take supplements for healthy growth (i didn't do this in the beginning and ended up with vey brittle dry hair)
2. Wash hair in sections to avoid breakage
3. Use a widetooth comb when detangling hair
4. Wear protective styles, i wore lots of braids/cornrows styles see www.growafrohairlong.com on instruction on how to care for braids
5. Moisturise, moisturise, moisturise, the ones i used were homemade sprays, coconut oil, shea butter

I'm sure someone else could add more to this list

 

[Tene]

I made up my own homemade spritz thanks to Cheleigh's advice. I also made a cream for my hair. I also co wash everyday and I don't use shampoo with sulfates. I take vitamins and try to eat healthy and drink water. I use a wide tooth comb after I wash. I use different oils and butters like shea butter, olive oil, coconut oil, etc.

 

[Sweet_Ambrosia]

You should definitely try CO Washes, their great for keeping the new growth soft and moisturized.

 

[caligirl]

Buy a denman brush. It works well for keeping your hair from matting and it blends the two textures nicely.