Transitioning without BC'ing Support Thread

[divachyk]

@GettingKinky @rileypak, definitely! However, I'm just waiting to see if the moment passes. If not, chop, chop, chop.

 

[Evolving78]

@GettingKinky @rileypak, definitely! However, I'm just waiting to see if the moment passes. If not, chop, chop, chop.

Cut it, Cut it, Cut it! Your hair drama is way too high, you need to cut it!

 

[divachyk]

Cut it, Cut it, Cut it! Your hair drama is way too high, you need to cut it!

@shortdub78

 

[Evolving78]

@shortdub78

That's why I don't come in here often! Ya'll got more will power than me! Lol

 

[IDareT'sHair]

@divachyk
You'll know when it's time and you will look fabulous.

 

[Coilystep]

Just when I thought yea I'm ready to pack up ease and PS I find my hair overwhelming. Now Learning products play a huge role. I bought beautiful textures defining curl custard that left both my hair and my daughter's hair flaky despite doing LCO. I'm not even sure I want to keep using it. All my ears had glue like flaking bits. Products are very important. Hoping to see if my hair can French twist. Also on the radar is revisting my banana clip.

I've used that before it definitely will flake. Have you tried goddess curls, as I am, kinky curly or Camille Rose? Those definitely don't flake. Also be mindful what you products your pairing together. Cantu will definitely flake as well. Creme of nature twisting custard didn't flake on me if I remember correctly it's been a while. It gets easier it took about nine months to get comfortable with styling my natural hair after my BC. Camille Rose is definitely my go to line right now.

 

[Coilystep]

I sized up my natural hair this weekend and I'm at a point where I could cut the relaxed ends and have enough for a puff, I think. As much as I don't want to give up the little length I have left, I'm seriously tired of transitioning. Maybe the moment will pass soon but I've been feeling this way for a while.

Go ahead if you think your ready. I knew it was time when I started cutting random areas to see how my natural hair looked. I was so tired of transitioning.

 

[IDareT'sHair]

I knew it was time when I started cutting random areas to see how my natural hair looked. I was so tired of transitioning.

@stephanie75miller
I've been snipping away little by little this whole time.

So, it wouldn't be as much of a shock.

Glad to see you. I always enjoy reading your posts.

 

[Coilystep]

@stephanie75miller
I've been snipping away little by little this whole time.

So, it wouldn't be as much of a shock.

Glad to see you. I always enjoy reading your posts.

I felt so bad for my hair dresser I went every two weeks to get my hair twisted/cornrowed into updos and I always had to warn her that I had been cutting and she would have to braid strategically to hide it

You are so sweet I really like your posts too.

 

[IDareT'sHair]

I always had to warn her that I had been cutting and she would have to braid strategically to hide it

@stephanie75miller
It is totally frustrating dealing with two textures competing for x1 head.

I think that's why most transitioners throw in the towel early and either totally BC, texlax or re-relax.

It's definitely not a fete for the faint of heart.

By snipping the entire time, for me, made it a little less painful

 

[IDareT'sHair]

@stephanie75miller
What is your Protein usage like? How often, if ever, do you use Protein?

 

[Coilystep]

@stephanie75miller
It is totally frustrating dealing with two textures competing for x1 head.

I think that's why most transitioners throw in the towel early and either totally BC, texlax or re-relax.

It's definitely not a fete for the faint of heart.

By snipping the entire time, for me, made it a little less painful

The two texture thing definitely one of my biggest issues. The natural part didn't tangle but baby those relaxed ends did not act right they would tangle.so badly. They were totally disrespectful and don't even get me started on the halo of frizz I had no matter what I did.
You definitely have to have some strong fortitude to get through a transition. I really applaud the long term transitioners.

 

[Coilystep]

@stephanie75miller
What is your Protein usage like? How often, if ever, do you use Protein?

I really don't do it very often. I used a protein conditioner this weekend. I found it in my cabinet. I also did a deep conditioning overnight this past Sunday.

 

[IDareT'sHair]

You definitely have to have some strong fortitude to get through a transition. I really applaud the long term transitioners.

@stephanie75miller
I definitely don't ever want to repeat this lesson again.

 

[divachyk]

Thank you @IDareT'sHair and @stephanie75miller.
@shortdub78, I see you up in another thread being a pusha.

 

[divachyk]

@IDareT'sHair, I'm not using protein nearly as much now that I have removed a lot of relaxed hair. I use it when I think about it whereas I was using it every 2 to 4 weeks.

 

[IDareT'sHair]

@divachyk
Interesting.

@rileypak @flyygirlll2 @Saludable84 @halfindian @GettingKinky
What is your protein usage?

I probably use something even if it's 'light' twice a month.

 

[Evolving78]

Thank you @IDareT'sHair and @stephanie75miller.
@shortdub78, I see you up in another thread being a pusha.

I'm running through the board with a spray bottle and some scissors! Give Us Free! Give Yo Hair Free!

 

[rileypak]

@IDareT'sHair

I use protein almost all the time.

I definitely use protein every time I shampoo (twice a month). Whether it's a treatment, in a DC, or in a leave-in, I usually have a little protein.

When I co-cleanse (twice a month), it varies since it's usually based on whatever rinse out I use that day. Occasionally I'll use a moisturizer with protein in it but mostly it comes from my rinse out conditioner.

 

[IDareT'sHair]

@rileypak
Yeah, me too. I still rely 'heavily' on some sort of Protein in my current regimen.

 

[rileypak]

@IDareT'sHair

Yep my balanced regimen works for my hair. I've no plans to stop using protein as regularly as I do unless my hair tells me I should. In the meanwhile, my hair remains soft and strong without leaning too far one way or the other.

 

[IDareT'sHair]

I've no plans to stop using protein as regularly as I do unless my hair tells me I should. In the meanwhile, my hair remains soft and strong without leaning too far one way or the other.

@rileypak
Yeah, even as "Natural" I still worry about having/keeping that Balance.

 

[rileypak]

@rileypak
Yeah, even as "Natural" I still worry about having/keeping that Balance.

Me too! My hair has been satisfied with my regular doses of protein so I'll keep it up.
I guess it's just adapted since this has pretty much been my regimen (using protein regularly) for almost a year now.

 

[GettingKinky]

@divachyk
Interesting.

@rileypak @flyygirlll2 @Saludable84 @halfindian @GettingKinky
What is your protein usage?

I probably use something even if it's 'light' twice a month.

I rotate through 3 conditioners and 2 of them are protein conditioners (Aphogee 2 minutes and AOGPB) so 2 out of 3 weeks I use a protein conditioner.

 

[Saludable84]

@IDareT'sHair

I try to make sure protein is in my products and rotate them. Some proteins are usually for moisturizing purposes only.

I was using medium 1x a month, but once I started cutting I didn't need it as much.

Right now, I'm doing medium 1x every 2-3 months, but I've noticed my hair is actually doing better with henna. I will just interchange. I did henna maybe 2-3 months ago and it was great so now I feel like I need a boost. I'm going to do protein because it's summer and the sun is disrespectful up here.

 

[flyygirlll2]

@IDareT'sHair I try to rotate and use it when I feel my hair needs it. With the exception of my nape, I have a lot of relaxed hair left so I do use protien on the relaxed part. My natural hair doesn't require much protien, something light works fine. I think my natural hair is normal/low porosity.

 

[Saludable84]

@GettingKinky @rileypak, definitely! However, I'm just waiting to see if the moment passes. If not, chop, chop, chop.

I keep thinking it will. But now, I want to cut more. Im trying to make it to October, but my ends are so dry and I'm tired of bunning. A puff once in a while won't hurt. Only problem is if I cut, I may only be able to do a puff. A really big one , but it may make a mediocre bun. I prefer buns for work because I hate work people seeing anything close to the real me.

 

[IDareT'sHair]

@rileypak @divachyk @Saludable84 @flyygirlll2 @GettingKinky @stephanie75miller
Thanks for your response regarding Protein Treatments.

 

[IDareT'sHair]

@stephanie75miller
I read in the Wash & Go Thread you were using Curls Lavish? Are you still using it? What are you thoughts about this product?

This is what I use to rewet my hair and twist with.

 

[Coilystep]

@stephanie75miller
I read in the Wash & Go Thread you were using Curls Lavish? Are you still using it? What are you thoughts about this product?

This is what I use to rewet my hair and twist with.

I use the curls line every once in a while. I don't think I repurchased the Lavish. I've been on a Camille Rose kick lately.