Transitioning without BC'ing Support Thread
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IDareT'sHair
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GettingKinky
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Aside from when it's straight, I haven't worn my hair out in ~2 years. I was looking at pictures of my braidouts on when my hair was texlaxed and I really liked them. Now I'm starting to worry that I won't like my natural hair. That would be such a huge waste of time. But I'm going to keep on going and I'll just keep my fingers crossed.
Coilystep
@imperial_acquisitions
I don't know what to say but sending you a
maybe you can start trying to wear your hair out a little more so you can get use to it. I know everyone is different but for me it helped for me to have my hair out and I learned how to work with it and love it.
GettingKinky
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I don't know what to say but sending you a
Thanks. I've thought about wearing it out, but I think the difference between the natural part and the texlaxed part would be too obvious. I'll have to try it on a weekend so if it goes crazy halfway through the day, I'll be at home.
IDareT'sHair
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flyygirlll2
Lioness mane
GettingKinky
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rileypak
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Thanks so much ladies!!!
It doesn't feel any different for me at the moment since a large portion of my head was natural anyway. Now I just get to see a few more of my coils. Once I attempt some styling at some point, that'll likely change lol
After snapping that pic, I ended up having to take my mom shopping so I went out with the fro. My nape shrank to my ears and the top shrank to about chin length without stretching it. It was still pretty huge though and very glorious. I think I could get used to seeing that on occasion
It doesn't feel any different for me at the moment since a large portion of my head was natural anyway. Now I just get to see a few more of my coils. Once I attempt some styling at some point, that'll likely change lol
After snapping that pic, I ended up having to take my mom shopping so I went out with the fro. My nape shrank to my ears and the top shrank to about chin length without stretching it. It was still pretty huge though and very glorious. I think I could get used to seeing that on occasion
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Saludable84
Better Late Than Ugly
GettingKinky
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Soooo I tried a braidout which was my go to style on texlaxed hair and I don't like it. I'm not sure if it's because I didn't use enough product or of it's because most of my hair is natural. But it has no movement. When I turn my head my hair just stays stiff. I'll try again next weekend with more product and see if I like it better.
Is it possible to have bouncy natural hair? ( I know it's possible when it's straightened, but what about when it's not?)
ETA maybe the problem is that I washed with shampoo. Maybe my hair is too dry to be bouncy.
Is it possible to have bouncy natural hair? ( I know it's possible when it's straightened, but what about when it's not?)
ETA maybe the problem is that I washed with shampoo. Maybe my hair is too dry to be bouncy.
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flyygirlll2
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Lovely hair!
rileypak
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divachyk
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I'm out of state with my husband as he undergoes cancer treatment. (prayers are appreciated) We did not know anyone when we arrived but God has blessed us with the opportunity to connect with my cousin's in-laws. They have been so kind to us. When dh is released from the hospital and things settle down a bit, one of the ladies will be taking me to the hair salon. I'm pretty sure I will big chop. I was hoping my big chop would be more of a magical experience but that's not the case. Besides, hair is the least of my worry so I want to minimize my "need to do my hair" time as much as possible.
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Coilystep
@imperial_acquisitions
Keeping you and your husband in my prayers
rileypak
Wash Week™ Queen
@divachyk
I know it's hard for you and I can't begin to understand what you are going through. I am praying for you, your husband and your family. Sending healing, strength, prayer, power and support you way
VictoriousBrownFlower
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Yes it is possible to have bouncy natural hair. Mine is bouncy when done but only when set right. If I don't have enough product it's fluffy undefined and doesn't move like my defined hair.
Just keep trying and you'll find what works for your hair. I personally have to apply a nickle to quarter size of gel per section and comb it through before braiding. I use a regular comb instead of a wide tooth and never use a denman unless I want a ton of shrinkage.
It's also bouncy in a wash and go but once again I need a good amout of product.
GettingKinky
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VictoriousBrownFlower
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GettingKinky
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@BronxJazzy
Thanks! That's a lot is braids. I usually only do 2-4. Maybe I should try more now that my hair is natural.
Thanks! That's a lot is braids. I usually only do 2-4. Maybe I should try more now that my hair is natural.
VictoriousBrownFlower
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I most def needed more braids when natural as opposed to when relaxed. 2-4 wouldn't look as defined as I would like. Try more braids and putting a good amount of gel on each section. I'm almost pos your hair will be flowy and bouncy by doing that.
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