Anonymous1
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@Anonymous1 Hmm....you may need to chelate then. I usually use Redken Cleansing Cream. That's some good stuff.
That's the one i use. I will use it this weekend and see how it goes. thanks
Transitioning without BC'ing Support Thread
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That's the one i use. I will use it this weekend and see how it goes. thanks
NJoy
Here I grow again!
Ok, I'm officially committing to transitioning to natural. I'm 33 wks post texlax. I think I'm going to cut off my bonelaxed ends towards the end of this year and then, depending on how much natural hair I have, I'll BC in the Spring or Summer. *gulp*.
I BC'd a small section, making sure to cut down to the natural so that I can get an idea of texture. I measured that section and I have 7 inches. so, I figure I should have a nice amount by this Spring...hopefully.
Trying to do this thing HairCrush-style, wearing twists and twistouts.
Subbing.
I BC'd a small section, making sure to cut down to the natural so that I can get an idea of texture. I measured that section and I have 7 inches. so, I figure I should have a nice amount by this Spring...hopefully.
Trying to do this thing HairCrush-style, wearing twists and twistouts.
Subbing.
NikkiGirl
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Congrats on your decision NJoy
NJoy
Here I grow again!
Houston, we have a problem.
I was just talking about going natural with my husband and excitedly showed him some of HairCrush's pics and videos. Um, he was not impressed and told me her hair just looks nappy to him.
I'm like, "Huh?! Well you know I like BIG hair. You saw how I was rocking my Creta Girl wig". He sort of shrugged and didn't say anything.
What the?! Oh, I already see it's gonna be on up in here.
I was just talking about going natural with my husband and excitedly showed him some of HairCrush's pics and videos. Um, he was not impressed and told me her hair just looks nappy to him.
I'm like, "Huh?! Well you know I like BIG hair. You saw how I was rocking my Creta Girl wig". He sort of shrugged and didn't say anything.What the?! Oh, I already see it's gonna be on up in here.
jerseygurl
Not a new member
Hi ladies, just checking up on you. Welcome to the new transitioners
Cocoeuro
Active Member
Houston, we have a problem.
I was just talking about going natural with my husband and excitedly showed him some of HairCrush's pics and videos. Um, he was not impressed and told me her hair just looks nappy to him.
What the?! Oh, I already see it's gonna be on up in here.
nothing is wrong with being "nappy" her hair is beautiful.
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Hersheygurl
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Houston, we have a problem.
I was just talking about going natural with my husband and excitedly showed him some of HairCrush's pics and videos. Um, he was not impressed and told me her hair just looks nappy to him.
What the?! Oh, I already see it's gonna be on up in here.
I think it's good that you talked to your hubby and showed him pics of your natural hair goals. It at least shows him you value his opinion. If HairCrush didn't convince him, he may just be holding on to an image of you that he isn't ready to let go of yet. Some men get touchy when their woman starts veering too far away from the look they've grown accustomed to.
Luckily, my DH didn't have a problem with it, as he clearly understands our DD was the biggest reason for me wanting to transition. If he had a problem with my natural hair, and she sensed it, she may not like hers. So, now I just straighten for him if we have a date or special occasion.
I do wish you the best whatever you decide, and hope hubby gets on board with you.
WriterGirl
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The major thing that I love about the long-term transition is that I am now in control of my own hair.
I felt like a crack fiend going to get my hair retouched --- and I only went about every 14-16 weeks.
The final straw was when my stylist went MIA and I was going through relaxer withdrawal: "Oh noz! What iz I gonna do now?!!!"
None of that anymore. I'm my own woman now.
I felt like a crack fiend going to get my hair retouched --- and I only went about every 14-16 weeks.
The final straw was when my stylist went MIA and I was going through relaxer withdrawal: "Oh noz! What iz I gonna do now?!!!"
None of that anymore. I'm my own woman now.
I'll be 12 months post on the same day. I'm currently rocking some kinky twists until Feb 4th. I lost quite a bit of hair last month due to matting from senegelese twists. Trying my best to keep from pressing but now that I joined the crown and glory challenge I may keep pushing towards my goal of BC at 24 months post.
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Evallusion
LiloLombardi
8 weeks post today...
Its not really a product that helps detangle but a method. I dont try to detangle my hair unless it wet or damp. Dry hair detangling is a no no for me. Around 6 months tangling wasnt even an issue. If I do braid/twist outs or my roots revert while wearing it straight, I just coat my hair in conditioner like a relaxer before hopping in the shower. In the past before this transition, i used kinky curly knot today. That stuff melts tangles right away, but its been a while. I hope that helps.
Proudpiscean
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22 months post and still going strong....
Highly Favored8
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I will be 12 months post next week!
kittenz
Well-Known Member
Just wanted to encourage all the ladies transitioning. YOU CAN DO IT!! I hope you're all having fun styling and learning! I also wanted to thank all the people I got direct and indirect encouragement from (I can't remember everyone) but posting style, tips and product recs really helped me have a successful and EASY transition.
If any of you are struggling there is some much info here and on YT and SOOOO many helpful people. If you ask or do a lil searching I'm sure you'll be able to get over ANY difficulty.
KEEP IT UP!!
If any of you are struggling there is some much info here and on YT and SOOOO many helpful people. If you ask or do a lil searching I'm sure you'll be able to get over ANY difficulty.
KEEP IT UP!!
curlcomplexity
formerly qtslim83
kittenz
Thank you for this post...I was feeling very discouraged these past few days. I'm having the hardest time detangling and I just removed a sew-in. Also, the sulfate free shampoo I'm using is causing major buildup....my hair looks very dull and is 'sticky'
kittenz
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@qtslim83 Anytime. Have you tried ACV rinses or AVJ for detangling? The ACV worked well for me. Also how are you washing you hair? When I got further along I either washed my hair hanging down while in the shower (meaning I did NOT pile all my hair at the top of my head while lathering). I use my fingers to wash my scalp well and suds up my hair without changing its orientation. That way I wasn't causing more tangles. IF not that, I would wash in sections. I'd lightly detangle dry/damp hair and twist. In the shower take down each section, lather, rinse apply con re-twist. I would then rinse out all the con leaving the twist in.
I hope this helps a bit. BTW, the ACV rinse will eliminate the build-up too. If you need info on it either ask @Nonie or find her thread around here somewhere.
ETA: And get a new shampoo
. The one you have doesn't sound great. Sticky?! Maybe it's not mixing well with you other products. I like this one SF, hydrating and has ceramides (whatever they are)
I hope this helps a bit. BTW, the ACV rinse will eliminate the build-up too. If you need info on it either ask @Nonie or find her thread around here somewhere.
ETA: And get a new shampoo
. The one you have doesn't sound great. Sticky?! Maybe it's not mixing well with you other products. I like this one SF, hydrating and has ceramides (whatever they are)
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curlcomplexity
formerly qtslim83
@qtslim83 Anytime. Have you tried ACV rinses or AVJ for detangling? The ACV worked well for me. Also how are you washing you hair? When I got further along I either washed my hair hanging down while in the shower (meaning I did NOT pile all my hair at the top of my head while lathering). I use my fingers to wash my scalp well and suds up my hair without changing its orientation. That way I wasn't causing more tangles. IF not that, I would wash in sections. I'd lightly detangle dry/damp hair and twist. In the shower take down each section, lather, rinse apply con re-twist. I would then rinse out all the con leaving the twist in.
I hope this helps a bit. BTW, the ACV rinse will eliminate the build-up too. If you need info on it either ask @Nonie or find her thread around here somewhere.
ETA: And get a new shampoo
Even with the ACV rinse there was still buildup....I always wash my hair in 4 sections that I put in braids. I also made sure that my hair was detangled before I showered. This is the shampoo I used on my hair (I used castile soap to cleanse my scalp):
Nonie
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@qtslim83, I've never considered ACV rinses as a way to remove buildup. I use them to seal my hair after conditioning. I see people talking about ACV removing buildup but I've never really got that because most clarifying shampoos are very alkaline so I'd think that one would need an alkaline product not an acidic one to remove buildup. ACV may remove some kind of build up but perhaps when it comes to hair products, it has to be an alkaline that does this.
I don't know what shampoo you use (may I ask? ETA: I just saw you said it in your last post so never mind.), but Giovanni 50:50 is sulphate free and it is a clarifying shampoo. Some non-sulfate shampoos made my hair not only gunky but also hard and gave it a gray coating like sap.
I also have never let all the horror stories about sulfates discourage me from using SLS shampoos and I haven't suffered any mental damage from that--well, that might depend on whom you ask. 
I mix and match SLS and non-SLS and never have build-up. (I also don't use products so I guess that point is moot. LOL)
Anyway, so yes, if I can go for years using NO products and yet I use shampoo twice a week sometimes both times using SLS shampoos, there's no reason why you shouldn't especially if using products. If you really don't want to use sulfates, try Giovanni 50:50 Shampoo
ETA: There was once a discussion about how natural shampoos can give hair a gummy feeling. I found that with Aubrey Organics shampoos so that's why I'm not anal about not using SLS shampoos. They've always worked for me.
I don't know what shampoo you use (may I ask? ETA: I just saw you said it in your last post so never mind.), but Giovanni 50:50 is sulphate free and it is a clarifying shampoo. Some non-sulfate shampoos made my hair not only gunky but also hard and gave it a gray coating like sap.
I also have never let all the horror stories about sulfates discourage me from using SLS shampoos and I haven't suffered any mental damage from that--well, that might depend on whom you ask. I mix and match SLS and non-SLS and never have build-up. (I also don't use products so I guess that point is moot. LOL) Anyway, so yes, if I can go for years using NO products and yet I use shampoo twice a week sometimes both times using SLS shampoos, there's no reason why you shouldn't especially if using products. If you really don't want to use sulfates, try Giovanni 50:50 Shampoo
ETA: There was once a discussion about how natural shampoos can give hair a gummy feeling. I found that with Aubrey Organics shampoos so that's why I'm not anal about not using SLS shampoos. They've always worked for me.
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ojemba
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Hi ladies. Tomorrow I'll be 13 weeks post (3 months to be exact) I deep con on a twist out hair last night and co washed this morning. Detangling, shedding and course ng was overwhelming. I really want to do this but I'm realizing it's a lot of work and time to deal with my hair.
I've decided to wear it in a braid out until my next wash day.
I've been hiding from June 2010 and figure I need to start enjoying what I've grown. What's the use in long term transition if the hair is going to be hiding 100%. I have an appointment to get singles on the 28 so that should carry me for about 4-6 weeks.
I received my steamer in the mail today hopefully steaming helps soften up my ng.
I just wish I didn't shed so much. I've tried black tea and avj and dont see much of a difference. Maybe i should do a black tea rinse every wash day. I need to start back taking my garlic pills.
I've decided to wear it in a braid out until my next wash day.
I've been hiding from June 2010 and figure I need to start enjoying what I've grown. What's the use in long term transition if the hair is going to be hiding 100%. I have an appointment to get singles on the 28 so that should carry me for about 4-6 weeks.
I received my steamer in the mail today hopefully steaming helps soften up my ng.
I just wish I didn't shed so much. I've tried black tea and avj and dont see much of a difference. Maybe i should do a black tea rinse every wash day. I need to start back taking my garlic pills.
curlcomplexity
formerly qtslim83
@qtslim83, I've never considered ACV rinses as a way to remove buildup. I use them to seal my hair after conditioning. I see people talking about ACV removing buildup but I've never really got that because most clarifying shampoos are very alkaline so I'd think that one would need an alkaline product not an acidic one to remove buildup. ACV may remove some kind of build up but perhaps when it comes to hair products, it has to be an alkaline that does this.
I don't know what shampoo you use (may I ask? ETA: I just saw you said it in your last post so never mind.), but Giovanni 50:50 is sulphate free and it is a clarifying shampoo. Some non-sulfate shampoos made my hair not only gunky but also hard and gave it a gray coating like sap.
Anyway, so yes, if I can go for years using NO products and yet I use shampoo twice a week sometimes both times using SLS shampoos, there's no reason why you shouldn't especially if using products. If you really don't want to use sulfates, try Giovanni 50:50 Shampoo
ETA: There was once a discussion about how natural shampoos can give hair a gummy feeling. I found that with Aubrey Organics shampoos so that's why I'm not anal about not using SLS shampoos. They've always worked for me.
Thank you @Nonie! It looks like I have to learn to care for my hair all over again. I will definitely try either the Giovanni or go back to good old Creme of Nature
Come to think of it, I've never really had an issue with shampoos with SLS in them. If it ain't broke...
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AllAboutMoi
Active Member
I think I am ready to get rid of the last of my relaxed ends.
ojemba
Well-Known Member
Morning Ladies,
I think this thread, HYH 2012 and Crown and Glory 2012 will be my favorite and most active threads for 2012.
I trimed about 2 inches of my ends last night. It felt good. I'm no longer concerned with reaching MBL, WL ..... If I can transition and maintain a healthy Blunt BSB i'll be happy. Any more hair to deal with will just be a nightmare.
I figure I'll get a good trim every 3 months.
Have a Blessed Weekend All.
I think this thread, HYH 2012 and Crown and Glory 2012 will be my favorite and most active threads for 2012.
I trimed about 2 inches of my ends last night. It felt good. I'm no longer concerned with reaching MBL, WL ..... If I can transition and maintain a healthy Blunt BSB i'll be happy. Any more hair to deal with will just be a nightmare.
I figure I'll get a good trim every 3 months.
Have a Blessed Weekend All.
jayjaycurlz
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Checking in @ 121 weeks on a 156 week (or more?) transition. I haven't kept up with trimming in 2011 but I will dust my ends regularly in 2012! My next trim will be on Dec. 21st.
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