SA Goddess:

YEP, soon migrating from brush to comb 

I am definitely going to start co washing then, thanks for the tip  I can imagine it being soft and moisturised nicely. . . . . . how often do you wash your hair then? 

I try to co-wash my hair 3 times a week but most times I end up co-washing it twice a week. I shampoo my hair once a month.

@Inked I just modified my message. What do you mean by no-poo. Read my modified message and if doesn't answer your question then ask again.

Inked_Nerd:


Ok, it clarified my question. No poo as in no shampoo.

Ah!

I have been natural for about five years. When I was transitioning I braided my hair until all the relaxer came out. It has been nothing but trails and tribulations. My hair is shoulder length and very coarse and curly. So coarse and curly that when I wash it shrinks half its length. On the other hand, i would say my hair is a lot healthier but i just don't know what to do with. I am also the kind of person that doesn't like to do hair. I wish my hair was effortless. Tried twisting it but doesn't fit my face. When I unravel it it was so beautiful, but the style only lasted a day. So the only styles options I have is braiding. I occasionally press it to straighten it but bc heat and humidity the style doesn't last long. I recently had my first sew-in, love it. It gave my hair a chance to rest and think it will be my new choice of hair style. As far as cutting my hair, I don't think so. You got to have the face to rock a very short cut and i just don't have it.

I did my BC 7 months ago (I cut off all my hair! no transition), I guess I kinda looked like a boy for a while 
Well, apart from my mum asking when I'm gonna get my hair "done" everytime she sees me, I'm loving my hair. It has been growing pretty good can't stop touching it. I'm currently rocking a twist-out frohawk, my signature style.

PS: Youtube helps alot!

Bella87:

I did my BC 7 months ago (I cut off all my hair! no transition), I guess I kinda looked like a boy for a while
Well, apart from my mum asking when I'm gonna get my hair "done" everytime she sees me, I'm loving my hair. It has been growing pretty good can't stop touching it. I'm currently rocking a twist-out frohawk, my signature style.

PS: Youtube helps alot!

Our mothers just don't get it, mine said I should grow my hair as I looked like my father hello, he is MY father. .

Rock on girl, I am loving not having to put chemicals in my hair, my sculp is clean and fresh at all times!

lol, yeah they need to start seeing things more clearly

Me too! my scalp is so clean and fresh now, I used to have dandruff problem but ever since I went natural it's been history, I'm sure the fact that I now use only natural products helped alot.

I also had a dandruff problem and no amount of treatment would help the situation and now my sculp is clean, those relaxers/chemicals are bad for real.

I just need some inspiration to get through this not so nice stage of my journey, I am beginning to look like a village girl, hair not long enough for plaiting/braiding and not short enough to look cute I use the scrubbing brush to "comb" it but even that is not going according to plan, it's better on weekends because I don't have to comb but can do rough and still look good! Can't wait to get past this stage but I will be patient!

aww the TWA stage, my hair was wayyy easier to take care of at that stage but didn't have much styling options . . . Now as for u "thinking" u look like a village girl (lol I went through that), lipgloss & medium to large earrings (and other accesories) should be your best friends, trust me !!

My studs are not helping the situation either but I will look into investing in more girly earrings, got gloss so will make sure I look cute. . . . . .I also had an aha moment earlier, I can invest in head scarves also I got one already and these are going to be my best buddies from now until my hair is at a decent length to play with.

Bella87:

lol, yeah they need to start seeing things more clearly

Me too! my scalp is so clean and fresh now, I used to have dandruff problem but ever since I went natural it's been history, I'm sure the fact that I now use only natural products helped a lot.

I'm curious,what natural products?

SA Goddess:

I also had a dandruff problem and no amount of treatment would help the situation and now my sculp is clean, those relaxers/chemicals are bad for real.

I just need some inspiration to get through this not so nice stage of my journey, I am beginning to look like a village girl, hair not long enough for plaiting/braiding and not short enough to look cute I use the scrubbing brush to "comb" it but even that is not going according to plan, it's better on weekends because I don't have to comb but can do rough and still look good! Can't wait to get past this stage but I will be patient!

You're funny. Try to enjoy this stage cos when the hair gets longer,you'll remember this stage wistfully. I'm loving every part of my hair growth. I just ignore the stares and move on.

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Ejadamen:

I'm curious,what natural products?
You're funny. Try to enjoy this stage cos when the hair gets longer,you'll remember this stage wistfully. I'm loving every part of my hair growth. I just ignore the stares and move on.

My only problem is when coming to work, I just can't get the style right for some reason but otherwise I am good.

I am sure I am going to have many happy days with my hair but girl allow me to vent from time to time, it's not all smooth-sailing, this is new to me so I am sure you will understand why I get frustrated at times, but I appreciate that there are people walking me through this journey, it will definitely make it easier!

Inked_Nerd:


Hmmm, what style are you going for?

LOL, that is the problem Nerd, I just brush it and end up looking like I just got off the bus from my village somehow it just doesn't look right but soon this stage will be a thing of the past. . . . . .weekends are easy as I just apply moisturiser and wear it stylishly rough and off I go. . . . . . . .

I'm seriously thinkin of cutting my hair and goin low my fear is that my hair is scanty and i fear cutting it will make me look very small since i have a baby face. But i knw this is something i must do given the fact that my hair is damaged and needs to rest. I'm still thinking about it while i cover my hair with weavons.

Inked_Nerd:


Awww, don't be scared. Here, check out this video on Youtube>>> http://www.youtube.com/user/Nikkimae2003?feature=chclk#p/search/7/CwIHTBtBrro & http://www.youtube.com/user/bambiix2#p/search/0/rLF1jWSDEtw. It might give you a boost in terms of how you feel about cutting your hair. I was supposed to cut my hair this weekend but there was a change in plans. The only thing that seems to worry me at this point is the this winter cold and having short hair. I know imma rock it anyway but this weather is setting worse and worse by the day. Anyway way, check out the videos I posted, they're really helpful. I actually saw one of the girls [second video] in the video here in New York, I was to shy to say 'hi' to her though . She just moved to New York not to long ago.

The girl in the second video looks really great. Do you know what she said she put on her hair?

Inked_Nerd:


Lmaaaaaaoooooo @ village part . I bet all the village girls who are steppin' off buses must be mad at you right now. Have you considered making your own or using hair gel to help style your hair?

But they will know what I am talking about, the village look is distinct

I have not considered making my own hair products YET, but am interested to know how I can make my own styling gel!

I will check out the vedio link, a bit hectic at the office today!

Inked_Nerd:


She was putting henna in her hair. Omgggggggg, I love that Nneka song in Bambii2x's BC video.

Oh that's why it looks glossy. Thanks

^^
It's good.
I use yellow Shea butter to bath with (second wash) it very moisturizing. I cant use it in my hair, it's too heavy.

madlady:

^^
It's good.
I use yellow Shea butter to bath with (second wash) it very moisturizing. I cant use it in my hair, it's too heavy.

How do you use shea butter to bathe

I use Shea Butter Rose and Rosemary wash. A few pics of the products.

madlady, that means it comes as a soap? Pics weren't so clear to me. Shea butter is very good for hair. I love it! Only a small quantity is needed,a teeny bit. Anything more and it's heavy.

Yes they are bad, I tried to save money by buying a cheap one, bad move.

The Shea Butter comes in tubs, I then add herbs or scent to it ,the lady I bought it from taught me how to do it.

You can use it for your hair but, it makes my hair stick to my head.