My transition

My transition was very short term. My last relaxer was in late April '08, and then I did my big chop in June. I had about 1/2 inch or so of new growth. My transition was so short because I had tried to do a long transition in 2006 and I had a difficult time dealing with the two textures after 3 months which lead me to relax instead of following through. I knew that if I went all out with an early BC, then there would be no turning back. Also, this time I did better research to prepare myself for what to do and expect with natural hair, and I was finally ready to let go of my relaxed ends which had lost their value to me.

Often women opt to do a long term transition so they do not have to go through a short hair phase.

Natural Reflections!!

Hey, ya'll! As of today, I have been fully natural for 6 whole months! Started out with my 1/2 inch TWA, and through trial and error, I found out what routine and products my hair likes the best. I had to get used to having super short hair after having long hair all of my life. I got used to having nappy hair in a society where most others are trying to have straight hair.

In future posts, I will talk about the following:

1. Why I went natural
2. Things to consider before going natural/What to expect
3. Different ways to transition
4. How to maintain healthy hair
5. Product reviews/recommendations
6. My routine
7. Styles
8. Promoting healthy growth

and more!

This blog is for anyone who is natural or who is considering switching over.

Please visit my album fotki album (http://public.fotki.com/NaturalBeauty247/) to see my monthly styles and progress!!