Transitioning Hair

March 17, 2018

This was the day I got my last relaxer. That day, my hairdresser told me "Stop relaxing your hair." And I said okay, I will. I wish someone would have told me that transitioning for a long period is not for the weak. I had planned to transition for 2 years.

I didn't follow most of the rules that people recommend when transitioning:

- I sprayed hydrogen peroxide on my relaxed hair to ensure that I commit to transitioning.

- I flat ironed my hair a lot.

- I shampooed often.

- I waited a long time to cut all my relaxed ends.

* These practices can impede your progress.

Things that helped me:

- A hat!

- Braids, braids and more braids

- Braid outs

- Lots of CONDITIONER

- Denman brush

- Hair claw clips

Six months into transitioning I got a haircut.

September 29.2018

My reaction when I looked up at the mirror in the hairdresser's chair :

It was for the best - my hair was much easier to handle. These are the styles I did to maintain my hair:

October 10, 2018

November 24. 2018

January 17, 2019

March 4, 2019

March 26, 2019

December 26, 2019

I couldn't handle caring for two textures anymore. I also wanted to use less heat. So I finally cut my relaxed ends after transitioning for a year and a half!

October 11, 2019

What my hair looks like now:

July 15, 2020

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Recommendations:

• Don't skip deep conditioning

• Detangle gently before washing

• If you don't mind silicones purchase a big bottle of conditioner with a lot of slip

• Invest in a detangling brush

• Co-wash more often

• Wear protective styles

• Trim your hair consistently

• Cut your hair when you feel ready : )

• Use good quality shears if you cut your own hair

#1 Product that I found helpful:

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Coconut and Hibiscus Curl and Shine Conditioner