teachermrw

The Big Chop was performed on 1/15/2011. I received a nice cut, and am really liking my new 'do. Many have given me nice compliments.

Why? I thought that perhaps I could be a long-term transitioner. But, it was not meant to be. I arrived at an epiphany about two weeks ago, coupled with a very informative Felicia Leatherwood webinar in which I participated on 1/9/2011, which motivated my decision. Honestly, I do not miss the relaxed hair. Managing the two textures had reached its breaking point - pun intended. LOL!

Anyway, I am now fully and completely NATURAL!!!

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The Big Chop performed on 1/15/2011!!!

Boyhead

Congrats!

teachermrw

Thank you! And, welcome to the forum.

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The Big Chop performed on 1/15/2011!!!

AfroBaby

Congratulations! How long did you end up transitioning for and how long is your hair now?

I thought I would transition for a year, but I think I'm going to do my big chop in March. Very excited, but also nervous!

Way to go!

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BC'd March 2, 2011
Last relaxer June 10, 2010
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Longterm Goal = Healthy CBL unstretched

Preylyu

We Big Chopped On The Same Day! Im So Nervous....Really Have To Start Takin Care Of It And Gettn Into A Routine....Good Luck To U

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virgo76

Congrats!!!

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Transitioned 26 months - BC - 12/5/2010
Current - SL ; CBL stretched
Goal - HL curly

Pre-poo - HV Vatika Frosting
Wash - HV Amala Cream Rinse or SheScentIt (SSI) Jojoba Hemp Conditioning Shampoo (to clarify)
Leave-in - SSI Coco Creme Leave-In/Green Grape then seal with HV Cocasta Shikakai Oil or Komaza Coconut Curl Spray plus Coconut Curl Hair Lotion
DC - SSI Banana Brulee
Edges/twist outs - KCCC/Komaza Coconut Curly Pudding/Curl Gel-les`c

Still sampling...just the PJ in me

teachermrw

Thank you.

I received my last relaxer touch-up on 1 May 2010. So, about nine and a half months. My hair is about 4 inches except for the top, which is two inches.

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Your hair is your most important accessory.
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The Big Chop performed on 1/15/2011!!!

teachermrw

Thank you to everyone for the well wishes.

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Your hair is your most important accessory.
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The Big Chop performed on 1/15/2011!!!

teachermrw

Well, then, there's good karma between us.

Getting myself into a good routine is perhaps my biggest challenge right now. I've been trying out different techniques and products to see what works best for my hair. Keeping it well-moisturized is what it seems to require right now. But, I am excited about getting to know this new hair.

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Your hair is your most important accessory.
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The Big Chop performed on 1/15/2011!!!