It’s been 18 months since I cut off all of my hair after transitioning for 7 months. I remember that day like it was yesterday. I was so excited! And when it was all over with I was happy with the results and wondered why I’d waited so long to do it. The other day a young lady at the store was asking me about my hair. She had hers hidden underneath a wig and was scared to do the big chop. I encouraged her to do so. She has such a pretty face and small (er than mine) head, I told her to go for it.
Although I loooooved my short hair, I have enjoyed watching my hair transform over the last 18 months. Big and wild suits my personality, and of course I love having color. Never mind that my gray hairs were peeking out and coloring my hair was a necessity.
As you know, I am a wash and go girl. I’m not about that braid-out or twist-out life. It takes way too much time and the end result always, always looks ridiculous.
I have a few products that I love and tend to use every day. I co-wash nearly every morning with Suave Almond + Shea Butter Conditioner. Yes, I love more expensive conditioners, but I go through a big bottle about every 7-10 days. I detangle in the shower and then put my very favorite Original Moxie Shape Shifter throughout my hair to define my natural curls. Did you know that I am a sales consultant for Original Moxie? It’s something I got into earlier this year. I love being able to sell the products that truly work the best for me.
After I put in the Shape Shifter, I usually seal my hair with a little grapeseed oil or some other type of moisturizer. If it’s warm outside or I have nowhere to go, I let my hair air dry. If it’s a workday then I sit under my trusty hooded dryer for about 10 minutes. Although I have a ridiculous amount of thick hair, 10 minutes is plenty of time to take out the majority of the moisture so I can go about my business.
At night I sleep on a satin pillowcase. I usually pull my hair into a ponytail, but not always. I pride myself on keeping a pretty simple hair routine. I don’t have the patience to do much else!
That’s pretty much it for the last 18 months. I’ve had my hair trimmed once, otherwise I’ve been taking care of my hair myself. I’m looking forward to seeing how my hair transforms over the next 18 months. That will put me close to my 40th birthday. By then I’ll either be madly in love with my lioness mane, or completely ready to chop it all off again!
For some reason, whenever I try to leave a comment on 1378, it says page not found. But I wanted to say I just opened an USAA account online for specifically for the 52 week challenge. You can ask for a ATM card or not. I chose not.
Your hair looks great!
Hmmmm. I edited the post and reposted. It should be working now. Thanks for letting me know!
I love the curls and the color. How curly is your natural hair?
Your hair is so healthy and beautiful! So cliche, but it grew like weeds! I can’t wait to see my hair after the year mark.
I told you on Twitter but I’ve discovered that I too am a wash-n-go’er. My hair responds much better than twisting but I still do Bantu knots when I have time (read bored). I also have a love affair with my drawstring ponytail. I’ll slap that thing up there in a minute. I’ve been using the same Suave conditioner. You can’t beat the size and price. I can’t deal with pulling out the hooded dryer so I just use the handheld. It works quick since my hair’s texture is very fine.
Benefit of living alone- my dryer is always sitting out and set up in my bedroom!
Your hair is gorgeous!
Happy New Year!!
I need to consult with you on natural hair care products. I love the healthiness of my hair since I’ve been trasitioning, but unfortunately I’m not a wash and go girl, or at least nothing has worked thus far, so I need to talk to an expert. That would be you.
Should be easy since we are friends IRL and live down the street from each other!
I love your hair so, so much.
Love your hair! Your hair routine is encouraging. The craziness some ppl go through discourages me as I transition. I was eyeing the relaxer under my sink the other day…lmao.
Back away from the creamy crack, pookie!
HA HA HA HA!
I Love your hair! So healthy and your color looks great!
Love your hair.