I’ve been stuck in the house for the last week because Mother Nature decided to dump over 60 inches of snow in front of my house. I promise I’m buying one of those “I survived Blizzard 2010″ which I know the stores will be selling when this mess is over! Since I was bored out of my mind… I did my first attempt at two strand twists on blown out hair last week. It took me a little over eight hours because I made them pretty small. I like the result and hope to keep them in for at least three weeks. The only hair product I used was Elasta QP’s Mango Butter and some coconut oil.
Don’t really have much to update. I successfully passed the 16 month of my transition. Wish I could say time flew, but it doesn’t really feel like it, lol. And I’m still holding on to my ultimate goal of three years. Shouts to all my long transitioners to natural hair out there!!!
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16 months…Wow! You are doing a great job.
How did you keep your twists (relaxed ends) from unraveling?
Mind sharing some tips on what helped you the most during your transition thus far? What keeps you sane when dealing with the 2 textures? Thank you in advance. Sorry to ask so many questions…I too hope to transition for 3 yrs:)
Hi Flour… And Thanks!!! Honestly, I don’t know, lol. I think the moisturizer(Elasta QP Mango Butter) I used plays a big part in keeping the twists unraveled. Or it may be that the hair was blown out. I’m just happy I finally found another style outside of flat twistouts and wigs that I can wear
My tips are:
1. Patience. Because doing a long transition to natural is not easy for most!
2. I try to limit the manipulation on my hair. (I very rarely use brushes or combs) And majority of the time my hair is in a protective style.
3. Finger Combing has become my best friend. I know it doesn’t work for everyone, but it has been a life saver for me!
4. Protect my ends by keeping them moisturized.
As far as keeping sane… There were and still are times when I get frustrated detangling or styling that I just want to cut it ALL my hair off. I just try to remind myself to pause and take a break. I straightened my hair recently and that helped pull me out of a severe hair funk. And when I feel the nerve to chop, I force myself to wait a full day before making a final decision or find a short wig to wear for a few days. Hope that helps
Girl you and me both! We were stuck in the house. We finally got out of house earlier today. Your twists are so cute!!
Thanks, KD. My street is still a complete mess so even though the cars have been dug out, I can’t move if I want to. I’ll just have to live vicariously thru you, lol.
This hair style is LOVELY!!! I think I’m going to try it on my hair.
Do you plan to BC?
Thanks LHDC! No, I will not be doing a big chop.
I don’t blame you…BCing is kinda scary if you ask me…but your hair looks great and you’re doing a great job at 16 months post!!!
I never thought to blow my hair out first. That might help me deal with the slippage…good idea. I will try that next time.
Congratulations on your transition. It’s really an achievement. I have had my locs for 19 years and wouldn’t trade them for anything. I am hoping that you and other sisters will share your transistion at your blog http://www.nationaliscoolenough.blogspot.com and win a free N.I.C.E. t-shirt. They are actually fabulous!
Your hair looks great!
This hair style is LOVELY!
I am gonna try it too
I love this hair style… although it takes a while it gives my hair a much needed break from daily styling …
Do you know how many twists you did? I tired this at 12 months and my twists were to big, I did about 50 of them, should I double this (divide each section in half next time).
Ok so for about an hour I’ve Bern reading your blog and it’s really inspiring me to do a longterm transition. Like you, I had long thick hair before a perm and now my hair is just at my shoulders. I’m determined to transition until my hair is at least a little past my shoulders or the same length it is now. I dnt want short curly hair lol I want long curly hair. I’m only 4 months in but I plan on going for two years.
Love peace and butterflies,
brie