You’ve thought about it and you are either about to do it or you are right in the middle of it. You are going natural! You've wondered if you have the right hair, face and forehead to do it, but we are sure you have what it takes because it's your natural hair so it belongs with that face of yours!
 

The Big Chop or Relaxer Grow Out?

     If you are dramatic, daring and ready for an immediate change, go for the The Big Chop (TBC) and chop of the relaxer. But if you are married to the length of your relaxed hair, then you will need to try hairstyles that suit your relaxed hair and your natural hair. But be forewarned. In all of its kinky curliness, as strong as our hair appears to be, it’s very fragile. More than likely your hair will break at the point where the permed hair joins the natural hair.  

     Be kind and gentle to your hair and get rid of those harsh tools in your cabinet! Combs, brushes, ponytail holders. Yikes! Curl Prep’s Pre-Wash Curl Definer Curl Prep is an excellent product that can be used to minimize breakage during this phase.  By moisturizing and softening the hair, Curl Prep makes the transition from permed hair to natural much simpler.

Styling Options

The Big Chop- It’s sharp, it’s sassy, it's a done deal! Show the world your face with grace and chop it all off. Everyone including you will be over the shock after a few minutes.

Flat Twists- Hair is twisted in flat pattern. From far away, these twists look like braids but unlike braids they do no hold up well in water. Make sure to wrap your hair at night with this style.

Comb Coils /Twists - Great for short hair. With patience, you can part your hair into small sections and use gentle styling gel to twist hair on a comb or use your finger and take some Curl Prep Wicked Twist It to twist hair in coils. Take it out before it locks!

Braids/Twists - Braid or twist your hair and it will be left alone to grow. Do keep your hair moisturized and your scalp clean or you will damage your hair. Ouch! If it’s too tight, it’s not right. Tell your beautician to go easy. You’re paying for it.

Weave/Natural Look Weave - If properly taken care of, a weave will allow your hair to grow! If you want to get into the groove of a natural look, try natural hair weave. From twists to twist out looking hair, there are many kinky styling options.

SisterlocksTM - Sisterlocks can be started with permed or unpermed hair and are permanent. The strands of locked hair look like dread locks but are the size of micro braids. While a lot of scalp can be seen upon first loc, over time it will gradually be covered. Visit here for more information.

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Wash and Go - That’s right. This will only work on all natural hair. After you wash and properly condition your hair DO NOT TOWEL DRY. This will disturb your natural curl pattern. While the hair is drenched add a humectant like vegetable glycerin. Just use a small amount as too much glycerin can be heavy and will appear greasy. Let your hair air dry and work with fingers. Re-moisten the hair in the morning to play with and form the curl you want.



Rod Set- A rod set will allow the new grown to blend more readily with your relaxed hair and you won't have to do much styling to your hair. This ie especially important because your hair is extremely fragile during the transition period.































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