3 months progress...

[polette]

I am jumping the gun a little bit, but I know in a couple weeks I am going to be really busy, and I just couldn't wait :D

So, on the 25th, it will be my 3 month anniversary of my first self trim due to LHC. Since joining, these are some major changes in my routine, and also things I just never thought of or knew about:

1. CWC - Never thought to put conditioner on my ends before I shampooed. My hair feels pretty thankful for that!

2. Rinsing with a vinegar dilution. I love what this does for my hair, and after trying ACV and white vinegar, I settled on a mixture of the two, and I use it almost every
time I wash.

3. Using aloe gel and oil on my hair. I do not need a leave in, because I mixed my own with the two and pretty much couldn't live with out it.


I also found a couple techniques that I haven't quite gotten to work for me yet, but love trying. I love the Reviews section (which I just found last week ;)) and bought myself some reconstructor with it, and am very happy with.


So thank you all for all the tips and suggestions, and all the stories of your own journeys.

[polette]

Oh, and with out further ado, my progress:

This was right after my first self trim:
January 24th:

http://forums.longhaircommunity.com/picture.php?albumid=7179&pictureid=94754

This was this morning:
April 7th:

http://i920.photobucket.com/albums/ad48/polette_photo/photo9.jpg

Also a profile (where you can see my preggo belly :)) I would like to add that my hair isn't quite this strawberry looking in normal conditions...

http://i920.photobucket.com/albums/ad48/polette_photo/photo11-1.jpg

[CarpeDM]

WOW what great results! Your hair looks so much softer, shinier and healthier, great work!

[polette]

Thank you!! This is the first time in my life I really enjoy and am proud of my natural hair. When I dyed it red, I loved the way it looked, and it suited me, but I am glad to have my natural color and don't plan on changing it! It is really hard to resist though, I keep having to talk myself out of henna :eyebrows:

[BrightEyes]

Wow!!! What a difference three months can make. Your hair is so pretty! I love the waves and the color is gorgeous.

I've been trying so hard to be good to my hair (no heat, no bleach, etc). I hate to admit how hard it is to walk away from the flat iron:rolleyes:. Seeing pictures like yours is so motivating. Thanks for sharing!!!

[polette]

I have been so impressed with the support on this site, and the results I have gotten already. I can't stop touching my hair!
I will say I never really use heat, just because I can't be bothered, and I loose all volume when I straighten, so mainly, my results are from how I wash, and the aloe/oil mix.

Oh, and I only use a comb, which I NEVER used, didn't even own, before LHC.

[Fufu]

oh whoa, your hair looks so much difference. SO MUCH more beautiful :)

[schweedie]

Wow, such a difference from January to now! Your hair looks so soft and smooth and shiny. :D Gorgeous.

[bella77]

your hair looks soft and shiny!!! GReat growing. Congrats on the baby too, such a cute belly!!!

[polette]

Thank you all for the wonderful comments. When I joined I never thought I would have hair that would look at all close to the health I have seen on here, but I am loving the new behavior my hair has!

I also measured it today, it is now at 24 inches, which is two inches of growth since my self trim :D

Thank you, my belly is going past the cute stage though, the babe is taking over!!

[Kisa]

You got some really pretty hair! The color, the shine, the softness... Good work!

[cottage46]

Beautiful soft, silky hair! It's a lovely color too.

[CarpeDM]

Thank you!! This is the first time in my life I really enjoy and am proud of my natural hair. When I dyed it red, I loved the way it looked, and it suited me, but I am glad to have my natural color and don't plan on changing it! It is really hard to resist though, I keep having to talk myself out of henna :eyebrows:

Your natural color is so pretty!!

[Rocket22]

Looking great! and wow that is some great growth too!

[McFearless]

Your hair looks beautiful. I love the texture and uniform waves.

[Maelyssa]

Oh, and with out further ado, my progress:

This was right after my first self trim:
January 24th:

http://forums.longhaircommunity.com/picture.php?albumid=7179&pictureid=94754

This was this morning:
April 7th:

http://i920.photobucket.com/albums/ad48/polette_photo/photo9.jpg

Also a profile (where you can see my preggo belly :)) I would like to add that my hair isn't quite this strawberry looking in normal conditions...

http://i920.photobucket.com/albums/ad48/polette_photo/photo11-1.jpg



What a stunning difference in your hair! You should be very proud of yourself. Your hair looks so soft & silky. The curls are just perfect & the shine is wonderful. Wow!

[PiroskaCicu]

Wow, congrats! That's only 3 months and what lovely progress already. Your hair is looking very healthy and beautiful :) Love the waves.

[Qadupae]

I know I'm just echoing, but holy crap! Your hair looks awesome ^_^ Looks like all the changes have done wonders for your hair style and growth. Can't wait to see pics once you hit 6 months ^_^

[Dragon]

Great progress. Your hair looks shinier and softer. I like your natural colour.

[Marjolein]

Wow! You should be the poster girl for LHC :D What a difference in only a few months!!

Congrats on and lots of luck with your pregnancy!!

[polette]

Thank you all for your sweet comments! It makes it worth it. I haven't had any real comments about the change, but I sure can feel the difference! I really can't stop touching it. I still wish I hadn't had to trim off the four inches at the beginning, but it really looks way better.

I really owe my success to everyone else who has posted their pictures and routines, I have taken a little from here and there, and am so grateful to all of you. I used to try all the gimicky shampoo and still HATED the condition and texture of my hair, and gave up, figuring I was doomed genetically with horrible texture... I still have days that I feel that way, but I enjoy my hair, and my routines.

Thank you again :D

[polette]

Congrats on and lots of luck with your pregnancy

Thank you very much. I really REALLY hope that my hair doesn't go to crap after the baby is born, I had a little shedding with my first but nothing horrible, so I hope that stays true this time. Only 6 more weeks to go, then I will have my answer!