Any Natural Hair Groups???
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hey all..ive been natural for about 2 years now and yesterday i had my hair loc!!!..best decision I have made..no more wigs,perms etc:happy:0
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I had some loc extensions put in in March and just had them taken out 2 weeks ago. My hair is wonderful and I don't have to spend time worrying after my workouts or when I go to bed at night or when I get up in the mornings! I am so happy with my decision to have locs and I won't ever look back. I think of my new hairstyle as a part of my transformation from couch potato and dowdy to fit, healthy, and actively involved in life! 0 -
It's so good to see so many natural sistas on this site. My pic is old. I actually have locs now via loc extensions. I've been natural for over a year and love every minute of it.0
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My b/c was June 2009. I have not looked back. I absolutely, positively know it was the right decision for me. I do have naturally wavy hair, so I tend to do wash n go styles. I have so much versatility and I finally took swimming lessons last year! I can swim! I never wanted to swim because of my hair...I was not going to get my hair wet, while spending money at the beauty shop every week.
My journey continues as I am still working on length in my hair and reduction in my body.
Feel free to add me as a friend...I'm still kinda new to mfp :flowerforyou:0 -
Hey everyone! I'm new to MFP but I've been natural for 3yrs. I LOVE it. I still have some hair goals along with fitness goals. But I have been enjoying my journey at each stage.0
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I've been. Natural for about 12 yrs now. I usually just wear a close cut. I've had locs too. I'm growing it out right now though.0
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Hi..I've been natural for 12+ years now. Had locs for 10 years and cut them off (kicking myself for that one). Growing my hair back now. I tried twist extensions but due to surgery, I started losing some hair. So now I have to make sure I eat properly for my hair to grow back. I also take vitamins and supplements for my body and my hair. So to me, both natural hair care and healthy bodies go hand in hand.0
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Hey natural as of AUGUST 10TH 2012 I ALWAYS HAD BS LENGTH up until 2 years ago I was in my high school experimental days I bleached n dyed my hair at the same time gold (beyonce color) ever since my hair has been in SHOCK mode itll grow a lil past my shoulder n break especially the back which use to be the longest neways I alwayswanted to go natural this is the shortest my hair as ever been so it was the perfect timing i would stretch my relaxer out for months at a time then give in to a relaxer this time around wasnt planned I told my self I wanted to go natural but didn't actually think ill go my hair was in terrible shape so I went to the hairstore friday aug 10th n got a RELAXER my plan was to have my mom relax it n then go to the stylist n get a short style cut she was like this the perfect time to go natural I was like yeah so we went baq
To the hairstore n exchanged for a wig then I went to my aunt house n she cut me up I thought I was going to cry bcuz since I was in 5th grade up until my junior yr in hs my hair was looong but I took it like a g very spur of the moment I always said if I was to go natural it would be a long transition now thats the contrary im not confident to wear it out I only have 2months of natural new growth so im rocking a wig soon ill get plats im going to do protecting styling for a year any tips products u use I leave ins deep conditions oils thanks im going to tie this n with my wl journey as well!!!!0 -
I must admit it feels good I feel brand new like dead weight was lifted off me I was in a terrible relationship with my kids father for 6 yrs n the last four was very stressful i needed this look forward to the journey that lies ahead wth everything0
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Hi Ladies! I have been natural for 9 years. I LOVE IT! I will never go back to putting chemicals in my hair. I use all natural products like olive oil, shea butter, argan oil and whatever else my hair needs to stay healthy. My hair regimen changes with the seasons. Feel free to add me!!0
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Natural since October 2010 here
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JustMenMyHair ;o) In the process of shedding 85 lbs & getting back to a healthily & more active me!
Add me if you like. I would like to be an additional sorce of support, motivation & encouragement.
*I am enjoying my Sisterlocks now for my 5th year!!!0 -
Natural since May 2011, last relaxer March 2010 here! My natural hair journey started before my weight loss journey, but as I set new goals for one, I do the same for the other. Feel free to add me!0
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I've been natural since February of this year. I transitioned for 23 months and my hair journey is separate from my weight loss journey.0
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Hi there! New to the group!! Yes ma'am I am natural over here and have been since 2003. I wear Sisterlocks and am also a Sisterlock consultant. For those of you unfamiliar check out my website knottygirlbynature.com0
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Natural since October 2010! Love it!0
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Been on my natural hair journey 15 months. I have been using MFP for 7 months. It's still difficult for me to manage my hair with regular work-outs. I am using protective styles mostly to keep my hair looking presentable.0
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i started growing my hair natural since i started this transition0
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I did the BC in 7/2012 and probably won't turn back. It makes working out so much easier and with a child I have zero time to fool with hair in the mornings!0
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Im natural and its wonderfull how you dont have to worry about your hair sweating out during exercise. I'd love to have a few naturalista friends to chit chat with on my loooonnnnggg journey to lose 100lbs... Add me if like...0
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I don't want to do the bc so I'm transitioning. I am 7 months post relaxer.0
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I am natural, did the BC about a year and half ago and wore weaves the entire time. I just decided to give the weaves up for a while and rock my nappy bush. I am putting box braids in tomorrow though as a protective style....I probably wear braids till my birthday in February!!!!
Feels good being a natural beauty dont it ladies!!!0 -
I've been loc'd for since 1992. Then had to cut my hair for surgery in 2006(infected with chicken poxs at 33-almost died but blessed be!! Survived it!!) then starting regrowing in 2006-07 while recovering. Stlll loc'd in 2012. Tried many of the so called natural & really 'you have to hand churn the butter?' natural products. And since I have a sensitive scalp, I can say with all honesty, not everything works on every body. For me, working out with locs used to be annoying (locs in the eyes, trapping myself to the weight bench) but I learned so up do & super strong ponytail holders that keep me from taking out my eye, lol!!
I don't know if there's any natural hair groups on MFP but there is, please let me know or add me. Thanks!!0 -
I've rocked my natural hair since 1986...whew that's a long time. Loc'd when I got pregnant with my now 13 year old son. Lately my stylist and I have been experimenting with cutting it shorter and shorter and I LOVE IT!....Got tired of the whole locs to the butt experience. Now everything including running and swimming is so much easier without the weight of the hair.0
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I've been natural for almost 6 years now and have no plans on relaxing it EVER again. I'm currently interested in dying my hair (red? blue? purple?).
Advice for anyone starting the "natural hair journey?"
- Keep it simple! trust me, the last thing your hair needs is more complications. Keep the main thing the main thing: Water, Oil, Cheap conditioner, and leave in conditioner. Skip the grease.
- YouTube is your best friend
- Avoid heat. Limit hair-straightening to 4 times a year. Trust me, in time you'll end up missing your natural hair after two days of having it straight.
- Keep your ends on point! Don't be so concerned about growing long hair that you hoard the split ends as well. There's nothing more unattractive than a head full of dead hair. Trim once every 3-4 months.
- Always wrap your hair with a silk scarf (or satin) before going to bed. Even if your hair is not set or styled; this will save you a lot of frizz and damage in the long run.
Product Recommendations:
Cantu Shea Butter Leave-in Conditioner (MUST GET!!!)
Pantene Relaxed & Naturals Moisturizing Cream (great for the cold seasons)
Lorea'l Sulfate-Free Shampoo
Redken Smooth Down Serum (for heat styling)
Best of Luck Naturalistas!0 -
There's a fitness and black hair group here http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/912-black-hair-and-fitness It's not very active, but I think we can fix that!
I've been natural since 2003 and flat ironed for the first time this summer. Scared the crap out of me to actually SEE how long it's gotten!! (my pic doesn't show but it's down my back) I've since gone back to protective styles that I don't have to mess with too often (braids, twists, etc.) cuz I'm lazy like that lol!0 -
Hi Everyone, I BC my hair last year and it released me from a lot of stress. I'm able to work out without worrying about hair related issues. Before the chop, not sweating out my hair was one of my weak excuses for not working out much. Now, I can do what I want. So, I just wanted to say hello to you and wish everyone the best! :flowerforyou:0
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NATURAL almost 2 years Labor Day. Still can't adjust to my hair being so freakin dry... I got some thirsty hair boy...0
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I have been relaxer free for almost 10 months now actually tomorrow will be my 10 month point!!! and i did my BC almost 4 months ago July 17th!!! and yes i love the frredom now of working out and not worrying about how my hair will look. I love my hair, so yes if there is a group let me know, and anyone can add me if they like!!0
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I have been natural for 6 years now, had a set back with my hair and some breakage last year but still going strong!0
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