Carnisha’s back by popular demand, dishing on her BC and current routine!
On her hair routine…
I wash once a week with Kinky Curly Come Clean (love it),detangle with HE Totally Twisted, Deep Condish under dryer with Mixed Chicks Deep Conditioner (leaves my hair really soft), I apply olive oil and shea butter, let my hair dry about 60 percent to do medium sized twists for a soft defined twist out.
I wash once a week with Kinky Curly Come Clean (love it),detangle with HE Totally Twisted, Deep Condish under dryer with Mixed Chicks Deep Conditioner (leaves my hair really soft), I apply olive oil and shea butter, let my hair dry about 60 percent to do medium sized twists for a soft defined twist out.
My hair likes shampoo so I use Kinky Curly Come Clean Shampoo, occasional co-wash with HE Totally Twisted, Detangler/Leave in HE Totally Twisted or Repure Organics (Red Bottle), Moisturize with Olive Oil and Coconut Oil, Set twists with Shealoe butter or a little Mizani Butter Rich Creme. That’s about it.
Advice for transitioners…
My advice to those afraid to do the BC…Just take the leap!! I am sooo glad I did. I did not realize how much I was “hiding” behind my hair until I cut it off. I felt very nervous about going in public initially, but by day 3 I was loving it and feeling very confident. I did not transition because I knew I would punk out down the line and go back to the relaxers. I really had to take that leap and JUST DO IT. My husband was a great support and encourager (he actually cut my hair for me!), and here I am a year later!! Natural and loving it.
Original Post 10/23/10
Check out the massive growth Carnisha retained in just one year:
Carnisha writes:
Hi Nikki,
On 9/25/2010, I reached my 1 year natural anniversary and I was so excited! I’d like to share some pics of my journey in hopes that it will inspire others. The pics are of my BC, 10 months post, and 1 year later 🙂
Your site is fabulous, and has been such a great help!! Keep it up lady!
It's beautiful! I am scheduled for an appointment at 2pm tomorrow for my BC. I'm a little nervous because I've only let my hair grow out for 2 months, but I'm okay with a short 'do. I did it before in college and loved it. I'm praying that I don't get creamy crack withdrawals and make this my permanent transition to natural. I'm so glad I found this site!
YOU GO, GIRL! (Yes, I still watch 'Martin' LOL.)
Woooow! Congratulations!
Thanks ladies for all the support!! To all of you who recently did the BC, CONGRATS!!! To those of you still transitioning, keep up the good work!! It is truly a journey but soooo worth it! 🙂
I am so with you on taking the leap. I just recently BC'd on 10.22.10. I was not mentally ready for this leap but I am sooooooooooo glad I did. This will be my second time doing the BC, my first BC was 11.7.2007. and I am finding that I am loving it the second time around. My hair is healthy and stronger than ever. I am committed to staying natural.
loving~me~natural 2010
Absolutely Gorgeous! Inspiration at its best.
Your hair is beautiful!!!
Carnisha?!!!WHAT'S YOUR SECRET??!!! what products do you use, what is your diet and whatis your routine???do tell!THANKS!
Massive, gorgeous growth after a year! Congrats on your progress.
Thanks for sharing your progress!!! I am 3 months post-BC and I can't wait until I reach my 1 year mark!
GROW girl!!!
This is truly an inspiration! Thanks for sharing!! 🙂
love your hair and you are so pretty
great progress!
LOVELY!
So pretty! (You and your hair!)
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Amazing growth, beautiful hair!!! Keep doing what you are doing…. I BC after 8 months of transitioning. I'm almost 3 months post BC. I'm looking forward to my 1 year anniversary.
Wow that is definitely inspiration!!!!!! I big chopped after about 9, 10 months. Been natural almost 4 months… I am loving MY journey as well as others!!! Love curlynikki and being natural… Lovely growth and it looks thick and healthy…
holy cow! i wish my hair grew that fast!! lol your hair is beautiful carnisha! congrats on 1 year natural!
I just love the support this site gives! I am 2 months into my natural hair journey, and everyday I wake up praying that some new kinky curls have sprouted underneath my satin cap! LOL!
Way to go lady! Awesome growth! Share your routine with us!!!!
Carnisha, you've done a great job! Keep it up.
Bobbie
Carnisha you hair looks wonderful. Inspiration indeed!!!!!
your hair is soooo cute!
Thanks Carnisha for sharing your journey! I'm on my way to do my BC 😉
Wow! Truly an inspiration! Hope to have the same length went I hit the one year mark. I would like to know your regimen and especially how you dealt with the knots – I have a TWA (2 inches) and already having to deal with knots!
Carnisha– your hair looks amazing! It's definitely an inspiration. What's your routine? What do you think helped you get from your BC to the 1-year mark?
I transitioned for about 7 or 8 months before the two textures drove me mad. I chopped all the relaxer off, and now I'm just riding the ride. Good luck with everything!
lots of pretty hair!! wow, it grew so fast
Vonnie
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