I haven't been on here as much as I should but please believe I have so much to share. So here goes...
Ok so I've been growing my hair out for the second time in 3 years. The first time was because I was fresh out of a relationship and I wanted to rid myself of the past so I cut my blond tresses which I did successfully. But then I decided I wanted to wear my hair and after 6 years of being without a relaxer I put on in and regretted the decision instantly! My hair is full but thin so the relaxer made my hair even finer and it look thin and lifeless. THEN, I was diagnosed with SLE a form of Lupus last November and was put on high dose steroids and I lost a patch at the TOP OF MY FREAKING HEAD which, needless to say, reduced me to tears in the worst kind of way.
Well it grew back and now after growing my hair out again I decided to get rid of my relaxed hair. So a few weeks ago, I CUT IT! I cut my hair down to the virgin hair which left me with shoulder length hair but I love the way it feels. So when it grows back this time, it will be chemical free TOTALLY!
Some other changes I've made is I gave up shampooing so I only co-wash my hair and I don't only wear sew in's anymore. I give my hair time to relax without the tension of braids or weaves and I'm giving more protective hair styles a chance. So I'll keep you updated of my progress.
So What are the benefits of co-washing?
ReplyDeleteCo-washing cleanses your hair without drying out the natural oils like shampooing does! My hair gets clean, I can wash it more often without drying or getting dandruff, it doesn't break as fast because it retains moisture so I retain my growth. My hair is VERY healthy right now and I dust my ends like every 4-6 weeks so its also even LOL
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