I did my Big/Mini Chop! I grew my relaxer out for 16.5 months. It got to the point where it seemed pointless to hold on to the thin, relaxed ends. I ended up cutting it myself. Nobody came to my hair cutting party. It could be because I sprung it on them at the last minute! LOL

I actually don’t miss the length (at least not yet). This is the first time in my life that I’ve had short hair (except when I was 2, before my hair actually grew in). I think I took off more than I originally planned, but I don’t think I took off anything unnecessary. I think if I use a lot of gel, my hair can go into a ponytail. My only concern now is styling.

How did I know where to cut? Easy!

This is when I first cut all of the relaxed ends off. I kinda like this look better than the “styled” look.

I originally planned to take off 3-4 inches, but it looks like I took off more than that from some areas. As far as donating goes, I don’t think my hair meets the 10″ requirement for donation. Besides… I think I’ll keep my ponytial… in a ziplock bag. Don’t judge me.

…and here’s my styled hair. Eh, not my favorite style. I did small twists to achieve this look. The curls on the right side of my head are still much tighter than the left side.

So now when you guys say that it takes time for you hair to adjust, what exactly do you mean?

XOXO,
Rece

I did the same updo, but instead of swooping the front, I pinned it up differently. First I co-washed with Yes to Cucumber conditioner. I can’t believe how moisturized my hair feels even before I wash it. This bunning is really doing my hair some good. In addition, I love waking up in the morning knowing that styling my hair will be minimal. I’m glad I decided to stick to my regimen. It’s been working out so well.

…but back to the style… I like the way it looks from the top, but the front is just OK in my opinion. I think I’ll pin it slightly different tomorrow. These are the results!

XOXO,
Rece