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Journey to Natural: Then & Now

Today is Oct 31, 2012 and after a 2 year transition (June 2010-June 2012), I am now 28 months post relaxer and 4 months post big chop (BC). I decided to reflect on my journey thus far and think about my hair goals for the future.

Recently, I did a length check:…

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Added by Lillian Mae on October 31, 2012 at 2:06pm — No Comments

Natural Hair Tutorial: The L.O.C Method

I put together a tutorial on how I have been using the L.O.C Method to seal in moisture.

 

http://youtu.be/J6Np_5K5GVA

Currently, I’m experimenting with different products to see what yields the best results!

Would love feedback!

Added by Lillian Mae on August 22, 2012 at 7:00am — No Comments

DIY Silk Pillowcase using Scarves!

Hey Ladies! Check out my blog post on how to create your own silk pillowcase!

http://www.lillian-mae.com/diynatural/diy-silk-pillowcase/


Using two thrifted silk scarves, I created a silk pillowcase. Total Cost of $8. Amazon lists their silk pillowcase for $47.

Happy Growing Ladies!

Added by Lillian Mae on June 13, 2012 at 9:55am — No Comments

Transitioning: What’s Left of My Relaxer

It’s Tuesday and I am hating these ends, even more so then when I complained during the P.Y.E challenge! As I watch the clock wind…

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Added by Lillian Mae on April 10, 2012 at 11:07am — 2 Comments

Protect Ya Ends Challenge Results

The Challenge is over :(

January 2, 2012starting stats and goals:

As of March 31, 2012, here is a list of my current stats:

  1. Ending Point: 22 months into a 2 year transition. Total length of hair between 9-12 inches
  2. Crown Length: 8…
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Added by Lillian Mae on April 2, 2012 at 9:00pm — No Comments

PYE: Week 12

So today is the next to last day of the challenge and I decided to use my freebie and wear my hair out! I couldn’t wait! Earlier in the week I wore this style, ends well protected.…

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Added by Lillian Mae on March 30, 2012 at 8:14pm — No Comments

PYE Weeks 10 & 11: Yucky Scalp; One Month Since My Last Wash



For the 4 Weeks, I've been on travel non-stop; I have been neglectful in posting my updates for the challenge. Though I have been a full participant, wearing only protective styles and taken pictures to show the style, I haven't been updating like I should have.

For weeks 10 and 11, I wore my hair in…

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Added by Lillian Mae on March 22, 2012 at 8:47pm — No Comments

P.Y.E Week 9: The Big Chop Heebie Jeebies!

It’s week 9 of the challenge and I’m still on travel so I’m still rocking my bun…I love it though!It’s full and big and easy; certainly not a style I have to sleep pretty to maintain. Tomorrow I plan to re-moisturize, seal and braid up my hair.  I am really excited about the end of the challenge. Normally, I wear my…

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Added by Lillian Mae on March 2, 2012 at 6:00pm — 2 Comments

P.Y.E Week 8

This week, I continued to wear my hair in the "Crown & Glory" style  

We are two months into the challenge. Up to this point, I have:

  • Consistently worn protective styles
  • Used one of two freebies to wear my hair in a non-protective style
  • Retained length 
  • Discovered my fine hair can not tolerate elastic headbands that…
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Added by Lillian Mae on February 25, 2012 at 10:28pm — No Comments

PYE Week 7: My Crown and Glory

Week 7! We are half way through the challenge and I am very happy with the results thus far! Though I can’t say I’ve plotted my growth, I can happily say I am still retaining the hair I do have :)

For this week’s recap, check out the link :) Crown & Glory Hairstyle…

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Added by Lillian Mae on February 17, 2012 at 1:28pm — No Comments

PYE: Week 1 ReStyle Reveal Video

Hi all!

Though I loved the style I wore at earlier this week, it was difficult to maintain without restyling in the morning.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=rYTH01S2Tec

<3 Comments and Feedback!

Added by Lillian Mae on January 5, 2012 at 9:53pm — No Comments

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