I created a new blog that will focus on natural hair art & style to inspire and motivate. Please visit:
http://www.bleucoiffure.blogspot.com

I've slacked on taking care of my hair for the last 6-7 months--but I've decided to being consciously caring for it again. I'm using all new products (the majority of them will be natural). So this folder will contain pics of my new journey!

A blog about design, beauty and other random ideas relating to wedding planning. Check it out !!!!!

http://thebuckeyebride.blogspot.com

So in around 9 months I would like to gain 6-8 inches of hair...I know, I know, you're probably saying that it's impossible--yet I believe. See in 9 months I will have the most important day in my life thus far, and I needs, yes needs, my hair to be on point, and be at a good length. So here's to praying and and hair care!

I will update this folder mainly with month to month comparison shots.

I've had some set backs, clipped of and inch in may--I am going to try to stay on task with my hair and see if i can gain 3-4 inches by September.... we shall see!

****For the month of JULY I will be on a NO HEAT challenge !!!!****

Winter Growth Challenge Comparison pictures. From October 2007 - March 2008

BHM Challenge, showing hair growth from October-March. Challenge Guidelines:
1) Deep conditioning atleast once a week
2) Keeping ends well moisturized and sealing regularly
3) Wear protective styles 80% of the time (the cold air can really dry out hair)
4) Take vitamins and drink plenty of water
5) No direct heat (1 pass allowed for a special occasion)
6) No trimming until the end of the challenge (cutting individual splits or knots allowed)
7) Minimize manipulation of hair (no excessive brushing, combing etc..)
8) Baggy atleast 3x a week ( if you are wearing a weave or braids w/extensions you don't have to do this rule except when the weave or braids are out)
9) Improve blood flow to scalp w/regular exercise or stimulate scalp w/massages
10) Check in every 2 weeks w/your progress and to motivate others

This is what my hair looked like when it was relaxed... during this time I was using Breakthru daily anti-breakage for moisture--didn't really realize it was working till i stopped using it and I look back on these photos...sigh :(

Tracking hair growth progression... Haven't relaxed since Oct. 2006... still have about 2 inches of relaxed hair in front and mid sections of hair as of October 2007.
*****Note: MAJORITY OF MY TRANSITION PICS ENDED UP IN THE WINTER GROWTH CHALLENGE FOLDER*****