Transitioning from permed hair to natural hair can be overwhelming for most people. The unsurity of how this decision will be received how by our family members, friends and co-workers.
However we must remember that we are doing this for ourselves. Its not just a fashion statement, its a movement in which we are finally embracing our God given beauty: natural beautiful, kinky, coily, curly hair.
I’ve been on this journey for the last 3 years, so I would like to impart a few helpful tips for all of those who are just transitioning:
- Develop a hair routine
- Find the products that works for your hair (doesn’t have to be expensive)
- Experiment with different styles (have fun)
- Be confident and proud of your natural hair
For me following the steps listed above helped me to have a successful transitioning period and to continue to enjoy this journey. I have to admit that it can become overwhelming at times. And its through these times I am able to get back to the basics.
Also keep in mind that there are two ways to transition from perm to beig 10% natural:
- The first time that I went natural. It was 2004 and I had just taken out the braids that I was wearing for the last 3 months. I was frustrated with my hair so I decided to go for the big chop. When I was finished cutting off the perm hair I had about an inch of hair left on my head. It was a new look to get used to, because even though I was used to wearing short hair cuts, I usually had my bangs that I swept to the side.
- The second time I went back to being natural, I transitioned slowly by cutting off about a half an inch of permed hair each time I went to the hairdresser.
Example of a 'Big chop' ( Solange Knowles)
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| Example of a slow transition ( cutting off permed hair a little at a time) |
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