The 10 Curl Commandments

The 10 Curl Commandments

So ever since I did my big chop last week I have become so obsessed with my hair. I thought I had everything planned out but I am so lost with trying to create a "regimen". Anyways while researching hair products I came across this awesome "10 Curl Commandments" Its great for any new naturals!

Nyx Matte Lip Cream

So I ordered rihannas new matte lipstick with mac but its on backorder! So with my frustration I went on the search for a matte lipstick and came across Nyx Soft Matte Lip Cream and their matte lipstick line. I bought Antwerp and wore it for the first time yesterday. Overall I love the color and it did last all day but I would say it does get dry so I saw some people say it would go well with a balm before you apply so ill be trying that again today! 

Big Chop

I did my big chop! omg! So two days ago I did my big chop after a 5 month transition. I wasnt really nervous until i took the pair of scissors but then right after I cut it I loved it! my boyfriend helped me with the back and I was kind of nervous of what my family would say but so far everyone loves it. looking at my hair its kind of crazy that I ever even relaxed it before. my relaxer story isnt like most where their mothers ran to get them a relaxer at a young age. Mine is the exact opposite, my mom always loved my hair but throughout elementary and middle school I was so caught up with wanting to fit in, it seemed like everyone had straight relaxed hair so i begged my mom to let me get a relaxer and she would tell me no and to wait until i was 18 to decide. But after bugging and bugging she finally got fed up and just let me get one. So my first relaxer was in 7th grade. Ill never forget the first time after I washed my relaxed hair and it was just so limp I remember it always used to curl up when I washed it. Seeing just be so straight and limp was a reality check but at that time it was exactly what I wanted. Now about 10 years later I have chopped off all my relaxed hair and I love my old curls, I have such a long journey ahead of me.

Curly Hair Growth Chart

Curly Hair Growth Chart

Cool Hair Growth Chart from NaturallyCurly.com
This is nice for anyone newly natural like myself because it gives you an idea of what to expect growth wise while transitioning. Im currently 5 months post relaxer, my hair is in braids now because I cant stand dealing with the difference in textures.

Daily Inspiration/Quote

"Let your workings remain a mystery

Just show people the results. "

-Tao Te Ching

I personally love this quote because it says so much but so little. Its important to stay humble through your journey. I use this as a reminder to not talk the talk but to walk the walk. Im currently doing weight watchers and trying to create a more healthy lifestyle and at times it can be hard because I dont have anyone doing it with me. Friends and family are supportive and most say "good for you" or "im happy for you keep it up" which is nice dont get me wrong but there is usually not much more to talk about after that. So letting my workings remain a mystery and showing the results works for me.