So how did the big chop come about?

Well remember I flat-ironed my hair last week...well let's just say my beau messed that up. **blushes**  And after that my hair has been a wreck.  I washed it and it looked like the past two months of gentle treatment were a waste. I just couldn't go through anymore weeks of wearing a wig so after some thought I decided it was time.

I had been considering cutting it myself before the over processed mess but I talked myself out of it.  Though I am a kitchen beautician, I usually stop short of cutting my hair.  But after looking at all the natural blogs like Newly Natural,  Black Girl Long Hair, and more, I felt I could do it myself. So after a reassuring call from my mom, I went to work.

A quick word:  I don't suggest this for everyone.  Especially if you have never seen your hair without a relaxer.  You may not be prepared for what your hair is like.  Like I said before I am natural part of the year anyway and have professionally big chopped before so I know the texture of my hair.

1. First I washed and conditioned my hair with Finesse.  Then towel dried.  I wanted my hair wet but not dripping.
2. My hair is short to begin with.  Most of the length is in the front so I parted the front into two sections.  The back of my hair didn't need much trimming.  Most of the cutting was needed in the front, top, and sides.
3. Most people look for the difference between relaxed and natural hair to know where to cut.  Because I planned on cutting my hair pretty short I just decided on a length and went from there. (Important to remember, wet hair will shrink when dry, so I cut a little longer than I wanted.)
4. Using professional barber shears, I started cutting my hair from my middle part and moved on to the sides.  I cut the top last.
5. After applying some Wrap lotion and styling a bit I could see areas I needed to shape up a bit.

 

Sorry a little too much gel lol

 I cut the front a little shorter than I wanted but I'm satisfied I got most of the relaxer and color out.

 

I didn't have to cut much here.

 

Or here.

Overall I'm happy with the results.  I feel its a step in the right direction