Freshly Washed Locks at 6 Months

Here are some pics of my hair after a fresh wash. It feels so good!

As you can see I still have lots of curly q's on the ends which haven't sealed yet. I suppose this is what I'd look like freestylin' since this is just out of the shower and a finger comb. Guess that answers my question about "big hair." I definitely have it.

I chickened out and braided and banded anyway...why mess up a good thang????

I'ma 'lil ashy in some of the pics...hehehe...

Click on the collage to see greater detail.

No More Braiding & Banding!

No more braiding and banding for me! I had my six month retightening yesterday and my consultant said I could stop braiding and banding when I wash my hair. I'm excited and apprehensive. My locking process has gone so smoothly...I almost hate to stop. (I know some of you will think I'm crazy!)

I remember reading how Sandy went out and purchased some special hair products to celebrate not having to braid and band anymore. I think I'll do the same (smile). This calls for another visit to Sandy's web site to read her experience during this next phase I'm going into!

Can anyone tell me if you noticed any difference in the hair the first time after washing without braiding and banding?

This time Gigi said that I had a "growth spurt." Lots of new growth! She also encouraged me to wear my hair the way I'm comfortable with rather than being concerned with freestyling. She said the soft curl look and braid out just may be my signature Sisterlocks style. I had never thought about it that way, but it makes lots of sense - and I'll embrace it! When my locks drop, then I'll start freestyling. In the meantime, I'll keep doing what I'm doing. Aren't Sisterlocks wonderful?