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8 Years Natural: Pics of My Natural Hairstyles Through the Years



1BlessedNatural:  My hair in June of this year

Hey, my blessed naturals!
March 3, 2019 made 8 years I've been natural! June 11th of this year made 3 years since my second Big Chop. It's been a great journey full of learning the right things for my hair. I also want to stress that it has its ups and downs, but it's all worth it for me!
Last month, I trimmed my ends in medium-size twists. The last time I trimmed my ends was in January of this year, and I only had to trim about a half inch or less. I  just love how soft my hair feels afterwards!

In celebration of my 8 years as a natural, I'm including some pictures of my hair through the years!



2011

March 3, 2019 - My first big chop! Details


2012



2012: Here is my fro on Election Day in 2012. Details



2013

2013: I used the loc jewelry for this style Details


2014
2014: Twist-out with two bobby pins. Details
2015
2015: Rubber Band Twist and Cornrow Updo. Details



2016
2016: Coiled Edges: Rubber Band Cornrow Twist and Puff Style. Details


2016: My 2nd Big Chop! Details

2017

2017: Puff.  Details

2018


2018: Puff with Headband. Details


2019


June 2019: Twist-Out 

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