Thursday 17 May 2012

How to start a hair journey - How to start caring for and growing your (relaxed or chemically treated) hair

How do I start a hair journey? What is a hair journey? What do I need to start a hair journey? Why should I start a hair journey?

Deciding on starting a hair journey can be one of the most exciting decisions you could ever make.
It is a huge decision because it could ultimately change you and the way you look at yourself in the long run.
On the plus side, a hair journey can be filled with fun, challenges and growth; both as a person and with regards to your hair.

What is a hair journey?
A hair journey is basically the documentation of a process. Deciding to start a hair journey is a very big decision. It means that you're deciding to start growing your hair or/and keep it healthy.
Growing your hair and / or keeping it healthy is a responsibility; it takes a lot of commitment, self-motivation and dedication.
It may seem like an easy thing to do but making a decision to grow or care for your hair is one that takes a lot of work. In order to keep your hair growing, keep it healthy and avoid setbacks you have got to stick to caring for your hair. It is not just something that you can start doing and then forget about it after a week if you get bored or tired. It's something that needs consistency.

A hair journey is a collection of thoughts, pictures, videos, etc (anything that works for you) documenting, recording and showing your "journey" to the hair you want.

What do I need to start a hair journey? 


In order to start a hair journey you need to have a few basics.You can read about the basic products and hair stuff you'll need here.
You'll also need to decide exactly what your hair goals are; Is your goal to have longer hair? Is your goal to have healthier hair? Is your goal to have less hair breakage?
Are you trying to grow relaxed or chemically treated hair?
You need to set some long term and short term goals before starting your hair journey so that you can monitor your progress towards them.
The main thing you need to start a hair journey is determination, commitment and motivation.

How do I start a hair journey? 

Once you have everything you need to start your hair journey, the first thing you need to do is decide how you will record your progress; take pictures, start a physical or online journal, make videos, etc. Take your starting pics or videos so that you can monitor and measure your progress throughout your journey.
Be sure to read up as much as possible on your hair with regards to your goals. If you plan on growing your hair or keeping it healthy read up a much as you can about growing your hair or keeping it healthy. There is a vast supply of information online. By finding articles, blogs, websites and inspiration online you will be able to find all the information you need to get the best hair you could possibly have.

A hair journey is easy to begin. It's sticking to it and seeing it through that is the hard part. If you remember your goals and stay positive you will be able to stay motivated enough to never give up.



1 comment:

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