I Big Chopped!


After one year and 17 days, I finally big chopped! This week has been full of struggles and I just gave in. I have no regrets because I was ready.

Watch the video below for my big chop experience.  Enjoy!


My length check after big chop:

Front: 5 inches

Crown: 7 inches

Back: 4.5 inches

Side: 4.5 inches
Let the moisturizing and the cool natural hair styles begin!!

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