For the newly natural it can be very frustrating coming across terms and abbreviations you don’t understand so, I put together a few to help you get by .☺😘
2a,2b,2c,3a,3b,3c,4a,4b,4c – Curl Types
Fine, medium, thick (coarse) – hair texture
Kinky hair – tightly twisted or coiled hair
Transitioning – process of growing out your kinks while still keeping the relaxed ends
BC – Big Chop
TWA – Teeny weeny afro
BAA – Big Ass Afro
BL – Back length
APL – Armpit length
BSL – Bra strap length
WL – Waist length
DIY – Do It Yourself
WDR – Wash day routine
Condish – Conditioner
COwash – Washing with only conditioner
DC/DT – Deep condition/Deep treatment
LOC – Liquid Oil Cream
LCO – Liquid Cream Oil
EVOO – Extra Virgin Olive Oil
EVCO – Extra Virgin Coconut Oil
EO – Essential Oil
AVG – Aloe Vera Gel
ACV – Apple Cidar Vinegar
PS – Protective Styling/style.
PJ -Product junkie
CC – Creamy crack meaning relaxers /texturizers
Looks like a lot but don’t worry you will get used to it. See curlynikki.com for a more exhaustive list☺
I could not refrain from commenting. Well written!
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