Start – 1 year and 8 months later. My hair caught most of its damage due to the fact that I never accepted my curls. From 7th grade all the way through high school its was flat irons galore. The hair bleaching and constant hair dye didn’t start until I was 16. When I put down the iron and dye for a year and and 8 months this was the result. With a good hair care regime, a little hairfinity and some major trims got me here. Since the 2nd picture I’ve bleached my hair and dyed it 3 times. So I’m back in my hair recovery process. I love my natural hair, and I love saying being able to say YES NATURAL HAIR CAN GROW LONG AND STRONG. Keep going on your journeys ladies. More pictures to come.