My name is Daren, and I'm thinking about growing my hair out.  I've always wanted to, but never could get past the 'awkward' stage.  My hair is kind of curly and bushy, anybody have any tips?  I look forward to getting to know you all better.

Daren

Welcome DarenG, I'm pretty new here too. I have a son with curly hair, which he likes to grow long(ish) every now and then. It looks like frayed rope sometimes! Usually that can be solved by 1) using conditioner and let it soak a minute or two before rinsing it out, (and not using bargain basement products - nothing special, but something a grade or two up from carwash detergent!) and/or 2) use something like a leave-in conditioner, rub in a small amount of hair cream. He uses a very light type that comes in a tube: you can't tell he has anything on his hair, but it's softer.

Thanks for the welcome!  I guess my goal right now is to grow my hair out to shoulder length, after that, who knows?   All the tips will help, I know.  Everyone here has such great hair, I hope mine looks as good when it grows out.

Daren

Thanks for the welcomes everyone, and for the tips.  I'm already learning so much!  This was the best decision of my life, to join this place.

Daren