Now I see why some people describe protective styling as boring! I love these styles for their simplicity BUT geez!! I’ve been sporting either of these styles for like two weeks.

Twist

French Braids

I know. I know. I am the woman always on the prowl for simple, easy to maintain. Well I definitely have that here.

So what’s a girl to do???

“Embrace it and stay on target!” I command myself when I get tempted to play in my hair. And look forward to the weekend when I allow myself to let my hair down IF I so desire.

A word of advice–as I encourage myself–staying mindful of the long term goal of growing longer, healthier hair, protective styling is a BIG piece of the picture.