I'm 10 months post, now. My natural texture is becoming more prominent. My relaxed length appears more noticeably stringy. A look I despise. For the most part, I try to keep my hair textured. Amazingly, my hair still retains its curly texture, if I air dry or diffuse.
However, the left side is more curly than the right. I have been experimenting with more protective styles other than the bun. I work in an office so I have to keep my hair as professional looking as possible. The good news is that this position is "temporary" then I can do all the protective styles I want, my favorite being two braids! I am stunned by how much I miss my natural curls. I look at pictures and think "Was you crazy?" Next time I get a hair up my behind (no pun intended) I will break out the flat iron instead of the relaxer!