BSL by Dec 2011

[maryb]

As i'm officially in, i'm posting my starting pics.
I was still hesitating on/about my regimen : but since my hair seems to love water and humidity i think i'll be
DC'ing at least 2xweek
Lightly pre/shampoing 1 a week
Moisturizing 2xdaily ( using my mix in the morning : water/glycerin/avocado and mink oil and at bedtime HS 14/1) and sealing with JBCO and virgin coconut oil (i have some left that i get from Cameroon, my country)
PS : lace wig with braids underneath
Taking my vits religiously.
That's it.
My next length check would be in december.
Sorry i fail to upload my pics !!!

 

[chasturner84]

^^^I'll be right here in BSL 2011 when you leave us in December I'm hoping I get to BSL by summer of 2011, but we shall see lol

I'm not going anywhere! I refuse! If I do make it partially, I still have one layer left that's still trying to get to APL. It won't be anywhere near BSL anytime soon. Sooo there! LOL

You'll make it to BSL. No worries!...and I'll be cheering you on

 

[csmith4204]

I'd like to join even though I'm not even APL but close! My starting pic isn't accurate due to the way I was standing.

What's your regimen?
I'm still trying to figure this one out - I'm a newbie
What Products are you using?
S-Curl, HE LTR, Coconut Oil, Castor Oil, Nexxus Hum, Wheat Germ Oil, Kerastese Vita Ciment, Suave Cleansing Shampoo
What are you specifically doing to achieve BSL in 2011?
No Heat, PSing, Stretching relaxer to 6 mos., Lots of Vits
In what month are you hoping to achieve BSL?
October 2011
Please include a Starting pic:

 

[againstallodds]

I can't wait to see your results too! I've found that cowashing really helps with unruly NG. I saturate the hair with conditioner let it sit while I shower and then I rinse. My favorite for the NG is AO HSR. It my NG into shape.

You were NOT joking about AO HSR!! I deep conditioned with it yesterday for 30 minutes under my heat cap and my new growth is soooooooooooo soft! Softest it's been throughout my entire stretch. My hair is so tame and soft. Makes we want to prolong my stretch. I've been touched my new growth all day. My hair and AO HSR may be entering into a deep and meaningful relationship for the next couple of weeks.

 

[chasturner84]

You were NOT joking about AO HSR!! I deep conditioned with it yesterday for 30 minutes under my heat cap and my new growth is soooooooooooo soft! Softest it's been throughout my entire stretch. My hair is so tame and soft. Makes we want to prolong my stretch. I've been touched my new growth all day. My hair and AO HSR may be entering into a deep and meaningful relationship for the next couple of weeks.

Ugh! I hate reading things like this. I've been wanting to try HSR for a long time, but I decided to stick with my fav (and what I know that works for my hair) Island Naturals. I will have to put HSR on the list of things to purchase when I'm out. Darn you, againstallodds !!!

 

[againstallodds]

Ugh! I hate reading things like this. I've been wanting to try HSR for a long time, but I decided to stick with my fav (and what I know that works for my hair) Island Naturals. I will have to put HSR on the list of things to purchase when I'm out. Darn you, againstallodds !!!

I just couldn't help myself!

 

[Salsarisma]

I just couldn't help myself!

Hmmm...here I am trying to find a bottle of Island Naturals anywhere!! I love AOHSR, but I want to try something different~~without ordering online!

 

[chasturner84]

Hmmm...here I am trying to find a bottle of Island Naturals anywhere!! I love AOHSR, but I want to try something different~~without ordering online!

Have you tried Vitamin Shoppe or an organic food store? That's where I purchase mine. I love to CW with Island Naturals. It detangles and moisturizes my hair like no other. I also use a little on my ends as a leave in. It's a definite staple but I want to try HSR just once in my life, lol.

 

[maryb]

Welcome from another newbie. I've joined this challenge few days ago and i'm in the same situation : i mean my hair length is not even APL, so for us is a real challenge!

 

[WaistLengthDreams]

I'd like to join even though I'm not even APL but close! My starting pic isn't accurate due to the way I was standing.

What's your regimen?
I'm still trying to figure this one out - I'm a newbie
What Products are you using?
S-Curl, HE LTR, Coconut Oil, Castor Oil, Nexxus Hum, Wheat Germ Oil, Kerastese Vita Ciment, Suave Cleansing Shampoo
What are you specifically doing to achieve BSL in 2011?
No Heat, PSing, Stretching relaxer to 6 mos., Lots of Vits
In what month are you hoping to achieve BSL?
October 2011
Please include a Starting pic:

Csmith4204! Despite not having a set regimen you've got some great building blocks listed there for products! Wheat Germ Oil is on my list of things to try out. How do you like it? I know some people complain about it's smell when they use it to seal. What do you think and How do you use it?

You were NOT joking about AO HSR!! I deep conditioned with it yesterday for 30 minutes under my heat cap and my new growth is soooooooooooo soft! Softest it's been throughout my entire stretch. My hair is so tame and soft. Makes we want to prolong my stretch. I've been touched my new growth all day. My hair and AO HSR may be entering into a deep and meaningful relationship for the next couple of weeks.

I so glad that the AOHSR worked out for you. I felt the exact same way after I used for the first time a couple weeks ago. After that first use it was an instant staple. It's crazy because what I really wanted to try was the AO WC but Whole Foods was out of it, so I "settled" for the HSR. Boy, was I happy.

Ugh! I hate reading things like this. I've been wanting to try HSR for a long time, but I decided to stick with my fav (and what I know that works for my hair) Island Naturals. I will have to put HSR on the list of things to purchase when I'm out. Darn you, againstallodds !!!

oke: you know you want to try it.

 

[WaistLengthDreams]

Welcome from another newbie. I've joined this challenge few days ago and i'm in the same situation : i mean my hair length is not even APL, so for us is a real challenge!

Between the DCing, Low manipulation and vitamins, I am confident your hair will grow whether you're a newbie or not! Just stay consistant and your hair will surprise you! Also to the challenge and LHCF! Glad to have you on board.

 

[grow]

Ugh! I hate reading things like this. I've been wanting to try HSR for a long time, but I decided to stick with my fav (and what I know that works for my hair) Island Naturals. I will have to put HSR on the list of things to purchase when I'm out. Darn you, againstallodds !!!

i hate to help you become a pj, Chas, but Againstallodds is right!

AO HSR is the business!!!

 

[chasturner84]

i hate to help you become a pj, Chas, but Againstallodds is right!

AO HSR is the business!!!

Ahhhhh! Grow why are you doing this??? Just when my stash was down to less than 10 products... I know what I'll be purchasing this weekend...

 

[csmith4204]

Csmith4204! Despite not having a set regimen you've got some great building blocks listed there for products! Wheat Germ Oil is on my list of things to try out. How do you like it? I know some people complain about it's smell when they use it to seal. What do you think and How do you use it?



I so glad that the AOHSR worked out for you. I felt the exact same way after I used for the first time a couple weeks ago. After that first use it was an instant staple. It's crazy because what I really wanted to try was the AO WC but Whole Foods was out of it, so I "settled" for the HSR. Boy, was I happy.




oke: you know you want to try it.

Thanks IntheMix08!
I use WGO/EVOO combo as a prepoo overnight once a week. I love how soft it makes my hair feel when rinsing it out before my cowash. I actually don't mind the smell - it just smells, well, like wheat. I don't seal with it though. I try to seal with a combo of coconut oil and hemp seed oil. But the hemp seed oil is a little inconvenient because it has to be stored in the fridge. I really don't have time in the morning to run from the bathroom to the fridge and back.

Welcome from another newbie. I've joined this challenge few days ago and i'm in the same situation : i mean my hair length is not even APL, so for us is a real challenge!

Thanks maryb! I agree - it will be a challenge but an obtainable one, nonetheless!

 

[NikkiQ]

Okay I feel totally green right now. What is AOHSR?

 

[grow]

Okay I feel totally green right now. What is AOHSR?

Aubrey Organics Honeysuckle Rose Conditioner, and it is THE BUSINESS!!!

forgive me Chas, i know it's tough being a pj, lol!
(10 products?! and i thought I had alot, hehehehehe)

 

[NikkiQ]

Aubrey Organics Honeysuckle Rose Conditioner, and it is THE BUSINESS!!!

forgive me Chas, i know it's tough being a pj, lol!
(10 products?! and i thought I had alot, hehehehehe)

Ahhh ok...learn something new everyday. I could go for a new conditioner myself, but only after I use up the dozen bottles I already have

 

[LushLox]

I wish I only had 10 products.

 

[chasturner84]

Aubrey Organics Honeysuckle Rose Conditioner, and it is THE BUSINESS!!!

forgive me Chas, i know it's tough being a pj, lol!
(10 products?! and i thought I had alot, hehehehehe)

I wish I only had 10 products.

Grow, HOW MANY DO YOU HAVE? Sorry for screaming, lol

Same question Cream. How many products do you have in your stash?

 

[blkbunni]

Newbie but im in...i need the motivation

Regimen: still working on perfecting it

Products: Aphogee, Silk Elemnts, and africain best

Ideal BSL Month: Dec'11

Plan: Weaves & Wigs

Starting Pic: will probably post tonight when i take out my current weave

 

[grow]

Grow, HOW MANY DO YOU HAVE? Sorry for screaming, lol

Same question Cream. How many products do you have in your stash?

ooooppppsss!

point well taken, Chas!

i didn't know we were supposed to actually COUNT :scratchch them all......:covereyes i try not to do that, hehehe!
:fallenang

imma pj too!

 

[NikkiQ]

I think I'm gonna do an Aphogee treatment after I take this install out in 8 weeks. My hair is gonna me after that lol

 

[chasturner84]

I think I'm gonna do an Aphogee treatment after I take this install out in 8 weeks. My hair is gonna me after that lol

Your hair will definitely love you for it...and will repay the favor by retaining length! I'm doing another protein (although mild) treatment this weekend. Can't wait.

 

[Nelli04]

*tears*...I swear I have a never ending battle with breakage...

 

[LushLox]

Grow, HOW MANY DO YOU HAVE? Sorry for screaming, lol

Same question Cream. How many products do you have in your stash?

I have at LEAST ten conditioners, well more than that, plus shampoos, moisturizers, finishing products! I have a lot! admittedly though these were all bought when I was trying to figure out what works for me in the beginning so I am no longer spending. I only use a small amount now in my rotation.

 

[grow]

I have at LEAST ten conditioners, well more than that, plus shampoos, moisturizers, finishing products! I have a lot! admittedly though these were all bought when I was trying to figure out what works for me in the beginning so I am no longer spending. I only use a small amount now in my rotation.

that's the way it is for me too, Cream.
when i got serious about my hhj in february of this year, the first thing i did was try everything.
ayurvedic powders, hair butters, dc's, regular conditioners, oils, you name it, i tried it.
but now that i KNOW which ones my hair likes the most, i basically use maybe 5/7 things, except for the oils, which i'll probably ALWAYS stock up on to rotate regularly.
i've learned that my hair LOVES oil and can never get enough moisture.
(yes, i've learned that oil is NOT moisture, but i use aloe vera and glycerine first... amongst other commercial products)

*tears*...I swear I have a never ending battle with breakage...

why so much breakage Nelli04?
let us help you.
what are you doing right now with your routine?
are you moisturizing and sealing daily, and if so, with what, if you don't mind me asking.

 

[chasturner84]

*tears*...I swear I have a never ending battle with breakage...

I agree with grow, tell us what you're doing so we can try to offer suggestions for improvement. That's what we're here for.

 

[NikkiQ]

Your hair will definitely love you for it...and will repay the favor by retaining length! I'm doing another protein (although mild) treatment this weekend. Can't wait.

I sure hope so. I've noticed that my NG loves when I do my cholesterol DCs so it should go bananas with the Aphogee (hopefully...haven't done one since I started to transition. I know. bad me )

 

[chasturner84]

I sure hope so. I've noticed that my NG loves when I do my cholesterol DCs so it should go bananas with the Aphogee (hopefully...haven't done one since I started to transition. I know. bad me )

You beat me to it (bad NikkiQ, bad). LOL Cholesterol and my hair just don't mix. I'm glad that yours loves it.

 

[blkbeauty]

I am in! Although I've been trying to reach BSL for over a year now.

At any rate, I plan to reach my goal by summer 2011 or June 2011

I am currently 2.5 inches away.

I am going to co-wash more often and lessen my heat usage. I am currently 100% natural, but I do straighten every 2 months or so.