Ovation Cell Therapy/Mega Tek Challenge

[twnz&1mo]

I'm so glad to see you here my HT sis!!!

I personally don't seal my scalp- just seal my hair, esp my ends after I apply the MT to my scalp. I apply my NTM leave-in on my hair before applying MT to my scalp.

Oh I forgot to say hi back lady. You were in reason for jumping on the band wagon. I used just a little Jojoba oil on my scalp, just in case cause it was getting late and I needed to get my hair done if I'm going to go to church in the morning. I used more castor oil to seal my ends since I'm doing a braidset.

 

[caribgirl]

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Caribgirl, I made a 'typo' It should be Hopes Braids, not Horse Braids. I fixed my several posts that had this Major typo Too much Horse in this thread and in my head...

Blessings to you angel and happy hair blessings to you.

That's okay Shimmie!!!! I ran over to the site and ordered already !!!! I have no shame!!

Many blessings to you, sis!!!

 

[twnz&1mo]

Welcome twnz&1mo,

You have more than enough oil in your mix.

Just keep your MT regime simple. Your mix seems pretty good.

Also, it's easier (I've discovered as of lately *the other night* -- through my personal trial and error ) to just oil my scalp then apply the OCT or the Mega Tek (I have both).

Then I cover my head with plastic cap for at least an hour, rinse (with conditioner (any choice -- NON Protein) and air dry.

Happy Hair Growth Angel... .

Thanks for the welcome. I feel the love already
Also I want to cowash and I was a faithful VO5 girl, can you recommend a non-protein condish.

 

[caribgirl]

Oh I forgot to say hi back lady. You were in reason for jumping on the band wagon. I used just a little Jojoba oil on my scalp, just in case cause it was getting late and I needed to get my hair done if I'm going to go to church in the morning. I used more castor oil to seal my ends since I'm doing a braidset.

You are so sweet and I can't wait for your 1 month updates!! Did you take starting pics?

 

[twnz&1mo]

You are so sweet and I can't wait for your 1 month updates!! Did you take starting pics?

I don't have my official picture taker here, she's in TX with her donor
I saw how you did yours with the mirror, and it looks like you have 2 so that you were able to take your pic. How did you do it? Also did Shimmie give you the coupon code for Hopes Braids. Might as well order another bottle now.

 

[Toy]

I Know this is not the place to put this ? but i need help loading my picture because i want to join this challenge, i have been using Mt for a month now,Pls someone help me

 

[twnz&1mo]

Shimmie can I have the coupon code too please.

 

[twnz&1mo]

I Know this is not the place to put this ? but i need help loading my picture because i want to join this challenge, i have been using Mt for a month now,Pls someone help me

If you have your pictures saved on your computer there is an icon on this page, next to the little envelope (insert mail), that looks like a mountain top (insert image), and it should prompt you to browse your pictures to add it to your post.

 

[caribgirl]

I Know this is not the place to put this ? but i need help loading my picture because i want to join this challenge, i have been using Mt for a month now,Pls someone help me

Hey sweetie! Try this info that Dlewis shared with me when I first joined:

Shutterfly is a free uploading service (shutterfly.com).

Upload all your photos there first

then click on the photo and right click - copy properties

come into your thread and click on the picture icon (the one with the mountain on it) and paste your properties that you copied there.

and do that with each photo

that's it.

 

[caribgirl]

I don't have my official picture taker here, she's in TX with her donor
I saw how you did yours with the mirror, and it looks like you have 2 so that you were able to take your pic. How did you do it? Also did Shimmie give you the coupon code for Hopes Braids. Might as well order another bottle now.

@ at the bolded.

I have my little rugrat, DS who is my photographer. He takes his job too seriously though.
No, I didn't get a coupon for hopes Braids- just ordered it and the total- with shipping was only 27.00. I don't want to run out,either.

ETA: I believe the coupon was for horseloverz.com and not for HopesBraids.

 

[twnz&1mo]

I'm going to place my order with them, let's see how long it takes to get to Philly. It's late so I guess I should count Sunday as my official order day. You have a good night, I'm going call it a night

 

[Shimmie]

I don't have my official picture taker here, she's in TX with her donor
I saw how you did yours with the mirror, and it looks like you have 2 so that you were able to take your pic. How did you do it? Also did Shimmie give you the coupon code for Hopes Braids. Might as well order another bottle now.

Shimmie can I have the coupon code too please.

Hi Angels. The coupon I used was for Horseloverz.com; It was posted by one of our members two weeks ago and it expired on (July 14). Horseloverz also charges an additional $3 for orders under $50. Not good.

Hopes Braids does not have a coupon (yet) and is still more economical with both the price of the Mega Tek $23 and their shipping is only $4.

I apologize for the confusion.

I was responding to a post from another member whose order from Horseloverz took 2 weeks to arrive; yet my order from them only took 3 days; plus I had the coupon. I ordered Sunday, July 13 and received my order Wednesday, July 16.

 

[MissNina]

It's okay, you don't have to take the Garlic tabs internally to halt the shedding. The Garlic tabs are optional.

Just mix some garlic with a little oil and oil your scalp, that's all.

As for the other protein DC's .... No, It's too much protein for your hair and scalp. I learned the hard way. Just use a NON protein DC. Also I advise that you only use the Mega Tek 3 times a week. Give yourself and your scalp some time to adjust to this new treatment. If you've been using Protein DC's on a regular basis, then begin slow with the MT treatments. Just oil your scalp first (your favorite oil) then apply the MT. Let sit for at least an hour, rinse out and dry as usual.

Happy Hair Growth angel

Awww, thanks so much for responding!

Problem is I already did it I thought about it really, really hard and decided to go ahead and try it. I kept Lekair on for like 3-5 minutes while I was in the shower. . .really wasn't counting. . .and now I'm sitting here with this Pantene R&N mask on. To be safe, from here on out I will just use moisturizing products. Hopefully since I've only used MT twice so far, it will be okay this time erplexed. If not, lesson learned! I'll try to correct it.

I usually don't even rinse out the MT though. Just oil (evoo/castor oil mix) like I'm greasing my scalp and then apply the MT. I will try the way you suggested next time. I'll probably space out usage like you've suggested. Thanks so much

But I PROMISE I feel these little curly waves that were NOT there on Wednesday. . .it's weird.

 

[Shimmie]

Thanks for the welcome. I feel the love already
Also I want to cowash and I was a faithful VO5 girl, can you recommend a non-protein condish.

I will probably be contradicting myself here.....but my favorite is Organix Vanilla Silk conditioner. I also use the Coconut Scented one. They have the silk amino but I love these and they work wonders. I also love ORS deep conditioning creme (in the yellow packet).

Once again a contradiction about the proteins, but I use these frequently and my hair loves them. And they don't cost very much. These are just two of my current favorites....today.

I actually have baskets of so many different conditioners.... Yes, I'm a PJ for sure, and I'm trying to use up my stash. I have the perfect excuse for frequent conditioner washes.

Sweet Sleep Everyone Your cares will keep; God has them in the very heart of His. He has taken care of it all...all of your cares. Amen.

 

[sunshinebeautiful]

It's about time for me to re-up on megatek because I don't want to run out. Anyway, where have people been ordering from lately that has it in stock?

 

[SouthernStunner]

ok so I got a couple of questions please.
1. since mega tek has protein in it should I use my VO5 as a pre-poo or a condition was or should I use something else? I have Nioxin conditioner but I am not too crazy about it. What about Neutrogena Triple Moisture or humcto

2. I have done some research and many have said to do a protein treatment a week before and a week after a perm but using Mega Tek would be too much wouldn't it? Or should I still do them?

TIA I just dont want what little hair I have to fall out.

 

[graceunderfire]

Good New/ Bad News

My hair grew. I am going to have to stop using MT for a week or so. I am having scalp issues. I have an appointment next week.

On the bright side, I am amazed that my hair has responded in this way.

 

[Lexib]

Good New/ Bad News

My hair grew. I am going to have to stop using MT for a week or so. I am having scalp issues. I have an appointment next week.

Umm, what type of "scalp issues" are you having Grace? Did it just start w/ the MT? Curious b/c I just started using it thursday.

 

[Lexib]

It's about time for me to re-up on megatek because I don't want to run out. Anyway, where have people been ordering from lately that has it in stock?

I just ordered from Stagecoachwest last Monday (my first bottle!) and got my order on Thursday. .

 

[twnz&1mo]

Ok ladies I've been searching the web for protein free conditioners and I see a few have soy milk protein (VO5) and others have hydrolyzed wheat protein (Tresemme). Now are all proteins bad since I'm MT'ing or are certain ones ok.

 

[Aggie]

ok so I got a couple of questions please.
1. since mega tek has protein in it should I use my VO5 as a pre-poo or a condition was or should I use something else? I have Nioxin conditioner but I am not too crazy about it. What about Neutrogena Triple Moisture or humcto

2. I have done some research and many have said to do a protein treatment a week before and a week after a perm but using Mega Tek would be too much wouldn't it? Or should I still do them?

TIA I just dont want what little hair I have to fall out.

I still use a mild protein for reconstruction purposes before and after a relaxer karlap. The Aphogee 2 minute reconstructor is great or the creme of nature conditioning reconstructor or even AtOne reconstructor should work fine.

 

[Aggie]

Ok ladies I've been searching the web for protein free conditioners and I see a few have soy milk protein (VO5) and others have hydrolyzed wheat protein (Tresemme). Now are all proteins bad since I'm MT'ing or are certain ones ok.

These proteins are very mild proteins and I still use conditioners containing them. Many of us are adding another mild moisturizing protein called silk amino acids to our mix as well. You want to definitely stay away from keratin proteins.

 

[JustKiya]

Ok ladies I've been searching the web for protein free conditioners and I see a few have soy milk protein (VO5) and others have hydrolyzed wheat protein (Tresemme). Now are all proteins bad since I'm MT'ing or are certain ones ok.

It's funny - I don't even consider those proteins, esp. since they are usually in a 'moisturizing' type conditioner.

Keratins and collagens, you really need to watch out for. Soy Milk & Wheat & Silk are all 'light' proteins, and I think they are perfectly compatible with MT use....

 

[gorgeoushair]

I still use a mild protein for reconstruction purposes before and after a relaxer karlap. The Aphogee 2 minute reconstructor is great or the creme of nature conditioning reconstructor or even AtOne reconstructor should work fine.

I thought AtOne wasn't really a reconstructor b/c it didn't contain any protein.

 

[Shimmie]

Awww, thanks so much for responding!

Problem is I already did it I thought about it really, really hard and decided to go ahead and try it. I kept Lekair on for like 3-5 minutes while I was in the shower. . .really wasn't counting. . .and now I'm sitting here with this Pantene R&N mask on. To be safe, from here on out I will just use moisturizing products. Hopefully since I've only used MT twice so far, it will be okay this time erplexed. If not, lesson learned! I'll try to correct it.

I usually don't even rinse out the MT though. Just oil (evoo/castor oil mix) like I'm greasing my scalp and then apply the MT. I will try the way you suggested next time. I'll probably space out usage like you've suggested. Thanks so much

But I PROMISE I feel these little curly waves that were NOT there on Wednesday. . .it's weird.

I always advise everyone to start slow, for we use so many products and jump on so many bandwagons, that it can be risky business.

But..... :wow: It looks like you're doing excellent with this new product transition. I'm hapy for you and wish you continued success. And Lonnnnnnnngggggggg, Lonnnnnngggggg Healthy Hair.

Blessings to you angel.

 

[Shimmie]

These proteins are very mild proteins and I still use conditioners containing them. Many of us are adding another mild moisturizing protein called silk amino acids to our mix as well. You want to definitely stay away from keratin proteins.

It's funny - I don't even consider those proteins, esp. since they are usually in a 'moisturizing' type conditioner.

Keratins and collagens, you really need to watch out for. Soy Milk & Wheat & Silk are all 'light' proteins, and I think they are perfectly compatible with MT use....

I still use a mild protein for reconstruction purposes before and after a relaxer karlap. The Aphogee 2 minute reconstructor is great or the creme of nature conditioning reconstructor or even AtOne reconstructor should work fine.

I'm so thankful for the two of you. Thank you for taking care of this question. I'm not too schooled on advising those with relaxers.

I can't help but thank God for the two of you who always come to the rescue for everyone of us here.

Now I know why the Organix conditioner works so well for me as one of my conditioner washes * I have a lot of conditioners on hand *...the protein is mild...very mild.

 

[twnz&1mo]

Thanks Aggie and JustKiya ya'll should have seen me in Walgreen's, picking up a bottle, putting it down; picking up a bottle, putting it down. I know people were like, what in the blue blazes is she looking for. Then I also remember something about -cones, lawd this is alot, but well worth it. Thanks again!

 

[JustKiya]

Thanks Aggie and JustKiya ya'll should have seen me in Walgreen's, picking up a bottle, putting it down; picking up a bottle, putting it down. I know people were like, what in the blue blazes is she looking for. Then I also remember something about -cones, lawd this is alot, but well worth it. Thanks again!

Girl, don't even feel bad!!! I'll be in the BSS for 45 minutes or more, reading labels. I know they think I'm trying to scope them out or something, but I really think my hair is worth it, ya know?

You're just starting out - soon, it'll be almost second nature!!

 

[ayoung]

Checkin' in....still on MT, buuutttt....

I don't seem to be getting the same results that I did with OCT
I'm doing everything the same...but the growth is not there.

I used OCT 5 weeks and got and inch---i'm going onto week 3 with MT -so maybe I'm jumping the gun....but it doesn't seem like it.

I'm mad too, lb/c MT is sooo much cheaper and tons of folks have gotten good results with it. I know, diff. products for diff heads--but darn it!

But...guess I'll reserve my final decision until the 5 week mark......

Anyone else experience one products is better for them than the other????

 

[twnz&1mo]

Also I think I over did it with oiling my scalp with jojoba, then I moisturized my hair with Hydratherma along with the MT. I will cut out oiling my scalp since I put 1/2 oz of the following (castor, jojoba, and EVOO). I'm looking too slick. ok my 8 month old is trying to get the smileys