2013 Relaxed Hair Buddy Thread

[SunySydeofLyfe]

I have been on the Ensley Beauty Supply website and they are having a sale and the shipping has been lowered, I don't need anything....did I say I need nothing but I want to buy something so bad.....shame....I want to try the Nairobi Recovery line....I don't need anything.....shame some more....

 

[divachyk]

@mschristine, 1tbsp salt is all that I used. It worked like a charm! I thank @shortdub78 for the recommendation.

 

[KiWiStyle]

Yes, I should have taken time each wash to keep my roots detangled, It was a monster trying to get the relaxer applied and because of that I lost a lot of hair while rinsing. I wont make that mistake again....even if I do go natural....I am seriously contemplating this I want it but then again I want to be a successful relaxed head first....I am rambling..

I have that same story from my last relaxer so I'm trying desperately to avoid it. I'm 9 weeks post and want to be a big girl and stretch to 16 weeks but like you, I lost a lot of hair. In order to avoid it, I'll have to thoroughly detangle from root to tip every week.

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[KiWiStyle]

@mschristine, 1tbsp salt is all that I used. It worked like a charm! I thank @shortdub78 for the recommendation.

I need to go back a few posts to see what this is all about...I am willing to try anything...Almost.

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[Evolving78]

I have that same story from my last relaxer so I'm trying desperately to avoid it. I'm 9 weeks post and want to be a big girl and stretch to 16 weeks but like you, I lost a lot of hair. In order to avoid it, I'll have to thoroughly detangle from root to tip every week.

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Lightly going over your hair with the flat iron might help too. Got that from @ divachyck. Also I have my hair in. Four sections. For each section, I section off a small part and detangle. It takes longer, but I can get to the roots better. I plan on stretching again. I'm really trying to go for more thickness

 

[KiWiStyle]

Lightly going over your hair with the flat iron might help too. Got that from @ divachyck. Also I have my hair in. Four sections. For each section, I section off a small part and detangle. It takes longer, but I can get to the roots better. I plan on stretching again. I'm really trying to go for more thickness

I know she have me that same tip and like a fool, I thought I wouldn't have too. I know better now. I'm going to have to go back to the basics and stop being lazy. I use to wash in four sections like you suggest but stopped...herein lies part of the problem I guess. Thanks!

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SINGS: "Guess who finally made MBL, I DID...I DID!"

 

[sunnieb]

Luprisi baddison divachyk, Luprisi, DominicanBrazilian82, Nix08, Cherry89, Jobwright, pre_medicalrulz

Checking in!

I've been super lazy with my hair lately! Since I relaxed bone straight, my roots are still straight-ish and I don't have to do much.

I really need to get back in here to get inspired. How are ya'll?

 

[Beamodel]

Congrats EnExitStageLeft

 

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Beamodel Thanks girl!

 

[Evolving78]

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SINGS: "Guess who finally made MBL, I DID...I DID!"

Congrats love! I can't see the pics right now, but I'm sure it is pretty!

 

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shortdub78

Thanks Girl!

 

[JudithO]

Who is relaxing at the end of this month... I need a buddy!!

 

[KDReese23]

I have that same story from my last relaxer so I'm trying desperately to avoid it. I'm 9 weeks post and want to be a big girl and stretch to 16 weeks but like you, I lost a lot of hair. In order to avoid it, I'll have to thoroughly detangle from root to tip every week.

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I soooo admire you ladies that can stretch for long periods of time. I can only make it to 8 weeks and it's terrible. I always try to keep going but I think it's impractical for me.

 

[KDReese23]

Beamodel Thanks girl!

Can you tell me what the difference between a texturizer and relaxer, and why you chose that process?

 

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KDReese23

The difference between is the strength. Texturizers are extremely mild and do not process straight, this is also the reason i choose it. I hope this helps.

 

[KiWiStyle]

xu93texas KiWiStyle shortdub78 yoli184 Altruisticoam soonergirl SunySydeofLyfe Cattypus1 SINGS: "Guess who finally made MBL, I DID...I DID!"

EnExitStageLeft CONGRATULATIONS!!! You must be thrilled...WL will be a breeze for you .

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[SunySydeofLyfe]

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SINGS: "Guess who finally made MBL, I DID...I DID!"

Congratulations. How do you plan on transitioning? Mini chop or bc eventually? I'm already on the verge of chickening out....

 

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SunySydeofLyfe

I plan to to do a mini chop back to Full BSL or MBL in December. I will then then maintain MBL until my natural hair is at APL Straighten. Once I'm APL Straighten....BIG CHOP TIME!

 

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KiWiStyle

I was sooooo happy. I didn't think I would, but when I seen it I happy danced my life away

 

[baddison]

Luprisi baddison divachyk, Luprisi, DominicanBrazilian82, Nix08, Cherry89, Jobwright, pre_medicalrulz

Checking in!

I've been super lazy with my hair lately! Since I relaxed bone straight, my roots are still straight-ish and I don't have to do much.

I really need to get back in here to get inspired. How are ya'll?

Hanging in there. Been applying NJOY's growth concoction regularly, 3X's per week. NG...is starting to have some teeth. Just PS'ing til December really. I think I'm at BSL already, but I'll just hold off til the end of the year for the great reveal!!

 

[baddison]

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SINGS: "Guess who finally made MBL, I DID...I DID!"

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Congratulations to you!!!

 

[Jobwright]

Congrats EnExitStageLeft!!!!!
sunnieb I am still working on getting to APL and knowing my hairs needs, protein/moisture balance, styling with less manipulation, etc. I struggle sometimes wanted to relax, but really wanna stretch to keep my thin strands as thick as possible before chemically processing again (if that makes sense). I'm trying to hold out till December, but Sally just keeps calling my name! LOL I am feeling good though and have been getting compliments almost daily on How long my hair is getting. Even though it's not super long like some of you Diva's here, I'm retaining better than I ever have before. So glad I'm here! Excited to see where I go!

 

[DominicanBrazilian82]

@Luprisi @baddison @divachyk, @Luprisi, @DominicanBrazilian82, @Nix08, @Cherry89, @Jobwright, @pre_medicalrulz

Checking in!

I've been super lazy with my hair lately! Since I relaxed bone straight, my roots are still straight-ish and I don't have to do much.

I really need to get back in here to get inspired. How are ya'll?

Lazy isn't even the word chile @sunnieb. I haven't relaxed at all yet. I'm 27 weeks on Saturday. I have been blow drying, flat ironing and wrapping. Hair has held up pretty well. Havent been doing much DC'ing or pre-pooing, but all that I did before is helping my hair maintain moisture; which I must admit is doing really well. I will relax, not transitioning like @EnExitStageLeft... although I probably could at this point. Will relax when I have the time and strength.

I will be doing my 2-Step this week. Most likely Wednesday. I'm gonna try to do them every 6 weeks. I may relax the week after that. But we will see.

 

[naija24]

8 weeks post tomorrow. make or break time...

i could use a buddy to help me stretch to 12 weeks..

 

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baddison and Jobwright

Thanks Ladies! and Baddison your BSL ALREADY?! If you tell me your secret I'll be your bestie forever!

DominicanBrazilian82

I can only imagine how awesome your hair is going to be! I can't wait for your reveal.

 

[sunnieb]

Who is relaxing at the end of this month... I need a buddy!!

8 weeks post tomorrow. make or break time...

i could use a buddy to help me stretch to 12 weeks..

JudithO naija24 ya'll seem to be close in relaxer dates. Buddy up!

 

[naija24]

JudithO naija24 ya'll seem to be close in relaxer dates. Buddy up!

Thanks sunnieb.

JudithO, whoot!! What day/week do you plan to relax? I want this next relaxer to be my first DIY touch up. Very nervous!

 

[JudithO]

naija24 Last day of this month... or as close to that as posible. Good luck girl on self relaxing.

 

[naija24]

naija24 Last day of this month... or as close to that as posible. Good luck girl on self relaxing.

JudithO okay cool. I haven't stretched to 10 weeks in more than a year so it would be interesting to see how my new growth looks at that stage. For me, I don't trust myself self-relaxing unless I have a crap ton of very obvious new growth. And I want to be skimming shoulder length next time I relax.

So okay, I'll aim for November 1.