2014 Relaxed Hair Buddy Thread

[cocoberry]

I only see one positive review for the iPhone app. I've only been using since 1/01, but it's a very helpful app. There's a diary, calendar, reminders, a place for photos, growth stats and tracker, products, and a place for notes. I also started a profile for my daughter as well.

I'm gonna try it. Couldn't hurt to have it all in one place. I have every other app on my phone. Plus, I need to put my pictures in chronological order.

 

[nappytherapy]

Cattypus1
xu93texas
shortdub78
EnExitStageLeft
KiWiStyle
lamaria211
soonergirl
317537
nappytherapy
kukaberry

Ladies I need serious help...I am trying to formulate a regimen and I am not even sure I am doing the right things. I am only 3 weeks post, prior to that I was natural for 7 yrs. What are the must have components (products) to a relaxed girl's regimen? Here is what I know thus far

1. Moisture
2. Protein
3. Protect the ends

Is there anything I am missing?
What products are you using?

I have fine hair so butters don't work for me, tight styles are a no no...

 

[Evolving78]

Cattypus1
xu93texas
shortdub78
EnExitStageLeft
KiWiStyle
lamaria211
soonergirl
317537
nappytherapy
kukaberry

Ladies I need serious help...I am trying to formulate a regimen and I am not even sure I am doing the right things. I am only 3 weeks post, prior to that I was natural for 7 yrs. What are the must have components (products) to a relaxed girl's regimen? Here is what I know thus far

1. Moisture
2. Protein
3. Protect the ends

Is there anything I am missing?
What products are you using?

I have fine hair so butters don't work for me, tight styles are a no no...

i am a fine relaxed head too!
you need a good leave-in. i use Keracare leave-in and i use different serums.

i use CHI Silk infusion on recent relaxed hair. i use Fantasia IC Heat Protectant Serum. both on damp hair to give slip for detangling.

i use Silk Dreams for moisture. if i need something lighter when i first relax, i use NTM Silk leave-in.

i use Silk Dreams Nourish Oil to seal my ends

i use Aphogee 2 min reconstructor if i am in need of protein. but I also have Silk Dreams conditioner, the wheat germ leave-in and i also use Nairobi conditioner. these all have some form of protein. Silk Dreams is more of a silk protein. i think with fine hair, their is a delicate balance when it comes to protein and moisture. like you don't need to deep conditioner your hair for hours and you don't need to baggy your hair. if you have a shampoo and conditioner that is balance in moisture and protein, you shouldn't need much protein.

i also like liquid moisturizers. i have one by Silk Dreams and I have one by Wave Nouveau. i spray, add oil, then i use a cream (lightly).

 

[Altruisticoam]

Altruisticoam
Cattypus1
xu93texas
shortdub78
EnExitStageLeft
KiWiStyle
lamaria211
soonergirl
317537
nappytherapy
kukaberry

I am thinking I am going to relax tonight....my mom took the tub last night but I am so tempted to go get it and get this hair tamed.....I just calculated 11 weeks this Friday. I wanted to go at least 12...Who is TU soon??

I'm 10 weeks tomorrow and still going strong. I brought a filtered shower head and my hair thanked me during yesterday's wash.

I'm rocking two French braids and thinking of wigging it out until I find a stylist.

 

[Altruisticoam]

Cattypus1
xu93texas
shortdub78
EnExitStageLeft
KiWiStyle
lamaria211
soonergirl
317537
nappytherapy
kukaberry

Ladies I need serious help...I am trying to formulate a regimen and I am not even sure I am doing the right things. I am only 3 weeks post, prior to that I was natural for 7 yrs. What are the must have components (products) to a relaxed girl's regimen? Here is what I know thus far

1. Moisture
2. Protein
3. Protect the ends

Is there anything I am missing?
What products are you using?

I have fine hair so butters don't work for me, tight styles are a no no...

I keep my products pretty simple and I only use products I can buy locally ( I don't like waiting lol)

My staple leave in is the cantu Shea butter leave in. The consistency is pretty light

My staple protein is the apogee 2 min reconstructer

Currently I'm trying to stick with one system so I've been using the l'oreal total repair 5 shampoo, conditioner and deep conditioner

To moisture I use either scurl or ors moisturizing lotion

And to seal I'm really feeling the Africa's best ultimate herbal oil

Nothing fancy but I hope it's helpful

 

[3jsmom]

I missed this again

Good Luck ladies, I will be stalking from afar

 

[xu93texas]

nappytherapy, Hey, I'll be 3 weeks post tomorrow. I agree with the others to keep it simple. I think a basic regimen should have a moisturizing sulfate-free shampoo, a moisturizing DC, a light protein conditioner such as Aphogee 2 minute, a good leave in-conditioner, and any styling products like a foam wrap lotion for rollersetting or wrapping. Maybe look into adding a clarifying shampoo and a heavy protein treatment. l Also add a moisturizer and an oil to seal several times a week.

Right now I shampoo and DC every Sunday. I co-wash and DC on Wednesday. I'm currently using CD Monoi products, Redken anti-snap, Mizani Thermasmooth serum, Shescentit Blueberry co-wash and Redken Extreme Strengths Builder plus(I use this once or twice a month). I also use Shescentit Seyani Hair butter and Claudie's Daily Satin moisturizer.

 

[xu93texas]

I missed this again Good Luck ladies, I will be stalking from afar

What did you miss? Do you need a buddy? When did u relax? You can join anytime

 

[cocoberry]

Cattypus1
xu93texas
shortdub78
EnExitStageLeft
KiWiStyle
lamaria211
soonergirl
317537
nappytherapy
kukaberry

Ladies I need serious help...I am trying to formulate a regimen and I am not even sure I am doing the right things. I am only 3 weeks post, prior to that I was natural for 7 yrs. What are the must have components (products) to a relaxed girl's regimen? Here is what I know thus far

1. Moisture
2. Protein
3. Protect the ends

Is there anything I am missing?
What products are you using?

I have fine hair so butters don't work for me, tight styles are a no no...

I don't think there is a right or wrong unless something is damaging your hair but this is what I use:
Yes to Carrots shampoo (sulfate free and my hair likes it)
Shea Moisture Yucca and Baobab Volumizing Conditioner (my hair is thin/fine)
I add powdered gelatin to my conditoner to thicken it further
ORS Hair Mayonaise for deep conditioning (15 min w/ hooded dryer)
Shea Moisture Yucca and Baobab Thickening Growth Milk (leave-in)
I alternate between coconut oil and EVOO.
I do a protein treatment with Aphogee 2-step every 6 weeks.

When my hair is straight the only thing I put in it after rinsing out my deep conditioner is Chi Straight Guard (heat protectant) and ORS Glossing Polisher (for flyaways).

 

[3jsmom]

What did you miss? Do you need a buddy? When did u relax? You can join anytime

I haven't relaxed yet, I thought if you didn't have a buddy already couldn't join.

 

[divachyk]

Where my buds at? How are yall doing?

 

[xu93texas]

I haven't relaxed yet, I thought if you didn't have a buddy already couldn't join.

When do you plan to relax?

 

[gorjis1]

Hi...I am looking for a hair buddy. I just started my journey last month. I am currently a little past neck length.

How many weeks post are you right now? 1 week post

How long are you stretching? Stretching does not work for me, so I relax every 6-8 weeks.

Any other info? I am struggling with itchy scalp and shedding.

 

[PrettyinPink001]

Where my buds at? How are yall doing?

Im doing good....does your new growth ever make your head tender???

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[317537]

I'm relaxing tomorrow at 14 weeks. Going to stylist for the 2nd time. He used Mizani butter blends on me last time and cut about 1-2inches. I usually stretch fir about 20 weeks so this is a little early for me

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[coolsista-paris]

i really need a buddy .... im still a bit lost as a new relaxed head ( relaxed end of november) .....


How many weeks post are you right now?
8 weeks post today. ( coming from a virgin relaxer)

How long are you stretching?
im new to this so im not sure yet but i hope to hold on until april making that about 16 weeks ( this is my first stretch ever)!

Any other info?
i have fine to medium hair. im growing out my crown that had breakage ànd is shorter than yhe rest. i still dont know what products will give me the moisturized hair i want. im lost but but new to this.

 

[KiWiStyle]

Cattypus1 xu93texas shortdub78 EnExitStageLeft SunySydeofLyfe lamaria211 soonergirl 317537 nappytherapy kukaberry Hi ladies!! I got my relaxer today and I have no idea how I've progressed in length. I had her just put in some curls. I'm going to baby the crap out of my texlaxed hair and especially my crown and the area just above my nape. Those areas suffered the most breakage over time due to not properly caring for my new texture. Can't have any lazy days as a texlaxed gal with fine hair. Anyhoo, I'll maintain the curls for a few days and then pin it up until my next wash day. I'm working more so I'll need to do my hair more often so roller setting will be more often, unfortunately I'll have to flat iron the front. I'll see how long that lasts, I tend to change my mind as often as I change my undies ). Altruisticoam

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[Altruisticoam]

Cattypus1 xu93texas shortdub78 EnExitStageLeft SunySydeofLyfe lamaria211 soonergirl 317537 nappytherapy kukaberry Hi ladies!! I got my relaxer today and I have no idea how I've progressed in length. I had her just put in some curls. I'm going to baby the crap out of my texlaxed hair and especially my crown and the area just above my nape. Those areas suffered the most breakage over time due to not properly caring for my new texture. Can't have any lazy days as a texlaxed gal with fine hair. Anyhoo, I'll maintain the curls for a few days and then pin it up until my next wash day. I'm working more so I'll need to do my hair more often so roller setting will be more often, unfortunately I'll have to flat iron the front. I'll see how long that lasts, I tend to change my mind as often as I change my undies ). Altruisticoam

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Pics please

 

[KiWiStyle]

Pics please

There really isn't anything to look at because my curls are tight. Here is a pic of a stretched curl,
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[ckisland]

i really need a buddy .... im still a bit lost as a new relaxed head ( relaxed end of november) .....


How many weeks post are you right now?
8 weeks post today. ( coming from a virgin relaxer)

How long are you stretching?
im new to this so im not sure yet but i hope to hold on until april making that about 16 weeks ( this is my first stretch ever)!

Any other info?
i have fine to medium hair. im growing out my crown that had breakage ànd is shorter than yhe rest. i still dont know what products will give me the moisturized hair i want. im lost but but new to this.

coolsista-paris
Girl, I had pre-buddied you awhile ago
tapioca_pudding Saludable84 kukaberry nappytherapy
There are so many buddy groups in here

 

[Saludable84]

Where my buds at? How are yall doing?

Being lazy lol.

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[Altruisticoam]

There really isn't anything to look at because my curls are tight. Here is a pic of a stretched curl,

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Nice length...looks good!

 

[KiWiStyle]

Hey ladies, I just wanted to break the monotony a bit and add some fun! So, what is your favorite space in your house and why? Please share pics if you want!

I'll start!

My favorite space in my home is my home office. I love it because it exudes Kiwi! I love my custom Tiffany blue wall color, my desk is AWSOME because it is large and there is a drawer with these little dividers that perfectly fits everything! My IMac is my dream come true for all obvious reasons! I also utilize a corner for my Pibbs and pro-steamer! I can be me here without having to worry about it being to girly or it being too grown-up, it's uniquely me. From my dress form where I proudly display dresses I never wear to my Display of Audrey Hepburn and Items relating to Paris, Tiffany's and such!! I love everything here and it's all my very own space and not to be shared with no one else!!!

A bonus is my walk-in closet that I happily took possession of after we bought the house back on 2006 and allowed my DH to enjoy the tiny closet in out master bedroom ).

I can get lots or a little work done here and that's ok because I'm the BOSS!!

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[xu93texas]

sunnieb,

I think we need to do a roll call. I see several people in multiple groups. Just so we know who our buddies are. Our group is huge and I don't know who to keep up with . What do you ladies think?

 

[Nix08]

Being lazy lol.

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Ditto

 

[tapioca_pudding]

Just trying to keep this hair on my head until my next relaxer lol. Trying to figure out which relaxer to use next go round. I have about 3 weeks to decide.

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[Fashionista]

Is it too late to join? I could use hair buddies to get through this hair journey.


How many weeks post are you right now?
I am two weeks post relaxer.

How long are you stretching?
The earliest I will relax is 8 weeks post. Although I would prefer to stretch for longer periods, because of my short style my hair starts to look a H.A.M. if I go longer than 10 weeks. I also start seeing a lot of breakage past 10 weeks.

Any other info?
I am currently at ear length with a goal of reaching thick and healthy all around shoulder length by the end of the year. The crown area is my problem spot (thin, dry, slow growing and breaks often). My hair type is 4a-z. I am also working on getting my body in shape by my birthday in December.

Happy growing ladies!

Here is a pic of my current length:

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[Altruisticoam]

Hey ladies, I just wanted to break the monotony a bit and add some fun! So, what is your favorite space in your house and why? Please share pics if you want!

I'll start!

My favorite space in my home is my home office. I love it because it exudes Kiwi! I love my custom Tiffany blue wall color, my desk is AWSOME because it is large and there is a drawer with these little dividers that perfectly fits everything! My IMac is my dream come true for all obvious reasons! I also utilize a corner for my Pibbs and pro-steamer! I can be me here without having to worry about it being to girly or it being too grown-up, it's uniquely me. From my dress form where I proudly display dresses I never wear to my Display of Audrey Hepburn and Items relating to Paris, Tiffany's and such!! I love everything here and it's all my very own space and not to be shared with no one else!!!

A bonus is my walk-in closet that I happily took possession of after we bought the house back on 2006 and allowed my DH to enjoy the tiny closet in out master bedroom ).

I can get lots or a little work done here and that's ok because I'm the BOSS!!

Sent from my iPhone using LHCF

I'm absolutely in love with your desk...so cute

I haven't really finished decorating and I'm still in the process of convincing my husband that I need a home gym lol

But I would have to say that my favorite space is the kitchen. I love baking (can't you see how in love I am with my kitchenaid) and the fact that I have soooo much counter space

Don't mind the step stool, I can't reach the top shelves without it.

 

[KiWiStyle]

I'm absolutely in love with your desk...so cute I haven't really finished decorating and I'm still in the process of convincing my husband that I need a home gym lol But I would have to say that my favorite space is the kitchen. I love baking (can't you see how in love I am with my kitchenaid) and the fact that I have soooo much counter space Don't mind the step stool, I can't reach the top shelves without it.

Thanks, that desk is everything to me! I love your space!! I see you have a U shaped work space...LOVE! I have that mixer on my buy list...the colors it comes in are endless and I think I'll get the light green or yellow one. Sent from my iPhone using LHCF

 

[Saludable84]

I'm absolutely in love with your desk...so cute I haven't really finished decorating and I'm still in the process of convincing my husband that I need a home gym lol But I would have to say that my favorite space is the kitchen. I love baking (can't you see how in love I am with my kitchenaid) and the fact that I have soooo much counter space Don't mind the step stool, I can't reach the top shelves without it.

I have that mixer. My husband bought it for me, but somehow he uses it way more than me. I love that mixer. It does everything.

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