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[LivinMyLifeLikeItsGolden]

On the shedding, if it's excessive, I've always heard that may be a signal you need some protein. On the breakage, I've hears that was a signal you might need moisture. You got both, so I don't know. I think it's normal to have some breakage and shedding during detangling, tho-, so you may be OK. You detangle in the shower, I see.

What are you pre-pooing with?
Maybe you have too many DC's going? What are you using to DC? Why are you doing 3x per week?

I know the more I leave my hair (and nails) alone, the better it is. low manipulation always works wonders for me. Maybe you are doing too much? I dunno?

One of my FOTKI friends was telling me about oil rinses and how she pretty much has stopped the breakage from detangling by doing these...

Sareca had a good thread on it: http://www.longhaircareforum.com/showthread.php?t=150965 and here's the process:

1. Rinse (or shampoo) your hair
2. Coat in your favorite oil (I've used olive, jojoba, castor, meadowfoam, dabur alma, and aphogee EFA oil, red palm oil/butter--- my favorite is an amla, castor mix)
3. Rinse with warm/hot water
4. Apply conditioner
5. Rinse with cool/cold water
6. Apply leave-in
7. Seal

The part that makes it an oil rinse is using conditioner to help rinse some of the oil from your hair. Everything else is just a pre-poo, hot oil treatment, or an oil wash.

I am going to try these. Maybe try it with olive oil bc it's cheap and see does that help with detangling and losing less hair.



I'm glad you stopped! Can't wait to see those waves gorwing out in full effect.

Thanks for your reply and info.
I am prepooing with either conditioner, homemade treatments (avocado,yogurt, EVOO, honey, banana), oils... pretty much whatever.
I am a compulsive DCer...I think at first I was doing it to add moisture in after my BC, but now, just because I love using products to be honest.
I actually did an oil rinse today and have done them a couple times. I don't have a hard time detangling, just notice alot of hair...which may not be a lot, I just feel that way. My hair has been growing like a weed though, and I am very happy with my progress, just trying to avoid any setbacks.
I am going to cut back on DCing to 2x week and see how my hair does. Thanks for your help

 

[FindingMe]

WOW
FindingMe and Soleil, your twists are gorgeous! I am seriously in awe. I wish my hair were longer so that my twists could look as nice!

I tried twisting last night. It was the first time I did my entire head. They were medium sized. They DEFINITELY did NOT come out as nice as yours (you ladies) they were basically... a hot mess

BUT

in the process, I found an amazing moisturizing combination! I thought my hair didn't really like shea butter, but last night, I used this Ojon moisturizer thingie that I have (it looks like mud that just melts in your hands and turns into an oil) and mixed it with a wee bit of shea butter in my hands and rubbed into my damp hair and twists. SUPER moisturizing! slightly oily, but I am very very happy to have discovered this.

I took out my twists about an hour ago. More hot mess, but I was amazed with the softness. It makes me really inspired/motivated to learn how to do twists that can be worn out

THANKS! Sounds like you have the OJON Restorative Treatment. That's good stuff, man!!! Now that you mention it, I was just reading up online bc I am trying to simplify my regi and use up all my PJ stash. SO, I found the OJON and decided that I am going to use it up since it cost a grip.

ETA: Plus, it REALLY did add a ton of moisture back into my hair. On the real...

Thanks for your reply and info.
I am prepooing with either conditioner, homemade treatments (avocado,yogurt, EVOO, honey, banana), oils... pretty much whatever.
I am a compulsive DCer...I think at first I was doing it to add moisture in after my BC, but now, just because I love using products to be honest.
I actually did an oil rinse today and have done them a couple times. I don't have a hard time detangling, just notice alot of hair...which may not be a lot, I just feel that way. My hair has been growing like a weed though, and I am very happy with my progress, just trying to avoid any setbacks.
I am going to cut back on DCing to 2x week and see how my hair does. Thanks for your help

Me thinketh you have perpetual hand in hair disease! It sounds like you are using good stuff with a good balance, but to even do a DC or wash, etc. you have to manipulate the hair. I just think you might be manipulating it too much. I think cutting down on the DCs is a good idea. Let us know how it works out for you.

OT, ladies: Here is my new regi that I am going to do for 1 month to test. Once per week:
1) pre-poo with OJON, then
2) wash with a diluted Dr. Bronner's Castile soap rinse,
3) then add olive oil for oil rinse to detangle/comb,
4) then rinse and condition (Nautre's Gate Organic Aloe Mositurizing) and follow with
5) cool water rinse
6) Add Afroveda Curly Custard + KBB Super Silky and twist wet. Air Dry.

DC 1x per week with a good protein or reconstructive conditioner. Mist Jojoba Oil for sheen dryness during the week.

I am going to try and use up my protein conditioners. They have cones, so we'll see how I fare after a month (or even before, if I have issues)...
my story and I'm sticking to it...

 

[vivEz daNs lamouR]

Hey ladies!

I put in some bantu knots tonight, got a little lazy and didn't feel like doing TST's (although they've been my style of choice for the last 2 weeks or so). I'll post pics when I take them down.

I'm also in the market for some new hair washing products since the change of seasons is fast approaching... contemplating the DevaCare line, has anyone used their products before? I figure if I stick with them and Qhemet I should make it through the NYC winters.

 

[countrychickd]

I know! Mine is growing as well! I have over an inch in most areas on my head. I am waiting until the Recent BC No-Snip Challenge ends though at the beginning of the year before I do any kind of comparison. I figure I should have 2-3 more by the time the challenge

Speaking of the Recent BC No-Snip Challenge. How is everyone doing? Anyone have the urge to snip, cut, trim or shape?

I don't, but I think I got all mine out before the challenge and am missing my length, so anxious to see some growth!



hmmm, I didn't even know there was such a thread. Off to look it up and lurk for a minute... I will be in this thread until it falls off and people stop posting, however. I love the small little community we have going here...

I love this small community we have here as well. I think it's comforting knowing that we're all experiencing the same things...even though we're dealing with different lengths of hair. Whenever, if ever, this thread goes dead, then I'll switch over.

I'm anxious to see some growth too. People that don't see me often have noticed my hair growth every time they see me. I'm noticing it too slowly with the styling of my hair.

As far as the no-snip challenge, I have done great. No snipping or cutting of any kind. The front of my hair is still acting funny...I know it's scab hair, but I've come to the conclusion that I have to deal with it...so I'll be cutting it away slowly once the challenge ends.

Hey ladies!

I put in some bantu knots tonight, got a little lazy and didn't feel like doing TST's (although they've been my style of choice for the last 2 weeks or so). I'll post pics when I take them down.

I'm also in the market for some new hair washing products since the change of seasons is fast approaching... contemplating the DevaCare line, has anyone used their products before? I figure if I stick with them and Qhemet I should make it through the NYC winters.

I haven't used either products, but I've heard so many great things about them. HTH!

 

[Ltown]

Ok, Countychick, and Findingme I'll keep stalking here!

 

[bablou00]

Hey ladies just checkin in on y'all and I am seeing some major growth from you all...whoop whoop 2009 BCers ROCK
I have been in twist since the day I bc'd I feel like. But I am loving it due to my schedule and current lifestyle. If I didnt have my hair up I would probably be itching to get a relaxer back in my head....lol!! Only kidding I know for a fact that I will never go down that rode again. I have this fetish with my kinks now...I would be destroying my hair with HIH disease if my hair wasnt in twist.
I made a great detangling moisturizer for my hair that I tested this wknd when I retwisted some fuzzy twist. It contains filtered H20, glycerin, honeyquat, and grapeseed oil. Let me tell you how yummy this made my hair. I cant wait to try this when I do a wash and go. Ill let you ladies know how it turns out.
I am in twist for another 2wks, so that will make a month with touch ups at the 2wk mark!! I never thought they could last this long (or I would go this long w/o letting my hair out) but they did and I plan on going monthly like this for the remainder of my twist challenge. Its time for a protein treatment so I might do that next wknd

 

[Vonnieluvs08]

Me thinketh you have perpetual hand in hair disease! It sounds like you are using good stuff with a good balance, but to even do a DC or wash, etc. you have to manipulate the hair. I just think you might be manipulating it too much. I think cutting down on the DCs is a good idea. Let us know how it works out for you.

OT, ladies: Here is my new regi that I am going to do for 1 month to test. Once per week:
1) pre-poo with OJON, then
2) wash with a diluted Dr. Bronner's Castile soap rinse,
3) then add olive oil for oil rinse to detangle/comb,
4) then rinse and condition (Nautre's Gate Organic Aloe Mositurizing) and follow with
5) cool water rinse
6) Add Afroveda Curly Custard + KBB Super Silky and twist wet. Air Dry.

ITA with FM. LMLLIG you are digging in your head a bit too much. Because sometimes when we detangle we end up pulling out good hair esp if we hit knots or aren't being gently enough (which we all do from time to time I know I do). If you feel your moisture levels are down try putting in some twists for a few days then wear a twist out then CW. Let us know how things work out either way. HTH!

FM- I like your reggie. I need to start pre-pooing/oil rinsing again. I've been slacking on the pimping since I haven't felt like mixing up some oils. Also I was trying to invest in the Oil Mister you were talking about in the other thread but the only one I could find in BB&B was a silver one called Misto that was used for EVOO on food, salads, etc. It said that it was nonaerosol and wouldn't clog and gave a fine mist. Will this one work?

Going to go find the Natural Support Thread. I love it over here and my loyalties will not falter unless we stop posting (don't stop posting). I'm waiting for us to make those milestones (6mos, 1yr, 18mos, 2yrs, etc) and to see how far we have all come.

I was tempted to snip a couple days ago when I saw some heat damaged areas in the front and some straight ends in the back. I even thought to myself "no one will know" then I was like God would and I made a committment to follow my word in all aspects of life. I found this to be a test of my will and obedience and I was able to resist.

Still don't know what I'm going to do with my hair for the upcoming winter. I'm waiting for my butters to come (hopefully tomorrow!!) since I found my hair can tolerate them. I'm still deciding between Sengalese twists or continuing to do my own hair. I crave longer hair and a long lasting protective style and I know with the help of my LHCF sistas I can maintain them correctly. However I like doing my hair and learning more about it and what it can do. I'm so torn!!erplexed

 

[MummysGirl]

Stalker checking in! I hope you keep this thread alive for.... forever! LOL!

Seriously though, I like getting my daily fix

HHG Ladies!

 

[countrychickd]

Hey ladies just checkin in on y'all and I am seeing some major growth from you all...whoop whoop 2009 BCers ROCK
I have been in twist since the day I bc'd I feel like. But I am loving it due to my schedule and current lifestyle. If I didnt have my hair up I would probably be itching to get a relaxer back in my head....lol!! Only kidding I know for a fact that I will never go down that rode again. I have this fetish with my kinks now...I would be destroying my hair with HIH disease if my hair wasnt in twist.
I made a great detangling moisturizer for my hair that I tested this wknd when I retwisted some fuzzy twist. It contains filtered H20, glycerin, honeyquat, and grapeseed oil. Let me tell you how yummy this made my hair. I cant wait to try this when I do a wash and go. Ill let you ladies know how it turns out.
I am in twist for another 2wks, so that will make a month with touch ups at the 2wk mark!! I never thought they could last this long (or I would go this long w/o letting my hair out) but they did and I plan on going monthly like this for the remainder of my twist challenge. Its time for a protein treatment so I might do that next wknd

Girl, your twists are so cute! You're doing a great job with them, and they are lasting so well. Make sure you let us know about that mixture.

ITA with FM. LMLLIG you are digging in your head a bit too much. Because sometimes when we detangle we end up pulling out good hair esp if we hit knots or aren't being gently enough (which we all do from time to time I know I do). If you feel your moisture levels are down try putting in some twists for a few days then wear a twist out then CW. Let us know how things work out either way. HTH!

FM- I like your reggie. I need to start pre-pooing/oil rinsing again. I've been slacking on the pimping since I haven't felt like mixing up some oils. Also I was trying to invest in the Oil Mister you were talking about in the other thread but the only one I could find in BB&B was a silver one called Misto that was used for EVOO on food, salads, etc. It said that it was nonaerosol and wouldn't clog and gave a fine mist. Will this one work?

Going to go find the Natural Support Thread. I love it over here and my loyalties will not falter unless we stop posting (don't stop posting). I'm waiting for us to make those milestones (6mos, 1yr, 18mos, 2yrs, etc) and to see how far we have all come.

I was tempted to snip a couple days ago when I saw some heat damaged areas in the front and some straight ends in the back. I even thought to myself "no one will know" then I was like God would and I made a committment to follow my word in all aspects of life. I found this to be a test of my will and obedience and I was able to resist.

Still don't know what I'm going to do with my hair for the upcoming winter. I'm waiting for my butters to come (hopefully tomorrow!!) since I found my hair can tolerate them. I'm still deciding between Sengalese twists or continuing to do my own hair. I crave longer hair and a long lasting protective style and I know with the help of my LHCF sistas I can maintain them correctly. However I like doing my hair and learning more about it and what it can do. I'm so torn!!erplexed

I've yet to determine exactly what I'm going to do during the winter months. I'm thinking that I'll just be doing twist outs as I've started already. I doubt my hair will be long enough for protective styling....maybe some head wraps, but that's the extent of that. I could do some kinky twists though. Something to really think about . What butters have you ordered? I'm sorry if I missed that post.

Stalker checking in! I hope you keep this thread alive for.... forever! LOL!

Seriously though, I like getting my daily fix

HHG Ladies!

Girl, you know you're a part of this thread. We enjoy having you here too girl. Don't leave us!

 

[FindingMe]

Hey ladies!

I put in some bantu knots tonight, got a little lazy and didn't feel like doing TST's (although they've been my style of choice for the last 2 weeks or so). I'll post pics when I take them down.

I'm also in the market for some new hair washing products since the change of seasons is fast approaching... contemplating the DevaCare line, has anyone used their products before? I figure if I stick with them and Qhemet I should make it through the NYC winters.

I tried DevaCare No Poo and the DevaCare One Condition based on some RAVE reviews by some folks on here. They did absolutely nothing for me. I didn't like the way the No Poo didn't lather. My head never felt clean to me. I prefer Dr. Bronner's or a nice shampoo bar to the DevaCare line. I really think it just depends on you and what your hair needs. Also if you have hard water, they don't work as well, either. But that goes for all non-sulfate poo-type products. I'll keep trying to use it up (bc it wasn't cheap...), but it hasn't done anything for me so far...

Hey ladies just checkin in on y'all and I am seeing some major growth from you all...whoop whoop 2009 BCers ROCK
I have been in twist since the day I bc'd I feel like. But I am loving it due to my schedule and current lifestyle. If I didnt have my hair up I would probably be itching to get a relaxer back in my head....lol!! Only kidding I know for a fact that I will never go down that rode again. I have this fetish with my kinks now...I would be destroying my hair with HIH disease if my hair wasnt in twist.
I made a great detangling moisturizer for my hair that I tested this wknd when I retwisted some fuzzy twist. It contains filtered H20, glycerin, honeyquat, and grapeseed oil. Let me tell you how yummy this made my hair. I cant wait to try this when I do a wash and go. Ill let you ladies know how it turns out.
I am in twist for another 2wks, so that will make a month with touch ups at the 2wk mark!! I never thought they could last this long (or I would go this long w/o letting my hair out) but they did and I plan on going monthly like this for the remainder of my twist challenge. Its time for a protein treatment so I might do that next wknd

I concure! "whoop whoop 2009 BCers ROCK" Take some pics and let us know abut your interesting mix after you use in on your WnG. I think your hair is SOOOOO pretty! I always look forward to seing your pics.

ITA with FM. LMLLIG you are digging in your head a bit too much. Because sometimes when we detangle we end up pulling out good hair esp if we hit knots or aren't being gently enough (which we all do from time to time I know I do). If you feel your moisture levels are down try putting in some twists for a few days then wear a twist out then CW. Let us know how things work out either way. HTH!

FM- I like your reggie. I need to start pre-pooing/oil rinsing again. I've been slacking on the pimping since I haven't felt like mixing up some oils. Also I was trying to invest in the Oil Mister you were talking about in the other thread but the only one I could find in BB&B was a silver one called Misto that was used for EVOO on food, salads, etc. It said that it was nonaerosol and wouldn't clog and gave a fine mist. Will this one work?

Going to go find the Natural Support Thread. I love it over here and my loyalties will not falter unless we stop posting (don't stop posting). I'm waiting for us to make those milestones (6mos, 1yr, 18mos, 2yrs, etc) and to see how far we have all come.

I was tempted to snip a couple days ago when I saw some heat damaged areas in the front and some straight ends in the back. I even thought to myself "no one will know" then I was like God would and I made a committment to follow my word in all aspects of life. I found this to be a test of my will and obedience and I was able to resist.

Still don't know what I'm going to do with my hair for the upcoming winter. I'm waiting for my butters to come (hopefully tomorrow!!) since I found my hair can tolerate them. I'm still deciding between Sengalese twists or continuing to do my own hair. I crave longer hair and a long lasting protective style and I know with the help of my LHCF sistas I can maintain them correctly. However I like doing my hair and learning more about it and what it can do. I'm so torn!!erplexed

I am new to pre-poos and oil rinsing but, reading about it, it seems to be EXACTLY what my hair needs.

The oil mister that I have is for food as well. It's made for olive oil spraying. It gives a fine mist, very similiar to aerosol. Amazon.com has a ton of them (1st 7 on list): http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_ss?url=search-alias=aps&field-keywords=oil+mister

ETA: I also just read some interesting things on oils. The only two readily available oils that I use that can be absorbed into the hair are coconut and olive. Jojoba, which I use mostly, does not readily absorb into the hair, but it does give a nice sheen and coats the hair and skin nicely bc it mimics natural sebum that is produced. I think I am going to switch to just alternating between olive oil and coconut oil for pre-poos, oil rinses and misting throughout the week for this reason.

What are Sengalese twists? Are they the same as kinky twists?

 

[NaturallyMo]

You guys are such a wealth of information. I want to look more into that oil rinse. I'm currently in the process of doing a set of small twists. I'm hoping to keep them in for 2 weeks, but realistically hopefully they'll last a whole week. I have terrible hands in hair syndrome and I get bored with styles very easy. Yesterday, I did a baking soda deep condish that consisted of 1 ORS replinishing pak, VO5 Moisture milks, honey and evoo. My hair felt lovely afterwards. I moisturized with my homemade moisture mix (which is a combo of things I'm trying to use up + glycerin and coconut oil) and sealed with my shea/mango butter mix. Then I let it air dry in big twists and combed it out to start the twists. I only got about 1.5 hrs of twisting done last night before I got sleepy. I think I may need to add something to my hair to help it hold because the twists are awfully soft right now. Who knows when I'll finish. Sometime today. I'll post pics as long as they don't look crappy.

 

[LivinMyLifeLikeItsGolden]

FindingMe & Vonnieluvs08 - you ladies are awesome. I do have severe hand in hair disease. I am trying really hard to cut back on manipulation. I have done twists..but they are U-G-L-Y, the ends always frizz out and they are all odd sizes...my head is to big and i have to much hair...that my story and I am sticking to it. LOL. wish I could just do some cornrows for a while.
Do you think I should cut back on cowashes to?

 

[bablou00]

Hey ladies!

I put in some bantu knots tonight, got a little lazy and didn't feel like doing TST's (although they've been my style of choice for the last 2 weeks or so). I'll post pics when I take them down.

I'm also in the market for some new hair washing products since the change of seasons is fast approaching... contemplating the DevaCare line, has anyone used their products before? I figure if I stick with them and Qhemet I should make it through the NYC winters.

I use Devacare products and I love them. I use one for cowashing and one for a leave in. I absolutely have had good results and get great slip from this line. I dont use shampoo so I havent used their shampoo!!! Let me know if you try it!!

 

[bablou00]

FindingMe & Vonnieluvs08 - you ladies are awesome. I do have severe hand in hair disease. I am trying really hard to cut back on manipulation. I have done twists..but they are U-G-L-Y, the ends always frizz out and they are all odd sizes...my head is to big and i have to much hair...that my story and I am sticking to it. LOL. wish I could just do some cornrows for a while.
Do you think I should cut back on cowashes to?

How are you doing your twist? Dry or wet? I find that when I retwist my hair and its dry my ends are very dry and horrible looking (IMO) but when my hair is dripping wet my ends look lovely

 

[LivinMyLifeLikeItsGolden]

THANKS! Sounds like you have the OJON Restorative Treatment. That's good stuff, man!!! Now that you mention it, I was just reading up online bc I am trying to simplify my regi and use up all my PJ stash. SO, I found the OJON and decided that I am going to use it up since it cost a grip.

ETA: Plus, it REALLY did add a ton of moisture back into my hair. On the real...




Me thinketh you have perpetual hand in hair disease! It sounds like you are using good stuff with a good balance, but to even do a DC or wash, etc. you have to manipulate the hair. I just think you might be manipulating it too much. I think cutting down on the DCs is a good idea. Let us know how it works out for you.

OT, ladies: Here is my new regi that I am going to do for 1 month to test. Once per week:
1) pre-poo with OJON, then
2) wash with a diluted Dr. Bronner's Castile soap rinse,
3) then add olive oil for oil rinse to detangle/comb,
4) then rinse and condition (Nautre's Gate Organic Aloe Mositurizing) and follow with
5) cool water rinse
6) Add Afroveda Curly Custard + KBB Super Silky and twist wet. Air Dry.

DC 1x per week with a good protein or reconstructive conditioner. Mist Jojoba Oil for sheen dryness during the week.

I am going to try and use up my protein conditioners. They have cones, so we'll see how I fare after a month (or even before, if I have issues)...
my story and I'm sticking to it...

ITA with FM. LMLLIG you are digging in your head a bit too much. Because sometimes when we detangle we end up pulling out good hair esp if we hit knots or aren't being gently enough (which we all do from time to time I know I do). If you feel your moisture levels are down try putting in some twists for a few days then wear a twist out then CW. Let us know how things work out either way. HTH!

FM- I like your reggie. I need to start pre-pooing/oil rinsing again. I've been slacking on the pimping since I haven't felt like mixing up some oils. Also I was trying to invest in the Oil Mister you were talking about in the other thread but the only one I could find in BB&B was a silver one called Misto that was used for EVOO on food, salads, etc. It said that it was nonaerosol and wouldn't clog and gave a fine mist. Will this one work?

Going to go find the Natural Support Thread. I love it over here and my loyalties will not falter unless we stop posting (don't stop posting). I'm waiting for us to make those milestones (6mos, 1yr, 18mos, 2yrs, etc) and to see how far we have all come.

I was tempted to snip a couple days ago when I saw some heat damaged areas in the front and some straight ends in the back. I even thought to myself "no one will know" then I was like God would and I made a committment to follow my word in all aspects of life. I found this to be a test of my will and obedience and I was able to resist.

Still don't know what I'm going to do with my hair for the upcoming winter. I'm waiting for my butters to come (hopefully tomorrow!!) since I found my hair can tolerate them. I'm still deciding between Sengalese twists or continuing to do my own hair. I crave longer hair and a long lasting protective style and I know with the help of my LHCF sistas I can maintain them correctly. However I like doing my hair and learning more about it and what it can do. I'm so torn!!erplexed

How are you doing your twist? Dry or wet? I find that when I retwist my hair and its dry my ends are very dry and horrible looking (IMO) but when my hair is dripping wet my ends look lovely

I have done them both ways. Usually starts off wet...but by the time I get through it's dry. Certain parts of my hair twists better than others. I have a hard time keeping the twists in the middle section of my hair too. I feel if I did them smaller they might look better, but that would take me forever and a day to finish uperplexed

 

[FindingMe]

You guys are such a wealth of information. I want to look more into that oil rinse. I'm currently in the process of doing a set of small twists. I'm hoping to keep them in for 2 weeks, but realistically hopefully they'll last a whole week. I have terrible hands in hair syndrome and I get bored with styles very easy. Yesterday, I did a baking soda deep condish that consisted of 1 ORS replinishing pak, VO5 Moisture milks, honey and evoo. My hair felt lovely afterwards. I moisturized with my homemade moisture mix (which is a combo of things I'm trying to use up + glycerin and coconut oil) and sealed with my shea/mango butter mix. Then I let it air dry in big twists and combed it out to start the twists. I only got about 1.5 hrs of twisting done last night before I got sleepy. I think I may need to add something to my hair to help it hold because the twists are awfully soft right now. Who knows when I'll finish. Sometime today. I'll post pics as long as they don't look crappy.

If my hair started out soft like that when i twisted, by day 5, it would have soaked up all that good moisture and normalized into it's regular coarse, porous self... Do you use butters? A good stiff butter might help add a little sumthin sumthin for twisting

ETA: Your locs were LOVELY! But so is your fro!

FindingMe & Vonnieluvs08 - you ladies are awesome. I do have severe hand in hair disease. I am trying really hard to cut back on manipulation. I have done twists..but they are U-G-L-Y, the ends always frizz out and they are all odd sizes...my head is to big and i have to much hair...that my story and I am sticking to it. LOL. wish I could just do some cornrows for a while.
Do you think I should cut back on cowashes to?

I have to do them wet or else I have brooms on the ends. I also have to add a little extra product to smooth, smooth, smooth, smooth the ends out with my fingers (and maybe a little extra distilled water from my spray bottle) to get them to coil. This is the only way I can get twists to hold. Otherwise, they unravel on me.

ETA: Try co-washing only once a week and maybe try doing the smaller twists to pin up/play with as a protective style until wash day and see what that does. Although you will see more shed hairs than you are used to if you wash less/further apart, so keep that in mind, too....

I use Devacare products and I love them. I use one for cowashing and one for a leave in. I absolutely have had good results and get great slip from this line. I dont use shampoo so I havent used their shampoo!!! Let me know if you try it!!

See... ^^ "rave" reviews^^ It really is trial and error finding something that works for you......

 

[Soliel185]

I went swimming with my twists and now they look more like kinky twists.

I actually prefer it to the really neat look. I think I will like that better when my hair is longer - b/c IMO it looks very regal.

I'm going to go back tonight and start redoing them and braiding the roots, b/c the frizz up there is b-a-n-a-n-a-s. If I can remember I will take a pic before I start. They will still be puffy when I redo, but the roots will be much more contained so I can wear them longer.

 

[FindingMe]

I went swimming with my twists and now they look more like kinky twists.

I actually prefer it to the really neat look. I think I will like that better when my hair is longer - b/c IMO it looks very regal.

I'm going to go back tonight and start redoing them and braiding the roots, b/c the frizz up there is b-a-n-a-n-a-s. If I can remember I will take a pic before I start. They will still be puffy when I redo, but the roots will be much more contained so I can wear them longer.

plz try not to forget bc I wanna see. I am flirting with the idea of kinky twists for the winter months...

 

[bablou00]

See... ^^ "rave" reviews^^ It really is trial and error finding something that works for you......[/QUOTE]

Yes its def. trial and error on all products. Everyones hair responds differently...it just sucks we have to put money into figuring that out....lol

 

[LivinMyLifeLikeItsGolden]

If my hair started out soft like that when i twisted, by day 5, it would have soaked up all that good moisture and normalized into it's regular coarse, porous self... Do you use butters? A good stiff butter might help add a little sumthin sumthin for twisting

ETA: Your locs were LOVELY! But so is your fro!



I have to do them wet or else I have brooms on the ends. I also have to add a little extra product to smooth, smooth, smooth, smooth the ends out with my fingers (and maybe a little extra distilled water from my spray bottle) to get them to coil. This is the only way I can get twists to hold. Otherwise, they unravel on me.

ETA: Try co-washing only once a week and maybe try doing the smaller twists to pin up/play with as a protective style until wash day and see what that does. Although you will see more shed hairs than you are used to if you wash less/further apart, so keep that in mind, too....



See... ^^ "rave" reviews^^ It really is trial and error finding something that works for you......

Ya, I will adjust my routine...especially with winter coming up....cowashing once a week, might just put my into rehab...i love my cowashes...LOL. maybe 2-3 x week....I am hopeless. Thank for your help

 

[FindingMe]

See... ^^ "rave" reviews^^ It really is trial and error finding something that works for you......

Yes its def. trial and error on all products. Everyones hair responds differently...it just sucks we have to put money into figuring that out....lol

I know, right? I hate I am such a PJ and jump on most product bandwagons. It also depends on your regi and how you are using the product, too. It could be that they are just not compatible with some of the other stuff you used that day/week/whatev. Sometimes they work out, most times they don't...I just keep trying them different ways until I am sure they are an absolute bust for me and then I don't buy them again...See you are making me want to go back and try it again...

 

[CarLiTa]

I need to get my ends trimmed. I'd say I need .25 or .5inch trimmed... not more. That's not bad at all.
I am just concerned that doing it at the salon will have them trimming a whole lot more. I don't like stylists who like to take free reign over your hair.

I am getting my hair straightened thursday for senior pictures (want to avoid frizzy hair) so getting a trim then would be great... but over there they charge $25 for a trim. Yes, you read right... these crazy people

So I'd like to avoid that charge and maybe do it myself after they straighten?? I have a lot of single strand knots from W-n-G's and I need to get rid of them.

 

[LivinMyLifeLikeItsGolden]

So ladies...I just got inspired about a thread on Moe's Growth oil by MangaManiac. She has been using it and got some great growth, so I thought...because I am the biggest PJ in the world, I have a stash of herbs that I am going to make an oil with. I am currently infusing horsetail, nettle, lavendar, marshmallow root, gotu kola, and hibiscus flowers. Just threw in a bunch of stuff that are supposed to be beneficial to hair. I used 3/4 jojoba oil and 1/4 avocado oil. Letting that infuse on low heat for about 3 hours, then gonna let it sit for 3 days or so before I strain the herbs and add the aloe juice.
Has anyone here tried Moe's Growth Oil with good success?
I know mine isn't the same, but experimenting never hurt...I hope!

 

[mocha.li]

Re: JULY BC Thread Tracker!!

My BC date was Aug. 27th...(I think)

Transition time: 17.5 months. I meant to go 18 months, but hot weather and You Tube vids got to me and I chopped early.

Hair type: 4a/b...? I think I have some 3c around my nape, and sides though.

Products: My number one product has been Castor Oil - LOVES IT
Coconut/Olive Oil mix, VO5 Moisture Milks....Lustrasilk as a DC
Sunsilk Hydra and Anti-Poof T-shirts for plopping!

I'm basically running through the inventory I built up as a PJ and trying stuff all over again to see if the reaction is any different. So far...I still hate gel, but I might love Mousse.

I was surprised by how untangled my hair was. It's so easy to comb through! Also surprised by the shrinkage - not so much that it shrinks, but that my hair appears to be a different length every day -- my fro is different sizes depending on what I do. It's crazy! It seems to be growing exponentially though....I can't believe I have so much hair already!

I'm loving your hair. I hope my hair looks something like this when it grows out.

 

[mocha.li]

B/C Date: sept 20, 2009
Transitioned for 9 months, I wanted to transition longer but when I took out my kinky twist my hair knotted so bad, it was impossible to comb the nest out....so I chopped
Hair Type: 4a I think...
Products: olive oil mixed with horsetail, nettle, jojoba, avocado oil and megatek.


I'm looking for styles to do on my hair. I love playing with the ringlets; I'm looking foward to growth.

 

[Vonnieluvs08]

B/C Date: sept 20, 2009
Transitioned for 9 months, I wanted to transition longer but when I took out my kinky twist my hair knotted so bad, it was impossible to comb the nest out....so I chopped
Hair Type: 4a I think...
Products: olive oil mixed with horsetail, nettle, jojoba, avocado oil and megatek.


I'm looking for styles to do on my hair. I love playing with the ringlets; I'm looking foward to growth.

Welcome to the natural side!! Well there are a lot of pics of styles in this thread and our fotkis. Hopefully you will find some that work for you. Feel free to jump into our little community here and ask questions or volunteer info and stories. We are all learning together. Happy Hair Growing!


Ladies!!! Today is my Birthday!!! I live, laugh, and love as only a Libra can!
I've been blessed with 27yrs of life and experience.

I'm trying a Bantu Knot out for my Bday dinner. I'll take pics and post them. I'm hoping it turns out okay if not I'll wash it out and wear a WNG. I used the Coco Cream Leave-in, Avocado butter (my butters came ) and a little KCCC for hold.

 

[MummysGirl]

Happy Birthday!

Welcome to the natural side!! Well there are a lot of pics of styles in this thread and our fotkis. Hopefully you will find some that work for you. Feel free to jump into our little community here and ask questions or volunteer info and stories. We are all learning together. Happy Hair Growing!


Ladies!!! Today is my Birthday!!! I live, laugh, and love as only a Libra can!
I've been blessed with 27yrs of life and experience.

I'm trying a Bantu Knot out for my Bday dinner. I'll take pics and post them. I'm hoping it turns out okay if not I'll wash it out and wear a WNG. I used the Coco Cream Leave-in, Avocado butter (my butters came ) and a little KCCC for hold.

 

[MummysGirl]

Congratulations on your BC!!! Looking forward to seeing pictures

B/C Date: sept 20, 2009
Transitioned for 9 months, I wanted to transition longer but when I took out my kinky twist my hair knotted so bad, it was impossible to comb the nest out....so I chopped
Hair Type: 4a I think...
Products: olive oil mixed with horsetail, nettle, jojoba, avocado oil and megatek.


I'm looking for styles to do on my hair. I love playing with the ringlets; I'm looking foward to growth.

 

[countrychickd]

B/C Date: sept 20, 2009
Transitioned for 9 months, I wanted to transition longer but when I took out my kinky twist my hair knotted so bad, it was impossible to comb the nest out....so I chopped
Hair Type: 4a I think...
Products: olive oil mixed with horsetail, nettle, jojoba, avocado oil and megatek.


I'm looking for styles to do on my hair. I love playing with the ringlets; I'm looking foward to growth.

Congratulations on your BC lady! So glad to have your here as a part of our community. Please feel free to share, learn, and enjoy with us.

Welcome to the natural side!! Well there are a lot of pics of styles in this thread and our fotkis. Hopefully you will find some that work for you. Feel free to jump into our little community here and ask questions or volunteer info and stories. We are all learning together. Happy Hair Growing!


Ladies!!! Today is my Birthday!!! I live, laugh, and love as only a Libra can!
I've been blessed with 27yrs of life and experience.

I'm trying a Bantu Knot out for my Bday dinner. I'll take pics and post them. I'm hoping it turns out okay if not I'll wash it out and wear a WNG. I used the Coco Cream Leave-in, Avocado butter (my butters came ) and a little KCCC for hold.

Happy Birthday! I hope you enjoy your day and your dinner. I can't wait to see pictures.

 

[Soliel185]

Re: JULY BC Thread Tracker!!

I'm loving your hair. I hope my hair looks something like this when it grows out.

OOOO thank you so much for quoting these.

I was driving myself nuts b/c I was sure that I'd taken a length check shot (last one) but I couldn't find it to save my life.

Wow, my hair really has grown - now when I stretch a piece from the same area it's almost level with my armpit.

ETA: No pics of the "kinky" twists. SO took my camera to work yesterday so I couldn't take any last night. Sorry.