BraStrap Challenge for 2006 anyone?

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I am in again. Got to brastrap this August but had to cut 4'' off in December due to thin ends. I need to stretch my relaxers have been getting them two frequent and it has been thinning my hair out. I started this year with thick hair and it got thinner and thinner from the perms. I know this year will be a winner.

 

[Kimberly]

I want to join this challenge. BSL is my goal for the end of 2006 so maybe being part of the challenge will help me to stay focused.

Let's see...
I plan to do the buns and/or wig thing.
Moisture, moisture, moisture.
Deep condition once a week.
MTG probably at least 3x per week.
Vitamins...Nioxin Recharging Complex, EPO, Multi-vitamin/Hair-Nail-Skin (I need to use up what I have and I have a lot of both), and a few mg of Biotin for good measure.

I will not sleep on my hair. I will make sure it is tied up or I have on a satin bonnet and I will make sure my pillow withthe satin case is on top.

Also, drink plenty of water, watch my protein intake (I don't eat much meat so this takes work for me to make sure I get it from other sources), lots of fresh veggies and fruits...organics when I can get by the market that sales them and exercise at least 3x per week.

I can't get into too many specifics about produxts I will be using because I am putting myself on a "No New Product" Challenge. I was going to start on February 1st but I have enough stuff already that I could start today so, with the exception of relaxers, supplements, and essential/carrier oils, I will be using up whatever I happen to already have.

Good luck everyone!!! We will all get there together !!!

 

[*Frisky*]

Thanks beautifuleyes..I love your name by the way...I have two bottles of WGO so I think I am just gonna stick with that for now.

 

[Candy_C]

i'm really enjoying my hair at this length, and i think even if my hair didn't get to brastrap i wouldn't lose sleep over it. its when u get to this stage u feel contented and more determined. i'm sure over the last 12 months we've seen progress, so its so attainable!

i think after this challenge i wont really try and grow my hair any longer. this is my life time goal! and to think it can be had in a year - wow.

2005 went so fast, and so will 2006.

GOOD LUCK, NOT LONG TILL THIS CHALLENGE BEGINS!! 4 DAYS TIME

 

[MiWay]

Oooh, I think I'm gonna join too. I'm already in the APL challenge and the April Fools stretch challenge (which is getting harder with each day), so if all goes well, maybe I will get to BSL by the end of 06. Not sure about a regimen just yet, but I have recently added flaxseed oil and biotin to my vitamin intake, so hopefully that'll help.

 

[Candy_C]

Oooh, I think I'm gonna join too. I'm already in the APL challenge and the April Fools stretch challenge (which is getting harder with each day), so if all goes well, maybe I will get to BSL by the end of 06. Not sure about a regimen just yet, but I have recently added flaxseed oil and biotin to my vitamin intake, so hopefully that'll help.

flaxseed is a wonderful supplement. skin hair and nails. flaxseed made my hair so moisturized that i had to stop for a while!

 

[nelli711]

Im in. I'm also in the APL challenge & the April Fools stretch challenge. I plan to keep my hair braided for about 10-12 weeks at a time and when not braided I plan to just keep it in a baggie or some other form of protective style. I plan on upping my protein, along with taking my vitamins & drinking more water.

 

[vikkisecret]

I'm in! I'm in! I'm in!

So far i am will be getting close to armpit sometime in March or April and crossing my fingers for just below brastrap by the end of 2006 for this challenge. I need to use MTG regularly to maximizing growth! Off the start spraying my scalp.....

 

[Dlene]

Count me in! I wil be doing protective styles, baggie method, washing one-two times a week, combing once a week and leaving my hair alone.

 

[czyfaith77]

I will be in this challenge. I will be approaching bra strap sometime in 2006. If I wear braids for the next few months I can can reach it by early summer. I am not in a rush though. I will reach it for sure some time during the up and coming year. And I am keeping my layers.

 

[MissCapricornCutie]

Sign me up!!

 

[nissi]

count me in -- my first challenge!

i am now natural blunt cut at collarbone unstretched. i will...

cowash every 2-3 days, airdry with curling custard (i prefer it to curly pudding which causes too much swelling)

surge 14, possibly mtg

biotin, silica, horsetail, msm, choline/inositol, royal jelly

flaxseed would be something new...

 

[Lady_Lioness]

I'm down 4 this challenge...I'm hoping to reach brastrap at least b4 June of 2006...I have about 3-4 more inches to go...I'm gonna start eating right (more Lean protein,Fruits, and Veggies)...continue with drinking more water...continue taking my vitamins...and exercising at least 4 times a week.

 

[Candy_C]

Wow, i didn't think that so many ladies would be joining this challenge! Lots of support is here for us which is great.

What will you be doing when you get to brastrap?
(envisoning the future makes you want it more!)

I'm looking to have a nice layer refreshment! they're growing out now, but i think long layers are quite flattering and jazz hair up a bit...

I'm goin to put a very nice red semi-permanent on my hair (like my avatar pic) ...

start wearing a single plait going down my back (ahhhhh)

start experimenting with styles! i want two strand twists all over my head for the summer, i think that would look gorgeous!

 

[KiSseS03]

I'm in! I'm only a couple of inches past shoulders at the moment, so it might be a stretch... but oh well!

My plan is to follow the Crown and Glory Method until April, as well as NO HEAT. I'm a transitioner too!

 

[jaded_faerie]

Once I get to bra-strap, im debating on trimming till my sides and front reach bsl...not sure yet....but I do want to get a jet black rinse

 

[PinkAngel]

I'm up for the challenge. I'll be wearing buns & stretching relaxers.

 

[hunnybunny81]

I'm down too! I have TWO inches to go but I swear it feels like two miles!!! It seems the closer I get....time just seems to just stand still...I'm hoping by Summer 2006 for my longest layers to reach bra-strap and my sides to reach arm-pit...I'll be happy enough with that...then I'll probably concentrate on trying to get rid of this V-shape and obtain a more U-shape...


I'm going to just keep my hair conditioned as much as possible(I'm colored and relaxed) and just try not to manipulate my hair too much...I'm also considering hopping on the MTG wagon...I only get like 1/4 a month so I'm hoping to speed up my growth ASAP!!!!


Good luck ladies!!!!

 

[nelli711]

I think once I get to brastrap and I am gonna keep in a bun or phony pony. Im not used to feeling hair down my back unless Im braids and when I do have braids, I put in a pony tail so nothing for me will change. I must say, I will wear it down atleast once a month. I would like to have my hair even all around too so I may just trim every month or so to get it even. Right now my hair is like 2 inches from armpit length in the back, sides are at my shoulders, bangs are to my chin and I have other layers on the top that I a little past my chin.

 

[CurleeDST]

I am in on the challenge. I think I will be there soon enough - perhaps by the summer.

 

[CurleeDST]

You bring up a good point. I am not used to feeling hair down my back so when I straighten it now with my maxiglide it always feel so weird. I keep it up in a bun or pony tail now b/c the longer it gets the more I worry it will get snagged b/c the thing I just DREAD are those see through ends on long hair. I hate the look of that.

I think once I get to brastrap and I am gonna keep in a bun or phony pony. Im not used to feeling hair down my back unless Im braids and when I do have braids, I put in a pony tail so nothing for me will change. I must say, I will wear it down atleast once a month. I would like to have my hair even all around too so I may just trim every month or so to get it even. Right now my hair is like 2 inches from armpit length in the back, sides are at my shoulders, bangs are to my chin and I have other layers on the top that I a little past my chin.

 

[naptrl]

EXCUSE ME! You haven't seen a challenge. I started this challenge LAST year!! Do a search and you will see the many names on it!! LOL!! (all in fun) Any way..I'm definitely on the challenge (since I started IT!! ). I hope to be there by April.

naptrl

 

[Candy_C]

EXCUSE ME! You haven't seen a challenge. I started this challenge LAST year!! Do a search and you will see the many names on it!! LOL!! (all in fun) Any way..I'm definitely on the challenge (since I started IT!! ). I hope to be there by April.

naptrl

oh, i'm sorry! i had a good search and couldn't find it...

 

[Zakina]

Hey! Can I join?
Haven't read through the whole thread cos there are so many pages(!) so can I join if I'm a natural that is wanting to get to Bra Strap lenght (or longer! ) when hair isn't pressed or stretched?

 

[Candy_C]

Hey! Can I join?
Haven't read through the whole thread cos there are so many pages(!) so can I join if I'm a natural that is wanting to get to Bra Strap lenght (or longer! ) when hair isn't pressed or stretched?

of corse, plenty room at the Inn!

 

[Kimberly]

Once I get to bra-strap, im debating on trimming till my sides and front reach bsl...not sure yet....but I do want to get a jet black rinse

This is the same thing I was thinking...I'll trim until my layers and shorter spots grow out and then I'll have some long layers put in (so I can grow them out) and, in the fall of 2006, do some black rinses but only for the cooler months because I like my hair to be a little lighter when it's warm out.

I'm so excited! I can't wait!

 

[remnant]

I trim my hair once a year, so when I will reach Brasrap length, I will trim my hair and will continue with protective styles ( braids, twist, weaves) until I 'll reach my final goal: Mid back lenght by 2007 summer as you can see in my signature!
I will try to post pictures of my hair God willin' in february, may, july, october and december 2006 (5 times)!

 

[brownsugar9999]

I haven't really seen a new one. so i guess i'll give it a go!


I've recently hit a few inches past armpit, so i have a good feeling i will reach brastrap somewhere in 2006 after a few trims here and there.

Whos down for the brastrap challenge in 2006??

Count me in Babes!!! I'm just about at the tip of bra strap now, so count me in!!!!!!!! I'm gunning for below the bra strap!!!

 

[Candy_C]

Count me in Babes!!! I'm just about at the tip of bra strap now, so count me in!!!!!!!! I'm gunning for below the bra strap!!!

arrr my hype hype friend overseas!

good 2 see ya!

never seen anyone make blonde look so hot!

 

[jaded_faerie]

This is the same thing I was thinking...I'll trim until my layers and shorter spots grow out and then I'll have some long layers put in (so I can grow them out) and, in the fall of 2006, do some black rinses but only for the cooler months because I like my hair to be a little lighter when it's warm out.

I'm so excited! I can't wait!

Yea Kimberly I was thinking the same thing about going lighter in the summer time!!