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Started back using MN as of today. I experienced shedding the first time I used it so now that I have incorporated tea rinses, I'm hoping this will help combat it. I plan on using this once daily or every other day until the end of December. I'm definitely hoping this will give me the boost I need to reach BSL which is only 2-3 inches away!!!
 
I just organized all my products. I got rid of all my pre-HHJ stuff except my curling irons and stocked up on all my staples. I'm set to go on cruise control for a long time now. I just have to resist all urges to buy the next holy grail product or change my reggie.
 
jprayze - I like it!

It's been so quiet here lately. What's everyone up to? I've been wearing my "flower bun" the last few days.
 

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Thanks JosieLynn

I put my hair in a pony tail then I seperate the ponytail into 5 sections. Then I take one section and twist it and make a loop with it and pin the end of the hair to the base of the ponytail with a bobby pin l. Then I repeat that on each of the remaining 4 sections. It's really easy!
 
I washed and Dc my hair this morning, an cut about 3 inches off:blush:
I still believe in miracle so will still be hanging in here.
I have been itching to big chop for a while and if I didn't cut those inches off today, i know for sure i would have chopped in the nearest future.
2.5 years ago I suffered from a very severe post partum shedding (even my eyelashes went missing:grin:). the areas that was severely affected was my crown, sides and edges. I had bald patches, really horrible and depressing.
Although my edges grew back, i found that some hairs took over a year to start growing back. My density went from high to low which was ok when my hair was shorter, bu tnow that is longer, styling is a dilemma and my twist out look thin and just :nono:.
My hair is fine, but i used to have lots of it.
With this big trim, it looks much better and I am at peace with myself.
i will be opting for low manipulation style till december (loose twist, that i will hopefully keep for 4 weeks)

I include pic of the post partum ( in these pics, it's bad but not that bad as the hair started growing back)
 

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g.lo I'm glad you are recovering from your post partum shedding. I didn't realize it could be so severe. Do you have picture after your 3 inch trim?
 
HEY LADIES!!!!! I have been just lurking in and out of LCHF for SO long, because I wasn't really feeling my hair at all, but I've missed you guys! Update: I got a relaxer last week after a 12 week stretch. I've done 12 weeks before... & even though the time flew by my hair was crying for help...I started to get a lot of breakage towards the end of it and it was hard to manage because of dryness no matter how much I M&S. I wasn't sure of the reason...but I made a vow to get out of my lazy rut and start back paying attention to my hair. I have been SO tired of wearing buns every single day, even on night's out but I seemed to have lost the motivation to do anything with my hair.
I also switched up relaxers. The stylist was using some brand she favored the last two applications. I wasn't familiar with the brand, but this time I asked her to apply Mizani BB--and so far I love it. Although my hair was a little straighter than I usually like...it's been so soft, bouncy and moisturized!

Today is wash day: I started w/ a coconut oil prepoo, then did a quick protein treatment since it's my first wash post relaxer, now I'm DC'ing w/ Alter Ego mixed w/ Alma, Brahmi, & Maka powder and a dash of honeyquat. First time using this mix so we'll see how it goes! I'll keep you updated and will get a pic in after washing. Trying to decide what I'm going to do with my hair after that- since it's experiment day I may have a go at a rollerset again...I haven't practiced that in SO long & I really should try to get that down so I can start doing my own at home. The last time I took a peek at my length (after the relaxer), it looks like I'm full BSB w/ about 2 inches to go until BSL. I thought I'd be making it a lot sooner...but hey...as long as I make it! SMOOCHES!
 
I decided to take my sew-in out. That went surprising well. I didn't have a ton of breakage, and I didn't cut out any of my hair (which were my two fears). Right now I'm deep conditioning my hair. As much as I hate to, I'll probably leave it in overnight. It's late and I'm tired lol.
 
Hi Ladies,
Glad to see we're on track with our goals! I need to post a LC today, but I've been only doing the basics of my regimen lately, nothing new. My hair is either bunned or in a French braid with the tail tucked in. I still need a trim so I'm scheduling an appointment for my daughter and I in two weeks.

NikkiQ congratulations on moving back home!! We'll have to plan a NO meet-up now for the Fall. I'd love a Cafe du Monde meet-up with some hot chocolate.

Speaking of fall ladies, seeing that we ending summer technically this month is anyone thinking of their winter regimen to close the deal on BSL by December 31st?

Fall regimens anyone?
 
KaramelDiva1978 said:
Hi Ladies,

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Speaking of fall ladies, seeing that we ending summer technically this month is anyone thinking of their winter regimen to close the deal on BSL by December 31st?

Fall regimens anyone?
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I'm going to incorporate more deep conditions. Like actually use the dryer for that GOOD conditioning. I barely do them. So this fall/winter I'm going to step that up.

Also I think in going to keep this braided style regimen. 2 reasons: my hair has grown so much with them in. And 2) to keep up character continuity in this web series. I DO need to do a better job of washing them and keeping them moisturized, but overall these braids have been a win. Lord knows I'm kinda irritated by it because I hate keeping a style in for long lol, but overall I can't lie, these braids have definitely given me retention.

I think I'll attempt at doing them myself though as opposed to getting them done so I don't feel obligated to keep them in.

6 weeks and counting. I'm taking them out after the 8th though! Whooptie whoop!
 
I did a random length check annnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnd...

I'm at BSL. :)

I'm not leaving this challenge until the end of the year though. I am going to straighten it and do a trim.

I'll post length check pics for the next length check.
 
hi.

i still havent relaxed... undecided me... some old threads came out (bkt alternatived and design essentials).

im now documenting on that.... i will try to make my choice some day ( hopefully soon).

i really really need a change!

oh and im dc right now in front of a movie. im gonna rinse ,wash,air dry over night. then look for a style in the morning for work.
 
BraunSugar said:
I did a random length check annnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnd...

I'm at BSL. :)

I'm not leaving this challenge until the end of the year though. I am going to straighten it and do a trim.

I'll post length check pics for the next length check.
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Congrats on making bsl:yep::yep::yep::yep::yep:
 
Alrighty, here's my latest. Did a horrible version of a rollerset last night so I tried to wrap it last night to have it lay down a bit more. Welp.

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ImanAdero said:
I'm going to incorporate more deep conditions. Like actually use the dryer for that GOOD conditioning. I barely do them. So this fall/winter I'm going to step that up.

Also I think in going to keep this braided style regimen. 2 reasons: my hair has grown so much with them in. And 2) to keep up character continuity in this web series. I DO need to do a better job of washing them and keeping them moisturized, but overall these braids have been a win. Lord knows I'm kinda irritated by it because I hate keeping a style in for long lol, but overall I can't lie, these braids have definitely given me retention.

I think I'll attempt at doing them myself though as opposed to getting them done so I don't feel obligated to keep them in.

6 weeks and counting. I'm taking them out after the 8th though! Whooptie whoop!
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What kind of braids do you have? Im thinking braid my hair in cornrows and wig it. I at least wanna see if I can do it for two months or so. I'd love to try the greenhouse effect for a bit.
 
BraunSugar said:
I did a random length check annnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnd...

I'm at BSL. :)

I'm not leaving this challenge until the end of the year though. I am going to straighten it and do a trim.

I'll post length check pics for the next length check.
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Congratulations!!! I hope I'm right behind you.
 
Congrats BraunSugar Can't wait to see pics!

newnyer You look like you're there already. Are you? BTW, what is your workout regimen? I've always wanted to ask. You can pm if you want.
 
Wow Ladies we only have 3 more months to go... :cold:
and then we are already into the new years... I am super excited just to see what progress my hair will make. So far, not much progress because I had to cut my hair due to swim classes...
I am going to be braiding up my hair for the next 6 months off and on... It is really about finding the right style that suits my lifestyle...

I love the corn row Mohawk - finding a braider who listens and does it like I desire is next to nil...

I want single braids... I want proof in their pics... and not to be there all day or prices to be extreme...

I would love a weave.. then again.. I don't know..
 
Froreal3 said:
Congrats @BraunSugar Can't wait to see pics!

@newnyer You look like you're there already. Are you? BTW, what is your workout regimen? I've always wanted to ask. You can pm if you want.
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The ends of my hair are now touching my bra strap...but since I wear my bra higher than most around this thread...I figured I'd consider myself full BSB (below shoulder blade), and not really claim BSL until I hit the bottom of my bra strap. SO looks like about 2 inches to go to BSL and about 4 to 4.5 inches to MBL.

And GIIIRLLL I hope you aren't thinking that's me in my avi. LOL! I'm in shape but I don't have a six pack like that yet. Defined abs...but not on her level. I just found her pic & started using it as motivation & now follow her tumblir for workout regimes from time to time. I'll PM you her site.
 
I was bored watching TV so I put in about 20 two strand twists. No way would I wear these out of the house. The ends are super thin because they are bonelaxed and the roots are way too puffy. How do people get the part near the roots to look neat?
 

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