Hair Weave Challenge for the rest of 2008?

[Neala21]

Count me in. I just had an install so I'm good to go. I do need to get a silk pillow case though. Right now Im using a satin headwrap - is that an ok substitute? (sorry if thats a dumb question:blush3

A satin headwrap is a good subsitute especially when maintain your hairstyle when it's outside of weaves.

 

[msa]

Hey Ladies!

Do tree braids count for this challenge since the hair is fully hidden? I'm on my week break from my weave (I took it out sunday...I didn't even make it 4 whole weeks with it in but I'm shooting for 6 this time).

I'm thinking of getting tree braids put in because I think they might be a little easier to take care of. So has anyone gotten this done before? Hair you recommend? General do's and don'ts? I'm gonna try to get them done Tuesday so any help is appreciated! Thanks!

 

[msa]

 

[Neala21]

Hey Ladies!

Do tree braids count for this challenge since the hair is fully hidden? I'm on my week break from my weave (I took it out sunday...I didn't even make it 4 whole weeks with it in but I'm shooting for 6 this time).

I'm thinking of getting tree braids put in because I think they might be a little easier to take care of. So has anyone gotten this done before? Hair you recommend? General do's and don'ts? I'm gonna try to get them done Tuesday so any help is appreciated! Thanks!

IMO it's a type of weaving technique in a way where it could qualify for this challenge especially since the foundation or a weaves is braids which this style will have and using hair extensions. Plus all your hair will be hidden.

So yes I would say it could possible be okay but I would like to know some of other ladies opinions in regards to this if they think tree braids should be considered for this challenge. It's definately a great protective style & requires the same maintenance!

 

[pureebony]

Hiya can I join this challenge?

I will be doing a weave as from August 20th ish, my hair is natural and out at the moment. I have a few questions:

Can you do back to back weaves?
what types of weaves are available?
how do you maintain a weave?
what do I need to do before, in between and after doing a weave?

Sorry Im laking in weave knowledge!


Thanks Allot!

 

[Nya33]

I def want to join this challenge, kinda started before fully joined and will post starting pics when i can!!
My pc is broken, i am doing from work lol!!!

 

[Neala21]

Hiya can I join this challenge?
I will get you added to the list. Thanks for joining.
I will be doing a weave as from August 20th ish, my hair is natural and out at the moment. I have a few questions:

Can you do back to back weaves? As long as you wait at least 3-4 day between installs since this allows for you hair to breathe and proper deep condition although a week is recommended between installs
what types of weaves are available? You can get a full or partial weave. Done with straight hair, wavy hair, curly hair any type of hair you prefer. You can use either human hair, synthetic type human hair (the type you can curl) or protein hair. It all depends on what look you are going for.
how do you maintain a weave? Maintain a weave and your hair underneath by keeping your hair properly moisturized under neath. This is done by using an applicator bottle with your preferred products to apply to your hair underneath. This applicator bottle is also used when shampooing/cleaning scalp and hair once a week with diluted shampoo. Otherwise at night wrap your hair to maintain the appearance of your weave and treat it gently (remember its sewn to your hair so you don't wanna be pulling and brushing your weave so hard that its causing unecessary damage to your REAL hair). KISS (keep it simple sista)
what do I need to do before, in between and after doing a weave? Deep condition very well for 30 min or the time frame you prefer but at least 15 minutes before an install, in between installs and definately after an install. Also clarify at least 1x a month or every 8 weeks if you will be keeping it in that long this will rid your hair of any product buildup. Also protective styles only in between installs! Keeping your hair properly moisturized and balanced with protein.

Sorry Im laking in weave knowledge!


Thanks Allot!

If you have any other questions please feel free to ask!

 

[Neala21]

I def want to join this challenge, kinda started before fully joined and will post starting pics when i can!!
My pc is broken, i am doing from work lol!!!

I will get you added to the list. Thanks for joining!
I am also doing this while at work b/c I sit at a computer all day too! So this passes time and this forum is so informational and INSPIRATIONAL!

 

[pureebony]

If you have any other questions please feel free to ask!

Thanks sooooo much for this!!


I am getting my weave put in in 2 weeks, I will post a pic of it when its done! also do you know how you look after the actual weave hair?

Thanks a bunch!!

 

[kriolagirl]

Hey ladies just checking in! I hope everyone is hanging in there. I just updated my fotki w/ pics of my latest sew-in...that takes me to number 2 of the challenge so far. This time I'm wearing Indian hair and I think I've fallen in love

 

[mistee11]

Hi, I would like to join this challenge. I just had an install on Friday nite. This looks like a great one! I will be 8 weeks post on this Wednesday and I broke down and got a sew in because the naps running wild! My starting length is in my siggy and also attached below is my current style weave.

 

[jshug]

Ok add me in! I actually got a sew on 7/5/08. So I'm a little ahead of the game. Wednesday I'll be 15wks post relaxer so I'm kinda nervous about whats going on underneath here. In the challenge, it says oil your scalp, my stylists says never put oil on your weave...What's up? Do I or don't ? cause I've got some hellified itchies, lol!

 

[Neala21]

I have added the following ladies to the list

chameleonchick
mistee11
jshug

Thanks for joining the challenge!

 

[Napp]

I would like to join. Im geting intrested in weaving my hair. does anyone do self installs? i want my first one to be professional and the ones after that will be self installed. i want to be APL by the end of the year

ETA turns out i dont have the cash to get an install. well i do but i would rather save my money and bun or something

 

[pureebony]

Ooh I forgot to say I had a weave installed for this monday.

how do I look after my own hair underneath the weave?

 

[ajacks]

I had my last install on August 20th. Pictures in my fotki if you want to check it out

 

[jamaicalovely]

Posting pics of my latest re-install of my Indique Curly.

I installed Indique back in May and absolutely fell in love

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I'm using Megatek, which is causing my hair to grow at a much faster rate. So, I have to get re installs much more frequently.

Anyways...my plans were to keep this Indique sew in throughout the entire summer. I was about to let it go on Friday, until I came up with the idea to add some color & highlights.

I did...and fell love with Indique all over again. See below

For bigger photos, check out my fotki.

Front:
http://public.fotki.com/jamaicalovely/weaves/indique-hair--joyas/indiquelanikhighlights4.html

Back:
http://public.fotki.com/jamaicalovely/weaves/indique-hair--joyas/indiquelanikhighlights3.html

For those who never heard of Indique, go to http://www.indiquehair.com

 

[Neala21]

Rules are simple
1. Get a weave done (it can be full or partial) so that majority of your is hidden
2. Applicator bottle to shampoo hair in the shower only at least once a week! (mix the shampoo and a bit of water, then lift each track and squirt the shampoo under the weave. It will create an almost instat lather, then jsut massage your scalp in between the track and thoroughly rinse out)
3. Mositurize scalp 2-3x a week (this can be done using the applicator bottle as well for very easy application to braids)
4. Stretch relaxer for those that are relaxed or texalaxed(at least12 weeks if possible. If you can stretch longer the better)
5. Dust ends if necessary (goal is to retain healthy hair)
6. Keep weave in for 6-8 weeks only
7. Deep condition after taking out weave
8. Re-install weave within a week after taking down unless you get a FRESH relaxer then you need to wait at least 2 weeks before re-doing weave
9. If you get a fresh relaxer during the 2 week break you MUST wear PROTECTIVE STYLES ONLY!!!!
10. Sleep on satin/silk pillowcase or in a silk scarf

Pureebony
Above is what needs to be done in order to take care of your hair while in a weave

 

[Neala21]

I would like to join. Im geting intrested in weaving my hair. does anyone do self installs? i want my first one to be professional and the ones after that will be self installed. i want to be APL by the end of the year

ETA turns out i dont have the cash to get an install. well i do but i would rather save my money and bun or something

I do my own installs especially b/c it saves me money and if something happens to my hair I only have myself to blame. I can also change it up as much as like and I know how tight I can braid my hair so that I'm not getting those little bumps on the edges. So if you know how to do your own install by all means go for it.

 

[Neala21]

My quick update...

To say the least I have been slacking just a little on my weave tip. This is b/c I decided to go to a professional stylist that is Natural (she transitioned for 5 years) to have her assess my hair and give me a much needed trim since I am officially transitioning back to AU Natural. She wash, dc and flat ironned my hair and it came out great and she will be assisting me make sure I keep up the health of my hair during a long transition since last time I tried to do a long transition I big chopped at 5 mos b/c my hair was breaking terribly.

Aside from that in about 2 weeks I plan to redo my weave install and wear if for 6 weeks then visit my stylist for a wash and dc and trim.

BTW I am planning to transition for at least 2 years...

 

[ResultsMayVary]

Just took weave out ... Comparison pic in fotki !!! Got great growth too !!!

 

[angenoir]

Neala21

Please add me to this challenge! I have been in micros but I am tired of these so I am getting a weave installed tomorrow. I am hoping to reach SL by end of this year. I am not even neck length right now. My last relaxer was in May.

Thanks!

 

[mistee11]

Yes this Brazilian Wave hair is the best thing since sliced bread. Here are a couple pics:

That's so pretty! Luv the luscious curls! Ima have to look for this in the BSS!

 

[Neala21]

I have added the following ladies to the challenge. Thanks for joining

agenoir
napp
amazing

 

[Glitter]

So, I have been weaving it up since May. I must say, I love the easiness of it but I hate how dry my hair gets when it comes down.

Last time, my hair had little dreads in it and the scalp was SO DRY. A mixture of product buildup and flakes were on my scalp, it was disgusting.

I'm just not sure what I'm doing wrong. I have a spray bottle full of Infusium and water and another with Condish and water. I try to co-wash daily and wash once or twice a week.

Maybe I should get something to directly put on my scalp? Not sure.

 

[ajacks]

So, I have been weaving it up since May. I must say, I love the easiness of it but I hate how dry my hair gets when it comes down.

Last time, my hair had little dreads in it and the scalp was SO DRY. A mixture of product buildup and flakes were on my scalp, it was disgusting.

I'm just not sure what I'm doing wrong. I have a spray bottle full of Infusium and water and another with Condish and water. I try to co-wash daily and wash once or twice a week.

Maybe I should get something to directly put on my scalp? Not sure.

The bolded seems like the problem to me. I would limit it to one wash a week, daily moisturizing and keeping the weave in for no longer than 8-weeks.

 

[LadyPaniolo]

I'm loving this challenge! I just took down my sew-in a few days ago and am rebraiding today to re-install tomorrow. It's similar to my wigs, in that my hair is cornrowed with synthetic hair on top, but I like that my edges aren't getting beat up like they were starting to with my wigs.

I looked up that Brazilian wave hair... omg. The budget is NOT able to absorb that amount!!! IMO the Outre Batik hair is even better than human. It has natural highlights in whatever color I want, and wears really well.

I love using a net for my weaves... it makes it so much easier to sew in.

Wishing I had some money to buy some more hair!

 

[LadyPaniolo]

For natural ladies who are doing full head sew-ins with NONE of your hair out:

How many packs of hair are you using? Seems like I need 2.5 packs to get everything covered.

 

[KweenBeeDiva]

I had this installed Friday:

 

[CandacyEliz]

I would love to join but I need to find someone in Philly that does natural looking weaves...