Hip Length Challenge 2010

[LadyPaniolo]

^^^ Loving the article! Yes, I do believe it is true... men love long hair. Sadly, lots of men feel they have to sacrifice that to be with a black woman (or deal with false hair). I am happy knowing that my hair will soon be long and sexy

ETA: and for the office, one can put long hair into some elegant and tasteful updos that will still give that appearance of shorter hair (on a subconscious level) to gain the advantage that offers, without lopping off the long locks.

 

[Candy828]

Do you do any special buns? Now that my hair is longer I want to start experimenting with different bun styles

Styling super long hair

www.greathairstyletips.com February 4th 2009 01:30​

So ….with super long hair, we need super long hair styles…. I am going to try this one…..

Hair Designs and Styles……from hair-long.blogspot.com
Chinese Bun picture and these instruction is on the link

http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_Pd5YeDbbP...AAAfk/H3yZwWtiwwE/s1600-h/Chinese+Bun+-+2.JPG

Quote from the lady in the picture..."I decided to make several experiments with hair buns. The first experiment is Chinese Bun. I'm sure most of you have already tried this hair style or others like this. But this is the first time I do it, so please don't be too strict to me. I'll try to explain the steps I've done to arrange hair in Chinese Bun":

1. Arrange your hair in a ponytail. You can place the ponytail high or low, this makes no big difference. It's just to your preferences.

2. Put a hairstick horizontally in the root of the tail.

3. The next step is to divide hair into two equal parts. Put each part up, over and behind the hairstick.

4. Wrap the hair parts in opposite directions around the ponytail holder and loop around the hairstick.

5. Add hair pins, scrunchie, or other holders that will secure the bun on top or underneath.

 

[testimony777]

I think you forgot to post pics.

I am having computer issues and cannot upload pics right now .

But the thing I love most about my length is the way my daughter responds to it when it is braided or when its down and curly. She is 15 months old and she likes to play with it when I hold her. In her mind mommy's hair is a fun toy that she gets to play with every once in a while. She gets such a kick out of it. She is just starting to talk and sometimes she has little conversations with individual curls or braids; it melts my heart.

That's so cute & brave of you to let her play in your tresses

I have been teaching her gentle since she left the womb . She does a really good job of not pulling too hard.

 

[Candy828]

Do you do any special buns? Now that my hair is longer I want to start experimenting with different bun styles

Here is another bun that I am going to try..... I know the lady in the picture(go to link) is not a woman of color, but few of us have passed hip length hair. So there are not any pictures online with women of color with these bun styles for me to show.....but that will change soon.....

Braided Bun

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_Pd5YeDbbP...AAfE/cwXa3NgS9IY/s1600-h/braided+hair+bun.jpg
go to link to see instructions and picture. http://hair-long.blogspot.com/2007/08/braided-bun.html

 

[Candy828]

Do you do any special buns? Now that my hair is longer I want to start experimenting with different bun styles

This hair style is from an online picture dated 1969. It is not a bun but a ponytail style that I just love.... I don't have instructions yet.... but I am trying to practice it... once I get the hang of it, I will post instructions...

(picture removed by candy828)

 

[Firstborn2]

Candy I love the last pic you posted, it looks so vintage and elegant at the same time. I know that didn't make sense,lol...

 

[Candy828]

Do you do any special buns? Now that my hair is longer I want to start experimenting with different bun styles

This hair style is a double knot wrap. The only image online is a side image(removed by candy828). I am familar with making knots with hair so I am going to practice this one as well. Once perfected I can post instructions... This style and the braided bun style are very nice Office or Evening Out Hairstyles!

 

[Candy828]

Do you do any special buns? Now that my hair is longer I want to start experimenting with different bun styles

One more hair style.... If you want to wear a bang-type with the back in any bun you choose.... This is kind of sexy and easy to do.... I got this picture online as well and just played with it!

(picture removed by candy828)

 

[Candy828]

This hair style is from an online picture dated 1969. It is not a bun but a ponytail style that I just love.... I don't have instructions yet.... but I am trying to practice it... once I get the hang of it, I will post instructions...

Ok ladies, to pull this hair style off and make it look like a "knock out" to die for.... You'll need classic length hair.....

Instructions:
1. Part the hair for a top pony tail and bottom pony tail.
2. band the bottom pony tail.
3. on the top, part down the middle so you have two sides.
4. then take the two side together and cross them.
5. pin the two side together with a very large barbie pin to hold it together while you work on your hair.
6. you take a small portion of on the top sides and twist it to the end. then wrap that twist around the top portion of the hair (top ponytail).
7. take a small portion of the other side and twist it to the end. then wrap it around the top portion of the hair about 2 inches from the last twist.
(make sure you secure both twist with pins).
8. then with the top ponytail split it in two.
9. take the bottom ponytail and put the hair inbetween the top ponytail you split, and then wrap it around both top splits of the ponytail.
10. wrap it around one more time and secure it with pins.
11. Then the rest of the hair hanging from the top ponytail, you can let hang free or curl the end. (I like it better curled)

But as I stated above. for it to look very long and beautiful... this hairstyle needs classic length hair...

(picture removed by candy828)

 

[Candy828]

Today.....

2002 Afro Pony tail.... This is a cute natural ponytail.... The pony tail is banded several times to give this effect!

(picture removed by candy828)

 

[Candy828]

Hair Care While Exercising
From: http://www.indiavisitinformation.com/indian-fashion/hair-exercising.shtml

Exercising be it jogging or working out at the gym or swimming causes great damage to your hair. You have to deal with all sorts of strand struggles, sweat that will cause dirt and grease to settle in your scalp etc. Thus to protect your hair from being damaged you will have to take care of your hair while exercising. Following are a few tips that you should follow so that you hair will look good and feel great, even after the most intense workouts:

If you have long hair then it is advisable to tie it back, pin it up or clip it. However take care that you don't tie your hair so tightly that you get a headache. Make sure your hair is loose enough to allow you freedom of movement while staying out of the way.

Don't let hair fall on your forehead and eyes. You can use hair elastics that not only prevent hair falling on your eyes but also look great.

Block sweat by wearing wide cotton headband that will absorb the sweat from your forehead before it makes contact with your scalp or bangs. Though sweating while exercising is good but the salt dries out the delicate roots near the scalp thereby damaging your hair.

Avoid wearing a cap while exercising. Your glands need to breathe and wearing caps will actually block your sweat glands.

After working out avoid taking a hot shower because that might damage your hair. Lukewarm water is always best for shampooing your hair under any circumstances. Conditioning your hair is a must because that will protect your hair from the damage.

While swimming wear a cap after wetting your hair completely. Wash your hair thoroughly afterwards in order to remove the chlorine from your hair. If possible apply a leave-in conditioner to your hair before you dive in.

Steam baths or saunas can dry out your strands. Always apply a dab of leave-in conditioner or light jojoba to your stands to help offset the heat. Wrap a towel around your strands to further block hair damaging heat.

 

[SEMO]

I'm glad this challenge has no rules. That means I can probably keep up with it. I'm in!

I think I may actually be able to make it to hip length. That seems so crazy to think, when it seems just yesterday all I was aiming for was APL or BSL.

 

[yamilee21]

Candy828, thanks for the bun and braid pictures. Maybe it will inspire me to get more creative.

 

[Candy828]

Practice with hair knots...

To achieve the double-knot wrap (prior post), or hair knot bun (image below removed by candy828), practice with a hair knot ponytail first (image below removed by candy828).

1. first twist the hair so your hair is smooth enough not to cause "REAL KNOTS".

2. Then make a knot like as to tie a rope.

3. Let the ponytail hang in a loose fashion (this is actually kind-of cute)

This is a easy style and the knot comes out very easy. (make sure to only do this with LONGHAIR.... and a lot of hair. Do not do this with little parts of hair....

 

[Candy828]

I received these two notifications.......

1. http://www.longhaircareforum.com/member.php?u=45347
   Yesterday 11:19 PM
   SmilingElephant
   
   I don't think this is a real person...or ARE you?
   
   You're not one of those "automated" tip giving posters right?

1. 01-18-2010 07:55 AM
   onejamifan
   
   I would love to see pictures of your hair!!!
   

so here is my public reply.....

Today 03:04 AM

1. Candy828
   
   SmilingElephant - Yes, I am a real person... not automated. I am just sharing things I know and information I have found. If the ladies on the board want me to stop posting, I can do that....
   
   onejamifan - I have not posted pics of my hair yet because I am still on vacation. I have taken pictures but will not be able to upload them until the first week of Feburary. I don't have my attachments for my camera with me.
   
   I believe if everyone shares there experiences of useful information they find, it helps all of us on this journey. People have helped me and that is why I can share it with you. Evey little thing we can learn and do to maximize our hair growth and reach our goals is what we are trying to do.... at least that is what I thought we were doing.....
   
   If I have offended anyone.... I am sorry..
   
   

 

[schipperchow1]

Here is another bun that I am going to try..... I know the lady in the picture is not a woman of color, but few of us have passed hip length hair. So there are not any pictures online with women of color with these bun styles for me to show.....but that will change soon.....

Braided Bun


These are the instructions on how to arrange your hair in a braided bun:

1). Make a pony tail in the middle of the head's back and secure it with a ribbon or safe elastic

2). Part 2 sections from your pony to make 2 separate pony tails - Left and Right

3). Braid each tail. Secured them with a transparent or light safe elastic

4). Wrap one braid in a clockwise direction and the other counterclockwise

5). Secure each braid underneath your bun with a pin or a couple of pins

I've done this before

 

[schipperchow1]

This hair style is from an online picture dated 1969. It is not a bun but a ponytail style that I just love.... I don't have instructions yet.... but I am trying to practice it... once I get the hang of it, I will post instructions...

It looks like a banded pony with one's own hair. It's pretty but I'd be afraid of my hair tangling around itself I'll stick with the banded ponytail for now.

 

[schipperchow1]

I'm glad this challenge has no rules. That means I can probably keep up with it. I'm in!

I think I may actually be able to make it to hip length. That seems so crazy to think, when it seems just yesterday all I was aiming for was APL or BSL.

I actually think that you may be able to make HL this year too Even though I'm not adding new people to the challenge (Jan 14 was the last day), you are more than welcome to visit & post your progress & share tips, etc. We are here to encourage those who want to grow to HL this year.

HHG!

 

[LoveLongLocks]

This is my partial sew in. I will be using sew in's for low manipulation to help me acheive my goal. I hope that this helps with me retaining length and maintaining healthy hair.

 

[dlewis]

"Do men prefer women with long hair or short hair?" [/B][/SIZE][/FONT][/COLOR]
88% of men claimed to prefer long hair!!
8% claimed to prefer short hair.
4% said no preference one way or the other.
88% ladies!!!!!!
Wow, that is high, huh?!
Kind of makes you wonder why so many women cut their hair short and then tell you that they are having trouble attracting men, doesn't it?
There are several other points and advantages to keeping your hair long that are certainly worth mentioning as well......

I agree. And have always believe most men prefer longer hair even when I cut my hair off (because I wanted to).

This week I've had my length showing and I have had guys falling over me. No makeup, fat face but they see the hair. Old and young, black, white and mexican.

Now my husband didn't want me to grow it out but he hates to cut it now.erplexed I think he likes to have control over how much is being taken off. He doesn't know though, if he doesn't cut as much as I want cut, I'll cut it myself.

 

[LadyPaniolo]

I put in some indigo on Tuesday night. First I henna'd, but not for very long. I left it on only for an hour or so, but I sat under the heating cap. After I washed it out, I put in the indigo and sat under the heating cap for about 45 mins. After I washed out the indigo I did a DC also under the heating cap. That poor thing was working overtime!

Then I detangled (lost very minimal hair this time ) and applied red palm oil and coconut oil. I let it dry in 8 Celie braids, lol. The next day I flat ironed with a bit of jojoba oil. Here is the result. I hope it will darken over more over the next few days.

I'm trying to decide what my next protective style will be....

 

[SEMO]

I actually think that you may be able to make HL this year too Even though I'm not adding new people to the challenge (Jan 14 was the last day), you are more than welcome to visit & post your progress & share tips, etc. We are here to encourage those who want to grow to HL this year.

HHG!

Aww, I guess I didn't read enough to see that I missed the deadline. Well, good luck to other challengers.

 

[Mz.MoMo5235]

sorry i've been mia... i'm sick. nothing serious, just a head and chest cold. but i'm a punk so i make it worse than what it is lol.

i'll do a better check in later. just didnt want folk thinking i ran away and then disappear off the list lol

 

[Candy828]

Herbs and Oils....

If you are looking for herbs or oils that you have not been able to find in the store. Below is a good website the carries most of what you may be looking for. I just happened to be looking for a Japanese oil and some specific herbs and I stumbled upon this website!

http://www.mountainroseherbs.com/bulkoil/a-c.html

 

[Candy828]

yea... grey hairs are becoming a problem for me... but it is due more to age than anything else.... I am going to try some of these home remedies...

Grey Hair Problem
from http://www.indiavisitinformation.com/indian-fashion/grey-hair.shtml

Grey Hair Problems - Causes & Treatments
Grey Hair is a symptom of improper protein synthesis. Hair grows white when the colour pigment (melanin) ceases to be produced in the hair follicle and small air spaces take its place. Pigment cells located at the base of each hair follicle produce the natural dominant colour of our youth. However, as a person grows older and reaches middle age, more and more of these pigment cells die and colour is lost from individual hairs. The result is that a person's hair gradually begins to show more and more grey. Individual hairs each have an outer layer (the cuticle) of overlapping flat cells, underneath, which is the thick cortex, which consists of horn-like keratin. The inside of the hair is made of softer, rectangular cells. Hair colour is determined by the concentration and depth of melanin pigment in the cortex - this produces the whole spectrum of hair colour from blond to black, with very fair people having almost no melanin. When these melanocytes die, then the hair turns grey. Melanocytes produce the pigment melanin and they are the cells responsible for much of the coloring of the human body, including the hair. With age the melanocytes lose their ability to make pigment, so color is absent from new hair.

Grey hair is usually associated with ageing, but this is not always the case. Early greying of the hair is basically hereditary, and we can inherit it from one of our parents or grandparents. So if your father's hair started to turn grey in his thirties there is a good chance yours will too. Grey hair can also be influenced by stress. A person experiencing a prolonged period of stress and anxiety may notice, over a period of time, white hairs gradually appearing. Malnutrition, worry, shock, deep sorrow, tension and other similar conditions may also slow down the production of melanin resulting in grey hair. Sever illness too can stop or affect the production of melanin. However, scientists have not been fully able to explain the exact causes of this change in colour of the hair.

Contrary to popular belief pulling out one grey hair will make two grow in its place is a myth. What can happen, however, is that if your hair is starting to turn grey and you pull one grey hair out, it may well be that the neighboring grey hair is just about to start growing, therefore two hairs in close proximity will appear at about the same time.

Home Remedies and Treatment

" Amla " is the best cure for grey hair and falling hair. Regular massage of "amla" paste rubbed into the scalp has worked wonders in many cases, frequently reversing the process of greying or falling off of hair.

Massage your hairs with coconut oil and Lemon everyday for at least 15 minutes. There are instances of people having black hairs even up to the age of 60-70 years by using this method.

Soak about 10 to 12 rithas and 3 to 4 shikakai pods overnight in a pint of water. Next day, boil for a few minutes and strain. Use this liquid as a normal shampoo. Separately soak 10 to 12 dried amlas in half a cup of water overnight. Strain and use as a hair conditioner after your head bath. Leave it on the hair for ten minutes and rinse your hair with clean warm water. This will leave your hair smooth and shiny and also stop premature greying of your hair.

Mix lemon juice in castor oil and beat till frothy. Add 'henna' in to it. Apply the mixture evenly over the scalp, and bathe after an hour using 'shikakai' and 'ritha' shampoo as above. This checks greying of hair.

Take a cup of strong black tea (without milk), and to this add a tablespoon of salt. When cold, strain the tea and massage it on the roots. Leave it on for an hour, and then rinse with cold water. Do not shampoo it.

Nourishment and proper grooming is very important to keep the hair texture, growth, shin and luster in a good condition. Therefore use a shampoo & conditioner that suits your hair type. Choose products that are gentle, preferably without any harsh detergent like sodium lauryl sulfate. For daily washes, use a shampoo that is mild, gentle & moisturizing. Don't use too much conditioner or else it makes hair greasy. Daily massage your hair with your fingertips; it helps proper blood circulation in the scalp.

Nourishment

Your hair needs the following nourishment:

a) Vitamin A - vitamin A is necessary for promoting a healthy scalp and gives body and glow to your hair. Include dark green vegetables and orange & yellow fruits & vegetables in your diet.

b) Vitamin B - vitamin B regulates the secretion of oil, keeps hair healthy & moisturized. Eat more of fresh green leafy vegetables, tomatoes, cauliflower, cereals, liver kidney, yogurt, bananas and green vegetables.

c) Minerals - minerals like zinc, iron & copper promote healthy hair. Food sources: zinc - red meat, chicken & green vegetables; iron - beef, dried apricots, red meat, parsley, eggs, wheat & sunflower seeds; copper - seafood, egg yolk & whole grains.

d) Proteins - consuming more of protein gives your hair natural shine and good texture. Include more of sprouted whole grains, cereals, meat and soy in your diet.

 

[schipperchow1]

This is my partial sew in. I will be using sew in's for low manipulation to help me acheive my goal. I hope that this helps with me retain length and healthy hair.

So that curly hair is the sew-in? Very nice

 

[schipperchow1]

I put in some indigo on Tuesday night. First I henna'd, but not for very long. I left it on only for an hour or so, but I sat under the heating cap. After I washed it out, I put in the indigo and sat under the heating cap for about 45 mins. After I washed out the indigo I did a DC also under the heating cap. That poor thing was working overtime!

Then I detangled (lost very minimal hair this time ) and applied red palm oil and coconut oil. I let it dry in 8 Celie braids, lol. The next day I flat ironed with a bit of jojoba oil. Here is the result. I hope it will darken over more over the next few days.

I'm trying to decide what my next protective style will be....

Very nice What do you wash your henna & indigo out with? What do you mix them with?

 

[schipperchow1]

Aww, I guess I didn't read enough to see that I missed the deadline. Well, good luck to other challengers.

But you can be an unofficial challenger & come here for support & encouragement for your journey.

 

[schipperchow1]

sorry i've been mia... i'm sick. nothing serious, just a head and chest cold. but i'm a punk so i make it worse than what it is lol.

i'll do a better check in later. just didnt want folk thinking i ran away and then disappear off the list lol

Glad you're feeling better. BTW: I see you lurking in the TB challenge like me!

 

[LoveLongLocks]

So that curly hair is the sew-in? Very nice

Thank you.
Yes, I found this to be a perfect match to my curl pattern....so, most of my real hair is in cornrows.