MHM Hangout

[crimsonpeach]

Maybe put the Curl Maker on the shelf until your stubborn areas are more defined. I think Aharris23 is fully hydrated. Perhaps with more hydration, you can use less and get past the crunch. Did you try a little oil before or after it?

@crimsonpeach
did you try the old version or new version of the curl maker?

I specifically got the new version.

I think it's more the gel than the degree of hydration I am. Kinky Curly, Hello Curly, and CC Naturals all define my stubborn areas and leave me with soft hair. Kinky Curly and Hello Curly I need to dilute but still get get definition and elongation.

I'll try diluting and the oil but still don't see this gel moving its way into my favorites.

The product junkie in me just wants to try new things when I already have staples.

 

[GGsKin]

hairtimes5 it's a different look but I

 

[faithVA]

hairtimes5;20771453[/USER]]Pictures finally, couldn't do it from my phone. 1) is before starting MHM, 2) is product free hair after finishing the 7 day start up, 3) today's wng, 4) the bangs I wish I hadn't cut.

btw faithVA I watched a few videos on cutting bangs. I don't think it was my technique (except that they could be shorter), I just don't like it on me. Oh and thanks for the info on the satin scrunchies.

You have curls all over the place. I like the bangs on you but they do need to be shorter

 

[Guinan]

hairtimes5, you did a good job and I luv the color. Did you cut the bangs in it's natural state or when it was straight?

 

[faithVA]

I specifically got the new version.

I think it's more the gel than the degree of hydration I am. Kinky Curly, Hello Curly, and CC Naturals all define my stubborn areas and leave me with soft hair. Kinky Curly and Hello Curly I need to dilute but still get get definition and elongation.

I'll try diluting and the oil but still don't see this gel moving its way into my favorites.

The product junkie in me just wants to try new things when I already have staples.

What I mean is the gel probably works better for someone whose hair is fully hydrated. The gel isn't needed to define the curls, it just seals the moisture in. As your stubborn area becomes like the rest perhaps the gel would work better. Just suggesting you put it on the shelf for now and then maybe try it 3 months from now.

 

[GGsKin]

Think it suits you. I can picture it with the rest of your hair being a little longer.

 

[faithVA]

For anyone interested TreasuredLocks has the hair therapy wrap on sale for $22.99 versus $29. tashboog, they are still out of the replacement heat pads

http://www.treasuredlocks.com/microwave-hair-therapy-wrap-conditioning-cap.html

 

[Honey Bee]

hairtimes5, How long have you been natural?

 

[tashboog]

hairtimes5 your hair is very pretty . My hair was still a frizzy mess after my 7 days . I also love your color! Did washing for 7 days affect your hair color? I wish you would've consulted us before cutting your bangs cuz I found a good tutorial that shows u how to create bangs without cutting your hair. I do agree with the other ladies that it just need to be slightly shorter but overall it looks good .

 

[SpiceUpMyHair]

Hey ladies and gentlemen I am noticing some breakage while I apply my clay. What u guys think I should do about it?

 

[faithVA]

SpiceUpMyHair[/USER];20772525]Hey ladies and gentlemen I am noticing some breakage while I apply my clay. What u guys think I should do about it?

Tell us all of your steps, products and ingredients from step 1 to step 3.

I'm sorry if I don't remember all of your details. When did you start? When was the last time you did the cherry lola carmel treatment?

 

[faithVA]

I finally got around to finding my pics and editing them. I still have a long way to go until my hair is hydrated but I can definitely tell a difference between May and November. Considering I typically only do it once a week, its not too bad.

May - Wash 1 (I think product free)




November - With Rhassoul Clay
My back is curling the most and the sides are starting.

 

[faithVA]

This is my hair product free. I didn't get a good picture

May:
November:

 

[shelli4018]

1. Which regimen are you doing? Pinkecube, DanaB?, Aketafitgirl? Other? Please describe. I started off doing Pinkecube's method. But I've since shortened it to better fit my lifestyle.
2. When did you start the regimen? A couple of months ago....I think.
3. How often do you do the method? 2 or 3 times a week.
4. Benefits seen so far. My hair is consistently moisturized (probably for the first time ever). It's easier to manage as well. But the greatest benefit has been the ease and flexibility MHM offers. My hair looks great without hours of styling or complicated protective styles. My hair has never looked this good with so little effort before.
5. Anything else you would like to share.
6. Starting Photo
7. Current Picture if you have one. I'll take pics tomorrow after a fresh wash.
8. List your steps and products. New comers may find this helpful when looking at products and modifications.
- Wash with ORS Aloe shampoo or CoWash with whatever I have on hand.
- Add banana baby food to conditioner than sit under the steamer for 20 minutes.
- Rinse.
- Add leave in (currently Camille Rose, Tresemme' Flawless Curls or TJ Nourish Spa).
- Add gel (WetLine or Eco Styler).
- Gently work products from root to tip with Denman. This step makes my curls pop so hard you can practically hear the "boing."

 

[faithVA]

1. Which regimen are you doing? Pinkecube, DanaB?, Aketafitgirl? Other? Please describe. I started off doing Pinkecube's method. But I've since shortened it to better fit my lifestyle.
2. When did you start the regimen? A couple of months ago....I think.
3. How often do you do the method? 2 or 3 times a week.
4. Benefits seen so far. My hair is consistently moisturized (probably for the first time ever). It's easier to manage as well. But the greatest benefit has been the ease and flexibility MHM offers. My hair looks great without hours of styling or complicated protective styles. My hair has never looked this good with so little effort before.
5. Anything else you would like to share.
6. Starting Photo
7. Current Picture if you have one. I'll take pics tomorrow after a fresh wash.
8. List your steps and products. New comers may find this helpful when looking at products and modifications.
- Wash with ORS Aloe shampoo or CoWash with whatever I have on hand.
- Add banana baby food to conditioner than sit under the steamer for 20 minutes.
- Rinse.
- Add leave in (currently Camille Rose, Tresemme' Flawless Curls or TJ Nourish Spa).
- Add gel (WetLine or Eco Styler).
- Gently work products from root to tip with Denman. This step makes my curls pop so hard you can practically hear the "boing."

Welcome shelli4018. Thanks for posting your regimen. You are welcome to stay and hang out with us but your regimen really is more of a cowashing, curling girl regimen versus a MHM method. I just wanted to mention that for lurkers who may think they are the same.

 

[hairtimes5]

Thanks for the compliments.

AbsyBlvd I agree, I think I would like it better if the rest of my hair were longer. I might try blowing the roots out a little for more length.

faithVA Yep, they need to be shorter but I'm leaving it alone lol.

pelohello I cut each curl separately while in its natural state. But speaking of that...I got a trim last month and the stylist blew it out real good beforehand. Now that I'm wearing wng's I noticed that one side of my hair looks like my 5 yr old cut it, it's so choppy looking. Would love a devacut one day, maybe next yr for my bday...

honeybee My last relaxer was in March 2011 and I big chopped in 2012.

tashboog I think my hair responded quickly because I started and stopped the method in the summer but I stuck with the CGM afterwards. My color hasn't been affected at all, but it's also old. I got this color back in December 2012. I never had it retouched, been growing it out ever since. And I wish I would've asked about the bangs first too

 

[tashboog]

faithVA your hair has really come a long way. I hope now you can see the curls .

 

[faithVA]

faithVA your hair has really come a long way. I hope now you can see the curls .

I can see the curls with the clay now. I don't see that without product. That is progress. And I guess with the picture I can see some growth Had no idea that is what my hair looked like in May

 

[SpiceUpMyHair]

faithVA
I did a cherry lola probably in the beginning about 4 weeks ago. But i did a protein tx last week with a protein conditioner I was trying to get rid of (SSI Fortifying tx).
step 1-1.5 tsp bs with tresemme
step 2- dc with jessicurl, ng or silk dreams
step 3- mud puddle or terressentials
step4- diluted jessicurl
step 5-kccc- I stopped using it. Today I used blue roze beauty pumkin puree and camille rose almond jai

 

[faithVA]

SpiceUpMyHair[/USER];20773377]faithVA
I did a cherry lola probably in the beginning about 4 weeks ago. But i did a protein tx last week with a protein conditioner I was trying to get rid of (SSI Fortifying tx).
step 1-1.5 tsp bs with tresemme
step 2- dc with jessicurl, ng or silk dreams
step 3- mud puddle or terressentials
step4- diluted jessicurl
step 5-kccc- I stopped using it. Today I used blue roze beauty pumkin puree and camille rose almond jai

I don't see anything right off hand. Have you been experiencing any dryness? Describe your breakage. Was it a lot? Is it only when wet? Or did it break when it was dry as well?

Are you normal or high porosity? Perhaps your times for each step are too long. Or you are washing too frequently.

Sorry to ask so many questions.

 

[SpiceUpMyHair]

faithVA
I really dont know what my porosity is, I just know my moisture level has increased. Maybe I am doing the steps too long. How long are you doing each step? Maybe I am washing too frequently. But it only happens while I am applying the clay.

 

[faithVA]

SpiceUpMyHair[/USER];20773587]faithVA
I really dont know
what my porosity is, I just know my moisture level has increased. Maybe I am doing the steps too long. How long are you doing each step? Maybe I am washing too frequently. But it only happens while I am applying the clay.

That is odd. Maybe tomorrow someone else may have some idea. Are your ends tangling and breaking? Do you think diluting the mudwash would help?

Your hair sounds overmoisturized but it's odd that it only breaks with the mud.

I am low porosity so it takes a lot for my hair to become overmoisturized. I do each step for at least 30 minutes to 1 hour. I only do my hair once a week though.

 

[SpiceUpMyHair]

faithVA
I dilute it nect time. Hope it helps. Thx

 

[faithVA]

SpiceUpMyHair[/USER];20773861]faithVA
I dilute it nect time. Hope it helps. Thx

I know I'm not being much help. But when was the last time you dusted or trimmed your ends? I'm guessing fairly recently but just wanted to ask.

 

[shelli4018]

Welcome shelli4018. Thanks for posting your regimen. You are welcome to stay and hang out with us but your regimen really is more of a cowashing, curling girl regimen versus a MHM method. I just wanted to mention that for lurkers who may think they are the same.

Hmm. Thanks for pointing that out. You might be right. My regimen sounds more like The Tightly Curly Method now. I didn't realize I'd made so many changes I was doing something else . Nevertheless, I'll continue to lurk and support you ladies. I still do the full MHM regimen once a month.

 

[Guinan]

@hairtimes5, I plan on getting a deva cut next yr too. I'm just waiting for my hair to grow some more. I'm making my appointment in Feb (don't know if there wuill be a long waiting list) to get my hair cut probably in May or July.

 

[Guinan]

@faithVA
I really dont know what my porosity is, I just know my moisture level has increased. Maybe I am doing the steps too long. How long are you doing each step? Maybe I am washing too frequently. But it only happens while I am applying the clay.

I noticed that when my hair has too much moisture and I go and apply the clay I experience alittle breakage. When was the last time you used protein? I leave the clay in for about 15min to an hour. I have primarily med-lo porosity; however I can achieve over-moisturized hair in a short amount of time. If that makes sense

 

[Guinan]

faithVA, your hair looks so much more moisturized now.

 

[faithVA]

shelli4018;20774593[/USER]]Hmm. Thanks for pointing that out. You might be right. My regimen sounds more like The Tightly Curly Method now. I didn't realize I'd made so many changes I was doing something else . Nevertheless, I'll continue to lurk and support you ladies. I still do the full MHM regimen once a month.

Not a problem. Like I said you are welcome to hang out in here. We would like to see your progress with the monthly MHM regimen Those that are close to hydration may be interested in doing it once a month in the future and may want to see how it works out.

 

[faithVA]

@hairtimes5, I plan on getting a deva cut next yr too. I'm just waiting for my hair to grow some more. I'm making my appointment in Feb (don't know if there wuill be a long waiting list) to get my hair cut probably in May or July.

I want to get a deva cut as well. My hair shape is terrible. I will see where I am with hydration in March. I found a place locally that does the cut. I am a little nervous though since I've had so many set backs over the years. We shall see.

If I don't get a cut, I will probably have to wear a headband for quite some time since the front tends to look strange.