Protein Queens: Challenge

[keranikki]

Hi Protein Queens!
I'm about to get under my hooded dryer for my weekly DC . This week the protein originates from the extra helping of EVOO I saturated my strands with OVER my ORS Ghee Butter DC (It's actually their co-wash that doubles as a DC)
Last weeks Hask protein (hydrolyzed keratin) DC left my hair a little dry 3 days after wash day & I had to cowash on day 4 to regain a bit of moisture. DC's are a hit or miss....the Hask stuff was a miss for me.

Is Hask Protein a hard protein? If it is, you must use a moisturizing conditioner afterwards in order to balance the hair.

 

[discodumpling]

Is Hask Protein a hard protein? If it is, you must use a moisturizing conditioner afterwards in order to balance the hair.

I think I underestimated the protein content. Now that you've asked that question I have to remember to be mindful of the ingredients and their place in the first 10 listed. Thank you.

 

[imaginary]

I added some SAA to my bay leaf tea

 

[LushLox]

I think I underestimated the protein content. Now that you've asked that question I have to remember to be mindful of the ingredients and their place in the first 10 listed. Thank you.

Hask is quite a hard protein, Keratin is near the top of the list!

I'll always use a rich moisture DC if using that.

 

[Froreal3]

Dcing right now with the CNPF underneath Joico Moisture Recovery Balm under a hothead.

 

[Bountiful7788]

When I need a protein treatment , my hair seems to love ors replenishing pack and ors mayo. I would definitely recommend any of these products.

 

[NaturallyATLPCH]

Hask is quite a hard protein, Keratin is near the top of the list!

I'll always use a rich moisture DC if using that.

I need this HASK in my life because my hair LOVES keratin!

 

[NaturallyATLPCH]

Today I DCed with SSI Repair and Restore mask. Let it sit for an hour with body heat. Rinsed my hair out and it was strong yet soft. Very balanced. I loved the feeling. As I was styling, my hair was drying very soft.

Still using Joico Reconstructor as my leave in.

 

[NaturallyATLPCH]

Aw man!! My hair LOVES protein and I REALLY want to do this challenge but I know I'm not going to post consistently. Have fun Ladies!

Post when you think about it @Bad&Bougee .

 

[Froreal3]

I did the strand pull test while my hair was wet after I finished dcing with the CNPF underneath Joico Moisture Recovery Balm (which I adore and I just ran out ). My hair didn't stretch too much as I've noticed in the past.

I pulled and it just broke clean from tension, but I don't think it broke too fast. When I rinsed the CNPF and Joico out, my hair felt very soft and fluffy, so I think my hair is pretty balanced at this time.

 

[NaturallyATLPCH]

Will you be repurchasing the Joico Moisture Recovery Balm @Froreal3 ?

 

[NaturallyATLPCH]

When I need a protein treatment , my hair seems to love ors replenishing pack and ors mayo. I would definitely recommend any of these products.

The ORS mayo is a good one.

 

[cutiepiebabygirl]

My hair feels so different with Olaplex. I can't really describe it.
I am going to experiment more before I recommend.

I also bought Dudley's DRC 28 for the first time. Heard about it for years, but never tried it.

I want to compare it to NPR. I hope it's worth the $$$$.

 

[keranikki]

My hair feels so different with Olaplex. I can't really describe it.
I am going to experiment more before I recommend.

I also bought Dudley's DRC 28 for the first time. Heard about it for years, but never tried it.

I want to compare it to NPR. I hope it's worth the $$$$.

I just purchased Olaplex to see what the hype is all about. I hope it is worth the money too.

 

[Froreal3]

Will you be repurchasing the Joico Moisture Recovery Balm @Froreal3 ?

Yes it’s the bomb.com

 

[Aggie]

I finally used Komaza Hair Protein Strengthener. I really liked it but I'm trying to stick with as much products I can find on the ground. With that said, Dudley's DRC 28 is my go to on the ground alternative protein DC for now.

 

[Aggie]

I just purchased Olaplex to see what the hype is all about. I hope it is worth the money too.

I was just looking at these today on ebay. I want to try them as well so will be looking into getting a kit sometime in February.

 

[NaturallyATLPCH]

Used Joico Leave In Reconstructor underneath my cream.

 

[Froreal3]

Used some APB Cupuacu Avocado with added hydrolyzed keratin to moisturize my twists mid week.

 

[IDareT'sHair]

Think I will use:
Hydratherma Naturals Amino DC'er

 

[LushLox]

I bought a sachet of that Hask protein recently so will use that tomorrow with heat and follow up with a rich moisturising masque.

 

[Aggie]

I'm giving myself a henna and indigo treatment today so I won't be using anything with protein today since henna is already strengthening to the hair.

 

[IDareT'sHair]

Used Hairveda MoistPRO as a Final R/O.

Did not use HTN this Wash Day.

 

[IslandMummy]

Joining you guys.

Doing an aphogee treatment today and bought silk 18 conditioner from amazon recently.

 

[Aggie]

I'm giving myself a henna and indigo treatment today so I won't be using anything with protein today since henna is already strengthening to the hair.

Okay my DC of choice to use after my hendigo treatment is Naturelle Grow Rose Clay DC. That DC smells so good . I sure hope my hair likes it. I'm about to wash out my indigo color in about 5 minutes or so.

 

[NaturallyATLPCH]

Hi queens!
I think I am going to use APB's Not Easily Broken with Colorful Neutral Protein filler underneath. I will continue this until I use it up.
My remaining jar I will use as a rinse out after cowashes.

 

[PJaye]

Since I needed a kick of protein and wanted to compare two different DCs, I decided to use the APB Bamboo & Algae Strengthening Mask on the right side and APB Keratin Treatment on the left. Both products have the same consistency and offered great slip; I was able to detangle easily within minutes after application. I let it all sit for a couple of hours and when I rinsed t’weren’t nairn strength to be had. My hair was silky soft, highly moisturized and emollient. There’s some kind of unicorn-y wizardry going on in these DCs. Still, I think these products would be good for someone who is protein sensitive, or who desires a kick of protein that won’t kick back. Given the unexpected results, I’m going to have to try again early next week.

 

[Aggie]

Okay my DC of choice to use after my hendigo treatment is Naturelle Grow Rose Clay DC. That DC smells so good . I sure hope my hair likes it. I'm about to wash out my indigo color in about 5 minutes or so.

I added 2 Tbsp of NPF to my DC. I have it on my hair right now and will be washing it out soon.

 

[Aggie]

Since I needed a kick of protein and wanted to compare two different DCs, I decided to use the APB Bamboo & Algae Strengthening Mask on the right side and APB Keratin Treatment on the left. Both products have the same consistency and offered great slip; I was able to detangle easily within minutes after application. I let it all sit for a couple of hours and when I rinsed t’weren’t nairn strength to be had. My hair was silky soft, highly moisturized and emollient. There’s some kind of unicorn-y wizardry going on in these DCs. Still, I think these products would be good for someone who is protein sensitive, or who desires a kick of protein that won’t kick back. Given the unexpected results, I’m going to have to try again early next week.

Nice review @PJaye. Update us next week with your findings.

 

[IDareT'sHair]

@PJaye
Agree w/ @Aggie Please come back & update. I was interested in the Keratin one (for a skronger Protein).

Right now for me re: Handmade's nothing can touch HV's Methi Step1, Claudie's and/or Sarenzo's Quinoa Protein DC'er. Those are my "go-to's" from the Handmade's for super strength or what I consider Heavier Protein Rx's (for my hair).