2010 Sulfur Challenge

[Hairsnob]

I'm about to apply my mix after a break of a few days. I could use a little tingle right about now

I think I'm going to reduce the amount of times I apply my mix to 2-3 times a week instead of nightly. After this mix is gone I'm going to remove the MN and stick to sulfur and oils. I got the best growth before adding the MN. For some reason I keep thinking they're not working together as good as they would alone.

HHG!!

 

[Aggie]

I just applied my MN/sulfur mix to my scalp a few minutes ago. I will only apply it a couple of times a weeks I think. My scalp itches too much when I apply it 4-5 times a week and since I am in braids right now and can't do daily cowashes, I will simply apply it only twice a week.

 

[make_me_over]

Hey Ladies! I misplaced my peppermint oil so I've been applying MTG alone every night, ugh. I am still taking MSM daily. I have also started co-washing, because I'm using way too much product trying to combat the dryness from MTG. Initially I was against co-washing because I felt that it didn't really clean my hair, but I'm not replacing washing with co-washing just adding it in between washes. I am now co-washing every 2 days and still washing every 7, it is helping. I just have to make it thru these next few months (til dec 31) to get to my goal (bsl) then I'm changing from MTG to something less harsh. I do believe MTG is the best growth aid out there, but the baggage that comes along with it... erplexed idk. But on the positive if I reach my goal it will all be worth it. We gotta sacrifice to get the things we want in life, right? Hope everybody has a great day, HHG!!!

 

[flowinlocks]

Hey Ladies! I misplaced my peppermint oil so I've been applying MTG alone every night, ugh. I am still taking MSM daily. I have also started co-washing, because I'm using way too much product trying to combat the dryness from MTG. Initially I was against co-washing because I felt that it didn't really clean my hair, but I'm not replacing washing with co-washing just adding it in between washes. I am now co-washing every 2 days and still washing every 7, it is helping. I just have to make it thru these next few months (til dec 31) to get to my goal (bsl) then I'm changing from MTG to something less harsh. I do believe MTG is the best growth aid out there, but the baggage that comes along with it... erplexed idk. But on the positive if I reach my goal it will all be worth it. We gotta sacrifice to get the things we want in life, right? Hope everybody has a great day, HHG!!!

I actually added some leave in cond. to my MTG to help combat dryness.

 

[make_me_over]

I actually added some leave in cond. to my MTG to help combat dryness.

Yea see I didn't want to dilute the MTG, because I didn't want to diminish its potency, but the dryness is nearly unbearable. I have to do something, I mean I almost have straw on my head. So I might try adding some leave in to my MTG tonight, thnx for the tip girly!

 

[flowinlocks]

Yea see I didn't want to dilute the MTG, because I didn't want to diminish its potency, but the dryness is nearly unbearable. I have to do something, I mean I almost have straw on my head. So I might try adding some leave in to my MTG tonight, thnx for the tip girly!

I know exactly what you mean. MTG makes my ng feel like steel wool. However it does work. So I know what you mean about not wanting to dilute it. It also helped when I was applying it straight at night and cowashing it out in the morning.

 

[Aggie]

I ordered a 32oz bottle of Boundless tresses today - they are having a 15% off sale until tomorrow. No discount code needed. If anyone is interested, simply go on the site at www.growthspecifics.com. I sure hope I don't have any delays or shipping issues with it. Keeping my fingers crossed.

 

[flowinlocks]

bumping....

 

[grow]

Hey Ladies! I misplaced my peppermint oil so I've been applying MTG alone every night, ugh. I am still taking MSM daily. I have also started co-washing, because I'm using way too much product trying to combat the dryness from MTG. Initially I was against co-washing because I felt that it didn't really clean my hair, but I'm not replacing washing with co-washing just adding it in between washes. I am now co-washing every 2 days and still washing every 7, it is helping. I just have to make it thru these next few months (til dec 31) to get to my goal (bsl) then I'm changing from MTG to something less harsh. I do believe MTG is the best growth aid out there, but the baggage that comes along with it... erplexed idk. But on the positive if I reach my goal it will all be worth it. We gotta sacrifice to get the things we want in life, right? Hope everybody has a great day, HHG!!!

generally speaking, MTG has had a drying effect on my hair, but not on my scalp.
to combat the dryness on my hair, first of all, i would put my hair in ponytails so that it only got on the scalp.
sure, some will undoubtedly get on a few strands too, but that's where my clarifying/chelating poo's and deep conditioning treatments came into play.
when i stayed on top of those treatments, my hair ceased to be dry.

also, my dc's would be applied on dry hair, many times right after having applied the mtg to my scalp.
when i slept in the mtg and dc, i would wake up to hair that after rinsed, was soft and mtg'ed.

 

[LaFemmeNaturelle]

Tuesday, I'll be officially out of this challenge. Why? Well my MSM will be finished on Tuesday and I am no longer applying the sulfur mix because I'm giving up shampoo until Christmas and I don't want it to clog my pores. I will continue to come in and check on you ladies and I can't wait to see your updates!

 

[flowinlocks]

Tuesday, I'll be officially out of this challenge. Why? Well my MSM will be finished on Tuesday and I am no longer applying the sulfur mix because I'm giving up shampoo until Christmas and I don't want it to clog my pores. I will continue to come in and check on you ladies and I can't wait to see your updates!

Sorry to see you go... Did you feel like you got any extra growth or thickness from the MSM?

 

[grow]

^^^
i'm sad to see you leave us, too, La Femme!

 

[Ltown]

I'm bowing out too Flowin I'm not getting any increase in growth, we started in Feb, I trimed in 1/2 inch in Jun and now it's Sept I was hoping to be closer to APL but not. I enjoyed the challenge but unfortunately it did not give me what I wanted, maybe I need something internal.

 

[grow]

i'm thinking about changing my mix once again, whew!

sometimes the oils (be it MTG or my own homemade mix) are just too much for me and messy.

then it gets arduous to put them on because i've got to get out my towels, tissues, etc...and i get lazy, lol!

so i was thinking about melting some hair butter (avocado) and then mixing it with the sulfur and letting it get solid to then apply it like a regular pomade. (many of the ingredients in the commercial pomades give me problems on my scalp and hair)


have any of you tried this before as an alternative to using something like sulfur 8?

thanks ladies!

 

[flowinlocks]

Sorry to see you leave also ... What products did you try?

 

[flowinlocks]

To the ladies not seeing results I would like if you would still give an update on what products you used and your reggie when we do our final update at the end of the year. Seeing as this was an experimental challenge I think it would be a good reference for anyone looking to try sulfur products in the future. We need feedback from both sides. Thanks so much for joining us.

 

[flowinlocks]

i'm thinking about changing my mix once again, whew!

sometimes the oils (be it MTG or my own homemade mix) are just too much for me and messy.

then it gets arduous to put them on because i've got to get out my towels, tissues, etc...and i get lazy, lol!

so i was thinking about melting some hair butter (avocado) and then mixing it with the sulfur and letting it get solid to then apply it like a regular pomade. (many of the ingredients in the commercial pomades give me problems on my scalp and hair)


have any of you tried this before as an alternative to using something like sulfur 8?

thanks ladies!

Never tried it, but it sounds like a great idea!

 

[LaFemmeNaturelle]

To the ladies not seeing results I would like if you would still give an update on what products you used and your reggie when we do our final update at the end of the year. Seeing as this was an experimental challenge I think it would be a good reference for anyone looking to try sulfur products in the future. We need feedback from both sides. Thanks so much for joining us.

Yup I'll def continue to check in on you ladies and I'll give a final update in December. I did not receive any extra growth or thickness or change in texture. I think its because my diet was already rich in sulfur and maybe this only works if you are sulfur deficient? Or maybe I was't taking a high enough dosage. I started off at 1,000 and worked my way to 3,000. IDK but I remember my knees hurting after dance last week as well so if it's not even helping my joints, what do I need it for lol

 

[Aggie]

I am still waiting on my Boundless Tresses to arrive so I don't have anything new to report as yet.

 

[make_me_over]

generally speaking, MTG has had a drying effect on my hair, but not on my scalp.
to combat the dryness on my hair, first of all, i would put my hair in ponytails so that it only got on the scalp.
sure, some will undoubtedly get on a few strands too, but that's where my clarifying/chelating poo's and deep conditioning treatments came into play.
when i stayed on top of those treatments, my hair ceased to be dry.

also, my dc's would be applied on dry hair, many times right after having applied the mtg to my scalp.
when i slept in the mtg and dc, i would wake up to hair that after rinsed, was soft and mtg'ed.

It's funny that you mentioned clarifying shampoos, because I just used one yesterday and after I felt like it really allowed my deep conditioning treatment to penetrate the shaft effectively. So my hair was much softer. I am very happy with the results MTG & MSM have given me. Using them both daily I've gotten 3 inches in 2 months. So I figured I can at least keep it up til the end of the year, this is my first hair challenge and I won't fail my mind is made up. So if I have to do some extra conditioning or clarifying that's cool. Now I don't think I could dc along with the MTG because I couldn't see washing this natural 4b hair every day. I have to keep my hair in twist just so I can get to my scalp to be able to apply the MTG. The tips that you ladies give me help me a lot.

 

[Ltown]

Sorry to see you leave also ... What products did you try?

I've used BT, BM and homemade mix of sulfur powder with various oils. I've use them all 2-3x a week, I have not gotten any extra growth increase so unfortunately for me why put the extra work to get the same 1/4 inch.

 

[grow]

I've used BT, BM and homemade mix of sulfur powder with various oils. I've use them all 2-3x a week, I have not gotten any extra growth increase so unfortunately for me why put the extra work to get the same 1/4 inch.

i'm sad it did not work out for you, Ltown, and wish you much success on your journey with the products you will be using.

It's funny that you mentioned clarifying shampoos, because I just used one yesterday and after I felt like it really allowed my deep conditioning treatment to penetrate the shaft effectively. So my hair was much softer. I am very happy with the results MTG & MSM have given me. Using them both daily I've gotten 3 inches in 2 months. So I figured I can at least keep it up til the end of the year, this is my first hair challenge and I won't fail my mind is made up. So if I have to do some extra conditioning or clarifying that's cool. Now I don't think I could dc along with the MTG because I couldn't see washing this natural 4b hair every day. I have to keep my hair in twist just so I can get to my scalp to be able to apply the MTG. The tips that you ladies give me help me a lot.

make_me_over, WOW, 3 INCHES IN 2 MONTHS IS REMARKABLE PROGRESS!!!

CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR SUCCESS!!!

i'm glad you tried the clarifying poo and that it gave you such good results.
i also agree with you that daily cowashing could be a bit too much as i didn't know that you are natural.
i'm happy to know you are getting such a solid reggie together!

 

[flowinlocks]

I'll be cowashing and applying my homemade mixture tonight.

 

[NJoy]

Ltown & LaFemmeNaturelle, I'm sorry to see you ladies exiting too but, will definitely see you around the boards and here from time to time.



All's well in my world. My frustration with my ng and this texlaxing has passed as I'm really going low mani with the HYH challenge. I was also trying to decide whether to do the end of Sept check-in because of that challenge. Well, I did a sneak peek at my hair, after trying to ignore it as much as possible and find that I'm definitely mbl. That said, I'm looking forward to seeing the full length flat ironed and will likely be posting my check (We are still doing end of Sept? )

My hair is moving along quite nicely and I'm definitely hitting my sulfur mix and sticking with msm to try to make this wl goal by end of the year. From well above apl in January to mbl is definitely encouraging and I'm dying to show pics.

 

[Hairsnob]

Thank God for this challenge to keep me focused because I was just being lazy about applying my sulfur mix. I have to mix a new batch so I was putting it off. :-(

I hate using the quick reply because I can't find the smileys. Oh well, have a great night ladies!!

 

[flowinlocks]

Ltown & LaFemmeNaturelle, I'm sorry to see you ladies exiting too but, will definitely see you around the boards and here from time to time.



All's well in my world. My frustration with my ng and this texlaxing has passed as I'm really going low mani with the HYH challenge. I was also trying to decide whether to do the end of Sept check-in because of that challenge. Well, I did a sneak peek at my hair, after trying to ignore it as much as possible and find that I'm definitely mbl. That said, I'm looking forward to seeing the full length flat ironed and will likely be posting my check (We are still doing end of Sept? )

My hair is moving along quite nicely and I'm definitely hitting my sulfur mix and sticking with msm to try to make this wl goal by end of the year. From well above apl in January to mbl is definitely encouraging and I'm dying to show pics.

It's def. encouraging!! Congratulations on making MBL!!

Yes the check in is still the end of Sept. I can't wait to see the pics.!

 

[LaidBak]

Summer is over, so its back to putting stuff on my scalp. I have a whole bottle of Claudie's to get through, and two jars of Surge cream. I am fascinated by @make_me_over 's results. I swore I'd never use MTG because of the smell; do you think their human version works just as well? And what kind of sulfur is in that stuff anyway? I mean, is it just MSM, or something else?
ETA: I see it has mineral oil. *sigh* I hate to go there, but if it works...

 

[flowinlocks]

Summer is over, so its back to putting stuff on my scalp. I have a whole bottle of Claudie's to get through, and two jars of Surge cream. I am fascinated by @make_me_over 's results. I swore I'd never use MTG because of the smell; do you think their human version works just as well? And what kind of sulfur is in that stuff anyway? I mean, is it just MSM, or something else?
ETA: I see it has mineral oil. *sigh* I hate to go there, but if it works...

I think it's the same as MTG except with and different scent. From the reviews on here it doesn't smell much better than the original. Plus it costs more.

 

[make_me_over]

@Ltown & @LaFemmeNaturelle, I'm sorry to see you ladies exiting too but, will definitely see you around the boards and here from time to time.



All's well in my world. My frustration with my ng and this texlaxing has passed as I'm really going low mani with the HYH challenge. I was also trying to decide whether to do the end of Sept check-in because of that challenge. Well, I did a sneak peek at my hair, after trying to ignore it as much as possible and find that I'm definitely mbl. That said, I'm looking forward to seeing the full length flat ironed and will likely be posting my check (We are still doing end of Sept? )

My hair is moving along quite nicely and I'm definitely hitting my sulfur mix and sticking with msm to try to make this wl goal by end of the year. From well above apl in January to mbl is definitely encouraging and I'm dying to show pics.

Congrats!!! That is sooo inspirational!!!

Summer is over, so its back to putting stuff on my scalp. I have a whole bottle of Claudie's to get through, and two jars of Surge cream. I am fascinated by @make_me_over 's results. I swore I'd never use MTG because of the smell; do you think their human version works just as well? And what kind of sulfur is in that stuff anyway? I mean, is it just MSM, o r something else?
ETA: I see it has mineral oil. *sigh* I hate to go there, but if it works...

Mtg also has cade oil in it, which is used to treat hair loss so maybe that is a contributing factor along with the sulfur, idk. What ever u choose to do I hope u get great results. HHG!!!

 

[flowinlocks]

Checking in... I'll be doing an Ayurvedic tea rinse today. Then later I'll apply be mine. The forum went down a couple of times for me yesterday : ( I noticed when it came back up all the thanks I gave for posts were gone. Kinda annoying...