Do you always follow-up with a moisture dc after a protein dc?

[MsDes]

Some protein dc's make my hair really soft (like ORS Mayo and Replenishing Conditioner). So, is it really necessary to follow up with a moisture dc if it makes my hair feel soft? And plus, isn't the ORS Replenishing Conditioner a Balanced one? If so, why follow-up with moisture? TIA.

 

[leiah]

I only use protein DCs. They make my hair very moisturized. The only problem I run into is that sometimes the protein in my leave ins is too much, so i'll use moisturizing ones just for a day or two

 

[mzteaze]

I do both to make sure that I don't have a problem. However, if you are happy with the results you could alternate.

 

[jenaccess]

Only when I do the hard Aphogee protien treatment.

 

[MsDes]

jenaccess

Yeah, I would def use moisture after a hard protein/reconstructor.

 

[jenaccess]

I am so proud of myself with being consistant with my haircare. I just love LHCF!

 

[darlingdiva]

I typically don't, but that is because I usually use light proteins like Aubrey Organics Glycogen Protein Balancing Conditioner. That stuff is fabulous! It puts many regular moisturizing conditioners to shame.

 

[Ronnieaj]

The quick answer is, it depends on the strength of the protein.

If it's a protein/moisture mix, like AO GPB, and your hair doesn't feel hard or stiff after using it, then I see no reason to follow with a moisturizing DC. Some people's hair does feel hard after these treatments, but it doesn't sound like yours is one of them.

For a harder protein, like Aphogee 2-step, Mega-tek, Joico KPak, Nexxus Emergencee, etc., then yes I would follow with a moisture DC.

 

[beana]

It depends on how my hair feels after rinsing. Im using more reconstructors these days instead of the hard core treatments and I don't follow up with a moisture dc.

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[4evershika]

If the protein condish also has moisturizing properties then I don't. However if it is just protein (e.g. Aphogee 2 min, aphogee 2 step) then I will.

I just try to be very conscious of what I'm putting in my hair... if I used ORS Mayo to DC then I will choose a leave-in that is very moisturizing.

HTH.


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[lilyofthenile]

No you don't have to. You should decide that based on how your hair feels. I tend to cowash after though.

 

[Kn0ttyByNatur3]

No, I don't. I typically use light protiens and don't really need to do a follow up.

 

[discodumpling]

If it's a hard protein treat only then definitely. But more often than not my DC is mixed to give me the benefit of both moisture & protein.

 

[ms-gg]

If I still did protein treatments, like heck I would moisturize after one....

 

[silkii_locks]

At the beginning of my journey when I was trying to get my protein and moisture levels balanced, one week I would pre-poo with a protein condish, then DC with a moisturizing condish and the next week I would reverse it.

But now I really only follow with moisture after a hard protein or reconstructor. I've also learned to read my hair so much better now, so I typically just listen to my hair and only do what it needs.

 

[temfash]

No, I don't. I typically use light protiens and don't really need to do a follow up.

Me too, I tend to stick to the mane and tail original and Aubrey organics GPB.

 

[Zaz]

I typically follow the directions because I hate jumping in and out of the shower to double DC .
And I think only my Aphogee 2 step and Nexxus emergencee instruct you to use a moisture DC afterwards. I use those once a month, then alternate protein/moisture DC after each wash the rest of the month.

 

[LuvlyRain3]

i do my favorite combo right now is hdyratherma naturals protein amino something other and silk dreams vanilla silk moisture dream.

 

[MsDes]

Zaz, I follow the directions too. Like I know a lot of people that will dc for hours and overnight, but if it tells me to leave on for 15 mins, that's what I'mma do. LOL. And I also hate jumping in and out of the shower!

 

[Toy]

I always follow up with a moisturizing Dc after protein treatments even if its mild.

 

[MsDes]

Hey yall, isn't there a difference between a protein conditioner and a protein treatment? Like aren't the treatments heavier proteins?

 

[SpicyPisces]

Normally I don't have to because I avoid heavy proteins and instead, use light proteins with moisturizing ingredients. Right now, I use Aphogee 2 Minute for protein and mix it with my moisturizing DC.

 

[IMFOCSD]

Some protein dc's make my hair really soft (like ORS Mayo and Replenishing Conditioner). So, is it really necessary to follow up with a moisture dc if it makes my hair feel soft? And plus, isn't the ORS Replenishing Conditioner a Balanced one? If so, why follow-up with moisture? TIA.

I love this conditioner...i actually have it on my hair now.

 

[JJamiah]

Great Thread OP, I definitely use it for hard proteins. Like Toy I use it after even the mild ones. I don't skip on my DC's.

I am going to try just using the ORS Pak *I have plenty to use up, but that acts more as moisture for my hair. I will still try to do it and not DC and see what happens.

 

[B_Phlyy]

Yes I do. Even the lightest protein conditioners leave my hair a little hard. I always follow with a super moisturizing conditioner regardless of the protein though.

 

[Napp]

i do not do this any more. what i like to do is dry dc with a mild protien treatment, shampoo and then follow up with a very moisturizing rinse out. this has been giving me excellent results without hopping in and out the shower.

 

[MsDes]

Great Thread OP, I definitely use it for hard proteins. Like Toy I use it after even the mild ones. I don't skip on my DC's.

I am going to try just using the ORS Pak *I have plenty to use up, but that acts more as moisture for my hair. I will still try to do it and not DC and see what happens.

Please let us know the results! And thanks.

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[MsDes]

Just wanted to make my first poll...lol

 

[Supergirl]

No, not always. It depends on the level of protein that I used.

 

[greenandchic]

Only when I do the hard Aphogee protien treatment.

^^This^^

If its a reconstructor like Aveda Damage Remedy or protein conditioner like Aubrey Organic GPB, you don't need an extra conditioner. Its like a 2-in-1.