2013 Relaxed Hair Buddy Thread

[Beamodel]

EnExitStageLeft

I wanted to tell you that I purchased the Narobi wrap lotion and the Humeticil when you had brought yours a few weeks back. I still haven't tried them yet though.

 

[quirkydimples]

KiWiStyle

Cattypus1

What was it about wigs you didn't like? I ask because I'm thinking about trying one out this winter. A short one (the infamous Mommy wig)...to keep me from cutting my own hair short again.

 

[Jewell]

I'm with EnExitStageLeft
If y'all start a wig challenge, I will have to wait until the weather is MUCH COOLER, like late Sept to Oct, as I would be a sweaty mess with a wig on top of all this hair. Even when my hair was much shorter, like APL when I BC'd, I still couldn't wear wigs from April to late Sept of each year. But it's a great idea to start a challenge though.

 

[Jewell]

xu93texas

Oh yes ma'am...will be picking both up tomorrow since my fave BSS is closed on Sundays. If it has collagen (Humecta-Sil), or any other proteins, my hair will definitely love it...seems like she can't ever get enough protein! And I love products that smell great, work great, and are easy on the wallet. With my PJism I need all of the above things to come together!

 

[Cattypus1]

KiWiStyle

Cattypus1

What was it about wigs you didn't like? I ask because I'm thinking about trying one out this winter. A short one (the infamous Mommy wig)...to keep me from cutting my own hair short again.

Hey, quirkydimples, haven't heard from you in a minute. Glad you're back. I don't have anything against wigs for other people, I just can't do it. I go back a ways and lets just say that I did the big chop before I knew what a big chop was. I was a little girl of 10 and my mother let me do it but my grandmother wasn't having it. My grandmother was determined that I shouldn't look like a little pick-a-ninny so she took me wig shopping. That was part of a very traumatic year for me and the wig was associated with the trauma! I just can't do it, I'd rather shave my head and/or wear a hat or scarf. Its very personal for me but if you can do it, I'd say by all means go for it. Lots of the ladies on LHCF have great success using wigs as a protective style.

 

[Cattypus1]

xu93texas

Oh yes ma'am...will be picking both up tomorrow since my fave BSS is closed on Sundays. If it has collagen (Humecta-Sil), or any other proteins, my hair will definitely love it...seems like she can't ever get enough protein! And I love products that smell great, work great, and are easy on the wallet. With my PJism I need all of the above things to come together!

I believe I see another hand raised in the PJ not-so-anonymous meeting! Welcome.

 

[quirkydimples]

Cattypus1

Got it. Childhood trauma will do it every time...

I've regressed to lurker status. I'm here everyday; I just haven't had anything to add. I'm relaxing next week at 13 weeks post and getting a trim to keep my long bob even. I'll post pics then.

 

[xu93texas]

xu93texas

Oh yes ma'am...will be picking both up tomorrow since my fave BSS is closed on Sundays. If it has collagen (Humecta-Sil), or any other proteins, my hair will definitely love it...seems like she can't ever get enough protein! And I love products that smell great, work great, and are easy on the wallet. With my PJism I need all of the above things to come together!

Yes, my hair loves protein, too. Let us know what you think about the product.

 

[Cattypus1]

Cattypus1

Got it. Childhood trauma will do it every time...

I've regressed to lurker status. I'm here everyday; I just haven't had anything to add. I'm relaxing next week at 13 weeks post and getting a trim to keep my long bob even. I'll post pics then.

Next week is week 13 for me too. I trying to make it to 16. It's a struggle because I'm switching to a Texturizer and a new product (Linange) and I have my stuff and I'm dying to use it. It's much harder no to wait because my styles don't last so late in my stretch. Seems like every other day is wash day or I look scary. This would be a great time for a wig if I could get over myself. Can't wait for your pics.

 

[EnExitStageLeft]

@EnExitStageLeft

I wanted to tell you that I purchased the Narobi wrap lotion and the Humeticil when you had brought yours a few weeks back. I still haven't tried them yet though.

Beamodel
WHAT??!!! WHere did you order it from?

 

[Beamodel]

EnExitStageLeft

I didn't order it, I got it directly from my local BSS

 

[Evolving78]

DominicanBrazilian82 SunySydeofLyfe, I just googled this and quickly seen it has collagen proteins. I'm protein sensitive. I wonder if anyone protein sensitive using this with success? shortdub78, have you used it?

divachyk

it is protein based, but it doesn't make my hair hard or straw like. i use it every other week and use SD or Mizani. i apply the conditioner in the shower and let it sit with a cap for 5-15 mins. i rinse out. i wouldn't recommend it right now for you. after you get your next relaxer, i would give it a go.

 

[Evolving78]

i don't have anything to add. my shedding is bad and that's all i got. my edges....

 

[divachyk]

shortdub78, my hair actually tipped too far on the moisture side for once. I never thought I would see the day. I was too chicken to use an actual protein conditioner so I used a moisturizer that contains wheat protein to strengthen things back up -- worked like a charm. For your shedding, why not try tea rinses or maybe even Alter Ego Garlic. AE works awesome to calm shedding.

 

[divachyk]

Wig challenge ladies, include a newbie, how-to section for those that are not skilled at this wig wearing thang. (that would be me! )

 

[EnExitStageLeft]

Beamodel

WHen you use them report back with your results. That wrap lotion is the bidness !

 

[SunySydeofLyfe]

Me and my hair have been making plans all week and we have yet to get to them! I'm dreading aphogee 2 step but i know i need it!! Tomorrow or tomorrow after tomorrow...lol... i did trim and need to see what it looks like after a nice dc session....to be continued....

Suny

 

[Beamodel]

Beamodel

WHen you use them report back with your results. That wrap lotion is the bidness !

EnExitStageLeft
These two products are the first silicone products I have had in a very long time. Have you tried the conditioner before?

 

[EnExitStageLeft]

Beamodel

No I haven't, I was but decided against it because of the dimethicone. The Wrap Lotion has a water soluble cone so it doesn't give me any problems.

 

[divachyk]

What about trying it on a small test patch. I've thought collagen was one of the safer proteins. My hair thrives on protein so the product line is perfect for me. I can send you a sample so you don't have to commit to a bottle and if you do buy if you don't like it I'll buy it!

Suny

SunySydeofLyfe, thanks for the rec but I'll hold off for now. Even the safest proteins can cause my hair to say no thank you! I have plenty of products in my stash that I can experiment with. Plus my job is going through a reduction in hours so I really need to sit on my hands and buy absolutely nothing!

 

[naija24]

I want to hide my hair the remainder of the year. I'm tired of looking at it and dealing with it at this length. I was gonna do braids but some say it won't be the best option for extended periods (3-4 months) at a time. I can NOT do a weave. My bf will never let me hear the end of it (he's been in favor since my BC).

I want to stretch from now until April. How doable is a 10 month stretch?

 

[divachyk]

sunnieb, Nix08, baddison, DominicanBrazilian82, Cherry89 (hope I did not miss anyone)

Happy Juicy Bun Monday ladies...

 

[mschristine]

Me and my hair have been making plans all week and we have yet to get to them! I'm dreading aphogee 2 step but i know i need it!! Tomorrow or tomorrow after tomorrow...lol... i did trim and need to see what it looks like after a nice dc session....to be continued....

Suny

I'm going to do the 2 step in a couple of weeks for the first time and I'm super nervous....

 

[EnExitStageLeft]

@sunnieb, @Nix08, @baddison, @DominicanBrazilian82, @Cherry89 (hope I did not miss anyone)

Happy Juicy Bun Monday ladies...

YOUR HAIR IS SO PURDY!

 

[Rnjones]

Do u ladies moisturize ur new growth as u normally would the week leading up to the relaxer or aim for as little manipulation as possible?

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[sunnieb]

divachyk - love your bun!

 

[sunnieb]

Do u ladies moisturize ur new growth as u normally would the week leading up to the relaxer or aim for as little manipulation as possible?

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Rnjones - The week of my relaxer I manipulate my newgrowth as usual, but I make a conscious effort to put very little product directly on it.

 

[DominicanBrazilian82]

sunnieb, Nix08, baddison, DominicanBrazilian82, Cherry89 (hope I did not miss anyone)

Happy Juicy Bun Monday ladies...

That juicy juicy...

 

[DominicanBrazilian82]

I'm going to do the 2 step in a couple of weeks for the first time and I'm super nervous....

I was too! The first time I did it was a week before my relaxer in November 2012. I watched tons of YouTube vids and followed the instructions extremely closely. I definitely followed up with a super moisturizing, non-protein DC and used a super creamy leave-in. My hair was awesome! I've done one other since then (I stretch for 20 weeks and do my 2-Step one week before I relax) and I really think I should start doing one halfway through my stretch. My hair absolutely needs protein. Don't be nervous. Go in like... "I got this..." mschristine

 

[SunySydeofLyfe]

I'm going to do the 2 step in a couple of weeks for the first time and I'm super nervous....

Its a good thing and much needed if your hair can tolerate protein. Be sure to follow up with a dc session. I've still not made it happen....but soon...

Suny