Random Hair Thoughts/Thinking out loud

[oneastrocurlie]

Last time I was in Target I saw it but I didn't pick it up but these based on some of the ladies reviews I want to try it. I still have the SM Superfruit mask and conditioner that are still unopened... Pjism at it's best lol.

I've tried the manuka honey and superfruit masque. Can't decide which I like better but I'd rebuy (well already did with the honey one lol) both.

 

[Bibliophile]

I've tried the manuka honey and superfruit masque. Can't decide which I like better but I'd rebuy (well already did with the honey one lol) both.

My problem is all the white PJs in my area (they must be BHM/LHCF/NP lurkers) buying all the SM at Target & Ulta.
I was at Target yesterday & they (guys included) had their carts loaded with the Manuka Honey line. I'll be so mad if my rain check expires w/o getting this stuff!

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[kupenda]

I need to protect my hair from this winter cold. I want to get a sew in BAD. But i also picked up some extra hours doing a swim class twice a week. Idk what to do! Should I still get a sew in or do a half wig?? Either way, I REFUSE to leave my hair exposed like I did this past winter

 

[oneastrocurlie]

My problem is all the white PJs in my area (they must be BHM/LHCF/NP lurkers) buying all the SM at Target & Ulta.
I was at Target yesterday & they (guys included) had their carts loaded with the Manuka Honey line. I'll be so mad if my rain check expires w/o getting this stuff!

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Really? That's surprising. They aren't touching the stuff here. Either line.

 

[Bibliophile]

Really? That's surprising. They aren't touching the stuff here. Either line.

Yes, I was shocked... I oveheard a young guy (with short curly hair) gushing to his mom how great it was. I was thinking, “You don't even have much hair! May I please have at least 1 masque? "

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[Dayjoy]

Yes, I was shocked... I oveheard a young guy (with short curly hair) gushing to his mom how great it was. I was thinking, “You don't even have much hair! May I please have at least 1 masque? "

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I'm picturing all the wp bouncing through Target with their carts filled Supermarket Sweep style with SM while all the bp are standing around with empty carts, dry hair and angry faces like .

 

[Bun Mistress]

there is a whole in the netting for my braids, I keeps putting my fingers in the whole touch my hair and scalp.

 

[PinkSunshine77]

I have 4 french braids I just redo everyweek, moisturize. Plop a wig on when I have to go out. I have maximum length retention right now. I can't believe how much my hair has grown since January. Ponytail here I come. Actually, I can do baby ponytails but you know what I mean when I say Ponytail. I want one that isn't embarassing or found on a 2 month old.


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[divachyk]

flyygirlll2 oneastrocurlie Bibliophile

There must be some lurkers in my area too because the 1st Target (multi-cultural area) I visited was out of the shampoo but had the conditioner and the masque. I didn't want to buy one (masque) without the other (shampoo) since I don't frequent Target often. I stopped in to the 2nd Target (non-ethnic area) and they had all products.

 

[Renewed1]

So I was natural for 4 years and then was texlaxed for 2 years. I went a TWA to as of today BSL. Tomorrow I'm getting my haircut and I can't wait.

 

[Holla]

I just had a LONG conversation with my White coworker about hair.
Oh Em Gee....

She said that her ends get tangled a lot so she wanted to "wrap" her hair. I was like ....... So I asked, what do you mean by "wrap"...she explained as tying it down with a scarf. Ok...so I gave her some suggestions to help.....satin pillowcase. Satin bonnet. Doing ribbon braids to keep her braid intact at night. I even told her about the ponytail baggy method. Mentioned co-washing; she got the gist after I pointed out WEN only then did it not seem as strange since she has seen commericals with her kind. Also mentioned "hair polisher" but I couldn't think of what mainstream America calls it.....so we googled....."frizz ease" "hair serum" ....she recognized those terms and nodded.

I'm just happy she didn't once reach out to touch my hair.

 

[curlyTisME]

I need something that's not water based for my ends, guess that's an oxymoron though, especially since moisture is water!

 

[Truth]

Finally gonna stop neglecting my hair now. Now that the light bulb has come on, I'm revamping my regimen and products. Just have nooooo clue how to style for weekly wear and gym up keep. Yay fine hair

 

[sgold04]

I'm straightening my hair at the end of October, and I can't wait!! I haven't straightened it since New Years. I'm curious to see how long it really is, my pull tests give me different results every time. I've been mainly been in crochet braids (hair twisted, not loose) for the last 2.5 months, getting another install Sunday. Im not sure if I will trim, I had one over the summer and she cut A LOT, and I think one side may be shorter than the other as a result. We'll see.

 

[Bibliophile]

Oh Noooo! The dial on my LCL hood dryer snapped off. Of course this happens when it's off warranty on wash day. I had the LCL dryer for 4 years. My old Conair table-top dryer lasted 25 years.

Anyone ever sent one back for repair? Should I just get a Pibbs from Sam's Club?

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[ckisland]

Straightening a TWA is not a joke . Like for real, I gave up so many hours of my life for this 'do that tried to revert on me over night . I'm seriously considering getting a little short bob weave, but I'm scared

 

[Renewed1]

Sitting in the shop waiting to get my hair done. Its been over 7 years since I stepped foot in a salon. Today I remembered why I hate Going to salons.

 

[SuchMagnificent]

Preliminary review of the TMS system:

Step 1 shampoo: shampoo is very nice, lathered up well, left my hair squeaky clean..like I can hear my hair squeaking as I towel dried.

Step 2 leave in conditioner: have to be careful with this one. I shook before using as directed and for some reason I expected it to have a thicker consistency. As I poured it into my palm, it was still very watery, the potential to be heavy handed is real. Instructions say not to oversaturate so I had to really eye ball how much I was applying to each section. This is the only part I dont like so far.
Im so used to a shake , squirt, apply with my conditioner.
Detangling was a breeze and the "coating" you feel on the hair is evident after a few minutes.
I set my timer for 20 minutes and thats where I am in the process now. Will be back after flat ironing.

 

[Rocky91]

Can't stop won't stop with the weaves. I decided I'm not really interested in my own hair till APL. I think I'm almost shoulder length now.

 

[Sholapie]

blow drying this hair today was much harder than the last time. I need to remember short hair needs way waay more sections, I think this is key. Also I need to use more leave in, I don't have silky hair lol

 

[Lilmama1011]

I'm done with henna. Officially. I can't. The store I go to isn't consistent with the brands so I'm always trying something new. This henna is black. I think my hair is going to be black. But it's not like it says indigo or anything, it's says henna. I made the henna thinner to spread easier than I normally do and it crumbled. I had more On the floor than my hair.

 

[Lilmama1011]

It was giving me a nice shine but my hair wasn't dull be for that so. I will just do regular protein treatments

 

[Lilmama1011]

What I used

 

[Rocky91]

^^henna has just never appealed to me. Team lazy lol

 

[Napp]

I went through most of my life not knowing how curly my hair is. I thought it would never curl unless i put a texturizer. It was just an undefined bush before. Now that it is taken care of and well conditioned ot looks like my hair is full of curls and coils.

 

[SuchaLady]

No plans of stopping any time soon If these braids dont leave my edges a hot mess Im going to get a new set put in. Ive never had my hair braided so Im extremely nervous.

Can't stop won't stop with the weaves. I decided I'm not really interested in my own hair till APL. I think I'm almost shoulder length now.

 

[ckisland]

Boyfriend came over and the hair didn't make it

It's was so nice while it lasted. He dug his hands in it, and said my hair was soft like my cat .

Also, I have never wanted a weave so badly before in my life!!

 

[Lilmama1011]

Rinsing this Henna out my tub, taking forever

 

[atlien11]

So....I decided to grow a set and finally try a garlic + avocado oil pre-poo. I used some leftover minced garlic in the fridge and mixed it with a healthy dose of my beloved Avocado oil. I put the mixture into the coffee grinder that i never use. I didn't want to put it in my Vitamix simply bc i didn't want it to smell like garlic.

A few lessons learned:

1. i applied the garlic paste that was produced from the coffee grinder like I would a relaxer (roots and scalp only). I realized the coffee grinder didn't break down all of the garlic. Garlic bits in your hair is not the business. Next time i will use more oil and put it in the blender that got retired once the vitamix stepped on the scene.

2. I may add a bit of conditioner in the blender too because I didn't like how my hair felt as it sat. I think i needed to add more oil...i dunno ill try it next time. If there is a next time.

3. I haven't washed it out yet...but i plan on using a L'Occitane shampoo because of its scent ( i do NOT want to smell like garlic). Afterwards i will apply a heavy leave in conditioner (Curl Junkie), create about ten twists and sleep on it. Hopefully i won't need a second rinse tomorrow.

more to come...

 

[divachyk]

My hair has not been this tangled in a mighty long time. The difference this wash day? Shea Moisture Manuka Shampoo. I'm calling this one a #fail because of the tangling.