Sew-in Challenge 2014-2015 (6 months or 9 months)

[Rocky91]

I did But I need a trim. Do I have to get it straightened to get a trim?

I'm gonna disagree a bit with HPG. Unless you're going to someone who's like trained by dickey and does the coil by cool method, I'd recommend at least blowing it out.
I get my trims from chain salons cause all I need is a basic blunt cut. I go in with it bone straight, they ask me exactly how much to take off, and there are never any problems.

 

[Rocky91]

I either need new hair or I have to take a break with braids. The bob with the curly hair wasn't a good idea. I only like it straight but I hate the work involved

 

[HairPleezeGrow]

I'm gonna disagree a bit with HPG. Unless you're going to someone who's like trained by dickey and does the coil by cool method, I'd recommend at least blowing it out.
I get my trims from chain salons cause all I need is a basic blunt cut. I go in with it bone straight, they ask me exactly how much to take off, and there are never any problems.

No...I believe we agreed lol. I said someone who does natural hair but I should have worded it to say specializes in trimming natural hair. Yes I agree with what you've said.

 

[HairPleezeGrow]

I either need new hair or I have to take a break with braids. The bob with the curly hair wasn't a good idea. I only like it straight but I hate the work involved

Lol can you do a str8 bob next install? Why don't you like it curly?

 

[hunnychile]

I work at a natural hair salon so I can't have straight hair...I want a full head curly sew-in.

Any tips or suggestions for hair? Or closures? I haven't had one for a few years and the last one I had could've been better

 

[Adiatasha]

I'm gonna disagree a bit with HPG. Unless you're going to someone who's like trained by dickey and does the coil by cool method, I'd recommend at least blowing it out. I get my trims from chain salons cause all I need is a basic blunt cut. I go in with it bone straight, they ask me exactly how much to take off, and there are never any problems.

I live in south Florida... So I'm not sure who can cut 4c hair...

The last time I got a trim was when my hair was straightened and that was probably six months ago .

I didn't want to put heat on my hair until New Years...

I'll go on you tube and learn how to dust

 

[ImanAdero]

Counting down! 2 weeks to go!

I know I can wear it in for longer... But I simply just want MY HAIR back!!! ::cries::

It still looks good though, especially since today I picked it out so it's REALLY a Diana Ross-ish!

Plus I'm gonna feel bald when I take this hair out darn it... :-(

 

[HairPleezeGrow]

I work at a natural hair salon so I can't have straight hair...I want a full head curly sew-in.

Any tips or suggestions for hair? Or closures? I haven't had one for a few years and the last one I had could've been better

Depends on what you're willing to spend. There's a ton of different companies out there. Or you could just go with some BSS. Check out BHM on the different vendors.

 

[ikandi87]

I work at a natural hair salon so I can't have straight hair...I want a full head curly sew-in.

Any tips or suggestions for hair? Or closures? I haven't had one for a few years and the last one I had could've been better

I just bought saga remy wet n wavy jerry curl...I havent install it yet but ive wet it straightened it about 3 times already I got no problems!

Ill be back next week with deets...

For BSS hair ive heard great things about the Rain moisture

I dont wear curly hair that much but I would stay away from aliexpress and bohyme...have you visited BHM? Its pretty dead now but theres still some great info! hth!


Eta: Outre origin indian curly has the most realistic feel and look to it ive ever seen as long as ive been wearing weave! Its close to 3b or 3c hair...not kinky enough for my taste but beautiful none the less. ...but this is one ive never tried either. ..

 

[ajargon02]

I just bought saga remy wet n wavy jerry curl...I havent install it yet but ive wet it straightened it about 3 times already I got no problems!

Ill be back next week with deets...

For BSS hair ive heard great things about the Rain moisture

I dont wear curly hair that much but I would stay away from aliexpress and bohyme...have you visited BHM? Its pretty dead now but theres still some great info! hth!

Eta: Outre origin indian curly has the most realistic feel and look to it ive ever seen as long as ive been wearing weave! Its close to 3b or 3c hair...not kinky enough for my taste but beautiful none the less. ...but this is one ive never tried either. ..

I can't wait to know where u got the hair and pix!

 

[ezina]

I am strongly leaning towards removing my sew-in tomorrow.

 

[ikandi87]

I can't wait to know where u got the hair and pix!

I wont make u wait if u would like to know bc I got it at a steal!!! But I feel more comfortable recommending hair once its in my head...im promise by next week!

 

[Rocky91]

Lol can you do a str8 bob next install? Why don't you like it curly?

I just felt it looked like a triangle.
I took down my install yesterday, it was time. It's been up since august and even with tightening, I didn't want matting and tangling.
I washed last night, I'll likely DC tomorrow.

 

[Rocky91]

I work at a natural hair salon so I can't have straight hair...I want a full head curly sew-in.

Any tips or suggestions for hair? Or closures? I haven't had one for a few years and the last one I had could've been better

Giiiiirllll.....good luck. I'm still shuddering over my last experience with kinky hair from kingme.com. that **** was soooo tangly.

i have heard good things from a few youtube people about mercy hair extensions. actually, i think someone in this thread used their hair.

i'm 'ing thinking of how the salon would react if a worker ever showed up with straight hair. would they throw water on you or something?

 

[Rocky91]

so now what?
i think i am going to straighten and trim today just out of curiosity. I am still not interested in wearing my hair out as of yet, but I'm not ready to drop guap on another sew-in just yet. I love my stylist, but she is not cheap at all.

I think I will temporarily take a break from sew-ins and wear some braids. my edges need a break from all the styling, both heat and just slicking them up to blend with curly.

i'll still hang out with y'all. and i'll be getting a sew-in sooner rather than later. i think I'm also going to decrease the size of my leave-out.

 

[kupenda]

Sew in is bright and early tomorrow morning! So im prepping tonight (went swimming this morning) with a gentle shampoo and DC with SM Manuka Honey and Darcys Pumpkin. Twist with coconut oil, prepoo overnight. I'll post pics of the sew in. Im just using up some cheap BSS hair ive had for awhile before I invest in some quality hair and maybe even some clip ins

 

[ceecy29]

I've moisturized and sealed only once since my sew in was installed. My scalp got real angry after that one session I don't think I'm about this sew in life!

 

[HairPleezeGrow]

I just felt it looked like a triangle.
I took down my install yesterday, it was time. It's been up since august and even with tightening, I didn't want matting and tangling.
I washed last night, I'll likely DC tomorrow.

Oh okay...can't wait to see your new look.

 

[ImanAdero]

I just felt it looked like a triangle. I took down my install yesterday, it was time. It's been up since august and even with tightening, I didn't want matting and tangling. I washed last night, I'll likely DC tomorrow.

How long did you have the install in for?

 

[HairPleezeGrow]

Giiiiirllll.....good luck. I'm still shuddering over my last experience with kinky hair from kingme.com. that **** was soooo tangly.

i have heard good things from a few youtube people about mercy hair extensions. actually, i think someone in this thread used their hair.

i'm 'ing thinking of how the salon would react if a worker ever showed up with straight hair. would they throw water on you or something?

Yes I used Mercy's hair on my daughter and it's awesome. I'm going to get some for myself eventually one day lol.

 

[HairPleezeGrow]

so now what?
i think i am going to straighten and trim today just out of curiosity. I am still not interested in wearing my hair out as of yet, but I'm not ready to drop guap on another sew-in just yet. I love my stylist, but she is not cheap at all.

I think I will temporarily take a break from sew-ins and wear some braids. my edges need a break from all the styling, both heat and just slicking them up to blend with curly.

i'll still hang out with y'all. and i'll be getting a sew-in sooner rather than later. i think I'm also going to decrease the size of my leave-out.

Have fun with your hair on your break. I've been definitely contemplating on taking my sew in out and give my hair a breather but then I fall in love with it all over again lol.

 

[Rocky91]

How long did you have the install in for?

I've had it in since about the second week of August so approximately 9 weeks with 1 tightening. Wow. That's a long time and it kinda flew by.

 

[tapioca_pudding]

So I found someone on IG in my area who can do great sew ins from her photos.... do any of you ladies have recommendations for a nice grade of hair to use? I have NO idea where to start, this is my first go round with weave etc. Should I get a mid-grade brand since Im just seeing how I like a sew in anyway or should I go ahead and spend some nice money on the hair? How many bundles do I need? Sorry for all the queestions Im just so new to this and dont know where to start.

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[kupenda]

Scalp hurts. Im gonna moisturize with Darcys Shea Butter and oil my scalp with Soultanicals Power to the Prepoo tonight. I like the ingredients better than Plait'num Roots

 

[HairPleezeGrow]

So I found someone on IG in my area who can do great sew ins from her photos.... do any of you ladies have recommendations for a nice grade of hair to use? I have NO idea where to start, this is my first go round with weave etc. Should I get a mid-grade brand since Im just seeing how I like a sew in anyway or should I go ahead and spend some nice money on the hair? How many bundles do I need? Sorry for all the queestions Im just so new to this and dont know where to start.

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How long do you plan to keep it in? If it's short term and you're not going to reuse the hair just get something for you to see how you like it. Are you getting a full sew in? What type of hair are you looking to get. Virgin hair the longer bundles tend to be thinner so you could get away with 3. If it's BSS hair 2 packs should be good enough.

 

[HairPleezeGrow]

Well my sew in came down today. I'm hoping to get new one Friday.

 

[ImanAdero]

Sew in is starting to come undone lol.

I just keep messing with it. It's not a construction issue...

So over it! Lol.

It really still looks good though... If I wanted to I could get t retightened and wear it another 4 weeks... I just can't though haha.

And at least I've got my money's worth by this point!

 

[tapioca_pudding]

How long do you plan to keep it in? If it's short term and you're not going to reuse the hair just get something for you to see how you like it. Are you getting a full sew in? What type of hair are you looking to get. Virgin hair the longer bundles tend to be thinner so you could get away with 3. If it's BSS hair 2 packs should be good enough.

HairPleezeGrow Thanks for responding!!! I want to keep it in maybe for two months at a time? Is that too long? My homegirl suggested Alexander Remy for my first go round, she said two packs should cost around $170 but she said it's a good brand and I can reuse it, wash it, flat iron it, etc. So I was thinking about trying that.

I want a little leave out in the front so it looks realistic, and I can just use flexi rods to get a wave/curl etc. I want something shorter, 12-14 inches.

 

[HairPleezeGrow]

HairPleezeGrow Thanks for responding!!! I want to keep it in maybe for two months at a time? Is that too long? My homegirl suggested Alexander Remy for my first go round, she said two packs should cost around $170 but she said it's a good brand and I can reuse it, wash it, flat iron it, etc. So I was thinking about trying that.

I want a little leave out in the front so it looks realistic, and I can just use flexi rods to get a wave/curl etc. I want something shorter, 12-14 inches.

Then I'd say go for it. It seems reasonable for a 2 month install. The only thing is try to keep it in the full time so you don't waste your money. That's gr8 you found some hair you can reuse. Please post pics once you get it done . I'm sure it will come out lovely.

 

[tapioca_pudding]

^^Thank you!!!It's gonna be so hard not to see my hair for two months, I've NEVER done that before but hopefully it will give my hair a much needed break. Just gotta figure out how to DC, wash, oil my scalp etc (I'll search YouTube) so my hair stays healthy, especially since I workout 5x/week.