MHM Hangout

[KiWiStyle]

My wash took forever last night I didn't feel like putting in flat twist so I'm wearing a twist out today. I actually like it. My front is starting to hang. It's soft. Hopefully, it will last 3 days.

YAY! Fingers crossed that your moisture/softness lasts 3 days!

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[faithVA]

This is what I concluded just wanted to be sure. I'm going to steam my conditioner each time then let it sit depending on the amount of time I have or my mood. I think right now, I can't possibly over condition my hair.

I bought and used TJ TTT as a CW but left it on overnight. My hair felt so good after I rinsed! I skipped step 3 and steamed my leave in for about 15 minutes. I let my cuticles close for about 10 minutes, sprayed/saturated hair with cool distilled(I decided to pour out the tap water and refill my water bottle with distilled) water on and sealed with KCCC. My hair definitely wasn't as white and foamy after applying and steaming my leave-in AND my hair was much, much softer after I rewet my hair and redistributed the leavein. I'm leaning that porosity and pH of products along with using non drying ingredients is key.

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Sounds good to me. It sounds like you are figuring out when you need to use heat. And yes understanding porosity, ph and product ingredients if huge for us.

 

[KiWiStyle]

My Rhassoul clay was just delivered. I'll be doing the full regimen starting tomorrow night. I ordered 2 packs and yes, this will last me at least two months or more!!

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[KinkyRN]

I was stalking etsy clay hair products and saw a cleaning clay hair wash!! So I was wondering if I mixed my Tresemme Naturals with Bentonite clay would I get they same result? Has anyone tried this?

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[Smiley79]

Great idea about the pictures! I'll try to get that done this weekend.

OAN, thank you for all the tips and clarification about the BS. BS has done wonders for my hair and I notice that I do not have to leave it on as long nor do I have to use as much of it in my mix in order to get the job done perfectly. I do not use it every time either; a sometimes I simply use warm water and I think that helped to open up my cuticles. This MHM is really a "Do What Works for You" regimen, the basics are given to us, now we have the task and fun of making it your own.

 

[Smiley79]

faithVA can you believe I haven't tried my Naturelle Grow DC yet, smh. I have been so busy the past couple weeks that I haven't been able to do the entire regimen. I was holding off on trying it until I did all my steps and got back on track. I am hoping that will be tonight.

 

[faithVA]

faithVA can you believe I haven't tried my Naturelle Grow DC yet, smh. I have been so busy the past couple weeks that I haven't been able to do the entire regimen. I was holding off on trying it until I did all my steps and got back on track. I am hoping that will be tonight.

I thinking you will be glad you waited for the right time so you can really evaluate it. I hope you do enjoy it. I also like to DC when I don't have to rush.

 

[HopefulOne]

This is a lot of new information to take in. I have got to figure out how to keep this regimen going because it has eliminated my tangles and SSKs. I can't go back because the tangles were a daily battle and now they are gone.

 

[Honey Bee]

Tricked? I'm sorry you missed the intent of my post, that wasn't it at all so maybe that's why you can't figure it out. My Post's intent was to say that they don't know for sure themselves and are still figuring it all out as they go along and that I'll do more research for myself until they figure it out.

I think saying to leave it on for 15-60 minutes is pretty definitive oppose to now saying "don't" leave it on more than 15 minutes. Also, it's said that alternating the two (ACV and BS) was optional but are they now saying its necessary? I am fully aware that these two ladies are not scientists but I thought the regimen instructions were written in stone seeing that its been around for years.

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Here's my confusion. Pinke Cube has been exceedingly clear from day 1 that this is just something she'd been trying for a few months herself. She has told her story of discovery across every platform imaginable: youtube, blogs, forums, instagram, etc. I honestly don't know how you could know the details of the regimen well enough to follow it without having come across that information. Cuz it's everywhere.

As is the baking soda debate. I'm not even natural yet, never used bs for anything hair related ever, but even I was aware how contentious baking soda is in the natural hair community. They even argue about it on the white hair boards.

And now you got people implying Pinke Cube maliciously stole the reggie from Aketafitgirl.

I just want people to do their research before accusing Pinke Cube of stuff because, in reality, she didn't even have to share her discovery. She only even mentioned it in the first place due to a thread on BHM and a yt vid and whole 'nother debate about how 4c chicks can't EVER wear wngs. So, pretty much, for you to get snippy with them for not being explaining more, after Pinke Cube 1. spent hundreds of pages arguing the very concept, 2. spent hundreds more pages going into great detail on the topic, 3. went through the trouble of compiling the info on a helpful, well-organized website, and 4. started a youtube channel to provide a visual aid, it's kinda unnecessarily belligerent imo.

 

[Honey Bee]

What i am stuck on is closing the cuticle back...I think adding VERY diluted ACV to the clay (if you are using it) or using a diluted spray bottle with ACV to keep your hair wet while applying the leave-in should encourage the cuticle to close back.

Thoughts?

This is what I do, but not for a particular reason, I just didn't want to waste my ACV/water mix from step 1.

But in the interest of this question, I googled and found that clay has a pretty high ph. I think that the ph of the leave-in and the gel, plus the smoothing motion, are meant to close the cuticles.

 

[faithVA]

Here's my confusion. Pinke Cube has been exceedingly clear from day 1 that this is just something she'd been trying for a few months herself. She has told her story of discovery across every platform imaginable: youtube, blogs, forums, instagram, etc. I honestly don't know how you could know the details of the regimen well enough to follow it without having come across that information. Cuz it's everywhere.


And now you got people implying Pinke Cube maliciously stole the reggie from Aketafitgirl.

Um, it looks like I was called out since I posted that this was really AketaFitGirls regimen. I didn't say she was malicious. I just don't think enough of the regimen is PinkeCube's to call it hers. If anyone looks at AketaFitGirls video in June/July of 2014 they will here her share this regimen. PinkeCube may have combined AketaFitGirls and DanaB's regimen but it just isn't different enough for me to call it hers. I do give credit to PinkeCube for explaining it, writing it out and making it popular. That's just how I see it.

 

[aharri23]

You guys should try baking soda + hot water for step one, but only leave it on 2-5 minutes. It clarified my hair pretty well and my conditioner absorbed better for step 2. The hot water dissolves the baking soda so it shouldn't be harsh on your strands.

 

[faithVA]

You guys should try baking soda + hot water for step one, but only leave it on 2-5 minutes. It clarified my hair pretty well and my conditioner absorbed better for step 2. The hot water dissolves the baking soda so it shouldn't be harsh on your strands.

What ratios did you use?

 

[HopefulOne]

Um, it looks like I was called out since I posted that this was really AketaFitGirls regimen. I didn't say she was malicious. I just don't think enough of the regimen is PinkeCube's to call it hers. If anyone looks at AketaFitGirls video in June/July of 2014 they will here her share this regimen. PinkeCube may have combined AketaFitGirls and DanaB's regimen but it just isn't different enough for me to call it hers. I do give credit to PinkeCube for explaining it, writing it out and making it popular. That's just how I see it.

You have endless patience with any and all questions and always provide good advice . I feel lucky that you are a part of this board. Please remember that as this thing keeps unfolding

 

[faithVA]

You have endless patience with any and all questions and always provide good advice . I feel lucky that you are a part of this board. Please remember that as this thing keeps unfolding

Thank you HopefulOne. IRL I am not patient. My nerves get plucked on the regular. But I have been on this board for a little while and the ladies in OT have taught me to take deep breaths and walk away most of the time.

Usually if I'm irritated I don't even respond. You will see me skip over something and pretend like I didn't see it.

Now if you call me out though, I'm here ready to go

But I will try to behave a little bit

 

[aharri23]

What ratios did you use?

I used 1 tbsp of baking soda to 1 cup of water. Thats what aketafitgirl recommended.

 

[KiWiStyle]

Honey Bee
LOL! I'm not going to recaptulate the intent of my words in that post (i'm past that) and I absolutely refuse to argue with you on this. I tell you what, you continue to go with that and in the meantime I'll move on and continue sharing in this thread the way it was intended. Enjoy your argument...alone.

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[faithVA]

I used 1 tbsp of baking soda to 1 cup of water. Thats what aketafitgirl recommended.

Thanks I may give it a try on one of my short wash days. Would love to cut the time of that step down.

 

[Honey Bee]

Um, it looks like I was called out since I posted that this was really AketaFitGirls regimen. I didn't say she was malicious. I just don't think enough of the regimen is PinkeCube's to call it hers. If anyone looks at AketaFitGirls video in June/July of 2014 they will here her share this regimen. PinkeCube may have combined AketaFitGirls and DanaB's regimen but it just isn't different enough for me to call it hers. I do give credit to PinkeCube for explaining it, writing it out and making it popular. That's just how I see it.

Nobody is getting called out. I honestly could not remember who said it but I do agree with the bold and thanked the post where you said it. However, this being the internet, we all know how things get started and this thread, apparently, has become a resource since the one over on BHM died down. I think it's only fair to keep the record straight, especially since all the information is so freely available.

LOL! I'm not going to recaptulate the intent of my words in that post (i'm past that) and I absolutely refuse to argue with you on this. I tell you what, you continue to go with that and in the meantime I'll move on and continue sharing in this thread the way it was intended. Enjoy your argument...alone.

Um, you're the one who made several indignant posts. I only responded because you seemed so very outraged. Who demands an explanation and then gets mad when someone explains?

Not doing the proper research is how people jack up their hair and then start blaming the method. Which will then start a whole new cycle of 'BS is the debil!!!!' nonsense and ain't nobody got time for that. It's finally getting back to the point where you can google MHM without a million counter-arguments popping up and I'm kinda enjoying it. Let's not ruin it, k?

FaithVA is way more patient than I which is why I begged her to start this thread.

 

[faithVA]

Nobody is getting called out. I honestly could not remember who said it but I do agree with the bold and thanked the post where you said it. However, this being the internet, we all know how things get started and this thread, apparently, has become a resource since the one over on BHM died down. I think it's only fair to keep the record straight, especially since all the information is so freely available.


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How are we supposed to fight if your being all diplomatic and stuff.

That's alright we can take care of this later.

 

[Duchess007]

faithVA I REALLY enjoy this thread and hope today hasn't dampened your enthusiasm.

 

[faithVA]

faithVA I REALLY enjoy this thread and hope today hasn't dampened your enthusiasm.

Aw you all are so nice to worry about me. I really am good. I'm not even a little bit upset about anything.

I really am thankful that everyone in here is participating so much. I have not had the fastest progress with this method and all of you help keep me motivated to do one more wash.

 

[Cattypus1]

I keep seeing this but haven't read anyone's review on it. Let us know what you think after you do the modifier mhm tonight. Sent from my SM-N900V using LHCF

My hair is really, really coming along with this method. I'm a little inconsistent and I've never done the 7-day routine but I can feel and see my curls. The Goddess Curls gel was nice going on and had pretty nice slip without being snotty. My hair liked it but I used it for a Twistout and it dried a little stiff but not enough to flake and the hold is very nice. It has good shine. I don't know if the stiffness was a result of the gel or the fact that I used the last of some bentonite clay that I was trying to get rid of for the clay step. I'm going to try it again with a WNG to see if I get better results.

 

[Cattypus1]

My Rhassoul clay was just delivered. I'll be doing the full regimen starting tomorrow night. I ordered 2 packs and yes, this will last me at least two months or more!! Sent from my SM-N900V using LHCF

Mine came today, too! I wasn't expecting it so that's why I used the leftover bentonite...glad it's gone, never again.

 

[faithVA]

This is the last picture I took after rinsing out the clay. Its starting to clump but still working on definition. But as soon as I touch it,, it starts to frizz. So I hope it the next few washes I see more progress.

 

[faithVA]

^^Anyone else at this stage where its just starting to clump and define?

 

[KiWiStyle]

My hair is really, really coming along with this method. I'm a little inconsistent and I've never done the 7-day routine but I can feel and see my curls. The Goddess Curls gel was nice going on and had pretty nice slip without being snotty. My hair liked it but I used it for a Twistout and it dried a little stiff but not enough to flake and the hold is very nice. It has good shine. I don't know if the stiffness was a result of the gel or the fact that I used the last of some bentonite clay that I was trying to get rid of for the clay step. I'm going to try it again with a WNG to see if I get better results.

You and I have been hair twins so yes, back off the betonite clay. I bet it was due to the clay...I'll wait until you try it again with the Rhassoul before I buy. Lol, I don't mind snotty as I do the hefty price of kccc.

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[KiWiStyle]

Mine came today, too! I wasn't expecting it so that's why I used the leftover bentonite...glad it's gone, never again.

Woo-Hoo! Was this your first order? When are you using it? I want to use it today so bad but I decided to continue with my 3 day rule. My progress is so amazing, even my DH rubs my TWA and says its coming along.

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[Smiley79]

That's me!!!!!

 

[KiWiStyle]

This is the last picture I took after rinsing out the clay. Its starting to clump but still working on definition. But as soon as I touch it,, it starts to frizz. So I hope it the next few washes I see more progress.

I'm seeing definition and clumping in your hair. Like you, I notice frizz but spraying more water, adding leave in and sealing fixes that. I have to really keep my hair soaking wet. My hair is so short and I'm so new to being natural I really don't know what to expect.

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