What do you think is waaaay over-hyped?

[Artemis]

You know what? I just used Mizani for the 3rd time and I have to agree with some of you girls...It's just a relaxer . Some folks were saying that it gets you straight like almost as soon as you apply it, and quite frankly, I have yet to see that. I don't know how many correctives I've done on my head to fix underprocessing that freaking Mizani mild caused...I'm using regular now (just to see) and I left in on for 20 mins, and I still have waves. I'm sticking with it for now b/c my strength/elasticity is off the chain, but as far as it being on the "perms that get you bone straight list", I'm scratching Mizani off that one, dude.

 

[sexyeyes3616]

I don't think there's "over-hype" about any of these methods, per se. I just think that all things have to be taken in moderation for effectiveness. Folks hear about a "good thing" and have a tendency to go waaaaay overboard. Do vitamins work? Sure, if you are deficient in that nutrient...but taking 10,000 mgs of it every half hour will not spurn super growth! I think topical aids like MN and MTG can be beneficial...but not if you drown your hair and scalp in it 3x a day every day and are expecting 4 inches in a month as a result.

More is not always better. Hair just doesn't work that way...I wish it did.

Excellent points made in your post.

 

[Artemis]

I think the biggest overhype is the one size fits all mentality that I see around a lot of bandwagons - unless the head that it worked on belonged to your twin sister ( ) ain't no guarentee that it's going to work for YOU.

Even then there still wouldn't be a guarantee. Y'all might be fraternal twins

This has turned out to be a great thread

 

[SvelteVelvet]

I don't know about over-hype, everything has it's good and bad and relative pros & cons depending on the head, hair, person and method.

PERSONALLY though, I know I'll NEVER use MN. Tried the baggy method one night..not for me, didn't like waking up to sweaty scalp and soggy hair, I felt it would weaken my strands in the long run, plus I set my hair at night to look good in the morning, not a mess. Protective styling, such as bunning all the time..not for me. I know I'll always use heat, but in moderation. I'll never use Henna either.

 

[Finesse]

I think a whole lot of stuff I see people doing on here is overhype. But if it works for them...so be it. Me personally, I don't have time to co-wash, rollerset, blow roots, apply 50-11 diff products, etc. 5-6days a week. My hair would look and feel like ish.


Everyone has to find what works for them, and work it out

 

[mrsmccreight]

I chose the no heat at all and protective styling. I use heat twice a week and my hair does not complain at all. I use medium heat, and I always use a heat protectant. I only use heat when I wash and DC, never on dirty hair. As for protective styling I don't see the point if your hair is healthy. I wear turtlenecks, wool coats and other "damaging" clothes and my hair doesn't break off. When my hair is properly moisturized it doesn't snag on my clothes.

But that is just my experience, and what works for some may not work for all!

 

[tenjoy]

Indeed. I don't think any of those things are overhyped - unless the over hype is believing that it will do the same thing for EVERYONE - no matter what you eat, what state your hair is in, the type of water you have, the other products you use on your hair, your natural body flora, etc, etc, etc.

I mean, something as straightforward as limiting your calories to lose weight doesn't work EXACTLY the same for everyone (otherwise errybody would be skinny, right?) so why should hair products work exactly the same?

I think the biggest overhype is the one size fits all mentality that I see around a lot of bandwagons - unless the head that it worked on belonged to your twin sister ( ) ain't no guarentee that it's going to work for YOU.

I think it's kinda sad that folx feel the need to put something down because it didn't work for them, rather than learning what their hair wants and NEEDS, and only getting on the bandwagons that apply to their head.

I dont feel that we are putting a product "down". I felt it was estabalished early on that what works for one, may not work for the other. I do think these "bandwagons" help some people find their "AAH HaH". I think this is a fun opinionated thread.

 

[MiWay]

I chose baggying. My hair just felt soggy. When I did it on my ends, they broke off.

But I do agree that not everything works for everyone, so I can't truly say anything is over-hyped...it just didn't work for me.

 

[PanamasOwn]

I dont feel that we are putting a product "down". I felt it was estabalished early on that what works for one, may not work for the other. I do think these "bandwagons" help some people find their "AAH HaH". I think this is a fun opinionated thread.

ITA... I dont think its "over-hyped" per se, but more so trying to help those who havent found that "right thing" they can stick to, find it. For example, most people find they cannot stand the smell of MTG and refuse to use it, while others arent bothered by it and love the results. MN became popular because 1) no smell 2) not greasy 3) its used to kill bacteria, so how can that really be bad, but to each his/her own.. People are happy to have found their AAH HaH products and with ALOT of them have actual results to show for it.. So whats overhyped for YOUR hair, may not be for SOMEONE elses hair...I SAY..do what you gotta do, to be where you wanna be, as long as you don't kill nobody in the process...

 

[tapioca_pudding]

Indeed. I don't think any of those things are overhyped - unless the over hype is believing that it will do the same thing for EVERYONE - no matter what you eat, what state your hair is in, the type of water you have, the other products you use on your hair, your natural body flora, etc, etc, etc.

I mean, something as straightforward as limiting your calories to lose weight doesn't work EXACTLY the same for everyone (otherwise errybody would be skinny, right?) so why should hair products work exactly the same?

I think the biggest overhype is the one size fits all mentality that I see around a lot of bandwagons - unless the head that it worked on belonged to your twin sister ( ) ain't no guarentee that it's going to work for YOU.

I think it's kinda sad that folx feel the need to put something down because it didn't work for them, rather than learning what their hair wants and NEEDS, and only getting on the bandwagons that apply to their head.

I guess I feel like this thread is more of a 'What is highly regarded on this board, but just doesn't make the cut for you?' thread. Not a 'List what everyone else does that's stupid to you' thread.

I think it's sad that some people put a negative twist on this thread.. I guess perception is everything...

 

[tenjoy]

I guess I feel like this thread is more of a 'What is highly regarded on this board, but just doesn't make the cut for you?' thread. Not a 'List what everyone else does that's stupid to you' thread.

I think it's sad that some people put a negative twist on this thread.. I guess perception is everything...

ITA all the way, i think its good

 

[JustKiya]

I dont feel that we are putting a product "down". I felt it was estabalished early on that what works for one, may not work for the other. I do think these "bandwagons" help some people find their "AAH HaH". I think this is a fun opinionated thread.

Oh, I wasn't talking bout this thread - this thread is cool, not nearly as rude as some other threads have been about 'over-hyped' products and the women who use them....though, calling something BS is a putdown in my book, but I figure that was just the OP's turn of phrase....

Perceptions are interesting things.......

 

[*Frisky*]

I guess I feel like this thread is more of a 'What is highly regarded on this board, but just doesn't make the cut for you?' thread. Not a 'List what everyone else does that's stupid to you' thread.

I think it's sad that some people put a negative twist on this thread.. I guess perception is everything...

I'm not sure what the original posters intent was for the thread but maybe some people feel it is a negative thread because of the comment on the poll. Personally, I dont think anything is over hyped. Some people get results from a product or method and some don't and if people want to hype it up or be criticle about it, they have the right.

 

[glamazon386]

Half the stuff people do on this board. I don't doubt that some of these methods work but I just feel like it's too much work for me. It's just extra for no reason. Also, we have to remember that what works for one person may not work for another. And another thing, I think alot of stuff people post on this board make us paranoid that every little thing we do is going to cause damage. I'm sorry but what is the point of having hair if you can't do anything with it for fear of damage? Some people actually sit around here counting strands of broken and shed hair. I ain't got time.

ETA: I did try MN once a year or two ago and it did work. I was relaxed then and could see the difference. I just couldn't remember to apply it every day. And I got tired of buying all those little tubes. That was the only growth aid I ever tried though.

 

[tenjoy]

Oh, I wasn't talking bout this thread - this thread is cool, not nearly as rude as some other threads have been about 'over-hyped' products and the women who use them....though, calling something BS is a putdown in my book, but I figure that was just the OP's turn of phrase....

Perceptions are interesting things.......

OH, my bad (do people still say my bad?)

 

[glamazon386]

Er, um, ok then...

I think I that there are so many extras on here that can preoccupy one's mind but also can stifle growth (specifically length retention). Ok, so you pre-poo'd, clarified, regular-shampoo'd, conditioned, deep conditioned, then did an oil rinse, and you haven't even got to styling yet?!? You gotta be kidding me! I don't have time to do all that, and if I did, I still wouldn't I think that Macherieamour (as well as other members!) mentioned on her blog once that your hair is only gonna absorb what it needs and the rest gets washed away. So, really what's the point in doing all that? I truly don't get it. But it works for some, I guess. Like I mentioned before, I am a PJ, but I have grown into a PJ that has a bunch of stuff that works, and I'm buying liters of it, y'know? My regimen is simple, and that's what's going to keep me motivated 2 yrs down the road when I'm (G-d willing) at mid-back.

I agree with this. And most of the people here who are features of the month and have really long hair have simple regimens. That really makes you think.

 

[HoneyDew]

I don't think anything is over hyped if it works for people.

Do your thang, ladies!!!!!!!

Do what you gotta do to make it work and you can hype it up ALL YOU WANT!!!!



I do think Aveda products are too expensive, but that's just me. It is hard for me to justify bringing them in to my regimen on a regular basis considering the fact that my can love on some $2.99 Lustrasilk Olive Oil Cholesterol just fine. But, having a tube of it here and there ain't bad.

 

[gabulldawg]

I don't think mine have been mentioned yet. First one - ROLLERSETTING!!!! SO overrated! I've tried it 3 different times with different products and it STILL doesn't get my hair as straight as using a flat iron! What's the point in going through all of that when you STILL have to use a direct heat appliance afterward??? Might as well just blowdry your hair and flat iron or curl it!!! A lot of people think that they are treating their hair better by rollersetting it, but I think it's just as bad as blowdrying and flat ironing afterward.

I also think that the whole vitamin thing is getting waaaaaaaaaaay out of hand. I have seen some people's signatures that list tons and tons of different vitamins and supplements. That just CAN'T be healthy! I bet if we asked a doctor about certain people's vitamin regimens they would probably be advised to stop taking at least half of them. People don't seem to understand that we get a lot of vitamins and nutrients (like protein) from the things that we eat and drink. I have ONE (yes, ONE) multivitamin that I take that is supposed to be geared toward improving the health of your hair, skin, and nails. Taking a multivitamin, a HSN vitamin, a prenatal vitamin, biotin, flax seed oil, etc. together EVERYDAY (sometimes TWICE a day) doesn't seem right to me. Too much of a good thing can be bad for you.

 

[Sparker65]

I don't think anything is over hyped if it works for people.

Do your thang, ladies!!!!!!!

Do what you gotta do to make it work and you can hype it up ALL YOU WANT!!!!



I do think Aveda products are too expensive, but that's just me. It is hard for me to justify bringing them in to my regimen on a regular basis considering the fact that my can love on some $2.99 Lustrasilk Olive Oil Cholesterol just fine. But, having a tube of it here and there ain't bad.

This stuff is the bomb!! I do think when you are starting out, it is easy to jump on so many bandwagons you can mess your hair up. I had to try several things before I figured out what works for me. MN and MTG worked for a bald spot in the back of my head. So, I think it's a matter of trial and error, but you have to find what works for you.

 

[MrsQueeny]

What is over hyped is doing way too much stuff. I admit I was one of those people but now I keep it simple. On my wash days which include oil rinsing, wash 2x, conditioning, and detangling and braiding my hair, and greasing my scalp (it gets really dry) takes about 45 mins. That's depending on if I am dcing that day or not. Q

 

[PuffyBrown]

I truely think that it is a matter of what your body needs and what stages and changes your actual body is going through at different times. I think this is why two people can use the same product and have a different experience. I think that using the product for what it was intended for is key and to stop using it when you no longer need it. It is the development of being healthy all over that gives the results because hair grows normally and if you are healthy all over this includes hair also , but not trying every product on the market thinking that it is going to do something for you and if it does it wont last forever because our bodies grow intolerant and become immune if it used routinely because the body is only going to use what it needs. If you need vitamins take vitamins, if you have dry hair moisturize, you want to loose weight..exercise and so on......

 

[LunadeMiel]

I don't think mine have been mentioned yet. First one - ROLLERSETTING!!!! SO overrated! I've tried it 3 different times with different products and it STILL doesn't get my hair as straight as using a flat iron! What's the point in going through all of that when you STILL have to use a direct heat appliance afterward??? Might as well just blowdry your hair and flat iron or curl it!!! A lot of people think that they are treating their hair better by rollersetting it, but I think it's just as bad as blowdrying and flat ironing afterward.

I also think that the whole vitamin thing is getting waaaaaaaaaaay out of hand. I have seen some people's signatures that list tons and tons of different vitamins and supplements. That just CAN'T be healthy! I bet if we asked a doctor about certain people's vitamin regimens they would probably be advised to stop taking at least half of them. People don't seem to understand that we get a lot of vitamins and nutrients (like protein) from the things that we eat and drink. I have ONE (yes, ONE) multivitamin that I take that is supposed to be geared toward improving the health of your hair, skin, and nails. Taking a multivitamin, a HSN vitamin, a prenatal vitamin, biotin, flax seed oil, etc. together EVERYDAY (sometimes TWICE a day) doesn't seem right to me. Too much of a good thing can be bad for you.

ITA. People really need to be careful with the amount of vitamins and supplements that they are taking. People can actually overdose on things like IRON and Pottassium just to name a few (Overdosing on these can make your blood toxic). Also, your body will only use what it needs, so there is no point in taking all of these things because the excess will be flushed out anyways.

Vitamins: I take one daily multivitamin (it says take two but I think 2 is overkill) and 1 Biotin 5mg pill[/B]
MN: Tried it, got tired of headaches and stoped.
MTG: haven't tried it, but I do have my own sulphur/herb mix that I use to soothe my scalp (if I get growth than great)
No heat what-so-ever : only use heat when I'm in a hurry
Protective styling: I do this because my hair snags on my clothes and coat
Carrot juice: Yummy (not for hair growth though)Scalp massages: Soothing/relaxing
Overnight baggying: Haven't done it, prob won't
Surge: Don't know what that is.

 

[PanamasOwn]

I also think that the whole vitamin thing is getting waaaaaaaaaaay out of hand. I have seen some people's signatures that list tons and tons of different vitamins and supplements. That just CAN'T be healthy! I bet if we asked a doctor about certain people's vitamin regimens they would probably be advised to stop taking at least half of them. People don't seem to understand that we get a lot of vitamins and nutrients (like protein) from the things that we eat and drink. I have ONE (yes, ONE) multivitamin that I take that is supposed to be geared toward improving the health of your hair, skin, and nails. Taking a multivitamin, a HSN vitamin, a prenatal vitamin, biotin, flax seed oil, etc. together EVERYDAY (sometimes TWICE a day) doesn't seem right to me. Too much of a good thing can be bad for you.

This is true, but remember alot of people are not vegans so we usually end up not getting the proper amount of vitamins that the food we are consuming intends for us to do. The minute you put food it a skillet, it vitamins diminish. I know for me personally, I was missing ALOT of nutrients in my diet. With taking these vitamins and changing the way I eat, I have not been sick yet. So taking these vitamins are not only essential for my hair, but also to my health...

 

[charmtreese]

I think Surge is over rated and paying $50 for it on Ebay is just CRAZY!!! Most products that people rave about dont work for me and I rarely see posts about products that I use! I guess my hair is just weird!

 

[glamazon386]

I don't think mine have been mentioned yet. First one - ROLLERSETTING!!!! SO overrated! I've tried it 3 different times with different products and it STILL doesn't get my hair as straight as using a flat iron! What's the point in going through all of that when you STILL have to use a direct heat appliance afterward??? Might as well just blowdry your hair and flat iron or curl it!!! A lot of people think that they are treating their hair better by rollersetting it, but I think it's just as bad as blowdrying and flat ironing afterward.

I think it depends on your hair. Rollersetting ALWAYS got my hair smoother as a relaxed head. To the point where I would purposely get my hair blowdried at the salon because it would look thicker that way. My hair was fine and you certainly could see that with a rollerset. Even when I went to the Dominicans. I never had them blow my hair out because the rollers would get it just that straight. I'd just get them to take the rollers out and wrap it. They would blow the edges (around the front and my nape) so they would be smooth. But that would be it.

Also I think that us trying things at home makes a difference too. There's no way my rollerset at home would be as smooth as somebody else doing it. Especially my hairdresser. Products also matter. But if your hair is thick and especially long it's not going to get as smooth because there's so much hair on the roller. Its just too much hair.

 

[localhost]

Oh, I wasn't talking bout this thread - this thread is cool, not nearly as rude as some other threads have been about 'over-hyped' products and the women who use them....though, calling something BS is a putdown in my book, but I figure that was just the OP's turn of phrase....

Perceptions are interesting things.......

Yes, perceptions are interesting . I'm just wanting to see where others on this board draw the line when experiments get out of control, that's all. When I come across something that contradicts common sense (we've all seen it) or when I think that people are desperate for a miracle product, I'm quick to call BS on it. Hair grows regardless and a bunch of extra stuff is just ... well, extra!

I'm convinced that people on here spend hundreds, if not thousands of dollars per year on hair products in search of the one thing that's going to get them to bra strap or waist length by the end of the year. When folks are suffering from colds and illnesses because their hair is constantly wet; when folks are taking 10+ different supplements everyday, many in high dosages, the line must be drawn (I was personally popping 15-20 pills per day back in 2003, so I know this can't be healthy); their skin breaks out or something more drastic happens and they have no idea what the culprit is; when folks are trying unnatural things to their hair and end up with a matted and tangled mess at 10 and 12 weeks post, my heart goes out to them. Some things work for others, but it's okay to call BS on stuff you know doesn't work for you and keep it moving! It's not putting anything down, but it shows that you've learned that simplicity and consistency is all it takes, and trust me when I say this...<<<here comes today's unpopular opinion>>>99.9% of MN users are going to laugh their azzes off a few years from now when they think back to when they've put monistat in their hair, LOL. I can't be the only one thinking this!!!

 

[Wildchild453]

Even though I use it, I think Indian products are WAY over-hyped....when did they become the holy grail of hair care

 

[gymfreak336]

This is true, but remember alot of people are not vegans so we usually end up not getting the proper amount of vitamins that the food we are consuming intends for us to do. The minute you put food it a skillet, it vitamins diminish. I know for me personally, I was missing ALOT of nutrients in my diet. With taking these vitamins and changing the way I eat, I have not been sick yet. So taking these vitamins are not only essential for my hair, but also to my health...

Not true all of the time. For most vegetable, steaming and other light cooking enhances vitamin content. This is why extremes, in either direction are not healthy period.

Also, you don't absorb everything you eat. Just because you eat a cup of spinach doesn't mean you asorb every mg of iron in it. Also keep in mind that the soil that is growing our fruits and vegetables are not as mineral rich as they were 20 years ago, as a result, vegetables and fruits don't always have the same levels of nurients.

 

[song_of_serenity]

<<<here comes today's unpopular opinion>>>99.9% of MN users are going to laugh their azzes off a few years from now when they think back to when they've put monistat in their hair, LOL. I can't be the only one thinking this!!!

I'm sure the only one laughing is Candy_C, the one who came to the boards, spoke about how MN helped her/ her mum (I think) and got ridiculed. Look how many people are using it now, and not only using it, getting results! I'm one of them. The only time I'm laughing is with glee because today, I actually wore my hair all the way back and my edges were full!

But it may not work for others and that's def. a given, and people have the right to voice that! So and so product didn't work for you, fine. However, taking a tone that ALSO serves to discredit the results of others (not saying anyone specific, I'm generalizing) is just not right.

I think at the end of the day, do your research, but don't over do what you do. Moderation is the key and what works for one, may not work for the next. Less can be more. Sometimes more IS more as well! So I don't think any specific product is OVERrated. Abuse of said product and expecting a more human than human effect may be.

In fact, I think being obsessed with your hair to the point of spending hard earned $$$, when there are more cost effective methods, is HIGHLY overrated. :/ I see it all the time. BUT if your hair thrives and ONLY thrives on said products, there lies the exception. And who am I to say?
~*Janelle~*

 

[ashiah]

Hmm, let's see:

Aveda: I am so glad this did not work for me. Way too expensive and seemed pretty average.

Henna: This is the bandwagon I understand the least. It's extremely messy and time-consuming, but for what? For slightly tinted, slightly stronger hair? It also makes detangling a nightmare. I still have a whole box of this stuff. I have no idea what to do with it.

MN: Now this stuff actually works; at least it did for me. The downside is that you have to use it every other day, buy those little tubes for 5 bucks each, and it's just too time consuming. An extra 1/2 inch a month would be nice, but I'm too lazy for all that work.

No manipulation: I'm not trying to attack anyone or make this sound negative in any way, but this was probably the worst advice I ever heard on this board. I'm glad it works for some people, but it did not work for me. For months (while stretching, by the way) all I did was wear it up and wash it once a week and detangle with a wide tooth comb in the shower. Results? Tangles. Lots of them. And knots. Oh, and thin ends, too. This probably only works for relaxed, unstretched ladies.