**2010 Braid Challenge**........sign-up here

[yeswecan]

I am joining my 1st challenge (newbie to LHCF 1mnth) I have used braids more than once before to transition, the two textures (4c & relaxed are always too much for me.)

 

[Chemetria]

count me in I was gonna do this on my own but now I have u ladies

 

[addaboutmyhair]

I'm in! Here's my starting pic. Will be wearing cornrows under lacefront and individual braids.

 

[trinigal27]

I wanted to join this, but not for the whole year...

I want to join I will be getting braids soon

I am joining my 1st challenge (newbie to LHCF 1mnth) I have used braids more than once before to transition, the two textures (4c & relaxed are always too much for me.)

count me in I was gonna go this on my own but now I have u ladies

I'm in! Here's my starting pic. Will be wearing cornrows under lacefront and individual braids.

Welcome to the challenge ladies.....

 

[nakialovesshoes]

I took my honeycomb cornrows down Saturday night & did an overnight prepoo with Ojon's Tawanka cream. The next day I did a deep cleanse with Design Essentials poo. I then did a protein treatment with Aubrey Organics. After that I made a DC concoction with some leftover Joico Moisture Recovery Treatment Balm, Design Essentials DC, Coconut Oil & Olive Oil. I sat under a soft bonnet for 30 minutes & rinsed. I detangled with Qhemet's detangler. If you haven't tried it, you should. Not only does it melt the tangles, but my hair airdried feeling like silk. The girl that does my cornrows was so impressed with my hair, she was writing everything down.

I did learn, though, that I'm not moisturizing my hair enough daily. Because it's cornrowed & I just slap a wig on when I'm going somewhere, I've been getting lazy. So I made a moisturizer spray with aloe, rosewater glycerin & distilled water. I get my hair good & wet with it & when I'm in the house, my hair is baggied. Also, I learned that 4 weeks is the limit with me & these cornrows. I had a few very small sections that were trying to matte. If I had've gone any longer, I would've been in trouble.

My next rebraid will be January 7th. I'm about an inch from BSL. Hope to be BSL when I take these out & if not I know I should be BSL in February. HHG ladies...

 

[Harina]

i actuall remembered a challenge I signed up for. Yay!

Startic pics: These were actually taken over a month ago.

Twists installed- A little over a week ago

 

[Harina]

double post!

 

[kandigyrl]

Count me in. Will be getting braids installed later this month (not sure which kind yet). Will post starting pic later this month as well.

 

[epiphany braids]

How did the OCT workout for you? What was your regi? So, I'm hoping it works. I'm acutally seeing growth on my edges with the MT though. At least I think I am. They look fuller. Keep me updated on the box braid do's. I going to try my best not to look like a mop head all year.

Hey Mz. Perfect

The OCT worked good for me, I think I messed up because I was mixing it with the MT. The OCT can be used on your whole head like a DC thou, that is how i plan to use it when i get over paying 60+ for a 16oz anorexic bottle

The MT will def thicken up your hair,, I was using it on my edges but started to see 2 bald patches on the top of my hair line where my widows peak is, so I stop using it on the edges.

I will def keep you posted on the braids. I plan on getting them done the day or first weekend in Jan 2010

 

[trinigal27]

Count me in. Will be getting braids installed later this month (not sure which kind yet). Will post starting pic later this month as well.

Happy to have you on board kandigyrl...........

 

[Xaragua]

How long should someone keeps there braids on?

 

[Xaragua]

1. Does washing the braids(w/extention) weekly cause it to become frizzy? if so how to you manage it?
2. Does weekly washing of braids cause it to become loose?

 

[djkforeal]

I know I have gotten a head start on this challenge but lord knows I need it! I washed and conditoned my hair on Sunday 12/6 and then I oiled my scalp with JBCO after putting Giovanni Direct Leave in on my hair, then I put some whipped shea butter on my ends and started braiding. I have posted pictures of the final results, and I know they are not the best but I am still trying to perfect this craft. I just pinned them up in the back because they hang down kind of long and I plan on wearing my lace wig over these so it really don't matter how they look just as long as it's braided... I have mentioned before that I am in 3 challenges that all compliment each other and is what I wanted to do in the first place, braid my hair, hide my natural hair and grow my nape and edges. I have not posted a starting length pic yet but hopefully soon. That's about all for now, I think...bye.

 

[Xaragua]

bumping, for replies

 

[msbettyboop]

I have a question for those who braid their hair without extensions and then hide it under a wig. How do you keep your hair under the wig? Do you moisturize your hair with leave ins and stuff in the morning and then put a wig over it? Wouldn’t that itch a lot? I want to try this method as well during the braid challenge if possible. TIA.

 

[msbettyboop]

I know I have gotten a head start on this challenge but lord knows I need it! I washed and conditoned my hair on Sunday 12/6 and then I oiled my scalp with JBCO after putting Giovanni Direct Leave in on my hair, then I put some whipped shea butter on my ends and started braiding. I have posted pictures of the final results, and I know they are not the best but I am still trying to perfect this craft. I just pinned them up in the back because they hang down kind of long and I plan on wearing my lace wig over these so it really don't matter how they look just as long as it's braided... I have mentioned before that I am in 3 challenges that all compliment each other and is what I wanted to do in the first place, braid my hair, hide my natural hair and grow my nape and edges. I have not posted a starting length pic yet but hopefully soon. That's about all for now, I think...bye.

I just saw your post after I already posted my question . How do you keep your hair under the wig as per daily moisturisation? When you do your weekly wash, do you undo the braids, wash and then redo them or wash with braids in? TIA

 

[trinigal27]

How long should someone keeps there braids on?

Are you refering to braids with extension, if so then it is better to keep it in no longer than two months, leaving it in longer than that may lead to matting and tangling. I think some leave it in longer than that without problems. Hope I was able to help, am still in the learning stage where braids is concerned.

 

[Minnie]

1. Does washing the braids(w/extention) weekly cause it to become frizzy? if so how to you manage it?
2. Does weekly washing of braids cause it to become loose?

Washing braids (w/extensions) can cause them to become frizzy. It all depend on what type of briads and your washing technique. I have found that using a applicator bottle with diluted shampoo makes the braids last longer. Individuals braids last longer than cornrows. I leave my braids in for 3 weeks (individual) and 1-2 week (cornrows), but I shampoo/co at least twice a week. hth

 

[nakialovesshoes]

I just saw your post after I already posted my question . How do you keep your hair under the wig as per daily moisturisation? When you do your weekly wash, do you undo the braids, wash and then redo them or wash with braids in? TIA

I, too, am wearing cornrows under a lace front wig. I have my hair cornrowed in a honeycomb style. For daily moisture: at 1st I was spraying my hair & scalp with braid spray & spraying it with diluted Infusium 23 every other day (per www.growafrohairlong.com ). I'm trying to use more natural products so now I spray it with a mix of aloe vera, rosewater glycerin & distilled water. Also, I baggy when I'm not wearing my wig.

I wash weekly but I don't take my braids down. I dilute poo in a spray bottle & spray my scalp then pour the rest all over my hair. I also DC with the cornrows in.

I get my cornrows redone every 30 days. When I take them down, I do a protein treatment & DC.

HTH...

 

[msbettyboop]

I, too, am wearing cornrows under a lace front wig. I have my hair cornrowed in a honeycomb style. For daily moisture: at 1st I was spraying my hair & scalp with braid spray & spraying it with diluted Infusium 23 every other day (per www.growafrohairlong.com ). I'm trying to use more natural products so now I spray it with a mix of aloe vera, rosewater glycerin & distilled water. Also, I baggy when I'm not wearing my wig.

I wash weekly but I don't take my braids down. I dilute poo in a spray bottle & spray my scalp then pour the rest all over my hair. I also DC with the cornrows in.

I get my cornrows redone every 30 days. When I take them down, I do a protein treatment & DC.

HTH...

Yes it does. Thanks.

 

[purplepeace79]

Ok I'm joining this challenge. I decided the other day to spend 2010 in extensions 85% of the time. So sign me up. I'm going to braid with synthetic braids (self-installed) and kinky twists. I'm going to take one week breaks in between braids to do thorough cleansing/clarifying/DCing, etc. My length check will be in November when I get a blow out (an annual thing for me). I'm going to shampoo and DC my braids once a week. Moisturize with CD Marguerite's magic and Oyin Handmade's Juices and Berries daily. Greasing my scalp with sulfur 8.

Current style is in avatar. Last length check was second pic in my siggie

HHG everyone!

 

[Ms.London]

...id like to be a part of this challenge...thanks!

 

[lollyoo]

Please sign me in for the challenge. Currently in braids, this braids will be 2 weeks on friday. I will post pictures around mid january.

 

[MummysGirl]

I'll be back before the end of the year with my starting length pic.

2010 is almost here

 

[trinigal27]

Ok I'm joining this challenge. I decided the other day to spend 2010 in extensions 85% of the time. So sign me up. I'm going to braid with synthetic braids (self-installed) and kinky twists. I'm going to take one week breaks in between braids to do thorough cleansing/clarifying/DCing, etc. My length check will be in November when I get a blow out (an annual thing for me). I'm going to shampoo and DC my braids once a week. Moisturize with CD Marguerite's magic and Oyin Handmade's Juices and Berries daily. Greasing my scalp with sulfur 8.

Current style is in avatar. Last length check was second pic in my siggie

HHG everyone!

...id like to be a part of this challenge...thanks!

Please sign me in for the challenge. Currently in braids, this braids will be 2 weeks on friday. I will post pictures around mid january.

Welcome to the challenge ladies.....

 

[nappystorm]

Yes, yes, yes. I will be dropping in on the Africans this weekend

 

[Foufie]

I can not wait to start the 2010 Challenges!!!

 

[trinigal27]

Yes, yes, yes. I will be dropping in on the Africans this weekend

Welcome nappystorm..........

 

[seraphinelle]

Ok, I will join this.

It will keep my hands out of my hair... and will let me get to one year post and then I can decide what to do after that..

Just don't know what kind of braid style I want...

 

[msbettyboop]

I have a tiny question please. Do y'all think it's ok to pre-poo your hair for a few hours after taking out braids and detangling? I’d be doing this with coconut oil & evoo. Or I should just go on to wash, protein and DC and bypass the pre-poo and add the oils into the DC? TIA.