2010 OCT/MegaTek Challenge (July 31 - Dec 31)

I'm having a lot of shedding and when detangling my hair just comes out. I'm so annoyed. I'm using the MT once a week. I have it mixed with a little WGO, glycerin and water. Any suggestions ladies?
 
Yeah, Grow, that's what i don't get. I mixed mt with castor oil and a little water and some leave in conditioner, and i still got some shedding.

I'll try mixing it with ceramides.

Thanks so much!
 
I went through about a week and a half with a little extra shedding. While it was a little disconcerting, I did some reading on hair loss and learned that a little shedding is generally part of the growth aid process. Based on the article, shedding was expected to go for no more than 4 to 6 weeks. Any more than that warranted a visit to your doctor to rule out other sources. So I marked the date down and kept going. I checked the hairs that were shedding and many were very very thin and kinda sickly looking.

So the results are so far: slightly fuller looking hair with a bit more than normal amount of new growth. About a week or two ago I noticed something else - the grey hairs along my hair line were starting to become less prominent. The baby hairs are coming in dark. Its pretty weird as I had just purchased root color to cover up those grays. Now I can go get my $20+ back. YAY!
 
Morning ladies!:grin:

I'm still hanging in there with the hair...although, I didn't get a chance to wash and dry it to do a length check. I'm just too tired.:yawn:

Off to read the rest of the posts.
 
Br*nzeb*mbsh~ll said:
Hey guys, I haven't been using mt because i've been wearing my hair straightened for the last few weeks. However, I have been using oct whenever I wash. I apply it to my scalp and leave it on for a minimum of 5 hours, and mostly, overnight. The remaining hair I coat with Aphogee 2 minute. My hair is really thriving. When I went to the salon my hairdresser commented, "Mami, you got more hair!! You got much much hair!" I was elated.

I did my hair myself last night (oct, blowdry, flatiron) and it was really heavy and felt fuller all the way through.

I can't wait to get back on the MT tip, but it seemed to rip my delicate hairline apart. I was so hurt. It looks thinner. I know mt works for the rest of my hair but maybe not as good on my hairline. I know the shedding phase goes away and the real thick hair grows in, but I can't risk losing those hairs. I need them oh so badly, I can't take looking bald at the hairline, uh uh. Anyone have any insight on this?

Congrats to those of you making such progress.

I luv some new hairs, y'all. Luv 'em!
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Yay for more hair! And yay for heavy hair! :yay::yay::yay: I can't wait to straighten my hair out to see if there is any change. I hope I can rejoice too. :yep:

I feel you on the hairline situation too. That's a very sensitive area for me...I hope when I use the MT it won't hinder my hairline progress.
 
ArizonaBeauty said:
I'm having a lot of shedding and when detangling my hair just comes out. I'm so annoyed. I'm using the MT once a week. I have it mixed with a little WGO, glycerin and water. Any suggestions ladies?
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ArizonaBeauty, i feel for you, especially with the change of seasons, which tends to cause more shedding. i've heard and tried that garlic oil, supplements, and food is good for shedding.

Br*nzeb*mbsh~ll said:
Yeah, Grow, that's what i don't get. I mixed mt with castor oil and a little water and some leave in conditioner, and i still got some shedding.

I'll try mixing it with ceramides.

Thanks so much!
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@Br*nzeb*mbsh~ll
yes, hun, those ceramides help, as will some garlic, so that hopefully won't happen in the future.
(i make my own garlic oil these days.)

i just remembered what one of the ladies told me a while ago about diluting the mt.....which was "not to use just water" (what i had been doing), but to use aloe vera juice because it has more moisturizing properties.

you've already got a good mix going on there, hun, so i'm sure adding some new elements will make it even better! :-)!
 
Morning Ladies!

I started my MT today!:yay: I couldn't hold off any longer. There was a little bit of the OCT left in the applicator bottle, so I just poured the MT in with it. I didn't add any oils or anything, I just used the MT straight.

I still want to straighten my hair a little to see if the OCT did anything. I'm not making any promises, but I'll try blowing it out tonight if I'm not too tired.:yawn:

How are you?:grin:
 
Hey everyone!! I just wanted to check and n c how my beautiful challenge mates were doing!! I have been getting some growth I think. Not sure really, especially since I do not measure my hair or straighten it. I had taken the braids out a couple of weeks ago and put my hair in nubian twist last Friday. I am not wearing them down (I did a very sheety job) so I am not going to post pics of them. I really wanted to do something to my hair before my lil man arrives next Friday. I did not want to have my hair out during labor. I learned from that mistake last yr with my daughter.

Anyways, when I had taken the braids down, I noticed how much fuller and thicker my hair was, especially my nape area. I am impressed by the MT results and I've added some Frenchee's and Sulfur 8 to my reggie as well. I am still taking my garlic supplements every other day and my prenatal n hair vitamins everyday! I just bought some Biotin and I hope that help to give me a boost. Starting the first day of October, I will start the drink your way to waist length challenge. It seems like a super way to encourage hair growth from the inside out!! Well I hopw everyone is doing great and I promise to post pics at the end of this month!!
 
Morning ladies! I hope everyone had a great weekend!

I was quite lazy in the hair department myself. I have to say, so far I haven't had any issuses since I started using the MT. I took a break from it this weekend, but I'm going to make an attempt at washing my hair this evening and blowing it out so I can manage it better when I try to use the MT. When my hair is in its natural state there is no combing or manipulating whatsoever. It turns into a tangled hair beast.

I really need to experiment with my hair more and see what will work best for it in the coming winter months.

How was your weekend?
 
detroitdiva said:
Hey everyone!! I just wanted to check and n c how my beautiful challenge mates were doing!! I have been getting some growth I think. Not sure really, especially since I do not measure my hair or straighten it. I had taken the braids out a couple of weeks ago and put my hair in nubian twist last Friday. I am not wearing them down (I did a very sheety job) so I am not going to post pics of them. I really wanted to do something to my hair before my lil man arrives next Friday. I did not want to have my hair out during labor. I learned from that mistake last yr with my daughter.

Anyways, when I had taken the braids down, I noticed how much fuller and thicker my hair was, especially my nape area. I am impressed by the MT results and I've added some Frenchee's and Sulfur 8 to my reggie as well. I am still taking my garlic supplements every other day and my prenatal n hair vitamins everyday! I just bought some Biotin and I hope that help to give me a boost. Starting the first day of October, I will start the drink your way to waist length challenge. It seems like a super way to encourage hair growth from the inside out!! Well I hopw everyone is doing great and I promise to post pics at the end of this month!!
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Detroit, I was so glad to see your post when I logged on this morning!:grin: I'm so excited about your little man's upcoming debut!:babyb: Yay for noticing thickness!:yay:

These are results that I love to hear! I don't think the OCT really did anything for me. I'll know for sure when I blow my hair out (I'll have to do it soon especially since I started the MT the other day).
 
I have been slacking in the hair maintenance department the past two weeks. i was too sick the first week and last week, really i have no excuse. I attempted a rollerset that turned into a flat iron a day later and i was wearing it out for a few days. Yesterday, I DC'ed with Keratina Fix and then i applied my MT and went to bed. Today, I rinsed, applied S-Curl and Coconut Oil, and then bunned. Hopefully I can get back on track and keep this up until Friday when I plan to rollerset again.

ETA: Anyone that needs to re-up, i have a coupon from HorseLoverZ.com for $5 off. It expires on 09/30/2010. PM me if you want to use it.
 
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Ok, so I made up my homemade MTG mix. I just tested it on my wrist to make sure its doesn't invoke an allergic reaction. Lets hope we see results with it.
 
Thanks Grow.

Praise The Lord, shedding is down to a minimum. Aphogee 2 minute left on overnight has really helped. I haven't restarted mt, but I'm still using oct. I have garlic oil that tastes like garlic oil. Not a good scent early in the am, but it works wonders, so i'll have to chug 'em down.

In my mt mix i used water along with oils and a bit of conditioner for good measure. :-{ I have aloe gel, but no juice. ( I'll add it to my beauty list, asap. ) However, I just rcvd a complimentary batch of Ginsana's Super Gro Lotion, and i'll roll with that pretty soon. It's got mt, mtg, and a whooooole lotta good stuff in there, so I'll just start there.

Thanks Ms. Coco, I'm pretty happy about the heaviness of my hair. My hair is always so light and fluffy. I want hair with some weight, some 'umph.' That's a step in the right direction for me. I'm sure you'll be fine with using mt, your hairline may not be as touchy as mine. :perplexed. You've got pretty hair, by the way.

Thanks ladies for your support - y'all are wonderful.

~ Happy Hair Growing to all the OCT/MT Hair Maidens ~


@Br*nzeb*mbsh~ll
yes, hun, those ceramides help, as will some garlic, so that hopefully won't happen in the future.
(i make my own garlic oil these days.)

i just remembered what one of the ladies told me a while ago about diluting the mt.....which was "not to use just water" (what i had been doing), but to use aloe vera juice because it has more moisturizing properties.

you've already got a good mix going on there, hun, so i'm sure adding some new elements will make it even better! :-)![/QUOTE]
 
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Hey guys just checking in...

I finally got a relaxer last friday and I was pleasantly surprised at how much my hair grew. I think my expectations were a little higher, but all in all I'm so happy! It definitely grew and I think I got some thickness too. What made me even happier is that my beautician said that my hair was in great condition and I didn't even need a trim. (I credit that to everything I've learned since joining LHCF! :grin:) I'm gonna wait a little while before I pick back up on the challenge, just giving myself a chance to enjoy my straight hair for a change w/o me getting fussy with it.
 
I haven't check in lately because my daughter gave birth to my new grandson last week.:babyb:(he's in my siggy)I'm getting some thickness but I'm not sure about length because of the natural hair shrinkage. I will probably straighten my hair some time next month. Keep up the good work everyone!
 
Br*nzeb*mbsh~ll said:
Thanks Grow.

Praise The Lord, shedding is down to a minimum. Aphogee 2 minute left on overnight has really helped. I haven't restarted mt, but I'm still using oct. I have garlic oil that tastes like garlic oil. Not a good scent early in the am, but it works wonders, so i'll have to chug 'em down.

In my mt mix i used water along with oils and a bit of conditioner for good measure. :-{ I have aloe gel, but no juice. ( I'll add it to my beauty list, asap. ) However, I just rcvd a complimentary batch of Ginsana's Super Gro Lotion, and i'll roll with that pretty soon. It's got mt, mtg, and a whooooole lotta good stuff in there, so I'll just start there.

Thanks Ms. Coco, I'm pretty happy about the heaviness of my hair. My hair is always so light and fluffy. I want hair with some weight, some 'umph.' That's a step in the right direction for me. I'm sure you'll be fine with using mt, your hairline may not be as touchy as mine. :perplexed. You've got pretty hair, by the way.

Thanks ladies for your support - y'all are wonderful.

~ Happy Hair Growing to all the OCT/MT Hair Maidens ~


@Br*nzeb*mbsh~ll
yes, hun, those ceramides help, as will some garlic, so that hopefully won't happen in the future.
(i make my own garlic oil these days.)

i just remembered what one of the ladies told me a while ago about diluting the mt.....which was "not to use just water" (what i had been doing), but to use aloe vera juice because it has more moisturizing properties.

you've already got a good mix going on there, hun, so i'm sure adding some new elements will make it even better! :-)!
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Br*nzeb*mbsh~ll, PRAISE THE LORD IS RIGHT GIRL!

that is some great news!

i'm so glad it's working out for you sugar, and horray for heavy hair!!!!!

drmuffin said:
Hey guys just checking in...

I finally got a relaxer last friday and I was pleasantly surprised at how much my hair grew. I think my expectations were a little higher, but all in all I'm so happy! It definitely grew and I think I got some thickness too. What made me even happier is that my beautician said that my hair was in great condition and I didn't even need a trim. (I credit that to everything I've learned since joining LHCF! :grin:) I'm gonna wait a little while before I pick back up on the challenge, just giving myself a chance to enjoy my straight hair for a change w/o me getting fussy with it.
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drmuffin, CONGRATULATIONS!!!

isn't is just wonderful when you get results like that?!

even your beautician noticed and that's a great feeling and inspiration for all of us!

Platinum said:
I haven't check in lately because my daughter gave birth to my new grandson last week.:babyb:(he's in my siggy)I'm getting some thickness but I'm not sure about length because of the natural hair shrinkage. I will probably straighten my hair some time next month. Keep up the good work everyone!
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Platinum, CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR NEW GRANDSON!!!!!!!

HE IS ABSOLUTELY ADORBLE!!!!!!

ok, on a personal note ladies, Ms_CoCo37 i've been slacking off a bit on my routine...got super busy and barely had time to cw daily, but i hope to get that mt mix made this week so i can get back on it asap!

HHJ ladies!
 
Hello Ladies, just a quick update, I have been applying the OCT regularly, but I started to run out, so I have ordered Mega Tek, which came last week, so I mix with the remaining OCT mixed with castor oil to stretch it out and I apply my Mega Tek/Oct mixture with added garlic powder, aloe gel, castor oil, daily.

I was very pleased with OCT updates on my blog. I shampoo my hair, apply OCT/Mega Tek and leave on my hair for two hours of more, rinse out and condition with a moisturising conditioner for up to 30 minutes, rinse out and style very simply.

Wish every one success with OCT/Mega Tek
 
Do you have to use both OTC & MT to see results or can you use one or the other? I just ordered MT and I have tons of other products and want to know if the MT is effective alone or do I need yet another product?
 
Hello there,
This week I haven't been able to apply the megatek. I am on a work travel and I forgot to pack it,.... but i will be heading back home tomorrow so that will be one of the first things to do when i arrive. How are you guys doing?
 
Valerie said:
Hello Ladies, just a quick update, I have been applying the OCT regularly, but I started to run out, so I have ordered Mega Tek, which came last week, so I mix with the remaining OCT mixed with castor oil to stretch it out and I apply my Mega Tek/Oct mixture with added garlic powder, aloe gel, castor oil, daily.

I was very pleased with OCT updates on my blog. I shampoo my hair, apply OCT/Mega Tek and leave on my hair for two hours of more, rinse out and condition with a moisturising conditioner for up to 30 minutes, rinse out and style very simply.

Wish every one success with OCT/Mega Tek
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Keep up the good work, Valerie!

ecadnacmc said:
Do you have to use both OTC & MT to see results or can you use one or the other? I just ordered MT and I have tons of other products and want to know if the MT is effective alone or do I need yet another product?
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You can use either product. Many ladies had great success with MT.
 
I cut down to using only 2 times a week now...I'm trying to maintain my hairstyles so I don't want to wash out every day or every other day, too much manipulation then
 
Hi Ladies!:grin:

It's been a red hot minute since I last popped in. Hope everyone is doing well. I still haven't gotten used to this new format, but I'm working with it.

I have to say, I haven't had any issues with using the MT straight out of the bottle. Not headaches, no itchies or anything like that. I finally blow dried my hair to do a length check from the OCT. I have to say, I was a little disappointed. While I experienced some growth, it's not much different than my regular growth rate.

Hopefully, the MT will give me better results. Today I'm sporting a bun...nothing impressive.
 
Platinum said:
I haven't check in lately because my daughter gave birth to my new grandson last week.:babyb:(he's in my siggy)I'm getting some thickness but I'm not sure about length because of the natural hair shrinkage. I will probably straighten my hair some time next month. Keep up the good work everyone!
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Platinum, congratulations on that new beautiful little grandson of yours!:grin: I know you can't wait to spoil him rotten. Is he your first?
 
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