2011 APL Challenge
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orangepeel
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I take a lot of fitness classes and found braids were the only way to keep my sanity. Then when I am on "gym vacation" the braids come out.Hey Orangepeel- I teach group fitness and dance as my full time job so I'm always sweaty and cannot keep a style longer than 2 daysBraids are definitly a good idea. I would have them in too except I'm transitioning and really working on learning how to best take care of my hair.
EllePixie
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tasha5951
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Hi Ladies,
Welcome to all the new members I may have missed
So, I have to tell you guys, I started using Kimmaytube's leave in conditioner two days ago and OMG! I thought my hair was healthy and moisturized before but it has NEVER felt or LOOKED this good!
Last night I detangled w/ Giovanni in the shower then mixed up some Kimmay's leave in. I used KKNT, aloe vera juice, jojoba oil and Jessicurl's oil mix. I braided it up, wrapped it in a satin cap went to sleep. This morning....LOVE IT!
Welcome to all the new members I may have missed
So, I have to tell you guys, I started using Kimmaytube's leave in conditioner two days ago and OMG! I thought my hair was healthy and moisturized before but it has NEVER felt or LOOKED this good!
Last night I detangled w/ Giovanni in the shower then mixed up some Kimmay's leave in. I used KKNT, aloe vera juice, jojoba oil and Jessicurl's oil mix. I braided it up, wrapped it in a satin cap went to sleep. This morning....LOVE IT!
Bulletproof
tHicK hAIr dOn't CarE
Here are my pics. Using the neckline of my housedress in the back is where APL seems to be on me. I will try to take better pics soon. But either way I have about 3 inches to go.
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GreenD
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Hi ladies, I'd like to join. Since I didn't quite hit APL the way I would've liked in the 2010 APL Challenge, I's here...again 
erplexed. I'm anticipating being full APL (hopefully) by my 2 year nappiversary in March, fingers crossed.
I'm not sure of my reggie this year, but I do plan to give a break to my wigs, so....I'll be wearing twists, twist outs, box braids, braid outs, buns, etc. If all else fails I'll get a weave, since I have styling issues. Depending on how my hair is styled (and my level of exercise) will determine how often I wash, but I'll have to update my regi once I decide on a style and exercise routine.
Anywho, here's my starting pic. I'll post another pic later since I trimmed about a half inch.
erplexed. I'm anticipating being full APL (hopefully) by my 2 year nappiversary in March, fingers crossed.I'm not sure of my reggie this year, but I do plan to give a break to my wigs, so....I'll be wearing twists, twist outs, box braids, braid outs, buns, etc. If all else fails I'll get a weave, since I have styling issues. Depending on how my hair is styled (and my level of exercise) will determine how often I wash, but I'll have to update my regi once I decide on a style and exercise routine.
Anywho, here's my starting pic. I'll post another pic later since I trimmed about a half inch.
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tasha5951
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Hi ladies, I'd like to join. Since I didn't quite hit APL the way I would've liked in the 2010 APL Challenge, I's here...again
I'm not sure of my reggie this year, but I do plan to give a break to my wigs, so....I'll be wearing twists, twist outs, box braids, braid outs, buns, etc. If all else fails I'll get a weave, since I have styling issues. Depending on how my hair is styled (and my level of exercise) will determine how often I wash, but I'll have to update my regi once I decide on a style and exercise routine.
Anywho, here's my starting pic. I'll post another pic later since I trimmed about a half inch.
Umm, you're so crazy close you'll be there on like Feb. 1st
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GreenD
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Umm, you're so crazy close you'll be there on like Feb. 1st
LOL, Thanks for believing in me.....APL is giving me the blues....
cinnamon08
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Count me in!
Current length: at shoulders
Natural-4a/b
Routine: LAZY!
I get my hair pressed every other week. I wrap it when I am at home. I wear it down or in a ponytail when I am away from home.
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Current length: at shoulders
Natural-4a/b
Routine: LAZY!
I get my hair pressed every other week. I wrap it when I am at home. I wear it down or in a ponytail when I am away from home.
Sent from my iPhone using LHCF
OhTall1
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Count me in! I've been lurking for almost a year and finally paid for a subscription about a week ago, but I'm still a
*Currently relaxed and close to SL
*Reggie is still a work in progress. Use TJ's Tea Tree Tingle for shampoo, rotate between HE HH, Suave Humectant and Silicon Mix for conditioners, and regularly use ceramides (equal parts hemp seed, kukui nut and sunflower oils). Roller set primarily, and maybe flat iron once every 3-4 months.
*This is my first post, so no other challenges yet!
I'm still trying to figure out how to upload a photo, so I'll add a starter pic later.
ETA: I added my starting pics. Right now my only camera is on my cell phone so it's hard to get a good pic. I took one picture with wet hair, and a second after a relaxer and roller set.
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crvlngrhair
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I'm in! My starting pic is in my sig. I've got 4 inches to go until I reach APL 
1. - Current length: SL relaxed, barely after trimming off my hideous ends.
2. - Current Reggie:
- Steam DC on dry hair 2x week (Wednesdays & Saturdays) using either Silicon Mix or Joico Treatment Balm
- CW with Wen Fig & Tea Tree after every DC
- Shampoo as needed with V05 Kiwi & Lime Clarifying Shampoo
- Leave ins: HE LTR, Giovanni Vitapro Fusion Protective Moisture, One and Only Argan oil OR just Kimmaytube leave-in
- Seal with walnut oil
- Airdry and Bun or wig it up
- Moisturize & Seal through the week with HE LTR/Shescentit Marshmallow Cream & Walnut Oil
3. Other Challenges I've joined:
- Hairfinity Vitamin Challenge
- No Buy Product Challenge
- Delightfully Delicious Deep Conditioning Challenge
I have made APL twice in the last two years, and each time I've had to trim my ends back to SL. My goal for this year is not only to make it to APL, but to keep my ends looking the way they look now. My goal this year was to improve the health of my hair, now I'm ready to get on the grow!
1. - Current length: SL relaxed, barely after trimming off my hideous ends.
2. - Current Reggie:
- Steam DC on dry hair 2x week (Wednesdays & Saturdays) using either Silicon Mix or Joico Treatment Balm
- CW with Wen Fig & Tea Tree after every DC
- Shampoo as needed with V05 Kiwi & Lime Clarifying Shampoo
- Leave ins: HE LTR, Giovanni Vitapro Fusion Protective Moisture, One and Only Argan oil OR just Kimmaytube leave-in
- Seal with walnut oil
- Airdry and Bun or wig it up
- Moisturize & Seal through the week with HE LTR/Shescentit Marshmallow Cream & Walnut Oil
3. Other Challenges I've joined:
- Hairfinity Vitamin Challenge
- No Buy Product Challenge
- Delightfully Delicious Deep Conditioning Challenge
I have made APL twice in the last two years, and each time I've had to trim my ends back to SL. My goal for this year is not only to make it to APL, but to keep my ends looking the way they look now. My goal this year was to improve the health of my hair, now I'm ready to get on the grow!
destined2bme0423
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please add me!! I will be back later with my reggie and a more current pic!!
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Krystle~Hime
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Count me in! I've been lurking for almost a year and finally paid for a subscription about a week ago, but I'm still a
*Currently relaxed and close to SL
*Reggie is still a work in progress. Use TJ's Tea Tree Tingle for shampoo, rotate between HE HH, Suave Humectant and Silicon Mix for conditioners, and regularly use ceramides (equal parts hemp seed, kukui nut and sunflower oils). Roller set primarily, and maybe flat iron once every 3-4 months.
*This is my first post, so no other challenges yet!
I'm still trying to figure out how to upload a photo, so I'll add a starter pic later.
you make me think I have to put my ceramide game on up !!!
Trini_Chutney
Peeing in my shower
Starting pic
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Skiggle
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Hey guys!
This is my first length challenge, I'm looking for APL all around.
Don't really have a regimen, but I'm in mini twists with my own hair.
I'm also in the HYH Challenge. I'll do a rollerset in June and check the length at the 6 month mark.
Here is my starting pic.
This is my first length challenge, I'm looking for APL all around.
Don't really have a regimen, but I'm in mini twists with my own hair.
I'm also in the HYH Challenge. I'll do a rollerset in June and check the length at the 6 month mark.
Here is my starting pic.
babylone09
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current length: Shoulder length
Im transitioning to natural with 2 inches if even that much of relaxed ends still hanging on.
I will be trying to keep my hair in braids majority of the time if not then in a bun.
I am in the HYH challenge (first challenge i've ever joined) and BSL by 2011 challenge
What's your regimen?
I dont really have one but i plan on PS for at least the next 6 months. When in braids i'll wash every 2-3 weeks and i try to moisturize or oil my scalp and the braids at least every other day. When not in braids i wash, DC, and steam once a week.
Im in micros right now and i will take them out in 19 days so after that i'll post a starting pic
Im transitioning to natural with 2 inches if even that much of relaxed ends still hanging on.
I will be trying to keep my hair in braids majority of the time if not then in a bun.
I am in the HYH challenge (first challenge i've ever joined) and BSL by 2011 challenge
What's your regimen?
I dont really have one but i plan on PS for at least the next 6 months. When in braids i'll wash every 2-3 weeks and i try to moisturize or oil my scalp and the braids at least every other day. When not in braids i wash, DC, and steam once a week.
Im in micros right now and i will take them out in 19 days so after that i'll post a starting pic
LovelyRo
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Please add me to the challenge (I don't have the option to click thanks using this app)
1. I'm relaxed, 4 a/b and I'm SL!
2. I mostly wear back to back sew-ins as my protective style. I moisturize every few days using my special concoction. I only co-wash every 2 weeks when in a sew in. When I take my hair down I detangle, clarify and DC. I like to K.I.S.S.
* I just took my sew-in down today and I'm under the dryer DCing as we speak. I'm going to straighten my hair, even it off and then take pics between tonight and tomorrow!
ETA: I'm going to change my reggie up a little. I'm shortening the length of my installs to 3-4 weeks instead of 4-6. I will no longer be doing back to back installs as my hair hasn't been getting the attentions that it needs. I'm going to take 1-2 week breaks between installs (wish me luck, I'm 7 months post relaxer). I might make a u shaped wig and wear that as my protective style for a couple of weeks and give the sew-ins a break.
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1. I'm relaxed, 4 a/b and I'm SL!
2. I mostly wear back to back sew-ins as my protective style. I moisturize every few days using my special concoction. I only co-wash every 2 weeks when in a sew in. When I take my hair down I detangle, clarify and DC. I like to K.I.S.S.
* I just took my sew-in down today and I'm under the dryer DCing as we speak. I'm going to straighten my hair, even it off and then take pics between tonight and tomorrow!
ETA: I'm going to change my reggie up a little. I'm shortening the length of my installs to 3-4 weeks instead of 4-6. I will no longer be doing back to back installs as my hair hasn't been getting the attentions that it needs. I'm going to take 1-2 week breaks between installs (wish me luck, I'm 7 months post relaxer). I might make a u shaped wig and wear that as my protective style for a couple of weeks and give the sew-ins a break.
Sent from my iPhone using LHCF
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13StepsAhead
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Hey ladies I'll be keeping my hair in wigs until I have enough hair to make a decent sized bun. I'm determined to make APL by July and graze BSL by Dec.
tasha5951
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glamazon386
Well-Known Member
I'm in. Hoping to reach APL by 7/1/2011. I'm currently a few inches away. My regmen is basic. I will be wearing protective styles and washing and DCing once every week. Will be installing a weave tommorow.
faithVA
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I think I may be in the other APL challenge but it has been so long I can't keep track of my posts. So would love to join in.
Current Length: Between Ear Length and Neck Length
I'm Natural 4b/4a
I haven't gotten my regi down yet. Still working on it.
My hair is typically in two strand twists, box braids or kinky twists.
I am also in the SL Challenge and looking for the Deep Moisture Challenge.
I am horrible at taking pics which is why the side shot. Will work on the back shot for my next update.
I am hoping to hit SL in April and reach APL by December or at least be really, really, really close.
Current Length: Between Ear Length and Neck Length
I'm Natural 4b/4a
I haven't gotten my regi down yet. Still working on it.
My hair is typically in two strand twists, box braids or kinky twists.
I am also in the SL Challenge and looking for the Deep Moisture Challenge.
I am horrible at taking pics which is why the side shot. Will work on the back shot for my next update.
I am hoping to hit SL in April and reach APL by December or at least be really, really, really close.
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SailorSuccess
Member
Okay I'm finally back....
My current length: just past shoulder length relaxed
My Reggie:
* Self-Relax using Mizani Butter Blend a minimum of every 3 months, usually about every 4 to 4.5months
* DC 2x week using Mizani Moisturfusion Silk Cream Conditioner and ORS Replenishing Pak with honey
* Shampoo using Crown & Glory method once a week using Mizani Moisturfusion Milk Bath
* Co-Wash as needed
* Hot oil treatment every other week using evoo and carrot oil
* Airdry and bun or braid up
* Moisturize as needed with Mizani Coconut Souffle
* Dust ends as needed
Other Challenges I've joined:
* Rollersetting 2011 Challenge (sidelining until I return from deployment in April)
* Delightfully Delicious Deep Conditioning Challenge
I made APL a length about 3 months ago and just before I left for deployment, my usually dependable trimologist (my nickname for her) got a little scissor happyerplexed. Then to make matters worse, I haven't been tying my hair up at night like I should and sleeping on cotton pillowcases trying to be cute 
. So I'm at it again...hopefully by the time I get home in April I'll have reached my goal.
Happy Growing Ladies!!!
My current length: just past shoulder length relaxed
My Reggie:
* Self-Relax using Mizani Butter Blend a minimum of every 3 months, usually about every 4 to 4.5months
* DC 2x week using Mizani Moisturfusion Silk Cream Conditioner and ORS Replenishing Pak with honey
* Shampoo using Crown & Glory method once a week using Mizani Moisturfusion Milk Bath
* Co-Wash as needed
* Hot oil treatment every other week using evoo and carrot oil
* Airdry and bun or braid up
* Moisturize as needed with Mizani Coconut Souffle
* Dust ends as needed
Other Challenges I've joined:
* Rollersetting 2011 Challenge (sidelining until I return from deployment in April)
* Delightfully Delicious Deep Conditioning Challenge
I made APL a length about 3 months ago and just before I left for deployment, my usually dependable trimologist (my nickname for her) got a little scissor happy
erplexed. Then to make matters worse, I haven't been tying my hair up at night like I should and sleeping on cotton pillowcases trying to be cute . So I'm at it again...hopefully by the time I get home in April I'll have reached my goal.Happy Growing Ladies!!!
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pringe
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Ok! I'm in!!!!!
So Im natural and my hair now is a lil past shoulder length and making its way down to APL but I want my hair to look fuller and fully pass sl in the front.
My regimen is as follows:
PrePoo with oil when needed
Wash 2ce or so a month
DC with AO HSR with heating cap for at least 1 hr.
1ce a month DC with flat ironing/aluminum (home made steaming)
Apply kimmaytube inspired leave in and seal.
protective style my hair for 3 wks with ends tucked away, 1 week no ps
rewet Apply Castor Oil or another oil to nape and edges daily
rewet ends of hair daily or as needed and apply moisturizer and sealant
A possible straightening around March/April.
That's it!
Happy Growing y'all!!!
So Im natural and my hair now is a lil past shoulder length and making its way down to APL but I want my hair to look fuller and fully pass sl in the front.
My regimen is as follows:
PrePoo with oil when needed
Wash 2ce or so a month
DC with AO HSR with heating cap for at least 1 hr.
1ce a month DC with flat ironing/aluminum (home made steaming)
Apply kimmaytube inspired leave in and seal.
protective style my hair for 3 wks with ends tucked away, 1 week no ps
rewet Apply Castor Oil or another oil to nape and edges daily
rewet ends of hair daily or as needed and apply moisturizer and sealant
A possible straightening around March/April.
That's it!
Happy Growing y'all!!!
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makeupgirl
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Is it too late for me to join? I'm at SL now and should be APL by Dec.
Current length: CBL/SL, 100% natural 3c/4a
Reggie:
CW: 1wk in the winter, every other day in warmer months
DC: 1wk
Baggy every other day
Clarify 1/mos
Wig as protective Style, Wash n Go, Twist out, buns - in warmer months
Straighten:3x/year Jan, June, Dec
(when my hair is straight: reggie is wrapping each night, keep straight for 2-3 wks. Moisturize and seal every other night, keep in bun or ponytail to keep hair off my shoulders)
Here is starting pic
Current length: CBL/SL, 100% natural 3c/4a
Reggie:
CW: 1wk in the winter, every other day in warmer months
DC: 1wk
Baggy every other day
Clarify 1/mos
Wig as protective Style, Wash n Go, Twist out, buns - in warmer months
Straighten:3x/year Jan, June, Dec
(when my hair is straight: reggie is wrapping each night, keep straight for 2-3 wks. Moisturize and seal every other night, keep in bun or ponytail to keep hair off my shoulders)
Here is starting pic
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OsnapCnapp!
New Member
Tell us current length, relaxed or natural,current reggie, style(s) of choice, and other challenges you've joined
Current length: Setback--back to SL.
Hair type: Natural 4b/c
Current regimen: Adopted C&G method. I also: shampoo once wkly with black soap mix, daily spritz with aloe-veggie glycerin-water, seal with JBCO or Shea butter, I don't DC as often as I should but when I do I use a foil conditioning cap or dry heat, periodic spritz with my jheri juice. I do oil rinses weekly and I love them. I oil my scalp every other day with my oil mix.
Other challenges: Co-Wash 2011, Braid it Up 2011....I think that's it.
Current length: Setback--back to SL.
Hair type: Natural 4b/c
Current regimen: Adopted C&G method. I also: shampoo once wkly with black soap mix, daily spritz with aloe-veggie glycerin-water, seal with JBCO or Shea butter, I don't DC as often as I should but when I do I use a foil conditioning cap or dry heat, periodic spritz with my jheri juice. I do oil rinses weekly and I love them. I oil my scalp every other day with my oil mix.
Other challenges: Co-Wash 2011, Braid it Up 2011....I think that's it.
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