2011 Hide Your Hair Challenge! (Jan 1st - June 30th)

[danigurl18]

I have the shampoo brush actually but I've never used it. I'll try it today and get back to you.

 

[winona]

Hola ladies. I have been bunning it for at least 2 weeks now. It doesnt look like I am going to feel like doing anything else in the near future. Last week I took my bun down every night to massage my scalp with a sulfur mix. That seemed like to much work so this week I am going to try 3X. After washing/co-washing I have been applying my moisture cream (moptopmaven.com) and sealing with unpetroleum jelly. This keeps my hair moisturized for days

 

[LilMissSunshine5]

@DC, I struggle with the residue issue as well!!! It is really bad...I can see the white film & if I scrap it off with my nails, it feels kind of sticky I have resorted to using my nails to remove it! I know But I don't know what else to do...I already use the tangle teezer, so that doesn't prevent it from happening. Maybe I need to switch poo/condish? I have had issues with dandruff, but this stuff lately definitely ain't that! It is a serious film...advice?

I use NTM daily deep condish to cowash and NTM Recovery Mask for DC...I recently started using them, so maybe they are the culprit? I am confused

I have been cowash 3x/wk
DC 1x/wk
Poo 1x/2 wks
I just started this reggie 3 weeks ago...

 

[JJamiah]

Ladies with build up I would definitely try to Clarify, then shampoo as normal and see if that helps.

 

[LilMissSunshine5]

What do I clarify with? Any suggestions? I have never used a clarifying shampoo in my life I'm new to the healthy hair practices

 

[JJamiah]

I use Ion Clarifying Shampoo from Sally's. I like it; doesn't strip the hair raw.
Others can let you know what they use or have used.

 

[NikkiQ]

I use Suave clarifying shampoos followed by one of their moisture milk shampoos and then a nice DC. Don't like to strip my hair too much so I put as much moisture back in immediately afterwards.

 

[NikkiQ]

Taking my engagement pics on Saturday and have to figure out which wig to wear!!! future DH loves Carmen, but she is no longer with us. I might have to go purchase another one.

 

[acapnleo]

What do I clarify with? Any suggestions? I have never used a clarifying shampoo in my life I'm new to the healthy hair practices

LilMissSunshine

For clarifying, I love VO5 Kiwi Lime poo and conditioner... They smell great and I love how my hair feels when using... best of all, its cheap Hope that helps!

 

[Lanea87]

I use Ion Clarifying Shampoo from Sally's. I like it; doesn't strip the hair raw.
Others can let you know what they use or have used.

I used this last week cause it was in the house and free, I normally use Suave something cheap and simple. I add it in a nozzle bottle mixed with water and focus directly on the scalp....

 

[acapnleo]

Divachyk, your buns are so impressive... I couldn't help but stop and stare, before scrolling down Are you relaxed? What relaxer do you use??? Your hair look so healthy and lustrous Thank you

Oh and, I am trying not to buy anything new, but what products do you use? (i.e staples)... Sorry if you have answered this before

 

[Lanea87]

Taking my engagement pics on Saturday and have to figure out which wig to wear!!! future DH loves Carmen, but she is no longer with us. I might have to go purchase another one.

Gone head and get you another Carmen for him then....

 

[Ms_CoCo37]

Morning Ladies!

I can't believe we're already at 1,002 posts and the month isn't even over yet.

I'm still here, just coughing up a lung and blowing my now red nose.
I'm hanging in there though.

Despite being sick this past Saturday, I made my first attempt at crochet braids. I posted the pix in a separate thread, but you're welcome to take a look at my results here:

http://www.longhaircareforum.com/ha...521343-my-1st-attempt-crochet-braids-pix.html

I'm so thrilled with how they turned out...but I think I'd like to pay someone to do mine for me. I'd like to get them done this weekend if I can.

 

[reeko43]

@Ms_CoCo37, you really did a nice job! I may have to check out some tutorials! By the way, your daughter is beautiful

 

[Ms_CoCo37]

Thanks Reeko43! You should have seen her getting ready for school this morning. You couldn't tell her nuffin!

 

[Ms_CoCo37]

DC make sure when your clips come on to use one of each and get a photo so I can see how big it is in relation to the head. I don't need no huge clips making it look like I have little hair LOL

Yea so im really loving my Solange she is growing on me, I wore her to school and they liked her a lot.

Sent from MyTouch 4G, using LHCF app.....

This is really cute on you!

 

[Ms_CoCo37]

So my hair has been acting a donkey, so I put that heifer on punishment!!! She been all over the place and refuses to just lay down and rest So to avoid having to go on her, I put her in timeout! I told her not to test me, but she kept getting outta pocket! I had to check her :hardslap: She ain't allowed to go out and play until she learns how to behave herself

Girl you are too much! Look at all of that new growth!!!

 

[Ms_CoCo37]

I had to share with my HYH crew. Just ridiculous.

So I got into it with my best friend last night about me cutting my hair. She has been bugging me for months to get a short bob when I've told her repeatedly that I'm not cutting my hair until I'm at the length that I want to be (natural hair that is). She proceeds to tell me that her stylist told her I'm stunting my growth by keeping the relaxed ends on. Ummm hello! I wouldn't have as much natural hair as I do if that was the case. After I told her I don't believe her stylist, I'm not cutting my hair, and I want to be able to wear my own hair for the wedding, she says "whatever you wanna do.Don't listen as usual". I lost it. I told her "how the hell YOU gonna get an attitude with ME about MY hair b/c I don't wanna do what YOU want me to do???" She's on the brink of being pulled out of my wedding for real. She's already trying to tell me what to do with my wedding, and now this???

There is at least one in every wedding party (it's usually Mom, future MIL, sisters or cousins). I wonder why "your" hair is such a huge concern for her. You know what you're doing, and you know what's best for you. Don't let something like this add to your stress level. You've told her your thoughts on the matter. Hopefully, she'll heed your words and keep it moving. BTW, you guys sound like sisters.

 

[haircare4life***]

ms_coco37 - luvin the crochet braids

I also have crochet braids in, instead of freetress (btw what is the obsession with this hair n crochet braids?) i used x-pression (is this brand readily available in the US?) i used it simply coz it is free, we have packs and packs of this in our house. I had it straight for a while, i have now water curled it, ima try switch it up again soon. Hopefully i will stop being lazy and post pics, but just thought i would post to try n keep up with this thread and also say that straight hair with crochet braids work well you just have to becareful to cover the cornrows well.

 

[divachyk]

For the first colorful ones, you have the tangle teezer. Have you tried using it for scalp massage and to work the conditioner off of your scalp.

Rinse and rub your scalp a little more while shampooing.

Also I use to get some crazy build up with Hair One Jojoba, not the others so much but I'd rinse for days *figure of speech* and it would still leave me with build up, after a few more washes I doubled the rinsing and it was better.

The residue was with clarifying, then using Hair One Olive Oil as a follow-up. Now that I think back, I wasn't getting residue with other poos. Maybe it's the creamy texture of the poo. I love Hair One but I really want to move to an organic poo because I deal with acne and my acne has cleared up tremendously now that I'm slowly moving to an all organic prod reg.

 

[divachyk]

I have the shampoo brush actually but I've never used it. I'll try it today and get back to you.

Thank you, I will also try the tangle teezer for this first (per Mamma JJ -- smile) before running out and buying something else. As I posted to her, it may just be Hair One causing the issue. I'll keep a watch on it.

 

[divachyk]

What do I clarify with? Any suggestions? I have never used a clarifying shampoo in my life I'm new to the healthy hair practices

I use ORS Creamy Aloe and like it a lot. It doesn't strip too badly. I was also told Quantum Clarifying Poo from Sally's is good. I have V05 Kiwi but haven't tried it. I tried Suave and wow, it stripped me pretty good.

Morning Ladies!



I can't believe we're already at 1,002 posts and the month isn't even over yet.



I'm still here, just coughing up a lung and blowing my now red nose.

I'm hanging in there though.



Despite being sick this past Saturday, I made my first attempt at crochet braids. I posted the pix in a separate thread, but you're welcome to take a look at my results here:



http://www.longhaircareforum.com/ha...521343-my-1st-attempt-crochet-braids-pix.html



I'm so thrilled with how they turned out...but I think I'd like to pay someone to do mine for me. I'd like to get them done this weekend if I can.

I'll check them out when I get home; I'm at work trying to post all quick b/c I didn't get a chance to sign-in yesterday! Feel better.

 

[divachyk]

Taking my engagement pics on Saturday and have to figure out which wig to wear!!! future DH loves Carmen, but she is no longer with us. I might have to go purchase another one.

Oooh, congrats and smile purrdy (pretty). You needs to run out and grab Carmen for the dh to be.

Divachyk, your buns are so impressive... I couldn't help but stop and stare, before scrolling down Are you relaxed? What relaxer do you use??? Your hair look so healthy and lustrous Thank you



Oh and, I am trying not to buy anything new, but what products do you use? (i.e staples)... Sorry if you have answered this before

I'll get at you later tonight when I get home...no need to apologize; we're help to help each other. ETA: Where were my manners....THANK YOU SOOO MUCH for the compliments. I'll get at you later tonight. K?

 

[Ms_CoCo37]

ms_coco37 - luvin the crochet braids

I also have crochet braids in, instead of freetress (btw what is the obsession with this hair n crochet braids?) i used x-pression (is this brand readily available in the US?) i used it simply coz it is free, we have packs and packs of this in our house. I had it straight for a while, i have now water curled it, ima try switch it up again soon. Hopefully i will stop being lazy and post pics, but just thought i would post to try n keep up with this thread and also say that straight hair with crochet braids work well you just have to becareful to cover the cornrows well.

Girl, I don't know what the deal is with Freetress, but I got them because that's what everyone was using. It was also the first thing I saw at the beauty supply store.

I can't wait to see your crochet braids!

 

[brg240]

hello ladies, I'm still bunning. Right now it's in a giant poof bun thing high on my head. It's very tangled because i didn't let it dry in braids I won't detangle until I wash on friday though.

Also, I bought this conditioner from the dollar store to wash since I ran out of my coconut. I wish i had a chemistry degree because when I read up on ingredients I get confused and bored. :/ anyway I'm not sure how well it works, I used it in combination with egg yolk. I'll use it again this weekend and see though. Also, avocado oil is so great but i have nothing to seal in moisture so it keeps drying out. I need to get some jojooba oil but I'm not going that way. I might use some softee petrolatum based product. shrugs. i'm so glad my hair hasn't rebelled against me.

you know those little microfiber towel wraps? I bought one and my hair doesn't really fit :/

 

[NikkiQ]

Gone head and get you another Carmen for him then....

I'm totally thinking about it. Gonna have to go on the hunt this week on my lunch break to see if my BSS has it

There is at least one in every wedding party (it's usually Mom, future MIL, sisters or cousins). I wonder why "your" hair is such a huge concern for her. You know what you're doing, and you know what's best for you. Don't let something like this add to your stress level. You've told her your thoughts on the matter. Hopefully, she'll heed your words and keep it moving. BTW, you guys sound like sisters.

We pretty much are like sisters. She backed off, but now wants to press my hair so we can play around with making a bun and see how much hair I need to grow before then. Lord knows it'll be too much for me to do in 8 months

Oooh, congrats and smile purrdy (pretty). You needs to run out and grab Carmen for the dh to be.

I'm sure gonna try. I really didn't want to buy anymore wigs for a while, but he doesn't rave about any of the ones I have now like he did with Carmen.

 

[LilMissSunshine5]

So you want a bun style for the wedding NikkiQ? Have you talked to any natural hair stylist who can do your hair for the big day? I'm sorry about the timing of you transitioning during your wedding But I am sure you will find a way to rock your hair on your big day Too much knowledge & experience on these boards to not be able to have your dream hair

 

[JJamiah]

I want to take a trip to ATL for Mscoco to do my Hair! LOL

 

[ojemba]

Checking in,

I co-washed and deep conditioned my hair on Saturday. Braided my hair in big plates and will be wigging this week.

Those braids are lovely Ms. Coco.

 

[ms.tatiana]

Went to my local beauty supply to buy a few things, I ended up leaving with:
-Olive Oil: Hot Oil Treatment
-Tea Tree Oil
-Organic Root Stimulator: Oil Moisturizing Hair Lotion
-A Cheetah Print Bow


My cousins and I are going to happy hour and since I just washed and conditioned my hair last night I'm going to take out my Evony and spary her really good and work with her for today (she's still in recovery from Christmas and New Years erplexed)