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

acapnleo said:
@JJamiah---l... all I can say is wow to your hair :lick: ... well done :yep:
I won't press for pics, although you did tease us-- then gon' share that you flat ironed... :spank: :lol:
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LOL I laughed at this.
I was just so excited to use my flat iron I paid $149 for it and barely use it; so everytime I use it I am bouncing all over the place. I haven't used it in like forever it seems LOL wait I did once for my BKT, sheesh I forgot but that was only 2 times last year I flat Ironed.
 
+++++UPDATE ON MY HYH CHALLENGE+++++

Ok, so far so good. I haven't had a chance to measure my new growth, but I think it is a bit noticeable. I just removed a sew, which I had for 1 1/2 months. Below is the pic of my new install and my differences in growth. Hopefully I will be APL by summer. Yay!!

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********SEW IN********

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****BEFORE SEW IN 01/2011 - FLAT IRONED******

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******AFTER SEW 2/2011 BLOW OUT, NO FLAT IRON*******
 
I've been mum lately because I was waiting on my TU to see if my under processed sections would bounce back. Too early to tell because freshly relaxed hair always feels nice. I'll wait a week and see. I will say I WON'T BE HIDING this weekend b/c I want to enjoy the swang. I've been without it for so long....it's calling me like a bad habit. And so I'm giving in!
 
checking in too. I put my braids in December 29th and took them out February 25 2011 and put new ones in today (Feb 26) there is obvious new growth but won't be using this time for a free pass to show my hair. but I did take a few snaps just to document. I love this challenge.


EDITED, sorry the pics are back to front:spinning:. Obviously the shorter hair was taken in December and the growth pic was taken on Feb 25, 2 months growth comparison
 
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I need some hair styles. I'm getting tired or wearing wigs and straightening my hair. Youtube isn't helping me. Anyone else having these issues?
 
OK, its official... I need to add oil to my washing/cowashing. I cowashed a little bit ago with Aphogee 2 minute (and oil)... rinsed... then used my Argan Reconstructive Mask (love the smell :yep:) and of course, added more oil!!! Let that sit and rinsed... WOW! I don't think my hair likes water without oil.... that doesn't sound right, but I am finding it to be true for me...
I'm so tired of battling with tangles or just hair that doesn't want to be manipulated so strands just slide out, and I don't want a setback...
hmmmm with oil-- minimal hair fall, if any this way... Only problem is slippery shower :ohwell:

added more back in with Jasmines cream rinse, and a little of the aphogee 2 min stuff (hopefully I don't suffer for this)... My hair is in a smooth soft bun (oh and I used ampro black gel on my edges :lol: talkin bout throw back... :lol:
 
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So I washed and DC tonight! YAY! I did figure out something though...that film I talked about before is back :( It must be caused by some sort of chemical that my scalp is sensitive to :nono: Maybe cones? They are in both the deep conditioners :ohwell: I don't know...but I need to find a new moisturizing DC very soon! This hurts my heart because this means I can't use NTM Deep Moisture Masque or Silk Elements Megasilk Moisturizing Conditioner anymore :nono: My hair likes them, but my scalp HATES them. Maybe it is bc I am using a heating cap for 2-3h, which I never did before this year (when my problems with sticky scalp film started). The conditioners also make my head itch a little. I am at a loss for what to do. Any suggestions ladies? :feedback: I may need to find an all natural DC because this sticky, white film is disgusting!

ETA: I just clarified last week, so I don't think it means I need to do that.
 
Officially "transitioning" off halfwigs. I bought one last one for special occasions. But my staple school style will be some sort of sleek ponytail/bun/braidoutbun
 
I just discovered an African braid shop like literally around the corner from me today. Since being in the natural hair game for so long, I know how to give serious stink eye or threaten hand to face combat if my hair is being braided too tight. I just really don't feel like doing my own cornrows. I'll have to think about it some more before making a decision.
 
Okay
I am going through some emotional issues right now. I was ready to cut this mess off (at least to my shoulders)

I called my stylist, she laughed at me :cry2: I told her I want a RELAXER ASAP and a Hair cut. My scalp is TENDER and combing feels like :nono:

I had a build up because I put stuff to get a shine, the indigo I didn't wash out well enough :look:

I combed my hair and the best way to describe it is your told when hand sewing not to get thread longer than an arms length and for me my hair is doing the same thing like when you get double armed. It tangles not on wet hair but dry hair and then I pull and my scalp is sooooo sore.

I go through this everytime I go past MBL, this is why I said that was my goal. :nono: HUH, I need a hair cut.

On a lighter note, I did go to wash my hair after this hectic day and guess what I used my WEN for the 1st time and my hair melted like BUTTER, I am so in love. I still love Hair One Olive Oil better than all Hair Ones. I will be using WEN and Hair ONe Olive oil exclusively Thanks so much WEN. My hair just drunk it up.

I am going to sleep over night with the Wen Mask, :)
I feel more hopeful.

I did trim a little and then trimmed again. I needed to. I also felt better. HUH, oh well that was my day. I hope I do well with this Month of wearing my hair out.
 
Checking in!
My computer crashed and I had to go without it for 3 weeks! I thought I was going to die! anyways I am still in my first install and since before january and it is still holding up nicely!
 
I washed out the Wen Mask about 15 minutes ago sitting with Alter Ego for an hour, Yeah I need all the DC I can get. LOL
 
I think I'm gonna buy a mannequin head and practice braiding. With my new little fro, I have a whole new array of styles I want to try so I might as well start practicing now before my hair gets any longer :yep:
 
NikkiQ said:
I think I'm gonna buy a mannequin head and practice braiding. With my new little fro, I have a whole new array of styles I want to try so I might as well start practicing now before my hair gets any longer :yep:
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I need to look for one too. I realize when i attempt to cornrow it looks a hot mess so i just braid my hair in ceily braids. So i need to practice and my mother won't let me touched her hair:ohwell:. I mean she should trust someone who chopped off they hair and grew it back.
Still hiding my hair under my wig that i don't like. Hair is growing and getting longer.
I need a new wig im thinking about getting a human hair one but don't know where to start.......
 
Checking in. I just want to be APL already! Anybody ever feel like they're putting in more work than what the outcome is? I literally have not seen my hair in what feels like forever. and when I do take my braids down ever 2-3 it feels like my hair is EL and is actually getting shorter than getting longer! I guess that would have to do with my almost years growth of newgrowth, but its just so disappointing and makes me want to give up. Sorry for this post. I know it seems like its all over the place, but I'm just venting.
 
danigurl18 said:
I need some hair styles. I'm getting tired or wearing wigs and straightening my hair. Youtube isn't helping me. Anyone else having these issues?
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Same here. I usually don't get tired of my wigs until April. But I have been playing with my hair lately, while still hiding the length.
 
Miryoku said:
Checking in. I just want to be APL already! Anybody ever feel like they're putting in more work than what the outcome is? I literally have not seen my hair in what feels like forever. and when I do take my braids down ever 2-3 it feels like my hair is EL and is actually getting shorter than getting longer! I guess that would have to do with my almost years growth of newgrowth, but its just so disappointing and makes me want to give up. Sorry for this post. I know it seems like its all over the place, but I'm just venting.
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Miryoku

I TOTALLY feel like I'm putting in more work than what I'm getting out of this experience. I DC, I PS, I balance protein/moisture, I moisturize & seal, you name it. I when I relax (usually every 4 months), I only end up with a measly 1-1.5". I exercise, I eat well, I drink water...WTF?! Can I just get to MBL already? I don't even want WL!!!

The longer I stretch, the more depressed I get. I mean, I can see that I have NG but the length isn't there and my ends look so thin. I know it's because of the stretching and I won't know what I'm working with until I straighten, but man, I hate mind games :nono:

Ok, :offrant:
 
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