2012 Relaxed Hair Buddy Thread

[Lilmama1011]

Angelinhell I'm still on a hunt for a nice moisturizing shampoo (I like paraben/sulphate free products and here in lies the struggle with finding a nice moisturizing shampoo for me). The other ladies will certainly be more helpful...I do like elucence moisture balancing shampoo...divachyk I believe loves and uses Kenra

Have u tried Shea moisture, very good moisturizing shampoo

 

[Evolving78]

Angelinhell I'm still on a hunt for a nice moisturizing shampoo (I like paraben/sulphate free products and here in lies the struggle with finding a nice moisturizing shampoo for me). The other ladies will certainly be more helpful...I do like elucence moisture balancing shampoo...divachyk I believe loves and uses Kenra

try Creme Of Nature Argan Oil Shampoo? i used to love CON back in the day! you just have to clarify at least once a month. have you tried WEN? i still think about ordering it sometimes. but i am digging the Suave Almond and Shea Butter line right now.

I was a big Elucence and Kenra, as well as Keracare, but when my hair started acting a fool due to the protein issue, none of those could save me.

 

[Evolving78]

Loving
when you relax i am going to try to hang with you till your next touch up if the Suave continues to be my friend! every time i wash my hair, i think of you! that was a Godsend! truly a blessing! thank you again! i bought a mini flat iron, so i plan on flat ironing my roots when my new growth gets out of control, but i will still roller set.

 

[divachyk]

Hair buddies(@Nix08, @divachyk, @Ms. Tiki) I need your help. What moisturizing shampoos are you guys using? I prefer one with sulfates, I liked the old keracare, but I haven't been able to find the old formula. Help me

I use CON Argan @Angelinhell. It's sulfate free though. For sulfate based, I use Joico Moisturizing (the blue bottle).

I want a buddy!

I'm 3.5 weeks post & stretch 15-16 weeks but I want to stretch from July to December this year!

My relaxer schedule is April, July & December. I'll relax in September only if I get impatient. LOL!

I usually air dry & bun because I workout 6 days a week. But my first love is roller setting!

bebezazueta, what types of workouts are you doing?

 

[niqu92]

ok ive deff ben MIA from this thread
but anywhoo just checking in and my hair is doing fab-o-looouuus im 7wks post and my hair is thick shiny and luscious from rollersetting. i really feel like doing braidouts cause its getting really hot (it was almost 90 degrees today) but i know although it will look good it'll make my hair super tangled&dry which will result in shedding esp. since im more than 1month post
i just feel like trying new styles cause ive been rollersetting consistently since january but idk what to do =/ any ideas?

 

[Ms. Tiki]

Hair buddies(@Nix08, @divachyk, @Ms. Tiki) I need your help. What moisturizing shampoos are you guys using? I prefer one with sulfates, I liked the old keracare, but I haven't been able to find the old formula. Help me

I guess I'm the odd ball b/c the best moisturizing shampoo I have with sulfates is Paul Mitchell. I just switched to CON sulfate free one b/c it lathers.

 

[Loving]

shortdub78 I am happy its working for you. It has really been helping me this time around. At last, I can say I have a staple product!

 

[Loving]

niqu92 when do you plan on getting a T/U? I am also 7 weeks post but will be getting a T/U at week 9 or 10.

I am just as style challenged as you are...sorry I can't help in that area.

 

[Angelinhell]

Thanks guys for your help, I will look into all these suggestions!

 

[Angelinhell]

I guess I'm the odd ball b/c the best moisturizing shampoo I have with sulfates is Paul Mitchell. I just switched to CON sulfate free one b/c it lathers.

Ms. Tiki, Me too, sulfate free shampoos dry the heck, out of my hair. I have been curious about the CON argan oil one, but everywhere I go it's always sold out. So it must be working for somebody

 

[Angelinhell]

shortdub78, divachyk, Ms. Tiki. How well does the CON argan oil shampoo detangle your hair?

 

[Ms. Tiki]

@Ms. Tiki, Me too, sulfate free shampoos dry the heck, out of my hair. I have been curious about the CON argan oil one, but everywhere I go it's always sold out. So it must be working for somebody

When I went to get it the lady who own the BSS was trying to talk me into it vs the Elasta shampoo. She was so serious about how well it works that she put some in my hand and walked me to the bathroom throw her backroom to try it.

 

[Angelinhell]

When I went to get it the lady who own the BSS was trying to talk me into it vs the Elasta shampoo. She was so serious about how well it works that she put some in my hand and walked me to the bathroom throw her backroom to try it.

Wow!, I take that as a sign that I should try it. If I don't like it, it won't be much of a loss because it's only $5.00.

 

[divachyk]

@shortdub78, @divachyk, @Ms. Tiki. How well does the CON argan oil shampoo detangle your hair?

Angelinhell, I don't use it for its detangling properties. After experiencing tangling incidents with various products, I no longer trust products enough to hop in the shower without first detangling my hair. I've read that CON detangles well for some but again, I haven't trusted the product in that way. I always enter my wash sessions with detangled hair regardless if I'm using sulfate or sulfate free.

For me, detangling starts on dry hair slathered in oil or conditioner. I then wash my hair very strategically to keep the hair as detangled as possible. I will say, I find CON very moisturizing so my hair stays detangled and separated for the most part.

 

[TeeSGee]

DC'ing overnight on dry hair with Macadamia deep Repair mask.


ETA: this is now a staple DC in my regimen, it worked so well that my hair is feeling a little overly moisturized. will do a protein treatment in a few days. I'm so happy found something that worked this great. My hair has never felt this awesome and i've been on this HHJ for over 2yrs. Holy Grail!

 

[Evolving78]

shortdub78, divachyk, Ms. Tiki. How well does the CON argan oil shampoo detangle your hair?

Angelinhell
it is very softening! i used it this morning. but a little goes a long way. i only focused on my scalp and shampooed twice. i just let it run down when i rinsed in the shower. it has a lot of slip. you won't need a lot of conditioner either. just remember to clarify once a month when using sulfate free shampoos. they tend to cause buildup over time. the product is very silky and moisturizing. but it is very concentrated.

 

[Evolving78]

Hair buddies(Nix08, divachyk, Ms. Tiki) I need your help. What moisturizing shampoos are you guys using? I prefer one with sulfates, I liked the old keracare, but I haven't been able to find the old formula. Help me

i am diggin the Suave Almond and Shea butter shampoo! Loving hip me to it and it is amazing! i am a Keracare fan as well, but i like this better. it really adds a lot of slip, but cleans the hair well. i use this or the CON.

 

[xu93texas]

Hi ladies, It's been almost a week and so far so good. The only thing that is bothering me about this sew in is the hair irritates my neck. I keep it up in a ponytail when I'm at home. After seeing Mrs.Obama's hair at WHCD, I'm thinking about cutting it. We'll see.

@KiWiStyle,
I'm sure you didn't experience any heat damage. You mentioned
your dh concern for your natural hair (no color or extensions). Does your husband support or object you using chemicals? Have you ever thought about transitioning?
How did your shampoo/condition/steam treatment turn out?

@Raspberry,
You are really liking your new blow dryer. I don't think a little heat is damaging at all. My hair can tolerate it. What is your current regimen? I saw in another post you mentioned using Silk Dreams and other natural hair products. Does your hair respond the same to natural hair products vs. traditional/salon products?

 

[nazjha]

My hair goals were to relax on the 1st of may but I am pushing it until June 30 th (HYH Challenge reveal date) i took my hair down for a length check last week and noticed my nape definitly broke off. So wearing my real hair out did nothing but depress me :?
So i will continue to keep my hair protected under my 3/4ths wig for the next 2 months or so!!!
I will continue to post like this since I have lost my relaxer buddy TeeSGee .
which by the way I definitly mentioned you in a post way back when and you never responded girl. anywho so tell me how was your relaxer, hows your hair now??
and i remember you saying your birthday was somewhere around this time so if I missed it HAPPY BELATED!!! But if its not yet I'm wishing you the best

 

[TeeSGee]

My hair goals were to relax on the 1st of may but I am pushing it until June 30 th (HYH Challenge reveal date) i took my hair down for a length check last week and noticed my nape definitly broke off. So wearing my real hair out did nothing but depress me :?
So i will continue to keep my hair protected under my 3/4ths wig for the next 2 months or so!!!
I will continue to post like this since I have lost my relaxer buddy @TeeSGee .
which by the way I definitly mentioned you in a post way back when and you never responded girl. anywho so tell me how was your relaxer, hows your hair now??
and i remember you saying your birthday was somewhere around this time so if I missed it HAPPY BELATED!!! But if its not yet I'm wishing you the best

nazjha Welcome back buddy, btw KhandiB is my buddy as well.( we can have multiple ) Sorry to hear about ur nape breakage, i'm still nursing mine back. I can't wait for ur relaxer reveal . and i didn't know u mentioned me in a post. sometimes that thing doesn't work. My relaxer went well and i was able to retain a lot of length after my trim 2 mths prior. and u didn't miss my BDay it's tomorrow.. thank u for the bday wish.

 

[KiWiStyle]

xu93texas, Raspberry

Xu93texas, when I saw the first lady's hair I instantly thought about you and your sew-in. Her hair was beautiful. DH doesn't object to extensions/hair color, he just prefer the more natural look. He really doesn't like the chemicals but There is no way I'm going natural. Girl I was not happy with my 4b coils during that last 15 week stretch! Now he does object to dd's hair being chemically altered...me too.

On a side note, i love my steam DC!! I'm feeling my NG already!!! I'm feeling good about this next stretch.

 

[Mznelly]

Angelinhell I'm still on a hunt for a nice moisturizing shampoo (I like paraben/sulphate free products and here in lies the struggle with finding a nice moisturizing shampoo for me). The other ladies will certainly be more helpful...I do like elucence moisture balancing shampoo...divachyk I believe loves and uses Kenra

What's the down side to paraben? I know sulphate is stripping but I never looked into paraben. I really like CON Aragan oil sulphate free shampoo it leaves my hair feeling amazing

 

[Nix08]

@Mznelly as many articles as you can find regarding the perceived 'dangers' of parabens you'll likely find an equal amount that say that they are fine. I have been able to successully minimize my exposure without sacrificing too much but at the same time I wouldn't want to falsely put fear into anyone regarding my avoidance of them.
Here are a couple (random) links that highlight why I avoid them:
http://ezinearticles.com/?Dangers-of-Parabens---5-Facts-You-Need-to-Know!&id=1434158

http://cincovidas.com/hype-or-fact-are-parabens-in-cosmetics-really-that-dangerous-you-bet/

 

[KhandiB]

You a Taurus too buddy?? TeeSGee My Birthday was this past Friday, Knew I liked you for a reason

Anywhoo, I dont think my last couple of relaxers took to well. Im not happy with my new growth, its seems really dry and unresponsive...

nazjha Welcome back buddy, btw KhandiB is my buddy as well.( we can have multiple ) Sorry to hear about ur nape breakage, i'm still nursing mine back. I can't wait for ur relaxer reveal . and i didn't know u mentioned me in a post. sometimes that thing doesn't work. My relaxer went well and i was able to retain a lot of length after my trim 2 mths prior. and u didn't miss my BDay it's tomorrow.. thank u for the bday wish.

 

[sugahoney]

Hi guys, Im looking for a buddy. I am currently 11 weeks 3 days post and looking to relax around 2nd or 3rd June at about 16weeks.

The longest I have gone before was 12 weeks and that was hard as hell.

I just looked in the mirror at my hair and I must say it really looks . I have been studying for the last 4 days straight and havent really done much to my hair and I'm on vacation so I'm not leaving the house until my assignments and exams are finished. My new growth is not too bad this time around but my hair looks a hot mess.

 

[sunnieb]

I'm 4 days post stretching for at least 15 weeks. I need a buddy.

Sent from my Comet using LHCF

 

[KhandiB]

I have a question about using oils, I mean do you slather it on your hair or just use enough for effect, because Im not sure Im using it right with I do hot oil treatments…
TIA

 

[xu93texas]

KiWiStyle,

I will get a steamer before this stretch is over. Where did you buy yours? How much did you spend? Yeah, I tried to transition several times. The longest was for 19 weeks. Not happening. I'm sold on stretching 14-16 weeks. Today made 1 week with my weave. Tomorrow will 3 weeks into this stretch. When did you say you were relaxing again??

 

[DivaJones]

UPDATE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


49 days until my relaxer and Friday I will be 13 weeks post relaxer. June 20th I will be 20 weeks post relaxer, longest stretch ever in my life!!!

 

[bebezazueta]

OT: divachyk I have a gym membership & I do a SPINNING class 3 times a week ( this took inches off my hips!), Zumba once a week, hip hop aerobics once a week, fab abs 2 times a week, body pump (weight lifting/full body/lots of reps) 2 times a week & I'm trying to train for a 5k but I'm not finding the time to do it. I've lost 31 pounds so far! 26 lbs since January!