2014 Relaxed Hair Buddy Thread

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Rozlewis I used Nupur. I definitely liked it better this time, I only put EVOO and some conditioner in and it was very smooth to apply and rinsed nicely. I wonder if the oil affected the color though. I'm debating whether the extra effort of mixing and applying henna is worth it so I'll see how my hair feels going forward.
 
sunnieb, no ma'am not yet but thank you for loving the look. It's basically two buns vs. one bun. I just made sure I placed them very close together as they look better that way. I'm in a training class that is not set to end until next week. I will try to put something together thereafter.

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I finger parted my hair down the middle and twirled one side in a bun, pinned. Twirled the other side in a bun, pinned. I used about 8 pins total. I basically used the same technique as I would use to create one bun but just made two different buns instead. I tried to make the buns as close together as possible to keep from the finger part/scalp showing too much.
 
Hi buddies 8weeks is all I can do I'm relaxing today last wash too much shedding/ends look's bad on my week side/

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Hi cassie712,

Did you have a lot of new growth? Will you do a protein treatment prior to relaxing? Let us know how your relaxer turned out. I am 4 weeks post and all is good right now.
 
Rozlewis said:
Hi cassie712,

Did you have a lot of new growth? Will you do a protein treatment prior to relaxing? Let us know how your relaxer turned out. I am 4 weeks post and all is good right now.
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Hi buddy and yes i did have a lot of new growth /I did a light protein treatment two weeks ago/my shedding was to much for me. The Shea butter didn't soften my new growth/too many tangles. As for me a relaxer is always nice I love it/I have some breakage on my right side in the back. I don't know what am going to do yet

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cassie712, I can deal with shedding, it's breakage that I can't stand. Have you tried tea rinsing or Alter Ego Garlic to help slow down the shedding?
 
jenn132013PrettyinPink001 sunnieb, Luprisi, baddison, DominicanBrazilian82, Nix08, Cherry89, Jobwright, Saludable84, pre_medicalrulz

I have been swamped with work, class, life, you name it. How's everyone? My hair is responding well since post-chop. I purchased the Komaza Hair analysis as I would like to better understand why my strands give me problems periodically. I love being relaxed but when my hair freaks out, I must admit, I hate my hair and everything about it. I then wonder if being natural would be easier. Those feelings all go away when I get a touch up though. Nothing beats a fresh TU. I won't submit my hair samples to Komaza until I'm about 2 months post. I want them to analyze both my new growth and relaxed strands.
 
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jenn132013PrettyinPink001 sunnieb, Luprisi, baddison, DominicanBrazilian82, Nix08, Cherry89, Jobwright, Saludable84, pre_medicalrulz

I have been swamped with work, class, life, you name it. How's everyone? My hair is responding well since post-chop. I purchased the Komaza Hair analysis as I would like to better understand why my strands give me problems periodically. I love being relaxed but when my hair freaks out, I must admit, I hate my hair and everything about it. I then wonder if being natural would be easier. Those feelings all go away when I get a touch up though. Nothing beats a fresh TU. I won't submit my hair samples to Komaza until I'm about 2 months post. I want them to analyze both my new growth and relaxed strands.
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Hey, divachyk!! I can relate to being busy. sometimes life creeps up and takes over. My transition so far is going quite smooth. 5 months post and counting. But I am thoroughly enjoying cheering on my relaxed buddies, and watching all the fabulous progress!! Keep us posted when you finally do submit to Komaza. I would love to know how they assess hair.
 
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jenn132013PrettyinPink001 sunnieb, Luprisi, baddison, DominicanBrazilian82, Nix08, Cherry89, Jobwright, Saludable84, pre_medicalrulz I have been swamped with work, class, life, you name it. How's everyone? My hair is responding well since post-chop. I purchased the Komaza Hair analysis as I would like to better understand why my strands give me problems periodically. I love being relaxed but when my hair freaks out, I must admit, I hate my hair and everything about it. I then wonder if being natural would be easier. Those feelings all go away when I get a touch up though. Nothing beats a fresh TU. I won't submit my hair samples to Komaza until I'm about 2 months post. I want them to analyze both my new growth and relaxed strands.
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I thought you did the analysis already.

I used to feel the same way. My hair went all kinds of south after 8 weeks and that's why I had to texlax. I had more of a texture issue over everything. I hope komaza can help you with a better understanding of why you hair acts like a diva after 10 weeks. Sometimes it's a small issue, other times it's big.
 
Saludable84, I talked about buying the analysis but they temporarily suspended the program before I purchased. The program remained closed for months. I just recently purchased upon their relaunch. I think my issue is me, tbh.

1) no patience with detangling
2) no patience for multiple regimens each week when my hair is full of ng and feeling dry yet once weekly isn't cutting it
3) I don't vary my regimen as the weeks progress
4) I could go on but won't bore you :giggle:
 
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Saludable84, I talked about buying the analysis but they temporarily suspended the program before I purchased. The program remained closed for months. I just recently purchased upon their relaunch. I think my issue is me, tbh. 1) no patience with detangling 2) no patience for multiple regimens each week when my hair is full of ng and feeling dry yet once weekly isn't cutting it 3) I don't vary my regimen as the weeks progress 4) I could go on but won't bore you :giggle:
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No, you just don't do everything that I drive myself crazy about. I really do change conditioners, proteins and leave ins depending on the season. You might need to consider that but I will be waiting for your analysis.
 
divachyk

You just listed my issues, LOL!

and the detangling has taken a turn for the worse. My hair seems to tangle something ridiculous lately, and it almost seems like no matter what conditioner I use I have no slip and my hair dries, really dry ... I mean I have knots all the time, detangling is depressing for me.

I know I need moisture, I need to co-wash way more, but by time the kids are in the bed and I'm done cleaning and getting lunches ready Im pooped.

Im definitely taking vitamins...

After reading what I wrote, I should be ashamed of myself, I know the issues and havent done anything about it until seriously, Sunday :lol:


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Saludable84, I talked about buying the analysis but they temporarily suspended the program before I purchased. The program remained closed for months. I just recently purchased upon their relaunch. I think my issue is me, tbh.

1) no patience with detangling
2) no patience for multiple regimens each week when my hair is full of ng and feeling dry yet once weekly isn't cutting it
3) I don't vary my regimen as the weeks progress
4) I could go on but won't bore you :giggle:
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Saludable84 KhandiB, the only time I change products is winter and even then, I only seal with heavier oils/butters but everything else remains the same. So yeah, it's me. I need a personality and mentality makeover. :giggle:
 
How is everyone? I'm sitting here dc'ing late as usual.

I'm 15 weeks post and I can't comb my hair while dry, but it's doing well for so much newgrowth to be packed in there.
 
sunnieb said:
How is everyone? I'm sitting here dc'ing late as usual.

I'm 15 weeks post and I can't comb my hair while dry, but it's doing well for so much newgrowth to be packed in there.
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22weeks post and counting....Loving the braids. Its making my transition easier than I thought. We'll see how it progresses!:yep::yep:

sunnieb - when is your next relaxer, and how long are you stretching?
 
baddison I'm planning to relax 4th of July weekend at 20 weeks.

Remember when you challenged me to go 17 weeks? Now I go 20 weeks like nothing!

Hang in there with your transition. Can't wait to see pics! :)

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Hi buddies I'm here ,update I did not cut !!! I washed and condition,and braided my hair and that's what I will do for the rest of the summer no relaxer until August 28,2014:lachen:
 
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Hey Buds!

I'm feeling hair lazy again! :(

Should've dc'd last night and just........didn't. :look:

How are ya'll?

PrettyinPink001 divachyk, Luprisi, baddison, DominicanBrazilian82, Nix08, Cherry89, Jobwright, Saludable84, pre_medicalrulz
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I'm still here. . In a hair slump. I am currently 7 weeks post. Did a self trim a few weeks ago.
I'm planning on relaxing anywhere from 12-16 weeks next.
I only get to do my hair about once a week now. So I don't get the joy of daily cowashing. I barely end up sleeping with my hair tied at night and I've been trying to get back to daily moisturizing and sealing.
 
PrettyinPink001 divachyk, Luprisi, baddison, DominicanBrazilian82, Nix08, Cherry89, Jobwright, Saludable84, pre_medicalrulz

:wave: things are going good. I'm using indirect heat weekly by flexi rod setting my hair. I had intentions to roller set throughout this stretch but flexi rods are so simple that I am sticking with flexis. My hair is really loving weekly heat sessions. I will continue using heat for the duration of this stretch to see how my hair responds. I'm thinking weekly heat is what my hair needs to thrive.
 
Hi ladies! Everyone has been MIA. We need to catch up. What are your hair plans for the summer? Anyone recently relaxed or have any news they want to share.
Cattypus1,shortdub78, EnExitStageLeft, SunySydeofLyfe, lamaria211, soonergirl,
KiWiStyle, yoli184, 317537, nappytherapy,@ kukaberry


I'm 21 weeks post; will be exactly 5 months post on 6/3. My hair is doing well with this stretch. I want to get to 6 months post before I make a decision about whether or not I'm going to relax or continue to stretch. My pixie cut has grown out and I should be full NL by the end of summer.
 
xu93texas

I'm doing ok. Still sitioning'...I'm 13 months post. I plan to do the big BC April 15' and I CANNOT WAIT! My curls got me trippin' lol

Your pixie grew out lightning fast. Glad things are going well for you :)
 
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xu93texas I'm doing ok. Still sitioning'...I'm 13 months post. I plan to do the big BC April 15' and I CANNOT WAIT! My curls got me trippin' lol Your pixie grew out lightning fast. Glad things are going well for you :)
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Yes, your hair looks great. Your 2 years will be up in no time!!

I'm going to stretch as long as possible. If I can make it to 10 months post in November (birthday month) , I'll officially say I'm transitioning. I PS 100% of the time with wigs or crochet braids. So far so good.
 
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