2016 Bsl/mbl Challenge

[Prettymetty]

I really want to wash and dc my hair today. I really do... but I might be too tired after running errands. We'll see

 

[trclemons]

• Pre-poo'd twists for 30 minutes under the heat cap with Zero % & CW'd it out.
• LCO'd with L = Ion Reparative Solutions, C = Oyin Hair Dew & O = Embrace The Natural You Trinity Glaze on length & Keravada Green Tea on scalp.

 

[Aggie]

This morning I am:

Prepooing with Hairdrenalin Potion on my scalp and Hemp Seed oil on the length of my hair with a conditioning cap for 30 minutes

Shampooing with Macadamia Natural Oil Moisturizing Shampoo

Deep Conditioning with Keracare Super Reconstructor followed up with NG Mango and Coconut Water Infused Deep Conditioner

Moisturizing with Dudley's PCA Moisture Retainer

Sealing with Bekura Apple and Sorghum Supple Hair Syrup.

 

[trclemons]

• Pre-poo'd overnight with AVJ spritz.
• DC'd with Honey's Handmade Tropical Carrots & Coconut Milk Conditioning Cream for 1.5 hours under the heat cap.
• Scrubbed scalp with CC's Natural Lavender & Chamomile Polish, CW'd with TVO Apple Cleanser, Reconstructed with K. Moore's Growth & Repair, 80% R/O with ACV & SM Black Soap Balancing Conditioner.
• LCOS'd with L = Ion Reparative Solution, C = Oyin Hair Dew, O = Embrace The Natural You Trinity Glaze, S = Au Naturele 10 n 1 Styling Gelee & HS 10 n 1.

 

[beauti]

Washed my hair today, quick dc in the shower if you wanna call it that
I'm gonna have to stretch my hair without heat next wash so I can trim my ends.

 

[Aggie]

Just completed day 1 of my inversions for the month of August, massage 5 minutes, no oil.

 

[Aggie]

Day 2 of my inversions for August is complete with massage, no oil

 

[trclemons]

• DC'd for 30 minutes under the heat cap with Honey's Handmade Tropical Carrots & Coconut Milk Conditioning Cream & Zero% Conditioner.
• CW'd with Terra Veda Organix Apple Cleansing.
• 80% R/O of SM Black Soap Balancing & V05 Free Me Freesia Moisturing Conditioners.
• LCOS'd with L = Cozy Moments Vanilla Waffle Cone, C = Oyin Hair Dew, O = Embrace The Natural You Trinity Glaze on length & Keravada Green Tea on scalp & S = Africa's Best Textures Shea Butter Curl Defining Cream.

 

[Prettymetty]

I had some broken ends today while I was moisturizing. I think I should at least wet my ends first with water next time. Manipulating my dry hair is a big No No

 

[Aggie]

Day 3 of my August inversions is complete, no massage, no oil.

 

[Aggie]

Day 4 of my August inversion is complete. No massage, no oil.

 

[Prettymetty]

I woke up this morning without my alarm. I can tell this is going to be a great day. I might even do my hair

 

[Aggie]

Last night I completed day 5 of my inversions for August

Today:

Prepoo - AVJ and ST Sweet Potatoe Pie hair Cream
Shampoo - Macadamia Natural Oil Moisture poo
Deep Conditioner - NG Mango and Coconut Deep Conditioner
Moisturizer - Dudley's PCA Moisture Retainer
Sealant - ST Cupuacu Carrot Moisture Butter

 

[trclemons]

• Pre-poo'd overnight with AVJ spritz, Queen of Curls Revitalizer & Siamese Twist Light Protein Reconstructor on ends.
• DC'd for an hour under the heat cap with a mix of ST Detox & Entwine.
• Poo'd with TJ Tea Tree Tingle, CW'd with TVO Apple Cleansing, Reconstructed with SSI Okra & 80% R/O of ACV & V05 Free Me Freesia.
• LCOB'd with L = Cozy Moments Vanilla Waffle, C = Oyin Hair Dew, O = Embrace the Natural You Trinity Glaze, B = Hairitage Hydration Caramel Frappucino on scalp.

 

[Aggie]

Just completed day 6 of my August inversions, no massage, no oil

 

[Aggie]

Day 7 of my inversions for August is finally complete and will be back in September.

 

[planters]

I think the reason why biotin and a multi vitamin works so well for me is because I was very deficient of vitamins when I got checked out at the doctor.

Yes this is very true. That's why I don't believe I get good results wen taking vitamins because I already get enough with my diet.

 

[Caramel74]

I've been so busy lately. I did a quick catchup and posted update in Waist Length Dreams so I apologize for a repeat. I'm just taking advantage of the summer heat, meaning no heat. Except for today because I need a good stretch but it will most likely be a waste by the time I walk to work, lol smh. Looking forward to a dominican blowout in October where I will also trim my own hair.

 

[VictoriousBrownFlower]

I've been using something new for the past few weeks or so and just have to rave about it. For the longest time I've been using Chagrin Valley's shampoo bars because conventional shampoo was just too harsh on my hair. I kind of started getting sick of using it though because even though it works well it doesn't smell the best.

I thought maybe I should give conventional shampoo another chance and went on the search for a moisturizing sulfate free shampoo. I kept hearing about Creme of natures argan oil shampoo so decided to give it a try. It was relatively cheap so if I didn't like it I could just let my neice use it.

I tried it and imediately fell in love. It lathers beautifully and cleans without making my hair feel stripped. When I was done it actually felt like I didn't need a dc. I would never go without a dc though but this is by far the best shampoo I've used in a long time. It's actually better than the shampoo bars which I never thought could happen.

I was worried about product build up because there's no way my hair could feel this soft and be clean but it's been a month and there's no build up.

 

[morgandenae]

The low maintenance of this sew in has done me good. Life got super hectic, 3 weeks with no off day and not to mention this GRE test.

I've definitely neglected my hair other than the basics so I don't expect any extraordinary results but I'm super exited to see how much my hair has grown. It's been exactly two months in but ill be waiting at least two more weeks for my scalp exfoliating scrub from APB to come in. Lord knows my scalp could use a couple good scrubbings after this sew in.

Also bought a few bottles of NetWurks Hair Revitalizer (I'd try just about anything) I'm hoping if I put everything into overtime for the next few weeks I'll still be at my goal of 2 inches of growth for the September check in.

 

[Aggie]

This morning I

Prepooed with Pumpkin Seed Butter mixed with Biolage Aloe Hydrasource Conditioning Balm for 25 minutes
Clarified with Elucence Clarifying Shampoo
Exfoliated my scalp with Nixion Scalp Renew in preparation of using my Netwurks 21 Hair Revitalizer later today
Currently Deep Conditioning with Bekura Cocoa Bark mixed with Bekura YAM Nectar for 30 minutes
Plaiting my hair up in 4 big plaits and wigging it for the day
Moisturize much later with Bekura Honey Latte
Seal with Bekura Apple and Sorghum Hair Syrup

 

[trclemons]

• Pre-poo'd overnight with AVJ spritz.
• DC'd with Entwine for 2 hours under heat cap.
• Scrubbed scalp with CC's Natural Lavender Chamomile, CW'd with TVO Apple Cleanser, Reconstructed with SSI Okra, 80% R/O with ACV & V05 Free Me Freesia.
• LCOB'd with L = Jakeala Pineapple, C = Oyin Hair Dew, O = DIY mix, B = Hairitage Hydration Caramel Frappucino on scalp.

 

[Caramel74]

Figured I'd weigh in after my my 4 hour Olive Oil Prepoo and Shampoo/Conditioner w Suave Professionals. My hair always behaves differently and looks thicker after i do it.


Sorry for the repeat from Waist Length Dreams but I am absolutely petrified to get my hair "trimmed" professionally as it gets longer because I'm afraid someone is going to hack off all my progress.

 

[Prettymetty]

Ooh your hair is beautiful @Caramel74!

 

[VictoriousBrownFlower]

Figured I'd weigh in after my my 4 hour Olive Oil Prepoo and Shampoo/Conditioner w Suave Professionals. My hair always behaves differently and looks thicker after i do it.


Sorry for the repeat from Waist Length Dreams but I am absolutely petrified to get my hair "trimmed" professionally as it gets longer because I'm afraid someone is going to hack off all my progress.

Wow your hair looks great. It's getting super long. Keep up the good work.

 

[Caramel74]

Thanks everyone!

I would not have come this far without LHCF. And I just want to encourage anyone struggling. When I learned our type of hair needs moisture and oil, I just kind of ran with that. Also left it alone and tried not to manipulate it much. It's still very fine and has hardly any weight to it so practicing patience also helps a great deal. I just keep visualizing it filling in and on w protective styling but also taking it out too and letting your scalp breathe.

 

[Prettymetty]

If my Keratin treatment is here tomorrow I'm going to straighten my hair with it. I'm getting tired of wigs and I need to practice styling my hair as it gets longer.

 

[Daina]

@Caramel74, your hair has grown so much and it looks great! Really good progress and awesome perspective you have.

 

[Caramel74]

@Caramel74, your hair has grown so much and it looks great! Really good progress and awesome perspective you have.

Hey there sister

Thank you. I'm glad I took that pic too it does help. As everyone here knows how real shrinkage is as I'm sitting here w my hair shrunken up to SL, but it is healthy so I'm happy overall. It's boring not being able to really do nothing with it but it pays off in the end.

Thanks again for the compliment and good to hear from you as always.

 

[Prettymetty]

My Keratin treatment is here. Once I get home I'll wash with the pre treatment shampoo and blowdry my hair naked. I hope this doesn't take all night...