APL 2012 Challenge

[Evolving78]

This was my hair on march 31:

This is my hair now. I will only do check ups every 3 months now. My hair looks the same. Maybe a tiny bit longer in 2 months.

i see progress too!

 

[Lurkee]

i see progress too!

Aww, you are kind.

 

[Lurkee]

Goodluck to you NikkiQ. Have a safe flight.

 

[Evolving78]

after i rinsed out the conditioner, i finger detangled. that process caused my hair to air dry. i want to roll set, but i just don't feel like it. i don't feel like doing anything. i'm not going anywhere this evening. i could wash clothes or something. maybe i might just cross wrap.

 

[lamaria211]

I might dc overnight with Queen Helen Cholesterol that is if I dont sleep in my prepoo

 

[ManiiSweetheart]

After applying a DC of Aussie moist, olive oil, yea tree oil, and a few drops of mtg .. Twisted it up and clipped it put a scarf on and went a mile bike ride. Now I'm back and going to return some movies at the red box and come back and rinse!

 

[NikkiQ]

NikkiQ wishing you safe travels to your new home in Puerto Rico!!!! Remember to wear plenty of sunscreen and enjoy the waters!!!

I will! I'll be sure to post pics when we get there tomorrow.

Sent by me from my Android phone.Boom

 

[NikkiQ]

have à good trip NikkiQ . puerto rico. sounds cool. are you staying there for long?

Staying for at least 3 years

Sent by me from my Android phone.Boom

 

[pookaloo83]

I guess I'll undo some twists and have DH take pics tonight. DH is moving and I need to take the pics now since I won't have anyone do them for me.

Sent from my iPhone 4s using LHCF

 

[diadall]

Someone with beautiful hair told me she loved Queen Helene Organic oil and curl cream.

I bought it and used them to do a bun, its a hard bun but the waves are more prounounced.

Anyone else use it? How do you use it?

 

[longhairdreaming]

Hey ladies, just checking in. Congrats to everyone who is APL! These ninjas have me rolling...I can always count on this thread to make me smile.

I'm prepping for my monthly flat iron today after work. Last night I sectioned my hair and DC overnight with AO HSR on dry hair. Bought a new iron, shampoo and conditioner for the process so we'll see how it goes.

 

[faithVA]

@faithVA, are you the APL cop?

I'm one of them. And I have my eye on you too Lurkee. um hmm. Yep I see you

 

[faithVA]

I trimmed 2 to 2.5" off today putting me back somewhere between Nape and NL. I won't be making APL anytime this year. But since I'm cohost I will hang around. Won't be posting any update pics until September. Will need that long to get over having to trim that much.

Not even going to focus on reaching any more length goals. Just going to focus on trying to retain moisture and to keep my scalp and ends healthy. If I can't do that, then none of the rest matters. Not enjoying my hair journey at all

 

[bajandoc86]

faithVA oh no! I am so sorry to hear *hugs*

 

[faithVA]

bajandoc86[/USER];16086511]@faithVA oh no! I am so sorry to hear *hugs*

Thanks. I need hugs and martinis. More martinis than hugs though

 

[jessicarabbit]

faithVA im sorry to hear that. I guess it wouldnt be a "journey" without trail and era.

 

[growbaby]

I trimmed 2 to 2.5" off today putting me back somewhere between Nape and NL. I won't be making APL anytime this year. But since I'm cohost I will hang around. Won't be posting any update pics until September. Will need that long to get over having to trim that much.

Not even going to focus on reaching any more length goals. Just going to focus on trying to retain moisture and to keep my scalp and ends healthy. If I can't do that, then none of the rest matters. Not enjoying my hair journey at all

:-( oh no, I'm so sorry.. Sending good vibes n happy thoughts.

 

[Lurkee]

I trimmed 2 to 2.5" off today putting me back somewhere between Nape and NL. I won't be making APL anytime this year. But since I'm cohost I will hang around. Won't be posting any update pics until September. Will need that long to get over having to trim that much.

Not even going to focus on reaching any more length goals. Just going to focus on trying to retain moisture and to keep my scalp and ends healthy. If I can't do that, then none of the rest matters. Not enjoying my hair journey at all

I'm sorry faithVA. I'm sure you had your reasons for trimming that much. Hugss

 

[jprayze]

I was too tired Friday nite after washing to do anything to my hair but quickly comb my leavein (HE LTR) thru and plait by hair in 2 plaits one on each side. Then I put a little Jbco on my ends and called it a nite. I thought it turned out good for being lazy

Pics from Saturday. I just threw 4 plaits in my hair last nite before bed so I have no idea what it will look like today?

 

[lamaria211]

My hair is shedding by the handful
Garlic poo did ****

 

[Phaer]

I trimmed 2 to 2.5" off today putting me back somewhere between Nape and NL. I won't be making APL anytime this year. But since I'm cohost I will hang around. Won't be posting any update pics until September. Will need that long to get over having to trim that much.

Not even going to focus on reaching any more length goals. Just going to focus on trying to retain moisture and to keep my scalp and ends healthy. If I can't do that, then none of the rest matters. Not enjoying my hair journey at all

I will share a martini with you. My mom was feeling nostalgic and so I let her braid my hair. She refused to listen to me when I told her how to detangle and well... now I am not sure I will make apl by the end of the year. Lets get drunk!

 

[faithVA]

Phaer[/USER];16087483]I will share a martini with you. My mom was feeling nostalgic and so I let her braid my hair. She refused to listen to me when I told her how to detangle and well... now I am not sure I will make apl by the end of the year. Lets get drunk!

It's 9 am here but I'm ready

 

[Blairx0]

My hair is shedding by the handful
Garlic poo did ****

Did you take pills or put garlic powder in your conditioner? The pills take about 2-3 months, but the powder, for me anyway, worked immediately.

 

[claud-uk]

Is it sad that all I could think about was that I wish I could be washing my hair?

Uhhh... NO!!! (eevil) ​

 

[lamaria211]

Did you take pills or put garlic powder in your conditioner? The pills take about 2-3 months, but the powder, for me anyway, worked immediately.

I didnt but I will where did u purchase the powder?
Did u ever use Alter Ego garlic treatment?

 

[claud-uk]

My hair is shedding by the handful
Garlic poo did ****

Sorry Maybe if it's an extreme/emergency case you could crush fresh garlic and apply it directly to your scalp? I don't know, I'm not an expert but I read it somewhere - I wish I could remember where now.

 

[Evolving78]

faithVA
i understand how you fee.l had to do that (trim/cut) a couple of times since Sept last year.
i should be BSB by now.

you really should try what i posted in the low porosity thread! i'm telling it really helped with conditioning my hair better. all you need is a couple of drops. maybe 4 drops.

 

[chelleypie810]

lamaria211 i have and didn't see much of a diff but it was a great dc. Left my hair soft and shiny

 

[jprayze]

Day 2 braid out

 

[Evolving78]

I didnt but I will where did u purchase the powder?
Did u ever use Alter Ego garlic treatment?

lamaria211
get you some black tea and do a tea rinse asap! after you rinse, dc with your moisturizing conditioner. this should help. do this a couple of times a week until your shedding is back under control. this process has to happen, but you can manage it better with the rinses.

oh just steep 1-2 tea bags, and pour or spray the tea on your hair when it gets cool. work it into your scalp a bit, leave on for a minute or two and rinse. don't walk around with it, or leave it in too long. you can get caffeine overload.