APL 2012 Challenge

MeowMix said:
bibs IMHO, you look APL. You took your signature photo not too long ago right? That's some progress.
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Thank you MeowMix! I think I'm really close but I'll wait a little longer to claim it. I think I have like 1/2 an inch to go. My siggy pic is from March so I'm proud of my progress :)
 
itsjusthair88 said:
I posted this pic in that everyday hair thread...but I KNOW you ladies can share in my victory: I CAN PUT MY TWISTS IN A TOPKNOT *regains composure* I BC'd September 2010 and I have yet to be able to put my hair in a bun of any kind, and today i could...in twists, but you know, a victory is a victory:
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I love your twists! How long did they take? We BC'd around the same time (September '10) and my twists do not have length like that. I can barely pull them into a ponytail holder
 
Here's my first donut bun made with my homemade (sock) donut .. It'll be a style for the rest of summer for sure.

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Carmelella said:
What's a cleansing conditioner? What brands r good?
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Its like a regular DC that also cleans your hair like shampoo
Goods brands are
Wen (ofcourse)
Hair One
Curls Creamy Cleanser
There are many more but these are the ones I have

What is it: A revolutionary step toward beautiful, healthy, shiny hair. WEN cleansing conditioner replaces shampoo, conditioner, deep conditioner, detangler, leave-in conditioner, and even shaving cream. Want healthy-looking hair? Just say Wen!

Who is it for: All hair types. And those who love the refreshing, summertime fragrances of mango and coconut.

Why is it different: WEN cleansing conditioner is detergent-free, yet gently cleansing and moisturizing.

How do I use it: Cleansing Conditioner should be applied in four sections: crown, nape, ends on the right, and ends on the left. For hair above your ears, use a minimum of 12 pumps (three pumps per section). For hair above your shoulders, use a minimum of 16 pumps (four pumps per section). For hair down to your shoulders, use a minimum of 24 pumps (six pumps per section). For hair past your shoulders, use a minimum of 32 pumps (eight pumps per section). For hair to your mid-back, use a minimum of 40 pumps (10 pumps per section). For thicker or coarser hair, increase the amount of pumps in order to thoroughly cleanse the scalp and hydrate the ends. Please see FAQ tab for more specific information
 
Congratulations to all the ladies (@bibs and anyone else I missed!!!) who made APL over this weekend! :clapping:

@NikkiQ it looks like we have a new recruitment of APL Ninjas :ninja: this July :lol: You really look very happy in those pictures with cellies and all! Happy you had a good time too!

Plus there are very pretty pictures you ladies have posted of rollersetting (@jprayze nice set!) progress pics (@blueberryd you will make APL soon great progress!) and great protective styles that are fast and easy to do (@Carmelella, @itsjusthair88, @growbaby)! ;)
 
I found it I found it without ordering from Amazon!! Finally, finally got the CON Argan Oil Conditioner & Sulfate free poo!!! :lick: Yeaaahhhh baby!! I can't wait to use them, I've heard nothing but good things about them. Wish I wouldn't have pooed and conditioned on yesterday, but there's always Wednesday. :yep::yep:
 
bibs said:
Thank you @MeowMix! I think I'm really close but I'll wait a little longer to claim it. I think I have like 1/2 an inch to go. My siggy pic is from March so I'm proud of my progress :)
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bibs you better claim it by the time our next check in rolls around in September! Your hair looks great.
 
While my hair is still in Celies, I'm gonna go ahead and trim a little off the ends. It's been a while since I had a trim and it's time for a little dusting.
 
bibs

bibs said:
I love your twists! How long did they take? We BC'd around the same time (September '10) and my twists do not have length like that. I can barely pull them into a ponytail holder
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Thanks, IDK a few hours...? I started them Saturday night and I did like, 2 rows and then I took a nap, which turned into an 8-hour sleep and then I woke up and did a few more rows and then I ate and took another nap and then I got serious and finished...so almost 2 days, but in those 2 days, I spent about 5 or so hours actually twisting. It's funny you mentioned we BC'd around the same time, because you did mention you're only an inch or so away from APL and I am most definitely NOT an inch or so away from APL. Do you stretch your hair out before hand? My hair was stretched with 10 cellies before I twisted it.
 
itsjusthair88 said:
bibs

Thanks, IDK a few hours...? I started them Saturday night and I did like, 2 rows and then I took a nap, which turned into an 8-hour sleep and then I woke up and did a few more rows and then I ate and took another nap and then I got serious and finished...so almost 2 days, but in those 2 days, I spent about 5 or so hours actually twisting. It's funny you mentioned we BC'd around the same time, because you did mention you're only an inch or so away from APL and I am most definitely NOT an inch or so away from APL. Do you stretch your hair out before hand? My hair was stretched with 10 cellies before I twisted it.
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Lol at all your breaks. Sounds like me, which is why I rarely do mini twists or anything like that. I usually start on washed hair but even when I do stretch they shrink up. Maybe next time I'll blow dry first.

You guys are reminding me that I need to trim like yesterday!
 
Checking in! I am still doing the same boring stuff, washing once a week then flat twisting and putting on a wig. I how this all this PSing will get me to APL soon....*hopeful*...
 
i didn't rinse the conditioner i had in from yesterday. i guess i will cowash again. i am so tired. it is too early in the game to start falling off. i really need to get it together. i'll give myself a light protein treatment, cowash, and blow dry on cool.
 
Rocking my twists....they still look nice just shrunken. I plan to take them down Saturday or Sunday and rock my twist out. CG method is also helping with my moisture retention. Went back to the QB line after trying some other products...nothing moisturizes my hair like QB. I must now figure out how to use up the other stuff. I'm still interested in trying Jane Carter...any users with reviews here?

Hoping to teach myself how to rollerset and flat twist!
 
kupenda...I would of been mad, after everything was finished I would of gotten up, told her IN SPANISH what she said was rude and unprofessional and because she choose to clown and embarrass me I was choosing not to pay her and call it a day
NikkiQ how long have you had them in?... I'm kinda jealous, your living my vacation
growbaby is that you in the avi?... Your bun looks nice and neat
 
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^^^They'll be a week old tomorrow lol. Normally by now with cowashing and such, they usually look a HAM. I'm pretty surprised how they're holding up. May leave them in another week and just use my Hair One sample pack tomorrow to cleanse my scalp a bit.
 
Ladies I think I'm gonna call it quits. Im basically the same length now as I was in January, knots and tangling at the root have been a major set back. I decided to start heat training my hair, so I flat ironed it and now have a big poofy mess on top of my head. So not only its my hair raggedy and tangled, its also heat resistant. Wonderful :cry3:. Wigs really help me to retain length but they rub against my edges and thin them out...I'm at a loss.
 

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AyannaDivine said:
Ladies I think I'm gonna call it quits. Im basically the same length now as I was in January, knots and tangling at the root have been a major set back. I decided to start heat training my hair, so I flat ironed it and now have a big poofy mess on top of my head. So not only its my hair raggedy and tangled, its also heat resistant. Wonderful :cry3:. Wigs really help me to retain length but they rub against my edges and thin them out...I'm at a loss.
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Awwww AyannaDivine woo woo woo! Let's figure out the culprit behind the knots and tangles at the root. What is your reggie like? How often are you detangling? What kind of wigs are you wearing that rub against your edges? Ever thought about doing half wigs to keep from messing with your edges?
 
hairqueen7 said:
i love this thread im new to the site but ive been lurking all threads including this one for 5 plus months
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Lurkee said:
@hairqueen7, Welcome to the board, you should feel free to post more. :bouncy:
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@hairqueen7 @Lurkee's right! Come on in and join us! What's your current hair length and your ultimate hair goal? :rocker:

AyannaDivine said:
Ladies I think I'm gonna call it quits. Im basically the same length now as I was in January, knots and tangling at the root have been a major set back. I decided to start heat training my hair, so I flat ironed it and now have a big poofy mess on top of my head. So not only its my hair raggedy and tangled, its also heat resistant. Wonderful :cry3:. Wigs really help me to retain length but they rub against my edges and thin them out...I'm at a loss.
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NikkiQ said:
Awwww @AyannaDivine woo woo woo! Let's figure out the culprit behind the knots and tangles at the root. What is your reggie like? How often are you detangling? What kind of wigs are you wearing that rub against your edges? Ever thought about doing half wigs to keep from messing with your edges?
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@AyannaDivine I second @NikkiQ we can figure this out! Wonderful group of ladies here with amazing and useful advice! :yep:
 
NikkiQ said:
Awwww AyannaDivine woo woo woo! Let's figure out the culprit behind the knots and tangles at the root. What is your reggie like? How often are you detangling? What kind of wigs are you wearing that rub against your edges? Ever thought about doing half wigs to keep from messing with your edges?
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I believe the knots and tangles are from my lack of detangling regularly. Aint nobody got time for that :look: I pretty much have my regi down pat as far as products are concerned. My hair is well moisturized but I think that the constant wearing of twists is causing shed hairs to wrap around the other strands and create knots.
My wigs are either homemade or purchased from the BSS. Im scared of half wigs because my leave-out won't match the texture of the wig.
 
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