Apl 2016 Challenge

[ajargon02]

We have an update at the end of August. Anyone updating? its a good time to check where you are to make needed changes for the last four months of the year.


Would love to hear about your progress.

I'm not close to APL but I will be updating just to have a record.

I posted after my "trusted" stylist cut off a min of 2" from my hair after I told her specifically NOT to, sooooooo, I will post again in another few months. I am hoping to get 1-2 " by december, which will put me back at apl.

 

[faithVA]

I posted after my "trusted" stylist cut off a min of 2" from my hair after I told her specifically NOT to, sooooooo, I will post again in another few months. I am hoping to get 1-2 " by december, which will put me back at apl.

I hope you get there. Sometimes after a cut people have amazing growth. I wish the same for you.

 

[Janet']

@Aggie!!!!! You did it!!! You hair is GAWGEOUS!

 

[Janet']

Hey Ya'll!


So, a quick update-- I had my surgery in April (the 18th to be exact)...took about 7 weeks off of work (PT 3x a week) and when I went back still was not at 60%...Of course, going back to work meant-- super overwhelmed-- so, I wasn't able to get on here nearly the way that I wanted to. The one thing that I did do though was continue my regimen. I kept up with the Rollersetting challenge and the DDC challenge. My friend graciously came over and kept my hair cornrowed until I was able to do my own hair...

Fast forward to this past weekend--I just did a pull test because my stylist gave me fresh color (no more greys!!!! ) and curled it so I didn't want to put more heat on it to straighten it out completely.

 

[faithVA]

Hey Ya'll!


So, a quick update-- I had my surgery in April (the 18th to be exact)...took about 7 weeks off of work (PT 3x a week) and when I went back still was not at 60%...Of course, going back to work meant-- super overwhelmed-- so, I wasn't able to get on here nearly the way that I wanted to. The one thing that I did do though was continue my regimen. I kept up with the Rollersetting challenge and the DDC challenge. My friend graciously came over and kept my hair cornrowed until I was able to do my own hair...

Fast forward to this past weekend--I just did a pull test because my stylist gave me fresh color (no more greys!!!! ) and curled it so I didn't want to put more heat on it to straighten it out completely.

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Congratulations on your progress and reaching APL. I don't remember where you started. But your hair is looking good.

 

[Janet']

@faithVA According to my calculations (my friend measured my hair for me), I started at Full SL and in March 2015 (see pic), I was 2.5-3 inches away from APL. Now, I'm about 3 inches till BSB or BSL (the top of mine because I wear my bra lower)

Thank you!

 

[Wenbev]

@Janet' great post! youve been missed and now you graduate!!! Lovely color!!

 

[Aggie]

@Aggie!!!!! You did it!!! You hair is GAWGEOUS!

Hey Ya'll!


So, a quick update-- I had my surgery in April (the 18th to be exact)...took about 7 weeks off of work (PT 3x a week) and when I went back still was not at 60%...Of course, going back to work meant-- super overwhelmed-- so, I wasn't able to get on here nearly the way that I wanted to. The one thing that I did do though was continue my regimen. I kept up with the Rollersetting challenge and the DDC challenge. My friend graciously came over and kept my hair cornrowed until I was able to do my own hair...

Fast forward to this past weekend--I just did a pull test because my stylist gave me fresh color (no more greys!!!! ) and curled it so I didn't want to put more heat on it to straighten it out completely.

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Thank you @Janet'

Good to hear you're doing well too. Welcome back!

 

[Aggie]

@faithVA According to my calculations (my friend measured my hair for me), I started at Full SL and in March 2015 (see pic), I was 2.5-3 inches away from APL. Now, I'm about 3 inches till BSB or BSL (the top of mine because I wear my bra lower)View attachment 373345

Thank you!

Girl you are really rockin' that color. Beautiful!

 

[Janet']

@Janet' great post! youve been missed and now you graduate!!! Lovely color!!

Thank You!!! I've missed you ladies, too! Thank you-- it's a departure from the blonde, but it's a very nice compromise between the high blonde and the traditional brown.

 

[xu93texas]

@Janet', Congratulations on reaching APL. Your hair and the color are gorgeous.

 

[Janet']

@Aggie You are a sweetheart! Thank you so much!
@xu93texas Thank you so much! I really appreciate it!

 

[Aggie]

Today I'm using Pumpkin Seed Butter mixed with Biolage Hydrasource Conditioning Balm as a prepoo.

Clarify with Elucence Clarifying shampoo

Cowashing with 4 Bella Naturale Yucca Root Restorative Co-Wash Conditioner

Protein Treatment with 4BN YR Intensive Repair Mask

Moisture Treatment with 4BN YR Cocoavonana Deep Hair Mask

Leave-In with 4BN YR Restorative Leave-in Conditioner

 

[Wenbev]

wash day tomor
would like to try a prepoo with coconut milk. maybe add an oil, EOs and condish to thicken
shampoo
light dc with new theorie condish

 

[GGsKin]

Clay washed my hair on Friday.

 

[Wenbev]

never tried the coconut milk prepoo, will shoot for thurs night

 

[Aggie]

Massaged some Netwurks 21 in my scalp and inverted for 5 minutes - day 4 complete.

 

[Aggie]

This afternoon I used Netwurks 21 on my scalp, moisturized and sealed with DB Sweet Cocoa Beans Hair Whip. Tonight to inverted for 5 minutes, no massage, no oil. Day 5 complete.

 

[mostamaziing]

This afternoon I used Netwurks 21 on my scalp, moisturized and sealed with DB Sweet Cocoa Beans Hair Whip. Tonight to inverted for 5 minutes, no massage, no oil. Day 5 complete.

I haven't used the inversion medthod in months I would always remember to do it whenever I see you post here lol

I'm doing it in a few mins with Netwurks 21 mixed with JBCO

 

[Aggie]

I haven't used the inversion medthod in months I would always remember to do it whenever I see you post here lol

I'm doing it in a few mins with Netwurks 21 mixed with JBCO

Awesome @mostamaziing. I'm glad my posts are helpful to you. Better late than never! They work pretty good so keep it up as best you can.

 

[Wenbev]

looking for a stylist for a blowout and color consult. Havent done a henna in 7 months and ready for permanent color. Final goal color is a honey blonde with some balayage action

 

[bajandoc86]

My fro is really growing. Its hanging a bit past my shoulders now.

 

[Wenbev]

I will do an October LC, most likely mid-Oct. Found a stylist/colorist one of my coworkers uses; will see how that a wash and blow goes.

 

[faithVA]

Can't wait to see it @Wenbev.

 

[faithVA]

We have 90 or so days until the end of the challenge ladies. Can't wait to see everyone's updates.

For those that aren't expecting to make APL by December, I hope you still feed good about your progress this year. I will be hosting the same APL challenge for next year. I'm hoping to reach APL in 2017.

 

[Aggie]

Overnight last night I Deep Conditioned on dry hair with 4 Bella Naturale' Cocoavonana mixed with Terrene Fusions Ultra Rich Mango Deep Conditioner.

Today I :

Added a pre poo oil on top of my DC and allow it to sit for 20 minutes before detangling and washing it out
Shampooed with Jason Naturals Thin to Thick Shampoo
Quick rinse out with the remainder of the TF URM Deep Conditioner
Leave-in with Bel Nouvo Avocado & Shea Hair Milk.

I also did a demi color on my hair as well, followed with a quick oil rinse to soften, leave-in and bun for the day.

 

[Aggie]

I just completed the first day of my inversions for the month of October using Netwurks 21 on my scalp with a 2 minute massage before inverting.

 

[bajandoc86]

My blowout on Monday

 

[faithVA]

My blowout on Monday

Nice and full. Can't wait for the final length check

 

[NaturallyATLPCH]

Just wanted to stop in and admire all this beautiful hair and to say I'm joining this challenge in 2017.