APL/BSL 2014 Challenge

did a blow out to use the split ender, made two passes to make sure all the ssks and split ends were cut off.Thinking to try a bantu knot out tonight.
 
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Current hair length - Layered APL
Relaxed/Natura/Texlaxed/Transitioning - Natural
Goal Month - BSL by December
Current Reggie and styling choices - In the process of revamping reggie now that preggo growth/maintenance is no longer
What do you plan on changing (if anything) to make it to APL/BSL? I will keep it simple with the regimen. I hoped in a few bandwagon last year which didn't work out too well for me. I am going back to worked for me in the beginning and see if that produces good results.
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gvin89 said:
Forgot to post.....

Current hair length - Layered APL
Relaxed/Natura/Texlaxed/Transitioning - Natural
Goal Month - BSL by December
Current Reggie and styling choices - In the process of revamping reggie now that preggo growth/maintenance is no longer
What do you plan on changing (if anything) to make it to APL/BSL?
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Wait are you saying you are preggers? If so Congrats!!!

HPG

Don't judge...Sent from my Galaxy Note II using LHCF
 
  1. Current hair length – Shoulder length
  2. Transiting – Transitioning for 2 years, but had a relapse last year. Allowed someone to relax expecting to texlax my roots but it came out too straight. Been growing it out since, but strongly considering texturing or texlaxing again.
  3. Goal Month – APL by August 2014
  4. Current Reggie and styling choices – Still figuring that out. Washing weekly but looking to start washing bi-weekly and co-washing weekly. Deep conditioning weekly. Used henna as a protein treatment for the first time 2 weeks ago. Protective styling with a u-part wig. I’ve been wearing it since April of this year. I twist my hair underneath and use a moisturizer or coconut oil/caster oil mix 3 times weekly to moisture my hair.
  5. What do you plan on changing (if anything) to make it to APL/BSL? Henna treatment monthly, co-washing weekly vs. shampooing.
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For those looking for the single BSL 2014 Challenge:

I received a few messages asking for it to be locked or deleted because there were too many BSL threads and it was confusing for subscribers. :ohwell::swearing: I knew this would happen. An update was posted in BSL 2014 before it disappeared informing challengers that thread would be locked and to consider joining a merged challenge. I apologize if the thread was removed before you saw the message.

HHG
 
Wenbev said:
did a blow out to use the split ender, made two passes to make sure all the ssks and split ends were cut off.Thinking to try a bantu knot out tonight.
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Wow wenvev
That was quick!! You got it already?? How do you like it?? Did it take off a lot if hair??

I LOVE this HHJ!!
 
I might do one more henna for the year then remove it from my regimen for 2014. I'm just not motivated to do it anymore and I don't think its necessary for me to reach my length goals.
Will definitely continue tea rinsing and acv rinsing.
 
I jut took advantage of the Obia sale and ordered 1 thing (I know I can't believe it myself lol) I got the twist whip butter.

HPG

Don't judge...Sent from my Galaxy Note II using LHCF
 
cowashed and did a braid out last night.

what the heck is a split-ender!?.. *watches youtube review*... i want one!!!

speaking of bandwagons, there was a thread about bandwagons people regretted getting on. i saw a lot of tangle teezer on there. what the heck? I LOVE the tangle teezer. the thing saved my hair just as much pH balancing products. i love bandwagons. i dont get on all of them, but i am willing to look into the product if i think its meeting my needs. without the bandwagon, i wouldn't be able to see enough reviews on youtube to get a well-rounded idea lol.... sorry, off of bandwagon soapbox. i'm going to try this split-ender thing.

eta: im planning on putting my hair in box braids from this thanksgiving until february. i will rebraid once during this time.
 
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apple_natural said:
cowashed and did a braid out last night.

what the heck is a split-ender!?.. *watches youtube review*... i want one!!!

speaking of bandwagons, there was a thread about bandwagons people regretted getting on. i saw a lot of tangle teezer on there. what the heck? I LOVE the tangle teezer. the thing saved my hair just as much pH balancing products. i love bandwagons. i dont get on all of them, but i am willing to look into the product if i think its meeting my needs. without the bandwagon, i wouldn't be able to see enough reviews on youtube to get a well-rounded idea lol.... sorry, off of bandwagon soapbox. i'm going to try this split-ender thing.

eta: im planning on putting my hair in box braids from this thanksgiving until february. i will rebraid once during this time.
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We have to see pics around here!

The split ender is really gr8 for trimming. I love it even though I don't use it as much. Since I would have to blow dry my hair to be able to safely pass I just find it easier and faster to pick up my shears. I think starting next year I am only going to trim with the split ender as it doesn't just get your ends, it gets the whole shaft if that makes sense.

HPG

Don't judge...Sent from my Galaxy Note II using LHCF
 
mshoneyfly said:
Wow @wenvev
That was quick!! You got it already?? How do you like it?? Did it take off a lot if hair??

I LOVE this HHJ!!
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It was super fast delivery!! it came on Friday but I was too lazy to walk to my mailbox so I got it Saturday and used it that same day. I wanted to be cute for my bday.:look: Anyhow, I really like it and I'll like it even better when my hair is longer especially to get the better. It took off 1/8" on each pass and I did two passes. I know I'm heavy handed with the shears so I will definitely use this over the shears. Thank you for suggesting and giving such a good review!
 
apple_natural said:
cowashed and did a braid out last night. what the heck is a split-ender!?.. *watches youtube review*... i want one!!! speaking of bandwagons, there was a thread about bandwagons people regretted getting on. i saw a lot of tangle teezer on there. what the heck? I LOVE the tangle teezer. the thing saved my hair just as much pH balancing products. i love bandwagons. i dont get on all of them, but i am willing to look into the product if i think its meeting my needs. without the bandwagon, i wouldn't be able to see enough reviews on youtube to get a well-rounded idea lol.... sorry, off of bandwagon soapbox. i'm going to try this split-ender thing. eta: im planning on putting my hair in box braids from this thanksgiving until february. i will rebraid once during this time.
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apple_natural

:LOL: :LOL:
Yeah, the split ender is pretty awesome. Ive used mine 3-4 times since I got it in August I think. Its all I need to trim my hair. I dont do anymore cutting

I LOVE this HHJ!!
 
I thought I wanted to do a Black Friday haul, but I've changed my mind.

I really want a Hot Head Thermal Cap though. I contacted the owner Sandra through Etsy about any BF/Cyber Monday deals and she said for BF she would have free shipping.. I don't know if I would call that a sale... but I guess its better than nothing.

Shipping through her Etsy is $6.50 but the cap is $30.00.

I'd like to give my mom my hooded dryer (b/c I never use it anyway) and then stick with alternating between the Hot Head Thermal Cap and my regular steaming treatments.
 
yaya24 said:
I thought I wanted to do a Black Friday haul, but I've changed my mind.

I really want a Hot Head Thermal Cap though. I contacted the owner Sandra through Etsy about any BF/Cyber Monday deals and she said for BF she would have free shipping.. I don't know if I would call that a sale... but I guess its better than nothing.

Shipping through her Etsy is $6.50 but the cap is $30.00.

I'd like to give my mom my hooded dryer (b/c I never use it anyway) and then stick with alternating between the Hot Head Thermal Cap and my regular steaming treatments.
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This cap that you speak of is it like a steamer just without the big ole thang?

HPG

Don't judge...Sent from my Galaxy Note II using LHCF
 
omg that thing is like a billion dollars. where is there a chinese knockoff when you need one. im going to have to save up lol.

eta: aand i need a hot head. they were sold out when i first saw them. i wish i could make one myself though
 
One of my 2014 goals is to accept uneven hair.

I have a reeeeeeally hard time ignoring that my left side is forever longer than my right side.

Everytime I even it out, it just happens all over again. My right side just grows faster than the left.

2014 I will make sure to keep up with my dustings, just no more trimmings for aesthetics.

ONCE I reach BSL though I may even things out and start my goal to MBL.
 
yaya24 said:
I really want a Hot Head Thermal Cap though. I contacted the owner Sandra through Etsy about any BF/Cyber Monday deals and she said for BF she would have free shipping.. I don't know if I would call that a sale... but I guess its better than nothing.
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Aww. I'd never even heard of this thing before, but now I want one. Thanks. :perplexed

I also need to replace a jumbo rake. Hoping that hotcombs is having a sale or else I've been waiting for nothing.
 
yaya24 said:
One of my 2014 goals is to accept uneven hair.

I have a reeeeeeally hard time ignoring that my left side is forever longer than my right side.

Everytime I even it out, it just happens all over again. My right side just grows faster than the left.

2014 I will make sure to keep up with my dustings, just no more trimmings for aesthetics.

ONCE I reach BSL though I may even things out and start my goal to MBL.
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thankfully, this is something i've embraced 2013. my right side will be longer than my left and i'm just going to be okay with that.
 
I would like to join this challenge. I've had a major setback this year. I went from being an inch away from BSL in March to 2-3 inches from ASL. I got my hair straightened yesterday, the first time since August. I allowed her to trim off my split ends and now I'm back to SL. It was very disheartening. Now I'm trying to figure out a new regime to grow my hair back.

Current hair length
SL

Relaxed/Natura/Texlaxed/Transitioning
Natural

Goal Month
It really doesn't matter. As long as I get there.

Current Reggie and styling choices
In the process of recreating my regime. I usually wear twist outs. I straighten once every 3-4 months.

What do you plan on changing (if anything) to make it to APL/BSL?
Everything. Clearly my current routine isn't working. I am open to suggestions.



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