BSL 2013 Challenge

[Evolving78]

thanks ladies for the prayers and well wishes. everybody's hair is growing so nicely!

 

[jprayze]

I'm getting tempted to bc (to a fade) and just be natural. When I relaxed my hair I thought It would be soooo much easier than natural hair but it's actually even more difficult for me. Moisture/protein balance is the biggie for me and also split ends. I miss wearing twist, I miss not have split ends or tangly hair. The only thing I didn't like about being natural was wearing an Afro, so maybe this time around I'll just wear twist and wigs? I wanna give it to at least November (that's when my senior recital is) to see where my length is. But I'm really tempted now. I'm currently almost bsl, like grazing it. I hope to be grazing mbl or full bsl by November.

Your senior recital? Do you sing or play an instrument?

What about transitioning?

 

[jessicarabbit]

Your senior recital? Do you sing or play an instrument?

What about transitioning?

I play piano.
And yes I thought about it after I posted that, lol I could transtition 6 months with twist and solange braids

 

[GrowAHead]

Hey ladies! Just wanted to check in and tell everyone to hang in there and stick to your regimens! HHG!

 

[jprayze]

I play piano.
And yes I thought about it after I posted that, lol I could transtition 6 months with twist and solange braids

I play piano too..I took lessons for about 11 yrs. Just getting back into it; mostly playing for my dog as an audience (it calms her down) but I do have a few piano students (side hustle!).

I transitioned for over 2 years! You can do it!!!

 

[deedoswell]

NikkiQ you are wearing your bra a little low tho. Love your tattoos!

^^IA on both!

 

[jessicarabbit]

I play piano too..I took lessons for about 11 yrs. Just getting back into it; mostly playing for my dog as an audience (it calms her down) but I do have a few piano students (side hustle!).

I transitioned for over 2 years! You can do it!!!

Oh wow that's cool! I teach piano part time, I love it.
I'm probably gonna transition starting in November maybe.

 

[jprayze]

Got a groupon to one of the two Dominican salons I go to... $19 for blowdry, cut, and style. So I called to make an appt for tomorrow. Of course, I said No haircut. They said would give me a DC instead. I said ok, still a good deal. But then they asked me if I was relaxed or natural. Natural I said. How long is your hair? Um, a little past my shoulders. She said you will have to pay extra. This deal is for short relaxed hair. Really...OMG...so I'm just going to pay regular price? Um, we'll talk tomorrow mami...Stay tuned!

 

[daae]

DC'ing with ORS replenishing pak.

In need to get a new butter as Darcy's seem not to want to restock their moisturising butter.

 

[daae]

Afroveda stuff is so expensive...

 

[HoneyA]

NikkiQ I'm just round about where you are in length. Just moisturising and PSing until year end. I'm off heat so I wear my hair curly all the time.

 

[itsjusthair88]

My hair is holding up in this faux bun "mold" pretty well. Best part? I don't feel so "Annie Ho Hum" with my hair like this. I plop my big earrings on, my makeup and I feel pretty fierce.

NikkiQ We really are hair twins: my hair looks just like that in it's semi-dried state and we're at the same length...I just need that color

So, I have the hookup on some cheap, Brazilian Virgin hair, I want a longer bob and the hair comes in these little bundles, how many of the bundles should I get? It's 2 bundles a lot, one is 12 inches and one is 14 inches, is 2 enough? Or should I get more HELP ME PLEASE!!!! TIA ladies!

 

[NikkiQ]

itsjusthair88 I think 2 bundles will be more than enough unless you want it super thick.

Do I really wear my bra that low?? I have big boobs and a short torso so I'm all kinds of confused as to where it should be

 

[jprayze]

@itsjusthair88 I think 2 bundles will be more than enough unless you want it super thick.

Do I really wear my bra that low?? I have big boobs and a short torso so I'm all kinds of confused as to where it should be

Mine is low too...I have the same issues!

 

[jprayze]

My first official self length check! New milestone for me but I still got a LONG way to go before I hit BSL

Sent from my Android...Boom.

It's almost MBL...

 

[growbaby]

Mine is low too...I have the same issues!

Lol well for someone not as blessed as you and Nikki..... Lol, my bra strap sits directly below my shoulder blades. So the top of my bra strap is full BSB and the bottom of my bra strap is full BSL.

 

[nazjha]

Anyone know of any tricks to thicken up hair or which jbco would be best??
i already texlax and only 2 relaxers per year. my hair is protected from heat 80% of the time.

 

[NikkiQ]

Time to remove the trusty bun and into 2 fat braids while still in the ponytail I'm that lazy

 

[Angel of the North]

It is official, I have no desire to do my hair. K I S S until bsl.

Finally found a length check t-shirt that is within the range I am willing to pay, but I don't want to pay shipping. Alas they had a free shipping special the week before I found them Hope they toss me a bone in the name of love.

Seamonster I bet you're one of the first grads of BSL 2013, I often forget how KISS can do wonders. Once I've used up a significant amount of my stash, I'm looking to KISS till HL. Re: the length check shirt, you're not posting that link?

I forgot what a good styling product JBCO is for me. It slicks my hair down and makes my curls pop. I just use a good amount on freshly conditioned hair, nothing else. So here's a pic of my ponytail and then I put some pins in it so it wouldn't rub against my shirt.

The only thing is airport security does not like hair pins. I always get an extra look.

jprayze Love your curls, gorgeous hair What about the plastic good hair days pins?

shortdub78 you're nesting?!! Get well soon...sit down somewhere, get some rest so you can get well and build your strength up.

KiWiStyle Exactly what I was thinking sending a big to shortdub78

itsjusthair88Do I really wear my bra that low?? I have big boobs and a short torso so I'm all kinds of confused as to where it should be

NikkiQ IMO your bra is sitting perfectly for your body, it sits straight all the way around without riding up your back. If I were fitting you for a bra (did this for 3 years back in the day), this is what I would expect the back to look like, it's because of your shorter torso that makes your bra appear to be low

 

[jprayze]

@Seamonster I bet you're one of the first grads of BSL 2013, I often forget how KISS can do wonders. Once I've used up a significant amount of my stash, I'm looking to KISS till HL. Re: the length check shirt, you're not posting that link?





@jprayze Love your curls, gorgeous hair What about the plastic good hair days pins?

Thanks! Good idea...I'm going to check out good hair day pins...

 

[itsjusthair88]

I think 2 bundles will be more than enough unless you want it super thick.

Do I really wear my bra that low?? I have big boobs and a short torso so I'm all kinds of confused as to where it should be

Mine is low too...I have the same issues!

It's almost MBL...

I wear my bra very low as well...@NikkiQ and @jprayze my BSL and MBL are like the same basically...and yea, I keep hearing that 2 bundles are enough, I will get that.

NikkiQ IMO your bra is sitting perfectly for your body, it sits straight all the way around without riding up your back. If I were fitting you for a bra (did this for 3 years back in the day), this is what I would expect the back to look like, it's because of your shorter torso that makes your bra appear to be low

If her bra is sitting at the right place Angel of the North can her BSL and MBL still be in the same place? My bra also sits pretty low, but it's comfortable for me b/c I have the shortest torso ever (but not big boobs, I wish ), so my BSL and MBL are both at around 14"-15" long. Just wondering.

 

[jprayze]

Anyone know of any tricks to thicken up hair or which jbco would be best??
i already texlax and only 2 relaxers per year. my hair is protected from heat 80% of the time.

I heard about Jamician Black is the best, but I would love to hear others opinions.

 

[jprayze]

I wear my bra very low as well...@NikkiQ and @jprayze my BSL and MBL are like the same basically...and yea, I keep hearing that 2 bundles are enough, I will get that.




If her bra is sitting at the right place @angeloftheNorth can her BSL and MBL still be in the same place? My bra also sits pretty low, but it's comfortable for me b/c I have the shortest torso ever (but not big boobs, I wish ), so my BSL and MBL are both at around 14"-15" long. Just wondering.

Yeah I think we will just knock out 2 goals at once!!!but it's gonna be a long time coming...

 

[Kerryann]

yes good god my hair is braided for my wig and my scalp does not feel like its on fire...i would say that was $25 well spent

 

[KiWiStyle]

itsjusthair88 I think 2 bundles will be more than enough unless you want it super thick.

Do I really wear my bra that low?? I have big boobs and a short torso so I'm all kinds of confused as to where it should be

Seriously though on your bra issue....it's not an issue. When I first saw you LC picture, I thought her bra sits perfectly! REALLY, it's the right size and everthing....even the adjustment thingy is perfectly aligned. I notice things most people don't so sue me, lol!

Sent from my iPhone using LHCF

 

[Angel of the North]

If her bra is sitting at the right place Angel of the North can her BSL and MBL still be in the same place? My bra also sits pretty low, but it's comfortable for me b/c I have the shortest torso ever (but not big boobs, I wish ), so my BSL and MBL are both at around 14"-15" long. Just wondering.

itsjusthair88 Yes BSL and MBL can be in the same place (I think this is why so many people are against using BSL to measure hair length), this is the case for me too, I have a big cup, small back and short torso, my bra sits low, not too far above my waist in fact , I intend to claim BSL when I hit the top of my strap and MBL when I hit the bottom of my bra strap.

 

[Angel of the North]

Yeah I think we will just knock out 2 goals at once!!!but it's gonna be a long time coming...

That's definitely one of the perks

 

[Angel of the North]

Seriously though on your bra issue....it's not an issue. When I first saw you LC picture, I thought her bra sits perfectly! REALLY, it's the right size and everthing....even the adjustment thingy is perfectly aligned. I notice things most people don't so sue me, lol!

Sent from my iPhone using LHCF

^^^ Just because I was a bra fitter I always notice peoples bras and how they fit, even through their clothes, I know it sounds weird but I can't help it, I just think how much I wish I could give some of them a bra fit

 

[Evolving78]

yes ladies, i am in nesting mode! ya'll don't even know the half of what has to be done. plus, i'm still planning this baby shower.

 

[NikkiQ]

@itsjusthair88 Yes BSL and MBL can be in the same place (I think this is why so many people are against using BSL to measure hair length), this is the case for me too, I have a big cup, small back and short torso, my bra sits low, not too far above my waist in fact , I intend to claim BSL when I hit the top of my strap and MBL when I hit the bottom of my bra strap.

That sounds perfect Angel of the North!! I think I'll do that too. What say you itsjusthair88 and jprayze???