Classic Length 2010 Challenge Part I
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Candy828
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If we should ever loose touch somewhere in the future or God forbid LHCF is down for some reason... I created an email address that you can use to contact me. It is [email protected]
Although we have never met face-to-face, I feel very close to many of you!
Keep the email address as a sticky and feel free to contact me offline from LHCF...
Although we have never met face-to-face, I feel very close to many of you!
Keep the email address as a sticky and feel free to contact me offline from LHCF...
SmilingElephant
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Just quit procrastinating...I already signed you up!
It's ok to have fresh trimmed ends and still be in the game! When you get to hip length, we'll discuss your future....
but for now, your name stays!
No shortening the list please:ha:
........OMG!!!
I guess i have no choice!!!
Mz.MoMo5235
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aaaawww, i feel close to you guys too 
we share a lot of personal experiences and our hair in general tends to be very personal, so its no wonder we're so close 
we share a lot of personal experiences and our hair in general tends to be very personal, so its no wonder we're so close
Candy828
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Part 3 of Hair growth slowing down at longer lengths:
So what you might think is terminal length may in fact just be a hair stall!
I am convinced that the healthier the scalp is, the healthier the hair follicle will be, thus, the hair will stay in your head longer and by that …. Your hair will be longer and stronger… Each new strand will also be stronger and grow longer!
Remember to be gentle with your hair, maintain a healthy scalp and even when you are in the “Stall” stage, you are promoting a healthy growing environment, the benefits when growth resumption starts will result in stronger longer hair…
I remember when I was having dry, itchy, flakey scalp issues, I used Carrot-Tea tree oil to treat it. That worked for me and I no longer have that issue. I still use Carrot-Tea oil once a month as a preventative measure, to keep my scalp free of any fungus issues. I will include this information on the first page of the thread under my hair regime.
How To Maintain A Healthy Scalp
From: http://healthy-lifestyle.most-effective-solution.com/2007/08/16/how-to-maintain-a-healthy-scalp/
Our scalp is one of the most important parts that we tend to overlook. It’s easy to forget if you’ve got a healthy scalp, but for those with common scalp issues, it’s an on-going concern. Somehow, we get embarrassed by scalp problems, whether it’s thinning, falling out, breaking off or growing slowly. One of the most disturbing problems are dandruff or an itching or peeling or scalp. They should not be left untreated and can be really upsetting.
Dandruff
Dandruff can be pretty embarrassing, especially when you are always looming in the dark. But don’t toss your dark suits just as yet. There’s a better way of dealing with dandruff. Dandruff is probably the most common and most misidentified scalp problem out there. Dandruff is characterized by large flakes of dead skin cells either on the scalp or in the hair, and is commonly seen on your shoulders.
How To Identify Dandruff
Often greasy or oily and are often accompanied by redness, itchiness and irritation of the scalp.
·Flakes are larger
·The scaling is heavier than normal and is usually accompanied by redness, itching and soreness
·Intensed itchiness. Continuous scratching can cause small lesions which weep and ooze or become infected. Lumps, bumps and sores are also common when the scalp is highly irritated as you have aggravated sensitivity
In serious cases, where there is excessive redness, itchiness, bleeding or oozing of sebum caused by scratching, you must see your physician. Left untreated, dandruff can lead to hair loss.
Dry Scalp
If your scalp itch, and when you brush or comb your hair there are tiny flakes or dead skin on your shoulders, this may be the sign that you are having dry scalp. Dry scalp conditions are often misidentified as dandruff.
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So what you might think is terminal length may in fact just be a hair stall!
I am convinced that the healthier the scalp is, the healthier the hair follicle will be, thus, the hair will stay in your head longer and by that …. Your hair will be longer and stronger… Each new strand will also be stronger and grow longer!
Remember to be gentle with your hair, maintain a healthy scalp and even when you are in the “Stall” stage, you are promoting a healthy growing environment, the benefits when growth resumption starts will result in stronger longer hair…
I remember when I was having dry, itchy, flakey scalp issues, I used Carrot-Tea tree oil to treat it. That worked for me and I no longer have that issue. I still use Carrot-Tea oil once a month as a preventative measure, to keep my scalp free of any fungus issues. I will include this information on the first page of the thread under my hair regime.
How To Maintain A Healthy Scalp
From: http://healthy-lifestyle.most-effective-solution.com/2007/08/16/how-to-maintain-a-healthy-scalp/
Our scalp is one of the most important parts that we tend to overlook. It’s easy to forget if you’ve got a healthy scalp, but for those with common scalp issues, it’s an on-going concern. Somehow, we get embarrassed by scalp problems, whether it’s thinning, falling out, breaking off or growing slowly. One of the most disturbing problems are dandruff or an itching or peeling or scalp. They should not be left untreated and can be really upsetting.
Dandruff
Dandruff can be pretty embarrassing, especially when you are always looming in the dark. But don’t toss your dark suits just as yet. There’s a better way of dealing with dandruff. Dandruff is probably the most common and most misidentified scalp problem out there. Dandruff is characterized by large flakes of dead skin cells either on the scalp or in the hair, and is commonly seen on your shoulders.
How To Identify Dandruff
Often greasy or oily and are often accompanied by redness, itchiness and irritation of the scalp.
·Flakes are larger
·The scaling is heavier than normal and is usually accompanied by redness, itching and soreness
·Intensed itchiness. Continuous scratching can cause small lesions which weep and ooze or become infected. Lumps, bumps and sores are also common when the scalp is highly irritated as you have aggravated sensitivity
In serious cases, where there is excessive redness, itchiness, bleeding or oozing of sebum caused by scratching, you must see your physician. Left untreated, dandruff can lead to hair loss.
Dry Scalp
If your scalp itch, and when you brush or comb your hair there are tiny flakes or dead skin on your shoulders, this may be the sign that you are having dry scalp. Dry scalp conditions are often misidentified as dandruff.
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Candy828
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Part 4 of Hair growth slowing down at longer lengths:
So what you might think is terminal length may in fact just be a hair stall!
How To Identify Dry Scalp
At times, you can feel tightness in your scalp and a sensation that is sometimes accompanied by flakiness. Often it is a result of natural oils being stripped from your scalps by the frequent use of shampoos, hair dyes or other hair products resulting in a disturbance to the natural balance of our sebum and pH (acid mantle). If you have dry skin, it is advisable not to wash your hair too frequently; once in two days would be just fine.
Treating Dry Scalp
·Apply deep conditioning treatments, moisturizers and lotions for the scalp. Massage your scalp to stimulate circulation.
·Apply a scalp steamer, or wrap the head with warm moist towels.
·Use proper shampoo
Oily Scalp
When the oil glands in the scalp secrete excess oil, it travels down the hair shaft, causing excessive oiliness on the scalp and hair. Oily scalp conditions are often hard to deal with, particularly when the individual has long hair.
How To Identify Oily Scalp
Hair may be dry or greasy, according to the activity of the oil glands. Under activity of oil glands causes hair to dry while over activity can make it greasy, attracting dirt and causing other problems.
Treating Oily Scalp And Dry Hair
·Try applying and massaging the shampoo only at the scalp
·Wash your hair only every other day
·On the ‘off’ day, rinse your hair with water and apply conditioner only to ends
·Always use a cotton puff or pad when applying these products
·Brush and massage your scalp thoroughly to increase circulation to the scalp and redistributes the oils along the hair shaft
·Switch from warm to cool water after you’ve thoroughly shampooed and conditioned your hair to rinse away the product. The cool water rinse will close the pores of the scalp and slow down the oil production
Scalp Acne
Acne breakouts on the scalp can be annoying, but are easily treated the same way you would treat any other breakout. Acne develops when the hair follicle of skin gets plugged by overproduction of sebum, dead cells and become infected by bacteria.
This leads to swelling, redness and pain at the site of infection. Basically they all result in small, itchy pustules that are usually first noticed while combing or brushing of hair. Such pimples get infected in no time at all and become a major problem.
Treating Scalp Acne
·Always make sure that the hair is kept clean at all times because too much oil on the scalp can also be bad for this type of acne
·Avoid eating too many fatty foods and sugary things. Have a balanced diet: fresh fruits and vegetables. Drink enough water
·See your doctor or a dermatologist if you are worried about it
Hair Loss
Hair loss, including thinning and breaking is the most common scalp problem. Most people lose from 50 to 100 hairs per day. The average scalp contains about 100,000 hairs. Each individual hair survives for an average of 7 years, during which time it grows about half an inch a month. Usually in its fifth year, the hair falls out and is replaced within 6 months by a new one.
Healthy Diet For Healthy Hair And Scalp
·A wholesome diet – rich in silica, calcium and iron
·Green, leafy vegetables especially sea vegetables
·Eat more protein food, zinc and other nutrients
Notice this diet again.... These things were mention in the "Blue Zone" article I posted on the HL thread about people on that island living longer... So this is interesting...
So what you might think is terminal length may in fact just be a hair stall!
How To Identify Dry Scalp
At times, you can feel tightness in your scalp and a sensation that is sometimes accompanied by flakiness. Often it is a result of natural oils being stripped from your scalps by the frequent use of shampoos, hair dyes or other hair products resulting in a disturbance to the natural balance of our sebum and pH (acid mantle). If you have dry skin, it is advisable not to wash your hair too frequently; once in two days would be just fine.
Treating Dry Scalp
·Apply deep conditioning treatments, moisturizers and lotions for the scalp. Massage your scalp to stimulate circulation.
·Apply a scalp steamer, or wrap the head with warm moist towels.
·Use proper shampoo
Oily Scalp
When the oil glands in the scalp secrete excess oil, it travels down the hair shaft, causing excessive oiliness on the scalp and hair. Oily scalp conditions are often hard to deal with, particularly when the individual has long hair.
How To Identify Oily Scalp
Hair may be dry or greasy, according to the activity of the oil glands. Under activity of oil glands causes hair to dry while over activity can make it greasy, attracting dirt and causing other problems.
Treating Oily Scalp And Dry Hair
·Try applying and massaging the shampoo only at the scalp
·Wash your hair only every other day
·On the ‘off’ day, rinse your hair with water and apply conditioner only to ends
·Always use a cotton puff or pad when applying these products
·Brush and massage your scalp thoroughly to increase circulation to the scalp and redistributes the oils along the hair shaft
·Switch from warm to cool water after you’ve thoroughly shampooed and conditioned your hair to rinse away the product. The cool water rinse will close the pores of the scalp and slow down the oil production
Scalp Acne
Acne breakouts on the scalp can be annoying, but are easily treated the same way you would treat any other breakout. Acne develops when the hair follicle of skin gets plugged by overproduction of sebum, dead cells and become infected by bacteria.
This leads to swelling, redness and pain at the site of infection. Basically they all result in small, itchy pustules that are usually first noticed while combing or brushing of hair. Such pimples get infected in no time at all and become a major problem.
Treating Scalp Acne
·Always make sure that the hair is kept clean at all times because too much oil on the scalp can also be bad for this type of acne
·Avoid eating too many fatty foods and sugary things. Have a balanced diet: fresh fruits and vegetables. Drink enough water
·See your doctor or a dermatologist if you are worried about it
Hair Loss
Hair loss, including thinning and breaking is the most common scalp problem. Most people lose from 50 to 100 hairs per day. The average scalp contains about 100,000 hairs. Each individual hair survives for an average of 7 years, during which time it grows about half an inch a month. Usually in its fifth year, the hair falls out and is replaced within 6 months by a new one.
Healthy Diet For Healthy Hair And Scalp
·A wholesome diet – rich in silica, calcium and iron
·Green, leafy vegetables especially sea vegetables
·Eat more protein food, zinc and other nutrients
Notice this diet again.... These things were mention in the "Blue Zone" article I posted on the HL thread about people on that island living longer... So this is interesting...
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Candy828
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When I don't think I am getting enough of the green vegetables as I should, this is what I am using as a supplement... you mix it water or a beverage.
The supplemental facts are in the link:
http://www.vitaminshoppe.com/store/en/browse/sku_detail.jsp?id=VS-1468
Someone may be doing something similar or have come across a better product.... I'd like to know if you have...
The supplemental facts are in the link:
http://www.vitaminshoppe.com/store/en/browse/sku_detail.jsp?id=VS-1468
Someone may be doing something similar or have come across a better product.... I'd like to know if you have...
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Lucia
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Lucia, I looked at your Fotki page and I like your summer look!It looks like you took care of that hair frustration you were having! Do you like the way your curls are coming out?
Well I've been busy so I've just been PS-ing, I can't go out looking crazy and haven't even been CW as often as I'm should, I haven't had time to play around with my curls this week either. When things slow down I'll make some time for that.
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Mz.MoMo5235
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hhhmmm... i'm glad you posted that candy. i seem to have run into about with dandruff and dunno why. i also dont know what to do about it 
Candy828
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Sounds like you are a little overwhelmed at the moment...
I hope things get better for you soon!
Take care of yourself!
Candy828
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hhhmmm... i'm glad you posted that candy. i seem to have run into about with dandruff and dunno why. i also dont know what to do about it
I'd say the first step is to make sure you are rinsing all of the shampoo out of your hair, if you are using it... Soap left in the hair will cause flaking... I have experienced this in the past too. Next, the weather is changing... getting warmer so you do have to wash more frequent to keep your scalp clean... then try using some tea-tree oil in your hair juice mix...
I'd at least try these things before thinking there is a problem....just my thoughts...
Mz.MoMo5235
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i think it might be the needing to wash more often. i think my flakes are coming from an irritated scalp. i have an owie on the back of my head from where i scratched to hard, and now i keep messing with it. i think washing more often and maybe the tea-tree oil would help... or at least narrow things down. thanks for the idea
SmilingElephant
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^
^ Momo...stop being mean to that plant on your head and water it!
....
But i hope your scalp gets better.
But yeah...i like to think of hair as a plant that has to be watered and needs certain nutrients to help it grow..including a little sunshine...and maybe even a lil chit chat...once i started thinking like that early in my journey i noticed my hair REALLY started growing!
^ Momo...stop being mean to that plant on your head and water it!....But i hope your scalp gets better.
But yeah...i like to think of hair as a plant that has to be watered and needs certain nutrients to help it grow..including a little sunshine...and maybe even a lil chit chat
...once i started thinking like that early in my journey i noticed my hair REALLY started growing!
Mz.MoMo5235
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lol yeah yeah, i'll water my plant today lol
Candy828
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If anyone is interested the Texas International Hair & Trade Show is coming up in June ont the 27th and 28th. Just in case you happen to be in that area, you might be interested in stopping by. Flyer attached... more information is in the link.
From: http://www.texashairshows.com/
From: http://www.texashairshows.com/
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Mz.MoMo5235
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si i had a slight set back yall... apparently that darn skala cond did more harm than i thought
Candy828
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ok, that's it, with hair this long everyone.... no more new product experiments!
I think we can all agree on that! Let's just sick with what's been working for us all!
Mz.MoMo, nurse your scalp with a tea tree oil mixture. You'll have to wash your hair frequently to keep it as clean as you can because of the sores on your scalp. But the tea tree oil will help to heal it.... also put some vaseline over the sore(the trusted grandma approach). This will help with the irritation.
I am so sorry you have had this experience!
I think we can all agree on that! Let's just sick with what's been working for us all!Mz.MoMo, nurse your scalp with a tea tree oil mixture. You'll have to wash your hair frequently to keep it as clean as you can because of the sores on your scalp. But the tea tree oil will help to heal it.... also put some vaseline over the sore(the trusted grandma approach
). This will help with the irritation.I am so sorry you have had this experience!
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Sorry to hear about your setback, Mz.Momo. But I am certain your hair will bounce right back.
When I joined this forum last spring, it was specifically to get product recommendations, because I was dissatisfied with what I was using and tired of finding products I liked only to have them disappear from the store shelves forever soon afterward. I've pretty much been experimenting since then. And I am so glad I succumbed to the Maxiglide craze that was going on here in December. But yeah, maybe minimizing the experimentation wouldn't be a bad idea.
ok, that's it, with hair this long everyone.... no more new product experiments!
When I joined this forum last spring, it was specifically to get product recommendations, because I was dissatisfied with what I was using and tired of finding products I liked only to have them disappear from the store shelves forever soon afterward. I've pretty much been experimenting since then. And I am so glad I succumbed to the Maxiglide craze that was going on here in December. But yeah, maybe minimizing the experimentation wouldn't be a bad idea.
Candy828
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Sorry to hear about your setback, Mz.Momo. But I am certain your hair will bounce right back.
Ok... I agree with minimizing the experimentation... Because even now, with me so far away from America, I have had to try other products because of availability.. Maybe we should try venting it out here first before we try something new. That way we can understand all the pro's and con's associated with a product and try to minimize or eliminate the "Set Backs".....
Mz.MoMo5235
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ok, that's it, with hair this long everyone.... no more new product experiments!
Mz.MoMo, nurse your scalp with a tea tree oil mixture. You'll have to wash your hair frequently to keep it as clean as you can because of the sores on your scalp. But the tea tree oil will help to heal it.... also put some vaseline over the sore(the trusted grandma approach
I am so sorry you have had this experience!
i'll do that... but there's more :covereyes
i had some serious breakage and my hair has thinned down some
my hair last week
my hair today after air drying all day
Candy828
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i'll do that... but there's more :covereyes
i had some serious breakage and my hair has thinned down some
my hair last week
my hair today after air drying all day
OMG!
You are going to have to be very delicate with your hair.... DO NOT COMB your hair. Only finger combing while you are nursing your hair back to health... Also make sure you are taking your vitamins, eating right, and plenty of water... If you have access to good herbal teas...please drink them. These are just additional things that aid in repairing the body... What is good for the body is good for the hair!
Mz.MoMo5235
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OMG!
this was from finger combing... i've been finger combing for about 2 months now after i think flowerhair or celinestarr recommended it
Mz.MoMo5235
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i also made a thread about it. hopefully this will let people maybe think twice before hoping on a bandwagon like me.
i almost cried when seeing all of my hair gather in the hair catcher. it was soo much hair, i had never seen so much hair lost, not even when i was relaxed, didnt take care of my hair and ripped through it with a comb. it was terrible
i almost cried when seeing all of my hair gather in the hair catcher. it was soo much hair, i had never seen so much hair lost, not even when i was relaxed, didnt take care of my hair and ripped through it with a comb. it was terrible
Candy828
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This has happened to me once in my life.... I got a perm and it was real bad... My hair came out in clumps and sores everywhere...i thought I was going bald. I had to nurse my hair and scalp as you will have to do. My hair thinned too and I only finger combed my hair... I did not loose all my hair... The nursing and eating right, vitamins, water etc. does aide in the recovery process... Your hair will come back and thicken up again...
Now is healing and recovery time!
Group Hug....
Mz.MoMo5235
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thanks friends
i'll recover. i just have to be more careful with my choices. and i should be thankful that i didnt have a more serious setback
i'll recover. i just have to be more careful with my choices. and i should be thankful that i didnt have a more serious setback
Lucia
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i'll do that... but there's more :covereyes
i had some serious breakage and my hair has thinned down some
my hair last week
my hair today after air drying all day
Wow I'm late what did that to your hair? that's a good amount of hair, just lay off the heavy manipulation, baby your scalp an hair, low tension PS. Your hair will recover quickly :hugs:
ITA with Candy no more bandwagons after BSL it should be a Longhair law or something
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Mz.MoMo5235
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yeah... it should be a law...
i'm just going to go back to the usual the the exception of a bit more attention to my scalp. my scalp is pretty irritated still but i can feel the relief since washing.
i'm wondering if maybe i am allergic to an ingredient in skala products that caused such irritation to my scalp and maybe that's what caused the hair loss??? i should have known something was wrong. my scalp hasnt felt that itchy and got flaky like that since i was still relaxed and only washed my hair 1x per month.
i'm just going to go back to the usual the the exception of a bit more attention to my scalp. my scalp is pretty irritated still but i can feel the relief since washing.
i'm wondering if maybe i am allergic to an ingredient in skala products that caused such irritation to my scalp and maybe that's what caused the hair loss??? i should have known something was wrong. my scalp hasnt felt that itchy and got flaky like that since i was still relaxed and only washed my hair 1x per month.
jupitermoon
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Mz.MoMo5235, I'm very sorry to hear about your set back. It seems to me as if you are allergic to something. I remember using Garnier conditioner as a leave in during my transition and it itched so bad and I go a rash in my head and on the back of my neck.
I agree with Yamilee21 about not being a PJ. Just find one product that works and stick to it.
Are you sure that was breakage or shed hair? If that was breakage, then perhaps something that you are using is drying your hair out and making it brittle? Have you dyed your hair or used any other type of chemical? I would just water wash and use a cone free conditioner as a leave in for now---no shampoo, gel, or anything else. My scalp can be sensitive too, that's why I quite often just rinse my hair with water only and use leave conditioner on my hair, not my scalp.
That's why I don't jump on hair product bandwagons. The scalp and hair can sometimes be delicate so it's best to be careful with hair products. Please keep us updated.
I agree with Yamilee21 about not being a PJ. Just find one product that works and stick to it.
Are you sure that was breakage or shed hair? If that was breakage, then perhaps something that you are using is drying your hair out and making it brittle? Have you dyed your hair or used any other type of chemical? I would just water wash and use a cone free conditioner as a leave in for now---no shampoo, gel, or anything else. My scalp can be sensitive too, that's why I quite often just rinse my hair with water only and use leave conditioner on my hair, not my scalp.
That's why I don't jump on hair product bandwagons. The scalp and hair can sometimes be delicate so it's best to be careful with hair products. Please keep us updated.
jupitermoon
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I get scalp acne occasionally, mostly in the back of my head. My scalp is quite often greasy. After a week of not washing my hair, my scalp and the hair nearest to my scalp has a greasy feel. Since my hair is curly the natural oil doesn't travel down very well so the rest of my hair isn't oily though--just the hair on the scalp.
As much as I love conditioner, it breaks me out. It seems like conditioner with cones in it breaks me out the most. Since going cone free and not leaving conditioner directly on my scalp I get less scalp acne. I've also been water washing lately then using conditioner as a leave in. It's warm outside and my skin is one big oil slick. I can wash my face and it will produce oil within hours. My face actually feels and looks slippery, like I've put actual lotion/oil on it.
Sometimes when I take a tissue and blot my face, you can actually see the oil. I get back and chest acne too. Summer's kind to my hair but hard on my skin.
SmilingElephant
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Wow....im so sorry about your setback Momo
....i didnt know it was that serious girl!!
Okay i am definitely NOT hopping on the Skala bandwagon....after i read some of the products contain stuff like petrolatum...i'm not even gonna try it...i've been reading negative reviews about it as well as the rave ones.
The ONLY thing i'm going to try is the Silicon Mix deep conditioner...i've read nothing but good reviews about it...and after trying my Crece Pelo leave-in...i'm really into trying the Dominican conditioners...i LOVE that stuff
....but i'm doing my very best to stay away from cheap fillers bc they do irritate my scalp if i put them there and they don't do well on my hair.
Other than that i am only using products that are gentle on my hair besides when i texlax....i knew there was a reason why i couldn't get to the Big Lots thats 30 minutes away from me!....i'm so sorry though Momo.
....i didnt know it was that serious girl!!Okay i am definitely NOT hopping on the Skala bandwagon
....after i read some of the products contain stuff like petrolatum...i'm not even gonna try it...i've been reading negative reviews about it as well as the rave ones.The ONLY thing i'm going to try is the Silicon Mix deep conditioner...i've read nothing but good reviews about it...and after trying my Crece Pelo leave-in...i'm really into trying the Dominican conditioners...i LOVE that stuff
....but i'm doing my very best to stay away from cheap fillers bc they do irritate my scalp if i put them there and they don't do well on my hair.Other than that i am only using products that are gentle on my hair besides when i texlax....i knew there was a reason why i couldn't get to the Big Lots thats 30 minutes away from me!....i'm so sorry though Momo.
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