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[Youngchica]

I only use the Aveda DR as a conditioning treatment that I just put on for a few minutes after shampooing. I don't notice any difference from deep conditioning (or conditioning) otherwise, either.

Thank goodness I'm not alone.

 

[LABETT]

It definitely works to deep condition with heat. Before I knew better many years ago, I used to just put the conditioner on damp hair and let set for a few minutes, then rinse.

I have definitely noticed a difference in DC'ing with heat vs. without heat. My only problem is that I hate sitting under a hot hooded dryer for extended periods of time.

Since I am natural, I conditioner wash my hair leaving a bit of conditioner on my hair to further protect it during the week.

Girl,Get yourself one of those Mastex Heating cap and it gets hot just like a dryer and heat your hold head and not just the top.
This heating cap last a long time and you can deep conditioned while on the computer and its easy and very convienient.

 

[half.cadence]

I've been using Silk Elements Megasilk Moisture Treatment and my hair is still very dry . I moisturize everyday or every other day. Mannn I moisturize my hair so much.

I hate this product it made my hair feel super dry too. And ORS..it does nothing for me either. I agree with those that say its the way you apply it and whether or not you use heat. I DC on dry hair with heat...I currently use Giovanni Smooth as Silk deeper moisture and its really worked for me as far as keeping my hair nice and supple after it dries..

 

[BostonMaria]

Youngchica, what shampoo are you using?
I'm wondering if its the shampoo drying your hair so much. Do you ever co-wash? Maybe you should consider it or at least do that for a week to see if your hair feels better.

Certain shampoos strip my hair's moisture to the point where it feels like sand. I bought a bar of African Black Soap and it took me all day to get my hairs moisture back.

 

[chebaby]

what you should try is deep conditioning overnight on dry hair with a moisturizing conditioner. a conditioner with no protein. you should also add coconut oil to the conditioner before using. then in the morning shampoo with a moisturizing shampoo and do a quickie conditioning with something like aussie deeeeeeeeeep conditioner.

 

[ShaniKeys]

DCing is my weekly fix

 

[Youngchica]

Youngchica, what shampoo are you using?
I'm wondering if its the shampoo drying your hair so much. Do you ever co-wash? Maybe you should consider it or at least do that for a week to see if your hair feels better.

Certain shampoos strip my hair's moisture to the point where it feels like sand. I bought a bar of African Black Soap and it took me all day to get my hairs moisture back.

I love your hair. Anyway, I use shampoo bars and I've tried co-washing but it made my hair feel coated and heavy, ew

 

[gymfreak336]

Not everyone needs super long conditioning. Do what your hair likes.

 

[BostonMaria]

I love your hair. Anyway, I use shampoo bars and I've tried co-washing but it made my hair feel coated and heavy, ew

Thank you!
I bought the shampoo bar on Friday and by Saturday morning it was in the garbage Certain shampoos just don't agree with my hair.

 

[mahogany_horizons]

Or you can try DC'ing on dry hair. I do this method and it work wonders for me and no jumping in and out the shower.

it aborbs even better on dry hair!! only pain about this is that for me, even when i rinse really well sometimes it promotes buildup and because I have a sensitive scalp this is a no no.

 

[luxe.li.]

HOW TO PROPERLY DEEP CONDITION:

Surprisingly, a lot of people do not know how to deep condition their hair properly. They say that they are applying the conditioner weekly but still suffer from dry hair and tangles. This note will provide you with the information your need to achieve soft, silky, manageable hair through proper deep conditioning.
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Step One: Squeeze out Excess Moisture

After shampooing, use your hands to squeeze excess water from the hair. Using a towel, gently press out any remaining moisture. Refrain from rubbing, twisting or squeezing the towel around the hair. Your hair is extremely delicate when wet and rubbing the hair vigorously will only rough up the cuticle and damage the hair shaft. Look for towels with a smooth side as the tiny hooks in most towels may grab onto hair strands and pull them out.

Step Two: Apply Conditioner
Using your fingers, part the hair and apply conditioner from the top of the head to the bottom of the strands. If your scalp is easily irritated or if you go longer than 4 days between washing, avoid getting conditioner on the scalp. Some conditioner will leave a film which will irritate the scalp or cause the hair to smell after a few days. The only exception is a medicated conditioner which is intended to condition and remain on the scalp.
Use a wide tooth comb to distribute the product throughout the hair.


Step Three: Cover with a Plastic Cap

http://healthytextures.typepad.com/.shared/image.html?/photos/uncategorized/2007/07/01/bld057288.jpg Twist the hair up and secure with a plastic clip. Avoid clips with sharp teeth or bobby pins, which will break wet fragile hair. I use a butterfly clip available at most drugstores. Cover with a thin plastic cap or saran wrap. Deep condition with heat under a hood dryer for 20 minutes.


Alternative Deep Conditioning Methods

If you don’t have a hood dryer, there are a couple things you can do. One is to soak a hand towel in hot waterand use it to cover your hair. Then, place a plastic cap over the wet towel to retain the heat.
Or, you can cover your hair with the plastic cap and then cover the cap with a dry towel placed in the dryer for a few minutes.
Lastly, if you don’t want to mess up any hot towels, you can put your conditioner in a bowl and pour hot water on top to make it nice and warm. Make sure the conditioner is not too hot for your scalp by testing it on your arm. Apply the warmed conditioner to your hair and cover with a plastic cap.

Step Four : Rinse and Style

After conditioning for 20 minutes, rinse out the product. If you wish to avoid getting back into the shower, you can rinse in the tub or over the sink. Just make sure you rinse thoroughly. I prefer just getting back into the shower as rinsing in the tub or over the sink has always produced a lot of tangles but it is your personal preference!
After rinsing, squeeze out the water using your hands and cover with a plastic cap. Proceed to style. Your hair should feel silky soft and manageable.

Thanks for posting this. The method I miss is the hot towel, or the warm conidtioner part. Imma do it tonight!!

 

[topnotch1010]

I HATE DCing too! I didn't see any major differences either, until yesterday! I used the Hairveda Sitrinillah (sp?) DC and sealed it with CoCasta oil, got under the dryer for 15 min, went to workout for 2 hrs, then washed it out. My hair felt so gooooooooooooooodddd!! That is my new Saturday routine!

 

[SlantedEyezMiss2003]

Deep Conditioning? I really don't like it, it does nothing for my hair. I've tried so many deep conditioners and they all do the same thing for me, nothing.
Am I alone?

Girl you are not alone, I don't like deep conditioning, but I'm giving the deep conditioning on dry hair a try and if I don't like that then I'm going to stop and just do my ole school washing without deep conditioning, I think your hair will grow and be healthy whether you deep condition or not, I haven't deep condition until last sat, and my hair still grew, and barely broke off. For a moment I felt guilty cuz everyone else was deep conditioning but me, so I never told anyone.....but you are not alone.

 

[prospurr4]

Well, I wouldn't say that I don't like it...I just don't do it very often. I DC 4 times a year (after texlax touchuup) and that's it.

 

[HoneyDew]

I don't think I can say I like it or dislike it.

I have found ways to make it work for me where it is not too bothersome or time consuming. But of course sometimes I don't feel like it.

Honestly, it has become a natural part of my routine and I see the benefits of it, which makes me fear skipping the step.

I don't look forward to doing my henna treatments and relaxing though. Henna can be a pain, and relaxing just scares me each time - but I still do both.

 

[hopeful]

Hmm that's interesting, I've never tried that before. Wow thanks

You're welcome, let me know how it goes. If I don't do a combo like I described deep conditioning is not nearly as affective. Good luck.

 

[Youngchica]

Girl you are not alone, I don't like deep conditioning, but I'm giving the deep conditioning on dry hair a try and if I don't like that then I'm going to stop and just do my ole school washing without deep conditioning, I think your hair will grow and be healthy whether you deep condition or not, I haven't deep condition until last sat, and my hair still grew, and barely broke off. For a moment I felt guilty cuz everyone else was deep conditioning but me, so I never told anyone.....but you are not alone.

Ahh it's good to know that I'm not alone. On saturday i just shampooed my hair then conditioned it, applied some moisturizer, sprayed aphogee then ponytail rollersetted it. My hair came out fineeee and it was super soft too.

 

[gn1g]

my hair was super dry at one time. The issue was using products with too many cones!

My fix:
Ors aloe chelating poo
Aphoghee 2 min
Kenera Moist con.

 

[Leeda.the.Paladin]

Deep conditioning has probably saved my hair. I love the way it looks and feels afterwards. So I guess my answer is no

 

[alexei]

I still haven't found a dc that does it for me. I am currently using ORS pak, aphogee 2 min reconstructor, and ORS deep conditioner.
Although Aphogee 2 min. is helping with the breakage. Moisture? Nada. Dry as chips.

 

[vkb247]

I wonder if you are clarifying to often, using a conditioner with cones (that would cause a coated feeling from cowashing), and if you have tried any natural dc's like the caramel treatment.

I used to dc a lot when I was starting out but now I don't feel like I need to do it on a regular basis (I don't even dc after retouches). When I do dc it is always on dry hair and 98% of the time it is also without heat.

I think how your hair feels after drying is more important than how it feels after dcing.