Everyday Hair...The Pretty, The Nappy, The Crazy...Post Your Hair RIGHT NOW!!!

[Funmiloves]

bajandoc86 your twist & curl are just so.....!

 

[momi]

My protective bun. Created with a 22 inch phoney pony, wrapped and pinned to perfection...

I agree - it is pinned to perfection.

 

[Leesh]

I agree - it is pinned to perfection.

Thank you momi, And you would think it takes me forever to do it...It takes all of 10 minutes, 15 the most. And most of that is brushing it into place.

 

[KurlyNinja]

Braidout for homecoming weekend

 

[pookaloo83]

Banana Clip Bun:

LOVE!!

 

[bajandoc86]

My hair was looking crazy this afternoon, I threw it up into another pinned updo, with a bang.

 

[MzSwift]

Progress Pix!!

Heat 23-Oct-10

Heat 17-Dec-11

Heat 13-Oct-12

I always feel like my isn't growing until I look at pix. Keep on snapping those pix, ladies!!

 

[MzSwift]

I spent the whole day on my hair today. The verdict: I will NOT wash loose again! I see why some ladies get frustrated with their natural hair. I will continue to wash in cornrows and celies cause it takes a fraction of the time w/less hair loss.

Anyway, on to da pix!!

Started with a Rhassoul Clay mix

I've never seen my hair loose and wet so it was interesting..texture shot

After rinsing it out in the shower, I applied my usual Hibiscus moisturizing DC mix

Still can't believe I have my hair wet and loose at the same time!!

Banded to airdry and stretch. LoL!

Taking out the bands. Here's the texture it creates.

Light flatiron to give the blowout look..the blowdryer makes my hair feel terrible so I don't use it

Ponytail

Here's a comparison:

April 2012

Today, Oct 2012

After all of that work, I felt I deserved a meal from McDonald's (don't judge me, LoL) so I put in a high bun and went on my way.

 

[WantNatural]

MzSwift - Beautiful!

 

[bajandoc86]

MzSwift You are one of my hair inspirations. Your progress is amazing!

 

[Melaninme]

MzSwift

Wonderful progress pictures! I'm with you on the blow drying thing! My hair just does not respond well after using it to dry my wet hair, so I've stopped using it dry my hair. However, I've been known to break down and use it when I'm short on time, but I've always, ALWAYS ended up regretting that choice. Haven't touched the blow dryer since January of this year and I'm going strong. Now the next step is to donate it to Good Will!

ETA: I failed to mention that I do use it to stretch dry hair with great results, so the trip to Good Will to donate is a no!

 

[WriterGirl]

Asha97 and MzSwift Thanks for letting me know I wasn't crazy because my hair HATES the hair dryer. Next time I'll try your methods.

Beautiful hair @MzSwift as always. Love that high bun.

 

[Ms. Tiki]

MzSwift I'm loving the new pics. It has really grown. I remember when we BC. Look at all that hair

 

[Garner]

MzSwift...Congratulations!!! Your progress is inspiring!!! Love your hair!!! Girl, go on and get that McDonald's meal. You deserve it.

 

[Ashawn Arraine]

MzSwift what did you band your hair with?

 

[caliscurls]

After being bunned up since wash day (Thursday) I decided to set my hair last night using steam rollers to infuse some extra moisture and smooth my hair out. I did not expect it to come out worthy of wearing. I like it so much I may just stop lurking in the Rollersetting Challenge soon and actually participate

Disclaimer..if these pics turn out sideways just remember - I know nothing

 

[Ivey14]

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[MzSwift]

@MzSwift what did you band your hair with?

Ashawn Arraine

I band with cut up nylon/stocking legs.


Thank you so much, ladies!! <3

 

[BraunSugar]

@Ashawn Arraine

I band with cut up nylon/stocking legs.


Thank you so much, ladies!! <3

MzSwift This NEVER crossed my mind! Have been using those metal free elastics & they are okay, but I wanted something better. I'm going to try this!

 

[MzSwift]

BraunSugar

You should totally try it! I got the idea from Chicoro and a few other ladies. Once I tried it, I was hooked.

I have to cut them into 3"-4" strips.

 

[MaraWithLove]

Took hair down and did a wash n' go today.

 

[westNDNbeauty]

A twist out with PBN

 

[jprayze]

Good morning!!! I'm up and Bunning

 

[tapioca_pudding]

^^jprayze your hair is just about perfect. Only flaw is that it ain't on my head.

Got bored and did some highlights. I love em so far.

 

[jprayze]

tapioca_pudding[/USER];17054805]^^@jprayze your hair is just about perfect. Only flaw is that it ain't on my head.

Got bored and did some highlights. I love em so far.

Awww Thank you! What color highlights did you get?

 

[Ashawn Arraine]

MzSwift do you use them like they use thread for the African threading technique (sorry if that is the wrong name) and they wrap it around pretty close together down the entire length of the hair?

 

[tapioca_pudding]

jprayze I did the Revlon Frost n Glow in Honey and only left them on for about 10-13 minutes so I'd get a more coppery look.. Not at all professional lol!! What about you??

 

[LucieLoo12]

just a quick up do with a bun in the back...

 

[MzSwift]

MzSwift do you use them like they use thread for the African threading technique (sorry if that is the wrong name) and they wrap it around pretty close together down the entire length of the hair?

Yes. That way gives the most stretch. But most of the time I just leave a small space in between each wrap..if that makes sense.

 

[jprayze]

tapioca_pudding[/USER];17055351] I did the Revlon Frost n Glow in Honey and only left them on for about 10-13 minutes so I'd get a more coppery look.. Not at all professional lol!! What about you??

Believe it or not, i have not used any hair color for over a year and had multiple trims since then so it's all gone. Earlier this year up until May, I was using Sun-In. The spray on stuff that makes your hair get lighter in the sun...it's peroxide and conditioners. But in an effort to make healthier hair choices, I gave it up. After repeated use, my hair was like the pic below...actually I'm a natural 2 (my mom says 1b if I put some oil on it <lol>).



Since June, I've only been using honey as a lightening agent...the fact that it is humectant sure doesn't hurt. It's part of my prepoo...honey, avocado oil, and ORS Replenishing. I keep it on at least 1 hour. With things like this you don't know exactly what color it will turn out. A couple weeks ago, I did after wash treatment for lightening plus I could eat all the Ingredients if I wanted-- honey, cinnamon, and lemon juice. And my final rinse was chamomile tea infused with rosemary. (Chamomile also has lightening effects.) so my current hair color is the result of that latest treatment...it seemed to really warm up my color.