Full & Healthy Crown & Edges Challenge 2012

[faithVA]

I am doing so well with my daily treatment of my edges and crown. I didn't think I had it in me.

I will add the new ladies to the challenger list tonight this week. I am a little behind for whatever reason.

 

[fivetimestwo]

I would like to join...my edges (and my entire scalp to be honest ) need serious help
To Join Share with us (Required)
1. Describe the current state of your crown and/or edges.
Right now my edges are noticeably thin. I very rarely pull my hair back but I did the other day and almost burst into tears. see below.

2. What is your initial plan to start restoring these areas?
I just recently bought some JBCO and I will be massaging this on my edges nightly. I'll also be using my sulfur mix (infused with black tea and coffee to help prevent shedding), I'll also be doing tea rinses weekly. I plan on getting some vitamins such as nioxin or hairfinity (haven't decided which yet). I already take a multi, zinc and iron but apparently that's not keeping hair on my head
3. What products do you plan on using?
see above
4. These areas need to be loved regularly. How often will you check in with us?
at least weekly, sometimes more often
5. Are you willing to commit to yourself and to support your fellow LHCF sisters?
Absolutely!
Optional
1. What questions do you have?
Why me??
How's my "plan" look? Should I omit anything? Add something?
2. What tips do you have for your fellow challengers?
I'm trying to learn from my fellow challengers
3. Starting Picture. I know some are sensitive about showing problem areas. If you don’t feel comfortable sharing a picture, please make sure you at least take 1 for future reference for comparison.

 

[CurlsBazillion]

I'm nervous to join because my crown area has some major issues.
1. Describe the current state of your crown and/or edges. I suffered a chemical burn to my crown almost two years ago and my scalp did not bounce back like I thought it would. I'm worried enough to see a dermatologist because some areas still feel as if it didn't heal at all. I have a lot of thin strands coming in for the most part tho.
2. What is your initial plan to start restoring these areas? I have an appointment with a dermatologist next month. Continue regular oil massages but with a better oil and keep area clean of any leave in products except massage oil.
3. What products do you plan on using? My plan as of now is a few essential oils (rosemary, basil, and neem) mixed with Emu oil and/or Castor Oil.
4. These areas need to be loved regularly. How often will you check in with us? more than likely bi weekly or less because of school.
5. Are you willing to commit to yourself and to support your fellow LHCF sisters? I am fully commited. I am tired of not being able to wear my hair like I want to whenever I wear it out. The comb over is getting old.

First pic is my crown and the second and third pic is how I hide it when I'm not wearing wigs.

ETA: this video inspired to use emu oil and not give up. http://youtu.be/4YXjQh7VuEA I'm optimistic now, between help from a dermatologist and emu oil I might have me some hair up there lol.

 

[sheanu]

Just checking in!
I've been oiling my scalp after every wash with my castor and EO mixture, the night before wash day with coconut oil and the morning of wash day with MT. Is this too much? So far I've been seeing a little progress but I'll keep you ladies posted.

I'd love to have edges like some of you all are starting out with though lol. Can't wait to see the progress!

 

[sheanu]

Ok @Ronnieaj, you are laughing at me and I don't know why I'm going to be mad when I figure it out. I think oooh, you just wait

I put the cold AVG on my head because I was ready to go to bed. It was still cold when I got up this morning. Put some more on my head. My scalp feels so much better.

I think before I start my weekly wash routine I will start mixing AVG and oil and giving myself a scalp massage.

I noticed that a lot of the ladies are using avg. Is that because it soothes and helps to regrow the hair or is there some other explanation?

 

[faithVA]

I noticed that a lot of the ladies are using avg. Is that because it soothes and helps to regrow the hair or is there some other explanation?

Hopefully, more ladies will answer.

But I use it because it soothes my scalp especially during these dry months. But as I am using it, I am also noticing that it softens my hair so when doing scalp massages my hair isn't breaking so much.

 

[faithVA]

I would like to join...my edges (and my entire scalp to be honest ) need serious help
To Join Share with us (Required)
1. Describe the current state of your crown and/or edges.
Right now my edges are noticeably thin. I very rarely pull my hair back but I did the other day and almost burst into tears. see below.

2. What is your initial plan to start restoring these areas?
I just recently bought some JBCO and I will be massaging this on my edges nightly. I'll also be using my sulfur mix (infused with black tea and coffee to help prevent shedding), I'll also be doing tea rinses weekly. I plan on getting some vitamins such as nioxin or hairfinity (haven't decided which yet). I already take a multi, zinc and iron but apparently that's not keeping hair on my head
3. What products do you plan on using?
see above
4. These areas need to be loved regularly. How often will you check in with us?
at least weekly, sometimes more often
5. Are you willing to commit to yourself and to support your fellow LHCF sisters?
Absolutely!
Optional
1. What questions do you have?
Why me??
How's my "plan" look? Should I omit anything? Add something?
2. What tips do you have for your fellow challengers?
I'm trying to learn from my fellow challengers
3. Starting Picture. I know some are sensitive about showing problem areas. If you don’t feel comfortable sharing a picture, please make sure you at least take 1 for future reference for comparison.

Welcome fivetimestwo. The products in your plan look fine. I would just encourage not trying to do too many things at once and to stick with each thing for at least 60 days to see what results you have.

Others have had good results thickening up their edges, so let's believe you will as well.

 

[faithVA]

I'm nervous to join because my crown area has some major issues.
1. Describe the current state of your crown and/or edges. I suffered a chemical burn to my crown almost two years ago and my scalp did not bounce back like I thought it would. I'm worried enough to see a dermatologist because some areas still feel as if it didn't heal at all. I have a lot of thin strands coming in for the most part tho.
2. What is your initial plan to start restoring these areas? I have an appointment with a dermatologist next month. Continue regular oil massages but with a better oil and keep area clean of any leave in products except massage oil.
3. What products do you plan on using? My plan as of now is a few essential oils (rosemary, basil, and neem) mixed with Emu oil and/or Castor Oil.
4. These areas need to be loved regularly. How often will you check in with us? more than likely bi weekly or less because of school.
5. Are you willing to commit to yourself and to support your fellow LHCF sisters? I am fully commited. I am tired of not being able to wear my hair like I want to whenever I wear it out. The comb over is getting old.

First pic is my crown and the second and third pic is how I hide it when I'm not wearing wigs.

ETA: this video inspired to use emu oil and not give up. http://youtu.be/4YXjQh7VuEA I'm optimistic now, between help from a dermatologist and emu oil I might have me some hair up there lol.

Welcome DayDreamist, I am sorry that you experienced the severe chemical burn. But hopefully you will see some progress through this challenge. I believe that my crown issues are due to chemical burns as well but over a long period of time.

Look forward to learning from and sharing with you.

 

[faithVA]

@faithVA
Could we include nape? Is that stepping on toes? Can nape be considered the edge of your neck? I have issues there because of tying my cotton scarf there.
My edges are coming back after my summer affair with ecostyler and elastic headbands. My edges don't want to be tamed.


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Hey HanaKuroi, I'm sorry I've been slacking at keeping up. Yes Nape can be included. It actually doesn't matter to me what part it is. If its thinning, not growing its eligible or causing an issue its eligible

 

[LilMissRed]

oooooo!!!! Holding this spot.. I'll come back later to answer questions... I need this challenge for my crown area desperately!

ETA:
1. Describe the current state of your crown and/or edges.
my crown area is horrid because of seborrheic dermatitis erplexed some days are better than others-right now Im having a breakout
2. What is your initial plan to start restoring these areas? pampering of my scalp-no scratching!
3. What products do you plan on using? tea tree oil and anything else I can find to help ease my itch/sores. I had been using sulpher mixed w/castor oil, but its on hold right now until I can tame these sores/itches
4.How often will you check in with us? monthly unless I notice some dramatic progress
5. Are you willing to commit to yourself and to support your fellow LHCF sisters?but of course! it's only right

Optional
1. What questions do you have? any suggestions on what I can use for my scalp condition thats not too costly??
2. What tips do you have for your fellow challengers? sorry none.. I'm at a loss thats why Im here
3. Starting Picture.

 

[prettybyrd]

I've decided to try and finish the Parnevu T-Tree Herbal Grow before moving on to my JBCO. I like the tingles! Maybe I'll add some t-tree oil to my JBCO once this is used up.

 

[Carrie A]

Another thing I've realized is that the temple and edges on the side that I sleep on are thinner than the opposite side.

 

[gforceroy]

Another thing I've realized is that the temple and edges on the side that I sleep on are thinner than the opposite side.

Me too...

 

[MsDes]

To Join Share with us (Required)
1. Describe the current state of your crown and/or edges. My edges are thin, I think from relaxers. I'm transitioning now. 5 months post.
2. What is your initial plan to start restoring these areas? Going natural I think will restore them, and massages
3. What products do you plan on using?I will be using Gro Aut Oil and maybe Castor oil. I will also be taking a mutivitamin, msm, biotin, and a hair, skin, and nails vitamin. Plus I will drink lots of water.
4. These areas need to be loved regularly. How often will you check in with us? At least a few times a week
5. Are you willing to commit to yourself and to support your fellow LHCF sisters? Yup

Optional
1. What questions do you have? What is the difference between regular castor oil and JBCO? I use Home Health kind
2. What tips do you have for your fellow challengers? I need the tips...lol
3. Starting Picture. I know some are sensitive about showing problem areas. If you don’t feel comfortable sharing a picture, please make sure you at least take 1 for future reference for comparison. I will post one soon

 

[sheanu]

Hopefully, more ladies will answer.

But I use it because it soothes my scalp especially during these dry months. But as I am using it, I am also noticing that it softens my hair so when doing scalp massages my hair isn't breaking so much.

Yes I was using it because it keeps my hair soft but I was just checking to see if there was some other benefit I wasn't aware of

 

[faithVA]

To Join Share with us (Required)
1. Describe the current state of your crown and/or edges. My edges are thin, I think from relaxers. I'm transitioning now. 5 months post.
2. What is your initial plan to start restoring these areas? Going natural I think will restore them, and massages
3. What products do you plan on using?I will be using Gro Aut Oil and maybe Castor oil. I will also be taking a mutivitamin, msm, biotin, and a hair, skin, and nails vitamin. Plus I will drink lots of water.
4. These areas need to be loved regularly. How often will you check in with us? At least a few times a week
5. Are you willing to commit to yourself and to support your fellow LHCF sisters? Yup

Optional
1. What questions do you have? What is the difference between regular castor oil and JBCO? I use Home Health kind
2. What tips do you have for your fellow challengers? I need the tips...lol
3. Starting Picture. I know some are sensitive about showing problem areas. If you don’t feel comfortable sharing a picture, please make sure you at least take 1 for future reference for comparison. I will post one soon

Welcome to the challenge MsDes. You will find more information about JBCO in previous posts in this thread. Someone asked the question earlier.

 

[discodumpling]

I'm in!
1. Describe the current state of your crown and/or edges: Thin, fragile but getting healthier each day!
2. What is your initial plan to start restoring these areas: E/O therapy, physical stimulation through exercise and massage.
3. What products do you plan on using: E/O oil blend + sulpher. Antifungal therapy as needed throughout the year. Ayurvedic powders.
4. These areas need to be loved regularly. How often will you check in with us: I'll say hey when the thread gets *bumped*
5. Are you willing to commit to yourself and to support your fellow LHCF sisters: Yes! Get Ladies!!


This pic is from September 2011:

I'll take another in a couple of weeks for the official start of this challenge!

This is the truth 12/30/2011:

...& this is a huge improvement from what it looked and felt like for MOST of 2011. That whole area was an angry, tight, red, balding mess! It really made the twists in the middle of my head look pathetic! And forget about wearing any style with a part down the middle

Thankfully my comb-over skills are adequate!

 

[ElizaBlue]

@ElizaBlue and @ladysaraii - I know neem is anti-bacterial and anti fungal, but I didn't know it helps with hair growth, does it?

In terms of the smell, lavender and rosemary is good at covering it up (I've used it on my skin that way).

It is also suppose to help with grays and shedding.

 

[ElizaBlue]

@ElizaBlue, where do you purchase the Mahabhringaraj Oil?

My Indian friend brought it back from his mom in SC. But he told me he found it here in Houston at Keemat grocers. I'm sure you could find it online.

 

[faithVA]

My twists look good but I checked out my crown and I still need to have the hair fill in more to wear my twists comfortably. I can tell no matter how long my twists get, I won't be able to wear my hair loose with the hair thin in that area.

I will post my starting pic after Christmas so I can get your feedback on how my crown looks.

I would love to wear twist like others and just look like I have a full head of hair.

 

[ida2]

To Join Share with us (Required)
1. Describe the current state of your crown and/or edges.

They're short and nonexisting

2. What is your initial plan to start restoring these areas?

Stepping up my protein and moisture balance. Low to no manipulation.

3. What products do you plan on using?
The usual: qb aohc, ssi fhm, ssi bbc and other natural brands, and my steamer

4. These areas need to be loved regularly.

How often will you check in with us? Weekly I'm on here every day.

5. Are you willing to commit to yourself and to support your fellow LHCF sisters?
Yes

Optional
1. What questions do you have?

None at the moment
2. What tips do you have for your fellow challengers?

None this is my first challenge

 

[reeko43]

ladysaraii
, thanks so much for the info. I ordered and received my oil. Orders so other goodies as well!

 

[AKA-Tude]

I want to join!

Save me a spot!!!

Be back with answers in a bit...

 

[IslandDiva08]

To Join Share with us (Required)
1. Describe the current state of your crown and/or edges. Edges are slowly filling back in/growing back in some areas

2. What is your initial plan to start restoring these areas?
To keep things as simply as possible, products and routine wise….
Wash, condition, and steam my hair on wash days
Moisturize every other day
My hair lost was link to my iron deficiency……… so my number one priority is maintaining a healthy lifestyle by eating right and exercising regularly.

3. What products do you plan on using? Hairwise- I will be usingDIY butters and infuse oils ( pre-poo and scalp treatment), Yes to Carrot Conditioner, DIY Clay Hair Wash and terressentials mud wash, Still looking for a moisturizing leaving-in conditioner.

4. These areas need to be loved regularly. How often will you check in with us? I will check in as often as I can.

5. Are you willing to commit to yourself and to support your fellow LHCF sisters? Yes

 

[faithVA]

IslandDiva08[/USER];14878075]To Join Share with us (Required)
1. Describe the current state of your crown and/or edges. Edges are slowly filling back in/growing back in some areas

2. What is your initial plan to start restoring these areas?
To keep things as simply as possible, products and routine wise….
Wash, condition, and steam my hair on wash days
Moisturize every other day
My hair lost was link to my iron deficiency……… so my number one priority is maintaining a healthy lifestyle by eating right and exercising regularly.

3. What products do you plan on using? Hairwise- I will be usingDIY butters and infuse oils ( pre-poo and scalp treatment), Yes to Carrot Conditioner, DIY Clay Hair Wash and terressentials mud wash, Still looking for a moisturizing leaving-in conditioner.

4. These areas need to be loved regularly. How often will you check in with us? I will check in as often as I can.

5. Are you willing to commit to yourself and to support your fellow LHCF sisters? Yes

Welcome... um, just observing some stuff. Did you notice how your question 5 got real small You trying to tell us something

 

[IslandDiva08]

Welcome... um, just observing some stuff. Did you notice how your question 5 got real small You trying to tell us something

faithVAGirl, I didn't even notice it until your comment...........

 

[Miniaturemom]

I'm definitely in!

To Join Share with us (Required)
1. Describe the current state of your crown and/or edges.
My crown is thick and growing nicely (which wasn’t always the case. Wet bunning helped a lot!)
It tends to dry out, so I make sure to moisturize and finger-detangle/ massage it regularly.
My edges…. Oy! I’ve had the patch on the left since a 1994 self-relaxing incident! I feel like I’ve seen some recent progress with oiling, though.
I’ve recently experienced some thinning on the right side. I‘m not sure of the cause…
2. What is your initial plan to start restoring these areas?
I’m currently using CoCasta Shikakai hair oil to massage my edges, but not consistently enough to see definitive results, yet.
3. What products do you plan on using?
I’ll finish my sample of CoCasta Shikakai hair oil and make a batch of the essential oil growth blend.
4. These areas need to be loved regularly. How often will you check in with us?
I’ll take pics and try to check in with my results monthly.
5. Are you willing to commit to yourself and to support your fellow LHCF sisters?
I’ll check in weekly to/ for support.

Optional
1. What questions do you have?
I use satin scarves at night. Is it ok that they are tight on my edges? If not, what are my options?
2. What tips do you have for your fellow challengers?
Go slow, figure out what works for you and be consistent.
3. Starting Picture. I know some are sensitive about showing problem areas. If you don’t feel comfortable sharing a picture, please make sure you at least take 1 for future reference for comparison.
I’ll take some but posting gives me issues, so if I can get it to work, I’ll post.

Edited: spelling.

 

[sheanu]

I don't know anything about ayurvedic paste. But perhaps as the challenge goes on, there may be some discussion on this.

I'll definitely be researching this in a month or 2. Right now I have to wash with prescription Nizoral 3X a week but after that I'm eliminating shampoos in favor of ayurvedic powders with my cowashes. There is an ayurvedic challenge going on somewhere though (I'm just reading through all the posts now so I hope no one else already commented!)

 

[SimJam]

1. Describe the current state of your crown and/or edges.

I’ve always had issues with my crown, when relaxed it would grow but then break off at the demarcation line. After going natural I realized the hair there is like 4 z n. its wiry very very coarse and still break off

My edges and nape are jacked because I pull my hair out when Im stressed. they are actually growing in now

2. What is your initial plan to start restoring these areas?

Im using megatek and trying to keep my hands out my hair


3. These areas need to be loved regularly. How often will you check in with us?
at least once a week.

4. Are you willing to commit to yourself and to support your fellow LHCF sisters?

Absolutely.
I want to be able to wear puffs and not be self conscious abt my edges/nape. I want to be able to wear straight styles and make buns and such … nether one looks cute with jacked up edges and nape

Ive taken pics for my personal use but have never posted the real damage Ive done to my edges and nape.

My Questions

1. does anyone have suggestions as to how I can stop pulling my ahir out ... I feel I may need professional help

2. Does anyone know how to put links to the challenges in my siggy. I know there was a functionality where you could type in waht you want the link to say (instead of showing the whole long address)

 

[SimJam]

Ok i just took my pics, but Im ashamed to show all of them. So Imma show what I feel comfortable showing.

the ones I didnt show are the left and right edges not brushed in ... looks worse than Jo-Ann from TypeF

I couldnt get a goo picture of my crown, but I did measure itand its 5 inches long (3 -4 inches shorter than the rest of my hair)

hopefully at the end of the challenge when my edges dont look so jacked I'll be able to post the before pictures

what really pisses me off is that I did this to my hair, its not like I had in braids and had my edges snatched out, I literally pulled my hair out from these areas, sometimes from the root but most times I pull, tug and twirl at the area untill the ends break off