Hi Ladies! I have been reading through this thread and this seems like the place to be! I said that I wasn’t going to join anymore challenges because I really want to commit to the ones I am already in, but I need to get an inch every month so here I am! I need to not only get an inch a month, but keep it as well. I say that because I was getting an inch each month last year using MTG, MSM, & vitamin. The problem was retention. While I did retain growth, I also lost length due to dryness & breakage. So this year I am also focusing on low manipulation and keeping my hair moisturized to maximize my retention.
Measurements:
Last time I measured, my hair ranges from 12-16 inches. So I have different lengths all over, but I’m aiming for BSL by the end of April.
Hair type:
4sum, natural, regular density…I guess
Growth rate:
I never paid attention before using growth aids, but I’m pretty sure it was not above average
What I am doing to get an inch a month:
~exercise daily
~drinking lots of water
~vitamin
~sulfur
~oil rinses
~low manipulation
~moisture
~only flatiron 3x this year (for length checks).
Regimen:
Keep my hair in braids or twist for the whole year. I will take my braids/twist down once a month to remove sheds, wash, condish & re-braid/twist. While my hair is in braids I will cowash, DC, M&S, and baggy.
Biggest challenge: Dryness and breakage. Being consistent with vitamins. Having patients.
I currently have twist in my hair, but I will be taking them out this week. I will be back to post my starting pic. Thanks for having me HHJ