GROW YOUR HAIR LONG WITH DEEP CONDITIONING CHALLENGE 2008 - PART 2

[JustKiya]

I'm doing a clarifying DC tonight - I'm debating whether to leave it in overnight or not.... I can tell, already though, that my hair is MUCH happier.

Thanks for this challenge, Aggie!

 

[Silver]

Sigh
I had to put braids in, my sister and mom were complaining about me washing so often (just started like twice a week). I won't be able to deep condition until I take these out at the end of the month. My mom also used up the camera batteries so I have no starter pics.

 

[JustKiya]

Sigh
I had to put braids in, my sister and mom were complaining about me washing so often (just started like twice a week). I won't be able to deep condition until I take these out at the end of the month. My mom also used up the camera batteries so I have no starter pics.

You can - and should - DC in braids. Just because your hair is braided up doesn't mean that your hair underneath suddenly doesn't need moisture anymore.

Water down your usual DC a little, and work it into your hair/braids - then rinse out, as usual.

And as far as your sister and mom complaining - it's your hair, not theirs. If they are fussing about the bathroom time, switch things up and handle your hair in your room - don't let them distract you from what you know is good for your hair.

HHG!

 

[Silver]

You can - and should - DC in braids. Just because your hair is braided up doesn't mean that your hair underneath suddenly doesn't need moisture anymore.

Water down your usual DC a little, and work it into your hair/braids - then rinse out, as usual.

And as far as your sister and mom complaining - it's your hair, not theirs. If they are fussing about the bathroom time, switch things up and handle your hair in your room - don't let them distract you from what you know is good for your hair.

HHG!

Thanks! I'm not sure about DC in braids I know I should but my hair is natural and will go poof (and I use cheap braiding hair). But the handling my hair in my room thing is a great option for me. I might just bring a basin of water in my room next time they complain about the bathroom. Really I never thought about doing my hair in my room.

 

[DivaD04]

I order mine online through www.lotioncrafter.com. I also order a few other things on that site like honeyquat and aloe vera gel - great site, check it out.

great, thank you

 

[Aggie]

Thanks! I'm not sure about DC in braids I know I should but my hair is natural and will go poof (and I use cheap braiding hair). But the handling my hair in my room thing is a great option for me. I might just bring a basin of water in my room next time they complain about the bathroom. Really I never thought about doing my hair in my room.

Silver, go out and purchase a natural sponge and sponge diluted DC in your scalp and hair - that's what I do when I wear my braids. While the Dc is in your hair, you can still cover with a plastic cap for 30 minutes under a dryer or simply keep it in without heat and wash out after about an hour.

 

[Rapunzel2B]

I am under my bonnet dryer right now. I am doing my usual DC on dry hair with Keracare Humecto and I plan to do an oil rinse with Jojoba oil. I will add my leave-in after rinsing and pin up and air dry. I am currently 8 weeks and 5 days post and my hair is loving the DC's. I DC'd Sunday, Wednesday and today. My next DC will be on Tuesday.

 

[oooop2]

Just finished DCing after my henna treatment.

 

[Rapunzel2B]

I tried to post my starting picture but for some reason it is not working. Oh well I will try again and eventually get it figured out.

 

[morehairplease]

Silver, go out and purchase a natural sponge and sponge diluted DC in your scalp and hair - that's what I do when I wear my braids. While the Dc is in your hair, you can still cover with a plastic cap for 30 minutes under a dryer or simply keep it in without heat and wash out after about an hour.

thanks for sharing this! I have always wondered how to actually dc in braids. When I wore braids I did not dc and you could tell once I took the braids out.

 

[Healthb4Length]

Ok I DC'ed last night with Shescentit's Fortifying Mask. OMG my hair is so soft and moisturized and bouncy!! That stuff is the best I tell ya!!!! SweetCashew has a customer for life!!! Did I mention that my hair was so moist afterwards that I didn't have to add any other moisturizers? Yeah it's that good! I used a little Nairobi Setting Lotion and slapped in some Curlformers and I have a nice hair do. My hair smells so good and it is so bouncy!!

 

[princessnad]

DCd with yogurt and maple syrup and other natural stuff on thursday.

 

[jaded_faerie]

I'd like to join this challenge!

DC'ing right now with Biolage

 

[Aggie]

Just finished DCing after my henna treatment.

Your hair is beautiful oooop2. Very thick. I will be henna-ing this week-end too.

 

[Aggie]

thanks for sharing this! I have always wondered how to actually dc in braids. When I wore braids I did not dc and you could tell once I took the braids out.

I know. I just took my braids out last night and I had no difficulty getting them out.

 

[Aggie]

I'd like to join this challenge!

DC'ing right now with Biolage

Welcome JF.

ETA: I am DC-ing overnight baggy-style with Queen Helene Cholesterol conditioning cream. My henna treatment is being released overnight as well. I will be applying the henna to my hair in the morning and DC-ing again tomorrow.

 

[Mrs. Verde]

DC'ing as I type with a new dominican product. Too lazy to get up and to get the name.

 

[lilsparkle825]

ok i've been lurking in this thread a few days...went and bought some stuff today so i'm officially in (trying it through the end of august anyway).

i just DC'd with cantu shea butter repair creme or something like that...it was between that and the pantene mask at wal-mart b/c the BSS's were all closed by the time i made it out the house tonight and there was more in this jar for the same price (i have 3 heads in this house to take care of!)...seems ok so far but i spiked it with EVOO just because. has anyone used this? the search feature is acting up so i can't find any reviews although i THINK i remember seeing one the other day...

 

[michaela]

Small set back Ladies im on pause of all challenges right Now
im focusing more on the health of my hair than the length
right now i really want to find what works best for me!
i wish u all luck on this Challenge but i will be back next month or so maybe

 

[MissFallon]

I am down for this. I have been stuck at the same spot for a while and hopefully this challenge will help me. I am going to be alternating between Motions CPR, Pantene R&N mask, and Lustrasilk Cholesterol. I am going to try to DC atleast 2x a week.

 

[oooop2]

Your hair is beautiful oooop2. Very thick. I will be henna-ing this week-end too.

Thanks so much for the compliment

 

[Aggie]

ok i've been lurking in this thread a few days...went and bought some stuff today so i'm officially in (trying it through the end of august anyway).

i just DC'd with cantu shea butter repair creme or something like that...it was between that and the pantene mask at wal-mart b/c the BSS's were all closed by the time i made it out the house tonight and there was more in this jar for the same price (i have 3 heads in this house to take care of!)...seems ok so far but i spiked it with EVOO just because. has anyone used this? the search feature is acting up so i can't find any reviews although i THINK i remember seeing one the other day...

Hey lilsparkle, many of the ladies complain about their hair getting really crunchy using the Cantu, I believe it's because it has protein in it. If it is the leave-in one, I only use it for rollersetting and nothing else. It leaves my hair too stiff and lifeless.

 

[Aggie]

Small set back Ladies im on pause of all challenges right Now
im focusing more on the health of my hair than the length
right now i really want to find what works best for me!
i wish u all luck on this Challenge but i will be back next month or so maybe

We're sorry to hear you have to go missprincess. I just moved you from the challenge, let us know when you are ready to return, okay? Good luck finding what works for your hair.

 

[The Sweetest B]

Hi tycoles, I am making a new recommendation on the Elasta QP DPR 11 and that is to chuck it. I think that either the formula has changed in that conditioner or something else is horribly wrong with it. Many ladies are not getting good results with it. I find that when I use it with a hot oil rinse then add the Elasta QP DPR 11, then put it on my hair, it works a lot better this way. Perhaps try this method first and if it still doesn't work, then chuck it.

I am so glad I came here this morning. I was wondering about Elasta QP DPR 11. I picked upsome because of all the reviews and it was in Sistaslick's articles as a recommendation. I used it but was not to thrill, did not see what all the rave was about. I decided to give it another try, this time I mixed in 1/4 cup of honey and a 1/4 cup of evoo to one cup of DPR still not feeling the results. I guess I will have to run out and pick up something else to DC with today. I am not really in this challenge since I was not sure that I could wash more than once a week with my schedule. I did manage to squeeze in a wash on Thursday. Got to find a great moisturing DC. ORS was so so for me as well and that has protien. I think my protein may be okay for now but I may need to focus on more moisture for now as my hair is a little dry and I am knocking on 8 wks post attempting to do my first strecth.

 

[Mandy4610]

I am loving this challenge. So far it is working quite good with my schedule. I love sitting under the dryer and studing, killing two birds with one stone, its pefect. I just need a better dryer. My table top one gets a little uncomfortable at times. I desperately need a pibbs, especially now that my Twa is growing out and I am DCing more often.
Thanks Aggie, for starting this challenge.

 

[Aggie]

I am loving this challenge. So far it is working quite good with my schedule. I love sitting under the dryer and studing, killing two birds with one stone, its pefect. I just need a better dryer. My table top one gets a little uncomfortable at times. I desperately need a pibbs, especially now that my Twa is growing out and I am DCing more often.
Thanks Aggie, for starting this challenge.[/quote]

You're welcomed honey. I love DC-ing my hair too. I did an overnight DC last night and now I have some henna in my hair. I will keep it in for about 2 more hours, wash out then get dressed to go out for the evening. My niece is celebrating her B-Day today.

 

[Tarae]

Last night I used Ion Intensive Therapy for 15 minutes, followed by Silk Elements for about 30 minutes.

So far, my hair is feeling pretty good

 

[MissTical]

Hey ya'll this is my 1 May starting pic air dried after dc'ing overnight... I know it's a little late, but forgive me I'm a newbie:blondboob.

Friday night I DC'd with Kera Care Humecto overnight and rinsed and air dried Sat morning. I'm currently 22 weeks post... will an oil rinse help to relax my ng, also should I do an oil rinse anyway after dc'ing overnight?

 

[Mrs. Verde]

Hey ya'll this is my 1 May starting pic air dried after dc'ing overnight... I know it's a little late, but forgive me I'm a newbie:blondboob.

Friday night I DC'd with Kera Care Humecto overnight and rinsed and air dried Sat morning. I'm currently 22 weeks post... will an oil rinse help to relax my ng, also should I do an oil rinse anyway after dc'ing overnight?

I have read a couple of threads about lime juice and coconut milk loosening NG. You should check them out.

 

[moni_kerr]

Did another DC yesterday..and I'm about to rinse it out now!