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

Aggie said:
An official welcome to the challenge shortyluv. Have fun with it. I don't have any right now but I love ORS mayo myself and I can't replenish this month because I'm in the Buy Nothing for July challenge. I love the way it's curbing my PJism:yep:.
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Well, you can live vicariously through me cuz - I will be buying some this week :yep:. I think my hair misses that stuff. Gym has mentally pj pushed me to try the ORS Replenishing...
 
MonaLisa said:
Well, you can live vicariously through me cuz - I will be buying some this week :yep:. I think my hair misses that stuff. Gym has mentally pj pushed me to try the ORS Replenishing...
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This is a good reminder for me that I have to replenish this when the Buy Nothing challenge is over. Thanks Mona.
 
Im joining this challenge!!

I actually though I joined but I didn't, so I have been doing this challenge for about two weeks now. I use Ojon restorative treatment and some cholestrol. I want to use up my cholestrol so that I can go back to Dominican conditioners (Miss Key 10 en 1) I condition using the steam method twice per week. Hopefully my October (I am giving myself 3 months) I will see good growth
 
cutiebe2 said:
Im joining this challenge!!

I actually though I joined but I didn't, so I have been doing this challenge for about two weeks now. I use Ojon restorative treatment and some cholestrol. I want to use up my cholestrol so that I can go back to Dominican conditioners (Miss Key 10 en 1) I condition using the steam method twice per week. Hopefully my October (I am giving myself 3 months) I will see good growth
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Hi cutiebe2 and an official welcome to the challenge. Question, how is the steam DCs coming along? Do you have a steamer or do you use SJ's at home steam method? I want to do it more often than once per month but I can't handle getting my hands burned from the towels everytime I try the at home treatments. I want to invest in a steamer but it's not a wise financial choice for me right now.
 
I finally used that Humectress sample on Saturday. I won't be purchasing it. It did a decent enough job but it made my head itch badly.

I wonder if I'm allergic to something in it. After rinsing forever, only tea tree oil eased the itching a bit.
 
Aggie said:
Hi cutiebe2 and an official welcome to the challenge. Question, how is the steam DCs coming along? Do you have a steamer or do you use SJ's at home steam method? I want to do it more often than once per month but I can't handle getting my hands burned from the towels everytime I try the at home treatments. I want to invest in a steamer but it's not a wise financial choice for me right now.
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Are you using the cleaning gloves too, Aggie? I put my (nicely folded) towels in a glass bread pan with hot water in it, and nuke them for a couple of minutes. Then I pour the water out, and give each towel a wring, instantly drop into the sink. Wait a second and give it a second twist, drop into sink. That's usually enough, and I can then unfold it (holding the corners) wait a second for some of the steam to roll off, and then put it on my head.... and it's not bad at all....
 
Aggie said:
Okay since JK chimed in on the difference between chelating and clarifying, I will make some recommendations for you to use. For clarifying/chelating, I use Mizani Puriphying Intense Cleansing Shampoo which removes residue AND polluting elements from the hair and scalp. I also use Mizani Phormula-7 Neutralizing Shampoo for chelating my hair and Elucence clarifying shampoo. Now I know many ladies here use ORS Aloe Detox Shampoo I think it's called for clarifying their hair.

Other clarifying poo you can look into are:

Kenra Clarifying Shampoo
Pantene Pro-V Purity Shampoo
Nexxus Aloe Rid Shampoo
RESOLVE Chelating Shampoo from JOICO
Suave Shampoos (entire line)
V05 Shampoos (entire line)
Shampoo Three by Paul Mitchell
Aveda Detox Shampoo
Elucence Moisture Acidifying Shampoo
Oiudad Water Works Shampoo
Artec Texturline Daily Clarifying Shampoo
Nexxus-Phyto Organics Kelate Purifying Shampoo and believe it or not
Infusium 23 Moisturizing Shampoo.

There are many others but I'm sure you can find one among these you can use immediately. I guess you couild finish up your Keracare moisturizing oil and remember to clarify about once or twice a month and then switch to something that does not have mineral oil in it. I use BB Oil Moisturizing Hair Lotion with Castor Oil, Mane and Tail Olive oil and carrot oil in the jar but they still have cones so I still have to clarify often.

Also I got my water filter from http://www.showerx.com/sphioudemahe.html and the one in the pic is the exact one I have and I even bought the replacement cartridge as well Here is an article you might want to look into before you make your decision http://home.roadrunner.com/~reviewguy/shower_filter_test_results.html. I read the article before making a my choice on which filter I wanted and I recommend that you do the same:yep:.

More info on Clarifying your hair can be found here http://www.associatedcontent.com/ar..._or_breakage_understanding.html?page=4&cat=69. Read and learn to take great care of your tresses honey and it will thank you for it by being long, strong and healthy:yep:.
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Wow Aggie!
I didn't expect this!!! You are soooo helpful. This is what this Board is about!:angel: like you and JK.

Thanks,

B2B
 
JustKiya said:
:yep: If you have hard water, you HAVE to chelate. Clarifying just gets rid of the product buildup. Chelating gets rid of the mineral buildup from your hard water - without getting rid of both (regularly, and more so now since you are getting your hair wet more often, now), you aren't fully 'cleaning' off your hair.
I don't know any brands off of the top of my head, but I'm sure some of the other ladies will chime in......
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JK thanks :littleang,

This info.... I believe maybe the problem. I hate to buy more products.... I was wondering if I can use ACV and BS? (for Chelating)
B2B
 
JustKiya said:
Are you using the cleaning gloves too, Aggie? I put my (nicely folded) towels in a glass bread pan with hot water in it, and nuke them for a couple of minutes. Then I pour the water out, and give each towel a wring, instantly drop into the sink. Wait a second and give it a second twist, drop into sink. That's usually enough, and I can then unfold it (holding the corners) wait a second for some of the steam to roll off, and then put it on my head.... and it's not bad at all....
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Oooh thanks Jk. I will try this wringing method in the sink. That should work.
 
Blessed2bless said:
JK thanks :littleang,

This info.... I believe maybe the problem. I hate to buy more products.... I was wondering if I can use ACV and BS? (for Chelating)
B2B
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You're more than welcome! It's all about passing the knowledge along, right? ;)

Nope and nope. :nono:

ACV cleans, does not clarify.
BS mostly clarifies - product buildup only, and some of the more stubborn silicones it can't touch.
The only 'home' thing I know of that is supposed to chelate is citric acid, but I just saw a passing reference to that.
 
JustKiya said:
You're more than welcome! It's all about passing the knowledge along, right? ;)

Nope and nope. :nono:

ACV cleans, does not clarify.
BS mostly clarifies - product buildup only, and some of the more stubborn silicones it can't touch.
The only 'home' thing I know of that is supposed to chelate is citric acid, but I just saw a passing reference to that.
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This is correct JK. I have the recipe and information on Citri Acid in my fotki. Hold a sec, let me get it now.

Here it is:

My Citric Acid & Apple Cider Vinegar Recipes Jun 6, 2008 CITRIC ACID CONDITIONER RINSE

To make the conditioner rinse, just add a 1/4 teaspoon of Citric Acid to 32 oz of warm filtered or bottled water & shake. For long hair use a quart or more. It takes a while to get used to washing with such watery conditioner, but it really works, and is all natural!

This conditioner corrects the pH of the hair, add shine, it acts like a chelator that removes hard water deposits and minerals from the hair, and normalizes it naturally without chemical or commercial shampoos. Citric acid is also antibacterial and adds shine and body to hair. The acidity is what adds the shine by smoothing the cuticle.

The ability of citric acid to bond with other minerals can make it helpful in softening water. Soaps and laundry detergents can be more effective when they contain citric acid. It can work well in shampoos because it tends to remove excess minerals from the water. Yet, sometimes a high concentration of citric acid can damage hair, since it opens hair cuticles. It can strip the hair of needed minerals and bleach it. Make the final rinse with cold water to close the hairs cuticles back up.

I purchase my Citric Acid from www.fromnaturewithlove.com.
 
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Blessed2bless said:
JK thanks :littleang,

This info.... I believe maybe the problem. I hate to buy more products.... I was wondering if I can use ACV and BS? (for Chelating)
B2B
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Nope, acv and bs will cleanse your hair, but not chelate it. Your best bet would be to get ORS Creamy Aloe from Walmart, CVS, Walgreens, etc.

It'll be well worth the money, trust me :yep:
 
tiffers said:
Nope, acv and bs will cleanse your hair, but not chelate it. Your best bet would be to get ORS Creamy Aloe from Walmart, CVS, Walgreens, etc.

It'll be well worth the money, trust me :yep:
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Aggie said:
This is correct JK. I have the recipe and information on Citri Acid in my fotki. Hold a sec, let me get it now.

Here it is:

My Citric Acid & Apple Cider Vinegar Recipes Jun 6, 2008 CITRIC ACID CONDITIONER RINSE

To make the conditioner rinse, just add a 1/4 teaspoon of Citric Acid to 32 oz of warm filtered or bottled water & shake. For long hair use a quart or more. It takes a while to get used to washing with such watery conditioner, but it really works, and is all natural!

This conditioner corrects the pH of the hair, add shine, it acts like a chelator that removes hard water deposits and minerals from the hair, and normalizes it naturally without chemical or commercial shampoos. Citric acid is also antibacterial and adds shine and body to hair. The acidity is what adds the shine by smoothing the cuticle.

The ability of citric acid to bond with other minerals can make it helpful in softening water. Soaps and laundry detergents can be more effective when they contain citric acid. It can work well in shampoos because it tends to remove excess minerals from the water. Yet, sometimes a high concentration of citric acid can damage hair, since it opens hair cuticles. It can strip the hair of needed minerals and bleach it. Make the final rinse with cold water to close the hairs cuticles back up.

I purchase my Citric Acid from [URL="http://www.fromnaturewithlove.com."]www.fromnaturewithlove.com.[/URL]
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You guys stop it.:lachen: I am in the buy nothing for the month of July challenge. Darn:wallbash::wallbash:

::OK, Citric acid & ORS Creamy Aloe being added to wish list::
 
rhapsdyblu said:
You guys stop it.:lachen: I am in the buy nothing for the month of July challenge. Darn:wallbash::wallbash:

::OK, Citric acid & ORS Creamy Aloe being added to wish list::
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:giggle:

We are just giving you a chance to shop around and find the best prices!

I've gotten citric acid much cheaper from Lotioncrafters.com, by the by. ;)
 
Checking in - shikai shampoo and ORS deep conditioning tx used overnight. When I wash it out my hair is like silk!!! It is also very shiny - shinier than when I use the Dominican Wheatgerm conditioner! woah!!
 
wow, this challenge is huge. There are a lot of people on that list. I love deep conditioning under the dryer. The hair feels so silky and soft afterwards.
 
co wash/ deep conditioning

I am new to this forum, but I am trying co-washing once a day/every other day, can I still deep condition twice a week or is that too much? should I just choose one method?
 
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cassedy94 said:
I am new to this forum, but I am trying co-washing once a day/every other day, can I still deep condition twice a week or is that too much? should I just choose one method?
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Your hair will tell you if it's too much - if your hair starts feeling super soft/mushy, or it starts stretching excessively, then DC'ing + cowashing might be too much.

Try it, and see, and remember - your hair is ALWAYS the best guide. :yep:
 
Re: co wash/ deep conditioning

cassedy94 said:
I am new to this forum, but I am trying co-washing once a day/every other day, can I still deep condition twice a week or is that too much? should I just choose one method?
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My hair is relaxed and I was doing this for a few weeks and my hair got too soft so I had to reduce the co-washing to once sometimes twice a week only. If you are natural, your hair mif=ght be able to handle the extra moisture but mine couldn't. I do however, want to keep up with my 2 DCs a week. My hair loves deep conditioning. By the way, you're welcomed to join if you like.
 
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