Hip–Tailbone Length (HL–TBL) 2014 Challenge!

Angel of the North said:
Giving my hair some TLC for today's wash day (this has been going on for hours and still isn't over) :lol:. I mixed up a pre-poo with half a bottle of DR Organics manuka honey protein conditioner, Roux PC, carrot oil, avocado oil and HOT 6 oil I'm in love, my hair was so soft it felt like butter, detangled with such ease and hardly any hair loss, I loved it so much I mixed up the other half :grin:

I'm DCing with protein, I will follow this with a moisture DC for an hour and then cover with oil to seal for another hour. I'll be air drying in my signature braided bun.
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Is it odd that reading this just made me excited for my next wash day
 
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Washed my hair on Friday, it feels great! After my macadamia mask is done, I will be using something with more protein.
 
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Got tired of those horrible cornrows and decided to just band the back of my hair instead. This will make it much easier for me on wash-day anyway :) :grin:
 

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Re: Hip Length (HL) 2014 Challenge!

I wont be on here (personal life issues) again after my subscription runs out (this year), so I am going to have to drop out of this challenge. I still plan on making it to HL in 2014, I just won't be able to participate (adding photos, etc.). Good luck to you all.
 
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just bought an applicator bottle so I can put oil on my scalp. It's so dry:ohwell:

Also thinking of buying from Belle Butters until my ingredients for my own whipped shea butter comes :yawn:
 
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I can't take a good picture of my hair for the life of me...but I'm 2-3 inches from waist length. But unfortunately I really feel like I need to cut a good 2 inches!

My goal for this year is to get my hair to a full and healthy waist length, I think I should be able to achieve that if I stay on track with my reggie and keep my ends trimmed. I'm really hoping that I make HL by 2014 but I don't want to get there with thin scraggly ends!
 
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Though I really do love how the phyto relaxer doesn't smell like relaxer, it's no lye and it makes my hair dry as a desert. It's been about 5 weeks and I've finally seemed to have gotten my hair back in check. :nono: no bueno, I don't think this can be my regular relaxer :ohwell:
 
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Hi Ladies,

I found this site 2 weeks ago and officially joined today. I think this challenge is the best one for me because it will give me time to learn as I grow. Below is my information:

Necessary Details :

- Current length + hair type: APL Relaxed + 4

- Regimen: MONTHLY = Dust with the moon; ONCE A WEEK = Wash (CON), cowash (Suave Coconut), 30 minute Low Heat Pre-Poo DC (ORS Replenishing & EVOO), Aphogee 2 Min. Reconstructor, 1 hour baggying, air dry; EVERY OTHER DAY = M&S (Scurl & Hot 6 Oil); DAILY = PS (buns), sleep in satin scarf and bonnet, take Mineral Rich & prenatal vitamins.

- Plans to get to HL: Maintain hair regimen, stretch relaxers, eat healthier, and exercise.

- HL goal date: December 31, 2014

- Plans once HL is achieved: Pursue my ultimate goal...TBL!
 
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Welcome to the challenge and LHCF, trclemons!

MsJamerican, I'm sorry you cannot continue to participate, I hope everything works out for you irl and that you reach your goal for HL for 2014. Thanks for joining.
 
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bebezazueta said:
Almost to a new year ladies

How far are you from HL?

What are your trimming plans?

I'll start. I'm 6 inches away from HL! I plan to trim with every relaxer & I relax 4 times a year. I should have really blunt ends at HL by December 2014. Excited!
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How far are you from HL? I'm new to this, but if I am correctly measuring where HL is, I am about 10 inches away.


What are your trimming plans? I'm dusting once a month with the moon. I had to hijack my haircare when I kept noticing the steady decline of the condition of my hair. So I started my HHJ on January 25, 2013 and discovered severely damaged ends that I am gradually dusting away. I'm just too chicken to trim it all at once.
 
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I'm in, I'm in!! :yep:

- Current length + hair type: BSL, 4a/b relaxed

- Regimen:

  • Wash and deep condition on the weekend
  • Co-wash once a week
  • Stretch relaxers 12+ weeks
  • Moisturize and/or seal daily
  • Protein treatments, HOT, and clarify as needed (about monthly)
- Plans to get to HL Aside from following my hair regimen above, I plan to continue working out, eating healthy and taking vits daily. My main protective styles are buns and ponytails. Halfwigs in the mix too. Keeping heat and sulfates to a minimum (once a month). Manipulation (combing) also kept to a minimum - only on wash day.

- HL goal date December 2014

- Plans once HL is achieved enjoy it to the max...straighten it, style it, wear it down more often. But I genuinely don't like hair in my face when at work or exercising so I wouldn't be surprised if I continue to bun well after I reach my length goal. I would maintain the length with regular trims.
 
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AlliCat said:
I'm in, I'm in!! :yep:

- Current length + hair type: BSL, 4a/b relaxed

- Regimen:

  • Wash and deep condition on the weekend
  • Co-wash once a week
  • Stretch relaxers 12+ weeks
  • Moisturize and/or seal daily
  • Protein treatments, HOT, and clarify as needed (about monthly)
- Plans to get to HL Aside from following my hair regimen above, I plan to continue working out, eating healthy and taking vits daily. My main protective styles are buns and ponytails. Halfwigs in the mix too. Keeping heat and sulfates to a minimum (once a month). Manipulation (combing) also kept to a minimum - only on wash day.

- HL goal date December 2014

- Plans once HL is achieved enjoy it to the max...straighten it, style it, wear it down more often. But I genuinely don't like hair in my face when at work or exercising so I wouldn't be surprised if I continue to bun well after I reach my length goal. I would maintain the length with regular trims.
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Welcome, and good luck!

can I ask what is HOT?
 
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I just past my 4yr anniversary this past Dec/Jan and I plan to pay more attention to moisture this yr. I started with co washing more like my old schedule of everyday and if I don't to spray it with aloe vera and vitamin E with a little water mix then using Hairveda whipped creme as my moisturizer.
 
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I stuck with the no direct heat goal but I kinda fell off the deep conditioning wagon :-( Im very excited to straighten my hair in March, as I only get to do it every 3 months but its all for a god cause! Hip Length here I come!

I do have a general question. Where would I add in a hot oil treatment in my regimen?
 
LimitedEdition said:
I stuck with the no direct heat goal but I kinda fell off the deep conditioning wagon :-( Im very excited to straighten my hair in March, as I only get to do it every 3 months but its all for a god cause! Hip Length here I come!

I do have a general question. Where would I add in a hot oil treatment in my regimen?
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LimitedEdition you could do a HOT prior to your wash or even overnight.
 
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Hey ladies!

I have decided to go back to the reggie that got me 1 inch faithfully every month. I ordered all my supplies last week and I will be ordering one of those length check tshirts this week.

To reach my final goal of TL, I need 18.5 inches of hair. If I can get .75inches every month, then I will get 16.5 inches by December 2014. My plan is to wear conrows, however I see fit until then. I will wear them 4 weeks at a time. I keep mine up really well. I have ordered all my stuff in bulk, so I am good to go for a few months. I plan taking pics every month to track my progress.

Let's get it ladies!!!!!!!!
 
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Lovingmywaves12 said:
Hey ladies!

I have decided to go back to the reggie that got me 1 inch faithfully every month. I ordered all my supplies last week and I will be ordering one of those length check tshirts this week.

To reach my final goal of TL, I need 18.5 inches of hair. If I can get .75inches every month, then I will get 16.5 inches by December 2014. My plan is to wear conrows, however I see fit until then. I will wear them 4 weeks at a time. I keep mine up really well. I have ordered all my stuff in bulk, so I am good to go for a few months. I plan taking pics every month to track my progress.

Let's get it ladies!!!!!!!!
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Lovingmywaves12
What reggie got you 1 inch of retention per month faithfully? What products do you use, how big are the cornrows?
 
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Lovingmywaves12 said:
Hey ladies!

I have decided to go back to the reggie that got me 1 inch faithfully every month. I ordered all my supplies last week and I will be ordering one of those length check tshirts this week.

To reach my final goal of TL, I need 18.5 inches of hair. If I can get .75inches every month, then I will get 16.5 inches by December 2014. My plan is to wear conrows, however I see fit until then. I will wear them 4 weeks at a time. I keep mine up really well. I have ordered all my stuff in bulk, so I am good to go for a few months. I plan taking pics every month to track my progress.

Let's get it ladies!!!!!!!!
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Lovingmywaves12: Where r u ordering your length check t-shirt from?
 
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Seamonster said:
@Lovingmywaves12
What reggie got you 1 inch of retention per month faithfully? What products do you use, how big are the cornrows?
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Seamonster,

I had to go back to the KISS method. I mix equal amounts of MT & JBCO in an applicator bottle and apply to my scalp every night. Then I GHE while I am sleeping. Take Hairfinity once a day.

The end. LOL.

My hair THRIVES in moisture, so the more it has, the more it grows. My conrows were kind of small. That's how I am able to keep them in so long without looking a mess. I also keep my hair tied up. I work from home and I am not trying to impress anyone, so my scarf stays on.

That's about it. Sorry it's not more dramatic.
 
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trclemons said:
@Lovingmywaves12: Where r u ordering your length check t-shirt from?
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trclemons,

Im still looking around. I am finding it hard to believe that ppl wanna charge $20 for a tshirt with some lines on it. Hell a pack of wife beaters is like $8 from Walmart/Target/Kmart...

I know I sound cheap and I probably shouldn't, but geez ppl!

So I guess I am going with this one: http://justgrowalready.spreadshirt.com/basic-length-check-tank-A10987196/customize/color/142

Im going to get the Fuchsia one and keep it moving. It is a couple bucks cheaper than the others that i have seen.

Ordered!

I'm hoping to have all my supplies by the end of next week so I can start promptly on March first. I also plan to redye my hair so I can see the growth when I get them redone every month.

Im supposed to get braided up on Saturday. I'm going to look through all my stuff and see if I have any leftovers, so I can start when I get braided this week. I am hoping for lots of deliveries this week.

I will post a starting pic on Friday when I wash and such.

HHG ladies!!!
 
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