How Many Times are you DCing per week?

[talata]

Hi Ladies, I'm still in the trail and error stage of my hair journey and I'm trying to figure this out.

How often do you typically DC per week?

I just got a new hooded dryer a a couple of weeks ago and I think I'm getting too "DC Happy". I find myself DCing 3-4 times a week - alternating between Protein and Moisture treatments.

Is there such a thing as too Much DCing?

 

[Ericka]

I must say that I haven't DC in about a month or two. I'm not proud of it, but ever since I've been co-washing twice a week I haven't had the need to DC. My hair still comes out so soft when I do blow dry and flat iron. I guess after the summer months are over I'll go back to DC.

 

[tiffers]

I usually dc twice a week, sometimes three. There was a time when I dc'd every other day with no problems. I think as long as you're staying on top of the moisture/protein balance, there shouldn't be a problem

 

[twinkletoes17]

I deep condition twice a week: one day with my moisture (Keracare Humecto) and the other with protein (Cathy Howse's UBH Formula)

3-4 times a week might be a little excessive lol. I know that for both protein and moisture you need them only once a week.

If you're alternating, then I doubt you're seeing any negatives to it. But if you dc that much with just moisture, your hair gets soft and mushy-like. With protein, it gets hard and stiff.

If your hair is really damaged and you see breakage, you can continue, but once you start noticing it's healthier, reduce 1-2 times a week. That's what I did

 

[talata]

I must say that I haven't DC in about a month or two. I'm not proud of it, but ever since I've been co-washing twice a week I haven't had the need to DC. My hair still comes out so soft when I do blow dry and flat iron. I guess after the summer months are over I'll go back to DC.

Really... I wouldn't have guessed cos your hair looks so lovely. I guess it goes to show co-washing really makes a difference too.

 

[talata]

I usually dc twice a week, sometimes three. There was a time when I dc'd every other day with no problems. I think as long as you're staying on top of the moisture/protein balance, there shouldn't be a problem

Thanks Tiffers, you're always soo helpful. May i ask why you stopped DCing every other day since you had no problems? Or was it simply becoming too much work?

 

[Mrs. Verde]

I DC 3xs per week, but I am in the DC challenge. For me it's fine. However, I don't do protein only moisture. I use protein very sparingly, maybe once every 6 weeks.

 

[tiffers]

Thanks Tiffers, you're always soo helpful. May i ask why you stopped DCing every other day since you had no problems? Or was it simply becoming too much work?

Aw, thanks!

I stopped dc'ing every other day, cause it got tiring (and HOT!) It seemed like I always had bag on my head!

 

[fluffylocks]

2-4x a month.

 

[talata]

Aw, thanks!

I stopped dc'ing every other day, cause it got tiring (and HOT!) It seemed like I always had bag on my head!

Oh yeah! Seeming like u always have a bag on your head is right, alright.

 

[scorpian]

Weekly...................

 

[TLC1020]

Deep condition w/heat under the dryer once a week..

 

[JustKiya]

I try to do twice a week, usually overnight, because I'm lazy.

 

[Determined22]

I usually dc twice a week, sometimes three. There was a time when I dc'd every other day with no problems. I think as long as you're staying on top of the moisture/protein balance, there shouldn't be a problem

Ditto, especially at the bolded.

I generally do some type of DC everytime water hits my hair, so at least 3 times a week.

 

[Caramela]

I don't DC that often. I co-wash everyday, and that really keeps my moisture level up. I know I am the odd ball here, but I only DC immediately after a relaxer.

 

[chebaby]

normally its once a week but this past week i deep conditioned twoce over night and once with heat.

 

[prospurr4]

Like Caramela, I don't DC that often either, and I only co-wash once per week. I do protein and moisturizing DC treatments every 8 weeks, following my relaxer touchup. I never use heat while DCing. I know, I'm unusual.

 

[sugaplum]

I DC 2-3 times per week with Aveda Dry Remedy Conditioner or the Aveda Hair Masque.

 

[anon123]

Can you define deep conditioning? What counts? I think people have different definitions. Depending on the definition I either never do it or I do it 1 times every 1-2 weeks.

 

[lilsparkle825]

twice a week with kenra mc or lustrasilk (moisture only; no breakage noticed). i am also in the DC challenge and i love what it has done for my hair.

 

[wheezy807]

I usually dc twice a week, sometimes three. There was a time when I dc'd every other day with no problems. I think as long as you're staying on top of the moisture/protein balance, there shouldn't be a problem

ITA. DC'ing is very beneficial. I only dc once a week but that because i only shampoo once a week, too. So typically i dc with every poo.

 

[Chromia]

ITA. DC'ing is very beneficial. I only dc once a week but that because i only shampoo once a week, too. So typically i dc with every poo.

Same here. I shampoo and DC once a week.

 

[Lavendar]

I DC with every poo...twice a week.

 

[talata]

I deep condition twice a week: one day with my moisture (Keracare Humecto) and the other with protein (Cathy Howse's UBH Formula)

3-4 times a week might be a little excessive lol. I know that for both protein and moisture you need them only once a week.

If you're alternating, then I doubt you're seeing any negatives to it. But if you dc that much with just moisture, your hair gets soft and mushy-like. With protein, it gets hard and stiff.

If your hair is really damaged and you see breakage, you can continue, but once you start noticing it's healthier, reduce 1-2 times a week. That's what I did

Hmmm, I guess I may have to consider that. My hair is currently quite badly behaved so I guess I'll try to stick to 3 times @ the most for now. I'll try...

 

[myronnie]

Once..my hair gets greasy with more Dc'ing.

 

[morehairplease]

I am deep conditioning 2-3 per week b/c my hair is super dry it seems.

 

[HoneyA]

DC when I wash so 2x a week.

 

[Rapunzel*]

once a week with ors replenishing pack.
i co-wash during the week every other day or 2 times during the week and 2 on the weekend

 

[GoingNatural]

every couple of months...

 

[smoothie696]

I use to only DC once a week under the dyer. But now that I have a heating cap I DC 2 to 3 times a week. I guess I jus love feeling the heat on my scalp. Its kind of therapeutic.