How often can I deep condition my hair?

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I'm still new..I've been skipping deep conditioning my hair, and I think my hair has suffered from it. I want to start deep conditioning my hair twice a week (I havent decided on what conditioner)....is that too much? Also, please recommend a good but cheap, moisturizing conditioner to use.

Thanks in advance
 
I deep condition 2 times a week very often. My hair loves it. I alternate moisture and protein.

Some cheap ones that I like are Lustrasilks Cholesterol Shea Butter or Olive oil for moisture and Aphogee Keratin for protein and moisture combined.

Sometimes I will do a pre-poo deep condition on my dry hair for one of those because it saves some time. I normally do the protein one that way and then just use a rinse conditioner after shampooing.
 
At one time I would deep condition my hair 2x per week and my hair loved it... now I have gotten lazy with it:nono:.. but I will definitely do a deep con. tonight. I only use UBH deep condition( that has a mild protein and moisturizing formula) but it isn't cheap, but I continue to use it b/c my hair loves it.:yep: I am sure there are some other less expensive deep conditioners that are just as good though. Hopefully the other ladies will chime in and shout out some more good ones!
 
I deep condition weekly
Queen Helene cholesterol for dry damaged hair is cheap and effective
It's my old faithful cond this is the one that I use
[FONT=arial, helvetica][/FONT]

Queen Helene CHOLESTEROL Hair Conditioning Cream - 2lb


[FONT=arial, helvetica]$5.30
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Quantity:

Queen Helene Super Cholesterol Hair Conditioning Cream
For Extremely Damaged Hair

Contains Choleplex

Enriched with Aloe Vera Gel and Keratin.

Strengthens, deep-conditions and revitalizes troubled hair.

2 LB (907.2 G)

Advanced formula for hair that is extremely dull, dry or damaged because of over-processing, over-bleaching or any other natural or chemical mistreatment. Contains Choleplex, our exclusive blend of Cholesterol with two special emollients that is proven to be effective in strengthening, deep-conditioning and rejuvenating troubled hair. Also enriched with natural Aloe Vera Gel and Keratin protein to soften and moisturize hair. Super Cholesterol helps prevent breakage, brittleness and split-ends... and makes hair much more manageable and responsive.

DIRECTIONS:
Shampoo hair and towel dry. Apply Super Cholesterol Cream generously to hair and scalp, make sure hair is well covered. Add a few drops of warm water and massage gently into creamy lather. May also be used with or without a heating cap. Keep on for 8 to 10 minutes, allowing conditioner to penetrate. Rinse thoroughly with warm water until all cream is washed away, then set or style as usual.[/FONT]
 
Thanks for your replies...I want to join the last session of LHCF bootcamp 2007 and I wanted my additional challenge to dc twice a week, but I wanted to make sure that would be okay before I commit to it. Thanks ladies!:grin:
 
scorpian said:
I deep condition weekly
Queen Helene cholesterol for dry damaged hair is cheap and effective
It's my old faithful cond this is the one that I use


Queen Helene CHOLESTEROL Hair Conditioning Cream - 2lb
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:yep::yep::yep: I used this for a co wash the other day and I am in :love: with the way my hair felt. And it was $4.99!
 
scorpian said:
I deep condition weekly
Queen Helene cholesterol for dry damaged hair is cheap and effective
It's my old faithful cond this is the one that I use


Queen Helene CHOLESTEROL Hair Conditioning Cream - 2lb


[FONT=arial, helvetica]$5.30
trans_1x1.gif
Quantity: [/FONT]

[FONT=arial, helvetica]Queen Helene Super Cholesterol Hair Conditioning Cream[/FONT]
[FONT=arial, helvetica]For Extremely Damaged Hair[/FONT]

[FONT=arial, helvetica]Contains Choleplex[/FONT]

[FONT=arial, helvetica]Enriched with Aloe Vera Gel and Keratin.[/FONT]

[FONT=arial, helvetica]Strengthens, deep-conditions and revitalizes troubled hair.[/FONT]

[FONT=arial, helvetica]2 LB (907.2 G)[/FONT]

[FONT=arial, helvetica]Advanced formula for hair that is extremely dull, dry or damaged because of over-processing, over-bleaching or any other natural or chemical mistreatment. Contains Choleplex, our exclusive blend of Cholesterol with two special emollients that is proven to be effective in strengthening, deep-conditioning and rejuvenating troubled hair. Also enriched with natural Aloe Vera Gel and Keratin protein to soften and moisturize hair. Super Cholesterol helps prevent breakage, brittleness and split-ends... and makes hair much more manageable and responsive.[/FONT]

[FONT=arial, helvetica]DIRECTIONS:[/FONT]
[FONT=arial, helvetica]Shampoo hair and towel dry. Apply Super Cholesterol Cream generously to hair and scalp, make sure hair is well covered. Add a few drops of warm water and massage gently into creamy lather. May also be used with or without a heating cap. Keep on for 8 to 10 minutes, allowing conditioner to penetrate. Rinse thoroughly with warm water until all cream is washed away, then set or style as usual.[/FONT]
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I've seen this before--I'm going to get some this weekend.
 
I like that conditioner - last forever.

I just don't like the way it smells. Not sweet enough for me.

I always have to follow it with a pretty smelling rinse conditioner.
 
Me - after every hair wash. Usually twice a week but lately once a week since I'm close to touch up time.

I don't have time to sit under the dryer so I just put on a cap for about an hour or until I'm ready to shower before bed.

When I do my touch ups, I do sit under the dryer to deep condition.
 
scorpian said:
I deep condition weekly
Queen Helene cholesterol for dry damaged hair is cheap and effective
It's my old faithful cond this is the one that I use


Queen Helene CHOLESTEROL Hair Conditioning Cream - 2lb


[FONT=arial, helvetica]$5.30
trans_1x1.gif
Quantity: [/FONT]

[FONT=arial, helvetica]Queen Helene Super Cholesterol Hair Conditioning Cream[/FONT]
[FONT=arial, helvetica]For Extremely Damaged Hair[/FONT]

[FONT=arial, helvetica]Contains Choleplex[/FONT]

[FONT=arial, helvetica]Enriched with Aloe Vera Gel and Keratin.[/FONT]

[FONT=arial, helvetica]Strengthens, deep-conditions and revitalizes troubled hair.[/FONT]

[FONT=arial, helvetica]2 LB (907.2 G)[/FONT]

[FONT=arial, helvetica]Advanced formula for hair that is extremely dull, dry or damaged because of over-processing, over-bleaching or any other natural or chemical mistreatment. Contains Choleplex, our exclusive blend of Cholesterol with two special emollients that is proven to be effective in strengthening, deep-conditioning and rejuvenating troubled hair. Also enriched with natural Aloe Vera Gel and Keratin protein to soften and moisturize hair. Super Cholesterol helps prevent breakage, brittleness and split-ends... and makes hair much more manageable and responsive.[/FONT]

[FONT=arial, helvetica]DIRECTIONS:[/FONT]
[FONT=arial, helvetica]Shampoo hair and towel dry. Apply Super Cholesterol Cream generously to hair and scalp, make sure hair is well covered. Add a few drops of warm water and massage gently into creamy lather. May also be used with or without a heating cap. Keep on for 8 to 10 minutes, allowing conditioner to penetrate. Rinse thoroughly with warm water until all cream is washed away, then set or style as usual.[/FONT]
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I like that conditioner myself...I'm down to my last jar now that I think about it. :look:
 
When I first began taking better care of my hair I deep conditioned 2x/week, every 3-4 days. That was for maybe 6 mos or so. Now that I am a better place with my hair I do it 1x/week for maintenance. I still wash 2x/week sometimes though. I just use a regular conditioner for 3-5 min in the shower during the week, and a DC w/heat on the weekends.

2x/week should be fine. Just keep your protein/moisture levels balanced. If you feel like your hair can't handle it anymore, 1x/week is fine too. I personally wouldn't do it more often than that for my hair. :)
 
I deep condition twice per week. I know it's really helping my hair.:yep: I can't imagine not DCing at least once per week.
 
I've been deep conditioning twice a week and my hair feels so much better for it. I've been using whatever ORS mayo or a cheapie cholesterol conditioner and adding a squirt of Elasta antibreakage serum when I need some protein.
 
I cant wait to get to the BSS to get that cholestorol...I cant wait to dc...how long are you staying under the dryer? (if you use heat)
 
hair_wit_favor said:
Thanks for your replies...I want to join the last session of LHCF bootcamp 2007 and I wanted my additional challenge to dc twice a week, but I wanted to make sure that would be okay before I commit to it. Thanks ladies!:grin:
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Lots of ladies DC twice a week with great results....Ive just never been unlazy enough to be one of them :ohwell: Ive noticed that ALOT of the features of the month wash and DC more than once a week...so I think it really does yield great results.

Welcome to Bootcamp!! :grin:
 
hair_wit_favor said:
I'm still new..I've been skipping deep conditioning my hair, and I think my hair has suffered from it. I want to start deep conditioning my hair twice a week (I havent decided on what conditioner)....is that too much? Also, please recommend a good but cheap, moisturizing conditioner to use.

Thanks in advance
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:nono: I used to sleep on deep conditioning too. Once I got back on track, my hair did a BIG turnaround. I will even do a DC with my cowashes. Your hair will thank you for it.:yep:
 
Brownie518 said:
:nono: I used to sleep on deep conditioning too. Once I got back on track, my hair did a BIG turnaround. I will even do a DC with my cowashes. Your hair will thank you for it.:yep:
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Me too. And my hair feels great afterwards. I usually DC twice per week as well. You asked for cheapie conditioners. I do like the Queen Helen's Cholesterol (one time I bought this off-brand cholesterol and it was horrible :nono:). But I usually DC with Keracare Humecto. Can't beat it. It makes my hair feel wonderful.
 
I know what you mean i use this one also once a week.:yep:

scorpian said:
I deep condition weekly
Queen Helene cholesterol for dry damaged hair is cheap and effective
It's my old faithful cond this is the one that I use


Queen Helene CHOLESTEROL Hair Conditioning Cream - 2lb


[FONT=arial, helvetica]$5.30
trans_1x1.gif
Quantity: [/FONT]

[FONT=arial, helvetica]Queen Helene Super Cholesterol Hair Conditioning Cream[/FONT]
[FONT=arial, helvetica]For Extremely Damaged Hair[/FONT]

[FONT=arial, helvetica]Contains Choleplex[/FONT]

[FONT=arial, helvetica]Enriched with Aloe Vera Gel and Keratin.[/FONT]

[FONT=arial, helvetica]Strengthens, deep-conditions and revitalizes troubled hair.[/FONT]

[FONT=arial, helvetica]2 LB (907.2 G)[/FONT]

[FONT=arial, helvetica]Advanced formula for hair that is extremely dull, dry or damaged because of over-processing, over-bleaching or any other natural or chemical mistreatment. Contains Choleplex, our exclusive blend of Cholesterol with two special emollients that is proven to be effective in strengthening, deep-conditioning and rejuvenating troubled hair. Also enriched with natural Aloe Vera Gel and Keratin protein to soften and moisturize hair. Super Cholesterol helps prevent breakage, brittleness and split-ends... and makes hair much more manageable and responsive.[/FONT]

[FONT=arial, helvetica]DIRECTIONS:[/FONT]
[FONT=arial, helvetica]Shampoo hair and towel dry. Apply Super Cholesterol Cream generously to hair and scalp, make sure hair is well covered. Add a few drops of warm water and massage gently into creamy lather. May also be used with or without a heating cap. Keep on for 8 to 10 minutes, allowing conditioner to penetrate. Rinse thoroughly with warm water until all cream is washed away, then set or style as usual.[/FONT]
Click to expand...
 
I DC with heat every time I wash-2x per week. I love Hollywood Beauty Olive Cholesterol. My hair feels like butter after.
 
How long should we sit under the dryer for a deep condition? I normally wash 2x weekly and sit under the dryer for 10min with the reconstructor and then 15-20 with the moisturizing conditioner. So is that ok for deep conditoning?
 
I would like to wash and deep condition x2 per week

My hair is natural and it hates airdrying and i don't like the way
wash n' gos look on me. I blowdry.

Any suggestions?
 
We should have attached a poll with this....I DC 1x a week FAITHFULLY, it seems as if many of you are DC'ing 2x a week and getting good results. I am going to challenge myself to do 2DC's a week until the end of the year and see if I can get any extra health or growth from the increased DCing. Thanks for starting this thread.


ETA I DC for 20-30 min with heat or 60 min w/o
 
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