I finally found a regimen that works for me!

[Amarech]

When I first joined LHCF there were so many to choose from! I have to admit I became frustrated and a little discouraged at times because I couldn't find a regimen that worked for me.

Well, after much experimentation, trial and error, I found out what is best for me and my hair.

First I have decided to start my own Christmas challenge. I call it the Christmas Cycle Challenge. Its a four week cycle of straightening my hair and leaving it curly/wavy with treatments and protective styling in between.

My regimen:

Weekly protein treatment: Paul Mitchell Strength treatment
Daily conditioning: Infusium Smooth and Sleek Conditioner
Protective Styles: Cornrows, flat twists, box braids, bantu knots.

Weeks 1-3: No heat, protective styles, protein treatments and daily conditioning

Week 4: Blow dry and flat iron straight. I use Paul Mitchell "The conditioner" (leave in) sweet almond oil (for shine and sleekness) and BioSilk silk therapy (as a finisher). End the week with protein treatment.


And let me finish by saying that sweet almond oil is AMAZING! I don't think I will ever use olive oil again. SAO is light and doesn't leave my hair as oily as olive did. And my hair is incredibly soft!

 

[NewYorkgyrl]

I have not tried Almond Oil yet. Are you using it on wet hair before you blow dry or on dry hair before you flat iron?

 

[gradygirl]

I'm so glad that you found what works for you. It makes this haircare thing so much easier doesn't it? That sounds like a very balanced and well thought out regimen that you have. I especially like how you mixed things up as far as hair styles. Now you got me thinking about mixing things up a little more with my hair styles. I bet your hair will really thrive on this regimen.

 

[Cayenne0622]

When I first joined LHCF there were so many to choose from! I have to admit I became frustrated and a little discouraged at times because I couldn't find a regimen that worked for me.

Well, after much experimentation, trial and error, I found out what is best for me and my hair.

First I have decided to start my own Christmas challenge. I call it the Christmas Cycle Challenge. Its a four week cycle of straightening my hair and leaving it curly/wavy with treatments and protective styling in between.

My regimen:

Weekly protein treatment: Paul Mitchell Strength treatment
Daily conditioning: Infusium Smooth and Sleek Conditioner
Protective Styles: Cornrows, flat twists, box braids, bantu knots.

Weeks 1-3: No heat, protective styles, protein treatments and daily conditioning

Week 4: Blow dry and flat iron straight. I use Paul Mitchell "The conditioner" (leave in) sweet almond oil (for shine and sleekness) and BioSilk silk therapy (as a finisher). End the week with protein treatment.


And let me finish by saying that sweet almond oil is AMAZING! I don't think I will ever use olive oil again. SAO is light and doesn't leave my hair as oily as olive did. And my hair is incredibly soft!

I'm so happy for you. I can't wait until I'm satisfied with a regimen. Today I went under my counter and pulled everything out and wrote down what I had. Based on what I have, I plan to come up with a improved regimen. P.S. Coconut Oil is wonderful. Its thick in the jar but as soon as you spread it in your hands, it has so much shine its like BLING!

 

[marmcdo1]

I'm happy that you have found your regimen. I am still trying to develop my own, so I'm still buying and trying something new everday. Where do you get the sweet almond oil? I am adding this to my list of things to try.

 

[remnant]

I'm glad that you find a regimen for your hair, so whatever your next goal lenght, you'll reach it finely!
I like the balance of your styles too, I'll try this kind of regimen when I'll reach my ultimate goal, now I'm on the Crown & Glory + weave challenge!