Keep getting split ends. HALP

[GraceJones]

This thread reminds me of the old days when people would come with helpful info. I have to read and come back later to add what I know...

Off the top of my head, I just wanted to side eye the boar bristle brush. If they are too stiff, I think that they'd rip your strands. I've come across a soft boar bristle once, but I think that the bristles are still stiff. But maybe it was synthetic, because I think it was less than $10 even though it was a mini brush. A goat hair brush is super soft, but I'm not sure if it would be too soft for smoothing out your hair...?

I know some people mentioned getting a proper trim, but that wouldn't help if you are dealing with keyhole splits. What you need is lots of moisture consistently. (And a good diet.)

As for the silk bonnet/scarf, is it actually silk or satin. And if it's satin, is it silk-like satin or the rough polyester stuff that I see at the black beauty supply stores? I find that real silk makes my hair feel different over time vs satin.

Will come back later and read through...I might have more to add.

Yes! I've actually stopped posting on this side because when I would ask questions folks would barely respond...
I'm glad that's changed!

Maybe the boar bristles are too stiff. I got it from the BSS. Do you have recommendations for goat hair brushes?

Yes, I have midshaft holes in my hair as well. I do weight training, do I do track my calories in terms of protein, fats, and carbs. I also take iron vitamins for my anemia. My doctor says my levels are much better.

I've had this scarf since I was about 10 years old, but I'm pretty sure I got it from the BSS. Do you have any recommendations for a scarf/pillowcase? I typically don't wear bonnets

 

[Chicoro]

ENOUGH! I say.​

Let's cease this dithering about and continue posting and building this MAGNIFICENT, informative thread, reminiscent of the old days which was the reason SO MANY of us joined this board!



Shall I proceed? YES, indeed! And the rest of ya'll too.

Thanks for getting this thread started @GraceJones !

Night night from across the pond!

 

[Lute]

I usually wear my hair in a bun and then twist synthetic hair over it to make my bun look bigger. Hate to say that I'm not comfortable wearing my natural hair without length (working on it). Do you have any neat, stylish hair styles that you can suggest for me? I'm open to change because I want to see progress.

@GraceJones sorry for the late response. I normally have my hair in twists and minibraids/braids (with my own hair) and pull it back in the bun. I'm plane jane type of gal and I keep it very simple and I adorn my hair with the gold tube thingies to make it pretty.

Maybe its time to go in that route at your own mileage. Since I know your still trying to get used to your own hair.

 

[GraceJones]

ENOUGH! I say.​

Let's cease this dithering about and continue posting and building this MAGNIFICENT, informative thread, reminiscent of the old days which was the reason SO MANY of us joined this board!



Shall I proceed? YES, indeed! And the rest of ya'll too.

Thanks for getting this thread started @GraceJones !

Night night from across the pond!

Nuff said

@GraceJones sorry for the late response. I normally have my hair in twists and minibraids/braids (with my own hair) and pull it back in the bun. I'm plane jane type of gal and I keep it very simple and I adorn my hair with the gold tube thingies to make it pretty.

Maybe its time to go in that route at your own mileage. Since I know your still trying to get used to your own hair.

I'm way too high maintenance for this but maybe one day I will get there.

When I would wear cornrows , I would use this spray to moisturize and then seal with JBCO when I was in the cornrows under my wigs

I also bought this over Black Friday. I've never used it but I thought I would try it with the cornrows also

I was thinking about wearing the cornrows as protective style and then perhaps wearing a kinky curly wig like this. Therefore, I could cut time but not have to worry about styling the wig. I could just wash and them brush the wig with my Denman brush to form the curls.

I typically wear a straight wig with a side part and beach waves, but that takes a bit of styling because I would have to use flexirods to get the curls. At times, I work 80 hours a week and sometimes I'm too tired to have to flexirod each night.

 

[GraceJones]

@GraceJones

Yes! That image is exactly what I'm talking about. I only did one row but two rows make sense too.
And, wow, those braids are so neat and pretty!

I've seen ladies DC BEFORE washing. Maybe you can try that when you're in braids. That'll help keep your braids clean. Or, maybe you don't DC in the braids. Maybe you just use a regular moisturizing condish. You can still dilute both that and the poo.

Wouldn't you be washing away all of the benefits of the DC?

 

[Lute]

Nuff said


I'm way too high maintenance for this but maybe one day I will get there.

When I would wear cornrows , I would use this spray to moisturize and then seal with JBCO when I was in the cornrows under my wigs

I also bought this over Black Friday. I've never used it but I thought I would try it with the cornrows also

I was thinking about wearing the cornrows as protective style and then perhaps wearing a kinky curly wig like this. Therefore, I could cut time but not have to worry about styling the wig. I could just wash and them brush the wig with my Denman brush to form the curls.

I typically wear a straight wig with a side part and beach waves, but that takes a bit of styling because I would have to use flexirods to get the curls. At times, I work 80 hours a week and sometimes I'm too tired to have to flexirod each night.

I think that's a great idea. It's a good way to alternative and a good break to rest your hair.

 

[MzSwift]

Wouldn't you be washing away all of the benefits of the DC?

Right? But not according to the ladies who've practiced it. In my experience in hair board challenges over the years, I've interacted with more than 10 ladies who DC before washing. Maybe it's similar to prepooing. One thing I've learned being on the boards is "don't knock it till you've tried it." While it may not be for me personally, some lady has had success with it. So I pass along all of the info I can - even if I don't personally use it in my regi. Because I never know what will be that one little thing that helps someone's journey take off!

I've actually seen multiple silk press videos by a stylist who washes out the DC. **And all of her silk presses that I've seen have turned out AMAZING!**

 

[spacetygrss]

I've been using the Head and Shoulders for a few years. It works amazingly. Not too drying and it helps with the huge flakes on my scalp.The dermatologist gave me a Ketoconazole Shampoo, 2% shampoo but I found it too drying.

FYI, if Ketoconazole shampoo is too drying: coat your hair in coconut oil before washing (turn it into a hot oil treatment so that it does double duty). Then, wash your hair with the shampoo, focusing on the scalp (you can transfer it to a bottle with a nozzle). The hair will be cleansed as the shampoo runs down down the strands during the rinse.

 

[GraceJones]

FYI, if Ketoconazole shampoo is too drying: coat your hair in coconut oil before washing (turn it into a hot oil treatment so that it does double duty). Then, wash your hair with the shampoo, focusing on the scalp (you can transfer it to a bottle with a nozzle). The hair will be cleansed as the shampoo runs down down the strands during the rinse.

I can’t use coconut oil. I liked it when I was relaxed, but I can’t use it as a natural. It makes my hair really dry for some reason. I used JBCO as my hot oil treatment before. The shampoo was still drying but a bit better. I’ve never tried diluting the shampoo with nozzle though, that’s a good idea.

 

[spacetygrss]

I can’t use coconut oil. I liked it when I was relaxed, but I can’t use it as a natural. It makes my hair really dry for some reason. I used JBCO as my hot oil treatment before. The shampoo was still drying but a bit better. I’ve never tried diluting the shampoo with nozzle though, that’s a good idea.

That’s fine. Whatever oil works for you. The point is to coat your strands so that the shampoo doesn’t strip your hair. If Head ‘n’ shoulders works for you it’s a non-issue though. I feel like the most pressing issue for you is getting those splits under control. That’s a cycle that you need to break ASAP (been there).

 

[BeautifulRoots]

Right? But not according to the ladies who've practiced it. In my experience in hair board challenges over the years, I've interacted with more than 10 ladies who DC before washing. Maybe it's similar to prepooing. One thing I've learned being on the boards is "don't knock it till you've tried it." While it may not be for me personally, some lady has had success with it. So I pass along all of the info I can - even if I don't personally use it in my regi. Because I never know what will be that one little thing that helps someone's journey take off!

I've actually seen multiple silk press videos by a stylist who washes out the DC. **And all of her silk presses that I've seen have turned out AMAZING!**

Yep. I'm one of those people who DC before shampooing. I started doing it so I don't have to hop in and out of the shower on wash day and to save time.

I don't feel it washes away the benefits. Mmm, maybe a tiny bit, but not enough to make a noticeable difference from when I DC after shampooing. My hair feels good when I'm done. I use a moisturizing rinse out conditioner after shampooing. So I DC with heat, shampoo, then use a rinse out conditioner.

My hair seems to be doing well with it so far, been doing it for about 9 months now.

 

[GGsKin]

Yes! I've actually stopped posting on this side because when I would ask questions folks would barely respond...
I'm glad that's changed!

Maybe the boar bristles are too stiff. I got it from the BSS. Do you have recommendations for goat hair brushes?

Yes, I have midshaft holes in my hair as well. I do weight training, do I do track my calories in terms of protein, fats, and carbs. I also take iron vitamins for my anemia. My doctor says my levels are much better.

I've had this scarf since I was about 10 years old, but I'm pretty sure I got it from the BSS. Do you have any recommendations for a scarf/pillowcase? I typically don't wear bonnets

Just as a tip, in my early days on the board, I bought a goat hair brush. That thing really is way too soft for smoothing our hair. I’d say it’s more suitable for a new born baby’s scalp, and even then, not mine because I was born with a head full of hair. The bristles have the pliability of a soft make-up brush.

 

[MzSwift]

Just as a tip, in my early days on the board, I bought a goat hair brush. That thing really is way too soft for smoothing our hair. I’d say it’s more suitable for a new born baby’s scalp, and even then, not mine because I was born with a head full of hair. The bristles have the pliability of a soft make-up brush.

Ooooh, so I could use one to brush in a moisturizing DC while using the palm of my hand on the other side. Kinda like an applicator brush but easier for me to maneuver. THAT would really pay dividends to my ends care! Thanks for that tidbit!

 

[GGsKin]

Ooooh, so I could use one to brush in a moisturizing DC while using the palm of my hand on the other side. Kinda like an applicator brush but easier for me to maneuver. THAT would really pay dividends to my ends care! Thanks for that tidbit!

@MzSwift Possibly could work well as it is so gentle, but the bristles could become laden with product as they do seem absorbent. I’ve tried to add a video to better show what I mean.
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[Iwanthealthyhair67]

I having a similar issue, constant tangles and split ends. I cut two inches off and still the same tangling really frustrated and don't know what to do.

I can run my finger through my hair clearing the tangle and a moment later its tangled again. I wanted to cut it all off but my hair at the crown is thinning and there's no way to camouflage other than to wear a wig.