MBL 2010

[Ms_Twana]

Dang, this thread started early.

I got these stupid layers. I believe i am about BSB. I think I may have about 3-4 inches till i reach it MBL. I won't be full MBL but i think i can get my longest layer to hit it. I'll join as well!

Boing, me and you are in the same boat. I just hit BSL/BSB and I have about 3-4 inch til I reach MBL. It won't be full MBL for me either, but I'm in. I'll DC with heat EVERY week, no exceptions. I just finished the hide your hair for 6 months challenge, and I am enjoying my new length and wearing my hair down. So, as of right now, I'm not certain how often I'll bun or PS. I'll have to see how long it takes for the thrill on wearing my hair down to leave.

 

[cch24]

just wanted to add my starting pics

 

[sheba1]

^^^^ now, wait a minute, Cch24, not saying we don't want you to be a part of the challenge and all, but you already MBL! Don't you think you should be doing the WSL 2010 challenge?

 

[JJamiah]

my starting pic is in my siggy, I just updated today

 

[cch24]

^^^^ now, wait a minute, Cch24, not saying we don't want you to be a part of the challenge and all, but you already MBL! Don't you think you should be doing the WSL 2010 challenge?

This was honestly the best Christmas present I could ask for! Do you really think so? The waist length challenge makes me nervous... I plan on being an aggressive duster in 2010 so maybe I'll stay in and hope for full mbl with thick ends!

 

[sheba1]

Yep, I really think so! You will definitely have full, lush, MBL with thick ends, even with aggressive dusting next year. Great job!

 

[pri]

I'm in!! I will be 40 weeks post 2mrw and really hoping by my 1 year mark I will be mbl!! My regimen will stay the same..wash/dc/rollerset weekly

Edited to add: starting pic in siggy

 

[aa9746]

I dusted my ends last night to get rid of some split ends. I'm giving myself a break from wigs these last 2 weeks in dec. and then it's back to protective styling with wigs and using OCT for my growth aid.

http://public.fotki.com/lm119/protective-style-fo-1/page2.html

hhg!

 

[Ms_CoCo37]

I just realized that I never posted my reggie:

Twists, Buns, French Braids, Wet Sets, etc.
Co-wash 1-2 times a week (depending on how I feel)
Henna 1x/mo.
Oil Scalp Daily
DC weekly/biweekly
Clarify every other week
Vitamins
I'll likely tweak a few things here and there to perfect my reggie.

I ordered one of those measuring tee shirts. I'll be using that to gauge my progress.

That's about it for now. I'm excited to get this thing started!

 

[tash85]

im in too!

I've flat ironed my hair for the first time in about 6 months and I believe i'm about an inch away from BSL. I don't really have the time or inclination to straighten very often (about twice a year)

i will be:
co-washing twice a week
shampooing once a fortnight
D/Cing with every wash
henna once a fortnight (after wash)
moisturising 1-2 x daily
consistenly taking vitamins
using mn concoction on scalp twice a week (with washes)

buns, twists outs, braid outs!

 

[Auburn]

MBL is my goal. Thick MBL is my ultimate goal.
Im in!

 

[mnemosyne]

I hope to be full MBL by the end of the year at least with a few trims along the way.

 

[adf23]

I'm in as well. I am a few inches past APL now- goal is MBL by Dec 2010!

 

[queenvdb]

IM IN!

 

[Nice & Wavy]

Please add my name to the list.

2010 will be the K.I.S.S. routine for me without a doubt!

I will continue to use Ayureveda....not stopping that.

I will continue to use MT....the stuff is the best!

I will use less heat and I will bun most days. I will rollerset and not flat iron and then moisturize and bun.

 

[MrsIQ]

I'm a newbie and I want to join. I'll be PSing almost 100% of the time. I'm past APL and have layers. I'd like to reach MBL by Oct.

 

[exubah]

to the latest recruits!! Hope you enjoy this journey with us.

 

[fitnessmommy]

I would like to join! I think I can make MBL by 12/10 for sure. Maybe even a little bit earlier! I'm currently grazing BSB I think.

- Continue co-washing daily & airdrying

- NO HEAT

- Deep condition regularly

- Porosity Control

- Dusting my ends

 

[lnana04]

I want in, is it too late to join?

My regimen:
-Conditioner wash 2wice a week.
-Deep condition weekly
-Wash/Clarify every 2 weeks.
-Protective Style(Twists, buns, etc)
-Dust ends Once a month.

I'd also like a bit of thickness and more moisture, so I'm hoping the conditioner washes help.

 

[exubah]

Welcome!!! It's not too late to join, in fact one can join at any time before 12/31/10, however I will stop adding names to the list on 1/8/10.

 

[Scorpimini14720]

Just wanted to post my regime and a pic of my starting point.

I am going to continue co washing (Love It)
I am going to start Mega Tek again
I will continue wearing buns, braids and sew ins
I will start DCing at least every two weeks (I despise the hair dryer!)
I will continue transitioning, I will be 8 months post this Friday!
I will be consistent with my biotin,Omega 3-6-9, MSM, Spirulina & Chlorella, Vitamin C, Primrose and Glutamine
I will be consistent with my water intake and exercise routine
I will really work on my diet and try to ingest more protein

I will MBL by Dec 2010!

 

[Bun Mistress]

Guess I'll use this as my starting pic although it is from he end of November:

 

[Nice & Wavy]

I will use this picture. It is my last length shot (Oct)

Right now I am about 1 1/2 inch from BSL, so I'm looking forward to getting to MBL by the end of 2010!

 

[Butterfly08]

Add me!

I am full BSL with my longest layers peeking below the bottom strap of my bra, but I think it will take a year or so to reach full MBL. I am graduating next August or December so MBL would be a great graduation present!

My plans:

• Relax 5x next year
• Touch up highlights 3x
• Wash once a week, rollerset
• Cowash once a week, wet bun
• Seal every other day with shea butter and EVOO
• Drink mostly water
• Begin juicing
• Exercise 4 - 5x week

I noticed a huge growth spurt last year when I was faithfully eating right and exercising, so I hope to replicate those results again - great skin, growth spurts and a tighter figure.

Let's get it ladies!

 

[taj]

I'm in!!!! I should be full MBL by June 2010. Probably way before that because I'm full BSB now, but I like to allow myself ample time. I'll also have to trim about an inch off. I wish everyone well on reaching MBL!!!!

 

[chavascandy]

I am in. Since I've reached full BSL my hair has been growing super slow. Here is what I will do to encourage faster growth:
*deep condition at least 1x a week
*continue to wear protective styles

 

[LongCurlyLocks]

I want to join! I am only a few inches from the goal but would still like to join for inspriration. I cowash and MT daily as well as use shea butter for moisture. I use Indian oils on the scalp as well. I also take several vitamins for hair growth and health.

 

[naturalepiphany]

I'm gonna take a leap and join this is my ultimate goal for 2010... O to reach MBL. So here is my regimen that I am working on still. I'll probably update it at the beginning of the year when I finalize what I'll be doing. Thats also when I will post a starting pic. I'm currently APL with about an inch to BSB/BSL.

Regimen:
PS - 90-95% of the year
Baggy ends at least 4 days out of the week
Drink at least half a gallon of water a day
Take Vitamins religiously
Cowash and DC 1-2 times a week
Clarify once a month
Henna every other month
Protein Treatment with MT every other month(Non Henna Months)

That's all for now, I'm trying to keep it simple.

 

[Serenity_Peace]

I'm sorry for not seeing your response earlier. Thank you again for sharing. When I see long-haired ladies, it seems that the one consistent thing they did was to "leave the hair alone" and protect it. I think these are the keys to a successful hair growth and health journey. You are obviously not doing anything wrong; and whatever you're doing is indeed the right thing. Listening to your hair seems to be where it's at. Thanks so much again for the inspiration and Happy New Year!! :blowkiss:

This is embarrassing, because I don't really have a regimen Everything I do to my hair is on an "as needed" basis. I wash when my hair starts to feel dirty, I use cheapie shampoo and conditioner (V05), and I damp bun with grapeseed oil. When my hair starts to feel gross, I clarify (with V05). Other than that, I bun maybe 95% of the time, the other 5% is when I wash or comb. Everything I do is low manipulation or benign neglect. I understand that low manipulation doesn't work for everyone. But my hair really likes to be left alone

I'm a really bad example for hair regimens erplexed The only thing I can tell ladies who are hoping to grow a bit longer is to protect your hair, the longer it is, the older it is, and has been exposed to the elements, heating appliances, rough fabrics, etc. Invest in hair friendly accessories, anything that won't snag or pull.


I really wish I had more information to give. Maybe some of the other ladies who have hit MBL could come in and give their advice? The only reason my hair grew was because I didn't do anything more than keep it clean and out of the way.

 

[Ms. Feliz]

I'd like to join! next year i plan to wash and deep condition at least one a week, protective style 100% of the time and leave my hair alone.