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Honey Bee said:
Agreed, fine 4a is tricky. My hair always did well with SAA's.

Oan, I'm wondering if I'm medium- low porosity now. I was hi po relaxed, of course, but I'm just getting to know my natural hair. I notice that diluted and/ or warm product soaks in best. I guess the technical valuation doesn't matter as long as I know what works.
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I totally agree with you.
 
pelohello said:
.... I really want to incorporate shea butter into my reggie. I'm thinking of using the shea butter as a pre-ACV. When I was relaxed, I would use warm shea butter as a pre-poo to finger detangle. Since doing the MHM I really don't have to finger detangle, cause I don't really have tangles like that. I might use the shea butter as a hot oil treatment or use it mid week to refreshen my hair. IDK.
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@pelohello Did you ever incorporate shea butter? I've been thinking about this lately, and I just happened to stumble back and see your post. I'm thinking about maybe using on my ends. I don't know why I haven't tried it yet... Actually, it's probably just laziness that has stopped me:lol:.
 
Sitting with my clay before another errand running activity packed Saturday :) I finally got that liquid consistency with a super simple clay recipe...it is indeed the ACV that keeps the liquid consistency . I actually used a squirt bottle to apply it!
I've also come to the realization that my hair will never have those cute little spirals ala @AbsyBlvd :) with this method...I think MH will look different on us all and I remain excited to see what my hairs version of Maximum Hydration will be! I still have waves, curls, kinks and napps all learning to coexist in the same head.

Anyway todays process
Shampoo wash with TJTTT
Clay--Rhassoul, ACV, Jojoba &Pracaxi oils and Water.
Leavein- Ion
Gel-LA Looks yellow...still trying to figure this gel out. I've used too much, and too little, and i'm trying to find the balance.

Enjoy your Saturday ladies!
 
AbsyBlvd said:
@pelohello Did you ever incorporate shea butter? I've been thinking about this lately, and I just happened to stumble back and see your post. I'm thinking about maybe using on my ends. I don't know why I haven't tried it yet... Actually, it's probably just laziness that has stopped me:lol:.
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Yes, i have incorporated shea butter into my reggie. I use either 1tsp or 1tbsp in my clay mixture; in lieu of using olive oil. I love it, cause it gives me a nice shine andmy hair feels soft. However, if you use too much, ur hair will feel coated
 
I need to find a new styler with hold that doesn't flake when I use my curlformers. I used la bella hair gel and it caused some flakes mainly towards the front of my hair. I was able to get rid of majority of the flakes by using an argon oil heat protectant and chi hair spray. Maybe I'll try my homemade fsg
 
Just came here to report that this method has COMPLETELY transformed my dry, brittle 4a hair! Not only has it changed the texture but my hair is now soft to the touch both wet and dry and there's absolutely no breakage! I definitely see me being able to reach my hair goals this time around. I can't stop playing in my spirals!

Now I must admit, the PJ in me still has withdrawals (I reported in the Sally's BOGO thread that I purchased some SheaMoisture Pro and Design essentials stuff) but it's all going back, even the free stuff due to MHM! I've finally found what works for me---- after 13 years of being on this forum lol Now if only I could figure out what will increase my extremely slow growth rate!

Thanks guys :grouphug3:
 
Back to Max Hydration method, but with a twist. Today, I used a clarifying shampoo before the CLT. When I applied the treatment, my curls super popped! LOL! Now, according to the new version, you only need to do the clarifying shampoo at the beginning of the treatment and no more after that. I then used my bentonite clay mixed with acv and aloe vera gel. My curls were still very defined. The new version leaves out the leave conditioner and proceeds to the botanical gel step. I did add the KCC, but then regretted doing it because I wanted to do two strand twists. I did them,but added Camille Rose almond jai butter on top to finish. I am doing a personal protective style challenge and daily exercise so don't feel like doing my hair every day. I think it came out okay.
 
snoop said:
I had some help washing out the remaining clay from my hair. I can't believe how much was stuck in there!!!

Yesterday, I made some flax seed "jelly" and tried it out today (stiffened it up by adding xanthan gum and added some other things like humectants and proteins). I used it after water rinsing and it made detangling sooo easy! Just for that step I plan on using it for the next little while. However, I noticed that where I got some on my neck and forehead it turned white. I'm hoping that my hair isn't going to look ashy as a result. I might try adding a bit of oil over it when I use it tomorrow.
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So I did a water wash yesterday because there were I was heavy handed and it globbed in some areas. I guess it was the combination of all of the proteins but my hair felt really strong as I was washing it. I might have to use it as a protein treatment instead of an everyday gel. Well see.

I used a small amount yesterday then applied some oil on top but my hair doesn't feel particularly soft. I think I'll have to go back to LOCing again or at least using a moisturizer.
 
I've tried to be good by slowly trimming away this color but it's not going fast enough, After almost 6 months of monthly trimming I still have at least 2 inches to cut. My colored ends are just a splitting and a snapping away! They are dry and velcro like despite daily conditioning. I'm thinking about dyeing it darker. at least I won't see the damage anymore. Of course i'll still keep trimming but I won't be so bothered by the damage cause for me out of sight = out of mind! Stay tuned...my next post might be with a new hair colour!
 
discodumpling said:
I've tried to be good by slowly trimming away this color but it's not going fast enough, After almost 6 months of monthly trimming I still have at least 2 inches to cut. My colored ends are just a splitting and a snapping away! They are dry and velcro like despite daily conditioning. I'm thinking about dyeing it darker. at least I won't see the damage anymore. Of course i'll still keep trimming but I won't be so bothered by the damage cause for me out of sight = out of mind! Stay tuned...my next post might be with a new hair colour!
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I hear you! I was feeling the same way about the color on my ends. It's gone now and I tell you, my hair is in much better condition. Right before cutting it I was thinking of doing the same thing, applying a darker color.

Oan, you would think that with my regimen being a total of 15-20 mins now that I would do my hair more often, but sadly I don't. I've been averaging about once a week because my wngs are holding up so well. So starting today I want to start back washing or water rinsing every 2-3 days. I need to feed my hair the water she deserves :)
 
Just a question: I've read a few posts about people following Aketafitgirl's MHM . Is there anywhere on her channel that she says she's low porosity? Has anyone with low porosity here tried using the ACV with any success? I'm halfway to max hydration but got there using the Pinkecube challenge with baking soda and conditioner but now do that only intermittently.
 
How often are you all doing the Cherry Lola Treatment? I did the CLT along with MHM yesterday for the first time in forever and I had forgotten how nice it is.
 
nomadpixi said:
Just a question: I've read a few posts
about people following Aketafitgirl's MHM . Is there anywhere on her channel that she says she's low porosity? Has anyone with low porosity here tried using the ACV with any success? I'm halfway to max hydration but got there using the Pinkecube challenge with baking soda and conditioner but now do that only intermittently.
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You shouldn't have any issue using ACV for step 1 especially if you are just using gel for the last step. You can also try buffering shampoo or castille soap with conditioner to give yourself some other options. You also can do a weaker version of the clay wash for step 1. Anything cleansing but not drying for step 1 may be a good alternative.

I don't have an answer about Aketafitgirl's porosity.
 
nomadpixi said:
Just a question: I've read a few posts about people following Aketafitgirl's MHM . Is there anywhere on her channel that she says she's low porosity? Has anyone with low porosity here tried using the ACV with any success? I'm halfway to max hydration but got there using the Pinkecube challenge with baking soda and conditioner but now do that only intermittently.
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Aketafitgirl always said she used Curly Girl method to achieve maximum hydration. I can't remember if she was lo or hi porosity but I am thinking high for some reason. I am low and have used diluted ACV to clarify with no issues.
 
nomadpixi said:
Just a question: I've read a few posts about people following Aketafitgirl's MHM . Is there anywhere on her channel that she says she's low porosity? Has anyone with low porosity here tried using the ACV with any success? I'm halfway to max hydration but got there using the Pinkecube challenge with baking soda and conditioner but now do that only intermittently.
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I'm lo porosity and I've only used ACV to clarify. I have not had any issues. My mixture is either 2oz of ACV & 6oz of water or I use equal parts ; so 4oz of ACV & 4oz of water.
 
So I called my self doing the regimen this morning and I was so disappointed with the results. I just kept looking at my hair all day saying it just didn't look right this time and didn't come out as good as before. I have curls but they're just not defined and frizzy like. It just dawned om me a little while ago that I didn't put nare bit of clay on my hair, not a drop :look: :lachen:. I did CLCT, DC, Leave in and gel but I completely forgot the clay step somehow. I don't know how I missed it :lachen:. Well i'm throwing this struggly wng in a puff tomorrow and i'll repeat the regimen the correct way on Wednesday or Thursday.
 
PuddingPop said:
So I called my self doing the regimen this morning and I was so disappointed with the results. I just kept looking at my hair all day saying it just didn't look right this time and didn't come out as good as before. I have curls but they're just not defined and frizzy like. It just dawned om me a little while ago that I didn't put nare bit of clay on my hair, not a drop :look: :lachen:. I did CLCT, DC, Leave in and gel but I completely forgot the clay step somehow. I don't know how I missed it :lachen:. Well i'm throwing this struggly wng in a puff tomorrow and i'll repeat the regimen the correct way on Wednesday or Thursday.
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It be like that sometimes, Lol! Yesterday I almost forgot to do the CLCT on DD, she hasn't had one in months. Wheew, I'm glad I caught it though. I'm sure you'll have better results tomorrow with the clay
 
It is done. Pics in the AM. I'm already dissatisfied as I went to dark but it's no biggie i'll use a shade or 2 lighter in the fall. For now imma just chill with my new dark brown hair :) At least I got rid of those awful red ends!
I used a protein reconstructor to restore my curls and i'll be sleeping with the moisture compliment. I'll rinse, leave-in and gel in the AM.
 
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Yaaaaaaaayyyy! It's all one colour. And my curls survived the process. Life is good :)
 
snoop said:
I had some help washing out the remaining clay from my hair. I can't believe how much was stuck in there!!!

Yesterday, I made some flax seed "jelly" and tried it out today (stiffened it up by adding xanthan gum and added some other things like humectants and proteins). I used it after water rinsing and it made detangling sooo easy! Just for that step I plan on using it for the next little while. However, I noticed that where I got some on my neck and forehead it turned white. I'm hoping that my hair isn't going to look ashy as a result. I might try adding a bit of oil over it when I use it tomorrow.
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Ah, I was meaning to share with you... I use a fogless shower mirror and helps soooo much to see what I'm doing. I can always check if I've rinsed out my hair properly. If you buy two, you can position them to see the back of your head.
 
pelohello said:
I didn't even know they made things like that!! Where did u purchase ur fogless mirror from?
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I can't take all the credit... "my" girl Nap85 mentioned this in one of her vids a while back, and it was seriously a DUH! moment
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But, er ah, Amazon my friend. I bought the Cassani Fogless shower mirror.... I DID NOT use the included hanger, but instead opted for the mini size command hooks, cause I didn't want to cause damage to the tile shower walls.
 
werenumber2 said:
How often are you all doing the Cherry Lola Treatment? I did the CLT along with MHM yesterday for the first time in forever and I had forgotten how nice it is.
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Every 2 weeks or so. I am sometimes SHOCKED by how wonderful my hair looks after this treatment. And, for clarification... I do the original CLT... not the caramel version, tho, I think the next time I do my CLT, I will add some molasses and see how it does.
 
I have been wanting to do this since I was transitioning. Now that I'm a brand new natural, I'm a little scared.

My hair is doing well so far. I don't want to mess it up. But it can't hurt right?

Anyone out there who had no hair issues prior to this method, tried it and it did good?!
 
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