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deborah11 said:
How much citric acid did you add to your leave-in. How did you use the protein reconstructor (between which steps) in the MHM process? Did you use the protein right before your clay step (step 3)?
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deborah11 I used about 1/8 tsp of citric acid to my 8 oz container. You don't need a lot of the citric acid or it'll make your product too acidic. I used the protein reconstructor after step 1. Then I followed that with a moisturizing dc and then I did the clay step last. I know it was an extra step, but I had to make sure my hair was balanced after using the protein.
 
Cattypus1 said:
My hair felt like straw when I used bentonite. Since the switch to Rhassoul and the change in the recipe, straw is all gone.
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So did mine. Switching has been the best move I could have made. I can do rhassoul without oil or honey and my hair is fine.
 
faithVA said:
Try doing 30 minutes or even 15 minutes. And if you are using bentonite try switching to rhassoul.
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I was leaving the clay in for 20 minutes. Yes I would love to give the Rhassoul a try. I love the clay step hands down. THe first 2 days I mixed it with water, olive oil and honey and it was lumpy, this last time that I complained about dryness I mixed the clay with ACV and a little water, and it was very smooth but my dryness was so extra. Im taking notes of any changes so I can figure out what works or doesnt work for me.
Thanks faithVA :)
 
Now that I'm experiencing dryness I'm not sure what to do...should I cowash to conitnue the hydration regimen, deep conditon to give my hair a moisture treatment or leave my hair alone for a couple days and do nothing? Any thoughts?
 
I experienced increased dryness while using the NOW brand Moroccan clay...granted I don't have anything to compare it to but I would recommend just going for the rhassoul. There are mixed reviews that moroccan red and rhassoul are one and the same. I'm going to order some from butters and bars.

I mixed a my clarify step with ACV to see if I'll notice a difference from using BS. My scalp is doing better so I'll do it tomorrow.

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HopefulOne said:
Let us know how that works. I am really interested to know what your experience is. I am not using approved products in between either and so far so good.
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HopefulOne I'll be sure to report back but it'll probably take a while to observe a true opinion over time.

Sent from my SM-N900V using LHCF
 
I use Rhassoul clay and my hair is still dry. I am begging to wonder if it's the BS that's causing the dryness. I am going to try and figure out what is causing the dryness
 
[USER said:
deborah11;20966303[/USER]]Mobile app
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You click the add attachments button at the bottom and just follow it from there.

But if your picture is too large it won't add it and it won't tell you it won't add it. If it is the right size and format you will see something appear that says Insert Inline or something like that. Pictures need to be approximately 420 kg or less.
 
Smiley79 said:
Now that I'm experiencing dryness I'm not sure what to do...should I cowash to conitnue the hydration regimen, deep conditon to give my hair a moisture treatment or leave my hair alone for a couple days and do nothing? Any thoughts?
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If it feels dry I would try either water rinsing or cowashing first.
 
[USER said:
deborah11;20966467[/USER]]I use Rhassoul clay and my hair is still dry. I am begging to wonder if it's the BS that's causing the dryness. I am going to try and figure out what is causing the dryness
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Are you low porosity? If not don't use baking soda.

Definitely figure out what is causing the dryness. Maybe try cowashing to get your hair back to what you are used to and then just including step 1 or 3 to narrow it down.
 
deborah11 said:
I use Rhassoul clay and my hair is still dry. I am begging to wonder if it's the BS that's causing the dryness. I am going to try and figure out what is causing the dryness
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I lowered my BS to 2 tsp. and its still dry.

Sent from my SM-N900V using LHCF
 
I finally found this conditioner...I have a hunch its works identical to the avocado version. I bought 2 bottles for $11!
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For all of those experiencing dryness try narrowing it down to step 1 or step 3. For now eliminate the clay step completely and try a cleansing conditioner for step 1. If you don't have a cleansing conditioner mix 1 part shampoo with 3 parts conditioner.

Get your hair back to a point where it feels right to you and then only add 1 of the steps for a few washes to see which step causes the issue.
 
faithVA said:
For all of those experiencing dryness try narrowing it down to step 1 or step 3. For now eliminate the clay step completely and try a cleansing conditioner for step 1. If you don't have a cleansing conditioner mix 1 part shampoo with 3 parts conditioner. Get your hair back to a point where it feels right to you and then only add 1 of the steps for a few washes to see which step causes the issue.
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You always give such good advice, I hope you realize we appreciate it.
 
faithVA said:
Are you low porosity? If not don't use baking soda.

Definitely figure out what is causing the dryness. Maybe try cowashing to get your hair back to what you are used to and then just including step 1 or 3 to narrow it down.
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I am lo porosity. Thanks.
 
faithVA said:
For all of those experiencing dryness try narrowing it down to step 1 or step 3. For now eliminate the clay step completely and try a cleansing conditioner for step 1. If you don't have a cleansing conditioner mix 1 part shampoo with 3 parts conditioner.

Get your hair back to a point where it feels right to you and then only add 1 of the steps for a few washes to see which step causes the issue.
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Thanks. This is very good advice. I too, appreciate all your input and advice. Very good!
 
deborah11 said:
I am lo porosity. Thanks.
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Still switch up, so you can really narrow down what is causing the issue. It could be the baking soda but with low porosity it could be something else.

I'm low porosity and my hair is good with the baking soda and rhassoul but I can't use some of the conditioners. I definitely can't use any of the Tresemme products even though I want to pay $5 like everyone else :yep:
 
faithVA said:
You click the add attachments button at the bottom and just follow it from there.

But if your picture is too large it won't add it and it won't tell you it won't add it. If it is the right size and format you will see something appear that says Insert Inline or something like that. Pictures need to be approximately 420 kg or less.
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Thanks. How do you insert from the web app?
 
faithVA said:
For all of those experiencing dryness try narrowing it down to step 1 or step 3. For now eliminate the clay step completely and try a cleansing conditioner for step 1. If you don't have a cleansing conditioner mix 1 part shampoo with 3 parts conditioner.

Get your hair back to a point where it feels right to you and then only add 1 of the steps for a few washes to see which step causes the issue.
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Yes I was thinking that too :yep: faithVA...but I was actually thinking of eliminating Step 1 (ACV) and continuing Step 3(the Clay) so I can continue to gain the definition and clumping that the Clay gives me, lol.
But in your suggestion, regarding keeping Step 1, are you thinking that clarifying will allow the moisture to penetrate into the hair better therefore hydrating my strands better. (I can never remember the purpose of doing Step 1 daily in the MHM, smh)
 
deborah11 said:
Thanks. How do you insert from the web app?
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You click the paperclip.
Choose file
Click upload

Then when you return to your post, you click the paperclip again and select the picture(s) you want to insert.

You still have a file size but it will alert you if the file is too large or if it can't be uploaded.
 
faithVA said:
For all of those experiencing dryness try narrowing it down to step 1 or step 3. For now eliminate the clay step completely and try a cleansing conditioner for step 1. If you don't have a cleansing conditioner mix 1 part shampoo with 3 parts conditioner.

Get your hair back to a point where it feels right to you and then only add 1 of the steps for a few washes to see which step causes the issue.
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Awesome, thanks!

Sent from my SM-N900V using LHCF
 
Smiley79 said:
Yes I was thinking that too :yep: faithVA...but I was actually thinking of eliminating Step 1 (ACV) and continuing Step 3(the Clay) so I can continue to gain the definition and clumping that the Clay gives me, lol.
But in your suggestion, regarding keeping Step 1, are you thinking that clarifying will allow the moisture to penetrate into the hair better therefore hydrating my strands better. (I can never remember the purpose of doing Step 1 daily in the MHM, smh)
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The clarifying step is helpful to remove any of the styling products. It can help to allow the conditioner and moisture penetrate the hair as you were stating. This is critical for low porosity hair but not as critical for others. Some people can rinse and cowash with no issue.

You have to decide for your hair, if rinsing the gel and applying conditioner right after is effective enough to allow moisture in. If you aren't getting enough moisture in step 2, then the clay can definitely make your hair feel much dryer.

You want to get as much moisture in step 2 as possible. Maybe you can do a comparison. Do half your hair with step 1 and step 2 and the other half with just step 2.

These are just suggestions. Whatever helps you figure out what is really works for you is what should be your next step.
 
Thank you faithVA!!!!!!!!!!!!! :) I feel like Im seeing the issue... I dont think the Trader Joe or the KCNT are moisturizing enough for my hair...and the MHM suggested list is very short, lol. But Im done buying more products...Im just gonna have to try using my conditioners that I already have and see what happens. I Have Shea Moisture JBCO and Nexxuss Humectress. I'll try it out.
 
Random thought...I feel like completing my 7 days (every other day) of the MHM and transitioning over the Curly Girl method.
 
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