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*Sigh* I would love to wash my hair more often but it takes forever to dry..... And I don't think my hair likes being blow dried often. And it's too cold to just go out with wet hair. :(
 
KiWiStyle said:
I know the regimen says to finger detangle only...is anyone using a comb? I used my jumbo rake last night and OMG, I had all kinds of knots, my hair never snapped, crackled and popped like that, Lol. I did it with conditioner on but still...a lot of shed hair was released but nothing alarming. How am I, especially with a 2" TWA suppose to not comb detangle? Sent from my SM-N900V using LHCF
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I never use a comb or brush. I detangle and do everything with my fingers.
 
faithVA said:
Use a comb if you need to but just make sure it is a seamless comb. And perhaps use it one time a week and then finger detangle the other washes. Eventually you will get to a point where you can just finger detangle when your curls define.
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Thanks! I have the Hercules Sage Mann jumbo rake so yes, its seamless. I decided to seal my hair today with the curlaide moisture butter and let me tell you, there ain't no curl definition whatsoever, Lol. I guess I'm a long way from where I wanna be. I won't be styling without gel for a long time.

Sent from my SM-N900V using LHCF
 
[USER=323671 said:
KiWiStyle[/USER];21063563]Thanks! I have the Hercules Sage Mann jumbo rake so yes, its seamless. I decided to seal my hair today with the curlaide moisture butter and let me tell you, there ain't no curl definition whatsoever, Lol. I guess I'm a long way from where I wanna be. I won't be styling without gel for a long time.

Sent from my SM-N900V using LHCF
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We sound like we are about the same. I have some curl definition after I rinse out the clay but once I put in the leave-in it starts to dissipate. And once it dries even with gel it disappears.

I have decided to save my good stuff until I see more root to tip definition after applying my leave-in. Right now I just seal with the type 4 hair cream.

I know it is difficult to finger detangling 2" of hair especially when it doesn't clump. But it will get better for you as your hair grows out :yep:
 
KiWiStyle said:
I know the regimen says to finger detangle only...is anyone using a comb? I used my jumbo rake last night and OMG, I had all kinds of knots, my hair never snapped, crackled and popped like that, Lol. I did it with conditioner on but still...a lot of shed hair was released but nothing alarming. How am I, especially with a 2" TWA suppose to not comb detangle?

Sent from my SM-N900V using LHCF
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Early on in my use if the regimen, I got a little concerned that I wasn't doing it right (finger detangling that is) and decided to detangle with a comb. My hair had become fairly easy to move through with my hands, but felt tangled and cumbersome with the comb. I think the clumping has something to do with that. I remember I lost more hair than I when I finger detangled.

I decided then that I would comb my hair maybe once every 2 weeks but I would use my fingers all other times. Without thinking about it, I haven't used my comb since:lol: It's been just me getting to grips with my hair lol. Not using a comb has probably helped with my definition too. I think the finger thing gets easier as you go along, with this method. I'm sure you'll be alright:yep:
 
I just realize the value of this regimen when I was unable to do any of my steps for 3 days. I love this regimen and my new hot water heaters.
 
I have not used the clay for 4 washes now because I was experiencing dry hair. I am going to give it another try this weekend since my hair feels normal again and is not dry. I will let you all know how it works out.
 
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deborah11;21064073[/USER]]I have not used the clay for 4 washes now because I was experiencing dry hair. I am going to give it another try this weekend since my hair feels normal again and is not dry. I will let you all know how it works out.
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I hope it goes well. I read back through the thread and saw you were using rhassoul. Now that you are using a real conditioner, hopefully it will not be drying.

If it helps, I use 1 C of water, 6 o 8 tbsp of rhassoul and 1/2 tsp of oil. I don't use honey but you can. And maybe for your first round while you are testing it out leave it on for 30 minutes.

What I have been doing lately is applying the clay and finger combing it through and then when I finish my entire head, I wet my hands and comb through again. Then I baggy. I started with 30 minutes to see how my hair liked it. Now I can do 2 hours as my hair hydrates more. I think its better to start at a short time period and increase gradually.

Good luck
 
faithVA said:
We sound like we are about the same. I have some curl definition after I rinse out the clay but once I put in the leave-in it starts to dissipate. And once it dries even with gel it disappears.

I have decided to save my good stuff until I see more root to tip definition after applying my leave-in. Right now I just seal with the type 4 hair cream.

I know it is difficult to finger detangling 2" of hair especially when it doesn't clump. But it will get better for you as your hair grows out :yep:
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I usually have decent definition after leave in but lost all of it this time because I comb detangled in step 2. As much as I hate it, I'm going to continue with the kccc because it gives me something. I don't plan to grow my hair out until I reach max hydration...I actually really do love my tiny TWA! I do love that my hair isn't crunchy like when i use gel though!

Sent from my SM-N900V using LHCF
 
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AbsyBlvd said:
Early on in my use if the regimen, I got a little concerned that I wasn't doing it right (finger detangling that is) and decided to detangle with a comb. My hair had become fairly easy to move through with my hands, but felt tangled and cumbersome with the comb. I think the clumping has something to do with that. I remember I lost more hair than I when I finger detangled.

I decided then that I would comb my hair maybe once every 2 weeks but I would use my fingers all other times. Without thinking about it, I haven't used my comb since:lol: It's been just me getting to grips with my hair lol. Not using a comb has probably helped with my definition too. I think the finger thing gets easier as you go along, with this method. I'm sure you'll be alright:yep:
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Thanks for this! I haven't used a comb in about 2 weeks so that's why it was so bad I guess, my strands were stretching some so that's a good thing. I don't plan to use a comb more than twice a month because 1. I don't like the look and 2. I lost more hair than when using fingers...I'm sure most was shed hair though. I feel the knots (tangles) on the ends while I'm playing in my dry hair...its becoming a bad habit. I noticed the ends are more tangly and rough so I'm going to have 1/2-3/4" cut off.

Sent from my SM-N900V using LHCF
 
faithVA said:
I hope it goes well. I read back through the thread and saw you were using rhassoul. Now that you are using a real conditioner, hopefully it will not be drying. If it helps, I use 1 C of water, 6 o 8 tbsp of rhassoul and 1/2 tsp of oil. I don't use honey but you can. And maybe for your first round while you are testing it out leave it on for 30 minutes. What I have been doing lately is applying the clay and finger combing it through and then when I finish my entire head, I wet my hands and comb through again. Then I baggy. I started with 30 minutes to see how my hair liked it. Now I can do 2 hours as my hair hydrates more. I think its better to start at a short time period and increase gradually. Good luck
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I think it's always a good idea to put a plastic cap on with clay. I never do my clay step without a plastic cap.
 
deborah11 said:
I have not used the clay for 4 washes now because I was experiencing dry hair. I am going to give it another try this weekend since my hair feels normal again and is not dry. I will let you all know how it works out.
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Let us know! I haven't used clay or BS in my last 3 washes. Just ACV, co-wash, leave-in, gel
 
I was washing my hands and glanced at my hair in the mirror and my eyes landed on a coil, yes "A" coil in the midst of all this cotton. I stretched it and y'all it had a beautiful distinct curl pattern from root to tip! At this rate, I'll have a whole head of defined curls by the time I'm 117 years old, YEP!

Sent from my SM-N900V using LHCF
 
KiWiStyle said:
I was washing my hands and glanced at my hair in the mirror and my eyes landed on a coil, yes "A" coil in the midst of all this cotton. I stretched it and y'all it had a beautiful distinct curl pattern from root to tip! At this rate, I'll have a whole head of defined curls by the time I'm 117 years old, YEP! Sent from my SM-N900V using LHCF
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Congratulations on your first one. There are many more to come.
 
I plan to try this method this evening and hopeful it will help to rehabilitate my protein overloaded hair.

Can someone describe how the hair feels after applying the gel. My hair always feel so coated and typically sticks/matts together with the gel. Is this the case for you ladies?
 
ljones4521 said:
I plan to try this method this evening and hopeful it will help to rehabilitate my protein overloaded hair.

Can someone describe how the hair feels after applying the gel. My hair always feel so coated and typically sticks/matts together with the gel. Is this the case for you ladies?
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I'm not a gel guru but I will comment until one of the pros gets here.

Try diluting your gel and making sure the section is very wet before you apply. And just apply enough until you feel the slip.

Hopefully one of the other members can give you more advice.
 
I had really good definition one time but now that can't remember what I did to repeat it. So now I'm writing down my steps each week so if I hit that magic combo I have it down in print.

I don't think tonights combo is a winner. Leaving the clay about 2 hours. We shall see.
 
faithVA said:
I had really good definition one time but now that can't remember what I did to repeat it. So now I'm writing down my steps each week so if I hit that magic combo I have it down in print.

I don't think tonights combo is a winner. Leaving the clay about 2 hours. We shall see.
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I have to get better at writing down my combos too. Tuesday's wash n go turned out different from the last, with less definition. The two things I did differently were 1. co-washing only and, 2. going back to TJTTT after using Tresemme Radiant Volume the last few washes. If I don't make note of this I'm likely to do the same thing again. So yeah gotta make sure I'm keeping a journal.

OAN, I was going to wait till next week to do a cherry lola treatment but I love them so much I can't wait so I'll be doing that tomorrow. I mentioned before feeling a little unsure about the clay step, I'm going to try using it on my scalp only and see how that goes. Another thing I've learned from doing this method is that my scalp loves to be cleaned often. Even when I was relaxed I couldn't go past 5 days without shampooing. Now I feel like I'm pushing it when I go past three. But co-washing only and even the step 1 clarifying just doesn't feel like enough to clean my scalp so I'm hoping that using the clay on my scalp only will do the trick but not make my hair feel weird.
 
Ladies,

I hate to contact you all with what is likely a silly question, but I am poised to start (standing in the bathroom ready to start...literally) the MMH method and don't know if I am to apply step 1 (baking soda) to dry or wet hair. Please help ASAP.
 
ljones4521 said:
Ladies,

I hate to contact you all with what is likely a silly question, but I am poised to start (standing in the bathroom ready to start...literally) the MMH method and don't know if I am to apply step 1 (baking soda) to dry or wet hair. Please help ASAP.
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Apply it to dry hair. If you want to rinse first you can but you then shorten the time and/or use less baking soda. How much baking soda did you put in your mix?
 
ljones4521 said:
I prefer to wet it so should I reduce the baking soda to maybe half ?
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OK I misunderstood. I thought you were doing pinkecube method. If so do 2 tsp of baking soda in 2 oz of conditioner and 6 oz of water.

If you are doing just water and baking soda then do the measurements you have. But be careful if its your first time. Most of us are doing straight water and baking soda.
 
Arrrggghhh...I already applied the product to my hair. I am not familiar with pink cube; only www.maximumhydrationmethod.com.

What I did was 1 TBS of baking soda and a cup of conditioner. I did not add water. I can say I am thrilled with the definition my hair showed while applying this mixture and even more so now that I have the deep conditioner applied. I have the slip mentioned in the post and the sticky/web like thing that has been going on with hair stopped. I was able to actually finger detangle my hair. It was awesome! I pray the end product is as fabulous.
 
Formal Introduction per the original post.

Sorry, this is a little late and of course I don't have the before picture.

If you have read the regimen, then here are few points that may help.
Doing the regimen for 7 days straight is ideal, but not required.
Doing the Cherry Lola/Carmel treatment is optional to get started. It can be done later.
Baking soda is recommended for low porosity. Normal and High Porosity ladies, try acv or whatever you feel is a gentle clarifier for your hair.
You can style your hair anyway you like. WNGs are not required.


For those that join, we don’t need to defend our choices in this thread. Feel free to answer legitimate questions, but please try to refrain from defending against or battling against those that are just passing through. HoneyBee is great with handling varying opinions. Please follow her lead if you can. If not feel free to ignore the poster and move on.

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1. Which regimen are you doing?
http://maxhydrationmethod.com/ http://forum.blackhairmedia.com/the-max-hydration-methodfrom-my-other-post_topic368937.html (I find this one easier to read)
2. When did you start the regimen? - January 31, 2015
3. How often do you do the method? - My goal is to do seven consecutive days and then every two or three days afterwards. Once I have become comfortable with the procedure I will start with my daughter.
4. Benefits seen so far - The stickiness and web thing going on with my hair stopped after applying the baking soda. I have super duper slip after applying the deep conditioner. I can hardly wait for the end result.
5. Anything else you would like to share. - Not right now
6. Starting Photo - Forgot
7. Current Picture if you have one - Will upload one after the seventh day.
8. List your steps and products. New comers may find this helpful when looking at products and modifications.



Example
1. Clarify: TJ Tea Tree Conditioner (1 cup) + 1 TBS Baking Soda (applied to wet hair). I did not add water. :-(
2. Condition: TJ Tea Tree Conditioner warmed
3. Mud: Rhassoul + water + honey + olive oil
4. Leave-In: diluted kknt
5. Seal: KTCC
 
Learned another "what not to do" lesson yesterday...do not mix cayenne in your clay mixture and let it marinate overnight and under no circumstances apply said mixture to your head! It was terrible and I had to go to work like that. Let's just say my follicles were stimulated to the nth degree. A clarify with ACV and water and a NaturellGrow herbal DC followed by clay, sans cayenne and then diluted KKKT fixed me right up.
 
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