MHM Hangout

[GGsKin]

I did the hair of my friend's 7yr old daughter today (type 4). Started with a CLCT, followed with a cowash and express DC, express clay etc lol. As she is so young I was mindful of the timings but she was super excited about getting her hair done. Mummy and daughter were impressed with the results.

My friend was also impressed with how her daughter sat to have her hair washed/done, especially with the additional time it took. We were having a wail of a time lol. You Mums out there that do this on yourselves/and/or your children, I have to salute you. I'd be living in my bathroom.

To stretch her hair, I banded and blow dried on cool/med- couldn't have the little one with a wet head. She's excited to wear her hair out tomorrow for church lol.

 

[WYSIWYG]

I did the hair of my friend's 7yr old daughter today (type 4). Started with a CLCT, followed with a cowash and express DC, express clay etc lol. As she is so young I was mindful of the timings but she was super excited about getting her hair done. Mummy and daughter were impressed with the results. My friend was also impressed with how her daughter sat to have her hair washed/done, especially with the additional time it took. We were having a wail of a time lol. You Mums out there that do this on yourselves/and/or your children, I have to salute you. I'd be living in my bathroom. To stretch her hair, I banded and blow dried on cool/med- couldn't have the little one with a wet head. She's excited to wear her hair out tomorrow for church lol.

What a wonderful friend you are! You gave that little girl a happy hair memory plus she'll get to wear a "big girl" style tomorrow. I bet it turned out lovely.

 

[KiWiStyle]

I get that initial squeaky feeling when I apply KCCC. I think I remember reading something by PinkeCube, where she said if it feels squeaky, you need more. I was heavily applying before I started diluting it. I got that gloopy snotty feel that took at least 2 days to dry. I don't know if my tolerance has grown but I don't get that feeling on my hair since I started diluting the gel.

I used to apply the conditioner and gel in small sections, simultaneously. Now I apply my diluted leave-in in small sections in the shower. With the conditioner in my hair, it stays wet while I am applying the gel so no need for more water.

Last night I experimented with the ph of the gel. I'll see if I notice any difference with tomorrow's wash.

Thanks! I can't imagine using globs of KCCC as much as it costs, Lol. I guess ill be squeaking then...

..tomorrow I'm going to try applying gel without spraying water...which makes it more squeaky. The last time I used gel my hair stayed damp all day which is good in my opinion.

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[KiWiStyle]

I have the Vanillla rose defining Creme and the okra curl cream which I love. They are very light in texture which is why I like them. They don't weigh your hair down. I want to emphasize that they are ver light and thin in consistency. They are not thick at all. I am 3c and I love them. In fact I am going to order more today but I don't think you would find them "heavy" enough to meet your defining needs. Other people please weigh in.

I can't wait to get my hands on this brand. I have plenty of Tresamme Naturals and KCCV and KCKT but when its time to purchase more products I'll be ordering that and another brand on Etsy, I think its Natural Grow.

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[GGsKin]

Thanks! I can't imagine using globs of KCCC as much as it costs, Lol. I guess ill be squeaking then...

Tell me about it lol. That's why I quickly changed my mind about diluting

..tomorrow I'm going to try applying gel without spraying water...which makes it more squeaky. The last time I used gel my hair stayed damp all day which is good in my opinion.

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It's funny. I love this method for all the pros I've experienced with my hair and others and I don't think I will change my regimen. However I think I need to invest in a hooded drier. I love day 2/day 3 hair for the volume alone. Plus I can style it with more success (IMO). Day 1 hair is not my friend/B]

 

[Cattypus1]

With all the experimentation with products, timing, and recipes, etc. my styling has not always been as successful as I would like. The MHM benefit I can see immediately is retention. It doesn't seem to matter what the variables are. I am seeing zero breakage! No broken hair pieces on the floor or anywhere else for that matter. I believe I can reach my length goals and I believe MHM will be the reason. I just wanted to share that.

 

[GGsKin]

What a wonderful friend you are! You gave that little girl a happy hair memory plus she'll get to wear a "big girl" style tomorrow. I bet it turned out lovely.

Thank you:Blush2: it turned out great (her my friend literally just sent me a pic). I'm helping Mummy out with some general tips and her daughter is really happy. Mummy has gorgeous long locks and all daughter wants is some long hair lol

 

[trebell]

Ladies.

You two may have the same texture. She used the products below. I may buy these when they go on sale.

 

[ljones4521]

You two may have the same texture. She used the products below. I may buy these when they go on sale.


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Ohhh!!! I purchased the one in the middle, Almond Jai, but couldn't figure out which step I could use it in, so I used TJTTC for all steps.

BTW that girl's curls are sooooo pretty and thick. Gorgeous!

I have made it to page 35 of this thread and am a little confused. If it is step 2 with the heat that raises the cuticles (I am low porosity. Dropped a strand of hair in water this morning and its floating. The strand I dropped in after rinsing the clay sinked, so I know at some point my hair accepted moisture), then what is the point of Step 1 and 3? I just want to understand the process so I can help my daughter with her hair.

Once I have applied the gel can I then do a twist out (she's eight) or do I twist first and then apply the gel? Just wondering if it will stick together if I twist after applying the gel.

Thnks to all of you for your help.

 

[KiWiStyle]

It's funny. I love this method for all the pros I've experienced with my hair and others and I don't think I will change my regimen. However I think I need to invest in a hooded drier. I love day 2/day 3 hair for the volume alone. Plus I can style it with more success (IMO). Day 1 hair is not my friend/B]

Ha, I'm the total opposite...day 1 is best for me...after that it looks like a cotton after rewetting. I'll probably reset and apply more gel for second and third day hair.

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[KiWiStyle]

With all the experimentation with products, timing, and recipes, etc. my styling has not always been as successful as I would like. The MHM benefit I can see immediately is retention. It doesn't seem to matter what the variables are. I am seeing zero breakage! No broken hair pieces on the floor or anywhere else for that matter. I believe I can reach my length goals and I believe MHM will be the reason. I just wanted to share that.

That's great reason for continuing in my opinion too. Are you doing BS or ACV! How often? Cattypus1

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[ljones4521]

I'm wondering the same thing. I plan to use a demi permanent as soon as my henna grows or is cut out. I know using the MHM it'll strip my color. I'm not planning to color until most of my strands reach max hydration and I'm at least (fingers crossed) normal porosity.

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Does this method strip henna from the hair?

I routinely henna, in fact just applied a treatment about three weeks ago. I didn't notice any color yesterday, but it was my first MHM treatment and when I looked at my hair I was really looking at the curl definition, not to mention I hadn't fluffed the strands yet.

 

[KiWiStyle]

You two may have the same texture. She used the products below. I may buy these when they go on sale.

trebell how did you like the gel? Are you able to compare it to another gel like KCCC? I bought it once and returned it after reading poor reviews. I should just try it because I LOVE the entire line.

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[KiWiStyle]

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[KiWiStyle]

Does this method strip henna from the hair?

I routinely henna, in fact just applied a treatment about three weeks ago. I didn't notice any color yesterday, but it was my first MHM treatment and when I looked at my hair I was really looking at the curl definition, not to mention I hadn't fluffed the strands yet.

Most of my henna was already cut out with my BC so I can't say for sure. Henna doesn't fad and it is permanent so I would guess it won't strip.

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[KiWiStyle]

Ohhh!!! I purchased the one in the middle, Almond Jai, but couldn't figure out which step I could use it in, so I used TJTTC for all steps.

BTW that girl's curls are sooooo pretty and thick. Gorgeous!

I have made it to page 35 of this thread and am a little confused. If it is step 2 with the heat that raises the cuticles (I am low porosity. Dropped a strand of hair in water this morning and its floating. The strand I dropped in after rinsing the clay sinked, so I know at some point my hair accepted moisture), then what is the point of Step 1 and 3? I just want to understand the process so I can help my daughter with her hair.

Once I have applied the gel can I then do a twist out (she's eight) or do I twist first and then apply the gel? Just wondering if it will stick together if I twist after applying the gel.

Thnks to all of you for your help.

I know for me, porosity varies on some parts of my head. I have areas that suck in moisture really good while others, it sits there. I've been wanting to cut a strand of hair from each part of my head to see what their porosity is. Yesterday, after rinsing step 1, I had a dry patch in front...I mean it looked like not a drop of water touched it...I swear my hair is a mutt, Lol. Its not just one thing, its a cross between everything except what I want it to be.

I twist my daughter's hair with a twist butter, so use the Almond Jai to twist, its a styler/sealer.

I'll let Faith answer your question about steps 1&3 but I'll take a jab. Step 1 is to clarify all the products built up on the strand in the days prior to. In step 2, you replace the moisture lost from step 1...step 3 you're helping your curls clump as well as removing any residual conditioner from step 2 so that your leave-in in step 3 can penetrate better and have a more lasting effect, its suppose to be moisturizing too, depending on which clay you use. Leave-in's stay in your hair for up to 3 days.

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[trebell]

trebell how did you like the gel? Are you able to compare it to another gel like KCCC? I bought it once and returned it after reading poor reviews. I should just try it because I LOVE the entire line. Sent from my SM-N900V using LHCF

I've never tried the product. But I keep hearing good things about it. I don't use any gel right now. I'll ask the lady how do these products do in comparison to kccc. I'll let you know.

 

[tashboog]

So yesterday I tried Dubaidee4c CLCT recipe and her clay rinse recipe for high porosity to see how my hair will respond to it. She has two formulas one for low porosity and one for high porosity. So since I'm a hi po gal I wanted to try her hi po recipes.

I really did like the clct recipe cuz it was so thick and no drippies unlike the original formula. The consistency was like a conditioner, it had pretty good slip, and I had good definition when I applied it to my hair. Of course the definition went away after rinsing but that's just my hair cuz I have a ways to go with hydration. I'm going to keep the clct in my regimen cuz I really do like her recipe better .

However, the clay rinse was a different story. I didn't like the hi po clay recipe at all . When I applied it to my hair, it felt like I was applying shampoo to my hair. The clay was super thin and runny and it didn't define my curls that well. I kind of knew that I wouldn't get good results after rinsing. The little bit of definition that I usually have after rinsing was gone. My hair was super frizzy but it did feel nice and soft. What I did learn is that her hi po recipe has a pH of 5 which my hair really likes. So since I wasn't crazy about her recipe, I will use my own recipe and make sure it's acidic between pH of 4.5 to 5 .

 

[Cattypus1]

That's great reason for continuing in my opinion too. Are you doing BS or ACV! How often? Cattypus1 Sent from my SM-N900V using LHCF

I was doing BS in Tressemme Naturals for the first step and about twice a week (every 3rd day or so) I have been doing the full MHM with BS in the first step. About twice a month I do CLT as the first step. I had never used ACV as the first step until the other day after my cayenne snafu. I think the pepper was marinating in the clay too long before I applied it to my head or maybe I just used too much. Anyway, I knew I was going to have to clarify to get it out and I didn't want to stress my hair or my scalp out any more than it already had been so I tried the ACV clarify hoping to sooth it. OMG...I love ACV as a mild clarifier. It leaves my hair very soft but not cotton-ball like. It doesn't have the grainy scrub of BS and I really don't care for the smell but about a tbs of ACV in a cup of warm water sprayed on dry hair and covered with a processing cap for about 15 minutes softens my hair like nothing else and it felt so clean but not stripped.

 

[GGsKin]

Does this method strip henna from the hair?

I routinely henna, in fact just applied a treatment about three weeks ago. I didn't notice any color yesterday, but it was my first MHM treatment and when I looked at my hair I was really looking at the curl definition, not to mention I hadn't fluffed the strands yet.

I did my first henna treatment in November. I think I baggied for one or two weeks after that treatment (I've been wearing wigs). Since then, I've worn my hair out and on two occasions my cousins noticed how brown my hair was and I attributed that to henna (my hair was already brown but nobody said anything about it before henna).

With all the clay applications, I also wonder if it has any effect on the henna. After all, my hair could be lighter because of all the ACV rinseserplexed

ETA: Nope, it doesnt strip. I found a rogue grey today (March 10th) that had about an inch of grey and the rest was henna orange.

 

[KiWiStyle]

I was doing BS in Tressemme Naturals for the first step and about twice a week (every 3rd day or so) I have been doing the full MHM with BS in the first step. About twice a month I do CLT as the first step. I had never used ACV as the first step until the other day after my cayenne snafu. I think the pepper was marinating in the clay too long before I applied it to my head or maybe I just used too much. Anyway, I knew I was going to have to clarify to get it out and I didn't want to stress my hair or my scalp out any more than it already had been so I tried the ACV clarify hoping to sooth it. OMG...I love ACV as a mild clarifier. It leaves my hair very soft but not cotton-ball like. It doesn't have the grainy scrub of BS and I really don't care for the smell but about a tbs of ACV in a cup of warm water sprayed on dry hair and covered with a processing cap for about 15 minutes softens my hair like nothing else and it felt so clean but not stripped.

Yep, I've been using ACV instead of BS all last week and even though I'm lopo, I love it! It leaves my hair soft and shiny too!! I'll probably do the BS twice a month.,,

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[HopefulOne]

With all the experimentation with products, timing, and recipes, etc. my styling has not always been as successful as I would like. The MHM benefit I can see immediately is retention. It doesn't seem to matter what the variables are. I am seeing zero breakage! No broken hair pieces on the floor or anywhere else for that matter. I believe I can reach my length goals and I believe MHM will be the reason. I just wanted to share that.

Retention is the only reason that I use the method. I am 3c and don't need the definition but there is something in the method that prevents tangles. I don't which part prevents hair loss but the method is perfect for my APL 3c hair

 

[aharri23]

Do you think I can do this with my length? Doing steps 4&5 just seemed unnecessary with my TWA.

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I had a TWA when I started the method (10 months ago) that's why I never felt it necessary to add conditioner in small sections, but now that my hair is longer it seems to work well. I tried it again today and got similar results

 

[HopefulOne]

Ladies, I completed my first foray into the MHM this morning. I can't begin to tell you how excited I am to have found this method. My hair looks gorgeous. The curls are popping! I tell you, POPPIN! I love it, in fact my sons are asking me to do their hair, so you know its got to be impressive. So, let me recap what I have done in case it can help others. I pretty much followed the www.maxhydrationmethod.com website. For step one I added on tablespoon of baking soda to 1 cup of TJTTC and applied to wet hair. Upon rinsing I could immediately detect a difference. My hair was so soft and slippery. I had pretty wavy curls. It was love at first sight. Step 2 - I followed the instructions using the same conditioner. I had a bit more conditioner left, so I think I will keep the excess in the refrigerator. Step 3 - Didn't know I was supposed to heat the honey, so I didn't. I pretty much followed the instructions, but needed to add a lot more water. What I applied to my hair was the consistency of mud. I had quite a lot of this left behind. I think I will mix up 1/3 cup next time. After rinsing I did note my hair felt dry and become afraid. Again, I was delighted with the results. My curl pattern was very apparent. Very pretty. I was praying it would dry the same. I dropped a strand of my hair into some water to test this theory. Had the porosity changed? Indeed it had. The strand sank immediately! My hair was absorbing moisture. It was a surreal moment..honestly it was as the strand I placed there the night before was still floating on top of the water (explains a lot)! Step 4 & 5 - Don't shake the applicator bottle and then release your finger, as the product squirts out everywhere. Again, I used the same conditioner and followed the instructions on the website. For the gel, I just lightly coated my finger tips and applied to my hair. The back of my hair felt "squeaky clean". I used very little of the gel. Next time I will mix the gel with a little water and put in an applicator bottle to apply. I am not sure if this has any bearing but last year in March I applied a keratin treatment. This treatment caused handfuls of hair to come out and break. I lost a significant amount of volume last year. I am praying the volume returns and my hair regrows. At any rate, I am not sure if the keratin remains in my hair or if it affects the absorption. I just want to share as much as I can in case it can help another. The left side above my ear is usually very poofy, kinda like a cotton ball. No definition over there at all. As you can see there are curls over my left ear. The hair is clumping and practically no frizz. Around the edges of my face its usually very frizzy, but not this time and theres very little product around the edges. I usually avoid this area. I have never posted pictures, but I am excited to post these. Forgive me if I post too many. The one in the car is with my still relatively wet. The others are about an hour ago and pretty dry. The gel doesn't feel heavy on my hair. Very little crunch.

Your hair is very much like mine. You will love the regimen because it really reduces tangles and SSKs. Welcome to the thread.

 

[KiWiStyle]

I decided to apply my leave in all over and then apply my gel one row at a time starting at the nape. It did make some difference but not a lot and I do have some visible clumping, mostly at my nape. The middle of my head is one tough cookie, as is my front hairline.











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[msbettyboop]

Couple of questioner:

1. Anyone else experiencing itching? How bad is it?
2. How much hair ends up in the sink by the end of the regimen?
3. Does ghassoul cause tangling for anyone else?

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[KiWiStyle]

Youtuber DanaBNatural is my new MHM Shero! I watched all her videos...it was slow and painful at first but then I continued to watch because she was having great results.

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[GGsKin]

msbettyboop haven't experienced any 'abnormal' itching or itching due to the regimen. If you are, could it be because of the baking soda? I don't know.
I've been monitoring my shedding. I loose what is normal for me. If it's been a day or two, then not so much. But if it's been 3 days or more, it begins to look substantial (well today's wash was day 3 since my last wash and I lost about the size of a normal to large cherry (lol) in shed hair.
I haven't experienced any tangling with that clay.

 

[GGsKin]

Pics from today's wash after the gel. The front has dried quick. The rest is still damp/ wet after wrapping in a t shirt for 10 seconds.

 

[HopefulOne]

I decided to apply my leave in all over and then apply my gel one row at a time starting at the nape. It did make some difference but not a lot and I do have some visible clumping, mostly at my nape. The middle of my head is one tough cookie, as is my front hairline. Sent from my SM-N900V using LHCF

I think your progress is great. I see curls popping