Micono...WHADAHECK???

[CreoleInDC]

I posted this yesterday and it disappeared. (I'd also like to know WHY it was removed. Are the makers of the product sponsers or something?)

My question was whether or not I (and the 7 other people who'd posted in it) was the only person who thought using this was a bad idea. I mean...the headache thing alone scared me into thinking it might not be the best thing to do.

 

[mblake8]

You were having headaches when you used it?

 

[CreoleInDC]

Oh...and if you ARE using this stuff on your hair...it's probably not the best idea to buy it from a dollar store: http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/personal-finance/dangerous-products-what-you-can-do-1104.htm

http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/personal-finance/dangerous-products-1104/overview.htm

 

[glamazon386]

What headache thing? I've used it and haven't experienced any side effects...

 

[MizaniMami]

When I first came here there was a lot of things that people did that I though was weird: lol bunning, using food in conditioners, protective styling, and the list goes on.
Now I love me some honey in my conditioner and do somewhat protective styling. So then I started to see that some people do what they do for them.

I say, if it works for them than who am I to judge. Everyone has their special little "ummph" that hurries their long hair quest. I don't think it's anymore weird that me gulping down vitamins everyday

 

[sareca]

The beginning of the original Miconazole Nitrate thread is basically people talking about other people being crazy or them being scared. It actually got kind of ugly.

http://www.longhaircareforum.com/showthread.php?t=1209&highlight=nitrate

 

[CreoleInDC]

What headache thing? I've used it and haven't experienced any side effects...

I just did a search on here and read about the headaches some experienced.

OT...you and your girls are FLY! GO GIRL!

 

[glamazon386]

I just did a search on here and read about the headaches some experienced.

OT...you and your girls are FLY! GO GIRL!

Thanks! Idk about the headache thing, i'll look at the thread later just to be safe. But I guess this goes back to the whole what works for one person's head may not for the next thing. To each his own. You have to do what you feel is best for you and your hair. Cuz I know for sure, I would not put no Horsey MTG potion on my head. I don't care if it was marketed for humans before or not. And it's stinky too? Oh hell no I will not do it. The thought of it makes my skin crawl. But nah seriously, I'm not gonna knock the ladies here who are using MTG and it's working for them either. I got good results from the miconazole. So I'm gonna stick with it. Even more than popping all those vitamins. I just ran out of the vits and I don't plan on buying anymore now that I found the miconazole. HHG LADIES!!

 

[HoneyDew]

When I first came here there was a lot of things that people did that I though was weird: lol bunning, using food in conditioners, protective styling, and the list goes on.
Now I love me some honey in my conditioner and do somewhat protective styling. So then I started to see that some people do what they do for them.

I say, if it works for them than who am I to judge. Everyone has their special little "ummph" that hurries their long hair quest. I don't think it's anymore weird that me gulping down vitamins everyday

Well said.

Also, for those that think it is crazy to use MN (I used to be one), just think of all of the products that are marketed for hair loss and dermititis. Many of them are antifungals and many of them contain 'azole ingredients as the active ingredient.

And my entire perspective changed when I told my dermatologist about this and she never showed any kind of emotion about it. It was not a big deal to her, because people use Nizoral, Fluconazole and Ketoconazole and some prescription antifungal topical and shampoos all the time. They are actually used as treatment for seborrheic dermatitis and Alopecia. Actually my Derm. also told me that Selsun Blue and Head and Shoulders contain and active ingredients that can thin hair over time. She told me that treatments like Nizoral shampoo are better. (not internally, though)

It really isn’t that big of a deal.

 

[glamazon386]

Well said.

Also, for those that think it is crazy to use MN (I used to be one), just think of all of the products that are marketed for hair loss and dermititis. Many of them are antifungals and many of them contain 'azole ingredients as the active ingredient.

And my entire perspective changed when I told my dermatologist about this and she never showed any kind of emotion about it. It was not a big deal to her, because people use Nizoral, Fluconazole and Ketoconazole and some prescription antifungal topical and shampoos all the time. They are actually used as treatment for seborrheic dermatitis and Alopecia. Actually my Derm. also told me that Selsun Blue and Head and Shoulders contain and active ingredients that can thin hair over time. She told me that treatments like Nizoral shampoo are better. (not internally, though)

It really isn’t that big of a deal.

I agree with HoneyDew. My mom just recently had a patch in her head that she kept scratching and it started going bald. When her hairdresser relaxed her hair it got bigger. The woman just told her it must have been stress and to stop scratching it. But she was doing it unconsciously. The spot was about the size of a half dollar by then and my mom has a head full of thick relaxed APL hair. When I saw that there was no hair there, I told her to go to the dermatologist because she didn't know what that was and it could get worse. She had a yeast infection in her head. The Dr. ended up prescribing her Nizoral shampoo, some antibiotics and some antifungal ketonazole foam stuff that was like $80. She didn't want to do all of that but wanted to save her hair. She ended up not using the shampoo because she heard it would dry her hair out but it cleared up within a few weeks. If that antifungal stuff and the nizoral were prescribed to her by a dr, what's the problem with using miconazole for our hair? It's been proven to grow hair right? If a dr is prescribing it or similar medications, it should be fine. And why is there such an uproar about this product? So many people have a problem with people using this product and feel the need to express it. Was there a backlash like this when MTG was introduced to the board? If you don't think it's a good idea, then don't use it. Plain and simple. I don't see what the big deal is. At least this is formulated for human use.

 

[Poohbear]

Not that it's a bad idea or anything, I just don't see the point of putting this stuff on your scalp; it doesn't make sense to me unless you have some type of infection or fungus on your scalp...I don't think it's nasty or anything like that... I just believe no topical cream or product is going to make your hair grow at a faster rate.

 

[HoneyDew]

By the way, here is my original post about MN when I started using it in March.


I have been afraid to share my progress because of how many haters are out there, but I decided to for those that are open minded.

I mean there are ladies all over the world walking around smelling of cade oil and sulfur MTG juices, but they never get any hate.

I just can't use that stuff.

I even tried mixing my own Sulfur powder and oil, but it left too much build up for the styles I like to wear. I don't like oily weighed down hair.

So, because I was skeptical too, I decided to try Miconazole Nitrate. I just can't bring myself to use Monistat, so I opted for Neosporin AF. I like the texture of it actually and it never gets in my hair.

I read all the buzz here about Miconazole Nitrate, but I got really hyped up after a neighbor of mine grew her hair pretty fast after getting it cut. I commented on how fast it grew and she said that she uses Elta creams on her scalp for a boost. Specifically Elta Trivase and Elta Tar Lite, she told me. I am going to try the Elta Trivase, I think. I ordered some from Ebay.

Anyway, I have been using Neosporin AF almos everyday for 2 weeks. Check my album for a picture. I will continue to track it for another month or so to see if the growth rate continues. I am still a bit skeptical.

 

[*Frisky*]

Everyone is entitled to their opinion about how they feel about it. Some negative, some positive. I have not experienced any side effects from using it what so ever. And if people are getting headaches from it then again, it is their choice to continue to use it or not. Alot of people are doubting that it is even working but it seems to me that at least 90% or more of the people that are using it are experiencing growth so its hard for me to believe that all of us are that crazy and are imagining things.

 

[sareca]

Not that it's a bad idea or anything, I just don't see the point of putting this stuff on your scalp; it doesn't make sense to me unless you have some type of infection or fungus on your scalp...I don't think it's nasty or anything like that... I just believe no topical cream or product is going to make your hair grow at a faster rate.

Oh, but it does... but I believe anything is possible.

 

[goldensensation]

Not that it's a bad idea or anything, I just don't see the point of putting this stuff on your scalp; it doesn't make sense to me unless you have some type of infection or fungus on your scalp...I don't think it's nasty or anything like that... I just believe no topical cream or product is going to make your hair grow at a faster rate.

I agree. I mean, isnt it like using antibiotics too much? You use it too often and you make yourself more susceptible to bacteria, or in this case, fungus?

But like I said in the other thread, to each, her own. We all do things that people dont necessarily agree with.

 

[Poohbear]

Oh, but it does... but I believe anything is possible.

Sure, anything is possible... but I think it's more psychological than anything...

Let me tell you my experience...

The only product I tried since being here on LHCF was Surge for a month or two, and I did the Stinky Challenge (I used Sulfur 8, Glovers, and Frenchee) for a week (could not stand putting my fingers in that crap to put on my scalp). This was back in 2004 or 2005. None of that stuff made my hair grow any faster. I felt so stupid for even jumping on the bandwagon. I realized that nothing applied to the scalp can make it grow faster... faster growth comes from within (genetics and how you take care of your body). Plus, I know my hair will grow without all that gunk on my scalp.

The products may help retain length by protecting the hair from breakage, but it will not make it grow faster. I've seen all the comparison shots and such from using these so-called growth aids and it's not a dramatic difference of growth.

Just my 2 cents...

 

[deborah11]

where can I find the information regarding headaches as possible side effect as I would like to read this. thanks.

 

[*Frisky*]

Sure, anything is possible... but I think it's more psychological than anything...

Let me tell you my experience...

The only product I tried since being here on LHCF was Surge for a month or two, and I did the Stinky Challenge (I used Sulfur 8, Glovers, and Frenchee) for a week (could not stand putting my fingers in that crap to put on my scalp). This was back in 2004 or 2005. None of that stuff made my hair grow any faster. I felt so stupid for even jumping on the bandwagon. I realized that nothing applied to the scalp can make it grow faster... faster growth comes from within (genetics and how you take care of your body). Plus, I know my hair will grow without all that gunk on my scalp.

The products may help retain length by protecting the hair from breakage, but it will not make it grow faster. I've seen all the comparison shots and such from using these so-called growth aids and it's not a dramatic difference of growth.

Just my 2 cents...

Wow...well I think alot of us need to find a shrink and real soon

 

[atlien11]

Sure, anything is possible... but I think it's more psychological than anything...

Let me tell you my experience...

The only product I tried since being here on LHCF was Surge for a month or two, and I did the Stinky Challenge (I used Sulfur 8, Glovers, and Frenchee) for a week (could not stand putting my fingers in that crap to put on my scalp). This was back in 2004 or 2005. None of that stuff made my hair grow any faster. I felt so stupid for even jumping on the bandwagon. I realized that nothing applied to the scalp can make it grow faster... faster growth comes from within (genetics and how you take care of your body). Plus, I know my hair will grow without all that gunk on my scalp.

The products may help retain length by protecting the hair from breakage, but it will not make it grow faster. I've seen all the comparison shots and such from using these so-called growth aids and it's not a dramatic difference of growth.

Just my 2 cents...

I might have to agree with this. Im sure the other stuff doesnt hurt (well hopefully it wont) but your hair grows at its own pace. Perhaps topical solutions just help it along...

 

[balisi]

Sure, anything is possible... but I think it's more psychological than anything...

...to the scalp can make it grow faster... faster growth comes from within (genetics and how you take care of your body). Plus, I know my hair will grow without all that gunk on my scalp.

The products may help retain length by protecting the hair from breakage, but it will not make it grow faster. I've seen all the comparison shots and such from using these so-called growth aids and it's not a dramatic difference of growth.
Just my 2 cents...

My thoughts exactly. Is it really the PRODUCT or the manner in which it is applied, namely MASSAGED or rubbed into the scalp, that promotes hair growth? I believe that any growth visible in comparison shots would have been achieved without the topicals, vitamins, okra, etc. It's not for me, but to each her own.

 

[Poohbear]

Wow...well I think alot of us need to find a shrink and real soon

No! I'm not saying anyone here is crazy in the head for using this! You know what I mean.

 

[*Frisky*]

No! I'm not saying anyone here is crazy in the head for using this! You know what I mean.

I took it as you were saying that it is a psychological thing that we are seeing our hair grow but its really not.

 

[HoneyDew]

I took it as you were saying that it is a psychological thing that we are seeing our hair grow but its really not.

You are right. I know my growth rate and I also know there are products that I have used that have increased it. I can tell by how much new growth I have and how much sooner it seems that I need to get a touch up.

Also, multiple people have the same/similar results.

But, I don't think it is something that I have to convince anyone of. I can just do my thing for me.

 

[*Frisky*]

You are right. I know my growth rate and I also know there are products that I have used that have increased it. I can tell by how much new growth I have and how much sooner it seems that I need to get a touch up.

Also, multiple people have the same/similar results.

But, I don't think it is something that I have to convince anyone of. I can just do my thing for me.

Ditto.....

 

[Cooyah]

ok, most of us know how our hair grows. mine grows about 4 inches per year, very very slow. so say i use something topical, no vits just topical aids. and i get 8 inches for that year, is that psychological as well?

 

[Poohbear]

I took it as you were saying that it is a psychological thing that we are seeing our hair grow but its really not.

Close!

I'm not saying that you see hair growth and it's not growing...

When I say it's a psychological thing, I'm saying that when you notice growth, you think its growing faster than before when it's really not growing any faster.

Of course your hair grows regardless, but not at a faster rate from a topical product applied to the scalp. Growth comes from within.

 

[Crackers Phinn]

I will believe it works when I see progress pictures. Considering that the person who started that thread in 2002, only posted 11 times and didn't put pics up, it makes me wonder how this particular bandwagon had so many boarders. But to each her own.

I probably still wouldn't use it, even if it works, but then I will at very least know folks aren't using coochie cream on their head in vain.

 

[*Frisky*]

I will believe it works when I see progress pictures. Considering that the person who started that thread in 2002, only posted 11 times and didn't put pics up, it makes me wonder how this particular bandwagon had so many boarders. But to each her own.

I probably still wouldn't use it, even if it works, but then I will at very least know folks aren't using coochie cream on their head in vain.

A few people have posted pics recently...I am not sure which particular thread they are in though..

 

[KiniKakes]

You are right. I know my growth rate and I also know there are products that I have used that have increased it. I can tell by how much new growth I have and how much sooner it seems that I need to get a touch up.

Also, multiple people have the same/similar results.

But, I don't think it is something that I have to convince anyone of. I can just do my thing for me.

**THANK YOU**
Nuff said.

 

[chocolatesis]

I just had to say that I started using MN about two weeks ago (a week after my last TU). I noticed that it made my roots feel kind of rough. Then, as my two week mark was approaching (2 wks using MN), I thought for sure it's not working. I thought these ladies just think it's working because their roots feel like new growth, when it's not all new growth. But now I'm three weeks post relaxer and I already have 1/2 inch of new growth (measured my hair before I started and then again this weekend). And I know I usually get about 3/4 inch every 8 weeks.

I can understand why people doubt though. I'm sitting here with all this new growth 3 wks after my last TU, and I still find it hard to believe!!!