Most IMPORTANT thing you`ve learned since joining LHCF?

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in_di_vi_du_al

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Before I joined LHCF
I was a forum stalker- until I FINALLY decided
to fork over my $6.50!
:drunk:
Im wondering..

What is the most important thing you've learned since joining & stuck by?
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Hair always grows (including "Black Hair") it's RETENTION that makes the difference in length (or volume for the Afro set).

This line of thinking changed how I constructed regimens and gave me hope to reach my hair goals.
 
I must use a water based moisturizer and then seal with oil. Before LHCF, I thought putting oil on my hair once a week or so was moisturizing it.

ETA: Learning about the protein/moisture balance. I had no knowledge of this pre-LHCF.
 
What works for one person may or may not work for me so listen to my hair. In translation don't believe the hype of commercials, advertisements and even all the wonderful product reviews. Your hair will tell you what it wants and when it wants it if I just pay attention to it instead of everything and everyone else.

The byproduct of this was building patience and stamina about my hair and my journey because some of you ladies, let's face it, you have hair that grows like weeds and some of us are the complete opposite, we would be lucky if we eeked out 1/4 of normal growth each month.
 
mscocoface said:
What works for one person may or may not work for me so listen to my hair. In translation don't believe the hype of commercials, advertisements and even all the wonderful product reviews. Your hair will tell you what it wants and when it wants it if I just pay attention to it instead of everything and everyone else.

The byproduct of this was building patience and stamina about my hair and my journey because some of you ladies, let's face it, you have hair that grows like weeds and some of us are the complete opposite, we would be lucky if we eeked out 1/4 of normal growth each month.
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Ive had to learn that as well.
There is a lot to soak up on this site!
I learned to pick & choose between
products, methods & challanges
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That my hair is just hair. That my hair isn't really that different from the hair of other races, and that products made for other people can work for me too.
 
To be consistent with what works and my hair loves water. I learn something almost everytime I log in to this website but my most important lesson has been to experiment and be consistent when you find something that works.

I still sample products and try new styles and tools, but other things I never slack on like daily condition washing, 3 month relaxer stretches, use head scarfs to avoid friction, low manipulation styling, avoid high/frequent heat. I have been faithfully doing these things since january 2007 and I am now BSL from barely shoulder length :yep: .
 
I have learned that the moisture/protein balance is real and very important. I have learned about co-washing and I am trying to share the news. I have learned a great deal about different oils and how to incorporate them in my conditioners, being gentle on my hair when it tangles, and many other things.

I am still learning something new and I am glad that I have found this site. I have had a few set backs but that's okay. I have learned from them and will continue to forward on my hair journey.
 
I was a "learning lurker" before I joined! I've learned a lot from the forum as well as "as a result of the forum".

I learned about co-washing here. I haven't used shampoo in months. I only co-wash. I love the results.

I've learned that my hair was begging for moisture.

I now use my wide tooth comb 90% of the time whether my hair is wet or dry.

I stopped washing my hair in the kitchen sink because I was causing unnecessary tangles by piling my hair on top of my head. I now co-wash in the shower.

As a result of this site I've decided to treat my hair like fine China, with TLC.

I'm still trying to learn patience. Lord help me!

Oh and I learn the name of my "disorder" is PJ otherwise known as product junkie!
 
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-increased styling options
-if something works, stick with it until it doesn't
-keep it simple (regi, manipulation, styling)
 
I've learned that natural products such as ayurvedic tea rinses, bentonite clay, and (dear me!) I must not forget coconut oil - all do wonders for hair.

Oh and co-washing and regular water rinses are best for my hair.

KISS
 
Moisture, Moisture, Moisture!
DC's water-based moisturizers, and just plain WATER!
And how to cut down on heat.
 
I have learned that I can get my hair wet more than weekly or bi-weekly. The only thing that will happen is that I will lose my style. My relaxer won't "fade" or my hair won't revert as a relaxer is a permanent change. This prompted me to take swimming lessons which I thoroughly enjoyed.

Also, my hair loves coconut oil.

Protein treatments, commercial or home-made, are a remedy for breakage.

My hair can look good (via rollersets and braidouts) while stretching.

Rollersets are worth the hassle to learn to do. They can serve as the foundation to versatile hair styles - straight, curly, updos, etc.
 
Just do you!!! Whatever hair journey you take whether it be natural or relaxed, remember it doesn't mean one is better than the other. It is " A MATTER OF CHOICE" as long has you keep a healthy hair regime.
 
I've learned so much from this forum!
I've learned when I need a touch up that I should never relax my hair from root to ends, since my relaxer didn't disappear between touch ups!
I've learned to baby my ends with moisture and protective styling.
I've learned to moisturize and seal!
And I've learned about ayurvedic practices (and henna) for my hair.
 
The importance of moisturizing and sealing. When I was relaxed, I didn't moisturize much (if any).

Learning the science behind hair has been interesting too.
 
To listen to the ladies on here. If a lot of ppl are talking about it then it's worth a try. So many things (coconut oil, ayurvedic, shampoo bars!) I learned by just doing that.
 
- moisturize and seal
- maintain a moisture/protein balance
- don't comb/brush dry hair
- WE CAN ALL RETAIN LENGTH!
 
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