New to the Forum - HELP!

[crimsonelegance]

I just joined the forum today and really would like to get some suggestions from those of you who have been successful in growing your hair out and stopping breakage. I have been natural for about 4 years, but my hair is still thin, shedding, and very thin around the edges. I have worn weaves, wigs, ponytails. Recently, I got a dye-job - not healthy, but I needed to cover the gray and needed a change.

I have spent so, so much money on hair products - natural and not so natural. Please give me some tips. I joined today just so I could take advantage of your advice.

Peace!

Crimson

 

[Anacaona]

Hi Crimson and WELCOME!!!




Are you fully natural or do you still have relaxed ends?
I'm sure the experts will chime in, but are you doing any moisturizing or protein treatments on your hair?

 

[casey3035]

Welcome and good luck! Bumping for more replies....

 

[LovingLady]

What is your current regimen? What products are you currently using and have tried.

 

[Ms_CoCo37]

Welcome Crimson!

You've definitely come to the right place. Let us know what your current regimen is, whether you're using protein treatments, taking vitamin supplements, eating habits, etc.

Also, what's your stress level? Stress is a major factor when it comes to breakage (especially around the nape and temple area). I had this issue myself a few years back.

Looking forward to hearing from you.

 

[Prettypsych]

Sistaslick's articles are awesome. They helped me immensely. I'll pull them up. Also, get a Cathy Howse book (vol 1 or 2)- they're virtually the same. She has good basics. Also, growafrohairlong.com was helpful to me too.

Will be back.

 

[Prettypsych]

Here is an article from Sistaslick on shedding and breaking. Her other articles can be found here as well.

http://public.fotki.com/sistaslick/sistaslicks-healthy/hair-breakage-and-s/