Official: For Short Haired Ladies...APL by Dec'09!

[Nya33]

Hi all just posted a separate progress thread but here is my progress on megatek up to april. I really need to get back on it the problem is i'm in a period where i want to keep changing styles! I know too much manipulation!

I'm praying i reach APL by Dec 09, lol!

Wishing you all well!
Sep 08


Dec08


Apr09

April 09

 

[**Glamourlicious**]

I am still trying to make it to APL...I hope to make it before the end of summer.

 

[kinkylyfe]

Regimine: I’ve been wearing half wig w/ cornrows underneath. I spritz my hair almost daily in the morning with vegt glycerin, aloe juice and rosemary or peppermint. Also use MT/OCT in scalp at night approx 3days/ week and always use a leave in conditioner. Lastly, POO & DC bi-monthly.
Plan: taking a break and getting braids!

 

[Nya33]

I have my UPDATE PICS ladies.............

Last night I DC'd on dry hair for an hour with Organic Olive Oil Deep Conditioner, washed with Slicon Mix Shampoo, conditioned with Silicon Mix conditioner, blowdried, then flat ironed using Sabino Moisture Block and Chi Silk Infusion for my March 31 updates.

The results were amazing!!!

The front of my hair is about an inch from APL but my back and nape have only grew a little. Extra TLC will be needed to get me over the SL hump.

Enjoy these pics. For more, check out my fotki here: http://public.fotki.com/Nurse-Manushka/march2009update/

Your results are fantastic well done!

I really need some sabino!

 

[Evolving78]

Here is my update. I want to be full SL at the end of this quarter so I'm doing nothing but protective styles. I'm in two strand twists right now.

when did you hit shoulder length? that is some good growth.

 

[truthbetold]

Hi everyone. I'm finally checking in. Sorry I didn't post sooner but wanted to wait until my next relaxer. Finally relaxed on April 3 and am sad to say I am not pleased with my retention---at all. Just finished a 10 week stretch and my hair looks no longer than 10 weeks ago--I think I actually may have lost some length . I've been switching products in and out of my regi so I think that could be part of the problem. Anyway...my progress pics are below and please disregard the date--i need to reset my camera. The 1st pic is from Jan 24,09 relaxer. The 2nd is from April 3,09. HHG.

 

[manter26]

Hi everyone. I'm finally checking in. Sorry I didn't post sooner but wanted to wait until my next relaxer. Finally relaxed on April 3 and am sad to say I am not pleased with my retention---at all. Just finished a 10 week stretch and my hair looks no longer than 10 weeks ago--I think I actually may have lost some length . I've been switching products in and out of my regi so I think that could be part of the problem. Anyway...my progress pics are below and please disregard the date--i need to reset my camera. The 1st pic is from Jan 24,09 relaxer. The 2nd is from April 3,09. HHG.

it looks longer to me. u can tell by wear it hits ur shoulder blades. and it definitely looks thicker. great progress!

 

[Minnie]

Just checking in. I just re-braided after only 2weeks. I have no idea what went wrong this time. But everything is going fine.

 

[sparklebh]

I am I too late to join. I am new and not sure how to post pics. I am EL right now on the sides and NL in the back.Would love to be SL by July it's my SO b-day. He thinks I am crazy with all my talk about hair and stuff. Would just love to see his face when I take my bun down in July and he see the growth.

 

[LushLox]

Hi everyone. I'm finally checking in. Sorry I didn't post sooner but wanted to wait until my next relaxer. Finally relaxed on April 3 and am sad to say I am not pleased with my retention---at all. Just finished a 10 week stretch and my hair looks no longer than 10 weeks ago--I think I actually may have lost some length . I've been switching products in and out of my regi so I think that could be part of the problem. Anyway...my progress pics are below and please disregard the date--i need to reset my camera. The 1st pic is from Jan 24,09 relaxer. The 2nd is from April 3,09. HHG.

That's how I felt after a long stretch too, but sometimes it's not about the length, it's about thickness, and your hair definitely looks thicker.

 

[Nya33]

Hi everyone. I'm finally checking in. Sorry I didn't post sooner but wanted to wait until my next relaxer. Finally relaxed on April 3 and am sad to say I am not pleased with my retention---at all. Just finished a 10 week stretch and my hair looks no longer than 10 weeks ago--I think I actually may have lost some length . I've been switching products in and out of my regi so I think that could be part of the problem. Anyway...my progress pics are below and please disregard the date--i need to reset my camera. The 1st pic is from Jan 24,09 relaxer. The 2nd is from April 3,09. HHG.

It is definitely fuller, hang in there and as you are marking your progress you will see the difference as your hair continues to grow.

 

[SCarolinaGirl]

I've decided to relax my hair today. I'm 7 weeks 1 day post and I don't think stretching is for me. I'll be back with a progress update later!

 

[taz007]

I've decided to relax my hair today. I'm 7 weeks 1 day post and I don't think stretching is for me. I'll be back with a progress update later!

Oooooo, I can't wait to see your update. Your hair looks really good!

I am with you on the relaxing. I am 7 weeks post as well and my NG is outta control. I did a hot oil treatment last night and will rinse it out this morning. If this does not work I will be relaxing on Tuesday.

 

[SCarolinaGirl]

Here's my length shot... Sorry that some are dark, my camera was being special! I'm going to update my siggy in a few...

 

[MA2010]

Futurescbride,

Your hair is growing girl! I bet you will make APL real soon.

 

[The Princess]

Futurescbride, you hair has taken off full speed ahead. Whatever you doing, keep doing it. You will at APL in no time. Good Job.

 

[The Princess]

Right now, im DC with ORS Replenish Pak and I mixed some Jojoba Oil with it. Then im going to decide if im going to relax this week, or can I wait another 2 weeks. This week I will be 10 weeks post, im trying to do another 12 weeks.

 

[The Princess]

Hi everyone. I'm finally checking in. Sorry I didn't post sooner but wanted to wait until my next relaxer. Finally relaxed on April 3 and am sad to say I am not pleased with my retention---at all. Just finished a 10 week stretch and my hair looks no longer than 10 weeks ago--I think I actually may have lost some length . I've been switching products in and out of my regi so I think that could be part of the problem. Anyway...my progress pics are below and please disregard the date--i need to reset my camera. The 1st pic is from Jan 24,09 relaxer. The 2nd is from April 3,09. HHG.

Well to me your hair look alot fuller and thicker...and I would take thickness and fullness over length anyday..You did good.

 

[ajacks]

Just checking in. I am removing my sew-in on Wednesday and getting another install. I probably won't do a length check but I will get a chance to re-evaluate my hair for the first time since my henna fiasco. Hopefully my hair was able to recover some this last 5-weeks and I won't need a major trim. I was hoping to make APL by August; but I have to keep reminding myself "health over thickness".

 

[latingirly020488]

Hey ladies! I am also checking in and I have decided to try and stretch for 5-6 months... so I wont have any update pics till August. I am hoping that by then I could be atleast 1inch away from APL. I will be combing my hair once a week , washing once a week including deep conditioning and rollersetting. moisturizing with lisa akbari moisturizer plus and sealing ends with coconut oil. I also be trying the coconut milk and lime treatment to soften my new growth while im stretching. Wish me luck ! I wish you ladies all the luck and YES we will be armpit length before 09 is over we can do it!

 

[taz007]

Just checking in. I am removing my sew-in on Wednesday and getting another install. I probably won't do a length check but I will get a chance to re-evaluate my hair for the first time since my henna fiasco. Hopefully my hair was able to recover some this last 5-weeks and I won't need a major trim. I was hoping to make APL by August; but I have to keep reminding myself "health over thickness".

Ajacks,

If I may ask, what exactly does Reneice do to make everyone's hair look fabulous? Does she have you follow a specific routine? Shampoo, conditioning, and trimming regime? Thank you.

 

[ajacks]

Ajacks,

If I may ask, what exactly does Reneice do to make everyone's hair look fabulous? Does she have you follow a specific routine? Shampoo, conditioning, and trimming regime? Thank you.

I get asked this question often, and I honestly don't have an answer for it. My regimen is really simple(and yes she did help me come up with this regimen): wash/dc once every 2-weeks, moisturize/seal every other day and OCT on scalp daily. I get a new install every 6-8 weeks. I relax every 6-months. I only go to Reniece for installs and chemical services. She only trims my hair twice a year. She has suggested products for me to use such as SheScentIt and Mizani.

At each appointment we discuss what I have/have not been doing to my hair since the last time I saw her. If she does not like the look/feel of my hair then we will tweak my regimen accordingly. The last time I went to her was the day after I used the henna and she absolutely hated everything about my hair that day. I guess the big deal with her is that she really knows hair, and how healthy hair should look and feel. That's about it.

 

[msa]

Wow you ladies are doing really well.

I know last time I posted in here I said I was going to get a weave. But, I'm too lazy. So I think I'm just going to try wearing a bun (with some added hair) for a while. I may also start detangling daily, just to see what happens. I need to find some cute headbands. Anyway, I'm thinking by keeping my ends in a bun I should be able to retain more.

 

[flowinlocks]

Here is my update. I want to be full SL at the end of this quarter so I'm doing nothing but protective styles. I'm in two strand twists right now.

Hi all just posted a separate progress thread but here is my progress on megatek up to april. I really need to get back on it the problem is i'm in a period where i want to keep changing styles! I know too much manipulation!

I'm praying i reach APL by Dec 09, lol!

Wishing you all well!
Sep 08


April 09

Hi everyone. I'm finally checking in. Sorry I didn't post sooner but wanted to wait until my next relaxer. Finally relaxed on April 3 and am sad to say I am not pleased with my retention---at all. Just finished a 10 week stretch and my hair looks no longer than 10 weeks ago--I think I actually may have lost some length . I've been switching products in and out of my regi so I think that could be part of the problem. Anyway...my progress pics are below and please disregard the date--i need to reset my camera. The 1st pic is from Jan 24,09 relaxer. The 2nd is from April 3,09. HHG.

Here's my length shot... Sorry that some are dark, my camera was being special! I'm going to update my siggy in a few...


Keep it growing ladies!! We're getting there slowly but surely, nice progress

 

[loulou82]

when did you hit shoulder length? that is some good growth.

I was probably at SL in December/ January. But I wait until I'm a little past to claim lengths. I could be considered full SL now but I want another inch.

 

[LivingDoll]

I get asked this question often, and I honestly don't have an answer for it. My regimen is really simple(and yes she did help me come up with this regimen): wash/dc once every 2-weeks, moisturize/seal every other day and OCT on scalp daily. I get a new install every 6-8 weeks. I relax every 6-months. I only go to Reniece for installs and chemical services. She only trims my hair twice a year. She has suggested products for me to use such as SheScentIt and Mizani.

At each appointment we discuss what I have/have not been doing to my hair since the last time I saw her. If she does not like the look/feel of my hair then we will tweak my regimen accordingly. The last time I went to her was the day after I used the henna and she absolutely hated everything about my hair that day. I guess the big deal with her is that she really knows hair, and how healthy hair should look and feel. That's about it.

Ajacks, your hair looks phenomenal! I am patiently awaiting getting in with Reneice or Breon. It'll happen one of these days.

 

[LushLox]

I get asked this question often, and I honestly don't have an answer for it. My regimen is really simple(and yes she did help me come up with this regimen): wash/dc once every 2-weeks, moisturize/seal every other day and OCT on scalp daily. I get a new install every 6-8 weeks. I relax every 6-months. I only go to Reniece for installs and chemical services. She only trims my hair twice a year. She has suggested products for me to use such as SheScentIt and Mizani.

At each appointment we discuss what I have/have not been doing to my hair since the last time I saw her. If she does not like the look/feel of my hair then we will tweak my regimen accordingly. The last time I went to her was the day after I used the henna and she absolutely hated everything about my hair that day. I guess the big deal with her is that she really knows hair, and how healthy hair should look and feel. That's about it.

Now this is what you call a good hairdressing service. It sounds like you actually receive a consultation at each visit, which is excellent. Is she expensive? I'm not sure why I ask that, it's not like I can pop in for an appointment!

Your hair looks absolutely divine by the way!

 

[Kurly K]

ok update update update....i think it's a 3 month update or something close to it??

its also my one year nappiversary!!!

my one pic touching APL in the front! lol its pretty sad

 

[flowinlocks]

ok update update update....i think it's a 3 month update or something close to it??

its also my one year nappiversary!!!

my one pic touching APL in the front! lol its pretty sad

yay!! you are touching in the front!!! And the back is so close you'll be there before you know it Congrats on your progress.

 

[SCarolinaGirl]

ok update update update....i think it's a 3 month update or something close to it??

its also my one year nappiversary!!!

my one pic touching APL in the front! lol its pretty sad

You are so close to APL! Great progress!