Ovation Cell Therapy/Mega-Tek Challenge

[JustKiya]

:scratchch Question - (and I know I should probably be in another thread....)
Is pure MSM powder and the pure Sulfur powder used for gardening the same thing???

I was going to whip-up a mix and wondered is this safe for use on my scalp??? I thought it was at first, but now I don't know for certain....can someone help me?

You guys are so knowledgeable about other topics, I thought, why not just put it out there????

Somehow, I wouldn't do it. Largely because I don't know what the garden sulfur is made of, and what the process is, and whether it's safe for your head.
I'm pretty sure that pure Sulphur and MSM are two different products as well - maybe same root product, but two very different things.

My hair hates protein! Which product has less protein, the OCT or MT?

I don't know, actually. My hair isn't too fond of protein either - and I've been using the Mega-Tek on a regular. I do mix it with castor oil, Vitamin E oil, and SAA to help reduce the impact - all I can say so far is that I think I'll be able to skip most of my 'scheduled' protein treatments. I did one weekend before last (and I was debating if my hair REALLY needed it) - and while I don't think I'm seeing more breakage - I really think my hair could have skipped the treatment just fine.

Or, if you are really concerned - use it as a protein conditioner! Using it that infrequently most likely won't give you the nice growth boost most of us are seeing, but I betcha it'll halt breakage in it's tracks...

 

[carletta]

IS ANYONE USING OVATION WITH THEIR HAIR UP IN A WEAVE ????

 

[Cassandra1975]

Thank you!!!!

I got the SAA from lotioncrafters.com - and that actually reminds me - I also added the SAA to my mix because they claim that Ovation has more amino acids than Mega-Tek, and I figured I could add my OWN amino acids and be straight - get all the additional benefits for half the price.... Mama gotta pay for gas!!!

How much castor oil, SAA, etc are you adding to your MT? Do you measure, or pour and go? I have castor oil at home, but I would have to order SAA, if the mix alone does not work for me.

 

[JustKiya]

How much castor oil, SAA, etc are you adding to your MT? Do you measure, or pour and go? I have castor oil at home, but I would have to order SAA, if the mix alone does not work for me.

Urm.

I mix my Mega-Tek in a 2oz tub - it makes it easier for me to dab a tiny bit and apply. So, to that 2oz I add... 1/2 teaspoon of SAA (I know that cuz I measured how much a capful was), and about 1/2 tsp. each of the oils (guessing here, but it's about an equal amount of all three). I mix them together first (the SAA, Vit. E & castor), and then add a wee bit of Mega-Tek, mix it in to allow the stuff to 'suspend' into a nice cream, then fill the tub the rest of the way up with the Mega-Tek, and mix it in well.

And, I'mma be an SAA pusher, because even if you don't use it in the Mega-Tek, it's a FABULOUS additive to any of your hair mixes/items...

 

[Serenity_Peace]

I've been mixing MT and OCT in an applicator bottle, adding to that Grapeseed oil, Jojoba oil, and a little Vitamin E and a couple of drops of Rosemary. Apply that just to the scalp every other day!

I pre-poo with Alma and MT with heat. Then wash with OCT Shampoo, deep condition, and rinse with OCT condition rinse.

I must admit that MT has a lot of protein in it, so I have to be careful and make sure I deep condition and keep my hair moisturized!

I rollerset once weekly and only lose a very small amount of hair. My spray bottle includes Avocado Mist, a little Joyce Williams Hair Food (makes detangling easier for rollersets), water, Grapeseed and Jojoba oils.

I don't measure; I just eye the ingredients and make sure the mixture is diluted with water.

I usually can wait 16 weeks to relax. I'm now at 10 weeks and can no longer wait so I'm relaxing this weekend.

I've had many *random* people comment that my hair has grown but I can't tell due to the shrinkage.

So I will relax this weekend but I want to try a new lye relaxer rather than ORS Lye. I really like ORS Lye but it doesn't straighten enough for me; I'm always left underprocessed and I think that's causing some breakage.

 

[ebonylocs]

IS ANYONE USING OVATION WITH THEIR HAIR UP IN A WEAVE ????

Don'tSpeakDefeat is. She started a thread about OCT being the truth.c

 

[LondonDiva]

Is it just me or does anyone get a very warm sensation each time they apply it to their scalp. It's almost, and I'm guessing here what rubbing pepper into the scalp would feel like. It's like a peppery warm tingle.

The thing is to feel it everyday. I'd not normally get sensations everyday from using a growth aid, considering I don't wash it till day 7. You'd think there'd be build up or plenty dirt on the scalp for it not to cause an effect. With this stuff even when I scratch my scalp no under the nail gunk either. It's like it just soaks in.

This plus the (I'm going back to my 2000 pre LHCF days) Organic Root Stimulator Carrot oil for the ends....OMG this cheap stuff is the bomb. I can keep my hair and end moist and maximise on the MT growth.

Please someone step up and say I'm not crazy regarding the pepper feelin scalp.....

 

[JustKiya]

I'm with you on that LD - wayyyyyyyyy back in the thread I commented on a feeling I was getting as I was Mega'sagging my hair - I finally figured it was actually blood rushing to my scalp - which, could definitely be a peppery feeling - it's not minty cool, it's spicy warm.

 

[LondonDiva]

I'm with you on that LD - wayyyyyyyyy back in the thread I commented on a feeling I was getting as I was Mega'sagging my hair - I finally figured it was actually blood rushing to my scalp - which, could definitely be a peppery feeling - it's not minty cool, it's spicy warm.

That's the best way to describe it. Great so I'm not crazy then. Mi av a liccle pepper bun in de back of mi head right now. It feel sweet!

 

[Coffee]

I switched from using OCT to the Mega Tek Rejuvenator and I have a lot more growth from the MT Rejuvenator. I just ordered another bottle to make sure I don't run out. I'm not due for another relaxer until May 17th and I'm 99% sure, I can't go that long. I use it as a leave in and only use it 2 x per week. With the instructions that came with it, you only need 1/2 teaspoon in the bottle he sent and mix it with water, then apply to your hair/scalp.

 

[GeorginaSparks]

I just got my bottle of MegaTek....im in!!

 

[LondonDiva]

I switched from using OCT to the Mega Tek Rejuvenator and I have a lot more growth from the MT Rejuvenator. I just ordered another bottle to make sure I don't run out. I'm not due for another relaxer until May 17th and I'm 99% sure, I can't go that long. I use it as a leave in and only use it 2 x per week. With the instructions that came with it, you only need 1/2 teaspoon in the bottle he sent and mix it with water, then apply to your hair/scalp.

I'm guessing you bought from Greg or Geoff or whatever his name is. Mine came with the same instructions. I thought 1/2 a teaspon of what and mix with what. I'm on a fast ride dude to hair growth. Stuff that!! It's pure and unadulterated straight out of the bottle onto my scalp. I'll save for the water for hair washing time.

Of course I never said that to him though

 

[lane]

I usually just lurk quietly, but you are correct about the warm sensation! FYI You have been one of my hair idols since I joined LHCF.

I use MT on my scalp every evening (really trying to be consistent) and I must say my hair seems to really be thickening up. OCT and MT are incredible.

Is it just me or does anyone get a very warm sensation each time they apply it to their scalp. It's almost, and I'm guessing here what rubbing pepper into the scalp would feel like. It's like a peppery warm tingle.

The thing is to feel it everyday. I'd not normally get sensations everyday from using a growth aid, considering I don't wash it till day 7. You'd think there'd be build up or plenty dirt on the scalp for it not to cause an effect. With this stuff even when I scratch my scalp no under the nail gunk either. It's like it just soaks in.

This plus the (I'm going back to my 2000 pre LHCF days) Organic Root Stimulator Carrot oil for the ends....OMG this cheap stuff is the bomb. I can keep my hair and end moist and maximise on the MT growth.

Please someone step up and say I'm not crazy regarding the pepper feelin scalp.....

 

[LondonDiva]

I usually just lurk quietly, but you are correct about the warm sensation! FYI You have been one of my hair idols since I joined LHCF.

I use MT on my scalp every evening (really trying to be consistent) and I must say my hair seems to really be thickening up. OCT and MT are incredible.

Me a hair idol of yours. I didn't think my hair looked halfway decent in the 6 years or so of being on this board since last month when I cut it.

Thank you that's much appreciated.

 

[Coffee]

I'm guessing you bought from Greg or Geoff or whatever his name is. Mine came with the same instructions. I thought 1/2 a teaspon of what and mix with what. I'm on a fast ride dude to hair growth. Stuff that!! It's pure and unadulterated straight out of the bottle onto my scalp. I'll save for the water for hair washing time.

Of course I never said that to him though

Yep that zactly what I am using. Well if my har has grown this much using it with water, I wonder what will happen if I use it straight ?

 

[Shaley]

Wonderwoman is absolutely right! I wish I hadn't wasted all that time (and product). Use it daily! Rinse it if you can, but even if you only wash once every 2 weeks I'd still say apply it daily. I didn't see anything when I was using it once/week. I think the instructions should say...

For maximum results use daily for 3-5 minutes AND overnight once/wk. I think that's what they mean. They way they have it written it looks like once/week overnight alone will get you max growth, but it doesn't.

Yeah, it does say to only use once per their website but obviously people are getting major results using it more than 3 times per week. Starting this week I will up my usage to several times a week.

 

[Flavia]

Is anyone else using the OCT as a leave-in and MT on wash days?

 

[Lucky's Mom]

Ok - Help.

I am natural.
How is this Mega Tek Used? A pre Poo? A Leave in??
I think I can find it where I get my cat's food...............

I am totally confused - but I know I cannot pay 50 bucks for a bottle OCT... no way...

Help girls!

 

[dontspeakdefeat]

You ladies are making me wanna up my usage to daily!!

 

[Lucky's Mom]

Ok - Help.

I am natural.
How is this Mega Tek Used? A pre Poo? A Leave in??
I think I can find it where I get my cat's food...............

I am totally confused - but I know I cannot pay 50 bucks for a bottle OCT... no way...

Help girls!

Can somenoe help me out here?????

 

[tlstacy]

Mega-Tek is being used in many different ways. The directions say to shampoo hair, apply Mega-Tek, leave it on for 5 minutes and rinse - that's it. However, some are using it as a leave-in and others are deep conditioning with it. I follow the directions and use it on my nape as a leave-in. I think I have an inch of growth on my nape after about 3 weeks. I just started using it on my entire head. I think it is up to you how you want to use it. It has protein in it so how your hair responds to protein may help you figure out how you want to use it. Hope this helps!

Can somenoe help me out here?????

 

[GeorginaSparks]

I mixed mine with lenzi's request and castor oil and it does smell like coconuts I hid the bottle wayyy in the back of my closet so my roomie doesnt see the HUGE "hoof" thingy on the bottle.

 

[lovelymissyoli]

BELIEVE THE HYPE LADIES!!! :bouncegre

Wow, I can't believe the once skeptic in me is saying such a thing!

(this is going to be long so please bare with me!!)

Ladies I relaxed my hair on 4/7. This time around I went much straighter...in fact bone straight in some areas instead of my usual texlax. Anyways, I began using Mega-Tek on 4/14 (as noted in my journals). I was consistent with it for 2 days and then got tired of parting my hair to apply it to my scalp. It took way too long. So I procrastinated for a few days until I went to Sally's and purchased an applicator bottle to apply my MT (4/14). The following day I decided to get serious about my growth so I put some twists in my hair so that I could apply MT evenly throughout my entire head everyday. I would also be co-washing every morning so I knew the MT would be applied to wet hair as the directions says it should.

I took my twists out yesterday, after wearing them for 6 days. I washed, rollerset, and then flat ironed my hair. Now let's fast forward to today. I just finished putting in flexi rods and was wondering why I wasn't able to get my roots straight with the flat iron. I have a technique for this and I couldn't understand why my freshly relaxed hair was acting up after only 2 weeks? I usually don't see growth until week 5!

So I went in for further inspection and would you believe that after 6 days of using MT I have close to 1/4" +/- growth in certain places?!?!
​

I just had to share!! I believe the hype now , and once I attend this event I have this week, I'm putting the twists back in and applying MT daily!! Here I was thinking that it wasn't doing anything and I should have shelled out the cash for OT, but MT is a keeper!!

Oh and before I get one of those *need pics* icons, here's a photo...it's not the best, but you get the idea!

 

[gymfreak336]

^^^ 6 days!!!! Thats amazing.

 

[Lucky's Mom]

Mega-Tek is being used in many different ways. The directions say to shampoo hair, apply Mega-Tek, leave it on for 5 minutes and rinse - that's it. However, some are using it as a leave-in and others are deep conditioning with it. I follow the directions and use it on my nape as a leave-in. I think I have an inch of growth on my nape after about 3 weeks. I just started using it on my entire head. I think it is up to you how you want to use it. It has protein in it so how your hair responds to protein may help you figure out how you want to use it. Hope this helps!

Thanks!!!

HMMM - protien........ So are just the relaxed laides using this?
I can't over use protien as a natural...............

 

[dontspeakdefeat]

BELIEVE THE HYPE LADIES!!! :bouncegre

Wow, I can't believe the once skeptic in me is saying such a thing!

(this is going to be long so please bare with me!!)

Ladies I relaxed my hair on 4/7. This time around I went much straighter...in fact bone straight in some areas instead of my usual texlax. Anyways, I began using Mega-Tek on 4/14 (as noted in my journals). I was consistent with it for 2 days and then got tired of parting my hair to apply it to my scalp. It took way too long. So I procrastinated for a few days until I went to Sally's and purchased an applicator bottle to apply my MT (4/14). The following day I decided to get serious about my growth so I put some twists in my hair so that I could apply MT evenly throughout my entire head everyday. I would also be co-washing every morning so I knew the MT would be applied to wet hair as the directions says it should.

I took my twists out yesterday, after wearing them for 6 days. I washed, rollerset, and then flat ironed my hair. Now let's fast forward to today. I just finished putting in flexi rods and was wondering why I wasn't able to get my roots straight with the flat iron. I have a technique for this and I couldn't understand why my freshly relaxed hair was acting up after only 2 weeks? I usually don't see growth until week 5!

So I went in for further inspection and would you believe that after 6 days of using MT I have close to 1/4" +/- growth in certain places?!?! ​

I just had to share!! I believe the hype now , and once I attend this event I have this week, I'm putting the twists back in and applying MT daily!! Here I was thinking that it wasn't doing anything and I should have shelled out the cash for OT, but MT is a keeper!!

Oh and before I get one of those *need pics* icons, here's a photo...it's not the best, but you get the idea!

Absolutely amazing!!

 

[Diya]

This is very encouraging! I get a fresh relaxer and my OCT this week, so I'll start documenting my progress as soon as it arrives

 

[Ms.Honey]

Thanks!!!

HMMM - protien........ So are just the relaxed laides using this?
I can't over use protien as a natural...............

You can mix it with other stuff if you want. You can also but it directly on your scalp instead of your hair.

 

[JustKiya]

Thanks!!!

HMMM - protien........ So are just the relaxed laides using this?
I can't over use protien as a natural...............

I'm a natural, and I'm using it! My hair is pretty protein sensitive, and it's been LOVING on the Mega-Tek! I mix mine with a lil Vitamin E oil, a lil Castor Oil, and a lil SAA - it soaks right into my scalp and my roots love it!

I do think that I might have to start skipping my protein treatments though, as I don't think my hair needs it, at all, now.

 

[tt8]

Thanks!!!

HMMM - protien........ So are just the relaxed laides using this?
I can't over use protien as a natural...............

NO, I started this challenge off natural like other challenge members. It's an equal opportunity grower

You can mix it with other stuff if you want. You can also but it directly on your scalp instead of your hair.

Most of us are getting growth by applying to the scalp and strength by applying to length of hair. Be advised if you do put on your ends that its a little amount followed by a moisturizer and or sealant. Castor oil is a great one. HTH