Ovation Cell Therapy/Mega-Tek Challenge

[MuslimahTresses]

I'd advise (but of course it's up to you) use the MT daily and if you find it drying add a lil castor oil to combat dryness. I think the more you use it the better the results. I just take my hair down to apply then put it back in the protective style and don't comb it until it's wet on hair wash day.

About how much Castor Oil should be added to an 8oz bottle of MT? I want to try it but i know the protien in it would make my new growth hard and dry.

 

[AfroKink]

The package will reach my parents tomorrow. Hopefully I can convince momsie to mail it to me. I CAN'T WAIT TWO MORE WEEKS!

Lys

 

[Aggie]

I'm probably confusing you. Shakesha22 asked about a product I was going to use with my OCT/ Mega tek. I told them about that product and how I was going to use it. I was going to wash, deep condition, leave in a little of my conditioner (not oct/mega tek) and then put moisture, seal with oil, and apply the moisture block product. It would keep the moisture at the optimal level as it locks in all the moisture we put in (moisture block). Then what I'm going to do is grease with my OCT/ Mega tek mix on my scalp, without worrying about my hair reverting (I'm natural). Or at least, that's what I'm hoping it will do as I've heard great things about it and am trying it. Sorry for the confusion...

Okay thanks luckiestdestiny

 

[It~Can~Grow]

Just a personal update. I mentioned to JustKiya that I was really concentrating on my nape and temple areas because they just never seemed to grow.

Interestingly enough, it made sense why I didn't need to relax those areas because I didn't have growth, yet every 8 weeks relaxer was applied to those areas.

Anyway, enough of rant...the purpose for this was to give kudos, once again, to MT!!

I noticed over the weekend (and I know this thread is worthless w/o pics) that my temples ARE filling in and my front edges actually have waved new growth. Seriously, I can't believe it!!!

I just thought my hair in the front was a different texture and so fine I just couldn't see the new growth...duh..there wasn't any

MegaTek to the rescue, again....

Go Team MegaTek

 

[Aggie]

A really great treatment for shedding hair is Alter Ego Garlic Treatment. I bought mine from www.sickbay.biz. I also have Nutrine garlic shampoo and conditioner. The shampoo I use sparingly and pay careful attention to apply to my scalp only as it has a clarifying affect on the hair. Perhaps it can also be diluted before applying to your scalp and remember - sparingly.

I also sometimes use an at home treatment I make myself. Here is the recipe - Crush about 7-9 cloves of garlic and mix with about 2 oz of extra virgin olive oil and heat in the microwave for about 20-25 seconds or just hot enough to apply to your scalp without burning yourself.

Put on a plastic cap and keep mixture on your scalp for 30 minutes with or without heat. I usually use heat. I would apply do this treatment as a pre-poo before I shampoo and condition my hair. It smells really strong at first, but as soon as you wash with poo and conditioner, the garlic scent goes away. Ladies, this treatment is amazing and it works. I recommend repeating at least once or twice a week for as long as there is excessive shedding.

ETA: Shedding usually subsides at about 3 weeks of treatment.

 

[eshille]

Aggie, I like the natural approach. I've added your recipe to my files just in case...THANKS

 

[Aggie]

Aggie, I like the natural approach. I've added your recipe to my files just in case...THANKS

You are welcomed honey. Let us know how it works out for you but give it time to work first, okay?

 

[jrae]

Good posts and good support about the shedding. I can understand some panic about this cuz it feels like you are losing your progress, but don't forget some shedding is normall. My assistant was complaining about her chronic shedding as she tosses her midback length hair around. Okay?

So, please don't be discouraged... there are so many benefits to these products ... great smell, stronger hair, growth, thickness... Oh, I forgot to mention the hair color improvement! I am starting to see it! So thank you all who encouraged me to be patient. My brown/blond/red strands are more vibrant, seems like my old grays are darkening. My new OCT grays look the same to me, but we'll see.

 

[Forever in Bloom]

A really great treatment for shedding hair is Alter Ego Garlic Treatment. I bought mine from www.sickbay.biz. I also have Nutrine garlic shampoo and conditioner. The shampoo I use sparingly and pay careful attention to apply to my scalp only as it has a clarifying affect on the hair. Perhaps it can also be diluted before applying to your scalp and remember - sparingly.

I also sometimes use an at home treatment I make myself. Here is the recipe - Crush about 7-9 cloves of garlic and mix with about 2 oz of extra virgin olive oil and heat in the microwave for about 20-25 seconds or just hot enough to apply to your scalp without burning yourself.

Put on a plastic cap and keep mixture on your scalp for 30 minutes with or without heat. I usually use heat. I would apply do this treatment as a pre-poo before I shampoo and condition my hair. It smells really strong at first, but as soon as you wash with poo and conditioner, the garlic scent goes away. Ladies, this treatment is amazing and it works. I recommend repeating at least once or twice a week for as long as there is excessive shedding.

ETA: Shedding usually subsides at about 3 weeks of treatment.

Ooh, I'm gonna try this on me and my mom. Can this also be used as a preventative treatment ya think ?

 

[AtlantaJJ]

About how much Castor Oil should be added to an 8oz bottle of MT? I want to try it but i know the protien in it would make my new growth hard and dry.

Although I made my own special MT mix, I don't find the MT to be near as drying as I thought it would be. What do you use as your daily mositure?

 

[Aggie]

Ooh, I'm gonna try this on me and my mom. Can this also be used as a preventative treatment ya think ?

I imagine so especially when used as a pre-poo.

 

[AtlantaJJ]

A really great treatment for shedding hair is Alter Ego Garlic Treatment. I bought mine from www.sickbay.biz. I also have Nutrine garlic shampoo and conditioner. The shampoo I use sparingly and pay careful attention to apply to my scalp only as it has a clarifying affect on the hair. Perhaps it can also be diluted before applying to your scalp and remember - sparingly.

I also sometimes use an at home treatment I make myself. Here is the recipe - Crush about 7-9 cloves of garlic and mix with about 2 oz of extra virgin olive oil and heat in the microwave for about 20-25 seconds or just hot enough to apply to your scalp without burning yourself.

Put on a plastic cap and keep mixture on your scalp for 30 minutes with or without heat. I usually use heat. I would apply do this treatment as a pre-poo before I shampoo and condition my hair. It smells really strong at first, but as soon as you wash with poo and conditioner, the garlic scent goes away. Ladies, this treatment is amazing and it works. I recommend repeating at least once or twice a week for as long as there is excessive shedding.

ETA: Shedding usually subsides at about 3 weeks of treatment.

This is very sound advice. I think I'm going to make myself some garlic oil. I'm not shedding but I think a good garlic oil hot oil treat or prepoo from time to time is just a good thing to do for your scalp over time. There are so many healing properties in garlic.

 

[AtlantaJJ]

I've been using MT for probably 6 or so weeks now and my hair likes protein, but even I can tell that protein-overload wouldn't be out of the question for my hair. I only apply MT to the scalp and I've mixed mine with meadowfoam oil. Even though I only apply it to the scalp I know that it works its way down my hair shaft somehow, b/c my hair feels much stronger than before and drier too.

I've really stepped up my moisture game and I'm going to have to start co-washing too. I DC'd overnight with Silicon Mix last week and my hair turned out really moist and silky. I DC'd overnight last night with Miss Key 10 n 1 and the Silicon Mix did better so I guess that's what I'll stick with for now.

I haven't really had any excess shedding but I know I"ve definitely got to step my moisture game up. I'm thinking about applying MT every other day and seeing if that helps some with dryness. I wouldn't think it would slow my growth down too much to do every other day.

I need to dust my big megga monster jug of silicon mix off and use that stuff Thanks for reminding me.

 

[AtlantaJJ]

I've been using MT for probably 6 or so weeks now and my hair likes protein, but even I can tell that protein-overload wouldn't be out of the question for my hair. I only apply MT to the scalp and I've mixed mine with meadowfoam oil. Even though I only apply it to the scalp I know that it works its way down my hair shaft somehow, b/c my hair feels much stronger than before and drier too.

I've really stepped up my moisture game and I'm going to have to start co-washing too. I DC'd overnight with Silicon Mix last week and my hair turned out really moist and silky. I DC'd overnight last night with Miss Key 10 n 1 and the Silicon Mix did better so I guess that's what I'll stick with for now.

I haven't really had any excess shedding but I know I"ve definitely got to step my moisture game up. I'm thinking about applying MT every other day and seeing if that helps some with dryness. I wouldn't think it would slow my growth down too much to do every other day.

I need to dust my big megga monster jug of silicon mix off and use that stuff Thanks for reminding me.

 

[Aggie]

This is very sound advice. I think I'm going to make myself some garlic oil. I'm not shedding but I think a good garlic oil hot oil treat or prepoo from time to time is just a good thing to do for your scalp over time. There are so many healing properties in garlic.

This is a good idea AtlantaJJ to make a whole bigger batch that would last for several treatments/pre-poos. It can be refridgerated and heated just before using. This is actually what I do myself as I hate to make a fresh batch every single time I need to use it. Simply multiply items for as much treatment you feel you will need. By the way, I do not strain it once mixed because I like the garlic's properties to still be actively at work for a long time.

 

[tt8]

CONGRATS OCT/MEGA-TEK PLEDGES!!!

We have successfully entered our 2nd month of the challenge. Keep applying your OCT and MT often and up that moisture level. GOOD LUCK!! Whoohoo

Ovación
tt8

 

[AtlantaJJ]

This is a good idea AtlantaJJ to make a whole bigger batch that would last for several treatments/pre-poos. It can be refridgerated and heated just before using. This is actually what I do myself as I hate to make a fresh batch every single time I need to use it. Simply multiply items for as much treatment you feel you will need. By the way, I do not strain it once mixed because I like the garlic's properties to still be actively at work for a long time.

That's why your hair is all down your back girl !!! Shinny and pretty, I'm gonna make a batch this weekend. Fresh crushed garlic, grapeseed and a slash of olive....and seasme oil...(that smells strong so it will def be a prepoo!!)

 

[asha]

Got the mega tek today...please add me to the challenge.

 

[cieramichele]

Hows it going atlanta?

 

[Curlytime]

Regarding moiture, someone on the board recommended mixing 1/2 glyerin and 1/2 aloe vera gel for a moisture mix. Well I did my Ovation system today in the shower.

Did a pre-poo with conditioner (Pantene R&N hair) to detangle
Mixed the Ovation shampoo with VO5 strawberries and cream conditioner
applied Ovation CT only on the scalp
applied the Ovation Creme rinse and a DC (lustersilk;sweet almond, apricot kernal, and castor oils, honey, and SAA) left on my hair under plasic cap while I worked out and then some (about 2 hours)
Applied Elasta QP silk thermo
Applied a mixture of AV gel, glycerin and rose water
Applied KK curling custard & Miss Jessie CM (mixed the two)
airdryed
My hair is shining, very moist. It has not been this moist ever. When I feel my hair it almost feels like it is still wet it's so moist. I believe what made the biggest difference is the AV gel, glycerin and rose water mix. Oh and the rose water makes my hair smell wonderful.

 

[belleama]

I have updated my Fotki with starting pics. They are located in the 2008 Challenges folder. I have also updated my Fotki with a new regimen, links, and the whole list of products that I am using. My first update will be after my relaxer in June.

Happy Growing Ladies!!

 

[Jessica Rabbit]

I can't take it any longer lol. I just ordered my megatek from easypetstore and I may order my mom some too.

 

[sweetgal]

I dont think I have been added to the challenge, please add me to teh challenge!

 

[Sernity_Now]

Hi ladies

I've been using OCT for about a week and half and I think its working because this bald spot that I have (from alopecia ) seems to be getting thicker. But I've been using the CT on my scalp while I have my hair in kinky twists. I want to take them out and get them redone but I want to do a protein treatment (with Aphogee 2 min) but I'm not sure if I can do that with the OCT because I'm not sure if it will be too much protein. Help a Sista out

TIA

 

[KPH]

Hi ladies

I've been using OCT for about a week and half and I think its working because this bald spot that I have (from alopecia ) seems to be getting thicker. But I've been using the CT on my scalp while I have my hair in kinky twists. I want to take them out and get them redone but I want to do a protein treatment (with Aphogee 2 min) but I'm not sure if I can do that with the OCT because I'm not sure if it will be too much protein. Help a Sista out

TIA

If the OCT is working, stick with it. The think spot in the top of my head has filled out.

 

[Br*nzeb*mbsh~ll]

Wow, I have made my own garlic oil, too...however, I let my clove of peeled and slightly crushed garlic set in a about 8 oz of evoo for about one week, and I use it as a prepoo w cap, no heat for about 4 hrs or over night if possible. This has helped. But, still MT made my hair shed regardless. I have Nutrine garlic poo and cond and I use it as well.... I have been using this system for about a month, and shedding is not as extreme as it once was...i got the garlic poo/cond tip from nicole1976, i believe....i heard that it worked, but i never tried it until nicole told me how great it was...i guess i needed a real testimonial...i bought my nutrine from ibeautyny.com...

A really great treatment for shedding hair is Alter Ego Garlic Treatment. I bought mine from www.sickbay.biz. I also have Nutrine garlic shampoo and conditioner. The shampoo I use sparingly and pay careful attention to apply to my scalp only as it has a clarifying affect on the hair. Perhaps it can also be diluted before applying to your scalp and remember - sparingly.

I also sometimes use an at home treatment I make myself. Here is the recipe - Crush about 7-9 cloves of garlic and mix with about 2 oz of extra virgin olive oil and heat in the microwave for about 20-25 seconds or just hot enough to apply to your scalp without burning yourself.

Put on a plastic cap and keep mixture on your scalp for 30 minutes with or without heat. I usually use heat. I would apply do this treatment as a pre-poo before I shampoo and condition my hair. It smells really strong at first, but as soon as you wash with poo and conditioner, the garlic scent goes away. Ladies, this treatment is amazing and it works. I recommend repeating at least once or twice a week for as long as there is excessive shedding.

ETA: Shedding usually subsides at about 3 weeks of treatment.

 

[y_nv_pe]

Hi Im very new to this site. I have been reading all of your post regarding the mega tek and I'm on my way to purchasing a bottle I was wondering if any of you have tried this product below I seen it on the site Im ordering from:

if any of you have please let me know. Sorry I have no pics up yet its only my second day on this site.

thanks in advance

does any1 have a site where I can order the mega tek that will ship to canada? if you are uncertain just send me the website and I check myself.

 

[JustKiya]

Hi ladies

I've been using OCT for about a week and half and I think its working because this bald spot that I have (from alopecia ) seems to be getting thicker. But I've been using the CT on my scalp while I have my hair in kinky twists. I want to take them out and get them redone but I want to do a protein treatment (with Aphogee 2 min) but I'm not sure if I can do that with the OCT because I'm not sure if it will be too much protein. Help a Sista out

TIA

Does your hair feel like it NEEDS the protein? I'm assuming you're relaxed - even so, I don't know if I would jump to the hardcore stuff right off....

 

[BrownBetty]

Progress report:

I've been using OCT for about a month now. I use about 3 cap fulls on my scalp then apply a moisturizing con to my hair. I usually DC for 3 - 4 hours w/o heat once a week. If I am going to the salon for a wash and set, I apply OCT to my scalp the night before.

I don't apply every night, cause my scalp can't take it. Once a week is good for me.

I have about 8 weeks of ng on my scalp... I really had to pull out my planner to see when I got a relaxer last, I swore I was at week 8 or 9, alas I am at week 5. I think I am going to try and ride it out till the end of the month and relax then. I just trimmed off 2 inches so this is working out great!

I will be reordering when this bottle is done!

Mv

 

[sweetgal]

Progress report:

I've been using OCT for about a month now. I use about 3 cap fulls on my scalp then apply a moisturizing con to my hair. I usually DC for 3 - 4 hours w/o heat once a week. If I am going to the salon for a wash and set, I apply OCT to my scalp the night before.

I don't apply every night, cause my scalp can't take it. Once a week is good for me.

I have about 8 weeks of ng on my scalp... I really had to pull out my planner to see when I got a relaxer last, I swore I was at week 8 or 9, alas I am at week 5. I think I am going to try and ride it out till the end of the month and relax then. I just trimmed off 2 inches so this is working out great!

I will be reordering when this bottle is done!

Mv

Wow, that's amazing, I hope i get good results,

I have been using it for about 1 week, and i had no growth when i started. I had my hair texlaxed (however, it's mostly straight) about 2 weeks ago, and I dont know if a texlax can revert, but I think I have new growth already! But I wont count my eggs before they have hatched.

In one month I should be able to really tell if this is working for me.
I have also had some shedding and breakage as well though, so I'm confused.