Aggie
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Wha? This question was just asked about 5-7 posts back and the answer is not using extra proteins, only the SAA (silk amino acid) used in some of their mixes eg, JustKiya uses it in her mix.
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Wha? This question was just asked about 5-7 posts back and the answer is not using extra proteins, only the SAA (silk amino acid) used in some of their mixes eg, JustKiya uses it in her mix.
thanks cookie...i was just wondering im natural and i dont think my hair will do well with protein but if im just applying it to the scalp thats different
HairTodayCMC
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Originally Posted by charmtreese
OCT and MT are often linked in the same threads, and it can get confusing to differentiate if the poster is typing about OCT or MT. Since OCT and MT have different ingredients and apparently different directions on usage I felt it necessary to start a thread that addresses the concerns of OCT users. Plus since I just received my OCT this weekend I have a few questions!
1. Do OCT users apply daily to their scalp?
Yes, I apply OCT daily.
2. Do OCT users mix their OCT with other things (ie oils, butters, other conditioners)
I do not mix OCT with other things.
3. Do OCT users DC with OCT and then follow up with a moisturizing conditioner (that's what Im doing today)?
I do not DC with OCT. I DC with a moisturizing conditioner, shampoo weekly, follow up with a moisturizing conditioner.
4. Do OCT users apply OCT like any other conditioner? I noticed it's consistency is medium light and not thick like many of my conditioners and it takes quite a bit to saturate my hair.
No.
5. How long does it take to empty your 12 oz bottle.
Not sure. 1/2 way finished using for about 2 1/2 weeks.
Thanks Ladies
OCT and MT are often linked in the same threads, and it can get confusing to differentiate if the poster is typing about OCT or MT. Since OCT and MT have different ingredients and apparently different directions on usage I felt it necessary to start a thread that addresses the concerns of OCT users. Plus since I just received my OCT this weekend I have a few questions!
1. Do OCT users apply daily to their scalp?
Yes, I apply OCT daily.
2. Do OCT users mix their OCT with other things (ie oils, butters, other conditioners)
I do not mix OCT with other things.
3. Do OCT users DC with OCT and then follow up with a moisturizing conditioner (that's what Im doing today)?
I do not DC with OCT. I DC with a moisturizing conditioner, shampoo weekly, follow up with a moisturizing conditioner.
4. Do OCT users apply OCT like any other conditioner? I noticed it's consistency is medium light and not thick like many of my conditioners and it takes quite a bit to saturate my hair.
No.
5. How long does it take to empty your 12 oz bottle.
Not sure. 1/2 way finished using for about 2 1/2 weeks.
Thanks Ladies
HairTodayCMC
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Sorry posted Q & A on the wrong thread.
jamaicalovely
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Since we are asking about protein products, can someone give a quick list of shampoos, conditioners, moisturizers to stay away from while using MT.
JustKiya
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Wow - I don't know if anyone could provide a concise list - I'm sure the ladies here will know of some things to stay away from - but it would be impossible to cover all bases.
I'd suggest, in general, staying away from anything that boasts it's 'strengthening' or 'anti-breakage' properties, as both usually indicate protein. I'd stay away from products that you've previously used that your hair reacted to as if it was protein rich. I'd stay away from Aphoghee, definitely
charmtreese
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No, that's not true...we do try to answer "everyone" but the thread grows so fast, that it's hard to keep up, so one of us will catch itRemember, there are 50-11 threads from different members about OCT or MT asking questions and it gets to be very busy in LHCF land.
Glad to know that you joined us, mscolwhite. Look forward to growing with you girlie!
Thanks girl. I'm not sweating a thing -- just glad to gather all this great information from all of you.
PuffyBrown
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Hey Aggie,
I made some garlic oil. I mixed coconut and olive oil with about 8-10 cloves of garlic with a tbs of mustard oil for treatment for shedding. I infused everything and now have in a big jar marinating until I get ready to use.
In the past I was mixing this with my Ayurveda powders, do you think it will still work the same way for the MT or do you think I should just use the oil by itself and let sit on my head for awhile?
Aggie
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Puffy I would recommend using it full strength on your head for a while. You may still also use it in your ayurveda mix but that direct full strength of the garlic oil treatment is needed to be used with the MT
, okay honey?
PuffyBrown
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Puffy I would recommend using it full strength on your head for a while. You may still also use it in your ayurveda mix but that direct full strength of the garlic oil treatment is needed to be used with the MT
Okay I got it
lilsparkle825
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MY MEGATEK IS HEREEEEE
that is all.
that is all.
Nice & Wavy
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Thanks Darlin'I just wanted to make sure.
I just decided to try the Mega Tek and I ordered my first bottle of it last night. AND I used the $10 off $20 coupon which blessed me with only 95 cents for shipping...God is awesome!
Although I'm still using OCT, I wanted to see how MT worked for me as well. It's less money and if it works as well OCT then I can transition to the MT and save money as well. I love OCT, so I'll still use it, but I won't have to re-order as often.
You're welcome, sis. I'm glad that you ordered MT...you will like it. Wow, 95. for shipping? What a blessing indeed!
You can rotate like I do...it lasts a longgggggggggggg time!
No prob sis! We shall be growing long and strong...together!mscolwhiteRe: Ovation Cell Therapy/Mega Tek Challenge
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Originally Posted by Nice & Wavy
No, that's not true...we do try to answer "everyone" but the thread grows so fast, that it's hard to keep up, so one of us will catch it
Glad to know that you joined us, mscolwhite. Look forward to growing with you girlie!
Thanks girl. I'm not sweating a thing -- just glad to gather all this great information from all of you.
Originally Posted by charmtreese
OCT and MT are often linked in the same threads, and it can get confusing to differentiate if the poster is typing about OCT or MT. Since OCT and MT have different ingredients and apparently different directions on usage I felt it necessary to start a thread that addresses the concerns of OCT users. Plus since I just received my OCT this weekend I have a few questions!
1. Do OCT users apply daily to their scalp?
I alternate with MT (ie: Mon (OCT) Wed (MT) Friday (OCT) etc.)
2. Do OCT users mix their OCT with other things (ie oils, butters, other conditioners)
I do not mix OCT with other things.
3. Do OCT users DC with OCT and then follow up with a moisturizing conditioner (that's what Im doing today)?
I do not DC with OCT. I DC with a moisturizing conditioner, shampoo weekly, follow up with a moisturizing conditioner. I do a protein conditioner once a month with Aubrey Organics GPB
4. Do OCT users apply OCT like any other conditioner? I noticed it's consistency is medium light and not thick like many of my conditioners and it takes quite a bit to saturate my hair.
No.
5. How long does it take to empty your 12 oz bottle.
It's lasting me quite a while (only 1/2 full since March) because I alternate with MT.
Thanks Ladies
You are welcome!
Nice & Wavy
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lilsparkle825
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oh my goodness, thank you! you know i cant even cornrow...here i go on my soapbox. i put 4oz of it in the applicator bottle and i am now searching for something so i can see how much oil i wanna add to it, ALTHOUGH part of me is still like "just oil your scalp and use it straight!"
You're going to be using it while in the twists? And they look so good, by the way!
thank you! i'm pushing for hair like yours, you know that right...Well, I'm happy for you girlie!!!
shorthairdiva09
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i have a question, would you all think there will be a bad effect with using SURGE and MT at the same time? i was thinking i should use the surge first or should i just go ahead and stop using it and apply the MT? i place surge on my hair today.. TIA
Nice & Wavy
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Girl, you are going to be long in no time...you might just bypass me
I"m still looking for growth...isn't the mind something else? I'm not where I want to be, and although I know I'm getting there, I'm still not there and I want it now....
Nice & Wavy
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Girl, I don't know anything much about Surge, but I do know about MT and I don't add nothing to it but oil. I'm not sure what's in Surge, but I would wait and get some more responses before going ahead with it.
ShiShiPooPoo
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Hey,
One main ingredient in Surge is Keratin. I would drop it if your doing MT.
shorthairdiva09
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Hey,
One main ingredient in Surge is Keratin. I would drop it if your doing MT.
thanks for the quick response, should i wait another two weeks then clarify and use it or just stop using surge by my next cowash and use it then ? sorry for the obvious newbieness
Nice & Wavy
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Hey,
One main ingredient in Surge is Keratin. I would drop it if your doing MT.
There ya go!!!
ShiShiPooPoo
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Honey...I ain't no expert on all this stuff but I can give you a "what I would do" type answer
.I would just stop using it by next cowash and just use the mt but I would deep condition with something really moisturizing.
I've been using MT for about a week now and am impressed with the results. The main thing I've noticed is a MAJOR decrease in shedding. I know you didn't ask for this last part but I just HAD to share it!
I'm sure others will give their advice as well.
Man, I can't stay outta this thread.
shorthairdiva09
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Honey...I ain't no expert on all this stuff but I can give you a "what I would do" type answer
I would just stop using it by next cowash and just use the mt but I would deep condition with something really moisturizing.
I've been using MT for about a week now and am impressed with the results. The main thing I've noticed is a MAJOR decrease in shedding. I know you didn't ask for this last part but I just HAD to share it!
I'm sure others will give their advice as well.
Man, I can't stay outta this thread.
oh the input for shedding is great! ive been seeing alot of something by using surge but also new growth. i cant stay away either i check this thread every hour and receive emal notifications about this great thread!
thanks for the input girl, any help i can get is great i appreciate every ounce of help i can get
lilsparkle825
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hair anorexic!!! no i'm just kidding, i'm impatient too. i just want a week to go by so i can see if i can see anything growing...i just put it on my mom's scalp and i am so excited. i put a drop on my temple and felt a tingle...OOOOHHH!!!!Girl, you are going to be long in no time...you might just bypass me
I"m still looking for growth...isn't the mind something else? I'm not where I want to be, and although I know I'm getting there, I'm still not there and I want it now....
ShiShiPooPoo
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Your very welcome!
The shedding issue is really strange. While others have been concerned about shedding I've noticed a decrease. I am 6 weeks post and by now I would be shedding massive amounts. I washed today and I could count how much hair came out and they were all long hairs with the bulb so that meant no breakage and my hair had been going through a little breakage lately especially when I combed it wet...
sunshinebeautiful
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Puffy, I'm sitting right at 3/4 inch. Definitely much quicker growth than I would normally experience at 3 weeks post.
Nice & Wavy
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Honey...I ain't no expert on all this stuff but I can give you a "what I would do" type answer
I would just stop using it by next cowash and just use the mt but I would deep condition with something really moisturizing.
I've been using MT for about a week now and am impressed with the results. The main thing I've noticed is a MAJOR decrease in shedding. I know you didn't ask for this last part but I just HAD to share it!
I'm sure others will give their advice as well.
Man, I can't stay outta this thread.
I think since she just did a protein treatment, I wouldn't use it on the length her hair, just the scalp. Now, I'm not sure how you use Surge, but if its on the scalp, I would wait at least 3 days and then proceed with the MT on the scalp only after using oil first.
You can't stay out of this thread? Girl....did you see how fast this thread blew up AFTER it was "re-charged" because of the original thread had blew up so much? Girl....this thread makes it's own sticky
Nice & Wavy
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Those that use OCT, experience more shedding than those with just the MT....especially if used alone without a base on the scalp (oil) or used on the length of the hair.
I did get shedding in the beginning, but now it's just regular ole' shedding
ShiShiPooPoo
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I think since she just did a protein treatment, I wouldn't use it on the length her hair, just the scalp. Now, I'm not sure how you use Surge, but if its on the scalp, I would wait at least 3 days and then proceed with the MT on the scalp only after using oil first.
You can't stay out of this thread? Girl....did you see how fast this thread blew up AFTER it was "re-charged" because of the original thread had blew up so much? Girl....this thread makes it's own sticky
I thank GOD for it!
...and I was one of the original skeptics...but that is changing.
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