Ovation/MegaTek USER POLL

[asiaticdiva]

I'm still undecided on if it works or not. In it's defense I haven't been using it as often as I should. I do know that it made my new growth softer. But I was one who would apply it and then look for growth every other day. So who knows. You know they say a watched pot never boils.

 

[hervirtue]

I've only been using it a week. The proof is in the picture, I think I gained almost a half of an inch!

 

[ycj]

Hi ladies, just wanted to let whomever is interested that I posted my OCT and MT brand new never used bottles for sale.

Ovation is 50.00 + 5.00 shipping
Mega Tek is 26.00 + 5.00 shipping

I am selling them because I have not like the majority of you reaped any benifits from them. If they don't sell by Sunday I will mail them back. Just wanted to let everyone know in advance, just in case anyone was interested. They are also listed on the items for sale page as well.erplexed

 

[ycj]

Hey lady, I am a newbie and I just received my MT. However, I have used multiple products. You haven't been using it for 30 days yet. Give it some time. Most of the results that people are reporting are amazing, but normally, unless you find fault with a product(hair breakage), you should use it for 30-90 days and report results. I see that you are alternating products and there is a thread that lists the ingredients so I am sure you know that both products are very similar give or take a couple of ingredients. I suggest that you are consistent with your hair regimen. Get a journal and log your results every week. Take pictures and report your progress. Set your hair goals according to your normal growth so that the growth aids don't matter if they don't work well for you. Silkydreamgirl I

Thanks Silkydreamgirl, maybe you're right I should give it more time to see if I see any progress, I have though been very consistent with both. I am just a bit heartbroken now because of the time frame and the amount of effort I have put into this. Who knows you could be right as far as giving it more time to process. Thanks for the input though!

 

[lovetolearn282828]

I think it's working but i'm not really sure. I would like some help though in what other products i should use with it. Any suggestions? Oh i'm using mege tek.

 

[sqzbly1908]

Thanks Silkydreamgirl, maybe you're right I should give it more time to see if I see any progress, I have though been very consistent with both. I am just a bit heartbroken now because of the time frame and the amount of effort I have put into this. Who knows you could be right as far as giving it more time to process. Thanks for the input though!

I would have to agree with Silky - you should not compare your results with those that already use it. That is like comparing apples and oranges. I would also allow at least 90 days to see progress. Your hair has to get acclimated to the product - the objective is not only get growth but to ensure that your hair is in a healthy state to not only grow but retain that growth. Consistency is the key - I would not give up if I were you. Also (just my opinion) I think you should choose one and use it, once that is used up then use the other.

I have been using the MT only for 5 weeks and I have some growth but I love how much healthier my hair has been. I started using it a few days after my relaxer and the MT is definitely strengthened my hair. My goal is to have healthy hair with length. They both go hand in hand.

HTH

 

[lovetolearn282828]

...shoot, don't be messin with a sister when she trying to answer a post...

I use EVOO or Castor Oil on my scalp. I like to use the EVOO with the Ovation and the Castor Oil with the MT.

What if you use a galic shampoo can that work just as well?

 

[BC2/4/06]

My hair is five times healthier since I started using MT and OCT Oct 30. I have had a difficult time with split ends and split hairs since my BC almost three years ago. I have tried everything to manage my ends. In the 2 weeks since using this product I have a 95% head full of healthy hair vs. 65% healthy hair. I'm excited and have reccomended these products to everyone. I tried MTG it worked but it was so difficult to work with. My hair is starting to appear long, have hang, and it is so soft. As you can tell, I love it! I also love this forum!

 

[Valerie]

I have been using Mega Tek for just over 3 months now and my hair is a lot thicker and I am getting good growth, not sure of the length though.

 

[AshMoBev]

Let me just say OMG to this stuff!!! MT is absolutely wonderful. I use it directly on my scalp at night. Have used it for about a month....already see and feel results. WooooHoooo!

 

[Ivy Santolina]

The OCT/MegaTek Challenge is the reason I joined LHCF. No regrets! All I can say about using MegaTek is for the money, it's one of the best products I have ever used.

I apply a MegaTek mix only to my scalp three nights week and wash it out once a week.

Normally my new growth feels rough and hard but since using the MT mix it's very soft and I'm having a hard time distinguishing it from the other hair. So I can't tell you how much it has grown. My hairline is getting longer too. I was already getting thickness from henna but the MT is helping it get length. The thin spots above my temples are filling in. The hair is thinner with bigger curls. My baby hair along my front-hairline is getting longer.

I made an MT mix for my SO to use on his bald spot and the little fine hairs are getting longer. Sometimes I catch him rubbing his fingers through it in disbelief. He's trying very hard not to get excited about it. His receding hairline doesn't seem to be recovering but it just may take more time. He started using it the same time I did. He applies it every night and washes it out every morning.

 

[naturalmanenyc]

It didn't work for me. I went through 2 bottles. I kept a photo journal of the progress or lack thereof. I'm convinced that products are only made by testing on about 25% of the consuming public. If it works for even half of those people, that is a positive.

There are a ton of products that people on this site LOVE and say work wonders while the same products don't work for others. It's all hit or miss. MegaTek was a miss for me.

 

[Amour]

So... is it working or not?

If so, how many inches are you getting per month?

In some areas I have got at least 1 inch per month, in others 1/4 - 1/2 an inch.

How long have you been using?

Been measuring since my last relaxer (check siggy).


Just curious

I have have NEVER EVER EVER got an inch of new growth in one month, let alone in less than a month. I however have been taking my vits again and eating better... But I contribute the majority of the growth to MT because, I've never got an inch in a month or less whilst whilst taking vits. Perhaps its the combination?

 

[Amour]

The challenge thread post (one of the first few ones) lists exactly what each challenge member is using.

In general though, they are similar products - made by the same company - one, marketed/labeled for horses, and safe for humans, the other marketed for humans, no comment on whether it's safe for horses.

I didnt know that, thanks

 

[Amour]

As an FYI to the MT users, as many of you already know, Friday, before I got my senegalese twists done, I used the MT Premier shampoo, diluted with water. Smells heavenly and lathers nicely. My hair felt very "clean". I even let it sit for 5 minutes before rinsing. Then, I used the MT Cell Rebuilder, put a hot towel (I microwaved a wet hand towl for 30 seconds...make sure you remove the tag off the towel...it melts and causes burns ...ask me how I know ) over my hair and covered with a plastic cap for the duration of my shower. Probably another 15 minutes. I rinsed, and my hair felt stronger. Then, I diluted the Avocado Mist with Water, Infusium 23 and the Aphogee Keratin Green Tea Restructurizer, and spray it on my hair and air dried. The Avocado works because for me because I diluted it with water. It is very potent, but smells wonderful. Very good products. Now, I just drench my twists (where my hair is) with my mixture, while using the Cell Builder (diluted with water only) on my scalp. Just figure I give you that update. Will take pics again next week to see where my progress is.

By the way, I use Emu Oil on my scalp first before applying the MT. Ladies, don't sleep on this oil. I have done EXTENSIVE research, and this is the stuff to have alone. IMO, no other oil is needed. The Emu Oil penetrates through the three layers of the skin..the Dermis, Epidermis and Subdermis, thus providing stronger hair growth. I love this oil. It does not leave your hair or skin greasy like most oils. I even use it on my face before I apply my moisturizer, and I have the oiliest skin!!! It penetrates, and does not leave a trace of oil on my skin at all!!! Even the gentleman at the Vitamin Shopped where I purchased it volunteered and said..."this is good stuff...I use it for my exzema and it's worked"!

I wanted to share this information with you, since you guys have shared so much with me so far. I purchased it from the Vitamin Shoppe on King Street in Alexandria (If you have one in your area, call first to make sure they have it. When I got to this Vitamin Shoppe, they only had 2 bottles left..the guy said they can't keep it on the shelf, so I purchased the last two!) So can you imagine the growth if this oil is able to penetrate through the three layers of the skin, then you have the MT going right along with it??? When you have a moment, google "Emu Oil for hair growth." I use this oil and this oil only.

If it hadn't been for the ladies on this forum, I would have never cared so much about my hair, (i.e., spending long hours doing extensive research on hair growth, etc.) I invested $6.00 for this forum, and to me, it was WELL worth it...best investment I've made so far. You can never go wrong with investing in yourself

great post, thanks

 

[Mahalialee4]

The OCT/MegaTek Challenge is the reason I joined LHCF. No regrets! All I can say about using MegaTek is for the money, it's one of the best products I have ever used.

I apply a MegaTek mix only to my scalp three nights week and wash it out once a week.

Normally my new growth feels rough and hard but since using the MT mix it's very soft and I'm having a hard time distinguishing it from the other hair. So I can't tell you how much it has grown. My hairline is getting longer too. I was already getting thickness from henna but the MT is helping it get length. The thin spots above my temples are filling in. The hair is thinner with bigger curls. My baby hair along my front-hairline is getting longer.

I made an MT mix for my SO to use on his bald spot and the little fine hairs are getting longer. Sometimes I catch him rubbing his fingers through it in disbelief. He's trying very hard not to get excited about it. His receding hairline doesn't seem to be recovering but it just may take more time. He started using it the same time I did. He applies it every night and washes it out every morning.

Curious. what do you put in your mix?>

 

[Iluvsmuhgrass]

The OCT/MegaTek Challenge is the reason I joined LHCF. No regrets! All I can say about using MegaTek is for the money, it's one of the best products I have ever used.

I apply a MegaTek mix only to my scalp three nights week and wash it out once a week.

Normally my new growth feels rough and hard but since using the MT mix it's very soft and I'm having a hard time distinguishing it from the other hair. So I can't tell you how much it has grown. My hairline is getting longer too. I was already getting thickness from henna but the MT is helping it get length. The thin spots above my temples are filling in. The hair is thinner with bigger curls. My baby hair along my front-hairline is getting longer.

I thought it was just me!!!! It's really soft and thick. Slightly wavy is the only way to describe it. I started wondering if I under processed because there was so much of it. I started using it at 4 weeks post. I need to take pics.

 

[MyAngelEyez~C~U]

Re-posting:

I've been adding S8 to my OCT/MT mixture and using it on my scalp every other day. I have a 4oz. jar and i put half OCT and half MT in and mix. I then melt down my S8 and pour a thin layer (maybe a TBSP) on top of my mix, put the top on and shake it up. It mixes well, and it thickens up the OCT mix. The OCT/MT kinda mutes the sulfur smell a bit, and I like the tingle the S8 adds. I am in braids and I have been using this mix since I put them in Nevember 1st. My hair has grown nearly and inch in the "mohawk" area of my head, and nearly a half an in on the sides and perimeter. I am already having to take down and redo braids (sooo glad I know how to!). I am planning to get them redone profesionally January '09, but with this unexpected growth I might have to break down and do it sooner. Gonna try to keep redoing them myself for as long as I can!

PS: I was getting good growth with the OCT/MT by itsself, but for some reason, I think the S8 may have kicked it up a notch. We'll see in January when I post my "starting point" for the APL in "09 challenge....trying to make shoulder lenghth by January, "09!

 

[LaidBak]

Normally my new growth feels rough and hard but since using the MT mix it's very soft and I'm having a hard time distinguishing it from the other hair.

My baby hair along my front-hairline is getting longer.

I'm so glad this is happening to someone else too. I thought I was seeing things. My baby hairs seemed much longer and my new growth, which is usually tight, dry, and well... Brillo-ish, is soooo much softer. I have big arcs of curl instead of tight Z-like waves. Its only been about 3 weeks but I have crazy new growth. I actually said to myslf that if my new growth stayed like this I would go all natural. And I've been relaxed for 29 years!

 

[LovingLengths]

Is it normal for breakage after using mt for 2 weeks +? One week after my relaxer I applied MT mixed with oils every other day... A week later the whole left side of my head had new growth n breakage but the other side seemed normal.... After washing and flatironing my hair one side was still thicker than the other even though I apply the mixture evenly throughout my scalp.... Any opinions as to what may be going on? Also I am now taking garlic pills n using garlic shampoo to help combat the excessive shedding..

 

[jazitones]

This thread at a good time, I've been using megatek for a month now. So I will see what my outcome will be.

 

[Evolving78]

i have been using it for 3 1/2 weeks and i can say that it does works. i am noticing growth in two spots that were thinning, balding and just my hairline overall. this was the main reason i wanted to try this product. i usually don't do or believe in growth aids, but i needed something to help me in those areas.

 

[supermodelsonya]

I'm noticing that a lot of women state that they are having a hard time distinguishing between NG and their hair because the MT makes their NG really soft and manageable.

IS that true???? Because I've been using for about a week and when I touch my scalp in certain areas, the scalp is tender and I've got a bunch of waves going on there. I don't know if this is reversion (I'm three weeks post, texlaxed) or growth???

I guess I will have to find out when I relax in March : (

 

[MagnoliaBelle]

I have only used it 3 weeks without any unusual problems with breakage or shedding. It's hard for me to notice new growth since I've been wearing my hair curly anyhow. I will continue to use it unless it starts to break my hair. In the past, I have started processes and stopped which led to nowhere. This time, I'm sticking to my regimen which includes apply MT to scalp every morning and MTG every evening. I've committed to 6 months. I'll report back at the midway point or when I can definitely say there is growth.

 

[melodies815]

Just bumping...

 

[Barbie83]

I have a question:
I just ordered a bottle of Mega-tek and was planning to use it on my scalp only, a couple times a week, as most LHCFers recommend. But I know the length of my hair could use more protein too (I worry about it breaking off due to me constantly wearing buns and ponytails).

Would any of you guys use mega-tek as an all over protein treatment, from root to end? And if so, how would u suggest I go about doing it?

 

[Tyra]

Well, I usually apply megatek/ovation (cut with oil and sulfur spray) to my scalp(not my hair) with an applicator bottle every other
night. I massage it in for a few minutes and leave it in before putting on my satin scarf.

As a protein treatment:
Once a week before I deep condition I apply megatek/ovation on clean, damp hair (straight with no added product) like a regular conditioner, massage for a good 5 minutes then put on one of those foil heating caps and leave it on for 1-2 hours. It works wonderfully. I'm always sure to deep condition afterward or it dries my hair out and breakage occurs.
If you plan to use this method I definitely recommend you get yourself some odorless garlic pills to kind of counteract the shedding that could occur from the megatek. I got some cheap CVS brand pills but they work so I've not experienced the shedding that some do.If I skip a day of the pills my hair does start to shed very little so I know that the garlic pills must be working when I take them.
I should also add that I do co- wash 1 or 2 times during the week because leaving the megatek on the scalp sometimes causes a layer of... I don't know what to call it, but it feels gross. I had that to happen once. It was weird but one co-wash later I was fine.
HTH.

 

[Tyra]

It is quite alright, IMO, to use it from roots to ends as long as you keep a very close I mean CLOSE eye on your hair and it's moisture level. Or should I say moisture/protein balance. As I heard someone else say "Megatek can make or break your hair." That's the truth.

 

[DivaD04]

don't pay me any attention....i'm subbing to most if not all oct threads...

 

[humblehair004]

wow.. I might get megatek to speed up my 6 inch goal before April 2010. I want to be 100% natural