Pj Support Thread 2010 Pt.1

[30something]

There is nothing wrong with trying new stuff. But you have to do what is best for your journey. When i hear about new things, alot of the times i sit back and wait. I do research and see what the ingredients are and wait for reviews. Then if i feel like i have to have it, i get a sample. That way im not commited to a big bottle if it doesn't work. Its easier and cheaper going that route. And also some reviews will be a turn off.

1. learn what your hair likes and doesn't like.
2. Learn your ingredients and what benefits they may have for you.
3. Do your research on a vendor before buying a product
4. If at all possible buy a sample first.

There will be temptation 20 something but these 4 things can help you avoid wasting money and being disapointed, and left with a product that doesn't work for you. I hope this helps.

I found out what works great in my hair now so that the first step. but there is always that feeling of ...omg! there might just be a product that works EVEN better than what I already have. That is the hardest part.

Another thing i found out is that if I do too much research I find a trillion rave reviews, which makes it even harder now to not want to try it out . So now I'm at the point of having a list of things I want to buy AFTER I run out... But I think I gotten it under control now.

 

[aluv]

A: If it works for Your Hair, Skin etc....(Multiple Purposes) then it will be well worth it. And you'll know it's something that works for you.

Which may 'help' you eliminate some things that don't. So, Look at it that way.

Yes, Thanks. Shea butter is definitely a multi purpose item and her prices are reasonable - so it's all good.

Char, I use a great rubbermaid set that I can carry salad and other quick dishes to heat in the microwave at work -- they come in different sizes in Target. That way, food is guaranteed not to leak out even in a plastic bag. HTH I know eating dry sandwiches is not going to cut it!!!

 

[lamaria211]

my goals are to have healthy long hair and patience

 

[BostonMaria]

I purchased a hair steamer today! Hooray! Its an investment for me and my family. Between me, my 4 girls, my sister, mom, and niece we should get tons of use out of this. Plus my goal is to not visit the salon till June, if I go at all.

I bought products back in November to make my own deep conditioners. So far its lasted me 3 months. I just attached the awesome conditioner I made. I threw in all kinds of my favorite things - a creamsicle smell, conditioner, guar gum, shea butter, about 4 different oils, silk amino acids... it was fun making this and it'll last about a month. I have hair dye in my hair (Tints of Nature from Whole Foods) and I'm going to use my home made DC, rollerset my own hair and I'll post a picture when I'm done. When this batch is done I can make some more.

I've decided that 2010 is the year I have to take the "Do-It-Yourself" one step further and make my own products. It saves me money, I know what's in it, I am saving on shipping fees, this lasts longer and I will stop the addiction to buying for the sake of buying. I watch that show Hoarders on TV and wow its not too far fetched to think that could be me if I don't cut it out.

BY THE WAY just wanted to add I'm all for supporting Minority owned businesses!! I just have to realize that buying 4 conditioners at $25 a pop just isn't right for my wallet.

 

[mkd]

I purchased a hair steamer today! Hooray! Its an investment for me and my family. Between me, my 4 girls, my sister, mom, and niece we should get tons of use out of this. Plus my goal is to not visit the salon till June, if I go at all.

I bought products back in November to make my own deep conditioners. So far its lasted me 3 months. I just attached the awesome conditioner I made. I threw in all kinds of my favorite things - a creamsicle smell, conditioner, guar gum, shea butter, about 4 different oils, silk amino acids... it was fun making this and it'll last about a month. I have hair dye in my hair (Tints of Nature from Whole Foods) and I'm going to use my home made DC, rollerset my own hair and I'll post a picture when I'm done.

I've decided that 2010 is the year I have to take the "Do-It-Yourself" one step further and make my own products. It saves me money, I know what's in it, I am saving on shipping fees, this lasts longer and I will stop the addiction to buying for the sake of buying. I watch that show Hoarders on TV and wow its not too far fetched to think that could be me if I don't cut it out.

I want a steamer really bad. I bought a professional dryer last year and I have gotten a lot of use out of it. I know that I would use a steamer at least once a week. I am definitely going to purchase one this year.

 

[mkd]

Boston Maria, what kind of results have you gotten with your homemade deep conditioner?

 

[BeetleBug]

Hello Everybody!

My only goal now is to reduce my online spending. I'm tired of paying shipping and waiting for my products. I like going to one store and buying most of my hair products. The only product line that I plan on purchasing online is Qhemet Biologics. It's going to be hard saying goodbye to Hairveda and Darcy Botanicals.

I went to Walmart today to buy Avalon Organics Lavender Nourishing Shampoo and Garnier Fructis Fortifying Deep Conditioner 3 Minute Masque. I used it already and it seems to work well on my hair. I guess that will be my new shampoo and dc.

 

[BostonMaria]

Boston Maria, what kind of results have you gotten with your homemade deep conditioner?

Well so far so good. I wanted to see if my hair continued to thrive or if my mad scientist skills would give me a set back ahahaha I'm still experimenting here and there. I bought huge 16 oz bottles of different hair oils - coconut, avocado, hemp seed, etc.. and that was in November. I've used them as hot oil treatments, alone to dry hair, in my own conditioner, in other deep conditioners (such as AOHR) and they're pretty much still fill. I know that they will probably last me another 4 months or more.

So to answer your question my hair seems just fine. If I make anything that will give me 1 inch of growth a month trust me I'll let you guys know! LOL I'll quit my job and sell that for a living

 

[IDareT'sHair]

I purchased a hair steamer today! Hooray! Its an investment for me and my family. Between me, my 4 girls, my sister, mom, and niece we should get tons of use out of this. Plus my goal is to not visit the salon till June, if I go at all.

This Will Hands Down, Be the Single Best Investment You've Made in Your Hair Care Journey.

Better than any Flat Iron, Blow Dryer, etc....This Piece of Equipment will make all those Conditioners you've just Created Perform at Optimal Levels. Virtually Eliminates Tangles and make Detangling a Breeze. It's Quiet and it's just a great "tool" to Own.

I am of the Personal Belief, that Any Serious Hair Afficinado should have a Steamer (if Space & Finances Permit).

 

[La Colocha]

I found out what works great in my hair now so that the first step. but there is always that feeling of ...omg! there might just be a product that works EVEN better than what I already have. That is the hardest part.

Another thing i found out is that if I do too much research I find a trillion rave reviews, which makes it even harder now to not want to try it out . So now I'm at the point of having a list of things I want to buy AFTER I run out... But I think I gotten it under control now.

To the bold, girl there is always something better than the next thing. I think that is the reason that a majority of us are pj's. But when you finally settle on something its a good feeling. I have to make a list also for this year.

 

[JJamiah]

This Will Hands Down, Be the Single Best Investment You've Made in Your Hair Care Journey.

Better than any Flat Iron, Blow Dryer, etc....This Piece of Equipment will make all those Conditioners you've just Created Perform at Optimal Levels. Virtually Eliminates Tangles and make Detangling a Breeze. It's Quiet and it's just a great "tool" to Own.

I am of the Personal Belief, that Any Serious Hair Afficinado should have a Steamer (if Space & Finances Permit).

<---- Husband must have informed them of me....I must not be tempted to buy a steamer) (still tempted BUT.....Holding out)

 

[IDareT'sHair]

<---- Husband must have informed them of me....I must not be tempted to buy a steamer) (still tempted BUT.....Holding out)

Girl, Much as You Love Doing Your Hair.............You NEED A STEAMER

Maybe a Valentine's Day Gift? *but you gotta get one*erplexed

 

[La Colocha]

I purchased a hair steamer today! Hooray! Its an investment for me and my family. Between me, my 4 girls, my sister, mom, and niece we should get tons of use out of this. Plus my goal is to not visit the salon till June, if I go at all.

I bought products back in November to make my own deep conditioners. So far its lasted me 3 months. I just attached the awesome conditioner I made. I threw in all kinds of my favorite things - a creamsicle smell, conditioner, guar gum, shea butter, about 4 different oils, silk amino acids... it was fun making this and it'll last about a month. I have hair dye in my hair (Tints of Nature from Whole Foods) and I'm going to use my home made DC, rollerset my own hair and I'll post a picture when I'm done. When this batch is done I can make some more.

I've decided that 2010 is the year I have to take the "Do-It-Yourself" one step further and make my own products. It saves me money, I know what's in it, I am saving on shipping fees, this lasts longer and I will stop the addiction to buying for the sake of buying. I watch that show Hoarders on TV and wow its not too far fetched to think that could be me if I don't cut it out.

BY THE WAY just wanted to add I'm all for supporting Minority owned businesses!! I just have to realize that buying 4 conditioners at $25 a pop just isn't right for my wallet.

Maria you have done so well turning your pjism around. I have watched people(pjs) all last year and you could get down. But when you found afroveda i saw you settle and now your making your own things. You are an inspiration. And your hair is bangin.

 

[robot.]

my shea nuts should be here monday.

 

[La Colocha]

my shea nuts should be here monday.

.....................

 

[IDareT'sHair]

Maria you have done so well turning your pjism around. I have watched people(pjs) all last year and you could get down. But when you found afroveda i saw you settle and now your making your own things. You are an inspiration. And your hair is bangin.

That's What I am Striving For!

IA: Maria --- Please Continue to Impart Your Wisdom/Insight on Recovering from such a consuming addiction.

 

[IDareT'sHair]

my shea nuts should be here monday.

Where's the Oyin's Brutha's? Frank & Greg?

 

[La Colocha]

Where's the Oyin's Brutha's? Frank & Greg?

Frank and greg shea nuts.

 

[robot.]

ya'll know ya'll need to STOP.

 

[Brownie518]

You know i did, im almost of of shea butter. I got more sunshine and ill just leave it at that.



They will, one day at a time, you have already came so far, keep on going.

Okay. Well, I got Hello Sweet Thang, Rise and Shine, and the Cutie Juice.

 

[Brownie518]

my shea nuts should be here monday.

Where's the Oyin's Brutha's? Frank & Greg?

Frank and greg shea nuts.

Now it feels like home again...

 

[Minty]

OH NO PLEASE....doon't talk about the steaaaaammmmeerr. (slow motion, hands waving off, head shaking - as she runs to type the nearest beauty supply and simultaneously snatching the cc card from her husband's MMA grip)

Must resist..must res - borgsmile

 

[MyAngelEyez~C~U]

I'm definitely getting a steamer....

 

[BostonMaria]

<---- Husband must have informed them of me....I must not be tempted to buy a steamer) (still tempted BUT.....Holding out)

Oh no! You PJ's read my post but all you read was bla bla bla HAIR STEAMER!!!

Girl, Much as You Love Doing Your Hair.............You NEED A STEAMER

Maybe a Valentine's Day Gift? *but you gotta get one*erplexed

I will not be an enabler. I will not be an enabler. I will .... tell him its the gift that keeps on giving... not be an enabler LOL

Maria you have done so well turning your pjism around. I have watched people(pjs) all last year and you could get down. But when you found afroveda i saw you settle and now your making your own things. You are an inspiration. And your hair is bangin.

Hey La Colocha! Thank you for noticing! I was like hold up.. look at all these beautiful heads of hair in this place. They use shampoo, conditioner, and maybe some shea butter. I realized that sometimes less is more. I also realized I bought too many hair butters from Afroveda because 2 of them went bad! So see, my PJ'ism backfired on me because I just lost money.

 

[Charz]

I love my steamer.

 

[Charz]

Yes, Thanks. Shea butter is definitely a multi purpose item and her prices are reasonable - so it's all good.

Char, I use a great rubbermaid set that I can carry salad and other quick dishes to heat in the microwave at work -- they come in different sizes in Target. That way, food is guaranteed not to leak out even in a plastic bag. HTH I know eating dry sandwiches is not going to cut it!!!

Thanks! I just like warm and exciting food! That is my weakness.

 

[Charz]

OH NO PLEASE....doon't talk about the steaaaaammmmeerr. (slow motion, hands waving off, head shaking - as she runs to type the nearest beauty supply and simultaneously snatching the cc card from her husband's MMA grip)

Must resist..must res - borgsmile

Get a salonrus steamer!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dxfvqT1zQmw

 

[BostonMaria]

I love my steamer.

I purchased one today from salonsrus.com and I'm hoping to get it sometime this week since I'm on vacation. I can hardly wait to use it! I'm just going to use the deep conditioner I made today though. No new products.

 

[mkd]

Brownie, do you have a steamer too?

 

[JJamiah]

Girl, Much as You Love Doing Your Hair.............You NEED A STEAMER

Maybe a Valentine's Day Gift? *but you gotta get one*erplexed

:whipped: ( I am the purple, getting beat for temptation)


IDare you were suppose to encourage me not too... LOL

But that was a good one I might use it for Valentines Day!!!!!

My bday is coming on the 12th of January and I asked for a Spa Facial and Spa Pedicure gift certificate for 3 facials and 3 pedicures. I told him valentines I wanted a Body SPa 3 of course. But I might settle for one for Valentines day and get the Steamer!!!

but I just bought the hooded dryer less than a year....., do you think he'd be upset...... comes to be a Cheaper Valentines gift to just get one Body spa and a Steamer!

:crystalba

tell him I will look like this if I don't get it