Random Hair Thoughts/Thinking out loud
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MzSwift
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Doing good on re-incorporating Ayurveda into my regi. It made so much difference in my progress and then I got lazy. SMH
I bought some Brahmi/Amla oil, some more Vatika oil and an indian pre-mixed shampoo with shikakai, aritha and neem. It's so much easier to add the herbs when they're already mixed. I'm going to stick with my regular conditioner though.
I bought some Brahmi/Amla oil, some more Vatika oil and an indian pre-mixed shampoo with shikakai, aritha and neem. It's so much easier to add the herbs when they're already mixed. I'm going to stick with my regular conditioner though.
KinkyRN
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Yeah I saw it on Instagram. They are really churning products out.
fatimablush
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as i was trimming my hair with the clippers....i had an ...i hate my hair moment...i had to stop..i will finish in a couple of days.
i didn't want to risk trimming it all off...
i didn't want to risk trimming it all off...
ItsMeLilLucky
NotLucky no mo' just blessed.
Ugh, I have lost so much hair these past few days. I suspect it's protein overload, but I'm not quite sure since my hair doesn't feel particularly rough. It feels like every time I touch my hair some is coming out.
MileHighDiva
A+ Hair Care Queen
Did you thoroughly neutralize your relaxer/retouch? Or, overlap? Do you protect your previously relaxed hair while applying and smoothing your newgrowth?
Sorry to hear you're losing hair!
sgold04
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I straightened my hair today, it took FOREVER! I'm definitely past waist length, but I get a trim Thursday.
I still can't figure out how to get the silky swangin hair that I get when I go to a salon. I was lighter on the heat protectant, but maybe it was still too much. Or maybe I should try a spray and not a serum. I dunno.
I still can't figure out how to get the silky swangin hair that I get when I go to a salon. I was lighter on the heat protectant, but maybe it was still too much. Or maybe I should try a spray and not a serum. I dunno.
ItsMeLilLucky
NotLucky no mo' just blessed.
Thanks! My nerves are a bit frazzled and I'm fighting a cold. I thought I did since I rinsed really well, applied the neutralizing shampoo to remove any additional relaxer, then let the neutralizing shampoo sit for 10 minutes per section.
And yes I definitely protect my previously relaxed hair.
curlyTisME
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Is it rude to take a product to your hair dresser for her to use?
ag00
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Try deep conditioning and then using an oil like grapeseed or coconut as a as a protectant and then straighten on 430.
ElevatedEnergy
Rooted Yet Flowing
That sounds like the recipe I use to fry chicken in my deep fryer. Half coconut half grapeseed oil, high heat. It always comes out just the way I like it. Burnt on the outside and tender on the inside.
Now I want fried chicken 
CluelessJL
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I've decided not to relax for the time being, and to invest in some good quality heat protectants so I can wear my hair flat ironed perhaps once or twice a month for variety. Let's see how long this lasts...
ag00
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That sounds like the recipe I use to fry chicken in my deep fryer. Half coconut half grapeseed oil, high heat. It always comes out just the way I like it. Burnt on the outside and tender on the inside.
Well I didn't mean using half and half. I meant using either or as a protectant. I've used coconut oil before to straighten and it turned out just fine and my hair reverted fully as well. And there's plenty of naturals that used just grapeseed oil to straighten with no problems. They protect the hair just as well as any silicone based protectant. The key to not having heat damage is clean hair and deep conditioners. Everything else is just for added protection.
CodeRed
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No, not to me anyway. If I know something works on my hair then I'd take it.
Caramel74
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It's because they use both hands and chase the comb. Also the salon stylists pulls up first where we usually pull down. I've basically just given up doing it myself.
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ElevatedEnergy
Rooted Yet Flowing
Ok gothcha!
I'm going to assume that was not directed towards me since
1) I like heat...no I take that back...I love heat
2) Not ignorant on how to safely use it
3) Not scared of it
4) Nor am I a part of a natural hair community...more of the live and let live community. Do whatever to your hair that you need to do to make you feel beautiful.
If I offended you in anyway I apologize...your post really did make me think of frying chicken since it is a recipe I use. Now can we hug it out?
ag00
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Lol! That was definitely not directed towards you! just frustration with what I've heard in general around different sites about heat. But yeah we're super cool! E-hugs back! LolI'm going to assume that was not directed towards me since
1) I like heat...no I take that back...I love heat
2) Not ignorant on how to safely use it
3) Not scared of it
4) Nor am I a part of a natural hair community...more of the live and let live community. Do whatever to your hair that you need to do to make you feel beautiful.
If I offended you in anyway I apologize...your post really did make me think of frying chicken since it is a recipe I use. Now can we hug it out?
sgold04
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I've used grapeseed oil before, and my hair turned out the same as far as feeling coated and weighed down. I think I use only a little product, but maybe its still too much. Ive never tried heat that high. I may bump up the heat next time. I also didn't use my normal DC since I used Aveda smooth infusion. I really want to get a straightening regimen down!
I did the comb chase method, but I never thought about them going up first, hmmmm....im not opposed to going to a stylist, I just need to find one I trust (like Reneice).
julzinha
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Same, but there is virtually no stigma regarding dye. Both have the potential to damage your hair when done incorrectly. And once my hair reaches my goal, I plan on heat training because these ssk and tangles are not the business
ItsMeLilLucky
NotLucky no mo' just blessed.
My scarf doesn't stay on when I have a high ponytails or buns. I think it's because my head is a bit flat
Anaisin
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What do you mean? Some people don't want damage looking hair, I don't see the issue.
CodeRed
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I did. Didn't work on my hair (almost 4 months post) - it made my relaxed hair hard and my natural roots rough feeling. Used it on my daughter's hair (natural) and it really moisturized her hair and made it soft. Weird - and probably of no help to you
JerriBlank
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I just bought some Jasmine oil to sexy up my hair oils, and some Auromere Ayurvedic pretty shampoo oils from www.pureformulas.com. I had a 15% off coupon from my first order for signing up to receive emails. Also, THEY LET YOU COMBINE CODES!!! Lol, I was so excited! I now have a $10 credit from a $9 purchase because they are doubling points, and I filled out the account preference Part. Use my referral code for $5 off!! :NJFOPFP. 
Coilystep
@imperial_acquisitions
No I do it all the time.
@sgold04
I always have silky hair swang when I flat iron my own hair. I use a serum type heat protectant when I blow dry my hair and then I flat iron my hair (like the stylist, I also do the chase comb method). Everyone thinks I've gone to my stylist when I flat iron my own hair.
sgold04
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I figured out what the culprit is. I'm going too fast when I flat iron each section. Today, I went over large sections more slowly, and my hair is super silky. I flat ironed at 405, but now that I know I need to go slower, I'll try 385 next time.
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