Random Hair Thoughts/Thinking out loud

ShredsofDignity said:
So I am transitioning as of this week lol. I tossed my relaxer on Wed after realizing it's not really benefiting me. I stretch through the cold months and don't even relax till spring and then stop in like Aug or Sept, what is the point? Damaging my hair with chemicals for two seasons for something and it doesn't even really take the curl out or prevent frizz.
I'm seriously done and I may never relax again in this lifetime. Heat damage is more than enough damage.

I don't plan to big chop, no reason to as I can't quite even tell the difference between my relaxed hair and what grows out. The thin ends do piss me off but I had those even with plain heat damage.
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You don't have to big chop. I didn't.
 
During my transition, I discovered it it true the relaxed ends make your curl pattern look looser than it is. Now that I am completely natural, and have some looser curl patterns in some areas I refuse to confuse the issue, I just call the entire lot 4a.
 
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beauti said:
Loreal hair products never disappoint. I've tried the power moisture conditioner,total repair damage erasing balm, and last night I tried the extraordinary oil nourishing shampoo. I will make this brand my staple. :yep:
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Thanks for this. I have the Power Moisture Conditioner at home and it's in line to be tried. I liked L'Oreal products in the past so it's nice to know they still work.
 
CodeRed said:
Thanks for this. I have the Power Moisture Conditioner at home and it's in line to be tried. I liked L'Oreal products in the past so it's nice to know they still work.
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You're welcome. I've used it to cowash when my hair was tangly and it melts them away.
 
I just realized...I am truly a low maintenance natural lol. Like the thought of putting extensions in my hair exhausts me and I don't do any other style than a wash and go and a wet bun *shrug* thank you lhcf for helping me get to this point in my journey. I am truly happy. I know what products work and what don't and I don't have to play Russian roulette anymore. I'm good!
 
I'm so frustrated right now with my hair. I'm seriously thinking about going back to relaxing. I can't even stand the thought of having to wash or style it anymore. I'm trying to go sit my behind down somewhere and just stop thinking about it but ugh! Still contemplating whether or not I want to do it. I think some form of guilt is holding me back and I don't know whether that's a good thing or a bad thing.
 
I was so sick for a week. My head is BAD. It was really bad two days ago but Ive been slathering deep conditioners in it like crazy. Let a sister make it to the weekend and I swear, I will do better by my head.

Dont jump off my scalp strands, I loveeee you... * blows kisses to the bun and twists *
 
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I need (relatively affordable?) leave-in spray recommendations and leave in cream recs for 4C, low porosity hair. Right now I use Oyin Handmade Juices and Berries, but I would love a cheaper alternative that's sold in store or on Amazon.

In terms of 'cream', I tried Kinky Curly Knot Today but it seems to just sit on top of my hair and make it sticky.
 
Yes their cerimades line is golden as well!


beauti said:
Loreal hair products never disappoint. I've tried the power moisture conditioner,total repair damage erasing balm, and last night I tried the extraordinary oil nourishing shampoo. I will make this brand my staple. :yep:
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Need to vent. I've been diluting the remnants of my Kinky Curly Custard with the As I Am Jelly (was OK on those couple of humid days we had in London).

To use something without glycerin I tried this Beautiful Textures Curl Definer...smdh. Had me at work yesterday with white roots. It's official. Nothing does me right like KCCC- soft hair, predictable and long-lasting results that don't need refreshing every other day.

The rest leave my hair prone to tangles, wonderful shrinkage, flakes or white crusty hair. Roll on Friday when I can re-up on my tried and true. I need to stop the foolishness. Side-eyeing my damn self.
 
AbsyBlvd said:
Need to vent. I've been diluting the remnants of my Kinky Curly Custard with the As I Am Jelly (was OK on those couple of humid days we had in London).

To use something without glycerin I tried this Beautiful Textures Curl Definer...smdh. Had me at work yesterday with white roots. It's official. Nothing does me right like KCCC- soft hair, predictable and long-lasting results that don't need refreshing every other day.

The rest leave my hair prone to tangles, wonderful shrinkage, flakes or white crusty hair. Roll on Friday when I can re-up on my tried and true. I need to stop the foolishness. Side-eyeing my damn self.
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You gave it a shot; there's no harm in that. Check this thread and product out before making any decisions. It's inexpensive and may prove to be effective. https://longhaircareforum.com/threa...is-in-wetline-gel.793309/page-2#post-22801023
 
PJaye said:
You gave it a shot; there's no harm in that. Check this thread and product out before making any decisions. It's inexpensive and may prove to be effective. https://longhaircareforum.com/threa...is-in-wetline-gel.793309/page-2#post-22801023
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Thanks @PJaye Oh yeah, I've been seeing the reviews on this and if I find it, I will definitely give it a try but Chicoro mentioned that she hadn't seen it in France and I'm yet to see in in London. I'm on the lookout but not holding my breath. Looks like a cheap gel isn't on the cards for me.
 
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Thought this was cool. Found this on Instagram.
I needed something to use as a hair shopping list.
 
I've been updating my hair product spreadsheet. I need to work on using up some of these stylers. And I definitely need a large bin for all of my products to be stored together which will make monthly inventory updating easier. I'm going to have to make room for one somewhere.
 
So I thought I hadn't retained well this month, but when I did my hair this morning I see that I retained maybe 1/2 an inch of growth...less than normal it seems. I need to go back to co-washing 3-4 times a week, leaving conditioner on my ends after co-washing, sealing with coconut oil and using ecostyler for my wash and goes. I retained more length when I did this a few months ago..my hair seems to like wash and goes as long as I keep my strands coated in a gel to keep my hair from tangling.
 
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