Random Hair Thoughts/Thinking out loud

[KinkyRN]

Ladies I need your advice. I BCed again in June. My hair has grown a lot. Just yesterday I noticed ssk's and some hairs in the sink. I think I need to start detangling but I only have about 3" of hair. How do I detangling hair that I can't put in sections? When (about what length) did you all find detangling necessary to save your hair from breakage? TIA

 

[Rocky91]

Ladies I need your advice. I BCed again in June. My hair has grown a lot. Just yesterday I noticed ssk's and some hairs in the sink. I think I need to start detangling but I only have about 3" of hair. How do I detangling hair that I can't put in sections? When (about what length) did you all find detangling necessary to save your hair from breakage? TIA

I have maybe 2 inches? I add a load of conditioner that has cones (Aussie moist) and detangle with a fine tooth comb at least every 2 weeks. What leave-ins do you use? If I make sure my hair is well moisturized and supple it doesn't develop knots.

 

[YvetteWithJoy]

Beautiful @Aggie!

How are you? Are you safe?

 

[KinkyRN]

I have maybe 2 inches? I add a load of conditioner that has cones (Aussie moist) and detangle with a fine tooth comb at least every 2 weeks. What leave-ins do you use? If I make sure my hair is well moisturized and supple it doesn't develop knots.

I was hard core SM lopo leave in but now the weather is changing and it doesn't work as well. All of my tried and tried are failing me so I back at square one. I may need to explore some cones until I get to where I can really section it to detangle. It seems like every time I chop my hair when it grows back I run into a brick wall.

 

[Rocky91]

I was hard core SM lopo leave in but now the weather is changing and it doesn't work as well. All of my tried and tried are failing me so I back at square one. I may need to explore some cones until I get to where I can really section it to detangle. It seems like every time I chop my hair when it grows back I run into a brick wall.

Yea perhaps try something heavier for winter like a butter? And increase your DC'ing so your hair is more supple. I also venture to guess that the tangling isn't as bad as you think, it's just not enough hair to tangle too bad.
I am sure it'll be fine...you gotta stay chill now, you'll soon have way more hair to deal with lol.

 

[YvetteWithJoy]

Guess I need to poor pour one out for HairitageHydration Soft Coconut Marshmallows???

A sister didn't even get to TRY it before HH went out of business, I'm guessing?

 

[YvetteWithJoy]

. . . Our hair is very similar, but I have picked up on our differences. We're hair fraternal twins! . . .

Yes! We have the same hair details (except I believe my hair is significantly shorter than yours), but strangely our hair responds to many products somewhat differently!

For example, I'm going to try that SM Coconut Weightless masque again, but on the first use it only did my hair so-so. The SM hipo masque is still the number one moisturizing DC for me.

I wish I could send you a sample of Especially Hair's Moisture Foundation (an insanely expensive product with glycerin as the first ingredient). I'm curious how it would do your hair! It's incredible on my hair.

 

[cutiepiebabygirl]

Yes! We have the same hair details (except I believe my hair is significantly shorter than yours), but strangely our hair responds to many products somewhat differently!

For example, I'm going to try that SM Coconut Weightless masque again, but on the first use it only did my hair so-so. The SM hipo masque is still the number one moisturizing DC for me.

I wish I could send you a sample of Especially Hair's Moisture Foundation (an insanely expensive product with glycerin as the first ingredient). I'm curious how it would do your hair! It's incredible on my hair.

My hair loves glycerin....I will take a look at that product. I still have Naturelle Grow condish you told me about on my ever-growing BF list.

My hair is APL stretched, so we're right there together....I wonder if the difference is I don't have the dryness issue. I didn't know at first, but I had damaged hair, not sure if it was from scab hair, improper detangling, or a bad product (it may have been a combination of all 3) but damaged hair can not and will not hold moisture.

I had to do mini chops and really access my hair, my products,frequency, and technique. I'd follow anyone with hi-po or fine hair and see what worked on mine. Goodness!! I've come along way, but still learning.

I would like to see how your hair does with products once you get your reggie on lock.

 

[YvetteWithJoy]

My hair loves glycerin....I will take a look at that product. I still have Naturelle Grow condish you told me about on my ever-growing BF list.

My hair is APL stretched, so we're right there together....I wonder if the difference is I don't have the dryness issue. I didn't know at first, but I had damaged hair, not sure if it was from scab hair, improper detangling, or a bad product (it may have been a combination of all 3) but damaged hair can not and will not hold moisture.

I had to do mini chops and really access my hair, my products,frequency, and technique. I'd follow anyone with hi-po or fine hair and see what worked on mine. Goodness!! I've come along way, but still learning.

I would like to see how your hair does with products once you get your reggie on lock.

Awww! I'm looking forward to seeing how my hair does once I've nailed my regimen, too!

I've finally solved the dryness thing: Sealing in Oyin Hair Dew or sealing in Especially Hair Moisture Foundation or sealing in Qhemet Burdock Root Butter Cream does the trick.

My only problem know is the knotting and tangling. I lose hair every wash over it, and my strands are starting to rack up SSKs on the ends. My hair stylist didn't seem bothered by them. Said they come with the territory with my hair characteristics. I dunno!

Regarding that product: Don't take a look! It is DISGUSTINGLY expensive (overpriced?). Miss Kane of (Annabelle's) PerfectBlends is going to see about duping it for me, if possible.

 

[Saludable84]

Guess I need to poor one out for HairitageHydration Soft Coconut Marshmallows???

A sister didn't even get to TRY it before HH went out of business, I'm guessing?

No violins for her on this side.

 

[YvetteWithJoy]

No violins for her on this side.

LOL! Wow! It was like that? Oh, no!

Guess it's good I missed it, then.

 

[YvetteWithJoy]

Yesterday the two-year old discovered my wash-and-go. He reached out a hand, tugged on a section, and pulled until it wouldn't stretch any more. He then let out a gleeful laugh as he watched it slowly spring back. He grabbed another section, and did it again. Then another.

Had the NERVE to get mad when I wouldn't position my head correctly to provide access to additional areas of hair.

"Hand in hair removes moisture," I thought. "But this little guy is about to have me fully detangled, so I'll cut my losses."

 

[JerriBlank]

Yes! We have the same hair details (except I believe my hair is significantly shorter than yours), but strangely our hair responds to many products somewhat differently!

For example, I'm going to try that SM Coconut Weightless masque again, but on the first use it only did my hair so-so. The SM hipo masque is still the number one moisturizing DC for me.

I wish I could send you a sample of Especially Hair's Moisture Foundation (an insanely expensive product with glycerin as the first ingredient). I'm curious how it would do your hair! It's incredible on my hair.

Thank you for the product rec, umm, I'm going to make this ****.
They're tripping! I have most of those ingredients on hand.

 

[YvetteWithJoy]

Thank you for the product rec, umm, I'm going to make this ****.
They're tripping! I have most of those ingredients on hand.

Yes they are SO tripping. Hurt my :censor: feelings!!!

My hair has improved dramatically with just three uses of the product.

If you end with a good DIY product, will you share your recipe?

 

[sarumoki]

@JerriBlank @YvetteWithJoy

Sorry to butt into your conversation, but $32 for that?

 

[YvetteWithJoy]

@JerriBlank @YvetteWithJoy

Sorry to butt into your conversation, but $32 for that?

I know, right? I talked with them and told them their product is too expensive. They sent me a free sample.

It's helping my hair, but it's not affordable. They sent free products to famous people, like Jay-Z and Beyoncé.

Someone will be helping me make a dupe.

I created a thread about this product that includes demos and reviews: https://longhaircareforum.com/threads/brand-especially-hair-line.796545/#post-22948505

I don't know WHY it is helping my hair, but it is. Perhaps having so much glycerin? I don't know.

 

[cutiepiebabygirl]

Awww! I'm looking forward to seeing how my hair does once I've nailed my regimen, too!

I've finally solved the dryness thing: Sealing in Oyin Hair Dew or sealing in Especially Hair Moisture Foundation or sealing in Qhemet Burdock Root Butter Cream does the trick.

My only problem know is the knotting and tangling. I lose hair every wash over it, and my strands are starting to rack up SSKs on the ends. My hair stylist didn't seem bothered by them. Said they come with the territory with my hair characteristics. I dunno!

Regarding that product: Don't take a look! It is DISGUSTINGLY expensive (overpriced?). Miss Kane of (Annabelle's) PerfectBlends is going to see about duping it for me, if possible.

Revisit pre-pooing, oil rinsing, and finger detangling in sections. I bet it's your wet brush.

When I use tools, I always see more knots, no matter how delicate I was. Our hair is dense and it cuts down on the job/time when detangling, I just don't think our hair can handle manipulation from tools. Try it for a month and see if you notice a difference. Not complete elimination of knots, but a marked difference.

 

[KinksAndInk]

I need to start tea rinsing again. My hair is shedding more since I stopped cowashing daily. I'm also going to do a hard protein treatment this week. I need to stop this shedding immediately before it becomes a real problem. I need all of my strands.

If absolutely necessary, I'll go back to daily cowashing (at night) and keep my hair in 2 flat twists under my wig. I will try tea rinses and more protein then reevaluate at the end of the month before I resort to daily manipulation again.

 

[Damaris.Elle]

I'm really starting to like how my curly hair looks in a high ponytail...it's finally long enough to brush the bottom of my neck and my hair seems to look thicker.

I'm loving the effect fenugreek seeds is having on my hair...a lot less shedding.

I think I'll be hip length by this time next year...hopefully sooner.

I've finally found the perfect detangling method for my hair...I think detangling in the shower under running water was what was actually setting me back. What seems to be key for me is loading my hair up with both conditioner and oil and detangling in front of the mirror instead of in the shower. This way I can see how my hair is moving/detangling and avoid making more knots during the detangling process. I've been doing this for the past month or so and have been seeing a lot less hair in my comb. Also as I'm moving up my hair shaft while detangling, I make sure that I'm holding my ends so that they're not re-tangling.

 

[YvetteWithJoy]

I'm really starting to like how my curly hair looks in a high ponytail...it's finally long enough to brush the bottom of my neck and my hair seems to look thicker.

I'm loving the effect fenugreek seeds is having on my hair...a lot less shedding.

I think I'll be hip length by this time next year...hopefully sooner.

I've finally found the perfect detangling method for my hair...I think detangling in the shower under running water was what was actually setting me back. What seems to be key for me is loading my hair up with both conditioner and oil and detangling in front of the mirror instead of in the shower. This way I can see how my hair is moving/detangling and avoid making more knots during the detangling process. I've been doing this for the past month or so and have been seeing a lot less hair in my comb. Also as I'm moving up my hair shaft while detangling, I make sure that I'm holding my ends so that they're not re-tangling.

Yay! Do you mind copying and pasting your post to the "Detangling: Collective Wisdom 2016" thread or whatever it's called?

 

[rileypak]

Hoping my wash day experiment goes well throughout the week because I kinda want to buy more from this line

 

[nerdography]

The humidity is starting to leave Florida, and I'm happy about that. But, my hair, not so much. It loves the humidity, but once it's gone my hair likes to dry out. If I could only find a heavy butter that doesn't have coconut oil.

 

[Damaris.Elle]

Yay! Do you mind copying and pasting your post to the "Detangling: Collective Wisdom 2016" thread or whatever it's called?

Sure! I didn't even notice that thread...

 

[KinksAndInk]

It feels like my hair is getting thicker. I'm definitely ok with that.

 

[TrueSugar]

After my bad salon experience I am almost afraid to to my own hair.

 

[YvetteWithJoy]

After my bad salon experience I am almost afraid to to my own hair.

What happened? Are you straight or texlaxed or natural? How have you done your own hair in the past? Hugs!

 

[Dee_33]

I'm over dealing with my hair, back into a bun it goes. I'm feeling hair-lazy these days.

 

[JerriBlank]

Yes they are SO tripping. Hurt my :censor: feelings!!!

My hair has improved dramatically with just three uses of the product.

If you end with a good DIY product, will you share your recipe?

@JerriBlank @YvetteWithJoy

Sorry to butt into your conversation, but $32 for that?

I set right to work tryna dupe that thang! Lmao! My hair loves glycerin, so I added some DHphue acv stuff, some raw acv as well, to some It's a 10 silk balm, and added some oils listed in the ingredient list as well. I was wondering why their product was brown. The acv does it. My consistency is off, compared to their product, but my hair was smooth. I want to use this long term before I review. I've been applying it everyday since I posted.

 

[Saludable84]

I do my dookie twist and wear my bun.

How you thought my bun was dreads was beyond me, but what Im going to do, Mister Man, is keep walking on by and leave you to ponder why I ignored you while you smoke your cigarette.

 

[Napp]

Idk why but I kind of miss my relaxed hair. I think maybe I should get a straight wig instead of my everyday curly wig. I probably just need to change it up