Random Hair Thoughts/Thinking out loud

JessieLeleB said:
whats the difference between lye and no-lye?


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Sodium hydroxide can be harder on scalp but better for hair because it holds on to moisture better. People that use this need to stay on top of their moisture protein game. This relaxer leaves more texture behind than no-lye. The hair will appear very straight on the first day but after about 2 weeks the hair will show some texture (this only applies to following the directions and using the correct strength).

calcium hydroxide easier on scalp harder on hair due to mineral deposits left behind. Many people chelate afterwards and then 1x a month after. This relaxes straighter faster and stays straight. The person that uses this will usually need moisture more than protein.
 
I was going to do caruso rollers but decided not to because I liked how my hair looked just hanging down.

My DD looked at me and said "your hair is so big" you are going to keep it like that" I said "YUP" with a big ole smile.

I got a lot of compliments because of it and the mens were on the prowl.

I just washed, conditioned, airdried to 90% detangled and went out just like that. Yup its touching my shoulders but I dont care I was sick of wearing my hair up. It will go back in a bun next week.

I of course am moisturizing 2x's a day because the sun is fierce up in the NYC
 
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My edges are going to be the death of me. They have to stay with mositure for them to not fall out. so I'm trying to oil at least 3 times a day.
 
Dear Hair,

Like a trifling ex, I want to apologize for all the sht I have put you through. I am sorry for all the days I showed you no attention or moisturizer. I am sorry for all the cold and lonely nights spent without a satin scarf to keep you safe and warm. I am sorry I spent those Saturday mornings in those salons letting all those people manhandle, burn and slice you, and then tell me that you would never be pretty enough to be free.
I'm sorry, hair. But things have changed. You know we're at a new place in our relationship now. I'm working hard to make all those things up to you. You're the one for me, and I don't want to lose you. I just want us to be happy the way we are. I'm ready now to take care of you. To provide you with the conditioner you need. To give you the most virginest of extra-virgin olive oil rinses. But I'm also ready to listen to you. I thought I knew what was best, but I don't. Teach me, hair. Guide me, like a flying kick to that stylist's windpipe. I gave you that keratin spray because I thought you would be overmoisturized by now, and you dried up and crunched at me. I should have asked if you needed it first. From now on, I will let you call the shots on what you need. I know you're doing your best and giving me all the hints you can. So I'll have to get better at understanding you.
I'm sorry, hair. I love you. You're cute, but you're beautiful when you're happy and healthy. We're in this together, me and you. We're gonna work this out so we can be ready for Thunderdome 2013.
 
my puff was cute today.
i need some big stretched hair soon though, man....I'm gonna attempt a blowout on thursday or friday. hopefully it won't immediately shrink to my ears in this heat....
 
I wish had an online coupon for Sally's Beauty Supply. My mother and I are buying products (well, I have to stay within my no-buy challenge limit of only 1) and $5 off ain't cuttin' it. :ohwell:
 
Dear Hair,

Like a trifling ex, I want to apologize for all the sht I have put you through. I am sorry for all the days I showed you no attention or moisturizer. I am sorry for all the cold and lonely nights spent without a satin scarf to keep you safe and warm. I am sorry I spent those Saturday mornings in those salons letting all those people manhandle, burn and slice you, and then tell me that you would never be pretty enough to be free.
I'm sorry, hair. But things have changed. You know we're at a new place in our relationship now. I'm working hard to make all those things up to you. You're the one for me, and I don't want to lose you. I just want us to be happy the way we are. I'm ready now to take care of you. To provide you with the conditioner you need. To give you the most virginest of extra-virgin olive oil rinses. But I'm also ready to listen to you. I thought I knew what was best, but I don't. Teach me, hair. Guide me, like a flying kick to that stylist's windpipe. I gave you that keratin spray because I thought you would be overmoisturized by now, and you dried up and crunched at me. I should have asked if you needed it first. From now on, I will let you call the shots on what you need. I know you're doing your best and giving me all the hints you can. So I'll have to get better at understanding you.
I'm sorry, hair. I love you. You're cute, but you're beautiful when you're happy and healthy. We're in this together, me and you. We're gonna work this out so we can be ready for Thunderdome 2013.
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Sooo freakin cute! love it!
 
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LOve my hair more and more everyday...The longer it gets the bigger and more beautiful it is..it's amazing how many compliments I get When I wear it Au Naturale vs. Straight...people are loving it...especially the white people..they can't believe it! And the men :love4: my hair!
 
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Now that I have my regime down pack and I am no longer being heavy handed with my products, I really don't need to buy anything for at least another 2 months. I know that is a good thing, but it makes me a little sad sometimes.
 
lamorenita02907 said:
LOve my hair more and more everyday...The longer it gets the bigger and more beautiful it is..it's amazing how many compliments I get When I wear it Au Naturale vs. Straight...people are loving it...especially the white people..they can't believe it! And the men :love4: my hair!
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Good For You!:grin:
 
Ok, so I am trying to muster up enough energy to put yarn braids in this weekend. I want to start Friday after work and continue on and finish Saturday. Maybe if I actually prep the yarn today, then I'll actually go through with it. I've been wanting to put them in for a while now, but have so lazy.

Maybe putting it out here in print, in cyerspace, will actually help me put my butt in gear.
 
Ugh. So why am I just realizing that I've been taking expired prenates for the past few months? I had a HUGE bottle from when I was pregnant. I've been using other vites but, when I ran out, instead of buying more, I was lazy and just grabbed that huge bottle in the back of the cabinet, knowing that they've been there for awhile but also thinking the shelf life of vitamins has to be a few years. :nono:

So last night I was thinking of ordering some vites online and, while comparing vites, I pulled out my bottle of prenates to also compare. Why oh WHY did I see that they expired in.........wait for it........2009!!! :blush:What...the...heck?!!!

But worse than that. Why am I friggen surprised? My "baby" is 5 yrs old! D'oh!! :wallbash:

Ah well. Needless to say, I've ordered more vites online. My eating habits have been questionable at best. I NEEDS ma vites. I say, ah needs ma vites. :blush:

'tis all.
 
I dont understand why people are so angry. Did you really pay your money to argue? Im convinced some people did. I know noone's posts are above anyone else's but like seriously you have been here for a few months and all you do is bicker. Sheesh.
 
I really dislike when people quote large pics... It's a tad irritating to have the page stretched but now the NEXT page has to be stretched too? :sad:
 
Mische said:
I've had this braidout in for a week and had maybe 15 shed hairs. Detangling is going to be ugly. :nono:
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That's how I feel about this rod set. I'm STILL trying to figure out how this is going to work :lol:
lamorenita02907 said:
LOve my hair more and more everyday...The longer it gets the bigger and more beautiful it is..it's amazing how many compliments I get When I wear it Au Naturale vs. Straight...people are loving it...especially the white people..they can't believe it! And the men :love4: my hair!
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White men always compliment my curls. Hell, even the black ones too.
 
Tried new salon today. TU done but not without some major tingling. Please no scabbing, please! No trim because chick wanted to even all layers and cut two inches :nono: i suggested we do 1/2" and she said that would defeat the purpose, well then, I didn't let her trim at all. Under dryer waiting for roller set to dry. I won't be returning if hair is still under processed.
 
im confused why i wasn't experiencing any shedding despite having a crap load of ssk's and split ends up like no tomorrow. oh well, i clipped off 2 inches anyway, so i guess it doesn't matter. my hair is starting to tick me off. i dont even care about length, i just want healthy hair. so what am i experiencing, good growth but crappy health of course.
 
divachyk said:
Tried new salon today. TU done but not without some major tingling. Please no scabbing, please! No trim because chick wanted to even all layers and cut two inches :nono: i suggested we do 1/2" and she said that would defeat the purpose, well then, I didn't let her trim at all. Under dryer waiting for roller set to dry. I won't be returning if hair is still under processed.
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I hope everything works out for you! divachyk
 
i am detangling my hair right now. i can't wait to use my shampoo bar. this is the first i will be doing an ACV rinse, if my hair needs it after using the poo bar.

Update-
i just finished detangling/washing/ACV rinse/ and twisting.
the shampoo bar cleansed my hair and scalp well. it did leave a waxy coating, but i was expecting that. that was where the ACV rinse came in. after i did the rinse, my hair felt really good. so much that i decided not to deep condition and just apply my detangling leave-in and seal with my hair balm.

i wonder if i don't have to be bothered with the dc process anymore?
 
I think it may be time to tweak my reggie a bit. Not seeing that much of a change in my hair lately. But what to do...??? Hmm
 
you can go kick rocks and mourn my relaxed hair in your gravel pit...

I dint ask for your opinion or your comparison..

Find a cliff and jump off...
 
Hair confession: I haven't shampooed my hair in 3-4 weeks, can't even remember how long. The first few weeks I rinsed with apple cider vinegar once a week, which is amazing for my hair. The last two weeks or so I cowashed. Once I a week I deep condition on dry hair. I think I prefer the acv rinse over cowashing. I don't miss shampoo at all. My scalp doesn't have build up and it doesn't itch.
 
I saw a video on chunky yarn twists. She parted her hair in bigger sections and used 4 pieces of yarn, instead of 2. Shoot, I already prepped the twists by cutting my desired length, so seeing this video has pretty much sealed it for me.

I will be putting in the some chunky twists or braids (not sure which yet) tonight. The lady said it took her about 4 hours. Even if it takes me 6-7 hours (I am not very quick, and gripping the base sometimes takes me a couple tries), that is still a lot better than the 12-18 hours it took me previously. I can't believe how excited I am!

ETA: Link, just in case anyone is interested http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a_swR-j3jts

The more I am thinking about, the more I am leaning toward braiding it.
 
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