Random Hair Thoughts/Thinking out loud

Hi, @trueheartofgold: I only used the TGIN mask on two twists, and I've only used it once, but it was wonderful. I was able to detangle with it, it smells great, and those two twists were uber moisturized. They felt great.

To @trueheartofgold and @PJaye, yes, true is correct, it's a styling gel. I've never ever tried slicking my hair with anything, so I can't even tell from its consistency whether it would be a good hair slicker or not. Mielle does make an edge gel. On the Mielle site it gets good reviews. The edge gel smells just like the styling gel: Like a subdued lemon.
 
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I have to trim my hair next wash day. I just need to accept that my hair needs to be trimmed twice a year and stop trying to stretch my trims to once a year.

I noticed my hair and nails grow a lot faster when I drink Boost Nutritional Drinks. I'm contemplating ordering some. At the same time, I know I should just start eating a healthier diet so I don't have to rely on supplements to get all of my vitamins and minerals.
 
YvetteWithJoy said:
Hi, @trueheartofgold: I only used the TGIN mask on two twists, and I've only used it once, but it was wonderful. I was able to detangle with it, it smells great, and those two twists were uber moisturized. They felt great.

To @trueheartofgold and @PJaye, yes, true is correct, it's a styling gel. I've never ever tried slicking my hair with anything, so I can't even tell from its consistency whether it would be a good hair slicker or not. Mielle does make an edge gel. On the Mielle site it gets good reviews. The edge gel smells just like the styling gel: Like a subdued lemon.
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Thank you for clarifying how MO gel is best used. I love Camille Rose Curl Maker BUT I get white spots when I use it. It isn't bad but I can see them. I haven't found the right product combination to stop that from happening.
 
divachyk said:
Thank you for clarifying how MO gel is best used. I love Camille Rose Curl Maker BUT I get white spots when I use it. It isn't bad but I can see them. I haven't found the right product combination to stop that from happening.
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Oh, oops! I didn't mean to imply that I know how MO styling gel is best used. It might be great for slicking hair, I don't know: I don't use it that way. Maybe some reviews at the MO site or demos on YouTube will say.

That's so interesting that the CRN Curl Maker gives you white spots. Know matter HOW HEAVILY I apply CRN Curl Maker, I get no white spots, no flakes, nothing.
 
YvetteWithJoy said:
Oh, oops! I didn't mean to imply that I know how MO styling gel is best used. It might be great for slicking hair, I don't know: I don't use it that way. Maybe some reviews at the MO site or demos on YouTube will say.

That's so interesting that the CRN Curl Maker gives you white spots. Know matter HOW HEAVILY I apply CRN Curl Maker, I get no white spots, no flakes, nothing.
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That's because curl maker is bae. I want to try the mielle organics gel and the tgin gel though.
 
Coilystep said:
That's because curl maker is bae. I want to try the mielle organics gel and the tgin gel though.
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:yep: :love3: It's great. Do you get any crunch/hold with it?

There are so many gels that I would try if money were no object:
  • Jessicurl Spiralicious Styling Gel
  • Curl Crush Around the Way Gel
  • TGIN Curl Bomb
  • Alba Botanica Advanced, Strong Hold Style Gel
  • The Mane Choice Crystal Orchid Biotin Infused Styling Gel
  • Aunt Jackie's Don't Shrink Flaxseed Elongating Gel
  • Alikay Naturals Aloe Berry Styling Gel
And on and on.
 
YvetteWithJoy said:
:yep: :love3: It's great. Do you get any crunch/hold with it?

There are so many gels that I would try if money were no object:
  • Jessicurl Spiralicious Styling Gel
  • Curl Crush Around the Way Gel
  • TGIN Curl Bomb
  • Alba Botanica Advanced, Strong Hold Style Gel
  • The Mane Choice Crystal Orchid Biotin Infused Styling Gel
  • Aunt Jackie's Don't Shrink Flaxseed Elongating Gel
  • Alikay Naturals Aloe Berry Styling Gel
And on and on.
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I don't get crunch with it and my hair last all week with it. I've tried all of those gels except for the around the way(never heard of this one. Off to Google) tgin and the alba. Out of the ones on your list I have tried the mane choice and the alikay naturals are definitely honorable mentions however I noticed flakes with the mane choice after a couple days which was a definite turn off. I may retry eventually because I did like the way my hair turned out. The alikay naturals gel was cool I loved the smell, but it provided zero hold. The jessicurl and aunt Jackie's were misses for me.
 
I have to give a shout-out to salonspafurniture.com for excellent customer service and incredible shipping time!!!

I all but lost myself as I flipped up the visor on my Pibbs and realized I heard a crack and the visor was in my hand and no longer attached to my dryer:cry3: That was last Saturday.

I immediately started looking for where to buy replacement parts. After doing what I felt was enough research I order from salonspafurniture.com. I received a call from a customer service rep about 30 mins later to confirm the type of dryer I had, but I missed the call so they sent me a text message. I was encouraged to call or upload a photo of which I did the latter. I recieved a text and email confirmation that my order for my particular dryer visor was being processed and shipped out. Today my visor arrived!!!! :toocool: Oh and I should mention that we have been pretty much shut down in the northeast for the last 2 days...locally we got @ 32 inches of snow. They definitely have a new repeat customer!!
 
Just realized I actually have medium/coarse hair stands rather than fine ones. Maybe now I will finally be able to find a regimen that works perfectly for my hair.
Ordered my Boost supplements from her.com. I got 4 packs of 12 (48 drinks) for $50 using the code TRIPLE15. I got two day shipping as well. I ordered them early today and they are due here tomorrow.
 
YvetteWithJoy said:
:yep: :love3: It's great. Do you get any crunch/hold with it?

There are so many gels that I would try if money were no object:
  • Jessicurl Spiralicious Styling Gel
  • Curl Crush Around the Way Gel
  • TGIN Curl Bomb
  • Alba Botanica Advanced, Strong Hold Style Gel
  • The Mane Choice Crystal Orchid Biotin Infused Styling Gel
  • Aunt Jackie's Don't Shrink Flaxseed Elongating Gel
  • Alikay Naturals Aloe Berry Styling Gel
And on and on.
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Don't put the Mane Choice so far down! My twist out lasted all week! I usually get 3 days.
 
KinkyRN said:
In light of the assault that happened in Charlotte, NC recently I was wondering if any of these beauty supply/ online vendors that you all speak of are black owned. If so which ones?
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I live in Charlotte and, although I don't frequent BSS on that side of town, I was quite surprised at the actions of the owner. It was disgusting to watch that video and I hope the victim files a lawsuit. But that should be a lesson: Be careful where you spend your money. They will take your money but don't respect your money.

The BSS business is monoplolized by Asians, specifically Koreans. Asians manufacture and distribute the majority of wigs and extensions. That puts them in front for owning BSS. That also allows them to lockout other races/nationalities from gaining a strong foothold in the market. When the US put a ban on wigs that contain hairs from China, that gave Koreans the majority. Even if you see a Black face in a BSS, 7 times out of 10 they are not the owner. There are a few shops in Charlotte that appear to be Black owned but the popular ones that have everything you need are Korean owned. And even then, they depend on the Koreans for products, products that they charge a higher price for when not being sold to a Korean owned BSS.

I have to give it to them. That is solidarity to the tenth power! Do you know how influential Black people could be if we locked down just ONE market that generates billions of dollars annually worldwide?


http://madamenoire.com/104753/why-do-koreans-own-the-black-beauty-supply-business/
 
Saludable84 said:
I'm worried about continue use. I want to do again this weekend but a bit scared to do it again so soon.
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Are you worried about it building up on your strands? I'd like to find a balance between this and protein conditioners/ treatments. I couldn't stop myself from trying it again this week though. But I may have to space this out a bit, if only to allow my oils to last longer. I'll see how my hair feels once I rinse this out.
 
I am so easily amused. Why are the flip-top caps from my empty 2 oz bottles I bought in 2011 for holding mixes able to be screwed on most of my new oil bottles? Is everyone sharing the same bottle makers. This is tripping me out...

Morning nap before hair washing, so my hair does not get smooshed.:sleeping:
 
AbsyBlvd said:
Are you worried about it building up on your strands? I'd like to find a balance between this and protein conditioners/ treatments. I couldn't stop myself from trying it again this week though. But I may have to space this out a bit, if only to allow my oils to last longer. I'll see how my hair feels once I rinse this out.
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I am worried only because my hair is prone to build up at all times.

My hair was reverting after pulling before I applied the egg and I'm 6 weeks roughly from my last protein treatment. I don't want even the egg protein to block moisture.

I want to do the treatment again, so I don't think waiting a week will hurt.
 
I forgot I could come here to (semi) vent. Just being impatient about not having my starter locs yet. At least I've finally settled on a stylist and color. So I'm thinking in the next few weeks I should have both...:headspin:
 
Saludable84 said:
I am worried only because my hair is prone to build up at all times.

My hair was reverting after pulling before I applied the egg and I'm 6 weeks roughly from my last protein treatment. I don't want even the egg protein to block moisture.

I want to do the treatment again, so I don't think waiting a week will hurt.
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I hear you. My hair is similar when it comes to build up. That's why I've taken to shampooing it out (as well as the NW21 stickiness).
 
Upon starting out on a natural hair journey, I had no idea how much science/knowledge the journey can entail.

The scalp's role in hair growth,
The behavior of hair cuticles,
The role of porosity in hair care,
The behavior of special ingredients and their effect upon hair and hair cuticles,
The role of hard water,
The persistence of some substances to stay on the hair,
The potential for mechanical damage, heat damage, and chemical damage,
The subtle differences between hydrating and moisturizing, between conditioning and deep conditioning, etc.
The effect of diet and health on hair health and growth,
The effects of training one's hair . . .

ETA: Moisture-protein balance . . .
 
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discodumpling said:
What is your typical/best wash day like? Easy peasy cause i'm lazy :)

How often do you wash your hair? 2-4 X per week
What is your hair like at the beginning of your wash routine? (Is it in a protective style? Is it an old twist out? Etc.) Usually in a fro. I wash n go 99.99% of the time.
How much time does your wash day routine typically take, including styling? A weekday wash takes as long as a shower...no more than 20 mins. A Sunday wash can take an hour and a half or until the hot water starts getting tepid.
How many steps are in your wash day routine, including styling, and in what order do you do those steps? Wash condition style done!
Do you use a different product for each step, or do you have products that multi-task? Yes different products for different steps.
Do you do all of your steps in the shower, the sink, or a combination? It all goes down in the shower!
Do you have a lot of shed hair? Only if i'm having hair issues. Other than that I lose a normal amount of strands with each wash.
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You don't have to detangle?
 
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