Random Hair Thoughts/Thinking out loud

[whiteoleander91]

@whiteoleander91:

Uh, while we're on the subject of product recommendations (spoken like the true addict that I am), I think that you would like the Eva NYC Therapy Session Hair Mask. Given your results with the Macadamia line, I believe this DC would work well for you. It's thick, rich and has great slip with an unassuming floral aroma. During application, it smoothed my strands while appearing to disappear and be absorbed by them. Upon rinsing, my hair was silky soft and moisturized. An added bonus is that it's contained in a big ol' 16.9oz jar for $14.99 (or $11.99 during a sale at Ulta). If the opportunity ever presents itself, give this product a whirl and see how it performs.

Thank you! I will give it a try when I need to reup on DC

 

[FadingDelilah]

Hair reacted really well to last wash day but my scalp issues are back and worse. I think I have dryness issues. Vitamin e helps and not tugging on my curls as much. I also used aloe Vera on my burning spots last night and they calmed down. I will continue with this. I use it on my face too underneath vitamin e oil after I wash with water only and my skin is clear and supple. Love it.

 

[beauti]

I really need to go ahead and straighten my hair so I can do a proper trim. I keep putting it off because it will take me allllll daayyyyy lonnnng

 

[Bette Davis Eyes]

@HIS1LOVE @nichelle02 @qchelle

 

[PJaye]

Best wishes to you @PJaye

I'm trying to limit my use on here, I've found I'm on here way too much; it's not like I've not got other things to be doing! My renewal is due too in a couple months and I have thought to let it lapse but I will probably renew again; I won't be on here for hours and hours though.

Thank you, I appreciate it. I say, enjoy your time here guilt-free and have a ball doing it. That's a black woman's prerogative.

 

[icsonia22]

I'm convinced heat damage has helped me retain length. Now don't get me wrong, if I could go back and do it again I definitely wouldn't heat damage my hair but having the hair in a stretched state has really made a difference in the reduction of single strand knots. The first time I went natural, my hair was a uneven mess that didn't fully touch my shoulders after 3 years thanks to single strand knots and improper detangling. I've been natural a little over 2 years this go round and I'm grazing APL. There's power in keeping your hair stretched

 

[Sharpened]

Took a break from my B-complex and my shed rate has doubled. B-complex for life!

I like it when I can go through my hair and randomly pull out sheds with little-to-no effort, wet or dry.

DH keeps complimenting on my hair. After 20 years, he knows instinctively at a certain length I want to big chop.


I still have no urge to live in puffs yet, but I may take another "twist break" due to busy moments.

 

[I Am So Blessed]

Once I drop this 30 LBS and I can see my face better there will be NO STOPING these hairstyles!! Working out tonight to fit into my cute skirts and shirts!! Nothing like having a nice shape with big natural hair (in my opinion).

 

[FadingDelilah]

I'm sitting here staring at the new shiny jewels I've added to my product stash with stars in my eyes. Can't wait for wash day. I'm bout to end up on Hoarders one of these days.

"My daughter has 45,672 V05 products and she won't listen to us when we all tell her she doesn't need anymore. I feel like I'm losing her." - My mother getting interviewed on the show. LOL!

@I Am So Blessed good luck losing weight! Slow and steady wins the race. Forgive yourself along the way, too. Mistakes may happen. But it's about the big picture, not the everyday details.

 

[I Am So Blessed]

I'm sitting here staring at the new shiny jewels I've added to my product stash with stars in my eyes. Can't wait for wash day. I'm bout to end up on Hoarders one of these days.

"My daughter has 45,672 V05 products and she won't listen to us when we all tell her she doesn't need anymore. I feel like I'm losing her." - My mother getting interviewed on the show. LOL!

@I Am So Blessed good luck losing weight! Slow and steady wins the race. Forgive yourself along the way, too. Mistakes may happen. But it's about the big picture, not the everyday details.

Thank you!

 

[I Am So Blessed]

I'm sitting here staring at the new shiny jewels I've added to my product stash with stars in my eyes. Can't wait for wash day. I'm bout to end up on Hoarders one of these days.

"My daughter has 45,672 V05 products and she won't listen to us when we all tell her she doesn't need anymore. I feel like I'm losing her." - My mother getting interviewed on the show. LOL!

@I Am So Blessed good luck losing weight! Slow and steady wins the race. Forgive yourself along the way, too. Mistakes may happen. But it's about the big picture, not the everyday details.

LOL we will post that episode in the "Dont let this be you some day" thread!

 

[curlyTisME]

I’ve been journaling my daily hair care practices in hopes of solidifying a routine now that I’m back to a TWA.

 

[GGsKin]

So many carts so little reason. And I still want to restock on APB DCs.

 

[naturalagain2]

My hair has been so manageable. I've never been able to mostly finger detangle as much as I do now. My hair has been really been enjoyable to do.

 

[YvetteWithJoy]

My hair has been so manageable. I've never been able to mostly finger detangle as much as I do now. My hair has been really been enjoyable to do.

That's something to shout about! What's the cause?

 

[YvetteWithJoy]

So many carts so little reason. And I still want to restock on APB DCs.

I've been good. I don't even have one mock cart. It has really helped that I moved my stash into these clear plastic drawer sets. The products stare back at me like, "If you DARE bring another datgum product in this datgum hooouuuussse!"

 

[naturalagain2]

That's something to shout about! What's the cause?

Girl this is the best my hair has been ever! I'm scared to get excited about it just yet LOL

I think these things have greatly helped my hair:

DC'ing weekly with heat (under dryer) for 30-40mins minimum. ( I use to just let it sit using my body heat or let it sit overnight majority of the time)

I always use my AVJ mix (purified water, AVJ, peppermint oil) after washing but before styling to close my cuticles and remove frizz.

Using Ayurvedic herbs has helped my hair greatly (I noticed henna reduced my shedding).

Using my Shea Butter mix to seal regularly has helped as well.

Sticking to my same routine (and slowly adding products/new techniques) so I can learn my hair has helped me this time around.

 

[GGsKin]

I've been good. I don't even have one mock cart. It has really helped that I moved my stash into these clear plastic drawer sets. The products stare back at me like, "If you DARE bring another datgum product in this datgum hooouuuussse!"

..I need to upgrade my storage. What kind of sets did you get?

I'm usually good but these past few days, all I've made is carts lol. Some are just hanging out for now and may get deleted. I made a break from being a PJ for hair products, and stumbled down a skincare/makeup rabbit hole...I need to check myself but not just yet because I'm definitely pulling the trigger on this Pat McGrath cart

 

[Angel1881]

@whiteoleander91:

Uh, while we're on the subject of product recommendations (spoken like the true addict that I am), I think that you would like the Eva NYC Therapy Session Hair Mask. Given your results with the Macadamia line, I believe this DC would work well for you. It's thick, rich and has great slip with an unassuming floral aroma. During application, it smoothed my strands while appearing to disappear and be absorbed by them. Upon rinsing, my hair was silky soft and moisturized. An added bonus is that it's contained in a big ol' 16.9oz jar for $14.99 (or $11.99 during a sale at Ulta). If the opportunity ever presents itself, give this product a whirl and see how it performs.

I have to second this recommendation. It was awesome on my hair. The only reason I haven't repurchased was because I thought it was too pricey for its size. I got 3 uses out of it.

I would also highly recommend Eva NYC's Soften Up Conditioner. It is cheaper, larger, and nearly as effective. I love it.

 

[YvetteWithJoy]

..I need to upgrade my storage. What kind of sets did you get?

I'm usually good but these past few days, all I've made is carts lol. Some are just hanging out for now and may get deleted. I made a break from being a PJ for hair products, and stumbled down a skincare/makeup rabbit hole...I need to check myself but not just yet because I'm definitely pulling the trigger on this Pat McGrath cart

I understand about the makeup and skincare rabbit hole. They almost got me!!! My body and face sunscreen arrives tomorrow, and then I will begin that kojic soap, aha lotion, and sunscreen regimen. Other than those and an overnight face cream, I have been skrong.

Here are my plastic drawer sets of hair products. It's 4 years worth. I believe I got the drawer sets from Target. My bathroom cabinet and shower hold my staples and HGs.

 

[GGsKin]

@YvetteWithJoy Thank you for the pic. I'm gonna need something similar for skincare soon.

I'm a terrible hoarder of samples and dregs of products so I think it's almost-empty bottles and products I no longer use just taking up space. I'm gonna clear out all skincare products I no longer use. Once I'm done, I'm sure it won't look so bad.

 

[PJaye]

I have to second this recommendation. It was awesome on my hair. The only reason I haven't repurchased was because I thought it was too pricey for its size. I got 3 uses out of it.

I would also highly recommend Eva NYC's Soften Up Conditioner. It is cheaper, larger, and nearly as effective. I love it.

Three uses from a 16oz jar? That's a lot and I'm heavy handed.

 

[I Am So Blessed]

I can honestly say that I'm over worrying about length. I'll happily take additional length when I get it, because I'd like some length on my wngs, but otherwise, I'm good.

Do you know how many times I have proclaimed this to myself? Lol that length bug still gets me! Even at WL.

Good for you! Length comes faster when you don't watch.

 

[yaya24]

My hair hates:
Henna
Shea
Coconut oil
Olive oil

 

[Angel1881]

Three uses from a 16oz jar? That's a lot and I'm heavy handed.

Yup. Its a rather thick conditioner, but for some reason I needed a lot of it. Now I'm wondering if I had been going through protein overload at the time.

My hair is so finicky that it needs a lot of conditioner. I'm usually very heavy-handed because when I go lightly, products don't seem to moisturize or style my hair. My hair needs a lot of weight to be satisfied. I wish I was one of those people who could be light-handed with their hair.

 

[PJaye]

Yup. Its a rather thick conditioner, but for some reason I needed a lot of it. Now I'm wondering if I had been going through protein overload at the time.

My hair is so finicky that it needs a lot of conditioner. I'm usually very heavy-handed because when I go lightly, products don't seem to moisturize or style my hair. My hair needs a lot of weight to be satisfied. I wish I was one of those people who could be light-handed with their hair.

I hear ya. I'm heavy handed too, so I get it. Not as heavy handed as you, but still... Do you DC on dry hair or wet hair?

 

[Angel1881]

I hear ya. I'm heavy handed too, so I get it. Not as heavy handed as you, but still... Do you DC on dry hair or wet hair?

Wet hair only. For 2018 I've been DCing under a hooded dryer for 20 - 45 min each wash day. Do you DC on wet or dry hair?

 

[PJaye]

Wet hair only. For 2018 I've been DCing under a hooded dryer for 20 - 45 min each wash day. Do you DC on wet or dry hair?

Both. Has using the dryer produced any positive effects for you?

 

[HIS1LOVE]

@HIS1LOVE @nichelle02 @qchelle

Thank you!

 

[Angel1881]

Both. Has using the dryer produced any positive effects for you?

Absolutely! I can tell a huge difference between DCing under the dryer and just conditioning in the shower under a cap. My hair is much easier to manage when I DC. It also retains moisture better.

In all my years of researching hair care and lurking on this board & other hair boards, I've never come across anyone with hair like mine. My hair sheds a ton each wash day. My hair sometimes breaks while I am applying conditioner - especially if it is thicker. I really struggle to get a good protein and moisture balance. I frequently deal with protein overload, but when my hair is overly moisturized, it breaks a lot more...

If anyone has any ideas about what is going on here, I'm more than happy to hear them.