Random Hair Thoughts/Thinking out loud

[Lilmama1011]

My hair will still be touching my back. Might be arm pit length. Even in my other pictures when I first started actively taking pics and growing my hair out, I noticed a gap but nope, I'm not doing it. I was going to have the girl do it but SO talking about no, he will do it. If he don't, I will be getting it done tomorrow. 2 inches is two inches whether he do it or not but I guess he thinks they will overcut. If he undercuts, I will still be getting it trimmed til it is blunt and healthy and whatever shape it grows, I will just neating it up.

 

[Lilmama1011]

I know where it came from. When I called my self trimming off damage at the beginning of my photoed long hair journey, I didn't get all of it in the first place and now it's more noticeable because it's longer

 

[julzinha]

I'm conflicted. I need my hair to be cornrowed into a beehive, my current braider can cornrow but I don't know if she is familiar with the style. But she is just so gentle on my hair and it's the reason I've seen such great retention. On the other side, I have my sister's weave person, I've gone to her in the past and she is good, but I'm worried that she might be rough on my hair if she encounters a tangle because my hair is natural.

 

[DarkJoy]

I used to use sun in back in middle school. And yea, kinda turns it a copper orange and it doesnt work if you have product on esp grease or butters or heavy oils. And it takes a long while and several applications if starting from jet black hair.

Saw one of my classmates today. She is white. I've always known her to have medium brown colored hair. Today I saw her and her hair was bright blonde. Of course I asked her about it. She said all she did was use sun in and take her kids to the beach all the time over the summer and naturally got her hair blonde. I think she looked great. Made me wonder if sun in works for dark dark brown or black hair to lighten a few shades. I wouldn't try it, but maybe someone is interested.

My brother used Sun In wayyy back in the day... His hair was basically orange lol.

So it REALLY depends on what color you're looking for.

 

[Lilmama1011]

Just straightened and got a much needed trim. SO did it, I thought I would have to cut more but idk what he did, but it's magical. It looks much better. About to upload pics on my tumblr, check me out ladies!

Tumblr is goldenstrandz

 

[11228]

Any fine haired ladies use a mild protein conditioner at least once a week?

I've been using Aphogee 2 minutes with every wash for a few weeks now and my hair has never been stronger or more moisterized. I co wash mid week too and use the Keratin and Green Tea leave in when I do. In addition to all this, I still use Emergencee every 4 or 5 weeks.

I keep waiting for my hair to be protein overload but it is getting stronger. I think pre pooing with moisture drenched aloe/oil mixture coated in coconut oil helps keep it in check.

I am hopeful that I've finally found the balance between protein and moisture.

 

[curlyTisME]

On vacation, humidity is Florida is inevitable so I moisturized with an Acai berry oil blend my sister had and did two goddess twists. Hair feels so soft and supple. Hair appt Thursday when we get back.

 

[MzLady78]

I've been thinking about cutting my hair and starting over. I just don't know if I can pull off a TWA, even though I've BC'd twice. Both times, I pretty much protective styled until I got some length.

 

[PinkDiamond]

Any fine haired ladies use a mild protein conditioner at least once a week?

I've been using Aphogee 2 minutes with every wash for a few weeks now and my hair has never been stronger or more moisterized. I co wash mid week too and use the Keratin and Green Tea leave in when I do. In addition to all this, I still use Emergencee every 4 or 5 weeks.

I keep waiting for my hair to be protein overload but it is getting stronger. I think pre pooing with moisture drenched aloe/oil mixture coated in coconut oil helps keep it in check.

I am hopeful that I've finally found the balance between protein and moisture.

I'm fine haired and my hair suffered when I avoided all protein, since I've been using a mild protein every week my hair is thriving. I tried using the komanza protein every 4-6 weeks but it was too strong for my hair and then I finally realized a mild protein is all I really needed and maybe a hard protein every 4-6 months (but I'm still trying to finding that balance ) I still use moisturizering conditioners but I make sure to include my mild protein.

 

[SlimPickinz]

I've been thinking about cutting my hair and starting over. I just don't know if I can pull off a TWA, even though I've BC'd twice. Both times, I pretty much protective styled until I got some length.

GIRL I feel this same way right now. I need a trim/cut but I know if I do it myself I'll end up with a TWA and I do not want hair that short again.

 

[MzLady78]

GIRL I feel this same way right now. I need a trim/cut but I know if I do it myself I'll end up with a TWA and I do not want hair that short again.

Yeah, I'm just kinda over hair right now, even though I've been wearing a wig for the last few months. I love wearing my own hair but it's just so high maintenance. Even getting it in a decent bun takes work.

 

[yaya24]

My hothead thermal heating cap caught on fire in my microwave Sunday.
* User error * lol

Looking forward to steaming tomorrow!

 

[Honey Bee]

A part of me would like to start dying it myself so that I can do it more often instead of always going to my stylist but I don't look forward to the mess it will make at home. .

I can't speak to the mess, but I'm planning to color at some point so I've been doing some research. I like this site because she's an expert at bleaching the hell out of hair, but keeping it healthy. Now, clearly I'm not planning to bleach , but I feel like, if she can keep that hair healthy, mine should be good. The blog is extensive but what I really like is the shop. Apparently, there's a lot of stuff us regular folk can't buy, and she sells it. Iirc, I was looking into some temporary color by Wella, some kinda mousse-thing which I've never heard of before in my life. I didn't even know Wella did that.

So, yeah.. those my peoples, can't remember if I told you about them before, but I'm an evangelist about this lady.

 

[Holla]

I didn't learn the first umpteen times it happened and so now it happened again. I did a wash and go. It didn't dry fully before pulling it back into a ponytail. Now the center section has matted areas. …not just tangled but matted. I am so upset.

 

[PJaye]

I didn't learn the first umpteen times it happened and so now it happened again. I did a wash and go. It didn't dry fully before pulling it back into a ponytail. Now the center section has matted areas. …not just tangled but matted. I am so upset.

Aw, I'm sorry you're going through that. Matting and dreading are the worst! I highly recommend delaying detangling until you've calmed, eaten and feel at peace. Do it sitting down in a comfortable place with a mirror, good lighting and a source of amusement (e.g., a tv) present, and with all of your supplies readily at hand. Take your time and show those mats who's boss.

 

[Bibliophile]

Rich & Nyema, why are you messing with me?! What the Devil possessed you to *** with the mickey-fricky flagship product of your company?

Nubian Heritage changed the formula of my HG Indian Hemp & Tamanu Grow & Strenghen Moisturizing Co-wash. It's now called “Indian Hemp & Tamanu Fortify & Soften Co-Wash".

Receipts from CurlMart review:
http://www.curlmart.com/product/nub...anu-strengthen-and-grow-moisturizing-co-wash/

Unfortunately, this company has changed the formula. I will no longer be purchasing this cowash.

Old formula:
Deionized Water, Cocos Nucifera(Coconut) Oil*, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter)*, Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter*, Cetyl Esters, Kaolin Clay, Grapeseed Oil, Simmondsia chinensis seed (Jojoba) Oil, Behentrimonium Chloride (Conditioner), Cannabis sativa (Hemp) Seed oil, Calophyllum Inophyllum (Tamanu) Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B-5), Bambusa Vulgaris (Bamboo) Extract, Tiare (Gardenia Tahitensis) flower, Proprietary Essential Oil Blend, Allium sativum (Garlic) Extract,Salix Alba (Willow)Bark Extract, Melia Azadirachta (Neem) Seed Oil, Sorbitol Esters, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Sea Salt, Rosemary Extract, Caprylyl Glycol

New formula:
Water, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter*, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Behentrimonium Chloride, Stearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Fragrance (Essential Oil Blend), Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Oil, Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil, Calophyllum Inophyllum Seed Oil, Melia Azadirachta Seed Oil, Gardenia Tahitensis Flower Extract, Tocopherol, Allium Sativum (Garlic) Bulb Extract, Bambusa Textilis Stem Extract, Panthenol, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Glycerin (Vegetable), Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Caprylyl Glycol

I'm using my last bottle...Now I have to stalk CVS and stock up.

 

[fatimablush]

Just straightened and got a much needed trim. SO did it, I thought I would have to cut more but idk what he did, but it's magical. It looks much better. About to upload pics on my tumblr, check me out ladies!

Tumblr is goldenstrandz

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[fatimablush]

i bought a couple of crochet wigs from etsy.com. they are cute...but this fall...i want to make some of my own. i amd now deciding which hair to buy. my sis is working on one now..it is sooooo cute. i can't wait until it is done.

i am also looking for one of those senegalese twist wigs that are sold out everywhere.

getting ready to fix my hair..i want it to grow back in a tapered style..i still have a little relaxer left.

 

[curlyTisME]

Hair got a little damp today not drenched. Still not doing anything until I go for my appt Thursday.

 

[Britt]

I can't speak to the mess, but I'm planning to color at some point so I've been doing some research. I like this site because she's an expert at bleaching the hell out of hair, but keeping it healthy. Now, clearly I'm not planning to bleach , but I feel like, if she can keep that hair healthy, mine should be good. The blog is extensive but what I really like is the shop. Apparently, there's a lot of stuff us regular folk can't buy, and she sells it. Iirc, I was looking into some temporary color by Wella, some kinda mousse-thing which I've never heard of before in my life. I didn't even know Wella did that.

So, yeah.. those my peoples, can't remember if I told you about them before, but I'm an evangelist about this lady.

Thank u!!!
I've never see this blog before. I am gonna have to start coloring regularly to stay on top of incoming random gray hairs. I forget the name of the brand of color my stylist used but my hair felt normal as usual. It was a Demi permanent I believe.

 

[PJaye]

I've been wearing simple braid-outs since the spring and I'm really enjoying it. This is a huge departure from my staple ponytails and I can't be bothered Pocahontas braids. Today, my son said my hair looked shiny and cute...but I suspect he's just buttering me up for a loan or something.

 

[Holla]

Aw, I'm sorry you're going through that. Matting and dreading are the worst! I highly recommend delaying detangling until you've calmed, eaten and feel at peace. Do it sitting down in a comfortable place with a mirror, good lighting and a source of amusement (e.g., a tv) present, and with all of your supplies readily at hand. Take your time and show those mats who's boss.

Thanks PJaye! I did just that and hours later my hair is detangled - thank God. I ate some comfort food (mac n cheese), slapped some honey hemp in and went at it.

 

[imaginary]

I've only had these braids in for a week and a half and I already want to take them out. I spent money on them though, so I'm gonna at least try to push for 3weeks.

 

[KidneyBean86]

I'm thinking of buying one of those heated conditioning caps for my hair. I wonder if it would be helpful in deep conditioning since my hair is so dry.

 

[HappyAtLast]

I think I'm taking my hair way too seriously lately. Ugh. It's dominating my thoughts and time. Time to take a step back to simplicity.

 

[ImanAdero]

Currentlydeep conditioning...

No idea when I plan to shampoo it out lol.

Gotta figure out what I'll do with it... Probably just a flat twist out.

 

[xu93texas]

So I got my hair dyed 9 weeks ago and about 2 weeks ago I see a few grays starting to grow back in around my edges and at my roots. It's only literally a few, but I detest gray hair. A part of me would like to start dying it myself so that I can do it more often instead of always going to my stylist but I don't look forward to the mess it will make at home. Hmmmm, I already made my appointment to get the color retouched in 3 weeks which will make about 12 weeks total. If I continue to let my stylist do it and spare myself the mess, I'm gonna have to start doing this every 8 weeks on schedule.

Have you looked at the Shea Moisture hair color? I love this stuff!! It's so easy and I touch up every 7-8 weeks. I've done it twice so far and it's so easy. I used to use henna when I was relaxed and this isn't as nearly as messy as henna. Also, you can't beat the price at $15.

 

[julzinha]

Well the wig regimen is out the window. I went to get my hair cornowed today and it was too much stress on my hair as a thick haired natural. I had to stop because I was starting to see breakage. I'm glad I stopped after she half of the first line, so what ever breakage was minimal and I also saw some shed hair in the bunch so hopefully it was mainly hair that I didn't detangle. I'm proud of myself for stopping it before I had a major setback after she did my whole head. I'll just go back to braid extensions from her which she does fabulously and gently. I guess that is the best regimen for me and I will continue it until my next birthday.

 

[julzinha]

I truly feel like after I recommitted myself to my hair health. I've just been blessed with great advice, products, regimen and a hairstylist. That I've seen so much progress in my hair thickness and length in the last 5 months. I just really hope I can get my hair growth at a consistent more than an inch a month through proper supplemention and growth aids.

It would seriously be my dream to have WL hair by next birthday with lots of thickness.

 

[PureSilver]

Itching to go back natural!!!

Can't wait to try this deep conditioning treatment from Dr. miracles. I really hope my hair loves it just as much or more than it loves the follicle healer.

Well my hair is certainly feeling thicker.

Seems like I have to do a mid week moisturizing co-wash. I saw way too much hair this morn and I trimmed 2x this week.