Random Hair Thoughts/Thinking out loud

[NJoy]

My hair is so in need of attention but I feel soooo hairrrrr lazyyyyyyy. ugh.

 

[divachyk]

Aireen - I've read different reviews on Roux. Some prefer it before DCing to ensure the DCner takes better. Others prefer to use it after the DC has been rinsed out. So, Roux becomes the final rinse to lay the cuticles down. Hairlista even suggested mixing it within your DCner. I've tried all three methods but meh results for obvious reasons. If I were a Roux user, I'd use it before my DCner or within my DCner. I prefer my DCner to be my last step. halee_J, you use Roux, right? At what step?

NJoy - when was your last trim? I trimmed a week ago. I'm no at FWL. I'm roughly MBL but was just curious have you trimmed at any point.

 

[divachyk]

Aireen - checkout Harlista's Roux article

 

[Nix08]

divachyk for me yes the smaller banana clips gave me most versatility...I do have fine strands and maybe a small head When I get to WL (ya I said it) I will probably definately need the next step up (which I have already). From the link you provided I got the 3 1/2 inch one and from my local BSS I have the 5 1/2 and from walmart the 7. I love me the 3 1/2 for buns. For ponytails the 5 1/2.

 

[PinkGirlFluff]

Twists are the best thing to happen during my chronic pain episodes. No fuss.

 

[halee_J]

Aireen and divachyk yeah I do use Roux, the porosity control condish. It became a staple after a relaxer over-process effed up my porosity. I use it after shampooing before conditioner. That's not what the instructions say, but it works well for me. I find that when I use it as diected - as a final rinse, it makes my hair feel hard.

 

[SuchaLady]

:/ I consider coil curls. I don't see how a smaller version of something with the same structure aren't the same.

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[MilkChocolateOne]

:/ I consider coil curls. I don't see how a smaller version of something with the same structure aren't the same.

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for some people, it's the visible clumping factor that separates curls from coils

 

[NJoy]

@NJoy - when was your last trim? I trimmed a week ago. I'm no at FWL. I'm roughly MBL but was just curious have you trimmed at any point.

divachyk

First, your hair is looking GORGEOUS!!!

I haven't trimmed my hair since my last touch up in April. And I did that because of the hair neglect during my mom's illness and me ripping tangled braids apart during that time. Hey, I was under stress and felt for sure that I damaged some ends. Didn't want to breed splits.

Funny you should ask tho. I was just thinking that I haven't been babying my ends like last year and should probably use my splitender...just in case.

 

[Aireen]

Oh okay thanks ladies! I will use it before dcing in about 2-3 days and see how that works! Thanks!

 

[divachyk]

@NJoy your hair is still looking good and I thank you for the hair compliment. I was kicking and screaming about losing some length but my hair has responded well since the trim. I'm seeing minimal breakage. Maybe a tiny little piece here and there but it has been nothing like what I was experiencing the weeks before the trim. I was losing tiny strands daily. I have yet to wash my hair since my trim so time will tell if the trim has helped my wash day regi.

 

[Curlybeauty]

Aireen and divachyk yeah I do use Roux, the porosity control condish. It became a staple after a relaxer over-process effed up my porosity. I use it after shampooing before conditioner. That's not what the instructions say, but it works well for me. I find that when I use it as diected - as a final rinse, it makes my hair feel hard.

It always made my hair feel hard and gross as well. I may have to try this technique so I can use up the TWO bottles that I have

I tried so hard to like pre-pooing... It does nothing for me except waste product though.

And yeah, I don't see the point either, hence why i'm using products that I don't really care for. HOWEVER, I like to pre-poo with a conditioner when my NG is in full effect because I can't comb through it dry

My natural hair is very dry, and by doing this and letting it sit over night, the comb glides through my hair under the shower stream.
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In other news, I did another rod set on my hair today. And those suckers were in so darn tight, I was in here on the verge of tears, and my heald couldn't even fit under the dryer

I decided to walk up and down my driveway in the sun (my driveway is as long as a traditional street) to help air dry my hair a bit to cut down on my time under the hair dryer.

But today was a process. I rodded my hair with a part in it, and I think that's why my hair wouldn't fit under the dryer. So I will rode it another way next time, because today was too much for no reason at all. I will take pictures later cause I am BEAT.

 

[kandiekj100]

I had co-washed and/or oil rinsed the last 3 days (trying different methods to which my hair really liked) and I was going to give tonight a rest. But dang if I didn't work and sweat something fierce during today's dance aerobic workout at the gym. I think the air must not have been working in that room because I don't think I've ever sweat so much. But anyways, now I'm not sure what to do. Cooking dinner now and still debating it. I'm probably going to wind up doing it. I don't want to risk having an unruly scalp tomorrow. And worse, dry hair.

 

[Aireen]

And yeah, I don't see the point either, hence why i'm using products that I don't really care for. HOWEVER, I like to pre-poo with a conditioner when my NG is in full effect because I can't comb through it dry

My natural hair is very dry, and by doing this and letting it sit over night, the comb glides through my hair under the shower stream.

Motions CPR Protein Reconstructor does that for me, no problem. Maybe you can try it, I love it.

 

[Embyra]

Purchased 2 TWEEZERMAN LTD DELUXE HAIR CUTTING SHEARS for $21.99

next stop seamless comb

 

[NappyNelle]

My hair is doing so well since I started deep conditioning regularly. Alternating protein and deep moisture, as well as steaming, have really made a difference in the health, feel, and look of my hair.

 

[Lissa0821]

I washed my hair the other day and I did everything the same except I used hot six oil as a prepoo. My hair feels and looks so greasy, I think I have to face the music hot six oil is so hard to wash out of my hair.

 

[Curlybeauty]

I don't even fret over a few short pieces of hair anymore. As long as my shoulders aren't covered in them when I comb my hair, and my sink doesn't look the floor in a barber shop then i'm good.

 

[SheenaVee]

I have come to the conclusion that my hair has low density. I used to think it was middle - low but now I think it's just plain ole low.

 

[divachyk]

Amazing how well I am able to work with my hair if, I take my time and be patience and detangle in about 8 or 9 small sections vs 4 big quadrants.

 

[Curlybeauty]

Amazing how well I am able to work with my hair if, I take my time and be patience and detangle in about 8 or 9 small sections vs 4 big quadrants.

I think I my abandon the 4 section method as well.

Especially when i'm knee deep in NG.

 

[ms.tatiana]

@ms.tatiana
(replacing "thread" with post. oke: Hint, hint!)

Darn I already took her off, I'll post before I got to work tomorrow.

 

[SuchaLady]

Im not sure of the question anymore divachyk. I just know it was innocent when I asked. I now think I have a clue of my hair type though. I think Im a 4a. I have do have curls in my nape and edges. I just feel like I'd be reaching too far to say I am a 3c if I have never even seen my hair fully natural

 

[Aireen]

QUESTION: How do you show more pages at a time for threads?

 

[Nix08]

Aireen if you click on "private messages" at the top then click on "edit Options' on your left then near the bottom of that page you will find the option. It's in the same place you go to make yourself invisible.

 

[Aviah]

Operation: Get hardcore with your hair.
I'm back to PSing in twists, moisturizing daily, adding more protein into my regimen now that my hair is dyed, reducing the heat because of it, sealing more often and DCing on a more regular basis, and taking vitamins more consistently, and eat better. Its been about year since my haircut to chin length in the back- and I'm now full SL. I NEED APL by March next year, and BSL by August 2012.

 

[Darenia]

@Sheena284 your hair in signature pic is so full and pretty.

@Aviah I cant believe all that hair in your ponytail and you are not full SL yet. Don't worry once you do get past SL, you'll reach APl before you know it.

divachyk I know I'm late, but I love your hair cut.

 

[SuchMagnificent]

My hair is so uneven..I think its time for a trim..deathly afraid to let anyone near my head but its long overdue...*sighs* hope I dont regret this

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[Darenia]

Well, if you do regret your trim SuchMagnificance you know where you can come to cry and we'll be here for you. But I don't think you'll regret it if you are direct about what you want and keep your eye on the stylist.

 

[Aviah]

@Sheena284 your hair in signature pic is so full and pretty.

@Aviah I cant believe all that hair in your ponytail and you are not full SL yet. Don't worry once you do get past SL, you'll reach APl before you know it.

divachyk I know I'm late, but I love your hair cut.

I was so confused as to why I wrote that, but I realized it was supposed to say NOW full SL, rather than NOT . Thanks for the encouragement Darenia.