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I'm still waiting for the finished results, but I think I'm officially giving up on Nairobi for Mizani BB HG. I relaxed late last night and I applied and smoothed it quicker than I ever have since I started self relaxing 3 years ago. When I'm underprocessed I can usually feel it when my hair is wet, but for the most part, my new growth feels straight all around. This was my first time trying BB lye and I'm happy with it; only negative thing about the touch up is that an area I accidentally scratched hours prior to relaxing feels burned, but nothing like the burns I received the first time I used Nairobi. And I didn't adequately base my scalp, so I got lucky.
 
Flat ironed my hair today, hadn't done it in over a year but my hair was tangling around itself after my twist out. My attempt to roller set had me thinking about relaxing.

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Come on already apl


About 9 or 10 wks post.
 
My poor scalp is thirsty! Gonna start oiling my scalp with castor and coconut oil mix twice a week especially since its getting cooler outside
 
I clarified last nite and deep conditioned then I let air dry a bit before moisturizing and sealing. I also greased my scalp with my MN mix then put up in Bantu knots for a nice knot out bun for tomorrow.
 
My hair needs a lil water. But I'm not in the mood so its going to have to stay dry until the weekend or the following weekend. *evil grin*
 
loveafterwar said:
Did a curlformers set last night and took them out this morning. I used 5oz water and 1oz Lottabody and a pump of Cream of Nature Argan Oil Wrap Lotion on each section. I used a total of 39 formers. Disclaimer: I'm posting from my phone so excuse me if the pics are to big. If they are just let me know and I'll try to resize them. Also excuse the rogue bra strap and my too big shirt but today is lazy day lol.
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I love the curls.

Excuse the typos but i'm on my iPod touch
 
Flat ironed my hair tonight. It came out ok, I just can't seem to get to the roots with my flat iron.

Excuse the typos but i'm on my iPod touch
 
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I think instead of redoing my bun daily I'm gonna just leave it alone. Getting my hair into a ponytail that is semi slick is becoming a hassle so I'll see how this goes.
 
Hyacinthe said:
Crisco to flat iron. My interest is peaked

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:) I kept reading all of the threads on naturals using Crisco to flat iron so I figured I would give it a try. I only used a very small amount per section and it got my new growth really straight. It even helped to seal in the moisture from my previous wash a couple days before the flat iron. I will definitely add Crisco to my routine for long stretches. My hair seems to do a lot better in straight styles.
 
freckledface said:
I think instead of redoing my bun daily I'm gonna just leave it alone. Getting my hair into a ponytail that is semi slick is becoming a hassle so I'll see how this goes.
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freckledface, not redoing daily was the best thing I could have done. My hair stays moisturized and nicely detangled. Plus, it keeps me from having to do my hair daily which saves time. Love it.

QueenAmaka said:
:) I kept reading all of the threads on naturals using Crisco to flat iron so I figured I would give it a try. I only used a very small amount per section and it got my new growth really straight. It even helped to seal in the moisture from my previous wash a couple days before the flat iron. I will definitely add Crisco to my routine for long stretches. My hair seems to do a lot better in straight styles.
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QueenAmaka, I like crisco for flat ironing and as a sealant. It gives great shine.
 
i had dreams about relaxing my hair. i am going to try my best to hold out. i am going to try Creme Of Nature Argan Oil Relaxer. i need my hair to be a little more straighter. oh and LTR seems to work better when i don't add an oil to seal with. my hair stays soft and not crispy and dry.

i just gave myself a good trim. i put some LTR on my ends, my butter from QB and put my hair back into a bun. i am going to stick to my Suave Almond and Shea shampoo and conditioner too. i love that stuff and it really helped my hair during the spring and summer. the conditioner is a little heavy, so it should be good for the winter. i may go back to roller setting too.
 
I think it's time for me to go back to rollersetting for awhile. I have a bunch of different kinds of rollers, but I'm a perfectionist, and I hate when my curls don't look "fresh" so I usually end up re-rolling nightly (I try to go every other day, but I usually fail) and ends up being a lot of manipulation. Maybe I will try a braidout.....I just need a low manipulation, low stress style.
I'm rambling...:lachen:
 
crlsweetie912 said:
I think it's time for me to go back to rollersetting for awhile. I have a bunch of different kinds of rollers, but I'm a perfectionist, and I hate when my curls don't look "fresh" so I usually end up re-rolling nightly (I try to go every other day, but I usually fail) and ends up being a lot of manipulation. Maybe I will try a braidout.....I just need a low manipulation, low stress style.
I'm rambling...:lachen:
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i'm the same way, but i like how my hair feels when i roller set. i am going to use the flexi rods to have next day hair. i would like to wear my set for at least two days.
 
Anyone oil their scalp in the morning & by the time you get home from work your scalp is dry again? These wigs are so drying to the scalp. smh
 
I'm no longer focusing on the length of my hair. I'm more focused on the health of my scalp and hair overall..it has come a long way since I first started and even though its not long, it's still a lot healthier than it was:-)
 
mschristine said:
I'm no longer focusing on the length of my hair. I'm more focused on the health of my scalp and hair overall..it has come a long way since I first started and even though its not long, it's still a lot healthier than it was:-)
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And that's all that matters! My hair still isn't long and i've been on my hhj for almost two years. Healthy hair translates into long hair. Keep up the good work!
 
crlsweetie912 said:
I think it's time for me to go back to rollersetting for awhile. I have a bunch of different kinds of rollers, but I'm a perfectionist, and I hate when my curls don't look "fresh" so I usually end up re-rolling nightly (I try to go every other day, but I usually fail) and ends up being a lot of manipulation. Maybe I will try a braidout.....I just need a low manipulation, low stress style.
I'm rambling...:lachen:
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Like shortdub78 said, you can try a flexirod, your take big sections of your curls that are already drooping, wind them loosely around a big flexirod. I usually wear a slim scarf around my front and back, take the remaining bulk of hair, divide into 4 (or 5 or 6) sections, wind them loosely around the biggest size flexis I have, then cover my hair with a satin scarf or bonnet. If you do it on top of your hair you will be able to sleep and next morning you will have curls galore!:yep:
 
pre_medicalrulz said:
Just oils.
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I know what you mean. This is winter everything from my hair, my skin and even the inside of my nose gets dry.

I fixed my dry scalp issues by spraying my scalp with wide world of curls moisturizer/water then sealed with my oil mix. It stays moisturized all day.
 
I'm just wondering since I saw posts about using salt in conditioner to melt away tangles...because salt is so abrasive, is it possible that salt may degrade the cuticle layer resulting in damage prone hair. Has anyone experienced this? Or what are people's experiences with using salt in conditioner.

At a point early in my HHJ I used garlic powder salt in my oil mix overnight because I heard it can reduce shedding. I tried it maybe twice, but began to worry about cuticle layer damage so I stopped.

Since I am now deep into my stretch and facing tangles galore, I would like to try salt if I can be sure it won't cause damage.
 
sckri23 said:
I know what you mean. This is winter everything from my hair, my skin and even the inside of my nose gets dry.

I fixed my dry scalp issues by spraying my scalp with wide world of curls moisturizer/water then sealed with my oil mix. It stays moisturized all day.
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That actually sounds like a great idea! Will trt it when I get home. Thanks! :)
 
Should I get a keratin treatment, or can I use ORS hair mayo then follow it up with cantu super shine/hot oil treatment and get the same results?


Cantu intructions: (oil added)
Apply too damp, not wet, hair. Apply a generous amount of product onto frizzy or distressed area. Wrap hair in a warm, wet towel. Leave on towel for up to 20 minutes. Comb through for even distribution. Style as usual.

I wanna know now so I can get keratin treatment kit early if I have to.
 
I washed my hair this morning and a lot of it went down the drain. I thought I was going to be bald when I finished. I haven't washed it in a couple of weeks or combed it in about a week and a half. I blow dried it in low until it was about 80% dry and then I clipped my ends because I'm trying to focus more on health than length. Moisturized and sealed and I think it looks better. It wasn't looking bad but all that hair going down the drain freaked me out a little bit
 
Question, is it best (safer, less breakage) to comb relaxed hair when it's wet, dry or damp?

I learned to comb my natural hair sloppy wet, but I don't think that's good for my relaxed hair.
 
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