Setting to Success 2013

I DC overnight with Joico Moisture Recovery Balm and my Ceramide Oil mix then rinsed this morning. My length and NG was pretty darn soft and manageable!

This was my 5th rollerset and the best do far in terms of roller placement and clipping. It took an hour to set and no frustration, oppose to 1.5 TO 2 hours. I used the Aqua magnetic rollers which I believe are 1 1/4". Hopefully my curls will be more defined and last longer than when using the dark purple rollers.

After I rinsed my DC out I towel dried, applied Darcy's Botanicals Daily Leave-in, Nairobi Foam Setting solution and Paul Mitchell SS Serum.

Here are pictures of my roller placement:


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The yellow rollers are the same size as the Aqua and I used the purple for the short hair along my hair line.
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Wish me luck!

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I set this evening with Keracare foam and GF serum. I haven't set in such a long time, I hope it comes out ok. I plan on pincurling for a few days then bunning until my next wash.
 
My bootleg curlformers came in and they're gorgeous. I also ordered the Curlformers soft bonnet hair though as I don't have the patience to sleep in them. Has anyone used this bonnet before? Also for those using curlformers what setting product do you use to get them to last and how do you best preserve them at night? I got the extra wide and extra long so it should hopefully last be for a good while. My bonnet won't get in for awhile so I won't be trying out the rollers until then.
 
Since y'all are posting pics. Let me post one too. I did this rollerset back in June. My rollersets are a lot prettier now though. :)

My LCL dryer comes tomorrow. I need to name her. :look:
 

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Fhrizzball said:
My bootleg curlformers came in and they're gorgeous. I also ordered the Curlformers soft bonnet hair though as I don't have the patience to sleep in them. Has anyone used this bonnet before? Also for those using curlformers what setting product do you use to get them to last and how do you best preserve them at night? I got the extra wide and extra long so it should hopefully last be for a good while. My bonnet won't get in for awhile so I won't be trying out the rollers until then.
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I have curl formers, but never hears of the bonnet. What is supposed to do? Many women say the pineapple or loosely form them in a high bun. I used them to stretched for I wasn't concerned about the set lasting. If.you are I've heard of people having success with gel. Hopefully others chime in with help
 
Blairx0 said:
I have curl formers, but never hears of the bonnet. What is supposed to do? Many women say the pineapple or loosely form them in a high bun. I used them to stretched for I wasn't concerned about the set lasting. If.you are I've heard of people having success with gel. Hopefully others chime in with help
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Well as opposed to airdrying it's another alternative. I don't have room to have a hard dryer so I figure this would be the next best thing http://www.curlformers.com/images/detail/medium/accessories-hair-dryer.jpg

I tried gel on my sister and I guess i have a tendency to be heavy handed as some pieces came out hard and flaky. I might invest in the Jane and Carter as that's all you tend to hear about when naturals rollerset. That and Lottabody but I don't wanna go that old school yet.
 
Hi, I'm in


  • Current hair length
See signature

  • Relaxed/Natural/Texlaxed/Loc'd
Natural

  • Current Setting method and styling choices
Perm Rods

  • Current Setting products
Cantu Shea Leave in, and an oil

  • One thing you would like to work on/are hoping to achieve
Length retention


  • How long do you plan to set?
Forever

  • Post a beginning picture
Maybe later
 
Took my rollers out and love my hair! I used 1-1/4 rollers with jumbos on the top for looser curls for my bangs. It looks great! Super shiny and bouncy. If my hair continues to behave with roller sets I may do them weekly. I was planning on alternating between sets, buns, and twist outs. Maybe not...
 
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Took my rollers out and love my hair! I used 1-1/4 rollers with jumbos on the top for looser curls for my bangs. It looks great! Super shiny and bouncy. If my hair continues to behave with roller sets I may do them weekly. I was planning on alternating between sets, buns, and twist outs. Maybe not...
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Pics please... :)
 
Im going to have to drop out of this challenge ladies. Im challenged with setting and just cant get it to save my life. I will probably try again in the future but wanted to wish you ladies all the luck and I will still be a lurker.
 
HairPleezeGrow said:
Im going to have to drop out of this challenge ladies. Im challenged with setting and just cant get it to save my life. I will probably try again in the future but wanted to wish you ladies all the luck and I will still be a lurker.
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I'm actually making a really simple tutorial on how I rollerset Mohawk style tomorrow morning. Maybe this will give you what you need to improve. Hang out with us love. The challenge is to challenge yourself :)
 
HairPleezeGrow said:
Im going to have to drop out of this challenge ladies. Im challenged with setting and just cant get it to save my life. I will probably try again in the future but wanted to wish you ladies all the luck and I will still be a lurker.
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I agree don't give up! Stick in it and your hair and skill level will surprise you
 
DominicanBrazilian82 said:
I'm actually making a really simple tutorial on how I rollerset Mohawk style tomorrow morning. Maybe this will give you what you need to improve. Hang out with us love. The challenge is to challenge yourself :)
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HairPleezeGrow
I agree with DominicanBrazilian82. I know how frustrating it is, two sets ago I literally threw my comb down, laid my head on the sink and damn near cried out of frustration. I picked my head and comb back up and tried again, the set came out ok but the next time it was great. This is because I watched more videos, took screen shots of roller placement on ladies who's rollersets I admire. I thought every step through and had a game plan for the next time. Don't give up, if they can do it, we can do it too.

I mentioned up thread somewhere that I think there should be a rollersetting Q&A, I think it would be a great addendum to this challenge or maybe a separate thread.

I learned my rollers were too large and that I needed setting lotion because I want curls. Those that don't want curls use a leave-in and serum only, they just want the heat free straight, bouncy, full style. What problems are you having? I'm here to help in any way that I can because I know exactly how you are feeling.

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KiWiStyle said:
HairPleezeGrow
I agree with DominicanBrazilian82. I know how frustrating it is, two sets ago I literally threw my comb down, laid my head on the sink and damn near cried out of frustration. I picked my head and comb back up and tried again, the set came out ok but the next time it was great. This is because I watched more videos, took screen shots of roller placement on ladies who's rollersets I admire. I thought every step through and had a game plan for the next time. Don't give up, if they can do it, we can do it too.

I mentioned up thread somewhere that I think there should be a rollersetting Q&A, I think it would be a great addendum to this challenge or maybe a separate thread.

I learned my rollers were too large and that I needed setting lotion because I want curls. Those that don't want curls use a leave-in and serum only, they just want the heat free straight, bouncy, full style. What problems are you having? I'm here to help in any way that I can because I know exactly how you are feeling.

Sent from my iPhone using LHCF
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KiWiStyle... *tear*. That was beautiful :)
 
Did a set today using Lacio Lacio, as my leave in sprayed a little Tresemme heat protectant and a dime size of Organix Macadamia Oil on soaking wet hair. I used grey and purple rollers. I'm now under the dryer doing a silk wrap.
 
Current hair length - NL
Relaxed/Natural/Texlaxed/Loc'd - Relaxed
Current Setting method and styling choices - phony bun, airdrying and dry rollers; just bought a LCL hood dryer so I'll start rollersetting next week!
Current Setting products - probably will start with Keracare setting lotion
One thing you would like to work on/are hoping to achieve - retention and moisture, less breakage
How long do you plan to set? we'll see
 
[*]Current hair length

I just cut my hair on New Years Day from grazing WL, to Full BSL.

[*]Relaxed/Natural/Texlaxed/Loc'd

Texlaxed :grin:

[*]Current Setting method and styling choices

When I'm being good, which I will this year, I sleep in 4 moisturized & sealed braids. I pin each braid into a pinwheel shape flat against my head and simply take them out in the morning. I'll wear it down or put it in a curly bun depending on the weather.

How long do you plan to set

Every day.

[*]Current Setting products

I like to mix my own using Cantu Shea as a base. The ingredients constantly change, lol. But I always prefer incorporating natural products.

[*]One thing you would like to work on/are hoping to achieve

I'm hoping to maintain my delicious new super thick ends by being diligent about caring for them.


[*]Post a beginning picture

I'll be back with a picture. I don't have a picture with my hair straight at my new length, but I'll post one anyway.

ETA: I hope this challenge isn't just about heat/roller setting. If so, I totally crashed :lol:
 
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I really want to join this challenge, but setting is just soooooo frustrating for me :angry2:. I'll keep working at it and cheer you guys from the sidelines until I can get it together :).
 
EnExitStageLeft, I am new to roller setting and have only done two and they were not the greatest. The only way I will get better is to keep at it. I know it is frustrating but we have a good support system here.
 
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