Shea Growth And Retention Regimen 2018

[Chicoro]

I just finished making and storing a fresh batch of Shea butter. I don't go through it as quickly as I used to do. I still have about 2 kilos left of pure Shea butter. I was sitting on the platform waiting for the train, to go home. I was directly in the sun. My jet black hair was sparkling like it had little diamonds in it. I was examining a braid, holding it about two inches from my face. Shea makes my hair really soft and springy and kind of heavy. It was very satisfying putting my fresh batch into a clean, shiny glass jar.

 

[Chicoro]

The pipes in my bathroom have been slowly getting clogged. That’s not surprising since I’ve been using Shea daily since December. I knew what I had to do but I was avoiding it and hoping it would resolve itself. Story of my life basically. I remembered the sour salt suggestion in this thread. I went to 3 grocery stores including Walmart and couldn’t find it. Checked the Jewish/Kosher food section and everything still nada. Even had the clerks there helping me. Oh well. I decided to get some generic Drano clog clearing gel at Publix and called it a day. I poured it in my bathtub and bathroom sink and let it sit for 30 minutes. I poured boiling hot water down the drain to rinse it out and no more clogs!! Hallelujah! I’m excited for wash day later today!

Glad you were able to quickly, easily and cheaply resolve the clogged pipes situation. I try to do a little something to the drains every time I have a big wash day.

 

[Chicoro]

I am in the process of moving out, and may not be able to make precious shea for a while. So, I decided to make an extra 6 batches (Kept four, gave 2 to my mom). This time I use avocado, grape seed oil, coconut oil, lemon, jasmine, rose, and grapefruit oil. I think it was the best batch yet, it was also the biggest batch. I had to double boil the sea butter in three parts!

We are serious about this Shea. Your mix sounds like it smells wonderful!

 

[Aggie]

Glad you were able to quickly, easily and cheaply resolve the clogged pipes situation. I try to do a little something to the drains every time I have a big wash day.

@Chicoro, can you please put your recommendation for de-clogging the drains after using SB on the first page in the first post as well? That would help all new shea users avoid having a catastrophe on their hands and it will be a constant reminder to the rest of us as well. Thanks in advance.

 

[caribeandiva]

I realized that part of the pleasure of making a new batch of Shea butter is having a clean, shiny, warm and dry glass jar. The last time my experience was not as satisfying because I still had a bit of the old batch left, and added my new batch to a 'dirty' jar.

Not this time. I want my Shea Satisfaction to be HIGH, this time around. A clean, shiny empty glass jar is a MUST!

I agree. Presentation is everything. It makes it that much more enjoyable in my experience. I’m eventually gonna buy a big glass bowl to whip up my Shea in the future for that reason.

 

[caribeandiva]

@Chicoro, can you please put your recommendation for de-clogging the drains after using SB on the first page in the first post as well? That would help all new shea users avoid having a catastrophe on their hands and it will be a constant reminder to the rest of us as well. Thanks in advance.

I thought she already did. Unless you mean the frequency of use then I agree.

 

[Saga]

Glad you were able to quickly, easily and cheaply resolve the clogged pipes situation. I try to do a little something to the drains every time I have a big wash day.

Speaking of which, I didn't have my pipes clog up but I DID, however, see a white substance building when I looked at the shower drain as I was cleaning the bathroom. So I poured boiling hot water down the drain (didn't have any baking soda or draino on hand) and the drain was cleared. It wasn't stopped up when I showered but I would HATE for the next tenant to have to deal with a mess I left behind.

 

[Chicoro]

@Chicoro, can you please put your recommendation for de-clogging the drains after using SB on the first page in the first post as well? That would help all new shea users avoid having a catastrophe on their hands and it will be a constant reminder to the rest of us as well. Thanks in advance.

Hey @Aggie ,

Do you want to me to indicate simply that one should de-clog the drain 1x per week, or do you want me to write out HOW I de-clog, step by step? Please clarify! Thank you!

 

[yamilee21]

The pipes in my bathroom have been slowly getting clogged. That’s not surprising since I’ve been using Shea daily since December. ...

I must have missed something in this thread... what are you doing with shea butter that is causing your drains to clog? I've been using shea butter for about a decade, and I've never noticed that it contributed to clogs. (Of course, I have kids, so the reasons for our clogs tend to be far more dramatic, , though they would claim it is scientific experimentation.)

 

[Chicoro]

Somebody asked about Mango butter. I found this:

"YAY!! I've finally achieved hair success. I've been on the road to healthy hair since August 2002 and I'm finally at a point where my hair looks and feels its healthiest and longest, due mostly to trial and error and finding the perfect core products that work for my hair.

In return for all the tips and suggestions I've found here on this board, I'm sharing my routine and products with everyone -- hopefully someone will get some use out of it.

I've achieved the most length and health by wearing a modified braid-out/scrunch style. After shampoo/conditioning treatments, I pull my hair back into a ponytail with a band, add Mango Butter to the length and braid the length. I usually do this at night. In the a.m., I take down the pony (it's still a little damp at this point), spray with a little S-curl, John Freida Frizz-Ease Dream Curls and scrunch with a tiny bit of hair glossifier. Thanks to the S-curl and mango butter, it comes out wavy/curly, soft and very shiny. I can wear this style for a couple of days and then re-braid overnight after the second day (just spraying a little more S-curl in the morning). My hair responds to this treatment like crazy! I'm using absolutely no heat, little or no combing, no brushing, and giving my hair tons of moisture. Best of all, I can work out and shampoo as often as I want without having to worry about flat-ironing it or trying to straighten my hair within an inch of its life!"

Post Entitled: Success
Here's the link:
Date of Post: December 4th, 2003
https://longhaircareforum.com/threads/success.17551/

She also mentions she uses:Wonder Gro shea butter oil

 

[Chicoro]

Earliest mention of Shea butter I could find: (December 4th, 2002)

By: Brownrelaxedhair

"Hi Hunnybunny,

Thanks very much for the compliment! From the millenium New Year 2000 my hair was approx 6/7 inches long, I could just tuck it behind my ears and the nape was actually about 1 inch. It was short. So it took 2.5 years from then to get to the August pic. The condition of my hair before August was okay although the best thing I did was at some point between 2000 and 2002 I changed how I dried my hair. That was THE single best thing I did as before I was getting frizzy ends. Before I blowdried with the comb attachment and then used the curling irons. I decided to switch to rollar setting after hearing that it's healthier.

My routine is pretty much the same as alot of girls here. I rollar set every 4 days. I usually do pre oil treatment using virgin olive oil (now started mixing the oil with shea butter) I leave that on for an hour if I can. My favourite shampoo is Lanza Protein Plus shampoo. I deep condition with every wash, sitting under a hooded dryer for 25 mins. Fave conditioners include Mizani Moisturefuse, Motions Moisture Plus & Porosity Control. I like conditioners with silicones. After rinsing I usually put some Kiehls Silk Groom in or (just recently) Motions Nourish In (which gives nice 'slip!') then rollar set for 1 hour and wrap. Approx once a month I use a clarifying shampoo to remove product build up and 'start again.' Oh and do a protein once a month too. In between washes I put a little virgin olive oil on hair ends.

That's it! My current length is as per the latest pic taken.

Supplement wise I take daily: MSM powder mixed in OJ, flaxseed oil (one teaspoon), Biotin x 3000 mcg, GNC UltraNourishair, B5, Iron.

Hope I've helped and lmk if you've any more q's /images/graemlins/wink.gif"


Thread:

https://longhaircareforum.com/threads/paging-brownrelaxedhair.1054/#post-9599

 

[Chicoro]

I just noticed both posts were done 1 year apart: December 4th in 2002 and 2oo3. Interesting coincidence.

 

[IDareT'sHair]

@ThatJerseyGirl
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[IDareT'sHair]

Made a very nice Ayurvedic Blend a while back, but didn't Label it, so I am unsure what's all in it?

Feels nice though.

 

[caribeandiva]

I must have missed something in this thread... what are you doing with shea butter that is causing your drains to clog? I've been using shea butter for about a decade, and I've never noticed that it contributed to clogs. (Of course, I have kids, so the reasons for our clogs tend to be far more dramatic, , though they would claim it is scientific experimentation.)

Really? That’s great!

 

[Chicoro]

Undid my braids and saturated them with water and Scurl. Then, I slathered my Shea butter mix on my hair. Told myself and my hair, "You look fabulous, Darling!" My hair did the Shea Slide.

Then, I took a shower and slathered my skin with my Shea butter mix. I slithered out the bathroom. My body did the Shea Slither.

 

[lindseyerinc]

Scurl and SB go great with heat styled hair. I don't get my hair bone straight. I blow dry and use a straightening brush on 370, 1 pass. I spray the Scurl into my hands and rub down my hair. Then I seal with my whipped Shea, braid my hair into 2 french braids and wrap in a silk scarf. Barely any reversion! Just soft, shiny, dark hair!

 

[Aggie]

Hey @Aggie ,

Do you want to me to indicate simply that one should de-clog the drain 1x per week, or do you want me to write out HOW I de-clog, step by step? Please clarify! Thank you!

Yes, write out what you do step by step hon. Sorry about that. Thanks for responding.

 

[ArrrBeee]

While transitioning, I would do a 1 to 4 ratio. However as a fully natural, my hair does not care much for either. Even if I put a drop of glyercin in water, it will feel sticky. For aloe Vera; I have to only do rinses and when I do, I get quite a bit of tangles so I no longer use either concoction. I tend to like them in ready made products though.

I listed it because there were others who said they had success in the thread. Maybe they can chime in?

Edited to tag @Chicoro in the post. Hopefully one of the ladies having success with their mixes can share!

Thanks Shea Sissy! My hair has been tangling at the roots and I couldn't figure out why. Its the aloe vera juice that I've been using for moisture. Gonna pour the rest in my bathwater or something.

My hair feets reach the top of my breast and when I pull the hair down in front, it touches my chin.

This wash I made a tea using Amla, Brahmi, Tulsi, Ashwaganda, Nettle leaf, Chamomile, Hibiscus and Rosehip. I used it as a spritz after I shampooed. Had a sample of Isoplus deep cleanse shampoo and I liked it.

OAN- I bought a big bag of Sour salt from Amazon Prime. Next day delivery. Easy peasy.

Have a great week Shea siblings.

 

[ThatJerseyGirl]

@ThatJerseyGirl
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My girl, IDare!! I am here. How aee you? I am slowly coming out of this storm, one of which I will explain in a separate thread in the coming weeks. I will post it in Off Topics.

Meanwhile, I'd like to thank all of the marvelous women in this thread for all of the love and support that I have received thus far.


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Let me tell yall about this shea butter.....

So I have been wearing my hair in two strand twists. I slather the shea in each twist, concentrating on the ends. With the concoction that I made, I have been very consistent in applying it in my hair which is key as well as staying on course with a consistent regimen of washimg and deep conditioning (with heat) every two weeks. I love doing my hair as I find it to be so therapeutic. I usually twist my hair on Sunday mornings while watching reruns of The Golden Girls and Fixer Upper.

I haven't focused too much on the length lately, but more so on the style and nourishing my hair with Queen Shea. Today, I decided to take my twists down because I want to try Moroccan Rhassoul Clay to clarify. I wil let you know how that works later. I am still in live with my DIY African Black Soap shampoo.

While taking my hair down, I noticed that my hair is thicker, healthier and has grown!!! I sectioned off part of my hair in the back and asked hubby to pull it to see where it stopped, and my hair is at the middle of my back. I was so shocked and surprised!

If you go back a few posts in this thread and look at my shea recipe, you will see what it consists of and again, I remained consistent with using my shea butter!

This proves my theory that with consistent usage, the shea butter that God has created and has given to US (grown in Africa only) to be used by US works to retain length, seal ends and aids in hair growth!!

So, to all of my SHEA CARTELS, Shea on chile......Shea on.....

If you are in this thread and if you have taken the time out to read the posts and have created a HAIR ITINERARY in an effort to have long term hair growth, retention and manageability with minimal breakage, then you have arrived and there is absolutely no excuse as to why you are unable to achieve your hair goals.

Tip:

For added deep conditioning properties and to FEED your scalp & hair, try:

Melting down some shea butter using the double boiler method on low.
Add a small amount of grapeseed, coconut, rosemary, and olive oil. Remove and add your favorite conditioner to the oils and melted shea butter. Stir to mix all of the ingredients. Add some fenugreek powder ( a teaspoon ) in conjunction with some brahmi and amla powder. Lastly, add some peppermint and lavender essential oils. Stir all ingredients together.

Apply to semi dry clean hair and part your hair in small sections and bathe each strand in your deep conditioner mix. Cover your hair with a plastic cap for however long you wish. I usually let it stay in my hair overnight. Rinse thoroughly. You may need to co wash your hair because it will be oily, depending on how much you've mixed. Make sure your conditioner does not contain any 'cones, which works for my hair. My texture twin is African Export.

After rinsing, apply your shea butter mix to your hair and style. Ever since I have incorporated shea butter in my deep conditioner, I have noticed a huge difference in my hair. Don't believe me? Look at 22nd CW's hair. She made her own shea deep conditioner and uses it overnight. Her hair growth is phenomenal.

Let's do the math:

Shea + Consistency = GROWTH. Einstein was not needed here.

Let me know how this works for you.

 

[ThatJerseyGirl]

Excuse any typos. I was too lazy to get on the computer, so I opted for my iPad and a glass of Jack n Coke....

 

[Chicoro]

Yes, write out what you do step by step hon. Sorry about that. Thanks for responding.

My Process for Plugged Pipes (Plugged with Grease)

Most plumbing has a connection of pipes. Meaning, your kitchen, bathroom and washer and dryer area may be connected. This, you'll have to determine for yourself. In my place, the kitchen sink, shower and bathroom sink are connected. The toilet is separate and not connected.

1. I plug up all the connected pipes except the one I want to unclog. Do this by putting in the stoppers and putting an inch or two of very hot water in the sink. You want to create pressure. If you need to put something in the basins/tubs to hold that plug in place, like a heavy object on top of the plug, do that.
2. Then I use an old fashion plunger (a flanged plunger is high tech if you can find them) and I plunge the stopped up sink to bring up the goop.
3. If more than one sink is stopped up, I may plunge that too.
4. You may have to plunge for 20 minutes to 45 minutes.
5. Once the gunk comes up, put some baking soda and vinegar down the pipe.
6. Then follow up with some very hot water. Be careful, boiling water may mess up your particular pipes.
7. Then, go and release the water where you had it plugged.

Ideally, I suggest you do something EVERY TIME you do your wash and condition process as this is when the largest amounts and quantities of greasy gunk goes down the sink.

Weekly Preventive Maintenance (Or monthly, etc...depending on how often you wash your hair)

1. Do hair.
2. Pour in some baking soda and white vinegar.
3. Boil some water and let it cool.
4. Pour it down the sink to move the greasy gunk through.

There you go, @Aggie !

 

[Chicoro]

Scurl and SB go great with heat styled hair. I don't get my hair bone straight. I blow dry and use a straightening brush on 370, 1 pass. I spray the Scurl into my hands and rub down my hair. Then I seal with my whipped Shea, braid my hair into 2 french braids and wrap in a silk scarf. Barely any reversion! Just soft, shiny, dark hair!

You are wearing a braid out right? Is it highly stretched?

 

[Chicoro]

Yes, write out what you do step by step hon. Sorry about that. Thanks for responding.

Do you want me to add the pipe process to the first page of this thread?

 

[Chicoro]

Thanks Shea Sissy! My hair has been tangling at the roots and I couldn't figure out why. Its the aloe vera juice that I've been using for moisture. Gonna pour the rest in my bathwater or something.

My hair feets reach the top of my breast and when I pull the hair down in front, it touches my chin.

This wash I made a tea using Amla, Brahmi, Tulsi, Ashwaganda, Nettle leaf, Chamomile, Hibiscus and Rosehip. I used it as a spritz after I shampooed. Had a sample of Isoplus deep cleanse shampoo and I liked it.

OAN- I bought a big bag of Sour salt from Amazon Prime. Next day delivery. Easy peasy.

Have a great week Shea siblings.

I prefer citric acid (sour salt) but baking soda and white vinegar are far more common and easier to get. That citric acid will remove grout stains, soap scum and mineral deposits. AND, it's all natural! I don't know if it will corrode pipes. I hope not.

 

[Chicoro]

"For added deep conditioning properties and to FEED your scalp & hair, try:

Melting down some shea butter using the double boiler method on low.
Add a small amount of grapeseed, coconut, rosemary, and olive oil. Remove and add your favorite conditioner to the oils and melted shea butter. Stir to mix all of the ingredients. Add some fenugreek powder ( a teaspoon ) in conjunction with some brahmi and amla powder. Lastly, add some peppermint and lavender essential oils. Stir all ingredients together.

Apply to semi dry clean hair and part your hair in small sections and bathe each strand in your deep conditioner mix. Cover your hair with a plastic cap for however long you wish. I usually let it stay in my hair overnight. Rinse thoroughly. You may need to co wash your hair because it will be oily, depending on how much you've mixed. Make sure your conditioner does not contain any 'cones, which works for my hair. My texture twin is African Export.

After rinsing, apply your shea butter mix to your hair and style. Ever since I have incorporated shea butter in my deep conditioner, I have noticed a huge difference in my hair. Don't believe me? Look at 22nd CW's hair. She made her own shea deep conditioner and uses it overnight. Her hair growth is phenomenal."

This part of your post got me all hyperventilating with sheer excitement. I've only used Queen Shea one time in my conditioner. That was the last time I did my hair.

@ThatJerseyGirl ,
What does the fenugreek powder do for the hair? I have some amla and some fenugreek. I see leaving it overnight is key!

 

[Chicoro]

While taking my hair down, I noticed that my hair is thicker, healthier and has grown!!! I sectioned off part of my hair in the back and asked hubby to pull it to see where it stopped, and my hair is at the middle of my back. I was so shocked and surprised!

If you go back a few posts in this thread and look at my shea recipe, you will see what it consists of and again, I remained consistent with using my shea butter!

This proves my theory that with consistent usage, the shea butter that God has created and has given to US (grown in Africa only) to be used by US works to retain length, seal ends and aids in hair growth!!

So, to all of my SHEA CARTELS, Shea on chile......Shea on.....

@ThatJerseyGirl ,
Congratulations on your progress in the form of thicker hair, healthier longer hair!

 

[Chicoro]

I used to wash weekly but have gone to 2 weeks minimum to sometimes even longer. When I do my hair, I usually saturate with water and rinse it, kind it, before I re-do the SCURL and the Shea butter. So, I'm good for the longer durations in between washings.

I'm excited at trying the Shea deep conditioner. Although I apply Shea butter generally to my hair and scalp, I think it does do something added by melting it down and using it as a deep conditioner with heat. It definitely gets a more concentrated amount to and in the scalp.

The thing I DO NOT do is melt down my Shea butter in my conditioner. I just add a pat of butter and mix it in. Next time around, I will be SURE to melt it down when adding it to my conditioner and conditioning process.

EXCITING!!!!

 

[Chicoro]

I keep forgetting my Shea butter anniversary. But I am writing it here again for myself. My Shea butter anniversary is December 16th, 2016. So, I've been using Shea butter in my hair for 1 year and 3 months.

 

[Chicoro]

I casually pulled my hair and now the longest bits are about 1/2 from my tailbone. Again, we are talking a few hairs. But in the Land of Gaining Length on Afr0-Texured Hair, those scraggly hairs are the most accurate Prophets of my future hair length.

I respect, cater to, nurture and protect the Scragglies. They are my future [length].