Shea Growth And Retention Regimen 2018

[ElevatedEnergy]

@ElevatedEnergy your hair is gorgeous!!!

Thank you!

 

[ElevatedEnergy]

This gif slays me *falls out*
I just have so many questions!

I know!!! I'm not sure why, but I often wonder if this is a boy or a girl!!!!

 

[ElevatedEnergy]

I haven’t been using my shea butter lately. The level of lazy I’ve exerted is shameful. But I’m back on it today! Before I spell out my weekend hair plans, ladies can I use Shea butter if I’m also planning to use gel? I’ve done a top bun with some hair added and although it’s super cute, gel can be quite drying. Should I apply the Shea butter then apply the gel on top before my scarf to set overnight?

I think @Chicoro uses gel with her Shea application.

I would suggest testing it on your hands first. Rub a little Shea butter on the back of your hand, then rub a little of your gel on top. If you don't get those little white balls and the product still looks smooth and clear...then you should be good. The Shea should be a nice barrier between your hair and the gel.

I'm going on vacation next week in humid Florida, so I know Imma need a little gel for my bun...so I'll be testing the same theory out soon. I plan on using KCCC.

Edit to add because I misread: Yes, I would just mist with a little water, apply the Shea butter, then the gel.

 

[IDareT'sHair]

@ElevatedEnergy
..... Okay!

 

[IDareT'sHair]

Getting ready to whip my latest Blend

 

[kupenda]

I think @Chicoro uses gel with her Shea application.

I would suggest testing it on your hands first. Rub a little Shea butter on the back of your hand, then rub a little of your gel on top. If you don't get those little white balls and the product still looks smooth and clear...then you should be good. The Shea should be a nice barrier between your hair and the gel.

I'm going on vacation next week in humid Florida, so I know Imma need a little gel for my bun...so I'll be testing the same theory out soon. I plan on using KCCC.

Edit to add because I misread: Yes, I would just mist with a little water, apply the Shea butter, then the gel.

Thank you!

 

[sarumoki]

I made it to page 106 and then I gave up. I'll go back and peruse previous posts if I'm looking for specific info but for now, I'm just going to call myself caught up.

 

[ElevatedEnergy]

@ElevatedEnergy
..... Okay!

 

[Sosoothing]

I was demonstrating this to my mom the other day

now this made me literally laugh out loud. I can only image what the scene. Did you nail it?

 

[ItsMeLilLucky]

now this made me literally laugh out loud. I can only image what the scene. Did you nail it?

I think I did. My legs aren’t used to doing those movements

 

[yynot]

@ElevatedEnergy Where do you get your oils?

 

[Chicoro]

I made it to page 106 and then I gave up. I'll go back and peruse previous posts if I'm looking for specific info but for now, I'm just going to call myself caught up.

If you feel comfortable enough to share what you are looking for, maybe we can help you.

 

[ItsMeLilLucky]

I have been recovering from “festivities” for 2 days and I haven’t really applied any hair products or even tied my hair up. I also slept on just a cotton pillowcase for the first night. Surprisingly, my hair is still somewhat soft, but I’m going to apply my moisturizer and butter when I wake up fully.

 

[ElevatedEnergy]

@ElevatedEnergy Where do you get your oils?

I have a few places I like....Brambleberry (bulk purchases), MountainRose Herbs, Piping Rock, Vitacost...it all just depends. If there is one in particular that you are looking for I can tell you where I get it from, because I rarely buy all of them at the same place.

 

[Chicoro]

PSSSSSSSSSSTTTTT! !!!!!


A unicorn tried to post a picture 'discreetly'.

https://longhaircareforum.com/threads/hip-tbl-beyond-challenge-2018.801937/page-74#post-24777005

See post #2205, first picture.

 

[ElevatedEnergy]

PSSSSSSSSSSTTTTT! !!!!!


A unicorn tried to post a picture 'discretely'.

https://longhaircareforum.com/threads/hip-tbl-beyond-challenge-2018.801937/page-74#post-24777005

See post #2205, first picture.

 

[GettingKinky]

I made my first batch of shea-loe today. If it works well, I’ll just need to find the right essential oil to add to fix the smell. I tried orange and didn’t really like it. Maybe lemon.

 

[caribeandiva]

Straightened on low heat (320) using Queen Shea right out the pail. Postpartum shedding is really killing me softly...I just wanted it straight enough to pass a comb through it.

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Gorgeousness all around!! Your is my goal! I hope my drooling over your hair doesn’t cause it to revert.

 

[caribeandiva]

My 6 months progress!

 

[yynot]

I have a few places I like....Brambleberry (bulk purchases), MountainRose Herbs, Piping Rock, Vitacost...it all just depends. If there is one in particular that you are looking for I can tell you where I get it from, because I rarely buy all of them at the same place.

I was looking at one of your posts about your mixtures...particularly the safflower, peach kernel, apricot oil, rice bran oil and what herbs do you infuse with?

Man, y’all so nice up in here. It’s like y’all some heavenly angels or fairy godsisters, always helping and stuff. I’m trying to get on the bandwagon.

 

[Kindheart]

I love Shea butter I use it for my skin and hair , I usually seal my hair with it after refreshing and don’t need to seal again til wash day . It’s very effective

 

[Chicoro]

I made my first batch of shea-loe today. If it works well, I’ll just need to find the right essential oil to add to fix the smell. I tried orange and didn’t really like it. Maybe lemon.

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Looks good!

 

[Chicoro]

Gorgeousness all around!! Your is my goal! I hope my drooling over your hair doesn’t cause it to revert.

Check out my link in my post #4245 of this thread. She trying to sneak in pictures in other threads. But, I'm the HAWK! I try to stay vigilant in my pursuit of Shea Made Hair Unicorns.

 

[Chicoro]

My 6 months progress!
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Those ends continue to thicken, hair by hair. It looks like your hair continues to drop in length, too. Keep doing what you are doing. No modifications! Looks good, too.

 

[Chicoro]

I was looking at one of your posts about your mixtures...particularly the safflower, peach kernel, apricot oil, rice bran oil and what herbs do you infuse with?

Man, y’all so nice up in here. It’s like y’all some heavenly angels or fairy godsisters, always helping and stuff. I’m trying to get on the bandwagon.

"What did you say, Baby?* I was a bit distracted working some magic for one of my girls.*

 

[Chicoro]

Sure! You know I got my Shea Siblings!

I love Ceramide rich oils and have been using them consistently in my routine for close to 3 years after being inspired by this particular thread and the OP documenting her progress.

https://longhaircareforum.com/threa...mony-and-the-evolution-of-my-bun-pics.488440/

And this:

http://www.bellemocha.com/2010/01/stronger-cuticle-layer-with-ceramides.html

I would highly recommend reading those but for a quick wrap up of them both:

Ceramides are the "glue" that bind the cuticle and the cortex of the hair together. It helps in the prevention of split ends.
Ceramides help protect the cuticle layer of the hair which in turn slows down moisture and protein loss. They are high in linoleic acid and helps to flatten the cuticle. When cuticles lay flat; hair is shinier, retains moisture better, feels smoother, porosity and elasticity are improved.


For my own personal experience, the biggest change I noticed right away was the difference in my split ends. I was transitioning and was dealing with tons of splits. Once I started using the ceramides, it was almost as if the splits just repaired themselves and I haven't had an issue with splits since.

Then I added Ayurvedic powders a year and a half later to my routine and I noticed my need to do protein treatments was almost non-existent. So ceramides plus Ayurvedic powders equal a lovely fortifying and strengthening treatment. (Particularly Brahmi or Bhringraj)

Then I added Mango Butter a few months later and I noticed my need to moisturize in between washing was few and far in between. Its high fatty acid content makes it an intensive moisturizer for hair.

Then around the fall of last year, Shea butter hit the scene and my hair journey has been a wrap. Ceramides, Ayurvedic powders & butters have been my hairs saving grace.

So ceramides are great alone but when used with certain ingredients are almost magical.

How I use them:
*In an Ayurvedic Herbal Oil
*A Ceramide Buttercream Hair Treatment
(I use this pre-wash on the last 6 inches of my hair after spritzing my hair with very warm water. I leave the treatment in overnight) It has a Ceramide Oil, Mango Butter, Shea butter, An Ayurvedic powder, Argan oil & Coconut Cream Concentrate (which has a high fat content & also has the ability to penetrate deep within the hair strands to plasticize the cortex, making hair stronger)
*In my Shea Butter Blends

My favorite Ceramide Oil hands down is Safflower Oil and I use it on my hair and face. However, here is a list of some Oils and their ceramide percentages:

Safflower oil 78%
Grape seed oil 73%
Poppy seed oil 70%
Sunflower oil 68%
Hemp oil 60%
Corn oil 59%
Wheat germ oil 55%
Cottonseed oil 54%
Soybean oil 51%
Walnut oil 51%
Sesame oil 45%
Rice bran oil 39%
Pistachio oil 32.7%
Peanut oil 32%
Canola oil 21%
Egg yolk 16%
Linseed oil 15%
Lard 10%
Olive oil 10%
Palm oil 10%
Cocoa butter 3%
Macadamia oil 2%
Butter 2%

This was such a gem of a post and chock full of information, I copied it in its entirety and put in the first post of this thread, under 'Tutorials'. I have it there along with keeping household/bathroom pipes clean and grease free.

 

[Chicoro]

We are in month #6! We are about to turn the corner to counting down 2018, the Year of Shea Butter!

Jump on the Shea train and at least give it a try. Come, December 31st, I'm going to have my hair blowing in the wind. Don't be a hater because you waited to join later.

Shea Sexiness...December 2018!​

 

[ElevatedEnergy]

I made my first batch of shea-loe today. If it works well, I’ll just need to find the right essential oil to add to fix the smell. I tried orange and didn’t really like it. Maybe lemon.

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I'm so proud!

 

[ElevatedEnergy]

Gorgeousness all around!! Your is my goal! I hope my drooling over your hair doesn’t cause it to revert.

Thank you Sis!

And Congrats to you! Your progress is coming along ever so nicely. I am loving watching your Shea journey.

 

[ElevatedEnergy]

I was looking at one of your posts about your mixtures...particularly the safflower, peach kernel, apricot oil, rice bran oil and what herbs do you infuse with?

Man, y’all so nice up in here. It’s like y’all some heavenly angels or fairy godsisters, always helping and stuff. I’m trying to get on the bandwagon.

Safflower= Mountainside Herbs
Peach Kernel= Piping Rock
Apricot=Vitacost
Ricebran=Brambleberry

I infuse my Ayurvedic Butter with Fenugreek And Mustard Seeds
And my Herbal Butter with Oatstraw

Ordering from all those different places will probably be a lot when you factor in shipping. So I would suggest maybe trying your local health food store like Vitamin Shop or Whole Foods. They sell the Now Brand of some of the oils...you may even be able to find Rice bran or Safflower Oil at your grocery store. If you really want to order online, try Vitacost OR Piping Rock. You may be able to pick them all up at one of those places without shipping being too much. Off the top of my head, I know that Vitacost has a flat rate shipping of $4.99. It's free after $50.

And yes we share all our tips and tricks here. We love supporting each other and watching Shea transform our hair. It's such a joy reading the Shea success posts!