SL 2015

jennifer30 said:
can i just do a simple rinse with the acv without the use of shampoo and conditioner..and call it a day..lol

what type of acv would u call weak?
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I'm not an ACV expert but my answer would be no. If you are going to cleanse the hair with ACV then I would condition behind it. Otherwise you can use it to close your cuticles after shampooing and conditioning. But since you said rinse I am assuming you are using it as your last step.

I would consider weak to be 1/4 tsp to 1/2 tsp in 16 oz of water.

If you aren't doing an entire regimen, I would recommend just a water rinse versus an ACV rinse and not fool with anything that has an off PH value.
 
@jennifer30


I'm relaxed, and used to do acv rinses often. I would wash, condition, then rinse. I had the acv diluted like crazy- like one teaspoon to about 8oz. of water. It could probably be diluted more than that. I used that as a final rinse before air drying. Detangling was a breeze. I would also have really nice shine. I stopped because I felt like I smelled like a pickle with my hair wet. The smell would go away after my hair was dry. But then, I would go to the gym and sweat in my hair. Super embarrassing because the pickle smell would be strong since my hair was wet again (from sweating).

I think you could do acv without washing. Maybe others will speak to that specifically...or try a search on some previous threads.
 
faithVA said:
I'm not an ACV expert but my answer would be no. If you are going to cleanse the hair with ACV then I would condition behind it. Otherwise you can use it to close your cuticles after shampooing and conditioning. But since you said rinse I am assuming you are using it as your last step.

I would consider weak to be 1/4 tsp to 1/2 tsp in 16 oz of water.

If you aren't doing an entire regimen, I would recommend just a water rinse versus an ACV rinse and not fool with anything that has an off PH value.
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okay..
 
InBloom said:
@jennifer30


I'm relaxed, and used to do acv rinses often. I would wash, condition, then rinse. I had the acv diluted like crazy- like one teaspoon to about 8oz. of water. It could probably be diluted more than that. I used that as a final rinse before air drying. Detangling was a breeze. I would also have really nice shine. I stopped because I felt like I smelled like a pickle with my hair wet. The smell would go away after my hair was dry. But then, I would go to the gym and sweat in my hair. Super embarrassing because the pickle smell would be strong since my hair was wet again (from sweating).

I think you could do acv without washing. Maybe others will speak to that specifically...or try a search on some previous threads.
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ok. i just want a simple regimen..i guess
 
Did a mud wash tonight and let it sit for 2 hours. Used CR Aloe Whip with Oyin Burnt Sugar Pomade on the ends. Put in flat twist with KCCC. I love when my hair is freshly washed. My scalp feels so good and my hair is so moisturized. I would love to water rinse every other day. Can't wait until my hair is long enough to style quickly so I can water rinse more often.
 
jennifer30 said:
it felt soft when i applied the oil. probably. i'll see what happens.
i rinsed with cold water, is that bad? ...how many times do u water rinse btw?
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I don't know that its bad. It may be a bit unusual. You will have to see how it works for you. Usually warm water is used to open the hair cuticles and let the water penetrate the hair. Then people may follow up with a cold water rinse. It wouldn't work for me but it may work for you.

I water rinse once a week. My hair tends to start drying out 2 days after a wash, so I water rinse on the 3rd or 4th day to get more moisture in my hair.
 
faithVA said:
I don't know that its bad. It may be a bit unusual. You will have to see how it works for you. Usually warm water is used to open the hair cuticles and let the water penetrate the hair. Then people may follow up with a cold water rinse. It wouldn't work for me but it may work for you.

I water rinse once a week. My hair tends to start drying out 2 days after a wash, so I water rinse on the 3rd or 4th day to get more moisture in my hair.
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ok.
 
I decided to try my hand at flexirods again but this time on an old stretched twistout. I used SSI vanilla and coconut leavein, SSI buruti cream and Darcy's botanical gel. We'll see if this set is picture worthy tomor or not. LOL.
 
So I'm still debating on what hair I should get. I'm definitely overthinking it too much though. I guess its coz I'm really not used to buying human hair so I don't want to go wrong. I may just treat myself to something a bit more expensive once I get paid. I barely spend money like that on myself so why not...
 
Hair growth wise my hair is doing good. I've retained a full inch or more now and I have about 2 more inches of growth before I'm around my old length. Plus a trim, I'm on the right track. My only issue is straightening. I'm on a no heat challange so length checks are a bit difficult but I will consider doing one around the new year if I'm brave enough lol.
 
xxlalaxx said:
Hair growth wise my hair is doing good. I've retained a full inch or more now and I have about 2 more inches of growth before I'm around my old length. Plus a trim, I'm on the right track. My only issue is straightening. I'm on a no heat challange so length checks are a bit difficult but I will consider doing one around the new year if I'm brave enough lol.
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There are many ways to do a length check so if you aren't feeling heat, skip it. Wherever the hair is wet is really a good estimate of where it is when straight. It's not exact but its close enough. After August I will just do length checks with rollersets. I was just being lazy the last few times and blow drying.
 
Good morning ladies!

I planned on straightening in October, but I'm going to hold off until next year.. I'm thinking April.
I'll still do a Shea moisture color touch up in October though.

I ended up doing a flat twistout with Camille Rose Almond twisting Jai butter on slightly dampened sections with 10 twists for my friends charity event.

Here's what my hair looked like this weekend after some humidity:

 
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faithVA said:
You have really been stressing over your hair the last week. What's going on? You are closer to SL than I am. I thought we were going to do this journey together. You still have 5 months and with proper care you can be very close. So what's going on with you?
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i have been stressed out... i just feel like i will be stuck at this length forever..thats all..:(
 
jennifer30 said:
i have been stressed out... i just feel like i will be stuck at this length forever..thats all..:(
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That usually means its time to put the hair away or find some type of distraction. 30 days ago you were excited about APL and now you are feeling down. That's a sign of too much hair focus.

Just stick to your regimen and don't take shortcuts and you will be fine. Take care of your hair for the next 5 months and you will be much happier.
 
faithVA said:
That usually means its time to put the hair away or find some type of distraction. 30 days ago you were excited about APL and now you are feeling down. That's a sign of too much hair focus.

Just stick to your regimen and don't take shortcuts and you will be fine. Take care of your hair for the next 5 months and you will be much happier.
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yea. i'm just gonna leave my hair alone..thanks
 
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