Evolving78
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I'm going to use heat and do wet sets. I can't do the wash and go's. They are messing with my ends. I may do some Twistouts too. It's been very humid and raining all week. My flat ironed hair held up nicely.
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Evolving78
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And the TMS kits/products really help!
Prettymetty
Natural/4b/medium-coarse
I don't do anything special to keep my hair from frizzing in the Summer. I think consistent presses make my hair last longer. My hair lasts a week when I do it, but it gradually gets thicker. When I go to the salon I don't get reversion until I wash it
DarkJoy
Bent. Not Broken.
ORS is the same. 4-6 weeks.
I was also debating using curl formers with setting lotion and sit under the dryer. That gets it pretty straight but the amount of time that takes. Generally my life is busy so i need it done from wash to dry and styled within 3 hours . Ugh.
DarkJoy
Bent. Not Broken.
I use Mixed Chicks straightening serum. That kills all reversion for me all week
I also found using the ORS repair serum on top of that to give silky long lasting results. Unfortunately im allergic to it.
Evolving78
Well-Known Member
I totally understand about the time factor! Since you just used the system two weeks ago, I wouldn't apply it again right now.
DarkJoy
Bent. Not Broken.
Ohh thanks but i didnt straighten the last two weeks. Just taking a weekly heat break. The last time i applied the product was end of april. Shes about due. But now im torn between a treatment or henna. Decisions decisions.
Evolving78
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Oh ok yeah I was referring to the application of the treatment. So, you are definitely on track!
IDareT'sHair
PJ Rehabilitation Center
DarkJoy
Bent. Not Broken.
Mosies on over to the tea thread....
Evolving78
Well-Known Member
Is your hair heat trained?
SlimPickinz
Summer where are you?
I will try the Mixed Chicks soon. I have to buy a blow dryer soon too.I use Mixed Chicks straightening serum. That kills all reversion for me all week
I also found using the ORS repair serum on top of that to give silky long lasting results. Unfortunately im allergic to it.
Adiatasha
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Well... Looks like I have to blow dry when I wash.. These SSK's are causing my ends to snap off. I think it's because I did a wash and go only TWICE.
Prettymetty
Natural/4b/medium-coarse
No. It bounces back after every wash. I use really low heat (250-300)
DarkJoy
Bent. Not Broken.
So sorry! Those little freaks chew up ends real dang fast especially fine hair. UghWell... Looks like I have to blow dry when I wash.. These SSK's are causing my ends to snap off. I think it's because I did a wash and go only TWICE.
Adiatasha
Well-Known Member
My hair is fine
I guess I'll head over to the setting for success thread... See how I do during these summer months
Evolving78
Well-Known Member
Yeah, I'm trying out roller setting my hair too. I haven't finished yet. I had to get off of my feet for a spell. I'm glad I straightened my hair to give myself a much needed trim. I was doing nothing but wash and gos, and being lazy.
curlyTisME
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I blow dried and curled my hair yesterday. No flat iron at all so I'm a bit happy about that. Still want to cut down on heat though. Will roll on perm rods nightly and moisturize my ends nightly.
Does anyone blow dry on cool?
Does anyone blow dry on cool?
Anaisin
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I just blow dried on cool air & high speed when I did my hair this weekend. Blow dried it straight with a paddle brush
Hey Ladies, what do you all use to keep your hair moisturized when it's straight? I use heat sparingly but just got my hair done for my June trim and length check but realized I don't have any moisturizers that won't cause reversion. I've used jojoba and argan oil at night but by mid-day my hair looks dry but doesn't feel dry. Just want to know for the next time I straighten what I can use?
Thanks!
Thanks!
Hmm I might want to try this. Does it take long because the air is cool?
Anaisin
Well-Known Member
No it took the same amount of time as usual.
I put on my turbie twist for a few minutes before.
My hair still had the soft deep conditioned feel when I find finished opposed to sometimes with hot air it has the rough drying feel.
Also I used the highest speed. Think of those power dryers in bathrooms lol the air is cool but it blows so fast your hair dries just as quick as the old bathroom hand dryers that blew hot air to dry your hands
dannie85
Active Member
While I do use Argan oil (love it whether curly or straight!) I don't use on the length of my hair past day one of straightening as my hair actually gets kinda oily after a few days, so I use sparingly (just on top for flyaways). But as far as dryness, I notice when my hair is healthy and has been deep conditioned either a few hours or overnight BEFORE washing, it always feels soft and moisturized even after I straighten. Do you wrap hair or cover with satin scarf or bonnet before bed? Could also help with keeping moisture in if not already doing that.
Prettymetty
Natural/4b/medium-coarse
My roots are super crinkly and reverted, but my ends are still straightish. I'm going to cowash tomorrow and flat iron again. I'll use 350 degrees this time. Last time I used 300 and my hair pretty much reverted overnight.
Evolving78
Well-Known Member
NT triple silk leave in sparingly.
This was the problem I recently started having. One of the reasons why I decided to only straighten when I trim every few months. That is just one reason. Other main reason is my hair needs a break.
sharifeh
Well-Known Member
I feel you! Even I'm strongly considering a protective style for the rest of summer... Maybe crochet ...
Evolving78
Well-Known Member
I'm not about that life right now. Too humid to fight! I will straighten in a few months.
Prettymetty
Natural/4b/medium-coarse
I'm wigging it until my next length check/trim in September. This year has been excessively hot and humid.
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