sulfur challenge, 2011 edition

Hi everyone,

Just wondering if anyone has any tingling when using their sulfur powder? I used some last night and put some on my scalp tonight and I am not sure if I am imagining things but it seems to tingle (not burning) with a warm sensation.
 
diadall said:
Hi everyone,

Just wondering if anyone has any tingling when using their sulfur powder? I used some last night and put some on my scalp tonight and I am not sure if I am imagining things but it seems to tingle (not burning) with a warm sensation.
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Sometimes there is a tingling sensation. It doesn't burn and it doesn't really itch, but there's definitely something going on. This has happened twice in the two weeks I've been using Sublimed sulfur. It concerns me a little, so I dilute it more.

Anyone else experience a similar feeling?
 
Ok, count me in! I already started applying my sublimed sulfur mix 2-3x per week

Starting Length: SL (transitioning: currently 32 weeks post)
Projected/Goal Length for December 2011: APL (if I BC by then) or BSL (with relaxed ends)
Regimen: It changes everyday but I PS 95% of the time, cowash 3x per week and I'm trying to incorporate wigs as a protective style so I can get 100% retention. No heat and DC weekly.
Method of Sulfur Application: 1 heaping tsp of sublimed sulfur in 8 oz of a mix of coconut oil, grapeseed oil, wheat germ oil and olive oil. I'm going to apply the sulfur mix 2-3x per week at bedtime
Other Growth Aids: Nothing else unless except for a multivitamin and tons of water
 
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sweet_silvia88 said:
do we have any posts with like.. before and after ..of people using sulfur mix??
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Girl, you sound like me. I've been hard pressed to see people's actual results. Some say they have been using this for years, but no before and afters? :look:

You should check out Growth challenge album | nurseN98**Jan.09updates** | Fotki.com, photo and video sharing made easy. Whenever she used sulfur consistently, she got an inch of growth that particular month, and you can see it because she used measuring tape and took pictures! She's been my "proof" so to speak since evidence around here is somewhat lacking. :yep:
 
Ok so I bought my sublimed sulfur off Amazon but the bottle doesn't say Sublimed sulfur and I'm afraid to use it. Is there any way to know for sure what I'm putting on my head?does anyone else's bottle not say it on there?
 
CB1731 said:
Ok so I bought my sublimed sulfur off Amazon but the bottle doesn't say Sublimed sulfur and I'm afraid to use it. Is there any way to know for sure what I'm putting on my head?does anyone else's bottle not say it on there?
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Does it say "flowers of sulfur"? Thats synonymous with sublimed sulfur
 
^That's the one I have too. I was skeptical of using it until I showed it to a friend and she told me I had the right one. I have had it for nearly a month but yesterday was the first application. I was scared.
 
diadall said:
^That's the one I have too. I was skeptical of using it until I showed it to a friend and she told me I had the right one. I have had it for nearly a month but yesterday was the first application. I was scared.
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thank you!! I'm mixing it up tonight!!
 
count me in

Starting Length: BSL
Projected/Goal Length for December 2011: WAIST
Regimen:sulfur, jbco, evoo, peppermint oil.
Method of Sulfur Application: sulfur mix 3 x week, shampoo and deep cond 1 x week, cowash 2 x week
Other Growth Aids: biotin, multi vit
 
Starting Length: Waist

Projected/Goal Length for December 2011: Thick Hip Length Hair
Tentative Regimen:
-Curly Hair-Deep condition on dry hair with Lekair Cholesterol and honey, shampoo with Yes to Tomatoes/KC Come Clean, condition with Yes to Tomatoes, detangle and leave-in KC Knot Today, Style with KCCC every 4-6 days
-Straight Hair-Deep condition dry Lekair + Honey, Shampoo +Condition w/ Ojon Hydrating Thickening Line,

***May also add tea rinsing after a test this weekend.*** :lick:

Method of Sulfur Application: Apply MTG to scalp before deep conditioner, sit under hooded dryer or heat cap for minimum of 15-30 mins.

Other Growth Aids: Raw B vitamins, Castor Oil, Cod Liver Oil, Spirulina​
 
ok you can officially count me in now.

Starting Length: almost shoulder length in the back, almost chin length on the sides, & the crown reaches past my nose.
Projected/Goal Length for December 2011: APL

Regimen: i'm wiggin it for 90% of the year (excluding straightening on my BC anniversary, weekend WnGs during the summer, & occasional rollerset experiments next fall/winter) , cornrows or pinned up plaits underneath (alternating) ...i'm going to cowash weekly, wash bi-weekly, & DC weekly...spritz with aloe/rosewater/jojoba a couple times a week, ayurvedic treatment every 2 weeks...AOGPB for protein once a month...also drink more water, eat healthier, and develop an exercise regimen.



Method of Sulfur Application: MWF apply sublimed sulfur mixed with JBCO, Brahmi-Amla, Vatika and Bhringraj oil

Other Growth Aids: vitamins for overall hair and body health (msm powder, bamboo, multi, flaxseed-primrose oil, and iron)
 
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PLEASE sign me up for this :yep:

Sulfer is the missing link in my current reggie.

I stopped using it in the Spring and learned the hard way what a lifesaver it is (it had cured my scalp and when i stopped using it I had flair ups all summer :ohwell:)

Just used my sulfer 8 mix for the first time in ages a couple hours ago :lick:

Starting Length: Doing length check Dec 31st (will be BSL)
Projected/Goal Length for December 2011: Past waist length
Regimen: buns, braids, low manipulation
Method of Sulfur Application: sulfer 8 mixes, sulfer oil mixes
Other Growth Aids: vitamins, lots of water, healthy living, exercise and sleep!
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Im totally in I need that one type of growth spurt oh and do any of you wear sew in weaves? ​

Starting Length: APL
Projected/Goal Length for December 2011: mid-back length
Regimen: PROTECTIVE STYLE, DC once time per week, relax every 4-6 months, pretty simple moisturise daily or as needed
Method of Sulfur Application: i will be mixing one tsp of sublimed sulfur in 8oz of grapeseed oil, and evoo oh and peppermint oil to mask smell or sulfur 8 braid spray if that doesnt work out
Other Growth Aids: nioxxin replenishing vitamin




November. 2010...Im currently in a sew in.....​
 
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I have the serious drippies its the worst i need to figure out something. ive been applying my mtg since saturday every night. im planning on cowashing and dcing tomorrow
 
I finally got my order and whipped up my first batch. I mixed jbco, evoo, grapeseed oil and peppermint oil. I warmed the mixture on low heat. The sulfur looked like liquid bubbles and now that its cooling it looks crystalized... are you ladies leaving the access in the mixture or are you straining the mix?


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Kerryann said:
I have the serious drippies its the worst i need to figure out something. ive been applying my mtg since saturday every night. im planning on cowashing and dcing tomorrow
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I used to have this with the Shapeley's commercial MTG, and it was annoying since the sulfur in the oil caused my ears and neck to peel from run-off. So, I make my own MTG mix, but I massage it in for a few seconds after applying. Then, I put on a scarf. There is some that rubs off on my scarf, but massaging it in (on wet or dry scalp) helps to minimize run-off, and, not to mention, increases circulation! :grin:

One other measure could be to add a thicker carrier oil to your mix. I added coconut oil, which solidifies at room temp, but since I had other oils in it that stay liquid, it just made the whole mix denser and less likely to run easily.
 
Currently Using:

Njoi Healthy Hair Butta' w/MSM
Claudie Scalp Exlir
BeeMine Serum in Mango-Kiwi

Also rotate:

Claudie Temple Balm Treatment
Hydratherma Naturals
Mega-Tek
"Grow My Hair" (ButtersnBars)
 
I'm a newbie but I would like to join! :grin:
I neglected my hair for a few months and had to chop it all off, so I reeealllly want my APL hair back.

Starting length: TWA- About 2-3 inches. Just BC'd again about 1 month ago

Goal by Dec 2011: APL
-I just ordered by sulfur powder from Target through the pharmacy so it should be here tomorrow. I think I will mix it with JBCO or Vatika oil
-don't have a regimen yet, still working on it.
-Other growth aids- MN
 
I just massaged my sulfur concoction of boundless tresses, sulfur 8 grease, mn and EOs, in my scalp.
 
Wow, my mix stinks. I need to come up with something or I won't even make it to the actual start of this challenge.
 
Jewell said:
I used to have this with the Shapeley's commercial MTG, and it was annoying since the sulfur in the oil caused my ears and neck to peel from run-off. So, I make my own MTG mix, but I massage it in for a few seconds after applying. Then, I put on a scarf. There is some that rubs off on my scarf, but massaging it in (on wet or dry scalp) helps to minimize run-off, and, not to mention, increases circulation! :grin:

One other measure could be to add a thicker carrier oil to your mix. I added coconut oil, which solidifies at room temp, but since I had other oils in it that stay liquid, it just made the whole mix denser and less likely to run easily.
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I used to have the same problem with MTG .. my neck broke out terribly I had to stop using it. Now I pour out the clear stinky oil (it's mostly mineral oil anyway) and mix the sulfur with jojoba oil and a few drops of rosemary, lavender, and peppermint oil.

ETA: I applied it 3x this week and my scalp is crawling .. so I either have lice or its growing!!! :lol:
 
I started using my mix today. I believe I used too much because I saturated my scalp with it but I feel if I don't it won't work well. I used 2 teaspoons (measuring spoon) in a little over 8oz of oil.

Starting Length: Shoulder length
Projected/Goal Length for December 2011: Waist length. (Yes I claim it!:D)
Regimen: Cowash weekly with ayurveda powder paste and v05 conditioner, use 2mins protein, deep condition and bun.
Method of Sulfur Application: 2 teaspoons (measuring spoon) in a little over 8oz of oil (Oil consists of ayurveda oils, jojoba, coconut, grape seed, avocado, castor oil infused with nettle, rosemary and shavegrass/horsetail leaves. I plan to apply the mix nightly but not sure how often to rinse out yet.
Other Growth Aids: B complex, msm with my other regular vitamins like vit D, calcium and magnesium (might add biotin in the future)

By the way using a hair band really helps. No dripping oil all over my body.

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My question:
How much are others using in their hair?
How long is 8oz lasting others?
How often are you using it and washing or rinsing it out?
 
LadyMacgyver said:
winona said:
Yea I haven't made it yet but I plan to mix the shea or avocado butter with the sulfur together.. Hopefully my butter will be a little soft.. then I will add my oils still stiring and then zap in microwave just to melt it a little and then let that sit and it's ready.. Just not sure what oils to add yet.. Since I am adding 4oz of whatever butter the rest of the oils I might add 1oz until I reach 8oz.. I was thinking about Emu, Castor, Sunflower hopefully when I make it I might have Jojoba Oil also if so I not I will add 2 oz to one of the oils above.. Also when I was talking to some people about sulfur its very drying so make sure you moisturize your hair and not skip moisturizing.

Sorry for the late response.. Just saw your post
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I just saw your response. I have been doing some research my recipe is going to consist of aloe vera gel, sulfur, jojoba oil, jojoba esters(make recipe stiffer)
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I'm not an official part of this thread but would like to know how you all combat the dryness that comes with using sulfur? I haven't experienced it yet since I just started using Boundless Tresses but I have concerns with it drying my hair out.

Aggie said:
I just massaged my sulfur concoction of boundless tresses, sulfur 8 grease, mn and EOs, in my scalp.
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How is this working for you? Any dryness?
 
After seeing how awesome the growth was this past year with sulphur, I am going to hop on this!

Starting Length: Umm...I have a little curly fro, I BC'd 3 months ago and it's not very long at all (hence the need for sulphur)
Projected/Goal Length for December 2011: I want to make SL straightened, IDK how long that is in it's natural state...I'm really not planning on straightening until 6 months post BC (Friday, March 11, 2011) and that's only to do a length check and to trim and then again in December for the reveal/trim
Regimen:Man I'm all about KISS my hair likes simplicity and I do too...I'm in the HYH 2K11 challenge and will be wigging it up with deep moisture (like LadyP) for most of the time, with some kind of protein treatment every 2 weeks or so and also a ACV rinse one a week or so.
Method of Sulfur Application: Now this, IDK at all...I am buying the Sublime Sulphur and mixing it with oils (most likely castor and EVOO) and peppermint extract (I like the way it feels in my hair) and will probably start off with twice a week? How often does everybody else do it?
Other Growth Aids:None, I want to just try this and see how it works first
 
Hey ladies, I just recieved my other oils so I am mixing Brahmi oil, Amla oil and Bhringraj oil with 1 teaspoon of sulfur right now. I wonder if I have to wait til tomorrow to start using it. Does anyone know? I am really anxious to use it tonight! :)
 
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