~*~*The Newly Natural Thread*~*~

[hairsothick]

@hairsothick this is what I meant by tiny

Lol. Yeah girl those aren't tiny! They should not be any larger than your pinky or ring finger. The smaller the twist, the better definition you will have and you won't have to separate them.

By the way, I love the color in your hair.

 

[Kenny-Ann]

@Kenny-Ann, don't know much about porosity, but how do you DC?

Sounds like you need to invest in a good moisturizer. I've had success with Qhemet Biologics Burdock Root moisturizer, and Oyin Hair Dew (on dry hair). There's a ton of products out there like Bee Mine and Hairveda, but those 2 are the ones my hair likes the most, and I have thick, porous, 4a hair.

Thanks for the advise on moisturizer. One question...How do I actually use it? I'm sorry I'm so ignorant when it comes to my hair. I knew I should've played more with dolls when I was a kid.

 

[NikkiQ]

Here's my hair fresh out the shower ladies. Not the best pic in the world, but it's something. Thick and wavy

 

[SherylsTresses]

Here's my hair fresh out the shower ladies. Not the best pic in the world, but it's something. Thick and wavy

I like...!!!

 

[Sequoia]

I usually DC with ORS Replenishing Pak under a hooded dryer for about 20 minutes. The back and crown of my hair usually feels moist, but around the outer parts it just at the DC. Those are the parts that just have no moisture at all.

Maybe steaming will help? Or leaving the conditioner in for longer? And of course finding a good daily moisturiser- which I'm yet to find btw.

 

[-PYT]

I have mastered the twist out. Not the upkeep though...I'm only on day two and I doubt this will last longer than a few days lol.

I have just conquered the 5 day twistout! i loosely tied a du-rag like scarf around the perimeter and my hair was jus chillin underneath and hangin out the back, but i put a bonnet on as well. i sleep on my back, so in the morning i fluff the back out and the rest looks good with no touch-up!

 

[EllePixie]

I have just conquered the 5 day twistout! i loosely tied a du-rag like scarf around the perimeter and my hair was jus chillin underneath and hangin out the back, but i put a bonnet on as well. i sleep on my back, so in the morning i fluff the back out and the rest looks good with no touch-up!

I want to try that but I'm scared! Every time I put on a bonnet my hair gets too smushed, but perhaps I will tie my satin headband around my edges...

 

[-PYT]

^^^I know the feeling. but i put the bonnet on the back half of my head since the front is covered by the scarf and the bonnet isn't huggin my hair

 

[Skiggle]

This thread is lively!
What kinda headbands are you guys using for puffs? I need suggestions of ones that will not be too tight! This is my goal after taking out these braids in April.

 

[cch24]

Here are my wash and go pictures!!! I'm pretty happy with the result, although next time I try this (probably on Sunday) I'm not going to part it in the middle. I had to go to the dentist today so I just pulled it into two pigtails.

The first 3 pictures are from last night, and the last 2 are my hair today.

 

[Sequoia]

This thread is lively!
What kinda headbands are you guys using for puffs? I need suggestions of ones that will not be too tight! This is my goal after taking out these braids in April.

Most comfortable so far is a cheap satin tie-band thingy.

 

[andromeda]

Ladies,

For those that have tried Hairveda products, please give your reviews, suggestions, etc on their products. Via FB she announced a sale coming up starting March 18th and I am thinking about ordering. I previously tried the Whipped jelly and Vatika Frosting but I believe it was before my BC. I didn't care for them then but I think I might revisit this line.

Thanks in advance *granted that someone answers* lol

Fab_Nikki I love Hairveda Sitrinillah DC. Not as thick as Aubrey Organics HoneySuckle Rose but not runny either. Gives great slip. I was just thinking about how great my hair felt (and smelled) after using it while I was transitioning, so thanks for mentioning the upcoming sale because I want to start using it again now that I'm natural.

I'm contemplating getting a sew-in down the line when it gets closer to my wedding (in September) to make sure I don't truly neglect my hair, but I'm feeling kinda guilty about it. Has anyone gotten an install so soon post BC? If so, how did your hair look after you took it out??

I didn't but nichi or ediese might have so you should do an advanced search of weave under their user names. I'm thinking a color applicator-type bottle with a long tip would be helpful in applying product to your own hair.

I have mastered the twist out. Not the upkeep though...I'm only on day two and I doubt this will last longer than a few days lol.

I did a twist out from small three strand twists on Sunday. I agree with PYT - a sating scarf tied around the hair line and a bonnet. The other night, I retwisted in large twists at night using alta's suggestion of Shea Moisture Curl Enhancing Smoothie on dry hair. My hair had nice hang. I finally relented and just threw on the bonnet last night and put my hair up in a puff this morning.

Thanks for the advise on moisturizer. One question...How do I actually use it? I'm sorry I'm so ignorant when it comes to my hair. I knew I should've played more with dolls when I was a kid.

Be thorough. If that means you have to do one small section at a time, do that. Start with applying moisturizer to your ends and then take some more and distribute it along the whole length of your hair. Seal with an oil.

Don't apologize for your ignorance, we all have to start somewhere. I was the type to throw my dolls across the room when I couldn't get the comb through the their tangles. As a matter of fact, I BCd Totally Hair Barbie bc her hair was too much to handle. I'm still learning how to care for my own hair after all these years of being a unrepentant hair abuser.

Here's my hair fresh out the shower ladies. Not the best pic in the world, but it's something. Thick and wavy

Pretty!

This thread is lively!
What kinda headbands are you guys using for puffs? I need suggestions of ones that will not be too tight! This is my goal after taking out these braids in April.

I was just looking on Forever 21 and Etsy for (wide) satin headbands to wear with with my puffs and halfwigs. I try to avoid plastic headbands. Goody has some nice stretch headbands. I'll post links and pics later.

Here are my wash and go pictures!!! I'm pretty happy with the result, although next time I try this (probably on Sunday) I'm not going to part it in the middle. I had to go to the dentist today so I just pulled it into two pigtails.

The first 3 pictures are from last night, and the last 2 are my hair today.

Muy guapa!

 

[Glamorous_chic]

hi all. i was soo excited that i had to post. i finally got my hair to not shrink up super short. all i did was wash was hairveda amla cream rinse, then i used garnier fructise to condition and then the 3 minute reverse for dry hair then i used porosity control. i've never used these products before as a natural. then i used some kinky curly knot today + aloe vera gel + grapeseed oil. once it dried i looked in the mirror and was surprised that it wasn't a shrunken afro as usual. woohoo!! pardon my excitement! lol btw the picture isn't the best but it looks alot better in person. lmao

 

[Foxglove]

@Foxglove, I found pictures of twistouts using little product vs being a bit more heavy handed. One creates a fluffly cloud with no definition while the other kept the twist shape, I used the same product (GVP smoothing ultimate styling creme) for both.

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Thanks! I'll pick some up and start being more heavy handed

 

[Islandspyce]

I've been trying to learn but I swear I have two left hands when it comes to flat twisting. I'll keep practicing



I've used eco, fantasia ic, and kccc in the past but I hated the crunch. I want soft, touchable hair. I did get hold/definition with soft hair with jane carter wrap and roll setting foam but I have to wash my hair every 2 or 3 days when I use it. That's fine when I'm on an elective but I'm on wards this month and don't have time for frequent washing

Here is a set with the setting foam before separating

and after

I didn't like the before without separating (just being honest) which is why I separated the twistout and put it in the puff.
You may be on to something with the fine hair. Ah well, I'm still gonna keep playing around and experimenting with new methods. That's the funnest part

Foxglove
Do you remember where you bought that cute headband with the flower? I think that would be a fun look for the Spring!

 

[Foxglove]

@Foxglove
Do you remember where you bought that cute headband with the flower? I think that would be a fun look for the Spring!

I got it from H&M. I love their accessories

 

[andromeda]

Foxglove I meant to ask earlier - Are you wearing a forever 21 dress in this pic? I think I have the same one.

Love your puff, btw. Looks very full and healthy!

 

[LoveCraze]

@Foxglove, I found pictures of twistouts using little product vs being a bit more heavy handed. One creates a fluffly cloud with no definition while the other kept the twist shape, I used the same product (GVP smoothing ultimate styling creme) for both.

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vs

That GVP is the Truth. It's what I used on my twistout also. I need to look back to see who suggested it so I can thank her again!

 

[Foxglove]

@Foxglove I meant to ask earlier - Are you wearing a forever 21 dress in this pic? I think I have the same one.

Love your puff, btw. Looks very full and healthy!

Yup, love this dress. And thanks!

 

[Zaz]

That GVP is the Truth. It's what I used on my twistout also. I need to look back to see who suggested it so I can thank her again!

It was me but I won't take credit for it, mighty Chick recommended it in an RT thread months ago and now whenever I hear the words twistout, I pop up like they're paying me to recommend the stuff

 

[NikkiQ]

I think I may attempt my next wash n go on Tuesday for Mardi Gras. I'm feeling confident that my hair is getting into the groove of things with being totally chemical free now. Hopefully it comes out okay. At what length were you guys able to start doing twist and braid outs? Seeing all these lovely twist outs has me tempted!

 

[andromeda]

Skiggle

As far as headbands for my puff, I try to avoid to avoid anything that will catch my hair, is too tight, or puts pressure on my temples (gives me headaches).

I use these goody stay-put headbands while I'm working out or if I'm wearing a real casual outfit. I saw some new ones in different colors and a wider width that look a little more formal/cute/stylish.

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I also wear headbands with decorative accents. Here are some stretch ones similar to what I wear:






These are some that I'm thinking of getting:







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You can go to the fabric store and get scraps to make your own satin headbands. Also, you can apply some oil to the inside of the headband to prevent damage to your hair (although this might damage the headband itself over a period of time, depending on the material). I think I'll avoid the wide cotton headbands, unless they're lined with a smoother, less drying fabric.

 

[LoveCraze]

It was me but I won't take credit for it, mighty Chick recommended it in an RT thread months ago and now whenever I hear the words twistout, I pop up like they're paying me to recommend the stuff

Zaz Well I'm still giving you the credit and THANK YOU cause I wasn't in that RT thread.

 

[PrissyMiss]

I'm contemplating getting a sew-in down the line when it gets closer to my wedding (in September) to make sure I don't truly neglect my hair, but I'm feeling kinda guilty about it. Has anyone gotten an install so soon post BC? If so, how did your hair look after you took it out??

I have not done a sew in yet, but I would recommend maybe getting a lacefront, a wig or half wig. This way you can still get to know you hair and have the style you want for your wedding.

Edited to Add: The last time I went natural I did this and regretted. When I took the weave out I had no idea how to take care of my hair and ended up relaxing it.

 

[PrissyMiss]

Oh by the way, I just got my Honey Hemp conditioner and I am wondering will this serve as a moisturizer or do I need a moisturizer too?

 

[Jewell]

I think I may attempt my next wash n go on Tuesday for Mardi Gras. I'm feeling confident that my hair is getting into the groove of things with being totally chemical free now. Hopefully it comes out okay. At what length were you guys able to start doing twist and braid outs? Seeing all these lovely twist outs has me tempted!

I just attempted my first twist out last night (hair hangs just barely touching shoulder unstretched, and is full APL stretched). I have about 10 large twists that I made and twirled into bantu knots/pin-curls. I haven't taken it down yet...I did them on damp hair and placed a stretchy wide headband around my head after gelling the hair down back to about 1/2 inch past my ears (I like my hair to have height in the crown, so I started twisting at the top and went back to where the headband started in the back towards the nape). **See StephElise's headband position in her sig pic below--that is about where mine is for this style.**

Hope to take it down when I leave the house next (I like to keep my hair styled and tied down until I have to go out to minimize the work I need to do to it), lol. I will post pics in my Fotki if it comes out good (http://www.fotki.com/JewellJ)! This is my first time attempting to wear my natural hair and doing a twist out. I think I will actually gather my hair in a nice clip in the back instead of wearing it hanging...the ends have been dry lately.

 

[NikkiQ]

^^^It looks like we have similar hair textures, but your hair is WAY longer than mine of course lol. I'm NL so I think twist outs on this length may be a bit challenging. I may just stick with cornrows and half wigs for now.

 

[Jewell]

This month I will be 29 months post relaxer and 1 YEAR post BC and I finally decided to attempt my first wash and go. In fact this is my first attempt at an "out" style on natural hair. Wow! I cowashed with Aussie Moist, detangled with my wide tooth comb, and smooth HE LTR leave-in on soaking wet hair (actually, the smoothing of the leave-in made the excess water disappear, so my hair is NOT dripping right now, like I thought), and then smoothed the clear eco-styler gel on my hair in small sections. I used a lot of gel. That's what I've seen other people do in their youtube videos, so I decided to follow along. My hair is definitely elongated and defined. Can't wait to see what it looks like in a few hours.

I'll post pics in the morning for sure!

OOH yes Ms. Lady PLEASE let us know how it came out! I have these same EXACT products, and if your method works well, I'm definitely inclined to try it! Looking fwd to pics.

 

[Jewell]

^^^It looks like we have similar hair textures, but your hair is WAY longer than mine of course lol. I'm NL so I think twist outs on this length may be a bit challenging. I may just stick with cornrows and half wigs for now.

I understand that! My hair is only ear length in some front areas...it hangs longer in the back because of the looser texture in the nape area. Some of my front pieces are shorter...the sides are medium length, and the back is longest. I think the front top of my hair grows slowest--I'm a side sleeper and I notice my sides grow very quickly (I always had the "W" shape in my hair when it was relaxed, and had the sides trimmed back to make it look even).

I'll be getting cornrows in another month or so...just wanted to fool with my natural hair for a bit before I braid it up for the majority of late spring/summer.

 

[NikkiQ]

I wish I could find a YT channel with someone doing natural styles on hair that's a similar length as mine. Everyone seems to have at least SL length and longer and the styles look SO cute on them!