The Official 2006 sew in/weave challenge

[determine3]

I'm having major problems with my weave. Dammit, this yacky weave sheds so damn much it's driving me nuts. I thought i could keep it in for 2 months but there will be no hair left on the tracks soon!!!! Keep in mind, Sunday makes week 2 only. I'm really fighting to keep it in for 2 more weeks because I want my hair to have a break ~and I want to see a major difference in length when I take it out.

Anyone else have this problem and is there a solution? Also, the hair is starting to get that stiff look. I washed it once this w/e but don't know what to do?

One more question...if your hair was done tight, can it loosen up on it's own? My hair was pretty tight (the first night I had nightmares from the pain..shame on me for letting her do it that tight) but now..almost 2 weeks later, it's kinda loose from my scalp. I'd love to believe this is growth but in less than 2 weeks?

erplexed

 

[LaNecia]

I'm going to join this challenge for 2006. I've never had much success keeping a weave in for longer than 4 weeks. I'll establish my regimen soon and post. I'm really unsure how to care for my hair while weaved so any advice would be really helpful!

TIA and HHG!

VWV

 

[mrsgreene]

I'm officially joining the challenge. I normally wear my hair in sew ins so it won't be hard for me. I cancelled my hair appointment for tomorrow and began braiding my circle so I can sew in my weave tomorrow morning. I am actually pretty good at doing my own hair but I am lazy so I'd rather pay somebody else to do it. I plan to wear the weaves from 8-12 weeks depending on how they hold up. I will spray my hair with my homepade concoction and wash regularly.

 

[asummertyme]

I'm having major problems with my weave. Dammit, this yacky weave sheds so damn much it's driving me nuts. I thought i could keep it in for 2 months but there will be no hair left on the tracks soon!!!! Keep in mind, Sunday makes week 2 only. I'm really fighting to keep it in for 2 more weeks because I want my hair to have a break ~and I want to see a major difference in length when I take it out.

Anyone else have this problem and is there a solution? Also, the hair is starting to get that stiff look. I washed it once this w/e but don't know what to do?

One more question...if your hair was done tight, can it loosen up on it's own? My hair was pretty tight (the first night I had nightmares from the pain..shame on me for letting her do it that tight) but now..almost 2 weeks later, it's kinda loose from my scalp. I'd love to believe this is growth but in less than 2 weeks?

erplexed

this happned to me when i brought some cheap arse BSS hair..it shedded like crazy..i was so mad..u have to find better hair, if u can invest in some better hair it is so worth it b/c u can wear that hair for a long time without to many tangles knots or shedding..

 

[determine3]

this happned to me when i brought some cheap arse BSS hair..it shedded like crazy..i was so mad..u have to find better hair, if u can invest in some better hair it is so worth it b/c u can wear that hair for a long time without to many tangles knots or shedding..__________________

Thank-you very much! I figured that much....I guess it's all about investing in your hair for better care!!!!! I'm going to shop around for good weave brands.

 

[Supastar]

I am in on this challenge. I used this method years ago to go natural. I had a weave put in by Reniece on 11/19/05. I only like to do short weaves for a more natural look. Everytime I tell someone I'm wearing a weave, they look at me with disbelief. It's shorter than my hair, but I like it that way--it's more manageable. Right now a little bit of my hair is out in the front, but for the next weave I will get a full head--less damage and I like not knowing how much my hair is growing when it's weaved. I plan to alternate between straight and curly weaves since I wear my hair both straight and curly. The following is my regimen:

-1/7/06 remove weave and go to hairsylist to get custom Phyto treatment and blow out--trim myself
-1/14/06 wash and go
-1/21/06 go back to Reniece and get full head weave; wash and condition hair and scalp once a week; use applicator bottle to oil (MTG and others) braids and scalp once and week; wear for 6-7 weeks and repeat prior steps.

I've seen the fabulous results of wearing well-cared for weaves by myself and my sister. If I knew then what I know now from this board, I would have been able to retain my growth. My sister had been successful in retaining bra strap length thanks to her wonderful stylist, who put her on a weave challenge.

 

[KathyMay]

Can you guys please recommend some hair for fine 4a b that doesnt tangle OR SHED. I am in getting another sew in on January 14th. This will give me time if I have to order it. TIA

 

[asummertyme]

adorable hair is good i heard u can order it online..i buy my hair from either LUGO'S HAIR SUPPY IN BROOKLYN OR MONA'S HAIR SUPPLY IN BROOKLYN.. both ship and lugo's does custom blending..

 

[glamazon386]

Can you guys please recommend some hair for fine 4a b that doesnt tangle OR SHED. I am in getting another sew in on January 14th. This will give me time if I have to order it. TIA

I use Outre Premium new yaki. It's pretty good with tangles. It sheds a bit but not as much as other bss hair I've had in the past. It's tolerable.

 

[simone103]

The Janet and Rebecca collections are good brands of weave that don't shed. Also, the best way to tell whether or not the brand of hair is going to shed is to see whether the track is double-wefted or not. The double-weft ensures less shedding.

 

[XXXtacy]

Can you guys please recommend some hair for fine 4a b that doesnt tangle OR SHED. I am in getting another sew in on January 14th. This will give me time if I have to order it. TIA

Remy hair today is very good brand.

I havent experienced any shedding or tangling. It's been a great investment.

 

[determine3]

Remy hair today is very good brand.

I havent experienced any shedding or tangling. It's been a great investment.

did you buy this on the net or in a BSS? No shedding or tangling????? Damn, I need to get me some of this!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Like I said before, I would absolutely love to keep my hair in this weave for at least 6 weeks but I don't think there will be enough hair left on the tracks with all the shedding and tangling I experienceerplexed

 

[asummertyme]

Hey , i recieved my "How to weave video" today, it came pretty quick too..i cant wait to learn how to close up the top so i can do a full head..i will be watching it today and giving u guys an update on how good the video is..

 

[remnant]

I'm so happy, I got my first weave of the 2006 challenge today, the braids under was not tigh and the hairdresser did not braided my edges (hair too small: traction alopecia).
By God's grace, I will remove it the 10th february 2006, I will take pictures to see the progress , and I will go for another weave on the 13 th february 2006!

 

[Chanteuse]

I am in on this one as well. It will REALLY be a challenge for me b/c I get bored with having my hair "put away" for long periods of time. I'm going to stick with it this time b/c I KNOW my hair will thank me for it.

I got my weave done on 12/26/05, my mom braided it and I sewed the tracks in myself. I used Urban Beauty hair from the BSS and so far it has not shed at all !! I'm really impressed.

I'm planning on:
-Keeping my weaves for 8 weeks at a time.
-Washing my whole head . . . hmm, every 1 to 2 weeks (haven't decided yet)
-Washing only the part that's left out anytime it starts looking rough or doesn't blend. Then I'll use my NTM leave in/serum and maxiglide so I can stay UNbeweavable
-Leaving my hair out for 2 to 4 weeks, deep conditioning w/ heat every week, condition washing everyday and wearing it in a bun during this time.
-Relaxing with Phyto after 6 months

If I get too tired of weaves then I may alternate with box braids but I'm going to shoot for a whole year of weaves since they are cheaper (for me) and less labor intensive/ time consuming.


Here's to a year of great growth and looking fabulous while we get it!!

 

[thatscuteright]

I will be joining you ladies.
I made an appointment for Saturday morning.

 

[NYCQT16]

Is there any way to have a weave without having exposed hair that I have to relax or straighten with a pressing comb/flat iron?

 

[bluediamond0829]

Is there any way to have a weave without having exposed hair that I have to relax or straighten with a pressing comb/flat iron?

yep i did a full head sew in..i hated the fact of having to have some hair left out at the top and with my hair being as fine and it drying out..its too tedious to be trying to make sure that it looks just as straight as the weave...

i can either have a bang swept to the side or in the front...i have some pics in my photo album...

 

[NYCQT16]

Thx bluediamond ..I'm gonna check it out now

 

[Chanteuse]

yep i did a full head sew in..i hated the fact of having to have some hair left out at the top and with my hair being as fine and it drying out..its too tedious to be trying to make sure that it looks just as straight as the weave...

i can either have a bang swept to the side or in the front...i have some pics in my photo album...

Another option would be to get a curly/wavy weave that you could blend by braiding/curling/bantu knots or something like that. Some of your hair would still be exposed but you wouldn't have to worry about keeping it straight. A full head weave would be much easier but this just gives you options so you don't get bored.



ETA - Blue your sew in looks really good. The last time I got a full sew (at the hairdresser I might add) it didn't look natural at all so I've been a little hesitant to get them since then.

 

[asummertyme]

hey you guys...i checked out the learn to do a full head weave video and i think i got it..i will be buying some hair this week from LUGO's hair supply and doing a full head , i still have not decided wether or not i will be going curly or strait..but what ever i do i will be posting pics..
here is my regimine..
full head weave. using the net method from the video...leaving in for a 8-12 weeks..
weekly washing..and daily mositurzing using better braids moisturzing briad spray. basically that is it.. keeping it really simple..

 

[KathyMay]

I am going to get my sew in on January 14th using Remi hair the bss in my area sell it. I am looking at using the Outre Velvet Remi

 

[angelk316]

Can anybody tell me how to do a sewn in weave with no hair left out. I would like to save money and do my own weaves.

 

[bluediamond0829]

Another option would be to get a curly/wavy weave that you could blend by braiding/curling/bantu knots or something like that. Some of your hair would still be exposed but you wouldn't have to worry about keeping it straight. A full head weave would be much easier but this just gives you options so you don't get bored.



ETA - Blue your sew in looks really good. The last time I got a full sew (at the hairdresser I might add) it didn't look natural at all so I've been a little hesitant to get them since then.

thank you...

does anyone use like just a wavy like hair...any recommendations...i get lazy at times..and hate the fact of getting up in the morning and having to worry about combing thru the hair and curling it under...because it tangles(i havent got it down on how to wrap weave..i know the beehive...but its hard for me to do)...im trying to get somekind of hair that i can wear for a full head sew in..with the bang that looks good...i think next im going to go with some highlights to change it up...i love this challenge...this is the best thing ive done...

 

[glamazon386]

Can anybody tell me how to do a sewn in weave with no hair left out. I would like to save money and do my own weaves.

Check out the weaves/extensions forum over at blackhairmedia.com. There's plenty of how to threads there. HTH...

 

[XXXtacy]

Need help!!

I have had my weave in for 10 days. Using MTG solution (MTG/peppermint/rosewater) but I can not put on my scalp directly.

Hair stylist braided my hair front to back and in a circle of the crown of my head and the weave left to right. Therefore, when I lift the weave, all I see is braid and very little scalp. ( Hair is real thick)

I have been using this liquidy MTG and squirting it on my scalp and letting it run down my scalp the gravity method. I know its not getting on all the areas of my scalp.

Should I try to make this a pomemade, try to find the scalp areas and then grease the scalp?

The seocnd problem is conditioning the braids.
Which coniditioner would you ladies recommend?

TIA

 

[Ebony]

I am in on this challenge. I have been weaving during summer months for 6-7 years. Now I want to go to the extreme & keep my hair in a weave most of the year to see my results. I was supposed to get it done in Sept, then Nov & now I'm getting it next week. I have a gf that keeps a weave in her hair every year, all year. Her growth? Who knows. Anyway, I've always used hair from adorables or lugos who is now also located in lower Manhattan thank God, but hair on the net is cheaper. My weaver is in BK. Many pics of my weaves & how I take care of them have been in my album for quite some time. The only difference this year is that besides oils,herbal cream & vit e, I will also be using MTG & alter ego. I use droppers or the application bottle from the BSS which has a nice pointy tip. I have always left my hair in weaves for no less than 3 mths w/o a problem. Once I went 4 mths & that was quite extreme & a close call. After six wks my weaver tightens it. It matches my hair perfectly & I find that my only downfall is that I NEVER want to take it out when it's time. Call me stupid, but it makes me feel so powerful!!!LOL
My goal for awhile now has been to learn to put in weaves. First I must learn to cornroll. If I could do my own weave, I'd have a new look every month like my sister & cousin who both do hair & do their own weaves, but I want to learn to do it exactly the way my weaver does. Maybe she'll teach me if I offer to pay her .

 

[SUPER SWEET]

Ok ladies, i got the weave as you can see. My stylisted used Remi velvet outre pack and 2 rows of New York Outre brand. So far barely any shedding. I have only a small puff of my hair out in the front for blending. I will take this out Feb 11th and start all over again till May. Bra strap or bust.

 

[bluediamond0829]

Ok ladies, i got the weave as you can see. My stylisted used Remi velvet outre pack and 2 rows of New York Outre brand. So far barely any shedding. I have only a small puff of my hair out in the front for blending. I will take this out Feb 11th and start all over again till May. Bra strap or bust.

girl i am loving ur hair so much...it is so pretty...and it looks so so natural....i am loving the highlights...next time im getting highlights for sure...

Ebony..i did pickup i think it was one of the old issues of the Ebony magazine and it was telling women of how to take care of their weaves...and also was saying how we could keep sewin weaves in for at least 2 to 3 months...i maybe into trying this...that sounds almost how my stylist sewed my hair in too...because i can only get to my nape and to some of my front parts to be able to put moisturizer on my hair..so im going to get a nozzle bottle to start trying to apply the MTG...in the same article it mentioned to make sure to keep the scalp moisturized and when removing and taking out the braids/weaves to use Soft and Beautiful antibreakage braid release spray to spray on the braids and hair...

 

[asummertyme]

hey thanks for the heads up on the blackhairmedia.com site...i really like it especially the weave section..for some reason i cant register but i will just be a lurker..