The Official Mane 'N Tail Users Club

[SouthernGirl]

SG, let me try to explain to you how my hair is. The front half of my hair is soft, and combs out immediately- Probably 3C. As you go farther back it becomes 4B. Then on top of that, my hair always retangles itself after it is untangled...so weird. Now if I were to keep my hair natural without pressing it, after like day 3, all my hair is soft like the front. I try to use a pick to untangle my hair, but then when it's time to use a real comb, it really isn't untangled at all...so I don't use such a wide tooth comb to start out with anymore. And my hair always seems to come out from one place all of the time....the place where I can never get it untangled to save my life. My mom is always commenting on how weird my hair is.

I'll try a wide tooth comb again, the next time I wash my hair. But the good thing is, is that my hair doesn't come out at all after it is pressed. So I know the reason why my hair comes out to begin with, it's because I just can't get it untangled properly, and I start to get frustrated. I'm hoping that MNT will strengthen it, so when I get mad..lol, and start to pull...my hair will stay attached to my head...lol

Thanks for the clarification Pet

Looks like more than anything you are looking to strengthen your hair. MNT should help with this over time. Just try to stick with it!!!

Thanks,
SG

 

[SouthernGirl]

I don't know where I'm at on this thread cause I've been reading it for a while now I think i stopped on page 13 #130. so anyway can I join? Please.
I have used MNT on and off and I really like it. I used it for a while before my last baby in 03 the original by straight arrow. MNT shampoo, QP creme conditioner and was rinsing conditioner out til this lady told me it's better leave in,but don't remember if my growth was before or after I started leaving it in. Than I stop using it ,not cause of any problems just cause I'm a very bad product junkie,so I started something else that sounded good. I USE THE CONDITIONER SOME NOW,just not every time I wash.but this is how I like to use it now: I have to put the conditioner on while hair is still a little wet( just squeeze water from hair) condition roots to ends and comb thru with the lil round shampoo brush , then I pour some Surges MOTION LOTION # 9 in hand and rub all over hair and ends and use shampoo brush to comb thru. (I wash my hair in the shower so all my hair is going to back and thats how it is when I put everything on).I have sat under the dryer til dry and my hair felt super soft . before I tried the #9 w/ the conditioner I'd use the conditioner alone and my hair would be kinda hard.
OOOOOH I APOLOGIZE FOR THE LONG THREAD AND I'M NOT SURE IF I WAS SUPPOSE TO WAIT TO GET THE OKAY TO JOIN,UM I GOT ALITTLE TOOO EXCITED.

Hey Taya

We'd LOVE It if you'd join!! And, no thread is too long. Just look back at some of my old ones

I just feel bad that I never did an official roll-call. There are waaaaaay too many posts for me to try it now (unless I get really bored one day and can spend hours on it). I just know that so many are using it with success.

The way you use it is great. Adding a little bit of oil will soften it up a bit, so you won't have the "crunchies" I mentioned before.

Anyway, welcome chica!!

SG

 

[MonaLisa]

Hey Taya

We'd LOVE It if you'd join!! And, no thread is too long. Just look back at some of my old ones

I just feel bad that I never did an official roll-call. There are waaaaaay too many posts for me to try it now (unless I get really bored one day and can spend hours on it). I just know that so many are using it with success.

The way you use it is great. Adding a little bit of oil will soften it up a bit, so you won't have the "crunchies" I mentioned before.

Anyway, welcome chica!!

SG

I did my MNT/oil mix last night all over my head before I went to bed....getting ready for touch up time...moisture and strength....
yup. lol.

 

[SouthernGirl]

I did my MNT/oil mix last night all over my head before I went to bed....getting ready for touch up time...moisture and strength....
yup. lol.

When are you touching up Mo? Good luck girlie, and ya better post pix

 

[MonaLisa]

When are you touching up Mo? Good luck girlie, and ya better post pix

Gurl, I'm trying to get my creamy crack hit on Saturday (8/6) !

I will also be consulting with you as well as DSD...on utilizing your trained eyes for my pics...

 

[pet]

Thanks for the clarification Pet

Looks like more than anything you are looking to strengthen your hair. MNT should help with this over time. Just try to stick with it!!!

Thanks,
SG

I'll try to stick with this one!

Thanks!

 

[czyfaith77]

Re: The Official Mane \'N Tail Users Club

Noooooooo this chick didn't!! LOL!

Okaaaaay...I just read your regime SG -- now I understand what YOU did! You used the original Mane N Tail conditioner as a leave in! Yes, you can do that as it says on the instructions, but I opted to rinse mines out.

Mane N Tail also has a SEPARATE Leave-in treatment that you spray on (like one would use Salerm or Fantasia)
http://www.manentail.com/products/personal/hair_strengthener.asp

This is what my cousin was telling me about.

Okay ladies,

Have anyone used the Straight Arrow Mane 'n Tail Leave-in conditioner (It isn't the spray though) called Equenne? I just purchased it at the BSS. They were having a 50% off sale. I am going to try it. I got two bottles for like 2 dollars a piece. I think I may really like it. It looks like it may be a good one...

 

[California]

Re: The Official Mane \'N Tail Users Club

Okay I've been lurking this thread, and decided to begin this Mane and Tail routine. SouthernGirl this is a great thread! Thanks.

I bought myself some Straight Arrow Miracle Mane, the website on the back of the bottles say Miracle Mane Shampoo and Conditioner I went there and saw the Mane 'n Tail products. I wonder why the difference in the labeling and the name of the same product line?? Well, I said all that to say this I got the Conditioner and Shampoo 32 oz. each for $1.99 and I stocked up. They're available at the Grocery Outlet .

 

[czyfaith77]

Re: The Official Mane \'N Tail Users Club

Okay ladies,

Have anyone used the Straight Arrow Mane 'n Tail Leave-in conditioner (It isn't the spray though) called Equenne? I just purchased it at the BSS. They were having a 50% off sale. I am going to try it. I got two bottles for like 2 dollars a piece. I think I may really like it. It looks like it may be a good one...

Okay ladies,

It's the night after. I did a roller set with the leave-in on my ends, Stay Soft Fro on my new growth, and a little (very little) MTG in a small-holed applicator bottle (applied to the new growth only). This morning I took out the rollers and it was a beautiful set (and no MTG smell either ). I am very pleased. This product (The Equenne) will be a keeper for me.

 

[ballet_bun]

bumping ... this was a fun thread to read!

 

[imstush]

Hi I am a newbie. I have been using the product since a co-worker told me about it in 97. I also use the regular conditioner as a leave in.

 

[Brownie]

I tried the mane n' tail moisturizing/texturizing conditioner. Although it seemed to be a good detangler, it left my hair feeling hard and straw like. I used it twice, but I won't use it again. My hair doesn't like a lot of protein. I also didn't like the smell of the product.

 

[AudraChanell]

BUMP! How are you ladies doing with MNT?

 

[SouthernGirl]

Hey Audra,

Still doing great with this! I love it love it! I'm using it mainly as a conditioner wash (the Original Co). I sometimes will add some to my hair as a leave in, but not after every wash. I co wash most of the week, and poo only a couple times.

My hair's still doing great and really growing healthy!

Give it a try using some of the methods others in teh thread are using it.

SG

 

[kombov_dymond]

I just found out that MNT is great on rollersets.

 

[ChocoKitty]

I just found out that MNT is great on rollersets.

I use it to set my pony and the curls last for days!

 

[SouthernGirl]

Really Kombov and Chocokitty???

Do tell!! Give up the goods! I mean, give me the details! I want to try this



SG

 

[SouthernGirl]

I use it to set my pony and the curls last for days!

Hey Chocokitty,

I just looked at your album and saw your technique for your pony-set. Great idea! I'll be trying that one this week . Also, BEAUTIFUL HAIR

Where is the rest of your regimen? I notice we use the same products for the most part, and I'm curious as to how often you shampoo, how you use the conditioner (as a leave-in or rinse-out), etc.

Thx, SG

 

[ChocoKitty]

Hey Chocokitty,

I just looked at your album and saw your technique for your pony-set. Great idea! I'll be trying that one this week . Also, BEAUTIFUL HAIR

Where is the rest of your regimen? I notice we use the same products for the most part, and I'm curious as to how often you shampoo, how you use the conditioner (as a leave-in or rinse-out), etc.

Thx, SG

Thanks, SG!

Right now I don't much to my hair. I condtioner wash practically everyday with MnT conditioner. I use the shampoo at least once a week. For the summer I've just been wearing a wash and wear pony. I use MnT as a leave in and use Curly Pudding & Meringue to "style". When I get bored I set my pony with MnT conditioner. I'm trying not to straighten my hair until the fall.

 

[SouthernGirl]

Thanks, SG!

Right now I don't much to my hair. I condtioner wash practically everyday with MnT conditioner. I use the shampoo at least once a week. For the summer I've just been wearing a wash and wear pony. I use MnT as a leave in and use Curly Pudding & Meringue to "style". When I get bored I set my pony with MnT conditioner. I'm trying not to straighten my hair until the fall.

Thanks Chocokitty!!!

I've been enjoying my daily co-washes as well Glad it's working out for you too!

SG

 

[kombov_dymond]

SG, I just put serum on my hair after I wash, then the MnT and then my setting lotion and roll away.

 

[SouthernGirl]

SG, I just put serum on my hair after I wash, then the MnT and then my setting lotion and roll away.

Thanks girlie!!!!!!

 

[Iammoney]

for those that use mtg are you finding that when you excercise along with mtg that your hair even grow faster ?

i figure since your pours are open more when you excercise and the fact that there is more circulation


jat

just a thought

 

[CLASSYEBONYGIRL]

for those that use mtg are you finding that when you excercise along with mtg that your hair even grow faster ?

i figure since your pours are open more when you excercise and the fact that there is more circulation


jat

just a thought

Hey Mitcy

MTG is different from Mane and Tail. MTG is an oil and the Mane and Tail is the brand of the shampoo and conditioner that is found in the pharmacy or BSS.

 

[Iammoney]

Hey Mitcy

MTG is different from Mane and Tail. MTG is an oil and the Mane and Tail is the brand of the shampoo and conditioner that is found in the pharmacy or BSS.

oops im sorry i thought this was for mtg users
walks shamelessly out the room

 

[CLASSYEBONYGIRL]

oops im sorry i thought this was for mtg users
walks shamelessly out the room

Don't feel sorry girl I didn't mean to cause you any embarrassment. We are all family here.:Rose: Alot of ladies here were confused about both of them at first so you are not alone.

 

[Candy_C]

OK, can i join? i've been using this for about 2 months..am i eligable?

i started back on this products 3 weeks b4 my relaxer (waited a good 4 months) (so that makes it nearly 2 months now) and BOI i'm glad i did!!! my hair was so durable and strong i didn't need not a millimetre of a trim!

i am also convinced its making my hair grow, especially as i used sulphur 8 on my scalp too. deres a party in my scalp y'all invited.

 

[brownsugar9999]

OK...so let me show you just HOW ignorant I was.....
I've seen MNT coditioner, etc in BSS ALL over the place, and never even bothered b/c i thought it was some cheap crappy stuff b/c it was so inexpensive. I figured that if it didn't cost you an arm and a leg, it was garbage.
WELLLLLLLLL...let me be the first to say ..."all the glitters isn't necessarily gold..." (or something to that effect...)
OH MY GOSH!!!!!!! The other day I was in the BSS looking for sometype of oil to calm MTG funk down, and I saw it on the shelf. I thought, "hey, since I'm CW'ing everyday, may as well try it...can't hurt..."
So I bought the small bottle b/c I didn't wanat to get stuck with yet ANOTHER bottle of ca-ca. Used it this morning, and . "Oh....sweet mystery of life at last I've found you.... . I even used it as a leave in, and my curlies were....well......CURLY!!!!! I am kicking myself for having walked by that shelf all of this time..... SoutherGirl :notworthy Thank you...from my follicle to my ends....THANKYOU
Squirrel

 

[blackbarbie]

I remember using Mane n Tail back in the 80's when I was natural and used to get my hair pressed. My hair was always healthy and had great length, but after my aunt told me about the Mane n Tail, I wanted to try it to boost my growth. I only used the conditioner and back then I think we used it as a leave in too, but at some point I stopped because of how hard it made my hair or how it would cake up on my hair and matt (like some people here have commented). I am sure I wasn't using it correctly, but I stopped using it. (back then the only instructions on the bottle were directions as if you were using it on a horse; the directions were directed at humans so you really had to "figure" out the best way to use it) I still believed that it worked because my cousin and my aunt used it and their hair really grew like weeds (they were permed). I just stopped using it because with me not having a perm and never using anything on my hair except a straightening comb and Vaseline (yes I said Vaseline!), I was too afraid to experiment with anything else.

I am going to incorporate it back into my routine and today I went to Sally's to get the buy one get one free today and got home and realized that I had purchased a bottle of "Moisturizer/Texturizer Conditioner" and one bottle of "Deep Texturizing Conditioner". I meant to get one conditioner and one shampoo. Will take it back and exchange tomorrow!

 

[secretdiamond]

Well I tried the infamous MNT conditioner finally. I used it as a leave in. I don't think I like it too much. It made my hair hard, but not too tangled which was good. I can see why others say it makes their hair feel stronger. I would have liked it despite the slight hardness had I not noticed a little more breakage than usual while I was combing my hair. I kept finding little pieces of hair on my hand and that made me very annoyed. I had to be VERY delicate while trying to comb my hair into a ponytail to airdry it. So I'm am airdying right now and waiting to see how my hair feels like when it's completely dry to see if I will just pop this in the trash or not. Funny thing is, I really want to like it and might just keep using it b/c I want my hair to be just like SG's! lol. Had it not been SG who recommended this, I would have thrown it away from the second I put it on my hair and cursed it.