Tips to Stop Hair Breakage

[KinksnCurlz]

When I first joined a hair board, back in March 2003 I think, my hair was not looking it's best. I mean it was kinda/sorta healthy, but not like it use to be. I would get a wash & set every other week yet my hair was suffering from breakage/shedding and dry, brittle ends. I realized the secret to keeping my hair healthy. Do you want to know what it is? Nah, I don't think i can tell you

Just kidding. I find that if I wash my hair at least 2x per week I lose about 10 hairs per day (AND that's a marked improvement). I also use Nexxus Keraphix once every other week. I leave same on my hair for at least 10 minutes, or if I have time, half an hour. I usually mix it with anything that's in the shower at the time, meaning LUST, Suave Coconut Conditioner, etc. Every 4-5 weeks, I apply Aphoghee Treatment followed by the Aphoghee balancing moisturizer and my usual staple of products.
I must say, the overall health of my hair has improved tenfold. I just thought I'd share that with the ladies (and gents) on this board that were combating breakage/shedding. I hope this helps.

Now if I can only find a miracle magic cure for thinning edges

 

[Cleo]

Thanks CaramelHonee.

 

[prettygirl]

thanks for the info

 

[EXSQUISIT]

great info, thanks.

 

[Tebby1017]

Thanks for the tips...I think I will do an Aphogee treatment tonight...I have a little breakage near my left ear that I need to stop before it gets TOO serious.

Tebby

 

[Britt]

ms jennifer u have pretty hair

 

[Lee]

I notice when I use shampoo it drys out my ends and we all know dry ends mean breakage. So I have adopted to do conditioner wahes only. This has been working well, still some breakage, however, I'm still working on a technique that will combat this problem. This weekend I'm giving away all of my shampoos except Paul Mitchell "Shampoo one" and CON. The CON works well on my son's hair.

 

[KinksnCurlz]

I think basically what has helped me is CLEAN hair

, no residue or anything to weigh it down and 'pull it out' - i guess the no poo'ers can use their conditioners only with the same results.

As long as you are using a:

protein treatment
VERY moisturizing conditioner
leave-in conditioner/spray (taking heed to pay close attention to your ends)

you should be straight and on your way to healthy hair.

 

[Isis]

Thanks for the tips!

 

[Spagirl]

Since I've been on this board I have experimented with a few different protein conditioners and my Aphogee has been getting dusty. Thanks for reminding me that Aphogee is still a good thing especially in combo with Keraphix!

 

[Nessa]

Thank you.

 

[EXSQUISIT]

thank you very much brit

 

[ineedmoney]

thanks for the info, but can i ask you about the keraphix? i hear alot about it and i was wondering how much does it cost and is less potent than the aphogee?

 

[anks]

thanks for the tip. i also use aphogee treatment and the balancing moisturizer. it does work because i was experiencing bad breakage back in december. every since i heard about aphogee i been using it every 6 to 8 weeks.

 

[KinksnCurlz]

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thanks for the info, but can i ask you about the keraphix? i hear alot about it and i was wondering how much does it cost and is less potent than the aphogee?

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It's cheaper that the aphogee

(A= $19-$23; K=$12-$18). Keraphix is a light protein treatment whereas Aphogee is not. I like the keraphix because I can use it every other week W/O overdoing the protein. That's the only nexxus product that i actually will rave about. If you have something that already works for you, don't spend your moolah on the keraphix.

 

[Nyambura]

Thanks for posting this, CaramelHonee. I'm taking notes because you have beautiful hair.

And BTW, I agree Britt, Ms. Jennifer does have some lovely hair.

 

[KinksnCurlz]

thaks Nyambura
and yes, Ms. J, your hair is beautiful as well. I LOVE your blunt cut, so precision straight

 

[Chichi]

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Since I've been on this board I have experimented with a few different protein conditioners and my Aphogee has been getting dusty. Thanks for reminding me that Aphogee is still a good thing especially in combo with Kerafix!

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Thanks CH. I will start using the Aphogee again too...

Chichi

 

[Nyambura]

You're welcome, CaramelHonee.

 

[Supergirl]

Thanks Caramel Honee for the tips. This is a good thread. I like Keraphix also and my MAJOR protein treatment is Joico K-Pak. It's expensive as HECK, but I'm gonna have to go on and break down and buy a liter of it.

 

[KinksnCurlz]

Supergirl - I've wanted to try the joico but when i saw the price my wallet jumped out of my hand and ran out of the darn store... i had to chase the sucker in my car

all the way home!!!

 

[DatJerseyDyme]

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Supergirl - I've wanted to try the joico but when i saw the price my wallet jumped out of my hand and ran out of the darn store... i had to chase the sucker in my car

all the way home!!!

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LOL! I don't think I've laughed this hard in a week!

 

[EXSQUISIT]

thanks caramelhonee and nyambura!!

 

[KinksnCurlz]

Anytime

 

[ms_kenesha]

THANX!

 

[kelendra_cole]

bump!!!

 

[UmSumayyah]

So how much is the Joico K-Pak?

 

[dahllia]

Caramelhonee, this info is right on time, Thank You!!! Just two weeks ago, I started shedding a little too much for comfort. I am officially transitioning with about 2 to 3 inches of new growth, so I dont know if this is the reason,(maybe now is the time to slow down on the daily rinsings, I dont know) but I will certainly give this a shot

.

 

[bryantgirl]

Ms Jennifer~

Your hair is healthy looking and very lovely. Im impressed with your even cut.

Bryantgirl

 

[KinksnCurlz]

You are welcome Dahlia. I realize how much we all want healthy hair so sharing the good with the rest of the board is definately appreciated