Twisting FOR Growth Challenge Part 2

[Ms Lala]

Hi Ladies,

Congratulations MsLala on your test.

I am so tired of this hair. I'm falling off the bandwagon.

This weekend I detangled my hair, I don't have the energy for twists right now.

Donewitit- What do you mean? I hope you're not considering relaxing your hair. Your hair is gorgeous. I keep a half wig on hand to wear when I don't feel like styling my hair. You can flat twist your hair underneath. Or try doing a twist out with fat twists or putting your hair up in a ponytail. What are you using to detangle? Maybe you need some a different products or method for detangling.

 

[productjunkie814]

Instead of twists, I did medium braids about a week and a half ago. I wore them pulled back for a week, and have been wearing a braid out puff for the last few days. The braids were a lot faster than the twists and produced a much nicer braid out this time than my twist outs do. Which stinks because I like the way my twists look more than the braids, but I like the braid out better than the twist out. What to do?

 

[donewit-it]

Donewitit- What do you mean? I hope you're not considering relaxing your hair. Your hair is gorgeous. I keep a half wig on hand to wear when I don't feel like styling my hair. You can flat twist your hair underneath. Or try doing a twist out with fat twists or putting your hair up in a ponytail. What are you using to detangle? Maybe you need some a different products or method for detangling.

I sure am considering relaxing! Everyone says NO. I'm wearing about 7-8 braids in my hair pulled back in a pony.

I detangle my hair with Nacidit Olive Conditioner (works really well) with my denman brush, it's just so much hair!!!!!!

I also don't want to sit in the Dominican shops every weekend like I did when i was relaxed.

I really don't care for wigs or extension hair.

I don't know what do to.

 

[donewit-it]

Instead of twists, I did medium braids about a week and a half ago. I wore them pulled back for a week, and have been wearing a braid out puff for the last few days. The braids were a lot faster than the twists and produced a much nicer braid out this time than my twist outs do. Which stinks because I like the way my twists look more than the braids, but I like the braid out better than the twist out. What to do?

Me too

 

[Ms Lala]

I sure am considering relaxing! Everyone says NO. I'm wearing about 7-8 braids in my hair pulled back in a pony.

I detangle my hair with Nacidit Olive Conditioner (works really well) with my denman brush, it's just so much hair!!!!!!

I also don't want to sit in the Dominican shops every weekend like I did when i was relaxed.

I really don't care for wigs or extension hair.

I don't know what do to.

Unless you really prefer wearing your hair straight give your natural hair another chance. Most naturals I know who relaxed ended up regretting it unless they really preferred straight styles. Do you have a stylist? If you're tired of dealing w/your hair maybe you can find a good natural stylist. I personally hate the Denman brush, it didn't work well for me in terms of detangling. I saturate my damp hair with cholesterol (Lustrasilk brand) and detangle w/ a wide tooth comb. Sometimes I then brush through my hair w/the Goody add+shine paddle brush to help get the shed hair. My hair is pretty long and I am usually able to detangle in 15-30 minutes unless I left my hair in hair style for way to lonb g (4+ weeks).

 

[anherica]

Welp, I fell off my twists for a few days and got adventurous (for me that is.)--braidout! I am really liking this, but I will be putting my twists back in within a few days. I'm a tad depressed, because my hair doesn't seem to be getting longer, just bigger. Oh well.

 

[donewit-it]

Welp, I fell off my twists for a few days and got adventurous (for me that is.)--braidout! I am really liking this, but I will be putting my twists back in within a few days. I'm a tad depressed, because my hair doesn't seem to be getting longer, just bigger. Oh well.

I did the same thing and feel the exact same way. I'm wearing a braid out now, and will probably spend tomorrow twisting my hair.

I noticed my hair not longer, but bigger. I don't need bigger hair, I want longer hair


The good thing is, is that my ends are not that bad.

 

[anherica]

I noticed my hair not longer, but bigger. I don't need bigger hair, I want longer hair

That's it right there! I need bigger hair like I need a hole in the head. It's already a wrestling match up in here when it comes time to do my hair. Is a little length too much to ask? Again I say

 

[productjunkie814]

Welp, I fell off my twists for a few days and got adventurous (for me that is.)--braidout! I am really liking this, but I will be putting my twists back in within a few days. I'm a tad depressed, because my hair doesn't seem to be getting longer, just bigger. Oh well.

ERG! Your braidout looks sooo nice!!!

I did the same thing and feel the exact same way. I'm wearing a braid out now, and will probably spend tomorrow twisting my hair.

I noticed my hair not longer, but bigger. I don't need bigger hair, I want longer hair


The good thing is, is that my ends are not that bad.

Embrace the big!!! Lol, I think I will be saying the same thing when my hair gets as long as you guy's. But really, I've been really loving the big hair recently.

I'm deep conditioning today and I'll put braids in tomorrow. I'm really digging the braids lately. It seems like my routine will be braids on Sunday for about eight days, a braid out for four, and my hair hidden while deep conditioning for two.

 

[productjunkie814]

Pics of my anorexic braids. I put them in today and am going to see how they look rolled. I'll try and remember to post pics up of the finished product. These will be in until Friday.

PS..You can see the length I've gained...I'm almost at APL (stretched)

 

[Jaxhair]

still wearing my braid extensions. Will probably take them down within the next week or so for a proper wash and deep, deep conditioning and twists for a week or 2 before I repeat again. I really needed the break from my hair and I'm loving the reduced manipulation. Really hoping I've sussed out the strengthening and moisturising though as that's my problem with extensions - keeping them strong and moisturised.

Fab braid-out Anherica. I lov big - give me what you can spare, lol!

Your braids look good PJ814, can't wait to see the end result after the roller set.

Ms Lala, this is late but congrats on your test triumph - way to go!!!!

Done wit - that hair is beautiful, however you wear it. Keep going, girl!

I wonder how Ooop2's relocation is going?

 

[anherica]

Pics of my anorexic braids.

Anorexic? You're kidding right? They look fab, and your hair looks very healthy. I think you'll like how they look after you take them out of the rollers.

Jaxhair, thanks! If I could safely detach some of it, I'd gladly donate!

 

[donewit-it]

Pics of my anorexic braids. I put them in today and am going to see how they look rolled. I'll try and remember to post pics up of the finished product. These will be in until Friday.

PS..You can see the length I've gained...I'm almost at APL (stretched)

Looks great girl.

I twisted last night on dry hair. With just castor oil applied during the week

 

[oooop2]

Hi Ladies....

Thanks for checking in. Sorry that I've been MIA. I'm in the process of relocating back to the USA next month, so things have been HECTIC here...

@Jax...Glad to see that your braids are working for you...Definitely continue to do whatever is best for your hair. What are you using in order to maintain the moisture balance???

@ Done...I can relate to being tired of my hair. Although I have no intentions of relaxing, I definitely need to do something different. Thinking about maybe adding some color..We'll see...

@ Product...Your box braids look good. Mine LOOKED horrible. I can't see myself doing them again. You mentioned DC for 2 days? Are you seeing any benefits to this? Are you concerned that all that conditioning will weaken/break your strands???

@An...Your hair looks great and so healthy..BTW, I love your TnC version!!

@RSmith...4 wks...IMPRESSIVE...I seem to only be able to do 2wk of twist and 1wk T/Os...

My hair is doing well. Currently in large twist. May do a WnG for the next few days since it's so hot here....

My pitiful box braids...

Last set of twist...They lasted 2wks....I decided to mix the Qhemet Olive cream conditioner and detangler w/ melted alma oil and Herbal Essence Hello Hydration Moisturizing Conditioner. On freshly washed and damp hair, I applied a generous amount of this mix and started twisting. This is my new dream cream....So mad Qhem discontinued the olive cream....

These T/O lasted 1wk!!

Hope everyone is doing well!!!

 

[Jaxhair]

Hi Ladies....

Thanks for checking in. Sorry that I've been MIA. I'm in the process of relocating back to the USA next month, so things have been HECTIC here...

@Jax...Glad to see that your braids are working for you...Definitely continue to do whatever is best for your hair. What are you using in order to maintain the moisture balance???

I spray daily with a mix of glycerine and water. Some mornings I'll apply Qhemet Heavy or coconut oil after spraying if hair feels dry. Feels moisturised most times, so I'm happy. I also spray intermittently during the day, upto 3 times. I co-wash every 7-14 days. Will remove this set this weekend, get a new set in beginning of July, i hope.

Good luck with the move!

 

[Ms Lala]

still wearing my braid extensions. Will probably take them down within the next week or so for a proper wash and deep, deep conditioning and twists for a week or 2 before I repeat again. I really needed the break from my hair and I'm loving the reduced manipulation. Really hoping I've sussed out the strengthening and moisturising though as that's my problem with extensions - keeping them strong and moisturised.

Fab braid-out Anherica. I lov big - give me what you can spare, lol!

Your braids look good PJ814, can't wait to see the end result after the roller set.

Ms Lala, this is late but congrats on your test triumph - way to go!!!!

Done wit - that hair is beautiful, however you wear it. Keep going, girl!

I wonder how Ooop2's relocation is going?

Thanks!!!! Now I"m on to my next endeavor.

 

[donewit-it]

I just check my initial progress pictures back in February. I'm disappointed. It looks like I get about 1/2 inch per month.

I was looking to achieve more than usual growth due to twisting. Kinda disappointed. You should have seen me asking my co-worker to pull my hair for me in the back.

 

[anherica]

So I decided to be a good challenger and twist my hair back up, but my arm and hand weren't having it. So I called a friend that braids hair to see if she could help. She says she doesn't know how to twist, but she'd be more than happy to braid it up for me. Hey, can't pass up having someone else do my hair, so I agreed.

I really like her approach to styling. Whenever she came across a snag, she told me to get it out. She listened to my request for gentle handling of my edges. And since my hair was mostly detangled before I went, the only time she used a comb was to part my hair with the rattail end. She just ran her fingers through each section before braiding.

And a sister is fast! With my big head and hair thickness, 1 1/2 hours. And it was free! Even better. So I'll be braided up for a while until my arm and hand are back in working order. Here are some pics. It's not tight, although the top shot looks a bit scalpy to me. But that is my nappy-straight section, so I guess it's to be expected. Have a good week ladies!!

 

[miss Congeniality]

anherica, your hair looks great.

I put henna in my hair yesterday and I plan on putting twist in tonight. I think I am starting to make some progress.

 

[quasimodi]

Ladies, ladies, ladies. I did the dayum thing. I passed my test. I now have my Series 24. General Securities Principal

I am so happy. I am besides myself. I can't stop smiling.

I chickened out on wearing my floppy fro out. It's just too much hair. I opted for a puff instead.

Here are some pictures of my twists, trying to stretch my hair. I then took them out this morning. Then pushed it back into a puff.erplexed

Sorry to sneak in ladies, since I"m not in the challenge itself, but...this is EXACTLY what happens to my hair.

 

[productjunkie814]

How's everyone doing?!? Any plans for the long weekend?

Anherica, you box braids look AWESOME! Tell your friend to come to my house and do mine, lol.

Ooop, how's the move going?

My hair has been in a twistout for the last few days. I think I'm going to wash and go the next few days and twist on Sunday.

Happy 4th everyone!

 

[MochaEyeCandy]

Still rocking twists under my half wig and it's thriving.

 

[productjunkie814]

2 reasons why I hate washing my hair in my new place:

1) The hot water runs out too fast for me to detangle my hair. I really hate cold showers, especially after a long day.

2) The drain catchers that I get do not fit the drain in my tub, so I constantly have to pour Drano so that I'm not showering in 3 feet of water. I really REALLY hate that.

Sorry, had to vent.

 

[donewit-it]

HELLLLLOOOOOO!




erplexed

 

[Kay.Dee]

hey

I haven't been posting but I took out my fake hair and have been twisting my real hair for about 2 weeks now.

 

[oooop2]

So I decided to be a good challenger and twist my hair back up, but my arm and hand weren't having it. So I called a friend that braids hair to see if she could help. She says she doesn't know how to twist, but she'd be more than happy to braid it up for me. Hey, can't pass up having someone else do my hair, so I agreed.

I really like her approach to styling. Whenever she came across a snag, she told me to get it out. She listened to my request for gentle handling of my edges. And since my hair was mostly detangled before I went, the only time she used a comb was to part my hair with the rattail end. She just ran her fingers through each section before braiding.

And a sister is fast! With my big head and hair thickness, 1 1/2 hours. And it was free! Even better. So I'll be braided up for a while until my arm and hand are back in working order. Here are some pics. It's not tight, although the top shot looks a bit scalpy to me. But that is my nappy-straight section, so I guess it's to be expected. Have a good week ladies!!

She did a nice job...The box braids I did myself looked TERRIBLE in comparison...HOw long will you keep them in???

anherica, your hair looks great.

I put henna in my hair yesterday and I plan on putting twist in tonight. I think I am starting to make some progress.

I haven't henna'd in well over a month. I think I was doing it a bit to much and all of a sudden my hair just started feeling dry and hard. Once I stopped, it took about a month of my hair to feel normal again. So note to self, only henna hair 1x/6-8wks. IT's going to take my a LONG time to get through all that henna

How's everyone doing?!? Any plans for the long weekend?

Anherica, you box braids look AWESOME! Tell your friend to come to my house and do mine, lol.

Ooop, how's the move going?

My hair has been in a twistout for the last few days. I think I'm going to wash and go the next few days and twist on Sunday.

Happy 4th everyone!

Stressful...I'm tired...Apt is practically empty to my kids are bored out of their minds. Had to put them in summer school for the last 2wks, so that they could play w/other kids their age. Really not jumping for joy about leaving. Have really loved living here and not ready to give up my 3.5yr vacation...

Still rocking twists under my half wig and it's thriving.

Glad to hear that your hair is thriving....

2 reasons why I hate washing my hair in my new place:

1) The hot water runs out too fast for me to detangle my hair. I really hate cold showers, especially after a long day.

2) The drain catchers that I get do not fit the drain in my tub, so I constantly have to pour Drano so that I'm not showering in 3 feet of water. I really REALLY hate that.

Sorry, had to vent.

My hair clogs up my drain also. I know the maintenance man hates me...erplexed

HELLLLLOOOOOO!




erplexed

Yeah...This thread is deader than dead lately. Think everyone is over it at this point. 6m may have been a bit too ambitious of a goal. Will stick to the 3m challenges in the future....(Sept-Dec)

Hair currently in a WnG ponytail. Been cowashing every 2days and wearing large/chunky twist. For some reason, adding alma oil the my ends when my hair is still saturated w/ some water and condish (HE hello hydration) has lessened my single strand knots. Hopefully this isn't a fluke..LOL

CHECK IN LADIES..It's ALMOST over...

 

[anon123]

Pics of my anorexic braids. I put them in today and am going to see how they look rolled. I'll try and remember to post pics up of the finished product. These will be in until Friday.

PS..You can see the length I've gained...I'm almost at APL (stretched)

Love those braids. Man, I'm so jealous of folks who have beautiful braids.

 

[ayoung]

Beautiful braids!!! This is how my DD wears her hair but I have moisture problems with them

What will you do to keep them up while in??
How will u moisturize and with what??

Thanks!!

And a sister is fast! With my big head and hair thickness, 1 1/2 hours. And it was free! Even better. So I'll be braided up for a while until my arm and hand are back in working order. Here are some pics. It's not tight, although the top shot looks a bit scalpy to me. But that is my nappy-straight section, so I guess it's to be expected. Have a good week ladies!!

 

[donewit-it]

I fell off. I've been wearing a wng. I haven't detangled my hair in about two weeks. Just co-washing every morning.

My puff is HUGE though

 

[rsmith]

I am wearing a twist and curl. However, I will twist this weekend.