Use 1 buy 1 Challenge 2009 pt.2

msa said:
That's why I love weaves. No matter what kind of braids I get or how loosely they're done, the added weight of the extension hair just pulls my hair right on out. And not only at my edges either.

But weaves, when they're done right, are amazing for retention. I do mine myself so I don't have to worry about anyone jacking up my hair by braiding too tight or pulling the thread too tight.
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I like to see weaves on other people, but they are definitely not for me:nono:. I have nightmares thinking about how much hair I lost wearing weaves. I don't lose any unreasonable amount of hair with braids.

I love love:love: my braids and I never keep them in very long - 6-8 weeks tops and I get my hairline redone every 3-4 weeks. Depends on the speed of my hair growth at that time.
 
see im just scared of fake hair period lol. im scared of braids and weaves and everything in between. i thought about ps with wigs but i would feel funny wearing one. like i dont look right.
 
chebaby said:
see im just scared of fake hair period lol. im scared of braids and weaves and everything in between. i thought about ps with wigs but i would feel funny wearing one. like i dont look right.
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I've Never Worn any kind of Fake Hair Either Che.

But I am seriously considering a Wig Dec - March for PS Styling.:grin:
 
chebaby said:
see im just scared of fake hair period lol. im scared of braids and weaves and everything in between. i thought about ps with wigs but i would feel funny wearing one. like i dont look right.[/QUOTE]

Che maybe you should get one, post up a pic with it on and let us be the judge of that:yep:.
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chebaby said:
see im just scared of fake hair period lol. im scared of braids and weaves and everything in between. i thought about ps with wigs but i would feel funny wearing one. like i dont look right.
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I love fake hair. LOVE it. I grew up in two styles, press and braids. I loved braids because I didn't have to do anything but put on a scarf at night and then take it off in the morning, and spray it with braids spray. I never had to worry about looking cute or messing up my hair in the shower.

When I got closer to college, I started doing more weaves. Braids were tearing up my edges and I still haven't been able to grow them out to the same length as the rest of my hair. Weaves are just as easy as braids and they allow more style options.

It wasn't until this board that I started wearing wigs. I always thought wigs were for old ladies, little did I know they had such cute styles. And they're so inexpensive. If I had known about wigs in college, that would have been all I wore. The only reason I like weaves better is because it forces me to put my hair away for a longer period of time. With wigs I want to play in my hair too much.

Get yourself a wig just to try it out. You will look great! And it's perfect for those bad hair days.
 
msa said:
I thought you wore phony pony's T?
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You're Right msa!:blush:

This Summer I did phony Bunned for the 1st Time! It worked well and helped me Stretch successfully.

Although, honestly, it did get on my last nerve.:look:

Half the time, I was snatching it off and throwing it in my Purse.

So yeah, I guess I am not so "new" to Wearing Alternative Hair.:grin:
 
I am being so lazy today. I still have not rinsed the dc out of my hair.:look: I'll do it before i go to bed. I might try to do another pony tommorrow. I don't know yet.
 
Guys I am so excited for my weave!

Its gonna be this kinda hair!

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msa said:
That's going to be some high maintenance hair...be prepared.
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How so MSA?

Jehan said that since it is virgin remy hair that it shouldn't get tangled. And as long as I don't flat iron it, I don't have to worry about flexi-rod or rollers?

Gimme me the down low! I haven't gotten the hair yet, I have time to change my mind!
 
Charz: Very Nice.:grin: You said you're thinking about keeping it in until February?

So, you said you have about 6 weeks left to treat your hair and get it ready right? So, you'll be DC'ing etc...to get it ready for the Install?

I think it's going to look very nice. WOW ! I can't wait for the big reveal in February/March!:grin:
 
I Just Came Back from a Little Trip to Stashville.:look: Interesting.

I Pulled alot of Open Product and Separated everything out that I want "Gone"

I have a Good Mix of Products for Co-washing, DC'ing, Reconstructors, Leave-Ins & Oil.

So, I should be in good shape to make it to 12.31.09 I have a nice variety of opened stuff. So, I won't be bored with them.

Looking forward in putting it away.:look:
 
IDareT'sHair said:
Charz: Very Nice.:grin: You said you're thinking about keeping it in until February?

So, you said you have about 6 weeks left to treat your hair and get it ready right? So, you'll be DC'ing etc...to get it ready for the Install?

I think it's going to look very nice. WOW ! I can't wait for the big reveal in February/March!:grin:
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Yup to all of the above!

Thanks, I hope that it looks nice! :grin:
 
Charzboss said:
How so MSA?

Jehan said that since it is virgin remy hair that it shouldn't get tangled. And as long as I don't flat iron it, I don't have to worry about flexi-rod or rollers?

Gimme me the down low! I haven't gotten the hair yet, I have time to change my mind!
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Kinky/curly weave hair tends to require the most maintenance, regardless of the quality. Virgin kinky/curly hair is just like the hair many of us have on our heads, and you see how much we do.

If you haven't already, check out bhm weave section and see if there are any reviews on that particular brand of hair. The women there always keep it real about the maintenance their hair requires.
 
msa said:
If you haven't already, check out bhm weave section and see if there are any reviews on that particular brand of hair. The women there always keep it real about the maintenance their hair requires.
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Yeah I already checked them out because of your advice. There is so much information. But Ediese(sp?) used the two brands that I narrowed it down from with BHM reviews. The AAMH Kinky Curly and the HCC (Halley's Creole Curly). But apparently HCC's customer service really sucks.

Kinky hair is supposed to be worse with shedding though, I found out. But this particular hair gets better as time goes by surprisingly, that's what the BHM ladies said. They didn't recommend flat ironing it though.

Well I guess I will learn how to deal with it. I just can't do straight hair because I do not want to be using heat on my front all the time to be able to blend.
 
Charzboss said:
Yeah I already checked them out because of your advice. There is so much information. But Ediese(sp?) used the two brands that I narrowed it down from with BHM reviews. The AAMH Kinky Curly and the HCC (Halley's Creole Curly). But apparently HCC's customer service really sucks.

Kinky hair is supposed to be worse with shedding though, I found out. But this particular hair gets better as time goes by surprisingly, that's what the BHM ladies said. They didn't recommend flat ironing it though.

Well I guess I will learn how to deal with it. I just can't do straight hair because I do not want to be using heat on my front all the time to be able to blend.
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Oh good, I'm glad you're going into with lots of knowledge. If you get the hair early enough I suggest you seal the wefts, that should help reduce the shedding. Some people double seal (seal one day, let it dry, and then seal again). The only problem is if your stylist sews through the wefts or cuts the wefts, then you'll have shedding anyway. Hopefully, your stylist folds the wefts instead of cutting and sews around them because that hair is too expensive to ruin the wefts for one install.

Me personally, I'm saving up for some EPRT hair. I'm planning to stay weaved for at least the next year so I wanted something reusable that would last. I really like kinky straight hair because it's easily blendable and easy to work with. I usually do braidouts, bantu knot outs, or just throw it in a bun. Curly hair is just too much for me, and my hair doesn't actually blend with it.
 
I've been getting braids off & on since college. Braids many times have brought my hair back from the brink. I've always had this continuous cycle where I would protective style with braids. Get my hair back in shape, then slap a relaxer in, let my hair break off, then start the cycle again. I would keep them in my hair for 2 months max. At some point during this transition I may get braids but we shall see.
 
Shay72 said:
OMG this has made a HUGE difference for me. Thanks again, ladies for the advice. I put my hair in 6 plaits tonight for the first time. I had been doing 4.

Im glad it helps you shay. I moisturize, do plaits and prettywrap every night. When i get up i style or leave it alone. I can tell month by month my hair is growing, ive went from 8 plaits to 4, and when i get to 2 i know my hair will be bangin:lachen:.
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