Use 1 Buy 1 Challenge pt.5

flyygirlll2 said:
MHC is expensive. I can't see myself buying another DC unless the sale is steep or it's in a bigger. I will say, at least the type 4 cream will last me a while.
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@flyygirlll2
We use to go in hard on MHC.

It's strange because her scents are nothing to write home about and it's expensive as you know what and her shipping is high.

But I will say her CS is excellent and her shipping is :roadrunner:
 
I'm so annoyed. I just cut about an inch on one small section in the front of my hair. I had knots and various splits on each strand :mad:

I don't know what's causing them. The only time I use a comb is when I wash my hair, unless maybe I'm not being gentle enough. I don't do protein treatments as frequent anymore since I BC'd but perhaps I'll have to increase it to twice a month. These ssk's have truly become problematic and I'm at my wits end with them for real.
 
flyygirlll2 said:
I'm so annoyed. I just cut about an inch on one small section in the front of my hair. I had knots and various splits on each strand :mad:

I don't know what's causing them. The only time I use a comb is when I wash my hair, unless maybe I'm not being gentle enough. I don't do protein treatments as frequent anymore since I BC'd but perhaps I'll have to increase it to twice a month. These ssk's have truly become problematic and I'm at my wits end with them for real.
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@flyygirlll2
I'm still on my regular Protein game.:yep:
 
flyygirlll2 said:
I'm so annoyed. I just cut about an inch on one small section in the front of my hair. I had knots and various splits on each strand :mad:

I don't know what's causing them. The only time I use a comb is when I wash my hair, unless maybe I'm not being gentle enough. I don't do protein treatments as frequent anymore since I BC'd but perhaps I'll have to increase it to twice a month. These ssk's have truly become problematic and I'm at my wits end with them for real.
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:bighug:
Your LCOB M&S game needs to be strong, so your strands can't love on each other. Keep the bottom half of your strands lubed up on a whole nother level.
 
@flyygirlll2 definitely with @MileHighDiva on that one. I don't typically have ssk and other issues, but I do make sure to detangle in the shower, if I can with slippy DC or super slippy rinse out. I finger detangle only. I noticed when I used combs, I would still have tangles.

I make sure to keep the bottom half of my hair extra moisturized by either showing more love with leave in and moisturizer or using pomade. That's what works for me.

I keep protein the same. Right now it's hard protein once a month to 6 weeks or as needed. In between, medium proteins. I do my best not to keep my hair on a strict schedule because there really is no point. There are some things I like and don't like to do (like washing more than 3 days a week) but if something is working, I stick with it and if it's not, or at least not at the moment, I ditch it.
 
Saludable84 said:
@Aggie

Ive nailed down a lot of things. I like to try new things, but will try to stick with staples more often.

Cleansers: Devacurl No-Poo and Decadence, Clay and hopefully APB Cream Cleanser (on good sales)
Protien: NPF and Nexxus Keraphix (both OTG)
DC: APB Moisturizing Conditioner (Sp/F) and Souffle (Su/W), DB PSC (W only), NG (year-round), SM (OTG Back-up)
Leave-in/Moisturizers: Bekura Honey Latte, APB Lotion, SD WB Conditioner, QS Greaseless Moisture. SM LP Detangler (OTG) and Oyin Hair Dew (OTG). QB CTDG and BR (OTG), MHC Buttery Soy.
Butters: MHC Type 4, QB ABCDEFG Butter and Amla, Bekura Palm Tapioca, CRN Almond Jai.

Still need to try: QB Detangling Ghee, Sarenzo, CRN Almond Milk, Bekura Tonga, MHC Honey and Hemp, Jakeala.

I want to give up Bekura, but at the same I dont. Her non-conditioner products are on the middle price spectrum between QB and MHC. Leave-ins, moisturizers and butters take me forever to go through, so I really dont mind waiting for sales.

And, in typical junkie fashion.... Ill still paynah from time to time :look:
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@Saludable84

I really want to try that Devacurl No Poo and Decadence One Conditioner but I hear the Devacare is more moisturizing and that's what I prefer. How does your hair respond to the One Conditioner?

As far as Bekura, I don't think I can do her hair creams and DCs other than the YAM Nectar and Honey Latte. They are my favorite in her line of products so far along with her body souffles/custards. The body lotions are nice but the souffles are even better - very rich and emollient. If you know me, I'm crazy about emollient products both for my hair and for my body:yep:.
 
Aggie said:
@Saludable84

I really want to try that Devacurl No Poo and Decadence One Conditioner but I hear the Devacare is more moisturizing and that's what I prefer. How does your hair respond to the One Conditioner?

As far as Bekura, I don't think I can do her hair creams and DCs other than the YAM Nectar and Honey Latte. They are my favorite in her line of products so far along with her body souffles/custards. The body lotions are nice but the souffles are even better - very rich and emollient. If you know me, I'm crazy about emollient products both for my hair and for my body:yep:.
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I only tried DevaCare Low Poo and didn't care for it. Care is for color treated hair. No Poo Original and No Poo Decadence I love but the original has mint which burns my eyes. It's the only reason I will keep a small bottle, but not a liter size. I have not tried the one conditioner because to me it's high priced rinse out, but I'm sure it's good.

With Bekura, I like her non conditioner stuff and body stuff more than her VW and YAM. YAM will take me forever to use. VW I love, but SSI is an easy replacement. Cheaper too. Her body products are way better. She's a great vendor, but without a good sale, I probably won't buy as much.
 
@MileHighDiva @Saludable84 Yeah, I'm putting more butters and oil on the last 3 inches of my hair. Since my hair is coily, it's more ssk and tangle prone. I just finished spending 2 hours twisting my hair smh. I wore it out today but after I got home, I was reminded why I leave my hair up in twists. I need to find a happy medium.


Speaking on Decadence One No Poo Cleanser and Conditioner, I used both again about 2 weeks ago and my hair felt a little hard after using them. I did use the No Poo before without an issue so I thought it was weird. When I looked at the ingredients again, I noticed it has Quinoa protein. I put them aside for now.
 
Saludable84 said:
I only tried DevaCare Low Poo and didn't care for it. Care is for color treated hair. No Poo Original and No Poo Decadence I love but the original has mint which burns my eyes. It's the only reason I will keep a small bottle, but not a liter size. I have not tried the one conditioner because to me it's high priced rinse out, but I'm sure it's good.

With Bekura, I like her non conditioner stuff and body stuff more than her VW and YAM. YAM will take me forever to use. VW I love, but SSI is an easy replacement. Cheaper too. Her body products are way better. She's a great vendor, but without a good sale, I probably won't buy as much.
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I too agree with the bolded. I have not pulled out my VW as yet so have no idea how my hair will respond to that one. The Cocoa Bark was okay and felt a little strengthening on my hair but not good enough that I would consider it a repurchase item. Yes :yep: I do love her body products too.
 
flyygirlll2 said:
@MileHighDiva @Saludable84 Yeah, I'm putting more butters and oil on the last 3 inches of my hair. Since my hair is coily, it's more ssk and tangle prone. I just finished spending 2 hours twisting my hair smh. I wore it out today but after I got home, I was reminded why I leave my hair up in twists. I need to find a happy medium.


Speaking on Decadence One No Poo Cleanser and Conditioner, I used both again about 2 weeks ago and my hair felt a little hard after using them. I did use the No Poo before without an issue so I thought it was weird. When I looked at the ingredients again, I noticed it has Quinoa protein. I put them aside for now.
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Are you clarifying your hair often enough to take on the many products you are using on your hair @flyygirlll2?
 
@flyygirlll2 both the no poo original and decadence contain protein. Original contains wheat amino acids and decadence contains quinoa protein. I just did a protein treatment so I'm expecting the hard hair, but you may need to revisit depending on issues needing to be addressed now. I've also noticed now using the no poo, I can only use them alone. Meaning, clarify and just use them in between. I can use clay depending on the build up, but that's about it.

I've seen a bigger difference in moisture levels since doing this.
 
@flyygirlll2
Early in my journey I had that same issue. What I realized is that my hair needs protein. Not necessarily a protein treatment, but some form of consistent protein. Once I started ensuring that at least one of the products I applied after my wash routine contained protein, the issue resolved for me. I still use protein DC's once or twice a month as well and only do a hard protein treatment like Aphogee as needed ( which has been like once or twice a year ).
 
@Saludable84 I'll clarify next time before using them again since I didn't encounter that issue the first time I used them. I have to get back to my clay washes. I use Naturalicious Rhassoul Clay which I think is great.

@curlyhersheygirl I think you're right about using some form of consistent protein. I have been avoiding using leave in's with protein because I thought it might contribute to making my hair feel dry. I did purchase the Supermane Cuticle Repair leave in from Komaza which does contain protein. I might start using it for my next wash.
 
@Saludable84 Yeah, I'm still trying to figure out a regimen. I want to alternate between clay washing and cleansing conditioners. I will use shampoo only when needed. I will also use a protein leave in to help combat the issues with my ends.

I'm set with mouisturiser and sealants at this point for the fall/winter.
 
curlyhersheygirl said:
Early in my journey I had that same issue. What I realized is that my hair needs protein. Not necessarily a protein treatment, but some form of consistent protein. Once I started ensuring that at least one of the products I applied after my wash routine contained protein, the issue resolved for me. I still use protein DC's once or twice a month as well and only do a hard protein treatment like Aphogee as needed ( which has been like once or twice a year ).
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@curlyhersheygirl

:goodpost:

Yeah, I am a consistent protein user in some capacity. Either Protein, a Reconstructor or something.


flyygirlll2 said:
I think you're right about using some form of consistent protein.
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@flyygirlll2
:yep:
 
Monday was my 21st day with the xcel 21. I can't tell if it accelerated my hair growth. I didn't think to take before pix or measure, before I started using it.

I've only been applying it once daily, but heavily when I do. I had to crack open my second bottle at 2 1/2 weeks. I only ordered two, because I didn't want to have a huge supply of something that might agitate my scalp. Happy to report that I haven't had any scalp issues. Therefore, I need to re-up enough to make it through the end of the year.

I have a head full of henna right now, so it'll be easier to ascertain if it's accelerating my growth after my next 21 day cycle. I'll use my grays as an indicator like @curlyhersheygirl. That way I will not have to straighten and measure etc.
 
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