Waist Length Challenge 2015

Celesti said:
Just finished re moisturizing/re-setting my twists. I decided to use Shea butter after moisturizing. For some reason my hair won't hold a twist out. Maybe this is what it was missing. I used to use it regularly in the past, but stopped because my hair didn't really need it for moisture retention. Maybe it's sole purpose for my hair is to give my out-styles defined lasting results. Hope it works out tomorrow! :making a wish:
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Lee us know if this worked!

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My SAA came today. I will be adding it to all of my hair products and hair sprays for my braids. Can't wait to test it out to see what all the hype is about. I ill be back to give an update...
 
This conditioner is the truth for my hair! :heart2:


Daily Defense Morroccan Argan Oil conditioner
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Only 99 cents. I'm in love, and I'm about to go out to stock up on it.
 
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Dcing with Hairitage Hydration Pink Grapefruit Punch under my Hair Therapy Wrap. If I can get two more inches by December, I only have to retain about 4 inches to get to WL next year. I figure with dusting, I will be there by beginning of 2015.
 
DrC said:
This conditioner is the truth for my hair! :heart2:


Daily Defense Morroccan Argan Oil conditioner


Only 99 cents. I'm in love, and I'm about to go out to stock up on it.
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DrC Is it cone-free? I cannot find ingredients anywhere.
 
Ogoma said:
DrC Is it cone-free? I cannot find ingredients anywhere.
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Ogoma

Aqua (Water)Stearyl alcohol, Cetearyl Alcohol, glycerin Behentrimonium chloride, Glycol Stearate, dimethicone, Propylene Glycol, Cetrimonium Bromide, Polysorbate-20, Ceteareth-20, Parfum, Argania Spinoza (Argan) Kernel Oil, (Morroccan Oil), Pathenol, DMDM Hydantoin, aloe Barbedensis, (Aloe) Leaf Extract, Persea Grattisima, (Avocado Oil) MethylchloroIdontknow, MethylisIdontknow.

*Made In Canada.
*Not tested on animals.
 
DrC said:
Ogoma Aqua (Water)Stearyl alcohol, Cetearyl Alcohol, glycerin Behentrimonium chloride, Glycol Stearate, dimethicone, Propylene Glycol, Cetrimonium Bromide, Polysorbate-20, Ceteareth-20, Parfum, Argania Spinoza (Argan) Kernel Oil, (Morroccan Oil), Pathenol, DMDM Hydantoin, aloe Barbedensis, (Aloe) Leaf Extract, Persea Grattisima, (Avocado Oil) MethylchloroIdontknow, MethylisIdontknow. *Made In Canada. *Not tested on animals.
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Thank you so much!
 
MsJamerican said:
My SAA came today. I will be adding it to all of my hair products and hair sprays for my braids. Can't wait to test it out to see what all the hype is about. I ill be back to give an update...
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This stuff is amazing. After I put it in my spray bottle with filter water infused with aloe (from the leaf), I sprayed it on my hair and scalp. I had a smile on my face and all that was running through my head was "Wow, I'll be waist length in no time". I am so happy, lol. My new growth was a soft as a new born babys :rolleyes:....A miracle potion I tell ya!!! :grin:
 
DrC said:
This conditioner is the truth for my hair! :heart2:


Daily Defense Morroccan Argan Oil conditioner
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Only 99 cents. I'm in love, and I'm about to go out to stock up on it.
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This product have some favourable reviews, I'm going first thing in the morning to see if my store carry it. Thanks for posting DrC.
 
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Duchess007 said:
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My hair still shrunk up, in less than an hour this morning! You know I think maybe I'm using too much glycerin. Though my hair feels so moisturized with it, maybe it's getting over moisturized? I don't know :\
 
U did a protein co wash today and don't ask me how, but I forgot my leave in. My hair (ponytail( looked like a puff ball by the night's end.

At least now I know it works....I won't forget it again.
 
DanceOnTheSkylines said:
Ultimate Goal: I used to want WL, but sporting booty braids now makes me want TBL

Regimen: It may change, but at the moment it is to PS in braids for 4-6 weeks (wish I could do 2 months but it feels like my hair matts way before then) Wash bi-weekly (used to do weekly but I'm experimenting) M&S as needed, sleep with a satin scarf or satin pillow case.

How many inches do you have to go to get to WL: Currently my hair is 11-12in and last I checked WL on me is either 16-18 so....I'd say 6 inches even.

Natural/Relaxed/Other: Natural

Tips/Tricks: Finger detangling has significantly decreased my breakage and trimming my ends is something that cannot be neglected for too long

Issues or difficulties you're having: Definitely just sticking to one protective style and leaving my hair alone, but now that I'm working a more demanding Job I don't think it will be a problem anymore.
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Gonna quote my original post as I update.


So far it's been pretty easy to stay in these braids. Whenever I feel bored I simply look up a new style on pinterest that all the ladies are doing with twists/box braids.

Next time I may do my own Havanna twists, they look muuuch easier to install and take down. I just hope they don't get too messy too fast.

This definitely beats doing my hair everyday, which is something I did A LOT this year and I believe that is why I didn't retain the growth I got between dec 2012 till now. Going to avoid the measuring tape until next year on my bday.
 

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I think I'm going to stay away from heat longer than I originally planned. I was planned on ditching heat for about 6 months but I think I will stretch that to a year/year and a half if necessary. I have some nasty breakage in some areas of my head and heat will probably only make it worse.
 
DrC said:
Ogoma Aqua (Water)Stearyl alcohol, Cetearyl Alcohol, glycerin Behentrimonium chloride, Glycol Stearate, dimethicone, Propylene Glycol, Cetrimonium Bromide, Polysorbate-20, Ceteareth-20, Parfum, Argania Spinoza (Argan) Kernel Oil, (Morroccan Oil), Pathenol, DMDM Hydantoin, aloe Barbedensis, (Aloe) Leaf Extract, Persea Grattisima, (Avocado Oil) MethylchloroIdontknow, MethylisIdontknow. *Made In Canada. *Not tested on animals.
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Wow that does sound nice, I've never used straight dimethicone, just lesser variations, how does it feel on your hair? I think I might give this conditioner a shot :)
 
Celesti said:
My hair still shrunk up, in less than an hour this morning! You know I think maybe I'm using too much glycerin. Though my hair feels so moisturized with it, maybe it's getting over moisturized? I don't know :\
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Ugh! Shea makes my hair take longer to dry. Any chance it's still damp? Cuz an hour is crazy fast for it to change on you.

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DrC said:
Ogoma

Aqua (Water)Stearyl alcohol, Cetearyl Alcohol, glycerin Behentrimonium chloride, Glycol Stearate, dimethicone, Propylene Glycol, Cetrimonium Bromide, Polysorbate-20, Ceteareth-20, Parfum, Argania Spinoza (Argan) Kernel Oil, (Morroccan Oil), Pathenol, DMDM Hydantoin, aloe Barbedensis, (Aloe) Leaf Extract, Persea Grattisima, (Avocado Oil) MethylchloroIdontknow, MethylisIdontknow.

*Made In Canada.
*Not tested on animals.
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LOL @ "MethylchloroIdontknow, MethylisIdontknow"

Thanks for that. :-D

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I'm 99% sure I'll be using a sew in as my protective style for MOST of this challenge. I got a sew in this summer, got it redone at the beginning on September and done again yesterday. I tried to take pictures but my phone wasn't taking very good ones yesterday but, it looks like I'm grazing Mid-back length (finally!!!). My hair is a lot of different lengths which doesn't really bother me since it's hidden under a weave. I plan on taking out my sew in the Thursday before Thanksgiving, getting a relaxer the Tuesday before Thanksgiving and then getting my sew in reinstalled the Sunday AFTER thanksgiving. I'll also get a trim then since I haven't had one in probably about 9 months....that will also be a good time to take pics :)
 
Updated regi with products---

Ultimate Goal: HL

Regimen:

Cowash as needed
Hairveda amla cream rinse, Hairveda moisturePro or Moisture 24/7

Deep condition once or twice a week
Hairveda Strinillah

Shampoo as needed 1-2x a month or less
Tressemme deep cleansing shampoo

Moisturize every other day
Hairveda busy izzy moisturizer, Hot Six oil, Shea Moisture mist

ADD --- twice a month Hairveda Methi Sativa two step treatment for shedding

Low heat/low manipulation/protective style
--bun, wig, ponytail

How many inches do you have to go to get to WL: 7-8"

Natural. Just completed two year transition.
 
I may be doing a different PS for a few reasons. One, doing co-washing, and doing a bun just about everyday is too much manipulation. Plus, I will be starting a new job soon to where I won't be able to deal with styling everyday. So I may do braids under a wig, still do the co-washes with the braids in and stick to the rest of my said reggie. Leave in for a few weeks, wash, DC, let rest a few days and do it all again. I think that sounds better.
 
I did a henna treatment using Curly Nikki's abbreviated routine and it is the bomb. Whipped it up before bed and washed it out when I woke up. No all day long process. Now I'm dc'ing and will do my set for the week. I am growing up :lol: no more bandwagons.
 
I think I am going to do a set of crochet braids next week. I am ready for something a little different. Been wearing a wig for a while now. I saw on Youtube crochet braids with kanekalon hair. I really like the look of it so that is what I am going to attempt. I'll post pics if it looks good lol
 
Took out my twists and wore a twist out today. It looks really defined, so I am going to wear it loose then bun it for the next few days.
 
Hair washed, conditioned, and in a bun. I will put in the curlformers when I come back from thanksgiving dinner.
 
uofmpanther said:
I need to be on a no buy till next year, but the PJ in my won't let me. Instead, I'm sticking to deep conditioners and a seamless comb:

- B.A.S.K. Cocao Bark Deep Conditioning Hair Treat
- B.A.S.K. Vanilla Whiskey Reparative Hair Soak
- Hairveda Sitrinilla
- Magic Star Jumbo Rake Comb
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Nice list and not a lot either.. I love the Magic Star Jumbo Rake comb :yep:

prettybyrd said:
I am out of just about everything, so I plan to do a serious haul this season. I need poo bars, conditioner, pomades, oils hair toys, a new denman...so much stuff!

I've been pretty frugal this year after spending an outrageous amount of money on products in 2011-2012. Now that most of that stuff is gone, it's time to start over - sensibly. :grin:
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I am going through this now. I want to use up what I have before purchasing anything more :) or much.

Froreal3 said:
Hairveda:
Vatika Frosting
Almond Glaze

Komaza:
Protein Strengthener (1)
Califia Styling Pudding (1)

Keraveda
Combo Oil in Pumpkin Spice
Henna in Warm Sugar Vanilla

Sage
Darcy’s Pumpkin
Bee Mine Luscious
Oyin Hair Dew

SheScentit:
Cocoa Cream Leave In
Okra Conditioner
Avocado Conditioner
Berry Frosting Butter (whatever it’s called)
Cutie Pie Conditioner Leave in and butter

:look: :grin:
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I love Shescentit products, :) your list looks pretty lush.. I would so love to see your hair stash :grin:

Ogoma said:
Hair washed, conditioned, and in a bun. I will put in the curlformers when I come back from thanksgiving dinner.
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:lick: I miss my curlformers. Soon I will be kissing these braids good bye (5 weeks count down)
 
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