Wash And Go, To Grow And To Dazzle 2020 Challenge

[faithVA]

I tried the shampoo brush. I’m never planning to try and detangle with shampoo, so I didn’t use it until I had my hair soaked in conditioner. Surprisingly I liked it for detangling. The bristles are just a tad shorter than on my wet brush, but it worked very well. I have the flimsy cheap shampoo brush with lots of little plastic bristles.

I also used it to smooth my gel in while I was styling. I have to see how it dries to see if it was worth the extra step versus just raking with my fingers.

You guys know my wash and go always looks the same, so we’ll see in about an hour.

Did you use a topper? Did you use the brush before or after the topper.

 

[toaster]

Did you use a topper? Did you use the brush before or after the topper.

I applied curly magic to one section of my hair, split that section into a 1/6 section, applied earthtones gel (I guess my topper?) and then used the shampoo brush, raked it through my hair, then I did one last smooth just with my fingers. Then I moved on to the next 2/6 section. Did that in the 3 sections all over my head, so I used the shampoo brush on 18 total sections.

 

[faithVA]

I applied curly magic to one section of my hair, split that section into a 1/6 section, applied earthtones gel (I guess my topper?) and then used the shampoo brush, raked it through my hair, then I did one last smooth just with my fingers. Then I moved on to the next 2/6 section. Did that in the 3 sections all over my head, so I used the shampoo brush on 18 total sections.

OK. Just wanted to understand. Yeah, anything that goes over your 1st gel I'm calling a topper.

 

[toaster]

All dry now! Hair looks the same but definitely shrunk up more than usual. I guess that means my curls are extra defined?

No noticeable difference in shine of my hair either.

Will continue to use for detangling, but probably not during the styling phase.

Fun experiment!

 

[faithVA]

I did quite a few things differently so not sure what is going on with my wash and go today. I put my part on the right side. I liked it when it was wet but not when it dried. Someone recommended I swoop the front, which I did. But that last only while it is wet and before I shake it. Once I shake it, it is unswoopable I think I should try shingling, no shaking and then drying to see if my hair will stay down.

It isn't super frizzy but it isn't defined either. Not sure what to make of it.

 

[GettingKinky]

Conditioner definitely makes a difference. Here is my hair one week apart. I used the same shampoo and styler but on the left is Deva Decadence conditioner and the right is Innersense Color Radiance conditioner. My hair is much fluffier with decadence and it barely lasted for 2 days.

 

[GettingKinky]

@faithVA I think you idea to try doing your hair without shaking is a good one. Aeleise said only certain hair types are shakers- otherwise it causes frizz. But I don’t think she ever said which type works well with shaking.

 

[toaster]

I like the part and the swoop @faithVA !!

@GettingKinky so interesting that just changing conditioner impacts the hairstyle!

 

[Bette Davis Eyes]

Curl daze is from a YT influencer. I can’t think of her name but these two products are nice.

now I cheated and only did the front of my hair so we shall see.
I cowashed with Keracare Curl Essence Cowash and then used the conditioner for a few minutes. Rinsed out and applied the gel styler, which is the Glossy Shine Gel and then topped it with the creamy styler, the Creamy curl styler.

they both smell delicious. Both have weight. And went on smooth.

 

[faithVA]

@faithVA I think you idea to try doing your hair without shaking is a good one. Aeleise said only certain hair types are shakers- otherwise it causes frizz. But I don’t think she ever said which type works well with shaking.

@faithVA I think you idea to try doing your hair without shaking is a good one. Aeleise said only certain hair types are shakers- otherwise it causes frizz. But I don’t think she ever said which type works well with shaking.

Yeah, I'm definitely going to try it. Today, is the first time that I shingled and it actually worked. That little extra inch must make a difference

But it actually got more defined as it dried. My roots aren't extra defined but the rest of my hair is a bunch of little spring coils. Go figure!

 

[faithVA]

I like the part and the swoop @faithVA !!

@GettingKinky so interesting that just changing conditioner impacts the hairstyle!

Thank You @toaster.

 

[faithVA]

Curl daze is from a YT influencer. I can’t think of her name but these two products are nice.

now I cheated and only did the front of my hair so we shall see.
I cowashed with Keracare Curl Essence Cowash and then used the conditioner for a few minutes. Rinsed out and applied the gel styler, which is the Glossy Shine Gel and then topped it with the creamy styler, the Creamy curl styler.

they both smell delicious. Both have weight. And went on smooth.

It gave you nice waves.

 

[Nightingale]

For today's wash, I used Innersense Hydrating Hairbath to cleanse my hair, followed by ITDF Intense Moisture Hair Cream to condition and detangle. After rinsing the conditioner out, I took my time applying my base gel and water. I divided my hair into quarters and did not move on to the next section until my hair felt "right". That process alone took 10-15 minutes, but now that I have a better idea of how much product I need, I expect it to be much faster next wash day.

Currently, I'm letting my hair air dry a little before adding the Earthtones Max gel (Abena/Embrace Natural Beauty's method with this product). Last wash, I didn't have bad results when I applied it immediately to wet hair, but my goal is to see if I can get more definition and longevity by applying it to damp hair.

 

[Nightingale]

@faithVA I think you idea to try doing your hair without shaking is a good one. Aeleise said only certain hair types are shakers- otherwise it causes frizz. But I don’t think she ever said which type works well with shaking.

I believe she said that those with coils/curls could shake, but those with waves should sway. My hair is more tight waves than curls and Sonnie had me sway.

 

[faithVA]

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I believe she said that those with coils/curls could shake, but those with waves should sway. My hair is more tight waves than curls and Sonnie had me sway.

That is what I thought she said as well. I'm going to try it both ways and see what the difference is. I know I shake at the salon.

 

[Bette Davis Eyes]

It gave you nice waves.

If it’s so weighted that my curls turn into waves that’s my sign that once the curls start drying, it’s gonna be a good styler. @faithVA

 

[faithVA]

If it’s so weighted that my curls turn into waves that’s my sign that once the curls start drying, it’s gonna be a good styler. @faithVA

hmm, Never thought about that. I need to think about that and start paying attention to before and after. Thanks!

 

[Nightingale]

For today's wash, I used Innersense Hydrating Hairbath to cleanse my hair, followed by ITDF Intense Moisture Hair Cream to condition and detangle. After rinsing the conditioner out, I took my time applying my base gel and water. I divided my hair into quarters and did not move on to the next section until my hair felt "right". That process alone took 10-15 minutes, but now that I have a better idea of how much product I need, I expect it to be much faster next wash day.

Currently, I'm letting my hair air dry a little before adding the Earthtones Max gel (Abena/Embrace Natural Beauty's method with this product). Last wash, I didn't have bad results when I applied it immediately to wet hair, but my goal is to see if I can get more definition and longevity by applying it to damp hair.

After almost 2 hours my hair was still very wet. I applied Earthtones anyway and sat under the dryer and used the diffuser on the length and ends. I could immediately tell that this set wouldn't be any different from the last set.

So I stood up and diffused for about 15 minutes. Then applied more Earthtones to my damp hair in large sections. I'd already wasted 2 hours, so was in a hurry. I could immediately see the difference. My hair had less frizz, was heavily weighed down, and more shiny. I'm back under the dryer now and can feel that I'm getting a firmer cast than before as well.

Next wash, I'm going to go straight from shower to dryer. Let dry for 15-30 minutes, apply Earthtones to the damp hair, then complete drying.

 

[colorful_coils]

@faithVA I think you idea to try doing your hair without shaking is a good one. Aeleise said only certain hair types are shakers- otherwise it causes frizz. But I don’t think she ever said which type works well with shaking.

Oh, I didn't know that! Always thought that everyone was supposed to shake. I get the feeling that my hair would do better without shaking, so I'll give that a try next time I do my hair.

 

[colorful_coils]

I believe she said that those with coils/curls could shake, but those with waves should sway. My hair is more tight waves than curls and Sonnie had me sway.

What does she define as waves? My hair is Type 4, but it's "wavy" in the sense that it's S-shaped and not O-shaped. Shaking seems to add frizz for me, so that may be why.

 

[GGsKin]

What does she define as waves? My hair is Type 4, but it's "wavy" in the sense that it's S-shaped and not O-shaped. Shaking seems to add frizz for me, so that may be why.

My hair tends to have more waves than curls. Shaking never worked for me. It leads to tangles and frizz.

 

[Nightingale]

What does she define as waves? My hair is Type 4, but it's "wavy" in the sense that it's S-shaped and not O-shaped. Shaking seems to add frizz for me, so that may be why.

Waves are exactly as you described. S-shaped rather than O-shaped.

 

[faithVA]

Slept with just the satin pillow case and my hair was flattened as usual. I let it sit for an hour and it puffed back out, which I love. So I just had to do a flight fluff to get it presentable. I will skip the buffs, bonnets and caps and try them again when the satin pillow case no longer works.

 

[toaster]

You know I always avoided sleeping on a satin pillowcase with my hair out because I was worried the oil from my hair products would get on my skin and cause acne.

But the products I use now don’t have oils... I’m going to try that soon!

 

[Bette Davis Eyes]

Curl daze has nice stylers. You don’t have to use both together. I think if you use the gel styler there would be more hold. Using the creamy styler on top made for a super soft hold that mushed to my head last night but fluffed back out. In the future I’ll try the gel styler by itself.
Both have great curl definition but for me my type 4 are S curls and over time as the hair loosens up they pop into O coils except for the very front which is my loose area even when I keep trimming my bangs.

Price point. I wouldn’t buy without a sale but I like the performance enough to try the rest of the line if she grows it. There is a moisture cream but no cleanser and conditioner currently.

I can’t ever get good pictures unless I’m in some good light at night but here’s a second day picture after wearing a hat.

 

[GettingKinky]

Curl daze has nice stylers. You don’t have to use both together. I think if you use the gel styler there would be more hold. Using the creamy styler on top made for a super soft hold that mushed to my head last night but fluffed back out. In the future I’ll try the gel styler by itself.
Both have great curl definition but for me my type 4 are S curls and over time as the hair loosens up they pop into O coils except for the very front which is my loose area even when I keep trimming my bangs.

Price point. I wouldn’t buy without a sale but I like the performance enough to try the rest of the line if she grows it. There is a moisture cream but no cleanser and conditioner currently.

I can’t ever get good pictures unless I’m in some good light at night but here’s a second day picture after wearing a hat.

my hair is like yours it starts out S curls and the turns into Os. I like the Os, but of course that means more shrinkage.

 

[GettingKinky]

This morning I was looking for an old (2 years ago) picture of my backyard. As I was scrolling through my pictures I of course passed a ton of hair pictures. My hair is definitely getting longer, but progress is slooooooow.

 

[GettingKinky]

I got an email from Innersense and they have the 32 oz ICH back in stock. A month ago I was desperate to add one to my supply, but now I think I’ll stick to jello shot as my topper. I like supporting black business.
I REALLY don’t want to become a PJ, but I’m very curious about how their orange marmalade compares to UFD.

 

[faithVA]

I ordered 3 travel size light weight conditioners from Ulta. I will pick them up on Saturday. I ordered a Deva Curl, Pureology and the Pattern.

I also ordered the shower brushes from Amazon. I think they get here Sunday.

I plan to redo my hair on Saturday, because I really want to keep my resets to day 3 or 4.

But my day 3 hair is still looking good. It is squashed but the definition is still there. And my bang is still sort of hanging

 

[GettingKinky]

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I ordered 3 travel size light weight conditioners from Ulta. I will pick them up on Saturday. I ordered a Deva Curl, Pureology and the Pattern.

I also ordered the shower brushes from Amazon. I think they get here Sunday.

I plan to redo my hair on Saturday, because I really want to keep my resets to day 3 or 4.

But my day 3 hair is still looking good. It is squashed but the definition is still there. And my bang is still sort of hanging

Woo hoo!!