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GettingKinky said:
Have you tried the Felicia leatherwood brush? It’s great at removing shed hair. I use it when my hair is full of conditioner and it works really well. It gets tons of shed hair out.
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I have a Denman and a bamboo brush. :look: I'm just lazy and don't take the time.

When I washed over the weekend, I used a bunch of products I don't really like but wanted to get rid of - a Mane Choice hair mask and Jane Carter curls to go gel - and I did a full detangle in sections after I put in my leave in (ETA: Camille Rose honey leave in). My hair definitely in better condition today.

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Hi All!

It's still a little surreal that I'm posting in this thread now as I've been relaxed for pretty much all my life; transitioned for 13 mos, big chopped in June and wore my first wash and go ever about a week ago. Literally re-learning my hair all over again and as a product junkie, I thought it was a rabbit hole for relaxed hair products... It's even worse for natural hair products I'm now seeing. I've already purchased 3 different gels and I have so many more on my list that I wanna try, lol. Anywhoo...

I tried Camille Rose Honey leave in, Aunt Jackie's Dont Shrink and DE Curl Enhancing Foam for my first wash n go - I loved the results but I would've liked a bit more definition; I also think I didn't use enough product.

My current wash n go is Adwoa Leave in and Wetline Xtreme Gel - AMAZING definition but it caused serious shrinkage due to the definition. Wondering what I could use to get definition and elongation?
 
outspokenwallflower said:
Hi All!

It's still a little surreal that I'm posting in this thread now as I've been relaxed for pretty much all my life; transitioned for 13 mos, big chopped in June and wore my first wash and go ever about a week ago. Literally re-learning my hair all over again and as a product junkie, I thought it was a rabbit hole for relaxed hair products... It's even worse for natural hair products I'm now seeing. I've already purchased 3 different gels and I have so many more on my list that I wanna try, lol. Anywhoo...

I tried Camille Rose Honey leave in, Aunt Jackie's Dont Shrink and DE Curl Enhancing Foam for my first wash n go - I loved the results but I would've liked a bit more definition; I also think I didn't use enough product.

My current wash n go is Adwoa Leave in and Wetline Xtreme Gel - AMAZING definition but it caused serious shrinkage due to the definition. Wondering what I could use to get definition and elongation?
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Congrats on your big chop!!

Yeah the number of gels/curl creams/foams available is a bit overwhelming. I was on the verge of becoming a product junkie for the first time ever when I started wearing wash n gos. Now I’ve narrowed it down to a few combos I like and I try not to stray.
 
GettingKinky said:
@Britt when you used KCCC + ICH did you use the KCKT?

I’m so intrigued by this combo. But then I would have to go back to diluting my KCCC which is a little bit of a pain. I had gone back to using it full strength.
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Nooo, i didn't. I know they say it's supposed to be used together but sometimes I find that even using a small amount of the kckt causes pilling. Maybe I'd have to use a more diluted amount? There's no way I could use KCKT as the styler/base... that doesn't work, I would have to use a lot of the KCC on top. I got a wide mouthed applicator bottle which makes it easy to take a few spoons of KCC to add to the bottle and then add some water.
 
I think I've found my favorite gel. Aunt Jackie's Ice Curls. I've gotten nothing but compliments since using it. I've been using Camille Rose Curl Love Moisture Milk under it. I plan to try some other leave-in's/moisturizers under it to see if I get the same results. Trying to make sure I wash my hair every 5-6 days.

Also, the shingling method has really made my curls look extra good. It takes a long time to do but it's worth the hassle.
 
Wash day!!!

My inner sense wash and go has not lasted. It has more shrinkage after 4 days and 4 workouts than it should.

My hair dryer finally arrived, so I’ll go back to uncle funky’s and mousse def tonight.

I think from now on I’ll alternate uncle funky’s and mousse def, or quiet calm curl control, I create hold and mousse def.
 
outspokenwallflower said:
Hi All, I have a question - what method do y'all use to refresh wash n go's?
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How long is your hair?

My hair is short so I do refresh. I refresh twist because I'm trying to do my hair once a week since it is so cool. The first refresh is usually day 3. While in the shower I let the mist hit my hair and before I get out. I wet my hands, shake out the excess water and then just squeeze my hair to get some water into it. The second refresh is after I have lost quite a bit of moisture. I bought the UFD revitalizer spray. I spritz a bit of that to add more glycerin in my hair. Then I do the same hand moisturizing thing.
 
faithVA said:
How long is your hair?

My hair is short so I do refresh. I refresh twist because I'm trying to do my hair once a week since it is so cool. The first refresh is usually day 3. While in the shower I let the mist hit my hair and before I get out. I wet my hands, shake out the excess water and then just squeeze my hair to get some water into it. The second refresh is after I have lost quite a bit of moisture. I bought the UFD revitalizer spray. I spritz a bit of that to add more glycerin in my hair. Then I do the same hand moisturizing thing.
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Thank you! It's pretty short currently; I big chopped in June (into a bob, about an inch or 2 below the chin when straight) so it may be about an inch longer since then. It's a short curly fro, and I'd say 4c curl pattern.
 
The Mane Choice 24k gel might not be good for wash and gos. Not coming out as defined as I liked.

My stylist left the salon she's been in since I've gone to her to be on her own. I immediately booked an appointment and will cancel my other one.
 
OhTall1 said:
I have a Denman and a bamboo brush. :look: I'm just lazy and don't take the time.

When I washed over the weekend, I used a bunch of products I don't really like but wanted to get rid of - a Mane Choice hair mask and Jane Carter curls to go gel - and I did a full detangle in sections after I put in my leave in (ETA: Camille Rose honey leave in). My hair definitely in better condition today.

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Cute!!!! Look's great!
 
outspokenwallflower said:
Hi All!

It's still a little surreal that I'm posting in this thread now as I've been relaxed for pretty much all my life; transitioned for 13 mos, big chopped in June and wore my first wash and go ever about a week ago. Literally re-learning my hair all over again and as a product junkie, I thought it was a rabbit hole for relaxed hair products... It's even worse for natural hair products I'm now seeing. I've already purchased 3 different gels and I have so many more on my list that I wanna try, lol. Anywhoo...

I tried Camille Rose Honey leave in, Aunt Jackie's Dont Shrink and DE Curl Enhancing Foam for my first wash n go - I loved the results but I would've liked a bit more definition; I also think I didn't use enough product.

My current wash n go is Adwoa Leave in and Wetline Xtreme Gel - AMAZING definition but it caused serious shrinkage due to the definition. Wondering what I could use to get definition and elongation?
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I did something similar. I used the Adowa leave-in plus a mix of Ecostyler and UFD Curly Magic. It shrank something fierce, but I pineappled the snot out of my hair that night - the next day defined elongated hair. If your hair is very short, maybe instead of 1 pineapple to lots of small ones? I also pineapple every night to maintain it.
 
outspokenwallflower said:
Thank you! It's pretty short currently; I big chopped in June (into a bob, about an inch or 2 below the chin when straight) so it may be about an inch longer since then. It's a short curly fro, and I'd say 4c curl pattern.
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OK. Sounds like our hair is similar. I just sleep on a satin pillow case. At this length, I found no difference sleeping with a buff or a satin cap. It is still smashed in the morning. I don't touch it first thing in the morning. The first day or two after I CCS (cleanse, condition, set), I find that my hair will fluff a bit without my touching it. But once it gets to a point where it doesn't bounce back initially that's when I start adding just a little water as I mentioned before.

Today, my hair needs to really be cleansed again but I'm not ready. So I spritz heavy with a water bottle, then use a plastic cap for 10 minutes or so and then I stretch it to where I want it.

My hair only lasts about 3 to 4 days but I stretch it to longer. But I notice that as my hair gets a little more length, my style lasts a little longer.
 
toaster said:
I traveled home for a baby shower and will have to quarantine when I get back. Quarantine and my regular life these past 6-7 months are basically the same thing. My job is remote until January.

Loulou posted a “hydration challenge” and I’m tempted to do it for the week I’m home.

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I’ve seen her challenge. If I knew for sure I could stay home for 7 days straight I would try it. It’s way simpler than MHM
 
GettingKinky said:
I’ve seen her challenge. If I knew for sure I could stay home for 7 days straight I would try it. It’s way simpler than MHM
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The only reason I’m undecided is I think I’d go through a ton of conditioner and that Innersense is expensive!

I’ll be home for 14 days anyway.
 
My one month digital salon membership expired!

I feel like I learned a ton in that short amount of time, but there’s always more to learn.

The only reason I’m hesitant to sign up again is the new push to pair with a stylist. I had an appointment with a stylist made before I ever joined, and will continue to see a stylist on a quarterly basis.

I’m just worried they will share less information and every answer will be “see a stylist.”
 
toaster said:
Ooh setting under the dryer might be a game changer! I sat under the dryer when I got my hair cut, but then her hands were all in my hair to perfect the cut.

I sat under tonight for an hour. It’s still damp on the inside and the ends, but it looks good so far.

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looks really elongated and defined.... how did it look once fully dry?
 
OhTall1 said:
I have a Denman and a bamboo brush. :look: I'm just lazy and don't take the time.

When I washed over the weekend, I used a bunch of products I don't really like but wanted to get rid of - a Mane Choice hair mask and Jane Carter curls to go gel - and I did a full detangle in sections after I put in my leave in (ETA: Camille Rose honey leave in). My hair definitely in better condition today.

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love the look of your wash and go with the scarf
 
Ok, I'm finally back after an unintentionally long hiatus.

I've actually gone back to the basics this time around.
I'm keeping it as simple as possible while still attempting to maintain a healthy hair regimen.
It's a little experimental, as far as styling product(s) go, but that's about it.


Prior to washing, I used As I Am JBCO Water in the place of regular water in a spray bottle.
I use this now when I'm doing my scalp (spot) treatments.
I followed with iQ Natural JBCO Lavender Scent Cold-Pressed Oil (blended with the actual Lavender Essential Oil).
It has a very strong scent!
I do mean proceed with caution!
It's a heavily fragrant Lavender, that leans less-floral than it does straight up perfume-y.
I use this oil to spot treat the areas of extreme density loss, breakage, and other random trouble spots.

I sprayed all-over again with the As I Am JBCO water.
Then, I followed up with the Not Your Mother's Naturals Sicilian Blood Orange & Black Currant conditioner as my main detangling product.
Split my hair down the middle, used the conditioner to detangle, and tackle the matting at my roots, then braided up the 1st section.
Next, repeated the same steps to finish up the other side of my hair.
Finally, covered both sections with a plastic conditioning cap.

So this is a very time consuming method for me!
I do make sure to do this all, when I can actually afford to do so.

I don't recommend trying to fit this into an already time-restricted/extremely-limited schedule.

I cleansed my hair with Honey's Handmade Pumpkin & Safflower Apple Butter Co-Wash.
It's perfectly scented for Autumn!
Does have the natural Soap Root cleansing ingredient.
Great slip!
It's tad thick, but a little goes a long way.
I sectioned my hair into six sections, from the original 2 braids on either side of my head.

I've had to do re-do how I do everything!
I no longer use high-slip, heavy products in the shower for detangling my hair.
Honestly I'm amazed that I caught onto the issue in time!
I apparently have more fine strands than the previous estimated amount.
As much I as I don't like light-weight products. I can now understand why some people might gravitate towards such products.
The amount of weight, plus my overly-rough detangling methods, were causing increased breakage!

I've since adjusted the amount of heavier products I use now.

While slowly growing through so much of my hair product stash...
Choosing to use the gels/mousse styling products for the days that:
I'm actually going out,
Possibly out in a vastly different climate, etc.


Afterwards, I used Nature's Little Secret Rose Hydrating Conditioner as my dc.
Turns out that wasn't necessary, could've just skipped this tbqh.
I find the Honey's Handmade Co-Wash to be more moisturizing, than the NLS Rose Hydrating Conditioner.
Definitely, an interesting change of events.

I'm still on the fence about using hair clips to keep my hair sectioned off, as long as my hair is properly detangled, I can easily just Bantu-Knot off the section.

Anyways...

I skipped the leave-in.

Lately, I've been loving this new, creme-moisturizing styling product.

I re-wet my still sectioned off hair.

Using luke-warm water in a spray bottle.
I re-wet each section prior to applying the Jazz Up My Curlz Grapeseed Buttercream (with Cold-Pressed Grapeseed Oil & Shea Butter).
I'm currently air-drying my hair.

This has great slip!
With a nice cake batter scent.
It's not too strong upon application, lingers a bit, but doesn't stay strong.
It will re-appear when refreshing (even with water).
It's a thick, creamy consistency.
More of a creamier, whipped-buttery product, than anything else.
However, it's still light & airy.

I've long noticed a long standing problem with my particular hair.
No matter how thoroughly I've detangled and sectioned off my hair.
By the time I get around to styling it... There's still tangles, extra shed hair, & matting at the roots.
I can't stand it, personally.
But I'm begrudgingly, beginning, to accept this as the nature of my hair.


For references:

Low density, thin hair.
Medium porosity (with a area of low porosity in front/bangs).
S. majority curls, with some O. curls, and a few randomly scattered L. curls.
Majority medium &, more than previously guessed at, fine strands scattered throughout.
Satiny texture,
Afro-textured/Kinky-Curly? <.< (I'm still on the fence about how to truly categorize my multi-textured hair).
3b/3c (with a few random 2c/3a)
 
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