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toaster said:
No, actually! Mid-November I purchased kinky curly knot today and curling custard and I haven’t looked back. For me, the key is applying a lot of the knot today, adding water, and then using minimal amounts of the curling custard. I get really defined curls that last for days. It also rinses really easily in my opinion and experience.
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Do you add the knot today leave in in sections and then use the KCC?
 
Britt said:
Do you add the knot today leave in in sections and then use the KCC?
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I do my hair in 3 sections (two in the back, one in the front). Wash day kind of looks like this:

Shampoo section 1, rinse, condition section 1, detangle, twist and pin it up.

Shampoo section 2, condition section 2, detangle, twist and pin it up.

Shampoo section 3, condition section 3, detangle, twist and pin it up.

Actually take a shower.

Unpin section 1, rinse conditioner out, apply knot today, run section 1 under water again, part 1/6 of section 1 and clip 5/6 away, apply curling custard to this subsection, part the next 1/6 of the subsection, apply curling custard, continue until the entire section 1 has curling custard applied, this might be key but I then take another small dollop of curling custard and apply to the entire section, so it’s basically just around the outer layer of the section, clip it out of the way.

I do the same for the other 2 sections of my hair and then my wash and go is done! The front section I put my part in after I apply the knot today and before I do the curling custard.

I do all of this in the shower with a shower mirror and it takes me an hour to complete.

So I apply the knot today in 3 sections and the curling custard in 18 sections.
 
toaster said:
No, actually! Mid-November I purchased kinky curly knot today and curling custard and I haven’t looked back. For me, the key is applying a lot of the knot today, adding water, and then using minimal amounts of the curling custard. I get really defined curls that last for days. It also rinses really easily in my opinion and experience.
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I just used this combo last wash. I apply them a little differently but still top 2 combo.

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metro_qt said:
Stuck at home bored.... (We're in another lockdown here)
So here are some 'current' pics of my hair...
Photo of my last wash n go... Back in Oct
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And photo of how me and my hair usually roll...

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I'm cheesed because my hair is now 3 years old and I don't think it's going to hang past my chin...

I just want a wash n go that hangs at or passed my shoulders... Is that too much to ask?

The shrinkage is real.
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Woo I do not know how I missed this but I love your hair colour and texture!!
You have such a friendly, contagious smile :)
 
toaster said:
No, actually! Mid-November I purchased kinky curly knot today and curling custard and I haven’t looked back. For me, the key is applying a lot of the knot today, adding water, and then using minimal amounts of the curling custard. I get really defined curls that last for days. It also rinses really easily in my opinion and experience.
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I bought more kinky curly custard when I was having a hard time finding ICH. I may give it one more try, but it always made my hair stringy. I must have been using too much.
Do you get a gel cast with it?
 
I like the ICH on my hair but I feel like I'm wasting it when just sitting around the house. I tried my hair without it and it isn't a good idea :lol: At least not at this length. My hair definitely does better with the botanical as the first layer and the "plastic" gel as the topper.

I started thinking about previous years when I tried wash and goes and remember that I liked Aunt Jackie's Don't Shrink. I picked up a small jar of it from the grocery store yesterday. I love that I can get it on the ground and I can get it for about $7. I figured even it if didn't work it was only $7.

Today I started with a clean state. I shampooed twice with Elucence Moisturizing shampoo. I used Kirkland's Moisturizing conditioner. I applied the UFD in the shower. Outside of the shower I applied a similar amount of AJ's Don't Shrink as I would the ICH and then smoothed it in. I then shook my hair. I was going to let it go but my hair wasn't look quite right to me. So I took another handful of AJ's Don't Shrink and worked it through. This time it looked much better. I am still learning that I need it to look a certain way and not be concerned with the amount.

One thing I like about it my hair didn't drip at all. My hair drips for a while with the ICH. It seems like it might actually dry without my having to use a dryer. AJ's Don't Shrink is a flaxseed gel. My hair doesn't like flaxseed gels as the first layer but it seems to be OK as the topper. So far it doesn't look dull. I will need for it to completely dry and I sleep on it to see if it flakes and whether I can get second day hair.

It is beyond 30 days and I STILL hate the edging around my ears :lol: But it is better than it was in early December. I will definitely let her know to NEVER do that again.

I plan to take pictures tomorrow assuming my hair last. If it doesn't last I will do my hair again next week with the ICH and take pictures.

Happy Holiday's everyone!
 
Merry Christmas Everyone!!!

I'm finally back, with another leave-in/hair lotion combo.


After using GF Sleek & Shine Fortifying Conditioner as my detangling agent/co-wash.
Clarified my hair with Curly Hair Solutions Energizing Shampoo.
Followed by Alikay Naturals Avocado Cream Moisture Repairing Mask as my anti-shedding/strengthening d/c.

(On wet-to-damp hair) I smoothed Garnier Fructis Sleek & Shine Intensely Smooth Leave-in, then re-sectioned my hair.

(On damp hair) I raked, then smoothed Miss Jessie's Multicultural Curls Styling Lotion onto each section.
A dab of Xtreme Clear Gel on my edges.
As my sealant/finisher, the GF Sleek & Shine Anti-Frizz Serum.
I'm currently air-drying my hair.


Ok, so the wet/damp mix test was great with the GF leave-in, MJ's Multicultural Curls, & the GF Anti-Frizz Serum.

However, it was a little iffy after adding Xtreme Clear gel to the mix.
I decided to chance it, anyways! :scratchchin:
 
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Looks great @faithVA

I’ve seen a lot of YouTube videos on aunt Jackie’s products.

I have a nearly full ICH that just sits in my shower. Will use it up eventually.
 
toaster said:
Looks great @faithVA

I’ve seen a lot of YouTube videos on aunt Jackie’s products.

I have a nearly full ICH that just sits in my shower. Will use it up eventually.
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Thank You. I will buy more ICH next year. I do like it. It makes my styling easier. It would be what I use when I really want my hair to look nice. But it is nice to have a backup for my everyday raggedy hair look. :lol:

It's nice that you don't need it though.
 
colorful_coils said:
Did anyone else's wash-n-go's start having less volume/looked thinner as your hair got longer and started to fall? I'm comparing pictures from January to now and that's what I'm noticing.
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Mine definitely did! Before my haircut my hair had much less volume.

Allegedly the only way to correct that is to cut major layers into your hair. I think it’s more about what look you’re looking for.

I would also try lighter hold products if you want more volume without having to cut.
 
I was super tired yesterday & didn’t get to start until after 6 so I just cowashed my hair with The Doux “One Love”. No wng this go round; I discovered 85% of my hair is just as defined w/o gels which made my two fluffy twists a smidge challenging. BUT doing a wng has allowed my edges to breathe and they look amazing, so much better than before!!

My buff has been super useful. I put it on because I smooshed one side of my head beyond repair in my sleep. Pulled it down to be presentable while the in-laws visited with mini-Mint & pulled it back up as soon as the door shut behind them. I like that it’s not too tight and doesn’t pull my hair out.
 
toaster said:
Mine definitely did! Before my haircut my hair had much less volume.

Allegedly the only way to correct that is to cut major layers into your hair. I think it’s more about what look you’re looking for.

I would also try lighter hold products if you want more volume without having to cut.
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It's a shame that a cut is the only way to fix that. I wear my hair in twists and twist outs as well, so I'd rather not cut it in layers. I'll give lighter hold products a try!
 
Some random thoughts from my wash day:

carols daughter wash day delight is a fantastic shampoo. It’s sulfate free but has salicylic acid in it. My scalp and hair feel super clean but not stripped.

Briogeo’s banana conditioner is much lighter weight than the curl charisma or farewell frizz conditioner, but it provides the same amount of slip and moisture. I don’t love the banana smell, but it’s a good conditioner.

For my hair, the wet brush does a better job detangling than the Felicia leatherwood brush.
 
@faithVA same here, I most def need a heavier gel on top of my botanical gel. I tried using UFD by itself and no mam. My hair needs the weight of a heavier gel. In my search for more affordable toppers I bought a bottle of Ouidad climate control and that gel is too light also. So back to square one, I'll use ICH or Trepadora. The Trepadora I'll save for the warmer weather. The ICH is fine for now since I'm home and probably wash about 2x/week. UFD is such a great base, I just love how it feels on my wet hair. I hope they never discontinue it.
 
Mapleoats said:
I haven’t attempted a wash n go in over a year but I feel like I’ve mastered my wash n go’s now just from lurking this thread. Let me not play myself and try a wash n go now expecting it to come out perfect, knowing full well I don’t know how to wash n go :lachen:
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I mean you could always lower your standard for the outcome, like me, and roll with that. Oh the breakage was intentional it was getting a bit too thick anyway.it's for natural layers . It's not damaged its Deconstructed chic
 
Britt said:
@faithVA same here, I most def need a heavier gel on top of my botanical gel. I tried using UFD by itself and no mam. My hair needs the weight of a heavier gel. In my search for more affordable toppers I bought a bottle of Ouidad climate control and that gel is too light also. So back to square one, I'll use ICH or Trepadora. The Trepadora I'll save for the warmer weather. The ICH is fine for now since I'm home and probably wash about 2x/week. UFD is such a great base, I just love how it feels on my wet hair. I hope they never discontinue it.
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I really need a new topper gel. Something that's a cheaper alternative to Trepadora and more readily accessible. ICH is cool but only for day 2/3 hair. I just took my buff off and I did my wash n go on Saturday. This ain't it today.... I might try one of those Aunt Jackie's gel on top. ICH does not age well in my wash n go's. They are nice for the first two days that's about it.
 
Britt said:
I really need a new topper gel. Something that's a cheaper alternative to Trepadora and more readily accessible. ICH is cool but only for day 2/3 hair. I just took my buff off and I did my wash n go on Saturday. This ain't it today.... I might try one of those Aunt Jackie's gel on top. ICH does not age well in my wash n go's. They are nice for the first two days that's about it.
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What do you mean it doesn't age well. What happens after day 2 or 3?

I did try the Aunt Jackie's this past week and it works OK for a cheap substitute. I'm actually still sporting it today now that I think about it. I need to try it again and get the ratio's right. I need more AJ than ICH. It is a firmer hold the first 2 days and definitely more crunchy. But for $6 :ohwell:

TGIN also had a stiff gel I want to try but I haven't been to Sally's in months. And the last time I checked it was hard to come by. But I think it is a possibility for a topper.

I want to get more length to before I try the Trepadora.
 
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