Wash N Go Thread

[swalker31]

swalker31 do you lose much hair on wash day? Do you detangle before out after you wash? Also since you use a lot of gel (adding more daily), maybe you need to mix done oil in your gel container or layer some somewhere during the process before the gel. My hair is hard and feels dry if I don't use any oil. My routine is similar, except I don't add gel daily and only pineapple and sleep on a satin pillowcase. I do leave in, sealed with coconut oil, then gel. Lately I've been adding a moisturizing curl cream under the gel too for extra moisture. Then I refresh with a light mist of water and steam from the shower and add coconut oil daily for shine and moisture. I add a little gel around the edges where they tend to get stretched too much, but always water and coconut oil underneath. The only thing I can think of is either the Detangling process or dryness causing breakage.

Thank very much so that's what I'm missing and doing wrong. I wasn't using any oil at all. And on my wash days, I would shampoo first then detangle with a cheapie conditioner and follow that with a deep conditioner. No sometimes when I detangle I would add oil to the cheapie conditioner.

Thank You!! Ms. Leslie_C I see the error of my ways

 

[Joigirl]

Thank very much so that's what I'm missing and doing wrong. I wasn't using any oil at all. And on my wash days, I would shampoo first then detangle with a cheapie conditioner and follow that with a deep conditioner. No sometimes when I detangle I would add oil to the cheapie conditioner. Thank You!! Ms. Leslie_C I see the error of my ways

If you haven't already, consider adding a monthly protein DC into your regimen. It will strengthen your hair.

 

[Leslie_C]

Thank very much so that's what I'm missing and doing wrong. I wasn't using any oil at all. And on my wash days, I would shampoo first then detangle with a cheapie conditioner and follow that with a deep conditioner. No sometimes when I detangle I would add oil to the cheapie conditioner.

Thank You!! Ms. Leslie_C I see the error of my ways

swalker31 you're welcome! Let me know of that makes a difference for you!

 

[mochamommie]

I had my most successful wng ever...by chance I came across a yt video of shida naturals on how she does hers....we have the same hair type...but she uses a crazy amount of gel but she is right once it dries my hair was like money..I used eco like her but I am going to try it again with flaxseed gel...the mistake I was making was not doing my hair in sections and not using enough product

 

[Embyra]

I had my most successful wng ever...by chance I came across a yt video of shida naturals on how she does hers....we have the same hair type...but she uses a crazy amount of gel but she is right once it dries my hair was like money..I used eco like her but I am going to try it again with flaxseed gel...the mistake I was making was not doing my hair in sections and not using enough product

Yup The key to wash and go is using enough hair gel for your hair texture

Too many people try and fake the funk by not using enough claiming they only use a teaspoon of gel and then say wash and goes aren't for them or their hair is matted and tangled

Find a gel or gel cream that is suitable for your hair texture where you can apply a adequate amount for your hair texture to get even coverage

I have done only wash and goes since I went natural 4 years ago and my longest layer is waist length the other sections are past mid back

 

[HairPleezeGrow]

Yup The key to wash and go is using enough hair gel for your hair texture

Too many people try and fake the funk by not using enough claiming they only use a teaspoon of gel and then say wash and goes aren't for them or their hair is matted and tangled

Find a gel or gel cream that is suitable for your hair texture where you can apply a adequate amount for your hair texture to get even coverage

I have done only wash and goes since I went natural 4 years ago and my longest layer is waist length the other sections are past mid back

Do you washNgo everyday? Or what's your routine including when you go to bed at night? TIA!

HPG

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[BraunSugar]

Yup The key to wash and go is using enough hair gel for your hair texture

Too many people try and fake the funk by not using enough claiming they only use a teaspoon of gel and then say wash and goes aren't for them or their hair is matted and tangled

Find a gel or gel cream that is suitable for your hair texture where you can apply a adequate amount for your hair texture to get even coverage

I have done only wash and goes since I went natural 4 years ago and my longest layer is waist length the other sections are past mid back

I have done wash & gos with conditioner only or with little product. While they come out fine, I already know that I cannot wear them more than a few days at most. I have to have enough gel on my roots and ends to prevent tangling and matting. I also make sure I have enough sections to distribute product evenly. That way I can keep a wash & go for a week without any worry.

 

[Embyra]

Do you washNgo everyday? Or what's your routine including when you go to bed at night? TIA! HPG Don't judge...Sent from my Galaxy Note II using LHCF

No I don't wash and go every day never have done

I wash once and week I co wash only I don't use shampoo or anything that lathers regardless of it being sulphate free

I only do my hair on e a week and my wash and got last when I first dome them I would leave them for 10 days before I would rewash the only reason I don't do that now is because leaving it 10 days means I have to wash in the middle of a work work and quite frankly I can't be bothered lol

My bedtime routine I either just apply my headscarf and keep it open so the hair is covered but a little of the ends are out or I apply a buff which is same as a loc sock and use the same principle as the scarf method or I do the pineapple

Hope this helps

 

[Embyra]

I have done wash & gos with conditioner only or with little product. While they come out fine, I already know that I cannot wear them more than a few days at most. I have to have enough gel on my roots and ends to prevent tangling and matting. I also make sure I have enough sections to distribute product evenly. That way I can keep a wash & go for a week without any worry.

Mmhmmm at least you know you need gel I see so many others try and say" oh no girl I don't use gel my hair is already curly " :-/ wash and goes don't make your hair curly your just holding the curls in place

There is no about of gel that will turn my hair into a 3a it is what it is

I agree with the sections the thicker your hair is the more sections you may need as you will not reach the under layers of your hair which will also cause tangles and matting

 

[Embyra]

My wash and go pics are posted on page 26

 

[MyAngelEyez~C~U]

I've been lightly spritzing with water/oil/glycerin mix and then baggying at night to preserve my wash n go. All I do in the morning is remove my baggy, shake/fluff, and go. Saves time in the a.m., helps with moisture, and reactivates my styler. I add styler once on wash day, and that's it. I have been able to preserve my wash n go for up to 10 days using this method.

 

[Napp]

I want to wash n go more often but i hate the way gel makes my hair feel. Still havnt found the right leave in that would make me want to go back to gel

 

[MayaNatural]

MyAngelEyez~C~U what styler do you use? I'm looking for another styler, I use SM Curling Soufflé.

 

[MyAngelEyez~C~U]

MayaNatural, I use Ecostyler olive oil gel for now. I am also looking for a gel that has a softer hold while still providing good curl definition. I'm thinking of trying Obia Naturals curl custard. Still researching that one though. For now, the water/glycerin combo helps to soften the hold without sacrificing definition for me.

 

[BraunSugar]

I want to wash n go more often but i hate the way gel makes my hair feel. Still havnt found the right leave in that would make me want to go back to gel

MayaNatural, I use Ecostyler olive oil gel for now. I am also looking for a gel that has a softer hold while still providing good curl definition. I'm thinking of trying Obia Naturals curl custard. Still researching that one though. For now, the water/glycerin combo helps to soften the hold without sacrificing definition for me.

Have you guys tried doing half EcoStyler and half curl activator gel? It works perfectly for me. Defines my hair and gives a nice hold. Proclaim Curl Activator Gel also has a medium hold to it.

 

[MayaNatural]

MyAngelEyez~C~U I tried Hawaiian Silky gel activator and glycerin is high on the list of ingredients.. Unfortunately the ingredients are not that great. It's the only product that gives me a soft defined WNG. I'm still searching for the right products. SM Curling Soufflé mixed with SM Curl Enhancing Smoothie did give me good WNG but I only got 3 day hair.

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[MayaNatural]

Have you guys tried doing half EcoStyler and half curl activator gel? It works perfectly for me. Defines my hair and gives a nice hold. Proclaim Curl Activator Gel also has a medium hold to it.

BraunSugar
Which EcoStyler do you use? Do you use a leave in or oil underneath? I will give it a try, thanks.

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[BraunSugar]

BraunSugar
Which EcoStyler do you use? Do you use a leave in or oil underneath? I will give it a try, thanks.

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MayaNatural I use the Krystal (Clear) Eco Styler. I used to use the blue kind with a hold of 5, but I can't find it anymore. I don't use an oil or leave-in. I do oil rinsing in the shower, so I don't need a leave-in anymore.

 

[Embyra]

I want to wash n go more often but i hate the way gel makes my hair feel. Still havnt found the right leave in that would make me want to go back to gel

Have you tried a "custard" I love let's jam custard

 

[Leslie_C]

I want to wash n go more often but i hate the way gel makes my hair feel. Still havnt found the right leave in that would make me want to go back to gel

Napp I'm the same way with gel... especially day one hair, and my boo thang always has his hands in my hair(he is as obsessed with my hair as I am lol) so I like it to be soft.

I've found bring liberal with my leave in and oil underneath the gel gives a softer hold...then scrunch out any little left over crunch with a little more coconut oil when it dries. I've gone a step further lately and added a moisturizing curl cream underneath which dries REALLY soft and still with definition, but the downside is it only lasts a few days at best.

BraunSugar it seems like I remember you having some kind of eco custard recipe on your blog once where you mixed oil in your gel.....does that dry soft and do the curls last?

 

[MayaNatural]

MayaNatural I use the Krystal (Clear) Eco Styler. I used to use the blue kind with a hold of 5, but I can't find it anymore. I don't use an oil or leave-in. I do oil rinsing in the shower, so I don't need a leave-in anymore.

BraunSugar Thank you!! I will give it a try next wash day.

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[BraunSugar]

Napp I'm the same way with gel... especially day one hair, and my boo thang always has his hands in my hair(he is as obsessed with my hair as I am lol) so I like it to be soft.

I've found bring liberal with my leave in and oil underneath the gel gives a softer hold...then scrunch out any little left over crunch with a little more coconut oil when it dries. I've gone a step further lately and added a moisturizing curl cream underneath which dries REALLY soft and still with definition, but the downside is it only lasts a few days at best.

BraunSugar it seems like I remember you having some kind of eco custard recipe on your blog once where you mixed oil in your gel.....does that dry soft and do the curls last?

Yes, I do. It has a soft/medium hold and it clumps well. I stopped using it because it turns white. My hair has semi permanent color in it and the color combines with the custard and turns my hair a purpleish color which doesn't completely go away when it's dry, so I am just sticking with clear gel for the moment.

The recipe I was using is:

7oz Eco Styler Gel (whichever version you prefer)
2oz conditioner
1oz oil

 

[Napp]

Have you guys tried doing half EcoStyler and half curl activator gel? It works perfectly for me. Defines my hair and gives a nice hold. Proclaim Curl Activator Gel also has a medium hold to it.

I haven't found a cag that I liked since smooth n shine changed their formula. They either smell weird of leave my hair greasy feeling.

Have you tried a "custard" I love let's jam custard

No not really. I tend just to use thick leave ins or conditioners with some setting lotion. This gives me some hold but it only lasts a few days not a week. Perhaps I need to try some stylers. I want to try the obia naturals curling custard but I think it might not work for me.

 

[Joigirl]

I haven't found a cag that I liked since smooth n shine changed their formula. They either smell weird of leave my hair greasy feeling. No not really. I tend just to use thick leave ins or conditioners with some setting lotion. This gives me some hold but it only lasts a few days not a week. Perhaps I need to try some stylers. I want to try the obia naturals curling custard but I think it might not work for me.

Obia has a 45% off sale right now. Use code Beatblackfriday. I just ordered the custard and moisturizing cream.

 

[ckisland]

I danced with the Devil for a little while, aka straightened my hair , and ended up failing into a hair depression once I had my curls back . Yesterday, I was almost in tears trying to figure out what to do with this mess after a couple of days of failed styling attempts. After doing horrible things to my hair, I settled on a putting in braids for a braid out that left me with a pile of breakage and a poofy, frizzy failure today .
Just an hour ago, I took my sister's advice, whipped out my pink Ecostyler from the back of the cabinet, grabbed my blowdryer and hit the shower. I AM SO HAPPY right now!!!! I haven't used real gel in months and this pink Eco makes me want to run down the aisle . I also want to kick myself for waiting so long to embrace the diffuser. I don't have to wait a day and a half for my hair to dry!! My hair has wonderful hold and definition and its soft!!!! OH MAH GAWD .

A wash n'go challenge is most definitely coming y'all!!

 

[Joigirl]

I danced with the Devil for a little while, aka straightened my hair , and ended up failing into a hair depression once I had my curls back . Yesterday, I was almost in tears trying to figure out what to do with this mess after a couple of days of failed styling attempts. After doing horrible things to my hair, I settled on a putting in braids for a braid out that left me with a pile of breakage and a poofy, frizzy failure today . Just an hour ago, I took my sister's advice, whipped out my pink Ecostyler from the back of the cabinet, grabbed my blowdryer and hit the shower. I AM SO HAPPY right now!!!! I haven't used real gel in months and this pink Eco makes me want to run down the aisle . I also want to kick myself for waiting so long to embrace the diffuser. I don't have to wait a day and a half for my hair to dry!! My hair has wonderful hold and definition and its soft!!!! OH MAH GAWD . A wash n'go challenge is most definitely coming y'all!!

I completely understand. The diffuser is necessity for me in the winter. I love how bouncy my curls are after diffusing. Can't wait to wash my hair tomorrow. What did you ladies pick up from the Black Friday sales?

 

[Napp]

I tried using gel and my hair was too defined. It looked flat and stringy. I think I just prefer creamy stylers. They don't kill my volume. Here is a picture

 

[BraunSugar]

I tried using gel and my hair was too defined. It looked flat and stringy. I think I just prefer creamy stylers. They don't kill my volume. Here is a picture

My hair does this when I let it completely air dry or if I use a diffuser attachment on my blow dryer.

 

[Joigirl]

My hair does this when I let it completely air dry or if I use a diffuser attachment on my blow dryer.

Not sure if it will help, but I diffuse with my head hanging down. This provides more lift and volume. It also makes my curls more bouncy. I don't scrunch because my curls would just shrink more, but some finer haired naturals find it helps.

 

[Napp]

My hair does this when I let it completely air dry or if I use a diffuser attachment on my blow dryer.

BraunSugar how do you dry your hair?