SummerSolstice
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my itchies have slowed down. i washed twice this week
Weave It Up Challenge 2010
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lilsparkle825
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almost two weeks into my curly install and it's going smoothly. most days i ponytail it or wear a messy updo. i get lots of compliments on it, and my boyfriend loves it, which is definitely a plus. 
i'll update with pics next week.
i'll update with pics next week.
neanie
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have any of you ladies found it is hard to access certain parts of your scalp in a weave due to the way that your hair is braided up
for example in my case i can oil my scalp around the front and sides but where the stylist has sewn my braids down at the back i cannot oil there
for example in my case i can oil my scalp around the front and sides but where the stylist has sewn my braids down at the back i cannot oil there
SummerSolstice
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im bout to take mine down I'm pretty upset... this mess is tangly, shed city. I am gonna get some HCCC this paycheck coming up. I am pretty upset though I spent $125 on that saga remi. NEVER AGAIN.
loulou82
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Aww! Sorry about your bad experience with Saga Remi. I thought about going straight but I've had success with curly hair so I didn't want to rock the boat.
sithembile
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Yep, thats why I'm taking my install down this week. I've had it in for 4 weeks and I can't take not being able to access my scalp.
ZkittyKurls
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Hey ladies hows it going??? just stoppin in to show some support..not in the challenge but im tranistioning with a weave so i ove this thread!! hey loulou82 hows the hair holdin up? did you make it to 4 months?
SummerSolstice
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i did the saga remi french... it came out in these beautiful curls but suddenly started snagging. i'm really upset b/c I was really believing in it, but I'm going all out this time. Arjuni is starting their appointments soon and I will be getting low luster c or d textures with color matching. I'm not playin games this time
if i can't do that then i might go with HCCC like i said, except after some reading on here I see that it balds? sigh. im really gonna think harder.
Sade'
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Lou Lou are you still wearing AAMH Kinky Curly? If so, have you straightened it?
Majestye
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Actually, I used to have this problem. I use an applicator bottle with a long tip. Since I use natural oils (jojoba, olive, almond, & coconut) mix it flows freely in between the braids that are connected. And I can sometimes use the tip to massage it gently.
polished07
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Im definitely taking down my install this weekend its only been in for 4 wks but Im over it plus my hair grew all the way out, this curly hair has really got me thinking about transitioning :-/
loulou82
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I'm still wearing AAMH KC. I haven't straightened it yet. It's too humid right now. Since I'm going to wear the hair until the end of the challenge I probably won't straighten it until my last install with it. I don't want to possibly alter the curl pattern.
I made it to 4 months.
I'm actually at 17 weeks today and have my appointment next week. I can't wait to see my hair again.
LovelyRo
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I'll try to take some pics this weekend to post
!ETA: My Kinky Straight looks just like your Bo Braz before you installed it.
MzV1991
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well im checking in and im about 2 weeks and some change since i put in my install and ladies im ready to give up.... my actual hair is already growing idk if its the scurl or the multivitamins and biotin im taking plus ive been excercising wayyy more but idk if im going to make my 5 week goal.
ZkittyKurls
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I'm still wearing AAMH KC. I haven't straightened it yet. It's too humid right now. Since I'm going to wear the hair until the end of the challenge I probably won't straighten it until my last install with it. I don't want to possibly alter the curl pattern.
I made it to 4 months.
thats great! tues will be 3 months exactly since my install! i think the stylist sewed(dunno if thats a word) the thread a little too tight...i cant even get in between the track and my hair..i dunno if that is gonna cause damage..ive been keeping it moisturized as much as possible. we shall see on tuesday. :/ do you think itll be ok as long as my hair is moisturized...the thread is too so i guess it would cause less friction????
Bella02
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Hi Ladies
I forgot to post my May/June updates so wanted to add a few pics of that install ( AAMH Kinky Curly ( 18" and 20" inches) layered and trimmed). My hair is still coming along well. At my current growth rate, I hope to reach BSL by October. My siggy shows my progress since March.
I forgot to post my May/June updates so wanted to add a few pics of that install ( AAMH Kinky Curly ( 18" and 20" inches) layered and trimmed). My hair is still coming along well. At my current growth rate, I hope to reach BSL by October. My siggy shows my progress since March.
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Sade'
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This is very pretty! How many packs did you need for a full install? And how much did she cut? I have 1 pack of 16" I hope that is enough.
phynestone
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Wow! Your hair looks great! I want answers on the hair as well. That's going to become my summer hair! Do they have blends?
mEmYSELFaNDj
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I'm still wearing AAMH KC. I haven't straightened it yet. It's too humid right now. Since I'm going to wear the hair until the end of the challenge I probably won't straighten it until my last install with it. I don't want to possibly alter the curl pattern.
I made it to 4 months.
loulou you made it to 4 months, wow thats great. Thats what im trying to do. im at 7 almost 8wks right now. im already kinda dying to take it out, but im going to stay strong because 1) im so close to being MBL, i know that once i take it out after 4mos i will definitely be mbl and 2)because i told myself if i reach my goal of 4mos then u will reward myself by purchasing a hair steamer. So you see i gotta make it now cause i heard steaming your hair makes a world of difference. i gotta have one.
Bella02
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Thanks! I used close to 8 ounces but thinned it out significantly with shears. I would say at least 2-3 ounces. Got this tip from someone who posted pics of her Halleys Curls Natural install on BHM. She installed close to 8ounces to get a certain look-- then thinned to tame it a bit)
I also probably cut about 2.5 inches off so that it would rest just above APL at the longest layers. Note I was experimenting so could have possible acheived the same look with less hair-- especially if I would have split and sealed the wefts.
I also probably cut about 2.5 inches off so that it would rest just above APL at the longest layers. Note I was experimenting so could have possible acheived the same look with less hair-- especially if I would have split and sealed the wefts.
13StepsAhead
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Hello ladies! I'm just popping in to ask a question. I am thinking of incorporating Ayurvedic practices into my regimen, but I recntly got a full head install. I was wondering if any of you ladies have experinece with using ayurvedic powders as tea rinses while having your hair installed in a full head sew-in?
Thanks in advance!
HHG!
Thanks in advance!
HHG!
blksndrlla
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Nichi uses Tinnell...if I am not mistaken.
My only concern would be making sure EVERYTHING is out. Depending on what you are using...I have heard getting all of the powder out on loose hair can sometimes be a hassle and cause adverse effects.
13StepsAhead
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Thank you for your reply I will definitely keep that in mind. However, I wonder if this will still apply if I place the powders in a tea bag and boil for a few hours and use it in a similar way as a black tea rinse. Any other thoughts ladies? TIA!
lilsparkle825
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Dang, I think I underestimated the fact that I haven't had a sew-in since 2007 when I decided how long I was gonna keep this thing in. I know that when I get braids I like to take them out after a month (which is fine since I braid my own hair), and here I was thinking 8-12 weeks in a weave would be a breeze. I'm on week 3 and I want this thing OUT!! I told myself to keep it in one more week before I take a break, but between all the Dominican salons I found down here in Durham and my boyfriend talking about how much he lurves my natural hair, not to mention the fact that I've been on curlynikki.com real heavy this week and I got a list of styles I need to try.....it's tough, ladies!
On the plus side, it still looks pretty great....tangling a bit because I am not used to detangling all this hair, but easy to tame with some conditioner and AV gel.
On the plus side, it still looks pretty great....tangling a bit because I am not used to detangling all this hair, but easy to tame with some conditioner and AV gel.
beauti
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STUNNING! you are rockin that hair and your body is fierce! i'm going to florida soon and this is how i want my hurrFox! I want that Bobraz now!!!! Its gorgeous girlHere are some pics of my recent HCMRH its been in for a week, I love this hair, I swam in the ocean with it and it bounced right back better than ever Im thinking this will be my summer staple until further notice lol!
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loulou82
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After 17 weeks and 4 days I took out my install! I'm really enjoying my hair right now. It's grown nicely and I'm past APL but not BSB yet. My hair has neva eva been this long before. I'll do a real length check in December once the challenge concludes. This install was such a success that I'm thinking of going 6 months next time. 
My next install is Thursday night.
Here's my puff immediately after removing the cornrows.
ETA: Pics of my take down are in my fotki: http://public.fotki.com/loulou82/ (must log in to view)
My next install is Thursday night.Here's my puff immediately after removing the cornrows.
ETA: Pics of my take down are in my fotki: http://public.fotki.com/loulou82/ (must log in to view)
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Sade'
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After 17 weeks and 4 days I took out my install! I'm really enjoying my hair right now. It's grown nicely and I'm past APL but not BSB yet. My hair has neva eva been this long before. I'll do a real length check in December once the challenge concludes. This install was such a success that I'm thinking of going 6 months next time.
Here's my puff immediately after removing the cornrows.
ETA: Pics of my take down are in my fotki: http://public.fotki.com/loulou82/ (must log in to view)
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