Shea Growth And Retention Regimen 2019

What is the length barrier you would like to break through in 2019, with Shea butter's help?

  • Top of shoulder length

    Votes: 18 10.2%
  • Collar bone length

    Votes: 10 5.6%
  • Armpit length

    Votes: 18 10.2%
  • Between armpit and bra strap length

    Votes: 36 20.3%
  • Bra strap length

    Votes: 28 15.8%
  • Between bra strap and waist length

    Votes: 24 13.6%
  • Waist length

    Votes: 35 19.8%
  • Whip length

    Votes: 12 6.8%
  • Hip length

    Votes: 10 5.6%
  • Tailbone length

    Votes: 18 10.2%

  • Total voters
    177

BeautifulRoots

Well-Known Member


Made my first shea mix of 2019 this afternoon! I slathered it all over my hair concentrating on the ends. It's been about 2 years since I've used shea butter and my hair has definitely missed it.



Just wanted to post a mini length check. My hair has been in small twists for the past few weeks. Will do a proper length check after I take my twists out. Excited to see where this shea butter journey takes me this year.
 

GettingKinky

Well-Known Member
I made a new mix today shea butter, aloe gel and grapeseed oil. It’s a lot easier to spread than the last mix I made with coconut oil. I used it under gel in my wash n go today. I can’t wait to see how it turns out. I really want this to work. I think my hair will like the combination of SB and grapeseed oil.
 

syrk

Well-Known Member


Made my first shea mix of 2019 this afternoon! I slathered it all over my hair concentrating on the ends. It's been about 2 years since I've used shea butter and my hair has definitely missed it.



Just wanted to post a mini length check. My hair has been in small twists for the past few weeks. Will do a proper length check after I take my twists out. Excited to see where this shea butter journey takes me this year.

This looks so nice, smooth and creamy. Whats in it? And beautiful hair!
 

Aggie

Well-Known Member
It's great to see that this challenge is still going really strong. I have been using my SB blend on my skin but decided on a whim to use it as a sealant over my BM Grease. Very good combination on my hair and now I can use both as heavy sealants. The moisture in my hair is off the chain.
 
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VictoriousBrownFlower

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Hey everyone *waves*... Sorry for the late response @Chicoro I've been busy and couldn't really take the time to post pics til now. I'm def in for another yr and sooooo HAAPPPPYYYYY @Chicoro is hosting once again. IMO no one could do it like you chica so I'm all aboard the shea train.... Okay now down to business.....

My goal for 2019 is all wash and go related. I'm not quite bra strap yet but if I grow half an inch a month as i did last yr I'll be mid back when stretched by jan 1 2020 (7 in from belly button length.) I'm posting pics of the growth of my wash and go since apr 2018 til jan 2019. This is prob how i'll update my progress pics from now on. 017.JPG 015.JPG 016.JPG 057.JPG 049.JPG 051.JPG
 

Chicoro

5 Year Shea Anniversary: Started Dec 16th, 2016!


Made my first shea mix of 2019 this afternoon! I slathered it all over my hair concentrating on the ends. It's been about 2 years since I've used shea butter and my hair has definitely missed it.



Just wanted to post a mini length check. My hair has been in small twists for the past few weeks. Will do a proper length check after I take my twists out. Excited to see where this shea butter journey takes me this year.

Your hair is so long. We'll see you at hip length for sure in December, and quite possibly tailbone length! Is tail bone 2 words?
 

Chicoro

5 Year Shea Anniversary: Started Dec 16th, 2016!
Hey everyone *waves*... Sorry for the late response @Chicoro I've been busy and couldn't really take the time to post pics til now. I'm def in for another yr and sooooo HAAPPPPYYYYY @Chicoro is hosting once again. IMO no one could do it like you chica so I'm all aboard the shea train.... Okay now down to business.....

My goal for 2019 is all wash and go related. I'm not quite bra strap yet but if I grow half an inch a month as i did last yr I'll be mid back when stretched by jan 1 2020 (7 in from belly button length.) I'm posting pics of the growth of my wash and go since apr 2018 til jan 2019. This is prob how i'll update my progress pics from now on. View attachment 441197 View attachment 441199 View attachment 441201 View attachment 441203 View attachment 441205 View attachment 441207


1 inch a month? That is so fabulous!
 

Aggie

Well-Known Member
Hey everyone *waves*... Sorry for the late response @Chicoro I've been busy and couldn't really take the time to post pics til now. I'm def in for another yr and sooooo HAAPPPPYYYYY @Chicoro is hosting once again. IMO no one could do it like you chica so I'm all aboard the shea train.... Okay now down to business.....

My goal for 2019 is all wash and go related. I'm not quite bra strap yet but if I grow half an inch a month as i did last yr I'll be mid back when stretched by jan 1 2020 (7 in from belly button length.) I'm posting pics of the growth of my wash and go since apr 2018 til jan 2019. This is prob how i'll update my progress pics from now on. View attachment 441197 View attachment 441199 View attachment 441201 View attachment 441203 View attachment 441205 View attachment 441207
Wow your hair looks healthy @VictoriousBrownFlower. Very pretty too.
 

caribeandiva

Human being
So I've been lurking for a couple of months and made maybe 4 blends so far. 1 was a shea butter chocolate Jamaican black castor oil (smelled heavenly); shea butter hibiscus; shea butter avocado oil; and a shea butter safflower oil wheat germ and peppermint.

What combo's have you all tired?

Shea butter with coffee infused safflower oil is next on my list
@IDareT'sHair Your soulmate has arrived! :lachen: When is the wedding?
 

caribeandiva

Human being
Hey everyone *waves*... Sorry for the late response @Chicoro I've been busy and couldn't really take the time to post pics til now. I'm def in for another yr and sooooo HAAPPPPYYYYY @Chicoro is hosting once again. IMO no one could do it like you chica so I'm all aboard the shea train.... Okay now down to business.....

My goal for 2019 is all wash and go related. I'm not quite bra strap yet but if I grow half an inch a month as i did last yr I'll be mid back when stretched by jan 1 2020 (7 in from belly button length.) I'm posting pics of the growth of my wash and go since apr 2018 til jan 2019. This is prob how i'll update my progress pics from now on. View attachment 441197 View attachment 441199 View attachment 441201 View attachment 441203 View attachment 441205 View attachment 441207
Beautiful!!
 

VictoriousBrownFlower

Well-Known Member
So far my shea mix is playing well with my kinky curly products and my wash and go looks really moisturized. Now the question is how long will it stay moisturized. I’m hoping it will last until my hair color appointment on Thursday that would be 5 days.
@GettingKinky have you ever tried hair cremes instead of gel for your wash and goes? The first set of pics i was using gel but the second I used eden body works curl defining cream.
 

VictoriousBrownFlower

Well-Known Member
I haven’t but I do have Curls creme brule whipped curl cream. I’m worried that it won’t provide enough hold. Maybe I’ll try it on a weekend...
I've never tried the curls one but love the edens body works one. I also the cantu has one that's pretty good but heard the edens smells better. U get I think 16 oz for 7.99.

My wash and go usually lasts like 3 days but you can easily turn it into another style or rewet and add more product. It's super moisturizing too and your hair stays soft. I've also used conditioner and then topped it off with the edens body works with great results.

I also like that if i get tired of waiting i can just pineapple it and take it out in the am without it messing up.
 

Chicoro

5 Year Shea Anniversary: Started Dec 16th, 2016!
Can I still join in?

I'd been following this thread since last year's challenge. And I've been completely convinced of the magnificence of Shea Butter. The last batch that I whipped was with coconut oil and olive oil infused with fenugreek/amla/brahmi.

Of course you can come play!

Bring your toys. If you don't have any, we have plenty of toys we can share with you. Just find a place on the mat and do you!

 

Chicoro

5 Year Shea Anniversary: Started Dec 16th, 2016!
My friend sent me a text as soon as she got back from Mali. There was no,"How was your trip?" greeting from me. And not even a, "Glad to know you got back safe and sound".

The first thing "I" texted was, "Did you get my Shea butter?" :grin::grinwink:
 
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