PROTEIN IS MY FRIEND

[Vonnieluvs08]

Still doing homemade protein treatments once every 2wks or if my hair tells me its time again. Will use a protein leave-in between hard protein treatments to keep up the balance.

 

[gissellr78]

washed...applied emergencee and i put it in a bun...went to the park with my kid and washed....

a # 10

 

[sqzbly1908]

I actually posted the below in another thread - I got a free Kerastase' In-Salon treatment and blow dry this past Wednesday. - I may look into getting this again..

I went and I loved it…I have not been to this particular salon in about 8 years (it is on the other side of town and traffic is a beast) The experience was great – the salon manager did my hair. He spent about a good 10-15 minutes talking to me about my hair and inspecting it while running his fingers all through it (very thorough) Even though my hair is very fine he stated that it “very strong and healthy” (shout out to “Protein is My Friend”!!!) – I haven’t been to a salon to get my hair “done” since November (trims only)

So he gets me to the shampoo bowl and shows me everything that he will be using on my hair (didn’t have to ask) I got the Reconstructing Ritual – which is a two step process – He sprayed on the first part throughout my hair – massaged for about 3 minutes then added top seal – massaged – let it penetrate for about 10 minutes. He loved to talked and made me feel so comfortable in there. There were a couple of black stylists in there trying to watch him (forgot to mention he is Caucasian ) on the cool…(don’t know what that was about) – He then blew dry my hair, the dude is bad – he was whippin’ that brush in and out his pocket like it was high noon. He even showed me the styling tools that he would be using on my hair – wide toothed comb, blowdrying brush (even explained why he chose the brand he uses) –

Before blow drying he only used a “drop” of product on my hair (luv this dude) and then he used a big barrel curling iron – the style is very similar to my avatar but a little longer

 

[morehairplease]

deep conditioning now with my Lanza conditioner mix and will shampoo and cw/pc later on today.

 

[taz007]

Still doing my weekly Joico chelating, Joico cuticle sealer, Joico K-Pak, Joico Intense Hydrator and Joico split end mender.

I have also been co-washing and moisturizing daily. I may have to change up my routine a little 'cause the new growth is kicking my tail.

 

[Patricia]

I actually posted the below in another thread - I got a free Kerastase' In-Salon treatment and blow dry this past Wednesday. - I may look into getting this again..

I went and I loved it…I have not been to this particular salon in about 8 years (it is on the other side of town and traffic is a beast) The experience was great – the salon manager did my hair. He spent about a good 10-15 minutes talking to me about my hair and inspecting it while running his fingers all through it (very thorough) Even though my hair is very fine he stated that it “very strong and healthy” (shout out to “Protein is My Friend”!!!) – I haven’t been to a salon to get my hair “done” since November (trims only)

So he gets me to the shampoo bowl and shows me everything that he will be using on my hair (didn’t have to ask) I got the Reconstructing Ritual – which is a two step process – He sprayed on the first part throughout my hair – massaged for about 3 minutes then added top seal – massaged – let it penetrate for about 10 minutes. He loved to talked and made me feel so comfortable in there. There were a couple of black stylists in there trying to watch him (forgot to mention he is Caucasian ) on the cool…(don’t know what that was about) – He then blew dry my hair, the dude is bad – he was whippin’ that brush in and out his pocket like it was high noon. He even showed me the styling tools that he would be using on my hair – wide toothed comb, blowdrying brush (even explained why he chose the brand he uses) –

Before blow drying he only used a “drop” of product on my hair (luv this dude) and then he used a big barrel curling iron – the style is very similar to my avatar but a little longer

Sounds like you will be going back to him! He made you feel vey comfortable and had skills. I love when stylist don't mind sharing what they use and why. He sounds like a keeper. I want to see a pic! you already know your avi is absolutely beautiful. Thanks for posting this here. I didn't see it on your other thread

 

[Patricia]

Still doing my weekly Joico chelating, Joico cuticle sealer, Joico K-Pak, Joico Intense Hydrator and Joico split end mender.

I have also been co-washing and moisturizing daily. I may have to change up my routine a little 'cause the new growth is kicking my tail.

Joico is a great brand. New growth is a good thing!

 

[jeabai]

Thanks Ladies for putting me up on the 17 minute miracle. All I can say is JOICO where have you been all my life. I've been using it weekly

 

[Aggie]

I didn't use any protein conditioners today but I did wash my extension bradis with some Joico K-Pak Reconstructing poo.

 

[morehairplease]

deep conditioning now with my Lanza conditioner mix and will shampoo and cw/pc later on today.

 

[morehairplease]

Hey you might remember when I used the redkin amino poo sallys knockoff. I didn't like it it left my hair stretchie. I decided to use it again cause I feel my hair is in better condition and I like to switch shampoo all the time cause of dandruff issues. Well I'm on the fence now. I can't say I'll keep it but I'm giving it half a chance. I can say it is very moisturizing and its been a while for me using any moisturizing shampoo. Ok I think its alright for me to use every now and then. but I'm just saying alright. Not a keeper yet. This is how my hair airdried. Kinda like it thats why I'm on the fence

Your hair looks good Pat! I have been unable to find the amino pon poo at Sally's in my area. I went to the site and saw that is had been discontinued. I wish I would have known about this poo sooner.

 

[Patricia]

Your hair looks good Pat! I have been unable to find the amino pon poo at Sally's in my area. I went to the site and saw that is had been discontinued. I wish I would have known about this poo sooner.

Really I didn't know it was being discontinued. Thanks morehair for the compliment

 

[sqzbly1908]

Hi Friends - just checking in - did a prepoo of AO HSR rinsed, followed up with Kenra MS and MC - then used Kerastase Substance Constructive Leave In Treatment - hair is consistently feeling like a 10 or more - I can't wait to see how my hair will be for my b-day!

 

[morehairplease]

deep conditioned last night with my Lanza conditioner mix for 2 hours. My hair is air drying now and hopefully it's a 10(tried a new quick rinse out co and it was horrible).

 

[Platinum]

I went into my PJ graveyard and used Queen Helene Placenta DC on dry hair (I know, ) then followed up with Suave Humectant condish. Moisturized and sealed with castor oil. My hair feels great today but I won't be using the Placenta that often because I read about the effects.

 

[Aggie]

Just checking in you ladies as I am still in Nebraska and haven't been able to check in like I'd like to. I'll be back to my scheduled regimen as of June 11th. I am not doing anything to it right now because I am wearing some WL extension braids for a while.

 

[AtlantaJJ]

I did pre-poo with Aphogee 2 minute miracle on my head while I ran on the TMill and then I used a Nature's Gate moisture shampoo. Dried and bumped with the curling iron. My hair is so soft. I think it's the BKT.... I'm not sure that it was the conditioners I used... But they didn't hurt!

 

[Shay72]

Did a protein tx with Komazacare's Hair Strengthener. I love the simplicity of it. Spray on, sit under dryer for 10 minutes, then wash out. Result--strong ,yet soft hair using a natural product.

 

[joyandfaith]

I was so desperate for some protein the other day that I had my FH bring me an egg while I was in the shower. Needless to say, he was scared I cracked that bad boy over my head and proceeded like normal. It really worked, but the smell is kind of hard to get out.

 

[morehairplease]

deep conditioned last night w/moisturizing conditioner, shampooed this morning and did a quick dcw with my Lanza conditioner mix.

 

[taz007]

I was so desperate for some protein the other day that I had my FH bring me an egg while I was in the shower. Needless to say, he was scared I cracked that bad boy over my head and proceeded like normal. It really worked, but the smell is kind of hard to get out.

This is the funniest thing EVER! Thanks for the laugh!

 

[supermodelsonya]

Haven't posted here in a minute... LOL I've been using my Cantu Leave In Breakage Treatment and I love it. Cantu is starting to grow on me a little. Their products are great. I use the leave in almost everyday and my Aphogee Keratin Green Tea Leave in.

My hair has done a complete turnaround with this challenge. Now that I'm on the right track this time, I should meet my hair goals by the end of next year.

 

[joyandfaith]

This is the funniest thing EVER! Thanks for the laugh!

If you thought it sounded funny, you should have seen me doing it. At one point, I realized that I was getting a little out of hand, but had no choice but to stay in the shower and wash the egg off.

 

[PaleoChick]

Hi there. Kind of new here. So, I decided to give this a try to see what would happen:

WHAT TYPE OF PROTEIN YOU USE? Old fashioned eggs (2 yolks and a white) with a herb spiked beer rinse (Sam Adams + nettle + chamomile + horsetail + rosemary; it was just there; made sure the beer rinse was cold) followed by TJ Nourish as a co-wash. I was using Aphogee but I want to really minimize the number of hair products I use from now on.

HOW YOUR HAIR FEEL ON A SCALE FROM 1-10? 9 (it is my first time, haven't used protein in a long long time)


WHAT CHANGES CAN BE MADE TO ACHIEVE A 10? Not sure yet. Any advice would be great. Well, I might use a cheapie conditioner and the eggs, try leaving it overnight, and then do the beer rinse...just a thought...?
Peace...

 

[sqzbly1908]

Trish your siggy is incredible - that is great progress Friend! It has already been almost 6 months since starting this protein journey and just look at all of these positive results!!!! So what is your ultimate goal with all of that gorgeous hair?

 

[Shay72]

Cowashed on Tuesday with Jason Biotin. Cowashed on Wednesday with coconut milk. I didn't mean to use so much protein this week but my hair is not mad at me so I am good to go.

 

[darlingdiva]

Last night, I clarified w/ V05 Kiwi Lime Squeeze Clarifying Shampoo. Then I put on the Aphogee 2-min & sat under my heating cap for 10 mins. Then I rinsed and applied the KBB Deep Condish. Then I did an ACV rinse. Then I applied the Jane Carter Solution Revitalizing Leave-In & Hair Nourishing Cream on each section. I braided my hair in plaits & put the hair cream & KBB hair oil on my ends.

I'll give my hair a 9.2. Even though I don't like that it has mineral oil & petrolatum, that Aphogee is good stuff.

 

[Patricia]

Hi Friends - just checking in - did a prepoo of AO HSR rinsed, followed up with Kenra MS and MC - then used Kerastase Substance Constructive Leave In Treatment - hair is consistently feeling like a 10 or more - I can't wait to see how my hair will be for my b-day!

Ok I'm waiting to see pics

 

[Patricia]

Trish your siggy is incredible - that is great progress Friend! It has already been almost 6 months since starting this protein journey and just look at all of these positive results!!!! So what is your ultimate goal with all of that gorgeous hair?

You so sweet. Wow its been 6 months time really does fly. I need to go back and read my journal to keep track of my original discovery of protein. I think it has been about a year. I can remember how hesitant I was in starting the thread and especially starting the challenge. You ladies has really helped me stay encouraged and I hope I'm doing the same. We going to grow even longer and my ultimate goal is to grow past waistlength I would say hip length would be good. I'm really going to work on the thickness and I know that will take a while to happen but its coming next.

 

[Patricia]

deep conditioned last night with my Lanza conditioner mix for 2 hours. My hair is air drying now and hopefully it's a 10(tried a new quick rinse out co and it was horrible).

You have been pretty consistent I'm sure you will be fine