Random Hair Thoughts/Thinking out loud

AgeinATL · Jul 26, 2017

Saludable84 said:
Bwahahaha.

Prior I made like 5 ounces of oil and just poured it on like it was nothing and wondered why my hair was hard. @Sharpened told me I was using too much oil. So I used much less this time and applied oil right after I washed, then used deep conditioner.

After rinsing the conditioner, my hair was softer but still had a little stiffness. Probably the clumping. It was detangling that bomb. The knots and tangles definitely come out easier.

I'm going to keep using it to see how it works long term, because you know the LoPo life love and hate is daily change.

Girl, ALL of this. I tired oil rinsing earlier last year and loved it at first. But I felt as though over time, it caused buildup. Now I wonder if maybe I too used too much or maybe I should try another oil.

What oil are you using?

FelaShrine · Jul 26, 2017

Ugh visiting home with all my hair stuff at my place

Can someone suggest a great conditioner I can get from BSS/on ground that has mix of protein and moisture? leave-in as well. @PJaye @IDareT'sHair and others

Thanks!

spacetygrss · Jul 26, 2017

I ordered my products from Naturelle Grow on Sunday. It arrived today. I'm impressed.

PJaye · Jul 26, 2017

FelaShrine said:
Ugh visiting home with all my hair stuff at my place

Can someone suggest a great conditioner I can get from BSS/on ground that has mix of protein and moisture? leave-in as well. @PJaye @IDareT'sHair and others

Thanks!

Silicon Mix and CRN Milk/Coconut Water.

FelaShrine · Jul 26, 2017

PJaye said:
Silicon Mix and CRN Milk/Coconut Water.

Never pegged you as a SM girl for some reason. Figured the smell especially would turn you off, don't know why :lol:

Thanks! I believe CRN is sold in Target so I will look

curlyTisME · Jul 26, 2017

I forgot how supple the SM CES makes my hair feel in the summer time. My twist out was lush and juicy today.

I need to pick up another jar of it when there is another BOGO sale.

IDareT'sHair · Jul 26, 2017

@FelaShrine
Mielle Organics Babbasu & Mint. You can fine the Line at Sally.

Sally has quite a bit of the "once" Handmade Naturals now. (I still mainly support the on-line Handmade Natural companies primarily).

You may also want to look at the Mane Choice as well as Alikay Naturals and many other brands now being featured there and Target and some of the BSS.

A lot of folks are also liking some of the new Design Essential products as well.

Saludable84 · Jul 26, 2017

Sharpened said:
Your deadpanning is killing me softly...

You're welcome! I wonder if our ancestors knew about this...

I think they knew everything.

AgeinATL said:
Girl, ALL of this. I tired oil rinsing earlier last year and loved it at first. But I felt as though over time, it caused buildup. Now I wonder if maybe I too used too much or maybe I should try another oil.

What oil are you using?

I just used HV Shikakai oil. It has castor, sweet almond and herbal stuff.

I would like to try MCT possibly mixed with Wheat Germ or Pumpkin Seed. Something a bit on the lighter side. I'm going to avoid JBCO because it leave terrible buildup long term. Regular castor and HBCO do not.

victory777 · Jul 27, 2017

@AgeinATL and @ItsMeLilLucky
Yes, It wasn't anything coming out of those jars; and they were sitting on the porch for awhile before I came home.
@AgeinATL
It has such a creamy texture, but only a little is needed for my low-po fine texture. Of course, you guys have a lot more hair! :drool:

As soon as I applied the Mango and Pumpkin Conditioner to my hair , i noticed that it was able to soak in nicely before I applied my conditioning cap :toocool:

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It absorbs really well and rinses clean. I didn't notice any buildup or film on my hair, which is important since I'm wearing a flat twist/2 strand twist combo for a protective style . I also took a little and applied it as my leave-in. Again, no film or white cast noted on my hair.
This is my review for a first time use. However, I definitely would like to try more products, and I've been lurking on the Etsy site. The sale starts tomorrow.Based on the professionalism of this Etsy vendor, I definitely will continue to buy. I'm hoping for many more products!
ETA: Review of Kindred Butters (Etsy Vendor) : Mango and Pumpkin Conditioner

Saludable84 · Jul 27, 2017

JosieLynn said:
L O L! ok so i'm not alone...I have to consciously tell myself my hair is growing because when I look at pictures from 2 years ago it looks EXACTLY the same.

You can't watch it or it will never grow. Then you become to anxious and stress yourself out.

curlyTisME · Jul 27, 2017

Yeah I will be picking up some CES this afternoon from Target. Might get a SM deep conditioner too. I need a hair treat for this Sunday.

I have some other products under my cabinet that I do not like and cannot return. Suggestions ladies??

KinkyRN · Jul 27, 2017

curlyTisME said:
Yeah I will be picking up some CES this afternoon from Target. Might get a SM deep conditioner too. I need a hair treat for this Sunday.

I have some other products under my cabinet that I do not like and cannot return. Suggestions ladies??

Walgreens is still having a sale.

AgeinATL · Jul 27, 2017

victory777 said:
@AgeinATL and @ItsMeLilLucky
Yes, It wasn't anything coming out of those jars; and they were sitting on the porch for awhile before I came home.
@AgeinATL
It has such a creamy texture, but only a little is needed for my low-po fine texture. Of course, you guys have a lot more hair! As soon as I applied the Mango and Pumpkin Conditioner to my hair , i noticed that it was able to soak in nicely before I applied my conditioning cap .
It absorbs really well and rinses clean. I didn't notice any buildup or film on my hair, which is important since I'm wearing a flat twist/2 strand twist combo for a protective style . I also took a little and applied it as my leave-in. Again, no film or white cast noted on my hair.
This is my review for a first time use. However, I definitely would like to try more products, and I've been lurking on the Etsy site. The sale starts tomorrow.Based on the professionalism of this Etsy vendor, I definitely will continue to buy. I'm hoping for many more products!
ETA: Review of Kindred Butters (Etsy Vendor) : Mango and Pumpkin Conditioner

Thanks sis for the awesome review! She is a great vendor!

PJaye · Jul 27, 2017

SMH @ finding two discontinued products in my "collection". I had no idea I even owned these things (Pura Body Naturals Rhassoul Conditioning Kit and Ultra Sheen Duo Tex).

Sharpened · Jul 27, 2017

PJaye said:
Ultra Sheen Duo Tex

Whoa... That's like the HG of HGs, an OG of OGs as a matter of fact.

:amen:

Saludable84 · Jul 27, 2017

Sharpened said:
Whoa... That's like the HG of HGs, an OG of OGs as a matter of fact.

I miss that stuff.

Beachy · Jul 27, 2017

When you are posting from the parking lot of Rite Aid because you can catch your breath because you found the last SM Superfruit 10-n-1 Masque in your small town.

*Note to self* I WILL NOT BE WITHOUT MULTIPLES OF MY STAPLE PRODUCTS AGAIN!!!! :pullhair:

Crisis averted

IDareT'sHair · Jul 27, 2017

@Beachy Did you get in on the 50% HQS Sale B1G1 Free?

IDareT'sHair · Jul 27, 2017

@victory777

Excellent Review on Kindred Butters. :goodpost:

I agree. The Products are Great. Sales are Good and Customer Service has been stellar (so far).

I look for many good things from this particular vendor. I know she is really into Healthy Ha.ir Care just by her ingredients and her back story on her ETSY Page. :infatuated:

I love supporting the Handmade Naturals community and see BW Winning. :trophy:

victory777 · Jul 27, 2017

IDareT'sHair said:
@victory777

Excellent Review on Kindred Butters.

I agree. The Products are Great. Sales are Good and Customer Service has been stellar (so far).

I look for many good things from this particular vendor. I know she is really into Healthy Hair Care just by her ingredients and her back story on her ETSY Page.

I love supporting the Handmade Naturals community and see BW Winning.

I agree!! I enjoy seeing BW prosper.
****runs to read her back story****

Beachy · Jul 27, 2017

IDareT'sHair said:
@Beachy Did you get in on the 50% HQS Sale B1G1 Free?

I thought about it but I was little disappointed the last time I ordered from her. Everything I ordered came but the consistency was much lighter than my original orders and actually became a little frothy when I put them in my hair. My hair likes THICK conditioners, so with all the other challenges she was having I decided to end my brief affair with HQS.

FelaShrine · Jul 27, 2017

IDareT'sHair said:
@FelaShrine
Mielle Organics Babbasu & Mint. You can fine the Line at Sally.

Thank you

IDareT'sHair · Jul 27, 2017

FelaShrine said:
Thank you

@FelaShrine
They recently had these @ 3 $30.00. Not sure if the Mielle Sale is still going on? Perfect Blend of Protein & Moisture.

maxineshaw · Jul 28, 2017

I'm using a product that my hair loves and defines it like a dream. My twist outs actually look decent, and in 10 years of being natural that has never happened to me. Normally my twists look terrible (fine hair problems). Okay, they still do, but the twist out is on point. Only one problem: not black owned.

I only bought it because I might have to throw it in the trash when I move in a few weeks. :look:

I am planning on going back to Oyin and QB. There are several lovely black owned beauty supply stores that I am planning on throwing my hard earned coins at.

Feel like I'm pullin a Jesse Williams with my hair. Think I'll feel less guilty when I rub some BRBC in it.

Nightingale · Jul 28, 2017

I did find a way to stretch my wash days to 2x a month, but doing so required more regular manipulation than I am used to. I figure its better to end this experiment now, 1 month in, rather than wait longer and risk a setback. I am far too close to my next length goal to let that happen. Soooooo, I'm going back to weekly washes with a midweek moisturize and rebraid.

YvetteWithJoy · Jul 28, 2017

maxineshaw said:
I'm using a product that my hair loves and defines it like a dream. My twist outs actually look decent, and in 10 years of being natural that has never happened to me. Normally my twists look terrible (fine hair problems). Okay, they still do, but the twist out is on point. Only one problem: not black owned.

I only bought it because I might have to throw it in the trash when I move in a few weeks.

I am planning on going back to Oyin and QB. There are several lovely black owned beauty supply stores that I am planning on throwing my hard earned coins at.

Feel like I'm pullin a Jesse Williams with my hair. Think I'll feel less guilty when I rub some BRBC in it.

I might just keep using the cream! :look:

YvetteWithJoy · Jul 28, 2017

Macadamia nut butter reportedly is similar to sebum, chemical structure -wise. :scratchchin:

I'm attending a free natural hair conference tomorrow. They will have a natural hair fashion show at one point during the day. :up:

ItsMeLilLucky · Jul 28, 2017

@shortdub78 I finally flat ironed (sort of) my hair so I could attempt to clip the ends. I ran out of relaxer on the left side so that's why the right side looks less puffy. I'm not the best at flat ironing or trimming so there's that :lachen:

I didn't do the back since I can't see back there lol. I tried to take some good pics but it kinda didn't work out

Edit: I did take pictures but for some reason I can't upload them. I keep getting "there's a problem with your image"

CodeRed · Jul 28, 2017

I think I'm recovering from product junkism. I only have 6 products in my stash and since my conditioner is almost gone I need to go buy some next month. I feel good

Dayjoy · Jul 28, 2017

CodeRed said:
I think I'm recovering from product junkism. I only have 6 products in my stash and since my conditioner is almost gone I need to go buy some next month. I feel good

What?!?!? WOW!!!

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