Hair Lessons Learned in 2004
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kombov_dymond
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SG, I PMed you.
A_Christian
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Do's:
-Eat healthfully, take a good multi-vitamin, and drink lots of water!
(Healthy hair starts from the inside).
-Keep products that always work well for you in stock
-Use hair-friendly tools and accessories (Bone Combs, Seamless Combs,
and Silk Ribbons etc.....)
Don'ts:
-Use a lot of direct heat (i.e. Hot irons and blowdryers)
-Sleep without a silk or satin scarf, bonnet, or pillowcase
-Slack off on drinking water and taking vitamins
-Eat healthfully, take a good multi-vitamin, and drink lots of water!
(Healthy hair starts from the inside).
-Keep products that always work well for you in stock
-Use hair-friendly tools and accessories (Bone Combs, Seamless Combs,
and Silk Ribbons etc.....)
Don'ts:
-Use a lot of direct heat (i.e. Hot irons and blowdryers)
-Sleep without a silk or satin scarf, bonnet, or pillowcase
-Slack off on drinking water and taking vitamins
SouthernGirl
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kombov_dymond said:
Thanks Kombov!! I wrote U back
SouthernGirl
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Okay, I guess it's never too late to learn , but my hair grows uneven!
2004 was the first time I've had a totally blunt cut in about 11 years. I've just realized that I have to trim more often to keep it even. I rarely get split ends because I take so much care with doing my hair, but as it grows, I must cut often. Since I cut so sporadically last year (about 3x), I cut more to even. Since reaching my goal, I think I've cut about 3-4 inches
. I'm still farther along than I was this time last year, so I'm happy.
I have to update my regimen now to cut at each relaxer, about 4x per year. I want to maintain my length so I'll only cut about 1/2 inch each time I relax to keep it blunt and even.
, but my hair grows uneven!2004 was the first time I've had a totally blunt cut in about 11 years. I've just realized that I have to trim more often to keep it even. I rarely get split ends because I take so much care with doing my hair, but as it grows, I must cut often. Since I cut so sporadically last year (about 3x), I cut more to even. Since reaching my goal, I think I've cut about 3-4 inches
. I'm still farther along than I was this time last year, so I'm happy.I have to update my regimen now to cut at each relaxer, about 4x per year. I want to maintain my length so I'll only cut about 1/2 inch each time I relax to keep it blunt and even.
BAILEYSCREAM
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Do:
1.Detangle thouroughly after taking down braids and before washing (now I really need to chant this one like a mantra)
2. Wear satin scarf/bonnet at nighttime
3. Eat balanced diet
4. Take supplements consistently
5. Go to the gym to improve all round health and body circulation
6. Use products specific/suited for hair type
Don't:
1. Use excessive heat!
2. Be a product junkie
3. Use excessive colours and bleaches (dries hair out)
4. Use excessive heat
5. Overstretch touch-up time
1.Detangle thouroughly after taking down braids and before washing (now I really need to chant this one like a mantra
)2. Wear satin scarf/bonnet at nighttime
3. Eat balanced diet
4. Take supplements consistently
5. Go to the gym to improve all round health and body circulation
6. Use products specific/suited for hair type
Don't:
1. Use excessive heat!
2. Be a product junkie
3. Use excessive colours and bleaches (dries hair out)
4. Use excessive heat
5. Overstretch touch-up time
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SouthernGirl
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Hey Baileyscream 
ITA regarding stretching relaxers out 2 much. I did this and had way too much breakage. I still stretch, but not quite as long.
SG
ITA regarding stretching relaxers out 2 much. I did this and had way too much breakage. I still stretch, but not quite as long.
SG
BAILEYSCREAM
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SouthernGirl said:Hey Baileyscream
ITA regarding stretching relaxers out 2 much. I did this and had way too much breakage. I still stretch, but not quite as long.
SG
Hey SouthernGirl
,Same here. I was very upset because I had a lot of breakage when I took out my braids after 14 weeks. The only reason it happened was because I had over 8 weeks worth of new growth and then I left the braids in for an additional 14 weeks. It was "hello breakage", my hair was everywhere.
I guess I learned my lesson. 
No more overstretching for me.
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SouthernGirl
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Baileys,
That's awful. At least you know now! I guess moderation with everything is key- even when it comes to stretching relaxers
Take care,
SG
That's awful
. At least you know now! I guess moderation with everything is key- even when it comes to stretching relaxers Take care,
SG
BAILEYSCREAM
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SouthernGirl said:Baileys,
That's awful
Take care,
SG
Thanks Southern. I sure do.
crazyabouthair
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What I learned is that I can't relax my own hair. Broke off my hair something terrible and had to start over.
BAILEYSCREAM
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Bumping for Newbies
ProjectWLhair
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Oldie but goodie,, Something for the newbies to dwell on!! 
lamaria211
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this is a great thread can we start up a newer version????
Janet'
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DO:
1. Focus on hair health, length will come
2. Be patient..."A watched pot never boils"
3. Be balanced: Jumping on EVERY bandwagon is not healthy for you or your hair
4. Find a good regimen and stick with it...If it's working for you, don't stop!
5. Enjoy the Hair Journey...If it's not fun or interesting, you won't stick with it
DON'T:
1. Compare your hair to others...that will just lead to misery. Just because her hair grows at x rate, doesn't mean yours will (even if you are hair "twins")
2. Be afraid to ask questions...There are some really knowledgeable ladies on this site- TAKE ADVANTAGE
3. Let 1 (or 2 or 3) haters stop your show...Do you and be proud!
I'm sure I can think of more...
1. Focus on hair health, length will come
2. Be patient..."A watched pot never boils"
3. Be balanced: Jumping on EVERY bandwagon is not healthy for you or your hair
4. Find a good regimen and stick with it...If it's working for you, don't stop!
5. Enjoy the Hair Journey...If it's not fun or interesting, you won't stick with it
DON'T:
1. Compare your hair to others...that will just lead to misery. Just because her hair grows at x rate, doesn't mean yours will (even if you are hair "twins")
2. Be afraid to ask questions...There are some really knowledgeable ladies on this site- TAKE ADVANTAGE
3. Let 1 (or 2 or 3) haters stop your show...Do you and be proud!
I'm sure I can think of more...
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