GettingKinky
Well-Known Member
@YvetteWithJoy how do you keep your roots from reverting when you exercise?
If I could figure that out I would be a straight hair natural.
If I could figure that out I would be a straight hair natural.
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YvetteWithJoy
On break
Hey, lady!
The internet ate up my post to you! Aargh!
I'll try to retype it. Please excuse my typos and the bags under my eyes: It's been a long while since I've slept. I'll make up for it soon.
To answer your question, I think it's a combination of a few things:
- The products that the stylist used are blocking moisture and preventing reversion like nobody's business. She said that she applied three products before blow drying . . . then applied one of those three again to flat iron. (Please see my comment below.)
- My apologies in advance for this strange-sounding bullet point, lol: I don't sweat a lot, even when I exercise really hard for a good while. I just glisten mainly. For example, today with little one at the water park, folks around me were legit sweating. I was only glistening: A very thin later of water formed on my skin and scalp, but none rolled down my face, neck, etc.
- I wear a Dri Sweat Edge Active Wear Headband that I got from Sally's, and I don't know HOW it does it, but is keeping my edges dry.
- When I exercise hard or somewhere hot, like during hours of vigorous line dancing or during kettlebell workouts, I make sure to put my hair in a high bun and wear the Dri headband. Due to this my roots DO look different than they did on Day 1, but not too visibly so, even to the close-up naked eye (please see the photo below and the photos linked).
This morning, Day 16:
Other photos taken this morning:
https://blossomingfitnatural.files.wordpress.com/2018/06/img_20180602_225118.jpg (flat twist take down)
https://blossomingfitnatural.files.wordpress.com/2018/06/img_20180602_102540.jpg
https://blossomingfitnatural.files.wordpress.com/2018/06/img_20180602_102744.jpg
About the products the stylist told me she used:
She applied Biotera Anti-frizz Intense Smoothing Conditioner and steamed that into my hair for 20 or 30 minutes. It contains silicone. It's inexpensive at Sally's.
She then applied three products (I'm not sure of the order):
1. Beyond the Zone Protein Cocktail,
2. Generic Value Products Leave-in with Keratin (designed to perform like the It's a 10 leave-in with keratin), and
3. Generic Value Products Silk Remedy (designed to perform like a certain Chi product, I can't remember which but the GVP bottle should say)
However, I could have sworn that while I was seated in her chair she said something like, "Yeah, one of the products I'll be using on your hair is veeeeery expensive." I could be wrong! Maybe I simply misheard?!?? I went back and asked her by email to tell me what all was used to get my hair straightened. She mentioned only the three products above.
I don't know if this helps, but I wanted to be sure to answer your question in detail before logging off for a spell. If you need clarification or have further questions, please feel free to contact me at my blog.
Take care, lady! Your hair is pretty!
GettingKinky
Well-Known Member
Thanks @YvetteWithJoy! I really appreciate you taking the time to write out that response (twice)
I wish I didn’t sweat. I’m going to have to try that headband and see if to works for me. I’ve tried puting my hair in tight pony tail, but my roots still revert and my hair ends up looking wiggy (pin straight hair on an inch of really puffy roots)
I wish I didn’t sweat. I’m going to have to try that headband and see if to works for me. I’ve tried puting my hair in tight pony tail, but my roots still revert and my hair ends up looking wiggy (pin straight hair on an inch of really puffy roots)
YvetteWithJoy
On break
I've only tried one dry shampoo so far -- Cantu's. I am the exact opposite of a Cantu "fan" (none of their stuff works on my hair), but I do like the dry shampoo and the ACV root rinse a LOT. I originally bought the dry shampoo to help de-shine my protective style wigs. I was so glad I had it in the house the other day, though!!! My scalp started itching like CRAZY. I used a bit, but the Cantu dry shampoo did the trick, and I've hardly had any itchies since.
CurlyWhoCrux
Well-Known Member
Hi!
I logged back in because I think I want to become a straight-and/or-stretched haired natural . . . and I have a few questions.
Your hair looks awesome!
Also, your smile makes me so genuinely happy. Like just seeing you smile makes me smile lol.
waff
Well-Known Member
Thank you! <3 I can totally relate to how easy straight hair is. I am a student and I work so I do not have much time for my hair. Straight hair is very convenient for me and it makes my life a little bit less stressful@waff, your hair is really pretty!
Thank you
I will def try that out! I do use edge control sometimes, I have the one from cream of nature and it's okay but nothing spectacular. I def need to start looking for some new ones that might work better.I use batiste dry shampoo. It's not too pricey and it comes in different scents. I hear some really good things about living proof dry shampoo. It's on the pricier side but I might end up getting next time I go to Ulta.
My trick with dry shampoo is that I use it before my roots get too oily. And I use it at night before bed, Brush it in and in the morning it looks way better then spraying it right away and heading out. It also gives a chance for the white cast to go away. I tried batiste for brunettes and it does not work the same for some reason.
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waff
Well-Known Member
Hey, lady!
The internet ate up my post to you! Aargh!
I'll try to retype it. Please excuse my typos and the bags under my eyes: It's been a long while since I've slept. I'll make up for it soon.
To answer your question, I think it's a combination of a few things:
The only "problem" area I have so far is my nape. It's a little fuzzy. I think it would be worse if not for the Dri headband, which I place to cover my nape. Thankfully my hair is long enough to completely cover up this area, so it's not an issue.
- The products that the stylist used are blocking moisture and preventing reversion like nobody's business. She said that she applied three products before blow drying . . . then applied one of those three again to flat iron. (Please see my comment below.)
- My apologies in advance for this strange-sounding bullet point, lol: I don't sweat a lot, even when I exercise really hard for a good while. I just glisten mainly. For example, today with little one at the water park, folks around me were legit sweating. I was only glistening: A very thin later of water formed on my skin and scalp, but none rolled down my face, neck, etc.
- I wear a Dri Sweat Edge Active Wear Headband that I got from Sally's, and I don't know HOW it does it, but is keeping my edges dry.
- When I exercise hard or somewhere hot, like during hours of vigorous line dancing or during kettlebell workouts, I make sure to put my hair in a high bun and wear the Dri headband. Due to this my roots DO look different than they did on Day 1, but not too visibly so, even to the close-up naked eye (please see the photo below and the photos linked).
This morning, Day 16:
Other photos taken this morning:
https://blossomingfitnatural.files.wordpress.com/2018/06/img_20180602_225118.jpg (flat twist take down)
https://blossomingfitnatural.files.wordpress.com/2018/06/img_20180602_102540.jpg
https://blossomingfitnatural.files.wordpress.com/2018/06/img_20180602_102744.jpg
About the products the stylist told me she used:
She applied Biotera Anti-frizz Intense Smoothing Conditioner and steamed that into my hair for 20 or 30 minutes. It contains silicone. It's inexpensive at Sally's.
She then applied three products (I'm not sure of the order):
1. Beyond the Zone Protein Cocktail,
2. Generic Value Products Leave-in with Keratin (designed to perform like the It's a 10 leave-in with keratin), and
3. Generic Value Products Silk Remedy (designed to perform like a certain Chi product, I can't remember which but the GVP bottle should say)
However, I could have sworn that while I was seated in her chair she said something like, "Yeah, one of the products I'll be using on your hair is veeeeery expensive." I could be wrong! Maybe I simply misheard?!?? I went back and asked her by email to tell me what all was used to get my hair straightened. She mentioned only the three products above.
I don't know if this helps, but I wanted to be sure to answer your question in detail before logging off for a spell. If you need clarification or have further questions, please feel free to contact me at my blog.
Take care, lady! Your hair is pretty!
You hair is holding out so well! Looking as awesome as always. Good products make the biggest difference honestly. I love your updates, keep em coming
waff
Well-Known Member
I curled my hair yesterday for the first time using the Conair curling wand:
Sorry, I am wearing all black so that doesn't help showcase well. I didn't do too bad for a beginner I guess but I really liked it for change. I almost burned my ear though so I gotta be careful with that
I might try it again next week and If I mess up I will just wear it in a bun lol
Today my hair is washed, blowdried and ready for flat ironing tonight. I like watching TV while doing my hair to make it go by faster.
Sorry, I am wearing all black so that doesn't help showcase well. I didn't do too bad for a beginner I guess but I really liked it for change. I almost burned my ear though so I gotta be careful with that
I might try it again next week and If I mess up I will just wear it in a bun lolToday my hair is washed, blowdried and ready for flat ironing tonight. I like watching TV while doing my hair to make it go by faster.
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Aveda dry shampoo is awesome...it gives me an extra week of straight hair that I normally wouldn't get because after 3 weeks my scalp gets itchy. I apply to the roots all over at night and in the morning it has worked wonders! Aveda is a little pricey but good quality products.
SlimPickinz
Summer where are you?
waff
Well-Known Member
They held up "okay" the next day. But to be fair I just threw my hair in a bun when I went to sleep. I am a total new bee when it comes to using wand curling iron and I am still trying to figure it out. I watched so many videos and they make it look sooo easy. In reality I am struggling to get one decent looking curl without burning my ears or scalp@waff how did the curls hold up? My curls do not last when I wand curl but I will continue to tryI love the look on my natural hair.
Do you use any hairspray to hold the curls?SlimPickinz
Summer where are you?
Sometimes I’ll use hairspray after but it rarely makes a difference. It takes practice to hold the wand right but once you get the motion down it’s easy.They held up "okay" the next day. But to be fair I just threw my hair in a bun when I went to sleep. I am a total new bee when it comes to using wand curling iron and I am still trying to figure it out. I watched so many videos and they make it look sooo easy. In reality I am struggling to get one decent looking curl without burning my ears or scalp
Thanks for the recs, ladies. I’ve actually tried all of those dry shampoos but I never liked the end result if I used as directed. My roots would look dry and poofy and the rest of my hair stringy, despite me brushing it through.
I sprayed some dry shampoo on a non-vented paddle brush and brushed through my hair and it came out much better! Not too dry/poofy at the root and and even result from root to end. My hair is so finicky lol
I sprayed some dry shampoo on a non-vented paddle brush and brushed through my hair and it came out much better! Not too dry/poofy at the root and and even result from root to end. My hair is so finicky lol
waff
Well-Known Member
That's a really good idea! I have never thought of doing that before. I will give it a try this week and see how it works
YvetteWithJoy
On break
Wow! That is one of the kindest things anyone has ever said to me. THANK YOU!
You hair is holding out so well! Looking as awesome as always. Good products make the biggest difference honestly. I love your updates, keep em coming
Thank you!
YvetteWithJoy
On break
Well, I had to wash.
I reached day 21 (or 22, depending on how you count), and I asked my husband if he thought I could get another week out of it. He looked at my scalp and said, "I see flakes or dandruff or something." So I washed.
I didn't realize it, but my scalp was SUPER SORE.
I don't know, you guys. I might not be able to get 3 weeks out of every straightening.
Here are update photos:
1. Two braids installed on straight hair for an easy braid-out:
https://blossomingfitnatural.files.wordpress.com/2018/06/img_20180603_0713021.jpg
2. The braid-out:
a. Leaning to better show texture: https://blossomingfitnatural.files.wordpress.com/2018/06/img_20180603_071832.jpg
b. Straight ahead: https://blossomingfitnatural.files.wordpress.com/2018/06/img_20180603_071752-e1528171332879.jpg
3. Hair just before I decided to wash it. *sniffle* It was so easy when it was straight!!!
https://blossomingfitnatural.files.wordpress.com/2018/06/img_20180607_115527.jpg
4. Results of experimental wash and go (the first curly style after wearing hair straight for 3 weeks):
https://blossomingfitnatural.files.wordpress.com/2018/06/img_20180608_063932-e1528610308690.jpg
For today's wash day, I started at 7:15 PM. It's 1:06 AM and I'm under the dryer. I had to tell our oldest that I couldn't watch a TV show with him because I was still doing my hair, but that I would tomorrow.
I guess after I let my hair finish resting (curly) this week, I will attempt to healthily straighten my hair myself. I'll try to log back in and report back.
I reached day 21 (or 22, depending on how you count), and I asked my husband if he thought I could get another week out of it. He looked at my scalp and said, "I see flakes or dandruff or something." So I washed.
I didn't realize it, but my scalp was SUPER SORE.
I don't know, you guys. I might not be able to get 3 weeks out of every straightening.Here are update photos:
1. Two braids installed on straight hair for an easy braid-out:
https://blossomingfitnatural.files.wordpress.com/2018/06/img_20180603_0713021.jpg
2. The braid-out:
a. Leaning to better show texture: https://blossomingfitnatural.files.wordpress.com/2018/06/img_20180603_071832.jpg
b. Straight ahead: https://blossomingfitnatural.files.wordpress.com/2018/06/img_20180603_071752-e1528171332879.jpg
3. Hair just before I decided to wash it. *sniffle* It was so easy when it was straight!!!
https://blossomingfitnatural.files.wordpress.com/2018/06/img_20180607_115527.jpg
4. Results of experimental wash and go (the first curly style after wearing hair straight for 3 weeks):
https://blossomingfitnatural.files.wordpress.com/2018/06/img_20180608_063932-e1528610308690.jpg
For today's wash day, I started at 7:15 PM. It's 1:06 AM and I'm under the dryer. I had to tell our oldest that I couldn't watch a TV show with him because I was still doing my hair, but that I would tomorrow.
I guess after I let my hair finish resting (curly) this week, I will attempt to healthily straighten my hair myself. I'll try to log back in and report back.
Well, I had to wash.
I reached day 21 (or 22, depending on how you count), and I asked my husband if he thought I could get another week out of it. He looked at my scalp and said, "I see flakes or dandruff or something." So I washed.
I didn't realize it, but my scalp was SUPER SORE.
Here are update photos:
1. Two braids installed on straight hair for an easy braid-out:
https://blossomingfitnatural.files.wordpress.com/2018/06/img_20180603_0713021.jpg
2. The braid-out:
a. Leaning to better show texture: https://blossomingfitnatural.files.wordpress.com/2018/06/img_20180603_071832.jpg
b. Straight ahead: https://blossomingfitnatural.files.wordpress.com/2018/06/img_20180603_071752-e1528171332879.jpg
3. Hair just before I decided to wash it. *sniffle* It was so easy when it was straight!!!
https://blossomingfitnatural.files.wordpress.com/2018/06/img_20180607_115527.jpg
4. Results of experimental wash and go (the first curly style after wearing hair straight for 3 weeks):
https://blossomingfitnatural.files.wordpress.com/2018/06/img_20180608_063932-e1528610308690.jpg
For today's wash day, I started at 7:15 PM. It's 1:06 AM and I'm under the dryer. I had to tell our oldest that I couldn't watch a TV show with him because I was still doing my hair, but that I would tomorrow.
I guess after I let my hair finish resting (curly) this week, I will attempt to healthily straighten my hair myself. I'll try to log back in and report back.
Your hair still looked really good! I love the ease of straight hair too; but, I can usually only go about 2 weeks without washing it. After about a week and a half my scalp isn’t having it!
waff
Well-Known Member
Your hair looked pretty good in both states straight or curly! I totally feel you in the scalp department. My scalp does not play, after a week it needs to be washed period or I will suffering the severe consequencesWell, I had to wash.
I reached day 21 (or 22, depending on how you count), and I asked my husband if he thought I could get another week out of it. He looked at my scalp and said, "I see flakes or dandruff or something." So I washed.
I didn't realize it, but my scalp was SUPER SORE.
Here are update photos:
1. Two braids installed on straight hair for an easy braid-out:
https://blossomingfitnatural.files.wordpress.com/2018/06/img_20180603_0713021.jpg
2. The braid-out:
a. Leaning to better show texture: https://blossomingfitnatural.files.wordpress.com/2018/06/img_20180603_071832.jpg
b. Straight ahead: https://blossomingfitnatural.files.wordpress.com/2018/06/img_20180603_071752-e1528171332879.jpg
3. Hair just before I decided to wash it. *sniffle* It was so easy when it was straight!!!
https://blossomingfitnatural.files.wordpress.com/2018/06/img_20180607_115527.jpg
4. Results of experimental wash and go (the first curly style after wearing hair straight for 3 weeks):
https://blossomingfitnatural.files.wordpress.com/2018/06/img_20180608_063932-e1528610308690.jpg
For today's wash day, I started at 7:15 PM. It's 1:06 AM and I'm under the dryer. I had to tell our oldest that I couldn't watch a TV show with him because I was still doing my hair, but that I would tomorrow.
I guess after I let my hair finish resting (curly) this week, I will attempt to healthily straighten my hair myself. I'll try to log back in and report back.
BeautifulRoots
Well-Known Member
Well, I had to wash.
I reached day 21 (or 22, depending on how you count), and I asked my husband if he thought I could get another week out of it. He looked at my scalp and said, "I see flakes or dandruff or something." So I washed.
I didn't realize it, but my scalp was SUPER SORE.
Here are update photos:
1. Two braids installed on straight hair for an easy braid-out:
https://blossomingfitnatural.files.wordpress.com/2018/06/img_20180603_0713021.jpg
2. The braid-out:
a. Leaning to better show texture: https://blossomingfitnatural.files.wordpress.com/2018/06/img_20180603_071832.jpg
b. Straight ahead: https://blossomingfitnatural.files.wordpress.com/2018/06/img_20180603_071752-e1528171332879.jpg
3. Hair just before I decided to wash it. *sniffle* It was so easy when it was straight!!!
https://blossomingfitnatural.files.wordpress.com/2018/06/img_20180607_115527.jpg
4. Results of experimental wash and go (the first curly style after wearing hair straight for 3 weeks):
https://blossomingfitnatural.files.wordpress.com/2018/06/img_20180608_063932-e1528610308690.jpg
For today's wash day, I started at 7:15 PM. It's 1:06 AM and I'm under the dryer. I had to tell our oldest that I couldn't watch a TV show with him because I was still doing my hair, but that I would tomorrow.
I guess after I let my hair finish resting (curly) this week, I will attempt to healthily straighten my hair myself. I'll try to log back in and report back.
You and your hair is so pretty! It looks really good, surprising that those pics were 3 weeks in.
YvetteWithJoy
On break
Your hair looked pretty good in both states straight or curly! I totally feel you in the scalp department. My scalp does not play, after a week it needs to be washed period or I will suffering the severe consequences
Thank you so much!
YvetteWithJoy
On break
I've prepped my hair for straightening in the next 1-3 days. I'm using SistaWithRealHair's method of wrapping my hair in satin strips. I'll update when I have one.
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YvetteWithJoy
On break
I just finished straightening. Here are pictures of the results and process:
https://blossomingfitnatural.files.wordpress.com/2018/06/img_20180621_194904.jpg
https://blossomingfitnatural.files.wordpress.com/2018/06/img_20180621_194946.jpg
https://blossomingfitnatural.files.wordpress.com/2018/06/img_20180621_165007.jpg
https://blossomingfitnatural.files.wordpress.com/2018/06/img_20180621_181220.jpg
https://blossomingfitnatural.files.wordpress.com/2018/06/img_20180621_181338.jpg
https://blossomingfitnatural.files.wordpress.com/2018/06/img_20180621_194847.jpg
Details:
I started out with hair stretched via SistaWithRealHair's satin strip banding method. I brushed Tresemme Heat Tamer through each section. Then I used the Ion Steam Pro Brush on 375. I then went over it with a flat iron on 375.
I sustained a little damage. I'm not sure if the benefits will outweigh the costs. Also, I don't know how humidity resistant this will be. If the humidity tomorrow is a problem, I'll add another product next time (something humidity blocking,).
Overall, I am happy with the results.
https://blossomingfitnatural.files.wordpress.com/2018/06/img_20180621_194904.jpg
https://blossomingfitnatural.files.wordpress.com/2018/06/img_20180621_194946.jpg
https://blossomingfitnatural.files.wordpress.com/2018/06/img_20180621_165007.jpg
https://blossomingfitnatural.files.wordpress.com/2018/06/img_20180621_181220.jpg
https://blossomingfitnatural.files.wordpress.com/2018/06/img_20180621_181338.jpg
https://blossomingfitnatural.files.wordpress.com/2018/06/img_20180621_194847.jpg
Details:
I started out with hair stretched via SistaWithRealHair's satin strip banding method. I brushed Tresemme Heat Tamer through each section. Then I used the Ion Steam Pro Brush on 375. I then went over it with a flat iron on 375.
I sustained a little damage. I'm not sure if the benefits will outweigh the costs. Also, I don't know how humidity resistant this will be. If the humidity tomorrow is a problem, I'll add another product next time (something humidity blocking,).
Overall, I am happy with the results.
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Looks good, how do you know you sustained damage? Also I have the Ion Pro and used it once. I like the Revlon brush so much better.
YvetteWithJoy
On break
Thanks! I've been loving your hair progress.
I had some tiny hair in the sink and more than I'd like in my brushes. I should have been a little more specific: I meant damage as in breakage.
Aside:
I doubt I have heat damage, but sadly, I'm too tired of struggling with the time sink of natural hair to be too worried about heat damage. I'm usually in a low hanging ponytail puff that would conceal most heat damage. So trying to master straightening is worth the small risk to me, right now. If I get heat damage that ruins natural styling, I'll just relax it all and go natural again later.
About the ion steam pro:
I was afraid to use it on 410 because I read a scientific article about hair and temperature. If I had used 410 or higher, it would have gotten my hair super sleek, no flat iron needed. I love that thing. It has my hair feeling amazing.
About the Revlon:
I have something similar but better. I might try it next time instead of SistaWithRealHair's satin strip method. It is the reason for my damage, in my opinion. My hair didn't get as straight as hers did, and it took me a hot second to adjust and work it out.
Thanks! I've been loving your hair progress.
I had some tiny hair in the sink and more than I'd like in my brushes. I should have been a little more specific: I meant damage as in breakage.
Aside:
I doubt I have heat damage, but sadly, I'm too tired of struggling with the time sink of natural hair to be too worried about heat damage. I'm usually in a low hanging ponytail puff that would conceal most heat damage. So trying to master straightening is worth the small risk to me, right now. If I get heat damage that ruins natural styling, I'll just relax it all and go natural again later.
About the ion steam pro:
I was afraid to use it on 410 because I read a scientific article about hair and temperature. If I had used 410 or higher, it would have gotten my hair super sleek, no flat iron needed. I love that thing. It has my hair feeling amazing.
About the Revlon:
I have something similar but better. I might try it next time instead of SistaWithRealHair's satin strip method. It is the reason for my damage, in my opinion. My hair didn't get as straight as hers did, and it took me a hot second to adjust and work it out.
Ok makes sense on the breakage. Even though I have thick hair, I didn't like how my hair went through the Ion Pro. I gave it to my sister for her clients.
YvetteWithJoy
On break
That makes sense.
I'm going to stay open to yours and others suggestions, because I'm new to straightening. I really appreciate your comments.
I think I've got the steam pro mastered. It seems so gentle and nondamaging now that I've practiced with it.
My issue seems to be the banding method. I had a lot of knots! Removing them caused some breakage. I'm crossing my fingers that if I don't band next time, breakage should be greatly reduced.
However, at some point, I will try the process without the ion steam pro and compare breakage.
YvetteWithJoy
On break
Ladies, what is the healthiest flat iron I can buy? Thanks!
Prettymetty
Natural/4b/medium-coarse
My hair is reverting too quickly this summer. I'm currently washing twice a week and by day 2 or 3 my roots are crinkly. I'll use smaller sections today, and make sure I do a really good blowout. I'm gonna switch up my heat protectant too. I'll use the Chi cream that promises to last through 5 washes.
We'll see...
We'll see...
SlimPickinz
Summer where are you?
I just got this CHI handle-less blow dryer and I love it. It's currently on sale at JCP. I have BSL hair at the moment and it took me 15 minutes to blow dry my hair. With my regular blow dryer it takes about 45 minutes.
I added the link for JCP. It's not an ad link like the site has been using as of recent.
I added the link for JCP. It's not an ad link like the site has been using as of recent.
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