Update

[carrie]

Just wanted to say hi to everyone and give a quick hair update. I pop in everyonce in a while, but have just been kinda lurking. We have so many new members, this place is helping alot of people.

Well I got my hair braided on Jan 20th using the Toyokalon wet n wavy hair. IMO save your money on this kind of hair. I like their yaky straight one and the one with the slight wave better. This one doesn't wave up when wet. Its a nice light hair so my head doesn't feel heavy. I ended up dipping it like I do to the normal Kanekalon hair for it to curl.

I do have some growth going on. I was suppose to get a touch last weekend but could not because of the snow, so I am going this week. My routine has been very simple. Wash and condition once a week with diluted Pantene Sleek and Smooth line. Spray with S-Curl every night and use a combo of macadamia nut, peppermint and vitamin e oils on my scalp every other day. I have no build up nor any problems with itching.

I plan on keeping these a while longer (with my touch ups) and I'd like to try twists when these come out. I am trying NOT to get a relaxer unt July (my next competition)

 

[kasey]

Thanks for the update Carrie. Your simple routine seems to be working well for you. How is it going with the Nioxin NX3? --kc

 

[Armyqt]

Hi Carrie /images/graemlins/wave.gif Nice to "see" you here. Your regime sounds very simple, which makes it easy to be consistent. I'm loving the smell of peppermint oil. It's awesome!! If u get a chance, drop in and let us know how the touch-up goes. Good luck on your competition. /images/graemlins/smile.gif

 

[Amethyst]

Hi Carrie /images/graemlins/wave.gif

I love the simplicity of your routine as well /images/graemlins/smile.gif Hey that peppermint oil is real nice /images/graemlins/smile.gif As I've already said to you, I know you have a very busy schedule but it is good to see you drop by every now and again /images/graemlins/grin.gif btw, thanks for the great review of Joyce Vedral's books! I need to start an exercise regimen and her program really looks like It'll really get the job done with me!

Amethyst

 

[Jenai]

Hey Carrie, nice to hear from you again. Sounds like you got a good routine going on. do you feel that the extra conditioning (esp with the S-curl) has counteracted the post-workout hair issues (sweat-salt) you were having?

 

[adrienne0914]

hi, carrie!

i'm glad the braids and simple routine are working for you. keep us posted on your progress. /images/graemlins/smile.gif

adrienne

 

[hairfanatic]

Hi Carrie /images/graemlins/wave.gif

It's nice to here from you! /images/graemlins/smile.gif Thank you for the review on the Toyokalon hair. It sounds like what you are doing is really working for you and that's great! /images/graemlins/wink.gif

 

[londongirl3]

I did read your comments recently on the massive amount of protein that you take. /images/graemlins/shocked.gif Good luck in the competition!!

I saw your photos a while back when I was a lurker, you have great hair and it's good that it's growing!!

 

[sweetcocoa]

Hey Carrie! Your routine sounds like a winner...just like you will be. Keep us updated! You are our Representative!

 

[Leigh]

Hey Girl,/images/graemlins/wave.gif

I'm glad your hair's doing good. Where did you get the macadamia nut oil?

Leigh

 

[LondonDiva]

Hey Carrie /images/graemlins/wave.gif Nice to see you on the board again

How is that problem spot going. Is it any better yet?

 

[Allandra]

So, you like the Pantene Smooth and Sleek too.

 

[VALLEYGIRL]

Hey Carrie
Good to see you!
Glad you popped in.
I am glad you are liking the Pantene Smooth and Sleek too.

Valleygirl

 

[pebbles]

Hi Carrie,

Nice to hear from you. Glad the braids are working out for you! /images/graemlins/smile.gif

 

[carrie]

Kasey - I stopped the NX3 when I got the braids. It was just pure laziness on my part. I was forgetting to use it consistantly and figured I just try to save a little money.

Amethyst - Good luck with the book. Like I said I think she is very informative.

GiGi - Right now I amnot sweating as much because I am not doing any cardio. I sweat some when I lift, but not enough to warrant the daily washings. I wash once a week (Usually Sunday) and if it feels a little gross, I'll rinse it in the shower during the week.

Leigh - I got the oil from the supermarket. They had some "gourmet" oils and I remember somone mentioning the macadamia nut oil here. It was cheap so I said what the heck!

LondonDiva - The spot seems better. There is definitely new growth in that area. Hopefully the break from relaxers will do some good.

Everyone else - Thank you for the well wishes. I will keep you all posted on my hair and competitions! And I promise to try and be more active here.

Carrie /images/graemlins/grin.gif