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Post by Bunny Hop on Apr 26, 2010 12:46:30 GMT -5
My favs are Summer sunshine and rosemary lavender along. I'm adding coconut milk to the list. I gotta wash my hair today, my scalp is out of control.
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Post by LejaOMG on Apr 26, 2010 12:53:03 GMT -5
yeah; that QP shampoo is the troof. It took me forever to notice that there were no sulfites in it. I had stopped using it for no reason!
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Post by Chal™ on May 6, 2010 23:16:26 GMT -5
CRISIS!!!!!
10 months in and I CAN'T FEEL MY SCALP!!!! There's this rug or something covering it. lol
Seriously, though what can i do to make this ish easy to comb through? WITOUT using [too much, if any] heat or creamy crack?
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Post by Oren Ishii on May 7, 2010 0:41:44 GMT -5
Only comb your hair out when it's WET.
Spray your hair to dampness.
Then you're going to have to comb it out (sorry in advance ((HUG))
After that, divide it into 4 sections & 2-strand twist each of them (this worked wonders for me!)
Co-Wash it, and then DC. When you wash out your DC, use a bit of your cond. as a leave in to moisturize.
Comb through, then set/style like you want.
Girl! I cannot tell you how much agony this has saved me!
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Post by Bunny Hop on May 7, 2010 2:14:18 GMT -5
I rarely comb but when I do my hair is always wet and I'm usually detangling (with conditioner). Muse gave GREAT advice. Just remember that you can't treat your natural hair/new growth like your relaxed hair...combing and brushing everyday isn't a necessity and it could do more harm that good.
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Post by LejaOMG on May 7, 2010 9:00:23 GMT -5
yeah; nobody told me about Muse's 4-section theory until it didn't matter anymore. I still wash my weaves using that method though.
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Post by Chal™ on May 7, 2010 9:35:33 GMT -5
So there IS hope?!?!
*wipes brow*
Whew!!! lol
I don't comb it everyday. This tantrum came about after I'd washed it and tried to grease my scalp. I'm dealing with three different textures now: Carpet, Shrubbery, and leftover relaxed hair. I wash and DC it, pull it back. Throw on a stocking cap and a lace front or quick weave and call it a day. Mostly the wigs, though, because I like being able to take em off everyday to leat my head breathe.
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Post by peppermint on May 7, 2010 10:36:26 GMT -5
So there IS hope?!?! *wipes brow* Whew!!! lol I don't comb it everyday. This tantrum came about after I'd washed it and tried to grease my scalp. I'm dealing with three different textures now: Carpet, Shrubbery, and leftover relaxed hair. I wash and DC it, pull it back. Throw on a stocking cap and a lace front or quick weave and call it a day. Mostly the wigs, though, because I like being able to take em off everyday to leat my head breathe. An odd tip I discovered several years ago. Now it's odd and will sound uncomfortable but if it hurts too much to comb it try this: apply a GENEROUS amount of leave in conditioner before you go to bed, put on a shower cap, then head wrap. When you wake up in the morning, rinse. It will not only be easier to comb but much softer. Also if you miss the application of the creamy crack, you can always get one of those color applicator brushes and apply your deep conditioner that way. You would leave it on the same as you would the creamy crack then rinse. Sometimes this helps with the psychological need to "get your hair did." |
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Post by Chal™ on May 7, 2010 10:38:26 GMT -5
thanks, pep. I'll try that this weekend.
and thanks, ladies, for the advice and imput
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Post by Oren Ishii on May 7, 2010 12:20:31 GMT -5
*smiles*
I'm glad to help. I went through WHOLE lot of mental/emotional stress when I first started b/c we didn't have all the resources we have now.
I KNOW how it is, girl.
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Post by nsync on May 7, 2010 12:52:08 GMT -5
I can't believe I am coming up on my 7th year natural!
How long have the rest of you been natural?
I am sorry if you all said it---I haven't been following this particular natural thread much because I have been flat ironing my hair since some time last year. I needed more straightening tips than texture tips.
My texture is totally busted after all the straightening. I expected it. I have considered another big chop. YIPPEEE...sigh it will be so exhilarating. After that I am seriously considering doing locs FOR REAL this time. lol
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Post by Bunny Hop on May 7, 2010 13:39:53 GMT -5
@chal: Have you thought about braiding or twisting it and then putting your hair on? I wonder if that will cut down on some of the tangling.
@outtie: It'll be 2 years for me in July. I transitioned for so long that it feels like I've been natural much longer, LOL.
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Post by peppermint on May 7, 2010 13:41:43 GMT -5
This time around... 11 months
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Post by Chal™ on May 7, 2010 13:45:07 GMT -5
@chal: Have you thought about braiding or twisting it and then putting your hair on? I wonder if that will cut down on some of the tangling. i hadn't thought of that. I'm gonna try that this weekend as well. By braiding, do you mean cornrows to the scalp or plats? |
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Post by Oren Ishii on May 7, 2010 13:45:17 GMT -5
Been in the game since the end of '02, so almost 8 years.
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Post by peppermint on May 7, 2010 13:53:20 GMT -5
@chal: Have you thought about braiding or twisting it and then putting your hair on? I wonder if that will cut down on some of the tangling. i hadn't thought of that. I'm gonna try that this weekend as well. By braiding, do you mean cornrows to the scalp or plats? Either way but if you are doing a wig, I'd say to the scalp. Bun may feel differently |
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Post by Oren Ishii on May 7, 2010 14:12:40 GMT -5
Okay, I have NEVER worn a wig & only had pieces of weave put into my hair to fill out my updo for Prom years ago.
I heard that you can weave your hair & make it look shorter now. Is that true?
I'd like to try a short cut look for a little while (granted, if I get booked I won't be able to keep it). Would a wig.weave work better for that?
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Post by Chal™ on May 7, 2010 14:22:16 GMT -5
yes, you can and yes, it will
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Post by Hummy Jones on May 7, 2010 14:23:05 GMT -5
Leja: Tried the Burt's Bees and LOVE it! I won't be using ion shampoo from Sally's anymore.
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Post by Bunny Hop on May 7, 2010 14:40:59 GMT -5
i hadn't thought of that. I'm gonna try that this weekend as well. By braiding, do you mean cornrows to the scalp or plats? Either way but if you are doing a wig, I'd say to the scalp. Bun may feel differently This is exactly what I was going to say! |
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Post by Oren Ishii on May 7, 2010 14:45:04 GMT -5
Which one chal...Will a wig or a weave look more natural? I figure a wig as a better investment for when I get booked b/c I'll have to go back to long & straight for shooting. yes, you can and yes, it will |
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Post by Chal™ on May 7, 2010 15:01:22 GMT -5
there are wigs that are natural looking. a lace front would probaby be best. the maintaince for wigs are fairly easy, AND you can switch it up whenever. Also, you dont have to wotty about glue. contrary to popular belief, lace fronts dont HAVE to be glued on. you can use the little combs
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Post by nsync on May 7, 2010 15:42:48 GMT -5
Wow two year Bun? It seems like yesterday... Pep happy anniversary!  Muse "old head in the game. |
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Post by Bathroom Model on May 7, 2010 15:45:23 GMT -5
I Will learn to do FLAT TWIST THIS WEEKEND
I Will learn to do FLAT TWIST THIS WEEKEND
I Will learn to do FLAT TWIST THIS WEEKEND
I Will learn to do FLAT TWIST THIS WEEKEND
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Post by Chal™ on May 7, 2010 16:21:19 GMT -5
what's a flat twist?
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Post by Bathroom Model on May 7, 2010 16:34:09 GMT -5
cornrolls done with two strands rather than three.
I'm a black girl (hbcu alum)that can't cornroll.SMH in shame
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Post by peppermint on May 7, 2010 17:17:12 GMT -5
Her video is long but she's good at explaining things. For me, it's easier to cornrow but that's only because I've been doing it longer. |
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Post by 123Diva on May 7, 2010 20:14:27 GMT -5
I can't believe I am coming up on my 7th year natural! How long have the rest of you been natural?I am sorry if you all said it---I haven't been following this particular natural thread much because I have been flat ironing my hair since some time last year. I needed more straightening tips than texture tips. My texture is totally busted after all the straightening. I expected it. I have considered another big chop. YIPPEEE...sigh it will be so exhilarating. After that I am seriously considering doing locs FOR REAL this time. lol 5 months TODAY. |
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Post by Chal™ on May 7, 2010 22:30:51 GMT -5
ah, ok @ glam & pep
Happy natural day, Deev
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Post by 123Diva on May 8, 2010 6:14:19 GMT -5
ah, ok @ glam & pep Happy natural day, Deev Thanks Chal ;D |
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