Any thoughts on Maximum Hydration Method
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faithVA
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[USER said:aharri23;20744581[/USER]]I had been using the camille rose curl maker for the past 3 weeks then today I switched it up and used KCCC. My hair isn't as defined
That's good to know. Would you be willing to share your pics showing the curl maker and the KCCC. Do you dilute the curlmaker or the KCCC?
faithVA
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faithVA
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Um, I don't know. I still haven't committed to that. Less than 10 people said they were interested in a thread or a challenge. I still may do a hangout thread. We shall see. Maybe I will do a challenge to just to keep the looky loos out. I'm still up in the air as you can tell.
faithVA
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Tonight I'm going to try my 1st modified version. I'm going to just do steps 3, 4 and 5 and will leave the clay on for 1 hour. I took the clay mixture out of the fridge this morning. I will probably heat it a bit and add more clay to it because it's pretty loose.
If this works OK, I may be able to add my midweek wash back into the mix.
If this works OK, I may be able to add my midweek wash back into the mix.
hairtimes5
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Hi All,
I'm new to this forum, but I just had to find an outlet to post my results of doing the MHM. I got my last relaxer in March 2011 and big chopped in April 2012. I really don't understand the hair typing thing, but if I had to guess I would say that the majority of my hair is 4A with a sprinkle of 4B in the back and 3C at the nape. My strands are medium to thick, medium density and definitely low porosity. I have great curl definition, but my hair is always so dry. I tried MHM back in the summer but for some reason, and I can't remember, I wasn't impressed. I tried going back to twist outs and even mini twists but my hair was not having it. It was like it was going through the terrible two's or something so I thought I'd give MHM another try. I actually did the 7 day jump start in 8 days which was no small feat considering I have six kids, ages 1 to 13. Busy, crazy and hectic are the words that describe my life right now lol. I have done the full method about 9 or 10 times and I am in love! My husband asked me out on an impromptu date the other night and I needed to do my hair. I hopped in the shower and detangled in 10 mins flat. What!!! My hair is no longer shedding like crazy. This is just what my hair needed! It loves the frequent washing and the wash n gos and is thanking me a thousand times over. Can't you tell I'm excited?
I have been using all of the approved products. I was hooked on the Tresemme radiant volume but just tried the TJ tea tree again and I am loving it! I use Naturelle Grow for my DC. I was making flaxseed gel but recently purchased Hello Curly. Can I just say I'm in love with this stuff. My hair was drying hard at first but then I realized I was using way too much. One thing though...my hair is not soft after the clay step. Once I add the leave in it is, but not directly after. I'm thinking of doing the clay step first next time I wash. Also, is moroccan red clay the same as rhassoul? I tried the moroccan red and I wasn't impressed.
Anyway I'm happy to join you all.
I'm new to this forum, but I just had to find an outlet to post my results of doing the MHM. I got my last relaxer in March 2011 and big chopped in April 2012. I really don't understand the hair typing thing, but if I had to guess I would say that the majority of my hair is 4A with a sprinkle of 4B in the back and 3C at the nape. My strands are medium to thick, medium density and definitely low porosity. I have great curl definition, but my hair is always so dry. I tried MHM back in the summer but for some reason, and I can't remember, I wasn't impressed. I tried going back to twist outs and even mini twists but my hair was not having it. It was like it was going through the terrible two's or something so I thought I'd give MHM another try. I actually did the 7 day jump start in 8 days which was no small feat considering I have six kids, ages 1 to 13. Busy, crazy and hectic are the words that describe my life right now lol. I have done the full method about 9 or 10 times and I am in love! My husband asked me out on an impromptu date the other night and I needed to do my hair. I hopped in the shower and detangled in 10 mins flat. What!!! My hair is no longer shedding like crazy. This is just what my hair needed! It loves the frequent washing and the wash n gos and is thanking me a thousand times over. Can't you tell I'm excited?
I have been using all of the approved products. I was hooked on the Tresemme radiant volume but just tried the TJ tea tree again and I am loving it! I use Naturelle Grow for my DC. I was making flaxseed gel but recently purchased Hello Curly. Can I just say I'm in love with this stuff. My hair was drying hard at first but then I realized I was using way too much. One thing though...my hair is not soft after the clay step. Once I add the leave in it is, but not directly after. I'm thinking of doing the clay step first next time I wash. Also, is moroccan red clay the same as rhassoul? I tried the moroccan red and I wasn't impressed.
Anyway I'm happy to join you all.
faithVA
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You are an amazing woman. You have 6 young kids and making stuff happen
I am glad the method is working for you. You know we want to see some pictures of some hair at some point
It would be nice if you ever feel up to it. Red clay and rhassoul are not the same. I think you will like the rhassoul. My hair was dry after the clay step as well but it felt very nice with the rhassoul. Are you adding oil and honey to your clay?
I'm planning on doing the clay 1st tonight as well and I will report back.
AHarris23 says the Camille Rose Curlmaker is good for definition as well.
Glad to have you with us.
faithVA
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OK I'm going to make a hangout thread soon. It won't be an official challenge but I really want people who are doing the method in the thread, so I will probably have some need to do items. I haven't created a thread like this before so I need to think it through.
I have pet peeves which is why I'm deliberating so much.
I have pet peeves which is why I'm deliberating so much.
hairtimes5
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faithVA
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I say try it. My hair tangles with all the other clays even with the oil and honey.
hairtimes5
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I tried the maneobjective's clay recipe too. While I loved the pudding like consistency and feel on my hair, the results weren't stellar. Maybe I'll try it again doing the clay step first.
Someone a fews pgs back mentioned their clay mixture exploding. That happened to me the other day when I added acv to it. I make mine in an old Tresemme bottle usually using the mhm recipe. I added a little acv this time and shook it up (wasn't thinking) and it exploded everywhere when I opened the top.
Someone a fews pgs back mentioned their clay mixture exploding. That happened to me the other day when I added acv to it. I make mine in an old Tresemme bottle usually using the mhm recipe. I added a little acv this time and shook it up (wasn't thinking) and it exploded everywhere when I opened the top.
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aharri23 did you have any issues with the panthenol being high up on the ingredient list? Btw this is Naturaltash1 from BHM forumI had been using the camille rose curl maker for the past 3 weeks then today I switched it up and used KCCC. My hair isn't as defined
. I'm glad you're now on LHCF 
. I had asked you on BHM how did you liked the Camille Rose curl maker but you never answered. I guess that thread has died 
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Thank you. That is very kind of you to say. Comments like that help keep me on the board. Because says days I really think about just walking away like a lot of the other ladies I miss so much
I am going to try this mud puddle and I'm glad you shared with us a US source.
Umm no ma'am faithVA you're not allowed to go anywhere
. It's because of you while I'm still on this forum. You have given me so much great advice and kept me in good spirits when it comes to my hair . I really do consider you a true friend even tho we have never met in real life! If you do a hang out thread I will participate and you know I hate doing stuff like that . Stay encourage because we really do need your wisdom on this board .
LavenderMint
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Ms. FaithVA, please don't leave. I am lurking and learning as much as I can. At this point, I can't commit to an MHM challenge until I comb out my 14 year old locs in July, after my wedding in June '15. I REALLY REALLY WANT TO THOUGH!! lol I've been ready to lose the locs and begin the next step of my natural hair journey for a while but I was terrified. Memories of how long it used to take me to do my loose 4c hair and being covered in broken hairs scare me.
You are such a wealth of information on this method and natural hair care!! Just lurking and reading your advice has even changed how I care for my hair NOW. If you have to move on, we'll understand...... still don't want you to leave though!!
faithVA
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[USER=266376 said:tashboog[/USER];20746343]Umm no ma'am faithVA you're not allowed to go anywhere
You know I didn't expect to see you in here
Who are you again.
faithVA
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Ms. FaithVA, please don't leave. I am lurking and learning as much as I can. At this point, I can't commit to an MHM challenge until I comb out my 14 year old locs in July, after my wedding in June '15. I REALLY REALLY WANT TO THOUGH!! lol I've been ready to lose the locs and begin the next step of my natural hair journey for a while but I was terrified. Memories of how long it used to take me to do my loose 4c hair and being covered in broken hairs scare me.
You are such a wealth of information on this method and natural hair care!! Just lurking and reading your advice has even changed how I care for my hair NOW. If you have to move on, we'll understand...... still don't want you to leave though!!
All of you are so sweet and kind. I am feeling the love. Thank You. I really didn't think I would be missed.
And you Ms. MeaWea may have just forced me to start a new thread. Congratulations on your upcoming wedding. 14 years of locs is impressive.
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faithVA
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Like, I don't want to see post that sounds something like this..."My hair is soft and moisturized and I can go 4 days with just misting it. So I tried MHM and I used baking soda and did all the stuff. I just didn't notice any change in my hair." blah, blah, blah.
Yeah, I know it's mean but I just don't want to hear it.
I don't want anyone that doesn't understand my head coming in the thread telling me about some theory. I've been here many years and struggled for all of them. If you had advice for me you should have given it to me before. Don't wait until I found something to come talk to me about nothing. Woosah. Now that I've gotten that off my chest I guess I can start the thread
Honey Bee
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"My hair is soft and moisturized and I can go 4 days with just misting it. So I tried MHM and I used baking soda and did all the stuff. I just didn't notice any change in my hair." blah, blah, blah.
Yeah, I know it's mean but I just don't want to hear it.
Woosah. Now that I've gotten that off my chest I guess I can start the thread
You crack me up.
aharri23
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Well the camille rose curl maker is definitely easier to spread than KCCC, comes in a pump bottle, and defines my curls more for roughly the same price. I will say that if you use too much it can leave flakes
I don't dilute either. I will definitely do a comparison soon!
@aharri23 did you have any issues with the panthenol being high up on the ingredient list? Btw this is Naturaltash1 from BHM forum
I'm actually not sure if panthenol has a negative effect on my hair, but I do like the way my wash and goes turn out with the curl maker over KCCC. I did get some flakes a couple of times because I used too much, but I scrunched with some argan oil and it went away.
myfaithrising
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Yes!!! And we need a gate to keep out the folks who think we all want to look like TER
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Pompous Blue
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Quoted for emphais!!!!
"My hair is soft and moisturized and I can go 4 days with just misting it. So I tried MHM and I used baking soda and did all the stuff. I just didn't notice any change in my hair." blah, blah, blah.
Yeah, I know it's mean but I just don't want to hear it.
Woosah. Now that I've gotten that off my chest I guess I can start the thread
I love it!!!
And I will hang out in that thread, too.
CodeRed
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"My hair is soft and moisturized and I can go 4 days with just misting it. So I tried MHM and I used baking soda and did all the stuff. I just didn't notice any change in my hair." blah, blah, blah.
Yeah, I know it's mean but I just don't want to hear it.
Woosah. Now that I've gotten that off my chest I guess I can start the thread
So... I'm not doing MHM but I hate it when people do stuff like that in general. Like, if you aren't having the problem that said solution is supposed to be helping with, why are you even doing the method? That's like taking headache medicine when you don't even have a headache just to try it.
I feel like it's almost a way of gloating or something. I see it on this forum every once and a while and it's irritating.
faithVA
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Yes its a strange behavior.
fasika
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I did all the steps today, including a modified Cherry Lola Caramel. I didn't have molasses, bananas or amino acids, so those were omitted.
My hair feels a bit 'hard' but stronger. I think it's the apple cider vinegar in the CL. The couple of times I've used it in the past, my hair also felt harder afterwards. It could also be protein from the eggs and yogurt, but I don't think so. My hair doesn't hate protein AFAIK.
I used the Trader Joe's Tea Tree Tingle conditioner as well, and I liked it a lot. I'm not dying of love, but I like it. It's definitely the best natural product I've used so far. All others leave my hair feeling incredibly hard.
I won't do the whole MHM tomorrow, but I will cowash just to soften up my hair.
So far, I'm noticing that the curly parts are getting really really curly and frizz-free, but the top and front of my hair is not showing much change to me.
I will say that even though the TJTTT worked okay, it doesn't feel as great as my drugstore silicon conditioners, nor look as good. Maybe my hair just loves cones and I need to accept that??
I'd love to hear from people who achieved MHM with drugstore brands.
My hair feels a bit 'hard' but stronger. I think it's the apple cider vinegar in the CL. The couple of times I've used it in the past, my hair also felt harder afterwards. It could also be protein from the eggs and yogurt, but I don't think so. My hair doesn't hate protein AFAIK.
I used the Trader Joe's Tea Tree Tingle conditioner as well, and I liked it a lot. I'm not dying of love, but I like it. It's definitely the best natural product I've used so far. All others leave my hair feeling incredibly hard.
I won't do the whole MHM tomorrow, but I will cowash just to soften up my hair.
So far, I'm noticing that the curly parts are getting really really curly and frizz-free, but the top and front of my hair is not showing much change to me.
I will say that even though the TJTTT worked okay, it doesn't feel as great as my drugstore silicon conditioners, nor look as good. Maybe my hair just loves cones and I need to accept that??
I'd love to hear from people who achieved MHM with drugstore brands.
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faithVA
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Tonight I did the mud wash, leave in and styler. It worked out pretty well. But I still need to cowash before the mud to detangle and remove shed hairs. That should be fast and not add more time. It might make the clay step faster because the shed hairs are out. So I will probably alternate a full wash with an abbreviated wash.
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