2012 Relaxed Hair Buddy Thread

[KiWiStyle]

Good to know that! I plan to transition once I get to a certain length. We can be transitioning buddies as well.

We're 15 weeks post today. I haven't scheduled my relaxer appointment. I'm still debating about when to relax. I'll figure it out and definitely let you know.

xu93texas
Yes Chica we are!! I'm going to have to find myself a good book to read for the next week to calm my nerves, lol.

I had no idea you were wanting to transition too! I will eventually, but not sure when exactly, I'm not all that impressed with my natural texture and shrinkage. . I would love to have you as my transition buddy when I do make my decision.

No appointment yet? I guess that's good seeing as you were originally wanting to stretch 19 weeks? Selfishly I was hoping we can stay on the same stretch schedule but I completely understand. I know you'll keep us posted

 

[KiWiStyle]

I remember that conversation. We did it. I hope to stretch longer as well next go around. I can't believe you're going to wear a wig!! Did you find one that you really like? I need to buy a few more. I get tired of them so fast.

xu93texas
Yes a wig !! You know I don't do wigs, weaves or extension braids but if I plan to stretch six months then wearing my hair out is completely out of the questions. I sweat heavily on my head so I can only attempt this in the colder months. The wig will have to be very natural looking and of good quality because I can't sand those cheap, super shiny ones. Where do you buy your wigs?

 

[divachyk]

So many ppl to respond to

irisak, a mohawk set would work best if wearing it all down the same day you get it done. I normally do my hair on days I'm not going anywhere so I would pin curl the hair at night with making sure I had some pin curls going down the middle in a mohawk. This will help ensure I have curl pattern down the center of my head when wearing the hair down. Since I wear 1/2 up/1/2 down, I pin curl my hair in 4 quadrants. Don't sleep on pin curls, it helps to create body/wave to the hair.

@McBrides3, I use BM luscious as a year around moisturizer for any hair style I'm trying to achieve. I use the hair milk as wash day LI. I layer my wash day LIs starting with hair milk, luscious and seal with avocado butter. I use the curly butter for my nape/edges.

@Stillsaddity, the following tames ng:
hair spritzes (Oyin juices & berries or BM juicy)
tea rinses (Claudie's tea spritz)
DB transitioning creme

Some ladies (@Nix08), steep their own tea and rinse with that. I have some teas to steep but haven't yet. I'm told that burdock root, slippery elm and marshmallow root are the most moisturizing. Just fyi should you opt to tea rinse vs. buying a product that's already formulated.

@Cattypus1, remind me again, how are you using AOHC?

@xu93texas, I have deemed myself protein sensitive but I never have an issue with BM luscious and use it daily. Wheat protein suppose to be moisturizing although I know some have had issues with it, myself included when using too many products containing wheat protein. I really like DB transitioning cream and Claudie's.

 

[Nix08]

Yes Tea rinses are FANTASTIC It took such willpower for me to not go out and buy some more today...I've been fighting the urge for over a week now
Among my list of teas are:
Hibiscus
Marshmallow
Rosemary
Fenugreek
Burdock
Thyme
Fennel
Green
Saw Palmetto
Lavendar
Horsetail
Rosehip
Catnip

and I'm on the hunt for Moringa and Slippery Elm
Oh and I use them all almost daily:wow:

 

[divachyk]

Oh xu93texas, I haven't tried the Coconut Creme conditioner mix yet.

Nix08, I'm using my tea spritz daily before moisturizing and my hair is feel super soft. Love it!

 

[sckri23]

Im 4 weeks, wash day tomorrow, and not ready for a TU yet but a good buy double pack relaxer kit for $6 its enough for 4 relaxers.

Umm is the new thing now leave in's for relaxer kits not dc's? im just wondering cause Ive seen alot like that now and I thought you needed deep moisture after a relaxer.

 

[Lilmama1011]

Im 4 weeks, wash day tomorrow, and not ready for a TU yet but a good buy double pack relaxer kit for $6 its enough for 4 relaxers.

Umm is the new thing now leave in's for relaxer kits not dc's? im just wondering cause Ive seen alot like that now and I thought you needed deep moisture after a relaxer.

I still deep condition no matter when I'm getting a relaxer or not, I do it everything a wash which is every week

 

[irisak]

KaramelDiva1978. I bought my relaxer at sally's today and it is calling my name. I think I might go on and knock my hair out this weekends so I don't have to think about it while packing and cleaning out my apartment.

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[Jobwright]

KaramelDiva1978. I bought my relaxer at sally's today and it is calling my name. I think I might go on and knock my hair out this weekends so I don't have to think about it while packing and cleaning out my apartment.

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This may be a little too diva-ish but I would wait till after all that bending and sweating from packing before I relax so my hair would be super fresh and luscious for my new town. I say wait to do your hair so as soon as you step that big toe on your new set, you feel and look as fly as possible. I am excited for you an your new beginning!

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[sunnieb]

baddison - you've inspired me to try to hold out 'til August 18!

If I make it, will you be my buddy?

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[irisak]

This may be a little too diva-ish but I would wait till after all that bending and sweating from packing before I relax so my hair would be super fresh and luscious for my new town. I say wait to do your hair so as soon as you step that big toe on your new set, you feel and look as fly as possible. I am excited for you an your new beginning!

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Jobwright You do have a point. Actually my hair is still manageable, I just want to silk wrap it and see my length lol. Which is just as diva like lol. I'll wait until the 10th like I planned before and just wash dc and bun until then unless I start shedding or breaking.

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[baddison]

@baddison - you've inspired me to try to hold out 'til August 18!

If I make it, will you be my buddy?

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sunnieb : GIIRRRRRLLLLL....absolutely!!! We'll be great buddies. I did the math, and divided 52weeks by 3 relaxers per year. So it works out to be about every 17weeks. After our August 18th relaxer, the next one should be about December 15th...just in time for the holidays!!!

Lets make it happen, buddy!!

 

[sunnieb]

baddison - um 17 weeks???......

But, that would be the perfect time to relax again since it's right before things get crazy around my house for the holidays. Iunno....

 

[sckri23]

Im 4 weeks, wash day tomorrow, and not ready for a TU yet but a good buy double pack relaxer kit for $6 its enough for 4 relaxers.

Umm is the new thing now leave in's for relaxer kits not dc's? im just wondering cause Ive seen alot like that now and I thought you needed deep moisture after a relaxer.

There :ate; EDIT: (are) literally 4 of these

 

[KiWiStyle]

Sitting with my Banana Pudding Protein Mask on! I'll be back with the results...
xu93texas
baddison
Raspberry
catttpus1

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[pre_medicalrulz]

Sitting with my Banana Pudding Protein Mask on! I'll be back with the results...
xu93texas
baddison
Raspberry
catttpus1

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Banana pudding protein mask?? Hmmmm sounds yummy!!!!

 

[divachyk]

Any of you have a 2 day style (excluding buns)? I'm looking for a style that I can wear at least 2 days straight to avoid having to do my hair daily. I bun often but take my buns down at night out of fear of breakage.

 

[Lilmama1011]

Any of you have a 2 day style (excluding buns)? I'm looking for a style that I can wear at least 2 days straight to avoid having to do my hair daily. I bun often but take my buns down at night out of fear of breakage.

Curls........

 

[QueenAmaka]

Any of you have a 2 day style (excluding buns)? I'm looking for a style that I can wear at least 2 days straight to avoid having to do my hair daily. I bun often but take my buns down at night out of fear of breakage.

divachyk I have been putting my hair in 2 bantu knots at night and then in the morning fluff and go. It gives a nice wave pattern. I am really careful not to twist the hair too tight to prevent breakage.

 

[KiWiStyle]

...so I am all done with my last weekly wash and DC before I relax on Thursday. More importantly, the Banana Pudding Protein Mask! IT IS AWESOME!! My hair felt sooooo strong and soft immediately after I rinsed it out! it's a moderate to high protein treatment so I used this in place of the Aphogee 2-Step. I used Joico K-Pak Reconstruct Conditioner (light protein) as my conditioner of choice in the Mask.

Thanks to: Roux Porosity Control Conditioner, PAUL Mitchell Super Skinny Daily Treatment, Hot Six Oil Mist and Paul Mitchell SS Serum my hair air dried soft and straight. If I wasn't so tired of looking at my 4b hair line staring back at me as I look in the mirror, I might've been tempted to stretch longer.

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[KiWiStyle]

Banana pudding protein mask?? Hmmmm sounds yummy!!!!

pre_medicalrulz
YES, It is yummy!! The recipe is in the Hair Care Rehab Book, along with many others.

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[divachyk]

Curls........

@divachyk I have been putting my hair in 2 bantu knots at night and then in the morning fluff and go. It gives a nice wave pattern. I am really careful not to twist the hair too tight to prevent breakage.

Lilmama1011 and QueenAmaka, I roller set and/or pin curl and have wave & bounce from that but was hoping for some type of protective style that I can keep in for two days. I apologize for leaving out that detail. I was thinking a flat twist style of some kind.

 

[xu93texas]

@xu93texas
Yes a wig !! You know I don't do wigs, weaves or extension braids but if I plan to stretch six months then wearing my hair out is completely out of the questions. I sweat heavily on my head so I can only attempt this in the colder months. The wig will have to be very natural looking and of good quality because I can't sand those cheap, super shiny ones. Where do you buy your wigs?

I buy them from hairwigharlem.com or from local bss stores. I'm getting ready to purchase another half wig to sport until Labor Day. Then, I'm going to get another weave installed as a protective style for the next stretch.

 

[xu93texas]

@xu93texas
Yes Chica we are!! I'm going to have to find myself a good book to read for the next week to calm my nerves, lol.

I had no idea you were wanting to transition too! I will eventually, but not sure when exactly, I'm not all that impressed with my natural texture and shrinkage. . I would love to have you as my transition buddy when I do make my decision.

No appointment yet? I guess that's good seeing as you were originally wanting to stretch 19 weeks? Selfishly I was hoping we can stay on the same stretch schedule but I completely understand. I know you'll keep us posted

I finally made my appointment for my relaxer. It's next Friday.

 

[xu93texas]

...so I am all done with my last weekly wash and DC before I relax on Thursday. More importantly, the Banana Pudding Protein Mask! IT IS AWESOME!! My hair felt sooooo strong and soft immediately after I rinsed it out! it's a moderate to high protein treatment so I used this in place of the Aphogee 2-Step. I used Joico K-Pak Reconstruct Conditioner (light protein) as my conditioner of choice in the Mask.

Thanks to: Roux Porosity Control Conditioner, PAUL Mitchell Super Skinny Daily Treatment, Hot Six Oil Mist and Paul Mitchell SS Serum my hair air dried soft and straight. If I wasn't so tired of looking at my 4b hair line staring back at me as I look in the mirror, I might've been tempted to stretch longer.

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I will be doing the Banana Pudding Protein Mask on Monday. I'm glad you liked it. I'm so ready to try this one!

 

[Cattypus1]

...so I am all done with my last weekly wash and DC before I relax on Thursday. More importantly, the Banana Pudding Protein Mask! IT IS AWESOME!! My hair felt sooooo strong and soft immediately after I rinsed it out! it's a moderate to high protein treatment so I used this in place of the Aphogee 2-Step. I used Joico K-Pak Reconstruct Conditioner (light protein) as my conditioner of choice in the Mask.

Thanks to: Roux Porosity Control Conditioner, PAUL Mitchell Super Skinny Daily Treatment, Hot Six Oil Mist and Paul Mitchell SS Serum my hair air dried soft and straight. If I wasn't so tired of looking at my 4b hair line staring back at me as I look in the mirror, I might've been tempted to stretch longer.

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Thanks, KiWi! I'm going for the banana mask today.

 

[KiWiStyle]

I didn't put anything on my NG other than my leave-in conditioner and now my NG is drawn up and packed :-(.

Do you guys moisturize your NG prior to relaxer?? divachyk do you put heat protectant on each section as you flat iron your NG?

 

[Cattypus1]

I didn't put anything on my NG other than my leave-in conditioner and now my NG is drawn up and packed :-(.

Do you guys moisturize your NG prior to relaxer?? divachyk do you put heat protectant on each section as you flat iron your NG?

I use porosity control on the entire length of my hair and allow it to dry before I apply my relaxer. It doesn't get packed but it does clearly mark the line of demarcation. The one thing I changed this time was that I applied a good amount of Vaseline to my previously relaxed hair to protect it from run-off.

 

[KiWiStyle]

I use porosity control on the entire length of my hair and allow it to dry before I apply my relaxer. It doesn't get packed but it does clearly mark the line of demarcation. The one thing I changed this time was that I applied a good amount of Vaseline to my previously relaxed hair to protect it from run-off.

Thanks Cattypus1. So do you moisturize your NG the week before your relaxer...your last pre-relaxer wash day?

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[divachyk]

I didn't put anything on my NG other than my leave-in conditioner and now my NG is drawn up and packed :-(.

Do you guys moisturize your NG prior to relaxer?? divachyk do you put heat protectant on each section as you flat iron your NG?

KiWiStyle, I normally wash 5 days prior to TU. I moisturize the ng really good and roller set. My roller set hair/ng stays moisturized longer than air dried hair/ng so I'm usually good on the moisturizer until my TU.

I spray heat protect ant on every section as I'm flat ironing the ng the night prior.