chiconya
Member
I did a search and didn't see any challenges for this. I got to thinking since joining LHCF, I've learned tips about how to take care of my hair while wearing a weave, wigs, braids. Let me tell you I have tried it all all and I run into setback, after setback, after setback. I have been natural, relaxed, and tex-laxed. (currently relaxed)
My edges began to thin (they are recovering now) from wigs and braids, also my hair sometimes come out in clumps after braiding or the thread from weaving. All this despite moisturizing, washing, and caring for my hair. So I conclude at this point in the hair game these styles are not for me.
This thread is for those who have tried these methods time and time again and keep having setbacks, thinning edges, breakage, no retention. Or if you would like to share your experience growing your hair long without weaves, wigs or braids please share.
So I am challenging you to no weaves, wigs, or braids until March 1st 2011. The challenge will last for 6 months.
If you have been wearing wigs, weaves, braids and still have not come close to reaching your goals this challenge might be for you. Or you may feel like dealing with you real hair, to give it a rest from constant friction and tension.
Now if weaves, wigs and braids has helped you grow hair to your ankles then keep doing what you doing. Everything is not for everyone.
So are you in?
Rule #1
No weaves, braids, or wigs. Phony ponies are ok.
Rule #2
If possible post a starting pic and regimen
My regimen is
1. Wash weekly to bi-weekly with either NTM moisturizing or Aphogee 2 min Protein poo
2. Deep condition with either NTM moisturizing or Aphogee 2-min protein conditioner
3. Aphogee 2-step every six weeks
4. Rusk Leave-in and Biosilk serum after every wash
5. Blow dry on low or Airdry
6. Flat iron 1-2 times a month
7. Relax every 4 - 8 months or more
8. Moisturize daily with NTM
starting pic in siggy
My edges began to thin (they are recovering now) from wigs and braids, also my hair sometimes come out in clumps after braiding or the thread from weaving. All this despite moisturizing, washing, and caring for my hair. So I conclude at this point in the hair game these styles are not for me.
This thread is for those who have tried these methods time and time again and keep having setbacks, thinning edges, breakage, no retention. Or if you would like to share your experience growing your hair long without weaves, wigs or braids please share.
So I am challenging you to no weaves, wigs, or braids until March 1st 2011. The challenge will last for 6 months.
If you have been wearing wigs, weaves, braids and still have not come close to reaching your goals this challenge might be for you. Or you may feel like dealing with you real hair, to give it a rest from constant friction and tension.
Now if weaves, wigs and braids has helped you grow hair to your ankles then keep doing what you doing. Everything is not for everyone.
So are you in?
Rule #1
No weaves, braids, or wigs. Phony ponies are ok.
Rule #2
If possible post a starting pic and regimen
My regimen is
1. Wash weekly to bi-weekly with either NTM moisturizing or Aphogee 2 min Protein poo
2. Deep condition with either NTM moisturizing or Aphogee 2-min protein conditioner
3. Aphogee 2-step every six weeks
4. Rusk Leave-in and Biosilk serum after every wash
5. Blow dry on low or Airdry
6. Flat iron 1-2 times a month
7. Relax every 4 - 8 months or more
8. Moisturize daily with NTM
starting pic in siggy
, tie down over night to dry. I don't co wash at all. 
