Just wanted to share some of the articles that helped me in the beginning of my journey:
Hair Typing:
http://healthytextures.typepad.com/my_journey_to_healthy_hai/2007/1...
Hair assessment:
http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/278612/the_fine_art_of_pro...
Regimen building/product lists:
http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/288340/hair_regimen_buildi...
http://healthytextures.typepad.com/my_journey_to_healthy_hai/beginn...
http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/313061/how_to_select_a_moi...
http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/313072/how_to_select_a_moi...
Other tips and definitions:
http://forum.blackhairmedia.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=104988&PN=1
Happy Hair Growing!!!
Thursday, January 29, 2009
Relaxer Update 1/24/2009
I relaxed Saturday with Vitale Life & Body relaxer system, which I'm in love with. My hair came out relaxed, but strong and with lots of body. This by far is the best results I've achieved self relaxing. And if I may say so myself, I think I did a better job than the last stylist I went to. (I'm not knocking professionals, I've had some great stylists, but there are bad apples out there.) I DC'd, trimmed my ends(I needed it) and flat ironed. Here are my results/comparison pics:
I am really happy with my length, so I'm going to stick with Megatek. Hopefully by the end of my next stretch (12 weeks), I'll be shoulder length again.
I am really happy with my length, so I'm going to stick with Megatek. Hopefully by the end of my next stretch (12 weeks), I'll be shoulder length again.
My Biggest Regimen Tweaks of 2009!
As fierce of a winter I've experienced here, My hair is holding up so well. I have few split ends that a quick dusting will fix. To me, that's a miracle. I was so afraid I wouldn't make it through the winter with any growth, but if I keep this up, I'll have gained a couple inches in length by April.
1. Nixed the Midweek cowash - I haven't gotten rid of it all together, but I've been able to keep my hair moisturized without it for now.
2. Added Weekly protien - I've let go of my protien fears, and my hair has thanked me for it. I use protien products mainly as my prepoo.
3. Using Direct Heat on a weekly basis - I flat iron my hair weekly after a dc. So far so good.
4. Using liquid leave ins - I still use my cream leave in, but after I wash and DC, I spray some liquid leave in on to detangle and nourish my hair. This way my hair doesn't feel weighed down.
5. Sealing with serum instead of oils - I saw this suggestion on the HairLuvBugs site. At first I wasn't so sure about it because my train of thought was Serum = Silicones = crazy buildup. Thankfully I was wrong. It's been keeping the frizz at bay and my hair stays moisturized all day.
My hair feels amazing!
1. Nixed the Midweek cowash - I haven't gotten rid of it all together, but I've been able to keep my hair moisturized without it for now.
2. Added Weekly protien - I've let go of my protien fears, and my hair has thanked me for it. I use protien products mainly as my prepoo.
3. Using Direct Heat on a weekly basis - I flat iron my hair weekly after a dc. So far so good.
4. Using liquid leave ins - I still use my cream leave in, but after I wash and DC, I spray some liquid leave in on to detangle and nourish my hair. This way my hair doesn't feel weighed down.
5. Sealing with serum instead of oils - I saw this suggestion on the HairLuvBugs site. At first I wasn't so sure about it because my train of thought was Serum = Silicones = crazy buildup. Thankfully I was wrong. It's been keeping the frizz at bay and my hair stays moisturized all day.
My hair feels amazing!
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
Starting Fresh...
Alright, I got a corrective relaxer and a cut. My hair was very uneven. I ended up with shorter hair cut than expected, but I'm getting used to it. There are pros and cons to this, but It's a good place to start. So with that being said, here's my pi
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Pros:
1. I can dust my ends with little to no problem.
2. It's easier to manage.
3. It's a better starting point than before (health wise)
4. Hubby loves it.
5. My color treated ends (which were the ones causing me the most heartache) are gone.
Cons:
1. It's flat.
2. It's shorter than I'd have liked
So now I have to get used to it. Of course this sets me back a few months as far as my hair goals, but I have a solid regimen, products, and tools so there will be less trial and error.
Thursday, October 2, 2008
My Hair Care Journey Thus Far
Welcome to my blog! I'm excited to share my knowledge and experiences with all of you. Before I do that though, I think I should also let you know a little bit about me and my journey.
All through my childhood and early adulthood, I've had plenty of problems with growing and maintaining healthy hair. It wasn't until 2001 when I finally decided to get my hair healthy. With the help of a few great stylists, I was able to achieve healthy and full shoulder length hair by 2007. At that time, I ended up moving cross country and after breakage and a bad relaxing experience, I was left with hair that was nearly 4 inches shorter. In February and March, I came across a few great Do It Yourself Hair care sites. This was a Godsend! Since then, I've learned so much about styling and caring for my hair. I've made great progress in the past six months, and I feel that sharing my ups and downs with others will encourage them to start, and/or continue on their journey. So check back in often and see what's going on here!
All through my childhood and early adulthood, I've had plenty of problems with growing and maintaining healthy hair. It wasn't until 2001 when I finally decided to get my hair healthy. With the help of a few great stylists, I was able to achieve healthy and full shoulder length hair by 2007. At that time, I ended up moving cross country and after breakage and a bad relaxing experience, I was left with hair that was nearly 4 inches shorter. In February and March, I came across a few great Do It Yourself Hair care sites. This was a Godsend! Since then, I've learned so much about styling and caring for my hair. I've made great progress in the past six months, and I feel that sharing my ups and downs with others will encourage them to start, and/or continue on their journey. So check back in often and see what's going on here!
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