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    Posted: July 28 2005 at 6:48pm
HFO - great new picture of your hair - thanks for sharing! 

(and Elyce, that hair... sigh.  Natural blonde?)
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Silicones can cause buildup[residue]in hair.Silicones protect against hot flat irons and curling irons because silicones seal and smooth hair's cuticles layers.Please search and read other posts.

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Originally posted by Elyce Elyce wrote:

Hi eatgreenjello,

Thank you for your very nice comment!  I have been following your posts lately, thanks for your good thoughts!

That is very sweet Elyce  !


**Hair type: 2a, which is wavy and fine.
**Color: Naturally dark brown, currently dyed reddish brown.
**Length: below shoulder length
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Originally posted by ACCOLADY ACCOLADY wrote:

LOL...Eatgreenjello,

Nice to meet you! I had to laugh when I saw your post because the other day I listed green Jello as a choice in a poll here on the Hair Boutique!

Most polls offer an out, and I happened to choose green Jello that day.

Hi  !  I'll have to look for that poll!! You're posts always make me laugh, Accolady, you're funny.


**Hair type: 2a, which is wavy and fine.
**Color: Naturally dark brown, currently dyed reddish brown.
**Length: below shoulder length
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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote Hellfrozeover Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: July 26 2005 at 4:27am
Thanks for all the help! I seem to be somewhere between a 2b and 2c without any frizz. I'm more of a thick 2b.
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Accolady,

Thanks, you are so sweet! 

(But don't let her fool you, everyone, KM's hair is unbelievable, I don't even have half her length!!)   

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Yeah, gotta watch out for those "experts"
Just keep in mind that the books we used at cosmetology school were essentially remade editions of books that were 40 years old. They barely make any changes from edition to edition.
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Oh, Jade, please don't ever hesitate to ask questions,  any questions.  

No one knows it all, not even those in the hair care 'field'. I'd have to say, though, the most useful answer will likely come from those who have been there and done that, as opposed to one who was instructed.

Eg: My niece attended cosmetology school and suddenly decided she was an expert on my hair. I should "cut it, dye it and get a body wave to bring out the hair's full potential." 

 There are many members aboard with varied hair experiences to assist you.

No matter the question, someone shares your inquiry and someone may be able to answer.

Originally posted by eatgreenjello eatgreenjello wrote:

Elyce = totally awesome and beautiful hair!

  

 Indeed! Oh, that color and shine!

 

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I know how you feel about asking stupid questions I feel the same way especially being new and everything here in this community. :) What I do is I do a search for the topic I want and if I can't find it then I ask so I don't look stupid. lol hehehe

This community has been very friendly and helpful (I LOVE U GUYS!) Thank you.

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Hi eatgreenjello,

Thank you for your very nice comment!  I have been following your posts lately, thanks for your good thoughts! None of my friends has long hair, nor have they ever heard of a cone, or a sulfate, so this board is my way to connect, thanks to all you lovely-hair folks who are willing to share!

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LOL...Eatgreenjello,

Nice to meet you! I had to laugh when I saw your post because the other day I listed green Jello as a choice in a poll here on the Hair Boutique!

Most polls offer an out, and I happened to choose green Jello that day.

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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote eatgreenjello Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: July 24 2005 at 2:17pm
Elyce = totally awesome and beautiful hair!

**Hair type: 2a, which is wavy and fine.
**Color: Naturally dark brown, currently dyed reddish brown.
**Length: below shoulder length
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Hi HFO,

"Imagines giant cones eating hair"

You are too funny!  Some people swear by the cone-containing conditioners, other seem to have a problem with them.  Guess you just need to experiment.

I've been working on the whole cone thing, I used Infusium 23 or Pantene conditioners for years, it was the only way I could get a comb through my hair, detangling is always an issue with my very fine hair.  The cones are fantastic for slip and detangling, but my hair has grown quite a bit in the last 2 years and is now very dry on the ends, not a problem when I used to cut my hair regularly, maybe this is a result of the cones, not sure.

So I have been trying non-cone conditioners, have found a few that work as well on my hair as the cone ones for detangling, and I think my hair is looking more hydrated since I gave up on the cones, still working on this. (I have also tried vinegar rinses and clarifying shampoos, which don't seem to make any difference to my hair at all, except using the vinegar seemed to strip the shine off my hair and it looked greasy on top the next day.) 

If you are interested, I am in a kind of "product-junkie" phase right now, these are the non-cone conditioners I have found that work the best on my hair: 

Biolage Conditioning Balm
Lanza Urban Elements Deep Condition
Oyin Honey & Hemp Conditioner
Bed Head Moisture Maniac conditioner
Terax Crema
Nexxus Humectress
Enjoy Hair Mask
and honey mixed with any of these conditioners 

Not suggesting you have to try them all, but my hair is currently longer than it's ever been and my favorite products weren't as effective any more.  Since I'm planning to keep my hair long forever, I decided to experiment till I found what was best for my hair, then go back to a very simple routine using my faves.  Haven't settled on the "best" yet.

By the way, I'm not totally cone-free, I can't get along without Silk Therapy (a shine serum) by BioSilk.  I love shine serums and haven't found a good one yet that doesn't have cones.  I do use a very small amount though.  And I may yet go back to cones, still working on isolating the best way to get detangling, hydration, volume, and shine, with no frizzies.  (Isn't everyone?!!??)

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Robert/PurpleBubba and Anais Satin also deserve a bow, and for offering their wisdom within this thread... (and throughout all of the Hair Talk forums).  So many others deserve a Special "Thank You" as well for all of the helpful advice you offer on an ongoing basis, but I'm afraid I am already running the risk of alienating all of you wonderful Long Hair Supporters for failing to identify you by name.
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Heehee, a HAIR DOODLE. Are they specific thingies, or are they just, um.. scrunchies and such? If you start selling Hair Doodles on Marketplace, let us know!

Anais (who just HAD to ask!)

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Originally posted by PurpleBubba PurpleBubba wrote:

Just be careful Dave. Bowing the wrong way can cause some bad tangles.

...I'm not trying to read anything into this, just trying to understand it. Thank goodness it isn't that time of the month.

 The thread Anais mentioned is well worth a visit:

http://tinyurl.com/e4bxv

Good reading and great information. Thank you, Anais & eKatherine!

Karen Marie...up to her eyeballs in fabric this morning, making hair doodles!

 

 

 

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Heh.  No problem, PurpleBubba... any tangles induced while offering a bow to her for that gem of wisdom is worth it.
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Just be careful Dave. Bowing the wrong way can cause some bad tangles.
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Thank you Purplebubba, and to Accolady, I bow to you.  Also:   
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There's also a silicone FAQ sticky in the Product Finder forum. But I think you're well-armed if you've read PB and Accolady's stuff

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