hey everyone....i havent been here in a while but am back now
I just wanna update that after 4 months of patience and learning from this board and others I have reached healthy (splitends free) waistelength hair in the back. Reaching waistelength was never the problem. but reaching strong-thinck without splitends hair up to my waste was challenging. Now I am working on the front area reaching my waste, this area of my hair grows the slowest so it needs more tlc. The front is about two inches shorter than the back...about a little longer than brastrap length. So I guess it will be another 4months for the front to reach up to the back. My true goal is for my whole hair to be even waiste length. So I still have more to go.
n e ways i just wanted to thank everyone for advice and support.
Just saw how to on a website. My hair length is 20inches and as i said i would like to get to bra strap length.
At the moment, my hair is relaxed with about 4-5 weeks groth. I plan to braid my hair with human hair as i dont plan to retouch my hair till december as i feel that is the best way to ensure hair growth so long as i ensure my hair has enough moisture.
My regimen is quite easy. I wash my hair every 6 days with cream of nature detangling shampoo and deep condition with organics tree tea oil mayonnaise though i am planning to use Lekair soon(Just bought it).I use virgin hair fertilizer each day as i suffer from dandruff and i also use miracle 8 wonder oil on my hair each morning.Sometimes if hair is too dry, i spray water and some oil to make it healthy.
I also plan to braid with human hair which i plan to do in the next 1-2 weeks to carry it for 2 months. What do you guys think?
Hey HairDiva! What site did you go to find out how to measure your hair? Also, LADIES, is there a website you ladies used to find your hair type/length, etc.?
HHC began 08/05, BC 11/05. Healthy & nearly BSL 02/07!
Hey JC#1! I just read some of the other ladies' messages about their satin pillowcases & I was wondering if the set you bought has a zipper or some easy contraption to keep it on the pillow!?!?!?!? The pillowcase I bought from BB&B has a zipper on it! Thanks - you ladies are great to talk to!!
HHC began 08/05, BC 11/05. Healthy & nearly BSL 02/07!
Thanks for accepting me, i was quite worried. Yes, you guessed right. Iam using the crown and glory method. I feel it makes a lot of sense as i noticed my hair actually grows longer if i braid it.
Like you said, i plan to keep them moisturised so my hair does not eend up breaking since i'll be keeping the braids for a while.
Qwick study, you can get info on the crown and glory method from
Thanks Carameldiva for that information about the aloe vera...when I get the money I will check that out.
Qwickstudy- Reading the site would be better than for me to try to explain it. Plus there is alot of information, alot of people on forums has had great success with the crown and glory method.
Hey Hairdiva, welcome to the site and the challenge!!!
I'd like to add that I went to Walmart a while back and they had satin fabric on sale for 2.99 a yard (Or something like that). It took less than 10.00 to make a set of pillowcases.
And also, How moisturizing is the 100% pure aloe vera and how does it feel on the hair??
Hairdiva- Sure you can join! welcome to the site. The braids may work...are u using the crown and glory method? Just make sure they aren't too tight and make sure to moisturize them regularly.
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Just saw how to on a website. My hair length is 20inches and as i said i would like to get to bra strap length.
At the moment, my hair is relaxed with about 4-5 weeks groth. I plan to braid my hair with human hair as i dont plan to retouch my hair till december as i feel that is the best way to ensure hair growth so long as i ensure my hair has enough moisture.
My regimen is quite easy. I wash my hair every 6 days with cream of nature detangling shampoo and deep condition with organics tree tea oil mayonnaise though i am planning to use Lekair soon(Just bought it).I use virgin hair fertilizer each day as i suffer from dandruff and i also use miracle 8 wonder oil on my hair each morning.Sometimes if hair is too dry, i spray water and some oil to make it healthy.
I also plan to braid with human hair which i plan to do in the next 1-2 weeks to carry it for 2 months. What do you guys think?
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I know this challenge started since march but is it okay to join now??I would like to grow my hair. At the moment i do not know how to measure my hair but it is about 2 and inches above my shoulders ie classic length. I would like to grow my hair to bra strap level.
Can someone please tell me how to properly measure my hair?
I purchased mine at JC Penny during a linen sale for $12 a pair. I love mine too when it stays on the bed and the pillow stays inside of the case. To keep the pillow from sliding out of the case, I got some cute decorative ribbons to tie the ends of of the pillow case. No more problem with it staying on.[/QUOTE]
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Very clever way of keeping the satin pillowcases on. I opten for another way (not as clever) to keep them on. I purchased some really expensive, kinda boxy, square shaped, goose down pillows.....the satin pillowcases stay on and the pillows are extremely comfortable!
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Hair Type: 4c
Length: 17 1/2 inches
Goal: To just above my waist
All things are possible to those who believe ! :-))
Hey KBaby, Quick, and anyone else who's interested. I found the magazine, and it's actually called "CarolWright Gifts." Here's some info where u can call, fax, or write to them about obtaining a catalog:
Ordering number and/or info: 1-402-464-6116 (Weekdays 8 AM - 10 PM, EST, Saturdays 9 AM - 5 PM, EST)
Here's the website as well: www.carolwrightgifts.com
These pillowcases r great. U can order the sheets w/ it, which costs $20 alone, or just the standard/king sized pillowcases which costs only $4.99. These are what I have, just one set for $4.99. They come in various colors, including Gold, Ivory, Pink, Emerald, Burgundy, and Blue. I've washed my pillowcases many times, and they strong enough 2 survive through wear and tear, yet they remain as soft and silky as the day u first used them. It's a great buy! Hope this helps and God bless
I am pretty sure that any of the following stores would carry satin pillowcases: Strouds; Bed Bath & Beyond; Anna's Linens; Linens 'N Things...........basically any fine linens store or stores where bedding/household goods, etc.
Also department stores (linen section) such as: Sears, Target, JCPenney, Dillards, Macy's, Nordstrom, Bloomingdales, Saks Fifth Avenue, etc.
Heck, you can even purchase them online. Go onto www.google.com and type in "satin pillowcases" and click search. Many sites will pop-up.
Happy Shopping!! Let me know how you like them after you try them.
Peace,
~Qwick
I purchased mine at JC Penny during a linen sale for $12 a pair. I love mine too when it stays on the bed and the pillow stays inside of the case. To keep the pillow from sliding out of the case, I got some cute decorative ribbons to tie the ends of of the pillow case. No more problem with it staying on.
I've used Phytorelaxer. I really liked the results but I'm thinking
about transitioning. The last couple of times I used it it didn't come
out as straight but that might've been because my mom didn't smooth it
good. But I don't mind since I might transition anyway. I liked using
Phytorelaxer a lot better than going to the hairdresser.
Type: 3c/4a Natural
Current Length: 6"
Goal: Healthy, tip of nose /neck/shoulder length hair.
BC: 02/08/06
I paid $9.99 a piece for my satin pillowcases at Anna's Linens. Like you, I am also interested in this "Cartwright Gifts" magazine. $4.00 for a set is really a steal!
I wonder if they have an 800# or an address in the magazine where they can be called or written?
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Hair Type: 4c
Length: 17 1/2 inches
Goal: To just above my waist
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i took out my extensions and my hair is about an inch longer. thats like one inch in one month. approximately. im pretty sure its once inch when stretched cos with braids you can see the new growth. anyways, i took pics today of my new afro length and as usual, i bought a few products. all in my hair album. ill be getting cornrows with extensions tomorrow and braid again next month when i have 35 bucks. . HHG!
Hello Ladies - I'm really curious about this relaxer I've some of you speak of (maybe in another thread). It's called Phytolaxer or Phytorelaxer. I saw it online - costs about $60. If anyone has used it, please let me know about your results.
Another thing is, I go to church with this girl whose hair has grown tremendously in the past year. She always wears is up in a "ghetto" up-do, but she had it down today & it is past bra length (it was shoulder length last summer)! It seems kinda coarse, so I'm not sure if she relaxes it - she left before I could ask her. I have decided to not relax my hair for as long as I can! I'm sticking with using the Nioxin line of products. I plan to wash & set with big rollers, sit under the dryer, then flat iron the roots (or use the hot comb - electric kind). I really need some encouragement because I have been getting relaxers for as long as I can remember. Do you ladies suggest anything other than what I plan to try? Any and all suggestions are welcomed! THANKS - I AM SO HAPPY I FOUND THIS WEBSITE!!!!!
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I totally agree w/ Qwickstudy! A good linen store should carry them. I ordered mine from a magazine I have called Cartwright Gifts. They sell all types of household items, so if u get that magazine, I'd recommend it. It only costs about $4 for a set of two. But like Qwick said, a good linen store will def work! Have fun and keep us updated on the progress!
WOW - did you really pay only $4 for a set?!?!?! I paid about $12 for one at Bed, Bath and Beyond! Does this magazine have a website? I have a satin pillowcase but mine is old - I'd like to get a new one.
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