Minimalism
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Printed Date: January 02 2026 at 1:14pm
Topic: Minimalism
Posted By: strawberryfine
Subject: Minimalism
Date Posted: October 17 2004 at 9:50pm
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-Could this work? I'm using nothing but shampoo, conditioner and oils. I started this out of a concern about what long-term effects leave-in products might be having on my hair. (I don't know how long this will last because I like to scrunch my waves, but hair condition and length come first for me, then curls.) Do you do this, or do you tend to use leave-in styling products? Any ingredients to avoid? TIA, strawberryfine ------------- strawberryfine 2aFii 12/25.5"/terminal length after reaching "small of my back length" |
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Posted By: korsakovhatt3
Date Posted: October 18 2004 at 12:25am
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I don't use leave-in conditioners. On particularly humid summer days, I rub a drop of Redken Glass through the ends of my hair. It doesn't seem to have any negative effect on my hair's condition. The rest of the time I don't use any styling products. I think products containing alcohol are bad for your hair. Some people warn against silicone. I'm sure others on this board would know of other ingredients to avoid. If I want some wave in my hair, I section it twist it into a few loose coils. I then wrap the coils in scrunchies (when my hair is damp) and let my hair dry overnight. If I want some lift at the roots, I put my damp hair in a bun on top of my head. When I take it down, my hair looks fuller and has some loose waves. ------------- My user name is WAY too long. Just call me Juliana. :-) |
Posted By: frizzygurl
Date Posted: October 18 2004 at 10:10am
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Just a month and a half ago i adopted the Curly Girl routine and my routine has gotten SO much simpler. Especially the amount of products i put in my hair. I used to have as many as 3 at once. I cut out traditional shampoos and use a non-sulfate scalp cleanser and natural cleansers to "wash". Use a lot, lot, lot of conditioner, 'cone and alcohol free. Use a mixture of my own creation for a leave in and use a clear gel, alcohol free and 'cone free as well. Everything i use is water soluble and my hair has never looked or felt better. ------------- CO wash only since September '04! Dyed red botticelli curls (3b), fine and just past shoulder length |
Posted By: DaveDecker
Date Posted: October 19 2004 at 6:15pm
Hi Strawberry fine! I use the same (minimalist) approach. Seems to work for me, no?  I'm sure it'll work for you too.  To bring out the curls you can dry with a diffuser and scrunch as you do so (just avoid high heat and avoid drying it until it's crisp). ------------- |
strawberryfine wrote:Posted By: strawberryfine
Date Posted: October 19 2004 at 9:09pm
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Thanks korsakovhatt, frizzygurl and Dave! It is amazing how a few tips and some reassurance that what you are doing is a good thing can make you really end up having a good day! I have an ionic/diffuser dryer with a low setting and a cold shot-I hadn't thought of trying that without product to scrunch in curls, but I'm sure it will work. I'll probably try that tonight! Thanks Lots Guys, strawberryfine  ------------- strawberryfine 2aFii 12/25.5"/terminal length after reaching "small of my back length" |
Posted By: AnaisSatin
Date Posted: October 19 2004 at 11:13pm
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Strawberryfine, I do the same thing-- shampoo, conditioner (2), and oils. It's the most practical for me. Anais |
Posted By: strawberryfine
Date Posted: October 20 2004 at 1:33pm
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Awe, Thanks Anais! Yet another respected opinion! And your stunningly awesome hair doesn't hurt your credibility either!!! Couldn't ask for a nicer recommendation! strawberryfine I just love this frog.------------- strawberryfine 2aFii 12/25.5"/terminal length after reaching "small of my back length" |
Posted By: AnaisSatin
Date Posted: October 21 2004 at 12:33am
Thanks, Strawberryfine! Here's a smiley for you: I thought it was sooo cute the first time seeing it. It took awhile to realize the smiley face was being sucked back into the clock. ------------- http://anaissatin.livejournal.com">  my LJ , 40 inches long
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Posted By: korsakovhatt3
Date Posted: October 21 2004 at 2:05pm
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Anais Satin, I love that smiley. It's too cute. ------------- My user name is WAY too long. Just call me Juliana. :-) |