2nd Year HHJ Start Pic June 15, 2013

My 1st yr HHJ From Neck Length to APL!!!

Sorry for all the typos......

The Definition of MANE

Definition of MANE

MANE:

1: long and heavy hair growing about the neck and head of some mammals (as horses and lions)

2: long heavy hair on a person's head

— maned  adjective

My New Staple Product "Luster's S-curl"!!! LOVE-LOVE-LOVE!!!!

OMG!!!! I purchased this today and used it for the first time, and NOW I see why all the hair guru's and ladies who have been on their hhj would always say, you have to find what products work best for YOUR hair. Well, I found my perfect moisturizer, Luster's S-curl!!! I got this idea from my hair She-ro FGrogan on Youtube!. She loves it, and now I see why! It has my hair feeling moisturized without feeling wet & weighed down! No dripping, just moisture!!! It's so silky, I almost forgot how silky it is. I used to wear jeri curls back in the day, yes, I came up during the jeri curl era, but my hair always grew very fast with my jeri curls! I am going to love this product during the rest of my 1 yr hhj and beyond! I am in my 9th month of my hhj and I am doing GREAT!!! :-)

HHJ 8 mo 3 weeks comparison 17 weeks post

     HHJ 8 mo 3 weeks comparison

                                                              Retaining Length

July 6, 2012

Flat-Ironed hair bone straight to avoid texlaxing and for length check Mar.17, 2013

My New Length Check Tee-Shirt I Made For Longer Lengths 

Mar. 17, 2013

17 weeks post Mar 17, 2013

I started my hhj on june 27, 2012, but I took my first pic on july 6, 2012. It is mar 17, 2013 and 8-9 months into my hhj. My ends are thin, but I am not going to cut them until I texlax. I have also decided to try and keep stretching until my 1 yr anniversary on june 27th. I am going to try because I dont want to texlax my hair more than 2 times a year, but if my shedding gets to bad, or the different textures give me a problem, then I will texlax before june 27th... Well, I retained some length and I am very happy!!!

                     Split Ender Review and Tips

I will be using my new Split-Ender soon, but I wanted to introduce you all to it as a alternative to traditional trimming/cutting hair... This video is from a fellow hairlista!

Coconut Oil For Hair & The Benefits

All About Coconut Oil

I have been using coconut oil to seal my hair for a few months now, but after watching this video, I will more than likely stop sealing with it in the winter months because i have noticed how dry my hair has been, like it is soaking up moisture fast! I don't want to abandon it alltogether, so I may seal with it and another oil like extra virgin olive oil, which I use anyway when I do my GHE- "Green House Effect"...

1. Coconut Oil is a huge blessing for your hair. It is one of the most effective conditioners ever and helps in regrowth of damaged hair. That’s why it is used in most hair care products.
2. People living in coastal and tropical regions have excellent shiny black and thick hair. That’s because the only hair oil they know of is coconut oil.
3. Coconut oil is widely used both internally and externally.
4. Plush spas often use coconut oil in their expensive scalp and hair treatments. It is effective for all hair types.
5. Beauty product manufacturers are aware of the usefulness of coconut oil for healthy hair. That’s why it can be found in many hair care products.
6. Coconut oil is derived from the mature fruit of the coconut tree, Cocos nucifera, which is native to the Polynesian Islands and other tropical regions of the world.
7. Coconut oil is a thick, white semisolid at room temperature. So warm it prior to using it for hair.
8. Coconut oil has been used to treat hair for thousands of years. Its use dates back to prehistoric times and it is probably one of the very first plant oils ever used by mankind.
9. The benefits of coconut oil on hair have been utilized by indigenous people world over ranging from South America, Africa, India and most of Asia.
10. Coconut oil is rich in nutrients and good fats, so it’s an effective health food.
11. Although you can purchase hair products and conditioners containing coconut oil, make sure that you use pure coconut oil without additives to reap the most benefits.
12. Pure and unrefined virgin coconut oil is ideal for your hair and is also less expensive than commercial cosmetic products.
13. Apart from hair care, the unrefined and pure coconut oil can also be used for cooking, skin care and other benefits.

Coconut oil adds shine, lustre and body to your hair. It prevents scalp and hair follicles from infection and also slows down hair loss. It keeps your hair strong, revitalized, nourished and dandruff free!

1. A hair is just like a hose or a tube. It is hollow from inside.
2. Coconut oil fully penetrates this hollow space (the hair shaft) due to the polar nature of its constituent.
3. Coconut Oil fills up the hair shafts and gives more body to the hair. This makes the hair look more dense and full.
4. This also provides extra protection for the hair due to other benefits of Coconut Oil.

Hair gets damaged by the continuous swelling and shrinking of hair fibers due to water retention and absorption. This is called hygral fatigue.

Coconut Oil penetrates the hair fibers and prevents their swelling up.

In this way Coconut Oil is able to protect hair from possible damage.

Coconut Oil prevents protein loss from hair

1. Our hair is totally made up of proteins. Protein loss from hair results in weak and unhealthy hair.
2. Coconut oil easily penetrates the hair shaft.
3. Regular application of Coconut Oil to hair as pre-wash and post-wash treatment results in a significant reduction of protein loss from both damaged and undamaged hair.

Coconut Oil seals and retains moisture

1. Internal moisture is necessary for moisturized and strong hair. Loss of internal moisture results in dry and weak hair.
2. Coconut oil seals the hair from outside and prevents the internal moisture from escaping – this keeps the hair moisturized and strong, giving it shine and a silky feel.
3. Coconut Oil also penetrates the hair shaft and conditions the hair from within. This supplies moisture to the hair follicles which protects them from heat and environmental damage.

Contains Antibacterial Properties and Nutrients

1. Microbial infections can affect the scalp and hair follicles, which results in weak and dry hair.
2. These microbes can also infect the scalp – resulting in itching, dandruff, shedding of scales and dryness.
3. Medium chain fatty acids, especially lauric acid, present in Coconut Oil possess all three remarkable properties of being antibacterial, antifungal and antiviral.
4. These properties protect the scalp against lice, dandruff and infection. They also protect hair follicles which results in strong and healthy hair – it also decreases hair fall-out.
5. Coconut oil also contains vitamins E and K. Vitamin E provides nourishment and also gives your hair a healthy shine. That’s why it is used in skin and hair care products.

Coconut Oil Nourishes the Scalp

1. Regularly massaging the scalp with coconut oil stimulates blood circulation to the area.
2. Coconut oil moisturizes the scalp and relieves dry skin conditions that prove damaging to the hair follicles. Applying coconut oil to the scalp makes it easier for the hair follicles to absorb its nutrients.
3. To maximize your hair growth results, perform regular scalp massages with coconut oil.

Treat Cradle Cap with Coconut Oil

1. Babies often develop a fungal condition known as cradle cap – coconut oil can prevent and eliminate the scaly fungus.
2. Simply rub a small amount all over the head and brush it with a soft baby brush for about five minutes.

Coconut Oil Helps Control Dandruff

1. Dandruff is either caused by the buildup of dry skin or infections of the scalp.
2. Coconut oil controls dandruff by preventing buildup of dry skin due to its ability to moisturize the scalp.
3. Massaging your scalp with coconut oil using circular motions will help scrub away dead skin, and also moisturize underlying skin to prevent future dandruff.
4. Coconut oil contains lauric acid, an antimicrobial agent which treats dandruff by preventing microbial infection.

Last But Not Least – A Styling Gel!

Coconut oil is semi-solid at room temperature, so you can use it as styling gel because it condenses at room temperature and will keep your hair in style!

Attention Please: Coconut Oil Does NOT Regrow Your hair!!!

1. It’s a myth that coconut oil makes your hair grow – it does not.
2. Coconut oil improves the health of your hair and scalp – so your hair becomes more resistant to breakage and results in less hairfall.
3. With less breakage occurring, it seems as if your hair is growing faster – but actually your hair is just remaining intact instead of breaking and splitting.
4. So coconut is not a cure for baldness but does improve hair and scalp health.

How To Use Coconut Oil

1. Coconut oil is solid at room temperature so warm it to liquefy it.
2. Rinse your hair in the sink or the shower before applying the coconut oil. Then towel dry to remove excess water, but keep it damp.
3. Place the towel around your shoulders to catch any dripping oil. Pour a small amount in your hands and massage it into your scalp and down to the tips of your hair.
4. Once you have saturated all of your hair, wrap the towel around your head and leave it for one to two hours. Then fully rinse you hair and wash with shampoo.