So I had something slightly different planned for part three of my 2014 Year-end Hair Health Update, but was inspired by all of the posts in the Saving Our Strands 2014 Hits and Misses Linkup. Here are my top 10 hits and misses for 2014.
In addition to that, I also used a few new products. I took a trip to Sally Beauty to buy some SheaMoisture shampoo and left with several goodies. I used two of the products I purchased during this wash day. They are the SheaMoisture Jamaican Black Castor Oil Shampoo and Silk Elements Olive Glossing Polish.
In part one of my 2014 Year-end Update, I recapped the action items I laid out at the beginning of my hair journey to achieve healthy hair by year-end. I also shared a video showing how far I've come. Action items weren't the only things that I used. I had used the tools of the trade - a regimen and hair products.
After several good wash days, I was bound to have one not so good. I had started a battle with dry ends that just couldn't be quenched by moisturizing and sealing.
My first thought is I need to clarify. It had been at least four weeks since I shampooed and thought I may need to get rid of some product buildup. My second thought was it could be protein overload due to using a keratin oil conditioner for several weeks straight.
Here's where things started getting hairy (no pun intended). I went to the store to find my go-to clarifying shampoo SheaMoisture African Black Soap Deep Cleansing Shampoo. I went to about four stores, a couple twice in the week, and all of them were out. I didn't have time to keep driving all over Tampa so I decided to improvise.
My first thought is I need to clarify. It had been at least four weeks since I shampooed and thought I may need to get rid of some product buildup. My second thought was it could be protein overload due to using a keratin oil conditioner for several weeks straight.
Here's where things started getting hairy (no pun intended). I went to the store to find my go-to clarifying shampoo SheaMoisture African Black Soap Deep Cleansing Shampoo. I went to about four stores, a couple twice in the week, and all of them were out. I didn't have time to keep driving all over Tampa so I decided to improvise.
Wow! 2014 has been an interesting year for me. I started my hair journey, moved to a new state and started a new job just to name a few things. When I think about my hair journey I am amazed at how far I've come since my first post in April.
I have to say I was very excited about this wash day because I was going to try a new product. Sally Beauty was having a buy two get one free sale this month on some product lines including a line I use Eden BodyWorks. I needed to get some more of the deep conditioner and leave-in conditioner so for my free product I got the Eden BodyWorks Coconut Shea Cleansing CoWash.
As my time on my healthy hair journey has progressed I've found that deep conditioning is an important step that I was skipping before I started my journey and it was hurting my hair.
Now that I've been deep conditioning each week to great results but now I want to take it up a notch. And the Hot Head Microwavable Deep Conditioning Cap can help with that so I made the leap and bought one.
Now that I've been deep conditioning each week to great results but now I want to take it up a notch. And the Hot Head Microwavable Deep Conditioning Cap can help with that so I made the leap and bought one.
Changes, changes, changes. That's what my life has been full of lately - getting a haircut, moving to Florida, and starting a new job. I've been wondering when my relaxed hair would start reacting to the changes. I've been doing a shortened modified wash day regimen because I don't have all of my tools and products at my disposal. I think my hair, well my scalp, in particular, isn't liking it.
After going weeks without using a blow dryer on my hair, I now find myself using one more often. My household goods, including my hooded dryer, are in storage until I move into my new place after the new year so to get the last of the dampness out of my strands when air drying I've found myself pulling out my blow dryer.
Don't get me wrong, my Gold N Hot blow dryer is pretty good. It has done what it's supposed to do and has lasted me for several years with no issues; but...it doesn't have a true cool setting or a cold shot. So I set out to Sally's and Ulta to find a one that does.
Related read: 3 Weeks Post Relaxer: Using A New Hair Dryer
Don't get me wrong, my Gold N Hot blow dryer is pretty good. It has done what it's supposed to do and has lasted me for several years with no issues; but...it doesn't have a true cool setting or a cold shot. So I set out to Sally's and Ulta to find a one that does.
I decided to change it up a bit this wash day. I was getting a bit tired of the same old, same old and I think my hair was too. Some areas of my scalp were showing signs of flaking and my hair was a little on the dry side. To change things up I opted to co-wash and deep condition a little longer than normal.
Additionally, I got a new Hot Shot Tools blow dryer. My hooded dryer is in storage until I move into my new place and I'd been using an older Gold N Hot blow dryer which I think has been drying out my hair and scalp because it doesn't have true cool or low setting. More about the new blow dryer will come in a post later this week.
Additionally, I got a new Hot Shot Tools blow dryer. My hooded dryer is in storage until I move into my new place and I'd been using an older Gold N Hot blow dryer which I think has been drying out my hair and scalp because it doesn't have true cool or low setting. More about the new blow dryer will come in a post later this week.
So this post is very late hence my combining the months October and November into one post. For that, I apologize. Moving to another state and starting a new job have just consumed my time.
To start off this update I thought back to my September Hair Health Update post where I laid out four goals for my relaxed hair for the month of October. Those goals were to:
Since I didn't verbalize any separate goals for November, I decided to roll over my October goals into November.
Here's how I would grade myself against the goals:
To start off this update I thought back to my September Hair Health Update post where I laid out four goals for my relaxed hair for the month of October. Those goals were to:
- Baby the left side for length retention
- Stay on the moisture challenge
- Do a protein treatment
- Participate in a 30 Days Without Heat Challenge
Since I didn't verbalize any separate goals for November, I decided to roll over my October goals into November.
Here's how I would grade myself against the goals:
The end of the year can be a great time to shop for gifts, stock up, or treat yourself. So many stores and brands have products on sale so they can clear out stock to make room for next year’s merchandise.
I myself have been able to find and take advantage of some really good deals on clothing, hair, and beauty items. But when I use one or more of these holiday savings tips I’ll be sharing I’m able to save even more.
I myself have been able to find and take advantage of some really good deals on clothing, hair, and beauty items. But when I use one or more of these holiday savings tips I’ll be sharing I’m able to save even more.
Since trying out the Herbal Essences Naked Cleansing Conditioner I've wanted to try another co-wash product but haven't gotten around to researching and buying one. So I was excited when I won the As I Am Cleansing Pudding in an online giveaway.
The key benefit of co-washing is you can clean your hair without drying it out. And since I'm all about keeping my hair moisturized I was looking for this co-wash to help with that.
The key benefit of co-washing is you can clean your hair without drying it out. And since I'm all about keeping my hair moisturized I was looking for this co-wash to help with that.
This my first wash day in Florida! Since I'm staying with family friends until I find a permanent residence I don't have all of my hair tools at my disposal (particularly my hooded dryer). So I am tweaking my regimen to keep it simpler and shorter than usual.
With the simple and short theme in mind, I opted to use some specific products.
With the simple and short theme in mind, I opted to use some specific products.
Ceramides are helpful and important for hair health because they help keep the hair strands intact. They also help provide elasticity, shine, smoothness, and moisture retention just to name a few. So I was excited to try out the Total Repair 5 Restoring Conditioner from L'Oreal that has ceramides in it.
Description
"Total Repair 5 Restoring Conditioner instantly and over time helps repair the five visible signs of damaged hair - split ends, weakness, roughness, dullness and dehydration - without weighing hair down. Clinically tested* *System of shampoo and conditioner tested for instant results + lasting transformation."
The stretch is over. It lasted a little more than 13 weeks. Why did I end my relaxer stretch now? As mentioned in this post I am moving from North Carolina to Florida. So I wanted to get a touch-up and cut/shape up before I moved. This gives me some breathing room to do research on salons in the area and also makes my hair care easier during the transition.
I wanted to share what's been going on with me lately. It's not hair-related. It's actually a bit more personal.
I've accepted a new job in another state. So I am moving from North Carolina to Florida! The move is happening quickly - in a little less than two weeks! As I am writing this post I am in the process of packing up my condo and getting my things in order for the move.
I've accepted a new job in another state. So I am moving from North Carolina to Florida! The move is happening quickly - in a little less than two weeks! As I am writing this post I am in the process of packing up my condo and getting my things in order for the move.
Wow! How time does fly. It seems like only yesterday that October started. Now here we are officially in the fall season, Thanksgiving is a little more than three weeks away, snow has started to fall in the NC mountains (so thankful I don't live there), and the 30 Days without Heat Challenge has ended.
Yep. I did it. I went a full 30 days without using any direct heat on my hair. That meant no blow dryer and no curling iron. A little over a year ago going more than a week without using blow drying and flat ironing my hair on a daily basis probably would have given me hives.
It's amazing how things can change in a year. Now that I am striving for healthy hair the idea of going without my blow dryer or flat iron is no biggie. In fact, it's becoming my new normal.
Yep. I did it. I went a full 30 days without using any direct heat on my hair. That meant no blow dryer and no curling iron. A little over a year ago going more than a week without using blow drying and flat ironing my hair on a daily basis probably would have given me hives.
It's amazing how things can change in a year. Now that I am striving for healthy hair the idea of going without my blow dryer or flat iron is no biggie. In fact, it's becoming my new normal.
I mentioned in my last wash day post at 11 weeks post that I had started co-washing during the week to help with my moisture levels and to keep tangles at bay.
Well...I didn't get to it this week and the result was dry and tangled hair. Despite my not helping my hair much this week, my wash day went very well with apple cider vinegar helping to melt the tangles, a good conditioning, and drying with my hooded dryer.
Well...I didn't get to it this week and the result was dry and tangled hair. Despite my not helping my hair much this week, my wash day went very well with apple cider vinegar helping to melt the tangles, a good conditioning, and drying with my hooded dryer.
Now that I am over 10 weeks post relaxer, I am co-washing during the middle of the week to help keep my relaxed hair moisturized and new growth detangled. This mid-week co-wash is in addition to the full washes that I've been doing on the weekends.
In October I was a recipient of the Mary Kay Clear Proof VoxBox from Influenster. They sent me this VoxBox to test the Clear Proof products. In this post, I'll be sharing my thoughts and opinions on the products I received.
This is my second VoxBox and I have to say Influenster doesn't disappoint. The products I've received in both boxes were full size or close to and they aren't cheap products.
This is my second VoxBox and I have to say Influenster doesn't disappoint. The products I've received in both boxes were full size or close to and they aren't cheap products.
Oh...my...goodness!
When I first tried the Cantu Shea Butter Leave-in Conditioning Repair Cream my hair didn't like it. My hair also didn't like it the second, third, and fourth time. After a while, I stopped using it. Then I pulled it back out during a relaxer stretch and used it on my dry new growth. Boy, was I surprised! My new growth ate it up!
Ever since I've been using this on my new growth when it feels dry and my relaxed hair has also come around to like it too. Cantu Shea Butter Leave-in Conditioning Repair Cream keeps my new growth soft and moisturized for a couple of days and also helps me detangle my new growth.
When I first tried the Cantu Shea Butter Leave-in Conditioning Repair Cream my hair didn't like it. My hair also didn't like it the second, third, and fourth time. After a while, I stopped using it. Then I pulled it back out during a relaxer stretch and used it on my dry new growth. Boy, was I surprised! My new growth ate it up!
Related read: 10 Great Hair Products Under $10
I'm at 10 weeks post my last relaxer touch up and just like my last stretch I really can't tell. I haven't had any issues with my new growth tangling and am hoping that continues.
For this wash day, I did some things a little different and brought back a few oldies but goodies. During my pre-poo, I incorporated a hot oil treatment using sunflower oil, coconut oil, the last of my olive oil, and green tea.
For this wash day, I did some things a little different and brought back a few oldies but goodies. During my pre-poo, I incorporated a hot oil treatment using sunflower oil, coconut oil, the last of my olive oil, and green tea.
Conditioners are an important part of a healthy hair care regimen. They are also, in my opinion, one of the more confusing hair products. The reason is they have different names, different benefits, and even different types.
Making sure you're using the right conditioner on your hair can impact how your hair turns out after you shampoo it. Not only is choosing the right conditioner important but also making sure that conditioner has the ingredients your hair needs.
I am now nine weeks post my last relaxer touch up and my stretch has been going well thus far. Minimal shedding and very little to no breakage. Also, I've been able to keep my hair moisturized including my new growth which acts like a desert floor and can't seem to get enough moisture.
For this wash day, I opted to co-wash with As I Am since I shampooed last week. To switch things up a bit I did a black tea rinse versus my normal green tea. The black tea was a free sample I got and because I don't care for the taste of black tea I saved it for a rinse. I
had read that black tea tends to dry out the hair more than other teas so I decided to use less for my rinse than I do when I've used green tea and pump up the moisture with the other products I used.
Let's jump in and see how the wash went.
For this wash day, I opted to co-wash with As I Am since I shampooed last week. To switch things up a bit I did a black tea rinse versus my normal green tea. The black tea was a free sample I got and because I don't care for the taste of black tea I saved it for a rinse. I
had read that black tea tends to dry out the hair more than other teas so I decided to use less for my rinse than I do when I've used green tea and pump up the moisture with the other products I used.
Let's jump in and see how the wash went.
Being a relaxed haired gal for the majority of my life I constantly heard that phrase from female family members, hairstylists, and even some guys,
As a result of consistently hearing this phrase, I would do whatever I could to protect my hair. That meant waiting till the rain stopped if I didn't have an umbrella, using an umbrella even when it was sprinkling rain, avoiding going swimming more than a couple of times a year, and wearing a shower cap every time I showered.
Related read: My Relaxed Hair Regimen
An amazing thing happened earlier this year when I started on my healthy hair journey. I no longer have an aversion to water. I've come to realize that water does more good for my hair than harm.
As I'm only a few months into my healthy hair journey, I am still on the hunt for the right mix of products for my relaxed hair. This means I'm constantly trying new conditioners and shampoos. Including a shampoo from Eden BodyWorks.
I've purchased a few products from the Eden BodyWorks brand and have been testing them out on my hair. So now I'm ready to share my results and thoughts on them with you.
I've purchased a few products from the Eden BodyWorks brand and have been testing them out on my hair. So now I'm ready to share my results and thoughts on them with you.
For this wash day, I changed my regimen up a little because (drum roll) I did a protein treatment. I felt it was time. I've been focusing on moisture a lot and protein only a little, so I wanted to do a hard protein treatment now and another one the week before I get a relaxer touch-up several weeks from now. This way I can help balance my moisture and protein levels.
Also, this wash day had to happen quickly as I got started at 9 pm. My church was celebrating its 14-year anniversary this week and being a church officer and choir member I was at church just about every night during the week and would be there a large portion of the weekend.
The good news is I was able to get everything done in about three hours, including sitting under my hooded dryer for an hour.
Here are the specifics:
Related read: Why You Should Infuse Protein Into Your Hair Routine
Also, this wash day had to happen quickly as I got started at 9 pm. My church was celebrating its 14-year anniversary this week and being a church officer and choir member I was at church just about every night during the week and would be there a large portion of the weekend.
The good news is I was able to get everything done in about three hours, including sitting under my hooded dryer for an hour.
Here are the specifics:
As first mentioned in a previous wash day post at three weeks post, I participated in the 30 Days of Moisture Challenge hosted by Jen of Just Grow Already and Jay of Relaxed Thairapy. Dry hair has always been an issue for me because I used to use direct heat on my hair almost every day, I only deep conditioned every 10 or so weeks when at the salon, and I pretty much never moisturized my hair between washes.
When it comes to having healthy relaxed hair, shampoo is probably one of the most important products. Shampoo cleanses the hair and scalp riding them of product buildup and dirt which makes it the external starting point for promoting healthy hair growth.
Relate read: Common Ingredients Found In Hair Care Products
During my wash day last week, I used the As I Am Cleansing Pudding for the first time. Spoiler alert, my hair wasn't too crazy about it.
What I've learned though since I started my hair journey earlier this week that it usually takes a few times of using a product for me to finally conclude whether or not my hair likes it.
With that in mind, I decided to give the As I Am Cleansing Pudding another go.
What I've learned though since I started my hair journey earlier this week that it usually takes a few times of using a product for me to finally conclude whether or not my hair likes it.
With that in mind, I decided to give the As I Am Cleansing Pudding another go.
As mentioned in Common Ingredients Found In Hair Care Products, most hair care products include a typical set of ingredients such as Alcohols, Conditioners, Humectants, Oils, and Proteins.
So of all of these ingredients which ones are good and help our relaxed hair not only look but feel healthy? Which ingredients may make our hair look like it's healthy but are actually causing it some harm?
So of all of these ingredients which ones are good and help our relaxed hair not only look but feel healthy? Which ingredients may make our hair look like it's healthy but are actually causing it some harm?
For my six weeks post wash day, I opted to co-wash with As I Am Cleansing Pudding. I won a jar of this from a summer blog giveaway. I was excited to use this product for the first time since I'd seen so many great reviews.
Also, I used the Caruso Steam Rollers again on my relaxed hair. Sadly, I didn't get a chance to take any pictures of the steam roller curls. Good news though. I used my satin pillow rollers a couple of nights later and got some good pics of the resulting curls.
Also, I used the Caruso Steam Rollers again on my relaxed hair. Sadly, I didn't get a chance to take any pictures of the steam roller curls. Good news though. I used my satin pillow rollers a couple of nights later and got some good pics of the resulting curls.
Saving money is always welcome. Especially in today’s world. And the words saving money and homeowner in the same sentence doesn’t seem to happen often.
If you own a home you know it’s your biggest expense. Not just because of the cost of the home, or the decorating of the home, but mainly in the upkeep of the home.
Even if you have a newer house, there’s always something that needs to be replaced or repaired. These replacements or repairs can sometimes be a minimal cost or a larger cost especially if you call someone to do the work.
If you own a home you know it’s your biggest expense. Not just because of the cost of the home, or the decorating of the home, but mainly in the upkeep of the home.
Even if you have a newer house, there’s always something that needs to be replaced or repaired. These replacements or repairs can sometimes be a minimal cost or a larger cost especially if you call someone to do the work.
One of the main keys to having healthy hair, whether it is or isn't chemically processed, is the products that are used. With a plethora of products available, it can be hard to decipher which products have ingredients that promote healthy hair and which have ingredients that mask the evidence of unhealthy hair.
It's time for another wash day post. And this week I participated in the third Wash Day Experience theme of Smooth Sailing: share your methods for achieving your smoothest results. I'm really excited about the theme this week because I can't wait to see the tips and tricks from other posters.
To participate in the Smooth Sailing theme I used the last of my Thermafuse Smooth Balance Shampoo and Conditioner, t-shirt dried, did a hot oil treatment, incorporated ceramides, and used Thermafuse HeatSmart Serum to seal. I also broke out the Caruso Steam Rollers (gasp!). You'll have to continue reading to see the results.
To participate in the Smooth Sailing theme I used the last of my Thermafuse Smooth Balance Shampoo and Conditioner, t-shirt dried, did a hot oil treatment, incorporated ceramides, and used Thermafuse HeatSmart Serum to seal. I also broke out the Caruso Steam Rollers (gasp!). You'll have to continue reading to see the results.
Have you ever noticed that your hair seems to feel or even look different after you spend some time outside? If you have, it's not just you. Spending time outside can put stress on our relaxed hair. Everything from the sun, wind, humidity, cold, and even heat can cause some damage to our relaxed strands.
You've probably heard of skin damage from being in the sun too long but those same UVA and UVB rays that can damage our skin can also damage and wear away the outer layers of our hair strands called the cuticle. This can lead to dry, limp, dull, and lifeless hair.
When it comes to the wind it can create knots and tangles in our hair that can take a lot of time to unravel and remove. Additionally, the more knots we have in our relaxed hair the more likely breakage is to occur when we try to remove the knots.
To help protect our hair from these and other outside or environmental elements there are few things we can do.
You've probably heard of skin damage from being in the sun too long but those same UVA and UVB rays that can damage our skin can also damage and wear away the outer layers of our hair strands called the cuticle. This can lead to dry, limp, dull, and lifeless hair.
When it comes to the wind it can create knots and tangles in our hair that can take a lot of time to unravel and remove. Additionally, the more knots we have in our relaxed hair the more likely breakage is to occur when we try to remove the knots.
To help protect our hair from these and other outside or environmental elements there are few things we can do.
Related read: How To Help Your Hair Recover From Summer
How time flies. I can't believe it's already been a month since my last touch-up. My new growth is starting to become evident, so I can't wait to see what this stretch will bring.
This week, the Wash Day Experience theme is Tried and True pamper your hair with your "tried and true" staple products and finish up with your fave style. I opted to use my staple products of a Coconut and Sunflower Oil hot oil treatment, Eden BodyWorks Jojoba Monoi Deep Conditioner, green tea rinse, and L'Oreal Total Repair 5 Restoring Conditioner with ceramides.
This week, the Wash Day Experience theme is Tried and True pamper your hair with your "tried and true" staple products and finish up with your fave style. I opted to use my staple products of a Coconut and Sunflower Oil hot oil treatment, Eden BodyWorks Jojoba Monoi Deep Conditioner, green tea rinse, and L'Oreal Total Repair 5 Restoring Conditioner with ceramides.
What do you mean that our hair can be damaged from friction?
Let me break it down. So what is friction in relation to our hair? It's when the hair strands rub against each other during times of manipulation. That includes things we do on a normal basis such as combing, brushing, styling, heat exposure, and washing.
When our hair is manipulated and friction occurs, it results in the hair cuticles rising up, potentially eroding, and swelling. All of which can cause static, flyaways, tangling, and breakage setting us back in our quest for healthy hair and also making our hair harder to style and not look as healthy as it could. All the things we don't want to happen to our hair.
Let me break it down. So what is friction in relation to our hair? It's when the hair strands rub against each other during times of manipulation. That includes things we do on a normal basis such as combing, brushing, styling, heat exposure, and washing.
Related read: How To Recognize And Prevent Hair Damage
When our hair is manipulated and friction occurs, it results in the hair cuticles rising up, potentially eroding, and swelling. All of which can cause static, flyaways, tangling, and breakage setting us back in our quest for healthy hair and also making our hair harder to style and not look as healthy as it could. All the things we don't want to happen to our hair.
Happy September!
Our Wash Day Experience hosts Jen from Just Grow Already and KLP from Saving Our Strands have created weekly wash day themes for September. The theme for week one is called Uncharted Territory and encourages us to try a new product, technique, or style we haven't before.
My participation in the theme includes using my new Thermal Hair Care Hot Head conditioning cap during my deep conditioning and doing a mini steam after air drying to bring back the moisture lost from air drying.
Our Wash Day Experience hosts Jen from Just Grow Already and KLP from Saving Our Strands have created weekly wash day themes for September. The theme for week one is called Uncharted Territory and encourages us to try a new product, technique, or style we haven't before.
My participation in the theme includes using my new Thermal Hair Care Hot Head conditioning cap during my deep conditioning and doing a mini steam after air drying to bring back the moisture lost from air drying.
We use chemicals such as relaxers, hair color, and keratin straightening to change the color or texture of our hair. But do you know what these chemicals are specifically formulated to do?
- Relaxers are the process of permanently chemically straightening the hair by breaking down the hair's natural bonds and reshaping them so they are straight
- Keratin straightening uses direct heat to seal the keratin protein in the cuticle layer. It's a semi-permanent treatment lasting about 3-4 months because it doesn't change the hair bonds
- Bleaching is the chemical lightening of the hair and the process strips the hair of essential oils
- Hair color, when permanent, brings about the oxidation of sulfur in the hair by penetrating the shaft
While this wash day was again easy-peasy the theme of it could be "you win some, you lose some." I had no major shedding or any breakage, but I was able to confirm my hair doesn't like air drying. For some reason when I air dry, my hair doesn't hold moisture as when I use my hooded dryer. Here are the details.
Related read: Wash Day: Almost 2 Weeks Post 4/19 Relaxer Touch-up
Have you ever watched a reality show that's focused on the journey of a person trying to improve themselves and after the episode ends wandered where are they now? I know I do. That's why I am starting a monthly post series on the health state of my hair.
In several previous posts, I've mentioned some of the issues, setbacks, and triumphs I've had with my hair, but I haven't provided a good update on what happened next.
This post is the first one in my Relaxed Hair Health Updates. In this particular post, I will provide an update on the following for the month of August:
In several previous posts, I've mentioned some of the issues, setbacks, and triumphs I've had with my hair, but I haven't provided a good update on what happened next.
This post is the first one in my Relaxed Hair Health Updates. In this particular post, I will provide an update on the following for the month of August:
- Hair goals: Where I am with my hair goals for the year
- Shedding: How my plan of attack on my shedding is going
Well, my relaxer touch-up was last week, and while it didn't go as well as I hoped I did have a good wash day this week.
This week on wash day I was tired and really didn't want to wash my relaxed hair, but it was so weighed down with product that I couldn't stand it anymore. Since I was working with a shortened time frame I changed things up a little bit. Here's what I did:
This week on wash day I was tired and really didn't want to wash my relaxed hair, but it was so weighed down with product that I couldn't stand it anymore. Since I was working with a shortened time frame I changed things up a little bit. Here's what I did:
Let me say the Thermafuse HeatSmart Serum Condition is amazing. It is thick and has a pleasant smell. This stuff sinks into my relaxed hair and makes it feel nice and soft after use. I first started using it when my hair was really dry due to low to no moisturizing for years. This conditioner helped me get my relaxed hair back on the right track.
Related read: Thermafuse f450° Smooth Balance Shampoo And Condition
Let me just start by apologizing for not having any images of my hair. I don't have any for two reasons: 1) I didn't have time after the salon trip as I was late for the CD listening party of the jazz band my brother's in and 2) I didn't like the way my hair turned out.
Now that the apologies are out of the way, let's dig into the details.
Now that the apologies are out of the way, let's dig into the details.
It’s no secret that I’ve been laid off not once, but three times (don't go into the advertising or marketing field folks). I talked about the first two layoffs a little bit in my post How I Paid Off My Car A Year Early (Despite Being Laid Off Twice). Believe me, I know that it sucks and it’s no less of a sting the third time it happens.
Each of my job layoffs lasted for different lengths of time but thankfully I was able to get new employment within months of being laid off. I also didn't have to go into debt or have a setback in my financial journey. A lot of that is due to these eight things I did that helped me get through those months of unemployment and get back on my feet.
Each of my job layoffs lasted for different lengths of time but thankfully I was able to get new employment within months of being laid off. I also didn't have to go into debt or have a setback in my financial journey. A lot of that is due to these eight things I did that helped me get through those months of unemployment and get back on my feet.
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Hi I'm Leah, the creator of A Relaxed Gal blog providing hair, beauty, and lifestyle inspiration and tips for women who want a simple way to look great, feel great, and live great.