Stretching-Out Relaxer Challenge (Update)!

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EssenceGrL436	Stretching-Out Relaxer Challenge (Update)!		Lead	[-]
Posts: 71 04/02/2005 1:57 AM	Tags : None It's the start of a new month ladies, and for those that joined this challenge in February, I wanted to see how you were doing!! If you can answer the following questions below to familarize members (those who have joined the challenge or are considering joining) with your goals/plan for stretching out, it would be greatly appreciated! 1. When did you start the stretching-out relaxer challenge? 2. How many weeks post-relaxer are you currently? How many inches of new growth do you currently have? 3. How many weeks do you plan on sticking with the challenge? 4. How are you managing all that new growth? 5. Are you currently encountering any challenges with this challenge? 6. Why have you joined this challenge, and how do you think this would help you achieve your ultimate hair goal? Thanks ladies!!!!! "I freed thousands of slaves, I could have freed thousands more if they only knew they were slaves" - Harriet Tubman Hair Type: 4a Currently 2 INCHES from Bra Strap :) 1st Goal: Bra Strap by 12/04 2nd Goal: Mid back by 06/05 NO HEAT CHALLENGE: STARTED 04/04 NO SODA CHALLENGE: STARTED 09/03 BUN CHALLENGE: STARTED 05/04
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EssenceGrL436	Re: Stretching-Out Relaxer Challenge (Update)!	#1	[url]	[-]
Posts: 71 04/02/2005 2:05 AM	1. I started on Jan. 21, 2005. 2. I am currently 2 months, 11 days post relaxer (9 weeks, 4 days ) 3. I am going for 16 weeks! 4. As I always say, moisture is key and so are frequent washes! 5. I am not encountering any major challenges, however, I have experienced alot of dryness with my new growth, despite all the moisture I add. My hair really just sucks all that moisture right up! 6. I have joined this challenge to keep me motivated, to motivate all the wonderful ladies on this board, and to accomplish something beneficial for my hair. The longer I stretch my NG out, the thicker and stronger my hair is. So far, its been a wonderful journey! Next! "I freed thousands of slaves, I could have freed thousands more if they only knew they were slaves" - Harriet Tubman Hair Type: 4a Currently 2 INCHES from Bra Strap :) 1st Goal: Bra Strap by 12/04 2nd Goal: Mid back by 06/05 NO HEAT CHALLENGE: STARTED 04/04 NO SODA CHALLENGE: STARTED 09/03 BUN CHALLENGE: STARTED 05/04
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MissPNG	Re: Stretching-Out Relaxer Challenge (Update)!	#2	[url]	[-]
Posts: 10 04/06/2005 9:09 AM	1. I started Jan 29. 2. I am currently 9 1/2 weeks post relaxer. 3. I just relaxed tonight 4. My new growth is about 1 - 1 1/2 inches. I have been able to manage it pretty well. 5.the most challenging thing is not being abl to air dry when I got to 8 weeks. My new growth was hard to comb through with air drying. Because I don't want to use heat I would blow dry using cool air and then flat iron. 6. I joined the challenge to make myself find ways to deal with my new growth instead of jumping to relax it as soon as i became frustrated.
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CarmelTreat	Re: Stretching-Out Relaxer Challenge (Update)!	#3	[url]	[-]
Posts: 1490 04/07/2005 10:55 PM ADMINISTRATOR	Well, I just relaxed recently, so I need to start over. 1. I'm planning to start after my next relaxer, probably around May 1st. 2. Currently, I'm 3 weeks post relaxer, but my hair has been severely underprocessed in some parts so I'm holding on only to the 6-weeks mark so I can get it corrected. I don't have much new growth as of yet. 3. Once I start, I'm going to aim for 8 weeks (planning around a trip). After my relaxer I'm planning to do in June, I'm going to push for 9+ weeks. My usual is 9 weeks without getting braids. 4. For me, what helps the most is increasing my washing to every 3-4 days, shampooing once a week and CO washes for the other wash(es) of the week. When I airdry, I use plenty of oil (more than my 1st few weeks), usually coconut and/or olive oil. And, braidouts work the best for me so that I'm not combing everyday. In the later weeks (past week 5 or 6), I only comb in the shower when washing. Lastly, I moisturize daily with a spritz of water + leave-in and then seal it with oil, focusing on the ends. 5. When I follow my regimen, I usually don't have much problem at all. 6. I'm joining this challenge because I get some of my best growth when I extend my relaxers as far as possible. It really makes a difference in the health and strength of my hair.
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Unregistered(d)	Re: Stretching-Out Relaxer Challenge (Update)!	#4	[url]	[-]
Posts: 0 04/11/2005 2:57 AM	1. Started March 27, 2005 2. Currently 2 weeks post relaxer. Not sure how much new growth I have. 3. I plan on sticking with the challenge for 12 weeks 4. I have discovered Wild Growth Hair Oil and it has been working very well for me. Luckily for me also I don't really smell anything. If I find something to contain my shedding I should be able to make it. Also Sta Sof Fro does wonders at softening my new growth. 5. My majoy challenge will be shedding that I'm currently having. I plan to get the Alter Ego Lotion to see if it will help. 6. Joined because it will motivate me to stay the course, and if I have problems I know I'll be able to get help here
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CarmelTreat	Re: Stretching-Out Relaxer Challenge (Update)!	#5	[url]	[-]
Posts: 1490 04/11/2005 7:21 PM ADMINISTRATOR	It's so nice to see you, Lueava!!! I'm glad you made it here! It sounds like you're hair is doing great! So, you don't smell the funny smell everyone talks about with WGO? That's good. How do you use yours?
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Unregistered(d)	Re: Stretching-Out Relaxer Challenge (Update)!	#6	[url]	[-]
Posts: 0 04/11/2005 9:29 PM	Thanks for the warm welcome Carmel. I can't decide if the WGO smells like curry or more herbal, but it's definately not bad to me, and hubby doesn't smell anything at all so that's a bonus. I use it on my scalp and hair when wet, or on my hair when dry and it definately keeps it moisturised and very soft. I've also being using it mixed with Mango Butter (especially since I have 3 that I'm trying to use up) and it works well with it.
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CarmelTreat	Re: Stretching-Out Relaxer Challenge (Update)!	#7	[url]	[-]
Posts: 1490 04/14/2005 10:46 PM ADMINISTRATOR	Okay, cool. Thanks for sharing, Lueava. I'm still scared to try it. I'm really sensitive to smells. I wish I could get a sample or something. Oh, and things are going so well with my underpressed maintenance. CO washes and twistouts are helping making it easy. I might try to stretch out to 7-8 weeks as opposed to only the 6. I was scared of the underprocessing at first and wanted to get it corrected ASAP. I'm managing now and it's not AS urgent.
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Unregistered(d)	Re: Stretching-Out Relaxer Challenge (Update)!	#8	[url]	[-]
Posts: 0 04/20/2005 7:35 PM	Hello ladies! I am a newbie! This is a wonderful board and I am happy to be a part of it. I got a relaxer Feb. 23 and I am trying to stretch 20 wks (5 months) and get a touch up in July. I don't know how I'm gonna make it. I need to know what products to use while I'm stretching. I've been thinking about s-curl after reading many reviews about it.
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CarmelTreat	Re: Stretching-Out Relaxer Challenge (Update)!	#9	[url]	[-]
Posts: 1490 04/21/2005 5:44 AM ADMINISTRATOR	Hey there, blessedangil03! Welcome! So glad to have you! I'm rooting you on for your 5 months! I'm sure you can do it. What's the longest you've stretched before? Can you answer Essence's questionare so we can get a little background info for the challenge? I haven't tried it, but I've heard s-curl is good stuff.
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Unregistered(d)	Re: Stretching-Out Relaxer Challenge (Update)!	#10	[url]	[-]
Posts: 0 04/22/2005 6:33 PM	1. When did you start the stretching-out relaxer challenge? Last week I decided to stretch out my relaxer. 2. How many weeks post-relaxer are you currently? How many inches of new growth do you currently have? 8 weeks, I don’t measure my new growth so I am clueless. 3. How many weeks do you plan on sticking with the challenge? About 10-12 weeks. 4. How are you managing all that new growth? I just bought some s-curl, so I am planning on using that on my new growth. I will be co washing about 1 a week (maybe more), and having my hair in protective styles such as cornrows, braids, and buns 5. Are you currently encountering any challenges with this challenge? Nope none at all. 6. Why have you joined this challenge, and how do you think this would help you achieve your ultimate hair goal? After I had to get a mini cut, I decided that I will stretch my relaxer so I could see more growth. P.S Thanks for the welcome Carmel!
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Asheeyme	Re: Stretching-Out Relaxer Challenge (Update)!	#11	[url]	[-]
Posts: 14 04/27/2005 1:01 AM	I began March 11! I'm in my 9th week of stretching. I am moisturizing my life away & bunning my hair into shape. I use Conditioner Washes to help keep the softness going after I deep condition or do a hot oil treatment. I will be braiding up my hair to help me through the next 3 months... Hopefully I can stretch out some sexy NG!! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ My Current Length: 19 inches from edges to ends longest length My Goal: 25 inches or BLS (whichever comes first) Ultimate Goal: Manageable, Thick, Waist Length Hair Nutritional Intake: Liquid Chlorophyll, Biotin Lozenges, Spirulina, Horsetail Tea or Liquid Drops, and sometime GNC Nourish Hair Vitamins Ashee's Journey Hair Journey pw: mine Instant Weave Beginner pw: fullcap
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CarmelTreat	Re: Stretching-Out Relaxer Challenge (Update)!	#12	[url]	[-]
Posts: 1490 04/28/2005 5:37 AM ADMINISTRATOR	Aren't CO washes great?!! I can't belive the softeness I get after doing one. Sounds like you have a great regimen going, Asheymee. Gotta love the sexxy NG!
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Asheeyme	Re: Stretching-Out Relaxer Challenge (Update)!	#13	[url]	[-]
Posts: 14 05/01/2005 10:18 PM	I am braided up but I think I will release these bad boys one month earlier than I would like... I think I will try Fa Salons & see how they are... Hopefully they will take better care of my hair when braiding & be just as quick or I'll buy the braiding DVDs & do it myself... ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ My Current Length: 19 inches from edges to ends longest length My Goal: 25 inches or BLS (whichever comes first) Ultimate Goal: Manageable, Thick, Waist Length Hair Nutritional Intake: Liquid Chlorophyll, Biotin Lozenges, Spirulina, Horsetail Tea or Liquid Drops, and sometime GNC Nourish Hair Vitamins Ashee's Journey Hair Journey pw: mine Instant Weave Beginner pw: fullcap
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CarmelTreat	Re: Stretching-Out Relaxer Challenge (Update)!	#14	[url]	[-]
Posts: 1490 07/01/2005 10:31 PM ADMINISTRATOR	Ladies, should we start a new stretching-out relaxer challenge? For those involved, can you give us and upate? Where are you in your stretch out? If you had to go ahead and get a relaxer, how long did you wait? Have you see any significan improvement in your hair since stretching out your touch-ups?
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Asheeyme	Re: Stretching-Out Relaxer Challenge (Update)!	#15	[url]	[-]
Posts: 14 07/02/2005 7:11 AM	Hi all, A quick line before I head to bed... I am really anxious now... I am wrapping up my current hair stretching challenges: Crown & Glory (mainly). I have 27 days left to go.... Lawd help me I am trying to get back into my CO Washes (CarmelTreat) . I have seen, I think, a little over 2 inches in some areas but that all will be seen when relaxed $:\$ I'm just hoping that I can retain the grown & that I'm closer to Bra Strap.... I do see my nape getting better, struggling but getting there. Stretching really does allow the hair to thicken up, I just don't want to lose any thickness or length.... I'll update again soon! -Lata ladies & happy growing! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ My Current Length: 19 inches from edges to ends longest length My Goal: 25 inches or BLS (whichever comes first) Ultimate Goal: Manageable, Thick, Waist Length Hair Nutritional Intake: Liquid Chlorophyll, Biotin Lozenges, Spirulina, Horsetail Tea or Liquid Drops, and sometime GNC Nourish Hair Vitamins Ashee's Journey Hair Journey pw: mine Instant Weave Beginner pw: fullcap
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CaramelCutie4ya	Re: Stretching-Out Relaxer Challenge (Update)!	#16	[url]	[-]
Posts: 10 07/03/2005 1:37 AM	1. May 2. Week 10. i have 2- 2.5 inches of new growth. 3. maybe 5 more weeks, after that i think i'm going to HAVE TO get one or get some corn rows. 4. Co-Washes, Moisturize, comb to detangle while shampooing and conditioning 5. laziness... haha, discouragement b/c i see all these other black girls around w/shoulder length and waste length hair and min is like to my ears... 6. I joined because i want my hair to be healthier. The healthier my hair is the faster it will grow and the more i will be able to hold on to. Hair Type: 2b,3c Currently to my ears 1st Goal: arm-pit by next august 2nd Goal: Bra Strap by the time i'm a junior in college (I'm currently an up-comming freshman) NO HEAT CHALLENGE: May NO WEAVE CHALLENGE: June REGEMINE: co wash 2-5 times a week w/VO5 Oasis con. Wash each week w/Motions CPR poo and Con Moisturize with Silk Elements anti breakage OTHER THINGS I USE: take biotin, use MTG, Surge, heat protectant if i know i anm going to be in the sun.
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CarmelTreat	Re: Stretching-Out Relaxer Challenge (Update)!	#17	[url]	[-]
Posts: 1490 07/04/2005 5:12 PM ADMINISTRATOR	Hey Asheeyme! Great to see you back. Ooooohh!!! You seems like you've made some great progress with your challenges! I can't wait to hear how much you have overall once you relax. And girl, 2 inches may look like 2 inches now, but remember it's crinkled (spelled wrong, I know) up since it's new grwoth. I bet it's longer than that! Thanks for the update and I'm on the edge of my seat!!!
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CarmelTreat	Re: Stretching-Out Relaxer Challenge (Update)!	#18	[url]	[-]
Posts: 1490 07/04/2005 5:16 PM ADMINISTRATOR	Welcome to the forum, CaramelCutie4ya! Wow, 2-2.5 inches in 10 weeks is great! It seems like your hair grows fast, so I wouldn't even worry. You'll see you length soon enough. Don't be discouraged. We're all still learning and everyone is at different stages. If anything, try to look at those with the length you desire as inspirations. Find out what they did to get where they are and just work at it. You'll make it! Welcome again and I can't wait to hear more about your progress!
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cincysweetie	Re: Stretching-Out Relaxer Challenge (Update)!	#19	[url]	[-]
Posts: 301 07/05/2005 8:03 AM Registered Member	I was challenging myself to going 16 weeks and I made it! And I don't have a relaxer appointment schedule yet, so I will probably go more than 16.
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CarmelTreat	Re: Stretching-Out Relaxer Challenge (Update)!	#20	[url]	[-]
Posts: 1490 07/13/2005 7:20 PM ADMINISTRATOR	16 weeks, Cincy! That's great!!! Congrats and hats off to you, girl! I think I'm going to start over. When I posted the first time, I made it to 8 weeks with my underprocessed hair (2 weeks later than I planned, so that was good). For the latest relaxer (in May), I'll be 9 weeks on Saturday. I've been holding out with buns and ponytail for the most part this time (I just haven't had time to do braidouts). I've been washing every 4 days religously the last few weeks and hair is nice and moisturized. But, it's getting tough and I'm going to have to get the touch-up next week. It's cool though, because my birthday is on the 23rd. So, I'm treating myself to a touch-up and a 1st time color!!! Yay! So, I'll update my answers to the questions when I touch-up and decide how long I want to stretch for the next one.
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