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One strand at a time. KLP @ SavingOurStrandshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16351404032388180656noreply@blogger.comBlogger686125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2539945614980746790.post-1341936066768891512016-07-07T17:56:00.001-04:002016-09-28T13:44:14.884-04:0010 Cute Vacation Hairstyles For Natural HairSummer brings out the best in my curls. The volume and my fluffy kinks give me all kinds of <i>LIFE</i>. But...it also brings out the worse in my hair. Think frizz and a mind boggling amount of <i>SHRINKAGE</i>. And when I'm on vacation, I just got no time for my hair's unpredictability. So on those days when my hair just won't act right, I toss it up into one of these uber cute fun in the sun vacation hairstyles:<br />
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1/ KURLY KLIPS [Clip in Extensions] (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2015/09/meet-my-kurly-klips-washdayexperience.html">tutorial</a>)</h3>
What I love about Kurly Klips is that they are quick, easy, and you can keep all of your hair hidden while still rocking big bad hair.<br />
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2/ TOP KNOT (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2015/03/top-knot-for-natural-hair-washdayexperience.html" target="_blank">tutorial</a>)</h3>
The top knot will always be in season. Especially when it's hot, hazy, and humid. Adding a flirty flower accessory gives this style a fun vacation feel. <br />
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3/ DOUBLE DUTCH BRAID + BRAID (<a href="https://www.blogger.com/null" target="_blank">tutorial</a>)</h3>
Two braids pulled into a low bun. Simple. Easy. Quick. Uber cute! I loved this style whilst I relaxed my hair but it's even better now that my hair is curly! <br />
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4/ TUCK & ROLL (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2015/05/flirty-tuck-and-roll-washdayexperience.html" target="_blank">tutorial</a>)</h3>
I literally tuck, roll, and pin my curls up into this style. It takes no effort at all, keeps my hair tamed, and looks like I spent more than 5 minutes getting myself together. Win Win!<br />
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5/ HEADBAND + CURLS (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2014/06/wash-day_25.html" target="_blank">tutorial</a>)</h3>
Just like adding a head band---the second easiest way to jazz up your vacation look is with a flirty fun headband. Head bands work double duty for me. It's a way to smooth my edges and give my messy updos an intentional look.<br />
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6/ LOW BUN (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/06/low-bun-for-natural-hair.html" target="_blank">tutorial</a>)</h3>
I love this low bun because it's voluminous, doesn't snatch my edges, and super comfortable. I don't have to use weave or one of those cute mesh donut thingamajigs either. The best part of this updo is that it doesn't ruin my curls. At night, I take all the pins out, shake my hair out then band it. (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/05/shrunken-wash-and-go-washdayexperience.html" target="_blank">here are the dets on how I band my hair</a>) When I release the bands the next morning, all I have to do is fluff and go! This is how I wore my hair the next day!<br />
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7/ TURBAN + PUFF (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2015/07/turban-curly-puff-washdayexperience.html" target="_blank">tutorial</a>)</h3>
The high puff is my go to style when the heat and humidity makes me feel like I'm going to spontaneously combust. Adding a turban gives the style an extra oomph and <i>va va voom</i>. <br />
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8/ SIDE SWEPT WASH & GO (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2015/02/wash-day-curly-upsweep-perm-rods.html" target="_blank">tutorial</a>)</h3>
Wash and go's are perfect the summer. Here's a cute way to jazz it up: pull all your curls over to the side then add a few hair pins and maybe a decorative head band to give the style even more pizazz. <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2015/02/wash-day-curly-upsweep-perm-rods.html" target="_blank">This style works well for any curl set; especially perm rods!</a><br />
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9/ HEADWRAP (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2014/10/hair-blogger-confessions.html" target="_blank">tutorial</a>)</h3>
The absolutely easiest, chicest, sassiest, solution to your vacation hair problems. Just throw a colorful patterned headscarf on, add some hoop earrings, then call it done! With so many ways to tie a headscarf and their affordability, how can you say no? <br />
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10/ FISHTAIL BRAIDS (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/01/fishtail-udpo-for-natural-hair.html" target="_blank">tutorial</a>)</h3>
Goddess braids are super versatile. They're perfect for pool side lounging and vogue enough for a night out. The key to a thick braid is to gently tuck on each side of the braid to fluff it out.<br />
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What's your favorite vacation style? Link it up below!<br />
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<i>Besitos!</i><br />
KLP<br />
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I absolutely adore #WashDayExperience themes! Right now my hair is on auto-pilot and I want to shake things up a little bit before I get too lazy and stop giving my hair<span class="emoji"> </span><img class="vm s43jn" data-emo="💯" src="https://ssl.gstatic.com/chat/emoji/6/emoji_u1f4af.png" /> The timing of these themes couldn't be more perfect! But let's start from the beginning!<br />
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WHAT IS THE #WASHDAYEXPERIENCE?</h3>
The #washdayexperience is a place for ladies
who are striving for healthier hair to share the hows, whats, whens,
and whys of their weekly wash day ritual. It doesn't matter what state your hair is in: natural, colored, relaxed, texlaxed,
curly, straight, or loc'd---ALL ARE WELCOME. You may share via
blog/vlog, Insta, G+, Twitter, and Facebook.<br />
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#WASHDAYEXPERIENCE THEMES</h3>
Wash day can be one part "omgosh I'm not here for this" and 4 parts "but I just don't wannnaaaaa". So Jen and I
created a few themes to spice it up a bit. Here are your themes for July:<br />
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<b>Week 1: Vacation Hair Styles</b><br />
How are you styling your hair this summer or on vacation? Which styles do you plan to try?<br />
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<b>Week 2: Sun & Swimming Hair Protection </b><br />
The sun can suck the moisture out of your hair whilst chlorine is extremely damaging. How are you protecting your hair from the wind, water, or sand this summer?<br />
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<b>Week 3: Humidity Help</b><br />
What are your favorite techniques and tips for combating frizz and fuzz from the increased humidity?<br />
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<b>Week 4: Big Bad Heatless Curls</b><br />
Big hair don't care! What is your favorite technique for big bad voluminous curls?<br />
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HOW TO JOIN THE #WASHDAYEXPERIENCE</h3>
Our look might have changed over the last year, but the rules for all this positivity are still the same: <br />
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<li>Share the direct link to your #WashDayExperience linkup. We go live every Wednesday.</li>
<li><a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/p/the-wash-day-experience.html" target="_blank">Add the #WashDayExperience badge to your post</a></li>
<li>Give the chica that linked up before you a little comment love. </li>
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Stupid easy! Will you join the madness? Share a link to your blog below!<br />
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<i>Besitos!</i><br />
KLP <br />
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1/ SIDE SWEPT (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2015/02/wash-day-curly-upsweep-perm-rods.html" target="_blank">tutorial</a>)</h3>
I am in LOVE with this style. It's effortless, sophisticated, and super easy. Pull all your curls over to the side then add a few hair pins and maybe a decorative head band to give the style even more pizazz. <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2015/02/wash-day-curly-upsweep-perm-rods.html" target="_blank">This style works well for any curl set; especially perm rods!</a><br />
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2/ HIGH PUFF (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/03/how-to-get-perfect-high-puff-on-natural-hair.html" target="_blank">tutorial</a>)</h3>
Of course this list wouldn't be complete without my high puff. I usually love my high puff voluminous and fluffy---which usually leads to tangles and dehydrated curls. But not when my hair is in a wash and go! My wash and go technique ensures that my curls are tangle free and uber moisturized. <br />
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<b>RELATED: <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/05/how-i-maintained-my-wash-and-go-for-5-days.html" target="_blank">How To Maintain Your Wash and Go for 5 Days!!</a></b><br />
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3/ FROHAWK (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2015/07/fierce-frohawk-washdayexperience.html" target="_blank">tutorial</a>)</h3>
Frohawks are fierce, edgy, and fun but I'm not gonna lie---I'm gonna need some time to get used to this one on me because it's not my usual sleek sophisticated <i>(aka mom hair) </i>look. I'm not yet comfortable with really bold styles on my curls but at the same time---I feel really empowered by its carefree wildness.<br />
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4/ BANGS (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/06/fro-with-bangs-washdayexperience.html" target="_blank">tutorial</a>)</h3>
Shaping your curls requires either a cut or some strategic fluffing. Because I'm not really ready for that cut life, I choose to band my curls to elongate them. My bangs are completely overgrown so a add a few hair pins to the front to give the illusion of face framing fluffy bang realness. (Say that 10 times fast! LOL)<br />
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5/ LOW PUFF (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2015/07/low-puff-washdayexperience.html" target="_blank">tutorial</a>)</h3>
My curls in the front of my hair tend to frizz up faster than the ones in the back---but instead of washing--I usually pull my hair back into a low puff. Low puffs are functional (it keeps my hair out of my face) but classic. Adding a little edge control tames my edges and flyaways for a sleek look.<br />
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6/ HALF UP </h3>
Ever wake up with one side of your curls smushed and flat? (Hope that someone else besides me is raising their hand right now...) There are times when no matter how much fluffing I do---my curls on one side just won't act right--enter my half up style. I just pin up the offending curls, shake the style out a little and boom! The perfect "I meant to do that" style!<br />
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<i>Besitos!</i><br />
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I've tried a lot of deep conditioners, but there are 3 that I find myself buying over and over. I have at least 2 bottles of each on hand at all times. Here are my top 3 deep conditioners and why they slay:<br />
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JESSICURL DEEP TREATMENT </h3>
(<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2014/04/jessicurl-deep-treatment-product-review.html" target="_blank">full review here</a>) (<a href="http://amzn.to/28LiPkQ" target="_blank">buy it here</a>)<br />
If you're on the search for a beautifully insane moisturizing conditioner, I doubt that Jessicurl Deep Treatment will disappoint. I thought that this conditioner was perfect for my telaxed hair but it's even BETTER for my curls. It's thick and creamy. Doesn't leave a residue and it's ingredients make my curls smile. Late last year, when my ends were feeling frizzy, dry and damaged, I whipped this conditioner back out, applied it to my dry hair, sealed with a little oil, then left it in overnight. By the morning, my curls were revitalized. My hair felt so good that I didn't even bother rinsing the treatment. (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2015/08/back-to-basic-buns-washdayexperience.html" target="_blank">you can check out that #washdayexperience here</a>) Needless to say, if when my hair is in need of mega moisture, Deep Treatment is the conditioner that I call. <br />
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<b>RELATED: <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/03/4-ways-to-make-deep-conditioning-easier.html" target="_blank">4 Deep Conditioning Hacks</a></b><br />
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MATRIX HYDRASOURCE CONDITIONER</h3>
(<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2013/03/product-review-matrix-biolage-ultra.html" target="_blank">full review here</a>) (<a href="http://amzn.to/28RH8gS" target="_blank">buy it here</a>)<br />
Again, I've used the conditioner for years. (4 years to be exact) It was my holy grail when my hair was relaxed back then, it was amazing while I transitioned, and today is still nourishes my curls from root to tip. I love the way that this conditioner sinks into my hair. This conditioner is fantastic when applied without heat, but when you add heat---it takes its replenishing properties up to that next next level. <br />
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<b>RELATED: <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2014/10/why-i-deep-condition-overnight.html" target="_blank">Why I deep condition</a><a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2014/10/why-i-deep-condition-overnight.html" target="_blank"> overnight</a></b><br />
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AUBREY GPB CONDITIONER</h3>
(<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/01/review-aubrey-organics-gpb-conditioner.html" target="_blank">full review here</a>) (<a href="http://amzn.to/28Moh8t" target="_blank">buy it here</a>)<br />
My curls have shown me that they thrive on moisture, but that they need protein to stay strong and resilient. That's where my Aubrey GPB Conditioner comes into play. This conditioner offers the perfect balance of moisture and protein. It defines my curls, has a ridiculous amount of slippage, and prevents breakage. I've used it both as a pre-shampoo strengthening treatment and as a deep conditioner. So if you've ever had that moment when your curls limp or don't have that much spring to them---give this conditioner a try. (You can thank me later!)<br />
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<li>Moisturize, detangle, and seal your hair. </li>
<li>Create a middle part. (Any part will do. I like the middle part because I struggle to get my bangs pulled back when I do a side part)</li>
<li>Apply a product to tame our edges. I used Eco Styler Krystal Gel (<a href="http://amzn.to/28OpT21" target="_blank">buy it here</a>). </li>
<li>Smooth your hair back into a low puff using a hair tie. I used my DIY Ribbon Hair Ties (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/06/diy-ribbon-hair-ties-for-natural-hair.html" target="_blank">here's how to make them</a>). The key is not to double the hair tie. </li>
<li>Roll, tuck and pin your hair around the perimeter of the hair tie to form your bun. </li>
<li>Finish with a light mist of hair spray (I used <a href="http://amzn.to/28LjGlB" target="_blank">Chi Enviro Flex Hold Hair Spray</a> to keep your curls in place and tame frizzy flyaways. </li>
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The best part of this updo is that it doesn't ruin my curls. At night, I take all the pins out, shake my hair out then band it. (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/05/shrunken-wash-and-go-washdayexperience.html" target="_blank">here are the dets on how I band my hair</a>) When I release the bands the next morning, all I have to do is fluff and go! This is how I wore my hair the next day!<br />
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How was your #washdayexperience? Anyone else sporting an updo this week?<br />
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If you're reading this, you've probably either attempted a wash and go or are thinking about attempting a wash and go. You might not think that wash and gos work for your hair type. You might not have found your perfect wash and go curling cocktail. But, I'm here to give you a gentle encouraging nudge to give the wash and go life a chance. Here are 6 reasons why you should try a wash and go (again):<br />
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Increased Curl Definition </h3>
The wash and go is less about achieving a certain "style" and more about figuring out what technique + product selection encourages your strands to clump, curl and pop. There are tons of methods that you can use to define your curls (I use the rake and shake + praying hands for example). With each wash and go I've seen increased curl poppage and curl memory <br />
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Low Maintenance</h3>
I literally do nothing to my hair after wash day. No moisturizing and sealing. No detangling. No restyling.To keep my curls shaped, I band it at night using my DIY Ribbon Hair Ties and then cover with a satin cap/scarf. (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2013/10/healthy-hair-insight-my-favorite.html" target="_blank">You can find out more about banding here</a>---just trust me, it's AMAZEBALLS) My curls stay defined for days.<br />
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<b>RELATED: <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/06/diy-ribbon-hair-ties-for-natural-hair.html" target="_blank">DIY Ribbon Hair Ties For Natural Hair </a></b><br />
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Quasi-Protective Style</h3>
While I can't say that the wash and go is a legit style that will protect your ends. I can say this: Because of my product cocktail, my ends stay uber moisturized between washes. My shrinkage doesn't allow my curls to touch my shoulders, so I don't have to worry about the ends of my hair rubbing and snagging on anything. Then there's the business of the gel cast. The gel cast is almost like a protective curl exoskeleton (say that 10 times fast!). The cast prevents moisture from escaping (as quickly) from your strands and keeps your curls weighed down which prevents tangling.Which leads me to my next point...<br />
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Less Tangles</h3>
In the past, when I tried wash and gos, my gel application was lousy (I only used gel on my ends instead of the entire strand), my hair wasn't properly moisturized prior to applying the gel, and I didn't band my hair. All of this was a recipe for tangles, knots, and general natural hair mayhem. <br />
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Gym/Workout Friendly</h3>
I work out 5-6 days a week, 30 minutes to an hour. Now I'm not talking yoga---where you don't sweat and look cute. I'm talking 2 mile morning runs + 30 minute cardio kickboxing with a few plyometric and circuit training courses sprinkled in. I sweat like a sinner in church. But my wash and go never shows it! I shared all of the details on how I do it here: <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/05/how-i-maintained-my-wash-and-go-for-5-days.html" target="_blank">How to Maintain Your Wash and go for 5 days!</a><br />
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Long Lasting</h3>
My very first wash and go experience was terrifying to say he least. The style lasted all of 24 hours before I gave up, co-washed then put my hair up in a bun. Luckily, I'm stupid persistent because at almost a year later, I'm <i>alllll </i>about the wash and go. My curls are moisturized, defined, and last for dayssss (so far the longest I've been able to go is 8 days between wash and gos). So even if you've failed time and time again to get the wash and go of your dreams---I encourage you to keep trying. Because your curls were <i>made </i>for this. Literally!<br />
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<h3>PERMANENT </h3>Henna is permanent. It's a natural plant. It's not a chemical create in a lab nor is it ink. The henna plant only makes one color: Red. <br />
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<h3>CUMULATIVE </h3>The effect of henna on your hair color is cumulative--meaning that each time you do a treatment, your color will get deeper and richer. It takes a few days for your henna to fully oxidize and produce the finished effect.<br />
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<h3>HEAT</h3>Using a warm henna paste + sitting under the dryer after applying your henna will give your hair a deeper richer color.<br />
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<h3>DOES NOT LIGHTEN HAIR</h3>Henna can not lighten your hair tone. Henna does not open the cuticle and lift or lighten your hair's natural hair pigment. Henna coats your hair like a varnish, which means your individual shade sits underneath the henna, creating a color that's unique to you. Essentially, henna stains your hair the same way that a beet will stain whatever it touches. The result is a mix of the red from the beet and whatever color the object was before the beet touched it.<br />
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<h3>INDIGO</h3>Indigo is not henna. It's another plant that can be used to dye/stain your hair. When mixed with henna it creates brown hues.<br />
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<h3>CASSIA</h3>Cassia obovata is not henna. It's another plant that can be used to dye/stain your hair. Cassia has a yellow tint that typically doesn't show up on dark hair. Thus it's been called "neutral henna" because it has many of the same benefits of henna without the color.<br />
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<b>RELATED: <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/06/lush-henna-caca-rouge-results-natural-hair.html" target="_blank">Lush Caca Rouge Results (3rd Application) </a></b><br />
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<h3>CURL LOOSENING</h3>Henna can loosen your curl pattern. According to my favorite Curly Scientist, with each henna application your hair absorbs the henna, but it also absorbs water. The henna + water combo weighs the strands down thus elongating the curl. If you strip all the science-y stuff away, to me, it sounds like henna can "over-moisturize" your hair depending on your hair's texture, porosity, and the frequency of henna use. I have noticed that my curls are more elongated following my henna applications. However, my curl returns to normal a few days later. My curl definition has also changed. When my hair is wet, it's a bit more frizzy, however when it dries (for example in a wash and go) the definition is actually greater and it lasts. <br />
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<h3>DRYING</h3>Henna can be drying. The drying affects of henna can be combated by applying an oil to your hair before application, adding moisturizing ingredients to your recipe or deep conditioning your hair after application. I like to deep condition for at least an hour <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2014/10/why-i-deep-condition-overnight.html" target="_blank">under my hooded dryer or over night</a> after henna treatments. <br />
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<h3>APPLICATION</h3>Applying henna to damp hair makes the application process easier. I like to co-wash my hair before applying my henna paste.<br />
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<h3>STRAND AND PATCH TEST</h3>Always perform a patch test on your skin then a strand test on your hair of your henna paste before using. This video by <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GvE7MUsJbVQ" target="_blank">Chemese</a> about her severe allergic reaction to what she thought was henna should be enough to convince you. Because I love my hair and I can be stupid paranoid, I've only used Lush's Caca Rouge. Lush's henna treatments are premixed and reputable.<br />
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For right now, the pros of henna outweigh the negatives. I'm extremely happy with the health of my hair and the hair is EVERYTHING!<br />
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If you are a henna pro--share your experience with henna below. If you're a henna newbie---feel free to ask questions!<br />
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Besitos!<br />
KLP<br />
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<b>RELATED: <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/03/how-to-get-perfect-high-puff-on-natural-hair.html" target="_blank">How To Get The Perfect High Puff </a></b><br />
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Ribbon Elastic Hair ties are stupid easy to make; literally effortless. If you can tie a knot---then you can make a boat load of hair ties. Personally, these are my favorite hair ties for banding my wash and go. Banding with these hair ties doesn't cause breakage and prevents those weird indents that I get from regular hair ties. <br />
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<b>RELATED: <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/06/perfecting-my-wash-and-go.html" target="_blank">Perfecting Your Wash and Go with Banding</a></b><br />
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Benefits of Ribbon Elastic Hair Ties</h3>
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<li>No metal to snag your hair on</li>
<li>Ceaseless</li>
<li>Incredibly gentle</li>
<li>Stupid cheap</li>
<li>Comfortable</li>
<li>Always the perfect size</li>
<li>Customize your color </li>
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<a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=klpade-20&keywords=Fold%20Over%20Elastic&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=65f59663c551b212432e92a0c72a859a" target="_blank">5/8" (or larger) Fold Over Elastic</a><br />
<a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=klpade-20&keywords=Fabric%20Scissors&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=2c24abd934682c1908313fc36b5534e8" target="_blank">Fabric Scissors</a><br />
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Optional: Candle flame/lighter to seal the ends<br />
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How To Make Ribbon Elastic Hair Ties</h3>
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<li>Measure your fold over elastic. For medium hair ties, I used 11" of elastic. Large (think for your high puff) I used 20". And for headbands I used 28". </li>
<li>Cut your desired length. Regular scissors will due but fabric scissors are best. Fabric scissors are very sharp which will give your cut a clean edge.</li>
<li>Match the ends together with the shiny side up. </li>
<li>Make a knot at the ends then slide the knot closed leaving about 1/2" at the end. </li>
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<b>Optional: </b>You can use the flame from a candle or a lighter to seal the ends of the ribbon elastic to keep it from fraying. In my experience, this step isn't really necessary. Because I use very sharp fabric scissors, the ends of the ribbon rarely frays, even after heavy use.<br />
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Viola. You're done. No more headaches from your headband being too tight and your puff or bun will still be slicked for the 'gawds. <br />
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Have your say! Would you use DIY Ribbons Hair ties?<br />
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Besitos!<br />
KLP<br />
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I can alternate between a high puff and wearing it out, without ruining my curls. I don't have to moisturize and seal daily. And I'm only washing my hair once a week. Like seriously---I dare not complain because the universe is a jealous fickle beast.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Day 2 of my <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/06/perfecting-my-wash-and-go.html" target="_blank">wash and go from last week</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Day 3 of my <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/06/perfecting-my-wash-and-go.html" target="_blank">wash and go from last week</a></td></tr>
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Most wash and go queens report that they have better definition and less frizz when they apply their leave ins in the shower. Well, my wash and go from last week frizzed up sooner than I was expecting (around day 3-4) and when I did that last week. So this week---I went back to applying my leave ins outside of the shower. Proof that what works for gander---might not work for this goose. Ha-ha! <br />
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Here is what I used:<br />
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<b>Pre-shampoo</b>- DIY Moisturizing Mist (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2015/11/the-best-moisturizer-for-natural-hair.html" target="_blank">tutorial here</a>) + Trader Joe's Tea Tree Tingle Conditioner (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/03/trader-joes-tea-tree-tingle-conditioner.html" target="_blank">review</a>) (<a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=klpade-20&keywords=Trader%20Joe%27s%20Tea%20Tree%20Tingle%20Conditioner&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=df623e941b2453588886a22d4b9a814a" target="_blank">buy it</a>)<br />
<b>Shampoo-</b> Jessicurl Cleansing Cream (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2015/05/jessicurl-hair-cleansing-cream-product.html" target="_blank">review</a>)(<a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=klpade-20&keywords=Jessicurl%20Cleansing%20Cream&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=7a977ea1f64aed4c03fabcaa6017c400" target="_blank">buy it</a>)<br />
<b>Henna Treatment</b>- <b></b><a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/05/how-to-use-lush-henna-on-natural-hair.html">How to use Lush Henna on Natural Hair</a><b> </b><br />
<b>Deep Condition</b>- Jessicurl Deep Treatment Conditioner (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2014/04/jessicurl-deep-treatment-product-review.html" target="_blank">review</a>)(<a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=klpade-20&keywords=Jessicurl%20Deep%20Treatment%20Conditioner&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=08202f4f5bcc1463f6b59027ae0eca8d" target="_blank">buy it</a>) + Extra Virgin Coconut Oil (<a href="http://amzn.to/1Xgb6AF">buy it</a>)<br />
<b>Clay Rinse</b>- <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/02/diy-bentonite-clay-hair-rinse-for-natural-hair.html" target="_blank">Here's the dets on my recipe</a><br />
<b>Leave-Ins</b>- Castor Oil (<a href="http://amzn.to/1Ue8BYT" target="_blank">buy it</a>)+ Jessicurl Too Shea Conditioner (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2013/08/product-review-jessicurl-too-shea-extra.html" target="_blank">review</a>)(<a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=klpade-20&keywords=Jessicurl%20Too%20Shea%20Conditioner&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=1012057665d59b91ff1c36ae24d47946" target="_blank">buy it</a>)<br />
<b>Styler</b>- Eco Styler Krystal Gel (<a href="http://amzn.to/1Ue8tZw" target="_blank">buy it</a>)<br />
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And here's how I did it:<br />
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PRE-SHAMPOO</h3>
I love my pre-shampoo sessions because they allow me to detangle/remove shed hair before I get into the shower plus it gives my hair an extra boost of either moisture or protein. I started by spraying my hair with my <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2015/11/the-best-moisturizer-for-natural-hair.html">DIY moisturizing mist</a>. If you haven't tried this recipe yet--WHAT ARE YOU WAITIN FOR?!?! It's not just moisturizing but it's an excellent detangler too! After I sprayed each section, I slathered on a little <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/03/trader-joes-tea-tree-tingle-conditioner.html" target="_blank">Trader Joe's Tea Tree Tingle Conditioner</a>. This conditioner has some of the best slip of any conditioner that I've ever used and the essential oils make my scalp feel happy. I covered with a plastic cap and sat under the dryer for about 20 minutes.<br />
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<b>RELATED: <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2015/11/the-best-moisturizer-for-natural-hair.html" target="_blank">The Best Moisturizer For Natural Hair EVER! </a></b><br />
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SHAMPOO</h3>
With my hair secured in about 7 sections (4 in the back and 3 in the front), I rinsed the conditioner then shampooed with Jessicurl Cleansing Cream (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2015/05/jessicurl-hair-cleansing-cream-product.html">review here</a>). I expected tangles and a week's worth of shed hair, but surprisingly the process was quick and tangle-free. Now that I'm shampooing more often, I'm thinking about trying out the Trader Joe's Tea Tree Tingle Shampoo too. It's stupid cheap (like $4!) and if it's anything like the conditioner---it might be a winner! Have you tried it before?<br />
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HENNA TREATMENT</h3>
Henna applications double the time that it takes to wash my hair. Ugh. But the results are sooo worth it. I applied my Lush Caca Rouge mixture to my freshly washed hair in sections, covered with cling film and let it sit for about 3 hours (one hour I spent under the dryer). <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/06/lush-henna-caca-rouge-results-natural-hair.html" target="_blank">You can read more about my latest excursion with henna here</a>.<br />
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<b>RELATED: <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/05/how-to-use-lush-henna-on-natural-hair.html">How to use Lush Henna on Natural Hair</a></b><br />
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DEEP CONDITION + CLAY RINSE</h3>
After rinsing the henna for what felt like forever, I t-shirt dried for a few minutes then applied my FAVEEEE deep conditioner Jessicurl Deep Treatment (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2014/04/jessicurl-deep-treatment-product-review.html" target="_blank">review here</a>). Next, I layered on a little Extra Virgin Coconut Oil (<a href="http://amzn.to/1Xgb6AF">shop it!</a>) to seal in the conditioner. I covered with a plastic cap and sat under my dryer for about an hour. I wanted to make sure that my hair was moisturized after using the henna because it can make your hair feel a little dry. I rinsed the conditioner in the shower then did my Clay Rinse treatment. Clay rinsing defines my curls like no other treatment that I use. If you only try ONE thing from my regimen---clay rinsing is the one to try. Especially if you are having trouble getting your curls to clump and pop.<br />
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<b>RELATED: <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/02/diy-bentonite-clay-hair-rinse-for-natural-hair.html">How I Get My Curls To POP!</a></b><br />
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LEAVE-IN + STYLER</h3>
Out of the shower, I applied my moisturizing leave in, Jessicurl Too Shea Conditioner (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2013/08/product-review-jessicurl-too-shea-extra.html" target="_blank">why I love this stuff here</a>) then sectioned off my hair to prep for applying the gel. I used the same exact technique from last week. Starting with the back, I spritzed it with water until it was soaking wet then finger detangled until my hair clumped into curls. Then I smoothed a little gel on the roots--but not on my scalp. Next, I raked a little more gel through all the way until the ends and gently shook out the curls. (aka the <a href="https://www.ouidad.com/blog/the-rake-and-shake-explained" target="_blank">rake and shake technique</a>)<br />
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FRO WITH {FAUX} BANGS</h3>
The application process still takes me about 35-40 minutes to do. And because I didn't want to be waiting waiting waiting waiting waiting, and waiting some more, I decided to sit under my hooded dryer. Believe it or not--my hair was just about completely dry after an hour. Boom pow. No more air drying for this chica! Of course my roots were still a little damp. This just comes with the thicker than thieves hair that I have. I banded my hair using my new DIY Ribbon Elastic Hair Ties (tutorial coming soon!)<br />
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Ribbon Elastic Hair ties don't leave nearly has many ceases in my curls when I band, they are super comfortable and very very gentle on my hair. The next morning, all I had to do was remove the bands---which is super easy and doesn't cause breakage---shake my hair out a little then fluff.<br />
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I forgot to take pictures of my first and second day hair but this third day hair tho?!?!? I decided to pin my overgrown bangs up a little to get them above my eyes and rock this stretched curly fro.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Fro + Bangs? Shoot...y'all can't tell me NOTHING! </span></div>
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Let me know if y'all want a tutorial on how I pinned my bangs and got all this stupid crazy volume!<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">How was your #washdayexperience? </span><br />
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<b>RELATED: <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/05/how-to-use-lush-henna-on-natural-hair.html">How to use Lush Henna on Natural Hair</a> </b><br />
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Henna is a tedious process. It adds 4-5 hours to my usual wash day. It takes me about 20-30 minutes to apply the henna. I let it sit for 3 hours (one of which, I'm under my hooded dryer). Then it takes an additional 20-30 minutes to fully rinse the henna from my hair. Luckily for me, the results are are so worth it. Here's why:<br />
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VIBRANT HIGHLIGHTS</h3>
My hair is naturally dark brown with peeks of auburn highlights. What I love about henna is that my natural sun-kissed highlights are now more vibrant coppery color. In the sun light, it's almost like I have a subtle bronze halo around my curls.<br />
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STRONGER SOFTER HAIR</h3>
I'm not sure if it's my new <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/p/our-regimens.html">minimalist regimen</a>, <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/search/label/Wash%20and%20Go">my latest obsession with wash and go's</a> or a combination of both but my hair has been on it's very best behavior. My strands feel uber moisturized, despite the fact that I'm only washing my hair once a week. I haven't had to moisturize or seal between wash days and my curl definition is even better. (I didn't think that was a possibility!) I've also noticed less breakage.<br />
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CUMULATIVE</h3>
With each henna application, the color gets deeper and richer. So, I have many more applications before I'll get close to the firey copper glow that I really want. Fingers crossed that my time at the beach this summer will help expedite the process!<br />
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Any one else playing with henna? Do you have any tips or tricks to share?<br />
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<i>Besitos!</i><br />
KLP<br />
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<b>RELATED: <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/05/how-i-maintained-my-wash-and-go-for-5-days.html">How I Maintained My Wash and Go for 5 Days </a></b><br />
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I probably could have stretched my wash day one more day---but I decided not to push it. The one thing that I knew for sure was that I'd have to shampoo to remove all of the gel/castor oil/dirt/sweat that was bound to be on my hair and scalp. <br />
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Here's what I used:<br />
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<b>Pre-shampoo/Strengthening Treatment</b>- DIY Moisturizing Mist (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2015/11/the-best-moisturizer-for-natural-hair.html" target="_blank">tutorial here</a>) + Aubrey Organics GPB Conditioner (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/01/review-aubrey-organics-gpb-conditioner.html" target="_blank">review here</a>)<br />
<b>Shampoo-</b> Jessicurl Cleansing Cream (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2015/05/jessicurl-hair-cleansing-cream-product.html" target="_blank">review here</a>) <br />
<b>Deep Condition</b>- Jessicurl Deep Treatment Conditioner (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2014/04/jessicurl-deep-treatment-product-review.html" target="_blank">review here</a>) + Extra Virgin Coconut Oil (<a href="http://amzn.to/1Xgb6AF">shop it!</a>)<br />
<b>Clay Rinse</b>- <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/02/diy-bentonite-clay-hair-rinse-for-natural-hair.html" target="_blank">Here's the dets on my recipe</a><br />
<b>Leave-Ins</b>- Castor Oil (<a href="http://amzn.to/1Ue8BYT" target="_blank">shop it!</a>)+ Jessicurl Too Shea Conditioner (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2013/08/product-review-jessicurl-too-shea-extra.html" target="_blank">why I love this stuff here</a>)<br />
<b>Styler</b>- Eco Styler Krystal Gel (<a href="http://amzn.to/1Ue8tZw" target="_blank">shop it!</a>)<br />
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And here's how I did it:<br />
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I usually start my wash day with a pre-shampoo. My pre-shampoo sessions allow me to detangle/remove shed hair before I get into the shower and it gives my hair an extra boost of either moisture or protein. Because I already had a ton of build up on my hair, I wasn't sure that my pre-shampoo session would even be effective. But habits are hard to break. So I started by spraying my hair with my <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2015/11/the-best-moisturizer-for-natural-hair.html">DIY moisturizing mist</a>. This concoction is not just moisturizing---it's also fantastic at detangling my hair. After I sprayed each section, I slathered on a little warmed <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/01/review-aubrey-organics-gpb-conditioner.html">Aubrey Organics GPB Conditioner</a>. After a week of wearing my hair out, I wanted to add a little protein to my hair for strength and to combat breakage. I covered with a plastic cap and sat under the dryer for about 20 minutes.<br />
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With my hair secured in about 7 sections (4 in the back and 3 in the front), I rinsed the conditioner then shampooed with Jessicurl Cleansing Cream (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2015/05/jessicurl-hair-cleansing-cream-product.html">review here</a>). I expected tangles and a week's worth of shed hair, but surprisingly the process was quick and tangle-free. <br />
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I t-shirt dried for a few minutes then applied my FAVEEEE deep conditioner Jessicurl Deep Treatment (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2014/04/jessicurl-deep-treatment-product-review.html" target="_blank">review here</a>). Next, I layered on a little Extra Virgin Coconut Oil (<a href="http://amzn.to/1Xgb6AF">shop it!</a>) to seal in the conditioner. I covered with a plastic cap and left it in overnight.<br />
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<b>RELATED: <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2014/10/why-i-deep-condition-overnight.html" target="_blank">Why I Deep Condition Overnight </a></b><br />
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The next morning, I rinsed the conditioner then did my Clay Rinse treatment. Clay rinsing defines my curls giving them extra poppage. Made up word but whatevs... After applying the clay rinse in sections, I rinsed then applied some regular old castor oil (<a href="http://amzn.to/1Ue8BYT">I used this one</a>) to my soaking wet hair.<br />
I rinsed my hair again to get my curls to clump up again. Out of the shower, I applied my moisturizing leave in, Jessicurl Too Shea Conditioner (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2013/08/product-review-jessicurl-too-shea-extra.html" target="_blank">why I love this stuff here</a>) then sectioned off my hair to prep for applying the gel.<br />
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<b>RELATED: <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/02/diy-bentonite-clay-hair-rinse-for-natural-hair.html">How I Get My Curls To POP!</a></b><br />
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My Wash and Go Technique #2</h3>
I used the same exact technique from last week. Starting with the back, I spritzed it with water until it was soaking wet then finger detangled until my hair clumped into curls. Then I smoothed a little gel on the roots--but not on my scalp. Next, I raked a little more gel through all the way until the ends and gently shook out the curls. (aka the <a href="https://www.ouidad.com/blog/the-rake-and-shake-explained" target="_blank">rake and shake technique</a>) <br />
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The application process took me about 35-40 minutes to do. I let my hair air dry for a couple of hours. (about 3-4 hours) But that wasn't nearly enough time for it to dry, so I sat under my hooded dryer---set on cool--- for about 30 minutes.<br />
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My hair was a little damp at the roots, so I banded my hair using some extra wide hair ties. (these are my faves) Then let my hair dry overnight.<br />
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The next morning, all I had to do was remove the bands---which is super easy and doesn't cause breakage---shake my hair out a little then fluff.<br />
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Surprisingly, my hair actually felt more moisturized after this wash and go than it was after last week's wash and go. I attribute the extra moisture to applying regular old castor oil to my hair while it was soaking wet. I think that this technique helped seal my hair. Regular castor oil has a less pungent scent than JBCO so I'm glad that I switched plus it's soo much cheaper and the packaging makes it easier to use in the shower. Next week, I plan to switch to ribbon ties instead of the regular hair ties that I've been using. The regular hair ties leave dents in my hair--which I don't really mind, but I do worry if ribbon ties will work better. I also plan to apply just a little more gel to my roots. I noticed a little more frizz at the roots on day one than I had last time.<br />
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I wonder if I can get another 5 days out of this wash and go too!<br />
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Fingers crossed!<br />
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How was your #washdayexperience? Is your hair ready for the summer?<br />
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And I practially did NOTHING to maintain it. Legit y'all. No moisturizing or sealing. No reapplication of gel. <i>No nada</i>. Here's what I did:<br />
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BANDING</h3>
Every night, I banded my hair. Banding is a super simple concept and even easier to do. First, divided my hair into about 5-9 sections (the more sections you have the more stretch you'll be able to achieve), then used an extra wide hair tie to secure the section at the base. Next, I wrapped the the rest of the pony along the length my hair. I don't band the very ends of my hair to keep the curls in tact.<br />
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Banding elongates my curls without destroying the curl pattern. It also counteracts the ridiculous amount of shrinkage that I have. The best part about banding is that it's heat free, doesn't cause breakage, and it's incredibly gentle on my strands.<br />
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<b>Related: <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2013/10/healthy-hair-insight-my-favorite.html" target="_blank">How To Band Natural Hair </a></b><br />
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EXERCISING</h3>
I workout every morning---and night. During my morning workouts, I keep my hair banded and covered with a satin scarf. At night, I throw my hair up into a high puff.<br />
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<b>Related: <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/05/shrunken-wash-and-go-washdayexperience.html" target="_blank">What I used for this wash and go!</a></b><br />
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MORNING ROUTINE</h3>
On the mornings when I started the day with cardio---I noticed that my roots were a little damp. So I sat under my hooded dryer---on cool---for about 10 minutes until my roots were dry. Then I removed the bands, shook my hair, fluffed it a little with my fingers for some volume, then went about my business. <br />
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NIGHTLY ROUTINE</h3>
After my night workout, I banded my hair into those same 5 sections. I didn't moisturize. I didn't seal. I didn't really do much of anything besides band my hair and cover with a scarf.<br />
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I'm not really used to one wash day a week anymore. I was afraid that my hair was going to be a dry frizz ball. But believe it or not, my hair felt amazing. I had a little frizz in the front---most likely from my time on the treadmill with covering my hair. *hangs head* So on day 5, I pulled it up into a high puff. I washed my hair the next day but I feel like I could have pushed it one more day in another high puff if I needed to.<br />
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I'm feeling really optimistic about the future of my wash and gos!<br />
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Are you a wash and go girl? How do you maintain your curls?<br />
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Plus in honor of this week's #washdayexperience: "Next Day Hair." I used an old technique in a new way to give my wash and go a little stretch without heat.<br />
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Here's what I used:<br />
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<b>Pre-shampoo/Strengthening Treatment</b>- DIY Moisturizing Mist (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2015/11/the-best-moisturizer-for-natural-hair.html" target="_blank">tutorial here</a>) + Aubrey Organics GPB Conditioner (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/01/review-aubrey-organics-gpb-conditioner.html" target="_blank">review here</a>)<br />
<b>Deep Condition</b>- Jessicurl Deep Treatment Conditioner (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2014/04/jessicurl-deep-treatment-product-review.html" target="_blank">review here</a>) <br />
<b>Clay Rinse</b>- <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/02/diy-bentonite-clay-hair-rinse-for-natural-hair.html" target="_blank">Here's the dets on my recipe</a><br />
<b>Leave-Ins</b>- Castor Oil + Jessicurl Too Shea Conditioner (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2013/08/product-review-jessicurl-too-shea-extra.html" target="_blank">why I love this stuff here</a>) + EccoStyler Krystal Klear Gel (<a href="http://amzn.to/1X8Q2L0" target="_blank">shop it!</a>)<br />
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<b>RELATED</b>: <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/p/our-regimens.html" target="_blank">My Minimalist Natural Hair Regimen</a><br />
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First, I spritzed the ends of my hair with my DIY Moisturizing Mist (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2015/11/the-best-moisturizer-for-natural-hair.html" target="_blank">tutorial here</a>). Then I slathered my hair in warmed Aubrey Organics GPB Conditioner (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/01/review-aubrey-organics-gpb-conditioner.html" target="_blank">review here</a>) as I detangled. I love this conditioner because it helps makes breakage disappear, defines my curls and it has a TON of slip. I covered with a plastic cap and sat under the dryer for about 20 minutes.<br />
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<b>RELATED</b>: <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/03/4-ways-to-make-deep-conditioning-easier.html" target="_blank">Tips for making your deep conditioner more effective </a><br />
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After rinsing the conditioner in the shower, my hair felt amazing. Soft but strong and the curl definition/elongation was on point. Yay for protein treatments! I t-shirt dried for a few minutes then applied my FAVEEEE deep conditioner Jessicurl Deep Treatment (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2014/04/jessicurl-deep-treatment-product-review.html" target="_blank">review here</a>). Next, I layered on a little Extra Virgin Coconut Oil to seal in the conditioner. I covered with a plastic cap and left it in overnight.<br />
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<b>RELATED: <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2014/10/why-i-deep-condition-overnight.html" target="_blank">Why I Deep Condition Overnight </a></b><br />
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The next morning, I rinsed the conditioner, t-shirt dried for a couple of minutes then applied Jamaican Black Castor oil (shop it)+ Jessicurl Too Shea Conditioner (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2013/08/product-review-jessicurl-too-shea-extra.html" target="_blank">why I love this stuff here</a>) as my leave ins.<br />
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My Wash and Go Technique #2</h3>
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I put my hair into 5 sections then secured each with a hair clip. Starting with the back, I spritzed it with water until it was soaking wet then finger detangled until my hair clumped into curls. Then I smoothed a little gel on the roots. Next, I raked a little more gel through all the way until the ends and gently shook out the curls. (aka the <a href="https://www.ouidad.com/blog/the-rake-and-shake-explained" target="_blank">rake and shake technique</a>) <br />
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The application process took me about 35-40 minutes to do. Then I let my hair air dry for the rest of the day (approx 5 hours)<br />
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My hair was a bit damp at the roots, but I didn't want to use heat and potentially disturb my curl pattern. So I banded my hair using some extra wide hair ties. Then let my hair dry overnight.<br />
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The banding actually helped break the gel cast and stretched my curls without destroying them (like I did the first time...smh) I noticed that the front of my hair is where I have the worse gel cast. Does this happen to anyone else?<br />
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So far this is the best wash and go that I've been able to produce! Here's an outline of what I did differently: Clay rinse after deep conditioning, applied castor oil instead of coconut oil to my freshly washed hair, changed from EccoStyler EVOO to EccoStyler Krystal Klear, and I let my hair air dry then banded to elongate the curls. The next day---I banded again and got even BETTER results!<br />
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I finally got my curls to look the same when they are wet---as when they are dry! WASH AND GO MAGIC!!!! For my next wash and go, I plan to use regular ol castor oil instead of JBCO. I love the way that the JBCO kept my hair moisturized and really defined my curls, but the scent is just too woodsy for me. Plus, regular old castor oil is definitely more economical. I feel like I'm getting closer and closer to perfecting this wash and go thing!<br />
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Besitos!<br />
KLP<br />
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The Tunnel Cut</h3>
The premise of this cutting technique is to reduce the bulk your curls without affecting curl formation no matter the curl type. The stylist cuts diagonal "tunnels" into the sides of the hair at the root.<br />
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An actual, supposedly trained stylist did this. *hangs head* This atrocity is the absolute worse natural hair trimming technique that I've ever seen. I actually wanted to cry for her. I understand that BIG hair ain't for everyone but this cut CANNOT be the solution. I mean, can you even imagine what her hair will look like as it grows out?<br />
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The Razor Cut</h3>
Razor cuts thin out your ends and supposedly prevent that heave mushroom shape as your hair grows out.<br />
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If you're a curly girl that only wears straight hair, then the razor cut pixie look can be a totally chic look. However, when you wear your hair curly, don't be surprised if your ends look thin and limp or if your curls are frizz and piece-y. When you add the fact that most curlies have more than one curl pattern, razor cuts lack styling versatility.<br />
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The Straighten First Insist</h3>
In this method, a stylist insists on straightening your hair before cutting or trimming in order to "more accurately cut.<br />
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I've debated this technique so many times that it makes my head hurt. The truth of the matter is that you don't need to straighten your hair just to trim it. In fact, you can do your hair more harm than good when excessive heat and high manipulation are involved. Because I'm still learning my curl pattern, I want to learn ways to work with my curl instead of against it---and that includes how I trim it. Here are <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/04/5-ways-to-trim-natural-hair.html" target="_blank">5 ways that you can trim your hair without using heat.</a><br />
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What's the worse method or technique that you've seen to trim your hair?<br />
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KLP <br />
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Here's what I used:<br />
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<b>Deep Condition</b>- DIY Moisturizing Mist (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2015/11/the-best-moisturizer-for-natural-hair.html" target="_blank">tutorial here</a>) + Jessicurl Deep Treatment Conditioner (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2014/04/jessicurl-deep-treatment-product-review.html" target="_blank">review here</a>) + Extra Virgin Coconut Oil<br />
<b>Clay Rinse-</b> <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/02/diy-bentonite-clay-hair-rinse-for-natural-hair.html" target="_blank">How I get my curls to POP!</a><br />
<b>Leave-Ins</b>- Extra Virgin Coconut Oil (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2014/02/your-healthy-hair-on-coconut-oil.html" target="_blank">Why EVCO is AMAZING here</a>) + Jessicurl Too Shea Conditioner (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2013/08/product-review-jessicurl-too-shea-extra.html" target="_blank">why I love this stuff here</a>) + <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2013/10/your-healthy-hair-on-butter.html" target="_blank">DIY Hair Butter</a><br />
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And here's how I did it:<br />
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I started my spritzing the ends of my hair with my DIY Moisturizing Mist (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2015/11/the-best-moisturizer-for-natural-hair.html" target="_blank">tutorial here</a>). Then I slathered my hair in Jessicurl Deep Treatment (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2014/04/jessicurl-deep-treatment-product-review.html" target="_blank">review here</a>). My hair was super dry so I sealed in the conditioner with a little Extra Virgin Coconut Oil (<a href="http://amzn.to/1meOAaC" target="_blank">here's the kind that I use $</a>) then left it in overnight.<br />
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The next morning, I hopped in the shower, rinsed the conditioner section by section then applied my Clay Rinse with a narrow tip applicator bottle. I still adore how this treatment makes my curls perfectly springy, defined, and moisturized. Out of the shower, I t-shirt dried for a couple of minutes then applied little more Extra Virgin Coconut Oil + Jessicurl Too Shea Conditioner (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2013/08/product-review-jessicurl-too-shea-extra.html" target="_blank">why I love this stuff here</a>) as my leave ins. Then I faux banded my hair to stretch it a little while it dried.<br />
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<b>RELATED: <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2013/10/healthy-hair-insight-my-favorite.html" target="_blank">How To Stretch Natural Hair Without Heat</a></b><br />
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I thought about doing bantu knots, but then decided to try an oldie but goodie: CARUSO STEAM ROLLERS!! It's been forever since I rocked a set of big fluffy steam curls so I wasn't sure what to expect.<br />
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<b>RELATED: <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/01/how-to-use-caruso-steam-rollers-on-natural-hair.html" target="_blank">How To Use Caruso Steam Rollers on Natural Hair </a></b><br />
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I set my hair on the rollers using a little Shea Moisture Curl Enhancing Smoothie as my styler/holding product. I'm pretty shocked that in 3 years, I haven't done an official review on this stuff. Just know that it's amazing and EVER so perfect for setting perm rods, bantu knots, and twist outs. Plus the scent is <i>to. die. for.</i><br />
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I let my rollers air dry for about 30 minutes then sat under the dryer for another 15 minutes just to make sure that they were dry. For my chicas with super thick hair---you know the struggle to get any kind of roller set dry in a decent amount of time.<br />
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I'd forgotten how much I love how steam roller curls look on me! My hair is uber moisturized and has tons of volume. The next day it rained so I wore it up in the high puff + bangs situation.<br />
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Henna has been on my must try list for years. No really. YEARS. Why? Because it looks messy, time consuming, and seems a little more complicated than this chemistry flunking chica can handle. Plus I was just plan scurred.<br />
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Fast forward to a few weeks ago. I'm in Lush and I see their Caca henna collection. They did all the hard work for you. Pick your color, chop up the amount of henna you need, add water and then apply. Like---have you ever seen a henna recipe that simple?<br />
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So I picked up a block of the <a href="http://www.lushusa.com/Caca-Rouge/00671,en_US,pd.html" target="_blank">Caca Rouge</a> and did a happy dance. Here's how I got started, prepped the henna, and applied my henna.<br />
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START WITH A STRAND TEST</h3>
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Have y'all seen this video by <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GvE7MUsJbVQ" target="_blank">Chemese</a>? She had a severe allergic reaction to what she thought was henna. Yeah---enough said. So the day before I decided to do a strand test. I started by chopping off a tiny bit of the henna block, adding a little warm water to it and applying it to a small section of my nape. I left it on for about 3 hours then rinsed. I also tested a patch on the inside of my arm just to make sure.<br />
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PREP YOUR HENNA BLOCK</h3>
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The next day, I moved ahead with a full application. Here's how to prep the henna:<br />
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<li>Add boiling water a few tablespoons at a time. </li>
<li>Then mix and add water until you have a cake batter consistency. Keep the henna mixture warm for easily application. (I just placed my bowl in a warm water bath to keep it warm)</li>
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When I did the strand test, I noticed that it was really difficult to apply the henna to my hair dry. So I decided for the full application, to apply the henna to freshly co washed hair. (I also did this because my hair had a ton of product in it from my previous wash and go style. I didn't want the product buildup to prevent the henna from absorbing into my hair.) Starting with damp clean hair, I applied Lush's <a href="http://www.lushusa.com/Ultrabalm/9999903078,en_US,pd.html" target="_blank">Ultrabalm</a> to my hairline and ears to prevent staining. Then I:<br />
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5. Apply the warm henna in sections to your hair, cover hair with cling film and leave for 3 hours.<br />
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After application, I hopped under my hooded dryer for an hour then I let the henna sit on my hair for 3 more hours. The Lush salesgirl told me that heat would activate the henna even more and allow my hair to absorb more color.<br />
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I rinsed the henna for what felt like FOREVER until the water ran clean. Then I did my usual clay rinse.<br />
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</b> <b>RELATED: <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/02/diy-bentonite-clay-hair-rinse-for-natural-hair.html" target="_blank">How to get your curls to POP!</a></b><br />
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I've done two henna treatments over the last month. Here are what my results look like so far:<br />
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HENNA RESULTS</h3>
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The first time that I henna'd it was pretty much impossible to catch the subtle color on camera. But the second time, I really saw a difference, especially in sun. It actually reminds me of what my color looks like after a summer at the beach. The effect of henna on your hair color is cumulative--meaning that each time you do a treatment, your color will get deeper and richer. Which is exactly what I'm looking for! The process was actually easier than I thought it would be and my hair feels thicker and dare I say fuller (as if my hair wasn't already stupid full) than before. <br />
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How was your #washdayexperience? Would you ever consider using henna on your hair?<br />
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But the problem is---I LOVE my curl pattern. My curls are tiny and stupid coily and ever so kinky. And when moisturized my curls pop like crazy. <span style="font-size: large;">Ugh...</span>Do you guys understand how much I just wanna wake up like this? Perfectly moisturized, just the right amount of shrinkage, and curls for ddaaayyyssssss.... <br />
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So I gotta find a technique + product that will help my curls hold this pattern instead of frizzing up completely. (No shade to frizz---I do love a good fuzzy frizzy high puff every now and again...lol)<br />
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So I'm determined to figure get this wash and go situation right for the summer. And how perfect is this week's #WashDayExperience theme: Summer Prep!?!<br />
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Here's what I used:<br />
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<b>Deep Condition</b>- DIY Moisturizing Mist (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2015/11/the-best-moisturizer-for-natural-hair.html" target="_blank">tutorial here</a>) + Jessicurl Deep Treatment Conditioner (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2014/04/jessicurl-deep-treatment-product-review.html" target="_blank">review here</a>)<br />
<b>Leave-Ins</b>- Extra Virgin Coconut Oil (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2014/02/your-healthy-hair-on-coconut-oil.html" target="_blank">Why EVCO is AMAZING here</a>) + Jessicurl Too Shea Conditioner (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2013/08/product-review-jessicurl-too-shea-extra.html" target="_blank">why I love this stuff here</a>) + EccoStyler Extra Virgin Olive Oil Gel (<a href="http://amzn.to/1X8Q2L0" target="_blank">buy it here</a>)<br />
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And here's how I did it:<br />
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I started my spritzing the ends of my hair with my DIY Moisturizing Mist (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2015/11/the-best-moisturizer-for-natural-hair.html" target="_blank">tutorial here</a>). Then I slathered my hair in Jessicurl Deep Treatment (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2014/04/jessicurl-deep-treatment-product-review.html" target="_blank">review here</a>). My hair was super dry so I sealed in the conditioner with a little Extra Virgin Coconut Oil (<a href="http://amzn.to/1meOAaC" target="_blank">here's the kind that I use $</a>) then left it in overnight.<br />
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The next morning, I rinsed the conditioner, t-shirt dried for a couple of minutes then applied little more Extra Virgin Coconut Oil + Jessicurl Too Shea Conditioner (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2013/08/product-review-jessicurl-too-shea-extra.html" target="_blank">why I love this stuff here</a>) as my leave ins.<br />
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I put my hair into 5 sections then secured each with a hair clip. Starting with the back, I spritzed it with water until it was soaking wet then finger detangled until my hair clumped into curls. Then I smoothed a little gel on the roots. Next, I raked a little more gel through all the way until the ends and gently shook out the curls. (aka the <a href="https://www.ouidad.com/blog/the-rake-and-shake-explained" target="_blank">rake and shake technique</a>) <br />
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The application process took me about 35-40 minutes to do. Then used a diffuser to dry the ends and the concentration nozzle to stretch the roots.<br />
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Everything seemed to be going well. Until I realized two things:<br />
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That gel cast is NOT a joke.<br />
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I also noticed that I stretched my roots a bit too much which made the top of my hair really flat. It was impossible to get a presentable pic of how bad it really was. <br />
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So I pulled it up into a high puff and called it a day.<br />
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I'm thinking that I'll try a new gel next week, do a <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/02/diy-bentonite-clay-hair-rinse-for-natural-hair.html" target="_blank">clay rinse</a> (to get those curls re-hydrated), and try not to blow-fry my roots again. Do you have any tips on getting your wash and go just right? <i>Dimelo</i>! <br />
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Which is why I love #WashDayExperience themes! They actually give my wash days purpose and intention. For anyone new to the #WashDayExperience, you're probably totally confused! So let me back up for a second...<br />
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W H A T I S T H E # W A S H D A Y E X P E R I E N C E?</h3>
The #washdayexperience is a place for ladies
who are striving for healthier hair to share the hows, whats, whens,
and whys of their weekly wash day ritual. It doesn't matter what state your hair is in: natural, colored, relaxed, texlaxed,
curly, straight, or loc'd---ALL ARE WELCOME. You may share via
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# W A S H D A Y E X P E R I E N C E T H E M E S</h3>
Wash day can be one part "omgosh I'm not here for this" and 4 parts "but I just don't wannnaaaaa". So Jen and I
created a few themes to spice it up a bit. Here are your themes for May:<br />
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<b>Week 1: Summer Hair Prep</b><br />
Goodbye winter and hello summer! What are you doing to revive your hair for the summer? Which styles do you plan to try?<br />
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<b>Week 2: Hair Color & Care</b><br />
Are you thinking about coloring your hair (or have you already)? Henna? A Rinse? Permanent color? How are you caring for your color?<br />
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<b>Week 3: Voluminous Curls</b><br />
Big hair don't care! What is your favorite technique for big bad voluminous curls?<br />
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<b>Week 4: Next Day Hair</b><br />
Yes, your hair is perfect on wash day---but how do you style it the day after? What's your favorite next day hair style?<br />
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HOW TO JOIN THE # W A S H D A Y E X P E R I E N C E</h3>
Our look might have changed over the last year, but the rules for all this positivity are still the same: <br />
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<li>Share the direct link to your #WashDayExperience linkup. We go live every Wednesday.</li>
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Stupid easy! Will you join the madness? Share a link to your blog below!<br />
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<i>Besitos!</i><br />
KLP <br />
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People, places, things---they just don't irk me or my high puff. We sit. We play. We chill.<br />
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Until that one time they came for my edges.<br />
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So here's the story:<br />
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I posted this <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/03/volume-check.html" target="_blank">volume check</a> pic on social media with the caption: "Progress"<br />
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Less than 30 seconds later someone wrote:<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">"I can tell especially the edges"</span></blockquote>
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Hold up bruh...<br />
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I had to look at what I posted again...just to make sure that I wasn't tripping. That some trolling computer gremlin hadn't switched up my post with somethang cray cray.<br />
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Nope...no gremlins, no glitches, no vampires...no mistake.<br />
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That comment was meant for ME...and MY EDGES...<br />
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Then I am like...DID HE JUST COME FOR MY EDGES???<br />
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<b>Nah</b>...He couldn't have come for <i>my edges...</i><br />
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That before pic doesn't have edges laid by the GAWDS.<br />
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Those sideburns won't swooped for days.<br />
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There ain't nothing sleek or slick about it..<br />
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But honey, I'd rather have thick full frizzy edges than not have any at all.<br />
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<b>Yes...THAT was a READ. </b><br />
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The worse part:<br />
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After his rude boi unmerited shady comment...<br />
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I got a TON of questions asking how I grew back my edges...<br />
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*hangs head*<br />
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I politely answered, <span style="font-size: x-small;">reiterating that won't nothing wrong with my edges before</span> here's a link to my regimen, be blessed and highly favored blah blah...<br />
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But I'm still kinda salty.<br />
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When did slayed and laid edges become that IT thing? Do my baby hairs have to be sleek and slick in order to sit at the healthy hair table? Is that what we consider progress? And does that mean that if you don't---folks have the right to come at you for your edges?<br />
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Idk y'all... <br />
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I'm just not feelin it. And for my laid edge social media quality control brotha...<br />
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I don't wanna sit at ya table cuz you mean and rude anyway...<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">RANT OVER.</span><br />
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Whew...<span style="font-size: x-small;">Glad to get that off my chest. </span><br />
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Now I'm gonna go play in the rainbow glitter and positive pixie dust storm that that unicorns left in the backyard.<br />
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What's your take on "laid edges?" <br />
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<i>Besitos!</i><br />
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<i>E V E R Y T H I N G !!!!!</i><br />
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They're perfect for bad hair days, I don't feel like doing my hair days, and omgosh what's wrong with my hair days.<br />
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Just the kinda days that I've been having.<br />
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I've been washing my hair. But not really styling it. Which basically means that it's been the puff life for the last 2-3 weeks.<br />
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<b>RELATED: <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/03/how-to-get-perfect-high-puff-on-natural-hair.html" target="_blank">How I get the perfect high puff </a></b><br />
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To get myself out of the rut + a quick protective style---I brought my Kurly Klips back into rotation.<br />
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I know that it won't be long until I'm bored with them again (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2015/12/bored-bored-bored-washdayexperience.html" target="_blank">Just like last time</a>). But that's cool. I trimmed my hair about a week ago and I picked up some Lush Caca Rouge Henna last weekend. <br />
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Yep yep...I'm ready to get my curls on fleek for the summer!<br />
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How did you style your hair this week? Anyone else trying to get their hair summer ready?<br />
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<i>Besitos!</i><br />
KLP<br />
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<i>*clears throat* Hey Curlformers!!!</i><br />
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...worked for my hair during the cooler months. However, I think that it's time to give my curls a pick me up. Here's how I'm getting my hair ready for summer:<br />
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<h3>START WITH A TRIM</h3>My last trim was in December and although I'm not one to really trim on a schedule, I do want to start the summer without splits and single strand knots.<br />
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<b>RELATED: </b><a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/04/5-ways-to-trim-natural-hair.html" target="_blank">6 Ways To Trim Natural Hair</a><br />
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<h3>DEEP MOISTURIZING TREATMENT</h3>Y'all know how much I love deep conditioning my hair overnight. I talk about it constantly because iIt's a staple technique in my regimen. Plus I already know what will happen if I don't stick to what works for my hair. Last summer, I lived in my high puff. I didn't moisturize my hair regularly and my ends suffered because of it. In learning from my mistake, I want to be proactive instead of reactive and keep my ends in good shape.<br />
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<b>RELATED:</b> <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2014/10/why-i-deep-condition-overnight.html" target="_blank">Why I deep condition overnight </a><br />
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<h3>RE-EVALUATE YOUR HAIR STYLE</h3>My <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/03/my-curlformer-secrets.html" target="_blank">curlformers</a> have been very good to me, but I need to be realistic. I live at the beach and the humidity + heat + 100% chance of rain <i>erryday</i> just won't let me be great. I don't think that I'll turn into a wash and go pro, but I really want to find a styling technique that can work with the elements instead of revolting against them. Until then---I'll be rocking the mess outta these <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/search/label/Natural%20Hair%20Clip%20In%20Extensions" target="_blank">Kurly Klips</a>!<br />
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In what ways are you pepping your hair for summer? What's your signature summer style?<br />
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<i>Besitos!</i><br />
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I cannot believe it has been this long since I have posted! It has been so much going on that sometimes I'm not sure if I have time to just BE! I am sure ALL of you know where I am coming from! #queenin #blackgirlmagic So, many hats, so many super women!<br />
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Well, I have realized that I have not received a touch-up since July 2014!!!!!! And it was a journey through a long year. In fact, prior to my wedding day, I had a ...<br />
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BIG CHOP! Yes, this is not a typo! I cut off the rest of my relaxed ends and am officially all natural! It has been AMAZING! I LOVE MY <i>CURLS </i>and have grown to love my "<i>fro</i>". Honestly, I was very timid about wearing my curls out as I have not seen my hair in curls since middle school. Of course, I make that face the moment someone goes for my hair (you know which one!) and try to bite my tongue when asked how does my hair curl (normal response.."wash it"). *le sigh* I have learned to own it and walk confidently in my natural hair, so who knows when, if ever, I will get another perm. I still love a good blow out! Although, my last one was for my <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2015/09/just-married-congrats-keyda-mark.html" target="_blank">wedding</a>!<br />
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<b>Positives:</b><br />
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<li>My hair is manageable.. surprisingly.. like really. While the tangles are not always fun, I am definitely more pleased taking them out compared to before. </li>
<li>My scalp can breath! It has not been as itchy or irritated in-between my washes. </li>
<li>I can literally just ... GO! Like, it's amazing that I can simply fluff and go! :) </li>
<li>Confidence. This is not something about my "hair" but what has grown in me since going natural. I have always been a fierce one hehe but now I just feel so much more confident in any style I wear and feel no judgement. </li>
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<b>Negatives:</b><br />
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<li>Laziness due to the fluffiness. Honestly, I have difficulty changing up my styles and remembering to wash at least 2 times a week. I hope to co-wash more often in-between my full-on wash days. (I need to do better)</li>
<li>Trimming. I really need to find a method so I will definitely be exploring some of the ways KLP was discussing <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/04/5-ways-to-trim-natural-hair.html" target="_blank">here</a>. </li>
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I have grown to have a few "go-to" styles that are easy and manageable with my hair. However, as my hair grows, I try to mix it up and I definitely plan on trying <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/03/my-curlformer-secrets.html" target="_blank">Curlformers </a>that KLP raves about! I cannot wait to give them a try! :)<br />
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Let me know what you think and how your journey is going!<br />
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xoxo<br />
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I'm guilty of hitting the snooze button one too many times. I often forget to set my hair the night before. And don't get me started on all of my failed wash and gos. Nonetheless, I refuse to walk out of the house looking a hot mess. So instead of giving you a boring #washdayexperience this week, I decided to share 10 of my favorite super quick and easy updos: <br />
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1/ SWIRLED CROWN BRAID (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2015/04/swirled-crown-braid-washdayexperience.html" target="_blank">tutorial</a>)</h3>
The perfect way to elevate a humble dutch braid. The key to this style is gently fluffing the sides of the braid to give it volume and make it look thicker.<br />
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2/ KNOTTED UPDO (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2015/02/tutorial-easy-knotted-updo-for-natural.html" target="_blank">tutorial</a>)</h3>
Not a braid. Not a bun. All protective. Stupid simple. This Knotted Updo is perfect for any length hair. I used a technique called banding to stretch my curls.<br />
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<b>RELATED</b>: <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2013/10/healthy-hair-insight-my-favorite.html" target="_blank">How to stretch natural (and transitioning) hair without heat! </a><br />
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3/ TWO STRAND TWIST UPDO (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2015/09/tutorial-two-strand-twist-updo-for-natural-hair.html" target="_blank">tutorial</a>)</h3>
The final chop of my texlaxed ends left my bangs super short which made styles other than a high bun difficult. After a little trial and error, I realized that two strand twisting my bangs first + a few well placed hair pins was all I needed to create a cute "not a boring bun" look. <br />
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4/ FLAT TWIST BUN (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/02/flat-twist-bun-for-natural-hair-washdayexperience.html" target="_blank">tutorial</a>)</h3>
I love using curlformers to stretch my hair then pulling the curls up into a protective style. And this Flat twist Bun is the perfect example of that. This style is chic but simple and the longer that you leave it in, the more voluminous it makes your hair look. So if you have hair on the finer side---this style is for you!<br />
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<b>RELATED</b>: <a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/03/benefits-of-curlformers-on-natural-hair.html">How to use Curlformers on Natural Hair</a><br />
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5/ FISHTAIL BANANA CLIP (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/02/fishtail-banana-clip-updo-on-natural-hair.html" target="_blank">tutorial</a>)</h3>
Banana clips are a fun way to put your hair into a quick updo. Then you can pin your ends up to turn the updo into a protective style.<br />
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6/ SWIRLED FLAT TWIST BUN (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/03/swirled-flat-twist-bun-for-natural-hair.html" target="_blank">tutorial</a>)</h3>
Make one large flat twist then two single twists then BOOM you gotta super cute hairstyle! Again, the length of your hair doesn't matter for this style.<br />
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7/ HIGH PUFF (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/03/how-to-get-perfect-high-puff-on-natural-hair.html" target="_blank">tutorial</a>)</h3>
Of course this list wouldn't be complete without my high puff. It's the style that I love to hate. It's the epitome of easy but it makes me soooo lazy with my hair. <br />
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8/ FLUFFY TOP KNOT (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2015/03/top-knot-for-natural-hair-washdayexperience.html" target="_blank">tutorial</a>)</h3>
As I got deeper in my relaxer stretch turned transition, pulling my hair into a high bun got harder and harder. That is until I worked my hair into this gorgeous fluffy top knot.<br />
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9/ HEAD WRAP SCARF BUN (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2014/04/wash-day_9.html" target="_blank">tutorial</a>)</h3>
This style has two steps: Bantu knot your bangs then wrap your hair in your favorite printed scarf. Easy peasy!<br />
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10/ CURLY UPSWEEP (<a href="http://www.savingourstrands.com/2016/03/curly-upsweep-for-natural-hair.html" target="_blank">tutorial</a>)</h3>
Necessity is the mother of invention. All I had was a failed twist out, 5 minutes, and a stretched out hair tie; and it was all I needed to create this style. I pulled my hair into a high puff leaving down a large section to give myself a curly bang. <br />
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What's your favorite updo? Link it up below!<br />
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I had such great success with my Spiral Extra Long and Wide (Pink and orange) Curlformer styling kit that I've really been debating on whether or not I wanted to invest in the Corkscrew Long and Narrow (Blue and Green) kit. These kits aren't cheap and ya girl ain't rich so I put those thoughts on the back burner for a while.<br />
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Apparently someone over at HairFlair (the makers of Curlformers) heard about how I'd been <strike>screaming</strike> singing the praises of these little gems for months and they offered me the opportunity to try the corkscrew curlers for free.<br />
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Yep.<br />
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That's me.<br />
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Happier than a 5 year old on Christmas.<br />
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Anxiously, I put these bad boys to the test over the weekend. I used my usual products but I had to change my technique up a little bit.<br />
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These curlformers are more narrow and my hair is pretty thick, so I wasn't sure if my set of 40 would be enough for my entire head. I decided to try a flat twist out---with the curlformers at the end. <br />
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I did a total of 13 flat twists with 2 curlformers on the ends of each. Then I used the rest of the curlformers at the very top of my head for added volume. I also added a tiny dab of gel to the ends before installing to keep the curls smooth after take down.<br />
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Here's what it looked like after take down.<br />
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Then I had to fluff it like crazy because the curls were defined---but flat.<br />
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I don't hate it---but I'm not sure if I love it either. For the first day, I did a half up/half down high bun. They next day, I pulled all of the curls over for a romantic sideswept look. I have to admit, the curls really held up well. My hair was super moisturized and the addition of that dab of gel on the ends was a game changer.<br />
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Have you ever tried the corkscrew curlformers? Were they winners?<br />
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Besitos!<br />
KLP<br />
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