a picture of my hair in a French Braid. I finally had time to do it.


And here is a pic showing off my new hair tie.

I LOVE that hair tie! I think there are few ways to show off hair that look as good as (or better than) a braid.

Kathy

2cNii
0/27.75/36
Colonel in FLA!



My 'old' hair, before it got wavier:



My hair journal:
http://www.network54.com/Forum/601063/

My other blog:
http://3grrrlsknit.blogspot.com

What a great braid!






1BFii
Hair: All natural dark brown and silver.
Washing: Twice a week, scalp wash, with letting shampoo run through length. Condition from ears on down. Cold as I can stand it final rinse.
Shampoo/Conditioner: I have switched to organic. Aubrey's Honeysuckle Rose Shampoo and Conditioner. Nature's Gate Organics Biotin Shampoo and Conditioner.
Comb, never brush.
Kind Regards,
lacemitts

I wish I could get my french braids looking that nice - yours is so neat and your hair is so shiny and pretty!


32.5 " long, type 2b C iii
wash as necessary- various products
ACV rinses
oil nightly with coconut oil or shea butter
two braids for bed
23" as of Jun'07
23/30/36
First goal reached 03/09

Leah
Age: 45
3bFii
23.5/27/Waist-goal reached: 9/1/08
23.5/29/Hips (new goal)
CO only every 3 day. Baking Soda washes with Sauve Coconut conditioner about once a week.
Hebal tea rinses 3 times a week: chamomile, thyme, rosemary, sage and ACV.
Jojba & EVOO with lavendar EO daily.
Deep oil treatments using cocount oil the night before wash day. Honey rinses.
Sleep with scrunchies down length of pony tail or up in a high bun or braid.
"Happiness depends on ourselves." -Aristotle

"There are times when only a dog will do for a friend: when you're beaten, sick and blue, and the world's all wrong; for he won't care. If you break and cry, or grouch and swear; for he'll let you know as he licks your hands that he's downright sorry and understands." -Don Blanding (1894-1957)

It looks so silky and in perfect place!

-Fox

April 2008
Special thanks to Carlynn for my custom doll signature!
17/32.75/40+ Type 2CMii (3B underneath layer) Somewhat fine, slightly wavy (with curls on the underneath layer), Hennaed Auburn. F.L.A. Ranking, Colonel. To see more pictures, click on the gallery collection link found here:http://www.geocities.com/ifoxbox/ForeverFox.html> Forever Fox
My Journal: http://www.longhairloom.com/foxjournal.htm> Faithfully Fox


Want custom sticks? Please visit: Sticks and Stones, Hairsticks by Fox

"Watch your thoughts, for they become words. Choose your words, for they become actions. Understand your actions, for they become habits. Study your habits, they will become your character. Develop your character for it becomes your destiny." -John MacArthur

"Love makes you beautiful" - quote from my nephew at age 7



Products Used:

Ida's Shampoo Bars



Aubrey Organics S&C
Nature's Gate Conditioners


Vinegar/herbal rinses

Oils: Jojoba, Sweet Almond, Virgin Oil de Coco Creme, Monoi, Castor, Meadowfoam Seed & essential oils
Shea Butter (from which I make my own leave-in)

MP Popular Mix Brush and Pure BB brush
Wood and Horn combs
Vitamins/Minerals/Herbal supplements

It is beautiful! So dark and shiny!!

Christmas 08 April 09

Close up of my gray hair.

My new mantra: 2009 for hair that's divine!

Oil on ends just before combing to help with snarls, 2x a day.

Shampoo every 5 days
Experimenting with ACV, coconut oil, and honey.

Started measuring August 06, at 36.5 inches
1cCii ~ Natural Silver

I am 53 year old and I've been married for 34 years!!

July 1st 07 - Reached 40 inches
July 14 07 - Cut back to 36.5
August 3rd 08 - Reached 40 inches again.
January 1 09 Reached 43 and classic achieved! Cut for a better hemline.
April thru June 40 still. sigh...

36.5/40/Classic

Faithful to barbers - they actually trim 1/8th of an inch!!

Your hair is so pretty.


Angel Hugs and Love

Betty
20 1/2 - BS - 30
June 27th - 2" off
2c3aM/Cii/iii
Natural Blond
Golden Highlights
Bangs, Long Layers

My Blog

Your hair looks very pretty that way.



SchnauzerMom

http://shaggydogjournal.blogspot.com/

You did a great job with those braids!






2b/N/ii
35/44/45+
I was maintaining my length around 42 to 43 inches, but the ends stick out of my favorite bun at that length, so I am growing on toward my goal again.

Oils: Virgin Coconut Oil, Jojoba Oil, and sometimes almond oil.
Wash: Aubrey Organics shampoo and conditioner, Indian herbs, CV shampoo bars, or Dairy Whip. Wash approximately once or twice a week. Rinse with raw ACV, and final soak in catnip tea after washing. If hair gets sweaty or dirty between washes I rinse with water alone, or maybe ACV.
Sierra Legacy hardwood comb.
Sleep with hair in a homemade silk satin sleepcap when hair is dry, braided if hair is damp, and loose if hair is wet.

Scalp massage seems beneficial to my hair growth, when I remember to do it regularly.

And your hairdo's look perfect!!






1bNii~39 1/2inches~growing out bangs
~GOAL~ classic
I use colorsilk very light beige blond
generic Shimmer Light's Shampoo
trying different conditioners
I vinegar rinses!!!
Coconut oil
mane-n-tail detangler
wide tooth comb~bun or braid b4 bed

"For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed to us." Romans 8:18

"Pleasent words are as a honeycomb,sweet to the mind and healing to the body." Proverbs 16:24

Your braid is nicely placed and thick! Very nice. I like the second photo with it tucked up that way. It is a nice summer style.

~~elvea rose~~

1b/F/i 20/24.5/33

A note to meself... what's another inch?
All said and done it's two months' waiting!

My menders...
~pure life soap co chamomile s+c
~solana gold apple cider vinegar
~honey from the wild bees
~desert essence of jojoba oil
~grape seed oil for winter care
~mama bee's body oil blend
~aloe vera gel, pure and natural
~german made bbb
~sierra legacy combs ('88)
~artistree cocobolo combs ('05)
~a basket full of essential oils

...and a hefty dose of patience and time!

My Musings... 2004-2007 now in TLHC Archives,
my journey from dyes to natural, short to long