I do a combo of Milk Shake leave in conditioner all over:

https://www.amazon.com/milk_shake-Whipped-Cream-Leave-Foam/dp/B006FXKP0Q

Then follow up with OGX Renewing Moroccan Argan Oil Extra Strength from about my ears down to the ends (just past waist):

https://www.amazon.com/OGX-Renewing-Penetrating-Sustainable-Ingredients/dp/B005DYJZ7M?th=1

Then a dab of Kenra Silkening Gloss all over:

https://www.amazon.ca/Kenra-Platinum-Silkening-Gloss-2-26-Ounce/dp/B0013VY4AM

And finally Kenra Blowdry Spray all over:

https://www.amazon.ca/Kenra-Platinum-Blow-Dry-Spray-3-4-Ounce/dp/B003UNPS0Q

Caveat to all this: I have EXTREMELY thick, coarse, porous hair. It's the only reason I can get away with it.

Routine!

I wash my hair with Burt's Bees shampoo and use a super rich conditioner that I totally forgot to grab the name of but will update later!

After the shower I put in Shea Moisture Strengthen & Restore Leave-In Conditioner while it's still wet and then let it sit while I do my makeup. I diffuse my hair on low heat until 80% dry and then scrunch in Marrakesh Oil to tame the frizz/give her a little extra moisture.

My routine isn't perfect yet but it is so much nicer than trying to fight my hair. I love it!

A Denman brush! (Sorry for the crappy link, on mobile) https://www.amazon.com/Denman-Cushion-Brush-Nylon-Bristles/dp/B00197623M


You can pull the rubber base off the handle and remove rows to your liking. I bought a 7 row brush but have since modified it to 4 rows.

We use both a Knot Genie and Wet Brush

Daughter still hates her hair being combed/brushed even if we're doing it right, but at least it's not a bird's nest when I drop her off at school.

There are deals on Bioderma, Vichy, and LRP. For hair, I'm also getting Olaplex.

Thank you to other posters who have actually shared Prime Day products. Some of us come here for skincare tips and not to be subjected to the unsolicited political views of others.

My hair looked just like this when I was a kid, I feel this picture in my very bones. Her hair looks pretty similar to mine, so based on my experience:

1. The first thing I would recommend is an Olaplex no. 3 treatment. It’s pricey, but you can get it on Amazon, and it’s so worth it. It repairs curl patterns in hair that’s been damaged. Have her wash her hair and while it’s sopping wet, add a literal handful of conditioner. Starting at the ends of her hair, use a wet brush to detangle. It might take a really long time, and handfuls of hair will probably come out. That’s normal. Once her hair is brushed through and detangled, rinse out all of the conditioner. Turn off the water. Brush gobs of olaplex from root to ends, and leave it in for at least ten minutes. It looks like she might want to leave it in for 30-45 minutes.
   
   
2. Rinse out all of the olaplex. Apply another handful of conditioner, brush it through, rinse it about half way out. While in the shower, she should flip her head over and gently scrunch the water out.
   
   
3. LA Looks Extreme Sports Gel is bright blue and you can usually find it at Walmart for super cheap, but I linked it to Amazon below because you can buy in bulk. Flip hair over, scrunch in golf ball sized amount of gel. Repeat. It will seem like an outrageous amount of gel. Use more.
   
   
4. Using a microfiber towel or turbi-twist, or an old T-shirt, plop her hair up for about twenty minutes. The key here is not to stretch her hair out into the twisty part of the towel. You want the hair stay as close to her scalp as possible. Basically lay out the towel and flip head over, slowly lowering the curls onto it so that they coil close to the root.
   
   
5. After about 20 minutes, remove towel, and let her hair air dry the rest of the way. It will be really tempting, but try not to touch it at all. When her whole head is dry and crunchy from the gel, flip hair upside down and gently scrunch-out-the-crunch. Done. Leave it for a few days.
   
   Hope this helps!
   
   conditioner
   
   hair gel, 3 pack
   
   olaplex
   
   Edit: to be clear, olaplex is a one time treatment. Do it once. The rest of it is do all of the time stuff.

Wash with Ketoconazole shampoo (use it like body wash on the rash) twice daily. Change your clothes every day. Don't use the same towel that you used on the rash to dry the rest of your body. Also, (obviously) do all the stuff the doctor told you. Most people don't know about the shampoo and it can speed up recovery quite a bit.

Did she do her hair that day? Did you show her some of your pictures in a similar style ahead of time? Did you deliver on matching the style that they (probably) saw ahead of time? If you followed through on capturing the moment and processing the images in a way that's consistent with your normal work flow, then I'd say you're in the clear.

If she really wants a reshoot, offer another session at your normal rate. If she doesn't like that idea, you could offer a discount on another session as compensation since she's not happy with how she did her hair that day.

How did you bill her? If you gave her an invoice, make sure to write the full price and then deduct a discount (Friends & Family usually works well). This way, they know they're getting a discount. That doesn't quite apply here, but it's good advice for any future work of this nature.

Also, I'd recommend keeping hairspray, bobby pins, hair clips, and hair ties. It'll cost you about $20 up front for all of those things but you'll be able to save yourself hours and hours later in editing hair and your clients will be so much happier with you during the shoot. Also, I'd recommend keeping a mirror in your kit as well.

Better news: It's cheaper than you think

https://www.amazon.com/Months-Kirkland-Minoxidil-percentage-Treatment/dp/B008BMOEGA/ref=sr_1_3_s_it?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1511825297&sr=1-3&keywords=kirkland+minoxidil



Same shit celebrities pay Bosleys thousands of dollars for.

I'm sorry to hear about your hair loss. I have very fine hair that's thinning due to PCOS, so I feel your pain. Do you wear your hair in "half up" hairstyles often? Hairloss at your temples specifically sounds like you're pulling your hair up too tight maybe? There are some things you can do to help, or at least won't exacerbate the issue.

To begin with, I take a pre-natal vitamin and a biotin supplement everyday. Also, I try to go at least two days between washes if possible, using dry shampoo powder in the interim.

I also use a great leave-in conditioner that has no silicone in it. I use this one from Avlon. I spent over an hour in Ulta looking for a reasonably priced one that has zero -cones in it, and this is it. I personally love it, it doesn't weigh my hair down, definitely detangles, and smells nice also.

I don't wash with sulfate shampoos either because of how drying they are. I really love this one from Shea Moisture. If your hair strands are thicker or if you have curly / wavy hair, maybe look into co-washing? I would love to be able to do that.

I've read that not only should you not brush / comb wet hair, that you shouldn't even put it up in a pony or braid while it's wet. I can't help but to comb mine when wet though. If I didn't, the strands would dry in strange positions, and there would be no going back. So I just go slow & gentle by starting at the tips and slowly work my way up.

It also goes without saying that you should probably stop dyeing your hair for now, till you get your medical condition figured out. Get your damaged ends cut off to keep from snagging, and be gentle to save what's left. Good luck to you!

The Wet Brush is amazing for everyday use.

But as far as styling, I prefer something with straight bristles without caps and a metal or ceramic base because that heats up to decrease drying time and increase styling power.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000L596FE/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_a_it?qid=1456863438&sr=8-1&keywords=the+wet+brush&pi=SY200_QL40



http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0012V7XU6/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_a_it?qid=1456863488&sr=8-1&keywords=square+brush&pi=SY200_QL40

Sorry for the ugly links!

I use Shea Moisture Raw Shea Retention Shampoo. I shampoo every few weeks.

I tried Yes to Carrots Shampoo. I found later that it has Sodium Coco Sulfate and though it's a milder type of sulfate I decided to stop using it. There are sulfate-free alternatives anyway. I wanted to see if the top and back of my hair improves. I think it did as I saw less frizz, though that could be due to the other products I'm using and not necessarily the change in shampoo.

Absolutely. I use the HSI professional straightener ( http://www.amazon.com/HSI-PROFESSIONAL-TOURMALINE-STRAIGHTENER-Treatment/dp/B001MA0QY2) I can't remember how to link, sorry. But it'll pay for itself if you're going to the salon even 1-2 times a year. It's great quality for the price and in this case would be worth it for you. And far from $100-200! I have thick, frizzy, curly hair and in less than 30 minutes this gets my hair stick straight. Therefore saving you time too :) hope this helps!

I use a 1-inch flat iron and 3/4-inch curling iron for these styles every morning because otherwise my asian hair would just be flat, stiff, and straight.

If you guys who also have a two-block have any styling questions I’d be glad to help you out :)

edit: I ask my hairdresser for a soft two-block (with #2 all around the sides and back) and for straight/blunt bangs up to my eyebrows.

List of items I use:

Argan Oil: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B005DYJZ7M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_PKAUAbAJPNH9P

Alligator Hair Clips: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B012FGQ29O/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_XJAUAb2GQYZKV

Hair Dryer: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B075GW2G16/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_lLAUAbK1DM6BC

1-inch Flat Iron: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B003TJ1JL8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_zNAUAbZVWBSE3

3/4 Inch Curling Iron: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B079W3HTQ5/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_tOAUAbVCB51NA

Hair Wax: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B000V2ACHI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_jPAUAbA1ZB9W4

Hair Spray: https://well.ca/products/pantene-pro-v-airspray-hairspray_113775.html?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI6L-PzriL2gIVEHZ-Ch3lmwTLEAQYASABEgLdPfD_BwE

You could try a co-wash product, like this one?

>I currently use hyaluronic acid as an active and a hydrating toner might have that as an ingredient. It might be a bit redundant to use both.

Hyaluronic acid is not an active - just a nice humectant. Feel free to stack HA products, similar to how you can layer multiple moisturizers :)

If your biggest skin issue is dehydration and discolouration, you might benefit from a product featuring niacinamide. Niacinamide can help treat both of those things, and is a nice easy ingredient to introduce. Several of the recs down below feature niacinamide, and if you want a separate serum you can check out Skinlex 10% Niacinamide Serum

Pulled from this list of products recs for dry or dehydrated skin:

Recs for hydrating serums & toners:

the serums & toners HG thread,

> Scinic Honey All In One Ampoule (review, jolse)

> Cosrx Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence (review, jolse)

> Paula's Choice Enriched Calming Toner (Paula's Choice)

the dry & dehydrated skin thread,

> Rumase Bifida Snail Toner (review, ibbi)

> Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Lotion (review, amazon)

> Klairs Supple Preparation Toner (review, wishtrend)

> Kiku-Masamune High Moist Lotion (review, amazon)

the AB products for dry, sensitive, or over-exfoliated skin thread thread

> Benton Aloe BHA Skin Toner (review, jolse)

> CosRx Galactic Mice 95 Whitening Power Essence (review, jolse)

> Benton Snail Bee High Content Essence (review, jolse)

> Innisfree The Green Tea Seed Serum (review, jolse)

> Superdrug Simple Hydrating Serum (review, £2.99 on superdrug)

> Scinic Aqua AIO Ampoule (review, jolse)

and randomly accumulated recs:

> Pyunkang Yul Essence Toner (review, jolse)

> Pyunkang Yul Moisture Serum (review, jolse)

> Cezanne Skin Conditioner High Moist (review, amazon)

> Mario Badescu Aloe Vera Toner (ulta)

> Paula's Choice Resist Omega+ Complex Serum (review, Paula's Choice)

> Etude House Soon Jung pH 5.5 Relief Toner(review, jolse)

> Whamisa Organic Flowers Deep Rich Essence Toner (review, review 2, glow recipe)

I really love the Olaplex No 3 Hair Perfector. It is a deep conditioning treatment that's put in BEFORE shampooing. Your hair will be as soft as silk. They recommend using 1 or 2 times a week, depending on how damaged the hair is. I frequently have mine bleached/highlighted and I use it once a week, leaving it in 5-10 min before shampooing out.

You can get it from Amazon but I noticed a few months ago that Sephora started selling small bottles up near the checkout area.

Stratia LG

And lots of asian beauty options:

Kikumasamune Sake Skin Lotion High Moist (it's a toner, amazon), emulsion (light liquid cream, amazon) or cream, amazon; Mebika moisture lotion (toner), Rosette ceramide gel, Dr. Jart+ ceramide products (there are balm, cream, toner), Cezanne High Moist Lotion (toner, amazon), Meishoku Ceracolla lotion, milk, or gel on amazon, Holika Holika Good Cera toner, emulsion and Cream

Tons of reviews on /r/AsianBeauty

I've tried LG, Kiku emulsion, Cezanne and Dr Jart ceramidin Liquid. They are all light but moisturizing, but get the job done. Never tried Cerave though, so can't compare. But they all should be lighter then Cerave oitment for sure.

I also have thick hair and I used to lose a lot when brushing through it, especially after showering. When it was wet, my brush pulled a TON out. A hairdresser suggested using a wet brush, and it has helped so much! It brushes through your hair easily, it's soft, and it eliminates so much pain and extra hair being yanked out. I really suggest trying one!

Hello there! This is the brush I use: https://smile.amazon.de/Denman-Haarbürste-D3-schwarzer-Gummikissen/dp/B00197623M/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=denman+brush&qid=1567353795&s=gateway&sprefix=denmna&sr=8-3
Hope it helps and I am glad to hear that you are breaking up with those tools, you don't need that kind of negativity in your life lol!
It's in german though, but you can see the exact same brush I use. Good luck!

My scalp is oily but the rest of my hair is pretty dry, so to avoid drying out the bottom part excessively, after getting in the shower/wetting my hair, I use conditioner on the bottom 3/4 of my hair to protect it while I wash the top 1/4 (then rinse everything out and use conditioner again as normal).

I know silicones get a lot of hate, but I haven't found any silicon-free products that help with my frizz (mostly they just make my hair oily). I use this silicone-based serum from DHC while my hair is wet and brush through using this brush designed for wet hair, then let my hair air-dry. My hair has a shorter chin-length layer in the front that I sometimes blow-dry so it'll lie correctly - in that case, I use a bit of bumble and bumble's Straight Blow Dry, but I don't try to get it pin-straight, just neat enough to be out of my way/not look silly.

I still haven't found a way to keep my hair from frizzing in humidity, but Weather Proof by Big Sexy helps.

Everyone's hair is different, though, and what works for me might not work for you! You might have to experiment a little. I definitely tried and returned a bunch of things at Sephora before I found the b&b Straight Blow Dry (and one of the staff told me to go to ULTA and pick up Weather Proof).

Ugh I feel for you. Frizz (especially this time of the year) is so frustrating. Some things that have helped me:

ACV rinse
Argan oil (it's a light oil and shouldn't weigh down your hair)
Jojoba oil (might be to heavy for you)
And I just recently added this Shea Moisture product. Too soon to say how well it works, but if you try it a little goes a long way.

https://www.amazon.com/SheaMoisture-Coconut-Hibiscus-Enhancing-Smoothie/dp/B0038TVH3Y/ref=redir_mobile_desktop?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&ref=yo_pop_d_pd_t2

I'm all about Shea Moisture line, the 13oz lasts for a month and a half to two cuz you need so little. Smells lovely, works great and free of: Sulfates, Parabens, Mineral oil, Propelyene Glycol, Petroleum, or Animal Testing.
*Not a hun, just a satisfied customer who is cheap as all get out.

I hope you see this because this is a huge tip that helped me. You have a winter skin tone, so pure colors, true red, true blue, black, jewel tones (like that hot pink top which you are ROCKING, btw) will look the best on you. http://selfishseamstress.files.wordpress.com/2010/08/picture-178.png%3Fw%3D490%26h%3D370 This is like an old idea from the 50's I think, but I really agree with it.

Also, one product I really like as far as makeup goes is http://www.covergirl.com/instantcheekbonescontouringblush this in peach perfection. I am also a winter and a little color on the cheeks really will help your face pop & can help give you a more feminine cheekbone. I'm sure there are youtube videos on how to apply.

I agree with the lady that said some sideswept bangs would look nice. They will help balance out your jawline. Also try parting your hair a little further over a la http://hrbangs.com/jessica-alba-side-bangs.jpg

Do you know how to tease your hair at all? If you have wavy hair, it helps give it a little poof to the side and back so that all your curls don't make it look flat on the top. You can look up teasing or backcombing to see how to do it or take your pretty butt down to a salon & tell them to show you. But don't go overboard. Not looking for scene kid, just a little extra volume on top.

Also with waves, a texturizing spray like this: http://www.amazon.com/Not-Your-Mothers-Beach-Texturizing/dp/B004UL0GTK/ref=sr_1_2?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1346617727&sr=1-2&keywords=beach+waves is your friend. And my favorite hairspray to finish with is good old aquanet. We're trying to get natural, not crunchy waves with these two products.

Last of all, congratulations on finding our true self & keep being you. If you want to try any of these tips but can figure them out, just let me know, and I'll be glad to do some videos and show you how! I have a lot of LGBTQ friends & even volunteer working with a couple of organizations that help with things like this, so let me know if even you just need to talk or whatever--be proud of who you are!

I use Shea Moisture curl enhancing smoothie.

My hair is more like 2b but this stuff works really well for me. It's not at all crunchy and it keeps my hair curly through the whole day (before it got all frizzy a couple hours in). You really can't feel it at all, it's not heavy or greasy or anything.

Minoxidil is very cheap on Amazon (or at Costco): 6 months for $24

I’ve used that for years, it dramatically slowed recession, but I’ve only seen regrowth after starting fin a few months ago.

Finasteride you need a prescription for, but it’s easy to get. I googled “get online finasteride prescription” and found a lot of promising stuff. It’s a super cheap drug, with my copay only a couple bucks a month iirc

I’ve been using the Olaplex at-home treatment, and it seems to be improving the texture of my hair (dry/frizzy/dyed). It’s not quite as magical as the hype says, but my hair does feel smoother.

Yup, probiotics have about as much health-benefits as taking multivitamins. Nothing concrete as far as we know now.

Want to treat your eczema? Take colder showers. Keep your living space clean. Get plenty of sleep. Eat healthier. Go to an allergist and figure out what you are allergic to (cannot stress this one enough). Keep your skincare routine simple, but effective. I basically only use a moisturizer and protopic when things get bad.

I use this moisturizer, Eucerin Original Healing Creme. I love this product because it literally only contains seven ingredients (Water, Petrolatum, Mineral Oil, Ceresin, Lanolin Alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, Piroctone Olamine), none of which cause flareups for myself. Highly recommend it.

I also use this shampoo, and it's been working very well for me so far. No more dandruff or scalp itchiness.

I do not use any facial cleansers or body shampoo, mostly because I haven't found a good product for myself yet. My skin stays relatively clear even without using them too. Open to suggestions though if people have any.

Cleansers (Unless you're using a medicated cleanser most skincare products aren't really going to prevent acne.)

Mochitto Mochi Mochi Face Wash

Hada Labo Gokujun Oil Cleanser (200ml)

Hada Labo Gokujun Hyaluronic Cleansing Foam (160ml)

Medicated Deep Cleansing Oil L (200ml)

Cow Brand Additive-Free Foaming Facial Cleanser (200ml)

Rohto Hadalabo es cleansing foam type (160ML)

Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Hyaluronic Acid Lotion (170ml)

Spot Treatment

Since your acne is deep in the skin I would look for a dermatologist that also serves foreigners because unless I'm mistaken a lot of products with Benzoyl Peroxide etc are prescription only.

Hydrating Toners

Meishoku Cosmetics Meishoku Facial Water Medicated Skin Lotion 2.7 oz (80 ml) - Acne Prevention

Hada Labo Gokujyun Hyaluronic Acid Solution (170ml)

Hada Labo Gokujyun "Hyaluronic-Eki" Large-Capacity Pump-Type 400ml

Matsuyama Skin Moisturizing Water, Light Type

Kikumasamune High Moist Lotion

Mebika Moist Lotion

Cezanne High Moist Lotion


Meishoku Cosmetics Ceracolla Super Moist Face Lotion 6 fl oz (180ml)


Gels

Hada Labo Shirojyun Cool Hyaluronic Jelly (200ml)

Naturie Skin Conditioning Gel

Rosette Ceramide Gel

Meishoku Cerracolla Perfect Gel

Moisturisers

Kobayashi Pharmaceutical Eaude Muge Medicated Skin Cream - 40g - Acne Prevention


Lion Pair Acne Clean Lotion - Look for the cream as well!

Meishoku Cerracolla Perfect Cream

MUJI Sensitive Skin Moisturizing Milk - Moisture (200ml)

Hada Labo Gokujyun Hyaluronic Cream 50g

Hada Labo Gokujyun Hyaluronic Milky Lotion 140ml

Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Hyaluronic Acid Milky Emulsion (140ml)

Sunscreens

CANMAKE Mermaid Skin Gel UV

Nivea Protect Water Gel SPF35/PA+++ Pump 140g

Biore Sarasara UV Perfect Face Milk SPF50+/PA++++ 30ml

Biore Sarasara UV Perfect Milk SPF50+/PA++++ 40ml

Hada Labo Gokujun Perfect UV Gel (50g)

My hair is pretty long and has tighter curls that i throw in a bun once its dry so YMMV

I use this for cowashing and this leave-in conditioner for "styling" with right after getting out of the shower. Both are sulfate free and "CG approved"

wet/after shower
fully dry
top bun

Yeah, I use a combination of Bumble & bumble Sumotech which keeps the hair really natural looking (it's kind of expensive though, which stinks), American Crew Fiber, and just regular gel.

And this is kind of a new look for this cut, usually I keep it up more, like this which involves alot of the Sumotech.

Hope this helped!

Thanks! It’s a styling brush that’s become quite popular for curlies

Amazon Link Here

I picked it up at a drug store, it’s pretty easy to find.

As for my twisting method, I brush through sections with the Denman brush, curving as I get to the end, the. scrunching/shaking out each section for a good uniform curl. That gives me shrinkage more than anything. Then, starting at the top of my hair, I take a section, fairy small, about 3-5 curls, put the brush in at my roots, and then brush down the hair, twisting as I go.

Today I did it with my fingers, which is essentially the same thing, just taking 3-5 curls and twisting them (fairly tightly but loose enough that as they dry they poof out to about double the diameter) down to the ends.
Tutorial Here

I do mine tighter than the girl in the video but that is the technique. As I said in my routine, then I air dried but I can diffuse these twists too.

Hope this helped! :)

Denman Cushion Brush Nylon Bristles, 7-Row https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00197623M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_asU8BbMVG9AM0

It’s a customizable brush made specially for curly hair. You use it on wet hair to help distribute your product and it promotes clumping and curl definition.

yes of cours!! here is the brush (i use 7 rows) and here is the styling cream. rizos curls is a latina brand that's pretty new so i believe it's only found online. it has a powerful, tropical scent. my hair LOVES it.

I am also in the market. I was just looking at straighteners on Amazon and the CHI doesn't have the best reviews. I found one I'm going to try- it's the HSI straightener and it has rave reviews (over 11k and almost 5 stars) Amazon is selling the older model of it for $40 (marked down from $200) so I thought it would be worth a try and easy enough to return on Amazon if it doesn't work. I currently have a pro solia that does not straighten my waves. I'm like you- super course thick wavy hair.

EDIT- from what my hair stylist tells me, the CHI was good if you bought it a few years ago, but as they've gained popularity and mass produced, their products don't work as well.

EDIT2- Link

I'm also experimenting with going sulfate and silicone free. I'm currently trying out both Shea Moisture (which is basically everything-free) and L'Oreal's cleansing conditioner (which is in my gym bag for those mornings). I like both so far!

I have this curl wand. This is the only wand I've found that makes my hair hold the curl. I don't even have to use hair spray! And the curls last until the next day. I actually have the waving wand too and love that as well.

Dry, coarse, wavy hair here! The two things I've learned from this sub are 1) putting some Kiku hydrating toner on your hair when its slightly damp to add some moisture in it and 2) using this to co-wash my hair

The other thing I haven't tried yet is using oil cleanser that doesn't work on my face for my scalp. I'm not sure if that addresses any particular issue you're experiencing, but still wanted to share some of the things I've picked up from this sub!

No offense dude but seriously? You can't go to amazon and search "Kirklands Minoxidil 5%"

https://www.amazon.com/Months-Kirkland-Minoxidil-percentage-Treatment/dp/B008BMOEGA/ref=sr_1_3?crid=10OZQT2IXVSVH&keywords=kirkland%2Bminoxidil%2B5%25&qid=1558129267&s=gateway&sprefix=kirkland%2B%2Caps%2C399&sr=8-3&th=1&psc=1

Just chiming in. There are "hair donuts" you can buy specifically for this purpose, but you can also cut the toe out of a sock, roll it up, and use it inside your bun. This method will make the bun bigger, more shapely, and easier to secure.

Something else you might try is a texturizer. It makes your hair more voluminous and less slippery.

Cheapest thing at $0.43 because my other dog wants to look dapper

Something else because I broke mine >.<

Thanks for the contest! <3

I bought thisto use until I got a chi. Two years later it's still going strong and straightens beautifully.

Long time lurker here. I enjoy all the success pics.

I decided a while back to stop fighting my curls with gel and short haircuts. It's been going well and get compliments and surprise from friends and family. Those who haven't seen me in a while are totally confused and have asked if I've gotten a perm!!! I guess I have two questions

First: I'd like to go for the Jon Snow look if possible. I've been letting my hair grow and grow and grow. Now it feels like an afro-mullet combo. How should this hair be cut while it's still growing out? I get frustrated with stylists/barber/etc as I want an expert or at least someone with experience to guide me through this instead of asking what I want. "I don't know... that's why I'm asking you..." I don't want my hair ruined by someone guessing or going off of my unqualified instruction.

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Second: At the end of the day, it gets frizzy/puffy (see the last pic in the album). I've tried not showering and it ends up looking greasy. How do you get smooth curls that aren't greasy or crunch due to gel?

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Daily Routine:

1. Warm/hot shower with Shampoo and Conditioner from Costco.
   
2. Dry with a cotton t-shirt while hanging my head upside down
   
3. I'll apply Shea Curl Enhancing Smooth or Shea Curl & Style Milk
   
   

This one. It came with a "heat-protective" glove which is just a thin glove you put on the hand you're wrapping your hair around the barrel with. I have already lost the one that came with the wand and just use a normal cotton glove, which works better because it's a lot thicker.

Yeah, just comb it down and trim any hairs that are being disorderly. If you really want to get fancy with it, get a boars hair brush and start brushing it. It will help stimulate the hair follicles and make it grow a little quicker.

After a little bit with trimming with scissors you'll notice a big difference in how your beard is filling out.

I just got a Bass boar bristle brush in the mail today and so far I'm thoroughly enjoying it. Quality seems pretty great, so far.

I'll try linking it when I'm not on mobile...

Edit: link:

http://www.amazon.com/Bass-Brushes-Classic-Mens-Style/dp/B0046HJM1Q

He probably uses a sea salt texturing spray. Here's one. Also a messy bun

Ooooh fun topic! Hair background: I'm not sure if I have thick hair, or just a lot of it, but the volume is not lacking! It's got a mind of its own as far as texture - sometimes more wavy, sometimes more straight, sometimes even straight up curly. Length - mid-back to low-back, depending on whether I needed a big chunk of dead ends chopped off. Dyed religiously because prematurely gray is not my style. :'( Because of this dying, my hair is crazy dry. And I live in a really humid climate.

Products!

• Olaplex No. 3 - I use this pre-shampoo/condition about twice a month. Truly a hair saver. If I could only own a single hair product, it would be this! Makes my "hay" hair soft again, and tones down the tangles.
  
• Oribe Royal Blowout - this is a heat styling spray that I use if I'm going to blow dry or use heat styling. Smells amazeballs!
  
• Oribe Anti-Humidity spray - To be honest, I don't know how much this helps, but it makes me feel better about walking out into 90% humidity after I just finished styling my hair. Also, smells amazeballs. :)
  
• Deva Curl Low Poo - One of the shampoos I alternate between. I don't use it for the curls/waves so much as I do for the gentle formula and softness it brings out in my hair. Does NOT smell amazeballs, haha.
  
• ION Purify shampoo - This is the other shampoo I alternate between. We have extremely hard water (I've also gotten a shower head filter, but still hard) and the build up needs washed out. Supposed to be good for after swimming in chlorine too. My hair feels weird after rinsing it out, like it's dying for the conditioner, but feels SUPER soft after conditioning and drying.
  
• Deva Curl Conditioner - One of the many conditioners I alternate between. This is one that I usually use after the Deva Curl shampoo. Smells weird, but softer hair, so I tolerate it.
  
• Argan Conditioning Mask - Another conditioner I alternate with. I use the heavy duty conditioners/masks once a week because of the dry texture of my hair. This one is a holy grail hair mask! Smells soooooo good and hair is like silk...or as close as it can get after dying every 6-8 weeks for over 7 years!
  
• It's a 10 Hair Mask - I definitely like this hair mask, just not as much as the Argan one. Smells great - nicely conditions.
  
• Oribe Glaze - I use this halfway between my hair colorings. It's supposed to help bring the shine back like right after you get your hair dyed. I don't like how it makes my scalp feel after using it...kinda greasy/build-up-y feeling, so that's why I use it so sparingly. Plus it is heavily perfumed, and while I like it, I have eczema so I'm cautious about what washes down my body in the shower.
  
  Editing to add things I forgot: I use a special microfiber towel for drying my hair (cause it's supposed to help with frizz), then I air dry the rest of the way 99% of the time. I will use a straightener or curling iron periodically, but actually want to start using those more often. There's only so much pretty you can get without heat styling.
  
  I sleep on a satin pillow case because that's supposed to help with frizz and breakage.

Olaplex no. 3 if you have some cash to burn. It's usually given to clients after a bleach treatment. I bleach at home, and use it like I would if I were in a salon. Olaplex is new and (through some science and magic) really helps blondes keep their hair strong.

If you want a cheaper option (which still excellent) get a protein or ion treatment to throw on as a last step. I've used this brand because they're really cheap and I get two uses out of one package. This always makes my hair bouncy and strong again after a treatment.

Is this the right one? https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00RWMHTU8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_7icPBbRMTR3NY

Some things I learned since I started CG Method:

1. No sulfate shampoo. This subreddit actually helped me find a great alternative to Head and Shoulders: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06WD8YQKL/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_dgAZAbVEBQTD1
   
   The price is more, but you don't need a lot. It can be a little drying.
   This leads me to....
   
   
2. Lots of (silicone free) Conditioner!
   
   
3. make you're own leave-in conditioning spray. Fill a spray bottle with one-third of your favorite conditioner, the rest with cold water. Shake before use, and spray! I didn't believe it until I lost all hope!
   
   
   Hope that helps! My hair texture is similar to yours so feel free to message me on any other questions.

Have you tried Olaplex? Or oils like coconut oil?

Here’s a link for the Olaplex. I think that could really help you. It’s a little expensive but that’s because it works.

Seconding seborrheic dermatitis, I have it and my symptoms are the same. My dermatologist recommended Neutrogena T-Sal and Neutrogena T-Gel (both western products) or prescription shampoo/topicals. I have also used Vanicream Free & Clear Medicated Anti-Dandruff Shampoo although I wouldn’t repurchase because it’s a milky/creamy feel and doesn’t wash out 100% on my fine greasy hair, I have to wash again with a separate shampoo to get it all out.

Neutrogena Shampoos

There’s this :) No SLS! I haven’t used this specific shampoo, but have used other shampoos from this brand and they are very gentle...no fragrance, and very non-irritating.

Vanicream Free & Clear Medicated Anti-Dandruff Shampoo for sensitive skin - all hair types - maximum OTC strength zinc pyrithione 2% - preservative free - dermatologist tested - 8 ounce https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06WD8YQKL/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_Qn9VAb56N0FJK

I have also tried the Noble Zinc bar, and it didn’t work for me either plus it irritated my skin (it has a very high ph, I tested it). It also has a lot of oils etc in it. I have the Vanicream shampoo in my amazon cart, as it looks to be more mild and doesn’t have all that oil in it.

Use this after washing your hair. Slather it on, put on a conditioning cap and sleep in it. You hair will be frizz proof. The more you use it, the better it works. This little bottle has changed my whole life.

https://www.amazon.com/Olaplex-Perfector-Repairing-Treatment-Packaging/dp/B00SNM5US4?hvadid=177564727377&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9030952&hvnetw=g&hvpos=1t1&hvqmt=e&hvrand=863906678429696713&hvtargid=kwd-98329006627&keywords=olaplex+3&qid=1540661054&sr=8-1&tag=googhydr-20&ref=sr_1_1

If you go to the Amazon JP link there is a box that says ship to: (country name) in Japanese. My Japanese is very rusty, so if you can translate the page, please do so.

I think you can just check out like a usual Amazon purchase after that

This is available on Amazon US for those who don't want to create a new account. It's sold by TOY SHOP JAPAN HOBBYONE
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00RWMHTU8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_qYwGybCVWBNHE

I found it on Amazon (US) here

https://www.amazon.com/Nizoral-Anti-Dandruff-Shampoo-4-oz/dp/B0000Y3CRY/ref=sr_1_2_s_it?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1473990382&sr=1-2&keywords=nizoral

This is the one I use. I use the 2% one here and there and I would describe that one as having a "terrible muscle inury balm" smell to it. So maybe it's that?

I had a similar situation where my scalp was just really really dry. Not dandruff, per se, but no matter what I'd have some flakes towards the front of my scalp for probably about a year on and off. I purchased this shampoo on Amazon and after 4-5 times washing my hair with it the flakes completely went away!!! I still have about 2/3 of the bottle left and if the flakes ever come back I know this stuff will do that trick. Hope this helps!

Get the WetBrush! It's super cheap and doesn't rip out all your hair. Best purchase in a while!

I had long hair for quite a while and yes braiding was my go to for keeping it wrangled at night.

It doesn't have to be a tight braid either just a loose one to keep everything together.

Also, invest in a wet brush it is a life saver for tangled hair.

Makeup (although I might be beating a dead horse with this one):

Real Techniques Expert Face Brush ($9 on Amazon)

Beautyblender makeup sponge (~$25 for 2) - IMO, the quality is worth the iffy price tag.

Hair:

Aveeno Nourish + Moisturize shampoo/conditioner (~$9 each) - hair products are almost always hit-or-miss for me. This is the shampoo/conditioner duo that I always come back to. Joico and Frederick Fekkai couldn't even compare.

Neutrogena Triple Moisture hair mask ($7 on Amazon) - best hair mask ever, and I've tried nearly every hair mask under the sun. Doesn't hurt that it is wallet-friendly.

"Wet Brush" hair brush ($9 on Amazon) - I have past-my-boobs-long hair and this is the only brush I can stand using. It's a lot less painful in terms of detangling, and it's AMAZING on wet hair (as its name suggests).

Teeth/oral hygeine:

Sonicare electric toothbrush ($40) - definitely a lot more effective than manual toothbrushes. Start off brushing with GENTLE pressure, as it can be slightly painful if you're only used to manual toothbrushes. After a decent number of uses, you'll get used to it. My boyfriend, who absolutely hated the Sonicare when he first tried it because it "hurt a lot" and even made his gums bleed, is now forever-converted after seeing the difference it makes.

Orabrush tongue cleaner (4 for $12 on Amazon) - I'm kind of eccentric when it comes to oral hygiene, so I use these religiously (i.e. whenever I brush my teeth.) Cleaning your tongue regularly helps keep off gross buildup, which contributes to stinky breath :p.

I should have been more specific. I was referring to the Wet Brush.

https://www.amazon.com/Wet-Brush-Rubberized-Detangle-Assorted/dp/B000L596FE?th=1

I always find them super cheap at TJ Maxx.

Disclaimer: I am not a big wearer of solid perfumes, but I'm a fan of Patch NYC's aromas and have heard good things about their solid perfumes. You should also check out shops on etsy.

And some well-reviewed flat iron recs:
One
Two
Three

Here’s an example of a good curl smoothie! It’s just usually full of good things for curly hair, used like a leave-in, I just rake it into my hair directly after my shower before I squeeze out the excess moisture with a towel, super easy. Just helps with moisture and other benefits, keeping your hair from getting frizzy and keeping it nice and soft! You might also like trying out deep conditioners once a week or so, too. You just put it on in the shower, put a shower cap over your hair instead of washing out, and then do the rest of your shower stuff and wash it out last. Gives your hair protein and other good stuff, the shower cap helps the deep conditioner penetrate your hair by keeping your head heat in, it works best with “heat”, even natural heat.

Best of luck! You look super cute with your curls right now, so it can really only get better from here, haha.

Same situation as you - thought I had straightish hair most of my life and turns out it is 2B (2A if I don't take good care of it). Here's my routine and products:

• Wash with Shea Moisture shampoo - sulfate free and very gentle. Leaves the natural oils in my hair so it's shiny and moisturized, but clean looking.
  
  
• Work DevaCurl One Condition into my hair and comb through tangles with my fingers. Then I do the "squish to condish" method to get all the conditioner into my hair and let it sit while I do the rest of my shower stuff. :) The DevaCurl conditioner is pretty expensive, but very worth it to me. It's just so moisturizing and does wonders for my waves.
  
  
• Rinse out with cool water, flip my head upside down and scrunch up my soaking wet hair to get it to form its curls.
  
  
• Scrunch L.A. Looks Gel into my hair, then plop in a t-shirt.
  
  
• Either let my hair air dry or use the pixiecurl method with a diffuser (there are videos of how to do this on youtube). The pixiecurl method can be a bit tedious and give me a bit more frizz, but it also gives my curls way more definition and volume than if I air dry.
  
  Note that the L.A. Looks gel does make hair feel crunchy when it is drying (which I hate the look and feel of), but once it's dry I release the gel hold by scrunching my hair and tossing it around a bit and it looks completely soft and natural. I used to be totally gel-phobic because I hated the crunchy gel look - then I learned you can scrunch the gel hold out of your hair! You get the nice definition that gel gives you and the natural look of something softer like a serum.

Vaseline and oil cleansing with mineral oil come to mind, and both of these are very unlikely to break you out.

For oil cleansing with mineral oil, at the end of the day, you'd gently massage your face with mineral oil and then wipe it off with a soft washcloth soaked with warm water. This is a very gentle and effective way of cleansing your skin without drying it out! Being gentle and keeping your skin moisturized are key. Ensure you buy 100% mineral oil with no extra ingredients. Check the ingredient lists carefully.

Vaseline is applied before bed, all over the face. Make sure your face is clean when you do this as you don't want to "trap" any debris under the vaseline. Again, check the ingredient list to ensure you're getting 100% petroleum jelly.

Finally, a lot of people breakout on the hair line and near the mouth if their skin is sensitive to sodium laureth sulfate (SLS). SLS is a foaming agent that is often in toothpaste and shampoo. Switching to SLS free shampoo and toothpaste could help, or it might have no effect on your skin, but it can't hurt so I think it's worth a try! This toothpaste is great, and still gets foamy like regular toothpaste. And this shampoo.

You also say you don't wear make-up much, so I'd recommend avoiding it extra until your big day. Avoid putting unnecessary products on your skin.

I would recommend using a curling wand instead of a curling iron. I wear my hair the same way and with extensions as well (yes, she definitely has extensions).

The curling wand that Kaitlyn and others advertise with promo codes is actually a really good one, but you can even get a cheap conair version at CVS and achieve the same look. I have this one: https://www.amazon.com/Remington-CI95AC2-Collection-Digital-Ceramic/dp/B003V265QW

Please don't apologize!! It's Remington Digital Curling Wand - It's only 20 bucks!

I have thin hair and the wand I use is a Remington CI95AC Salon Collection Pearl Digital Ceramic Curling Wand 1/2-1 Inch

For the price it's not bad at all.

If you want to go a little more expensive route, I've never used this but just watched a video on it and now I want it Nume styling set

There's also a Groupon for the same Nume set but cheaper


Not the best pic [but I'm the one in the right with blonde hair](Curls http://iob.imgur.com/uYGg/uF8z8IrNvy) and that's using the cheaper Curling wand.

Here's one more of when I curled my hair with the Remington

Get him the following

Beard Balm (not the one i use, but the one most seem to)
http://www.amazon.com/Honest-Amish-Beard-Balm-Conditioner/dp/B009NNFB0O

Beard Soap (The one I use)
https://www.etsy.com/listing/208522444/beard-shampoo-beer-and-raw-goats-milk?

Boar Bristle Brush
http://www.amazon.com/Bass-Brushes-Classic-Mens-Style/dp/B0046HJM1Q/ref=sr_1_5?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1415729562&sr=1-5&keywords=boars+bristle+hair+brush

It will help tame his beard, and i would be really surprised if it caused a break out.

You could always go the oil route, and personally, I love these (super cheap compared to most and the scents are awesome, Oak Moss and Bay Rum are my favs)

https://www.etsy.com/shop/BeardOil?ref=pr_faveshops

I'm a guy but this is what I use.

Bass Brushes Classic Men's Club Style: 100% Wild Boar Bristles, Light Wood Handle https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0046HJM1Q/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_ESfOub0G4KHHB

From top to bottom:


Beardology Beard Balm


Swissco Mustache Comb


Beardology Beard oil. (same link as above)


Honest Amish Beard Balm/leave in conditioner Also available on Amazon and eligible for Prime(save on shipping)


Bass Boars Hair Brush


Accessories:


Coasters hand made by a friend out of reclaimed woods.


Fox Pelt Which it looks like they are out of at the moment.


I like the Honest Amish Beard balm much more than the Beardology. Its softer and easier to work with. I got the Beardology balm as part of a package thing with the oil. Beardology is closed until after the holidays. In my search for "the perfect beard oil" I found that you can't really go wrong with whatever you pick. There are so many companies, small and large, that make the stuff. You can make it yourself if you're so inclined. Most have jojoba or argan oil as the main oil and then other oils to add scent so it's preference really.


All I can say is read up on what you like or what you think your brothers will like and go from there. You really can't go wrong with most of these beard products.

There are a few texturizing sprays that achieve this look! My favorite is the Not Your Mothers Beach Babe Spray :)

1. Sea salt spray and hair powder.
   
2. Dry shampoo.
   
3. Clip in hair pieces.

Hi,
are you talking about this argan oil? cant find one fore extra thick and coarse hair

OGX Renewing + Argan Oil of Morocco Extra Penetrating Oil, 3.3 Ounce https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005DYJZ7M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_x4gxDbFPK289C

Argan oil. You're welcome.
https://www.amazon.com/OGX-Renewing-Penetrating-Sustainable-Ingredients/dp/B005DYJZ7M

use argan oil rlly helps u can feel the softness WHILE you wash. https://www.google.com/search?q=argan+oil+shampoo&sxsrf=ACYBGNTIxNYRai38GPptzOodCwpIJDFy5g:1570949298160&tbm=isch&source=iu&ictx=1&fir=gBv1_ni4nliSBM%253A%252Ch9d18hcWmZZ9pM%252C_&vet=1&usg=AI4_-kQntwYSDRatfm8rn5Fevqn9StTw4A&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwil1IGX0pjlAhVCsXEKHTtbBiEQ9QEwAXoECAYQCQ#imgrc=gBv1_ni4nliSBM:

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buy those two and follow the instructions at the back x

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also when you finish washing DO NOT use a blow dryer, starightener or NOTHING ELECTRIC ON YOUR HAIR it damages it and this may be the cause for ur hair rn

in addition, when finish washing pat your hair down w a clean towel thereafter apply the argan oil (an actual oil this time x ) https://www.amazon.co.uk/Organix-Moroccan-Argan-Penetrating-Coaise/dp/B005DYJZ7M/ref=asc_df_B005DYJZ7M/?tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=313322780637&hvpos=1o1&hvnetw=g&hvrand=16541534354524680704&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=&hvtargid=pla-372480236535&psc=1

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THESE PRODUCTS SMELL AMAZING LEAVING YOUR HAIR SMELLING GOOD AND LOOKING GOOD. try and wash your hair thrice in a week using this same method, your destined to achieve the results you deserve!

msg me if this helps x

A couple years ago I deployed to Guam where I would start my day with a wet bun in uniform, then after work we’d go to the beach to swim and snorkel, and then frequently out to town in the evening for dinner. My hair felt awful from wetting it three times a day, but I couldn’t deal with the salty sandy tangles that happened after wearing a snorkel mask.

I bought some As I Am coconut Cowash and it made my hair for that entire deployment so much better- soft enough to be gentle on my tangles, but still great for actually cleaning my bleached, salty hair. They used to sell it at Sally’s only, but I’ve seen it at drugstores lately too. And Amazon of course! Amazon

Best of luck!

Oh, boy. It's been a bit of a struggle. My right (your left) mustache has been an issue from day one. It wouldn't grow the same, it wouldn't train, and it wouldn't cooperate.

The general consensus is that you do not trim it and just let it do it's thing while you train it to grow the way you want it to. I've been so fed up with my right stache that I've trimmed them both down to same size 3 times before it finally cooperated. I told myself that after the 3rd trim and it did not cooperate that I would shave it all off and try again another time.

This time, however, I took better care of it. Every morning in the shower, I'd wash my hair and my moustache with the dandruff shampoo I use for my head. When I get out, I put 0.5ml of Minoxidil that I rub in, and 4 drops of beard oil that I brush in. I brush my moustache out, each side, threeish times and call it good. Then while I'm on my way to work, I'll comb through it a couple times and mindlessly curl/ play with it throughout the day.

Is it right? I don't know, but it appears to have worked for me.

gifting is fun

$1.47

$2.15

$4.49

$1.94

$4.75

$5.00

= $19.80 :)

Well...I don't really know. My hair just does that on its own most of the time. I have to put an effort in to get it to stop doing that.

>Herbal Essences Totally Twisted gel

Use products for curly hair. Herbal Essences, Dove and other mainstream beauty products that market to "curly" hair are actually made for very wavy or loosely coiled hair.

Your hair loss may be from using horrible products on your hair. I know if you're using Herbal Essences, you are probably also sleeping with a cotton pillowcase, so that could be a reason also.

After you wash it, you should put in a leave in conditioner, followed by an oil and then a gel or a cream.

This my favorite detangler/conditoner if you need a product recommendation. To grow you hair back you could try a shampoo and conditioner with argan oil or black castor oil. Mane and Tail also makes a hair growth line.

Alopecia Free With Jass is a youtube channel that also might help you deal with alopecia. You could also try taking biotin.

Have you considered trying a leave-in conditioner?

Currently experimenting with this one by Shea Moisture (assuming you're in the US).

This has been the best thing that I've tried. It still gives me dry flaky scalp like any other shampoo, but it seems to subside the amount of flakes and itchiness. Much better than "head & shoulders" brand which I think is a joke.

> I apparently have mild allergies to yeast, bread and the like (which is interesting since it's theorized that an overzealous skin-yeast might be one cause of SD)

Yeast does not just mean the stuff you use to make bread. The yeasts that can contribute to skin problems are totally different than Saccharomyces cerevisiae, the yeast used for bread and beer brewing. There are hundreds of different types of fungi that can colonize your skin, Saccharomyces isn't one of them. I'm a medical mycologist, sorry, but it's a big pet peeve of mine!

For OP: Nizoral is also a really good one to use for SD. I also have it and have found a few things that really make a difference. First, SD can be caused by over production of oils. We often react to what looks like dry flakey skin by using heavy moisturizers and things like that when we need to dial back a bit. My dermatologist recommended Free and Clear products for me. They make a facial cleanser and moisturizer. Also, drink a lot of water and wash your face twice a day. I find that if I skip a washing, it makes it worse. Hope this helps!

I had the exact same problem at the 2 week mark. I asked my derm if they could recommend anything and they prescribed me ketoconazole shampoo (2%). Worked like a charm.

If your derm for some reason won't/can't, you can buy Nizoral shampoo, which is also ketoconazole (1% though)

https://www.amazon.com/Nizoral-Anti-Dandruff-Shampoo-4-oz/dp/B0000Y3CRY?th=1

I recommend trying a ketoconazole shampoo (if you haven't already) and going sulfate-free. For example, a solid routine for active dandruff is Nizoral (1% ketoconazole) a couple times a week and a sulfate-free shampoo like Free & Clear on the days you aren't using Nizoral. Once the active flare up is under control, you can cut back to one application of Nizoral per week for maintenance and then ultimately replace it with Free & Clear Medicated (2% zinc pyrithione - essentially sulfate-free Head & Shoulders).

I used this approach with my last flare up almost 2 years ago, and I haven't had a problem since. I probably only use Free & Clear Medicated every other week or so at this point. Previously, I had been to a derm who prescribed me a 4% ketoconazole shampoo, but I didn't get sustainable results until I switched my "normal" shampoo to a super gentle, sulfate-free option.

I go through period of times where my scalp gets really itchy and flaky. My doctor told me about Nizoral Shampoo years ago and it’s the only thing I use when my scalp starts to act up. Life saver!

Nizoral A-D Anti-Dandruff Shampoo 4 fl. oz https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0000Y3CRY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_VaK0DbJMDFJ6M

The first thing to know is that there isn't really anything over the counter that is going to combat thinning hair. So don't fall for any "hacks" or "home remedies" to thicken hair. If you're concerned about your hair thinning/possibly balding, I recommend seeing a trichologist (head and scalp doctor). They can figure out why your hair is thinning.

One of the most important things you can do is not wash your hair so often. Shampooing too often strips your hair of natural oils, making it weaker. While washing often doesn't make your hair thin faster, it's a good practice for anyone (thin hair or not)

My first recommendation is to stop washing your hair with any type of shampoo and see how long it takes before it gets really oily. You'll know when your hair starts to feel greasy, kinda heavy, your head gets a little warm.

Then make a note of how long that is (say it's 4 days), and start washing your hair every 4 days with a light shampoo that doesn't have harsh chemicals, like this one. Most people use way too much shampoo. You want to squeeze about an amount of a quarter.

Then use lighter hair products. Since your hair is thin, it doesn't have the structure to support heavy products. My favorite products are Sumo tech and Gatsby Moving Rubber. Always use a little (dime size) amount and work it into your hair. If you need more, do it 1 or 2 more times. This is to evenly distribute the product vs going in for a big clump on the first shot.

You might want to give this a try. It's a really firm, gritty hold but it's completely matte. You only need to use like half a dime's worth for a solid hold. One jar lasts me a year or so.

Yeah I blow dry my hair and then rub a dime sized amount of this into my hair and gel the front up and that's about it. Takes a couple minutes, but pretty easy.

For cut: make sure your hair is longer than that picture then take that picture into your favorite hair stylist and tell them you want that look. A good hairstylist will take that picture as a template and make the look work for your particular hair and head shape.

For styling: you'll want a matte paste/putty. A really popular one is American Crew Fiber, which I've been using for a little while now and has pretty decent hold with low shine. Another popular one is Sumo Tech. I haven't tried that one yet, though I've heard good things and I think it might be a tad shinier if that matters.

As for how to get that look, it's actually remarkably easier than you'd think. Once you have your hair cut the right way it's just a matter of getting out of the shower, drying your hair off, and applying a good amount of your desired product to the hair with your hands. After a little experimenting and practice you'll get good at estimating the right amount you need and figuring out the best technique to get the look you're going for. When starting out, the best thing to do would be to ask your hair stylist to give you as close to that look you pictured as possible for your hair/head shape (remember, it's never going to be exactly like the model in the picture), then ask her/him for tips on how to work the product correctly.

My day starts the night before and doesn't go very well if I'm not prepared for it:

• Prepare lunch for the next day. Currently alternating between mango+blueberry+strawberry salad (50% mixed greens, 50% spinach) with mango dressing (on the side, don't want a soggy salad), and a rice bowl of brown rice, grilled chicken, snow peas, bean sprouts, spinach, and topped with a homemade sugar-free teriyaki sauce. Rice, chicken, and sauce are all prepared the Sunday before.
  
• Visit sleepyti.me or use the app (Android, don't know about iDevices) to figure out when I should be going to bed or waking up.
  
• Take vitamins: Fish oil (extremely important for healthy skin/hair), men's multivitamin, calcium+D3 - Whether or not I take half or whole of these depends on other supplements I take throughout the day and/or my diet. I get these from Costco.
  
• Use 2-step facial peel every-other night, wash face with glycolic face cleanser on the other nights.
  
• Moisturize on nights that I use cleanser only, as the 2-step peel moisturizes enough on its own. I will stress that cleanser is very much dependent on skin-type and what works well for you. Go to Sephora and talk to someone there about what to use, they'll happily give you a few samples, try each for a couple days and then go back and buy the one that works best for you. You shouldn't start to get oily until the end of your day with a good moisturizer that's working for you.
  
• Brush lightly without toothpaste or with a fluoride mouthwash - Limit brushing, more than once a day can actually do more damage than good. (Friend is a dentist)
  
• Floss
  
  Then when morning comes..
  
• Hit 10 minute snooze 2-3 times
  
• Maneuver out of the bed, trying not to disturb the cat, occasionally the missus if she has a late start, and the dog that doesn't fit but thinks he should anyway.
  
• I've had laser hair removal on my neck, so I don't worry about shaving there. I've been rocking the two-day stubble look on the rest of my face, so every-other day I trim with a bare blade on the trimmer.
  
• I only shower every day when I'm working out like I should be. Other than that, every-other day. Better for your hair and skin, natural oils and such. Make sure the shower is just warm enough that you're not shivering. This will wake your ass right up and remind you that the rest of the day probably won't go how you'd like it to (margaritas on the beach). I switch products often, but right now I'm using Bumble&Bumble Creme de Coco shampoo and conditioner for the hair, Boscia Detoxifying Black Cleanser for the face (it's warming and feels nice in a cold shower), and Olay Ultra Moisture w/Shea Butter for body scrub- it has almost no scent and keeps your skin moist enough to not use lotion on your entire body.
  
• Towel dry hair, not all the way, but close.
  
• Add the following products in the following order to hair: one and one-half pumps of Paul Mitchell Super Skinny Serum (only if you have thick or frizzy hair, DO NOT use this if you have fine hair), generous misting (do not drench) of Bumble&Bumble Styling Lotion, and for hold 1-2 fingertip-sized gobs of Bumble&Bumble Sumotech - I let all of this sit for a couple minutes while I proceed with next steps
  
• Anti-ingrown hair with Anthony Logistics for Men Ingrown Hair Treatment - Let this dry/set before moisturizing with Boscia Black Hydration Gel
  
• Deodorant- Which one I use depends on whether or not I'm going to use cologne: With cologne I use either unscented or matching (currently Gucci Guilty), without cologne I really like Jack Black Pit Boss Antiperspirant & Deodorant - it's not a heavy scent, and it lasts all day for anti-stink and anti-wet shirt (wet spots on the underarms of your shirt does not a gentleman make).
  
• Blow-dry and shape hair, self-explanatory.
  
• Brush teeth
  
• Get dressed
  
• Breakfast of chilled steel-cut oats mixed with vanilla fat-free Greek yogurt (this is made in large quantities on Sundays, would be happy to further share recipe), with mixed berries (blue, straw, black), mango, ground flax (body can't digest/process whole flax seeds, you'll just shit them out without getting any value), and almonds. French press coffee if I have time to grind, drip if not, preground from local coffee shop.
  
• Feed and water the animals, take the dog out for a quick walk.
  
  Weekly tasks:
  
• Pluck stray eyebrow hairs. If you have caterpillars above your eyeballs, nobody will take you seriously (see monthly tasks).
  
• If you have body hair that you do not like, trim it. If you wear V neck shirts or if you are West coast and don't wear a tie, you shouldn't be doing the last button of your shirt up. So trim at least the top of your chest.
  
• Clip your nails. I need to do this every 7-10 days.
  
  Monthly Tasks:
  
• Get your eyebrows shaped. The barber/salon you go to should offer this service for $10-15 + tip.
  
• I get my hair cut every 6 weeks, but if you go to a good barber/salon, you should be able to go in every 2 weeks or so and get the back of your neck and around your ears trimmed for free. This will be a 5 minute process and keeps you looking sharp.

Depends what you're doing with it and what type of hair you have, but for me, I've found that a rough paste or wax is what works best and has been recommended by stylists. I'm partial to Bumble and Bumble Sumotech (which is expensive) and Joe Grooming texture paste (which is slightly less expensive, but not as easy to find).

I have cowlicks on the back of my head that I can't seem to tame. As you can see in the first photo, the hair on the back of my head is frizzy and sticks up in every direction (the second photo is for reference of what the front of my head usually looks like). I have very thick, very straight hair.

I currently use Bumble and Bumble Sumo Tech (http://www.amazon.com/Bumble-Sumo-Tech-1-5-Ounce-Jar/dp/B000BIUGTQ), but this clearly does not do the job. I apply it after blow drying, after conditioning my hair.

Any advice on how to keep the back of my head down? Or any advice to knew styles that would fit my face. I feel like the the back of my head completely undermines what I'm trying to accomplish.

Cats in boxes are cute. So is this, teehee. IF I FITS I SITS ! :)

this or this!

I have to agree with the others and add one point...

1. Co-washing probably isn't the best choice for you. Your hair looks to be on the finer side, which means if you pick up one individual strand of hair between your thumb and finger and close your eyes you almost can't feel it. Finer hair can sometimes be weighed down too much by cowashing and look limp, or, according to the WEN lawsuit, the conditioner can weigh down hair and clog follicles causing hair loss/no new growth. I have finer hair as well and tried cowashing with New Wash, which was nice, but ultimately my hair felt to0 dragged down no matter how much I seemed to rinse it out.
   
   If you want to read/hear a scientific take on your shampoo and conditioner choices and their effectiveness I would read the summary/listen to this Beauty Brains podcast.
   
   
2. You might be too rough on your hair in it's wet state. As mentioned, hair is more susceptible to damage when wet so should be handled with care when detangling. I LOVE The Wet Brush for gently detangling and brushing through wet hair, you should definitely get one! It's made a huge difference for me when I have clients with wet, tangly hair. I see so much less hair in the brush afterwards when I go through their hair with a Wet Brush versus when I used a wide tooth comb on them in the past.
   
   ONE ADDITIONAL TIP: I'm a girl with finer textured hair, and medium to low density. My hair has always been that way. But something that has helped my hair is taking the supplement [Viviscal] (http://www.amazon.com/dp/B002JPJ2ZS/ref=sr_ph_1_s_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1463724141&sr=sr-1&keywords=viviscal). You take it twice a day, once in the morning and once at night. It took two months for me to start really noticing a difference (and this is with me taking it twice a day almost everyday, I rarely miss any "doses"), but it has definitely improved the quality of my hair. My hair looks and feels stronger and healthier, seems thicker to me and it is actually growing faster as well. I've had multiple people mention how fast my hair is growing without me even telling them I have been taking a hair supplement.
   
   I know it's hard to stay faithful to taking it twice a day because it does take a while to start to see results but you have to think of it like exercise. You don't go to the gym once and suddenly have Jackie Chan "Rumble in the Bronx" bod. It's something you have to work toward and then maintain. I've been taking Viviscal for seven months and I'm really pleased, but I know if I stop taking it regularly the results will go away. So I guess I'm a Viviscal addict for life now ha.
   
   

Thank you! I actually do not I just use a regular brush that looks like this blow dry in small sections and brush the hair upwards as I'm doing it.

I swear by my Denman Brush. But, I've found it works best if my hair is wet and I'm brushing product through it.

I haven't personally tried Murray's, but everything I've heard about it seems like it isn't a joy to use. There are oil based pomades out there that are much easier to apply. I could be wrong, but it seems like you'd need to break down the pomade more into your hands before you apply it on your hair. Making sure you have a little moisture (possibly towel dried) may also contribute to a more pleasant application experience. Lastly, make sure to evenly comb the pomade into your hair. I noticed a lot of people on YouTube like to use a Denman Brush to evenly distribute the pomade before they actually style.

Wide toothed comb or denman brush

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Since she's being born in winter, this will keep her noggin warm.

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Girl names:

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Congrats on little Sprinkle Donut! And thanks for the contest

Gifting is fun and this contest is awesome. I've got some variety on my Christmas wish-list.

Okay, first, we're going to the electronics. My tablet, named Tabby, is naked. She needs to be a bit more modest with this sassy, but classy, red cover.

Alright now we're getting a little thirsty and it's time to take a quick water break. What's that? You've got a glass but you need a STRAW?? I got choo covered, my friend.

Alright alright back to the list. It's tiiiiiiiiime for some detective work, Watson! Let's look for something for my/our messy hair. 'Cause we look a right, but oh-so-wrong, wreck.

AND boom! The total comes to 19.99 and we've got a penny left over for good luck!

Sure, use those examples. Or like countless other things that aren't heavy:

https://www.amazon.com/adidas-Interval-Reversible-Headband-Solar/dp/B00M9Y767K/ref=sr_1_1?s=apparel&ie=UTF8&qid=1499274576&sr=1-1&nodeID=7141123011&psd=1&keywords=sweatband

https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_2?url=search-alias%3Dfashion&field-keywords=bandana&rh=n%3A7141123011%2Ck%3Abandana&ajr=2

https://www.amazon.com/Scunci-Damage-Assorted-Elastics-Count/dp/B001T8QJM0/ref=sr_1_5_s_it?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1499274404&sr=1-5&keywords=hair+band

https://www.amazon.com/Superior-No-Rip-No-Slip-Nudists-Collection/dp/B06WRST16W/ref=sr_1_2_s_it?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1499274418&sr=1-2&keywords=guys+hair+band

https://www.amazon.com/Diane-Bobby-Pins-Black-300-pack/dp/B001A3ATP2/ref=sr_1_5_s_it?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1499274467&sr=1-5&keywords=bobby+pin

https://www.amazon.com/KB-LOW-Classic-Adjustable-Profile-Unstructured/dp/B00IELAW28/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1499274487&sr=8-1&keywords=hat

https://www.amazon.com/Camo-Coll-Outdoor-Boonie-Summer/dp/B00UOYI20W/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1499274487&sr=8-2&keywords=hat

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I use the HSI straightener from amazon. I really like it. Some people say its comparable to the Chi and it's cheaper!

I use this flat iron from HSI. I have very thick, long length naturally curly hair and this one gets it nice and flat. I bought this on Amazon almost 5 years ago and it has never failed me. Only $40 with prime shipping too.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001MA0QY2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_Lk1KybE8WRMJ0

Why don't you try this one? Now, keep in mind that that this is not a Paul Mitchell or Chi so it's not going to be perfect, but I owned one before I bought my Paul Mitchell and it did a pretty great job for the price. My hair is very coarse, frizzy, and poofy. It would hold it's straightness throughout the day with a little hairspray and some heat protectant spray.

I use this one https://www.amazon.com/HSI-Professional-Tourmaline-Straightener-Straightens/dp/B001MA0QY2 it's pretty cheap and pretty amazing. I have 3b super curly hair and I usually only have to brush my hair dry and run it through once to get it as straight as it will go. And as everyone said heat protectant! But I have never seen people mention the heat setting, I use the HSI one at 350° or lower and it only takes one glide through and I have had no damage at all to my curls.

So you could do either blow dry straightening, which is my favorite since it looks more natural and gives the hair more movement and body, or regular flat ironing. Blow drying it straight takes a bit of practice to get the technique down right, but it's a nice thing to learn if you have the time and patience. Everyone is different, but I think it usually looks much nicer blown out than flat ironed.

I've never heard of that brand before, and I think for $40 you can get the HSI which I've heard really good things about. A quick look on Amazon's page for the one you linked shows really varied reviews for it. Personally, I'd be wary of it, but I'm the kind of person that likes to go with stuff that's got a good following/significant feedback.

Never flat iron wet or damp hair! You'll burn it. Wait until it's completely dry before ironing. You need to always use a heat protectant of some kind. The have spray kinds that are much lighter weight than creams or lotions, and my favorites are Nexxus' and Suave's spray protectors. They smell nice and don't leave any residue on my hair. Your hair looks like it's at that weird in-between length where it's going to flip out because of it laying against your shoulders. You might want to get some kind of setting spray to try and keep it from flipping out again after you style it. You mention frizz as well, so I'd pick up a leave in conditioner to help smooth that down and keep it at bay. I love Suave's Keratin Infusion leave in. It's super cheap, smells great, and works way better than it has any right too. I haven't had a single flyaway since I started using it.

Since your hair is on the thinner side, you should be using one of the lowest settings. Even my curly, thickish hair only takes about 250-290 degrees to flat iron it pin straight. At the very least, never go over 320, which is usually about the middle setting. After that point it's pretty much overkill on anyone without really coarse hair.

And lastly, any type of heat is going to damage it. The protectant, lower heat setting, and generally just taking care and not straightening it every day is going to prevent it from getting too bad. Regular trims will help keep it looking nice, and you should be deep conditioning and using moisturizing shampoos to stave off dryness from the heat tools.

Seriously, go 10 dollars over budget and get an HSI Flat Iron. I bought one recently, and my God it is amazing. By far the best flat iron I've ever used, and it's so freaking cheap.

Read some reviews if you don't believe me. But this will be your best hair decision yet. Promise.

What will you do without a backpack??

For me, it's a tie between the filtered water pitcher (because our water is really crappy) or the hair straightener (because the cracks in my old one are snagging/breaking my hairs).

[Shea Moisture Curl Enhancing Smoothie] (https://www.amazon.com/Shea-Moisture-Hibiscus-Enhancing-Smoothie-12/dp/B0038TVH3Y/ref=sr_1_3?crid=DWN6EJFNL489&keywords=curl+enhancing+smoothie&qid=1555576798&s=gateway&sprefix=curl+enhan%2Caps%2C234&sr=8-3)

This is about a 3b. I have 3b hair and while his cut is a lot different than mine the curl is pretty similar.

You need a good daily hair care routine that is going to require some trial and error on your end.

Here's a basic step by step routine:

Detangling - Get in the habit of detangling your hair while its wet. Get yourself a widetooth comb intended for detangling (like this one) and while your hair is wet use it and your fingers to pull out any of your tangles, pay close attention to the back of your head where it would normally rest against any sort of headrest (chair, car, whatever). Don't worry about getting them all, this is something you'll be doing throughout the routine, we're just getting started.

Now that we've loosened up our hair it's time to cleanse it.

Cleanser - It's best to think of this step like face wash, but for your hair, in this step you're getting rid of any oils or products still left in your hair and cleaning it.

There are three main types:

1. Shampoo - We don't want normal shampoo, however, it isn't good for our hair. You want a non-sulfate shampoo, which won't dry out or damage your hair.
   
   
2. Hair Cleanser - Often comes in a creme form, this is one of the more popular shampoo alternatives.
   
   
3. Cowash - This is a conditioner that also cleanses. Sort of like those all in one bottles of body wash/shampoo/conditioners except its just conditioner intended to clean your hair without damaging it like a sulfate shampoo. I currently use a cowash, this one in particular.
   
   With your hair still wet use your cleanser of choice and wash your hair, but before you start washing it out, it's time to break out your detangler comb and work out the tougher tangles now that your hair is lubed up and they'll give easier.
   
   Wash the product out and if you weren't using a cowash, go ahead and use your favorite conditioner (this is going to be a big experiment on your part, personally I cut this out by going the cowash route).
   
   To Dry or Not to Dry?
   
   So the next stype is styling your curls with any number of products, but before we get to that step, there's another thing you're going to want to experiment with, which is, whether or not you want to dry your hair before applying it. Personally, I prefer a good middle ground on this as it gives me the best results, so I'll towel dry my hair a little bit so that it's no longer "wet" but sort of "damp". Experiment with this until you find the best results for you.
   
   Curl Definintion, Anti-Frizz, and Styling
   
   Now that your hair is clean and conditioned and ready to apply hair product let's talk about some hair products. I recommend picking up at least 1 of each of the big options I'll list below because they each do things a little differently and often times you can find yourself mixing and matching and experimenting to find the best results.
   
   The big ones to consider:
   
   
4. Leave-In Conditioner/Hair Milk - These are light hair products that are meant to hydrate/moisturize your hair. They are great to get your hair ready to style and are often used as a refresher to re-define loose curls and combat frizz. In some cases this is all you need to get a nice leave and go hair style. I have been using this leave-in for a few months now and I love it!
   
5. Curl Creme/Smoothie - This product is all about softening, moisturizing, refreshing, conditioning, styling, and combatting frizz, a lot like a Leave-In, and because they are so much like a leave-in you can use them as such, some cremes/smoothies are marketed that way. It's a moistorizing styler that leaves your hair soft to the touch unlike other options. I use this curl smoothie, I have been using this one for 2 months now, but I experimented with a lot before settling on this one.
   
6. Curl Definer/Pomade - In contrast to the Creme/Smoothie option we have the definer/pomade/gel option. These are good for hold, shine, and controlling frizz. They have a sleek/wet/polished look to them as they lock in moisture and often have wax in them. This combination makes them great for maintaining that defined curl look throughout the day, where others you'll have to re-apply or refresh at some point in a longer day. These products will leave your hair crunchy or oily or both, especially if you over-use the product, and if you have naturally oily hair I'd avoid using this product entirely. I have two products for this job. First is Curls' Gel-Les'C, which is pretty light (thanks to using a little gel in its mixture) and doesn't give me too much crunch, which I like. The second is
   Carol's Daughter Mimosa Hair Honey, which I'm really liking.
   
   Once you figure out which products youre going to use, follow their directions and style your hair the way you like.
   
   But just to quickly review my process is as follows:
   
   
7. Wake up, shower, de-tangle.
   
8. Cowash + detangle some more.
   
9. Partially dry the hair, and put in leave-in conditioner.
   
10. I let it sit for a few minutes while I get dressed/make breakfast/whatever.
    
11. Apply either Curl Creme/Smoothie or Pomade and style. My day-to-day is the curl creme and I usually shake and go/finger comb and use a pick to make sure there's an equal amount of "puff" all around.
    
    Hope this helps!

Listen to this dude. He knows his shit. Helped me fix my super dry curly hair too.

Basically curly hair needs to be hydrated way more than straight hair. I now never shampoo, basically only wash with a co-washing conditioner, use argan oil 1x a week or so when it feels dry (like 2-3 drops in damp hair, post shower) and use Shea Moisture Curl Enhancing Smoothie in damp hair to keep the frizz down. Someone suggested it and I found it in CVS. Works wonders.

https://www.amazon.com/SheaMoisture-Coconut-Hibiscus-Enhancing-Smoothie/dp/B0038TVH3Y

Also, I use the plopping/tshirt method from r/curlyhair instead of using a towel to dry my hair. Makes a huge difference.

Routine:

Co-wash with Tresemme Botanique Nourish + Replenish with Coconut Milk and Aloe Vera . I apply enough to be able to get a medium comb through it while showering and remove the stragglers (my hair is super thick, so my wall is usually plastered with fallen hair after I finish). I let the conditioner sit while I finish bathing and rinse completely with cold water.

After showering, I wrap it all in a towel turban and dry for 15-30 minutes. When my hair is fairly damp, but not dry, I apply a generous amount of SheaMoisture Coconut and Hibiscus Curl Enhancing Smoothie and work gently through from tips to root.

Immediately after, I apply DevaCurl Ultra Defining Gel (or Garnier Fructis Style Pure Clean Styling Gel) and let my hair air dry.

Once it’s all finally dried completely, I gently scrunch out the gel and style my hair as necessary.

yeah in short sulfate free shampoo makes it less frizzy and allows the scalp to do its thing naturally (secrete the oils you need at a better rate rather than too much bc of the oil loss). if youre interested in finding out, sulfates are used to make the hair clean but usually dry out the hair follicle. the drying effect makes it so the scalp goes what the fuck and makes too much oil in response. after a week or so of sulfate free shampooing your scalp will be like aight bet and then you can wash your hair less frequently as you will be utilizing the natural oils on your scalp!

Edit: https://www.amazon.com/Shea-Moisture-Raw-Retention-Shampoo-13/dp/B0038TVHGG?th=1 this is the product i use to shampoo. you can find it at walmart for a relatively cheap price and coupled with suave essentials conditioner, goes for a great natural yet cheap routine!

/r/NoPoo !!!

I use Shea Moisture raw shea butter moisture retention shampoo once a week after steaming my hair in coconut oil for moisture. My hair used to be sooo dry and now it has texture, body and super waves that will curl nicely if I let it. You are looking at day 4 nopoo hair in the pics..

disclaimer: this just happens to be my personal hair profile. Do not go no poo expecting the same results. Also, the transition period sucks and lasts about 6 weeks. I think my best outcome was learning about sulfates and silicones and removing both from my hair care routine. I also stopped flat ironing and blowdrying, but I seriously have too much time on my hands and not everybody can spend an hour each morning with wet hair and hoping it'll dry into a manageable shape.

6 months, washed, oiled, waxed, brushed. Mustache styled with 81 T comb, fingers, and Fisticuffs.

Edit: for the lazyyyyy

Shea Moisture Raw Shea Butter Restorative Conditioner

Kent The Handmade Comb

Shea Moisture Raw Shea Retention Shampoo

[Honest Amish Original Beard Wax] (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B009NNA3IY/ref=cm_sw_r_udp_awd_P7y2tb1YE73EZHNQ)

Honest Amish Beard Balm

Fisticuffs Mustache Wax

It sounds like we have similar hair. When I first went WO my hair got super-greasy very quickly. I tried to live with it but couldn't stand it so I did end up washing it with a sulphate-free shampoo.
This got rid of the oil so I went back to WO for a about a week..washed again with the shampoo as it got too oily. Since then it's significantly better and I don't need the shampoo at all.
I still use a boar-bristle brush each night to brush the hell out of my hair and scalp. That seems to distribute the oils along the hair and keep my scalp from getting itchy.

Shea Moisture Raw Shea Retention Shampoo is amazing. My hair almost feels conditioned after using it, yet very clean.

Thank you! I curled it with a small curling wand and I used Pulp Riot color to color it.


[Here's the exact curling wand I used](Remington Pro ½-1” Curling Wand with Pearl Ceramic Technology, CI95AC4 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003V265QW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_kIN2BbGW9WVC2)

It's a Remington I bought on amazon.
Here it is!
Link to curler

OK. I think our hair types are similar. I now have long hair, but I've been growing it out from a pixie cut for a little under two years, so I've recently experienced the frustration of not knowing how to style mid-length hair. After a lot of research, here's what I've found works well for me at most lengths:

• Clarifying shampoo. My hair gets stringy throughout the day, and if you start out with buildup from products and pollution, that's only going to exacerbate the problem. Using a clarifying shampoo basically gives you a clean slate every day. I use this Neutrogena stuff, but any old brand will do.
  
• Paul Mitchell 'The Conditioner' Leave-In Treatment. This is the only conditioner I use, and I use it no more than twice a week. It's a high-protein leave-in treatment and it makes my hair feel strong and smooth, but my stylist warned that using it too often can dry out your strands.
  
• Joico JoiLotion (formerly Joico I.C.E.) Sculpting Lotion. If I'm planning to style my hair, I'll use a little of this with The Conditioner. It gives a really nice shiny depth to my strands and it adds a little extra support to styles.
  
  When I use all this stuff in a blow-dry routine (I use a newer Conair hairdryer with a cool shot button and a 2" stiff-bristle round brush), my hair looks awesome all day, and taking those steps also prep your hair for more complex 'dos. (Really, though, you're passing a lot of dirt and grease into your locks with your hands, so you should try to break the habit of playing with your hair all the time.)
  
  As far as styles go, I found the tutorials at Hair Romance inspiring. Her e-book, "30 Hairstyles in 30 Days", is $10 and has great step-by-steps and instructions for many useful techniques that I've used to create original styles. FYI, her hair is on the thicker side and has a lot of texture, so you might want to do as I did and acquire and learn to use the following:
  
  
• Teasing comb and styling brushes. As long as your hair is healthy, this is the best way to add lasting volume to your hair at the root and create the illusion of having more and longer hair in ponytails and updos. If you can master teasing, you can get away with many styles that otherwise would only work with longer hair. (It's also a must for over-the-top 'dos for Hallowe'en!)
  
• Texturizing products like OSiS Dust It! Mattifying Powder and ABL Pre Game sea salt spray. They'll help your hair grab onto itself and add extra hold without weighing down fine hair.
  
• Small barrel clipless curling wand. I just picked up this Remington on the cheap at Target; I don't expect it to last forever, but it gets up to high heat (400+) and the texture lasts about three days without washing (respectively, curly; very wavy; somewhat wavy).
  
  There are lots of great hair tutorials around the internet, too. Google around, or search "DIY hair" and "hair tutorial" on Pinterest. Go nuts!
  
  Whew! I know there's a lot here, so let me know if you have questions. Good luck!

I've gifted more than 60 people. Some of my gifted posts have multiple giftees (due to add-ons or I didn't want to clog the newsfeed) :)

Now you know, and knowing is half the battle.

How cute!

My item please!

Amazon is notorious for not checking their returns. You see horror stories of people ordering parts and getting rocks in the mail all over reddit alone.

But what I learned as a seller is that reviews mean basically nothing.

https://www.amazon.com/Bass-Brushes-Conditions-Polishes-153/dp/B0046HJM1Q

This is a product that is currently in the process of being "hijacked." You'll notice the picture doesn't match the title. This is an old, inactive listing with an excellent review rating. A 3P seller has listed the exact same product and merged it. Then, they will change little details, one by one, and it will be an entirely new product with stellar ratings already in place.

This happens all the time. There are weekly reports on the sellers forum. It violates Amazon policy, but people get away with it if nobody is looking for it. That's just one example. It also pays to see where your item is shipping from. Since Amazon opened the marketplace up to China, things have really gotten out of hand with counterfeits, and those were a problem to begin with on Amazon. I'm just really anal about where I buy my hardware from.

Barrister & Mann's beard oil is on sale today.

Also maybe a boar brush and some Honest Amish balm?

That's all I ever used when I was working on my yeard (though the B&M wasn't out at the time so I used something else.)

I ordered [this] (http://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B0046HJM1Q/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1) one back in July and would do so again in a heartbeat.

I think updos are the way to go for hair out of your face. This is my favorite, but I like anything with french braids. I love spin pins, they work so much better than bobby pins, especially on slippery hair.

I also just got a bottle of salt spray that works wonders for getting my hair to stay in updos it would normally slide right out of. For example, this hairstyle never worked for me until I tried the salt spray, then it stays all day.

I have super straight hair as well (though mine is very thick), and it used to be that I couldn't keep my hair curled even if it started smoking on the heating rod...

What I find to be really helpful is to spray my hair with some kind of texturizing spray Not Your Mother's Beach Babe is my product of choice, easy to find in most US pharmacies, and inexpensive.

After spraying my hair, I'll wrap it up in a bun or braid it. If I sleep with it in a braid, it can stay luscious and wavy for the entire next day!

Happy cake day!

I can't decide between one of my favorite books (I lost my original during a move) or some new hair product, but my favorite dessert of all time is probably red velvet cake. Either that or spritz cookies, but those take too damn long to make :P

cheesecake all day everyday

This gal's youtube tutorial channel was recced to me after some more moaning about my hair woes downthread: Miss Charmsie. Her hair is about 1.5 tiers curlier than mine, based upon the totally arbitrary scale I have just invented (I know real scales exist), and I definitely can't pull off bangs, but maybe it'll be useful to you! The two product recommendation videos are worth a watch.

I can tell you a few basics after finally learning how to handle my hair a bit. First - if you are gonna put in any product, do it when your hair is still wet from the shower, and probably use about half of what you usually do. A leave in conditioner is an absolute must, even if you don't use any other products. I don't use a towel or a t-shirt in my hair, I just wring it out like an old dishrag and leave it to air dry. Since it's thin that doesn't take too long. DON'T TOUCH THAT SHIT!!! It gets said over and over, and I never bought it till I was like 30. Seriously, tape your hands to thighs if you can't resist the urge. This is the most critical phase in curls. My hair always looks it best when I leave myself no time to mess with it before I have to literally run out the door!

If I have the time I will do a very careful half-way dried spritz with a sea salt spray, especially around the roots for the volume/definition. But don't go crazy! I will usually flip my hair over and bend like I'm tying my shoes to do this so the product doesn't just end up on the crown and weight my biz down. When it's finally dry I will do a very, very gentle break-up of my curls with my fingers (might get an afro pick after watching Miss Charmsie's videos) and give it a little toss around like I'm in a mosh pit to break it all up and make it look natural.

Give this product a try - it really works well for me. I have really long hair though, so it might not be a good choice depending on your hair length. I gather that texturing sprays are kinda controversial for curly hair, which is also dry hair, but it's worked well for me.

Change your shampoo. I recommend OLX Moroccan Argan Oil. These bottles will last you a long, long, long time because they're concentrated.

https://www.amazon.com/OGX-Organix-Morocco-Shampoo-Conditioner/dp/B00OU0IHQU/ref=sr_1_6_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1518576240&sr=8-6&keywords=ogx+moroccan+argan+oil+shampoo&dpID=516pMIGuCIL&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch

You don't have to wash your hair every time you shower; you can just shampoo a couple times (or less) a week and either just rinse it between times or use a "co-wash" like this stuff:

https://www.amazon.com/Pantene-Pro-V-Truly-Natural-Co-Wash/dp/B00IOYI1LO/ref=sr_1_1_s_it?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1518576347&sr=1-1&keywords=pantene+cowash&dpID=41R9M-11-FL&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch

Stop rubbing your hair with that towel! Just squeeze your hair with it. Yeah, it's still going to be pretty damp. Now rub a couple drops of this on your palms:

https://www.amazon.com/OGX-Renewing-Penetrating-Sustainable-Ingredients/dp/B005DYJZ7M/ref=sr_1_4_s_it?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1518576435&sr=1-4&keywords=argan+oil+of+morocco&dpID=412vEqXkxwL&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch

and wipe your palms on your head and then comb your fingers through your hair.

Done! Oh, you want styling products?

https://www.amazon.com/Pantene-Natural-Defining-Styling-Packaging/dp/B012DD93QI/ref=sr_1_1?srs=7301146011&ie=UTF8&qid=1518576516&sr=8-1&keywords=pantene+custard

Scoop up about a teaspoon of this, rub it between your hands, bend over, and then squeeze this into your hair, moving your hands around to make sure you get all your hair. Yeah, sounds weird, but it really works better than rubbing it in. Now finger-comb, and let dry.

It doesnt affect the pillow at all actually. This is the one I use, it's awesome.

https://www.amazon.com/OGX-Renewing-Penetrating-Sustainable-Ingredients/dp/B005DYJZ7M

I just put it in my hair while wet before bed (just pour on your hands and rub your hands through your wet hair, I also comb/brush my hair back after), and when I wake up my hair is proper thick. Then in the morning i wash it normally and blow dry and its epic.

I actually bought it to try make my hair shiny and improve the look of it but it added so much volume as well.

You cam also achieve decent results just with a good conditioner, just keep it in your hair for long, stay in the shower longer than normal. Then blow dry afterwards. But the oil for sure adds a next level to it.

1.) Blue: a classic, blue jeans. Need I say more?

2.) Summer: what says summer more than memories of being a kid and making sandcastles? Exactly .

3.) Food related: okay, so this is personal. I am Italian and no one I have ever met has this in their homes. We make our pizzas in normal ovens or just go down the street to one of the many takeaway restaurants. What is a pizza oven and why does anyone need one!

4.) Someone else: I decided to go random wishlist on this and what better way to learn something new about someone that go through their lists?! So I got /u/krispykremedonuts and her wishlists are full of amazing things. And a lot of socks. Someone get this girl some socks! I would get her socks. 😂

5.) Book: you need to read Sum: 40 tales from the afterlives. I recommend this to anyone who would listen. It's 'speculative fiction,' whatever that means, but essentially it's 40 short stories about what may happen after we die. It may sound weird, but seriously, trust me. Read the wiki page of it if you need to be convinced or the Amazon product description. It really makes you think and sticks with you!

6.) Under $1: This was hard! But I found the cutest mini-pens. One dollar, free shipping, AND adorable. BAM!

7.) Dogs: I've been considering getting this fancy brush. It's supposed to be super good for dogs with long hair!

8.) Not useful but awesome: Okay, so I have been obsessed with the idea of being able to print photos from my phone since forever. Useful? Most definitely not, awesome...HECK YES! Check this out!!!


9.) Movie: Life is Beautiful. It's about selfless love. It's beautiful and I can't speak more about it without bursting into tears. If you've seen it, you know what I'm talking about. If you haven't seen it, WATCH IT. It's incredibly beautiful and moving.

10.) Zombies: You definitely need a machete to defend yourself. This is even sharp on both sides!!!

11.) Needs and current goals: At this moment in my life, any sort of clothing would change my life because there is only so much sewing you can do before your clothes start looking very sad. BUT, since it has to do with current goals, a pair of workout leggings would really help in my workout goals! I've lost 3kg in the past 3 months! It's not a lot, but damn I'm SO happy :D :D :D

12.) Add-On item: Oh, add-ons...groans

13.) Fandom: CAW!

14.) So expensive: $11,703.38 carpet cleaner. I don't even know. But at least it has free shipping!

15.) Sharks: temporary tattoos!

16.) Good smells: I adore the smell of rosemary.

17.) Toy: I absolutely loved my jump rope. I had the red one! I got super good at it and my friends and I would jump rope together around the neighborhood like a bunch of weirdos. Such good memories though :D

18.) Writers: never underestimate the need of coffee in any job you may have.

19.) Current obsession: so it's almost summer and I am obsessing over which ankle bracelet I want. I feel naked without them. It's a problem 😂

20.) Random: this is what I got one of my last contest winners. I saw it on one of their wishlists and couldn't resist!!!

one of the best $8 solutions you can do is add Argan oil/Morroccan oil to your regiment (after washing, apply liberally). Something like this.

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The four things that helped me the most were washing my hair less, hair, anti frizz serum, letting my hair air dry/using less heat, and using a bit of argan oil.


My hair is a similar texture to yours, and I used to wash it every day or at least condition it every day. Now I wash and condition it every other day and. On the days I don't wash it, I put some dry shampoo on my roots and brush in in before going to bed. I also switched to washing my hair at night and letting it air/towel dry, and this is probably what helped the most. On nights when I do wash my hair, I brush in a small amount of argan oil once my hair is mostly dry. I also live in a humid environment so I comb in a bit of anti frizz serum in the mornings.


I also avoid heat in general. I used to straighten and curl by hair using an iron a lot, and even though I used heat protection spray, it damaged my hair. I don't straighten my hair anymore, and I use rollers or braids to curl/wave my hair now.


I basically found that less is more. Less heat, less washing/conditioning, and a small amount of a coupe products.


Argan oil

https://www.amazon.com/OGX-Renewing-Penetrating-Sustainable-Ingredients/dp/B005DYJZ7M/ref=asc_df_B005DYJZ7M/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=309876027486&hvpos=1o11&hvnetw=g&hvrand=6865164445703405936&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9005942&hvtargid=aud-801738734305:pla-372480236535&psc=1&tag=&ref=&adgrpid=61241139506&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvadid=309876027486&hvpos=1o11&hvnetw=g&hvrand=6865164445703405936&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9005942&hvtargid=aud-801738734305:pla-372480236535



Anti frizz serum


https://www.garnierusa.com/about-our-brands/fructis/sleek-and-shine/sleek-and-shine-anti-frizz-serum


Dry Shampoo


https://aussie.com/en-us/clean-texture-dry-shampoo

I'm not sure if you've used As I Am yet, but it's one I prefer to DevaCurl personally.

I use this, As I Am Coconut Co-Wash, this stuff just makes my hair a little bit softer and smells a lot better than using nothing, plus it's all natural and has many different oils in there to make your hair even better looking.

Your hair sounds a bit similar to mine tho a bit finer and more prone to be weighed down with synthetic products; that was very intuitive of you to notice! The major pitfall of common store brands is that theyre filled with sulfates, silcone and parabens. They will cling to your hair shafts and build up over time leaving your hair waxy and heavy.

If youre an ingredient reader look at like the top 5 ingredients; you can usually spot the bad synthetic stuff pretty fast. For sulfates, look for ingredients that end in “-ate”, this typically indicates that its a sulfate. Silicones normally end in “-cone”, “-xane”, and “-col”. And parabens can usually be spotted by ending in “paraben”.

Some general advice would definitely be: 1. Dont crank the shower temp up to max. Hot water only makes skin drier which leads to more compensation in oil production. 2. Dont wash your hair every day. you can shower everyday, by all means I encourage it! But save the shampoo for every other day. Most excessive oil problems are actually because youre stripping your hair dry and your scalp is over compensating.

As far as some product recommendations! I would get a nice Clarifying Shampoo ; These are best used maybe once a week if you have thinner hair, tho I have been known to use mine more frequently if my hair feels truly disgusting which sometimes hair just do that. These are good for stripping away the weeks build up of grime and sweat and dead skin. your hair will feel very squeaky after using this stuff. Always condition and leave it in for at least 5 minutes before rinsing.

A good Dry Shampoo for those days you dont have time to shower is a God Send or simply to spruce up your hair on No-Poo days. Remember to comb your hair after applying it cause this stuff can really cake up on your hair if you start to sweat.

Since my hair is so short its really hard to follow most of the instructions of hair regimens (theres a big to do about focusing on your roots versus hair shaft in most hair regimens) so I tend to use primarily Co-Washes! I dont have tight curls or coils but Ive found they are very effective at cleaning my hair, moisturizing it, but not stripping it so much that I end up back where I started. Theyre basically conditioners with a few of the sudsy bits of shampoos mixed in. Theyre similar to a 2-in-1 but they err on the side of the conditioner rather than the shampoo. They are much better for healthy hair and scalp.

A couple of my favorite cowashes are: NYM (Im very fond of this brand XD); Mop Top (if you dont mind a brand thats not in stores) or As I Am (This is the only CoWash I do not follow up with a light conditioner as coconut oil is very heavy on my hair).

With thinner hair its best to try and avoid products with heavier oils that are slow to absorb like Coconut and Olive oils; I would only suggest these if you are going to do something after your shower that will involve intense heat like curling or straightening irons. Products with lighter oils like Argan and Grapeseed will absorb more quickly and wont leave thin hair feeling greasier but will still moisturize it. Jojoba Oil tends to have properties of both and is a good middle ground.

Even tho I use co-washes, there are still surfactants in them and a light conditioning afterwards works wonders for sealing the deal. My fave conditioners usually have really light oils in them because my hair is prone to getting weighed down: Argan Oil Conditioner (my current go to particularly because it has more of a cedar wood and patchouli scent instead of typically floral scents); Argan Oil and Lavender (this one can leave a rather strong girly floral scent in your hair but its absolutely lovely); Leave In Spray or Leave in Milk (And if your hair is being an absolute pain about being weighed down, never underestimate a nice light leave in spray or milk. A little bit goes a long way for conditioning temperamental hair).

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The best part is that a lot of these tips can also be applied to the skin of your face too. Too oily? Your showers may be too hot or the soap/astringent you are using may be to HARSH and are stripping everything away, good and bad. Try something lighter like a Toner. Moisturizing after washing your face can be important. Some toners also moisturize lightly (like Rose Water Toners) but if youre still feeling a bit dry, light moisturizers made for facial skin can be a nice way to finish up a shower routine!

Also Always remember to wash you pillow cases regularly!

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The most important thing to remember is that changing the chemistry of your hair and skin routine can take a bit of time to settle in so you might not see a change immediately. Id say give it at least 1-2 weeks to really see if things start clearing up and if they dont keep track of the changes and adjust and try different products. its a bit of a pain in the wallet, believe me, I went thru half a dozen or so different products before I narrowed it down to a couple things: coconut oil was too heavy for my hair and jojoba oil was to slow absorbing for my skin but Argan Oil and Rose Water are a true delight; Im allergic to Salicylic Acid and thats a huge ingredient in a lot of products and acne medications; and my skin is Combination so it can vacillate wildly between oily and dry states. I did find a nice set of products tho that get the job done eventually! I hope you can find some faves yourself!

https://www.amazon.com/Months-Kirkland-Minoxidil-percentage-Treatment/dp/B008BMOEGA/ref=sr_1_5_s_it?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1539361189&sr=1-5&keywords=minoxidil+5%25

for beard growth

So would this one be fine to order?

https://www.amazon.ca/Months-Kirkland-Minoxidil-percentage-Treatment/dp/B008BMOEGA/ref=mp_s_a_1_3/136-8234688-6744005?ie=UTF8&qid=1537410933&sr=8-3&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=minoxidil+foam+kirkland&dpPl=1&dpID=61j3Ymz0pmL&ref=plSrch

Interesting...hmmm...when I was little and lived in Mexico I fell off a stage and broke my head open. Oh and I've also stuck my hand inside a calf's mouth while visiting my grandpas farm!

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please pop my cherry!

$1.05

I would really just like some basic pens because my kid steals all of mine and I found them without the spring thing and they are basically useless :|

This headband is the cheapest thing on my wishlist, only $1.38 and has free shipping. I like it because it's very summery. Plus, I have a navy and gold dress that I can wear with it. :)

My favorite pokemon is charmander

Thanks for the contest! :)

This awesome headband and it has free shipping!!

Thanks for the contest!!

I want it! for this and this.

Then you'll be pleased to know how cheap it was!

cheap but classy
item thanks for doing this!

Don't shampoo everyday. I also have thick, wavy hair and I only shampoo once a week. The other days, I either wash my hair with water only, or just conditioner. And don't dry your hair by rubbing a towel on it--instead, pat your hair with a towel, and then let it air dry.

Always style with your fingers or a wide-tooth comb (preferably your fingers). Wavy/curly hair gets frizzy from normal combs and brushes.

Try a leave-in conditioner. I like this one by Shea Moisture. I put it in at night, then shower in the morning and wash my hair with just water.

I also recommend Bumble and Bumble's products, specifically their Tonic spray and Grooming Creme. You could also try their Surf spray and Grooming Creme. If you want more hold, I recommend Sumotech after the Grooming Creme. Another great product is Layrite's Natural Matte creme.

I'd recommend checking out /r/curlyhair as well.

Not the person who commented but as a fellow chameleon I totally recommend Olaplex - it used to be a salon-only product but they've released Olaplex 3 as a D2C product and it's fucking incredible. I lost about 6 inches of hair last month after a nasty chemical haircut (I went from pink to orange and then back to green, it was too much haha) and this shit has brought my fancy follicles back to life!
I'm in NZ but if you're US-based you can get it on Amazon here.
Good luck!

I buy it from Amazon

Great suggestions by everyone. Tried tar gel and nizoral, I think nizoral worked better for me but the fragrance was flaring my eczema. I do jojoba oil scalp treatments, as needed.


This is my daily shampoo these days and I think it has help to prevent a flaky scalp:
https://www.amazon.com/Vanicream-Medicated-Anti-Dandruff-Shampoo-sensitive/dp/B06WD8YQKL/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8&th=1

I wash my hair after OTF all the time. I also have bleached hair so its fairly damaged. So I always use leave in conditioner

Are you referring to the Scalp RECOVERY? If so, the active ingredient is 1% pyrithione zinc, so you’ll want to look for another shampoo with the same. I believe the T Gel has coal tar, which is why you didn’t like the smell. We like this one:
Vanicream Free & Clear 2%

This one: http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00MXD6GBY?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=ox_sc_sfl_title_2&smid=A25FM7YXF1FRPZ

The Ordinary is great. I also highly recommend an Asian style hydrating toner; put it on after any actives and before your moisturiser. Has really helped my dry dry skin retain moisture better.



They're often cheap as chips for a huge bottle off Amazon if you don't mind waiting a week or so; I have had great results from Cezanne skin conditioner: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00RWMHTU8/

Btw, since the pump dispenser is messy, I usually fill a couple of little travel size spray bottles. Much easier to use if you spritz your face a couple of times; it's also so cheap I use it after a shower as a body moisturiser.

I'm not sure how much you know between you and your gf so I'm gonna give you a lot of info here just in case.

I highly recommend this detangling brush. My sister has 4C hair similar to this and with the right conditioner, it detangles her curls in a flash without too much pulling. Also, start from the ends, work your way up, and work in sections.

What products are you using to detangle? I would suggest getting a good regular conditioner as well as a leave-in so the curls and knots come apart with less effort. Aussie Moist is my fave in-shower conditioner and Shea Moisture Black Castor and Shea Butter is my fav leave in cause it detangles my hair in a instant and leave it soft and moisturized all week. It's not for everyone though so definitely do some shopping around.

Also, try wetting and detangling the hair a bit before washing because (in my experience) the movement and shrinkage of the hair during the makes the tangles a bit worse.

Technique is also important with curly hair. When you wash, try using slightly diluted shampoo in a squeezy bottle so you can apply it directly to the scalp and to the hair. Of course you want to shampoo the hair as well but it's better to work the shampoo from the root to the tip to avoid tangles.

You'll want to massage the scalp with your fingertips through the hair. Do not do this or yall will have a bad time lol. This creates so many tangles and damages the hair. I would recommend checking out a few poc curly hair wash day youtube videos for good technique.

Also, pat her hair dry. Please for the love of all that is good do not rub her hair on the towel.

I would recommend styling her hair while its damp with a leave in conditioner if thats easier for yall. There's nothing wrong with styling the hair while wet, in fact, a lot of curly girls prefer this because managing the hair when its dry has the potential to cause frizz or breakage. Also, I noticed you mentioned you oil her scalp. Try using the oil after the leave in so it seals in the moisture.

I'm not sure if you guys are already doing this but definitely give night scarves and bonnets a try. They'll be a huge help in the long run because they help combat frizz, tangles, lint, and breakage that occurs from sleeping on cotton.

I would use this site to find a salon in your area that has olaplex. The cheapest price it should be for the service is $30 with out blow drying or styling. If you don't have a salon near you carrying olaplex i would go into the salon appointment with coconut oil in your hair, I personally use it before bleaching and have seen that it damages my hair less. You can also buy olaplex on amazon for $26 but it is used for after bleaching like a leave in conditioner. Since your hair is dark brown, the hair dresser may have to bleach your hair in several sessions to maintain the integrity of you hair. This may leave your hair an orangey shade until your next bleaching session. It will probably cost you around $300 or more if you want silver hair that will turn out healthy and shiny. You can always diy silver hair at home but it may leave your hair damaged and the color may look dull.
Edit: you should also try leaving coconut oil in your hair as a mask once a week to help repair it and keep it shiny.

Yup sure! Here you go: https://www.amazon.co.jp/gp/product/B00RWMHTU8/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00RWMHTU8/?ref=idea_lv_dp_vv_mw

This has it for 20$ but still expensive. I'm saving the link to when I could afford it and it was 17 then.

This is my Eternal Struggle. My hair is wavy and bleached and I live in a hard water area too, so I still struggle with dandruff pretty frequently, but it's much more under control than it used to be.

Shampoo - I'm currently alternating between Free & Clear's dandruff shampoo (sulfate free, but it still feels kind of harsh) and the new As I Am dandruff shampoo (which is hands down the gentlest one I've tried, but with less pyrithone zinc). Sciencey Hair Blog has a massive list of medicated shampoos with notes on whether they contain harsh or drying ingredients, although some of the links are out of date.

For hard water, look for a chelating shampoo and do a deep clean once every week or two. Chelating shampoos will be more stripping, so you'll want to deep condition afterwards. As noted at the bottom of that article, most water filters won't actually help with hard water anyways, so a chelating shampoo is your best option there.

For other ideas, check out this guide on the fungus that is thought to be behind sebhorreic dermatitis, which is the most common cause of dandruff. It's a LOT of info and it's focused mostly on facial skincare, but your scalp is skin too, and the rundown on what ingredients help and hurt may help you narrow down whether any of your current products are aggravating the problem.

I do and this is the only product that has worked for me: Vanicream Medicated

I use it every two days.

Read simpleskincarescience’s compilation of research and product recommendations for fungal acne (Malassezia): https://simpleskincarescience.com/pityrosporum-folliculitis-treatment-malassezia-cure. I suffered from pityrosporum folliculitis for years. Taking fluconazole for a few months is the only thing that finally cured it. I recommend checking the ingredients in your skincare to make sure they don’t trigger/feed fungal acne. The products I use successfully are: Aquanil cleanser, Glaxal Base moisturizing cream, Differin, squalane oil. If you’re open to trying a pyrithione zinc product, I highly recommend Free & Clear Anti-Dandruff Shampoo, which is fragrance free and non-irritating https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06WD8YQKL/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_BZJYCb873DHQV. You’ll wash your face with it, leaving it on for 5-10 min. and then wash off. Good luck, and I’m happy to answer more questions.

I know it's not the active ingredient you asked for, but Vanicream makes a good zinc pyrithione shampoo that might be worth trying?
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06WD8YQKL/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_iGoxCbNFV0EE3

I found this: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00RWMHTU8/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_7?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A111T5BUDCP21Y

Wash once every three days with sulfate free shampoo (and don't use any other shampoos) so that it will have more moisture and not be so puffy/frizzy. (I like this brand a lot: https://www.amazon.com/Vanicream-Medicated-Anti-Dandruff-Shampoo-sensitive/dp/B06WD8YQKL/). But if it's a day when you're not shampooing, make sure you still rinse you're hair out every night, especially if you put product in it.

Don't comb your hair at all. When you style it, get your head soaked and let it air dry with a dab curl activator spread through out (DevaCurl works wonders btw). If you towel dry, it will make it frizzy. Don't guide your hair to a specific direction, let it do its thing.

Source: we literally have the exact same type of hair. When I wake up in the morning, it looks like yours. But when I style it, I can easily get it to look like the second pic.

PS: The cut is definitely important. I like to have a taper on the sides like you do but a little longer. I keep the top front hair to be the longest part. As for the top/back of my head, I like for it to taper into the sides and taper into the top front.

Newbie here! I need some advice on repairing Damaged hair.

My hair type is naturally a 3A, but I've damaged it due to bad dye jobs and not properly taking car of it, so now parts of it look like 2A, others like 2C. Just overall horrible damage, but it looks okay if I use a diffuser and blow dry it.

I found this sub a couple days ago and got the following products after watching a lot of tutorials here and reading the product list to begin my curl repair/curl maintenance journey:

A Satin Pillowcase

Evo Liquid Rollers Curl Balm

Shea Moisture Coconut Hibiscus Hold & Shine Mist

Shea Moisture Coconut Hibiscus Curl & Shine Shampoo and Conditioner Set W/silk Protein and Neem Oil

*SheaMoisture Jamaican Black Castor Oil Reparative Leave-In Conditioner

I also have this heat protectant spray I use when diffusing my hair by CHI.

I wash my hair with sulfate-free shampoo about once or twice a week, but I condition my hair every morning so that it's wet and I can style it. I currently do a lazy-girl version of what I've seen people describe here: I flip my hair over my head, put product in my wet hair, use a cotton t-shirt to scrunch/dry a little bit, then I diffuse.

So, my question is, do you guys have any other suggestions for repairing hair? Anything I could add/change about this routine?

Thank you!!!

https://www.amazon.co.jp/gp/aw/d/B00RWMHTU8/ref=ya_aw_oh_bia_dp?ie=UTF8&psc=1

So for dry hair you should def use nourishing shampoo and conditioner and a conditioning treatment (Olaplex) at least once per week. After shampooing squeeze the water out of your hair and apply conditioner over most of your head (not roots). Leave it on for a few minutes to soak up the conditioner. Then rinse. Finish with a blast of cold water on your scalp.

Not sure if you let it air dry or blow dry. If air dry, spray a treatment on (like It’s a 10 or All Eyes on Me and then an air dry cream.

If blow dry, spray on a heat protectant spray. Then blow dry, then apply hair oil to the ends.

Source: mom is a hairdresser

You can find Cezanne skin conditioner here. If you haven't ordered from Amazon Japan before, it's very easy - here's a review. They take care of Japanese customs for you, and pack your items very well. That's where I found the Rosette Gel too.

And no problem! You can also search the Holy Grail Megathreads for recs.

Olaplex is a miracle product!! If you color yourself, you can use Olaplex No.1 mixed in with your bleach, color, or toners. Then there are rinse products they have (Olaplex No.2) for after the color is processed. Essentially, it's a bond multiplier- which helps protect your hair during/after the coloring to limit the damage that's done by processing.
Personally, I don't mess with Olaplex No.1 or 2 at home just because I get my color done at a salon. BUTTT- I would say if you're interested in trying the product you can start with Olaplex No.3, which is an at home treatment off of Amazon
I am not a stylist myself, but my roommate is and she's the reason I'm able to have blond, curly, and long-ish (getting there thanks to Olaplex) hair. I also second R&B as an additional conditioning product :)

Is this also true for articles like these? I mean, I believe you but it looks pretty official to me.

There is this

I find as the seasons change (it's getting warmer around where I am) my skin kinda freaks out and becomes very sensitive, especially the skin around my eyes.

Another commenter mentioned the Kikumasamune, but there's another one that's popular too called Cezanne. There are a lot of reviews on here about both. Hada Labo also makes a moisturizing toner. I think the key point it to layer moisture. So toner, essence, moisturizer.

Also, if you're not using a sunscreen you should get that as well (I can't remember off hand if the AM lotion you're using has SPF).

Also, one guide I like to link a lot is a beginner's guide by Snow White and the Asian Pear. She has a great graphic and examples of each type of product, just to give you a good overview and then you can go from there. I would say it's best to find a blogger that has similar skin concerns to you, because they're going to be your best bet on getting recommendations as they have been there, done that.

Edit: oops!! lol I didn't realize the comment had the same products listed, sorry!

I ordered it here on Amazon.

> Nizoral shampoo
I guess the shampoo sounds like the safest one? Is this it?:
https://www.amazon.com/Nizoral-Anti-Dandruff-Shampoo-4-oz/dp/B0000Y3CRY?th=1

It's this one, the active ingredient is ketoconazole, which is anti fungal and also anti bacterial. It uses a different active ingredient than Head and Shoulders, which uses zinc.

Have you seen a dermatologist? I really think the spots where no hair is growing warrants a trip to the dermatologist, they can prescribe you prescription strength topicals that would likely help.

Nizoral.

Although I haven't used this personally, it seems to have excellent reviews. I learned about from the skincare subreddit as its active ingredient - ketoconazole, addresses the fungus that causes dandruff, the same fungus responsible for fungal acne.

Amazon, target, Walgreens, anywhere really.

Nizoral A-D Anti-Dandruff Shampoo, 4 Oz

Nizoral shampoo has been a blessing. Would highly recommend.

what about https://www.amazon.com/Nizoral-Anti-Dandruff-Shampoo-Ketoconazole-Dandruff/dp/B0000Y3CRY?th=1

You can try using Nizoral dandruff shampoo. It is different then head and shoulders (it get rid of fungus). I get dandruff every so often and this usually helps.

Nizoral

Fairly pricey, but it's good. Sumotech.

When my hair starts getting frizzy or if I know it will due to humidity, I use a drop of this:

• Kerastase Lait Nutri Sculpt
  
  and if I have any time or I'm bored, I use this to give it some shape:
  
  
  
• Alterna Hair Concrete or
  
  
  
• Bumble and Bumble Sumotech
  
  I've used, and will likely use other things as well... but that's what I've been using in the past few weeks. I don't know if I trust amazon to sell the same product that they're selling in the salons... but they could be worth a shot. Just linked to them because it was the first result in google. You only need a tiny bit of each, and they last a long time... so they're worth it.

Thank you! Half the time I use this https://www.amazon.com/Bumble-Sumo-Tech-1-5-Ounce-Jar/dp/B000BIUGTQ and the other half I just roll out of bed.

You've got Asian hair. Cut it real short or put product in it. I've heard sumo tech is good for Asian hair.

my go-to (for similar purposes) is bumble & bumble sumotech. smells DELICIOUS.

http://www.amazon.com/Bumble-Sumo-Tech-1-5-Ounce-Jar/dp/B000BIUGTQ

Got this at my stylist a couple weeks ago. You need to make sure you're hair is completely dry before applying. Works awesome though.

Sumotech

http://www.amazon.com/Bumble-Sumo-Tech-1-5-Ounce-Jar/dp/B000BIUGTQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1348701704&sr=8-1&keywords=sumotech

This is an add-on.

He who controls ___ controls the world.

the clitoris

I SWEAR by this brush- The Wet Brush

Wow, this thing has over 600 reviews and a 4.6 rating. I might have to get one! This time of year my hair starts falling out like crazy and I can never find a detangler that seems to help : /

I personally like the Wet Brush. It has super flexible bristles and is really good for detangling. I don't brush my hair when it's wet though. Does anyone else use these?

I am just always interested in seeing everyone's routines. (Plus I think it's in the rules to post routine? Either way, it is helpful all around.)

I'm still trying to learn my hair myself. But something I know that helps a lot of people is clipping your roots for volume. (If volume is something you like anyway.)

Denman brushes are also popular for brushing in the shower. Supposed to help with curl definition. (I'm still learning so mine is trial & error..)

This is the one I bought: Denman Classic Styling Brush 7 Rows - D3 - Hair Brush for Blow-Drying & Styling - Detangling, Separating, Shaping & Defining Curls for Women https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00197623M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_CKomDb518YJAW

Awesome thanks. Is this the denman 7 Denman Cushion Brush Nylon Bristles, 7-Row https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00197623M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_W6fxCbC1WVATF

I see the pics but not sure which brand of brushes those are. But I can vouch for the strength of the Tangle Teezer Ultimate, designed for thick and curly hair. I use this when my (4a) hair is too matted for my fingers to handle.

If that still isn't enough, you could try a denman brush. No chance she'll be breaking it, it's extremely sturdy. In fact the only I reason I don't recommend it first is because it's almost too sturdy, so it doesn't detangle as gently because it doesn't bend as much. Still, some people love it and it does clump curls nicely.

Just checking here - are you detangling while the hair is wet and slick with conditioner? And are you making sure to go section by section, starting from the very ends and working your way up to the roots? Never try to brush from the roots down.

As for the baby hairs in the front....if you can't catch them with a braid because they're too wispy, I would just leave them be or slap a soft head band on the front. They look like baby hairs /edges rather than breakage to me.

Hi! Some of the people on here still brush their hair in the shower while conditioning. If you find the no-brush thing doesn't work out well for you, I'd recommend this brush, it's a CG cult-classic:

https://www.amazon.ca/Denman-Cushion-Brush-Nylon-Bristles/dp/B00197623M/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1493858226&sr=8-1&keywords=denman

This pretty much does the same thing and will last for years I had one of these for around 8 years or so till it got lost in a move - Denman Cushion Brush Nylon Bristles, 7-Row https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00197623M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_TZbLzb1B15RGD

This seems to be only concept art sadly.

There are a few brushes with different solutions to cleaning hair though:

$15 - Retractable Brush:
https://www.amazon.com/Self-Cleaning-Hair-Brush-Retractable/dp/B016WKK1H8

$11 - Disassemblable Brush:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00197623M

As for the concept art, it is a design by Juhyun Lee. It is called "Easy Comb".

Source:
http://www.yankodesign.com/2011/04/18/keep-your-hair-brush-clean/

Thank you /u/AntVo2448 for the help!

Hair Donut, not delicious. but under a DOLLAR

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00198ZOU8/ref=cm_sw_r_an_am_ap_am_us?ie=UTF8

63 cents + free shipping.


Thanks for the contest :)

I'd love to try the sock bun!

I can't imagine the shipping is high on that, but I can't figure out how to see what the shipping cost is. Can anyone help me out with that? It MUST be under a dollar.

63¢ & free shipping

bananarama

This is $0.75. Thanks for contest!!


Amazon Prime

I have this on my Wishlist TOO! -Ive got really long, fine hair that is just a real struggle to put up, and since we are list twins - we should try them out and compare results!

Bobby Pins

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CAWCAW Congratulations on graduation!

One can never have enough bobby pins!

Or, for something more interesting and fun...

A portable breathalyzer!

I've been inside all day taking care of my puppy. He's a little poop machine.

Pink!

Pack of 300 bobby pins that changed my life

It will be mine, oh yes, it will be mine.

So I was doing my hair this morning and I went to grab a bobby pin to pin some of my hair back. I'm looking all over my bathroom counter (I'm terribly unorganized when it comes to my hair supplies) - can't find one. Check my makeup bag (which ends up being my everything bag) - no luck. Finally, I check my purse (you never know when you're out and about and need a bobby pin) - found one! I finish my hair and head out (three minutes later than intended).

I have a serious bobby pins deficit problem. So my request for an add-on item is this lovely six-pack of bobby pins so I will never run out of bobby pins again.

Haha, let's be honest now - I'd probably run out again in a few months. But for the time being, these bobby pins would help tremendously.

EDIT: Cheaper option

These help tame my ever growing hair.

These because they always disappear!

Also, I move into my dorms in 3 days!

Thanks for the contest!

Item: KAPOW!



Add on: BAM!


Once upon a time, there was a girl who was on a mythical quest to find a spiny cactus in the middle of the desert. It was a long quest and a hot one. The sun's rays beamed down on her as she made her way. Each step grew more heavy than the last. She followed the directions given to her from her trusty game Theatrythm and while the directions appeared to be accurate, her hair would grow with every step. Soon she could not see where she was going and get path became unclear. Luckily, she found a pack of hair pins to keep her hair from her eyes. The path cleared and she was able to find get way.


The end.


Schmad on my add on

Bobby pins!

Extra goodies!

I do a lot of my shopping on Amazon. This is the one I have and I'm quite happy with the quality. HSI Professional Ceramic Tourmaline Ionic Flat Iron, with Travel Size Argan Oil Leave-in Hair Treatment https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001MA0QY2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_YSeqxbW9JKD0H

I have this flat iron and I love it. I either curl my hair with a flat iron or use a larger barrel curling wand for "beachy" looking waves. The size of the barrel/flat iron depend on what you want the curls to look like. here's what I mean.


Definitely youtube will help. Also, just practice a few times when you're not in a hurry/getting ready in the morning. It's not as intimidating as it seems!

I bought this from Amazon 4 years ago. It's still going strong!

I'm in need of a replacement as well. I'm currently between deciding on this one, which is listed on Amazon for $44 when the list price is $300 (and great reviews!), and this one, listed on Amazon for $39 when the list price is $49 (also great reviews!). I live in Florida so the second one's humidity resistance feature is the biggest draw for me, but a straightener that's worth $300 for $45 is very hard to pass up. Good luck finding the right one for you!

Here is the mobile version of your link

I have an HSI. And I absolutely love it.

Edit: link to Amazon http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001MA0QY2?pc_redir=1414211570&robot_redir=1 and it's worth it

Jumping on OP's comment about how you style. I'm a fellow wavy and I just realized this last week by mistake that if I let my hair air dry for a while after a shower (I've started with 30 mins but plan to work up) before applying any products it seems to give my curls more time to 'develop' without product or water weighing them down...anyway just a thought! Also here's some links to the styling products I've been using for a while:

Gel

Curl Cream

Curl Cream #2 (I like to do a mixture of both curl creams because I'm not a fan of the first one on it's own but I do like them together.)

It's totally worth it dude! I found it at target, in the beauty section I think. I could be wrong though. You can also get it on amazon here:

https://www.amazon.com/SheaMoisture-Coconut-Hibiscus-Enhancing-Smoothie/dp/B0038TVH3Y

Do you think this can do it? I'm not in US

I know, the number of Shea Moisture products is overwhelming. I did a bunch of research before I bought their products. I'd say that the internet's favorite styling products are these:

• The Curl Enhancing Smoothie. This is more like a leave-in than a gel. It's a nice and heavy product, which I really like. It has some protein in it. My hair is protein sensitive and it's too much for regular use.
  
• Moisture retention conditioner. This is super moisturizing and protein free. It's a bit lighter than the smoothie. The advantage of this product is that you can use it as a leave-in or rinse out or deep conditioner. I've gotten great results from using it as a leave-in. I'm using it less lately because I think it made my hair over-moisturized. Like it feels too soft now.
  
• Jamaican Black Castor Oil Reparative Leave-In Conditioner. I've never tried this but it's well loved. It has a lot of protein which some people like.
  
• If you want something lighter, the new Fruit Fusion Mousse is well liked. (Not to be confused with the 10 in 1 super fruit line.) I've never used this product either but I want to try it.

No not a perm, I recently just applied Ors curls unleashed sample, but I’m probably going to switch to Shae Moisture. Do these have permanent effects?

I never used product before the cut, but I'm starting to now. In the "after" pic I used Shea Moisture's Curl Enhancing Smoothie, which may or may not be a product directed towards black people but it works regardless.

Other than that I do no poo and that's about it.

Recently tried this:

Denorex Dandruff Treatment System

Made my hair lose my oils (I felt that squeaky clean)

Renpure Solutions Cleansing Conditioner

J.R. Liggett Bar Shampoo, Herbal Formula

Suave Essentials Conditioner, Tropical Coconut

Mane 'n Tail Moisturizer - Texturizer

Shea Moisture Restorative Conditioner

Shea Moisture Raw Shea Retention Shampoo

When I first started co-washing, I used the last 3 products. At first everything felt/looked fine, but after a while, my hair felt 'ugh' and looked slightly frizzy. The other products I've bought and used afterwards and probably not as a long.

I am planning on using thisfor shampoo and this for conditioner. Will this help my hair situation? I am currently using head and shoulders dandruff shampoo.

I ditched shampoo with sulfates (I've been using this stuff) and that helped a lot.

I shower, wash my hair (every couple of days) or just wet it down, and then comb it and put in whatever product you prefer, I've been using the curl enhancing smoothie from the same folks as the shampoo. I wrap it up in a t shirt or a microfiber towel and get the excess moisture out, and then I put it up on top of my head in a scrunchie and sleep on it. Let it down in the morning and thats it! Its pretty big when I let it down, it takes like half an hour to an hour to calm down.

I love it! Simple and easy are important to me.

I just read this on somewhere on this subreddit about this: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0038TVHGG/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Yes! https://www.amazon.com/Remington-Curling-Ceramic-Technology-CI95AC4/dp/B003V265QW

I am a zebra on the inside haha

And I used a Wand :D

Thank you :D

I used a curling wand and then just sort of brushed through the curls with my fingers. Since I have smaller curls, I blew my hair dry so it wasn't curled up, just sort of a frizzy mess before I curled it.

For these pictures I mostly used this.

But if you only want one size, I like this. Lots of temperatures so you can switch between waves and tighter curls.

I am a guy with slightly longer hair, and this is what I do. I only use natural bar soaps, whether for cleaning myself or cleaning my dishes, so I also use it for my hair. However, my hair really only needs to be washed with soap once a week at most (this should help take care of any over-greasyness or odors). Other than that, just rinsing your hair out with water is the bare minimum and will do you just fine.

Then, maybe once a week (maybe on the same day you use soap) rub some apple cider vinegar through your hair, to use as a conditioner. This helps balance the pH of you hair and scalp, allowing your hair to remain nice and soft.

Try using a boar bristle brush, like this one, as they help to distribute the natural oils in your hair, as well as massage the scalp. You can find these types of brushes in many "alternative health" stores, natural beauty shops, or health food groceries like Sprouts.

I use this one, However I picked it up at Walmart for $9.00 http://www.amazon.com/Bass-Brushes-Classic-Mens-Style/dp/B0046HJM1Q/ref=sr_1_15?ie=UTF8&qid=1415735737&sr=8-15&keywords=military+brush

This is the one I've used everyday, multiple times a day, for 4 years, and it's lost only a few bristles. https://www.amazon.com/Bass-Brushes-Classic-Bristles-Handle/dp/B0046HJM1Q

Trim your neck line up. Make everything neat and uniform. I'd recommend a decent boars hair brush. As lloydthedroid said you can get one for around 4 bucks but from my experience I'd say go for one a bit better then that. I like this one. It's solid enough for normal use but soft enough that it doesn't tug or pull too bad like cheaper brushes I've used.

Edit: sorry if the link doesn't work right...currently at work on mobile.

I got everything from Amazon.

Brush

Comb

Balm

As far as oil vs. balm, I use (or will be using) both. The oil I use everyday after I shower in the morning. This helps moisturize the hair and the skin underneath. The Balm, however, I will only be using when I wish to "clean up" my beard. I have thicker hair and a good portion of that hair doesn't really like to cooperate. So in my case, I'm using the balm as a styling product. It'll give a little weight to the hair and help reign in those finniky pieces.

Most people use some combination of both products, it just depends on the look you're going for. That being said, people with longer beards tend to use just oil unless going for a specific style because the weight of their beard is often enough to keep the hair growing in the same direction.

Does that answer your question? Do you have any more?

I will have to try that balm. Nice brush too. Here is the one that I use

I also use the Power Putty, though I use Mess Maker (probably the exact same product lol). I'm sure there are better products out there but it's very inexpensive and generally does what I want it to do. I usually start with some sea salt spray, which is great for getting that piecey messy look -- I use this.

http://imgur.com/05VH10o
here ya go:3
i love my puppy, shes so fricking adorable!s he falls asleep right on my lap, and she has the cutest little yawn!

shes such a snuggle bunny, and i love her:3



[id love this] (http://www.amazon.com/Not-Your-Mothers-Beach-Texturizing/dp/B004UL0GTK/ref=sr_1_131?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1371396685&sr=1-131) or maybe [this] (http://www.amazon.com/Proraso-Shave-Soap-Sensitive-150ml/dp/B001JHEY14/ref=sr_1_231?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1371396763&sr=1-231), [this] (http://www.amazon.com/Gillette-Venus-Embrace-Womens-Cartridges/dp/B000XVSNTQ/ref=sr_1_275?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1371396825&sr=1-275), or [this] (http://www.amazon.com/Jelique-Pure-Instinct-Pheromone-Cologne/dp/B000LCETUO/ref=sr_1_290?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1371396868&sr=1-290)

thank you!

I only use a wide-toothed comb, brushes are curly hair's worst enemy in my experience. Plus they're cheaper and somewhat fun to look at.

For product, try this, I actually can't vouch for it yet lol but I've read it's good stuff for our type of hair

I have similar hair...if I really want to encourage wavy I use Aveda Be Curly plus Not Your Mother's Salt Spray and then scrunch it a little bit.

The Aveda stuff is a little pricy but I like the way it smells.

To be honest, i'd have no idea where to start looking in the Netherlands... I had a look for a hair care supply place, but google translate can only go so far. Hahaha.

Can you order off amazon? Here is an example of the spray.

I like the brand that i linked to on Amazon (Not your Mothers), but it depends what's available to you. :)

Your best bet is to try and avoid things you know have a history of breaking you out. Garnier and Tresemme have a lot of scent but I'm still able to use Garnier products safely, for example. Other friends of mine have decent luck with just this but it makes my skin completely freak out. Your skin is going to react differently to different things, regardless of it having comedogenic ingredients or not.

Also if you live in a humid climate just accept that you're going to need to buy the most heavy duty shit available and it will still run at times. If you find it going floppy, run to an air conditioned bathroom, run a wet hand through your hair, let it dry. Quick way to restyle your hair!

Hey OP!

Congrats on the good genes! I have long thick black hair too and started the following regimen which really helped me:

1. Wash twice a week, before washing, use ayurvedic hair oil for at least 2 hours (ideally overnight), wash with ayurvedic shampoo and hemp conditioner. Wash always with warm and never with super hot water.
   
   
2. Comb hair with a wide toothed wooden comb for detangling and a finer one for styling. I like this wide comb and I can't find the tail one (maybe they don't sell them on the US website, I bought them from Europe). I cannot recommend this wooden comb enough, it has single handedly reduced so much hair fall and also improved the distribution of oils.
   
   
3. I have relatively dry hair so I usually style it with this serum before leaving the house. I never use this on my scalp.
   
   
4. My PM routine is basically massaging the scalp with some pure argan oil and a few drops of rosemary oil (rosemary is great for increasing blood circulation to the scalp and increasing hair growth), and sometimes some tea tree if I spot a bit of dandruff (tea tree is said to reduce dandruff). Then I just throw it into a loose braid
   
   
5. I forget to do this every 6 weeks but once every 2-3 months I just trim off the split ends with a pair of hair scissors. Regular craft scissors are too blunt, don't use those.
   
   
6. Misc: Eat clean and healthy, and give your scalp a massage for 3-4 minutes every night, don't go crazy with all the colouring and keratin treatments, stay away from things that aren't natural. Change pillowcases at least once a week.
   
   Those would be my top tips! Hope that helps xx

After trying out at least 10 different shampoos/conditioners/co-washes this year, I've finally landed on this: https://www.amazon.com/Am-Coconut-Cowash-Cleansing-Conditioner/dp/B00641UCY8/

My girlfriend starting buying sulfate-free shampoos and "natural" conditioners so that she could avoid using harsh shampoos to get them out later. I started using her stuff when mine ran out (I've had the beard itch/druff problem for a while) and surprisingly my beard itch and beardruff problems when away. I'm pretty sure the shampoo's were the cause of the beardruff (they were too effective and removed the oils from the skin as well as the hair) which led to the itching as well.

I always thought the "all-natural" marketing stuff was bs but it makes sense in a way. I would definitely recommend avoiding the shampoo though, especially if you are prone to dry skin.

https://www.amazon.com/Am-Coconut-Cowash-Cleansing-Conditioner/dp/B00641UCY8

https://www.amazon.com/Shea-Moisture-Strengthen-Restore-Conditioner/dp/B00MXD6GBY/ref=sr_1_7_s_it?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1537597381&sr=1-7&keywords=shea%2Bmoisture%2Bconditioner&th=1

^ These are the two that we use now. The cowash is a shampoo replacement, but you have to avoid traditional conditioners if you start using it because it's not strong enough to remove them and it will start to build up in your hair, which is why we use the second product as a conditioner since it doesn't contain any heavy duty surfactants.

Aww cool!
I recommend getting this from sally's: http://www.amazon.com/Am-Coconut-Cowash-Cleansing-Conditioner/dp/B00641UCY8

I'm loving it! And it's leaving my bleached hair feeling silky smooth. I was real nervous about bleaching too

My husband uses a co-wash on his. It is a product traditionally meant for curly hair but he started using it on his beard and loves it! Here is a link to what we use. The smell is very neutral too not fruity or flowery just clean smelling.

I have long straight hair that I wash once or twice a week. I use lulu hair powder in between washes: http://www.amazon.com/Lulu-Organics-Hair-Powder-ClarySage/dp/B001Q6JPOE

When I wash, I don't shampoo and conditioner, I use this instead: http://www.amazon.com/As-Am-Coconut-Cleansing-Conditioner/dp/B00641UCY8

It's wicked cheap, lasts forever, cleans my hair better than shampoo ever did (even after swimming), and after a week or two of not using shampoo, my hair stopped getting greasy btwn washes. I'm a total convert.

If I use product, or my hair gets extra dirty, I'll use a solid shampoo from Lush, and the As I Am as conditioner.

Edit: I should also say, I am the queen of lazy hair. Very thankful jcrew is still rockin' the messy hair look. I can barely manage to brush it most days. Hair powder, a bit of moisturizing oil on the ends, rake through with my fingers, and ponytail. Hair clean enough and done in 5 minutes.

this? https://www.amazon.com/Months-Kirkland-Minoxidil-percentage-Treatment/dp/B008BMOEGA/ref=sr_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1511970936&sr=8-1&keywords=Kirkland+rogaine

is it true that you will lose alot more hair when starting on minox?

its the costco kirkland brand; i dont have a costco membership so this is the next best thing
https://www.amazon.com/Months-Kirkland-Minoxidil-percentage-Treatment/dp/B008BMOEGA/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=minoxidil+5%25&qid=1562559311&s=gateway&sr=8-3

6 Months Kirkland Minoxidil 5 percentage Extra Strength Hair Loss Regrowth Treatment Men, 2 Fl Oz, 6 Pack https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008BMOEGA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_UmTEDbDEZHNGC

Hi. No, you don't need a prescription to buy Minoxidil, neither use vitamins. My vitamin is One a Day for men. And my Minoxidil is from Kirkland: https://www.amazon.com/Months-Kirkland-Minoxidil-percentage-Treatment/dp/B008BMOEGA/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=minoxidil&qid=1556740675&s=gateway&sr=8-3&th=1&psc=1

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I'm sure if you use Minoxidil, you will have in a full beard in a 8 months or so.

Wow, huge waste of money. Get a 6-month supply on Amazon for just $27. https://www.amazon.com/Kirkland-Minoxidil-percentage-Strength-Treatment/dp/B008BMOEGA

https://www.amazon.com/Months-Kirkland-Minoxidil-percentage-Treatment/dp/B008BMOEGA

Kirkland! I got a 6 month supply (1 year for me cause I only apply once a day) for like $40(?) I think.

Edit: it was less than 40. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008BMOEGA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_CNVXzbA2RTRVV

https://www.amazon.com/Months-Kirkland-Minoxidil-percentage-Treatment/dp/B008BMOEGA/ref=pd_ys_sarp_1?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B008BMOEGA&pd_rd_r=DSHC9GASCZBK11QQC4PB&pd_rd_w=pme0F&pd_rd_wg=StSoP&pf_rd_p=8328b5cc-59f9-4b32-ade0-718c89672d9c&pf_rd_r=DSHC9GASCZBK11QQC4PB&psc=1&refRID=DSHC9GASCZBK11QQC4PB

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This is what I got. 25 USD for 6 month supply

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008BMOEGA/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Zombie Monkey

The craziest thing i have done to my hair: I wanted to be bleach blonde, i had natural dark hair at the time and i didn't want to spend 1oo+ dollars just to go get it done so i decided to do it myself, so i get a box of blonde from walmart go home and do it, and hour later i take it out it's the color of ORANGE! i cried for an hour! lol i finally said fuck it and went and got it done! it was so embarrassing but it's funny now that i look back at it, it was the day after Halloween too... LOL

I would love this!

OR

This stuff is AAAAMAZIIING

hair thingy .

Thank you! I was feeling blissful eating chocolate and drinking wine. Then as my husband was going to swat a fly I spilled my wine all over iPad, computer, kids toys, table, and rug. Sigh.

womb liberation!

98 cents headband!

1.) I'm in the middle but more on the same side you are. Normally I never win anything. I've had something similar where I'll be with a group of people and they'll all win something and I wont. Meanwhile my SO and his friend just won playoff tickets to a game that I entered a bunch of times (you could enter once a day) and they only entered once. I never win scratch offs or other lottery type tickets either but all the tickets I'll buy for people will be big winners for them. On the other hand I've won a contest here which surprised the hell out of me because I was having a terrible day then came home and saw I had one.

2. This is something I saw while looking at someone elses wish lish and fell in love. It's adorable and I wear buns all the time so it will work nicely.

thanks for the contest and everyone's a winner

Woot! I have this for just over a dollar.

I usually bathe in the bathtub as my skin is very sensitive and gets dry/itchy in the shower (even with lukewarm water)

I soak my hair in the water and pull out any stray hairs that have fallen out and are tangled.

I then use DevaCurl Buildup Buster if my hair is feeling clumpy, otherwise I just use water or Devacurl No-poo Shampoo

Next, I use the faucet to rinse the shampoo out, use a microfiber towel to dry my hair a bit, and then use Agadir Argan Oil Conditioner I let it soak for about 3 minutes while using a wide-tooth comb to comb through my hair and then use the faucet to rinse it out.

I will use Shea Moisture Strengthen & Restore Leave-In Conditioner about once every 3 weeks and leave it on for 15 minutes and then rinse it out.

After my hair is drying from using another microfiber towel, I put some DevaCurl Light Defining Gel in my palm and scrunch it in my hair.


I have no idea why my hair is so bad, I'm wondering if maybe hard water could be a culprit. The only reason I still keep my hair is because I hate having short hair..But at this point seeing it makes me want to chop it all off.


Here is another picture of my hair: https://imgur.com/a/8TO7BCK

This is their leave in that I use and works well for my hair and I'm mixed. For figuring out better hair care practices I'd suggest you first pay attention to how much oil your scalp produces. A mixed friend of mine with almost identical curl pattern and texture had a lot more oil production on her scalp than me which led to very different hair care needs since her scalp would get lots of oil build up after 2 days without washing and I barely have any after week.

I use a shea moisture brand shampoo currently but have had success with other brands even not afro hair focused brands so long as the shampoo isn't too moisture stripping and most sulfate free products will work for that.

For me the best hair routine is shampoo then put in conditioner comb through and detangle hair with a wide toothed comb I leave the conditioner in for a while before rinsing it out then pat dry my hair just dry enough that it isn't dripping wet. Then I add the leave in conditioner by scrunching my hair rubbing it in to sections of hair and a bit on my scalp if the air is dry.

If you have questions or want any more advice feel free to ask, it took me a while to figure out how to best take care of my hair since it's neither white nor black but a unique combination of both hair types.

Hairstyle: Cut the sides and get a taper fade from the barber

Products: apply shea moisture leave in conditioner after you wash your hair: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Shea-Moisture-Jamaican-Strengthen-Conditioner/dp/B00MXD6GBY/ref=mp_s_a_1_6?keywords=shea+moisture+conditioner&qid=1558201417&s=gateway&sr=8-6

Hairstyle alone: https://youtu.be/NRNyf8RClNs

Also wear a durag when you go to sleep

I buy saltwater for my hair

this specifically

smells good as hell


idk why you so surprised by that

Check out the amazon reviews :)

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Olaplex-no-3-hair-perfector/dp/B00SNM5US4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1450220432&sr=8-1&keywords=olaplex