Well I finally got pictures of my hair growth.  I am the sistah who
sells the all natural hair product that alot of you were leary about
well here is the proof.http://www.freewebs.com/growhairfast/

Hi I am an adoptive mom of biracial and aa children and love the olive oil
detailer for spritzing daily and detangling...I wash every 2 weeks...we like
to moisture lotion from Sallys diff types and my older daughters still like
PINK

Good Luck
Deb
contact me private if you ever want to discuss adoption
mama to eleven all adopted

----- Original Message -----
From: "pattypj1970" <pattypj1970@...>
To: <BlackTresses@yahoogroups.com>
Sent: Sunday, January 23, 2005 7:53 PM
Subject: [BlackTresses] toddler hair care

> Please help!
>
> We have adopted a biracial child.  Mother was white and father's
> race is unknown. Her hair started straight, half fell out at age 6
> months and now is very tight curls.  We have been using Motions for
> kids oil daily and washing her hair once weekly with Motions
> conditioning shampoo. I have read to never use a mineral oil based
> product, yet these products do seem to work.  Are we going to damage
> her hair?  What else should we use for a beautiful 14 month old?  I
> do find I need to wash her hair at least weekly (she is constantly
> rubbing food in her hair!!)
>
> we will appreciate any help or advice!!
>
> Patty

Hello Patty

Mineral oil based products are not always the best products to use on the
hair. Although for many of us growing up from babies on up mineral based
products
really didn't prove damaging on our hair. I say its ok to use them a bit, but
not excesively. With her hair being curly,many with curly hair find mineral
oil products to work the best but not good for the hair when used to much. And
if you would like to use natural products on her hair I would suggest
natural(not those such as Palmers or any that have mineral oil) hair butters
such as
Advocato & Shea Butter. Also essential and carrier oils and oils such as store
bought Olive Oil & Castor Oil...if you have never heard of it used on hair, it
sounds different but it truely is some of the best and natural products to
use. These can be found at natural health food stores as well. A very good line
with great products I HIGHLY reccomend you check out for her hair needs is
Organic Root Stimulator http://www.organicrootstimulator.com/  especially their
Carrot Oil,Shea Butter, and Olive Oil products. If your hair looks & is
healthy, and well moisturized then  I say just stick to what you are doing
And I thought it was so cute you were saying she is always having food in her
hair =-)

In a message dated 1/30/2005 12:59:13 AM Eastern Standard Time,
pattypj1970@... writes:

> We have adopted a biracial child.  Mother was white and father's
> race is unknown. Her hair started straight, half fell out at age 6
> months and now is very tight curls.  We have been using Motions for
> kids oil daily and washing her hair once weekly with Motions
> conditioning shampoo. I have read to never use a mineral oil based
> product, yet these products do seem to work.  Are we going to damage
> her hair?  What else should we use for a beautiful 14 month old?  I
> do find I need to wash her hair at least weekly (she is constantly
> rubbing food in her hair!!)
>
> we will appreciate any help or advice!!



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If the products with mineral oil is working right for her hair then all
means continue your routine,I have the same problem with my daughters hair,I 
have
tried the natural oils and products without mineral oil and they just don't
work for her hair,But I don't oil her scalp with it,and as long as she gets
her  hair washed weekly it shouldn't matter,I still use products with mineral
oil in  it and my hair is fine,But it is all a matter of preference,what works
for one  will not work for all. I hope this helps!


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For those of you that live in the Atlanta area we are having a
gathering this weekend. For those of you that would like to attend
we will meet at Cascade Skating rink for some rollerskating. This
should be really fun. After that we will head to an applebees close
by. If any of you are interested we are meeting at 4. The location
is 3337 Martin Luther King Blvd. Hope to see some of you guys there.
Kina

Please help!

We have adopted a biracial child.  Mother was white and father's
race is unknown. Her hair started straight, half fell out at age 6
months and now is very tight curls.  We have been using Motions for
kids oil daily and washing her hair once weekly with Motions
conditioning shampoo. I have read to never use a mineral oil based
product, yet these products do seem to work.  Are we going to damage
her hair?  What else should we use for a beautiful 14 month old?  I
do find I need to wash her hair at least weekly (she is constantly
rubbing food in her hair!!)

we will appreciate any help or advice!!

Patty

Heyyy everyone!!

I don't know if any of you have seen it, but in the newest issue of Sister 2
Sister Magazine there is an article with the founder of Carol's Daughter
products if any of you would like to check it out.



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> Sorry I'm late...but Merry Christmas wishes to everyone. I hope you all had
> a day of happiness,love,gathering,sharing...all the good stuff you name it!!
> And also just because the Christmas day is passing, keep the spirit &
> messages of the day &holiday flowing.....even into the new year and through
out it.

Happy early New Years as well!!

>
> Oh also did anyone have any cute holiday styles they sported or plan 2 for
> New Years?


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In a message dated 12/11/2004 11:39:21 PM Eastern Standard Time,
rjnubien@... writes:

I'm just  curious if anyone knows the effect that heat has on natural
hair.  Is  it the same as relaxed hair i.e. split ends....etc?  I want
to use  the dryer more in the winter to dry my hair.  I normally let
it air  dry.



You should be fine with the dryer.
But I have noticed that when I pressed my hair, some pieces would stay
straight.
This does not happen to everyone.
I have a friend who hair goes back to original texture when she washes her
hair after a press.
Mine does not.

Nicole


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In a message dated 12/11/2004 11:40:19 PM Eastern Standard Time,
suswra@... writes:

I took  my 3 year old daughter to her first salon visit today.  The
stylist  washed her hair and styled it into nine cornrows with beads
on the  end.   The stylist wanted to charge me around $40, but then
the  owner said it would be $65.  Of course I paid it, but it seemed
pretty steep to me.



Natural hair can be just as pricey as processed hair.
$40 is good for a child.

Nicole


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In a message dated 12/21/2004 2:03:18 PM Eastern Standard Time,
tiffanim08@... writes:

Has  anyone comes cross any natural hair and skin products safe for
small  children (under 5)?


Thanks for all  replys.



Check carolsdaughter.com.
They have a section of products for babies and children.

Nicole


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Hello Ladies

Have anyone tried this product?

Would anyone recommend it ...how do u use it on your hair?

I bought this product and Ive heard its pretty good but I still wanna
get some ideas on how some of the sistahs actually use this product.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.

In a message dated 12/21/2004 2:02:56 PM Eastern Standard Time,
tiffanim08@... writes:

> Has anyone comes cross any natural hair and skin products safe for
> small children (under 5)?
>

Many of the more natural products are safe to use on every ages hair. Such as
Organic Root Stimulator Products....mainly  their moisturizing products.
Store bought Olive Oil, natural hair butters such as shea,advocto,etc. Oils like
African Pride & Royale Hot 6 Oil,S-Curl No Drip Activator,etc.


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Peace

I make all natural products that are safe for kids (all ages). I use
them on mines since birth.
If you want more info email me privately.

Peace luv and nappiness

Sauda
--- In BlackTresses@yahoogroups.com, "tiffanim08" <tiffanim08@y...>
wrote:
>
>
> Has anyone comes cross any natural hair and skin products safe for
> small children (under 5)?
>
>
> Thanks for all replys.

Has anyone comes cross any natural hair and skin products safe for
small children (under 5)?


Thanks for all replys.

try slathering the twist with instant conditioner first, you may want to add
some water for moisture.  Let it sit for about 5 minutes, take your time and
work slowly fron the bottom up.



Didi <dubbledizzle@...> wrote:


Hi all, I have a question b/c whenever I do twists on my hair,
whenever I take them out my hair is very tangled, and I break alot of
it. are there any techniques people use that help make the hair easier
to take out, or a way of doing it so that it doesn't get as tangled?
any suggestions would be appreciated, thanks









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In a message dated 12/15/2004 9:27:45 PM Eastern Standard Time,
dubbledizzle@... writes:

> Hi all, I have a question b/c whenever I do twists on my hair,
> whenever I take them out my hair is very tangled, and I break alot of
> it. are there any techniques people use that help make the hair easier
> to take out, or a way of doing it so that it doesn't get as tangled?
> any suggestions would be appreciated, thanks

If you are speaking of twists just done with your own hair, I would highly
suggest combing & brushing out the hair very good before you twist up the
hair(if you don't already).When taking them down, I have found that taking them
out
as slow as possible & just unravel it from the exact way it was done helps out
alot. Also have you tried taking them out after misting a bit of water & a
good moisturizer(such as a braid spray) to the twists. As well as using a rat
tooth comb & use the very end of the comb which is straight to seperate the
twists.


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In a message dated 12/11/2004 11:40:32 PM Eastern Standard Time,
suswra@... writes:

> What is a fair price to style a child's hair?
>
> I took my 3 year old daughter to her first salon visit today.  The
> stylist washed her hair and styled it into nine cornrows with beads
> on the end.   The stylist wanted to charge me around $40, but then
> the owner said it would be $65.  Of course I paid it, but it seemed
> pretty steep to me.
>
> Other than the price it was a good experience and my daughter's hair
> looks beautiful.

I'm glad it turned out nice. But honestly that is wayyyy to high to me. But
different salons have different price scales. If you choose to go to another
salon with your daughter it may be best to ask & talk about what hairstyle you
would like in advance to know what you are getting into. But i can't believe
the owner & stylists quoted 2 major different prices 2 you.


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In a message dated 12/11/2004 11:39:21 PM Eastern Standard Time,
rjnubien@... writes:

> I'm just curious if anyone knows the effect that heat has on natural
> hair.  Is it the same as relaxed hair i.e. split ends....etc?  I want
> to use the dryer more in the winter to dry my hair.  I normally let
> it air dry.

Heat can do a varierty of things a small amount won't really hurt the hair
but an excessive amount regardless relaxed or natural then it can cause damage
such as split ends,dryness, etc. Although some natural hair types & certain
peoples hair can handle more or less amount of heat. if you want to use a dryer
thats fine.....just try to limit using it like not doing it every day, keeping
the blow dryer on a lower setting helps, along with if you like put a product
on the hair to protect it from heat.

And I know exactly how you feel, I am an air dryer too but with the weather
being so cold I have noticed I wash my hair less and like it to get dry as soon
as possible.



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Hi all, I have a question b/c whenever I do twists on my hair,
whenever I take them out my hair is very tangled, and I break alot of
it. are there any techniques people use that help make the hair easier
to take out, or a way of doing it so that it doesn't get as tangled?
any suggestions would be appreciated, thanks

What is a fair price to style a child's hair?

I took my 3 year old daughter to her first salon visit today.  The
stylist washed her hair and styled it into nine cornrows with beads
on the end.   The stylist wanted to charge me around $40, but then
the owner said it would be $65.  Of course I paid it, but it seemed
pretty steep to me.

Other than the price it was a good experience and my daughter's hair
looks beautiful.

Susan W.
SLC, UT

I'm just curious if anyone knows the effect that heat has on natural
hair.  Is it the same as relaxed hair i.e. split ends....etc?  I want
to use the dryer more in the winter to dry my hair.  I normally let
it air dry.

Thanks for the advice.  I have stopped doing that because I have
found that I enjoy combing my hair and have given up on the wash,
condition and don't comb look *smile*.  Now I just braid my hair in
four sections and wear a silk scraf at night.

I am now trying Thermasilk shampoo and conditioner and it works good
with my hair.  I then apply Vitapointe on my hair when it is wet and
then braid until until try.  I then apply Kemi Oil (that smells
really good...like strawberries) in my hair.

My hair is very manageable and soft.  I have found that not one type
of shampoo and conditioner works well with all types of black hair.
It depends on the hair texture.

Caroline

--- In BlackTresses@yahoogroups.com, Anni <kananse@y...> wrote:
>
> Oh, not Anni, it was Caroline, I was just replying :-)
> Anni
>
> Crickett Mason <masoncrickett@y...> wrote:
>
> Hi Anni,
>
> I do suggest you stop sleeping in the plastic cap.
> That moisture you are trying to capture can cause
> mildew and mold to your hair.  You should not go to
> bed with wet hair. Slightly wetting it in the morning
> is fine.  Since you are braiding it at night just
> cover it with a scarf or bonnet.
>
> Crickett

Oh, not Anni, it was Caroline, I was just replying :-)
Anni

Crickett Mason <masoncrickett@...> wrote:

Hi Anni,

I do suggest you stop sleeping in the plastic cap.
That moisture you are trying to capture can cause
mildew and mold to your hair.  You should not go to
bed with wet hair. Slightly wetting it in the morning
is fine.  Since you are braiding it at night just
cover it with a scarf or bonnet.

Crickett
--- Anni <kananse@...> wrote:

>
> Right now, I have my hair in braids. But when it's
> loose, I almost never go to bed without doing
> something to my hair. I normally do twists, they are
> faster. then wear a scarf. I think it breaks off the
> ends if you let your hair loose.    > Anni
>
> Caroline <jocella1@...> wrote:
>
>
> Good Evening everyone.  I just wanted to know if
> those members on the
> list with natural hair braid their hair at night.  I
> am trying to get
> used to wearing my hair with its natural curl so I
> do not braid it at
> night but just sleep with a plastic hair cap on my
> hair to lock in
> the moisture.  In the morning, I slightly wet it
> with detangler or
> curl scrunchy gel.  I do not comb it at all for the
> week - just use
> my fingers.
>
> So how do you maintain your hair when you sleep at
> night?
>
> Caroline
>
>
>

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Thanks for responding.  Are they really worth it?  If so, what makes
the products so good?

Caroline



--- In BlackTresses@yahoogroups.com, Bobbi Terry <baterry2002@y...>
wrote:
>
> Ouidad products are excellent for natural hair.  I
> have been using the products for over a year now and I
> love them.  They are expensive!!
>
> baterry2002
> --- Caroline <jocella1@h...> wrote:
>
> >
> >
> > Has anyone tried Quidad hair products for curly
> > hair?  I have heard
> > that the products are for all types of hair but I
> > don't know.
> >
> > Caroline
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
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How long do you keep the braids in for? Remember that you lose 50-100 hairs a
day. If your hair is in braids, the fallen hairs stay in the braid. So the
longer you keep the braids, the more hair accumulates, and of course to fall out
when you undo the braids.
Yes combing does do a little damage but remember that every day 50-100 hairs
fall out. That's just what hair does.
I recommend you stay away from weaves.
Anni

June Boone <jvboone63@...> wrote:

I've been growing out my natural hair for about 4-5 months now and am pleased
with the growth. I cut out all the relaxed hair. I keep my hair braided
underneath wigs I wear daily. But when I take out my braids, I experience a
pretty good amount of hair falling out. My guess is it could be because I have
to comb so hard - my hair is extremely thick! The other reason could be because
of the Nature's Blessing I began using about a month ago. Does anyone else
experience the shedding of hair when you take out your braids?

What can you experts suggest?????

My hair is at a length that I can have it braided and have weave sown in for
styling. Any suggestions/precautions regarding this also?  JB




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Ouidad products are excellent for natural hair.  I
have been using the products for over a year now and I
love them.  They are expensive!!

baterry2002
--- Caroline <jocella1@...> wrote:

>
>
> Has anyone tried Quidad hair products for curly
> hair?  I have heard
> that the products are for all types of hair but I
> don't know.
>
> Caroline
>
>
>
>
>
>
>




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Ouidad products are excellent for natural hair.  I
have been using the products for over a year now and I
love them.  They are expensive!!

baterry2002
--- Caroline <jocella1@...> wrote:

>
>
> Has anyone tried Quidad hair products for curly
> hair?  I have heard
> that the products are for all types of hair but I
> don't know.
>
> Caroline
>
>
>
>
>
>
>




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I see naturallycurly.com are using a few black females on its
website...I guess they are trying to expand to all women with curly
hair no matter how dense or loose.  There was even a national "curly
hair" conference in New York which from what I see from the pictures
included black women.

If anyone goes on that site, let me know what you think of it.

Caroline

Has anyone tried Quidad hair products for curly hair?  I have heard
that the products are for all types of hair but I don't know.

Caroline