MY SUBLIMED SULFUR ARRIVED

I got my purchase of sublimed sulfur, yesterday, which I purchased from HBA Zone on Amazon.

 

I got the 4oz size for $1.29 and paid $2.99 on shipping for a total of $4.23. 

I plan on making my sulfur-based growing aid tonight so I can start using it immediately.

POSSIBLE RECIPE FOR CASTOR OIL MIX

I'm up in the wee hours of the morning trying to figure out how to mix up my black castor oil so i can create a hair growth aid that works.

I can purchase sublimed sulfur/flowers of sulfur powder and mix with BCO and some other oils and then use on my scalp.

Truth is, however, that I know that BT works. Maybe I could purchase some more and add BCO to it? That can be purchased for $18 at growtthspecifics.com

Decisions, decisions....

Here are some recipes:

1. Sulfur - 2 teaspoons
2. Jojoba - 4 oz
3. Olive oil - 3 oz
4. Coconut oil - 4 oz
5. essential oil - 10 drops

I would definitely not use coconut oil because it solidifies. Instead, I would replace it with black castor oil (BCO). I would also add a few drops of tea tree oil which has antibacterial properties and would thus keep my scalp healthy. Then it should be left to sit for over 24 hours to mix properly. The essential oil for me would likely be lavender.

See here for crucial safety info because sulfur powder is DANGEROUS - http://forum.blackhairmedia.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=120790&PN=3&title=sulfur-for-faster-hair-growth

IMPORTANT: You do not need more than 5% sulfur and that is about one teaspoon. The oils must amount to 8oz so keep that in mind.

Here is Njoy's progress over a year. She is definitely my inspiration!

BOUNDLESS TRESSES PROGRESS

I have used BT for at least 7 weeks, but this last week, I didn't use it once. I had to take a break from the super sweet smell. In retrospect, I would not have bought the scented variety. It was fine the first time, but nowadays, the smell reminds me that I need to keep my skin away from my pillowcases and wherever my hair has been as I am paranoid that the product will exacerbate my acne.

That being said, I will start using it again on Monday and will likely continue using it until my trip to Dominica in about 2 weeks. I will also wait at least 3 weeks to get a relaxer after that point. I hope that i can get my NG to an inch and a half before my relaxer date.

GOT A RELAXER

Got a relaxer at Sintia's and used the Butter Blends from Mizani relaxer. It worked pretty well. There was a little bit of burning but I did not end up with burns on my scalp.

I opted to not get the cellophane color treatment and saved $30! The lady who blew me out opted to not trim my ends, but they are looking a little see-through so I have to work on them.

My hair is growing out thankfully. After a 13 week stretch it looks like I just might get to APL by the end of the year. I will try to use my Boundless tresses for at least 8 weeks and then allow 3-4 weeks without before a relaxer.

Hope it works.

HAIR GROWTH WITH BT

Well, I am 7 weeks post from my last relaxer and I have an average of 1" of NG on my head. The only growth aid I have used is Boundless Tresses and so far it seems to be delivering because it generally takes 8 weeks to get 1" of NG.

Nevertheless, I begin my Mega Tek journey on Sunday the 3rd of August. In fact, because my hair feels like crap, I might wash it today and then clarify on Saturday so that my hair can be nice for Saturday night. I will megassage on Saturday night or maybe sometime on Sunday and apply MT everyday to dry hair/scalp.

Depending on whether I experience buildup, I will prebase my scalp with coconut oil and then apply the MT or mix it up with Castor oil and coconut oil. I will apply once a day and track my length while wet once a week.

BOUNDLESS TRESSES - DAY 1

I received my BT bottle today and it smells great! I applied a little too much to my scalp today around 4pm and am resolved to applying it everyday for the months of May and June. I will stop applying on the 30th of June and get a relaxer either on the 16th or 17th.

Here are a few shot showing my NG (mid April) so far -
And a picture of my hair wet (mid April)

BOUNDLESS TRESSES & A HOMEMADE REPLICA

I just ordered Boundless Tresses - $25

Here is a recipe for a homemade version

If you want to make your own. Here's a recipe I got from another forum.

Ingredients:

Extra Virgin Olive oil

Coconut oil

Jojoba oil

Pure sulphur (yellow colour)

Empty MTG 32OZ bottle for good measure....i fill the bottom about a full inch of sulfur powder and fill the remainder with the natural oils. leave the mixture for a day or two so that the sulphur can dissolve a bit into the oil mix. give it a good shake before applying the sulphur to scalp/hair area. if you find the mix clumps together run it through the blender.

I purchased the sulfur on ebay--

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=5606650949

eta: I make my own version using a 12 oz bottle.

2 teaspoons of sulfur

4 oz. jojoba oil

3 oz. olive oil

4 oz coconut oil

10 drops essential oil (you pick scent, however, I've used lavender , lemon, or rosemary)

Shake well before apply.

Here is a helpful link to LHC forum


Also check out Claudie's Elixir info

MY HAIR IS DARKER & BAD DREAMS

Okay, I have a box of Henna that I have not used but for some reason yesterday, I noticed that my hair was much darker than its normal color. I'm not sure what caused this but I'm not upset about it. Vatika has henna in it and that could be a contributor, but, I think Amla also darkens hair.

Even Husband noticed the difference. I will do some research and figure out what caused this color shift. I still want to use henna but some additional research has me thinking that I might not want to go there just yet. What if the red is too much, then what? I honestly want to know if i can combine henna with cinnamon and honey (which I was going to use to lighten my hair). I will give myself the next 2 weeks to research this possibility and then I will try it out in April.

I did not use the MN/Sulfur mix yesterday. I was too tired to add it in after my DC last night. I probably have only one more application left, so i will try adding it this morning since my scalp should still be relatively clean from last night. I hope i can swing by somewhere and get an additional bottle of MN today so that I can get back to it tomorrow.

I had a horrible dream last night. It seems as if one of my babies died. God forbid. It seemed like a drowning. This is the second horrible dream i have had of the children. The other involved a baby being raped and I was slow to stop it, for some reason. God forbid. May this not be my portion, my children's portion or anyone's portion. Amen. I put my faith in God that he will protect my family always. Lord, you promised, and I believe you.

SPIKED SCURL & MN/SULFUR PROGRESS

So, I spiked my SCurl with some glycerine. I think I can feel a difference. I do know, that sealing with Castor oil and Vatika has resulted in my hair feeling very moisturized. Maybe even over moisturized, although I don't think that is a bad thing.

I continue to use my MN/Sulfur mix but I think it will finish tonight. I have started putting it on twice a day, sometimes. Once in the morning and again at night. The truth is I do not know if it is working, but, I am willing to try again. I can't believe that my mix has lasted just short of two weeks. I pray it works. I need a little success at something right now.

I need to make serious money and think I will sell something, maybe my LV bags. **sigh**

MY 3RD AYUREDIC RINSE

And I think I have discovered something....

Well, not in the Ayurvedic products, but lets talk about that first. I prepod with one egg/Melted Ghee, Olive oil. Caution: I made the mistake of throwing the ocmpleted pre-poo mix in the microwave because it began to thicken when I went upstairs to bath the kids. Big mistake! The egg cooked and i had to remove that part. Anyway, I prepood for 2.5 hours (went to the gym and supermarket).

My ayurvedic mixture contained 1 tbs of Shikakai powder and 2 tbs of Amla powder. I poured the mix as close to my scalp as possible and rubbed my scalp. I tried to not move my hair strands too much. I rinsed off and then used my new VO5 Free Me Freesia Moisturizing conditioner and Lord, have mercy, my hair was soooo soft! I conditioned 2 more times and had to force myself to put the bottle down. My hair felt like silk!!!!!! Even better that the Carmel mixture results, I think.

And, the conditioner cost a whopping $.99!!!! Unlike past Ayurvedic treatments, I did not use the ORS Mayo. ORS Mayo seems to cause major shrinkage and doesn't do much to moisturize. Afer using VO5, I experienced no shrinkage. In fact, for a second, I thought my hair was longer, but it was just my imagination and excessive hope that the MN/Sulfur mix is working.

I added my MN/Sulfur mix to my scalp (7th day in a row), then added SCurl to my roots and strands. I sealed with Vatika, combed (noticed quite some shedding) and folded up my hair. This morning my hair was soft, smelt sexy, had so much luster and looks good. I had to force myself to tie it up just so I don't have my hands in it as it is quite soft and my new growth is tame!

I must say that I will continue to use the Ayurvedic treatment once a week and will use the ORS Mayo and VO5 next time.

MN/SULFUR CHALLENGE

Based on my recent observations, it took me 8 weeks to grow 1 inch/ 1 index tip length of hair. To increase my hair growth, as of today, I am now using my own MN/Sulfur mix.

I mixed

1. 1/4 cup of Sulfur 8 pomade
2. 1 tube Safeway brand MN 2%
3. 4 capsules MSM
4. 6 drops of honey
5. A few large, quarter-size drops of Vatika
6. Several drops of Lavender oil to mask smell

The result was a creme that looked like relaxer. Here is a pic -
After doing some research, it appears that co-washing as frequently as I like (at least 5 days/week) is not advised. I am not sure why. But, I will try to wash 3 days instead. I also plan to apply this mix 5 days a week for at least a month. I have a picture that shows my starting point -
I hope to gain 1-2 inches in a month, in comparison to 1 inch/2 months.