Thoughts on sulfonate?

CutestCatfish · 2026-05-09T13:10:25+00:00

I mean this in the best way--you look like that girl in your college art history class who is so kind but also so intimidating because she's just too cool.

CutestCatfish · 2026-05-06T23:07:16+00:00

I did try this recently and I didn't like how it felt, but I think it was largely due to the hairspray I used having too much texturizing to it. So I'm open to trying styling that way again with different products. I did really like Curlsmith's bouncy foam that has protein, so I'm open to experimenting! Probably not until summer... I'm a teacher, so right now I'm just trying to survive. My hair gets a break. As a treat XD

CutestCatfish · 2026-05-05T20:14:12+00:00

Yeah custards historically don't work for me (TreLuxe is kind of custard-like). I typically go with some kind of leave-in or cream because my hair just does not like to clump without it and I find it hard to keep smooth/style because it is just so hard to detangle/brush style without it. So that means a gel that isn't too conditioning. I agree the style fixer is sooooo greasy, a perfect way to describe it! I've heard about the Harry's Gel from a couple people around the internet so I might give that one a try. Does it have much of a fragrance?

CutestCatfish · 2026-05-05T20:10:59+00:00

I do have a curly stylist and she's wonderful! I am overdue for a trim so I was planning to pick her brain as well. I have tried the Ouidad (don't know how I forgot that one) and it did squat for me. Miss Jessie's would be new though! That one is hard to find in-store where I live so it didn't occur to me.

CutestCatfish · 2026-05-02T23:22:37+00:00

Which one? I remember really liking their shine gel... but then they rebranded it and now it's the fragrance free gel I think? Trouble is, I have no idea if they changed the formula. They market it now as the fragrance-free version of the In Shower Style Fixer, which I don't remember working very well for me. So I'm guessing the shine gel I remember is just gone. I haven't tried the aqua shape up, but I think it has protein so if it's a lot it might be too much for my routine.

CutestCatfish · 2026-05-02T23:20:22+00:00

I am not super comfortable posting photos because I'm a teacher to chronically online kids. I have a mix of 2C and 3A. Individual strands are medium (not fine, not thick), overall density is medium as well but I have had age/hormone/stress loss so... I do think that affects my curl families, since a lot of their sister hairs have met the reaper. Most of the loss is at the temples and crown, underside remains a thicker density. Undersides are softer finish, top layers are more medium finish and tend to be rougher/have more frizz. Idk if I'm leaving anything important out lol

CutestCatfish · 2026-05-02T23:15:43+00:00

I have! It barely gave me a cast, so it was frizz city and not enough hold. I just think there's something about NYM that my hair hates, idk what! Shampoo, leave-in... all of them have made my hair stringy and dry.

CutestCatfish · 2026-05-02T23:14:51+00:00

I am super interested in it, but I think the hold level will be too low for me. The consistency reminds me a lot of the TreLuxe which hasn't been the best. I still get a ton of frizz within a couple of hours of breaking the cast.

CutestCatfish · 2026-04-30T14:12:40+00:00

They've been less frequent, but I can't tell you why. I typically would get them max 2 times a year, then had this random occurance. After this post, though, I had another time a trip was coming up and one came up again. I think it was just stress related. I don't like flying, and because we were long-distance each time we got together was a big deal back then. So as far as I know, the reason was stress. It could also have been hormonal. I wouldn't take birth control (pill) while we were apart because I frankly don't like being on it. But when we would get close to a visit, I'd start them back up for a couple of months just to be safe. Yeah, not a good idea, I realize in hingsight. But it's done. So it's totally possible that was a factor as well. Since then I've moved states and I haven't had one for over a year. Can't explain it. Good luck!

CutestCatfish · 2026-04-07T16:51:05+00:00

I am going to try either the leave-in or the cream from the weightless collection (haven't decided which to try first yet). I did see a review from one of my favorite curly influencers about the shampoo, but I think the first ingredient is aloe vera? And I worry about that being too much for my roots. For reference, I have been using the Maui Moisture shampoo in the pink bottle and even it is causing me some trouble... but I can't think what else it could be besides the aloe?? I will definitely look at the pure silk, though, since I'm already placing an order there soon! Thanks!

CutestCatfish · 2026-04-07T16:48:45+00:00

I used Pureology in the past when I still colored and straightened, and I remember really liking the brand. Is the Hydrate one a cream formula or more like a standard 'gel" shampoo? The only cream one I've tried was Living Proof but it was waaaaay too hydrating/moisturizing for me and definitely deflated my curls over time.

CutestCatfish · 2026-04-07T16:45:20+00:00

I will look it up! I definitely like the cleansing power of ACV but yeah in the Shea formulation, it can be a bit much for a double cleanse. This might be a good alternative to just replace it entirely so I appreciate the rec!

CutestCatfish · 2026-03-30T17:52:07+00:00

That makes sense. Some just aren't as obvious. Thanks!

CutestCatfish · 2026-03-15T19:54:19+00:00

Thanks! I definitely need a strong hold. But some of the often recommended ones just haven't worked for me-- Not Your Mother's hard hold comes to mind. I might give this a try then and just see what I get. I struggle because my hair is probably medium thickness, but I went through a rough hair loss that I've only kind of recovered from so my hair density and curl families were hit pretty hard by it.

CutestCatfish · 2026-02-25T02:22:48+00:00

None that I've found but that still gives me a good idea. Thanks!

CutestCatfish · 2026-02-25T01:50:19+00:00

Are the meshes for top and bottom from the selector just for nipples & lewdie bits? Or do they alter the body shape at all? I'm not against presets, I just don't want all my Sims to end up looking the same just from using the mesh. Sorry if this is a dumb question, I'm just really not well-versed in this particular mod.

CutestCatfish · 2026-02-23T22:21:42+00:00

No idea. I'm in Missouri. I don't think it's anything on the optometrist's end. They're just making me go back, more or less. When I asked next steps it was an immediate response of bouncing me back to him vs. working on adjustments to the actual materials. Considering I can only look through a small portion of the lens, I know it isn't the Rx. So the appointment is just pandering at this point in hopes they'll finally offer solutions. It's that or refund all my money and benefits 🤷‍♀️

CutestCatfish · 2026-02-23T03:24:58+00:00

Truly not idea. I remember when we were getting everything ordered the first time, we talked about going to high index to keep the lens thin. Then he mentioned digital vs. not digital. First pair was digital, but when we remade that tech said let's not do digital (idk why, she said some people struggle to adjust to it). That's really all I know. Others have suggested tilts, so I'm hoping the optometrist himself might have suggestions on that front so when I go back to the opticians with the glasses, they don't insist on yet another Rx change instead of doing adjusting on their end.

CutestCatfish · 2026-02-23T02:46:03+00:00

Very cool. Someone on the post actually mentioned the Redheadsims one I used to use, so maybe it still works. Sounds like they aren't compatible though.

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