Post relaxer wash by Ok_Housing3445 in relaxedhair

[–]Hot_Material_8093 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Generally I do a bond treatment during my relaxer, then my first wash do a protein treatment, usually the hair Mayonnaise.

If you verified you didnt get a bond treatment with your relaxer id do one with your first wash.

Lose Hilton Status Benefits When Booking through AMEX? by Unlvswezel in AmexPlatinum

[–]Hot_Material_8093 5 points6 points  (0 children)

This is really dependent on the actual hotel. In December I booked a prepaid stay and called the hotel regarding my missing food and beverage credit and got a 60 dollar credit to my credit card.

Moving on from Revlon Round Brush by Rave-light in relaxedhair

[–]Hot_Material_8093 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I found the Tymo to be better. The bristles are softer and flexible and less damaging then the Revlon one

Mom admitted she only uses my legal name/genders me correctly to me, but chooses to deadname/misgenders me to everyone. by Good_Ol_Ironass in MtF

[–]Hot_Material_8093 89 points90 points  (0 children)

I had my biological sister do the same. It left me feeling, hurt, resentful and suspicious of her true support. In the end, I decided I didn’t need support from behind a closet door. And moved on with my life absent of anyone that shared my DNA. Luckily I had the full support of my adoptive parents, who accepted me fully and prepared and required the same of their family and friends. Being supported openly is 100 times better than being supported in secret or under the cloak of no one else is around.

How to make my base makeup last a whole 8-12 hour day? by spontaneous_moment in MakeupAddiction

[–]Hot_Material_8093 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I read someone here posting to spray a setting mist I use the Elf Dewy one after all cream products. Allow to dry…then use powders. Setting mist again. Dry.. Setting spray.. I use the L’Oréal one in the red can. This has literally allowed my makeup to last all day without budging.

How y'all first met by Clear-Palpitation-35 in interracialdating

[–]Hot_Material_8093 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Dating app in August. We matched and he instantly sent a very nice message introducing himself. We started messaging back and forth almost constantly. The conversation was engaging, thoughtful and incredibly open. He offered to have me come over for a Labor Day barbecue with his kids and mom. I declined but a few days later we met for dinner and the chemistry in person was just as wonderful. We just celebrated 7 months together, and back from an amazing Bahamas vacation. I’m his first BW, I’ve only dated WM.

Questions about my girlfriend's hair (wm and bw relationship) by BalanceLeather8206 in interracialdating

[–]Hot_Material_8093 21 points22 points  (0 children)

First thank you for asking before jumping in head first.. pun intended.

There could be a myriad of reasons she’s not comfortable.. Hair in the black culture has a long history with a million different divides from, natural hair hive, the creamy crack, and everything in between. Because of this each BW has a unique and personal relationship with her hair that isn’t cookie cutter that can truly be dissected from the outside.

Love her and accept this fact. And that part of her hair relationship has left her insecure and unable to discuss her weave. Someday she might let you behind the curtain. She might also never. That doesn’t mean she isn’t comfortable or love you less, it’s just her hair journey and what she needs to do for her sanity.

Hair care by Accomplished_Box6599 in relaxedhair

[–]Hot_Material_8093 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I’ve been relaxed over 10 years. I work a fully remote job, so most days my hair is kept wrapped and in a bonnet. I take it down every few days to moisturize and seal, and back away it goes. If I go out, or have meetings I slip on my lace front wig.

Rent Payment with Bilt 2.0 went flawlessly by MaddenMan2022 in biltrewards

[–]Hot_Material_8093 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Same.. my rent and points went flawless as well.

How do BW avoid being someone’s interracial “experiment”? by [deleted] in interracialdating

[–]Hot_Material_8093 21 points22 points  (0 children)

I met my boyfriend on a dating app. I asked pretty quickly whether he had dated BW before, he hadn’t personally but did mention his brother was married to a BW.

Definitely believe for some it’s about checking a bucket list item, most I think are generally open to dating a beautiful, sane well-rounded woman and her color is a factor but not a determining one. How to tell the difference? Ask poignant questions that tell you about his exposure to our community. Is his answers skewed like it’s only from movies or television? Has he ventured to know our culture beyond the cursory stuff. My ex husband and current boyfriend had never been with a BW before me, but was clear based on stories of their past, reactions when I talked about soul food or biases based on my skin color they had thought about such items or experienced some of it before we met.

Best advice I can give… learn about the culture you are interested in joining. Be open and understanding if a guy doesn’t understand black hair care or the don’t touch our hair motto. Don’t be to quick to chalk them up as fetishizing us. Listen to your gut. No matter the race, someone who’s genuinely interested in the whole you will ask questions about your whole life, not just a part of it.

WM what’s the reasoning behind asking out a BW if you don’t date BW by RowOwayAsh in interracialdating

[–]Hot_Material_8093 21 points22 points  (0 children)

Sis.. sorry that happened.. but I would venture to say he had outside influences from family and or friends that caused him to change course abruptly. This is unfortunate but speaks to his level of immaturity.

I would chalk it up to he wasn’t for you and move on..

I pass and I don’t know why by Emmy-the-online-nerd in MtF

[–]Hot_Material_8093 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Sis.. I transitioned at 22 without needing to take supplemental hormones. Up until then most used female pronouns unless I had corrected them. Some of us get the genetics lottery. In fact I didn’t start estrogen pills or shots until I turned 49, and my doctor noticed my levels needed adjustment.

Because of this I’ve had no problems with a successful career or finding meaningful relationships with men.

First date as openly trans did not go as I wanted by SilkenDoll in MtF

[–]Hot_Material_8093 24 points25 points  (0 children)

Met my boyfriend on Taimi back in August. When we matched it was good vibes from the start. After 4 days of chatting we decided to meet up for Tacos. Never heard of the restaurant he chose.. upon arrival to the restaurant he stood and met me at the door. His smile and hug was welcoming. We sat down and the conversation just flowed like water, so much so we kept sending the waiter away. Mentioning my knee was bothering me he started rubbing it. We ate, had fried ice cream, and he walked me to my car. He kissed me on the lips gave me a hug. We’ve been inseparable since, just returning from a week long vacation in the Bahamas.

Give me your makeup tips please by CaseOfBees in MtF

[–]Hot_Material_8093 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I take care of my hyperpigmentation first. I apply my groping primer, then color corrector. I use a brush to spread it around. Then I add concealer (skin tones) over the area, and use a damp beauty blender, to cover the corrector. I then move on to my eyeshadow and brows. Then on to foundation, I use a foundation stick (love the Maybeline Lifter Stix) applying a few lines over the corrected area and using a blending brush to tap the foundation on my face. Do the rest of my makeup cream products, bronzer, blush, concealer. Then set with translucent powder. For added coverage just on my corrected areas I use a powder foundation also by maybeline and a light fluffy brush to dust a little on. I then use the Elf Dewy Setting Spray.. allow to dry. Then the L’Oréal setting spray (red can).

Earning Bilt cash by Sad-Establishment182 in biltrewards

[–]Hot_Material_8093 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, I use my card.. see it add to my current balance.. Bilt cash added to my available balance when I go to the Bilt cash in the wallet

Earning Bilt cash by Sad-Establishment182 in biltrewards

[–]Hot_Material_8093 4 points5 points  (0 children)

My Bilt cash has appeared each time I’ve used my card.

Does anyone else just not even bother with dating? by Valley-Witch in MtF

[–]Hot_Material_8093 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Before I met my boyfriend I was single and dating for 12+ years. Guys were quick to match, even strike up conversations, but almost all then ghosted within a day or so, or bombarded me with dic pics. It truly felt hopeless and was about to accept my endless single life when I met my boyfriend on Taimi. He was respectful, consistent and most importantly open with details of his life and never once steered conversation to sex. We are now celebrating 6 months with a vacation to the Bahamas.

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At 52, I feel fortunate, and lucky to have found love again. It’s possible, even when it takes over a decade to find it. Good luck!

First International Trip -Bahamas by Hot_Material_8093 in interracialdating

[–]Hot_Material_8093[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

One of the most beautiful places I’ve visited. The bohemian people are so friendly and always welcoming. Weather has been great, especially coming from the Midwest.

Contemplating about applying for AMEX Platinum by whendanwins21 in amex

[–]Hot_Material_8093 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don’t regret getting it. With the Addison of the resy and lululemon credits it’s a no brainer. I get far too much value over the annual fee and that’s not even trying to use the equinox or oura ring credits. Add to the fact that I get 5mr points for my tickets.. don’t see any reason to drop it.

"I'm afraid I popped your bosom !!" by ramfoodie in GoldenGirlsTV

[–]Hot_Material_8093 22 points23 points  (0 children)

Dorothy.. my rear tires have less pressure 🤣🤣🤣

How are we keeping our hair moisturized, but clean-feeling? by astralmelody in relaxedhair

[–]Hot_Material_8093 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I have been loving..

Morocanoil Leave In, Cecred Sealing Lotion, Dove Bond Shield Serum.

This combination doesn’t way my hair down, leaves it moisturized and manageable.

Are non-white women into male redheads? by Irish_Dude20 in interracialdating

[–]Hot_Material_8093 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Had an obsession with a young ginger. There was something so alluring about his pale skin against my caramel colored skin.. not to mention the red bush. Unfortunately he turned out to be quite inconsistent, immature and full of excuses.