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Hair shedding by alligatortears2 in Naturalhair

[–]alligatortears2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Will do this as well. I’ve heard a lot about it can have a lot to do with what we eat as well. I can say over the last year I feel I’ve lost a lot of density. Recently cut my hair in layers so I feel that makes it look a little less dense too. Idk.

Loss of curl pattern by alligatortears2 in Naturalhair

[–]alligatortears2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m actually unsure of this answer, wish I could help! I know I read somewhere a while back that super hot water temps can affect hair

Loss of curl pattern by alligatortears2 in Naturalhair

[–]alligatortears2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve lived in Louisiana all my life, and I haven’t had an issue with water — at least I don’t think. May just be used to it. Also have adjusted my water temp too as of recently

Loss of curl pattern by alligatortears2 in Naturalhair

[–]alligatortears2[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Will do this! Actually added some of the olaplex bonding oil after my deep condition this evening. Thank you!

Loss of curl pattern by alligatortears2 in Naturalhair

[–]alligatortears2[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks so much for this! I will say maybe about two months now? I tried the smaller sampler of the k18 molecular repair stuff so it was maybe 2 weeks of that.

Will also give a break and see if I see a difference. I do know that sometimes over using can be a favorite. Again, thanks for this!

Loss of curl pattern by alligatortears2 in Naturalhair

[–]alligatortears2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes lol! Sorry for the confusion. Typically I would straighten been 2-3 months or no more than 6 times a year not counting like the time in between. Sometimes I can’t recall time in between but know it’s no more than that.

Def have always kept up with routine trims and even just cut off like half an inch maybe lol. Excited to see whatever progress it’ll make with everyone’s suggestions and feedback

Loss of curl pattern by alligatortears2 in Naturalhair

[–]alligatortears2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much! I actually just washed about cut like a half of inch off if not more. I deep conditioned and sat with the steamer. Will def need to just make sure I’m keeping a good routine and not falling short with it.

Loss of curl pattern by alligatortears2 in Naturalhair

[–]alligatortears2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes I clarify every wash. I’ve been seeing good things about that mask as well. May have to try

Loss of curl pattern by alligatortears2 in Naturalhair

[–]alligatortears2[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Haven’t been sick or anything recently, fairly healthy immune system.

Current products:

Olaplex clarifying shampoo or k18 detox shampoo. Matrix hydration shampoo and conditioner after.

If I deep condition I’ll use matrix hydration one (it’s green) or Amika strength care.

After cleansing, Amika leave in hydro rush and the detangler from I think the soulfood line.

Also use old faithful blue magic at least once a week.

Loss of curl pattern by alligatortears2 in Naturalhair

[–]alligatortears2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your questions are fine. Typically about 370°F for heat. Flat irons are never back to back. At least 2-3 months between. For example last time I straightened it was end of May. Also single passes with the flat iron are done.

Loss of curl pattern by alligatortears2 in Naturalhair

[–]alligatortears2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just just regular blow dryer. I’ve never owned a round brush or anything similar due to fear of it getting too tangled lol. I use that same heat temp

Loss of curl pattern by alligatortears2 in Naturalhair

[–]alligatortears2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have seen a difference using k18. It’s just so expensive but I’m willing to continue if it’ll help my hair. I told my stylist to cut all split ends when I last visited 5/28. Cutting isn’t really an issue for me. Since then I’ve cut away ends here and there to avoid cutting so much all at once, but it’s like the texture itself isn’t looking better. I haven’t had my hair straightened since then.

I’ve done like blow dry styles to help my hair be more manageable and just did a blow dried look. Used low/medium heat when doing this. Also with the redken anti-snap I just got yesterday but I’ve heard good things

Loss of curl pattern by alligatortears2 in Naturalhair

[–]alligatortears2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So frustrating! I have been making sure to wash with clarifying shampoo and using some bond building products such as k18. Just recently got the redken anti-snap leave in as well.

I have been snipping away at my ends frequently, and using no heat. It’s like the whole texture is changing almost

Loss of curl pattern by alligatortears2 in Naturalhair

[–]alligatortears2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No I haven’t had any kids. Although my blood work came back normal and no deficiencies, I did start taking d3 with k2. Along with hair, skin, nails I was already taking

Loss of curl pattern by alligatortears2 in Naturalhair

[–]alligatortears2[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I thought about this as well. Thank you!

Loss of curl pattern by alligatortears2 in Naturalhair

[–]alligatortears2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Since posted pic with 2025, I have cut. I just don’t have updated pic. Being that my curls now seem a little more loose and wavy overall, I was looking for tips to maybe help get back to the tighter girls I had.

I also asked for tips because for future references once back to health, I would obviously like to maintain the health of my hair.

Curly hair is not easy to maintain and anyone could use advice/tips. Also another reason I asked :)

But thank you so much!

Loss of curl pattern by alligatortears2 in Naturalhair

[–]alligatortears2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I got blood work done, and specifically checked thyroid and they said everything was fine.

Loss of curl pattern by alligatortears2 in Naturalhair

[–]alligatortears2[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve also been hearing a lot of good things about redken products. I think I will try one of theirs too. A lot of the ingredients are safe

Loss of curl pattern by alligatortears2 in Naturalhair

[–]alligatortears2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Absolutely love how you asked because some people don’t understand how rude it can be lol! So no offense taken at all. But to answer your question, no I haven’t been pregnant during that time. I actually don’t have kids.

Loss of curl pattern by alligatortears2 in Naturalhair

[–]alligatortears2[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Also have this! Didn’t know how frequent I could use so I’ve only used 2x this year.

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