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TBCH Challenge is back!!

02 Jul
Challenges, Hair, The Gems
Sasha-Shae

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Hey lovelies! It’s July! Can you believe it!? We’re already half way through 2012! Anyways, so on to the good stuff…the Take Better Care of my Hair challenge is BACK!!!! Yep TBCH is back in full effect. This time I’ve decided to keep it in 3 month increments, that makes it easier for everyone to participate. But something that will definitely help me out and you out, is to comment and post in the Forum that will be created specifically for the challenge.


 

So what do you have to do? It’s simple, first and foremost, health is the main goal of the challenge, and if you’re into length and such that’s fine too. I want everyone being pro-active about this challenge, so you’ll need to document your progress, share pictures or even videos if you so choose and tag me to them so I can see/watch. There will be no slacking off on this challenge on my end, I’m being serious about taking real good care of my hair not only externally but internally too ;)

So the rules?

  • Deep condition at least once per week, no exceptions! (however you normally get it done, do it! a suggestion is to use a conditioner that provides ample moisture, also make sure to keep check of your protein!! Deep condition a minimum of 30 minutes to get the best benefits) also take a look at how I deep condition for maximum results
  • Say yes to protective styling (i.e. twists, cornrows (not tightly done), plaits, braids (not tightly done and preferably not micros), puffs/buns – try to limit the puffs as this can damage your edges over time)
  • Dust the ends of your hair when it is needed and do NOT let the damage go on. (you see a split or single strand knot? snip it off!!)
  • Always keep hair moisturized by use of whatever moisturizer you have that works for your hair (you can follow the LOC method or moisture tips or see this post on sealing)
  • If you have thinning edges or notice breakage in areas..take action, start caring for them and getting them back, using things like castor oil, peppermint oil, etc
  • Give your scalp a massage often!- 15 minutes a day is good
  • Try to avoid the heat if you can…this is not mandatory but if possible please avoid the heat. ONLY 1 heat pass for each segment!!
  • Exercise and eat healthy- run, brisk walk for 30 minutes a day, drink a lot of water and get adequate sleep!
  • Be patient and dedicate actual time to caring for your hair and your health!!
  • And lastly- laugh it up often- keep stress levels at bay by surrounding yourself in joy. You’ll be surprised how much more this affects.
  • There are 3 main check in dates (August 2nd, September 2nd and October 2nd)
Bonus: using castor oil- you can get even more added benefits by implementing castor oil in this challenge. Use it to grease/oil your scalp daily or atleast three times a week, you’ll see improved scalp health, hair strands thicken, and less breakage and shedding, also it will help your hair remain shiny, and full of life and body! Castor oil is also great for locking in moisture. I’ll be using my castor oil 3 times per week  for the remainder of the challenge.

 

Simple huh? As we all should know by now the simpler you keep it, the better it grows! ;) Keep it simple sisters! Now if you’re in the challenge with me comment below and let me know. The forum is going to open up after I see a good amount of people who’ve chimed in that they are participating. Please spread the word, and I look forward to getting started.

 

How do we stay encouraged? Get tips? etc

Well, my blog is definitely going to be posting up all the information possible on natural hair care tips, ideas, styles, dos and dont’s and as well check ins on the progress. I’ll also each week do a featured post on something beneficial to those in the challenge.

 

Commitments and Progress Reports

As I mentioned before, I welcome all forms of reports. Be it videos, pictures (tumblr/instagram/twitter/facebook), written journal. I just want you to keep track of what it is you’re doing and how it’s working, and of-course how your hair is transforming along the way.

You can check in anytime, but the 3 mandatory check ins are: August 2, September 2 and the final of this segment October 2!!

And to keep you committed and remind you of your commitment, here’s a pledge that’s usually helpful when I do this challenge:

Copy and Paste this as your entries below: (indicate segments you’ll join please)

I___________ will gladly accept this challenge, and plan to commit to the full segment (July to September 2012). I expect as a result of sticking to the challenge to see my hair_____________ .

My Goals:

 

Here’s Mine:

I Sasha-Shae will gladly accept this challenge, and plan to commit to the full segment (July to September 2012). I expect as a result of sticking to the challenge, to see my hair thrive in ways it hasn’t before. Gain more body, health, length and strength.

Goals: no split ends, no dryness, even coils through out, more body, re-grow any parts of my edges or any area I see any breakage or thinning, maintain moist and supple hair at all times, and have healthier hair overall and become physically fit and stress free and much more healthier dietary wise!

 

Now let’s get on to Taking Better Care of My Hair!!

 

Further Reading:

1st Challenge Check in (August 2012)

 

~Hope you enjoy the rest of your day lovely! Till next time stay lovely and afroniquely you!

Make sure you are following me on Twitter, Facebook & Youtube for more on hair, beauty and simplified


 

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Sasha-Shae Shaw is a Visual Artist who is passionate about Natural Hair and it's care, Art and it's various forms, the world of beauty and fashion and her love for design. Follow up on the Tumblr Gallery where you can share your own photos, and check out the design services and portfolio, for all your Graphic, Web Design and Photography or custom craft needs.  

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  • TiAnn

    I____TiAnn_______ will gladly accept this challenge, and plan to commit to the full segment (July to September 2012). I expect as a result of sticking to the challenge to see my hair___become more healthy, grow in thickness as well as length__________ .

    My Goals: Will be to eat healthier, drink much more water, exercise, tend to, take the time and treat my hair with much more passion. I will get rid of split ends on a regular, be more gentle with my edges, actually wear the satin cap I purchased, keep my coils moist and love my hair more overall..

    Let’s get it in, I’m so excited…

  • http://www.nappyworkofart.blogspot.com JESSICA BORGELLA

    I_Jessica Borgella will gladly accept this challenge, and plan to commit to the full segment (July to September 2012). I expect as a result of sticking to the challenge to see my hair_grow long healthy and strong .

    My Goals: is to be consistant with my washes and DCs, moisturize and seal more, and be more conscious in what i eat, Drink plenty of water and be more gentle to my 4b hair.

  • Angel

    I Angel Woods will gladly accept this challenge, and plan to commit to the full segment (July to September 2012). I expect as a result of sticking to the challenge to see my hair grow and get back Healthy.

    My goals:
    Gain 3+ inches of hair growth
    Stop my edges from thinning
    Keep my hair moisturized weekly
    Obtain my natural curls again (heat damaged :( )
    Try my very best to refrain from putting any heat in my hair
    Exercise more often

  • Kelley

    I Kelley will gladly accept this challenge, and plan to commit to the full segment (July to September 2012). I expect as a result of sticking to the challenge to see my hair grow healthy.

    My Goals:
    *To have at least two inches of hair growth
    *Retain moisture for healthy hair during the humid months in the South
    *Continue eating healthy and exercising regularly.

  • Judy

    I Judy will gladly accept this challenge, and plan to commit to the full segment (July to September 2012). I expect as a result of sticking to the challenge to see my hair grow healthy.

    My Goals:
    * A Healthy head of hair
    * No breakage
    * Lenght

  • Angela

    I______Angela_____ will gladly accept this challenge, and plan to commit to the full segment (July to September 2012). I expect as a result of sticking to the challenge to see my hair______gain strength, length, and moisture_______ .

    My goals are:
    To continue to stay physically active 3-4 days a wk
    Moisturize and seal my hair daily
    oil my scalp daily and massage my scalp daily
    Manipulate my hair as least as possible
    Protective style at least 2wks each month

  • Evbu

    I Evbu will gladly accept this challenge, and plan to commit to the full segment (July to September 2012). I expect as a result of sticking to the challenge to see my hair grow healthy .

    My Goals: Have at least 2 inches of hair growth, stop my edges from thinning, maintain moisture, Have Healthy Hair

  • http://archiveslifestyle.blogspot.com Ronnika W

    I Ronnika W. will gladly accept this challenge, and plan to commit to the full segment (July to September 2012). I expect as a result of sticking to the challenge to see my hair much healthier and longer.

    My Goals:
    To only press once a month
    Healthier lifestyle
    Explore more natural styles

  • Shron

    I Shron will glady accept this challenge, and plan to commit to the full segment (July to September 2012.) I expect as a result of sticking to the challenge to see my hair healthy, strong, and naturally beautiful.

    Goals: no split ends, no dryness, no breakage. I want my tresses to be healthier than ever.

  • maggie

    my daughter & I are in. We’ve been having trouble growing our hair past a certain length.

  • http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Against-the-Grain-Photography/119787204709720 Sharice B

    I S.B will gladly accept this challenge, and plan to commit to the full segment (July to September 2012). I expect as a result of sticking to the challenge to see my hair much healthier, fuller and longer!

    Goals:
    continue to explore natural styling
    pay closer attention to the ingredients in the products i use
    trim my own ends if needed
    eat better and exercise ofter

  • Rosheika

    I_Rosheika_ will gladly accept this challenge, and plan to commit to the full segment (July to September 2012). I expect as a result of sticking to the challenge to see my hair grow and thrive. I also expect with this challenge to have healthier hair and body .

    My Goals: Are to take batter care of my hair and body, to exercise more, to drink more water and eat healthy. Also to have less breakage and shedding.

  • Georgae

    i think im going to join this challenge…… i could use a structured regiment

  • Georgae

    I Georgae Huyler will gladly accept this challenge, and plan to commit to the full segment (July to September 2012). I expect as a result of sticking to the challenge to see my hair grow longer and healthier

    My Goal is to get more bouncier and healthier hair. Also to have a lot of growth and little to no breakage.

  • Nakira Ashworth

    I Nakira will gladly accept this challenge, and plan to commit to the full segment (July to September 2012). I expect as a result of sticking to the challenge to see my hair healthy .

    My Goals is to have a more healthier lifestyle, to drink plenty of water eat a healthier diet and to exercise on a daily basis. I also want to retain length moister and a healthy head of hair.

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    I love this website, it’s fresh…

  • http://www.youtube.com/user/courtneyraye268?feature=mhee Courtney Hines

    I Courtney Hines will gladly accept this challenge, and plan to commit to the full segment (July to September 2012). I expect as a result of sticking to the challenge to see my hair grow and stay healthy.

    My Goals: drink more water, moisturize more often, clip my ends on a regular basis, keep up with my exercise and minimize breakage.

    • http://afroniquelyyou.com/ afroniquely | shae

      woot woot!! Hey Courtney! Good to see you in the challenge too!

  • Amber A

    I Amber Allen will gladly accept this challenge, and plan to commit to the full segment (July to September 2012). I expect as a result of sticking to the challenge to see my hair healthier and more manageable.

    My Goals: To reduce split ends and other damage to my ends, increase the overall healthiness of my hair, to see a growth in my diminishing edges :(, more moisture, and a healthier me overall.

  • sarida

    I___Sarida ________ will gladly accept this challenge, and plan to commit to the full segment (July to September 2012). I expect as a result of sticking to the challenge to see my hair grow and be healthier.

    My Goals:
    Reduce split ends, increased healthiness and growth.

  • Jerz

    I______Jerz_____ will gladly accept this challenge, and plan to commit to the full segment (July to September 2012). I expect as a result of sticking to the challenge to see my hair____fuller and longer ( similar to my post pregnancy hair)_________ .

    My Goals:

    - Create a regimen that easy for me to stick to
    - See a dramatic improvement to my hair – be it length or fullness

  • Jerz

    I______Jerz_____ will gladly accept this challenge, and plan to commit to the full segment (July to September 2012). I expect as a result of sticking to the challenge to see my hair____fuller and longer ( similar to my post pregnancy hair)_________ .

    My Goals:
    - Longer, healthier hair
    - consistent regimen

  • http://www.facebook.com/napturallybeautifulhair Angela Greene

    I Amex will gladly accept this challenge, and plan to commit to the full segment (July to September 2012). I expect as a result of sticking to the challenge to see my hair continue to Grow and remain Stay healthy .

    My Goals: Gain Longer and healthier Hair

  • Danielle

    I Danielle Mariah Poulis will gladly accept this challenge, and plan to commit to the full segment (July to September 2012). I expect as a result of sticking to the challenge to see my hair grow, and be more healthy.

  • Ashley

    I, Ashey, will gladly accept this challenge, and plan to commit to the full segment (July to September 2012). I expect as a result of sticking to the challenge to see my hair grow and retain length as well as retain moisture.

    My Goals: Longer, healthier hair.
    Develop a regimen that works

  • Miesha

    I Miesha will gladly accept this challenge, and plan to commit to the full segment (July to September 2012). I except as a result of sticking to the challenge to see my hair more healthier.

    My Goals:

    Im actually in the transition stage haven’t had a perm in 5mo. I want my hair to be more healthier and not dry. Up until two days ago I was getting my hair washed every two weeks and flat ironed and that was making my hair dry and it started shedding so now im on a mission to get it looking healthy again..

  • http://www.simplymarveloushaircare.blogspot.com Stephanie

    I, Stephanie, will gladly accept this challenge, and plan to commit to the full segment (July to September 2012). I expect as a result of sticking to the challenge to see my hair flourish as it did when I completed my first challenge a couple months ago.

    My Goals

    - All around hair health
    - Healthier ends
    - Continued hair growth in my trouble spot
    - Length retention ( last because it holds the least importance)

  • http://www.youravon.com/pamper Nico

    I Nico will gladly accept this challenge, and plan to commit to the full segment (July to September 2012). I expect as a result of sticking to the challenge to see my hair to be more healthier .

    My Goals:
    Moisturized hair, no more dullness and dryness.
    Hair length.
    More defined texture.
    Healthier looking hair.

  • jackie

    I Jackie Paige will gladly accept this challenge, and plan to commit to the full segment (July to September 2012). I expect as a result of sticking to the challenge to see my hair get stronger, longer and healthier. I also would like moisture and fullness (if that’s a word), but you know what I mean.

    My Goals:

    1. Getting my hair to not look so dry. I need moisture in my hair at all times.

    2. Get in the habit of deep conditioning my hair once a week or week and a half.

    3. Truely learning what products my hair likes and doesn’t like.

    4. NOT to be a product junky.

    5. Growth!!!!

  • http://youtube.com/cassabox Cassandra Tertus

    I, Cassandra T, will gladly accept this challenge, and plan to commit to the full segment (July to September 2012). I expect as a result of sticking to the challenge to see my hair maintain moisture and gain length.

    My Goals:
    Keep my hair moisturized
    Keep SSKs to a minimum
    Gain and retain length of 2 inches

  • welile

    I_welile sikhondze_ will gladly accept this challenge, and plan to commit to the full segment (July to September 2012). I expect as a result of sticking to the challenge to see my hair get healthier, stronger and grow longer.

    My goals are,
    - healthy hair strands
    - bouncy, thick/full hair
    - well moisturised
    - growth and length retention

  • stgblkwmn

    I_stgblkwmn_ will gladly accept this challenge, and plan to commit to the full segment (July to September 2012). I expect as a result of sticking to the challenge to see my hair recover from my past doings .

    My Goals:

    Learn to keep my hair moisturized
    Get rid of the unhealthy hair
    Learn what best for my hair
    To become healthy inside and out

  • nakeisha

    I_Nakeisha_____ will gladly accept this challenge, and plan to commit to the full segment (July to September 2012). I expect as a result of sticking to the challenge to see my hair_____Grow, seeing how i did the big chop on june 18________ .

    My Goals: Grown my edges back, gain length & health to my hair.

  • http://thedivafiles@blogspot.com Jay

    I_Jay_ will gladly accept this challenge, and plan to commit to the full segment (July to September 2012). I expect as a result of sticking to the challenge to see my hair strong shiny, moisturized, bouncy bountiful, and beautiful

    My Goals:
    Eat Healthier
    Drink more water
    Excercise
    No Lazy Bedtime Rituals
    Daily Castor Oil Scalp Massages
    Not switching products until I run out
    Keeping a record of my progress (hopefully on my blog)

  • http://www.tranSITionsk.blogspot.com Kynny B.

    I Kynny B. will gladly accept this challenge, and plan to commit to the full segment (July to September 2012). I expect as a result of sticking to the challenge to see my hair thrive and achieve body and beauty as well as become healthier and stronger .

    My Goals: To exercise regularly, combat my diet by eating more holistically, and utilizing protective styles. No split ends, no breakage, better hair care overall.

  • Michele

    I Michele L. Mitchell will gladly accept this challenge, and plan to commit to the full segment (July to September 2012). I expect as a result of sticking to the challenge to see my hair healthier, longer, and consistently moisturized.

    My Goals:
    Retain moisture
    Retain length (1.5-2ins.)
    Start Exercising at least once a week
    Increasing my water intake

    • http://afroniquelyyou.com/ afroniquely | shae

      yay cuz!!! :)

  • http://www.facebook.com/ivy.brownskin Ivy

    I Ivy E. Rolle will gladly accept this challenge, and plan to commit to the full segment (July to September 2012). I expect as a result of sticking to the challenge to see my hair stronger, shinier, definitely longer, and always moisturized.

    My Goals:
    Physical fitness (I want to lose 3-4 inches in my waist by the October check-in)
    Drink more water per day
    Length retention
    Keeping my hair’s normal pH balance
    Healthier scalp
    Stick to a set regimen
    Not neglecting my hair while it is in a protective style

  • Gloria

    I Gloria Taylor, will gladly accept this challenge, and plan to commit to the full segment (July to September 2012). I expect as a result of sticking to the challenge to see my hair healthier and free of breakage .

    My Goals:
    Retain length
    utilize protective styling and minimal wash n go styles
    exercise.
    Read my book- Science of black hair ( and actually take notes and apply what Iearn).
    focus focus focus

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