Comments on: I Can’t Go For That http://www.afrobella.com/2006/08/31/i-can%e2%80%99t-go-for-that/ ~ all shades of beautiful Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:38:11 -0700 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 hourly 1 By: Sally P http://www.afrobella.com/2006/08/31/i-can%e2%80%99t-go-for-that/comment-page-4/#comment-268197 Sally P Sun, 11 Oct 2009 20:25:44 +0000 http://afrobella.com/?p=22#comment-268197 I have natural 4c hair that's so kinky-soft & cottony it won't hold a 'fro without parting down the middle. (It's sort of kinky the first day, then starts straightening out during the following days.) Anyway, because I was growing out my relaxer, I have been wearing two-strand twists for about 4 years now, and it gives me the same look as the photos on Miss Jessie's website - WITHOUT all the products, etc! My technique for my hair is simple and easy, resulting in over 6 inches of growth. (Just in the last year, I've gotten another 2 inches of growth, so my hair thrives on what I do! Here it is: 1)I wash my hair every two weeks. And I never, EVER wash my hair loose. I always twist it into two-strand twists first. 2) I co-wash my twists or use a light shampoo like Johnson's Baby Shampoo. 3) Using a thick towel I gently wrap it around my hair for five minutes to soak up the extra water, then I put some coconut oil or olive oil on my hair, and then let it air-dry. (If there are any twists that have come loose at the ends, I re-twist them at this time.) 4)Within a half-hour or less, my hair is dry. I then take out my twists, fluff and go! In the evenings, I simply re-twist my hair back up into the two-strand twists. Becasue I have so much hair, I don't do little tiny ones - I do thicker ones, maybe about 15 over my whole head. (Sometimes my boyfriend helps!) In the morning, I un-twist them again and go. If I want more fullness, I dampen my hands a little and run them quickly through my hair. Volia! It's important to note that every day my hair stretches out more and more. The first day it's shorter, but by the end of the week it's down to mid-back length - NATURALLY! Using No Heat, No Puddings, No Gels, No Chemicals of any sort! And not to seem arrogant - but I'm telling you the living truth - I get compliments on my hair all the time, from everyone: sisters asking my how I got my look, brothas, who shout out, "I Love your hair!"), and most surprisingly, from White Women who have approached me in the downtown business district! They always say, "I love your hair," and...wait for this one: "I wish I could get my hair to do that." Ain't THAT a kicker? White women expressing the desire for kinky hair - I thought I'd NEVER see the day! So, anyway, this is what works for me and I hope it will work for you. But remember, Don't ever wash it while loose,(twist it or braid it first) never, ever comb it (don't worry, it will not tangle if you keep it twisted while washing or at night), and never, never use heat on it - our hair is too delicate for that mess. Ladies, free yourselves! I have natural 4c hair that’s so kinky-soft & cottony it won’t hold a ‘fro without parting down the middle. (It’s sort of kinky the first day, then starts straightening out during the following days.) Anyway, because I was growing out my relaxer, I have been wearing two-strand twists for about 4 years now, and it gives me the same look as the photos on Miss Jessie’s website – WITHOUT all the products, etc! My technique for my hair is simple and easy, resulting in over 6 inches of growth. (Just in the last year, I’ve gotten another 2 inches of growth, so my hair thrives on what I do! Here it is: 1)I wash my hair every two weeks.
And I never, EVER wash my hair loose. I always twist it into two-strand twists first.
2) I co-wash my twists or use a light shampoo like Johnson’s Baby Shampoo.
3) Using a thick towel I gently wrap it around my hair for five minutes to soak up the extra water, then I put some coconut oil or olive oil on my hair, and then let it air-dry. (If there are any twists that have come loose at the ends, I re-twist them at this time.)
4)Within a half-hour or less, my hair is dry. I then take out my twists, fluff and go!
In the evenings, I simply re-twist my hair back up into the two-strand twists. Becasue I have so much hair, I don’t do little tiny ones – I do thicker ones, maybe about 15 over my whole head. (Sometimes my boyfriend helps!) In the morning, I un-twist them again and go. If I want more fullness, I dampen my hands a little and run them quickly through my hair. Volia!
It’s important to note that every day my hair stretches out more and more. The first day it’s shorter, but by the end of the week it’s down to mid-back length – NATURALLY! Using No Heat, No Puddings, No Gels, No Chemicals of any sort! And not to seem arrogant – but I’m telling you the living truth – I get compliments on my hair all the time, from everyone: sisters asking my how I got my look, brothas, who shout out, “I Love your hair!”), and most surprisingly, from White Women who have approached me in the downtown business district! They always say, “I love your hair,” and…wait for this one: “I wish I could get my hair to do that.” Ain’t THAT a kicker? White women expressing the desire for kinky hair – I thought I’d NEVER see the day! So, anyway, this is what works for me and I hope it will work for you. But remember, Don’t ever wash it while loose,(twist it or braid it first) never, ever comb it (don’t worry, it will not tangle if you keep it twisted while washing or at night), and never, never use heat on it – our hair is too delicate for that mess. Ladies, free yourselves!

]]> By: Vonnie http://www.afrobella.com/2006/08/31/i-can%e2%80%99t-go-for-that/comment-page-4/#comment-268096 Vonnie Sat, 10 Oct 2009 17:26:47 +0000 http://afrobella.com/?p=22#comment-268096 I have read this post and found it very informative. I also agree with many that it makes your hair dry-well, at least that is what I experienced from using the curly meringue and pudding. I don't know what my hair numbered texture is and I am not into that, but I do know I have a mixed texture of curly, tight curly--nappy, and wavy. I use Miss Jessie's for twisting and have not tried shingling. To help combat the dryness or frizzy effect, I use a hair polisher and Organics Olive Oil. I do not twist my hair every night, I do twist the parts that may not have as much definition as others. I really think it depends on the supporting products you use on your hair. For instance, I use Nexxus hydrotherrape shampoo and conditioner and I love it. It helps with my hair texture as not to tangle and mat. It really moisturize my hair and feels great during a shampoo. Then I use Miss Jessie's to twist. No, I don't think its the best product in the world, but I like it. I tried Organics twist cream which twist really great, but it is flaky in the hair after about 3-4 days. I try to wash my hair every 3-4 days because I found that this is what I need now that I am natural. Hope this helps someone! I have read this post and found it very informative. I also agree with many that it makes your hair dry-well, at least that is what I experienced from using the curly meringue and pudding. I don’t know what my hair numbered texture is and I am not into that, but I do know I have a mixed texture of curly, tight curly–nappy, and wavy. I use Miss Jessie’s for twisting and have not tried shingling. To help combat the dryness or frizzy effect, I use a hair polisher and Organics Olive Oil.
I do not twist my hair every night, I do twist the parts that may not have as much definition as others. I really think it depends on the supporting products you use on your hair. For instance, I use Nexxus hydrotherrape shampoo and conditioner and I love it. It helps with my hair texture as not to tangle and mat. It really moisturize my hair and feels great during a shampoo. Then I use Miss Jessie’s to twist. No, I don’t think its the best product in the world, but I like it. I tried Organics twist cream which twist really great, but it is flaky in the hair after about 3-4 days. I try to wash my hair every 3-4 days because I found that this is what I need now that I am natural.

Hope this helps someone!

]]> By: AERO http://www.afrobella.com/2006/08/31/i-can%e2%80%99t-go-for-that/comment-page-4/#comment-266910 AERO Fri, 02 Oct 2009 14:37:14 +0000 http://afrobella.com/?p=22#comment-266910 Can't believe I just sat here and read 3 years of posts but that goes to show 1) I'm in a state of confusion about what to do with my hair; and 2) I'm not alone in the struggle! Thanks to everyone who made comments I feel like I have 100+ new sisters out there in the world! I've worn braids for nearly 10 years. Thank goodness my edges are still thick and I don't look like Stevie or Susan T. Anyway, you know there is no way, after 10 years, I'm going back to weekly visits to the salon or waking up every morning to curl my hair. I'm going to try the at-home curly-pudding option first and if that doesn't work, I'm going for the silkener (if I can find Miko). I'm in DC but I'm willing to travel to NYC if she's back there now. Anyway, I just had to share a post and add my voice to the mix. Cheers! Can’t believe I just sat here and read 3 years of posts but that goes to show 1) I’m in a state of confusion about what to do with my hair; and 2) I’m not alone in the struggle! Thanks to everyone who made comments I feel like I have 100+ new sisters out there in the world! I’ve worn braids for nearly 10 years. Thank goodness my edges are still thick and I don’t look like Stevie or Susan T. Anyway, you know there is no way, after 10 years, I’m going back to weekly visits to the salon or waking up every morning to curl my hair. I’m going to try the at-home curly-pudding option first and if that doesn’t work, I’m going for the silkener (if I can find Miko). I’m in DC but I’m willing to travel to NYC if she’s back there now. Anyway, I just had to share a post and add my voice to the mix. Cheers!

]]> By: Cynthia http://www.afrobella.com/2006/08/31/i-can%e2%80%99t-go-for-that/comment-page-4/#comment-265489 Cynthia Mon, 21 Sep 2009 14:41:52 +0000 http://afrobella.com/?p=22#comment-265489 I read most of the reviews and frankly, I love them. I am a licensed hair braider here in FL and used the products on a client with mostly 4a hair. Then I started transitioning and wore my hair in twists. It's great to use Curly Pudding to help with combing your hair if your hair is thick, kinky and two textures like mine. I am a 4a/4b. Anyway, I do swear by the products as I only get Curly Buttercreme and Curly Pudding. The trick is to use sparingly and you won't get the dryness of the hair. I learned that mistake the first time I did a twistout with CB. My hair was gooey and icky. Anyway, I am happy with the products thus far and will buy more in bulk soon as I go out of town again. I purchase the 2oz since my hair isn't always in coils and I use Curls Organic Curl Moisturizer. I don't recommend the Whipped Cream as it made my hair filmy. Oh yeah, if anyone can recommend a great leave-in/deep condish, that would be great! E-mail me that info! Cynthia I read most of the reviews and frankly, I love them. I am a licensed hair braider here in FL and used the products on a client with mostly 4a hair. Then I started transitioning and wore my hair in twists. It’s great to use Curly Pudding to help with combing your hair if your hair is thick, kinky and two textures like mine. I am a 4a/4b. Anyway, I do swear by the products as I only get Curly Buttercreme and Curly Pudding. The trick is to use sparingly and you won’t get the dryness of the hair. I learned that mistake the first time I did a twistout with CB. My hair was gooey and icky. Anyway, I am happy with the products thus far and will buy more in bulk soon as I go out of town again. I purchase the 2oz since my hair isn’t always in coils and I use Curls Organic Curl Moisturizer. I don’t recommend the Whipped Cream as it made my hair filmy. Oh yeah, if anyone can recommend a great leave-in/deep condish, that would be great! E-mail me that info!

Cynthia

]]> By: Chai http://www.afrobella.com/2006/08/31/i-can%e2%80%99t-go-for-that/comment-page-4/#comment-257177 Chai Thu, 23 Jul 2009 20:42:10 +0000 http://afrobella.com/?p=22#comment-257177 I have 4b/4c hair and i love Miss Jessie's products but I can't afford them. I have found that Fantasia IC Gel with Sparkle Lites is a really good alternative to the Curly Pudding and the first four ingredients are identical. For this reason I no longer purchase the curly pudding b/c I can get the fantasia gel for less than $6 and have even found it for 3.99. I use it the same way I would the curly pudding, putting it on just washed and still wet hair, letting it air dry and then going over it with a moisturizer. My hair loooves the buttercreme (not the baby buttercreme though, it soaked that up way too fast). My batch lasted for almost 6 months and I made sure to buy it during the holidays because they are buy one get one free making the 16 0z jar 30. But I am looking for an adequate replacement but so far no luck, my hair isn't the same without it but if I find a replacement I'll be sure to let you know. I haven't tried the shampoo because I use DevaCurl No Poo but I do really like the Rapid Recovery Deep conditioning. All in all, I think that Miss Jessie's is great but is overpriced but until something comparable and cheaper comes along, i'm stuck. I have 4b/4c hair and i love Miss Jessie’s products but I can’t afford them. I have found that Fantasia IC Gel with Sparkle Lites is a really good alternative to the Curly Pudding and the first four ingredients are identical. For this reason I no longer purchase the curly pudding b/c I can get the fantasia gel for less than $6 and have even found it for 3.99. I use it the same way I would the curly pudding, putting it on just washed and still wet hair, letting it air dry and then going over it with a moisturizer.

My hair loooves the buttercreme (not the baby buttercreme though, it soaked that up way too fast). My batch lasted for almost 6 months and I made sure to buy it during the holidays because they are buy one get one free making the 16 0z jar 30. But I am looking for an adequate replacement but so far no luck, my hair isn’t the same without it but if I find a replacement I’ll be sure to let you know.

I haven’t tried the shampoo because I use DevaCurl No Poo but I do really like the Rapid Recovery Deep conditioning. All in all, I think that Miss Jessie’s is great but is overpriced but until something comparable and cheaper comes along, i’m stuck.

]]> By: Tracy Christian http://www.afrobella.com/2006/08/31/i-can%e2%80%99t-go-for-that/comment-page-4/#comment-254367 Tracy Christian Tue, 14 Jul 2009 00:43:30 +0000 http://afrobella.com/?p=22#comment-254367 I've used just about all the Miss Jessie's products. My hair is standard issue African American (if there is such a thing). I've been wearing it in it's natural texture for at least the past five years. Would attach a photo if I knew how. The stuff works, but like it's been noted here, you really have to "work it". Remember "Rio" promising us all hair like Lisa Bonet - well you'll have it the first day. The next day you'll have to glob on more Buttercream to make sure your hair doesn't frizz. I'm sure w/a little work you can formulate the same thing in your kitchen. I found someone in LA who mixes custom conditioner for my hair - less expensive with better results. Her name is Gwen Staples. I’ve used just about all the Miss Jessie’s products. My hair is standard issue African American (if there is such a thing). I’ve been wearing it in it’s natural texture for at least the past five years. Would attach a photo if I knew how. The stuff works, but like it’s been noted here, you really have to “work it”. Remember “Rio” promising us all hair like Lisa Bonet – well you’ll have it the first day. The next day you’ll have to glob on more Buttercream to make sure your hair doesn’t frizz. I’m sure w/a little work you can formulate the same thing in your kitchen.

I found someone in LA who mixes custom conditioner for my hair – less expensive with better results. Her name is Gwen Staples.

]]> By: Miss Jessie’s Product Review | afrobella http://www.afrobella.com/2006/08/31/i-can%e2%80%99t-go-for-that/comment-page-4/#comment-235732 Miss Jessie’s Product Review | afrobella Thu, 23 Apr 2009 17:44:21 +0000 http://afrobella.com/?p=22#comment-235732 [...] Must. Try. Miss. Jessie’s. Curly. Pudding! And I wanted to so, so much. But like I said then, playing with my money is like playing with my emotions. $58 is a LOT to shell out for a hair product. Even if it’s one that’s got the Oprah [...] [...] Must. Try. Miss. Jessie’s. Curly. Pudding! And I wanted to so, so much. But like I said then, playing with my money is like playing with my emotions. $58 is a LOT to shell out for a hair product. Even if it’s one that’s got the Oprah [...]

]]> By: Lakeisha http://www.afrobella.com/2006/08/31/i-can%e2%80%99t-go-for-that/comment-page-4/#comment-197080 Lakeisha Tue, 27 Jan 2009 18:00:35 +0000 http://afrobella.com/?p=22#comment-197080 Afrobella don't even waste your time...I mean I'm all for uplifting my black sista's but not only are Miss Jessie's products expensive it doesn't work. I can admit I've been on the website and was in awe at all of my beautiful black sister's before and after photo's and I couldn't wait to go home and try this myself. I went to Ricky's and spend about $150.00 dollars on the Curly Pudding, Rapid Recovery, Curly Buttercreme, Stetch Silkening Creme and the Creme De La Curl Shampoo. Followed the instructions for the Twist Out 101 and needless to say when I awoke this morning I had no curls whatsoever. My hair was a mess.... I haven't had a perm in a year and I cut off all my perm hair. So can someone tell me what went wrong??????? Afrobella don’t even waste your time…I mean I’m all for uplifting my black sista’s but not only are Miss Jessie’s products expensive it doesn’t work. I can admit I’ve been on the website and was in awe at all of my beautiful black sister’s before and after photo’s and I couldn’t wait to go home and try this myself. I went to Ricky’s and spend about $150.00 dollars on the Curly Pudding, Rapid Recovery, Curly Buttercreme, Stetch Silkening Creme and the Creme De La Curl Shampoo. Followed the instructions for the Twist Out 101 and needless to say when I awoke this morning I had no curls whatsoever. My hair was a mess…. I haven’t had a perm in a year and I cut off all my perm hair. So can someone tell me what went wrong???????

]]> By: Ann http://www.afrobella.com/2006/08/31/i-can%e2%80%99t-go-for-that/comment-page-4/#comment-185281 Ann Fri, 02 Jan 2009 03:35:05 +0000 http://afrobella.com/?p=22#comment-185281 I think Ms. Jessie's products are wonderful. I have tried other brands and am not as satisfied with the less expensive brands. I kow to single ladies or ladies on a serious budget it can seem expensive. What I love about Ms. Jessie's is it works, whatever the claim is on the bottle I experience just that. There is only one drawback with the curly meringue and it states it will reduce shrinkage, I am not as pleased with it for that reason. The shampoo and conditioner are fabulous. My hair has a natural curl to begin with but is kinky and very dry. I shampoo and condition my hair everyday and mix at least two of their puddings for styling my hair. Ms. Jessie's offers us several options in styling products unlike other more inexpensive brands. Other brands mainly have one product for curling and that is it. Ms. Jessie has gone far beyond that with the silkener, the stretch cream and the rapid recovery to name a few. They gear their products towards hair types and finished looks. And they share their styling methods online speaking as a former hairstylist I do not know other stylist who do this. Who could ask for more!! I think Ms. Jessie’s products are wonderful. I have tried other brands and am not as satisfied with the less expensive brands. I kow to single ladies or ladies on a serious budget it can seem expensive. What I love about Ms. Jessie’s is it works, whatever the claim is on the bottle I experience just that. There is only one drawback with the curly meringue and it states it will reduce shrinkage, I am not as pleased with it for that reason. The shampoo and conditioner are fabulous. My hair has a natural curl to begin with but is kinky and very dry. I shampoo and condition my hair everyday and mix at least two of their puddings for styling my hair. Ms. Jessie’s offers us several options in styling products unlike other more inexpensive brands. Other brands mainly have one product for curling and that is it. Ms. Jessie has gone far beyond that with the silkener, the stretch cream and the rapid recovery to name a few. They gear their products towards hair types and finished looks. And they share their styling methods online speaking as a former hairstylist I do not know other stylist who do this. Who could ask for more!!

]]> By: Carissa http://www.afrobella.com/2006/08/31/i-can%e2%80%99t-go-for-that/comment-page-4/#comment-177744 Carissa Fri, 12 Dec 2008 20:16:48 +0000 http://afrobella.com/?p=22#comment-177744 Ok...I have spent the last hour reading the comments. I tried Carol's Daughter, Love the products but could not get the managebility I craved. My hair is thick (very) and is great when I twos strand twist and let dry overnight. It is also very dry. So i finally spent the money and bought Ms. jessies. I also bought a kiddie texturizer (two little girls on the box...I don't remeber the name but it is called a kidde texturizer, not a relaxer. I added olive to my hair before applying the texturizer and only left it on for about 5 minutes. I rinsed following the directions on the box with nuetralizing shampoo. Afterwards I washed with Creme of Nature and conditioned using the Miss Jessie's products. I two strandf twisted with the culry pudding, paying attention to the ends (clipping where needed) and dried under a dryer. I twisted out using the buttercream and I feel as though I walked out of MJ salon! I looks great and I still have my natural look with the manageability I craved. I spent a total of 40.00 bucks (the MJ products are buy one get one during DEC) I know it sounds like al ot but with dryer time, it took like two hours! Ok…I have spent the last hour reading the comments. I tried Carol’s Daughter, Love the products but could not get the managebility I craved. My hair is thick (very) and is great when I twos strand twist and let dry overnight. It is also very dry. So i finally spent the money and bought Ms. jessies. I also bought a kiddie texturizer (two little girls on the box…I don’t remeber the name but it is called a kidde texturizer, not a relaxer. I added olive to my hair before applying the texturizer and only left it on for about 5 minutes. I rinsed following the directions on the box with nuetralizing shampoo. Afterwards I washed with Creme of Nature and conditioned using the Miss Jessie’s products. I two strandf twisted with the culry pudding, paying attention to the ends (clipping where needed) and dried under a dryer. I twisted out using the buttercream and I feel as though I walked out of MJ salon! I looks great and I still have my natural look with the manageability I craved. I spent a total of 40.00 bucks (the MJ products are buy one get one during DEC) I know it sounds like al ot but with dryer time, it took like two hours!

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