I changed my braid pattern to a beehive braid. My crown is not as long as the rest of my hair so I had my mother braid it like this so the top will stay neat and minimize breakage when doing this pattern or taking it down.






I was too lazy to get up and take pic, but I'm sure you get the picture. I already prefer this braid when oiling my scalp and scalp massages.

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I took my braids down. I wish I could say I gently detangled. I did not, but I will definitely do better next time. I did not wash my hair in plaits this time. I just combed it over then washed in sink.

I used ORS Uplifting Shampoo to scalp, then followed with ORS Creamy Aloe to deeply cleanse.
I deep conditioned with Motions CPR Conditioning Treatment for 30 minutes with heating cap. Applied Roux PC after DC'ing.

I did several s/medium cornrows to the back with a small nape braid and a larger braid connecting the ends of the braids. I wanted a beehive, but my mother stood me up so I did this. I did not like how the braids folded over so I wanted to try something different. Hopefully its not too bulky. Hopefully I'll find a braid pattern I like, but I guess the experimentation is good also.

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SENSATIONNEL VOGUE CROP 1B $29.95- samsbeauty.com

So, as you know I finally got sick of Kate. She lasted a good while, though. I am now unto Sensationnel Vogue Crop. I watched a few tutorials on this wig and I liked what I saw. She is a short layered, human hair bob. She actually looks a little different than on the package. The bangs were flipped up, but so perfect for me. I would've styled her this way anyway. She is great straight out of the bag. She is light. The length is off my neck, but covers my nape. I like how clean the cut is in the back. She has great movement, not all in my face. I really like her so far. Great choice.

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I really like her. She'll be perfect for summer wear and work also. Let me know what you think.

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Prepoo- Oil Mix for 15mins. with heat cap.
Shampoo- ORS Uplifting Shampoo to scalp
Deep Condition- NTM DC, honey & Motions CPR conditioner (I really didn't need all of that, but I guess I wanted to make sure it was well conditioned) with heat for 45 mins.
Leave Ins- Cantu Shea Butter, Oil Mix
Blow dry in sections.
Moisturized hair with EQP Mango Butter & Olive Oil moisturizer. Braided hair into about 9 medium size cornrows. I did smaller braids where my bangs are to keep hair from unraveling and only one nape braid this time. I plan to braid it in a beehive style next time.

Smaller braids in the middle, linked to normal braids in the back.

Review 2 wk wig regimen:
My hair was moist. I did not have to deal with itching scalp or dandruff however it was a bit much to do every two weeks, especially if the goal is low manipulation.

Review 4 wk wig regimen:
My hair was dry. There was alot of shed/ broken hair. My scalp was dry even though I moisturized and sealed. I was using a detangler and not a moisturizing braid spray. I have since purchased a nourishing braid spray. I felt that this was too long not to wash my hair. I just couldn't go that long again. Even washing my hair in braids feels awkward. My hair did not like the 4wk regimen.

I have decided to have a 3wk wash regimen while in wigs. I mist my hair and wig cap lightly prior to putting on wig cap. I moisturize and seal at least twice a week. Oil my scalp with Castor/ Tea Tree Oil or Oil Mix at least two times per week. I am currently spraying braids and wig cap prior to putting wig on. I will continue to do this. I have also incorporated GHE(Green House Effect) after oiling my scalp or m&s. I may use a scalp antiseptic once a week instead of wash. Nothing is written in stone until I get it right.

I am still happy wigging it right now. I do not feel like I'm forcing myself. My hair seems to be thriving. I noticed since GHE and using a braid spray my hair is moist longer. My hair does not now nor did it have an odor with either braided regimen.


Wig Review: Kate by Biba/ Carmen $39.95
Purchased at local BSS
I have been wearing Kate with no issues. I love this wig. I get so many compliments on this look. I purchased her March 2013. I have been wearing her since March 2nd. She was still going strong when I decided to retire her. In researching synthetic wigs, I found that they do not last long. I beg to differ. This wig still looks great. Enjoyed Kate, thoroughly. Her curls snapped back after wash. She aged gracefully.

Today I washed my synthetic wig in a large bowl. I used my Demert Wig Shampoo for synthetic and natural hair. It doesn't strip wig of color and it deodorizes. I bought this shampoo about 6 yrs ago in Texas. A little goes a long way it doesn't take much.

The process:
I fill a basin/sink/large bowl with luke warm water and a few drops of this shampoo.
I sit my wig gently in the bowl and gently swish it not manipulating the style or texture of the wig. I swish it gently a few times then I let it sit for a minute, literally. I then gently dunk it into the bowl about 2-3 times.
To rinse, I empty out wash water then fill bowl with cool water. I let it sit then gently agitate and dunk it.
I make sure there are no suds before I hang it up to dry. I learned from research the if you put it on a mannequin head it can stretch cap or prevent it from drying thoroughly. Instead, I use a cheap clothes hanger with clamp. I get them when purchasing clothes and just have a few for skirts also. Anyway, I find a flat part of the wig, normally underneath the bangs, attach clamp to wig cap and hang in shower area to drip dry.

This is a quick process. It's very important to remember not to use anything but your fingers when wig is wet. Do not mess up the hair while washing. I try to keep hairstyle in tact to help it maintain its style while it dries.

Ok, so I decided I want to take my braids down every three weeks to detangle and wash. I waited four weeks last time and I could tell that that was too long. My scalp and forehead were itching. I'll wash my wig as needed. My current wig-Kate is holding up well.

I m&s every few days. I would mist my hair and seal with light oil prior to putting on wig cap.I noticed that my hair was moist when I took the braids out. They did not have an odor.

I am still happy with wigging it right now. Surprisingly I'm not bored because I love the ease/ lack of hairstyling and my wig normally just needs a shake to refresh the style. My hair seems to be thriving. I can't wait to do a length check. I do not plan to relax anytime soon.

I did a wig haul also from samsbeauty.com . They had a great sale. I purchased a few wigs (11) from my wishlist that will also carry me through my one year challenge. The price of all eleven wigs was still cheaper than a sew in, hopefully I like them.

Braid Pattern:

My first wash I did 6 cornrows to the back, they were too big and did not last well. This last wash I did 8 cornrows and 2 horizontal nape braids to protect my nape while wigging. I braid them together then pin them in between braids. This upcoming wash I plan to keep braids on the sides the same size, but make crown braids smaller because they unravel due to length of bangs and thin spot.