tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post4646819096004693863..comments2024-03-13T03:25:01.756-07:00Comments on The Moptop Maven.com | The Premier Source For All Things Creative, Fly & Fashionable: Winterproof Your Hair! The Weather Is Changing. Has Your Hair Regimen?Mop Top Mavenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01015978415066958745noreply@blogger.comBlogger30125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post-48726604705459762102010-12-12T08:21:46.827-08:002010-12-12T08:21:46.827-08:00we experiencing harmattan in Ghana n it n i just g...we experiencing harmattan in Ghana n it n i just grew my hair to my middle back n my tresses are very healthy, hope these tips will be useful because i dont want to wear a weave this christmasAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post-88522561587223384682010-10-26T15:04:43.309-07:002010-10-26T15:04:43.309-07:00Omg I don't if I should get a weave as a prote...Omg I don't if I should get a weave as a protective style anymore. I got a sewed in weave last Saturday and I had to take it down on the following Thursday. After 5 days It was still too tight. I couldn’t handle it no more. Believe it or not only 5 days and I already had 2 little bold spot. Me who’s been so careful with my hair since my BC in april. So ladies please make sure your extensions on not put on too tightMs. Mariehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01409375371734558805noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post-3834360328682872922010-10-12T11:06:59.041-07:002010-10-12T11:06:59.041-07:00This is such interesting information! Who would ha...This is such interesting information! Who would have thought after 12 yrs of being natural I still am learning new things! Thanks for the informative blog (both hair and fashion)<br />So Im thinking its the glycerin in Oyins juices and berries thats making my hair kinda dull and dry?? Baffling though because when I use the Whipped butter its fine...trust i love that stuff so Im happy,but I guess I'll just have to switch up my leave in this winter...bummer I really do like juices and berries lolUnknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17495652870475808025noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post-91464524171848841892010-10-10T08:39:35.527-07:002010-10-10T08:39:35.527-07:00I didn't know that about the glycerin, great t...I didn't know that about the glycerin, great tip for the winter! Is it okay if I post this on a natural info board i have up in my yoga studio? Such good into to know! :)The Retro Naturalhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08417750475148888546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post-58639275947727956072010-10-07T18:26:06.643-07:002010-10-07T18:26:06.643-07:00It's the funniest thing, I can ONLY use stuff ...It's the funniest thing, I can ONLY use stuff with glycerin in the winter!! In the hotter weather my hair boycotts it like crazy. Like curl junkie aloe fix, I can only use in the cold! And my hair is sooo soft. Go figure.EmpressRihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02364695584501783308noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post-16475325327250977192010-10-05T10:05:07.765-07:002010-10-05T10:05:07.765-07:00i was thinking of keeping my hair in protective st...i was thinking of keeping my hair in protective styles this winter. I think that'll be my best best.<br /><br />http://thegrandduchy.blogspot.com/2010/10/fire-in-sky-off-topic.htmlVeronicahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15680445235822950274noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post-82691895966883943082010-10-05T09:11:06.734-07:002010-10-05T09:11:06.734-07:00Thank you for these tips, I am really looking forw...Thank you for these tips, I am really looking forward to your up coming post on protective styles. I can pull my hair back but it is just a big, thick puff and I can't seem to bun it. I also don't like to do twist because I look too juvenile since I'm 35+. I am still learning a lot about my natural hair and haven't quite figured out a routine I stick with, I keep jumping from products to products I really don't see much difference, but I do love Jane Carter's twist and lock.CChttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01075561018726513131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post-35891393443090611802010-10-05T08:56:21.683-07:002010-10-05T08:56:21.683-07:00Kimmoy have you tried homamde flax seed gel made w...Kimmoy have you tried homamde flax seed gel made with spring water? there are some videos on youtube about how to make it. it works well on wet or dry hair without buildup and I find it hydrating. I gave it to my brother who has permanent locs once and he loved it. it's not a humectant (aloe is), so it works all year round, and it even has slight cleansing properties if you rinse it off. It also keeps your locs shiny and all put together. <br /><br />V.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post-16373129519817794672010-10-05T08:13:05.508-07:002010-10-05T08:13:05.508-07:00WOW, great blog post Im taking notes!! Thank you f...WOW, great blog post Im taking notes!! Thank you for the information Im always trying to find something to define my curls & keep them moisturized!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post-61127052755544629912010-10-05T07:16:50.778-07:002010-10-05T07:16:50.778-07:00Great tips! I definitely need to change up my rout...Great tips! I definitely need to change up my routine cause my scalp is already dry from the weather change. Question on protective styling: I have locs and when I get my hair styled, it can last 2 weeks but the dryness usually takes effect and I have to wash out my $65 hair do because I can't take the flakiness or itchiness anymore. What can I do to maintain it for 2 weeks? Braid sprays just didn't do it for me.Kimmoyhttp://www.thecurvycoach.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post-64894372411046296152010-10-05T06:43:48.229-07:002010-10-05T06:43:48.229-07:00looking forward to the protective hairs styles!!!looking forward to the protective hairs styles!!!Rosienoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post-72199028321368929162010-10-04T22:04:26.457-07:002010-10-04T22:04:26.457-07:00hey, can you give tips on keeping the hair moistur...hey, can you give tips on keeping the hair moisturized while protective styling (braids, twists)? i just got braids with extensions today and I am having moisture issues. i would hate to take the braids out and have drier hair. i don't want the state of my hair to deteriorate while protective styling.<br /><br />thanks!needmoremoisturenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post-82414145946993211592010-10-04T20:55:11.560-07:002010-10-04T20:55:11.560-07:00Wonderful advice.
I use a humidifier in the winte...Wonderful advice.<br /><br />I use a humidifier in the winter to help combat the dry indoor air. It wrecks havoc on your tresses!nappy headed black girlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06771746121323842589noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post-14601046968912982992010-10-04T17:50:21.025-07:002010-10-04T17:50:21.025-07:00Thanks 4 these tipsThanks 4 these tipsmikeyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17184147811751570391noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post-80361945083504299162010-10-04T17:01:45.873-07:002010-10-04T17:01:45.873-07:00@CURLY + NERDY; Thank you very much!
@socialited...@CURLY + NERDY; Thank you very much! <br /><br />@socialitedreams; sounds like you have your regimen all ready to go! <br /><br />@L ~DIY Diva~ Thank you, I hope you find these tips useful this year! <br /><br />@RoxysHouseOfVintage.com; You must be very careful around the hairline. You also have to make sure that you moisturize more during the winter because not only does your hair have to deal with the drier weather, but the wig can also suck the moisture out of your hair. Moisturize, moisturize, moisturize. <br /><br />@Growing and Living in NYC; You're welcome! Thank you! <br /><br />@Da DEFINITION...; Thank you!! <br /><br />@Hell Notes for Beauty™ Thank you! And isn't Castor Oil amazing?!?!?<br /><br />@vanilla-09; It can, but be sure to wear a silk scarf underneath to protect your hair from the friction! <br /><br />@The Randomness; There ya go! Glad I was able to make sense out of that one! It threw me for a loop the first time as well! <br /><br />@Afrikan Latina; I am going to have to buy some of this liquid gold real soon!<br /><br />@BreukelensFinest; Thank you! <br /><br />@zainab1; Thanks! <br /><br />@Fatin; Thank you! I just corrected the link! <br /><br />@Anonymous; Stay tuned! And I have never tried the silk wrap method. Honestly the amount of hair I have intimidates me to even try it! LOL <br /><br />@Passion; Humectants are definitely in this product but they are closer to the end of the ingredient list so they still manage to work for me. There are a lot of products that contain humectants [conditioners and leave-in;s especially], both natural and synthetic; however the key for me is making sure I pick products that has them listed further down in the ingredients versus the first few ingredients. I haven't tried Yes to cucumbers, going to have to give that one a shot! And I absolutely love Oyin's burnt sugar pomade.Mop Top Mavenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01015978415066958745noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post-42628308501529115562010-10-04T16:44:10.943-07:002010-10-04T16:44:10.943-07:00Oyin's Whipped Pudding has vegetable glycerine...Oyin's Whipped Pudding has vegetable glycerine and honey in it which are both humectants. <br /><br />My winter routine for last year:<br /><br />Shampoo: Giovanni Deep Mositure every 7 days<br />Conditioner: Sauve<br />Deep Conditioner: Jessie Curl Weekly Deep Treat or Aubreys Organic Honeysuckle Rose with every wash<br />Leave-In: Giovanni Direct Leave-in<br />Oil: EVOO<br /><br />This year I am going to revamp my reggie by adding Oyin's Burnt Sugar Pomade, a second leave-in without protien, another DC to sub for Aubrey's and Yes to cucumbers for my conditioner. I also plan on adding a light daily moisturizer without con's. <br /><br />Thanks for the post.Passionhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10843233970521781957noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post-55902670569430994202010-10-04T16:36:17.325-07:002010-10-04T16:36:17.325-07:00I am looking forward to the coming straight hair t...I am looking forward to the coming straight hair tips! I'm finally committing to straightening myself and I'd like to know about products, upkeep (the idea of "moisterizing" my straightened hair just seems so foreign to me - my hair is easily weighed down when I add anything to it while straight, so curious to see what hte suggestions are.) <br /><br />ALSO would love to see you try the "Silk Wrap." I'm not too keen on attempting to flatiron or press my own hair, but the silk wrap seems like a simpler alternative.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post-66626680494590455622010-10-04T16:31:19.681-07:002010-10-04T16:31:19.681-07:00Thank you for this article!
However, fyi, the lin...Thank you for this article!<br /><br />However, fyi, the link in the "Exfoliate Your Scalp" entry is wrong. It points to the Aubrey Organics website instead of a post on scalp exfoliation.Fatinnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post-76484433131797061232010-10-04T16:23:42.573-07:002010-10-04T16:23:42.573-07:00Great post very beneficial! ...love it:) take car...Great post very beneficial! ...love it:) take care.<br /><br />zainab1<br />AuNaturale007.blogspot.comAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16737460468957770780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post-37163597556488552512010-10-04T16:06:04.525-07:002010-10-04T16:06:04.525-07:00biggest tip here is to put away the glycerin! so m...biggest tip here is to put away the glycerin! so many people involve it in their regimen without thinking about the weather change.<br /><br />great post! very informative and i LOVE the picture<br /><br />missdeeplyrooted.blogspot.comBreukelensFinesthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12219494305608915180noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post-78087399205765776402010-10-04T15:40:48.265-07:002010-10-04T15:40:48.265-07:00Jamaican Black Castor oil became my best friend th...Jamaican Black Castor oil became my best friend this past year and I am going to make this my go to product for the winter for the first time. Its liquid gold ladies!Afrikan Latinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15339232403772659483noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post-44917024767757720932010-10-04T15:08:43.057-07:002010-10-04T15:08:43.057-07:00Thank you for this post! I never understood why my...Thank you for this post! I never understood why my hair ended up crunchy after a glycerin and water spritz :)The Randomnesshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03796758249915688999noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post-62503621948724127322010-10-04T15:00:07.293-07:002010-10-04T15:00:07.293-07:00Could wearing hats also protect the hair when outs...Could wearing hats also protect the hair when outside?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post-85993720968659766752010-10-04T14:35:55.075-07:002010-10-04T14:35:55.075-07:00I love castor it's like no toher oil worksfor ...I love castor it's like no toher oil worksfor me like castor does so I will def keep it to seal. Asfar as protective styles all the way until the holidays. Great post!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12286994167822577439noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6619950971211244776.post-34026182772416118472010-10-04T13:54:49.671-07:002010-10-04T13:54:49.671-07:00my friends and i were just talking about this beca...my friends and i were just talking about this because i'm going to do my BC soon so i was looking for some help on winterizing my hair. Thanks!!! I love the blog!!!W. Nicole (FearceDiva)https://www.blogger.com/profile/17564428949740577082noreply@blogger.com