Today's Hair Inspiration:" Health before Length"

Though many will be wondering if I have abandoned this blog, NO, school has simply been determined to destroy my live. But exams are almost over and I'm graduating soon!! and my vacation is about to begin!! and well in extension MORE UPDATES!

Firstly....I HAD A SET BACK. Well...I should not call it a "set back" exactly...to be completely honest, it was a CONSCIOUS set back. I mentioned here that I'd reached APL (arm pit length) a couple months ago but since then gradually I have been cutting my ends off. Why, you may ask? My first relaxer did not go so well (and I mean my verrryyy first) so I made the decision to cut off my thin, over processed hair gradually and I have been doing so effectively. At the moment my hair is extremely thick! Sometimes I forget that I even have a relaxer! And although I have returned to SL (shoulder length) I have achieved exactly what I wanted,  thick, healthy relaxed  hair.I am currently 10 weeks post relaxer (my last relaxer was in March) and my new growth is not troublesome just yet, surprisingly.

I'm also trying some new products, finally adding moisture to my hair regimen. My staple products: Mega Growth Break Free Leave in Strengthener, Mega Growth Deep Conditioner (Protein), ORS Moisturizing Lotion and Coconut Oil have  remained but I have since changed my Shampoos (including a Sulfate Free to my regimen), Conditioner, Moisturizing Deep Conditioner, added a new styling products and "hot oil" treatment. Products in italic have been mentioned and reviewed here previously, those in bold will be reviewed soon as they are currently still in trial mode and I am making my decisions about them along the way.

As a go-to protective style I have resorted to the infamous Senegalese twists, finally learning how to do them myself, but I will not be doing this style on my hair regularly as it can repossess length as quickly as it helps to achieve it and I am determined not to get unnecessary breakage. Also, the decision to color my hair has been replaying in my mind for past couple months. Although it is have stated that coloring relaxed hair can be  dangerous I have been convinced that it may be a risk I am willing to take - in a matter of time. As for now, I am cautiously listening to my hair and observing it's likes and dislikes, and depending on it's condition I will then schedule a day to change my color.



TaTa for now XOXO

Missed me? Because...I missed you! =)

Wow! I am neglecting my blogger duties! Shame on me! I am deeply and truly sorry you all. I've been really busy with balancing school and my personal life that I had to put this on hold for a while. As many would know Trinidad and Tobago celebrated Carnival at the end of February and so being a very patriotic citizen I played my part parading on the nation's streets to Soca, Calypso and Steelpan. It was the ultimate experience! And now exams is slowly approaching and well the stress of it all is also becoming over-powering with the rush of getting projects done and studying....


...But onto a more stress free topic =)


Rememer my decision to stretch my relaxer? Well I am currently 9 weeks post relaxer ( this Wednesday 14th March will make it 10 weeks) and my God have my hair grown! I continue to follow my hair regimen with the use of the same products which have helped a lot to not only moisturise but also strenghten my hair. I finger comb my hair instead of combing it out and that has helped a lot in preventing breakage! My goal at the moment is to stretch for at least 16 to 17 weeks and this is the FIRST time that I'm doing a stretch of so long so I'm being very observant, patient and gentle with my hair. 

My head tie and silk bonnet have become my best friends. I don't sleep without them and sometimes I want to where them all day, err'day! I massage my hair every night after my ritual of moisturising and sealing and I am very proud of my results thus far. =) Just a couple more weeks to go! 



TaTa for now XOXO

From Root to Tip: Everything you need to know about my hair and my current Hair Regimen

This is all the information about my hair and how I take care of it. I will update it over time with any changes.

The Past:
My first relaxer was in February 2009 and honestly that the biggest mistake I ever made. I obviously did not know how to take care of my hair and it broke terribly. I was very uneducated on this topic and used close to no hair products! Later that year I transitioned to my natural hair and learnt how to manage my hair, that process went extremely well and my hair was strong, thick and healthy. On January of 2011 I began to contemplate on relaxing again and began my research....told you I Googled everything (lol).

New Beginning:
After accumulating all the information on the pros and cons of relaxed hair, the products that would be necessary to maintain healthy, strong, growing chemically treated hair, I came to my final decision on July of 2012. I purchased my hair products before hand (the ones I got excellent reviews on and decided on trying) and then visited my hair stylist. Relaxing was a decision based mainly on manageability and time consumption. It took alot of time for me to maintain my natural hair because of how thick my hair is. So far, presently, I have a hair regimen in place that seems to be working leaving my hair moisturized and growing.

My Hair Type:
4a

My Current Hair Length:

Shoulder Length

My Hair Goal :
Mid Back Length

Hair Regimen

Applications are as in the order listed.

Daily:

Motions Nourish Leave in Conditioner
Profectiv Root Health Growth & Repair Anti Itch Oil Free Serum

Pure Coconut Oil / ORS Coconut Oil

Weekly: (I deep condition my hair twice a week)

once on wet hair
Motions Marula Natural Therapy Conditioner
Organic Root Stimulator Olive Oil Deep Conditioner (which I do overnight for 24hrs)
Motions Norish Leave in Conditioner
Profectiv Root Health Growth & Repair Anti Itch Oil Free Serum
Pure Coconut Oil / ORS Coconut Oil

once on dry hair
Organic Root Stimulator Olive Oil Deep Conditioner (which I do overnight for 24hrs)
Motions Nourish Leave in Conditioner
Profectiv Root Health Growth & Repair Anti Itch Oil Free Serum
Pure Coconut Oil / ORS Coconut Oil

Monthly:

Coconut Oil Hot Oil Treatment

Motions Marula Natural Therapy Strenghtening Shampoo

Profectiv Mega Growth Deep Strengthening Conditioner (which I do for 24hrs)

Motions Nourish Leave in Conditioner
Profectiv Root Health Growth & Repair Anti Itch Oil Free Serum
Pure Coconut Oil / ORS Coconut Oil


*N.B. I always air dry. The less heat the better! I wear protective styles to secure my ends and prevent them from breaking.

TaTa for now XOXO

Let's Get Acquainted!

Hi there! I have to say I find it strange that I'm feeling nervous doing this O.o I'll begin with saying that this blog is basically about my hair journey and its progress and failures. I decided to begin my hair journey on the 2nd of  February 2012 and this is my means of recording the events. I do not know everything and I am ready and eager to learn from you as well as share my knowledge on Hair Health. Hopefully I can help you along your journey too. Along with hair I would be often engae "chit chat" about fashion, cosmetics, music, books and movies to spice up the entertainment a little.

The name VintageFashionAmour is a collection of some of my famourite things. I am in absolute love with VINTAGE!!! =) Vintage decor, fashion, paintings, buildings....BEA-UTIFUL (^_^). Fashion is another thing I adore simply because it amazes me the ways in which people can tell a story of themselves through their fashion sense. Such an inspiration :) And lastly....Amour...the French word for "Love." I love French....if only i could speak it (ha). France is actually on my "places I want to visit in my lifetime" list...its such a romantic and breath-taking place. I hope this gives a slight insight on who I am...a little introduction for my new community.

TaTa for now XOXO