Natural hair

Valerie,
I agree with you 100%! My dry hair definitely needs oil/moisture. I just
started using the Aveda Humectant--I'm in love! I keep going to the ladies
room to check out my locks. I can hardly believe how my hair now looks and
feels. The dryness is gone--even what's left of the chemically altered ends
are no longer dry. All this without any greasiness and without having to
use a lot of the product :-)
Sandy,
Congrats on the new you! You mentioned on your website your purchase of the
Sisterlocks moisture product. Will you list the ingredients here, please?
Thanks,
Sandust

the meeting on the anha email list. If not, Sigrid, could you
please send me a private e-mail in a week or so and let me
know what was discussed? <<
Sandy,
You were spending too much time kissing yourself with your new
Sisterlocks! Here it is:
http://www.egroups.com/message/anha/2374?&start=2351

I have a kinda stupid question. I forgot to ask my consultant how long I'm
supposed to wait before I wash my hair, and how often should I wash it?
I'm kinda impatient to wash it cuz the instructions in the starter kit say
that the parts fill in after 2 or 3 shampoos, and I want to hurry it along.
-- Sandy
http://home.earthlink.net/~diamonique/sisterlocks/journey.html
"A celebrity is one who is known to many persons he is glad he doesn't know."
--H. L. Mencken

Greetings everyone! I've finally gotten MOST of the boxes unpacked!
So now I can once again focus on this wonderful group that I've
missed the past couple of weeks!
I've just spent the last few hours reading all of the post's and
rechecking out the web sites. It was great catching up. SANDY...
YOU LOOK FAN-TAS-TIC!! If you weren't my "hommie" I'd be a'lil
jealous! :
don't know when I'll get a chance to get back to Detroit!!!! : < (
But I'm still trying to get in touch with the two consultants here in
GA.....so I'll keep you informed.
Much Love and Respect to you and PAT and all of the wonderful Sista's
who share their stories with us everyday. I hope to contribute my
story one day SOON!
~Peace N Eternal Blessings
Ericka~

Go to http://www.sisterlocks.com. They have a page there which lists the
various cities where you can find a consultant. I was just reading it
yesterday, but I don't recall seeing anyone in Canada at all.
-- Sandy

I'm so happy to see you pictures. Thanks for sharing your journey also. So
now I will not be the only one out there sharing my pics with the world. I
printed out your story to put in my files.
Yeah!!! Looking real good gurl!!! WELCOME
I can't wait until the home coming. Next weekend. Anyone else on the list
going? See Ya there.
Take care
Talk to you soon.
Love and blessings to Ya!!
Pat
http://www.bewellnet.com/phunley/locks/sisterlocks.html

Dear Sandy,
Congratulations to you on your Sisterlocks!!! I cannot thank you enough
for sharing your experience. It only gets better and that's the truth!! I
have been attempting to become a consultant ever since I've had my locks put
in. I now have to wait a few months since I am expecting. None the less, I
am truly encouraged by your enthusiasm for your consultants and it does help
that one of their names was Sheila. :-) Whenever I really get discouraged
or impatient all I have to do is go to your web page and just pretend that
it was me. Truly my day is coming. Not only that praise God for His Gospel
music!!! What a blessing!!! Once again thanks so much for sharing!!!!
God Bless,
Sheila

Hi, everyone.
I'm wondering if anyone can tell me where I can get this hairstyle
done in the Toronto, Ontario area. Also, does anyone know anything
about the Canadian pricing. Any information would be much appreciated.
Thanks!

I got my Sisterlocks yesterday, and the pictures are on the web! Check me
out at http://home.earthlink.net/~diamonique/sisterlocks/journey.html
-- Sandy

I plan to be there. This cruise sounds like *so* much fun!
-- Sandy

FYI: There is a natural hair chat starting at 10PM ET:
<anha@egroups.com
Date: Sat Jul 22, 2000 8:02pm
Subject: Reminder - ANHA Chat
We would like to remind you of this upcoming event.
ANHA Chat
Date: Sunday, July 23, 2000
Time: 10:00PM - 12:00AM EDT (GMT-04:00)
our first chat...to discuss possible cruise destinations
and dates...also a cyber get together

Monday? Monday?! Did y'all really think I could stand to wait until
Monday to see these pictures? I got 'em already and they'll be on the
website tonight!
Impatient, ain't I? LOL!
-- Sandy

Sandy,
I am so glad that you are happy with your locks. It is always great when our
dreams live up to our expectations. I am looking forward to seeing your
pictures on Monday.
Valerie
"Life is a sonnet: You are given the form
and then must write your own poem."
Madeleine L'Engle

Sandy,
YYYAAAAYYYYY!
I'm so happy for you, Sis! Believe all of us -- it will just
get better and better. If you are happy now, just wait until
this winter!
Ya know, some of those glamour shots in the Sisterlocks
books don't even take any work. Last night I put my locs in
a ponytail on the top of my crown. This AM, I and took them
down and shook. They look just like several pictures of the
ladies in the glamour book.
This is such fun -- I wish everyone could experience it.

I don't think the no oil plan works anywhere that actually has more than one
season. I know that if I don't oil in the summer and winter in Texas, I will
have a mess on my hands. It doesn't take a lot, but it does take some oil. I
like using a light olive oil that I scent myself.
Valerie
"Life is a sonnet: You are given the form
and then must write your own poem."
Madeleine L'Engle

We're over the half-way mark. I have to go back in the morning to finish
up. We're taking lots of pictures, and I plan to develop them and get them
on the web on Monday.
Yes I love it so far!
-- Sandy

this.
**************
The family is here with you.....
(((( HUG ))))))) and Kisses :-+
You will not be sorry.
Glad to have met you ..... glad we are friends.
May peace that surpass all understanding be with my "sister"
today as she steps into a "new" wilderness.
The master truely made us ALL unique for a reason.... it's part
of the plan. Enjoy the REAL you..... AMEN
LOVE YA
talk to you soon,
Your "Sisterlock" ... Sista
Pat

Well today is my day! Yippeee!!!!!!!!!
Last night I did as my consultant told me. I washed it, conditioned it,
and let it dry naturally. No combing or brushing. Then I put the satin
scarf on it and went to bed. Yes the scarf was still on when I got up this
morning. <g
It's very soft, but it's also very dry. It really needs some kind of
moisturizer. I hope she puts something on it tonight. I just can't see me
living without putting *any* kind of moisturizer in this dry stuf.
My hair looks like an afro. Fuzzy/curly. I didn't know that permed hair
curled up like this when it dries naturally. I put a couple of combs in
the sides to hold it down. I look like scarey woman. :-) I'll take a
couple of pictures so you can see this weird hairdo.
I plan to leave work as early as I can to get started on my journey. Send
some hair vibes through cyberspace for me. I'm feeling kinda nervous and I
don't know why. I have absolutely no doubts about doing this. I've felt a
sense of freedom ever since I made the decision, so I don't know why I'd be
feeling nervous about it today.
-- Sandy
http://home.earthlink.net/~diamonique/sisterlocks/journey.html
"A celebrity is one who is known to many persons he is glad he doesn't know."
--H. L. Mencken

--- In LockItUp@egroups.com, Sandy Fields <diamonique@e...
Sho you right! I'm waiting for the technology everywhere so
we can watch you in the shop from our workstations' camera!

too. When I get the urge to grab some scissors and whack it
all of cuz it's not growing fast enough to suit me (3 inches
overnight would do it <g
fast enough, you'll stop me. Won't you? Won't you?!!! <<
DEFINITELY!!! The good thing is that you KNOW what to expect
and are preparing yourself for it. You also you KNOW that in
6 months you will look FABULOUS. You'll have those 3+ inches
and the scalp will be all filled in and your locs will phoof
up. The snows in Michigan will be your friend because it will
only make your locs prettier.
Last year, A friend/colleague watched Paleri & I get ours and
considered them. She was talked out of it by her other
friend who is a traditional beautician. She proceeded to get
her hair lyed/fried/dyed and turned almost 10 inches of a
NATURAL mane to 2-5 inches of damaged hair. I know she is
regretting her decision now.
Her "friend" only had had one good point -- how can she
NOT put any oils on her hair? She was right about that
and we've learned that we have to break that rule in
Colorado. No oil is fine for humid areas. I was in New
Orleans a few months ago and then Richmond, VA and I
didn't need to add anything during those weeks.
However, we do need a little oil here. I mean a little:
1/2 T applied after washing once/week. I use a shea
butter & essential oil blend. If I had done that earlier,
my hair would be an average of 12 in. long instead of
8 in. My natural ends broke off significantly during the
dry winter.
I wish JoAnne would come out here for a week or two. She
would modify her rules a little.

ROFLMBO!
Not quite yet. We're gettin' there. Hee hee!
Tomorrow should be interesting. I have to wash and condition my hair, and
then put "absolutely nothing else" on it. I guess I'll just do a couple of
braids for work tomorrow. But when it starts flying up in spots because I
don't have any get on it, I'm sure I'll get some strange looks from
co-workers. But ask me if I care. LOL!
I know you're all gonna help me through this transition, too. When I get
the urge to grab some scissors and whack it all of cuz it's not growing
fast enough to suit me (3 inches overnight would do it <g
LOL!
-- Sandy (ordered my tshirt for Detroit's Happy Nappy Day!)

So Sandy .... any labor pains yet. Is it time?
You know all the "family" (LockItUp) members wanta be the first
to know.
Good thing we don't have unlimited means .. we would ALL be in
the delivery room (salon) with you... Ask Sigrid and Paleri
about when I got my Sisterlocks.
We will have to give your Locs a name...... You know they do
have a personality of their own don't you? Just like a child.
You will want them to go this way and ... they will do the
opposite. But even with that in mind you grow to love them
just the same.
I think Auntie Pat (me) should be the first to know in my
humble opinion of course No pressure at all.
Peace and (future) Nappiness
(((( HUG )))))

Pat,
I see you did not 'fess up about bringing in a digital camera
to the salon. :-)

I'm reading the instructions on the sample packet of herbal rinse. The
instructions say put 1 teaspoon of the herbs into a muslin strainer and
steep in a half cup (more water for longer hair) of hot water for 16 to 20
minutes until the water is lukewarm. Pour over the hair as a final rinse.
This seems like an awful small amount. 1/2 cup -- or even one whole cup --
isn't very much when you're trying to cover the entire head. My hair is
about 6 inches long. Whaddya think?
-- Sandy
http://home.earthlink.net/~diamonique/sisterlocks/journey.html
"A celebrity is one who is known to many persons he is glad he doesn't know."
--H. L. Mencken

hey Sandy,
I am Carina. I had my hair braided for a minute. Now I am rocking
my two strand twists, and plan on braiding it again for the cruise
that I am going on in August. i will continue to get it twisted and
braided until next july when i will finally get my sister locks and I
can't wait. I am very excited about the whole process. i am just
waiting for this little bit of overly pressed hair to go a head and
grow out from when I had to train my hair for my best friend wedding
last year. it is almost there, but I want to make sure I lock it in
a virgin state for the most part. I have also decided to take a few
classes on hair and maybe go for my licence. I am not giving up my
major of Speech Pathology, but this will be something else I can have
under my belt, maybe do it on the week ends, ( mo money mo money,:-))
One love, Carina Chimdi

Say what is straw setting?

I already have it all in a box. I'm giving it to my daughter. For the
first few months I plan to use only Sisterlocks products on my hair. After
that, I'll be using some of the all natural products I've discovered since
I decided to stop perming. Everything is going to her except my
blow-dryer, heat cap, and carrot oil.
3 curling irons, brushes (I already gave up my combs <g
I'm so excited I can't stand myself! I already have my roll of film to
take with me to capture the moment of my crossover. :-)
LOL! How many people take cameras to the beauty shop? :-)
-- Sandy

This list is really growing! I see that quite a few people joined last
week, and I just wanted to say hello and welcome!
We'd love to hear from all of you. What style are you wearing
now? Sisterlocks? Other types of natural hairstyles? How's the
transition phase going for you? Do we have any consultants on the list
yet? Anyone got any hair care tips?
-- Sandy

I look foreward to meeting you on Saturday.
Lynda

Girl, I know you are on the edge here. Only 6 days left
before Sisterlocks! Get ready to throw away all of your
old hair STUFF. Get a BIG garbage bag to haul them away.
I had more STUFF: pressing combs, flat irons, little stove
(for comb), brushes, combs, pics, Wrap N Tap, Lustrasilk,
Cream of Nature... The list is almost endless. After 14
months, I went in a cabinet and threw away another bag of
STUFF. I gave away several full bottles of braid spray
(not good for locs) to my former braider to use on her
clients.
At a church service today some ladies who had not seen me
in years had mixed reactions. Some thought I had
extensions but others had heard of Sisterlocks and were
curious. My locs barely hit my shoulders after washing now
so I don't expect them to get too interested until they are
14 inches long - this time next year (Lord, willing).
I understand how they feel but I'm glad I didn't wait.
How are you holding up, Sis?

Then I'll give them a call. Thanks for letting me know this. I was going
to go over every inch of that website looking for it. :-)
Ya know, I never thought of wearing the scarves for anything other than
sleeping. I'm sure I couldn't do a headwrap to save my life
anyway. Thanks for the idea! I think I'll get the others too. A scarf
for every occasion! LOL!
Thank you! It's a labor of love, and a work in process. I'll be adding
her new line of hair care products soon.
I'll probably see you there then. We're starting on my hair Friday evening
when I get off work just to get a head start on it. I'll probably be there
for a good part of Saturday also. I'll be the one with the BIG grin on my
face and asking a *lot* of questions. :-)
Ya know what? I have no idea. When I made the appointment I didn't even
bother to ask. LOL! Both Sheila and Pam were standing there, and Pam was
closest to the appointment book, so she's the one who wrote it
down. But I've been there when both of them were working on one person in
order to cut the time. Maybe they'll do that with me. I don't know. It
probably depends on how busy they are at the time.
-- Sandy

I didn't know that. I thought it only came in the purple with flowers that
is shown on the website. Maybe I missed the spot where I was supposed to
choose a color, cuz I would have ordered a black one. I'll order it today,
though.
That's where I'm getting mine next week! Have you checked out her new
website? ::: patting myself on the back cuz I'm the web designer <g
Thanks Lynda. I'll look for them.
-- Sandy

Sandy,
there was not a spot where you could choose colors and I wouldn't have known
had I not called them. I think I will order the black/purple and the one
that looks like a head band also. I don't just wear them to bed I also wear
them out on occasion. (can't do a decent head wrap)
You did a marvelous job for Sheila!!. I saw her site and thought it was so
well done and professional. Hats off to you!!
I have a retightening appointment next Saturday.
Anxiously awaiting to hear about your upcoming sisterlock experience. Is
your appointment with Pam?
Lynda

I know the lucy comes in solid black, black w/ beige, and black w/purple. I
spoke with the company and those were the colors available at that time,
there may be others. I don't know.
I got my sisterlocks at Everetts Cornrow in Detroit. Sheila recommended the
Twirlers. You should be able to find them at any beauty supply. I got mine
at Sally Beauty Supply here in Kalamazoo, MI.
Lynda

The Lucy is great, but after losing mine on a camping trip,I bought some
black satin and made my own. Email me privately if you sew and want to know
what I came up with.
Valerie
"Life is a sonnet: You are given the form
and then must write your own poem."
Madeleine L'Engle

Does the Lucy scarf come in different colors other than the purple?
Where can I find the Twirlers? I've never tried them.
-- Sandy

I ordered a solid black and a black and beige, which is also nice. They are
very comfortable, as are the hair rollers, called Twirlers. Have you tried
those?
Lynda

http://www.maverickwear.com
-- Sandy

Where is the scarf found? I never have been able to keep a "rag" on my head
at night. I have a down pillow and get feathers in my hair all the time.
Sorry I missed the post before.
Love and blessings to Ya!!
Pat

It is as pictured, except the purple is a more subdued color -- not so
bright. I like the subdued color better actually.
The Lucy scarf surprised me because it does look smaller than it looks in
the picture. However, it can hold a *full* head of hair. I think the
picture probably has hair inside the scarf, making it balloon out and look
larger. I think that's probably how it would look on you cuz you've got
lots of hair to put in it. :-) It has comfortable elastic across the
front, with adjustable tie strings in the back, so it's plenty roomy,
plenty tight, and plenty comfortable.
Sigrid, this scarf is perfect for your hair. Buy 2!
-- Sandy

Mine arrived today! I ordered it online on teh 9th.
It looks nice. Easy to use. I think I should buy another one so I'll have
two of them.
-- Sandy

As many of you know, I have about 2 inches of new growth with about 3 - 4
inches of relaxed hair. Over the past few weeks I've read messages from a
couple of people who say that after awhile their relaxed hair starts to get
'sucked up' or sucked into the natural locks. I didn't really understand
what this meant, but now I do.
Yesterday I was feeling the test locks that were placed in my hair in May,
and I could feel a knot where the natural hair meets the permed hair, and
it does feel as if the permed hair is being pulled into the lock. This is
hard to explain, but maybe some of you have experienced this and can tell
me if it's a problem or if it's normal.
Btw, my test locks were locked from root to ends. She didn't leave the
permed hair hanging loose.
-- Sandy

Hi Carina! Welcome to the group!
-- Sandy

Hi all,
I am new to this group. I am sure i will enjoy this group as much as I have
the others. Thanks, One love, Carina Chimdi

Woo hoo! Congratulations Kim! And welcome to LockItUp!
We share, ask questions, answer questions, make suggestions, etc. We're
all either in the transition/maturing phase or completely locked. We're all
on that never-ending search to find the right products.
Going natural is a whole new thing for me. I've been permed since I was 14
and would have absolutely no idea how to care for natural hair. I think
that's a shame.
I'm bouncing up and down because I get my Sisterlocks next weekend! Am I
excited or what?!
-- Sandy (will never go back to relaxers)

I just subscribed to this group a few days ago. I've enjoyed reading
the messages. Last year, I took the Sisterlocks training and this
month I became the newest certified Sisterlocks consultant in San
Diego. I am excited about this egroup. Until a few days ago, I didn't
know a Sisterlocks egroup existed. I look forward to reading more of
your messages. -Kim

Hi Montrese,
Let me know if you like those scarves as much as I do.
I didn't feel good about giving my credit card # over the internet either, so
I called the company and when they returned my call I went ahead and ordered
then.
Lynda

Sandy and Pat,
Thank you for your kind words. You mentioned putting up your hair when it
grows out. Start collecting Gooddy's fake tortoiseshell hair pins and
chignon pins. They are wonderful and won't harm your hair. I usually keep a
dozen or so around and buy more once a month. I have a bad :) habit of taken
my up do down in front of permies and putting it back up before they can
finish combing and brushing their straw.
Valerie
"Life is a sonnet: You are given the form
and then must write your own poem."
Madeleine L'Engle

Thanks Lynda
Im purchasing my scarves today :) Im another on who cant seem to keep
things on my head at night. I even tried to buy a satin pillowcase but
that didnt work for me.
Montrese

For any of you who haven't seen Val's Sisterlocks yet, she sent me some to
add to her hair story on my website. Her story is a "must read" and the
pictures are "must see". Val is BEAUTIFUL! Gorgeous clear brown skin and
a head FULL of lovely locks!
http://home.earthlink.net/~diamonique/sisterlocks/valerie.html
-- Sandy

I just love them Valerie. I can't wait until my locks reach my
neck. Then my back. I want to do those up sweep styles. I
will not be able to stand myself when I can pull them up. I can
get them in a small pony tail in top. However my edges have
some catching up to do.
I know you are counting the days, Sandy. We're counting with
you. Take lots of pictures.
Pat

I know you will be pleased with the scarves.
Lynda

Sandy,
Thanks for the note about repling to my message. I normally
send my messages "blind carbon copy" BCC. This morning I was in
a hurry. Also I noticed last time I sent a group messages to e-
group lists they did not post. I was not certain if it had
anything to do with me sending them BCC.
I will take notice and not send my messages as a group next time.
Have a HAPPY NAPPY Day
Pat

I purchased the (2) Lucky Lucy. If you are apprehensive about ordering
online, you can print out their order form and pay by check or money order.
I am very pleased with my purchase and have even worn them outside as a
cover-up. (Of course everyone thinks I'm gutsy and crazy anyway)
Lynda

Aha! That must be why I couldn't get to the books page last night. :-)
Btw, if any of you reply to Pat's message, be sure to delete all the other
email addresses cuz if you don't belong to those lists, your messages will
be bouncing all over the place.
-- Sandy

Hello All,

I just added several new books to my Web Site.

Check them out below and on the web site!!!

http://www.bewellnet.com/phunley/locks/sisterlocks.html

Don't worry be Nappy

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Hair Matters

http://www.cushcity.com/cgi-bin/comcart20/redeem.cgi?aff=coms180&redirect=http://www.cushcity.com/books/0814713378.htm

Hair Braiding

http://www.cushcity.com/cgi-bin/comcart20/redeem.cgi?aff=coms180&redirect=http://www.cushcity.com/books/0746026641.htm

Also I discovered a real nice African American web site for purchasing various products.

CushCity

http://www.cushcity.com/cgi-bin/comcart20/redeem.cgi?aff=coms180

Let's support our own businesses.

Love and blessings to Ya!!

Pat

Hi Lynda,
Which one did you purchace? I would like to get one as well but im
still one of those skeptics who dont care to purchase things online with
my credit card but, my sister lives in oakland and she can pick one up
for me :)
Montrese

I purchase online all the time. Never had a problem. I bought the one
called Lucysomething. Don't remember the exact name, but "Lucy" was in
there somewhere. :-)
-- Sandy

That's the one I'm getting! I saw the link on Pat's web site, checked out
their scarves, and ordered one yesterday. Their directory also lists 2
stores in my neighborhood where I can purchase them.
-- Sandy

Sandy,
I can't keep a satin scarf on either, but look for a satin cap with
drawstrings at the beauty supply store. If they don't have a drawstring kind
where you are go for the elastic and I will look for the other kind here for
you.
Valerie
"Life is a sonnet: You are given the form
and then must write your own poem."
Madeleine L'Engle

I've found a wonderful satin scarf at maverickwear.com. It is the only thing
that will stay on my head thru the night.
Lynda

Correction -- I got it but it took a while.

Girl, I know what you mean. Those 3 weeks between test locs
to the locking session seemed to last forever. I know you
are showing your friends your little test locs so they can
OOOH & AAHH. How many did you get and are all of them
holding up?
About the scarves -- you might have better luck with
Sisterlocks because your hair will not be as slick. How
large are your scarves and how do you put them on?
I have more success with large scarves tied in "1950 Aunt
Jemima style". I wrap from the back to front, tie ends once
it at the top, pull them around to the back, and tie the
ends in a bow (or knot) in the back. At the forehead, tuck
the loose part in.
I've been considering satin linen because I don't want sheet
lint in my locs. I only have pillowcases now and it doesn't
seem sufficient. (OK, I am being anal.)

Sandy
To prevent the problem of a scarf, use a satin pillow case. It works great
Marion

I noticed this. I'm not certain what is going on. I will have to upload it
again later.
Sorry. On my way to church. I will check in later.
Love and blessings to Ya!!
Pat

Is anyone else having trouble getting to Pat's website?
http://www.bewellnet.com/phunley/locks/sisterlocks.html
-- Sandy

Just let me ramble for a minute. Two more weeks and I can't stand it!
I bought two red flower barrettes to put in my hair for the wedding
yesterday. It worked out fine. I pulled my hair back into the bun and
covered it with the two barrettes.
I'm learning that our hair was not meant to be combed -- at least not
regularly. I've got about 2 inches of new growth, and just the thought of
combing it is painful. I have a plastic brush that works, though. I'll
just be glad when I don't have to do this anymore.
I'm noticing more and more women on tv with their hair locked. TV anchors,
actresses, etc. They look very nice, professional, etc. I'm starting to
wonder how the people on my job will react to my Sisterlocks. I'm sure
there won't be a problem, but the reactions -- from both black and white --
should be interesting.
Right now I'm using carrot oil on my hair daily to keep it moisturized so
it won't break off. I've been using this stuff for over a year, and I
really love it. It really does stop the breakage cuz this is the first
time since I was 14 (when I started getting perms) that my hair has been
long enough to cover my ears. Now that I'm just getting used to the
feeling of hair on my neck, I'm getting locks and will be cutting it in a
few months (to cut the perm off). But I know it'll grow back... longer and
healthier than ever.
I am so geeked about this! My daughter doesn't understand when I start
rambling about my new upcoming do, so I brought my ramble here cuz I know
you'll all understand.
A question about the satin scarves. Whenever I've used a satin scarf at
night it always came off. So I usually use cotton bandanas. Does anyone
have a tip for keeping the satin scarf on your head all night?
-- Sandy

ROFL! Heavens no! :-)
Welcome back Pat! I've pointed so many people in the direction of your web
page. Can't wait to see the new pictures!
-- Sandy
http://home.earthlink.net/~diamonique/sisterlocks/journey.html
The meaning of things lies not in the things themselves but
in our attitude towards them. --Antoine de Saint-Exupery

I didn't use the Sisterlocks shampoo because i have lots of allergies and it
listed no ingredients. I use olive oil, but I add lavendar essential oil and
i only use the light olive oil. Regular made me smell like a salad. :)
Valerie
"Life is a sonnet: You are given the form
and then must write your own poem."
Madeleine L'Engle

Hey All,
I'm finally back on line. I spent the last 5 days putting my
stuff in storage and cleaning a townhome. I got my Sisterlock
retighten right during the the midst of this (chaos). I must
give Grace my Sisterlock consultant KUDOs. I was behind
schedule and wanted to cancel my appointment. I was tired
sleeply, after be up for 20 some hours and dirty from cleaning.
Well she pampered me. My hair was dirty (which I never come to
an appointment with my hair that way). It probably smelled too
and so did I. She did not mind. She washed and then retighted
while I slept in the chair. She even feed me after I told her I
had not eaten because I was too busy. That's what we need from
one another .... support.
Thanks Grace..
They look wonderful and she too combined some of my smaller
locks. I had a few that were on the smaller "string-like" side
in appearance. I can hardly tell. I feel I will be happier in
the long run with the one's she combined. Especially as they get
longer.
I'm Soooo happy. I want my hair fresh for the Home coming. You
know we going to be playing in each other's heads. I can't wait
to take the class.
She did the sides front and back. We will get back together in
2 week to finsh before I leave. She going to be out of town.
She going to Hong Kong to do single braids on one of her
customers there. You go Grace!!!
Anyway I have a week of messages to catch up on and more updates
to do to the web page. Oh and Sandy your page is looking great
too. We're waiting for the arrival of your new "birth"
Sisterlocks that is . We don't want to start any rumors.... :-
)
Take Care
Later
Pat
http://www.bewellnet.com/phunley/locks/sisterlocks.html

Color rinses are temporay color that gradually wash out. No
peroxide. The brand that I've used when my hair was relaxed was
Jazzin by Clariol. It is sold in beauty supply stores. My favorite
color was wine. The have about 15 different colors including clear
which makes your hair shiny. I haven't use it since going natural.
I don't have locs but I wear two stand twists. I don't know how it
would work for locs. All I know is that you have to rinse really
good. Once I didn't and I had the wine color all over my bed and
towels and clothes. It was a mess, but if you take the time to rinse
the color stays vibrant for about 3-4 weeks then fades. Good luck.
Oh,it costs about $6 hear in Pittsburgh. I have also used colored
pomade, but the consistency of it is like grease, but the colors are
great and it washed out in one wash. I use the gold, red or purple.
I put some on random twist and my husband likes it.

If you don't get an answer here, call the Sisterlocks home office. If you
get the answering machine, leave your name, address, and your
question. They'll send you some brochures along with names and phone
numbers of Consultants in your area.
(858) 560-5116
-- Sandy

Does any know where I can go to looking into Sisterlocks in
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania?

Sandy:
Thanks so very much for asking how "My Locks Look," I think they are pretty
cute and I am loving the look. Today, is my fourth day and I beginning to
see a 'LITTLE" less of my parts. I went from twist to Sisterlocks. The
response from people is "you have done something different, then say I like
this better than the other style"!! I am not afraid to exercise and sweat a
little. I took pictures, but I better not post them just yet, these were
close up shot. I WILL take more pictures this weekend and post them on the
site.
Thanks
Marion

I had medium locs in the back and small locks at the top
and front. I think I had 340 locs! I found them to be
too small for my taste and lifestyle so I am slowly having
them combined to form large and medium locs. My sister
has done quite a few now and they look pretty good now, IMO.
Does anyone have any experience or knowledge of this --
pros/cons? When is the best time to do it in the locking
process (early, late, doesn't matter)?

Tell us more about your color rinses -- we might want to try
them.
Within 6 months of getting locs, I called the Sisterlocks
Home office and they referred me to a Sisterlocks consultant
who is cosmetologist in Florida, Yvonne Mobley. Yvonne gave
me this information on the phone:
Coloring Tips:
1. Band ends
2. Use a natural, herbal (vegetable based) hair color. You can
usually buy some at a health food store. (e.g. Herbaltint in
a green box with white writing) It will be costly. You may
need 3-5 boxes so buy enough just in case. Do not use products
with peroxide. Coloring changes overall composition of hair.
3. Neutralize afterwards with the Sisterlocks Starter Shampoo.
The neutralizer that comes with the hair color is insufficient.
The Sisterlocks shampoo has more effective neutralizing
ingredients.
I changed my mind and didn't color my hair at that time. If I
were to color now I wouldn't band my ends but I would use the
starter shampoo and a vegetable-based hair color.
Note: Yvonne was very credible -- she bleached her own locs
platinum many years ago and they all fell out. Since that
time she dyes locs differently than non-locked hair.

Ooh! Great idea! Thanks Valerie!
-- Sandy

Hey Anoni,
The shampoo is doing what it is supposed to do: make your hair
feel rough which is better for locking. I used that shampoo for
10 months because of my smooth, soft texture.
Having said that, I don't blame you for looking into other
products given your permed ends. Like Sandy, I'm saving
your recipes in case I decide to stop using or run out of
Dr. Bonners' shampoos. Like you, I wouldn't use any product
with mineral oil or petroleum.
I use a variation of your apple cider vinegar rinse. The
one that Pam Ferrell suggests with distilled water and a
little sage oil works great.
I also use a dab of "Natural Elegance Hair Food" (from a black
store in Denver). It has shea butter, aloe vera, caster oil,
grapefruit seed, jojoba oil, & peppermint. The 6 oz jar should
last for years because I apply it only after shampooing while
my locs are still wet. I store it in the refrigerator which
is in my kitchen. :-)
I'd caution against too much oils, manipulation, and anything
that might retard your locking. I didn't have permed ends but
have funny "Don King" hair that even after 14 months are not
locked on the ends. Therefore, I have similar concerns and
need to keep my natural ends well conditioned. You said that
after 7 months you are still not locked. That means that you
don't have the kind of hair that locks fast either. :-(
If I were you, I'd "hold the mayo" until I am at least
75% locked. :-O

Hey Sigrid...
Thank you so much for the recipes..I'm gonna try it and let you know..I get
so frustrated with all these products for people with perms and
chemicals...We should get together with our knowledge and do a product for
natural hair care....anyone interested? LOL
CoCo

How about keeping it in the bun, but adding silk flowers around it or a
pretty hair ornament that goes with your dress?
Valerie
"Life is a sonnet: You are given the form
and then must write your own poem."
Madeleine L'Engle

Color rinses?!--What are color rinses? Please tell more! :-)
Thanks,
Sandust

I'm saving this message, Anoni. This sounds like something I could do. I
will give the Sisterlocks products a try in the beginning, but I've sort of
decided to use the Ebene Naturals and Dr. Bronners products. The baking
soda wash sounds good. So does the apple cider vinegar thing. What made
you try these? What specific benefits are they known for?
-- Sandy

Is there a gentle way to color natural hair besides henna. Or should
I just stick with color rinses to keep my hair healthy.

Sandy......
CONGRATS! The site is wonderful! Makes me wish I were back in
the "D"!! Then I'd know where to go to get my Sisterlocks!!!!
Ericka
Peace N Eternal Blessings To ALL~

I just realized I have a wedding to go to this Saturday!
I have about 2 inches of nappy hair with about 3 inches of permed
hair. I've been wearing it in a bun for weeks, so it's sort of been
trained to be straight, no curl. This stuff won't hold a curl long enough
for me to get out the door!
I'm thinking of buying a hat.
Any suggestions?
-- Sandy

Thank you Valerie! It's easy to work on a project like that when you
really are excited about the services and products that the client provides.
-- Sandy

So...
How do you like your new Sisterlocks? When will you have a picture we can
look at?
-- Sandy (16 days til I get mine!)

Sandy,
The site is beautiful and all the buttons worked smoothly.
Good job,
Valerie
"Life is a sonnet: You are given the form
and then must write your own poem."
Madeleine L'Engle

I have been locked for 2 years now and just tried Carol's Daughter Healthy
Hair Butter and All Purpose Moisture Butter. I have put the Healthy Hair
Butter on my hair when it was dry and wet. Either way, it gave me incredible
suppleness and softness. I did notice that it was easier to separate my
locks after shampooing when I used it on my wet hair. I also used the All
Purpose Moisture Butter on my hair before swimming to protect it. It seemed
easier to wash the Chlorine out, but I have only used it once. I plan to
swim quite a bit, so there will be further testing. I will keep you posted.
Oils: I used to use Ginseng 8, but I had a problem with the scent.( I have a
lot of allergies.) I tried olive oil, but the scent of olives was way too
strong. I finally found a light Olive Oil that I like. The smell is not as
strong and easily covered with the essential oils that I mix for my personal
fragrance. I enjoy scenting my hair while adding some oil. I have very dry
skin, so I use the scented olive oil on my skin daily along with the All
Purpose moisture Butter on those tough areas, hands, feet, elbows and knees.
Lotion, even the "good" stuff left me ashy again in an hour or so.
Rambling on,
Valerie
"Life is a sonnet: You are given the form
and then must write your own poem."
Madeleine L'Engle

Has anyone here used Ebene Naturals products? I found their web site
yesterday (http://www.ebenenaturals.com) and they look like something I
might like to try. They have a sample package which I will probably order,
but I was just wondering if anybody here had used the products and can give
an opinion on them.
-- Sandy

Today I'm launching the site for my first web design client. This woman is
awesome! A well-know and highly respected businesswoman in the Detroit area.
She's a natural hair care specialist, and I've heard nothing but good
things about her and her work. She'll be doing my Sisterlocks later this
month, and I'm really looking forward to it.
She has her own line of natural hair care products, which will be added to
the site later this week. So bookmark it and check back often!
Please check out her site and tell me what you think.
http://www.everettes-cornrows.com
-- Sandy

put the test locks in my hair. She locked the entire length of the
hair, and didn't leave the permed hair free. Is this the correct
procedure for test locks?
UNOFFICIAL COMMENT (remember, I am not a consultant and don't
plan to become one):
I've seen consultants lock the entire length. Some customers
insist on it because they feel that they can keep the permed
ends forever. A very few people can do that and if the locs
are very small, it may work out. Monica Geary, JoAnne's niece,
didn't cut hers and her small locs are BEAUTIFUL. I saw them
personally at my sister's training and got all up in her head.
(I think some of the permed ends broke off though.) Her picture
is here:
aznet.net/~firyali/Sisterlocks/slocksphotos.html
You know based on your research that it is not the best idea
to lock the permed part because (1) it will cost more to lock
the entire length, and (2) the permed ends will never look the
same as the natural hair -- it matts, crawls, and bunches up.
Eventually, you'll want to cut them off so it is better not to
spend the time and money trying to hang on to them.
A Personal Note: Monica is a very sweet person, just like her
mom (Celeste Geary) and aunt (Joanne Cornwell). It says on the
site that she is a student -- she has her baccalaurate already
and a small child. She has a great sense of humor and took it
well when I teased her about her part on the video tape that was
recorded over 5 years ago. She signed my "That Hair Thing"
book with "Keeping it Long".

moisturized for a minute, but now it's not working anymore.
Ahhhh.. I've used that. Now that I think about it, when
I applied it right after a shower, it didn't last all day.
It is light and felt good though so I used it only after
bathing before bed so that I can apply more in the morning.
I didn't put together that it wasn't very effective until
reading your message.
Here are some things I found. I have no idea which Black Hair
site I got this but I saved it on my computer for reference.
Hope it helps.
1. Oil Recipe
cocoa butter, shea butter, mango butter, 5 drops calendula oil, 5
drops geranium oil, 5 drops rose oil, 1 oz coconut oil, 1 oz olive
oil, 1 oz jojoba oil. I melted the butters and then added the oils
2. Scalp oil for Natural hair
* Rosemary Oil: Stimulates growth, antiseptic, good for dandruff,
excellent shine on dark-colored hair.
* Sage Oil: astringent, stimulates growth, kills bacteria, it is
said
to have the ability to darken graying hair.
* Jojoba: smoothes and conditions curly hair, good for dry scalp.
* Sweet Almond Oil: Contains vitamin E and F, good for itchy scalp,
mild and easily absorbed.
* Avocado Oil: rich in potassium and sulfur, vitamin A, D, and E.
Easily absorbed.
* Evening Primrose Oil: moistures and conditions the hair.
* Birch Oil: Antidandruff effective in treating inflamed scalps.
* Calendula Oil: light astringent. Soothes scalp and eczema problems

I've heard a lot of pros and cons about beeswax. After reading this
message from Sigrid, I went to the Carol's Daughter website
(http://www.carolsdaughter.com) to check it out. In their FAQ section, I
found the following:
Quote:
Question: I've been told that beeswax in hair products is bad. Will it
make my hair dull, dry and brittle?
Answer: No. The amount of beeswax we use in our products is not enough to
produce a sticky, "waxy" texture that would leave the hair feeling stiff.
Beeswax is, among other things, an emulsifier. It holds things together.
The idea that beeswax is bad has come from a method of starting locs with
pure beeswax; a method to which most locticians do not ascribe.
End quote
Since I don't know why Sigrid doesn't like the beeswax for her hair, I
don't know if this covers her thoughts on it; but I figured it was good
info to post here.
-- Sandy

I'm putting together the personal stories for my website, and I found a
picture that someone sent me, but I have no idea who it is.
I know about the pictures Monica sent, but did anybody else send me a
picture of themselves? I'd love to put it on the site -- if that's why it
was sent to me -- but I'd like to put a name with the picture.
-- Sandy (who needs to get more organized)

From reading Joanne's book and talking to people on the internet, I see
that when the hair still has relaxer on it, only the new natural hair is
locked and the permed hair is left free -- to be cut off as the Sisterlocks
mature.
When I went to a consultation a few weeks ago, the consultant put the test
locks in my hair. She locked the entire length of the hair, and didn't
leave the permed hair free. Is this the correct procedure for test locks?
FYI, this is not the consultant that I decided to go with, but I'm just
curious.
-- Sandy

How many here are planning to go to the Homecoming later this month?
How many are planning to take the training class while you're there?
How many are planning to go on to get certified and start their own
Sisterlocks business?
I sure wish I could go to that Homecoming, but I found out about all of
this much too late to pull the funds together. If they do it again next
year, though, I'll definitely be there!
-- Sandy

That should say to get the pictures.....
I stayed up late doing chores .. I'm sleepy today.. zzzzzzzzzzzz
Pat
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Those looks so nice!

Hi Pat,
Everytime I try to enter, it tells me that I am not a
member of "anha" Is there another way to see it?
annie

Check out these thick locs WOW!!!
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Love and blessings to Ya!!
Pat

Ooo sucky sucky now! I might have to Hotsync him into my
palmpilot! The sistah has cute locs too but I don't need to
look at her on a regular basis. There are supposed to be some
guys brought into the dance at the Homecoming. I'll take him!

incorrect.
Reply:
Much love to ya!!! We are all learning. IT's great to have this
menthod to inter-change ideas. We still want to see you locs.
Put a picture up somewhere.
Check out this web page I found today .. WE are Sooo beautiful!!!
http://www.polishonline.com/page2_00.htm
The guy(s) looks good too .... makes me look at guys in a whole
new way... (( Smile )) OK get the cold water.....
Later
Pat

Same technique/same trademark/same company/same creator. I've heard that
the Brothalocks are generally thicker than Sisterlocks.
You can get info at the Sisterlocks home page at
http://www.sisterlocks.com, or call them at 858-560-5116.
Also there are a couple of Brothalocks pictures at
http://aznet.net/~firyali/Sisterlocks/slocksphotos.html
and
http://www.sisterlocks-carolinas.com/photo_album.htm
-- Ssandy

Hello,
Twisits are fairly simple. They just use a comb to twist the hair
from the root. They resemble cultivated locks, but gel is used to
keep them in place. I've seen a few 'celebrities' such as, Montell
Jordan and Kevon Edmonds wearing them. And if you are a Lauryn Hill
fan she was wearing them a few years ago in her shprt hair stage.
Here in San Diego the price varies depending on where you go. I've
paid everywhere between $25-$65. All the stylists told me that they
would last 3-4 weeks, but the longest I can remember them staying in
is a week. I hope this info helps you out.
-Trav

Are Brothalocks the same as Sistalocks or aare they the same
technique?

Since I decided to go natural a few months ago, I've been wearing my hair
in a bun. I wet it, gel it, brush it back and band it. Then I use combs
on hairpins to ball it up and hold it down. Neat but not very
attractive. I now have about 2 inches of new growth, and even with the gel
it's getting harder and harder to keep it lying flat.
I've been reading various web sites, message boards, and email lists, and
people mention twists as something that works well in the transition
stage. I'm interested in trying this, but I must confess I don't have any
idea what a twist is, what it looks like, how to do it, etc. I'm one of
those people that's been in relaxers since I was 14 years old, and the few
times I went natural I simply wore a TWA. I have no idea how to do any
other natural hair style.
My hair is about 5-1/2 - 6 inches long, with 2 inches of new growth and the
rest is relaxed. Any suggestions, instructions, tips, ideas?
-- Sandy

Hello,
It just so happens that I was experimenting on my neighbors hair and
trying my hand at doing the comb twists last night. I couldn't
believe how easy it was to do compared to what salons charge for
them. Before I had my sisterlocks put in I was wearing comb twists
and paying $55.00 for something that (for me) did not last the
recommended two weeks (lasted one week)because of the excessive
itching. On my neighbors clean, conditioned hair I sprayed water on
the section if it was dry, put a mixture of Natty Lock maintenance
cream with some brand of brown gel on the section and twisted. That
worked pretty good. I will have to check my neighbor out today to
see how the twists look a day later.

Hello all,
I am a young brother who has longed for locks for alsot two years. I
started out with simple twists. They didn't work well. When I had a
friend do them after a bout a week they were matted and coming
undone. After that I decided to consult a profressional. Well I went
to the most popular braiding salon here in San Diego and paid what I
think was a lot of money for comb twists. This time they came out
looking better than the first time, but my stylist used so much gel I
thought that I would die from the excessive itching. I tried all
types of remedies and ended up wasting my money. I had to wahs thos
things out. I ended up wearing various cornrowed styles for the next
few months.
At the peak of my frustration I cut all mof my hair off. Now that
I've decided to try it again, but I need some suggestions on how I
can start the locking process. My hair is about 1.5-2ins on the top,
and a little shorter on the sides and in the back. (I grew my hair
out by wearing a tapered fro) If anyone has any suggestions or
comments for me they would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks everyone!!!

First, stop putting ALL THAT STUFF in your hair. Two a little shea butter in
twisting.
Next, when in Los Angeles (|Long Beach) Call a well know shop "Twist n
Shout". BJ. I highly recommend her.

Putting them in for yourself is more than gathering some hair
and putting it into a loc using a tool. Besides choosing from
the many locking patterns, there is a special parting pattern
which allows you to part your locs in many styles. For example,
I can part my hair evenly on either side, down the middle, and
other ways because of this parting pattern.
Like Sandy said, you can maintain yourself a few months after
you've got it done if you take the retightening class. It is
best for you to wait a few months (6 or more) for your locs to
settle before going it on your own but, HEY, sometimes you have
no choice and need to get immediate training.
The lady who put in my locs was the ONLY consultant in Colorado
so when she got her Sisterlocks in San Diego, they gave her
the retightening class with advanced techniques so she could
properly maintain them. Also, my sister and I took the
retightening class 2 months after getting them because our
consultant disappeared! My sister and the aforementioned
consultant did a fabulous job maintaining themselves. I do
alright too. (I tightened about 10 locs today -- my hair is
growing like a weed!)
If you live out in an area with LUD (Low Urban Dictate),
you should travel to a Sisterlocks Training Consultant. That
person can put in your locs, teach you retightening, and may
even provide consultant training! When my sister was trained,
one of her classmates was from Spokane or some such
black-forsaken place. She took the class to put them in her
own head but I think she'll get them done by someone else.
After you are trained, folks with highly-textured hair of many
ethnicities in your neck of the woods will beat down your door.

Well you know I am going! I can't wait....
Love and blessings to Ya!!
Pat

I've made plans to go and signed up for Package B. Who else is going?

I seriously doubt it. The consultants go through a specific training
process. There are several locking techniques to Sisterlocks, and they use
the one that will work best for your hair type. Plus, I've watched it
being done, and it's a *very* precise and tedious process.
After you've had the locks in for awhile, you can go to a retightening
class to learn to retighten your own Sisterlocks.
I know what you mean about the braids. I always feel good when I wear
them, but they really can wreak havoc on your hair. I searched for
something natural that I'd really like, and Sisterlocks is the one for me.
-- Sandy

I am beginning my exploration into natural hairstyles and have been
greatly assisted by those of you who have gone this way. Currently,
I am wearing individual synthetic braids that I put in myself. In
this particular area of the country, you learn to do a lot of
blackhair things yourself. I must say they look good and I feel so
carefree and grounded. I've been studying the sisterlocks from afar
and am interested in learning more about the technique. Is it
possibe to perform this procedure in one's own head?

Detroit is full of Asian beauty supply stores that cater to blacks. I
remember when I was younger there were two black-owned stores in my
neighborhood. Those are the places where we bought all of our hair
care stuff. Now there are the Asian stores that are everywhere.
There must be at least 10 in just my neighborhood alone, making it so
easy because they're always no more than a block or two away.
I never gave this much thought, but if the black-owned stores had
been more prolific in Detroit, I doubt that the Asians would have
been able to take over the market here so easily.
So far they aren't doing hair here yet... they're only selling the
products. It's kind of weird to think of having my hair done by an
Asian, but I had a white hairdresser (at J.C. Penney's salon) for a
couple of years and she did a great job. I guess people can learn
whatever they want or need to learn.
But I do wish our people would take back the control of our hair care
industry. Maybe with this whole movement "back to nature", it'll
give us a leg up in that direction.
I don't know... just thinking out loud. Thanks for the food for
thought, Pat!
-- Sandy

Just so everyone knows, eGroups has been having a bit of trouble since last
night. Things seem to be getting through now, but some of the messages
that were sent last night or this morning seem to be lost in cyberspace
somewhere.
Sometimes when this happens, we get dumped with all the messages at
once. So if that happens and we end up getting two or three copies of the
same message, don't worry about it -- it's just eGroups trying to heal
itself. :-)
-- Sandy

Would you let an Asian do your braids or locs? a very interesting
question...
Read this history lesson and see what is going on if we don't support
our own.
The Economics of Hair
http://www.eastbayexpress.com/archive/061600/cover1_061600.html
Something to think about.

ladies regarding the comment I made about the price of the
SisterLocks...My loctician is licensed and very professional.<<
~o~o~
I don't doubt it! I only assert that your loctician is not
a Certified Sisterlocks Consultant who gave you Sisterlocks for
$95. Sounds like you are are pleased with your locs and the
price you paid for them. Cool!
~o~o~
time comes in, unless, you are putting in extensions (by the way,
I don't have extensions<<
~o~o~
There are no extensions used with Sisterlocks. The time is not
unlike the time it takes to put in microbraids except for you
are exclusively using your own hair. The technique is designed
to prepare your hair for natural locking in a unique pattern
which is time consuming.
~o~o~
areas and I guess it's not unusual to pay the prices that I have
heard about....<<
~o~o~
Your loctician is qualified to accurately compare locking
techniques and prices of those practicing the methods in which
he/she is trained. However, Sisterlocks is a patented method
that reduces the probablility of coming undone during loc
maturation. There are a many other benefits which I'll let
others describe.
You might want to see IN PERSON someone who has them or is
trained in the Sisterlocks technique rather than relying on
hearsay from those not trained to put in Sisterlocks.
It is like going to a Saturn dealer and asking him/her to tell
you about a Lexus. Saturn makes nice cars, they drive well, and
customers are happy with them. However, a Saturn dealer wants
to sell you a Saturn and will not accurately compare the Saturn
to a Lexus from a cost/benefit perspective.
Please don't get me wrong; your locs are not being called a
Saturn. Personally, I am thrilled to know about one more happy
nappy sister with locs. Who cares how you got them and what
you paid? Celebrate the fact that we all chose to "LockItUp"!
However, if you have questions about a technique and the cost
of it, ask those who KNOW that technique.
~o~o~

Just so everyone knows, eGroups has been having a bit of trouble
since last night. Things seem to be getting through now, but some of
the messages that were sent last night or this morning seem to be
lost in cyberspace somewhere. Some that I've sent tonight haven't
shown up yet either.
Sometimes when this happens, we end up getting dumped with all the
messages at once. So if that happens and we end up getting two or
three copies of the same message, don't worry about it -- it's just
eGroups trying to heal itself. :-)
-- Sandy

I'd be happy to send you a pic....Stay tuned!!! LLOL

Sandy:
The hair appears as tiny braids. You can use curling irons and rollers to
curl the
relaxed ends.
Cheers,
Angel

Mine is maybe an inch longer than yours, with about 2-1/2 inches of new
growth. I think I'll have approx 4 inches by the time I get it done.
How does it look with half locked and have permed. My permed hair is *so*
straight. I'll have to continue with rollers, curling irons, etc. until I
can cut the permed ends off I guess.
-- Sandy

Hi All:
Are any of you using the Sisterlocks Trademark hair care products. If
so, which one(s) do you recommend and why?
Thanks in advance :-)
Peace,
Sandust