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Black Hair Media Forum : Is hair more likely to get matted under a weave... http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/ Mon, 20 May 2013 23:10:01 +0000 Sat, 12 Jan 2013 11:36:53 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 10.15 360 Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=352860 <![CDATA[Black Hair Media Forum]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com//forum_images/BHM_Logo_v5_Forum.jpg http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/ <![CDATA[Is hair more likely to get matted under a weave... : The longest that I have...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/is-hair-more-likely-to-get-matted-under-a-weave_topic352860_post10067886.html#10067886 Author: Gods Child
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Posted: Jan 12 2013 at 11:36am

The longest that I have kept a weave in was 3 months and I have never head matting. I use a net and try not to add hair to the braids, however I have never had a problem with my hair matting underneath.]]> Sat, 12 Jan 2013 11:36:53 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/is-hair-more-likely-to-get-matted-under-a-weave_topic352860_post10067886.html#10067886 <![CDATA[Is hair more likely to get matted under a weave... : I took tracks out and loaded...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/is-hair-more-likely-to-get-matted-under-a-weave_topic352860_post10067750.html#10067750 Author: MISS CR
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Posted: Jan 12 2013 at 9:47am

I took tracks out and loaded conditioner on while the braids were still in and omg the worst matting ever. Now, I just spray mane n tail detangler on as I'm taking the braid secions out INDIVIDUALLY. I do not spray all over and then take them out. As I complete a row of braids After each row I then put a thick creamy conditioner on ,braid in 4-6sections and when done taking down all braids immediately shampoo. I'm natural and this works for me with no matting at all.]]> Sat, 12 Jan 2013 09:47:54 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/is-hair-more-likely-to-get-matted-under-a-weave_topic352860_post10067750.html#10067750 <![CDATA[Is hair more likely to get matted under a weave... : I do take downs with heat and...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/is-hair-more-likely-to-get-matted-under-a-weave_topic352860_post10065124.html#10065124 Author: *WeaveStar*
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Posted: Jan 11 2013 at 2:06am

I do take downs with heat and little oil too. Shed hair locked and matted with water based products. You can wash your hair while under but you will have to sit under a dryer to get it to dry completely. The person who said the less starts is correct because buildup and dredlocks occur mostly where a braid starts after a long period of time.Why don't you fit for a good wig and then get that sewn on. The take down during spring break would be much much easier....and worse case scenario you could do it yourself during the break because you will be use to the hair and it would have already been placed and styled on your head by the hairdresser who did it the first time.
]]> Fri, 11 Jan 2013 02:06:30 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/is-hair-more-likely-to-get-matted-under-a-weave_topic352860_post10065124.html#10065124 <![CDATA[Is hair more likely to get matted under a weave... : I'm almost natural.......]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/is-hair-more-likely-to-get-matted-under-a-weave_topic352860_post10057068.html#10057068 Author: chidiva79
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Posted: Jan 07 2013 at 6:43pm

I'm almost natural.... abt 2 - 4 inches left depending on where you look... and my hair is pass MBL. I've been wearing weaves for the last 2 years. Its been 2 years since my last releaxer (feb 2011). I think my hair is 3c/4a but I'm not 100% sure...very thick...but wavy and curly. In the beginning, my hair tangled BAD! I would lightly comb out, then use conditioner and that was a MAJOR no no for me. Then I started using oil (olive oil or grapeseed oil) before I took my braids out. I would then sit under the dryer or a wrapped my hair with a warm towel for a few mins. Then I would gently remove my braids and comb out my hair in sections. I would have 4 sections. I would wash/ condition/ and blow dry in sections. It takes forever...but it's easier for me to detangle and I don't get breakage. ]]> Mon, 07 Jan 2013 18:43:55 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/is-hair-more-likely-to-get-matted-under-a-weave_topic352860_post10057068.html#10057068 <![CDATA[Is hair more likely to get matted under a weave... : lalaLeslie wrote: Cream1970...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/is-hair-more-likely-to-get-matted-under-a-weave_topic352860_post10055829.html#10055829 Author: darlinnic
Subject: 352860
Posted: Jan 07 2013 at 5:22am

lalaLeslie wrote:

Cream1970 wrote:

The only times my hair matted was when I was using an applicator bottle and squirting conditioner and ish under my net into my base braids to "take care' of my hair underneath my weave.

I stopped doing alladat and my take down was so much easier.

I had one install for almost 5 months. Was the easiest/quickest take down ever.

Ehhh yeah, I don't get that. When people say to do all that to "take care" of your hair underneath. When I was relaxed, I NEVER did any of that, and my hair always came out fine, never matted.

But the OP has natural hair... Natural hair tangles and relaxed hair tangles are very very different.

Again, if you do "nothing" to the hair underneath. I mean, when people say "nothing" do they mean not washing it at ALL???? Doesn't it itch, start to smell??

The applicator bottles are used so that you can shampoo and condition YOUR hair properly while under a net weave.

I think those that do "nothing" have natural hair and end up with lots of length, no breakage and hair that is well moisturized, and no see thru ends are in the minority.

I guess everyone's experience is different but if you just take one thing out of this thread
Do not put any water based products on your head when you are taking your sew in down.
]]> Mon, 07 Jan 2013 05:22:45 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/is-hair-more-likely-to-get-matted-under-a-weave_topic352860_post10055829.html#10055829 <![CDATA[Is hair more likely to get matted under a weave... : Cream1970 wrote: The only...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/is-hair-more-likely-to-get-matted-under-a-weave_topic352860_post10055795.html#10055795 Author: lalaLeslie
Subject: 352860
Posted: Jan 07 2013 at 2:55am

I stopped doing alladat and my take down was so much easier.

I had one install for almost 5 months. Was the easiest/quickest take down ever.

Ehhh yeah, I don't get that. When people say to do all that to "take care" of your hair underneath. When I was relaxed, I NEVER did any of that, and my hair always came out fine, never matted.

]]> Mon, 07 Jan 2013 02:55:19 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/is-hair-more-likely-to-get-matted-under-a-weave_topic352860_post10055795.html#10055795 <![CDATA[Is hair more likely to get matted under a weave... : @Cream1970 - so how do you take...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/is-hair-more-likely-to-get-matted-under-a-weave_topic352860_post10052167.html#10052167 Author: gapeach77
Subject: 352860
Posted: Jan 05 2013 at 6:36pm

@Cream1970 - so how do you take care of your hair underneath when you have your sew-in? I have a net as well.
]]> Sat, 05 Jan 2013 18:36:39 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/is-hair-more-likely-to-get-matted-under-a-weave_topic352860_post10052167.html#10052167 <![CDATA[Is hair more likely to get matted under a weave... : The only times my hair matted...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/is-hair-more-likely-to-get-matted-under-a-weave_topic352860_post10051688.html#10051688 Author: Cream1970
Subject: 352860
Posted: Jan 05 2013 at 2:51pm

The only times my hair matted was when I was using an applicator bottle and squirting conditioner and ish under my net into my base braids to "take care' of my hair underneath my weave.

I stopped doing alladat and my take down was so much easier.

I had one install for almost 5 months. Was the easiest/quickest take down ever.

]]> Sat, 05 Jan 2013 14:51:50 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/is-hair-more-likely-to-get-matted-under-a-weave_topic352860_post10051688.html#10051688 <![CDATA[Is hair more likely to get matted under a weave... : how would you recommend the...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/is-hair-more-likely-to-get-matted-under-a-weave_topic352860_post10050483.html#10050483 Author: atexaschick
Subject: 352860
Posted: Jan 04 2013 at 10:53pm

how would you recommend the braid pattern be to prevent matting? My hair does this all the time if it's up longer than a month]]> Fri, 04 Jan 2013 22:53:42 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/is-hair-more-likely-to-get-matted-under-a-weave_topic352860_post10050483.html#10050483 <![CDATA[Is hair more likely to get matted under a weave... : I think I will wait til after...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/is-hair-more-likely-to-get-matted-under-a-weave_topic352860_post10049602.html#10049602 Author: lalaLeslie
Subject: 352860
Posted: Jan 04 2013 at 3:44pm

I think I will wait til after Spring Break cause I'm getting kind of scared. I have a wig, it's just annoying (and embarrassing) to put on and take off in front of my roommate. I'd wear my natural hair maybe for a month and 3 weeks but I'd feel weird coming back from Spring Break w/ 22 inch hair. So from My break to the end of school it'll only be 2 months.]]> Fri, 04 Jan 2013 15:44:34 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/is-hair-more-likely-to-get-matted-under-a-weave_topic352860_post10049602.html#10049602 <![CDATA[Is hair more likely to get matted under a weave... : starliteboo wrote:It may also...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/is-hair-more-likely-to-get-matted-under-a-weave_topic352860_post10046603.html#10046603 Author: AshAmor07
Subject: 352860
Posted: Jan 03 2013 at 11:48am

starliteboo wrote:

It may also depend on your hair type. My hair is a 4a/4b and anytime I leave my hair braided for an extended period of time it begin to get matted and knots begin to form.

Yea I agree that it depends on your hair type. My hair is a 3c/4a and I cannot leave my sew-ins for more than 2 months or it is hell trying to take it down. I also think it depends on if you use alot of product bc if you have buildup then that can cuase it to matte as well. ]]> Thu, 03 Jan 2013 11:48:52 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/is-hair-more-likely-to-get-matted-under-a-weave_topic352860_post10046603.html#10046603 <![CDATA[Is hair more likely to get matted under a weave... : IA with the tips given here. My...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/is-hair-more-likely-to-get-matted-under-a-weave_topic352860_post10046595.html#10046595 Author: beana3
Subject: 352860
Posted: Jan 03 2013 at 11:44am

IA with the tips given here. My hair is 4a/b completely natural and I find that circular or continuous braid patterns are best for me. The less "starting" braids I have the less matting and tangling. My hair is prone to tangles though because its so fine stranded yet dense.

Darlinnc hit it right on the head when she said stay away from water based products during the take down... that cause my hair to mat/lock up. my hair needs to be detangled before water or watery creamy products touch it.
]]> Thu, 03 Jan 2013 11:44:02 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/is-hair-more-likely-to-get-matted-under-a-weave_topic352860_post10046595.html#10046595 <![CDATA[Is hair more likely to get matted under a weave... : Ummmm ...I keep seeing people...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/is-hair-more-likely-to-get-matted-under-a-weave_topic352860_post10046017.html#10046017 Author: darlinnic
Subject: 352860
Posted: Jan 03 2013 at 5:21am

Ummmm ...I keep seeing people saying to put conditioner on your head before you take your braids out

I do not suggest that. DO NOT, I repeat, DO NOT put any water based product on your head before you take down those braids.

You had better take each braid out and comb it out COMPLETELY meaning no knots or anything, then place the hair in sections and then add your water based conditioner. (It may be that I have a coarser texture, but..... At your own risk)

I'm am in month 21 of my transition and have been in back to back sew ins for 3 to four months at a time.

The only thing I use to aid in taking my braids out is an oil.
This is my hair after a take down

I use an applicator bottle to shampoo and condition my tracks... I have a mixed oil blend that I use in between my tracks when I have an install.

Maybe the conditioner method works for those of looser textures, but if I did that I would have severe matting like ateyaaa (youtuber) did when she took her weave out and just placed conditioner on her braids and had to cut out a section of her hair.

Good luck
Darlinnic ]]> Thu, 03 Jan 2013 05:21:56 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/is-hair-more-likely-to-get-matted-under-a-weave_topic352860_post10046017.html#10046017 <![CDATA[Is hair more likely to get matted under a weave... : Well personally, I use the dry...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/is-hair-more-likely-to-get-matted-under-a-weave_topic352860_post10045936.html#10045936 Author: SelfMadeDiva12
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Posted: Jan 03 2013 at 2:20am

Well personally, I use the dry shampoo on my scalp going between each track one at a time and regular shampoo and conditioner on the weave. Oils can build up on your scalp so cleansing is always a good idea. II usually apply the dry shampoo to my scalp using my fingers and then I take a damp cloth and very gently rub my scalp to remove excess oils. My hair is 3c/4a btw.
]]> Thu, 03 Jan 2013 02:20:16 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/is-hair-more-likely-to-get-matted-under-a-weave_topic352860_post10045936.html#10045936 <![CDATA[Is hair more likely to get matted under a weave... : starliteboo wrote: It...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/is-hair-more-likely-to-get-matted-under-a-weave_topic352860_post10045741.html#10045741 Author: lalaLeslie
Subject: 352860
Posted: Jan 02 2013 at 11:25pm

starliteboo wrote:

It may also depend on your hair type. My hair is a 4a/4b and anytime I leave my hair braided for an extended period of time it begin to get matted and knots begin to form.

I think I'm a 4a but I honestly don't know.

SelfMadeDiva12 wrote:

I'm natural and have had my hair in for over 3 months. I have never had the issue with matting. It could have something to do with the braid pattern, as stated earlier but it could also have to do with how you care for your hair under the sew-in could play a part as well. Things as simple as how you scratch your scalp when it itches or how carefully you wash between the braids can affect the neatness of the braids which might lead to tangling or matting of your hair.

What is your hair type?

Can can I have some tips. Normally I scratch my scalp, I don't usually pat it, but should I do that instead? My hair doesn't normally get itchy under weaves but being natural now, idk what to expect. I feel like it'll be a whole different ball game.

How do you care for your hair under the braids? I figured if my hair/scalp gets dry I'd use an applicator bottle and apply oil to the roots.

And so I don't have to use water which I heard can make matting worse or make it more likely, I'd use dry shampoo to clean the weave.

I guess I'd still need to clean my scalp some how and I know some girls one were box braids clean w/ a cotton ball (or swab?) and sea breeze. So if people do it to maintain box braids, I can do it for my sew in right?

]]> Wed, 02 Jan 2013 23:25:58 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/is-hair-more-likely-to-get-matted-under-a-weave_topic352860_post10045741.html#10045741 <![CDATA[Is hair more likely to get matted under a weave... : I'm natural and have had...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/is-hair-more-likely-to-get-matted-under-a-weave_topic352860_post10045515.html#10045515 Author: SelfMadeDiva12
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Posted: Jan 02 2013 at 9:31pm

I'm natural and have had my hair in for over 3 months. I have never had the issue with matting. It could have something to do with the braid pattern, as stated earlier but it could also have to do with how you care for your hair under the sew-in could play a part as well. Things as simple as how you scratch your scalp when it itches or how carefully you wash between the braids can affect the neatness of the braids which might lead to tangling or matting of your hair.
]]> Wed, 02 Jan 2013 21:31:49 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/is-hair-more-likely-to-get-matted-under-a-weave_topic352860_post10045515.html#10045515 <![CDATA[Is hair more likely to get matted under a weave... : It may also depend on your...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/is-hair-more-likely-to-get-matted-under-a-weave_topic352860_post10045212.html#10045212 Author: starliteboo
Subject: 352860
Posted: Jan 02 2013 at 7:52pm

It may also depend on your hair type. My hair is a 4a/4b and anytime I leave my hair braided for an extended period of time it begin to get matted and knots begin to form.]]> Wed, 02 Jan 2013 19:52:20 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/is-hair-more-likely-to-get-matted-under-a-weave_topic352860_post10045212.html#10045212 <![CDATA[Is hair more likely to get matted under a weave... : 3 months should be fine. Put some...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/is-hair-more-likely-to-get-matted-under-a-weave_topic352860_post10045199.html#10045199 Author: DivaKeya
Subject: 352860
Posted: Jan 02 2013 at 7:47pm

3 months should be fine. Put some good conditioner in your braids before you take them out. Deep condition for about an hour and take the braids out with while the conditioner is still in your hair. Deep condition for another hour, detangle and wash.]]> Wed, 02 Jan 2013 19:47:48 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/is-hair-more-likely-to-get-matted-under-a-weave_topic352860_post10045199.html#10045199 <![CDATA[Is hair more likely to get matted under a weave... : It all depends on the braid pattern...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/is-hair-more-likely-to-get-matted-under-a-weave_topic352860_post10044758.html#10044758 Author: ms.blue
Subject: 352860
Posted: Jan 02 2013 at 4:44pm

It all depends on the braid pattern I believe is one of the factors if your hair will matte or not the rests determines on your hair characteristics. ]]> Wed, 02 Jan 2013 16:44:37 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/is-hair-more-likely-to-get-matted-under-a-weave_topic352860_post10044758.html#10044758 <![CDATA[Is hair more likely to get matted under a weave... : Is hair more likely to get...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/is-hair-more-likely-to-get-matted-under-a-weave_topic352860_post10044708.html#10044708 Author: lalaLeslie
Subject: 352860
Posted: Jan 02 2013 at 4:16pm

Is hair more likely to get matted under a weave when you're natural?

So, the longest I've ever gone w/ a weave was 3 months while I was transitioning, and after I took it out I was perfectly fine. So people say they would never leave it on that long because it would matte, but I've seen people do it and they were fine but they were also relaxed.

Now that I'm natural, I feel like leaving it on that long would be bad. I've never been fully natural before in my life, although I've gone many times w/o getting a relaxer for months but I've always had relaxed ends to hold the curls down.

When I was relaxed I probably could've gone for 4 months no problem.

I want to get my hair installed before I go back to school on the 20th. Nobody at my school knows how to do sew ins and there are no salons in the area that do (Its the suburbs). I want to wear my hair until I get out of school May 13 so that's pretty much 4 months.

I could try to get it done over Spring Break, but I really don't want to spend my Spring Break stressing about my hair. And Spring break would only be 1 and a few days and then I'll have to keep in the 2nd install for 3 months, Idk, that just seems stupid.

Unfortunately that's the only vacation in the Spring Semester.

Edited by lalaLeslie - Jan 02 2013 at 6:35pm]]> Wed, 02 Jan 2013 16:16:57 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/is-hair-more-likely-to-get-matted-under-a-weave_topic352860_post10044708.html#10044708