en-US Long Hair Care Forum The Ultimate Hair Care & Beauty Resource for Women of Color Tue, 05 May 2026 22:08:18 +0000 Tue, 05 May 2026 22:08:18 +0000 Long Hair Care Forum https://longhaircareforums.com/ Lost my curl pattern | Advice needed | Newbie Tue, 05 May 2026 21:36:29 +0000 https://longhaircareforums.com/threads/lost-my-curl-pattern-advice-needed-newbie.858058/ 858058 invalid@example.com (Pistachio Cake) Pistachio Cake Hello blessed ladies!

I've finally decided to join this lovely site. I'm so happy there's still some activity in here. I've never joined a hair site before so I hope I'm posting in the correct forum and can get some help from you girlies! Long post ahead.

Now what's my problem?
I lost my curl pattern over a year ago, hair breakage and split ends. (Though the split ends have reduced by 97%. My hair continues to break like crazy.)

How?
I had been using several "hydrating shampoos" mixed...

Read more]]> 4 Luscious Healthy Ends Challenge 2026 Tue, 05 May 2026 21:13:32 +0000 https://longhaircareforums.com/threads/luscious-healthy-ends-challenge-2026.857850/ 857850 invalid@example.com (Chicoro) Chicoro






Are you ready for that gorgeous afro-textured hair of yours to flourish?
Then you are at the right place!
It's time to focus on those Luscious Ends!


Yes, hair does grow from the scalp. BUT it's those Luscious Ends that determine Length, and Healthy Length at that...​

Read more]]> 478 May 2026 What Did You Buy This Week? (Hair Care Edition) Tue, 05 May 2026 20:38:38 +0000 https://longhaircareforums.com/threads/may-2026-what-did-you-buy-this-week-hair-care-edition.858054/ 858054 invalid@example.com (IDareT'sHair) IDareT'sHair Hey Divas! :grouphug2:

New Month to Shop!:shopping:

What Did You Buy This Week!:twocents:]]> 4 What combination/s? Tue, 05 May 2026 17:06:11 +0000 https://longhaircareforums.com/threads/what-combination-s.858046/ 858046 invalid@example.com (Angel of the North) Angel of the North If these heat protectants were in your stash, which combination would you choose for:

1. Blow out

2. Flat iron

3. Silk press

20260424_191110.jpg]]> 19 2025/2026 - Journey to SL/APL/BSL Challenge Tue, 05 May 2026 17:05:30 +0000 https://longhaircareforums.com/threads/2025-2026-journey-to-sl-apl-bsl-challenge.857262/ 857262 invalid@example.com (faithVA) faithVA Post the following to join in

What length are you now?

What is your length goal for 2025 ?

What's your plan/regimen to reach your goal?

How will you celebrate/reward yourself when you reach your goal?

How can we support you in reaching your goal

Starting Pic:

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Please check in 1x a month to help keep the thread active.


Plan to post your reveal pic by 12/30/2025. You can post earlier if you reach your goal...

Read more]]> 566 What Product Combinations Did You Use On Your Hair Today? Tue, 05 May 2026 13:24:05 +0000 https://longhaircareforums.com/threads/what-product-combinations-did-you-use-on-your-hair-today.773373/ 773373 invalid@example.com (Bette Davis Eyes) Bette Davis Eyes Hello ladies, not sure if there is a thread like this but I thought it might be really good idea to see combinations of products that you used in your hair that worked or totally bombed.

Last night I spritzed my hair Annabelles Perfect Blends Daily refresher on dry hair and then sealed/twisted with Sarenzo Bath Body and Hair Frosting. My hair was ultra silky last night and today feels plush and cushy,

I'll be currently washing in a few so I'll be back with details on wash day.

Sharing...

Read more]]> 3057 DIY Recipes 2026 Tue, 05 May 2026 08:16:25 +0000 https://longhaircareforums.com/threads/diy-recipes-2026.858024/ 858024 invalid@example.com (Angel of the North) Angel of the North I realised that there's not a current product recipe thread, I thought it would be a good idea to start a new one.

If you have a DIY recipe you would like to share, drop it in this thread, all types of product recipes are welcome, if something works well for you, it might help someone else out.]]> 12 Grow It Long 2026 Challenge! Tue, 05 May 2026 07:56:05 +0000 https://longhaircareforums.com/threads/grow-it-long-2026-challenge.857858/ 857858 invalid@example.com (snoop) snoop Let's grow and retain all 2026!

This challenge is all about growing and retaining long healthy hair this year! Whatever your length/health goals are, this challenge is for you! Let’s hold each other accountable and share our knowledge as we breakthrough length and retention milestones this year. Through out the year I will be posting discussion questions, videos, tips, ideas etc to help keep this thread active and informational, and I encourage you all to do the same. Challenge...

Read more]]> 77 Great Hair Tips for Damaged Hair and Hair Growth Mon, 04 May 2026 18:27:28 +0000 https://longhaircareforums.com/threads/great-hair-tips-for-damaged-hair-and-hair-growth.35278/ 35278 invalid@example.com (Tene) Tene Best Hair Product Combos

In my years of extreme hair care, I have found that certain combinations of hair products work together better than others. Sometimes the order that you use the products in can make a huge difference.

Here are some combinations of products that I have found work exceptionally well on MY hair. (fine, straight, long, normal thickness, color treated, damaged hair) If you want to find out which product combinations work best for you, keep a notebook and write...

Read more]]> 172 2026/2027 Oil Butter Cream Grease Challenge Mon, 04 May 2026 18:13:06 +0000 https://longhaircareforums.com/threads/2026-2027-oil-butter-cream-grease-challenge.857896/ 857896 invalid@example.com (IDareT'sHair) IDareT'sHair Hey Cousins! :grouphug3:

Join me in the 2026/2027 Oil Butter Cream Grease Challenge!

Everyone Welcome!:band:

Let's Get Started!:poke"]]> 33 2026/2027 Growth Aids Challenge Mon, 04 May 2026 18:11:49 +0000 https://longhaircareforums.com/threads/2026-2027-growth-aids-challenge.857898/ 857898 invalid@example.com (IDareT'sHair) IDareT'sHair Hey Cousins!:hiya:

If you are using any types of Topicals or Orals (Supplements), Shakes, Liquids = Come Join Us in the 2026/2027 Growth Aids Challenge!:guiness:

Let's try to Get a few Extra Inches!:gorgeous:

Just Post what you are using! :brainy:]]> 53 Grow-Good Beauty by Cardi B Mon, 04 May 2026 18:05:38 +0000 https://longhaircareforums.com/threads/grow-good-beauty-by-cardi-b.857936/ 857936 invalid@example.com (Bette Davis Eyes) Bette Davis Eyes Well look at this.

]]> 18 Use 1 Buy 1 Challenge pt.5 Mon, 04 May 2026 18:02:25 +0000 https://longhaircareforums.com/threads/use-1-buy-1-challenge-pt-5.542737/ 542737 invalid@example.com (Charz) Charz Old Thread:

http://www.longhaircareforum.com/showthread.php?t=510402&page=363]]> 100126 May 2026: What's On Sale This Month? Hair, Bath, Beauty Mon, 04 May 2026 18:00:00 +0000 https://longhaircareforums.com/threads/may-2026-whats-on-sale-this-month-hair-bath-beauty.858052/ 858052 invalid@example.com (CocoGlow) CocoGlow OK ladies, a new month is here soooooo

If you come across sales or coupon codes for HAIR/BATH/BEAUTY products or accessories, feel free to post them here!

Let’s make it easy to keep track of all the vendors offering deals each month … and make it easier to be better Product Junkies of course! :grin:]]> 1 Random Hair Thoughts/Thinking out loud Mon, 04 May 2026 08:29:50 +0000 https://longhaircareforums.com/threads/random-hair-thoughts-thinking-out-loud.541651/ 541651 invalid@example.com (AlliCat) AlliCat Sally's is having a sale and I'm really trying to resist because I'm in the use up your stash challenge :blush:]]> 51384 Hits Misses Or On The Fence? May 2026 Sun, 03 May 2026 16:28:40 +0000 https://longhaircareforums.com/threads/hits-misses-or-on-the-fence-may-2026.858056/ 858056 invalid@example.com (IDareT'sHair) IDareT'sHair Okay Lovely Ladies! :hiya:

What's Working?:up:

Whar's Not?:down:

What Are You On The Fence About? What is Just So-So?:seesaw:]]> 6 Best detangling brush in 2025 Sun, 03 May 2026 14:00:52 +0000 https://longhaircareforums.com/threads/best-detangling-brush-in-2025.857426/ 857426 invalid@example.com (Angel of the North) Angel of the North I've used The classic Denman brushes with Hercules Sagemann combs for years and I recently started using the Tangle Teezer for curly and coily hair (purple one).

I really liked the way it seemed to detangle my hair very quickly and effortlessly, I don't see a lot of hair in the brush when I detangle, but I've noticed that my ends are feeling really rough.

I've been using the brush for a couple of months, I always detangle with conditioner or something that gives me great slip.

What I'd...

Read more]]> 99 April 30 May 1 2 3 4 5 6 What Are Your Weekly Hair Plans? Fri, 01 May 2026 17:54:53 +0000 https://longhaircareforums.com/threads/april-30-may-1-2-3-4-5-6-what-are-your-weekly-hair-plans.858050/ 858050 invalid@example.com (IDareT'sHair) IDareT'sHair Hey Cuzzins! :hiya: .....:grouphug2:

What Are Your Weekly Hair Plans?:brainy:]]> 4 2020 & Beyond Delightfully Delicious Deep Conditioning Challenge Fri, 01 May 2026 17:51:16 +0000 https://longhaircareforums.com/threads/2020-beyond-delightfully-delicious-deep-conditioning-challenge.829047/ 829047 invalid@example.com (Jade Feria) Jade Feria
WELCOME TO THE 2020 & BEYOND DELIGHTFULLY DELICIOUS DEEP CONDITIONING CHALLENGE!!
:gorgeous::gorgeous::gorgeous:
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This challenge was started because we sometimes get a little lazy and don't want to do all that's necessary for our hair to grow faster, retain more length, and become healthier, stronger, and more manageable, so the challenge helps us to encourage each other to remain consistent and persistent.

This challenge is for everyone - natural...​

Read more]]> 964 2026-2027 Cowash, Clay Wash, Herbal Wash, Water Rinse Challenge Fri, 01 May 2026 17:49:37 +0000 https://longhaircareforums.com/threads/2026-2027-cowash-clay-wash-herbal-wash-water-rinse-challenge.857950/ 857950 invalid@example.com (IDareT'sHair) IDareT'sHair Hey Ladies! :grouphug2: ......:hiya:

Please join me in Posting Your Cowash, Clay Wash, Herb Rinse or Water Rinse Challenge for this Year, if this is part of your Routine and Regimen

Just Post What you are using Here!:thankyou:]]> 12