en-US Long Hair Care Forum The Ultimate Hair Care & Beauty Resource for Women of Color Tue, 10 Mar 2026 06:10:53 +0000 Tue, 10 Mar 2026 06:10:53 +0000 Long Hair Care Forum https://longhaircareforums.com/ 2026/2027 Growth Aids Challenge Tue, 10 Mar 2026 02:36:59 +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:]]> 35 2026 2027 Pre Poo Challenge Tue, 10 Mar 2026 02:35:41 +0000 https://longhaircareforums.com/threads/2026-2027-pre-poo-challenge.857976/ 857976 invalid@example.com (IDareT'sHair) IDareT'sHair Hey Cousins!:welcome:

Come Join me in this Pre-Poo Challenge. Pre-Treat etc.....Ya'll know what to do! :giggle:

If you love to Pre-Treat (like I do):love:

Especially with Spring/Summer Here!:sunshine:......:poke"

OR......If you have anything you want to "Use Up" this is the Place for You!

Just Post what You're using!]]> 5 100% Silk Durag Tue, 10 Mar 2026 01:23:17 +0000 https://longhaircareforums.com/threads/100-silk-durag.857978/ 857978 invalid@example.com (GraceJones) GraceJones Has anyone tried any 100% mulberry silk durags of quality?

No satin durags from the BSS please...]]> 0 Random Hair Thoughts/Thinking out loud Tue, 10 Mar 2026 00:17:02 +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:]]> 51295 Luscious Healthy Ends Challenge 2026 Mon, 09 Mar 2026 23:08:38 +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]]> 133 Index of Black Owned Hair Companies & list Non-Black Owned (often mistaken for ours) Mon, 09 Mar 2026 22:00:23 +0000 https://longhaircareforums.com/threads/index-of-black-owned-hair-companies-list-non-black-owned-often-mistaken-for-ours.696865/ 696865 invalid@example.com (virtuenow) virtuenow Independent Black Owned Hair Care Products Companies/Beauty Supply stores Part I:

Ada Cosmetics - Mineral Makeup for Women of Color - Ada Cosmetics
Advina Natural: http://www.adivanatural.com/
Afrikan Republic: www.afrikanrepublic. com
Afroveda: www.afroveda.com
Akamuti OK: Akamuti ® - 100% Natural Skincare
Alaffia: http://www.alaffia.com/hair-care
Annette Cosmetiques - Annette2...

Read more]]> 112 2025/2026 - Journey to SL/APL/BSL Challenge Mon, 09 Mar 2026 20:39:03 +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]]> 511 March 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 What Are Your Weekly Hair Plans? Mon, 09 Mar 2026 18:52:44 +0000 https://longhaircareforums.com/threads/march-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-what-are-your-weekly-hair-plans.857974/ 857974 invalid@example.com (IDareT'sHair) IDareT'sHair Hey Cuz!:grouphug3:

Let's Get Busy This Week!:happydance:

What are YOUR Weekly Hair Plans?:brainy:]]> 3 Protein Queens: Challenge Mon, 09 Mar 2026 17:13:56 +0000 https://longhaircareforums.com/threads/protein-queens-challenge.829271/ 829271 invalid@example.com (NaturallyATLPCH) NaturallyATLPCH After much activity on this board, I have decided that there should a thread for protein dependent ladies. Contrary to all of this information about avoiding protein, using it sparingly, etc., I have found that I need it every wash day and almost every other day. I have noticed less breakage also. So I will be continuing frequent protein use in the future. If you would like to join, answer the following and if you are focused on growth, perhaps a starting pic.


Hair (type, length, porosity...

Read more]]> 862 2020 & Beyond Delightfully Delicious Deep Conditioning Challenge Mon, 09 Mar 2026 17:13:02 +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]]> 944 2026-2027 Cowash, Clay Wash, Herbal Wash, Water Rinse Challenge Mon, 09 Mar 2026 17:11:50 +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:]]> 6 2026/2027 Oil Butter Cream Grease Challenge Mon, 09 Mar 2026 17:10:38 +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"]]> 18 Hits Misses Or On The Fence? - March 2026 Mon, 09 Mar 2026 17:04:21 +0000 https://longhaircareforums.com/threads/hits-misses-or-on-the-fence-march-2026.857968/ 857968 invalid@example.com (IDareT'sHair) IDareT'sHair Hey Cuz! :grouphug2:

What's A Hit this Month:up:

What's A Miss this Month:down:

And/Or

What Are you On The Fence about this Month?:seesaw:]]> 4 Reduce Your Stash 2026 Mon, 09 Mar 2026 02:27:22 +0000 https://longhaircareforums.com/threads/reduce-your-stash-2026.857708/ 857708 invalid@example.com (faithVA) faithVA Toss it, Use it or Give it Away. Doesn't matter how you do it but let's do it.


Quoting OneEastCoastCurlie "If you have too many products in your refrigerator, cabinets, storage bins, etc., then this challenge is :flowers:. It is time again to strategically reduce your product stash by using it up or losing it by giving it away. So join me in this effort by responding to the following:"It

Join Anytime: It's never too early or too late to get started.

List the products you...

Read more]]> 70 2026 Supplement/Vitamins & Diet Challenge Mon, 09 Mar 2026 02:20:38 +0000 https://longhaircareforums.com/threads/2026-supplement-vitamins-diet-challenge.857866/ 857866 invalid@example.com (larry3344) larry3344 I have been wanting to revive the supplement and vitamin challenges that we used to have on this site but with a twist, it is both a supplement and diet combo challenge.

We all know, as the name suggests a vitamin/supplement is supposed to fill the gaps that your diet is not providing, and the combination of the two with a solid hair regimen can skyrocket your hair growth.

Therefore, I decided to revisit the old threads that we used to have on this site to provide a good base to serve as...

Read more]]> 26 March 2026 What Did You Buy This Week? (Hair Care Edition) Mon, 09 Mar 2026 01:14:25 +0000 https://longhaircareforums.com/threads/march-2026-what-did-you-buy-this-week-hair-care-edition.857966/ 857966 invalid@example.com (IDareT'sHair) IDareT'sHair Hello Cousins :hiya: !

What Did YOU Buy This Week?:shopping:

Ya'll know we wanna know!:grouphug2:]]> 4 Weekly Confession..... Sun, 08 Mar 2026 23:54:53 +0000 https://longhaircareforums.com/threads/weekly-confession.857244/ 857244 invalid@example.com (Angel of the North) Angel of the North I need to get it off my chest...... Feel free to join me :lol:

1. I didn't get around to wash day last week.
2. My hair has been in a baggied bun for the last 3 days until today, when I washed it.
3. I own multiple silk/satin bonnets, scarfs and pillowcase..... I cannot locate one right now, I know I saw one a couple of weeks ago. Sigh.... let me start looking now, I don't want to
4. I've bought 12 hair care products already this month. I feel like its all stuff that will enhance my hair's...

Read more]]> 174 Crown and Glory 2023! Sun, 08 Mar 2026 02:03:34 +0000 https://longhaircareforums.com/threads/crown-and-glory-2023.854439/ 854439 invalid@example.com (Prettyeyes) Prettyeyes Hello Ladies,

This year my goal is MBL. I am currently relaxed but I may be transitioning not sure yet. I want to wear braids for six weeks. Daily spraying with water, scurl or braid spray ( choose what works for you). Weekly I will sit down and thoroughly moisturize my hair personally I will be using several products I really like a water based moisturizer. I will seal with EVOO or grease. If you want to wash your hair in braids occasionally you can. I do. Then after six weeks I will take...

Read more]]> 517 Best detangling brush in 2025 Sat, 07 Mar 2026 23:17:58 +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]]> 47 Classic Length 2025-2026 Sat, 07 Mar 2026 20:39:23 +0000 https://longhaircareforums.com/threads/classic-length-2025-2026.857246/ 857246 invalid@example.com (snoop) snoop Hey everyone,

In the past we've had a space to inspire, learn, and support each other in our journey to classic length and beyond. It's time for us to put the "LOOOONNNNG" back into LHCF!

This space isn't just for anyone who has reached BCL or TBL. It's for anyone who is working towards achieving Classic Length.

Feel free to join at any time. A starting picture would be appreciated.

Check-ins will happen quarterly:

March 1, 2025
June 1, 2025
Sept 1, 2025
Dec 1, 2025...

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