Black Tea Rinse Challenge

Hey chicas! Who would like to join in on a black tea rinse challenge? My hair doesn't care for protein and I don't have the time for lengthy henna sessions. So I'm opting for black tea rinses instead. I plan to add this rinse to my regimen for the next few months [at least 'till Spring & beyond if it works] in an effort achieve stronger hair. I've researched the topic extensively and I'm ready to try it.

how it works: the caffeine inhibits DHT (dihydrotestosterone, which is derived from testosterone) that causes hair follicles to shrink and eventually stop producing hair. DHT is one [of many possible culprits] that cause excessive shedding/hair loss.

Wanna give it a shot with me? cheers

Yep yep! I posted on the other thread.

I'm in as soon as I get some black tea hopefully today.

Yup I am in, but posted on the other thread.

reporting back... applied 1st tea rinse on yesterday. noticed less shedding/breakage. also incorportated an ayurvedic herbal poo bar. i'm in . how are y'all coming along?

I already do this in my regime it's great.

I want to know at what part of your regimen are you using the black tea? I've read where people use it before they DC or use it as a final rinse.

Oh, and measurements?

Lynnieluve wrote:I want to know at what part of your regimen are you using the black tea? I've read where people use it before they DC or use it as a final rinse.

Oh, and measurements?

i poured it on [slowly to saturate] right before DCing, then applied my DC mix [condish, oils, AVJ]. let it sit 30 mins or so then rinsed. i used 2.5 cups of water and 3 tea bags. i didn't want to [waste] make a huge pot of tea, since most of it runs down your hair and into the drain when you pour it over your head anyway. so i made up just enough to coat the scalp and hair.

I am going to try this one this weekend! I already made up my black tea mix. My hair goes through phases. Right now it is in a shedding phase. I don't want that to interfere with me retaining length! I will check back in after I do it

Thanks for this challenge! I love tea!

Hey yall! I did not start this week. It was a "Man Down Situation", ha ha just saw Frankie on tv. This week my baby and I had horrible colds. I will add the tea rinse to my regimen on next Saturday. For my tea rinse, I will use 3 bags and 3 cups water before DC. I am going to do this until the spring. Anything to combat the post partum shedding.

Will keep ya posted.

U can either Rinse after shampoo R Cond. I Rinse after I IShampoo or Co wash this seem 2 work 4 me

Don't 4get to leave it in for 15-20mins before rinsing it out.

Sign me up...I'm looking for stronger hair....

Is there a specific brand of black tea that works better or anyone off the grocery shelf will work fine?

How long is this challange for?

no specific brand, just make a strong brew. i brew 2 cups water w/ 3-4 tea bags. challenge goes to march/beginning of spring.

I'm going to join this challenge. My hair has been shedding like a tree in fall. *whew*

Hello Ladies

I've been following this challenge. I admit to being a PJ but I have a lot of teas in my cupboard so I can try this without buying anything.

Has anybody considered infusing oil with tea and using that on your hair and scalp? I'm going to try that today for an oil rinse/prepoo. Its shampoo day for me. I'll let you all know my results.

Ok .. one more challenge to join.. Is it too late?

I like the idea of mixing the tea with oil..but if i am not mistaken doesn"t oil and water NOT mix...

But anything to stop the sheading and breakage .

Will stat this weekend and give progress report

Ladybird

I am going to take the dry tea (I have loose earl grey and a loose black with lemon peel), cover it with oil (cocoa butter, olive, jojoba and Smart Balance oil). Put it in a oven safe dish, place in an 170 oven for 2 to 3 hours. I'll check on it regular to make sure its not burning, but that should yield a nice oil infusion. Just like herb infusions for cooking.

Hey Madeaj.... that sound so good, i love mixing stuff and i am going to try this. It makes sense and oils does wonders for my hair

Anyone know how long you have to do a black tea rinse to start seeing results? I did one last Saturday. (5 days ago) and then I twisted my hair. I am going to wear a twist out the next two days and see how it does when I was again on Satuday (7th day). I am going to do the black tea rinse again

Ladybird wrote: Hey Madeaj.... that sound so good, i love mixing stuff and i am going to try this. It makes sense and oils does wonders for my hair

Okay, I've finished infusing the oil. The final oil is dark green and smells like strong tea, kind of green. So I added a couple of drops of Bitter Orange Orchid fragrance oil. It smells wonderful. I'm going to massage my scalp with it tonight and wash as as normal. I might put a tiny bit on my scalp after the wash too. Crossing my fingers that this is something good.

Hey Madeaj.. i actually mix mine last night couldn't wait since it is my hair washing weekend thought i get started right away. I used 3 bags of black tea mix with EVOO and i put it on the stove for about 5-15 minutes then put it ina bottle to infuse some more.

The only thing i have to figure out now is how to get the oil in my hair without the leaves...they are so small. Anyway i am going to start using it right away.

Ladybird

The tea I used had big leaves, I used a fine mesh strainer I got from the Dollar Tree. I the dollar tree because everything is.....A Dollar!

I used last night and it felt great. The scent under the hot water reminded me of henna. But I like the smell of henna. My hair has a nice sheen today and feels moisturized. I don't think I will use it as a leave in, the scent is too strong for me to tolerate for very long.