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Like most women “of a certain age,” I pull hands full of hair out of my brush every week. I think when you have long hair, it looks like you’re losing a lot more than than if you keep it short. But still, I was getting worried. The last time I had my hair this long, my little braid was only as big around as my thumb. My “widow’s peak” was becoming more and more pronounced. So I knew I needed to do something that would help restore my hair, if that was even possible.

I only shampoo my hair once a week and only wash the roots. Rinsing is enough to draw down over the length of my hair and doesn’t strip it of oils. I only use the conditioner on the length of my hair and never on the crown. That way it doesn’t weigh down my hair and make it greasy.

When I started Noom, I also started RYZE Mushroom Coffee and put collagen powder in it. I was amazed what it did for my hair. It was just starting to get silky smooth again when my Endocrinologist asked me to stop the supplement for six months to see if it made a difference in my kidney function. It did not, so I was allowed to return to taking my Vital Proteins Collagen Powder every day. In the time I was off of it, my hair really went downhill. It was frizzy and lifeless and it took a good three months to improve. Now my braid is nice and full, my hair is silky and shiny, and I have new “baby hairs” growing all around my crown. It looks like a halo in the sunshine.

This is a miracle product. After shampooing and before conditioning, I squeeze out as much water as I can. Then I apply this sparingly to the bottom half of my hair and squeeze it through to coat. Then rinse. You don’t have to leave it on long.

I have to switch up my hair products from time to time. The one I’ve been using for the last year or so has worked great. I’ll leave pictures of the products here for you to see and details of my routine. I’m really happy with my hair now. It’s been two years since I cut it last. I’ve let my bangs grow out, too. They’ve gotten long enough that I can almost keep them pulled back in my ponytail. I used to get my hair cut, highlighted, and styled regularly. I quit using any color about two or three years after Mr. Virgo and I got married. I let it go great and it’s been fun to see it change over the years. I don’t think I’ll ever have my mom’s beautiful white hair, but silver works for me.

This is a leave in conditioner. After I’ve conditioned with the regular conditioner, I usually blow-dry my hair but if it’s warm out, I sit in the sun and brush it till it’s dry. Then I use a very small amount of this…pea sized. I rub my hands together then run my hair through my hands in one side of my head and repeat on the other side.

(I always sleep with my hair pulled back in a long braid. I repeat this conditioning step about three times a week before I braid my hair for bed.)

I quit going to the salon altogether once Covid hit. I trimmed my own bangs as best I could and called it good. I’ve never had Covid (thank you, God) and I’ve save quite a bit of money, too. I like the look now that the bangs are way down below my chin. It feels more stylish without even trying. Because I don’t try anymore. If I had the money back that I spent in the hair and nail salon and being pampered with a massage or facial…I could have easily had a trip to Europe. That just makes me sad. But, I was working in those days. I was younger and worried more about appearances. 

A lot of things have changed since Mr. FixIt and I have been together. We aren’t fancy by any measure. I mean, we clean up good, but I’ll bet I haven’t put makeup on more than a handful of times in the last decade. I just feel good in my skin now and there are no complaints from my husband. If you feel good, keep clean, drink a lot of water, get some fresh air every day and a little exercise, and a solid night’s sleep…your inner health shines through. 

I don’t know who needs to hear this today, but you are BEAUTIFUL! You deserve to take care of yourself however works for you. Be confident and kind and you’ll positively sparkle in the sun!

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“Gray hair is a crown of glory; it is gained in a righteous life.”   ‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭16‬:‭31‬ ‭ESV‬‬

***Gratitude Journal***   
Today I am grateful for God showing me I am loved, no matter what I look like. I am loved by Jesus and if Jesus loves me, who am I to not love myself? I am worthy and I am enough…just the way I am!