tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167086251514186647.post7514018479580715314..comments2024-03-09T06:56:41.020-05:00Comments on Overthrow Martha: "JR Liggett" Shampoo Bar ReviewSherri Griffinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10481419779173763777noreply@blogger.comBlogger49125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167086251514186647.post-52273001873305090632014-10-05T14:15:33.011-04:002014-10-05T14:15:33.011-04:00I mentioned in the blog post that I had some dandr...I mentioned in the blog post that I had some dandruff like symptoms-- it's very common. Massaging the scalp before using the shampoo bar helps :)Sherri Griffinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10481419779173763777noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167086251514186647.post-17096790823755293342014-09-30T19:41:36.776-04:002014-09-30T19:41:36.776-04:00Hi Sherri,
I've been using the J.R. Liggett s...Hi Sherri,<br /><br />I've been using the J.R. Liggett shampoo bar for about a month now and recently I've noticed my scalp becoming itchy at times and what seems to look like dandruff?? Did you have this happen to your scalp?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167086251514186647.post-32493126315963647632014-09-28T11:32:22.840-04:002014-09-28T11:32:22.840-04:00I'm sorry to hear about the greasy hair, but t...I'm sorry to hear about the greasy hair, but that really is quite common. Our hair is used to being stripped and is in a constant state of damage. It will be a bit crazy until it begins to fix itself and as yours is color treated it may take a bit longer to repair the damage. Apple Cider Vinegar Hair Rinses can help with this, but it still takes time. <br /><br />Brushing your hair often and Sherri Griffinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10481419779173763777noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167086251514186647.post-66842146437262590572014-09-18T06:53:30.937-04:002014-09-18T06:53:30.937-04:00Hi, I have just stumbled across this blog after tr...Hi, I have just stumbled across this blog after trying to find out some more info on the JR Liggetts shampoo bars! I hope you can help! I have been wanting to go natural with shampoo for a while and after watching video's on youtube and researching online, I found the shampoo bars and couldn't wait to give them a try! I am in the UK so ordered online from an American company as they don&#Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10787872553875733679noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167086251514186647.post-47092841607492294432014-09-17T08:24:52.772-04:002014-09-17T08:24:52.772-04:00It really shouldn't be stored anywhere wet or ...It really shouldn't be stored anywhere wet or it basically melts! Eck! I keep mine in one of those wire soap racks that suction cup to the side of the glass and out of the stream of water. No problems if it's stored that way. :)Sherri Griffinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10481419779173763777noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167086251514186647.post-1327695569586938032014-09-09T16:17:18.257-04:002014-09-09T16:17:18.257-04:00How did you store this shampoo bar? I stored it in...How did you store this shampoo bar? I stored it in a soap box and unfortunately it turned into a jelly like consistency.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167086251514186647.post-16144190157441376512014-09-09T14:28:07.029-04:002014-09-09T14:28:07.029-04:00Are you using the ACV rinse as well? Everyone is d...Are you using the ACV rinse as well? Everyone is different in how their hair reacts to the transition and the length of the transition, but there would be no reason as to why you couldn't use boar bristle brushes afterwards. :)Sherri Griffinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10481419779173763777noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167086251514186647.post-63124024324999087922014-09-09T11:38:33.722-04:002014-09-09T11:38:33.722-04:00I am on week 2 now... I used to use a boar bristl...I am on week 2 now... I used to use a boar bristle brush before I switched. Now I have stopped using it because it seems to strip the waxy oils from my hair. My brush is super sticky and it is a lint trap! I seem to have a whole bunch of build up on my hair. It has gotten slightly less waxy, but I am still unable to run my fingers through it. Do you suggest I switch brushes permanently, or do Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167086251514186647.post-78795434293809695562014-08-01T09:32:56.055-04:002014-08-01T09:32:56.055-04:00Thanks so much for your sharing! And everyone else...Thanks so much for your sharing! And everyone else's input. I just used my Liggett shampoo bar today and encountered the waxy feel. Frankly, I didn't do ANY research whatsoever before I bought the bar to try. I just liked that it claimed to have only the basic ingredients for clean hair. And it was a solid easy bar to tote around.<br /><br />Anyway, I appreciate your detailed support and Fayenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167086251514186647.post-64063271919134824062014-07-17T16:24:36.451-04:002014-07-17T16:24:36.451-04:00Jessica, I would try Beauty and the Bees Beer sham...Jessica, I would try Beauty and the Bees Beer shampoo if I were you ;) I have also heard that Chargin Valley has some great options for hair like yours as well, but I haven' tried them personally. I do love the beer shampoo bar and I think it's pretty amazing :)Sherri Griffinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10481419779173763777noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167086251514186647.post-38758193917024082212014-07-17T15:06:35.027-04:002014-07-17T15:06:35.027-04:00I live in Florida and honestly, I just wash my hai...I live in Florida and honestly, I just wash my hair with water on some days and I usually add a little bit of essential oils to the water to help with cleaning and such. For me this works great-- it's very similar to the no 'poo idea except I use the shampoo bar once or twice a week. Using the ACV every day can cause a pH imbalance, so I wouldn't recommend that. <br /><br />I have Sherri Griffinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10481419779173763777noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167086251514186647.post-29401670608213744332014-07-15T19:04:03.469-04:002014-07-15T19:04:03.469-04:00Hey, Sherri! I'm so glad I found your blog!
So...Hey, Sherri! I'm so glad I found your blog!<br />So, about a year ago I first heard about the "no poo method". I tried the baking soda and the ACV rinse. It started out fine. I liked how my hair was looking a weekor two into it but over time it began to get too dry. I eventually just quit because I was afraid my hair was going to dry out and be worse then it was before. I kept my Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167086251514186647.post-81769095331524098332014-07-14T01:04:40.059-04:002014-07-14T01:04:40.059-04:00What would you recommend for those who live in hot...What would you recommend for those who live in hot climates or who exercise regularly? I got my Ligget's bar this week but have had to wash my hair every day or every other day due to either going to the gym or sweating profusely in L.A. weather. Washing my hair only every 3 days or so (even after my hair gets used to the bar) just doesn't seem possible for me. Would the solution be to Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167086251514186647.post-50389067766267692022014-07-06T15:20:58.894-04:002014-07-06T15:20:58.894-04:00Thank you for the advice, I have aloe at home so I...Thank you for the advice, I have aloe at home so I will definitely try and give myself a scalp massage next time I have to wash my hair. Thank you so much!! :o)<br /><br />Germany is a nice place, you should really come and visit us one day! ;o)Blumehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14069035941822488923noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167086251514186647.post-55203730394239819672014-06-12T12:09:09.670-04:002014-06-12T12:09:09.670-04:00Megan, I wash my hair about twice a week-- every 3...Megan, I wash my hair about twice a week-- every 3 to 4 days. The hair is definitely the hardest part. I've been trying to make my own DIY shampoo for readers who don't want to use the shampoo bar as well, but I can't seem to get a recipe that I really like either. It's sooo hard!! I do like the shampoo bars and they've worked well for me :)Sherri Griffinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10481419779173763777noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167086251514186647.post-27222506854266857852014-06-10T15:10:16.391-04:002014-06-10T15:10:16.391-04:00Hi! I was curious — how often do you wash your hai...Hi! I was curious — how often do you wash your hair, now that you're doing it naturally? I have been using a homemade shampoo, but I'm not a huge fan of it. <br /><br />Thanks :DAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167086251514186647.post-7604090594485036622014-06-07T20:49:49.667-04:002014-06-07T20:49:49.667-04:00Yes Ma'am, my hair did the EXACT same thing. I...Yes Ma'am, my hair did the EXACT same thing. It gets better each wash-- it has to do with the hair being stripped of natural oils. Once the hair shafts start to repair and become lubricated with oils, then it will feel much, much better! I really suggest trying to not wash everyday if you can and to brush your hair A LOT to distribute the oils-- also a good scalp massage before showering Sherri Griffinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10481419779173763777noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167086251514186647.post-20124590775458601692014-06-07T20:19:32.522-04:002014-06-07T20:19:32.522-04:00Hello (:
So I literally just came out of the show...Hello (:<br /><br />So I literally just came out of the shower and it was my first time using this shampoo. Why is it that when i rinsed my hair after lathering it, my hands have a difficult time running itself through my hair? WIll it always be this way or is it just because this is my first time using it? I use the apple cider rinse afterwards and my hair feels pretty nice BUT this is the firstAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10431594381226098047noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167086251514186647.post-26338931710141288932014-05-30T11:13:57.509-04:002014-05-30T11:13:57.509-04:00Homemade olive oil soap bars? I'm intrigued. H...Homemade olive oil soap bars? I'm intrigued. How do you make them? It sounds awesome! Sherri Griffinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10481419779173763777noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167086251514186647.post-78352669756534864922014-05-30T08:29:33.546-04:002014-05-30T08:29:33.546-04:00I have been using my own home made olive oil soap ...I have been using my own home made olive oil soap bars exclusively on my hair for about 2 years now. I will never use shampoo again. I used to use ACV rinse, but now I don't use anything. I use an ionizing hair dryer sometimes. I can flat iron my hair without anything on it and it does not damage it. I have noticed that I have very minimal hair loss compared to when I used shampoo and Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167086251514186647.post-56494067658975283652014-05-24T11:08:45.244-04:002014-05-24T11:08:45.244-04:00I'm so sorry you're having a hard time :( ...I'm so sorry you're having a hard time :( The transition can be very difficult. It's normal for the hair to feel waxy during the transition (mine did, too). It does take some time-- most people it is about a month for the hair to stabilize and return to a normal feeling and shine. But when you are through with your transition your hair will most likely feel thicker and fuller. <br /><Sherri Griffinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10481419779173763777noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167086251514186647.post-6157164116509110162014-05-22T14:09:13.983-04:002014-05-22T14:09:13.983-04:00Hi!
I started using JR Liggett's shampoo bar s...Hi!<br />I started using JR Liggett's shampoo bar since 5 days ago. I have the hair up to my waist. This washes have been terribles; my hair is really waxy and it feels disgusting specially because my hair used to shine a lot then I feel like it is dirty; on desperate moments (almost all time) I think on give up and return them (I ordered 6 bars because in my country it doesnt sell it), but Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09952458630905833030noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167086251514186647.post-54645035727697543862014-05-16T19:42:37.085-04:002014-05-16T19:42:37.085-04:00Anna, I'm so happy to hear about your experien...Anna, I'm so happy to hear about your experience with the shampoo bar! That's awesome! :) You're so lucky that you didn't have much of a transition and your hair is already feeling thicker and more voluminous. That's awesome!<br /><br />Oh, yes, frizzy hair. That's my natural problem too. Some of that will decrease as the oils coat the hair and the shafts heal, but there Sherri Griffinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10481419779173763777noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167086251514186647.post-82268256619030547762014-05-16T17:42:36.226-04:002014-05-16T17:42:36.226-04:00Hi Sherry!
I started to use the J.R.Liggett'...Hi Sherry! <br /><br />I started to use the J.R.Liggett's Old-Fashioned Shampoo Bar two weeks ago without any conditioner and/or hair rinse. I like the way my hair looks so far - it doesn't feel waxy - or anything like that - on the opposite - it seems my hair became more voluminous and thicker. The only thing - in the foggy weather my hair is very frizzy - but it has always been this wayAnnahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07624526393687298545noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167086251514186647.post-47064408905285565202014-04-19T20:29:15.176-04:002014-04-19T20:29:15.176-04:00Oh! Yeah, the chamomile is expensive-- it's on...Oh! Yeah, the chamomile is expensive-- it's on my wish list, too!! But it's great because you can use it for a lot of skin applications and creams. <br /><br />I bet you'll like the yogurt hair mask! You can also do coconut milk, too. Both are really great and although I'm sure you could rock the grease monkey look, you don't want to make all those other girls jealous! :)<br /Sherri Griffinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10481419779173763777noreply@blogger.com