https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thank-you-maya Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 28 Apr 2026 09:03:34 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thank-you-maya#post-370632 Tue, 21 Jun 2011 16:15:42 +0000 suzanne 370632@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So glad - I'm most partial to it myself. And once again sorry for the jargon *blush*! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thank-you-maya#post-370627 Tue, 21 Jun 2011 15:49:39 +0000 Freckles 370627@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Suzanne I really appreciate all the knowledgeable advice.</p> <p>It sounds like I can't overdose on the urea cream and that's great news. I was thinking of it more like a "drug"; use it until fixed and then switch to another cream. I guess I'll just continue to use it as needed. I must say, rubbing the excess onto my hands has really improved them too! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thank-you-maya#post-370546 Tue, 21 Jun 2011 11:55:34 +0000 suzanne 370546@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Freckles, I don't know if you know it, but urea is one of the few substances that actually penetrate the epidermis. Our skin actually contains three natural moisturising factors in its own structure: urea, lactic acid and amino acids. Therefore one of the most effective natural moisturisers is Urea, which the skin makes from protein and is found in the outer layer (stratum corneum) of the skin a well as in the surface layer of the skin (epidermis). Basically it plays the prima donna role in maintaining the skin's moisture balance and suppleness. Urea is non-toxic, non-allergenic, colourless and odourless. It is an intense, natural moisturiser that is actually much more "natural" to the body than any kind of plant oil could ever be. I think that the only part that is off-putting is the fact that urea is also a component of urine. (but remember that urine is so sterile that one CAN actually drink it) However - most urea used in cosmetics is manufactured! Sorry for all the science talk - I come from a huge family of docters - it sort of rubs off on one ;-). Use the urea cream - it works! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thank-you-maya#post-370480 Tue, 21 Jun 2011 02:55:16 +0000 Freckles 370480@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Scarlet, that makes sense! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thank-you-maya#post-370195 Mon, 20 Jun 2011 18:08:29 +0000 Scarlet 370195@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think the difference is something like the urea actually increases the moisture in your skin whereas the olive oil prevents moisture loss. Sorry, I don't have experience though. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thank-you-maya#post-370108 Mon, 20 Jun 2011 16:31:54 +0000 Freckles 370108@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Just fyi I tried the olive oil on my dry elbows and didn't notice an improvement. When I was at the pharmacy this weekend I asked the pharmacist about it. For my particular elbows he said it wouldn't do anything but use a urea cream to make them become softer and less dry.</p> <p>I know a pharmacist is a traditional medicine practioner...</p> <p>Has anyone had any experience with this. The urea cream seems to be helping. </p> <p>I was thinking of using the urea cream until they get better (well never as I'm always sitting with my elbows on the table) and then using the olive oil to maintain. Has anyone had this problem? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thank-you-maya#post-362739 Tue, 07 Jun 2011 23:44:01 +0000 Maya 362739@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>All you have to do to melt it is put a tiny scoop in your hand and rub it between your palms. The friction will cause it to melt. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thank-you-maya#post-362620 Tue, 07 Jun 2011 18:43:57 +0000 crazyone 362620@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Scarlet: coconut oil does freeze at relatively high temperatures (my mother's oil would be frozen indoors during the winter, for example) but just heating it up a little bit (even by placing the bottle near a heating vent) should work fine. Interestingly, in India the prevalent idea is that coconut oil, in addition to hydrating your hair, keeps it "black", probably because hydrated hair looks glossier than dry hair? I don't know. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thank-you-maya#post-362614 Tue, 07 Jun 2011 18:24:53 +0000 Scarlet 362614@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think I also read somewhere that coconut oil works better in warm climates (like India) because of its relatively high melting temperature, but I guess according to Maya's experience that may not be true. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thank-you-maya#post-362578 Tue, 07 Jun 2011 16:19:53 +0000 Freckles 362578@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for the advice ladies. I think it might take a couple of tries to get it right. My hair is smiling now but I put a wee bit too much in one area. Think I'll start at the underside of the back next time. Really appreciate the timely response. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thank-you-maya#post-362548 Tue, 07 Jun 2011 15:24:11 +0000 crazyone 362548@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>No, instead of a Mediterranean buffet you'll smell like a Keralite buffet (my family's from a state in India which uses coconut oil for all their cooking) ;-). It's certainly a good hair oil, but I think many people are going to find it very strong smelling. The smell is a little different from coconut meat or coconut milk, as well. </p> <p>Also, I'm guessing you use less than people in India tend to do, where they literally slather it over their hair both before and after washing their hair. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thank-you-maya#post-362543 Tue, 07 Jun 2011 15:17:15 +0000 Maya 362543@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don't really notice the smell of coconut oil, except when it's on my head, which is to be expected. I suppose there could be a little residual smell after I wash it out but I don't really notice it, and considering I'm in much closer proximity to my hair than anyone else, I would be the first to know.</p> <p>That said, I find the smell inoffensive and actually rather pleasant. I like it more than olive oil in any case. If I have to smell like a tropical cocktail or Mediterranean buffet, I choose tropical cocktail! If it does leave a bit of a light scent, I think most people would just assume I'm using one of those coocnut-scented bath and body products. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thank-you-maya#post-362423 Tue, 07 Jun 2011 08:35:31 +0000 joyi2011 362423@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>yes, thanks mama </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thank-you-maya#post-362400 Tue, 07 Jun 2011 07:38:41 +0000 Astrid 362400@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Scarlet, if I use the minimum amount I require in my hair it does smell only a little and evaporates after half an hour. I don't find the smell totally unpleasant and had never any problems with it. If I use too much I can get it out with one more wash, so I have no problems with experimenting. I think you shouldn't do it just right before an important outing, but if you have a quiet weekend at home, you should try it out! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thank-you-maya#post-362392 Tue, 07 Jun 2011 07:12:45 +0000 Scarlet 362392@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ornela (and Maya and C1) does the smell wash out easily? I was always concerned about that so I have never tried this. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thank-you-maya#post-362294 Tue, 07 Jun 2011 01:22:57 +0000 crazyone 362294@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ornela: just a warning, coconut oil is pretty strong smelling, too. It's great for hair, but it's a very, very strong smell, which is why I never liked my mother putting it in my hair when I was growing up... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thank-you-maya#post-362288 Tue, 07 Jun 2011 01:05:55 +0000 Maya 362288@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have fine hair too. Just use a tiny bit. It will definitely wash out by Saturday...I mean, it washes out in just one wash for me. Just make sure to only use the minimum amount necessary to coat the hair. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thank-you-maya#post-362198 Mon, 06 Jun 2011 22:03:22 +0000 Ornella 362198@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Freckles, I'd steer away from any experiments so close to the important event, it sounds like too much of a risk if you're unsure. But, once it's over, why not give it a go though. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thank-you-maya#post-362163 Mon, 06 Jun 2011 21:27:23 +0000 Freckles 362163@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'd like to try this but I have very fine hair and the follicles are spaced widely apart. If I tried it tonight/tomorrow would it wash out by Sat night? I'm attending niece's stag/doe and my hair can't be awful... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thank-you-maya#post-362142 Mon, 06 Jun 2011 20:48:02 +0000 Ornella 362142@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Once again, I am amazed with how simple solutions to some issues are. It really makes me wonder what other pampering product can be replaced with something form the kitchen.</p> <p>I just cannot believe the difference. I couldn't keep my hands out of my hair the whole day today, it was so smooth, soft and wonderful to touch. Seriously, I went to the washroom at work too many times, just so I can admire my hair. How sad is that LOL</p> <p>@rae, Medicechic, Marley - it's definitely worth a try.</p> <p>@Lynne, the idea of fortyfying the conditioner with the oils sounds brilliant. I think I'll experiment with the coconut oil though, as olive oil I use is high quality home-made one that has a very strong, distinctive aroma. The difference between that one and what supermarkets sell as highest quality is massive in every way. I actually really love that aroma, but in food only. I worry that walking around with hair smelling like a meditarranean salad dressing might cause a few frowns :)<br />  <br /> But coconut oil, that I'll try for sure. Thanks for the super advice.</p> <p>@Astrid, great tip to watch the amount of oil used in the conditioner, thanks. As for the amount used directly on hair, I thought I was using too much yesterday, but my hair soaked it all in - there was hardly anything to rinse later in the day. My poor hair must have been so starved before! But it must luuuuurve me today as it shines beautifully </p> <p>I'll most certainly keep an eye on what kind of products I'll use in the future, but I migth have found the only solution I actually need. Maya, my hair will be eternaly grateful and I have a feeling my purse will be too </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thank-you-maya#post-362003 Mon, 06 Jun 2011 17:45:16 +0000 Marley 362003@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow - never heard of this. Going to have to give this a try! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thank-you-maya#post-361990 Mon, 06 Jun 2011 17:23:22 +0000 Lisa 361990@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yay for a successful hair tip. High five to Maya! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thank-you-maya#post-361859 Mon, 06 Jun 2011 12:25:20 +0000 Astrid 361859@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I didn't see your first thread, but I'm glad the olive oil is working! I'm using it regularly myself. I just have to take care to not use too much, because my hair doesn't like that either. </p> <p>Lynne, I sometimes do the bit with the conditioner. The problem with this method is that you can't really estimate the amount you use. If it's too much oil, you can throw the entire bottle of condtitioner away, or have oily hair. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thank-you-maya#post-361837 Mon, 06 Jun 2011 08:23:07 +0000 Lynne 361837@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>yay for YLF girlfriends :)</p> <p>Ornella, I have also heard of fortifying your normal conditioner with a bit of olive oil, too. It was a bit too much for my fine hair, but might work for hair with more volume? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thank-you-maya#post-361716 Mon, 06 Jun 2011 01:04:08 +0000 Medicechic 361716@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I may have to try that. I tried the washing with baking soda/water and rinsing with beer... It actually worked really well. I think my hair stayed clean for about 3 days. Normally I wash it every day! It was a little complicated though, so I haven't done it since. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thank-you-maya#post-361711 Mon, 06 Jun 2011 00:55:15 +0000 rae 361711@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ooh, hadn't heard of that before - I will keep in mind for any friends struggling with dry hair. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thank-you-maya#post-361701 Sun, 05 Jun 2011 22:53:20 +0000 Maya 361701@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh yay! So glad it worked for you. I knew it would :)</p> <p>Olive oil and coconut oil are really miracle products. They also work very well as skin moisturizers, if you ever have a problem with dry skin. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thank-you-maya#post-361697 Sun, 05 Jun 2011 22:28:26 +0000 Ornella 361697@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>After applying your advice from <a rel="nofollow" href="http://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/advice-needed-for-dry-and-coarse-hair">this thread</a> to use natural oil on my hair, I cannot believe the difference.</p> <p>I was eager to try something asap and as olive oils is something I already had at home, I tried using it. I left on the whole day and my hair feels completely different now! Not only that it doesn't feel coarse or dry, but it didn't tangle and also it dried so quickly. I have to use the hairdryer to style it, btw, but I always try to keep it to the minimum - this time, however, it took noticeably less time.</p> <p>Thank you! </p>