Micro Update

[pt_tangles]

Hi all -

I am at work (still), so I don't have a world of time just now.  But here is a quick run down of me for the past few weeks:

*Started my photography course - way cool!
*Started writing again - way dunno ... slow at first, sometimes cool, other times heavy
*Am still swimming 3 times a week - starting to see results - MEGA cool - need a way to keep my hair safe/healthy
*Working all the time with no end in sight - we had a few people promoted, so I am now learning all I need to know to fill their spots - which took them weeks/months to learn, but I get to learn in a matter of hours/days if I am lucky
*Trying to clean up/out/move/etc because my place is too small, and we have too much stuff - also in the market for a house cleaner
*Trying to decide if I want an entirely new job/career or if I want to try and stick to my original plan for my life - clarity would be nice

Gotta head back, more stuff calls for me to do.  I REALLY need a vacation!

--Phae

Comments

[gessatrude.livejournal.com]

Dunno bout all the rest, but swimming hair... make sure you're using some kind of clarifying shampoo to rid yourself of chemicals, and doing some kind of deep conditioning treatment at least once a week...If you are swimming at a time where you have the time to shower immediately after, I'd recommend some kind of oil for the ends of your hair, twist then cover with a swimming cap. Then wash immediately after your swim. The oil will protect the ends from chemical frying.

[pt_tangles]

I do use conditioner all the time, but I haven't been using a harsh shampoo because my hair is already dryed out and damaged from the pool. I would be worried that a clarifying shampoo would strip it more, and I don't need that.

I have found a couple of deep conditioning treatments that I am going to try. I love swimming, and since it is my only relaxation/exercise lately, I kind of NEED it.

We have a pool in our building, so I do shower right after swimming - I'll see if I can find a swimming cap. I haven't really seen them around, but I haven't gone looking either.

Thanks,

--Phae

[victrola58.livejournal.com]

I agree with Amy - I use this shampoo & sometimes the conditioner. It takes the chlorine out of the hair. I don't use a lot of it.

http://www.drugstore.com/products/prod.asp?pid=14577&catid=10341

[pt_tangles]

Do you know if you can get that at a regular drugstore, or do you need to order it online?

--Phae

[victrola58.livejournal.com]

I can get it at a regular drugstore by me, CVS or Walgreens. Perhaps if you call around you might be able to find it.

[pt_tangles]

I'll have to keep my eyes open for it at my local drugstore. Thanks :)

--Phae