Need advice for growing top knot.

[BabyGirl Rosie]

Originally Posted by Ldyrev1

If you are still interested in passing them along, I would be happy to receive them. Right now, I will put anything in her hair several times a day just to be able to get her hair out of her eyes. LOL You can PM me to let me know. Thanks a bunch!!

Pm me your address. You can have mine.

[Teresiana]

When I grew out Yoshi's top knot, I used 2 bands. I grouped the shorter hair in the front together. Then I grouped the longer hair & attached the shorter group to the longer one with the same rubber band. That way, it stayed put & wouldn't fall out. Confused yet??? I'll try to find a pic of his hair like that.

[Teresiana]

Here's a pic of him when I used 3 bands. I don't know why I used 3. That was the one & only time. I usually used just 2. But anyway, clips & barrettes would always fall out. So I just made 2 sections of hair & banded the shorter one to the longer one.

[Verbena]

Originally Posted by Ldyrev1

Thanks Kristin, I checked out the link and might give that product a try.

Thanks Terri, I have seen the little mini scrunchie's but am not sure what you mean by "baby clippie barrettes". Can you post a picture so I can see what you mean? I will probably try the vaseline before I buy anything else for now.

Thanks Teri, I think I understand what you mean about the "butterfly clips" but Sophie doesn't even have enough hair on her head to hold one of these in. LOL

I really appreciate all of you offering advice. I am ready to try anything and everything.

I got ones in Walmart in the pet section. If you check Galen's Album I have pics of him with one in his hair. Also check the kids section too. I saw some there.

[Verbena]

Galen's hair is getting long but I can not get him to sit still long enough to get clips in his hair. He hates it but I love it. lol I don't know how I can get bands in his hair.

[Ldyrev1]

Originally Posted by Teresiana

Here's a pic of him when I used 3 bands. I don't know why I used 3. That was the one & only time. I usually used just 2. But anyway, clips & barrettes would always fall out. So I just made 2 sections of hair & banded the shorter one to the longer one.

Thanks for the pict. It does help with understanding the explanation. LOL

[MandiesMom]

Dropped off in the mail this morning, Diane

[Ldyrev1]

Originally Posted by MandiesMom

Dropped off in the mail this morning, Diane

Thanks so much Terri!

[LilAnnCamp]

Originally Posted by Maximo

To encourage growth and thickness, I like Vellus Satin Creme: Vellus Satin Cream (for Hair and Skin) - 4oz/118ml jar

Tell me more... Do you use this everyday? Does it have to be washed out? How long did it take for you to notice?

[Maximo]

Originally Posted by LilAnnCamp

Tell me more... Do you use this everyday? Does it have to be washed out? How long did it take for you to notice?

It is a rich creme, leave in conditioner. You can use it every day. It does not have to be washed out. A little goes a long way, so I would order the small jar. I had the sampler size and it lasted a long time.

Many exhibitors use it after to shows to break down hairspray in topknots and to help keep them in good condition.

You can use it on the body too. Rub a little in your palm and run your hands through the hair.

My boys are hair monsters, so they didn't need any thickening, but it did help with preventing breakage. I really need to order some more.

[Ldyrev1]

After hearing your recommendation, I ordered the small jar and even though I can't say yet if it helps hair growth, it really works wonders keeping the hair on the top of Sophie's head from getting tangled, even when using a rubber band. I think this is going to be wonderful. Thanks for the recommendation!!

[Maximo]

Originally Posted by Ldyrev1

After hearing your recommendation, I ordered the small jar and even though I can't say yet if it helps hair growth, it really works wonders keeping the hair on the top of Sophie's head from getting tangled, even when using a rubber band. I think this is going to be wonderful. Thanks for the recommendation!!

Happy to hear it!

[LilAnnCamp]

Originally Posted by Maximo

It is a rich creme, leave in conditioner. You can use it every day. It does not have to be washed out. A little goes a long way, so I would order the small jar. I had the sampler size and it lasted a long time.

Many exhibitors use it after to shows to break down hairspray in topknots and to help keep them in good condition.

You can use it on the body too. Rub a little in your palm and run your hands through the hair.

My boys are hair monsters, so they didn't need any thickening, but it did help with preventing breakage. I really need to order some more.

Thanks. I was thinking of ordering the large size and splitting with another YT mom. I have the hardest time with Crimson rubbing her topknot on stuff so we have some breakage. Plus, her's is so thin! I knew, if you recommended it though it was good b/c your boys are so breath taking!

[Maximo]

Originally Posted by LilAnnCamp

Thanks. I was thinking of ordering the large size and splitting with another YT mom. I have the hardest time with Crimson rubbing her topknot on stuff so we have some breakage. Plus, her's is so thin! I knew, if you recommended it though it was good b/c your boys are so breath taking!

You are so sweet! Thank you.

[Marhcarter]

Originally Posted by MandiesMom

They didn't stay in her hair very well because she kept knocking them out. Here's the only pic I have - see how happy she is? The ole stink eye lol

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As the hair grew longer (not thicker, cuz it's still thin there), I was able to wrap the hair once around the prong and then clip it shut.

As you see...I have many left because I couldn't get them to work for her/me (between having to get them in and her rubbing them out lol)

I saw this and thought it was a great idea,. Unfortunately, Huey has too much hair and the clip wouldn't close. Phooey...