DC/NT challenge

This was my first challenge, I am still doing it, ends Dec 1st, I believe you can do it whenever you want to. I have tried some of the products and the best way to find out what works for you is to try it yourself (thats why I wish they sold stuff in smaller sizes) or just get some advise.

Deep Conditoning/No Trimming Challenge Overview

Participants must commit to deep conditioning and not trimming their hair for 12 weeks (September 1st to December 1st).
Participants must commit to deep conditioning at least once a week.
Deep Conditioning can be done on wet or dry hair but must be left on for an extended period of time (i.e. 20 mins to an hour).
Participants can deep condition under a dryer, steamer, hot wet towel, overnight or under plastic cap.
There are three deep conditioning passes for this challenge. This means, if the participant is in a hurry, they can forgo deep conditioning only three times during the challenge.
There are no trimming passes for this challenge. The challengers may use professional trimming scissors to trim individual split ends as they appear, also known as the “search and destroy” method. This may force you to use heat less and protect the ends as much as possible.
Participants are free to add dimensions to this challenge such as adding a cold water rinse, using no direct heat, etc., but must be consistent with this selection throughout the challenge.
For Best Results
A Challenge is an excellent way to learn about your hair and notice patterns and/or take aways for your individual regimens. As someone who has participated in numerous individual and site sponsored challenges, I have a few suggestions that will help you get the best possible results. Before September 1st:1) Take a picture today of your starting point
This will help you assess the current condition of your hair (before starting the challenge) and will be the most accurate reflection of your current regimen.2) Book an appointment for a professional trim
This will ensure that you start the challenge with healthy, blunt ends.
3) Take a picture of you hair with freshly trimmed ends
This will help you document your hair length before the challenge and will be used in a comparison shot after the challenge ends.4) Develop a basic regimen you will use and commit to during the challenge
Having a consistent regimen will help you pinpoint and measure how this challenge will impact your hair and will bar any externalities that could skew your results. For example, if you participate in this challenge but are also trying a new vitamin or growth aid, you will never be certain how deep conditioning consistently for 12 weeks and avoiding trims, has helped your hair.
5) Monitor, Monitor, Monitor
It is really important to observe your hair during this challenge. Take a lot of pictures, jot down notes after each wash, and review each product you are using. This will help you identify any patterns or lessons from the challenge.

Before the End of the Challenge
1) Review Blog/Notes/Observations
Are there any patterns you noticed during this challenge? What are the top take-aways from this challenge?
2) Take Final Pictures for Comparison
Has your hair thickened up? Do you notice an increase in length? What will you incorporate into your regimen moving forward?
These are just my suggestions. Feel free to add or edit them to suit your hair needs and individuals goals for this challenge. I hope this was helpful!