Hey Coily Companions! Yesterday, on a rainy day, I decide to film the ENTIRE process of installing... I know... TWISTS on my natural hair!!! I'm starting my new regimen today, so I'll be keeping tabs on the way my hair is adapting. In the meantime, all it took was an hour. Already a huge benefit versus braids. But, it's too early to tell. Anyway, I hope the gems in the video added something valuable to your repertoire of natural hair knowledge! I look forward to seeing you guys in another livestream this December! we'll even be having a special guest! So keep an eye on the community posts. Have a happy belated-Thanksgiving and safe Black Friday!
Secret ingredient: Love YOUR hair sis. At any level your hair is at, love your hair. Many people cut their hair short and it grows in no time. Why? They LOVE their hair. Like a plant. It doesn't matter how much nutrients or water you put into it, it won't grow without love. Love is part of caring for your hair. Be thankful you have hair that has potential to grow long and beautiful. Many people for various reasons don't have any strands. God bless you!
Suggestion: Use distilled water. You can buy it in a near by store, put it in a water bottle and spray it in your hair everyday or so before you put in your leave in. I say distilled water because it’s best to stay away from hard water.
Water! The key is water. They told us not to get our hair wet, but us 4c girlies MUST embrace the hydration. What's more hydrating then water? First mist your hair with water then use your leave in conditioner and oil at least every other day. Think of your hair like a plant and water, water, water! Do this even if you have a protective style and watch how much your hair grows. It's a must for healthy hair.
I’ve been natural for 23 years and a natural hair stylist for 19 years (retired) the key to healthy long natural hair is contentment with what you have. Learn what it needs and do it. There is no secret formula because we all have different genetics. I have 4c hair( more like 4z) and what worked for me was leaving it alone and not trying to make it do what it’s not designed to do. And prayer!! Prayer was a game changer ❤
Natasha! You’re on the money with the last sentence 🥹 that’s what has kept me hopeful about this journey. And that contentment is important in every season. Thank you for encouraging and reminding me 💜🌺🌸
Same here I was copying everyone else’s regime instead of finding my own. After 10 years natural I relaxed and started over a year later. Now natural again and learning my hair needs.
Wow!!! That’s amazing!!! I’m glad you’re natural again. And that’s the beauty of the journey. Eventually, we do figure it out. How fast we do or don’t is not the point.
I didn't have a choice because I was disillusioned with my relaxed hair and the black stylists who would relax it. I also wanted to travel by backpack so could haven't any unnecessary hair products or tools. I went to Madagascar with no shampoo or conditioner. Only an afro comb. to a remote resort with no salon. The black women from the North West of Madagascar were able to braid my 4c hair with no braiding gel or special tools. Just a comb and some coconut oil and I was still able to jump in the sea and those braids didn't frizz up or come loose. They thought I was from South Africa. That's why I tell everyone to go and visit and/or live in a black-majority country. It will soothe and heal your soul...Why do people think Obama went to Kenya? Why do they think Muhammad Ali and George Foreman went to the Congo? Why do they think Meghan Markle went to Nigeria and married a man who spent years living in Africa and visiting Africa?
😂I started washing my hair more often now .. I used to wash my hair once every week now every day or 5 days out the week now. 🎉🎉🎉my growth is crazy... All this time and God finally opened my eyes to the truth.. more hydration.. bc the products we use on hair literally cover the pores in our scalp. Washing daily helps to let the hair grow out . Makes sense.. God bless you all❤
🤣you know it’s true because when I was doing wash n gos, washing my hair like every 3 days, it was growing a lot faster. I think that has a lot To do with stimulating the scalp as well, on top of a clean environment. More hydration was def what I’ve been needing. So, thank you for sharing! I love to hear how God gives us wisdom on what’s best for our hair, cuz He certainly knows! Thank you! And I LOOOOVE your username 😍😍😍
@InSyncWithJesus That’s amazing! Are you retaining length with frequent washing? Or is that even something you’re going for? 😅 How do you dry your hair? Sorry for all the questions…I only ask cause I cannot imagine my world with daily washing. No length retention, no time for my children, no time for anything! 😂😅
@@CoilyCode Yes 💜 my hair texture is exactly like yours... ⭐ I am starting to feel so much free from braids and extensions and wigs.. now I'm just out and about with my God given hair .. Thank God finally 🙏 lol,,,continue to stay strong and positive sis ..you are an encouraging soul...
@sable7114 ⭐ hello 👋 sis. Yes I recently learned about our natural sebum.... I stopped oiling my scalp . I use hair grease on my strands for twist outs though but not on my scalp anymore,,, it does clog our pores. My hair is flourishing so well Praise God 🙌 💜 God is so good to us...
Going natural alone doesn’t do much for length retention. 1. Keep your ends oiled and buttered. 2. Cleanse gently in sections with a gentle cleanser. 4. Finger detangle. 5. Keep hair stretched. 6. Wear low-manipulation protective styles without added hair. 7. No tight styles. 8. Avoid hair ties. 9. Sleep on silk or satin pillow cases. 10. Avoid hair color.
#5, #6, and #7 are most important, in my opinion. My hair is longer than bra strap length, and I’ve never worn a “wash-n-go” (I always do stretched styles = braid out or twist-out”); also, I’ve never worn wigs or braids with added hair. When not worn out, I wear my hair in my own version of mini-twists, which is 24-28 total twists- only using my own hair. Good luck, Ladies. You can indeed have long, healthy hair - Type 4 hair is beautiful (as is all curly/coily strands).
I’ve been natural for about 9 years and I have 1 loc in the back of my head I started 9 years ago. The loc is all the way pass my bum while my other hair is only at my bra strap. I know that the loc is longer because locks don’t shed and retain all its length, but I just wish the rest of my hair would do the same.
Awww wow!!! Yeah I think also that loc hair is so much stronger too. Imagine all the loose hair is a strand on its own. I think that’s why we try to emulate locs by putting in long term protective styles. Have you thought of combing out the back of your head?
If your hair seems not be growing the issue is breakage. Hydtate you're hair really well and lock in the moisture worth an oil. I like to do a blend of regular castor oil, african shae butter and lock it in with blue magic. Braid you're hair in a protective style and dont touch your hair for a month or two. Make sure your ends are in good health. My hair is 4c waist length that's been my regimen for the last 2 yrs growing out my hair. Also green tea is wonderful growing the hair just drinking it regularly
Thanks for the tips! I def am washing my hair more often now. I try not to overdo it with moisture or letting it go too long without moisture. It’s been a balancing act, but I’m finally getting there haha. I love green tea! I haven’t drank it in a while, but you’re giving me the idea to get back to drinking it.
My hair stayed at shoulder length for a while, until I started moisturizing it twice a day. I always start my day wetting my hair and then layering leave in and oil, and then in the evening I once again oil my hair to strengthen it. I wash my hair once my scalp starts itching, which may be after a week or so. Just once though, so my hair doesn’t get stripped by the shampoo. Since I have high porosity hair, I use Greek yogurt every weekend as a protein treatment, and then always follow up with a deep conditioner. My split ends have reduced since starting this method. I got the idea from my fingernails, as I oil them 2-3 times a day, which keeps them strong and flexible. I always oil my hair 2 times a day now, and it has made it stronger and more flexible. I wet my hair daily in the shower to keep it hydrated. When I shampoo I since I only do it once, I do not rinse it out unless I’ve been massaging it into my scalp and hair for about 4 minutes so the shampoo can break up the buildup.
🤩Woooow!!!! I love that you got it down to a science for your hair and it’s working! I actually loved how you connected other parts of your body like your fingernails to give you insight with the hair. And I know the protein treatments are helping as well. Thanks for sharing. I actually used mayo for a protein treatment one time, you have me curious about trying Greek yogurt! 😍thanks!
I did the big chop last year, I cut the color out. It didn’t take long for my hair to get down my back. I incorporated ayvurdeic powders and oils. I make my own fenugreek/rosemary oil based in castor , grapeseed and olive oil. I make my own deep conditioner using Brahmi, moringa, hibiscus, shikakai, fenugreek and henna powders. I stretch the hair (either blow dry or Bantu knots) then put my hair in twists or braids add the leave and oil to my ends of my hair.then leave my hair alone for 2-3 weeks. I wear a 1/2 wig or head wrap to work. Once the weather warms up I wear my hair out from April/May-october. Soon as it gets cold o do this regimen. Put the hair away and only reapply moisture as needed (once a week) This has worked for me!
The part about your inner health gets missed allot. I’m glad you found what worked for you. I do believe that the ayvuredic herbs are wonderful. I used to drink fenugreek tea and butterfly pea tea as well. Are you still coloring your hair now? Your profile pic is 🔥 !
So im in theory mode right now, but I believe what grows our hair isn't products. That is merely an aid to manageability. What grows our hair is health and more specifically technique. I also think there are rules that we can change and ones we must implement, like washing and conditioning, which is mandatory. Yet deciding between using moose or gel is temporary. I am, however, of the belief blow drying our once to twice a month can be helpful due to the lasting stretch. I think trimming should be every 6 - 8 months. Also, I think from water to product to oil, you have to experiment with amounts because it can become a speed bump in your journey.
I agree! It’s really the manageability and handling of the hair that makes the most difference. I love stretching my hair with heat, because of that stretch. It is long term, at least if I’m not adding any gels to my hair. But your theory seems plausible.
This is not theory. This is the truth. Products can only help retain length by helping avoid breakage. Even at that, our hair texture and type are different so not all products work the same for everyone
@natasharules6737 I think that's why, after washing, perhaps every 2 weeks or so, we should use blow drying to encourage the stretch. As long as it's done correctly.
With my hair, I learned that less is more. Using less products and manipulation created easy wash days which simplified things for me. My hair is so soft after doing green house effect on it. (Saturating it with water/aloe vera water, coating with oil of choice, putting a cap/bag, and then covering with a scarf for hours or overnight). I do that and it makes detangling, wash days or whatever easier.
Haha, I talked about the greenhouse effect in my last livestream. Wasn’t a good idea for me but I’m happy to hear it works for you 😮💨. I love using aloe Vera water too! Less really is more!
I remember the early days of my natural hair journey of spending all day or all weekend following other people's routine and becoming a product junkie. Not any more. I simply avoid shampoos with sulphates and parabens, keep my hair moisturised and protected from snags, being gentle with my hair and avoiding hairdressers who handle natural hair like they are raking hay or weed or are scissor - happy ( you take 3 steps forward and they take you 3 or 4 steps back). I trim as and when I find any straggly strands, bonnet to bed or satin pillowcase and take vitamins that I'm deficient in (eg zinc, iron, cod liver oil), avoid too much heat styling. I'm too lazy to journal about my hair journey, but do take pictures regularly to see where I have come from big chop to alopecia, constant hair loss to regrowing to longest it's been - bra strap length. To God alone be the glory 🙌🎉🙌
Hahahaha I have a lazy phase in my documentation too 🤣🤣🤣. But, what a great story you have! I’m glad you found something that works for you. Congratulations on reaching bra strap! That’s my goal for 2025 😍
I've been natural since 2012. Ive cut my hair low every year until around 2020. That was the year my hair grew pass my shoulders but was too thin from all the weave wearing and hair dying I did that year. It took two years to grow the dye out. Now, it's thicker, healthier and pass my shoulders again. 12 long years and I'm still short.
That tells me if you keep doing what you’re doing, you’re going to reach very long hair in less than 2 years Nicole! I felt like I was cutting my hair too much in 2021 😮💨 and I was trying to figure out a regimen to stay consistent on between 2022-2023. Now I’m finally reaching that stage where I’m finding what works and just stick to it.
New subbie! I used to try and follow the other ladies' methods. One month later had a moment of clarity! I remember how as a child my wash day consisted of washing, conditioning, greasing, and having plaits in my hair for a week until wash day again. I now do this weekly sometimes switching up my regime. Weekly I use savila and oil my scalp and use whipped shea butter and essential oils. Monthly I use greek yogurt and Ayurveda treatments. Just recently I roller set my hair twice and now this week I twisted my hair. Scalp massages are helpful and blended ginger root. Thank you for sharing your journey. ✨️
Yay!!!! Thank you Tobby for your support! Glad to have you here 🥹😍! Wow!! That epiphany has to be life giving to you. Sometimes, going back to the old methods have been game changing for me too. And thanks for the bit on scalp massages. I’ve def been feeling like adding these back into my regimen. 😍
Great video Sis! There’s definitely balance needed between protecting our strands and wearing them out and enjoying the hard work, no matter the length. I know for me, I’ve only worn my hair out once in two years and that’s wild when I think about it! 😂😅BUT, I’ve been trying to nurse my hair from a setback in 2022 and then just see how much length I could retain with plaits, and now twists. Through the process, I’m relearning my hair, what products I can and can’t use, and what my ultimate goal is. I do plan on wearing my hair out at least once a month next year, if the Lord says the same. Another thing to consider is life changes. Moving to a different environment regarding weather, the quality of water, hormonal changes when having children or menopause, stress from unexpected events, the list goes on! 😅 Your hair looks healthy, and the length will come for all of us if we keep going, no matter how we change up our regimen. Observing what our hair needs is so key…you’re spot on! As usual! Thanks for sharing. 🥰💕
Thank youuu!!! Letting down your hair more next year? I’m here for it!! You are so right about life changes impacting our hair, which underscores the importance of adaptability and attentiveness to what our hair needs. Your words are always like a virtual hug! 😍 all the best to you, we got this!
My trichologists who are black and female and deal with 80 black female hair loss clients 80 a week recommend wearing your own hair or a silk scarf if you are suffering with hair loss, alopecia or breakage. They don't advocate for wash and gos and afros daily ( unfortunately) as for most of us this either dries out the hair or has it damaged by the elements. They advocate daily moisture and steam and weekly shampoo and deep conditioner. They recommend, twists, finger coils, 2 or 3 french braids flat twists, french chignon or french roll but taking them down every week to remove the shed hair and build up, detangle and reduce tension and friction from the confined style.
I just washed my hair and kept it in twist and only let it down when i was going to do something, like go out somewhere nice, a moisturize when needed. Not over manipulate the hair leave it alone and moisturize when needed
@CoilyCode ive been doing that particular regimen since 2018 and im technically waist length,but earlier this year i decided to loc my hair. I went back to being natural when i was 19yo im 32yo now so i started this regimen about 26yo and thats when i started to see growth. I started really leave it alone, no more wash n gos !
siS,your hair looks amazing. your as gotten thick,thick thick also i see your length has increased. ⬆⬆⬆✨✨🏆🏆🏆🥰🥰🥰. i loved all the steps congrats. continue success✨✨✨✨
I wash my hair once a week but rinse it everyday. Sometimes every other day, and use a light oil afterwards to moisturise. Our hair needs regular hydration and oil (in this order). Shampoo is too drying, hence only weekly. If you have hard water, which is also drying, use vinegar to bring the pH lower.( ~ph5 or 6), Example a tablespoon in 400ml of water and use this as your rinse. Buy litmus paper off amazon test the ph of water.
Yes, I hear you. I’ve tried weekly washing. And I feel that’s a happy place because I love having a clean scalp. Thanks for the tip on the hard water. When I was back home in LA, I used a hard water shampoo each wash day. That helped so much!
I've learned on my NHJ that if you are gentle with your ends while detangling/parting/styling, they will stay with you, but if you aren't, say GOODBYE to length retention!
BINGO!!!! And I honestly need to discipline myself in being gentle anytime I’m handling my hair 🙃. Sometimes I am, and then out of habit, I’m not anymore lol. So much de-programming to do 😭
Hahahahaha you’re so right!!!!! I Also think it has to do with the style. I found when I had mini braids, become the takedown was so tedious and long, like 9 hours, and that did not set me up for success.
I'm natural and I find that braiding my hair under my protective styles (crochet, sew ins, no wigs) is what keeps my hair growing. I also don't wash my hair often. I wash my hair like once every two months 👀 sorry y'all, but if works for me 🤷🏾♀️ I also just invested in the revair, to get a better wash day, less breakage and stretched hair and so I can give myself a good trim as well. 2025 will be a blessing year for my hair 😊
Amen!!! I always wanted a revAir, hopefully I’ll get it next year. But, I used to wash my hair every three months, so you’re good 🤣. Your regimen is def geared towards optimum length retention, so I see you getting to your goals in no time if you’re consistent: what’s your ultimate goal for 2025? 😍 if you don’t mind sharing
Love this style of video! It's so calming and soothing. Haven't worn my hair out in a while now since it's too cold to commit to the full airdry and I'm not trying to fight ssks right now😅 Your hair looks so healthy! You've recovered well from the small setback 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
I keep my hair braided or I wear mini twists and while in the protective style, I moisturize with aloe Vera juice rosemary and fenugreek seeds that I put into a spray bottle. Then I coat my hair with Shea butter. But I make my own Shea butter by melting it down and added oils. Also, I probably should trim my hair but I actually stopped doing that
Nice!! You’re the second person who mentioned making your own shea butter mix. I’m a tad traumatized by shea butter because it caused so much breakage. But, I’ve been researching other butters, and someone also mentioned a rare shea butter. I mean, shea butter did wonders for keeping my hair lubricated. I guess I’ll have to give it another shot. Yeah, trimming is…I went a year before I did my latest trim. And I don’t think it’s necessary when you’re wearing protective styles all the time.
I notice what helped me reach longer lengths was cutting only split ends and protective styling with my hair. Mini twist for a couple months are a time while redoing each section every few weeks. I was able to watch my hair and 'early diagnosis' breakage. Since my postpartum depression my once almost waist length hair has split and broke off and I cut it to a neck length bob to salvage what I can. I already see a difference! Its softer and I see its already trying to flourish.
Oh wow!!!!!! Thanks for sharing. I’m doing something like mini twists (more like medium) and I think I may try to do that “redo each section” every few weeks. Are you doing mini twists still with your cut?
My hair wasnt growing until i started stimulating my scalp,scalp massages&vitamins that boost blood circulation like stinging nettles,also fixed my iron&vitamin d levels
I also use a lot of ayurvedic ingredients neem,amla,brahmi,aloe powder.I put them in my deep conditioners,and i prepoo with herbal oil before double shampooing ,that helps me a lot too
I started my healthy haircare journey 19 months ago, and I am AMAZED at the results. I cut my hair to shoulder length in April 2023 at the start of my journey. Within 16 months my hair was waist length. My 2 year Hair Anniversary will be April 2025, and I will get my hair straightened (No Direct Heat) to see exactly how long my hair is. I think by then it will be touching the top of my butt. My hair is growing on average 1 inch per month, and I am retaining that length. I will be sharing exactly how I did this on my channel very soon. I am rebranding my channel to be monetize, that is why I deleted my old videos which were not original content. Soon my channel will be me sharing healthy haircare tips and other healthy lifestyle advice.👍😊
Congratulations sis!!!!! What a milestone! You must be proud of yourself!!! Well done and looking forward to seeing your channel blossom! 💜🌺🌸(and your 2 year anniversary). Please remind me from time to time if you stick around here :)
Do you cover your head at night? Based upon the depth of the blackness of the color and the deep sheen of your hair, I think you are solidly on track to continue to gain length while maintaining the wonderful health of your hair.
😍😍Hello MsChicoro😍😍 I do!! That’s one thing I never ever miss. I’m wondering though if I should secure my hair underneath my bonnet. The silk scarves make me hot at night, but the bonnets are best. I just keep my twists loose though… 🤔 Thank you!!! My husband made that comment to me when he saw the twist. He didn’t realize my hair could look so black 😅 probably because I hadn’t been washing or moisturizing it so much. That’s encouraging! Thank you!
@@CoilyCode The deep color and shine come from health. For each of us, as you stated in your video, 'health' can be something different depending upon the needs or our own individual, hair needs. Afro textured hair is quite complex. Your hair is thriving! Continue what you are doing.
@ I just feel like I’ve been at a stand still. At first I tried all the different things on UA-cam then I just gave up and started leaving my hair alone and putting wigs on.
So my sister used to wash your hair like every 5 days because she heard washing your hair works more often especially for the European people someone suggested that to her and she did that for a while for a long time but she didn't like that routine then she switched to washing her hair every 3 weeks because that fit her better and she also Incorporated using aloe vera on her hair and avocado mask every time she washed her hair and then every two months she would do the apple cider vinegar rinse and her hair is down to her butt. And I've recently gone back to being natural I've done it a couple times but me personally I like short hair we have thick hair runs in our family my mother is a mixed woman from Trinidad and Tobago she's mixed with Venezuelan my father is a black American man but my hair type is type 4 while my sister who I mentioned earlier she is a type 3 girl personally I like to shave my hair every so often because I sweating my hair especially in the summertime I think my hair would probably be longer if I didn't cut it so much or shave my head off I just went natural 2022 and right now it's about shoulder length if I blow dried it straight I can't say that I'm looking for the longest hair if I'm going to be honest when my hair was the longest it's ever been I just put it in a ponytail I was never really creative with it
See, if I had thick hair, I’m not sure if my sentiments for long hair would be the same 🤣. That is a whole other feat on its own. I do think there is a benefit to washing your hair often, but only if you’re doing wash n gos. To wash your hair everyday and have to style it would be counterproductive. However, my hair seems to achieve more length when I leave it alone. I don’t like having a dirty scalp so soon as I feel a persistent itch, that’s when I wash it. I notice it increases when I sweat. It’s actually refreshing to hear someone who isn’t aiming for length. As long as you’re learning your hair, that’s really all that matters. Thanks for sharing. My grandfather was from Trinidad & Tobago 😁😁😁
The key is to just get locs. My hair is butt length now after years of it being short ASF. Locing our hair is great because it allows our unique hair texture to flourish
@@jungwonscactus9425I pretend like I am getting locks and keep it twisted for at least 2 weeks but someon longer and let them frizz up and be as they want just keep moist and my hair grows fast. I think shampoo is not good monthly for some hair types. I shampoo only after 40 days now like my partner and I notice stronger hair.
I’m glad I went natural in the 90s before UA-cam. I learned how to take care of my hair through trial and error, but my hair was down to my shoulders in a couple year afterwards. I know that my hair is unique and what works for one person might not work for me. Also, “natural” hair comes in many textures, so there is no one size fits all.
@ I used water and Aussie conditioner as a leave in conditioner, although it was meant to be rinsed out. I had a wide tooth comb with a spray bottle at the end and I’d keep water in it to moisturize my hair periodically throughout the day. Over the years, I’ve used various drug store products like Afrosheen moisturizer or Eco Style gel and other things (depending on the city and climate, certain products worked or didn’t work). I’m 50 now and my regimen is S-curl gel, S-curl moisturizing spray, and olive oil. This combo gives me perfect curls without being too greasy.
@@Maki-00 Thanks for sharing! I actually used the S-curl activator with my wash-n-gos! It keeps the hair moisturized for such a long time! That's great you found what works for you before UA-cam. What are your thoughts about the UA-cam natural hair space? If you don't mind sharing.
@@CoilyCode You’re welcome! I think that the UA-cam videos can be helpful, but at the same time, many women don’t realize that “natural” hair comes in many textures and that they can’t just follow some UA-camr’s regimen and expect their hair to look exactly the same. If your hair is type 4, you’re not going to have perfect “fall into place” curls like someone with type 2 or 3 hair. My hair with and without hair products looks like hair from two different people, LOL! Don’t get me started on the political BS on some channels and in the comments! I’ve heard people saying that defining your curls is “Eurocentric”. WTF is “Euro” about the hair growing out of a black woman’s head? If I didn’t define my curls, my hair would stick straight up like a Treasure Troll doll! I’ve also seen a lot of criticism of black women who have or want long hair. You’re a race traitor if you don’t want short hair. 🙄 I can’t stand people who act like you’re not authentically black unless your natural hair is worn in an Afro or locks!
@@Maki-00 OMG!!! This whole perspective is so satisfying to see. I cannot believe the things that are being said, the policing done to black women on what they do with their hair, so dogmatic and unkind. Well I'm glad there are others like you in this space who understand these frustrations. It's absolutely CRAZY!
RETENTION: when you relax, braids or colour your hair, you find yourself having to colour the new roots or retouch if relaxed. I agree that it is about using products and ingredients that agree with YOUR hair.
Shared under other commenter who didn’t want to hear it lol Anyway- if you are thinking about locs: I used yarn for faux locs (red heart with love yarn). Only did it a couple times between box braids- it retained water but stayed light. I feel like I owe that to why I was able to retain 5 more inches. I think it was having a period of letting my hair soak in water (like a plant) multiple times a week instead of using a butter/ moisturize. Helped me grow my hair, but also a good test to see if you want to get real locs!
Thanks Nakia! I’m not at a stage where locs is a consideration. I also don’t like to style my hair with synthetic material considering how fine my strands are. But I never say never. Haha, living in Jamaica, locs are everywhere!
I stopped using so much product and kept it simple. I wet my hair with water and cover with a plastic cap to loosen up my hair after taking down my protective style. After 30 minutes to a hour I detangle my hair. When I wash my hair I use a small amount of head and shoulders only on my scalp.Then I use moisturizing shampoo on the legnth of my hair. Mostly I do protective styling mini twist, plaits, or braids that I do myself. I use a leave in detangler made with glycerin (shea moisture leave in detangler) then I seal with hair grease. Every 3 months I will do a protein treatment. I stopped using so much products on my hair because I learned less is more. I also learned over the course of my natural hair journey is that I keep my scalp clean.
I love your regimen, Elizabeth! It’s kind of close to what I’m trying to do with my hair. A clean scalp has been a priority for me because I cannot stand it when my scalp itches lol
Hey lady - Love your channel. I’m watching your video while cleaning and can see you are using the products but I also noticed you pull your hair quite a bit when you get to the front of your head. I know for me when I first went natural, my hair began to recede. Scared me to pieces. I now fall back on pulling AT ALL in the front and my hairline is like it was when I had a chemical. Not that my hair routine would benefit you, but here it is: - 100% Organic Jojoba Oil (I put fresh rosemary, 10 coffee beans, 30 whole dried Alma seeds in the bottle and let it sit for 2 months. Think cold press-ish). Once I’m reading to use it, I put some in a small dropper bottle and add 100% Organic Australian Tee Tree oil. For my scalp only - Water bottle with brewed Fenugreek seeds - Shea Moisture Kids Curling Buttercream (add 100% Organic Castor to the jar) I wash my hair almost weekly. Sometimes I use a clarifying shampoo on my mids and lengths only to prevent scalp damage. I do that before following up with a moisturizing shampoo (using my scalp massager) and then conditioner and deep conditioner, every wash. I never skip this step. I have high porosity, thick 4C hair, I need this protection. Depends on how my scalp has been feeling, I’ll put a small amount of Sulfur 8 on four parts in my hair and massage before I begin adding my products listed above. My hair is super dry. Like desert dry, so I moisturize every other day. Oh and now I’m watching another one of your videos while I type this extremely long comment and I see you’re using protein treatments. How is that going? Are you still using that with the clarifying shampoo? The scientific consensus is protein treatments are harmful ONLY FOR low porosity hair. How is that going?
Are you a natural hair guru in disguise??? Totally here for your detailed routine! Thanks for sharing. Regarding the pulling at the front of my hair -I definitely aim to not add unnecessary tension, I promise you I was being gentle but taut. However you’re absolutely right. We don’t want to stress the tresses! As for the protein treatments, I haven’t been able to do them much due to life changes. But, as things are settling, I should get back to doing them more often. However, I didn’t experience an adverse reactions to it with my low-porosity hair. Science isn’t the gospel truth in my opinion. Some scientific insights are helpful, and others, I don’t give too much weight. I’ve seen low porosity naturals do fine with protein. It’s really a balancing act. Thanks again for watching and taking the time to share your routine and feedback! ♥️🌸🌺😍
I’m wearing my natural hair now. I wet it everyday in the shower, fluff it out a little and I am done. No oils, no butters and my hair stays soft and shedding less. I don’t have the energy to do anything else😂😂.
I remember the days of the Jheri Curl. That activator helped keep the hair moist which caused many bp hair to grow back in the 80s. The key is moisterizers and genes.
This summer I followed most of Ms Mississippi regimen. I shampooed twice a week and went bsck to hair grease. My hair thrived. I still try to do twice a week even though it's a winter.
Oooooh! Kekelah, i did that same regimen in October and it actually helped me stop breakage. I was washing every 3 days. And it was definitely what i needed.
Put water in your hair often, keep it off your shoulders and minimal manipulation, and let it grow. I’ve gone from a baldie to tail bone length twice in 6 years. It actually is kinda simple. I wash my hair, deep condition, leave in, air dry, satin bonnet at night. Silk press maybe once every six months. Trim once every 6 months. Prenatal vitamins and lots of drinking water. One thing I wish Black women of all textures would realize is we need water/moisture in our hair. We need to keep our scalp clean and stop being scared to wash our hair. Also, many of us believe our hair is “strong” because it’s so tightly coiled. We yank and pull and put a lot of stress on it fighting its natural texture… In reality, the more tightly it is coiled the more fragile it is. Every place it spirals is a stress point for potential breakage. We gotta stop obsessing over our hair and having a fear mindset. It’s just hair… if we leave it alone and stop working against it it will grow.
I love what you write especially at the end! I agree there is an unhealthy attachment to our hair and it’s making us do extreme things when growing long hair as you mentioned don’t require a lot. I’ve arrived at a place where if my scalp itches and it’s unbearable, I wash it. Thank you for sharing. You dropped so many gems, so you mind if I share your comment in a video?
Me too Cebile! 🥴 I was so fixated on length that health took a backseat. When it I had prioritized health like I am now, I would’ve been much farther. And don’t get me started on the comparison 😓. But, I think those are natural experiences to have when you’re finally getting close to loving and embracing your natural hair, not something all of us knew to do. Thanks for sharing
Yesssss Jinxed!!! I love her!!!! I wish she come back and make more videos haha. But yes, she’s been truly helpful to me on my journey. Thank you :) it hasn’t been easy but it’s been well worth the struggle.
I use oil everyday on the ends, but I use grease as my sealant. Have you tried grease at all? Here are some tips I’ve used to help my low porosity absorb: 1. Wash my hair with hot water (as hot as I can take it) once my cuticles feel open, I’ll turn down to warm 2. Apply my leave in conditioner BEFORE I leave the shower. Then I put a plastic cap over my head (if I’m not blowdrying), until I’m ready to apply my stylers. 3. You can also use a heating cap for whenever you apply products to help with absorption. 4. Grease has been my go to in sealing in the moisture 5. Also try using products with glycerin in it (or you can use glycerin itself, you just have to wash your hair more) Have you tried any of these?
@@CoilyCode so, I use the light Scalp and Hair Quencher by Mielle, and I usually have to put oils in my leave in conditioner. Yes I use hot water to wash my hair. I am waiting for my steaming cap from Amazon. Since my hair is thin heavy grease and products don't work in my hair. I am so glad that I found you. You will be my go to person. Thanks for being here.
Your mini braids takedown video shows you with a rat tail comb in your hand. That comb is for straight hair not natural hair and it will definitely pull out all of your hair. Get a Wide tooth comb and either an Unbrush or Denman brush or finger detangle. Stick with the protective styles, keep your hair moisturized, find and use the products that work on your hair, pay attention to your ends, and wash day once a week. Before taking down ANY protective styles, use something with slip, like aloe, conditioner, or oil (this allows the comb, brush or fingers to guide smoothly through the hair which lessens breakage, the braid or twist to unravel faster, and detangling is easier). Use silk or satin bonnets to sleep in and get a microfiber towel for your hair. Stay away from anything cotton. I hope this helps. The ends of your hair in video look very happy so you’re on the right track.
My hair would grow to bra strap them break until i started doing steam treatments. Turns out i have low porosity hair so my hair can't absorb the products unless steamed. Its a game changer
That’s called growth! Good job 👏 I really would love to get a steamer. I have low porosity as well and I use a heating cap to help. But steamer is def an upgrade. Where’s your hair length now?
@@CoilyCode it's waist length now the longest it's ever been. I put in the protein treatment and steam the hair for an hour. It's a salon steamer that cost me $300 😢 but it's worth it cause these stylists are charging too much. It's a hair protein called jherri Redding it was used in the 1980s to strengthen hair when doing jherri curls you may find some old videos on UA-cam. I mix a teaspoon of it with Africas best hair mayonnaise (has to be this brand the others aren't good). It makes your hair soft and fluffy like a cloud and I also mix in 2 table spoons of Jamaican black castor oil (this strengthens the strands) steam it then rinse with cold water. I'm Jamaican and my old school stylist put me on this routine before she retired. My cousin who has never been able to grow her hair past ear length used this routine and in less than a year she was at bra strap I couldn't believe it. Also to note I put my hair into two strand twists each time as a protective style with the ends greased and tucked away, after I deep condition and moisture I LEAVE IT ALONE. This is the key. Had 6 inches of growth in 6 months. Also taking MSM capsules and biotin with drinking a lot of water daily eating fruits and vegetables will nourish your hair from the inside. The only sad thing is that I'm in the US right now and I can't get my hands on the jherri Redding online. When I go back home to Jamaica to visit my mom I'll try to see if I can find it at a beauty supply down there.
@@CoilyCodeanother note use Africas pride aloe vera prepoo and a wide tooth comb on damp hair when detangling. It's literally a miracle in a bottle. Detangling is a breeze now. 😭😭
I guarantee your hair will be the longest it has ever been if you get locs. This is because people with our hair texture flourish with minimal detangling and max moisture. Just a thought! From a girl who had shoulder length hair her entire life until getting locs that grew my hair all the way to my tail bone in 6 years! I promise, I’m not lying to you sis ❤.
Oh I believe you!!! Most women who have locs have long hair haha. 😆 and I’m sure it would work wonders for my hair. Who knows what the future holds? 🥰 thanks for sharing :) I think that’s why we tend to emulate locs with braids and twists.
Unfortunately so much of that hair length is shed hair trying to get out of there. Can you imagine shedding 100 hairs per day for years and your hair is locked. If someone took the time to actually try to detangle that then you would see the true length of the hair. I don't doubt that it would be longer but I think not quite as long as it appears and it would probably be very damaged my opinion.
@ I’ve had multiple sets and shed hair is a huge part of locs, but with proper takedown, I maintained over 70% of my length. Not to mention the length when stretched is much longer than I could have ever gotten as a loose natural.
@@sable7114 yep. Most women taking down their locs discover dry, hair that’s extremely thin at the ends. After a trim you can see the true length and health of the hair.
@@CoilyCode Im a straight natural because I find that my hair thrives better when it’s not in a curly state. All of those creams and oils clogged my scalp and caused fairy knots. This is perhaps something you should consider.
Hi Stacey! A lot of straight naturals say the same thing. It makes sense because coils and curls always leave us susceptible to tangling and breakage. I don’t know if I’ll ever be a straight natural cuz I love my coils so much, but I’ve been a straight natural before. And it was a much quicker regimen 🤣.
I have my hair out and about right now! But honestly just take care of your scalp and your ends- a clean healthy scalp, oil massage and protect your ends- with either a flaxseed gel or a butter. You don't have to always wear a "protective" style but low manipulation is key- and just leave your hair alone (but its hard because we like to play in our hair admit it LOL)
Some women just have short growth phases. I’m a licensed cos, and you can see in small children how every individual has a different growth rate and phase. My hair is 17inches and my child’s is almost 30inches, while my mother and sister have never had more than shoulder length. A great regimen with low tension and low manipulation is great, but if your growth phase is short, it is what it is.
This may be true, but no one really ever knows. No one has studied human hair growth speed to the extent that this is definite. A lot of growth has to do with lifestyle, genetics, and haircare practices, variables that have not been considered when discussing hair growth phases. But at least for me, when I sum up all of my habits and seasons of this journey, my length is only because of mismanaging my time. That’s evident by the years of documentation I’ve done on my hair. My hair would’ve been past my waist if I had been focused and knew what to do in 2017. I guess if you’re happy with that, than I can’t say anything to change it. Thank you for sharing your wisdom!
I feel like this is backed by the fact that some people do not take care of their hair at all and it still grows long. In my opinion if you have resilient hair coupled with a long growth phase then you have won the jackpot. People with long hair don’t have to do anything in order to obtain it cause most likely their hair will grow long regardless of the conditions. That’s why I feel like people shouldn’t be trying to do the most to get long hair. If it’s healthy but it’s not long, so be it 🤷🏾♀️
I am trying ti maintain length now but it is a struggle. I am maintaining moisture and trying to keep it twisted for two weeks at a time. Do you have any suggestions?
@ I am struggling with patience. I am not good at styling my hair it is short but long enough to two strand twist . I had locs for eights and I have been trying to re learn my hair . I suppose I need to listen to my hair and scalp ie when to wash it when ti it it needs moisturizer or protein
I’d just keep it super simple. Since twists remind me of locs, just two strand twist your hair or braid, which ever you’re able to do, and wash it when your hair and scalp gets dirty. And you’ll figure out the frequency by observing your hair and scalp. Most naturals have a schedule, like once a week, once a month etc. I wash whenever my hair gets dirty or scalp starts getting unbearably itchy. If two weeks doesn’t work for you, then that’s okay. There really are no rules to taking care of your own hair. Ppl like to wait a long time before washing because that’s less manipulation on your hair strands. But, you can still wash it as often as you need to in order to maintain moisture and a clean scalp. No rules :) you just have to learn your hair as you say. And maybe you’ll need to style it more often in order to do that. OR you can buy a mannequin head with natural hair and practice on it. In terms of patience, that’s going to take time. Patience comes from struggling to wait. You don’t develop patience unless you need to have patience. So when you get impatient, you need to remind yourself of your goals, what do you ultimately want, and what’s the sacrifice you’re willing to make. Hair doesn’t grow overnight, but with time, you’ll see the growth. 😊
Wow! Thank you lovebuh! I hadn’t even considered that angle! Wow! I appreciate you for reminding me not to dwell on the lack of results when I’ve made so much progress anyway.
Mini braids were actually my first love! I love them so much and did retain length. The issue is my regimen didn’t involve moisture so I got a lot of breakage from brittleness. Plus since my hair is fine, the takedown was BRUTAL. I do like medium braids. I just wanted to give my hair something new since twists aren’t as time consuming. But I’ll definitely return back to them one day. I have a mini braids playlist to show you how much I loved them haha
So friend, did you send your flu expedited over the Caribbean waters to me in South Florida?? 🤧😂 Whew chile, I was DOWNN this thanksgiving. The flu has a way of stopping everything in it’s tracks and hair is the last thing that gets moving on the to do list lol😅 Love the tips! Gosh, if we knew then what we know now then…. well… we wouldn’t have the experience to guide others right? And I’m sure so many are encouraged and helped with this information. Reminds me of the scripture, Romans 8:28 “And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose.” Nice to see that you’re trying twists again. I’ve been doing twist for while now. I wish I could remember the UA-camr’s name who inspired me to do twists. Twists doesn’t last long like braids but I don’t mind because I want to refresh my hair about every two weeks. And because twists doesn’t take long to do it’s usually not a big deal. Plus if I want to take it out to wear as a twist out for a nicer outing I can. I would suggest when you first do it to try to stretch it. That’s what that nugget that UA-camr taught me. While it’s damp I encourage it to dry stretched. It lessens the tangles. 💗💗❤️💗❤️. Perhaps flexi rods or rollers or even Bantu knots. I put mine in Bantu knots or a bun.
Oh nooooo!!!!!!! 🫢🥴So sorry!! The technology is really getting advance. Imagine that 🤣 that’s awful you missed thanksgiving too 😭😭😭 (although I was well, thanksgiving is an American holiday so it was just a regular day in Jamaica 🤣).girrrrrrllllll hahaha hopefully your hair is in some twists now, at least that’ll keep the tangles in line. I LOOOOVE that you used that verse because it really helps bring everything into perspective so we don’t feel shame for the mistakes we made. We were all just figuring it out and now the future generations will have all they need to do even greater things. Sis! When I tell you the joy I had doing these twists!!!!! I didn’t do them too small either, but they’re so much fun to install. I love my mini braids but I really couldn’t justify doing a style that pains me to do 🤣. It took me an hour versus 4.5 hours. That’s a good tip! I also have been watching more ladies who do twists as their main style picking up some ideas along the way. And like you, I like to refresh my hair more often too. It’s a way to enjoy it more too. I hope you get well soon! At least before the leftovers expire? 😭
@@CoilyCode Thank you sis! Thank God I’m feeling much better now. And yes technology is getting out of control 🤪🤣. I love that you’re enjoying the twists. You can’t beat the install time and the absolute BEST is the take down time 💃🙌🏾. It’s a journey and we’re learning and enjoying the journey as well. Girl I wasn’t missing out on that Thanksgiving meal, you kidding me, only once a year I gotta have it. The portion size was much smaller but I had to have a taste 😂. I’m so excited to hear how your first Christmas in Jamaica goes. In Trinidad Christmas is a big deal. Well at least when I was growing up there. Thank you for being you. Sending lots of love. ❤️💗❤️🩷💗.
Shanita, don’t judge me but 🥲I used to be one of those 3 months lol. I honestly didn’t like it because even though I retained length, my scalp was so dirty and the buildup in my braids was disgusting. I lost my confidence leaving the house knowing my hair was dirty. So not anymore 😆
Get to know elements specific to your hair and what your hair needs. Cleanse,condition and style. Trim every 3-4 months. You are so right, that’s why my cactus died😂
I agree. I had a regimen where I avoided water for 3 months. It was okay, but then not okay because I noticed so much tiny breakages. So soon as I incorporated water back in, instant turnaround.
Yeah I hear allot of naturals who where their hair straight say that. I live in a humid country, plus I love my hair pattern too much lol to chance straightening it all the time. But, that’s really good!
@@CoilyCode I love my curls too and live in The Bahamas, it's very humid. I was afraid of heat too. 2 registered cosmetologists, and trichologists said that it's a myth that hair is damaged from blow drying and flat ironing if you use leave in conditioner, blow dry cream or heat protectant. Also sticking to only using cleansing shampoo, then hydrating shampoo and conditioner, leave-in, heat protectant, then a drop of oil rubbed on ends only (no coconut oil). I do this and I have no heat damage, hair damage, and hair is retaining length like crazy.
I know that’s true because when I use to straighten my hair a lot in college, I used the entire CHI line and never got heat damaged. And I was straightening my hair ALL the time 🤣. I guess cuz it’s been so long.
My mom wear nothing but wigs for yearsss and her hair is long. My guess is don't touch your hair your as much. I used to wear wigs and my hair was growing until i stop and started wearing my real hair, then it all went left lmao.
It’s not the wigs that’s growing the hair. It’s just the minimal manipulation. Ive worn wigs for years. I don’t think a woman has to wear another woman’s hair or synthetic hair to grow. It’s just leaving the hair alone as much as possible without sacrificing the health of the scalp.
@@CoilyCodethis is true. I wore wigs for months and yes my hair grew, but when I stopped, I noticed I had given myself traction alopecia from the friction, wig caps, wig combs that hold the wig in place as well as adhesives. Long hair is kind of irrelevant with no edges
I wouldn’t say long hair is irrelevant without edges 🤣🤣🤣 but, I suffered breakage from wear wigs (with glue) for years and I finally got my hairline back growing again. I would like for it to fill out a little more but if it doesn’t, I’m alright with it.
Mielle has been all over the media for causing breakage and hairloss. Stop using that stuff. Also... I don't have your hair texture but I think it might be worth the cheap price to try the Garnier Sleek and Shine line. It saved my severely damaged hair. I don't think women with 4C hair are trying it because it's not marketed as being for curly hair. Personally I feel like it blows every other expensive product out of the market. If you try the shampoo and conditioner let me know how it goes. I think it might do miracles for 4C hair.
I just looked to see if there were any reviews. Look up the video 'Finally Trying Fortifying Shampoo & Conditioner By Garnier Sleek & Shine | CoralineJonesx'... when she says she doesn't want to use any other products after trying Sleek and Shine (!!!!) that is how I feel too. That line is going to put everyone out of business.
thank you Empress for those suggestions. I’ve never had an issue with Mielle. I’ve been using this product off and on for years. But I‘ll check out those other recommendations, thank you!
Hair care isn’t a one size fit all thing!!! I say this about skin care routines as well. People ask me all the time what’s my skin care and I say dermatologist please go see one they will be able to assist you better than I.
Awww!!! Yeah I had hairline damage for a long time too. And those hairs take so much time to come in. But, the care and love you show it as you’re learning will heal that area 😍thank you for watching
Scalp massage twice per day with a tool, NOO shelf products except for shampoo, make oil blend (coco,castor, teatree or olive) hair needs to be stretched consistenly but not too much twist or braids, use satin scrunchie to band the hair or make ponytail or pigtails, scalp should never be consistelny wet (fungus) only ends of hair need wetting, unless wash day, do not air dry scalp use blow dryer on cool setting, lower radiation exposure from tv cellphone & computer
What u should do to grow ur hair long is plat ur hair small and leave it for let’s say a month wash once a week deep condition with the plat moisturizer and seal the ends often
Hey Coily Companions! Yesterday, on a rainy day, I decide to film the ENTIRE process of installing... I know... TWISTS on my natural hair!!! I'm starting my new regimen today, so I'll be keeping tabs on the way my hair is adapting. In the meantime, all it took was an hour. Already a huge benefit versus braids. But, it's too early to tell. Anyway, I hope the gems in the video added something valuable to your repertoire of natural hair knowledge! I look forward to seeing you guys in another livestream this December! we'll even be having a special guest! So keep an eye on the community posts. Have a happy belated-Thanksgiving and safe Black Friday!
Genetics plays a huge role as well.
Secret ingredient: Love YOUR hair sis. At any level your hair is at, love your hair. Many people cut their hair short and it grows in no time. Why? They LOVE their hair. Like a plant. It doesn't matter how much nutrients or water you put into it, it won't grow without love. Love is part of caring for your hair. Be thankful you have hair that has potential to grow long and beautiful. Many people for various reasons don't have any strands. God bless you!
@ amen!
Suggestion: Use distilled water. You can buy it in a near by store, put it in a water bottle and spray it in your hair everyday or so before you put in your leave in.
I say distilled water because it’s best to stay away from hard water.
Water! The key is water. They told us not to get our hair wet, but us 4c girlies MUST embrace the hydration. What's more hydrating then water? First mist your hair with water then use your leave in conditioner and oil at least every other day. Think of your hair like a plant and water, water, water! Do this even if you have a protective style and watch how much your hair grows. It's a must for healthy hair.
Honestly once someone said our hair is like a plant that needs to be watered my hair started to grow with just spraying water on my hair
Thank you Alicia! I’ve heard the plant analogy time and time again. So many women who do what you just describe have super long hair!
Ur right but we can't use it often. Mine and my sons hair broke from too much use of water. So now we use it once or twice a week.
@@Memeray30 I agree. Anything in excess is not good. 😊
❤❤❤ 0:42 . Yesss. I want to learn how much water she needs. I don't want to over water.
I’ve been natural for 23 years and a natural hair stylist for 19 years (retired) the key to healthy long natural hair is contentment with what you have. Learn what it needs and do it. There is no secret formula because we all have different genetics. I have 4c hair( more like 4z) and what worked for me was leaving it alone and not trying to make it do what it’s not designed to do. And prayer!! Prayer was a game changer ❤
Natasha! You’re on the money with the last sentence 🥹 that’s what has kept me hopeful about this journey. And that contentment is important in every season. Thank you for encouraging and reminding me 💜🌺🌸
@ absolutely sis!!!
Same here I was copying everyone else’s regime instead of finding my own. After 10 years natural I relaxed and started over a year later. Now natural again and learning my hair needs.
Wow!!! That’s amazing!!! I’m glad you’re natural again. And that’s the beauty of the journey. Eventually, we do figure it out. How fast we do or don’t is not the point.
It’s really is best to find what work best for you. As a natural hair UA-camr I always tell my viewers what’s work for me might not work for them.
Same here. Copying every one else & not paying attention to my hair. 10 years later, I’m finally retaining length & paying attention to my hair needs.
@sunshineflowers9589 exactly!!!!!!
I didn't have a choice because I was disillusioned with my relaxed hair and the black stylists who would relax it. I also wanted to travel by backpack so could haven't any unnecessary hair products or tools. I went to Madagascar with no shampoo or conditioner. Only an afro comb. to a remote resort with no salon. The black women from the North West of Madagascar were able to braid my 4c hair with no braiding gel or special tools. Just a comb and some coconut oil and I was still able to jump in the sea and those braids didn't frizz up or come loose. They thought I was from South Africa. That's why I tell everyone to go and visit and/or live in a black-majority country. It will soothe and heal your soul...Why do people think Obama went to Kenya? Why do they think Muhammad Ali and George Foreman went to the Congo? Why do they think Meghan Markle went to Nigeria and married a man who spent years living in Africa and visiting Africa?
😂I started washing my hair more often now ..
I used to wash my hair once every week now every day or 5 days out the week now. 🎉🎉🎉my growth is crazy... All this time and God finally opened my eyes to the truth.. more hydration.. bc the products we use on hair literally cover the pores in our scalp. Washing daily helps to let the hair grow out . Makes sense.. God bless you all❤
🤣you know it’s true because when I was doing wash n gos, washing my hair like every 3 days, it was growing a lot faster. I think that has a lot
To do with stimulating the scalp as well, on top of a clean environment.
More hydration was def what I’ve been needing. So, thank you for sharing! I love to hear how God gives us wisdom on what’s best for our hair, cuz He certainly knows! Thank you! And I LOOOOVE your username 😍😍😍
@InSyncWithJesus That’s amazing! Are you retaining length with frequent washing? Or is that even something you’re going for? 😅 How do you dry your hair? Sorry for all the questions…I only ask cause I cannot imagine my world with daily washing. No length retention, no time for my children, no time for anything! 😂😅
@@CoilyCode Yes 💜 my hair texture is exactly like yours... ⭐ I am starting to feel so much free from braids and extensions and wigs.. now I'm just out and about with my God given hair .. Thank God finally 🙏 lol,,,continue to stay strong and positive sis ..you are an encouraging soul...
I don't put things on my scalp I just rely on the natural sebum unless there's something I'm treating like dandruff
@sable7114 ⭐ hello 👋 sis. Yes I recently learned about our natural sebum.... I stopped oiling my scalp . I use hair grease on my strands for twist outs though but not on my scalp anymore,,, it does clog our pores. My hair is flourishing so well Praise God 🙌 💜 God is so good to us...
My UA-cam algorithm is doing a great job lately with the creators closest to my hair type.❤ im so so grateful.
Omg that makes me so happy 🥹 I’m glad it led you here
Going natural alone doesn’t do much for length retention.
1. Keep your ends oiled and buttered.
2. Cleanse gently in sections with a gentle cleanser.
4. Finger detangle.
5. Keep hair stretched.
6. Wear low-manipulation protective styles without added hair.
7. No tight styles.
8. Avoid hair ties.
9. Sleep on silk or satin pillow cases.
10. Avoid hair color.
YEEESSSSS!!!!!!! Thank you for sharing these tips. 🥹
💯 💯 💯
#5, #6, and #7 are most important, in my opinion. My hair is longer than bra strap length, and I’ve never worn a “wash-n-go” (I always do stretched styles = braid out or twist-out”); also, I’ve never worn wigs or braids with added hair. When not worn out, I wear my hair in my own version of mini-twists, which is 24-28 total twists- only using my own hair. Good luck, Ladies. You can indeed have long, healthy hair - Type 4 hair is beautiful (as is all curly/coily strands).
@ thank you for sharing! That’s really encouraging to hear 😍
Stretching Is going Against its nature....
I’ve been natural for about 9 years and I have 1 loc in the back of my head I started 9 years ago. The loc is all the way pass my bum while my other hair is only at my bra strap. I know that the loc is longer because locks don’t shed and retain all its length, but I just wish the rest of my hair would do the same.
Awww wow!!! Yeah I think also that loc hair is so much stronger too. Imagine all the loose hair is a strand on its own. I think that’s why we try to emulate locs by putting in long term protective styles. Have you thought of combing out the back of your head?
If your hair seems not be growing the issue is breakage. Hydtate you're hair really well and lock in the moisture worth an oil. I like to do a blend of regular castor oil, african shae butter and lock it in with blue magic. Braid you're hair in a protective style and dont touch your hair for a month or two. Make sure your ends are in good health. My hair is 4c waist length that's been my regimen for the last 2 yrs growing out my hair. Also green tea is wonderful growing the hair just drinking it regularly
Thanks for the tips! I def am washing my hair more often now. I try not to overdo it with moisture or letting it go too long without moisture. It’s been a balancing act, but I’m finally getting there haha. I love green tea! I haven’t drank it in a while, but you’re giving me the idea to get back to drinking it.
YES!!! Learn your OWN HAIR and pay attention to what it needs 🙌 ❤
EXACTLY! 🥰 Thanks for your comment Tasha!
My hair stayed at shoulder length for a while, until I started moisturizing it twice a day. I always start my day wetting my hair and then layering leave in and oil, and then in the evening I once again oil my hair to strengthen it. I wash my hair once my scalp starts itching, which may be after a week or so. Just once though, so my hair doesn’t get stripped by the shampoo. Since I have high porosity hair, I use Greek yogurt every weekend as a protein treatment, and then always follow up with a deep conditioner. My split ends have reduced since starting this method. I got the idea from my fingernails, as I oil them 2-3 times a day, which keeps them strong and flexible. I always oil my hair 2 times a day now, and it has made it stronger and more flexible. I wet my hair daily in the shower to keep it hydrated. When I shampoo I since I only do it once, I do not rinse it out unless I’ve been massaging it into my scalp and hair for about 4 minutes so the shampoo can break up the buildup.
🤩Woooow!!!! I love that you got it down to a science for your hair and it’s working! I actually loved how you connected other parts of your body like your fingernails to give you insight with the hair. And I know the protein treatments are helping as well. Thanks for sharing. I actually used mayo for a protein treatment one time, you have me curious about trying Greek yogurt! 😍thanks!
@ I hope you like it and it works for you if you do try it!
@fuzzywuzzythebackyardigans2283 thank you! 🙏
@ no I do not, I just allow it to dry as the day goes on in 2 twists which I clip together
I did the big chop last year, I cut the color out. It didn’t take long for my hair to get down my back. I incorporated ayvurdeic powders and oils. I make my own fenugreek/rosemary oil based in castor , grapeseed and olive oil. I make my own deep conditioner using Brahmi, moringa, hibiscus, shikakai, fenugreek and henna powders. I stretch the hair (either blow dry or Bantu knots) then put my hair in twists or braids add the leave and oil to my ends of my hair.then leave my hair alone for 2-3 weeks. I wear a 1/2 wig or head wrap to work. Once the weather warms up I wear my hair out from April/May-october. Soon as it gets cold o do this regimen. Put the hair away and only reapply moisture as needed (once a week) This has worked for me!
Plus, I exercise daily, drink protein shakes, smoothies, take vitamins and eat clean Whole Foods! Diet plays a role in one’s hair!
The part about your inner health gets missed allot. I’m glad you found what worked for you. I do believe that the ayvuredic herbs are wonderful. I used to drink fenugreek tea and butterfly pea tea as well. Are you still coloring your hair now? Your profile pic is 🔥 !
This was a pleasure to watch! 🎉
🥹😍Awwww!!! Thank you Danielle!! Beautiful profile pic by the way!
@ thank you 😊 God bless you!
So im in theory mode right now, but I believe what grows our hair isn't products. That is merely an aid to manageability. What grows our hair is health and more specifically technique. I also think there are rules that we can change and ones we must implement, like washing and conditioning, which is mandatory. Yet deciding between using moose or gel is temporary. I am, however, of the belief blow drying our once to twice a month can be helpful due to the lasting stretch. I think trimming should be every 6 - 8 months. Also, I think from water to product to oil, you have to experiment with amounts because it can become a speed bump in your journey.
I agree! It’s really the manageability and handling of the hair that makes the most difference. I love stretching my hair with heat, because of that stretch. It is long term, at least if I’m not adding any gels to my hair. But your theory seems plausible.
This is not theory. This is the truth. Products can only help retain length by helping avoid breakage. Even at that, our hair texture and type are different so not all products work the same for everyone
@natasharules6737 I think that's why, after washing, perhaps every 2 weeks or so, we should use blow drying to encourage the stretch. As long as it's done correctly.
@blairwalker12 i have thick hair so I *have* to blowdry my hair after every wash, but I use heat protectant so I've never suffered geat damage
With my hair, I learned that less is more. Using less products and manipulation created easy wash days which simplified things for me. My hair is so soft after doing green house effect on it. (Saturating it with water/aloe vera water, coating with oil of choice, putting a cap/bag, and then covering with a scarf for hours or overnight). I do that and it makes detangling, wash days or whatever easier.
Haha, I talked about the greenhouse effect in my last livestream. Wasn’t a good idea for me but I’m happy to hear it works for you 😮💨. I love using aloe Vera water too! Less really is more!
I remember the early days of my natural hair journey of spending all day or all weekend following other people's routine and becoming a product junkie. Not any more. I simply avoid shampoos with sulphates and parabens, keep my hair moisturised and protected from snags, being gentle with my hair and avoiding hairdressers who handle natural hair like they are raking hay or weed or are scissor - happy ( you take 3 steps forward and they take you 3 or 4 steps back).
I trim as and when I find any straggly strands, bonnet to bed or satin pillowcase and take vitamins that I'm deficient in (eg zinc, iron, cod liver oil), avoid too much heat styling.
I'm too lazy to journal about my hair journey, but do take pictures regularly to see where I have come from big chop to alopecia, constant hair loss to regrowing to longest it's been - bra strap length. To God alone be the glory 🙌🎉🙌
Hahahaha I have a lazy phase in my documentation too 🤣🤣🤣. But, what a great story you have! I’m glad you found something that works for you. Congratulations on reaching bra strap! That’s my goal for 2025 😍
I've been natural since 2012. Ive cut my hair low every year until around 2020. That was the year my hair grew pass my shoulders but was too thin from all the weave wearing and hair dying I did that year. It took two years to grow the dye out. Now, it's thicker, healthier and pass my shoulders again. 12 long years and I'm still short.
That tells me if you keep doing what you’re doing, you’re going to reach very long hair in less than 2 years Nicole! I felt like I was cutting my hair too much in 2021 😮💨 and I was trying to figure out a regimen to stay consistent on between 2022-2023. Now I’m finally reaching that stage where I’m finding what works and just stick to it.
New subbie! I used to try and follow the other ladies' methods. One month later had a moment of clarity! I remember how as a child my wash day consisted of washing, conditioning, greasing, and having plaits in my hair for a week until wash day again. I now do this weekly sometimes switching up my regime. Weekly I use savila and oil my scalp and use whipped shea butter and essential oils. Monthly I use greek yogurt and Ayurveda treatments. Just recently I roller set my hair twice and now this week I twisted my hair. Scalp massages are helpful and blended ginger root. Thank you for sharing your journey. ✨️
Yay!!!! Thank you Tobby for your support! Glad to have you here 🥹😍!
Wow!! That epiphany has to be life giving to you. Sometimes, going back to the old methods have been game changing for me too.
And thanks for the bit on scalp massages. I’ve def been feeling like adding these back into my regimen. 😍
@CoilyCode yes! It is helpful and relaxing. I have a channel as well. Have a wonderful day!✨️
Great video Sis! There’s definitely balance needed between protecting our strands and wearing them out and enjoying the hard work, no matter the length. I know for me, I’ve only worn my hair out once in two years and that’s wild when I think about it! 😂😅BUT, I’ve been trying to nurse my hair from a setback in 2022 and then just see how much length I could retain with plaits, and now twists. Through the process, I’m relearning my hair, what products I can and can’t use, and what my ultimate goal is. I do plan on wearing my hair out at least once a month next year, if the Lord says the same.
Another thing to consider is life changes. Moving to a different environment regarding weather, the quality of water, hormonal changes when having children or menopause, stress from unexpected events, the list goes on! 😅 Your hair looks healthy, and the length will come for all of us if we keep going, no matter how we change up our regimen. Observing what our hair needs is so key…you’re spot on! As usual! Thanks for sharing. 🥰💕
Thank youuu!!! Letting down your hair more next year? I’m here for it!!
You are so right about life changes impacting our hair, which underscores the importance of adaptability and attentiveness to what our hair needs. Your words are always like a virtual hug! 😍 all the best to you, we got this!
A virtual hug indeed! Thanks Sis! 🥰
Well said Sis, the length will come.
My trichologists who are black and female and deal with 80 black female hair loss clients 80 a week recommend wearing your own hair or a silk scarf if you are suffering with hair loss, alopecia or breakage. They don't advocate for wash and gos and afros daily ( unfortunately) as for most of us this either dries out the hair or has it damaged by the elements. They advocate daily moisture and steam and weekly shampoo and deep conditioner. They recommend, twists, finger coils, 2 or 3 french braids flat twists, french chignon or french roll but taking them down every week to remove the shed hair and build up, detangle and reduce tension and friction from the confined style.
I'm making all these mistakes right now and I appreciate your video , I will be correcting my mistakes,thank you for uploading 🙏.
Awwww!!!! I’m so glad you found it then! You’re very welcome and thanks for watching 😇
I just washed my hair and kept it in twist and only let it down when i was going to do something, like go out somewhere nice, a moisturize when needed. Not over manipulate the hair leave it alone and moisturize when needed
Simple and to the point. I love it! How long have you been sticking with that?
@CoilyCode ive been doing that particular regimen since 2018 and im technically waist length,but earlier this year i decided to loc my hair. I went back to being natural when i was 19yo im 32yo now so i started this regimen about 26yo and thats when i started to see growth. I started really leave it alone, no more wash n gos !
siS,your hair looks amazing. your as gotten thick,thick thick also i see your length has increased. ⬆⬆⬆✨✨🏆🏆🏆🥰🥰🥰. i loved all the steps congrats. continue success✨✨✨✨
Awwwwww!!!! That makes me so so happy! 🤩🤩🤩Thank you so much!! 🌺🌺🌺🌸😍
@@CoilyCode
your more the welcome. Your wins are our wins. Your learning lessons are great wisdom to your audience and me 💚🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽
I wash my hair once a week but rinse it everyday. Sometimes every other day, and use a light oil afterwards to moisturise.
Our hair needs regular hydration and oil (in this order). Shampoo is too drying, hence only weekly. If you have hard water, which is also drying, use vinegar to bring the pH lower.( ~ph5 or 6), Example a tablespoon in 400ml of water and use this as your rinse. Buy litmus paper off amazon test the ph of water.
Yes, I hear you. I’ve tried weekly washing. And I feel that’s a happy place because I love having a clean scalp.
Thanks for the tip on the hard water. When I was back home in LA, I used a hard water shampoo each wash day. That helped so much!
I've learned on my NHJ that if you are gentle with your ends while detangling/parting/styling, they will stay with you, but if you aren't, say GOODBYE to length retention!
BINGO!!!! And I honestly need to discipline myself in being gentle anytime I’m handling my hair 🙃. Sometimes I am, and then out of habit, I’m not anymore lol. So much de-programming to do 😭
@CoilyCode I remind myself never to do my hair when I'm upset, tired, in a rush, or hungry because I know I'll take it out on my hair.
Hahahahaha you’re so right!!!!! I
Also think it has to do with the style. I found when I had mini braids, become the takedown was so tedious and long, like 9 hours, and that did not set me up for success.
@CoilyCode I can not do another set of mini anything anymore 🤣 it's too much work. I start to question all my life choices halfway through.
@Vienna-ng6ix LOL!!!!! YOU GET IT HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA😂😂😂😂
I'm natural and I find that braiding my hair under my protective styles (crochet, sew ins, no wigs) is what keeps my hair growing. I also don't wash my hair often. I wash my hair like once every two months 👀 sorry y'all, but if works for me 🤷🏾♀️ I also just invested in the revair, to get a better wash day, less breakage and stretched hair and so I can give myself a good trim as well. 2025 will be a blessing year for my hair 😊
Amen!!! I always wanted a revAir, hopefully I’ll get it next year. But, I used to wash my hair every three months, so you’re good 🤣. Your regimen is def geared towards optimum length retention, so I see you getting to your goals in no time if you’re consistent: what’s your ultimate goal for 2025? 😍 if you don’t mind sharing
Aww and the journal part❤❤❤
Right 🤣
Another thing that keeps people stuck is thinking hair has to be long. Who made that rule? It so important to embrace YOU. And see THAT beauty.
This is very true! I agree with you there. I love your name btw!
Love this style of video! It's so calming and soothing. Haven't worn my hair out in a while now since it's too cold to commit to the full airdry and I'm not trying to fight ssks right now😅
Your hair looks so healthy! You've recovered well from the small setback 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
Yay! Thank you!! It really has 🥹
Truuuee!!! And the sad part is my styles last longer when it’s cold 🤣.
@ It's probably the lower humidity. (Silk press season, anyone? 👀)
Hahahahaha true! No silk press for me. Not the way the eternal humidity works in the Caribbean 🤣
I keep my hair braided or I wear mini twists and while in the protective style, I moisturize with aloe Vera juice rosemary and fenugreek seeds that I put into a spray bottle. Then I coat my hair with Shea butter. But I make my own Shea butter by melting it down and added oils. Also, I probably should trim my hair but I actually stopped doing that
Nice!! You’re the second person who mentioned making your own shea butter mix. I’m a tad traumatized by shea butter because it caused so much breakage. But, I’ve been researching other butters, and someone also mentioned a rare shea butter. I mean, shea butter did wonders for keeping my hair lubricated. I guess I’ll have to give it another shot.
Yeah, trimming is…I went a year before I did my latest trim. And I don’t think it’s necessary when you’re wearing protective styles all the time.
I notice what helped me reach longer lengths was cutting only split ends and protective styling with my hair. Mini twist for a couple months are a time while redoing each section every few weeks. I was able to watch my hair and 'early diagnosis' breakage. Since my postpartum depression my once almost waist length hair has split and broke off and I cut it to a neck length bob to salvage what I can. I already see a difference! Its softer and I see its already trying to flourish.
Oh wow!!!!!! Thanks for sharing. I’m doing something like mini twists (more like medium) and I think I may try to do that “redo each section” every few weeks. Are you doing mini twists still with your cut?
My hair wasnt growing until i started stimulating my scalp,scalp massages&vitamins that boost blood circulation like stinging nettles,also fixed my iron&vitamin d levels
I also use a lot of ayurvedic ingredients neem,amla,brahmi,aloe powder.I put them in my deep conditioners,and i prepoo with herbal oil before double shampooing ,that helps me a lot too
Yessss!! I definitely need to up my massaging game. I drink nettle tea off and on. It’s also a natural Dht blocker which causes thinning.
@@CoilyCode I take nettle capsules but use it as a herbal hair spray too🥰yes I love all the dht blockers
PS: Your hair looks like it's thriving 🎉😍
Congrats on your marriage 🎉🎉🥂💐🎊🍾🥂🙌🙌
Thank you Libby!!! My hair has come a long way so I’m glad you’re seeing the progress. It keeps me encouraged 😍 I’m glad you’re here 💜💜💜
I started my healthy haircare journey 19 months ago, and I am AMAZED at the results. I cut my hair to shoulder length in April 2023 at the start of my journey. Within 16 months my hair was waist length. My 2 year Hair Anniversary will be April 2025, and I will get my hair straightened (No Direct Heat) to see exactly how long my hair is. I think by then it will be touching the top of my butt. My hair is growing on average 1 inch per month, and I am retaining that length. I will be sharing exactly how I did this on my channel very soon. I am rebranding my channel to be monetize, that is why I deleted my old videos which were not original content. Soon my channel will be me sharing healthy haircare tips and other healthy lifestyle advice.👍😊
Congratulations sis!!!!! What a milestone! You must be proud of yourself!!! Well done and looking forward to seeing your channel blossom! 💜🌺🌸(and your 2 year anniversary). Please remind me from time to time if you stick around here :)
@@CoilyCode Thank you! Will do!👍
Love it. It suits your natural beauty 😊
Awwww thank you!!!!! And I love your name! So unique🥰💜
@ thank you 💕💕
Do you cover your head at night? Based upon the depth of the blackness of the color and the deep sheen of your hair, I think you are solidly on track to continue to gain length while maintaining the wonderful health of your hair.
😍😍Hello MsChicoro😍😍 I do!! That’s one thing I never ever miss. I’m wondering though if I should secure my hair underneath my bonnet. The silk scarves make me hot at night, but the bonnets are best. I just keep my twists loose though… 🤔
Thank you!!! My husband made that comment to me when he saw the twist. He didn’t realize my hair could look so black 😅 probably because I hadn’t been washing or moisturizing it so much. That’s encouraging! Thank you!
@@CoilyCode The deep color and shine come from health. For each of us, as you stated in your video, 'health' can be something different depending upon the needs or our own individual, hair needs.
Afro textured hair is quite complex. Your hair is thriving! Continue what you are doing.
Very beautiful result! And your so beautiful I love your smile 😊
🥹🥹🥹🥹Thank you Racquelle! 💜💜💜 thanks for watching!
I’m honestly ready to just shave it all off. We’ll see what the future holds.❤
Nooooooo!!! Don’t shave it off yet. What’s particularly frustrating?
@ I just feel like I’ve been at a stand still. At first I tried all the different things on UA-cam then I just gave up and started leaving my hair alone and putting wigs on.
@@lolabunny1157 oh well that’s good. Do you have any long-term goals or visions for your hair?
I love your videos Sis, i get excited when you post your videos.❤
🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹Omg, that’s so sweet. My heart melts! Thank you!!!! And seeing you in the comments always brings a smile to my face! 😍😁
So my sister used to wash your hair like every 5 days because she heard washing your hair works more often especially for the European people someone suggested that to her and she did that for a while for a long time but she didn't like that routine then she switched to washing her hair every 3 weeks because that fit her better and she also Incorporated using aloe vera on her hair and avocado mask every time she washed her hair and then every two months she would do the apple cider vinegar rinse and her hair is down to her butt. And I've recently gone back to being natural I've done it a couple times but me personally I like short hair we have thick hair runs in our family my mother is a mixed woman from Trinidad and Tobago she's mixed with Venezuelan my father is a black American man but my hair type is type 4 while my sister who I mentioned earlier she is a type 3 girl personally I like to shave my hair every so often because I sweating my hair especially in the summertime I think my hair would probably be longer if I didn't cut it so much or shave my head off I just went natural 2022 and right now it's about shoulder length if I blow dried it straight I can't say that I'm looking for the longest hair if I'm going to be honest when my hair was the longest it's ever been I just put it in a ponytail I was never really creative with it
See, if I had thick hair, I’m not sure if my sentiments for long hair would be the same 🤣. That is a whole other feat on its own. I do think there is a benefit to washing your hair often, but only if you’re doing wash n gos. To wash your hair everyday and have to style it would be counterproductive. However, my hair seems to achieve more length when I leave it alone. I don’t like having a dirty scalp so soon as I feel a persistent itch, that’s when I wash it. I notice it increases when I sweat.
It’s actually refreshing to hear someone who isn’t aiming for length. As long as you’re learning your hair, that’s really all that matters.
Thanks for sharing. My grandfather was from Trinidad & Tobago 😁😁😁
The key is to just get locs. My hair is butt length now after years of it being short ASF. Locing our hair is great because it allows our unique hair texture to flourish
I’m not a fan of locs. I imitate them though by doing braids or twists.
You don’t have to get locs. It’s the lack of manipulation that allows for growth bc you will retain length
@@jungwonscactus9425I pretend like I am getting locks and keep it twisted for at least 2 weeks but someon longer and let them frizz up and be as they want just keep moist and my hair grows fast. I think shampoo is not good monthly for some hair types. I shampoo only after 40 days now like my partner and I notice stronger hair.
I’m glad I went natural in the 90s before UA-cam. I learned how to take care of my hair through trial and error, but my hair was down to my shoulders in a couple year afterwards.
I know that my hair is unique and what works for one person might not work for me. Also, “natural” hair comes in many textures, so there is no one size fits all.
So true!!! I’m curios Maki, what were you doing in the 90s to care for your hair?
@ I used water and Aussie conditioner as a leave in conditioner, although it was meant to be rinsed out. I had a wide tooth comb with a spray bottle at the end and I’d keep water in it to moisturize my hair periodically throughout the day. Over the years, I’ve used various drug store products like Afrosheen moisturizer or Eco Style gel and other things (depending on the city and climate, certain products worked or didn’t work). I’m 50 now and my regimen is S-curl gel, S-curl moisturizing spray, and olive oil. This combo gives me perfect curls without being too greasy.
@@Maki-00 Thanks for sharing! I actually used the S-curl activator with my wash-n-gos! It keeps the hair moisturized for such a long time! That's great you found what works for you before UA-cam. What are your thoughts about the UA-cam natural hair space? If you don't mind sharing.
@@CoilyCode You’re welcome! I think that the UA-cam videos can be helpful, but at the same time, many women don’t realize that “natural” hair comes in many textures and that they can’t just follow some UA-camr’s regimen and expect their hair to look exactly the same. If your hair is type 4, you’re not going to have perfect “fall into place” curls like someone with type 2 or 3 hair. My hair with and without hair products looks like hair from two different people, LOL!
Don’t get me started on the political BS on some channels and in the comments! I’ve heard people saying that defining your curls is “Eurocentric”. WTF is “Euro” about the hair growing out of a black woman’s head? If I didn’t define my curls, my hair would stick straight up like a Treasure Troll doll! I’ve also seen a lot of criticism of black women who have or want long hair. You’re a race traitor if you don’t want short hair. 🙄 I can’t stand people who act like you’re not authentically black unless your natural hair is worn in an Afro or locks!
@@Maki-00 OMG!!! This whole perspective is so satisfying to see. I cannot believe the things that are being said, the policing done to black women on what they do with their hair, so dogmatic and unkind. Well I'm glad there are others like you in this space who understand these frustrations. It's absolutely CRAZY!
The way I deeply exhaled when I saw this title.😢 Preach....
Pleeeeeaaase Preach.
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Awwwwww!!!!! That’s okay sis!!! You’re not alone. I understand 🥰
We all in this together!! ❤
RETENTION: when you relax, braids or colour your hair, you find yourself having to colour the new roots or retouch if relaxed.
I agree that it is about using products and ingredients that agree with YOUR hair.
Exactly!
Shared under other commenter who didn’t want to hear it lol
Anyway- if you are thinking about locs: I used yarn for faux locs (red heart with love yarn). Only did it a couple times between box braids- it retained water but stayed light. I feel like I owe that to why I was able to retain 5 more inches. I think it was having a period of letting my hair soak in water (like a plant) multiple times a week instead of using a butter/ moisturize. Helped me grow my hair, but also a good test to see if you want to get real locs!
Thanks Nakia! I’m not at a stage where locs is a consideration. I also don’t like to style my hair with synthetic material considering how fine my strands are. But I never say never. Haha, living in Jamaica, locs are everywhere!
I stopped using so much product and kept it simple. I wet my hair with water and cover with a plastic cap to loosen up my hair after taking down my protective style.
After 30 minutes to a hour I detangle my hair. When I wash my hair I use a small amount of head and shoulders only on my scalp.Then I use moisturizing shampoo on the legnth of my hair. Mostly I do protective styling mini twist, plaits, or braids that I do myself. I use a leave in detangler made with glycerin (shea moisture leave in detangler) then I seal with hair grease. Every 3 months I will do a protein treatment. I stopped using so much products on my hair because I learned less is more. I also learned over the course of my natural hair journey is that I keep my scalp clean.
I love your regimen, Elizabeth! It’s kind of close to what I’m trying to do with my hair. A clean scalp has been a priority for me because I cannot stand it when my scalp itches lol
@ I know that’s right!
Im tok lazy to do this weekly, I keep my hair out in the summer but i also have a busy life and my hair thrives in protective styles
Exactly! I think that doesn’t get consider often when discussing hair regimens! What protective style is your go to?
Long hair is kept hair on the hair strand. Focus on clean scalp, untangled hair length, unbreaking ends. Keep one style for as long as possible
😍so simple!
You have beautiful,thick healthy hair.
🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹thank you
It came really really cute.. ty for sharing 🎉❤
😍😍😍I thought so too! Thank you so much!
Hey lady - Love your channel. I’m watching your video while cleaning and can see you are using the products but I also noticed you pull your hair quite a bit when you get to the front of your head. I know for me when I first went natural, my hair began to recede. Scared me to pieces. I now fall back on pulling AT ALL in the front and my hairline is like it was when I had a chemical. Not that my hair routine would benefit you, but here it is:
- 100% Organic Jojoba Oil (I put fresh rosemary, 10 coffee beans, 30 whole dried Alma seeds in the bottle and let it sit for 2 months. Think cold press-ish). Once I’m reading to use it, I put some in a small dropper bottle and add 100% Organic Australian Tee Tree oil. For my scalp only
- Water bottle with brewed Fenugreek seeds
- Shea Moisture Kids Curling Buttercream (add 100% Organic Castor to the jar)
I wash my hair almost weekly. Sometimes I use a clarifying shampoo on my mids and lengths only to prevent scalp damage. I do that before following up with a moisturizing shampoo (using my scalp massager) and then conditioner and deep conditioner, every wash. I never skip this step. I have high porosity, thick 4C hair, I need this protection. Depends on how my scalp has been feeling, I’ll put a small amount of Sulfur 8 on four parts in my hair and massage before I begin adding my products listed above. My hair is super dry. Like desert dry, so I moisturize every other day.
Oh and now I’m watching another one of your videos while I type this extremely long comment and I see you’re using protein treatments. How is that going? Are you still using that with the clarifying shampoo? The scientific consensus is protein treatments are harmful ONLY FOR low porosity hair. How is that going?
Are you a natural hair guru in disguise??? Totally here for your detailed routine! Thanks for sharing. Regarding the pulling at the front of my hair -I definitely aim to not add unnecessary tension, I promise you I was being gentle but taut. However you’re absolutely right. We don’t want to stress the tresses!
As for the protein treatments, I haven’t been able to do them much due to life changes. But, as things are settling, I should get back to doing them more often. However, I didn’t experience an adverse reactions to it with my low-porosity hair. Science isn’t the gospel truth in my opinion. Some scientific insights are helpful, and others, I don’t give too much weight. I’ve seen low porosity naturals do fine with protein. It’s really a balancing act.
Thanks again for watching and taking the time to share your routine and feedback! ♥️🌸🌺😍
I’m wearing my natural hair now. I wet it everyday in the shower, fluff it out a little and I am done. No oils, no butters and my hair stays soft and shedding less. I don’t have the energy to do anything else😂😂.
🤣I hear you!!! Less is more!!
Sis try some leave in conditioner
Okay but surely you’re putting something on it…Afro textured hair is notoriously dry especially after getting wet or washed🤔
I have to use oils and butters or my hair will break 😩some women swear by it though
Your hair looks healthy
Thank you beauty!!!!!
I remember the days of the Jheri Curl. That activator helped keep the hair moist which caused many bp hair to grow back in the 80s. The key is moisterizers and genes.
I actually used the s-curl activator for my wash n gos!
I love the seasons analogy❤❤
😍Hi Divine!!! So lovely seeing you here (I’m a subbie)! What a treat :)
@CoilyCode 🤗🤗🤗
This summer I followed most of Ms Mississippi regimen. I shampooed twice a week and went bsck to hair grease. My hair thrived. I still try to do twice a week even though it's a winter.
Oooooh! Kekelah, i did that same regimen in October and it actually helped me stop breakage. I was washing every 3 days. And it was definitely what i needed.
Keep working on it. But more than anything, as a married woman. I think you you’re beautiful and I love your energy.
😍😍😍oh my gosh! 🥹🥹🥹 thank you so much Detkc0000! I will!
Put water in your hair often, keep it off your shoulders and minimal manipulation, and let it grow. I’ve gone from a baldie to tail bone length twice in 6 years. It actually is kinda simple. I wash my hair, deep condition, leave in, air dry, satin bonnet at night. Silk press maybe once every six months. Trim once every 6 months. Prenatal vitamins and lots of drinking water. One thing I wish Black women of all textures would realize is we need water/moisture in our hair. We need to keep our scalp clean and stop being scared to wash our hair. Also, many of us believe our hair is “strong” because it’s so tightly coiled. We yank and pull and put a lot of stress on it fighting its natural texture… In reality, the more tightly it is coiled the more fragile it is. Every place it spirals is a stress point for potential breakage. We gotta stop obsessing over our hair and having a fear mindset. It’s just hair… if we leave it alone and stop working against it it will grow.
I love what you write especially at the end! I agree there is an unhealthy attachment to our hair and it’s making us do extreme things when growing long hair as you mentioned don’t require a lot. I’ve arrived at a place where if my scalp itches and it’s unbearable, I wash it. Thank you for sharing. You dropped so many gems, so you mind if I share your comment in a video?
@ Thank you. I’d love that. Also, your voice is so soothing it’s like ASMR. Congrats on your new marriage as well ☺️
Awwww thank you!!! That’s so sweet! I struggle with liking the sound of my voice at times lol so I appreciate that 🥹
Girl me too! I went ahead and got locs. Don’t even like the look but was sick of short hair 😢
Wow!!! Yeah I’m no where near desiring locs…but I never say never. How’s your hair doing now? How long have you had them?
Rice water and rice oil, vocado and castor oil, aloe vera, grapeseed oil, sulfur, peppermint oil and scalp detoxing monthly.
Thanks for sharing!! I’ll have to make a note to get these things in the future.
My issue was me compromising health for length and always comparing my hair to others
Me too Cebile! 🥴 I was so fixated on length that health took a backseat. When it I had prioritized health like I am now, I would’ve been much farther. And don’t get me started on the comparison 😓. But, I think those are natural experiences to have when you’re finally getting close to loving and embracing your natural hair, not something all of us knew to do. Thanks for sharing
Have u ever watched green beaty on youtube? Im glad to see you didnt give up on your goal
Yesssss Jinxed!!! I love her!!!! I wish she come back and make more videos haha. But yes, she’s been truly helpful to me on my journey. Thank you :) it hasn’t been easy but it’s been well worth the struggle.
Hi, I notice that you put oil on your hair. I am coily with low porosity fine hair. Oils drips out of my hair. Nothing absorb into my hair.😢
I use oil everyday on the ends, but I use grease as my sealant. Have you tried grease at all? Here are some tips I’ve used to help my low porosity absorb:
1. Wash my hair with hot water (as hot as I can take it) once my cuticles feel open, I’ll turn down to warm
2. Apply my leave in conditioner BEFORE I leave the shower. Then I put a plastic cap over my head (if I’m not blowdrying), until I’m ready to apply my stylers.
3. You can also use a heating cap for whenever you apply products to help with absorption.
4. Grease has been my go to in sealing in the moisture
5. Also try using products with glycerin in it (or you can use glycerin itself, you just have to wash your hair more)
Have you tried any of these?
@@CoilyCode so, I use the light Scalp and Hair Quencher by Mielle, and I usually have to put oils in my leave in conditioner. Yes I use hot water to wash my hair. I am waiting for my steaming cap from Amazon. Since my hair is thin heavy grease and products don't work in my hair. I am so glad that I found you. You will be my go to person. Thanks for being here.
@@talentedgul Awwww I'm honored talentedgul!!! I'm glad you're here and we'll figure these things out as we go :D
My secret to long hair was getting locs 😉
Still, this was so relaxing to watch and to listen to and you have some really good tips.
Your mini braids takedown video shows you with a rat tail comb in your hand. That comb is for straight hair not natural hair and it will definitely pull out all of your hair. Get a Wide tooth comb and either an Unbrush or Denman brush or finger detangle. Stick with the protective styles, keep your hair moisturized, find and use the products that work on your hair, pay attention to your ends, and wash day once a week. Before taking down ANY protective styles, use something with slip, like aloe, conditioner, or oil (this allows the comb, brush or fingers to guide smoothly through the hair which lessens breakage, the braid or twist to unravel faster, and detangling is easier). Use silk or satin bonnets to sleep in and get a microfiber towel for your hair. Stay away from anything cotton. I hope this helps. The ends of your hair in video look very happy so you’re on the right track.
Thank you 😇💜 for the tips!
Can you share the first song you played on this video? I enjoy watching your videos. Great points!
Yes! It’s the first song i believe listed in the description box under “music featured” 😍
@CoilyCode ty!
My hair would grow to bra strap them break until i started doing steam treatments. Turns out i have low porosity hair so my hair can't absorb the products unless steamed. Its a game changer
That’s called growth! Good job 👏 I really would love to get a steamer. I have low porosity as well and I use a heating cap to help. But steamer is def an upgrade. Where’s your hair length now?
@@CoilyCode it's waist length now the longest it's ever been. I put in the protein treatment and steam the hair for an hour. It's a salon steamer that cost me $300 😢 but it's worth it cause these stylists are charging too much. It's a hair protein called jherri Redding it was used in the 1980s to strengthen hair when doing jherri curls you may find some old videos on UA-cam. I mix a teaspoon of it with Africas best hair mayonnaise (has to be this brand the others aren't good). It makes your hair soft and fluffy like a cloud and I also mix in 2 table spoons of Jamaican black castor oil (this strengthens the strands) steam it then rinse with cold water. I'm Jamaican and my old school stylist put me on this routine before she retired. My cousin who has never been able to grow her hair past ear length used this routine and in less than a year she was at bra strap I couldn't believe it. Also to note I put my hair into two strand twists each time as a protective style with the ends greased and tucked away, after I deep condition and moisture I LEAVE IT ALONE. This is the key. Had 6 inches of growth in 6 months. Also taking MSM capsules and biotin with drinking a lot of water daily eating fruits and vegetables will nourish your hair from the inside. The only sad thing is that I'm in the US right now and I can't get my hands on the jherri Redding online. When I go back home to Jamaica to visit my mom I'll try to see if I can find it at a beauty supply down there.
@@CoilyCodeanother note use Africas pride aloe vera prepoo and a wide tooth comb on damp hair when detangling. It's literally a miracle in a bottle. Detangling is a breeze now. 😭😭
@kovarcoley yes I’ve used it in the past, i have a review on it, it was spectacular!!!
I guarantee your hair will be the longest it has ever been if you get locs. This is because people with our hair texture flourish with minimal detangling and max moisture. Just a thought! From a girl who had shoulder length hair her entire life until getting locs that grew my hair all the way to my tail bone in 6 years! I promise, I’m not lying to you sis ❤.
Oh I believe you!!! Most women who have locs have long hair haha. 😆 and I’m sure it would work wonders for my hair. Who knows what the future holds? 🥰 thanks for sharing :) I think that’s why we tend to emulate locs with braids and twists.
Unfortunately so much of that hair length is shed hair trying to get out of there. Can you imagine shedding 100 hairs per day for years and your hair is locked. If someone took the time to actually try to detangle that then you would see the true length of the hair. I don't doubt that it would be longer but I think not quite as long as it appears and it would probably be very damaged my opinion.
@ I’ve had multiple sets and shed hair is a huge part of locs, but with proper takedown, I maintained over 70% of my length. Not to mention the length when stretched is much longer than I could have ever gotten as a loose natural.
@@sable7114 My hair do not shed that much daily, everyones hair don't shed the same.
@@sable7114 yep. Most women taking down their locs discover dry, hair that’s extremely thin at the ends. After a trim you can see the true length and health of the hair.
Hey curlfriend, I recognized most of the products used in this video but, could you please tell me the name of the Palmers hair product?😊
Of course sis! It’s the Palmer’s olive oil formula shine therapy gro therapy nourishing hairdressing (I didn’t realize the name was so long) 🥴
Thanks so much🤗
My hair thrives better relaxed Z my hair is long down my back relaxed natural its a mess ! I hate it .
Thanks for sharing Dacia. What was the hardest part of wearing your hair natural?
@@CoilyCode Im a straight natural because I find that my hair thrives better when it’s not in a curly state. All of those creams and oils clogged my scalp and caused fairy knots. This is perhaps something you should consider.
Hi Stacey!
A lot of straight naturals say the same thing. It makes sense because coils and curls always leave us susceptible to tangling and breakage. I don’t know if I’ll ever be a straight natural cuz I love my coils so much, but I’ve been a straight natural before. And it was a much quicker regimen 🤣.
I have my hair out and about right now! But honestly just take care of your scalp and your ends- a clean healthy scalp, oil massage and protect your ends- with either a flaxseed gel or a butter. You don't have to always wear a "protective" style but low manipulation is key- and just leave your hair alone (but its hard because we like to play in our hair admit it LOL)
Agreed!!!! Everything you said is my approach now. Thank you for sharing!
@@killakahl yes love to play in the and check it out when I see my reflection
Some women just have short growth phases. I’m a licensed cos, and you can see in small children how every individual has a different growth rate and phase. My hair is 17inches and my child’s is almost 30inches, while my mother and sister have never had more than shoulder length. A great regimen with low tension and low manipulation is great, but if your growth phase is short, it is what it is.
This may be true, but no one really ever knows. No one has studied human hair growth speed to the extent that this is definite. A lot of growth has to do with lifestyle, genetics, and haircare practices, variables that have not been considered when discussing hair growth phases.
But at least for me, when I sum up all of my habits and seasons of this journey, my length is only because of mismanaging my time. That’s evident by the years of documentation I’ve done on my hair. My hair would’ve been past my waist if I had been focused and knew what to do in 2017.
I guess if you’re happy with that, than I can’t say anything to change it. Thank you for sharing your wisdom!
I feel like this is backed by the fact that some people do not take care of their hair at all and it still grows long. In my opinion if you have resilient hair coupled with a long growth phase then you have won the jackpot. People with long hair don’t have to do anything in order to obtain it cause most likely their hair will grow long regardless of the conditions. That’s why I feel like people shouldn’t be trying to do the most to get long hair. If it’s healthy but it’s not long, so be it 🤷🏾♀️
I am trying ti maintain length now but it is a struggle. I am maintaining moisture and trying to keep it twisted for two weeks at a time. Do you have any suggestions?
I may have a few suggestions. But first, what are you struggling with exactly?
@ I am struggling with patience. I am not good at styling my hair it is short but long enough to two strand twist . I had locs for eights and I have been trying to re learn my hair . I suppose I need to listen to my hair and scalp ie when to wash it when ti it it needs moisturizer or protein
I’d just keep it super simple. Since twists remind me of locs, just two strand twist your hair or braid, which ever you’re able to do, and wash it when your hair and scalp gets dirty. And you’ll figure out the frequency by observing your hair and scalp. Most naturals have a schedule, like once a week, once a month etc. I wash whenever my hair gets dirty or scalp starts getting unbearably itchy.
If two weeks doesn’t work for you, then that’s okay. There really are no rules to taking care of your own hair. Ppl like to wait a long time before washing because that’s less manipulation on your hair strands. But, you can still wash it as often as you need to in order to maintain moisture and a clean scalp. No rules :) you just have to learn your hair as you say. And maybe you’ll need to style it more often in order to do that. OR you can buy a mannequin head with natural hair and practice on it.
In terms of patience, that’s going to take time. Patience comes from struggling to wait. You don’t develop patience unless you need to have patience. So when you get impatient, you need to remind yourself of your goals, what do you ultimately want, and what’s the sacrifice you’re willing to make. Hair doesn’t grow overnight, but with time, you’ll see the growth. 😊
@@CoilyCode thank you I will do this the advice is helpful
Yes ma'am 15 yrs.. You managed it very well, so many folded, you stayed solid.. It wasn't easy, but you maintained nd did it.. 🤝👏🫂
Wow! Thank you lovebuh! I hadn’t even considered that angle! Wow! I appreciate you for reminding me not to dwell on the lack of results when I’ve made so much progress anyway.
Would you want to try out minibraids . I eprsonally do larger braids amd I keep them in for like weeks at a time
Mini braids were actually my first love! I love them so much and did retain length. The issue is my regimen didn’t involve moisture so I got a lot of breakage from brittleness. Plus since my hair is fine, the takedown was BRUTAL. I do like medium braids. I just wanted to give my hair something new since twists aren’t as time consuming. But I’ll definitely return back to them one day. I have a mini braids playlist to show you how much I loved them haha
So friend, did you send your flu expedited over the Caribbean waters to me in South Florida?? 🤧😂 Whew chile, I was DOWNN this thanksgiving. The flu has a way of stopping everything in it’s tracks and hair is the last thing that gets moving on the to do list lol😅
Love the tips! Gosh, if we knew then what we know now then…. well… we wouldn’t have the experience to guide others right? And I’m sure so many are encouraged and helped with this information. Reminds me of the scripture, Romans 8:28 “And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose.”
Nice to see that you’re trying twists again. I’ve been doing twist for while now. I wish I could remember the UA-camr’s name who inspired me to do twists. Twists doesn’t last long like braids but I don’t mind because I want to refresh my hair about every two weeks. And because twists doesn’t take long to do it’s usually not a big deal. Plus if I want to take it out to wear as a twist out for a nicer outing I can. I would suggest when you first do it to try to stretch it. That’s what that nugget that UA-camr taught me. While it’s damp I encourage it to dry stretched. It lessens the tangles. 💗💗❤️💗❤️. Perhaps flexi rods or rollers or even Bantu knots. I put mine in Bantu knots or a bun.
Oh nooooo!!!!!!! 🫢🥴So sorry!! The technology is really getting advance. Imagine that 🤣 that’s awful you missed thanksgiving too 😭😭😭 (although I was well, thanksgiving is an American holiday so it was just a regular day in Jamaica 🤣).girrrrrrllllll hahaha hopefully your hair is in some twists now, at least that’ll keep the tangles in line.
I LOOOOVE that you used that verse because it really helps bring everything into perspective so we don’t feel shame for the mistakes we made. We were all just figuring it out and now the future generations will have all they need to do even greater things.
Sis! When I tell you the joy I had doing these twists!!!!! I didn’t do them too small either, but they’re so much fun to install. I love my mini braids but I really couldn’t justify doing a style that pains me to do 🤣. It took me an hour versus 4.5 hours. That’s a good tip! I also have been watching more ladies who do twists as their main style picking up some ideas along the way. And like you, I like to refresh my hair more often too. It’s a way to enjoy it more too.
I hope you get well soon! At least before the leftovers expire? 😭
LOOOOOOLLLL !!!!!
@@CoilyCode Thank you sis! Thank God I’m feeling much better now. And yes technology is getting out of control 🤪🤣.
I love that you’re enjoying the twists. You can’t beat the install time and the absolute BEST is the take down time 💃🙌🏾. It’s a journey and we’re learning and enjoying the journey as well.
Girl I wasn’t missing out on that Thanksgiving meal, you kidding me, only once a year I gotta have it. The portion size was much smaller but I had to have a taste 😂.
I’m so excited to hear how your first Christmas in Jamaica goes. In Trinidad Christmas is a big deal. Well at least when I was growing up there.
Thank you for being you. Sending lots of love. ❤️💗❤️🩷💗.
@@t-helen-price 🎶🎵🎶💃 TWINNN where have you beeeen. No body knows me like…… okay I’m stopping 🤣😂. HEY TWIN! 👋🏾
@ HEYYYY 😂😂😂 hahahahaha!!!!!
Washing my hair once per week. No shade but I don’t understand how fellow girlies go 3 months without cleansing the scalp properly.
Shanita, don’t judge me but 🥲I used to be one of those 3 months lol. I honestly didn’t like it because even though I retained length, my scalp was so dirty and the buildup in my braids was disgusting. I lost my confidence leaving the house knowing my hair was dirty. So not anymore 😆
Get to know elements specific to your hair and what your hair needs. Cleanse,condition and style. Trim every 3-4 months. You are so right, that’s why my cactus died😂
Hahahahahahaa oh no!!!! 🌵 🤣🤣🤣 sorry about that. I don’t have a green thumb at all so I empathize. 😩 but good points you made!
Like how u twist up now leave it in for month but do a water mix with shampoo and deep condition keep doing it
Okay! Thank you!
Lmao the same but I got it figured out now. Stay strong curl friend!
Hahahahaha!!! Right!!! Thank you. We’ve come a long way.
water is the secret-not-so-secret key ingredient. incorporated this and my hair started thriving
I agree. I had a regimen where I avoided water for 3 months. It was okay, but then not okay because I noticed so much tiny breakages. So soon as I incorporated water back in, instant turnaround.
Try minibraids just your natural hair. Wash, treat , moisturize, massage the minibraids. Leave it for sometime. Your hair will retain length.
I’ve tried them. I have a mini braids playlist 🤣 they’re my fav but in taking a break
My hair is soooo long now when i started wearing my hair blow dried and flat ironed.
Yeah I hear allot of naturals who where their hair straight say that. I live in a humid country, plus I love my hair pattern too much lol to chance straightening it all the time. But, that’s really good!
@@CoilyCode I love my curls too and live in The Bahamas, it's very humid. I was afraid of heat too. 2 registered cosmetologists, and trichologists said that it's a myth that hair is damaged from blow drying and flat ironing if you use leave in conditioner, blow dry cream or heat protectant. Also sticking to only using cleansing shampoo, then hydrating shampoo and conditioner, leave-in, heat protectant, then a drop of oil rubbed on ends only (no coconut oil). I do this and I have no heat damage, hair damage, and hair is retaining length like crazy.
I know that’s true because when I use to straighten my hair a lot in college, I used the entire CHI line and never got heat damaged. And I was straightening my hair ALL the time 🤣. I guess cuz it’s been so long.
My mom wear nothing but wigs for yearsss and her hair is long. My guess is don't touch your hair your as much. I used to wear wigs and my hair was growing until i stop and started wearing my real hair, then it all went left lmao.
It’s not the wigs that’s growing the hair. It’s just the minimal manipulation. Ive worn wigs for years. I don’t think a woman has to wear another woman’s hair or synthetic hair to grow. It’s just leaving the hair alone as much as possible without sacrificing the health of the scalp.
@@CoilyCodethis is true. I wore wigs for months and yes my hair grew, but when I stopped, I noticed I had given myself traction alopecia from the friction, wig caps, wig combs that hold the wig in place as well as adhesives. Long hair is kind of irrelevant with no edges
I wouldn’t say long hair is irrelevant without edges 🤣🤣🤣 but, I suffered breakage from wear wigs (with glue) for years and I finally got my hairline back growing again. I would like for it to fill out a little more but if it doesn’t, I’m alright with it.
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Hi Lily! Thank you 😍💜
Great video 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽
Thank you Jeckle! 🥰
Mielle has been all over the media for causing breakage and hairloss. Stop using that stuff. Also... I don't have your hair texture but I think it might be worth the cheap price to try the Garnier Sleek and Shine line. It saved my severely damaged hair. I don't think women with 4C hair are trying it because it's not marketed as being for curly hair. Personally I feel like it blows every other expensive product out of the market. If you try the shampoo and conditioner let me know how it goes. I think it might do miracles for 4C hair.
I just looked to see if there were any reviews. Look up the video 'Finally Trying Fortifying Shampoo & Conditioner By Garnier Sleek & Shine | CoralineJonesx'... when she says she doesn't want to use any other products after trying Sleek and Shine (!!!!) that is how I feel too. That line is going to put everyone out of business.
thank you Empress for those suggestions. I’ve never had an issue with Mielle. I’ve been using this product off and on for years. But I‘ll check out those other recommendations, thank you!
Hair care isn’t a one size fit all thing!!! I say this about skin care routines as well. People ask me all the time what’s my skin care and I say dermatologist please go see one they will be able to assist you better than I.
Facts!!!! Pure facts!!!
We love Selena!!!
My hair is 5 years hairline damaged twice iam learning my hair but buy bit
Awww!!! Yeah I had hairline damage for a long time too. And those hairs take so much time to come in. But, the care and love you show it as you’re learning will heal that area 😍thank you for watching
I wear mine out and to protective style I twist my own hair. I also moisturize my ends too.
We love the simplicity! 😍😍😍
Scalp massage twice per day with a tool, NOO shelf products except for shampoo, make oil blend (coco,castor, teatree or olive) hair needs to be stretched consistenly but not too much twist or braids, use satin scrunchie to band the hair or make ponytail or pigtails, scalp should never be consistelny wet (fungus) only ends of hair need wetting, unless wash day, do not air dry scalp use blow dryer on cool setting, lower radiation exposure from tv cellphone & computer
When you say not too much twist or braids… what do you mean?
Thanks for the tips. I def need to incorporate scalp massaging
What did natural ever have to do with hair growth ??? 🧐🧐🧐🧐
Not sure I understand your question layparis? Do you mean what did naturals used to do?
Same here 10 year's slow
Verona, how much of it would you attribute to a slow growth rate versus your haircare practices?
@CoilyCode I'm trying new way now ,wash and deep condition every week, moisture 3to 4 days per week and coconut oil for my grease. ♥
@@veronagraham6816 That sounds absolutely doable. :D
What u should do to grow ur hair long is plat ur hair small and leave it for let’s say a month wash once a week deep condition with the plat moisturizer and seal the ends often
Awesome! Thank you Fay! I am a huge fan of mini braids, have a whole playlist but I’m taking a break from them.
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Mielle made my hair fall please be careful
Thanks for your concern. I’m not using as much anymore. I’ve had that jar forever 🤣
Please check out Cyn doll. She is the truth. Taught me so much about hair growth!!
Yeah I’m familiar with her methods. Didn’t work for me.
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You have plenty hair. It's fine. Stay natural
Thank you!!!
Silk press
I love my curl pattern too much to chance the heat damage 😅
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