1. Use satin hair bands 2. Wash your hair regularly 3. Leaving protective styles on for too long 4. Shower 5. Rinse out your conditioner with cool water instead of hot water 6. Dry hair gently with a T-shirt or micro fibre fabric 7. Stop sleeping in your conditioner 8. Don’t comb dry hair. Spray it lightly before detangling 9. Clean your hair tools! 10. Use a thermal protector before using heat on your hair
I am going back to combing dry hair. When I was a kid with natural hair, I braided my hair every single night and my hair grew longer. Getting out shed hairs at least once a week is so important but not discussed much. Shed hairs that stay in your hair cause tangles. If your hair is strong, you should not have breakage. Keeping the sheds hairs out will make combing your hair easier. It's the shed hairs that cause breakage, tangles and matting.
Hey there! I agree and thank you for bringing this to my attention that we don't discuss this often. Removing shed hair absolutely cuts back on breakage due to tangles. I will add this my video list for the month. 💜
@@KarenofCurlHouse ❤❤❤❤ this is my first time here I'm a new subscriber🎉 thank you for such an informative video ❤ I'm commenting here🎉 because she said she's going to go back to combing dry hair? I went back and listen but I thought you said in the video only comb damp? I get my hair blow-dried and straightened so what is your suggestion to use.... I wrap my hair at night and when I wake up.... instead of combing it or brushing it what would you suggest please?❤
@@KatinaLifeCoach4444 so when your hair is stretched from blow drying or twists/braids, you can comb it dry because its stretched, so that's fine. I'm going to create another video clarifying this.
I just succeeded in growing my edges back. I totally embrace the letting the hair breathe in between protective styles. Natural hair is actually hard work tbh
@@KarenofCurlHouse Thank you Ma'am for the encouragement and your sharing of knowledge. Am off to work in my 'breathing hair,' not looking very glamorous but toughing it out🤣
@tulippurple349 even for instance exercising the discipline to pursue a weight loss programme consistently for one's own self can be hard or deciding to give up smoking. One is doing for one's own self and yet it is hard. This being said, my comment falls under the umbrella of purely personal experience and not universality. Therefore your question actually is a non sense (devoid of any meaning) in that what is hard for one person may be a walk in the park for another. In fact, there are sufferers of mental illness who see taking care of themselves as something wrong. So please, if you have no valid point to make, how about maintaining silence? Natural hair is actually very fragile, doing all that needs to be done is hard and tiresome. Which is why many leave in protective styles for too long.
What a public service announcement!!!!!! I am shocked! I’ve been doing everything wrong! Natural for 15 years, with damage and slow growth. Now there’s hope thank you❤
I am guilty of the over protective styling, the towels, and not cleaning hair tools. I just decided to give my hair a forced break from braids. It's hard because I don't like dealing with my hair. I'm taking notes❤
I’ve been natural for almost 14 years and this video was a refreshing reminder of when and how my hair truly grew. Thank you for sharing as I need to go back to these vital tips. Blessings.
@@awillis244 I am more than satisfied with the variety of styles I wear and better yet, with who I am that I can celebrate others and the choices they make for themselves. Have a wonderful evening.
One of the best natural hair videos I’ve watched in a while. I learned so much and starting so many little changes. We just have to be patient. Thank you❤️
Hey Beautiful Karen, could you put this on your list if you have not had a video on women in peri and menopause. Thinning and shedding is what a lot of women encounter. You know 10 points on what should be done for natural hair doing this hormonal change journey. If you can color treat still or use rinses what is best. Thanks for all you do.
First time seeing your video. Please show how to take care of menopausal hair. My hair used to be thick, then I went through menopause and my hair is so thin now 😢.
@@KarenofCurlHouseYes please do a video about hair care while going through menopause!! I am all gray and my hair is extremely dry. I've tried a number of steps that have been suggested in various videos...perhaps I'm not doing something often enough... I don't want to do keratin treatment as has been suggested by my stylist to smooth my hair. My hair is thinning in my crown and I don't think putting chemicals like this is a good idea now. Don't really want to have to go down this route even if my hair and scalp were healthy. Keratin treatments are expensive and the heat needed to get keratin to adhere to my hair is too much. My gray seems to be very sensitive to heat (yellowing).
Thanks for the great tips. Rinsing my conditioner out with cool water has made a big difference. I have a whole house filtration system. Florida has some of the hardest water in the country. I wash my tools in hot water and dawn/bleach after every wash. I'm a little extra. Age has turned me into a germaphobe.
Thank you Jesus for sticking with us through the storms of this life and through the tough times! You are a very present help in times of trouble. We can cast our anxietis on you Lord because You care for us. 🙏 🙏 😅 giving us yo
You look fabulous (as usual), Mrs. Karen.💜 Thank you for sharing these excellent tips/reminders/recommendations! And, keep on radiating that positive energy!! God bless you, sis!!🙏
Thank you so much, Ms. Karen. I've learned some new things on my natural hair routine thanks to you. You've got yourself a new sub. You're beautiful. Keep radiating positive energy.
Thank you! It made so much sense when you explained that washing out the conditioner with hot water is washing all the moisture out. I do that all the time. 😮
Thank you for these tips. I’m so happy that I’ve finally overcome hair loss that led to alopecia cos of some of these bad habits. I’ve shared my journey too on my channel so people can learn. Natural hair is so delicate and we need to know these things 🥰😍
Helpful information since I wore a buzzcut for more than 40 years, then COVID-19 hit..no more trips to my stylist..I have been natural most of my life..had a perm in 1995; colored it red in 2003 for about three years; in 2008, deciding no more color. Now I just braid it every night, fluff it the next day..and just let it grow..
Loved watching your video. I recent went back to natural hair after having a relaxer for over 30 years. Thanks for the suggestions about caring for natural hair.
Girl, where have you been that I'm only now seeing your channel? While watching this video, I immediately subscribed! You had me at using cool water for rinsing out your conditioner and sealing in the moisture into your cuticles, then on cleaning your hair tools. 100% facts! Thanks for the tips. Very good chile!
You are soooooo right for the most part .... but for me i found the cool water rinsing actually ruined my hair made it incredibly dry and resistent to moisturising. It took a couole years to get it back to normal with a warm rinse.
🎉🎉 thanks for the info. I’m the girl who needs to not repeatedly get protective styles. This explains why my stylist recommended And the misting of hair with conditioner n water pre comb is another great top
My former Hair Care Professional Ronnie (RIP) use to rinse my hair with cold water. He stated that it seals the hair shaft. Thank you for my memories. He took great care of my hair. No one since him😞
Thanks for the information! You're absolutely gorgeous by the way!!! I've been natural for some years and it's definitely dry. I am almost confident that I have hard water and it's the reason for my hair feeling so dry and brittle.
Thank you so much for these tips. I’ve been totally natural for 4 years. Most of your tips I’ve been doing but I’ve been combing it out dry. Wow thanks won’t do that again. I’ve been combing out a lot of hair. And your hair is beautiful!
Thank you so much for this hair care video. I needed this reminder as I have been guilty of combing my hair dry, rinsing with warm to hot water. I have even been to shops that rinsed my hair with really warm water. I did it not knowing better, but also hair is thick and it responds to warm water better than cool water. Lastly, I recently left my corn rolls in my hair longer than usual and I paid for it. As you mentioned, my hair was dry, very brittle, tangled really bad, and coming out at the ends. Never again will I do that. I have to wash my hair weekly, or I will have an itchy scalp. Thank you for this video. 😊
Protective aka lazy styles too long called Faux Dreads. Dirt don't make our natural hair to grow. Shower filter is a coil saver also for my sensitive skin.Your Skin is Fabulous :)
You’re So positive and beautiful! I’ve been natural for 10 years and just love it! But sometimes there’s setbacks and these are great reminders. Thanks 😊
Thank you for such an informative video. I now three action points- 1. Rinse with cool water 2. Purchase a Shower Filter and 3. Purchase a Microfibre towel. 🥰
Thank you Karen. I really appreciate your tips. How often would you recommend trimming your ends? I think not enough or too many trims can also be problematic. Thanks again!
Hey Sunny! My general recommendation is 3 - 4x per year. Here's a few videos: ua-cam.com/video/pXpjYzNR1cE/v-deo.html ua-cam.com/video/qz_WsekLV04/v-deo.html
Today was the 1st time I caught you . I found every thing you said very beneficial. Thank you. I have lost the hair on the sides of my head. The dermatologist gave me a cream to use and I saw no progress after 6 wks. My primary care physician will be doing blood work soon to determine if I have some embalance. Hopefully i get an answer soon. My mother, nor my sisters had this problem.
Hi Zerita! Welcome to the Curl House Community! Yes! Many times it may require you to take an internal approach to address hair challenges,. Bloodwork is key! I have several videos on my channel relevant to hairloss, hair growth, etc. Check them out!
it's genetic. if you are blessed with thick hair genes, you don't have to strive for it. my hair is thin, has always been thin. nothing external will make it thick. I have increased my length, but my hair texture is the same. I followed Cathy Howse back in 2010, and over 9 years my hair went from top of ear length to shoulder length, which is long for me. These tips here are true. Wash often, detangle with fingers, deep condition with heat every 3rd wash. I'm natural 4C. thinking of going relaxed again.
Thank you for the helpful tips!! I try to wash my combs and brushes everytime I wash my hair. I also use bottle water at room temperature and a final rinse b/c I have hard water. Misting my hair B4 I detangle is very helpful and reduce pain . I am tender headed.
I appreciate your support Ebony! It amazes me sometimes that I am actually doing what I love to do! I love teaching and sharing my gift with the world! 🥰
How long is too long to wear a wig, especially if I have CCCA and my hair is really broken off? I wash it every two weeks, oil my scalp every 2 to 3 days, and deep condition as well. I'm trying to give my hair a break and not manipulate it too much until it gets healthy again.
Awesome! You switched up your look! Change is good too 💜🙌🏾 I have several vidoes across my channel that will help you to care for your loose natural hair! Enjoy your new look!
@@KarenofCurlHouse you're welcome I can't believe I'm just finding your channel. I just subscribed going to watch the two strand twist video now I definitely need help with that lol
.... The Bible shows that God's months start with the new moon day. However, this is not true on the Gregorian calendar. This is sure proof that the Gregorian calendar is not true time. Genesis 1:14, the sun, moon and stars is the true time that God ordained in the beginning of creation. God do not change. The Sabbath is still calculated by true time, not the Beast's time. The Beast in Daniel 7:25 only can think to change time on paper, for, he can not change true time that sits in the heavens. ................................... Here is how people that are trying to keep the commandment in Genesis 1:14 calculate the Sabbath. We are aware that there is more light to come on this important subject. Some start the new moon day with the dark phase of the moon and some start it with the sliver, the first light that appears on the moon. At this present time, I start the new moon day with the sliver. This is how I do it. Start with the new moon day, that is day 1, the first day on God's months. Then count 6 work days. Then the Sabbath day. This is how the first week looks on God's months. Week 2,3 and 4 is..... 6 work days and then the Sabbath day. When the next new moon day comes around again, this process starts over. There is never, ever, ever 5 weeks on God's months as it is on the famous Gregorian calendar. Neither do any of God's three category of days, the new moon day, the six work days and the Sabbath day, ever overlaps each other as it does on the Gregorian calendar. Another proof of it (Gregory calendar)not being true time. Beloved of The Most High God, I hope this was useful❤️ Ps..... Research "Project 2025" Read the section about the Sabbath. We need to make a wise decision about which calendar we will calculate the Sabbath before or if "The Powers" enforce any type of Sabbath law. Today , there are still Sabbath laws/Sunday blue laws on government books. Ll
See what I know is that we Africans of the diaspora keep promoting Marcus Garvey Social Role Valorization. My Black mother did not teach me nothing about loving my hair as she was a victim of RWS coming out of Clarksdale, MS. She hates her natural hair at 80 something shows the deep level of psychosis from RWS on Black #babyboomers. So now today, I am challenged to love my natural hair and protect my garden as I call it and learned about gardening. Thank you Ms. Karen for this. The motherly wisdom is welcomed infinity Ms. Karen as we African women of the diaspora must do for each other. ❤️🖤💚
I agree as well. I think of my hair as if it were a beautiful flower with delicate petals that deserves to be handled with love and care. This mindset helps me move in a way that honors the hair The Most High gave me..
I wash my comb and brush and hair accessories when I wash my hair. I use the same shampoo I wash my hair with. I soak them with hot water and shampoo. 👍🏼
Hey there, I am about 30% grey on the top and those greys are high porosity now and I can't seem to ever get them conditioned. They're always dry and all broken, how can I start caring for them?
The use of weaves/braiding hair is actually harmful to the hair when braided all the time. If you are just washing and braiding/twisting her natural hair regularly you are fine.
I have a question...there is another licensed cosmetologist/scientist that has UA-cam videos and she says the hair is in its weakest state when it's wet and to only comb the hair when it's dry. I'm so confused with conflicting information. You recommend combing the hair only when damp/wet...as a non cosmetologist how do I know which one is correct? This is no shade to anyone, I'm just wanting to know the correct way to manage my hair. I love your channel by the way💜
Just in case she doesn’t have an opportunity to answer, the best way to detangle your hair is when it’s soaking wet to damp, with some kind of product to aid in the ease of detangling. You can comb your hair dry when it’s stretched. When you comb your hair curly when it’s dry, you’re risking the chance of creating breakage. Especially with finer hair strands. If you think about it, if your strands are coiled or curled upon each other, why would you want to run a dry comb through curls?
I agree. I always detangle with water and a conditioner and an oil and I have less shedded hair than I do doing it on dry hair. I don’t know why a licensed hairdresser would tell you to do that on dry hair
@@ebonywatson9939 me neither! There’s SO MUCH conflicting information nowadays in the natural hair community that it’s almost impossible to determine the best hair care practices. It seems like everybody’s divided in their opinions.
When in doubt, test it out. I think you’ll find that damp/wet is easier, faster and breaks off less hair, but come back and let us know. Wait a week before using either technique so there’s the same amount of shed hair. That way you can see how much breakage the other one causes. And yes, both while curly
For me I detangle on dry hair before I shampoo. The night before washing, I use oil all over my hair and sleep with it over night. The next day before my wash I detangle my hair and the comb just glides through my hair because of the oil. The detangling on wet hair with conditioner does not work for me. I lost more hair that way. Just for reference my hair is fine, coily and high porosity.
Hi Karen, you mentioned not to leave condition in your hair for long. What about LEAVE IN CONDITION. I leave it in my hair until the next wash day. I really love your videos. Thanks
Hey Jen! Thank you for asking for clarification- don’t leave RINSE OUT conditioner in for a long time. Leave in conditioner does not have to be washed out
Do you sell hair products, if so where can I purchase in Toronto, Canada. My hair is extremely coarse and colored. I am now beginning to embrace my grays Help!!!
I saw this video after doing a few of things that you mention after I'd washed,conditioned and also using the towel.I will try to bear the cool water,not using a towel but t-shirt
Always sleep on a silk pillowcase. And a silk hair wrap. Silk has MAJOR benefits to hair and skin. Singapore Airlines provide silk pillow cases for their long haul staff. Cold water is definitely top of list for hair washing. I use shikaki a ancient Indian hair fruit and some other purely natural ingredients they use. I made it myself the night before cleaning my hair. And cocoanut oil WHEN WET for conditioning. I no longer have frizz. I can gob days without afro combing with silk pillowcase.
Hey Ms. Karen. First time here. This was a great video. I have had relaxers for many many years and about 10 months ago I decided to go natural. This is a very hard process. I’ll wash blow dry and straighten my hair and by the time I get to work - the curls have dropped and my hair is a big poof. So what do I do? - I straighten it again! I KNOW that this is ruining my hair. Aside from a protective style I’m not sure what to do. This is very discouraging. I know relaxers are bad but I’m seriously considering going back to a relaxer. What would you suggest?
Hey Sherri! Congratulations on going natural! I know its a big decision, and sometimes not an easy decision. But there are hairstyles that you can try that are non straight. Are you tried finger coils or a wash n go? Or even a twist out? Because the heat will certainly compromise your curl pattern. Also remember why you decided to go natural in the first place -- hopefully this reason will encourage you to keep going. See videos below on styling: ua-cam.com/video/fLQ3-CiZCgI/v-deo.html ua-cam.com/video/GZ_FoAXUGJo/v-deo.html ua-cam.com/video/LipJNMUzXDY/v-deo.html ua-cam.com/users/shorts9Zo3nTyJq30
@@KarenofCurlHouse Thank You ! It is a big decision! No, I haven't tried any of those styles, but I need to do something because flat ironing my hair before work , while at work and then before I leave work ... every day is not good! I need help badly. So I think I heard in one of your videos that you have a salon in DC or Northern Va? I live in Northern Va. If so, please let me know where you are. And Thank you so much for responding and for the information!
Great information! I am doing all these. I have returned natural in 2004 and I have no problems growing my hair. I am recovering from a horrible psoriasis flare up, which I didn’t know I had. I lost hair mostly around my edges, even had a bald spot. It’s growing back now. My question is, what can I do for my scalp, besides taking medication?
For puffs and buns, I have always used satin scrunchies.. and the Puff Cuff. I wash every two weeks. Lower manipulation. Keep it moisturized. I go towards wigs in the winter with plaits or two strand twists under them. Change up a bit, but not too much manipulation. I also have to use products that do not have dark tint to them because I am salt and pepper. Thank you for the tips. Always a satin scarf and a satin pillow case.
Exactly I wear satin crunches all the time they are life/ hair saviors, also I've incorporated scalp exfoliating 1x a month, is that the same as clarifying im not sure must do the research, thanks for sharing 🙏😏👍❤
1. Use satin hair bands
2. Wash your hair regularly
3. Leaving protective styles on for too long
4. Shower
5. Rinse out your conditioner with cool water instead of hot water
6. Dry hair gently with a T-shirt or micro fibre fabric
7. Stop sleeping in your conditioner
8. Don’t comb dry hair. Spray it lightly before detangling
9. Clean your hair tools!
10. Use a thermal protector before using heat on your hair
Thanks!
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4. Using a shower filter if you have hard water.
I am going back to combing dry hair. When I was a kid with natural hair, I braided my hair every single night and my hair grew longer. Getting out shed hairs at least once a week is so important but not discussed much. Shed hairs that stay in your hair cause tangles. If your hair is strong, you should not have breakage. Keeping the sheds hairs out will make combing your hair easier. It's the shed hairs that cause breakage, tangles and matting.
Hey there! I agree and thank you for bringing this to my attention that we don't discuss this often. Removing shed hair absolutely cuts back on breakage due to tangles. I will add this my video list for the month. 💜
@@KarenofCurlHouse ❤❤❤❤
this is my first time here I'm a new subscriber🎉
thank you for such an informative video ❤
I'm commenting here🎉
because she said she's going to go back to combing dry hair?
I went back and listen but I thought you said in the video only comb damp?
I get my hair blow-dried and straightened so what is your suggestion to use....
I wrap my hair at night and when I wake up....
instead of combing it or brushing it what would you suggest please?❤
@@KatinaLifeCoach4444 so when your hair is stretched from blow drying or twists/braids, you can comb it dry because its stretched, so that's fine. I'm going to create another video clarifying this.
Was you hair straightened?
@@celeste821 hey there! Was my hair straightened in general? You can comb hair dry when it’s straightened or blown out, or after a twist out …
I just succeeded in growing my edges back. I totally embrace the letting the hair breathe in between protective styles. Natural hair is actually hard work tbh
Yassssss!!! Awesome! Yes! Take a protective style holiday! Natural hair can certainly be work to maintain but glad you are figuring it out. 🙌🏾
@@KarenofCurlHouse Thank you Ma'am for the encouragement and your sharing of knowledge. Am off to work in my 'breathing hair,' not looking very glamorous but toughing it out🤣
How can taking care of yourself be hard work? I would have thought it would be a pleasure.
@@tulippurple349trust me it's hard work.
@tulippurple349 even for instance exercising the discipline to pursue a weight loss programme consistently for one's own self can be hard or deciding to give up smoking. One is doing for one's own self and yet it is hard.
This being said, my comment falls under the umbrella of purely personal experience and not universality. Therefore your question actually is a non sense (devoid of any meaning) in that what is hard for one person may be a walk in the park for another. In fact, there are sufferers of mental illness who see taking care of themselves as something wrong.
So please, if you have no valid point to make, how about maintaining silence?
Natural hair is actually very fragile, doing all that needs to be done is hard and tiresome. Which is why many leave in protective styles for too long.
What a public service announcement!!!!!! I am shocked! I’ve been doing everything wrong! Natural for 15 years, with damage and slow growth. Now there’s hope thank you❤
You are soo welcome! It’s never too late to make these basic changes!
Lol
I am guilty of the over protective styling, the towels, and not cleaning hair tools. I just decided to give my hair a forced break from braids. It's hard because I don't like dealing with my hair. I'm taking notes❤
I’ve been natural for almost 14 years and this video was a refreshing reminder of when and how my hair truly grew. Thank you for sharing as I need to go back to these vital tips. Blessings.
You are so welcome! 🙌🏾
U need a betta hair style
@@awillis244 I am more than satisfied with the variety of styles I wear and better yet, with who I am that I can celebrate others and the choices they make for themselves. Have a wonderful evening.
@TheGospelSource I love your hairstyle! Classic and beautiful not that you need anyones opinion pr approval. God bless you
I appreciate that the entire video was not you selling your own products- mad respect
One of the best natural hair videos I’ve watched in a while. I learned so much and starting so many little changes. We just have to be patient. Thank you❤️
You are so welcome!!!! Thank you so much!
Agreed!!
Agreed 👍🏽 ❤
May we have a tutorial for this beautiful hairstyle please? I’m begging. This is stunning and so classy.
Sure thing! Here you go…. ua-cam.com/video/GbV9Vf0BPFc/v-deo.htmlsi=suSTAhMXzASpoCGh
Hey Beautiful Karen, could you put this on your list if you have not had a video on women in peri and menopause. Thinning and shedding is what a lot of women encounter. You know 10 points on what should be done for natural hair doing this hormonal change journey. If you can color treat still or use rinses what is best. Thanks for all you do.
I sure will!!! I will put this vidoe on my upcoming line up!
First time seeing your video. Please show how to take care of menopausal hair. My hair used to be thick, then I went through menopause and my hair is so thin now 😢.
@@KarenofCurlHouse thanks a bunch
Please give me,why my hair tangle what causes that.
@@KarenofCurlHouseYes please do a video about hair care while going through menopause!! I am all gray and my hair is extremely dry. I've tried a number of steps that have been suggested in various videos...perhaps I'm not doing something often enough... I don't want to do keratin treatment as has been suggested by my stylist to smooth my hair. My hair is thinning in my crown and I don't think putting chemicals like this is a good idea now. Don't really want to have to go down this route even if my hair and scalp were healthy. Keratin treatments are expensive and the heat needed to get keratin to adhere to my hair is too much. My gray seems to be very sensitive to heat (yellowing).
Thanks for the great tips. Rinsing my conditioner out with cool water has made a big difference. I have a whole house filtration system. Florida has some of the hardest water in the country.
I wash my tools in hot water and dawn/bleach after every wash. I'm a little extra. Age has turned me into a germaphobe.
Seems like you got your wash routine perfect!
Before I wash my hair every week, I use acv and I have noticed the change. I also change my scarf every week💥
Great! I forgot about the scarf being changed as well! That’s a good one!!!!! And I love ACV to clarify the hair and scalp 🙌🏾
What's ACV?
@@ynellwalker71
Apple cider vinegar
Apple cider vinegar
Thank you Jesus for sticking with us through the storms of this life and through the tough times! You are a very present help in times of trouble. We can cast our anxietis on you Lord because You care for us. 🙏 🙏
😅 giving us yo
Amen!!!!!
Puff cuffs are also amazing for puffs. Never gets caught in my hair. Puff is perfect. Try it, you’ll never leave it!
I've been hearing about the puff cuff. Gonna have to get one! Thanks for the suggestion!
You look fabulous (as usual), Mrs. Karen.💜 Thank you for sharing these excellent tips/reminders/recommendations! And, keep on radiating that positive energy!! God bless you, sis!!🙏
Hey Ms Antoinette!!! You noticed the shirt! Yay! A colleague of mine makes them and I absolutely love it!
Thank you so much, Ms. Karen. I've learned some new things on my natural hair routine thanks to you. You've got yourself a new sub. You're beautiful. Keep radiating positive energy.
Yasss!!! Thank you so very much!! I appreciate it 💜
Love her radiant positivity too💚
@@miriamalonso3959 thank you guys!!! 😘
The main takeaway is the rinse in cold water, thsnks😊
You got it! 🙌🏾
As l sit here with a elastic band in my hair..😮 thanks!
Haha! You got the knowledge now 🙌🏾
Thank you! It made so much sense when you explained that washing out the conditioner with hot water is washing all the moisture out. I do that all the time. 😮
Yay! So glad it was helpful!
Thank you for these tips, as someone with gray strands, your videos are super helpful. 😊
You are so welcome!
Thank you for these tips. I’m so happy that I’ve finally overcome hair loss that led to alopecia cos of some of these bad habits. I’ve shared my journey too on my channel so people can learn. Natural hair is so delicate and we need to know these things 🥰😍
THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR SHARING! Headed over to page! Love to hear about restoration journeys! That's awesome!
Helpful information since I wore a buzzcut for more than 40 years, then COVID-19 hit..no more trips to my stylist..I have been natural most of my life..had a perm in 1995; colored it red in 2003 for about three years; in 2008, deciding no more color. Now I just braid it every night, fluff it the next day..and just let it grow..
been natural since 71'. thankful to have found this conversation. love learning about new techniques, products, thoughts. glad to see y'all!
Oh yay! You’re a lifelong learner like me!! Glad you enjoyed the video!
Loved watching your video. I recent went back to natural hair after having a relaxer for over 30 years. Thanks for the suggestions about caring for natural hair.
You are so welcome! Enjoy your natural hair journey 💜🙌🏾
Girl, where have you been that I'm only now seeing your channel? While watching this video, I immediately subscribed! You had me at using cool water for rinsing out your conditioner and sealing in the moisture into your cuticles, then on cleaning your hair tools. 100% facts! Thanks for the tips. Very good chile!
😂😂😂 I feel like I’m listening to my BFF!!!! Thanks for subbing!
Same sistah! You’re welcome 💞
As a newbie to the natural hair world, your tips and advice are greatly appreciated!!! Thank you so much!
Fabulous!! Thank you so much! Enjoy your journey!
I wear wigs with a wig cap underneath & I remove them daily after work
Yep! That’s awesome! Protecting the hairline!!
You are soooooo right for the most part .... but for me i found the cool water rinsing actually ruined my hair made it incredibly dry and resistent to moisturising. It took a couole years to get it back to normal with a warm rinse.
Curl house is the truth,my hair is finally gaining hang time😊😊❤
Yassss! Awesome!!
She's right .. I've been dry brushing and my hair has been coming out like crazy! Thank you ma'am
You are very welcome!
🎉🎉 thanks for the info. I’m the girl who needs to not repeatedly get protective styles. This explains why my stylist recommended And the misting of hair with conditioner n water pre comb is another great top
Glad it was helpful!! Fabulous!! Protective Style Holidays are always recommended 😘
You really informed about the cold water,I notice the difference immediately.Thanks
Fabulous!!! So glad it was helpful 🙌🏾
My former Hair Care Professional Ronnie (RIP) use to rinse my hair with cold water. He stated that it seals the hair shaft. Thank you for my memories. He took great care of my hair. No one since him😞
Thanks for the information! You're absolutely gorgeous by the way!!! I've been natural for some years and it's definitely dry. I am almost confident that I have hard water and it's the reason for my hair feeling so dry and brittle.
Thank you so much!! Yes! Your water may be the culprit! Here’s a video about it: ua-cam.com/video/gWBFJR96rmk/v-deo.htmlsi=l_AVJbVjEjG-YuP5
Honey You are 100% correct! I follow your principles!
Yay!! Fabulous!!!
Thank you for this video! I love the Puff Cuff instead of elastic bands. They are great and black owned.
I’ve gotta check out the puff cuff? I’ve heard so many great things about them!
I love the puff cuff
Thank you so much for these tips. I’ve been totally natural for 4 years. Most of your tips I’ve been doing but I’ve been combing it out dry. Wow thanks won’t do that again. I’ve been combing out a lot of hair. And your hair is beautiful!
Thank you so much for this hair care video. I needed this reminder as I have been guilty of combing my hair dry, rinsing with warm to hot water. I have even been to shops that rinsed my hair with really warm water. I did it not knowing better, but also hair is thick and it responds to warm water better than cool water. Lastly, I recently left my corn rolls in my hair longer than usual and I paid for it. As you mentioned, my hair was dry, very brittle, tangled really bad, and coming out at the ends. Never again will I do that. I have to wash my hair weekly, or I will have an itchy scalp. Thank you for this video. 😊
Protective aka lazy styles too long called Faux Dreads. Dirt don't make our natural hair to grow. Shower filter is a coil saver also for my sensitive skin.Your Skin is Fabulous :)
Thank you Binky! I appreciate it! Yes. I agree! Dirt certainly doesn't make your hair grow! LOL!
Truth. I’ve heard people say afro hair grows best when it’s dirty which is such a crazy mindset
You’re So positive and beautiful! I’ve been natural for 10 years and just love it! But sometimes there’s setbacks and these are great reminders. Thanks 😊
Yay! You are so welcome!! Thank you for your feedback! I appreciate it 💜
About warm water and conditioner, there are hair products that instruct us to rinse the conditioner out with warm water.
Hey there! If the product label says use warm water -- USE IT! I don't disagree with the product label. lol!
Never had a protective style or shower filter.
And I know your hair is fabulous! I didn’t start using a shower filter until last year when my hair broke off from my changing water
You have the BEST natural hair i have seen. Ever!
Yassss 👏 👏 👏 THANK YOU SO MUCH!
Oh wow! This is a very informative video! I have to be honest, so many of these simple things I never even thought about. Thanks for sharing
You are welcome! 💜🙌🏾
Appreciate the tip on using cool water when rinsing conditioner. Thank you~
You are welcome!
I remember a white classmate in high school saying she rinsed in cool water. Her hair was thick and long down her back.
Thank you SO MUCH for this very informative video on how to protect our natural hair!
You are so very welcome!!! So glad you enjoyed it!
I just happenstanced across this video. This information is very useful. Thank you so much. I so appreciate it.
Thank you so much. I've learned a lot from this video. And will follow these instructions for near future. Thank you again for sharing ❤
Thank you for such an informative video. I now three action points- 1. Rinse with cool water 2. Purchase a Shower Filter and 3. Purchase a Microfibre towel. 🥰
Yes You got it!!
Thank you Karen. I really appreciate your tips. How often would you recommend trimming your ends? I think not enough or too many trims can also be problematic. Thanks again!
Hey Sunny! My general recommendation is 3 - 4x per year. Here's a few videos: ua-cam.com/video/pXpjYzNR1cE/v-deo.html
ua-cam.com/video/qz_WsekLV04/v-deo.html
I’m so glad I found your channel you’re such a positive burst 💥 of information and energy
Thank you so very much!! 💜
Very informative video. Learned a lot. Thank you.
Yay! Thanks!
Today was the 1st time I caught you . I found every thing you said very beneficial. Thank you. I have lost the hair on the sides of my head. The dermatologist gave me a cream to use and I saw no progress after 6 wks. My primary care physician will be doing blood work soon to determine if I have some embalance. Hopefully i get an answer soon. My mother, nor my sisters had this problem.
Hi Zerita! Welcome to the Curl House Community! Yes! Many times it may require you to take an internal approach to address hair challenges,. Bloodwork is key! I have several videos on my channel relevant to hairloss, hair growth, etc. Check them out!
I love this. I will certainly practice these steps. Recently decided to go natural. Thanks fabulous Karen.
You are so welcome! Congratulations 🎉
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it's genetic. if you are blessed with thick hair genes, you don't have to strive for it. my hair is thin, has always been thin. nothing external will make it thick. I have increased my length, but my hair texture is the same. I followed Cathy Howse back in 2010, and over 9 years my hair went from top of ear length to shoulder length, which is long for me. These tips here are true. Wash often, detangle with fingers, deep condition with heat every 3rd wash. I'm natural 4C. thinking of going relaxed again.
Thank you for the helpful tips!! I try to wash my combs and brushes everytime I wash my hair. I also use bottle water at room temperature and a final rinse b/c I have hard water. Misting my hair B4 I detangle is very helpful and reduce pain . I am tender headed.
Thanks Karen. Great tips as always. And also as always, you look gorgeous! 😊
Thank you Gorgeous!
@@KarenofCurlHouse ♥️😊
Thank you Karen. Changing to scrunchees immediately
Yay! Fabulous!!!
....I don't even know how I got here, but this woman is absolutely GORG!!!
Thank you 🙏 🙌🏾💜
Thanks so much for putting all that valuable information in one video. You are exceptional.
You are so welcome! I appreciate your encouragement!
You are the top fav hair UA-camr that I follow and I pass your videos on to my friends and family. Thank you❤❤❤❤❤
I appreciate your support Ebony! It amazes me sometimes that I am actually doing what I love to do! I love teaching and sharing my gift with the world! 🥰
@@KarenofCurlHouse well your very good at it
How long is too long to wear a wig, especially if I have CCCA and my hair is really broken off? I wash it every two weeks, oil my scalp every 2 to 3 days, and deep condition as well. I'm trying to give my hair a break and not manipulate it too much until it gets healthy again.
I put my moisturizer in my water bottle and my hair feels so moist and good. I cant wait to see how my bantu knot out comes out tomorrow.
@@adriennesmart8094 fabulous!!!!!!
Thank you so much for this information. I have been natural for years and am shocked at what I am doing wrong. Thank you again!
You are so welcome! Its NEVER too late to make changes!
Thanks for these tips. I don't know how to style my natural hair so I always wear a protective style. Do you have videos on hair styles?
Very informative video! I wore natural locs for 22 years and recently did a big chop! Learning to properly take care of my TWA.
Awesome! You switched up your look! Change is good too 💜🙌🏾 I have several vidoes across my channel that will help you to care for your loose natural hair! Enjoy your new look!
Mercy. So much work. Now I unerstand why women, as they get older, they cut their hair off.
Thank you for these suggestions. I heard at least two things I need to change.
Yay! It’s the little changes that make a BIG DIFFERENCE!
you’re so beautiful. the skin,the hair,clothes,presentation-everything 💜💛
Thank you so much!! 💜🙌🏾
Yes she is gorgeous love her hair 😍
@@glendaneblett8449 thank you ladies! I appreciate the love 💜
@@KarenofCurlHouse you're welcome I can't believe I'm just finding your channel. I just subscribed going to watch the two strand twist video now I definitely need help with that lol
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The Bible shows that God's months start with the new moon day.
However, this is not true on the Gregorian calendar. This is sure proof that the Gregorian calendar is not true time.
Genesis 1:14, the sun, moon and stars is the true time that God ordained in the beginning of creation.
God do not change. The Sabbath is still calculated by true time, not the Beast's time.
The Beast in Daniel 7:25 only can think to change time on paper, for, he can not change true time that sits in the heavens.
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Here is how people that are trying to keep the commandment in Genesis 1:14 calculate the Sabbath. We are aware that there is more light to come on this important subject.
Some start the new moon day with the dark phase of the moon and some start it with the sliver, the first light that appears on the moon.
At this present time, I start the new moon day with the sliver. This is how I do it.
Start with the new moon day, that is day 1, the first day on God's months.
Then count 6 work days.
Then the Sabbath day. This is how the first week looks on God's months.
Week 2,3 and 4 is.....
6 work days and then the Sabbath day.
When the next new moon day comes around again, this process starts over.
There is never, ever, ever 5 weeks on God's months as it is on the famous Gregorian calendar.
Neither do any of God's three category of days, the new moon day, the six work days and the Sabbath day, ever overlaps each other as it does on the Gregorian calendar.
Another proof of it (Gregory calendar)not being true time.
Beloved of The Most High God, I hope this was useful❤️
Ps..... Research "Project 2025" Read the section about the Sabbath. We need to make a wise decision about which calendar we will calculate the Sabbath before or if "The Powers" enforce any type of Sabbath law. Today , there are still Sabbath laws/Sunday blue laws on government books. Ll
Thank youuuu for the lock sock suggestion! I need to try it as an alternative to hair ties!
Yes!!!! Give it a try! Here's a link to purchase: soclocsoc.com/
Thank you so much for the great advice on how to care for natural hair.💯
You are so welcome 💜
See what I know is that we Africans of the diaspora keep promoting Marcus Garvey Social Role Valorization. My Black mother did not teach me nothing about loving my hair as she was a victim of RWS coming out of Clarksdale, MS. She hates her natural hair at 80 something shows the deep level of psychosis from RWS on Black #babyboomers.
So now today, I am challenged to love my natural hair and protect my garden as I call it and learned about gardening. Thank you Ms. Karen for this. The motherly wisdom is welcomed infinity Ms. Karen as we African women of the diaspora must do for each other. ❤️🖤💚
I agree.
I agree as well. I think of my hair as if it were a beautiful flower with delicate petals that deserves to be handled with love and care. This mindset helps me move in a way that honors the hair The Most High gave me..
Thank 10000 times for the hair care education; now, I will modify my regimen 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉❤
You are VERY WELCOME! 💜
I wash my comb and brush and hair accessories when I wash my hair. I use the same shampoo I wash my hair with. I soak them with hot water and shampoo. 👍🏼
I just use l dish detergent. My mom use to rinse my hair with cold water, I heard it makes hair shiny as well.
Hey there, I am about 30% grey on the top and those greys are high porosity now and I can't seem to ever get them conditioned. They're always dry and all broken, how can I start caring for them?
Hey there! Check out my latest released video: ua-cam.com/video/mT4zrQS8BYM/v-deo.htmlsi=FZAmtQSiZl4x5ZzR
I've never left my daughter's hair open not braided or in a protective style, I find it very hard to maintain open
The use of weaves/braiding hair is actually harmful to the hair when braided all the time. If you are just washing and braiding/twisting her natural hair regularly you are fine.
Just shinning and glowing, you are beautiful and thank you for all the info, I must be getting it right after all these years of trying.😊
Amen! Awesome! Thank you so much and have fun 🤩
I have a question...there is another licensed cosmetologist/scientist that has UA-cam videos and she says the hair is in its weakest state when it's wet and to only comb the hair when it's dry. I'm so confused with conflicting information. You recommend combing the hair only when damp/wet...as a non cosmetologist how do I know which one is correct? This is no shade to anyone, I'm just wanting to know the correct way to manage my hair. I love your channel by the way💜
Just in case she doesn’t have an opportunity to answer, the best way to detangle your hair is when it’s soaking wet to damp, with some kind of product to aid in the ease of detangling. You can comb your hair dry when it’s stretched. When you comb your hair curly when it’s dry, you’re risking the chance of creating breakage. Especially with finer hair strands. If you think about it, if your strands are coiled or curled upon each other, why would you want to run a dry comb through curls?
I agree. I always detangle with water and a conditioner and an oil and I have less shedded hair than I do doing it on dry hair. I don’t know why a licensed hairdresser would tell you to do that on dry hair
@@ebonywatson9939 me neither! There’s SO MUCH conflicting information nowadays in the natural hair community that it’s almost impossible to determine the best hair care practices. It seems like everybody’s divided in their opinions.
When in doubt, test it out.
I think you’ll find that damp/wet is easier, faster and breaks off less hair, but come back and let us know. Wait a week before using either technique so there’s the same amount of shed hair. That way you can see how much breakage the other one causes. And yes, both while curly
For me I detangle on dry hair before I shampoo. The night before washing, I use oil all over my hair and sleep with it over night. The next day before my wash I detangle my hair and the comb just glides through my hair because of the oil. The detangling on wet hair with conditioner does not work for me. I lost more hair that way. Just for reference my hair is fine, coily and high porosity.
So much learning, am glad i stoped by . Thanks a million!
So glad you too!! Thanks for watching!
@@KarenofCurlHouse -u r welcome dear!
Love this channel!-subscribed! As a Latina w curls benefiting from your expertise! Appreciate your great personality too. Gracias 💚
Hey there! Thank you so much! Welcome to the Curl House Community 💜
Hi ma’am, can you teach us on how to condition our hair please?
Hey Rose! Here's a video I did on my wash day routine which includes conditioning: ua-cam.com/video/XMC_kQgcXtk/v-deo.html
Hi Karen, you mentioned not to leave condition in your hair for long. What about LEAVE IN CONDITION.
I leave it in my hair until the next wash day.
I really love your videos.
Thanks
Hey Jen! Thank you for asking for clarification- don’t leave RINSE OUT conditioner in for a long time. Leave in conditioner does not have to be washed out
Girl,I love your lipstick. You look A-MA-ZING.
Oh thank you! I'm a MAC girl!
Thanks for the satin hair bands and washing the tools. I will look for a shower filter as I am sure I live in a hard water area.
You are so welcome! 🙏🏽
Do you sell hair products, if so where can I purchase in Toronto, Canada. My hair is extremely coarse and colored. I am now beginning to embrace my grays
Help!!!
@annlambert3288, Yes she does have her own hair product line. Check in the description box for information.
What shampoo would you recommend ? Every shampoo that I have used breaks my hair off.
Do you know your hair porosity? It could help in determining what type of shampoo is best. Also read the labels.
I have low porosity hair.
I saw this video after doing a few of things that you mention after I'd washed,conditioned and also using the towel.I will try to bear the cool water,not using a towel but t-shirt
A t shirt works too! 🙌🏾
Always sleep on a silk pillowcase. And a silk hair wrap. Silk has MAJOR benefits to hair and skin.
Singapore Airlines provide silk pillow cases for their long haul staff.
Cold water is definitely top of list for hair washing.
I use shikaki a ancient Indian hair fruit and some other purely natural ingredients they use. I made it myself the night before cleaning my hair. And cocoanut oil WHEN WET for conditioning.
I no longer have frizz. I can gob days without afro combing with silk pillowcase.
As always, you look vibrant❤. Great tips.
Thank you so much!!!
Thank you Mrs Karen
Hey Ms. Karen. First time here. This was a great video. I have had relaxers for many many years and about 10 months ago I decided to go natural. This is a very hard process. I’ll wash blow dry and straighten my hair and by the time I get to work - the curls have dropped and my hair is a big poof. So what do I do? - I straighten it again! I KNOW that this is ruining my hair. Aside from a protective style I’m not sure what to do. This is very discouraging. I know relaxers are bad but I’m seriously considering going back to a relaxer. What would you suggest?
Hey Sherri! Congratulations on going natural! I know its a big decision, and sometimes not an easy decision. But there are hairstyles that you can try that are non straight. Are you tried finger coils or a wash n go? Or even a twist out? Because the heat will certainly compromise your curl pattern. Also remember why you decided to go natural in the first place -- hopefully this reason will encourage you to keep going. See videos below on styling:
ua-cam.com/video/fLQ3-CiZCgI/v-deo.html
ua-cam.com/video/GZ_FoAXUGJo/v-deo.html
ua-cam.com/video/LipJNMUzXDY/v-deo.html
ua-cam.com/users/shorts9Zo3nTyJq30
@@KarenofCurlHouse Thank You ! It is a big decision! No, I haven't tried any of those styles, but I need to do something because flat ironing my hair before work , while at work and then before I leave work ... every day is not good! I need help badly. So I think I heard in one of your videos that you have a salon in DC or Northern Va? I live in Northern Va. If so, please let me know where you are. And Thank you so much for responding and for the information!
Excellent information. Thank You
Great information! I am doing all these. I have returned natural in 2004 and I have no problems growing my hair.
I am recovering from a horrible psoriasis flare up, which I didn’t know I had. I lost hair mostly around my edges, even had a bald spot. It’s growing back now. My question is, what can I do for my scalp, besides taking medication?
For puffs and buns, I have always used satin scrunchies.. and the Puff Cuff. I wash every two weeks. Lower manipulation. Keep it moisturized. I go towards wigs in the winter with plaits or two strand twists under them. Change up a bit, but not too much manipulation. I also have to use products that do not have dark tint to them because I am salt and pepper. Thank you for the tips. Always a satin scarf and a satin pillow case.
Fabulous! Seems like you have a fabulous treatment plan! I’m gonna have to try the puff cuff?
Great video! I'll definitely be adhering to your tips! Thank you 😊
Yay! Fabulous!!
Exactly I wear satin crunches all the time they are life/ hair saviors, also I've incorporated scalp exfoliating 1x a month, is that the same as clarifying im not sure must do the research, thanks for sharing 🙏😏👍❤
Love your grays makes me want to like mine more. Its just so stubborn and dry as it grows in.
What about detangling when you’re taking your hair out of box braids does your hair still need to be damp when you’re removing each braid to detangle?
This was excellent advice. Thankfully, I already practice a lot of these habits, but you definitely provided valuable tips in other areas. Thank you!
You are very welcome 🤗
Great knowledge bless you for sharing
I appreciate it 💜🙌🏾
Hi I'm new to your channel and a love it.,learn a lot.
Can you do live videos?
Love love love love 😍 ✌️
Hey there! Thank you so much! You can certainly expect more lives during the holiday seasons … any topics of interest to you?