Thank you for the incredible response to this video. If you have ANY questions regarding my routine or any hair concerns, leave a comment below and I will address them in subsequent videos. Let's grow LONG AND HEALTHY 4C hair! xo
This has helped me so much because I don't think I have been consistent with my routine and haven't paid enough attention to my hair. So every week are you doing the exact same things step by step or do you sometimes skip ahead to deep conditioner or just a co-wash?
It depends on your hair type. Do you need protein? Is your hair feeling really “mushy” and too elastic? If so, then I would recommend doing a protein treatment.
I grew up feeling ashamed of my real 4c hair but ever since going natural I realize that A) It is cheaper B) A sign of confidence. Let’s flaunt it because our hair is our crown, it is beautiful. Where are my 4c hair girls at ? 🙌🏾🙌🏽🙌🏿
Let me tell you, my 4c girls have been showing OUT lately. I remember back when on YT it felt like it was so hard to find other girls whose hair looked like mine. Who had a routine I could follow. Not anymore baby! Great video, girl.
I have to admit, I feel a bit lost and people be like pre-poo and LOC while I'm still learning that I'm a 4c. I don't even know what is deep conditioning and how is it different from using a normal conditioner?
@@laurasibiya4385 a normal conditioner will just be called a conditioner. It stays in your hair for a few minutes and then you rinse it out. A deep conditioner is usually literally called "deep conditioner'" or "masque". You leave it in your hair for like an hour or even overnight, then rinse it out. It provides more hydration to hair and usually helps stengthen it. You can use normal conditioner pretty often but deep conditioners usually need to have more time between each use (like a few weeks or once a month or more).
@@laurasibiya4385 just be patient with yourself. As with anything practice makes perfect. It will take trial and error and actual practice to figure out what you like did what your hair best responds to
I have been natural since 2010 and I still don’t understand My hair. It stays dry and I don’t think I know how to properly deep condition. Nor have I had any luck retaining length. Therefore I would love to see how it’s done along with products. But I love how moisturized and soft your hair looks.
Disrespectful with a capital D! My hair looks so short in it's afro state. But when I stretch my hair it goes to my shoulder. I'm gonna try banding on my next wash day
perfectlycreated28 I done the big chop 3 weeks ago as I figured now with working from home and social distancing I can try new things while I’m at home without any comments from work mates. And I can try going natural. I’d been transitioning but it was getting harder as my natural hair was getting longer.
@@perfectlycreated28 I just can't 😭😭😭😭, I'm just scared because I still haven't figured out which products work best for my hair, so I'm afraid if I cut I'll still put something in it that won't work and still make it harder and harder and harder 😭😭😭😭
Now that we are all shut in our homes I like the fact I can just let my hair be. I plan on wear a bushy full fro this Hoilday Season. A full crown of fluffy beautiful locks.
I loc’d my hear about 6 years ago because I had so much trouble learning to care for it and there weren’t many popular hair girls that actually had my hair type. I combed out my locals around a month ago to give my coils a second chance and it is so much easier now thanks to content like this. I cannot tell you how much I appreciate your content. Thank you so much
Girl ive been practicing. Its still wonky. But every time you do it youll get better i promise. Im determined to leatn how to do different styles because i want to be ready when its super long. Speaking it into existence!
@@JennJackson Yes please! Especially a tutorial showing how you place your hands and fingers when twisting straight back. Almost all tutorials never show this which is actually the one most of us need lol. Thanks in advance ☺
I would like to add a few constructive comments: I don’t think your hair is naturally dry. I think you should spend more time saturating your hair with ALOT more water before cleansing. You should notice your hair looking substantially longer and stays long/stretched when it has received all the moisture (water) it can. If your hair strands are not taking in the water this means the cuticles are not opening up thus not allowing moisture to get in which means your conditioner is just sitting on top and will not be effective. Because you like to use oil for pre- poo, think about incorporating a moisturizing shampoo in your routine. Really massaging the shampoo into your hair strands. Shampoo helps lift the cuticles. The use of oils may be causing your hair to not receive the moisture it needs.
Yes! Type 4 hair needs constant conditioning and hydration! These oils do nothing but clog pores on the scalp! Oils should only be applied to ends of the hair, as sebum from the scalp is harder to reach the ends of type 4 hair.
Dawn’staste i agree. People often don’t realize that oils are deeply drying. I use oils on my hair daily, but I always make sure my hair is wet when using them. Also, I found that putting conditioner on my drenched hair and then adding more conditioner and water halfway through showering makes it more hydrated. Actually, my dermatologist told me to add water to my conditioned hair halfway through the shower. Super pro-tip that had a huge impact.
Yeah. I learned about pre poo and tried it, but every time I did it our tried the LOC method, my hair would end up dry and oily. I wasn't sure if it was the type of oil I used or if it was becauae I used oil at all. I decided to skip the oil. I have a routine now where I just wash my hair, deep condition with regular conditioner or a maske with rice water, rinse that out and I wet my hair with water, put petroleum jelly on it, and then put some curl activator cream on it. My hair becomes soft. I used to just put petroleum jelly on it with water when I learned that my mom used to use it on my hair, but when I started using the cream, my hair was extra soft. I usually just do twists or braids and that's it. Quick, simple, no crazy products. I just realized that petroleum jelly is like oil. Oops, but I guess it's the oil thay works for me. Everyone has different hair and what works for one person may not work for the next. Bit it's always ALWAYS important to moisturize and take care of your hair. Keep it healthy, whether it's short or long. Health is what we need to focus on first. I don't have 4c hair. I think I have a mix. Idk. But, our natural hair is beautiful and we need to treat it like our bodies: like a temple.
fanatsywriter 12345 I would think that using petroleum jelly is kind of damaging, if you aren’t regularly using a sulfate shampoo. There are plenty of oils that act like petroleum jelly, but allow your hair to breathe, and also add beneficial nutrients. Petroleum jelly is occlusive, and it adds nothing whatsoever. Even a nice herbal pomade would do the same thing and also give you the added nurturing benefits. There are some really well-formulates pomades around, with an oil base, maybe a mango butter or something for the base that would step things up a notch. But I wouldn’t use petroleum jelly and curl activator unless I washed my hair at least every other day with a sulfate shampoo that can get that stuff off of your hair completely. You are blocking our moisture just as much as you are sealing it in otherwise. And the buildup.
I love how your hair is healthy and thick ! There is a lot of growth. We have a similar hair routine but I detangle before putting the deep conditioner.
This inspired me to take more time for my hair. I've avoided pre-pooing but, I think I'm going to start to now. Thanks for the awesome vid! UPDATE: I cannot thank you enough! My hair feels AMAZING (soft and hydrated) because I pre-poo’d! This will now be apart of my regimen!! I’m so happy rn!!
Thanks for this and thanks for getting straight to the point! A lot of these videos I end up skipping because 5 minutes in they are still talking in circles and rambling
Omg i remember watching your video when you shaved your head over and over just to confirm that doing a big chop was what i wanted . I can’t believe how your hair has grown since then . Please continue to doc videos like this one i love it and it’s extremely inspiring . It’ll be 2yrs for me this September
This is probably the most helpful video I've ever seen for growth. I usually see videos about "miracle products" or how I'm doing everything wrong. This video makes the hair journey 10 times more approachable. I watch some videos and feel like fine I'll just be bald-headed then, but this video makes me feel like I can do this even with my 4C. Thank you :)
I most say i haven't seen any UA-camr so honest and detailed about hair care regime, with out talking about a particularly hair care brand. You are simply the best. I will try it and come give update.
Been with my lover for about 4 years now and I'm now starting to try and help them take care of their hair, so I can not thank you enough for helping me learn how to do it properly!
Thanks for being realistic with 3 years of growth!! My hair is a similar length to you after 3 years so I appreciate u! I was beginning to feel discouraged about my hair length. Great video
I am a girl with boring 1A hair with absolutely no volume but I am so fascinated by 4X hair, I love to look at it and I want to assure you whoever is self-conscious of that hairtype, don't be! I am watching youtubevideos with 4c haired women because I find so beautiful. It looks astounding and you all can be very proud of it! :-*
Ohhhhh my gosh those mini twists are sooooooo bomb on you!! You would look really nice with some sisterlocs also. My hair always fails with mini twists🤦🏾♀️
This just made me feel better about my hair. My hair is coming up on 3 years later this year, we are about the same length. Prior I always felt like it wasnt good enough but I just realized I am doing ok. I am still not happy about my shedding and breakage rates but I guess I can be happy with how much length I have retained.
Hello Jenn. Thank you so much for making this video. I feel like I've finally found a role model on youtube and my hair can finally grow now. I'm Nigerian and I have very thick 4c hair and most times, I feel downcast because I put in so much and yet achieve very little but seeing your hair, those fears are all gone💝
This video was everything that I needed immediately, inspiring, encouraging and more! Thank you so much!! #NewSubbie A few of my take-aways are: 1. Pre-Poo 2. Deep Condition 3. A confirmation that what worked on my shorter hair will not work on my longer hair. 4. Detangling with fingers and low manipulation styles. 5. SECTION MY HAIR! Thank you, thank you!
Lived my whole life insecure of my “hair”. Had my first perm at 1 so what can I say? This makes me want to give my dry tumbleweed the time of day. Thank you ❤️
@@TZ2nd one??? Omgosh. I thought my mom was trippin when she got my hair permed at 6. But yeah I feel you on the insecure part...I am tired of fighting with my hair texture and decided to transition. My last perm was in January 2020. Usually around 3 months post I start getting the "when are you getting a retouch,your roots look so nappy" from relatives but now im just gonna suck it up and let my 4c hair grow out.
Enn Vee it’s the inevitable stage... the awkward stage. We’ve all had one, some can make it work with manipulation, others just have to soldier it out. I’m in the “growing out twa” phase. You don’t know how many times I’ve woken up and wanted to chop it all back off. But I’m riding it out!
ONE?! I don't think I've ever heard of someone relaxing their hair so young, I think the youngest was 4 and I thought that was bad. Definitely do embrace your hair, look after it and it will repay you the favour by flourishing ❤
I just started doing this routine about a month ago and noticed a difference. I work out alot so I try to find styles that can stay and I have to pin up my hair for work. Going to try the twist to the back. Your hair looks great!
Thank you! I work out too so some styles don't last long for me but i still stretch them during the week. Glad this routine is beneficial to your hair. x
Jenn!! I didn't know you had a UA-cam channel. You probably don't remember me from Uni but that's okay lol. I really enjoyed this video as I have 4C hair (big chop status). Thanks for the tips honestly. I just subscribed and will definitely watch more of your videos!
The reason I clicked on this video was because of the title and for tips but instead I find myself starring at your beauty. Nice tone and thank you for this video cause I had to rewatch in order to pay attention to what may benefit the health of my hair🙈🙈🙈🙈
I'm currently trying to learn how to take care of my own hair cause my mom told me I'm old enough to do it myself now, and this was suuupperrrrr helpful. Tysm!! ❤️
This video is so well put together and edited! Thanks for sharing your routine. I would love to know tips on finding a moisturizer. What are your current top picks? And what steps did you take to figure out what worked for you?
I really appreciate this video because i have 4c hair..i use to get discrimination from family and friends saying oh my hair is not pretty my hair is dry ..forcing me to put chemical in my hair..but am going back natural now am going to definitely use this method
I'm viewing your channel today for the first time. I love how you break things down. Thanks for sharing your hair routine. Looking forward for more tutorials!
I’ve always hair the coiliest hair type. I got called nappy headed and gross for putting oils in my hair. By my some of my white friends growing up. I’m 26 now and ready to grow these “naps.” Our hair is incredibly beautiful. It’s time we realize that. It’s time. It’s work. It’s money. It’s literally blood sweat and tears. But again it’s BEAUTIFUL. And no one else can grow that same magic. Thanks to you I’m on my way.
Wow that was awesome! Clean and professionally done! Love your hair styles, I try to copy some on my own hair. I would love to see what type of hydrating products you use. I've just realized that most of my products are protein based. Hence my very dry and snapping hairstrands
This is my routine too. However I wash my hair every other week. But I do remoisturize weekly using the LOC method. I don’t use conditioners either.. waste of time.. just go straight to deep conditioning. Great video. TFS!
1st off, you are a black beauty! girl, thank you yes on the whole product thing, I just sick of peoples promos and you-better-use-this-for X hair. but yea, I'm so glad to see more women talking frankly about their 4c beautiful God-given hair. I'm gonna follow this routine cuz I know my hair will grow, I just don't care for it appropriately. #lazy #busy
For 8 years I have always started my routine by detangling my hair with Apple cider vinegar and water mixture, but I think I'm going to try the prepoo with oils. The thought of washing all those good oils out my hair is a little hard for me to grasp but I'll give it a try. Also I like how you keep your hair stretched during each routine, that should eliminate single strand knots.
I did the same years ago as well but I find the oils to be more moisturizing. I totally get washing the oils out, so that's why I use a simple oil like almond oil. Good luck and let me know how it goes! x
Beautiful!, had the same type of hair for a while but got frustrated at how quickly the "growth" would show when i had my hair braided making the styles that took 4 hours to do last only 2 weeks so I quit. This video takes me back to those days 😍. Sending much love you all my 4c girls your hair is beautiful keep at it 😘
Yes, finally 4c, that's exactly how I wash my hair. My hair type is exactly the same. Finally someone with the same hair type& actually 4c. Finally someone I 'm comfortable. I spent 6 months following someone just to find out they were 4a/4b. Thank you !
EXCELLENT VIDEO SIS!! Top notch! Thank you 🙏🏾 I just took out my locs of 7 years and I’m relearning how to care for my loose natural hair. You’ve given me HOPE.
Girls,she's right! Since I started pre pooing my hair and deep conditioning, it has improved! I normally use aloe fresh plant,castor oil,argan oil and any other available oils,cover it for as long as I can,wash, deep condition, rinse out condition! To style, I use a leave in conditioner spray,then add some oil and lotion,and plait it! I let it air dry and then I use electric comb to dry and straighten my hair! 😁 I shared my own tip too Thanks for your infos❤❤❤❤
I would suggest a prepoo with a leave in conditioner along with an oil. It softens the hair by the morning before your wash routine. After shampooing I would suggest condition and detangle with a moisturizing conditioner rinse then deep condition. Hope this helps some one if still struggling.
This was my case...till I started detangling + pre-poo before washing, washing in twists and depp conditioning every 3-4 weeks, my 4c curls are defined now and super super soft. I'm still in awe
Try Ethiopian hair butter called Shuruba by shuruba.com! I'm ordering next month because I heard really good things about it for preepoo hydration, moisture and detangling!
Merilynda Phiri I had the tangles till my scalp hurt from combing. I got rid of that by changing how I wash my hair in the shower. No more bend over and keep my hair in one direction. I also sectioned and I make sure to hold each section downward. After a while I didn’t need to. My sister plaits her hair in the shower then styles later.
The Mielle Pomegranate and Honey line (shampoo, instant conditioner, leave-in conditioner, styling product, and almond mint oil) moisturizes my hair when I do not deep condition...I agree that pre-pooing really cuts down on tangles (I use a hair mask or a hair oil)...
Thank you for the incredible response to this video. If you have ANY questions regarding my routine or any hair concerns, leave a comment below and I will address them in subsequent videos. Let's grow LONG AND HEALTHY 4C hair! xo
This has helped me so much because I don't think I have been consistent with my routine and haven't paid enough attention to my hair. So every week are you doing the exact same things step by step or do you sometimes skip ahead to deep conditioner or just a co-wash?
Do you advise us to us proteins like egg?
Nope, I do the same exactly steps every week! I posted a detailed video as to what I do and timed it! Check it out
It depends on your hair type. Do you need protein? Is your hair feeling really “mushy” and too elastic? If so, then I would recommend doing a protein treatment.
First of all, thank you for the reply but how do I know if my hair feels mushy?
I grew up feeling ashamed of my real 4c hair but ever since going natural I realize that A) It is cheaper B) A sign of confidence. Let’s flaunt it because our hair is our crown, it is beautiful. Where are my 4c hair girls at ? 🙌🏾🙌🏽🙌🏿
YESSSS!!! I think a lot of us 4C hair has a similar story. I hated my hair when I was younger and now I LOVE it. It's all about perspective.
@@JennJackson Preach!!
RIGHT HERE sis👑
I Just uploaded my 4C hair care routine on my channel! Would love for you all to check it out 💜 We're here!
4c hair is NOT cheap 😭
Let me tell you, my 4c girls have been showing OUT lately. I remember back when on YT it felt like it was so hard to find other girls whose hair looked like mine. Who had a routine I could follow. Not anymore baby! Great video, girl.
YASSS GIRL!!!
YAAASSSS!!!! and I love seeing the representation as well!
RIGHT!! like omg i was struggling. I transition think it was sum wrong cause i didnt have "good hair" like on the yt vids i saw
ترجمي عربية
Representation matters.
I am not even 4c. But I am type 4 and I usually only follow 4c UA-camrs.
“like the white people do in the commercials” 💀😂
I died 😂
😂😂😂😂😂
Koboko Fitness I found you here Kola♥️
Lol lmao rn 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣😂🤣🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😍🤣😂🤣😍🤣🤣😂🤣😂🥰😭😭😭🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Hahah yeah I could stop laughing cuz I be wanting to do the same thing with my hair
I swear y’all be making this look so easy I be *STRUGGLING* !!!!
it CAN be easy if you listen to your hair and break it up into sessions! You can do this sis! x
I have to admit, I feel a bit lost and people be like pre-poo and LOC while I'm still learning that I'm a 4c. I don't even know what is deep conditioning and how is it different from using a normal conditioner?
@@laurasibiya4385 a normal conditioner will just be called a conditioner. It stays in your hair for a few minutes and then you rinse it out. A deep conditioner is usually literally called "deep conditioner'" or "masque". You leave it in your hair for like an hour or even overnight, then rinse it out. It provides more hydration to hair and usually helps stengthen it. You can use normal conditioner pretty often but deep conditioners usually need to have more time between each use (like a few weeks or once a month or more).
@@laurasibiya4385 just be patient with yourself. As with anything practice makes perfect. It will take trial and error and actual practice to figure out what you like did what your hair best responds to
I have been natural since 2010 and I still don’t understand My hair. It stays dry and I don’t think I know how to properly deep condition. Nor have I had any luck retaining length. Therefore I would love to see how it’s done along with products. But I love how moisturized and soft your hair looks.
That shrinkage is sooooo disrespectful 😭😐😐
RIGHT? lol
Disrespectful with a capital D! My hair looks so short in it's afro state. But when I stretch my hair it goes to my shoulder. I'm gonna try banding on my next wash day
That’s why I hate my hair there is nothing I can do with it
De’Asia Jackson girl ur hair is beautiful u just need to find a routine that works for u❤️
@@A-wk2ss248 ok I will try
At first I was like that’s not a lotta hair for 3 years then she stretched it pass her chin then I was like OH SHIT that’s a lotta hair for 3 years.
LOL shrinkage will have you fooled! Its more like 2 years of growth. I cut my hair in 2017 and had 5 more haircuts because I started to grow it out
@@JennJackson I need a haircut, my hair is so damaged but I'm shy😫😫😫😫
@@QWAsingz I do too, so I figured this time of staying inside is probably the best time to do so.
perfectlycreated28 I done the big chop 3 weeks ago as I figured now with working from home and social distancing I can try new things while I’m at home without any comments from work mates. And I can try going natural. I’d been transitioning but it was getting harder as my natural hair was getting longer.
@@perfectlycreated28 I just can't 😭😭😭😭, I'm just scared because I still haven't figured out which products work best for my hair, so I'm afraid if I cut I'll still put something in it that won't work and still make it harder and harder and harder 😭😭😭😭
All helpful tips, thanks Jenn. I need to stop being a lazy natural. 🤦🏾♀️
You can be once in a while BUT pick yourself back up sis! you can do it xx
I’m a lazy natural too 😅
This video is SO well put together. Talk about effort 😍🙌🏾
It took me forever to edit but I am proud of it! x
I was thinking the same thing!
Jenn Jackson You should be! Creator to creator I always appreciate the time and effort that goes into editing.
Irene Ella ou girl so you understand the struggle! 🙌🏽
Now that we are all shut in our homes I like the fact I can just let my hair be. I plan on wear a bushy full fro this Hoilday Season. A full crown of fluffy beautiful locks.
I have been rocking mini twists and my hair got a well needed break and is protected! Love it x
I loc’d my hear about 6 years ago because I had so much trouble learning to care for it and there weren’t many popular hair girls that actually had my hair type. I combed out my locals around a month ago to give my coils a second chance and it is so much easier now thanks to content like this. I cannot tell you how much I appreciate your content. Thank you so much
Omgggg I with I could flattwist my hair straight back like this and it looks this nice 😩😍 I would literally do it all the time if I could.
It’s not too late to learn! I feel I should make a tutorial because so many people tell me the same thing❤️
Girl ive been practicing. Its still wonky. But every time you do it youll get better i promise. Im determined to leatn how to do different styles because i want to be ready when its super long. Speaking it into existence!
@@JennJackson
Yes please! Especially a tutorial showing how you place your hands and fingers when twisting straight back.
Almost all tutorials never show this which is actually the one most of us need lol.
Thanks in advance ☺
I wish that I could, too. My hair comes out frizzy when I try. Lol!
@@JennJackson that would be so helpful :)
I just did these steps on my daughter’s hair and it came out so hydrated, soft and detangled. She just had box braids in her hair
Jessica Washington omg yesss🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽 I am telling you it’s the TRUTH! I’m so glad it worked out ❤️
Jenn Jackson even my daughter noticed a difference. She was soooo happy. Thank you for this video.
Girl! Do you have a tutorial on those mini twists???? Those were 🔥🔥🔥
Coming soon! xx
Jenn Jackson Woooohooo 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾!!! Thank you!!!
@@JennJackson cant wait! I really love the look of those, and all the other styles you showed too!
She rocked them well!
I Just uploaded my 4C hair care routine on my channel! Would love for you all to check it out 💜 The routine include twists!
Natural hair takes TIMEEEEEEE that i dont have!!!!! Watching this driving me crazzzzzzzy
Your hair is soo healthy 😍
thank you love x
I would like to add a few constructive comments: I don’t think your hair is naturally dry. I think you should spend more time saturating your hair with ALOT more water before cleansing. You should notice your hair looking substantially longer and stays long/stretched when it has received all the moisture (water) it can. If your hair strands are not taking in the water this means the cuticles are not opening up thus not allowing moisture to get in which means your conditioner is just sitting on top and will not be effective. Because you like to use oil for pre- poo, think about incorporating a moisturizing shampoo in your routine. Really massaging the shampoo into your hair strands. Shampoo helps lift the cuticles. The use of oils may be causing your hair to not receive the moisture it needs.
Yes! Type 4 hair needs constant conditioning and hydration! These oils do nothing but clog pores on the scalp! Oils should only be applied to ends of the hair, as sebum from the scalp is harder to reach the ends of type 4 hair.
Dawn’staste i agree. People often don’t realize that oils are deeply drying. I use oils on my hair daily, but I always make sure my hair is wet when using them. Also, I found that putting conditioner on my drenched hair and then adding more conditioner and water halfway through showering makes it more hydrated. Actually, my dermatologist told me to add water to my conditioned hair halfway through the shower. Super pro-tip that had a huge impact.
This is very eye opening. I have dry brittle hair. Would you advise me to stop pre-poo? And to stop adding an oil after the leave-in conditioner?
Yeah. I learned about pre poo and tried it, but every time I did it our tried the LOC method, my hair would end up dry and oily. I wasn't sure if it was the type of oil I used or if it was becauae I used oil at all. I decided to skip the oil. I have a routine now where I just wash my hair, deep condition with regular conditioner or a maske with rice water, rinse that out and I wet my hair with water, put petroleum jelly on it, and then put some curl activator cream on it. My hair becomes soft. I used to just put petroleum jelly on it with water when I learned that my mom used to use it on my hair, but when I started using the cream, my hair was extra soft. I usually just do twists or braids and that's it. Quick, simple, no crazy products. I just realized that petroleum jelly is like oil. Oops, but I guess it's the oil thay works for me. Everyone has different hair and what works for one person may not work for the next. Bit it's always ALWAYS important to moisturize and take care of your hair. Keep it healthy, whether it's short or long. Health is what we need to focus on first. I don't have 4c hair. I think I have a mix. Idk. But, our natural hair is beautiful and we need to treat it like our bodies: like a temple.
fanatsywriter 12345 I would think that using petroleum jelly is kind of damaging, if you aren’t regularly using a sulfate shampoo. There are plenty of oils that act like petroleum jelly, but allow your hair to breathe, and also add beneficial nutrients. Petroleum jelly is occlusive, and it adds nothing whatsoever. Even a nice herbal pomade would do the same thing and also give you the added nurturing benefits. There are some really well-formulates pomades around, with an oil base, maybe a mango butter or something for the base that would step things up a notch. But I wouldn’t use petroleum jelly and curl activator unless I washed my hair at least every other day with a sulfate shampoo that can get that stuff off of your hair completely. You are blocking our moisture just as much as you are sealing it in otherwise. And the buildup.
I love how your hair is healthy and thick ! There is a lot of growth. We have a similar hair routine but I detangle before putting the deep conditioner.
psr076 I find doing it after works out better for me. 🙌🏽 thanks for watching sis ❤️
This inspired me to take more time for my hair. I've avoided pre-pooing but, I think I'm going to start to now. Thanks for the awesome vid! UPDATE: I cannot thank you enough! My hair feels AMAZING (soft and hydrated) because I pre-poo’d! This will now be apart of my regimen!! I’m so happy rn!!
You can do it! thanks for watching x
I wish I could love this video...tears...girl you just gave me something incredible. It's called confidence.
Aww wow that’s amazing! Thank you for letting me know ❤️
Thanks for this and thanks for getting straight to the point! A lot of these videos I end up skipping because 5 minutes in they are still talking in circles and rambling
I love your routine.. so similar to mine.
Yay! that's great! x
Think I've just found my youtuber hair match and I. AM. LIVING!
YESSSSS! hair twins!
@@JennJackson when you have the time can you make a video on how to prepare for pre-proo? please
the growth! we love to see it
Thanks sis x
Omg i remember watching your video when you shaved your head over and over just to confirm that doing a big chop was what i wanted . I can’t believe how your hair has grown since then . Please continue to doc videos like this one i love it and it’s extremely inspiring . It’ll be 2yrs for me this September
Oh wow! Thanks for watching girl! You've been around for a while if you were there then! xx
Your editing and videos are so professional i wanna get to your level!
I love your versatility. Those twists were the bomb. Every style was rockin. My hair wants to be like yours when it grows up lol
Great video! I think I need to improve on patience when detangling so I don't rip my hair out
You can do it! detangling makes a huge difference!
This is probably the most helpful video I've ever seen for growth. I usually see videos about "miracle products" or how I'm doing everything wrong. This video makes the hair journey 10 times more approachable. I watch some videos and feel like fine I'll just be bald-headed then, but this video makes me feel like I can do this even with my 4C. Thank you :)
I most say i haven't seen any UA-camr so honest and detailed about hair care regime, with out talking about a particularly hair care brand. You are simply the best.
I will try it and come give update.
Representation matters, I’m so happy I finally found hair just like mine!!😍👏🏽❤️
Definitely ❤️
Been with my lover for about 4 years now and I'm now starting to try and help them take care of their hair, so I can not thank you enough for helping me learn how to do it properly!
Thanks for being realistic with 3 years of growth!! My hair is a similar length to you after 3 years so I appreciate u! I was beginning to feel discouraged about my hair length. Great video
Of course. I have seen some... questionably timeline so it’s important to be accurate with the information we share. Thanks for watching ❤️
I am a girl with boring 1A hair with absolutely no volume but I am so fascinated by 4X hair, I love to look at it and I want to assure you whoever is self-conscious of that hairtype, don't be! I am watching youtubevideos with 4c haired women because I find so beautiful.
It looks astounding and you all can be very proud of it! :-*
Yaass!!! finally a routine for 4C that is simple and that gets to the point!!! Thank you!!! XOXO
You're so welcome! Thanks for watching x
Ohhhhh my gosh those mini twists are sooooooo bomb on you!! You would look really nice with some sisterlocs also. My hair always fails with mini twists🤦🏾♀️
Your hair has thrived beautifully 😍
Thank you!!
Came here to learn how to keep my little sister’s hair moisturized and healthy. Any and all advice is appreciated. 💕
Welcome! Watched the video and I also have another on how to moisturize 🙌🏽
Your mini twist were beautiful 😍
Lee Ah thank yuh love! That’s actually the style I am rocking right now 😅
These type of videos have really helped me with my daughter's hair. And you are gorgeous, love those styles you did
This just made me feel better about my hair. My hair is coming up on 3 years later this year, we are about the same length. Prior I always felt like it wasnt good enough but I just realized I am doing ok. I am still not happy about my shedding and breakage rates but I guess I can be happy with how much length I have retained.
Use ayurvedic d.i.y...
you and your hair are besties. me and mine... we be fighting in the shower lol.
LMAO!!! We use to fight all the time too but now we cool haha
I just cut my hair a few weeks back and this gives me motivation to not giving up on growing it! Thank u
her hairstyles are so cute!!
Thank you x
Hello Jenn. Thank you so much for making this video. I feel like I've finally found a role model on youtube and my hair can finally grow now. I'm Nigerian and I have very thick 4c hair and most times, I feel downcast because I put in so much and yet achieve very little but seeing your hair, those fears are all gone💝
You got this! Focus on the HOW and less on "miracle" products. x
This video was everything that I needed immediately, inspiring, encouraging and more! Thank you so much!! #NewSubbie
A few of my take-aways are: 1. Pre-Poo 2. Deep Condition 3. A confirmation that what worked on my shorter hair will not work on my longer hair.
4. Detangling with fingers and low manipulation styles. 5. SECTION MY HAIR! Thank you, thank you!
Thanks for subbing! So happy you enjoyed the video! x
Finally found content for hair EXACTLY like mine. Yay! 😂🌈
You inspired me to stay natural after watching your hair journey video
When I leave deep conditioner in overnight, my hair is so moist and hydrated. She isn't kidding.
Your hair is soooooo LUXURIOUS
Lived my whole life insecure of my “hair”. Had my first perm at 1 so what can I say? This makes me want to give my dry tumbleweed the time of day. Thank you ❤️
Katelynn Stan do it! Shave it off and embrace yourself girl, through the good and the bad. 😁its a long walk but you won’t regret it in a few years.
I totally agree with Tayler! it is such an amazing journey of self discovery!
@@TZ2nd one??? Omgosh. I thought my mom was trippin when she got my hair permed at 6. But yeah I feel you on the insecure part...I am tired of fighting with my hair texture and decided to transition. My last perm was in January 2020. Usually around 3 months post I start getting the "when are you getting a retouch,your roots look so nappy" from relatives but now im just gonna suck it up and let my 4c hair grow out.
Enn Vee it’s the inevitable stage... the awkward stage. We’ve all had one, some can make it work with manipulation, others just have to soldier it out. I’m in the “growing out twa” phase. You don’t know how many times I’ve woken up and wanted to chop it all back off. But I’m riding it out!
ONE?! I don't think I've ever heard of someone relaxing their hair so young, I think the youngest was 4 and I thought that was bad. Definitely do embrace your hair, look after it and it will repay you the favour by flourishing ❤
😍🥰 I love seeing a natural woman doing their hair. It’s beautiful
I just washed my hair this past weekend but I already cant wait to try this in a couple weeks!! Love this video🌺 Great job
Let me know how it goes!! x
@@JennJackson Girl definitely!!😄
Loved this. This was amazing. Especially being adopted with 4c hair. Makes me wanna cry this makes me believe I can do it for once at 22
You can absolutely do this!!
I just started doing this routine about a month ago and noticed a difference. I work out alot so I try to find styles that can stay and I have to pin up my hair for work. Going to try the twist to the back. Your hair looks great!
Thank you! I work out too so some styles don't last long for me but i still stretch them during the week. Glad this routine is beneficial to your hair. x
I am a 4C girl and finally got a UA-camr with 4C hair who is straight to the point thanks Jenn 🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗 i love your videos they are very helpful
Everyone with 4c hair instantly related to the, “This to this in 3 yrs,” comparison clips bc 🗣SAME
THESE TIPS HAVE JUST SAVED ME NOW, I AM NEWLY NATURAL
Jenn!! I didn't know you had a UA-cam channel. You probably don't remember me from Uni but that's okay lol. I really enjoyed this video as I have 4C hair (big chop status). Thanks for the tips honestly. I just subscribed and will definitely watch more of your videos!
The reason I clicked on this video was because of the title and for tips but instead I find myself starring at your beauty. Nice tone and thank you for this video cause I had to rewatch in order to pay attention to what may benefit the health of my hair🙈🙈🙈🙈
Jenn I need a flat twist video loved those styles at the end of the video great video as usual
Coming soon! The video is up but the flat twist tutorial i need to film. :)
Whoo your hair is SO healthy 😍 oh my goodness, your hair is so beautiful.
Your hair is looong. Can't wait for mine to reach this length. How long have you had it for?
I've been growing my hair out for about 2 years now. I cut it in 2017 but have 5 haircuts before starting to grow it out
The way you say “dip” condition is cute and funny. Thanks for all the tips.
One of the best videos Ive seen in a Long time! Right to the point! Great pics and info...thank you!
I'm currently trying to learn how to take care of my own hair cause my mom told me I'm old enough to do it myself now, and this was suuupperrrrr helpful. Tysm!! ❤️
This video is so well put together and edited! Thanks for sharing your routine.
I would love to know tips on finding a moisturizer. What are your current top picks? And what steps did you take to figure out what worked for you?
Thank you! Will do! Great suggestion for a video! x
I really appreciate this video because i have 4c hair..i use to get discrimination from family and friends saying oh my hair is not pretty my hair is dry ..forcing me to put chemical in my hair..but am going back natural now am going to definitely use this method
I can totally relate! I went through the same thing until I said ENOUGH! Take care of you hair! It is beautiful as is ❤️
@@JennJackson thank you
I'm viewing your channel today for the first time. I love how you break things down. Thanks for sharing your hair routine. Looking forward for more tutorials!
Thank you so much!! More videos coming! x
I’ve always hair the coiliest hair type. I got called nappy headed and gross for putting oils in my hair. By my some of my white friends growing up. I’m 26 now and ready to grow these “naps.” Our hair is incredibly beautiful. It’s time we realize that. It’s time. It’s work. It’s money. It’s literally blood sweat and tears. But again it’s BEAUTIFUL. And no one else can grow that same magic. Thanks to you I’m on my way.
Wow that was awesome! Clean and professionally done! Love your hair styles, I try to copy some on my own hair. I would love to see what type of hydrating products you use. I've just realized that most of my products are protein based. Hence my very dry and snapping hairstrands
Thank you so much!! and is your hair is protein sensitive, then it may not work out well for you. Try to add more moisturizing products! x
All I see is HEALTH! Great video sis!
Thank you sis! x
This was well put together and exactly what I do to grow my hair...SUBSCRIBED!
Thank you love! x
Someone with hair just like I do love your hair routine will try
This is my routine too. However I wash my hair every other week. But I do remoisturize weekly using the LOC method. I don’t use conditioners either.. waste of time.. just go straight to deep conditioning. Great video. TFS!
That's great! I think as long as your have a routine, your hair will flourish! x
1st off, you are a black beauty! girl, thank you yes on the whole product thing, I just sick of peoples promos and you-better-use-this-for X hair. but yea, I'm so glad to see more women talking frankly about their 4c beautiful God-given hair. I'm gonna follow this routine cuz I know my hair will grow, I just don't care for it appropriately. #lazy #busy
For 8 years I have always started my routine by detangling my hair with Apple cider vinegar and water mixture, but I think I'm going to try the prepoo with oils. The thought of washing all those good oils out my hair is a little hard for me to grasp but I'll give it a try. Also I like how you keep your hair stretched during each routine, that should eliminate single strand knots.
I did the same years ago as well but I find the oils to be more moisturizing. I totally get washing the oils out, so that's why I use a simple oil like almond oil. Good luck and let me know how it goes! x
@@JennJackson Sure will, thank you.
Beautiful!, had the same type of hair for a while but got frustrated at how quickly the "growth" would show when i had my hair braided making the styles that took 4 hours to do last only 2 weeks so I quit. This video takes me back to those days 😍. Sending much love you all my 4c girls your hair is beautiful keep at it 😘
See, people be hating on u for only washing ur scalp. That’s the best way to do it. Wash the scalp and everything comes down the strand
People don't know xx
I really learned a lot from this video. Thanks for sharing! And you are REALLY awesome with styling your own natural hair. I wish!
you can do it as well. practice makes perfect x
This was amazing! Now I need a video on each of those styles lol
You got it! The ones that are up I added links throughout the video x
Jenn Jackson oh sorry! Thanks!!
Yes, finally 4c, that's exactly how I wash my hair. My hair type is exactly the same. Finally someone with the same hair type& actually 4c. Finally someone I 'm comfortable. I spent 6 months following someone just to find out they were 4a/4b. Thank you !
Thank you so much for this video! I just have one question: Did you ever rinse the deep conditioner out of your hair or did you just leave it in?
EXCELLENT VIDEO SIS!! Top notch! Thank you 🙏🏾 I just took out my locs of 7 years and I’m relearning how to care for my loose natural hair. You’ve given me HOPE.
Your hair is so healthy I love your routine ❤️
Naturally Mati thank you love ❤️
I want to adopt someday so im trying to learn about all hair types to make sure I can properly care for any baby im given. Thank you for the help!!
I need to learn how to braid ❤️
UA-cam girl! UA-cam! x
I’m so glad I came across your video. Thank you🫶🏾 this was very helpful and motivating.
Thanks for the video, Jenn. It is very helpful. I would love to see a video on the products you use.
Yolanda B I gotchuuu sis ❤️
Girls,she's right! Since I started pre pooing my hair and deep conditioning, it has improved! I normally use aloe fresh plant,castor oil,argan oil and any other available oils,cover it for as long as I can,wash, deep condition, rinse out condition! To style, I use a leave in conditioner spray,then add some oil and lotion,and plait it! I let it air dry and then I use electric comb to dry and straighten my hair! 😁 I shared my own tip too
Thanks for your infos❤❤❤❤
Thanks for sharing!! Amazing tips and I always say prepoo is IMPORTANT so I am glad that it works for you as well! x
This is so well explained. I do the exact hair steps lmfao
Thank you love! x
I would suggest a prepoo with a leave in conditioner along with an oil. It softens the hair by the morning before your wash routine. After shampooing I would suggest condition and detangle with a moisturizing conditioner rinse then deep condition. Hope this helps some one if still struggling.
I learned something in the first eleven seconds of this video.
Glad this video was helpful x
Thanks Jen I just found your channel. I wear allllot of protective styles now I’m ready to start really treating my hair… thanks for the tips
You are welcome 🙏🏽
*excuse me Miss I have a special request* : can you please do the #dontrushchallenge, we already know you will kill it! 🔥
Hey love! I did it already and about to post ANOTHER one on my insta! Go check it out 😍 😘 🥰
@@JennJackson 😃🤸 on my way!
i love your personality so much and i LOVE your hair care routine! minimal is my fav🙌💓
My hair is so tangly and dry I've just learned to live with it now...
Merilynda Phiri no don’t admit defeat! Learn what it needs🙌🏽🙌🏽
This was my case...till I started detangling + pre-poo before washing, washing in twists and depp conditioning every 3-4 weeks, my 4c curls are defined now and super super soft. I'm still in awe
Try glycerin,aloe vera juice and rose water to moisturize your dry hair.
Try Ethiopian hair butter called Shuruba by shuruba.com! I'm ordering next month because I heard really good things about it for preepoo hydration, moisture and detangling!
Merilynda Phiri I had the tangles till my scalp hurt from combing. I got rid of that by changing how I wash my hair in the shower. No more bend over and keep my hair in one direction. I also sectioned and I make sure to hold each section downward. After a while I didn’t need to. My sister plaits her hair in the shower then styles later.
The Mielle Pomegranate and Honey line (shampoo, instant conditioner, leave-in conditioner, styling product, and almond mint oil) moisturizes my hair when I do not deep condition...I agree that pre-pooing really cuts down on tangles (I use a hair mask or a hair oil)...
Hi I am just wondering how long does this routine takes you from the preepoo step to your hair style being done?
Depends.. I split to over two days but I would say 3-4 hours if I was to do it all in one sitting. It also depends on how I style my hair after.
This is great. Just started following you in the gram which led me to this page. Looking forward to using these tips.