I can finally understand why some people say that it can take up to a year to really see how your hair looks/behaves when fully and consistently hydrated. My hair now has definition and curl separation without me actually having to really manipulate it, even during the wash process. Detangling takes maybe 5 minutes.
Me too!! I had the “typical ugly 4c” not I see tiny little cockscrews beginning at the shampoo stage. No breakage no shredding no tangles . Wet my hair daily if I like 🤩.
I wore sister locks for several years and this style involves not using oils or butter on the hair/scalp. I washed hair every 7-10 days, and my scalp was never dry or flaky despite not even using conditioner. When I cut my locs off I didn't understand why I needed oils/butters, but that is what the natural hair community taught so I tried it. My scalp did not like it! I thought I was some sort of strange exception until I came across BGC and the no oil/butter philosophy. It actually gave me permission to do what I knew worked best for my scalp.
My husband has locs and used to have horrible buildup when we used oils/beeswax etc. We tried a lot of things but we literally do the bare minimum now with washing/conditioning and I use a botanical gel to retwists. Buildup where? Not in my hair or his lol
Oils have never worked for me. My hair always felt oddly dry but oily at the same time. I called it OCD (oily - crunchy - dry). But greasy straw is so accurate too. Even though I would like for my hair to by shinier, I would rather skip the oil and accept the non shiny look because my hair itself is healthier
yeah the natural hair community really played us with the whole oil situation. i've been natural my entire life and somehow i was convinced that what worked for me was wrong!!! i grew up getting hot oil treatments BEFORE clarifying or using a butter on the ends of twists/braids and washed my hair every 1-2 weeks (depending on the style) and my hair was soooo healthy. this past year i've gone back to basics and my hair has been flourishing!! my scalp has never been healthier. i've noticed less flakes, higher moisture retention and less breakage since i've stopped using butters, creams and oils.
I’m totally in love with this routine❤❤❤. I started yesterday, and for the first time my hair is crazy soft, defined, and not greasy. If this happened in the first wash, can’t wait to see what’s going to happen in a month! I’m hooked. My confidence level is on high. I’m so proud of my kinky/curly hair.❤❤❤❤😊I tossed all my butters and oils. Oh, and you are flawless girl. Love your style!
It's amazing isn't it!? That was my first reaction as well and I am still going strong. I didn't throw away my butters though lol the Haitian in me used them on my body instead lmao x
I ended up not using oils and butters by accident and I love what it has done for my hair! I had locs, and I cut them off. It was my first time having a short cut so all I did was wash, condition & finger coil with gel. I absolutely LOVE my hair. I have always tried to hide my hair. I hated it. It has grown so beautifully and my curls are sooooo beautiful! Instead of rushing to find my next weave to cover my hair because “it wasn’t manageable” I now look forward to wash day and just setting MY curls! I used to think something was wrong with my hair and the whole time there was just something wrong with the way I “took care” of it!! Love your content! Keeeeeeep pushing this content out! No shade to oils and butters but my results are just wow. I have never loved my hair as much as I do now!
Honestly because my scalp is soo good now , that is reason enough for me now, not to go back to oils and butters. My scalp was ridiculous before, RICDICULOUS. There were may times I couldn't bare the itching, but NOT oiling my scalp has been the best thing I could have done for myself. I really thought I had dandruff or seborrheic dermatitis . Now I wash every 7 days that is my limit and even then my scalp isn't nearly as bad as it was then. Like Jenn said, it took time but it was worth it.
It takes me 3 hours as well and I have super dense hair, but I love the process. I play podcast or music, light a candle and its time to relax. You get to enjoy the process. Everything Jen said I agree!! You will be surprised how your hair will feel and look.
It’s been over a year since I’ve done no raw oils and butters from Black girl curls and I’m not going back. It really does take 8 months to 1 year to see a change. I’ve had so much issues with my scalp constantly flakey 2 days after washing my hair no matter how I clarified or oiled my scalp and now my scalp feels amazing no longer itchy unless it’s after 7 days. My hair is in its best state and I’ve been 10 years natural. Wash n gos never looked better and I have a better understanding of caring for my hair. It’s worth it. Hair stays hydrated.
I randomly stumbled onto this when it was trending. Usually I complained about how the online natural hair community chases trends. But this time I decided to go all in. I have no regrets. I love how my hair feels now. It's extra moisturized and best of all, I'm not longer leaving oil stains on my clothes/ pillows.
I read somewhere that we should learn to know our hair and get comfortable with it. The way it feels, looks, smell.ect. I did start touching my hair with gentleness and really enjoying the natural texture of my natural strands.
Speaking as someone who has never used raw oils or butter the process of shampoo, condition, and style does make natural hair care simple. I don't know if I'm an expert, but even with long hair it takes me no more than 1 1/2hrs. I'm a wash-n-go girl almost all of the time, but on occasion I wear a bun or a twisted updo. Depending on how my week is going and how that affects my hair I redo it every 4 -5 days because my scalp is oily and I don't want to deal with a lot of tangles.
Thank you for making me realize that this is what forever changed my scalp! I didn’t know I had transitioned until you explained your method. I used oil and butters to the extent that oil would drip down my face too lol..Now, I shampoo, condition and then moisturize minus the oil. I leave it alone protected all week and it’s still moisturized on wash day even if I decide to braid it out. I’ve seen so much growth doing this so I’m never going back! Thanks girl ❤️
I just started this routine again since deciding to regrow my hair. I can make it to 3-4 days before feeling dry. Trying to master this because i now have 2 daughters and i want them to learn it correctly from the beginning. Your hair is beautiful
Yes Jenn I can see how soft and fluffy your hair is; its absolutely beautiful!! And kudos to you for being a model example of how to evolve, own up to your past ways and embracing something new that is working for you!!
Thanks for taking a look back on the no oil and butter. It does scare a lot of people. I started ease up on using oil back in 2019 (I had a consult with a hair specialist). It was not doing anything for me. I learned to wash n go. In 2020 I did wash for half of year. In 2021 I started to them all year and never looked back. We still can use oil but in formulated products…
I'm glad I knew early on that my hair hates oils. Wash and gos are literally wash and go for me, no need to define or anything, and I think it's because I keep it super simple: Shampoo, Conditioner, Leave in, maybe some kind of cream for hold. Small amounts of everything!
Great video!!!! I’ve been doing the No RAW oils and butters since September 2021 and my hair is thriving!!! I think we don’t give enough credits to Black girls curls for all this knowledge! I would add 3 other tips: 1. Subscribe to See some curls (for at least 3 months if budget allows) 2. Partner with a tight curl specialist (trained by BCG if available in your area. The trip is so worth it!) 3. Get a shape! Accept to cut what needs to get cut! Thanks again Jen for spreading the word 😊
I’ll play devils advocate and say that I don’t think think this method originated from BGC. I personally started my learning from Breanna Bell, another stylist on IG and first heard a stylist talk about this in 2011 (ish) on Taren Guy’s channel. BGC has definitely popularize this though and I do agree with your additional tips are seeing a curl specialist. It definitely makes learning this method easier (and faster) and one won’t have to sift through all of the misinformation on Beyoncé’s internet.
I really love your videos!!! Love how you are taking about the mental aspect of loving our hair…. I think this is my biggest challenge… I am working on just being ok with the way my hair looks in its very natural state… that mentality that my hair is nappy 🤦🏾♀️I’m trying to get over this
We kind of started this journey at the same time Jenn and I agree with everything you said! the only thing I did different is that my first month I washed my hair every day lol. I listened to BGC when they said if your hair feels dry wash it! and it felt dry every day so I was like, I guess we're going to experiment with this! I honestly feel like it worked though! I had fresh hair everyday, and eventually my sets started looking good for longer so I would go longer. Most recently I was washing my hair twice a week, and the past month I have been able to go over a week with my hair still looking great and feeling great. I also had a goal of no added hair for a year and made it happen! I was a maid of honor and got married with my natural hair out and I felt absolutely amazing doing it. My hair is fuller, I can see my curls even before I put products in my '4c' hair, my edges are behaving themselves with no problems, and I am just so in love with my hair now. I have a mirror on my desk when I work and I am constantly looking at her like, girl you look so good! lol. I want to thank you for sharing your journey with us because it definitely help me a lot. Keep being awesome my haitian sister!! I just have one wish: Can you grow you hair out next year? lolol jk. (kinda jk, I'd love to see it but I know you're loving the short hair and it looks great on you so I'm not mad hehe)
@@Chromagens I was working from home at the time and my work day started at 11 AM so I had time in the morning. I also have short hair so at most it would take me 2 hours including drying time so it wasn't bad. I actually enjoyed starting my day with washing my hair during that time. And yes I was using products. I shampooed and conditioned everyday and then used a botanical gel to style. I also find it interesting that some of the products i started with and didn't like, I can use now and it's a much better experience. I think it's partly my application, but also my hair is much healthier now so it's behaving itself for the most part :)
@@sabinemarie2159 wow, a great way to get a lot of practice in! I also hear you on liking some products more after technique and hair quality improves. I have noticed that my hair gets defined much easier now from consistent wash and gos as well. Thanks for replying 😊
Omg everyday!? But like someone else said, what a way to rip the bandage. I am so glad you are LOVING your hair. I’ll take your request to HR about me growing my hair out 🤣
I love you Jenn, it's that simple yes....people have to make their own decisions so if you're not interested just don't go commenting on what's the right thing to do and what not. I haven't tried no oils and butters completely, but I'm giving myself time to consider it. And I feel you girl, your hair is looking fabulous 😍, and the way you talked about your journey from oils and butters to not using any at all, is so captivating, even tho I watch most of your videos so I know what you talking about lol. I encourage you and others who are on the same journey to continue and to enjoy what works for you. I love you Jen , *🎼it's your girl hey hey it's your girl...JenJ ofcourse!🎼*hope you and hubby have a wonderful and a happy holiday ☃️...season greetings to you all!!! ❄❄🌲🎁
Thank you so much for this video! I kept refreshing to see when it was up😂 It was very informative and I think I’m more inclined to start the journey now! Alsooo, the aesthetic of this video is 😍
Hey Jenn 👋🏾 Thank you for sharing this video! When you first started this new journey I was so against it. I began to realize to have an open mind and you are still speaking positively about it! Also I don’t like to moisturize My hair throughout the week anyways so why not try it! I got myself in a better place mentally and I’m just now starting to wash my hair once a week. I have mini locs. I am thinking about cutting them off and growing my hair out! Not quite sure yet. But I definitely will try this method regardless and see where it take me. Thank you for sharing once again I really enjoyed this and can not wait to try it!
I just started locs 3 months ago and I was SO worried about buildup and itchiness within my locs due to constant dandruff/scalp issues. During month 1, I decided to stop oiling my scalp and hair and increase hydration by washing more often and misting with water/rose water only instead and drinking more water. MY SCALP HAS NEVER BEEN THE SAME. It took a month for my scalp and hair to adjust but since then, no daily itching, inflammation and flaking. Only time I itch is right around wash day at the 2 week mark which tells me it’s time to wash My advice is listen to your hair and not trends or what everyone is doing. Your hair and scalp may thank you
Girl….it has definitely been a process to see definition. I started this No oils and butter journey after combing out my 5 year old locs. B4 my locs I rocked w n go’s regularly using Eco Styler gel. I had awesome definition but stiff hair. Now I am 7 months in and seeing the fruits of my labor. I went to my stylist last week and she told me she could see the improvement and hydration. I did the work, which for me in the beginning…washing every 3 to 4 days. There were days…but I pushed through and now my hair is thriving with definition and body. I learned through my loc journey about going through the process. It took a year for my hair to loc. So I am pushing through with my loose natural and definitely seeing improvement. Now I have to work on getting the same results myself when I do my hair, lol.
Oh that’s amazing! Many told me the same thing to - give it time. It’s definitely a new journey and I love how you compared it to your loc journey. I have managed my expectations that my wash and goes won’t turn out like the stylists and that’s okay lol
Jenn Jenn girl you are looking fabulous. Glowing mama. I love it. So now you got me thinking why I've been having such bad scalp issues. I've been thinking about switching from oils and butters and like you said it's a mindset shift. I love your raw honesty and I'll be honest, bc it's coming from you and I've been following you for a while that's why I will make the switch. I'm not too trusting with hair advice from just anyone. Love you girl.
Thank you so much for this video! Your breakdown is really helpful. You have influenced me to use less oils and butters since you started your journey but I haven’t completely removed them from my routine. I have seen an improvement with my hair feeling more moisturized when I am layering less products and reducing the oils I add to my hair. I will take that leap of no oils/butters eventually 😅 One quick side bar: Since going natural, I have developed the irrational fear about letting any stylist touch it. I know I need a real trim because my ends give me grief. I have gone through many ups and downs with my hair (also while permed) when going to hair dressers and it always seems to end up damaged one way or another. Because of this I do my own protective styles and mini trims. I also dust my ends often to keep them relatively healthy. I know there are good stylists out there, I just need to look and be vocal about what I am looking for.
I had the same fear and that was AFTER seeing some stylists who didn’t who what to do with my hair. You aren’t alone. That’s why I make sure to thoroughly vet a stylist before I sit in their chair. They need to believe the same philosophy that I do AND have a book of receipts.
I agree with no oil and butter. I may occasionally add avocado oil to my hair to break a gel cast. But otherwise, there is no need to add oil/butter as there is already oil in our hair conditioners and leave-in conditioners. Adding extra oil and butter on top is redundant.
Love the lot and vibe! It makes sense to me; I learned a long time ago that putting oil on my scalp made it itchier. I'm looking forward to seeing your growth journey.
I enjoyed watching your journey and openness to learning new info. I had a similar experience simplifying my routine :) the hair freedom I have now is great!
Thanks for sharing Jen I’m so appreciative of you being patient with process and documenting it for us the audience I started this journey a few months before you did and it’s been quite a journey but I can attest to the improvement not only of my hair but my mindset, lifestyle and coins. It’s been so freeing! While I’m still growing out the wholes in my hair due to cutting it on straight/ blown-out hair I’m still enjoying my my hair more than I ever have and wearing it out the longest I’ve ever had wihr a greater sense of confidence.
I use olaplex #3, then I wash/condition and apply a leave-in (but it does have oil in it) and then I twist...My hair stays moisturized til I wash on day 6 or 7...I do wear my silk bonnet every night but I don't re-moisturize or spray anything..Sometimes I MIGHT add a little mousse ( only if I want to wear a twist-out after day 5..Don't use ANYTHING else and my hair is healthier than it's ever been..Good Luck everyone on your journey
A product having oil in it is fine. No RAW oil or butter means straight oil like castor or coconut from a jar, having oil in a formulated product is fine for the hair care method that Jen is talking about.
There’s a lot of BLACK Women that will not like this video or agree. They are making money off US purchasing all these over priced products. I love it!!! I will start this process immediately!!!
I'm genuinely asking but did people really discovered that washing your hair weekly was better through the no oils and no butter thing or am I misunderstanding something. I've been natural since 2014 and maybe 1 year in my regimen I was washing my hair once a week. I remember privileging wigs because I could wash my hair weekly. I used and still use oil for my prepoo (when I feel like it) but I don't remember ever completely not using shampoo. The most I went was using shampoo once every 2 weeks and I'm not prone to dandruff or any scalp issue. I've seen with great pleasure how this method made more enjoyable doing their hair for many women but some of the things that people seem to discover now I feel many UA-camrs I followed were saying back in 2014 or 2017 (when I realized I wasn't patient enough to learn how to properly install a wig).
Thank you for this. just did one week with no oils no butters and was worried about needing to remoisturize midweek 🙂 glad to hear it will take some time in general for hair to feel fully hydrated. I am committed to this method because oils were definitely not working for my hair, but i just kept doing it lol no idea why
Oh it definitely take more that a week for your hair to retain more hydration. I would say for the first month I felt I needed to “remoisturize” but i didn’t and just washed weekly.
Thank you so much for sharing your journey. I decided to try it and love it. Oils and butters always made my hair feel weighed down. Keep sharing the good news.
I stopped putting oil on my scalp a long time ago but I find that style wise, I prefer how I look with twist outs vs wash and goes. I like the stretch that twist outs give me and with my curl pattern I just don’t find wash and goes look like my hair is “done” 🤷🏾♀️
I do still use butters on the ends of my hair but I naturally transitioned away from oils because my hair and scalp just didn't like it. Once I started paying attention to what my hair wanted it was easy. I wash depending on how my hair feels so usual every 1-2 weeks and I deep condition every time. If my hair needs moisturizing I just add a little water and it plumps right up. I'm not against oils and butters they just don't work on my 4c hair.
What do you specifically mean by raw oils? ... this video is great! And I agree with a lot of the information because my hair flourished more without oils especially when not using oils as a leave in product apposed to using it in a deep conditioner or as a wash out treatment. When things in my life change (out side if my hair regimen) usually I tend to fall off the consistency train and my hair suffers so ya consistency is key! I would love to see you and Nappyfu do more collaborations especially since she uses oils in her regimen occasionally I feel conversations would be very interesting. Also maybe do a no oils or butter challenge! & again great video Jen, thank you! :)
@jfprecious your deep conditioner definitely has oil in it already. Honestly you don't have to add oil to it. In my previous comment, when I meant the oil has processed with other ingredients during the manufacturing of the shampoo, or conditioner. So the oil is no longer in its raw form. If you mix the oil in the your deep conditioner, you are using raw oil in its raw state. Watch Jen's videos on raw oils and butter, they are very informative.
When I use oils on my scalp it it itches by day 2 so I stopped oiling it long time ago especially after washday and i can do up to 7 days without issues. My current routine involves scooping and spreading on blown out hair as recommended by green beauty and i really like how my scalp, hair looks and feels. I still prepoo with it and use raw butters and other oil/butter based products in my routine and I will not stop. When you see oil seeping into your pillows and stuff you have used too much or you have low porosity hair. Am glad the NONB routine is working for you
And another point. When you think about it, going all that time in between washes is not hygienic at all! You wash you body everyday but wikket you hair go a whole month?? Your hair is exposed to everything your body is and ppl don't think so. It their scalp stinks. And you can scratch the buildup with toy fingernail. Please start washing weekly even if you are using oils and butters.
I did this by accident. I felt like I couldn’t re-moisturize effectively when I used oils and butters so I just weeded them out. I realized I wasn’t using them and tried again and remembered why I stopped.
Gotta say - I need an heavy cut to try this method again. I had a lot of fall out with this method. I think it was really the shampoo session that makes the process of detangle easier. However, I’m still using eco and cream - but I throughly shampoo - clarify and moisturize shampoo. Deep condition add a touch of henna and aloe powder to my deep conditioner. My hair is so much easier to detangle, style and set - micro towel dry and blow dry. Takes a while to dry - with my HIGH DENSITy, high porosity, 4a strands. But my tangles are at bey. I do apply bond oil curl smith to my ends - and I oil my scalp and apply additional oil pre wash. Great video !!!!
Soooo, I’m 62 and I had about 18 inches of relaxed hair. I’ve had my hair cut twice and I’ve used no heat on my hair. I’m slowly learning how to twist my hair. I do drink plenty of water. I’ve not figure out what hair type I have nor porosity 🤷🏽♀️. I do know it takes a minute for water to get to my scalp. And I’m so done buying all these different products. I don’t think I’m going back to relaxers… I have no problem with just using water. I have plenty of oils and Shea butters. I was shampooing with black soap and them using a Shea mixture to twist. I’m looking for answers. I really enjoyed this video and subscribed as well.
I hope this message isn't deleted with the naysayers. I noticed all the responses are pro no oil and butter...😵My hair dries within minutes (like 5 minutes - no joke) after washing. No oils and butter would be no hair. This works for some I guess but impossible for someone with outrageously high porosity.
I feel like I'm slowly transitioning out of oils and butters. Went from coconut oil 👎 to grease (felt good but HATED the build up and oiliness) to olive oil and coconut oil mix (mostly just looking for something light and SHINEEEE). My olive and coconut oil mix is almost done now, I'm not really interested in refilling it, I'm more interested in finding really good moisturiser. A lot of the ones I've tried in my country suckkkk or are super expensive :( that's all I need and I think I'll be set. Not a fan of oily pillow cases🥲
My hair is long and I've been doing wash and go styling for years. As long as I redo my hair every 4 - 7 days I don't have many tangles and detangling is easy. Some people can go longer but you would have to figure out your personal length of time between shampoos
I had braids for the first time in years (was doing no oils no butters for a year prior). And my hair also felt fine coming out of the braids. I was floored, I really was expecting just the absolute worst.
I can agree I couldn't figure out why my twist out was weighed down and a lot of build up I was doing what everyone doing using hair butters and hot oil treatment before my hair grew so fast with out them doing wash and gos
Yes it’s possible if you don’t like wash n go . If you like twists or braid out you can still use styling cream like Obia curl moisture cream, Camille rose almond j’ai twisting butter, curlMix Moisturizer
@@Amaspiritartist3 it was my issue at first but it does soften during the week. There some UA-camrs that I follow who does different combo. Maybe you might like what they use. One is Brittany Mia (she’s been showing her routine for twelve weeks ) and Rosie Amelia who’s been showing her journey
I’ve been doing this method for about a month and my hair is loving it! The only problem i’ve had is getting the right amount of product in my hair so it doesn’t flake 😅. Still adjusting to not being heavy handed. Getting a hooded dryer and consistently choosing Sunday as my “wash hour” day has made the experience of doing my hair feel luxurious and like I’m pampering myself. Before wash day use to feel like a chore and I would dread it. I would hog up the bathroom and leave with sore arms 😂. Now it’s a lot more efficient and therapeutic. Also choosing the right detangling tools have made a huge difference too! Still can’t believe I’ve been natural for 10 years and am just now figuring out my hair.
@@Amaspiritartist3 Nairobi foam is a popular option for people not using oils/butters, it has a soft/fluffy hold. Can be used for a twist out or braid out but the twists/braids still needs to be dried under a hooded dryer, left in for 12-24 hours for best results, then taken down the next morning. It’s definitely possible. For myself, I use strong hold gels/mousse and the hard feeling (if you mean the cast) only lasts 1-2 days anyway, it usually goes away after being slept on
I apologize, but I'm a little lost/confused. Can you show or record your no oil no butters routine? Maybe show what type of shampoo & conditioner you use 🤔? Again I apologize, I'm just confused and seriously need help. Will this method work on long hair?
My scalp is the thing. I have no issue not using oils or butters. I haven't put oil on my scalp from 2020 because i used to use alot on my scalp. But lately i noticed after almost 2 years, my scalp still gets flaky after a few days of being washed. So this week i took a litttleeeee bit of oil and massaged it just on my scalp and it helped. I've only done it once, so i don't know if i should continue
It would help to see a dermatologist to get to the bottom of your flaky scalp. You might benefit from using a medicated shampoo, but should talk to your doc first.
Great informative video. Will this method of caring for our hair stop one stranded knots. As I get these a lot at the ends of my hair I am currently using oils & butters but want to try and stop using these.
I never had a long term routine where I would remoisturise , do the LOC\LCO etc method on my hair every 2/3days. All I know is my hair capacity is 10 days. I have an active lifestyle so I reset every week. I think a lot of people have been doing no raw butter no oils for a minute, they just didn’t label it or made it a thing. I can actually think of a few people I know , and stylists I went to years back…it’s really not as revolutionary and crazy of a method as some think. Just like fashion we just recycle the same trends/ideas over and over.
Hey Jenn, so you don't deep condition ? Just the wash and go's? I haven't done butters and oils for a couple months and so far so good. I'm not doing wash and go's tho, mostly braiding my hair once a week after wash and condish...thanks for your videos
I haven't deep conditioned myself in over a year but saw a stylist in November who used a deep conditioner in my hair. The video is linked in the description box. I don't only do wash and I gos. I do twist outs, perm rod sets, leave my hair in twists at times. Basically the styles just without using raw oils and butters. I hope this helps.
Who would think 🤔 we would not used oils/butter on our hair when this was taught to us at a very young age? We sat between our mother legs and got our hair grease. We were told to oiled our scalp, prepoo with oils and then slathered oils and butter to style. Finally, the truth is we don't have to used oils or butter on our hair. How many years 😳 have we believed a lie?
I wouldn’t say it was a “lie” but definitely widely practiced with a lot of cultural references. This probably goes back to slavery. I hear we were using bacon grease way back to protect our hair because that’s what we had access too but don’t quote me on that. I have a book sitting my my office that I eventually want to read when it comes to haircare during slavery. I think as we grow and evolve, our haircare practices can too.
I also find water leaves my hair dry. And water's ph is 7 whereas hair is slightly acidic so im going to try to use products more acidic or make stuff acidic
I wonder what you mean by that? Do you just use water *only*? Because water is going to evaporate no matter what leaving nothing behind, hence why we use products with humectants to trap the water for as long as possible.
Do you live in an area with hard water? If you do you would have to regularly use chelating shampoo and get a water softener for your shower. She isn't saying use water only either.
I learned to pay real attention to my hair when I became a mom. I didn't really think about my hair care routine. I kept my hair clean. I have been a natural most of my life. I did relax my hair for a year or so. WASNT for me.
Do you use Innerscence Product line? I love the Color Radiance shampoo and conditioner even thought I don't have color treated hair. Because of you I am really considering a wash and go. I am a twist out with mousse girl. The process has become so easy, I hesitate to change. LOL
How about a favorite products vid with this method with stuff BESIDES Uncle Funkys and Innersense. I'm still watching the vid so if you do this at the end and I just haven't gotten to it yet, sorry!
I understand your new found commitment to your hair care maintenance BUT this LESS than dime-size amount of shedding I have (12-inches and Grow-ING) is telling me to STICK with my OILS and BUTTERS!!! THANKS!!! NO dandruff, no Flakey scalp...NO Nothing! I wash my hair when I NEED too! "Don't listen to Old Jenn...Listen to New Jenn!!!"
Honestly, hair creators over used products and that’s why hair felt stifled. I’ve always used a pea sized amount and of product. Shampoos to conditioners to moisturisers. Slapping a ton of products is never good
Girl look at you you are already trying to cut corners 🤣. The point is for you to get to know your hair and rehydrate (wash and condition) every 4-10 days. Not sure how you can best do that in braids. 🤷🏾♀️
@@fayth35 that’s all I we. Wash, condition, retwists with botanical gel (either Uncle funky or Camille rose) and repeat in a month. He doesn’t do anything else and his locks are down to his waist AFTER we cut off 8in a year ago. They are becoming problematic at this point lol
90% of the battle is learning to love your real hair as it is after decades of doing everything to hide it.
A word!
This....
Preach!
I can finally understand why some people say that it can take up to a year to really see how your hair looks/behaves when fully and consistently hydrated. My hair now has definition and curl separation without me actually having to really manipulate it, even during the wash process. Detangling takes maybe 5 minutes.
Honestly, staying the course definitely has its perks!
Me too!! I had the “typical ugly 4c” not I see tiny little cockscrews beginning at the shampoo stage. No breakage no shredding no tangles . Wet my hair daily if I like 🤩.
It’s soo thick !! I used to have what I though was a medium to heavy density !! Buildup of stuff on the hair 😩😩
That’s good to hear. I’m looking forward to my 1 year mark. I am definitely seeing improvements currently.
I wore sister locks for several years and this style involves not using oils or butter on the hair/scalp. I washed hair every 7-10 days, and my scalp was never dry or flaky despite not even using conditioner. When I cut my locs off I didn't understand why I needed oils/butters, but that is what the natural hair community taught so I tried it. My scalp did not like it! I thought I was some sort of strange exception until I came across BGC and the no oil/butter philosophy. It actually gave me permission to do what I knew worked best for my scalp.
My husband has locs and used to have horrible buildup when we used oils/beeswax etc. We tried a lot of things but we literally do the bare minimum now with washing/conditioning and I use a botanical gel to retwists. Buildup where? Not in my hair or his lol
Oils have never worked for me. My hair always felt oddly dry but oily at the same time. I called it OCD (oily - crunchy - dry). But greasy straw is so accurate too. Even though I would like for my hair to by shinier, I would rather skip the oil and accept the non shiny look because my hair itself is healthier
yeah the natural hair community really played us with the whole oil situation. i've been natural my entire life and somehow i was convinced that what worked for me was wrong!!! i grew up getting hot oil treatments BEFORE clarifying or using a butter on the ends of twists/braids and washed my hair every 1-2 weeks (depending on the style) and my hair was soooo healthy. this past year i've gone back to basics and my hair has been flourishing!! my scalp has never been healthier. i've noticed less flakes, higher moisture retention and less breakage since i've stopped using butters, creams and oils.
I’m totally in love with this routine❤❤❤. I started yesterday, and for the first time my hair is crazy soft, defined, and not greasy. If this happened in the first wash, can’t wait to see what’s going to happen in a month! I’m hooked. My confidence level is on high. I’m so proud of my kinky/curly hair.❤❤❤❤😊I tossed all my butters and oils. Oh, and you are flawless girl. Love your style!
It's amazing isn't it!? That was my first reaction as well and I am still going strong. I didn't throw away my butters though lol the Haitian in me used them on my body instead lmao x
I ended up not using oils and butters by accident and I love what it has done for my hair! I had locs, and I cut them off. It was my first time having a short cut so all I did was wash, condition & finger coil with gel. I absolutely LOVE my hair.
I have always tried to hide my hair. I hated it. It has grown so beautifully and my curls are sooooo beautiful! Instead of rushing to find my next weave to cover my hair because “it wasn’t manageable” I now look forward to wash day and just setting MY curls! I used to think something was wrong with my hair and the whole time there was just something wrong with the way I “took care” of it!! Love your content! Keeeeeeep pushing this content out! No shade to oils and butters but my results are just wow. I have never loved my hair as much as I do now!
Wow! I love this and so happy you made peace with your beautiful crown!
Honestly because my scalp is soo good now , that is reason enough for me now, not to go back to oils and butters. My scalp was ridiculous before, RICDICULOUS. There were may times I couldn't bare the itching, but NOT oiling my scalp has been the best thing I could have done for myself. I really thought I had dandruff or seborrheic dermatitis . Now I wash every 7 days that is my limit and even then my scalp isn't nearly as bad as it was then. Like Jenn said, it took time but it was worth it.
I thought I had dandruff too and did some many “treatments” smh
It takes me 3 hours as well and I have super dense hair, but I love the process. I play podcast or music, light a candle and its time to relax. You get to enjoy the process. Everything Jen said I agree!! You will be surprised how your hair will feel and look.
Self care! I love it! I hope you are doing well girl! ❤️
It’s been over a year since I’ve done no raw oils and butters from Black girl curls and I’m not going back. It really does take 8 months to 1 year to see a change. I’ve had so much issues with my scalp constantly flakey 2 days after washing my hair no matter how I clarified or oiled my scalp and now my scalp feels amazing no longer itchy unless it’s after 7 days. My hair is in its best state and I’ve been 10 years natural. Wash n gos never looked better and I have a better understanding of caring for my hair. It’s worth it. Hair stays hydrated.
Yesss! So happy to hear that!
I randomly stumbled onto this when it was trending.
Usually I complained about how the online natural hair community chases trends. But this time I decided to go all in.
I have no regrets. I love how my hair feels now. It's extra moisturized and best of all, I'm not longer leaving oil stains on my clothes/ pillows.
I read somewhere that we should learn to know our hair and get comfortable with it.
The way it feels, looks, smell.ect.
I did start touching my hair with gentleness and really enjoying the natural texture of my natural strands.
Speaking as someone who has never used raw oils or butter the process of shampoo, condition, and style does make natural hair care simple. I don't know if I'm an expert, but even with long hair it takes me no more than 1 1/2hrs. I'm a wash-n-go girl almost all of the time, but on occasion I wear a bun or a twisted updo. Depending on how my week is going and how that affects my hair I redo it every 4 -5 days because my scalp is oily and I don't want to deal with a lot of tangles.
Thank you for making me realize that this is what forever changed my scalp! I didn’t know I had transitioned until you explained your method. I used oil and butters to the extent that oil would drip down my face too lol..Now, I shampoo, condition and then moisturize minus the oil. I leave it alone protected all week and it’s still moisturized on wash day even if I decide to braid it out. I’ve seen so much growth doing this so I’m never going back! Thanks girl ❤️
I just started this routine again since deciding to regrow my hair. I can make it to 3-4 days before feeling dry. Trying to master this because i now have 2 daughters and i want them to learn it correctly from the beginning. Your hair is beautiful
Oh that’s amazing that you are keeping your daughters in mind! ❤️
Yes Jenn I can see how soft and fluffy your hair is; its absolutely beautiful!! And kudos to you for being a model example of how to evolve, own up to your past ways and embracing something new that is working for you!!
Thank you so much! My hair and I are in harmony and I love it!
Thanks for taking a look back on the no oil and butter. It does scare a lot of people. I started ease up on using oil back in 2019 (I had a consult with a hair specialist). It was not doing anything for me. I learned to wash n go. In 2020 I did wash for half of year. In 2021 I started to them all year and never looked back. We still can use oil but in formulated products…
I'm glad I knew early on that my hair hates oils. Wash and gos are literally wash and go for me, no need to define or anything, and I think it's because I keep it super simple: Shampoo, Conditioner, Leave in, maybe some kind of cream for hold. Small amounts of everything!
Great video!!!! I’ve been doing the No RAW oils and butters since September 2021 and my hair is thriving!!! I think we don’t give enough credits to Black girls curls for all this knowledge!
I would add 3 other tips:
1. Subscribe to See some curls (for at least 3 months if budget allows)
2. Partner with a tight curl specialist (trained by BCG if available in your area. The trip is so worth it!)
3. Get a shape! Accept to cut what needs to get cut!
Thanks again Jen for spreading the word 😊
I’ll play devils advocate and say that I don’t think think this method originated from BGC. I personally started my learning from Breanna Bell, another stylist on IG and first heard a stylist talk about this in 2011 (ish) on Taren Guy’s channel. BGC has definitely popularize this though and I do agree with your additional tips are seeing a curl specialist. It definitely makes learning this method easier (and faster) and one won’t have to sift through all of the misinformation on Beyoncé’s internet.
I really love your videos!!! Love how you are taking about the mental aspect of loving our hair…. I think this is my biggest challenge… I am working on just being ok with the way my hair looks in its very natural state… that mentality that my hair is nappy 🤦🏾♀️I’m trying to get over this
We kind of started this journey at the same time Jenn and I agree with everything you said! the only thing I did different is that my first month I washed my hair every day lol. I listened to BGC when they said if your hair feels dry wash it! and it felt dry every day so I was like, I guess we're going to experiment with this! I honestly feel like it worked though! I had fresh hair everyday, and eventually my sets started looking good for longer so I would go longer. Most recently I was washing my hair twice a week, and the past month I have been able to go over a week with my hair still looking great and feeling great. I also had a goal of no added hair for a year and made it happen! I was a maid of honor and got married with my natural hair out and I felt absolutely amazing doing it. My hair is fuller, I can see my curls even before I put products in my '4c' hair, my edges are behaving themselves with no problems, and I am just so in love with my hair now. I have a mirror on my desk when I work and I am constantly looking at her like, girl you look so good! lol. I want to thank you for sharing your journey with us because it definitely help me a lot. Keep being awesome my haitian sister!! I just have one wish: Can you grow you hair out next year? lolol jk. (kinda jk, I'd love to see it but I know you're loving the short hair and it looks great on you so I'm not mad hehe)
This is interesting. Did you find washing every day time consuming? And were you using styling products?
@@Chromagens I was working from home at the time and my work day started at 11 AM so I had time in the morning. I also have short hair so at most it would take me 2 hours including drying time so it wasn't bad. I actually enjoyed starting my day with washing my hair during that time. And yes I was using products. I shampooed and conditioned everyday and then used a botanical gel to style. I also find it interesting that some of the products i started with and didn't like, I can use now and it's a much better experience. I think it's partly my application, but also my hair is much healthier now so it's behaving itself for the most part :)
@@sabinemarie2159 wow, a great way to get a lot of practice in! I also hear you on liking some products more after technique and hair quality improves. I have noticed that my hair gets defined much easier now from consistent wash and gos as well. Thanks for replying 😊
Omg everyday!? But like someone else said, what a way to rip the bandage. I am so glad you are LOVING your hair. I’ll take your request to HR about me growing my hair out 🤣
@@JennJackson lol thank you!
I LOVEEEEE VLOGMASSSSSS
This is the first time I've actually kept consistent in watching a youtuber's vlogmass series. I just love you that much❤
I love you Jenn, it's that simple yes....people have to make their own decisions so if you're not interested just don't go commenting on what's the right thing to do and what not. I haven't tried no oils and butters completely, but I'm giving myself time to consider it. And I feel you girl, your hair is looking fabulous 😍, and the way you talked about your journey from oils and butters to not using any at all, is so captivating, even tho I watch most of your videos so I know what you talking about lol. I encourage you and others who are on the same journey to continue and to enjoy what works for you. I love you Jen , *🎼it's your girl hey hey it's your girl...JenJ ofcourse!🎼*hope you and hubby have a wonderful and a happy holiday ☃️...season greetings to you all!!! ❄❄🌲🎁
Thank you so much for this video! I kept refreshing to see when it was up😂 It was very informative and I think I’m more inclined to start the journey now!
Alsooo, the aesthetic of this video is 😍
Lol I know it’s late but… I need a peaceful morning to recenter. And right!? Loving the Christmas vibes!
Spent a year slowly cutting off my ends and WOW what a difference!
Right? These ends ain’t loyal lol
Hey Jenn 👋🏾 Thank you for sharing this video! When you first started this new journey I was so against it. I began to realize to have an open mind and you are still speaking positively about it! Also I don’t like to moisturize
My hair throughout the week anyways so why not try it! I got myself in a better place mentally and I’m just now starting to wash my hair once a week. I have mini locs. I am thinking about cutting them off and growing my hair out! Not quite sure yet. But I definitely will try this method regardless and see where it take me. Thank you for sharing once again I really enjoyed this and can not wait to try it!
I just started locs 3 months ago and I was SO worried about buildup and itchiness within my locs due to constant dandruff/scalp issues.
During month 1, I decided to stop oiling my scalp and hair and increase hydration by washing more often and misting with water/rose water only instead and drinking more water. MY SCALP HAS NEVER BEEN THE SAME.
It took a month for my scalp and hair to adjust but since then, no daily itching, inflammation and flaking. Only time I itch is right around wash day at the 2 week mark which tells me it’s time to wash
My advice is listen to your hair and not trends or what everyone is doing. Your hair and scalp may thank you
This was beautifully shot!
Thank you girl
I have been doing the No oils and butters for 3 years now. I see a big difference in my hair. It is way more defined and easy to manage. I love it!
Girl….it has definitely been a process to see definition. I started this No oils and butter journey after combing out my 5 year old locs. B4 my locs I rocked w n go’s regularly using Eco Styler gel. I had awesome definition but stiff hair.
Now I am 7 months in and seeing the fruits of my labor. I went to my stylist last week and she told me she could see the improvement and hydration. I did the work, which for me in the beginning…washing every 3 to 4 days. There were days…but I pushed through and now my hair is thriving with definition and body.
I learned through my loc journey about going through the process. It took a year for my hair to loc. So I am pushing through with my loose natural and definitely seeing improvement.
Now I have to work on getting the same results myself when I do my hair, lol.
Oh that’s amazing! Many told me the same thing to - give it time. It’s definitely a new journey and I love how you compared it to your loc journey. I have managed my expectations that my wash and goes won’t turn out like the stylists and that’s okay lol
Jenn Jenn girl you are looking fabulous. Glowing mama. I love it. So now you got me thinking why I've been having such bad scalp issues. I've been thinking about switching from oils and butters and like you said it's a mindset shift. I love your raw honesty and I'll be honest, bc it's coming from you and I've been following you for a while that's why I will make the switch. I'm not too trusting with hair advice from just anyone. Love you girl.
Thank you so much for this video! Your breakdown is really helpful. You have influenced me to use less oils and butters since you started your journey but I haven’t completely removed them from my routine. I have seen an improvement with my hair feeling more moisturized when I am layering less products and reducing the oils I add to my hair. I will take that leap of no oils/butters eventually 😅
One quick side bar: Since going natural, I have developed the irrational fear about letting any stylist touch it. I know I need a real trim because my ends give me grief. I have gone through many ups and downs with my hair (also while permed) when going to hair dressers and it always seems to end up damaged one way or another. Because of this I do my own protective styles and mini trims. I also dust my ends often to keep them relatively healthy. I know there are good stylists out there, I just need to look and be vocal about what I am looking for.
I had the same fear and that was AFTER seeing some stylists who didn’t who what to do with my hair. You aren’t alone. That’s why I make sure to thoroughly vet a stylist before I sit in their chair. They need to believe the same philosophy that I do AND have a book of receipts.
I agree with no oil and butter. I may occasionally add avocado oil to my hair to break a gel cast.
But otherwise, there is no need to add oil/butter as there is already oil in our hair conditioners and leave-in conditioners. Adding extra oil and butter on top is redundant.
Did it for a year with locs. Best descison ever. My hair has so much body.
Love the lot and vibe!
It makes sense to me; I learned a long time ago that putting oil on my scalp made it itchier. I'm looking forward to seeing your growth journey.
Thank you and stay tuned ❤️
I enjoyed watching your journey and openness to learning new info. I had a similar experience simplifying my routine :) the hair freedom I have now is great!
Thank you!
Love the lighting 😍😍😍 Color correcting game is on point sis… ♥️♥️
Ayeeee thank you for noticing! I loved this framing ❤️
Thanks for sharing Jen I’m so appreciative of you being patient with process and documenting it for us the audience I started this journey a few months before you did and it’s been quite a journey but I can attest to the improvement not only of my hair but my mindset, lifestyle and coins. It’s been so freeing! While I’m still growing out the wholes in my hair due to cutting it on straight/ blown-out hair I’m still enjoying my my hair more than I ever have and wearing it out the longest I’ve ever had wihr a greater sense of confidence.
Oils and butters have done me well, but I've eased up on them a lot since I saw you go to none.
One of the best videos I have ever seen on UA-cam
Thank you 🙏🏽
@@JennJackson you're welcome
I use olaplex #3, then I wash/condition and apply a leave-in (but it does have oil in it) and then I twist...My hair stays moisturized til I wash on day 6 or 7...I do wear my silk bonnet every night but I don't re-moisturize or spray anything..Sometimes I MIGHT add a little mousse ( only if I want to wear a twist-out after day 5..Don't use ANYTHING else and my hair is healthier than it's ever been..Good Luck everyone on your journey
A product having oil in it is fine. No RAW oil or butter means straight oil like castor or coconut from a jar, having oil in a formulated product is fine for the hair care method that Jen is talking about.
There’s a lot of BLACK Women that will not like this video or agree. They are making money off US purchasing all these over priced products. I love it!!! I will start this process immediately!!!
You look beautiful Jenn!!❤
I'm genuinely asking but did people really discovered that washing your hair weekly was better through the no oils and no butter thing or am I misunderstanding something. I've been natural since 2014 and maybe 1 year in my regimen I was washing my hair once a week. I remember privileging wigs because I could wash my hair weekly. I used and still use oil for my prepoo (when I feel like it) but I don't remember ever completely not using shampoo. The most I went was using shampoo once every 2 weeks and I'm not prone to dandruff or any scalp issue. I've seen with great pleasure how this method made more enjoyable doing their hair for many women but some of the things that people seem to discover now I feel many UA-camrs I followed were saying back in 2014 or 2017 (when I realized I wasn't patient enough to learn how to properly install a wig).
Thank you for this. just did one week with no oils no butters and was worried about needing to remoisturize midweek 🙂 glad to hear it will take some time in general for hair to feel fully hydrated. I am committed to this method because oils were definitely not working for my hair, but i just kept doing it lol no idea why
Oh it definitely take more that a week for your hair to retain more hydration. I would say for the first month I felt I needed to “remoisturize” but i didn’t and just washed weekly.
Ooh I enjoy waking up and seeing how my hair slept during the night.
Thank you so much for sharing your journey. I decided to try it and love it. Oils and butters always made my hair feel weighed down. Keep sharing the good news.
Oh I’m so glad to hear that! Welcome to the other side 🥰❤️
I stopped putting oil on my scalp a long time ago but I find that style wise, I prefer how I look with twist outs vs wash and goes. I like the stretch that twist outs give me and with my curl pattern I just don’t find wash and goes look like my hair is “done” 🤷🏾♀️
Jenn J is the go-to-girl for hair care.
Luv this video 🥰💙.. thank you for sharing these tips.. yes definitely giving Christmas/Holiday vibes -luv it 🥰
I do still use butters on the ends of my hair but I naturally transitioned away from oils because my hair and scalp just didn't like it. Once I started paying attention to what my hair wanted it was easy. I wash depending on how my hair feels so usual every 1-2 weeks and I deep condition every time. If my hair needs moisturizing I just add a little water and it plumps right up. I'm not against oils and butters they just don't work on my 4c hair.
Thanks for sharing!!
Just curious. Why do you use them on your ends if they don't work for your hair?
@@gurlwkinkscurls8146 The oils made my scalp itch. When I put my hair in twists or braids I use mango butter on the ends to keep them from drying out.
Hey lady J 👋! Would love to see a natural hair gift guide 😄.
I adore seeing you loving and enjoying your hair. ❤️ Very inspiring! Happy Holidays 🎶🎁
Thank you! You too!
What do you specifically mean by raw oils? ... this video is great! And I agree with a lot of the information because my hair flourished more without oils especially when not using oils as a leave in product apposed to using it in a deep conditioner or as a wash out treatment. When things in my life change (out side if my hair regimen) usually I tend to fall off the consistency train and my hair suffers so ya consistency is key! I would love to see you and Nappyfu do more collaborations especially since she uses oils in her regimen occasionally I feel conversations would be very interesting. Also maybe do a no oils or butter challenge! & again great video Jen, thank you! :)
Like raw coconut oil, raw castor oil, raw olive oil etc...
@@berthandiba7695 what's non raw oil?
@@JFPRECIOUS when the oil is processed in the product. Most of the products already have oils in it, the difference is its not in raw state
@@berthandiba7695 ook thank you so if I mix oils in my deep conditioner is no longer considered a raw oil?
@jfprecious your deep conditioner definitely has oil in it already. Honestly you don't have to add oil to it. In my previous comment, when I meant the oil has processed with other ingredients during the manufacturing of the shampoo, or conditioner. So the oil is no longer in its raw form. If you mix the oil in the your deep conditioner, you are using raw oil in its raw state. Watch Jen's videos on raw oils and butter, they are very informative.
When I use oils on my scalp it it itches by day 2 so I stopped oiling it long time ago especially after washday and i can do up to 7 days without issues. My current routine involves scooping and spreading on blown out hair as recommended by green beauty and i really like how my scalp, hair looks and feels. I still prepoo with it and use raw butters and other oil/butter based products in my routine and I will not stop. When you see oil seeping into your pillows and stuff you have used too much or you have low porosity hair. Am glad the NONB routine is working for you
And another point. When you think about it, going all that time in between washes is not hygienic at all! You wash you body everyday but wikket you hair go a whole month?? Your hair is exposed to everything your body is and ppl don't think so. It their scalp stinks. And you can scratch the buildup with toy fingernail. Please start washing weekly even if you are using oils and butters.
I did this by accident. I felt like I couldn’t re-moisturize effectively when I used oils and butters so I just weeded them out. I realized I wasn’t using them and tried again and remembered why I stopped.
I was tempted to try them again as a way to "test them out on half of my hair" but I was like NAHHHH lol
@@JennJackson don’t blame you! When u find something that works, stick with it!
Can I put in a hair video request?
I think I might just give the no oils method a try. Thank you for sharing your experience on this with us❤
You are so welcome
Thank you for this 😊 I know this information will help so many!
I’m sold….Pral mete lwil ak krèm mwen yo sou kote pou 3 mwa. I’ll keep you posted.
Lol yes girl, put it down gently and give yourself time to adjust!
I must say I am not a no oils, butter 4C natural. I admire those who can do this. I do need something to ease the friction. Never had dry itchy scalp.
Thanks sis. Butters never worked for my 4c hair. I think the weather can also make a big difference for Me at least.
Gotta say - I need an heavy cut to try this method again. I had a lot of fall out with this method.
I think it was really the shampoo session that makes the process of detangle easier.
However, I’m still using eco and cream - but I throughly shampoo - clarify and moisturize shampoo. Deep condition add a touch of henna and aloe powder to my deep conditioner. My hair is so much easier to detangle, style and set - micro towel dry and blow dry. Takes a while to dry - with my HIGH DENSITy, high porosity, 4a strands. But my tangles are at bey. I do apply bond oil curl smith to my ends - and I oil my scalp and apply additional oil pre wash.
Great video !!!!
Soooo, I’m 62 and I had about 18 inches of relaxed hair. I’ve had my hair cut twice and I’ve used no heat on my hair. I’m slowly learning how to twist my hair. I do drink plenty of water. I’ve not figure out what hair type I have nor porosity 🤷🏽♀️. I do know it takes a minute for water to get to my scalp. And I’m so done buying all these different products. I don’t think I’m going back to relaxers… I have no problem with just using water. I have plenty of oils and Shea butters. I was shampooing with black soap and them using a Shea mixture to twist. I’m looking for answers. I really enjoyed this video and subscribed as well.
I hope this message isn't deleted with the naysayers. I noticed all the responses are pro no oil and butter...😵My hair dries within minutes (like 5 minutes - no joke) after washing. No oils and butter would be no hair. This works for some I guess but impossible for someone with outrageously high porosity.
I feel like I'm slowly transitioning out of oils and butters. Went from coconut oil 👎 to grease (felt good but HATED the build up and oiliness) to olive oil and coconut oil mix (mostly just looking for something light and SHINEEEE). My olive and coconut oil mix is almost done now, I'm not really interested in refilling it, I'm more interested in finding really good moisturiser. A lot of the ones I've tried in my country suckkkk or are super expensive :( that's all I need and I think I'll be set. Not a fan of oily pillow cases🥲
❤️this convo
Yes!!! I was like why is this design essential foam so sticky!!!! But I guess it’s my hair transitioning
I haven't used that one but when I started using the doux, I felt the SAME way. But now, I love it lol x
a trim or cut is everthing
Literally life changing
🤔🤔🤔 I’ve also been thinking about wash and go’s with long hair… is it the same?? I mean the tangles… 😢
My hair is long and I've been doing wash and go styling for years. As long as I redo my hair every 4 - 7 days I don't have many tangles and detangling is easy. Some people can go longer but you would have to figure out your personal length of time between shampoos
It’s easier
I had braids for the first time in years (was doing no oils no butters for a year prior). And my hair also felt fine coming out of the braids. I was floored, I really was expecting just the absolute worst.
I can agree I couldn't figure out why my twist out was weighed down and a lot of build up I was doing what everyone doing using hair butters and hot oil treatment before my hair grew so fast with out them doing wash and gos
Is it possible to do no oils and butters without using gel and mousse?
Yes it’s possible if you don’t like wash n go . If you like twists or braid out you can still use styling cream like Obia curl moisture cream, Camille rose almond j’ai twisting butter, curlMix Moisturizer
I just don’t like the hard feeling of my hair with gel
@@Amaspiritartist3 it was my issue at first but it does soften during the week. There some UA-camrs that I follow who does different combo. Maybe you might like what they use. One is Brittany Mia (she’s been showing her routine for twelve weeks ) and Rosie Amelia who’s been showing her journey
I’ve been doing this method for about a month and my hair is loving it! The only problem i’ve had is getting the right amount of product in my hair so it doesn’t flake 😅. Still adjusting to not being heavy handed. Getting a hooded dryer and consistently choosing Sunday as my “wash hour” day has made the experience of doing my hair feel luxurious and like I’m pampering myself. Before wash day use to feel like a chore and I would dread it. I would hog up the bathroom and leave with sore arms 😂. Now it’s a lot more efficient and therapeutic.
Also choosing the right detangling tools have made a huge difference too!
Still can’t believe I’ve been natural for 10 years and am just now figuring out my hair.
@@Amaspiritartist3 Nairobi foam is a popular option for people not using oils/butters, it has a soft/fluffy hold. Can be used for a twist out or braid out but the twists/braids still needs to be dried under a hooded dryer, left in for 12-24 hours for best results, then taken down the next morning. It’s definitely possible. For myself, I use strong hold gels/mousse and the hard feeling (if you mean the cast) only lasts 1-2 days anyway, it usually goes away after being slept on
I apologize, but I'm a little lost/confused. Can you show or record your no oil no butters routine? Maybe show what type of shampoo & conditioner you use 🤔? Again I apologize, I'm just confused and seriously need help. Will this method work on long hair?
My scalp is the thing. I have no issue not using oils or butters. I haven't put oil on my scalp from 2020 because i used to use alot on my scalp. But lately i noticed after almost 2 years, my scalp still gets flaky after a few days of being washed. So this week i took a litttleeeee bit of oil and massaged it just on my scalp and it helped. I've only done it once, so i don't know if i should continue
It would help to see a dermatologist to get to the bottom of your flaky scalp. You might benefit from using a medicated shampoo, but should talk to your doc first.
Thanks for the update, one question do you still deep condition your hair after shampooing
Great informative video.
Will this method of caring for our hair stop one stranded knots. As I get these a lot at the ends of my hair I am currently using oils & butters but want to try and stop using these.
I never had a long term routine where I would remoisturise , do the LOC\LCO etc method on my hair every 2/3days. All I know is my hair capacity is 10 days. I have an active lifestyle so I reset every week.
I think a lot of people have been doing no raw butter no oils for a minute, they just didn’t label it or made it a thing. I can actually think of a few people I know , and stylists I went to years back…it’s really not as revolutionary and crazy of a method as some think.
Just like fashion we just recycle the same trends/ideas over and over.
Very true! I remember a black stylist talk about it maybe back in 2011 and I was like BLASPHEMY! Look at me now lmao
Hey Jenn, so you don't deep condition ? Just the wash and go's? I haven't done butters and oils for a couple months and so far so good. I'm not doing wash and go's tho, mostly braiding my hair once a week after wash and condish...thanks for your videos
I haven't deep conditioned myself in over a year but saw a stylist in November who used a deep conditioner in my hair. The video is linked in the description box. I don't only do wash and I gos. I do twist outs, perm rod sets, leave my hair in twists at times. Basically the styles just without using raw oils and butters. I hope this helps.
@@JennJackson thanks!
Who would think 🤔 we would not used oils/butter on our hair when this was taught to us at a very young age? We sat between our mother legs and got our hair grease. We were told to oiled our scalp, prepoo with oils and then slathered oils and butter to style. Finally, the truth is we don't have to used oils or butter on our hair. How many years 😳 have we believed a lie?
I wouldn’t say it was a “lie” but definitely widely practiced with a lot of cultural references. This probably goes back to slavery. I hear we were using bacon grease way back to protect our hair because that’s what we had access too but don’t quote me on that. I have a book sitting my my office that I eventually want to read when it comes to haircare during slavery. I think as we grow and evolve, our haircare practices can too.
I also find water leaves my hair dry. And water's ph is 7 whereas hair is slightly acidic so im going to try to use products more acidic or make stuff acidic
I wonder what you mean by that? Do you just use water *only*? Because water is going to evaporate no matter what leaving nothing behind, hence why we use products with humectants to trap the water for as long as possible.
Do you live in an area with hard water? If you do you would have to regularly use chelating shampoo and get a water softener for your shower.
She isn't saying use water only either.
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I learned to pay real attention to my hair when I became a mom. I didn't really think about my hair care routine. I kept my hair clean. I have been a natural most of my life. I did relax my hair for a year or so. WASNT for me.
Thanks for the info
Do you use Innerscence Product line? I love the Color Radiance shampoo and conditioner even thought I don't have color treated hair. Because of you I am really considering a wash and go. I am a twist out with mousse girl. The process has become so easy, I hesitate to change. LOL
I’ve only bought I Create Hold but a stylist used they hydrating conditioner and I am considering it as well.
Love it
How about color natural hair can we use the same products as natural hair ❤
Yes but you would want to incorporate protein treatments into your routine
I stopped a year ago and finally starting to flourish
It takes time to fully grasp the concept
Please what products can I use or just my regular products I use before l want to give it a try
How about a favorite products vid with this method with stuff BESIDES Uncle Funkys and Innersense. I'm still watching the vid so if you do this at the end and I just haven't gotten to it yet, sorry!
Where do you store your hooded dryer 🤦🏾♀️
In my basement 👏🏽
@@JennJackson oye!!!! Step 2… get a basement lol
@@mydestiny84 lmao 😂
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Wow tell me WHAT YA DOING??? My hair needs a change as ALWAYS…
Hi Jenn, what do you recommend for people who do not have access to botanical gels? I use leave-in and creams?
Yes, leave-ins, creams, mousse are all suitable
Is there a lot of breakage/loss of length with this method?
But that I’ve noticed. When done properly, your hair becomes more hydrated reducing breakage
I understand your new found commitment to your hair care maintenance BUT this LESS than dime-size amount of shedding I have (12-inches and Grow-ING) is telling me to STICK with my OILS and BUTTERS!!! THANKS!!! NO dandruff, no Flakey scalp...NO Nothing! I wash my hair when I NEED too! "Don't listen to Old Jenn...Listen to New Jenn!!!"
Glad you are enjoying your journey
@@JennJackson Thank You Jenn!!!
Honestly, hair creators over used products and that’s why hair felt stifled. I’ve always used a pea sized amount and of product. Shampoos to conditioners to moisturisers. Slapping a ton of products is never good
Can I transition with my hair braided?
Girl look at you you are already trying to cut corners 🤣. The point is for you to get to know your hair and rehydrate (wash and condition) every 4-10 days. Not sure how you can best do that in braids. 🤷🏾♀️
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Hi Jenn, I have 3 months starter locs. What are the recommended products to replace oils and butter?
I actually use the same botanical gels that I use to retwists my husbands locs and he gets zero buildup, which is amazing.
@@JennJackson thank you and what do you use to moisturize it?
@@fayth35 that’s all I we. Wash, condition, retwists with botanical gel (either Uncle funky or Camille rose) and repeat in a month. He doesn’t do anything else and his locks are down to his waist AFTER we cut off 8in a year ago. They are becoming problematic at this point lol
@@JennJackson I really appreciate you responding thank u so much