2 Month Old Twists Takedown- How to Retain Length With Protective Styling| Hair Update & Chit Chat

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Protective style growth results. Protective styles for 4c hair growth. This video covers how to grow 4c hair in twists, how to care for natural 4c hair or any hair type in a protective style. I go over hair growth tips for growing long hair, my hair regimen for long healthy hair, and how to reduce breakage through low manipulation protective styling. I talk about how to actually do protective styles properly to allow for growth. You can have protective styles without loosing your edges, experiencing a lot of breakage, or any other things that can commonly be associated with protective styling, but it requires a lot of care. In this video I go over hair growth tips for natural hair and relaxed hair. I answer questions like- Are protective styles good for natural hair? are protective styles good for edges? and how to maintain and grow healthy edges in protective styles using my protective style "growth oil" mix of castor oil and rosemary oil for hair growth, and avoiding heavy or tight styles along your edges. This video also explains how to grow 4c hair under wigs with braids, or any protective styles and generally, how to grow 4c hair thicker and longer with protective styling. As you may know, protective styles grew my hair in the past, and they are what I will continue using to grow my hair now. My hair regimen for 4c natural hair growth is very simple- I do a lot of protective styling! What is different though is that I do it without experiencing a lot of breakage. I give hair tips for growing long natural hair and relaxed hair. I go over my hair growth journey and exactly what I did to learn how to grow hair past your growth plateau. I show you how to grow long healthy natural hair and long healthy relaxed hair. While there is really not much you can do to grow your natural hair faster, what you can do is learn how to reduce breakage of natural hair or relaxed hair and how to retain more length! I hope this video helps you.

[@alantai6064]

Once I realized the idea of length retention, everything changed for me! Like she said your hair is always growing. You just have to avoid breakage while maintaining the length that you have and your hair will flourish!

[@SeunOkimi]

Yes!!

[@reina-knasz]

Put me through please..I have volume but no length

[@mira3903]

i literally restarted my hair growth journey bc of length retention 💀 i’m done with blowout twists, braids then strain ur scalp and give breakage im just gon roll w it ngl😭

[@tiahnarodriguez3809]

@@reina-knasz Low manipulation styles, leaving my hair alone when it’s not wash day, and being gentle with shampoo and detangling changed the game for me. Also, wearing a satin scarf or bonnet.

[@reina-knasz]

@@tiahnarodriguez3809 thank You Girl ❤️

[@Ellesappellejejeje]

My sister kept her braids down yesterday after 4 months. IT RETAINED Length, grew about 4-5 inches. Took the whole day to take down and about 3 hours of sectioning, hand combing with a little bit of brushing and detangling. Her hair is now down to her back about 6 more inches and it can get waist level. The Secret is Less MANIPULATION AND TENSION on our hair.

[@alvinaanimates4877]

What was her routine with the braids?

[@Nikky10000]

HELLO SHE ASKING A QUESTION I'D LIKE TO KNOW AS WELL

[@mesarypaul5824]

Is braids or cornrows easier to take down and detangle after 4 months. I want to also be keeping my hair 4 months but I’m scared it will break when I’m taking it out due to the knots from build up

[@Ellesappellejejeje]

@@mesarypaul5824 cornrows are easier to take down. My advice here would be to wash it first then take it down when it’s only a little bit damp, not completely dry nor completely wet then separate with your hands before coming with a wide comb(starts from the bottom to your roots.)

[@taquinmcmullen6490]

My hair will lock up badly. The longest I can go is about a month and a half

[@AshleyChiLLi]

I would love to keep smaller twists in for longer than 3 weeks, but around that time, they literally start to loc especially at the back where I have a looser texture. For me what’s been working well is braids with no extensions. No locking even at the 6 week point and they sit pretty flat so you can even put them under a wig.

[@SeunOkimi]

I love that! Yes! More jumbo twists may be better as well!

[@Jaliseemo]

This is what I’ve been doing for the past couple of months and it’s worked wonders for me! Like Seun mentioned in the video once I realized I just need to leave my hair alone it changed my whole outlook!

[@istuckmypeepeeinsomecheeri2394]

try starting them off as a braid first, that’s what i do

[@AMumJournies]

I keep my twists for two weeks , then unravel wash and back into small twists again. I wear them like a bob as it also helps with the thickness of my hair.

[@kafenelily2125]

Ashley ChiLLi I just retwisted my mini twists yesterday Ive have them for 6 weeks now They were locked i was panicing,then i tried putting shea butter on each twist b4 unraveling it Guess what They came out without any stress,it was like it lubricated the hair 😁😁😁

[@dobisally6782]

Its amazing how you can find someone who can finally bring solutions to a problem you have been facing for so long! I have an extra fine hair and extremely scanty too but the day I discovered and started practicing your "protective styling /low manipulation techniques, I have seen tremendous results in two years. I recently took down a 4mnth loc hair style and posted on my status and I got a whole lot of comments about how my hair grew from nose to lower lip length. People were amazed! You have a gift from God for saving lives this way. Keep it up. Sending you so much love from Cameroon. Merci beaucoup.

[@SeunOkimi]

Aw, that makes me so happy! Im so glad! I agree, knowledge is truly power!

[@wangarikibaara1826]

I support this message 1000000%. Leaving your hair alone is the best thing you can do. I wash mine once a month. I do chunky twists and rock headwraps 95% of the time. The health, length, volume is just out of this world. Find what works for you but leave your hair alone as much as possible.

[@reina-knasz]

So mo combing hair Right

[@ewesiijeawele9268]

Doesn't the head wrap soak in all the moisture from the hair? Also how do you get them to stay on your head all through the day and not fall out?

[@wangarikibaara1826]

@@reina-knasz i finger detangle 99% of the time. I use a comb when I feel my fingers are not enough which is roughly once every two months. I spray my hair with water almost daily and add some oil if needed.

[@wangarikibaara1826]

@@ewesiijeawele9268 it doesn't because I tie a satin scarf first and then the headwrap on top. For it to stay on you have to be concious of the technique you are using. KZbin is your friend.

[@blessingbeauty14_]

Same

[@wengezumusa]

I've realised when I leave my hair in small knotless braids and don't manipulate it becomes thicker and doesn't break much. Definitely leaving one's hair works for hair growth.

[@prieryals4945]

Just imagine if u did that same style for another year with small breaks in between, your hair will be soooo long. It's already grown soooo much, how exciting! I love your advice it just makes so much sense. Can't wait to see a wash day video! I'm transitioning from relaxed hair ( Oct 2021) back to all natural which is going great!! I see a stylist every three weeks, and I ALWAYS get cornrows with a braided bun.

[@miZZPortah]

I'm currently wearing box braids, I think it has been my favorite protective style so far. Wanted to add: I really appreciate your videos and congratulations on your progress. Keep it going!

[@RobinInTheCut]

Hi 👋🏼 Seun! I just wanna let you know that you were inspiration for me to start my natural hair growth journey. I’m so glad that I’m going along with you on the ride. I have retained since I started three years ago 2019, 12 inches of growth!! I recently styled my hair in large knotless braids for 2 1/2 months. Then I went to the hair stylist and I needed my hair colored because part of my hair is gray and I couldn’t believe how long my hair was I had to make her stop so I can look at it it was just like I was and I never thought that it would get that long!! Thanks 🙏 for sharing your wonderful hair journey and helping me with mine 🥰

[@nylorac1984]

Makes total sense. Not manipulating the hair as much explains why hair that is locked grows and grows without breaking off as much. There are of course several catches for the loose hair natural, namely the style or lack of one. How does one either get comfortable rocking wash day plants, or jazz them up with an assortment of scarfs or wigs. Personally wigs never worked for me. I think scarves would work better, but I don't feel like every work environment would allow for them. There is also the issue of carrying for hair that is being left alone, especially the scalp. Some people have to wash more often. For me I have found that washing hair in a style causes knots, tangles and more detangling efforts down the line. The maximum duration of a style is determined by the frequency of needing to wash my scalp. For me that limits me to two weeks as my scalps happy place. Totally wish I could go longer like 2 months with a style, but alas.

[@redeemedbythecross1669]

12:15 mark...such a real nugget of truth. A lot of consumerism has come round through us being sold into the false truth of having to buy the answer to our insecurities..hair products, make-up, body enhancing clothes etc...makes u really think and realise how the answers we need are really all in Jesus and knowing our identity in him ❤️

[@nonyeiweanoge2536]

Seun,you have changed my hair growth journey for the better.Thank you sooo much.I've been trying to grow my hair for 4 years and ever since I found your channel,my hair has actually been growing.

[@SeunOkimi]

That makes me really happy to know!!

[@nikkiq5124]

I totally agree. Leaving my hair alone has done wonders for my length

[@breonaamaryllis7890]

Love your protective style take down videos! They are one of my favorites from you.

[@essieabwa-njie9071]

I think you're my hair twin! I've been following you since before you did the big chop 3 years ago and I'm loving your advice. It just makes sense! Keep it simple. I've been on this journey for some time now. I want to finally take the reins of my hair care and really give my hair the love it needs. Starting TODAY, everything will be intentional. My goal is mid-back length hair. Part of my reason for that goal is to prove to others that I can do it. The MAJOR reason is to prove it to myself. I want to prove that I can grow my hair; I can take good care of my mind, body, skin, and hair. I'm following you on your journey because you're inspiring. Its not a race; I want to walk on this journey with you and the millions of other women who are learning and growing and loving the hair that comes out of our scalp! Thank you so much for your videos.

[@anythingispossiblewithgod1879]

Your hair grew so fast. Congratulations. I have been natural for almost all my life and my hair is stuck in one place.

[@thenameisnanab2859]

I followed your videos for your relaxed hair journey when my hair was relaxed and I saw much improvement with my hair but in 2020 I decided to have a big chop and I realized later you had started your natural hair journey too so I followed I love the way your hair has grown My hair is currently in a protective style and I'm aiming for 3months I love the simplicity and truth in your videos, I've seen it work, love from Ghana 🥰

[@AlexiaSmith]

I use to leave my twist in (haven’t got to this length of time) but now I do braids. I can’t wait to watch this video later.

[@SeunOkimi]

🙌🏾❤️

[@emmanuellafreeman7409]

Been following your tips over the last 4 months and managed to get from shoulder length to your current length stretched. Thank you 😊 💓

[@SeunOkimi]

that makes me so happy to know that it has been helpful!!

[@WordsPictures997]

This video is EVERYTHING! You've just given me language I needed. Had locs for 5 years because I wanted something simple I could maintain by myself and not take up too much time. I'll definitely say it showed me that my hair thrives with low manipulation and minimal products. Recently cut my locs and after watching this video I'm excited for a better natural hair experience. Thank you Seun!

[@MissChris.]

Same. Combed mine out after 7yrs, I'm in love with my curls but I found being a straight hair natural works best for me overall.

[@WordsPictures997]

@@MissChris. I can definitely relate! Thank you for sharing.

[@SeunOkimi]

Yes!! You are very welcome!❤

[@llorzz]

recently started washing my hair in twists, and it's sooooo much easier!

[@emmanuellandombeson6610]

I've been keeping my hair natural for years now and seeing your videos always motivates me. You're the only one that helped me understand the best way to use protective styles to grow hair and it keeps growing more and more. I'll try keeping twists for three months as well 😁 Your hair is growing so fast. Seriously 😍 Thanks for the great content you keep sharing with us. Be Blessed

[@SeunOkimi]

To you as well! It makes me happy to know that it has helped you!!

[@EmmanuellaUdofia]

Name twins x

[@mamoyoT]

Seun I always like coming here. You are to me the daughter / child I never had. I find you so inspiring,caring and kind. May good bless you Seun.

[@SeunOkimi]

Thank you so much!!!

[@polishedjoy123]

You're hair has grown it look GREAT! I love that genuine surprise when you saw how long your hair had grown pretty cool!.

[@ommaume]

I've been doing the low manipulation method by leaving my hair in twists or braids for 3 weeks or more...it really works

[@tarynmichelleart]

Hair journey is going great! Finally at nipple length before 3 years of growth. I am 5’3. The last style I did was mini braids as a protective style I wore out. I kept them in for 5 weeks. I washed them a few times but I need a thorough wash. It’s a great style for this hot weather! Plus I am healing my cartilage piercings so I need my hair to be contained.

[@SeunOkimi]

I love that!!

[@marianacarneiro7180]

I dunno why I’m getting emotional over this but it’s so nice to see someone I can relate to. I’m about to reach my 1 year post big chop milestone and it’s been such a beautiful journey for me, learning how to take care of her, trying new styles and just falling in love with my hair. Which upsets me to say wasn’t a reality for my younger self. It’s been a challenge but I’m so glad I went on this journey and so happy with the growth I’ve experienced within myself, thank you for being a part of that ❤️

[@SeunOkimi]

Aw, I love that!❤️❤️❤️

[@Ogechime]

I leave my hair in twists. I never had any results with twists in the past, mini braids is usually my go to. But the stylist braided the roots and then twisted the rest. My hair grew so much. I washed my hair every two/three weeks and redid them and I had this routine for two months. I would use leave in conditioner and grease as a sealant. I have high porosity hair, my hair would stay moisturized for a whole week. My hair became so thick, and from shoulder length, it grew to close to bra strap length. I also used threads to stretch out my twists to prevent single strand knots. Usually when I leave my hair out, my hair would become so dry, but now my hair stays moisturized the whole day

[@lanaya4451]

I have the same problem with knots on my twists, do you thread the whole twist or just the ends?

[@ewesiijeawele9268]

Do you wear scarves when you want to lie down? If 'No', then what do you do to avoid your bed soaking in the moisture? Because I also have high porosity but any time I lie down after moisturizing my hair, it becomes so dry😩😥

[@Ogechime]

@@lanaya4451 I thread my twists in 2 sections, i start from the middle of my twists and thread down until I cover the hair completely. This has helped me to prevent single strand knots. Also I moisturize my ends before threading so it doesn’t dry up

[@Ogechime]

@@ewesiijeawele9268 if your bed is soaked, it means your hair is too wet. Just spritz some water, not too much. I don’t usually moisturize at night time or cover my hair immediately after I moisturize so I haven’t had this problem. I suggest you check your products too because sometimes that’s what causes your hair to dry out fast

[@janellelives5158]

I’ve been natural my whole life, but my 4c hair has stayed around shoulder and collar bone length. It’s definitely because of breakage, dryness and dandruff issues. There were a couple months where I did twists & I saw lots of growth. I only retained that length for a couple months. I’m going to try growing it again.

[@ashleigh_robyn]

Our natural hair journeys are really alike and you were the one who convinced me to finally big chop. I big chopped around 3 months ago and have been natural about a year and 3 months. Watching your videos and seeing your growth is making me excited for my own hair journey :)

[@marthakatongo101]

Girl your smile is wow…..always looking forward for new video from you, You have helped to grow my hair…

[@FineNaturalHairROCKS]

Gorgeous! I love how well you take care of both your relaxed and your natural hair. You're truly an icon!!!! 😍🙌🏾

[@SeunOkimi]

Thank you!!!!❤️

[@Moyo_K]

I’m just taking down my braids and I enjoyed this video. The friendly chat is everything 🫶🏽🫶🏽

[@estheroluwatoyin5311]

"The best way to change the world is by understanding it." Love that saying. :)❤

[@odbrittany]

I was diagnosed with seborrheic dermatitis two years ago and it has been so hard finding products that dont cause a flare up. Now that I have, I can focus on length retention. Following your growth has been inspiring

[@redrose14152]

Your hair is growing so fast and nicely 👍🏽

[@jamaicanmommy]

Ikr!?☺

[@prettylittleliarsforever5902]

I’m at the same length I was when she cut it 😭

[@redrose14152]

@@prettylittleliarsforever5902 girl I know ur pain 😩.. her nape is the same length as mine lmaoo. My nape is very stubborn

[@cecesopretty]

I stopped doing braids and plaits in my hair 2 months ago now I just do my protective styles in twists and it saved my edges and length retention too

[@TamarasTreasureTrove]

10:00-11:48 = probably the most important part of this video. This is a prophetic word, too. The more we rest, the more room God has to work and that rest includes leaving our hair alone. Thanks, hunny!

[@darash555]

Wow wow your hair is growing gracefully. I'm taking my twists down as i type. My hair use to lock when i twist it so now i add a bit of kinky hair and it can stay for long without locking. I'm seeing some growth,thanks for sharing your hair journey with us. Beautiful hair.

[@SeunOkimi]

That's smart! Thank you!!

[@Oreoluwa]

Funny enough I just got twists yesterday just came combing your channel to see what you had to say about mini twists and natural hair. And I was legit like woahhh, Seun okimi hasn't done twists yet? I was super shocked lool. And you upload this. Yes girl!

[@briannafraser6084]

I keep my mini twists in for an entire month and I don't have like any major problems with it. While I have them in, every other day I oil my scalp and use grease along the length of my hair to keep it from getting dry, yes I just use grease, if I use a leave-in or a cream, I will have too much build up, and I can't have that because I wash my hair every four weeks. It works best because my hair isn't dry as it used to be when I used to wash my hair bi- weekly. To take down my hair from any style, no matter what it is, be it low manipulation, a short term protective style or a long term protective style, I use oil to take down always, the shed hairs LITERALLY just slide out, conditioner is catastrophic for me, all the knots or matting that I would have developed over the course of the protective style would be made worse no matter how careful I am.

[@tashajones3661]

Omg girl you better preach.

[@dasiahemmings4177]

Love watching your videos.....I recently took down my protective style which I had for almost 2 months and before that I had in another protective style for two full months....Happy to say I have been seeing some progress 💃🏾.

[@SeunOkimi]

That's awesome!!

[@strudelh]

Girl your hair is growing so fast, I've been growing it for almost 3 years and it's still at collarbone length (stretched 😭). Maybe it's because I shaved it when I started but still lol.

[@SeunOkimi]

That's still good!! I hope my videos may help show the different ways you could go about things to retain additional length as well! I think the two videos I mentioned at the beginning of this video are especially incredibly incredibly helpful

[@anekadarling1867]

Same

[@daughterofyah6209]

That is actually still pretty good for a buzz cut

[@strudelh]

@@SeunOkimi thank you sm !!

[@helga8338]

Hang in there my dear🥺. Try following Seun's routine/tips. After 5 years natural, i've finally managed to grow my hair way beyond earlobe length.

[@youcannotspeaktomeanyhow]

This is exactly how I grew my hair to now a length similar to yours. People are always asking me what products they should use and I'm like just leave it be. And they don't get it🥺

[@joyharuna9679]

This was really helpful. I say it often that you don't have to break the bank to grow your hair healthy and long. Thank you for sharing. I love your authenticity. I've been watching your videos since you were on relaxed hair and it's my first time commenting. Much love from Nigeria Seun. Keep it up

[@extraordinary_woman]

That’s amazing… we all were just as shocked as you omg 😱🙌🏾 methods are tried and true.

[@JohannaDenny]

The world DOES profit greatly on insecurities! You're absolutely right.

[@talltalllady]

I've been wearing my hair in the SAME bun for a month I plan to keep it in for two more months. I love how easy it is to take down. .

[@1GoldenBreeze]

The last style I did was a WnG, and I didn't it because it's the style I wear almost all of the time. For me, this works well for length retention.

[@cynthiaigirimpuhwe428]

Currently going through the worst phase of my hair journey where It’s literally falling off my head due to postpartum and I was decided cut it all off and never start another journey again but your video made me reconsider! Am still gonna cut it and start over again maybe🤔 but postpartum hair loss is the beast!! Went from shoulder length healthy hair to loosing half of it. Wishing everyone a happy healthy journey💕

[@ferventloverofyhwh9868]

Have you considered your iron might be low? My hair was so dry and short for almost 2 years, long story short I went for my annual my Dr demand a blood work y cuz I wasn't feeling it. She actually followed me to get my blood taken in the same building of course. I was low key mad as heck, then within a week I got a call when I saw the number my knees got weak and j had knots in my stomach, I thought it was something very bad but it was my iron was extremely very low I was on some iron pills that hated me, I never ate so much veggies in my life before I almost went vegan UNTIL God opened my eyes one day I was scrolling online and found a liquid iron with other minerals in it. I actually look forward to take it it's so gentle, and no constipation at all. Shalom

[@SeunOkimi]

I'm sorry to hear that! Yes, you've got this!! The good thing is that your hair can still grow back at least!

[@sherifatghali8174]

I can so relate to it. My hair was at bra strap length. I lost more than half of my hair and scalp. I had to cut it to ear length. My hair is no longer shedding, and I've started taking multivitamins. It really help stop the shedding.

[@ldkenney18]

@@ferventloverofyhwh9868 I agree. I take SSS Tonic! A miracle in a bottle

[@ManeThingz]

Seun you have a gorgeous bone structure for a short cut! Like the comment below I have received more length this past year just due to figuring out lengthe retention. I also stopped trimming every 8 weeks or whatever and do it every 6 months. I think whoever came up with that rule was trying to sabotage us. For me the trimming was killing my length. I went from years of going to a hairstylist and my ahir going from shoulder length in like 4 years, to it being right at the bottom of my neck. Now its at my bra hooks with me doing my own hair. Headband wigs, keeping it twisted and moisturized, deep conditioned is what working for me. Summer i get braids

[@jenniferoluebubechukwu375]

Seun thank you so much. Your videos have really helped my hair journey

[@ginnyzovie5455]

With sweat and tears I managed to grow my hair to 14 inches and I went to make my hair last month. I couldn’t cry enough as they were manhandling my hair and I kept shouting and complaining. Now I’m scared to take down my hair cos I knew the way my hair kept breaking as she was making my hair. I’m so done with hair stylists

[@oladunjoyeesther9032]

This is exactly what I am scared of, I have been twisting my hair for over 2 years now coz I dont want any hairstylists damaging my hair

[@DarcyMiyamoto]

I personally would’ve just taken the comb. I did that when I was 16. Lady was going ham on my hair so I took the comb and my mom and I detangled.

[@tsuyuasui7297]

the same thing happened to me💀 as they were braiding my hair they kept on snagging my ends apart and be extra rough around the edges.

[@Ogechime]

I stopped going to the salon since the beginning of this year. My edges became so bad. Ever since I stopped, I started braiding my own hair and my hair has grown so much

[@Kealasadiva42]

I love that you touched on marketing. I am a victim of this. I appreciate this!

[@kisforkim1]

Even though I have relaxed hair, I've seen your hair videos when you had your hair relaxed and for me I've only been able to retain length while having my hair in a protective style. It works wonders! Thank you for the advice! :)

[@SeunOkimi]

It makes me happy to be able to help!

[@Grow_with_Yvonne]

Danm you hair is growing so fast🔥it’s thriving too .

[@mbmb77]

Knotless braids have been golden for me as a protective style! They're not tight at the scalp and you will get those inches!

[@Thetouchofjazz]

Same

[@couchandcoffeewithjem7697]

You are the best! Thanks for your hair care advice!

[@laurelandrea7278]

I'm on a quick break at work I'll have to watch this later but babes they look so good! Can you please do a installation and maintenance video? Twists are soo good and versatile mine only last like 2 or 3 weeks

[@lorrainelashley3723]

Yes please. An installation and maintenance video re flat twist .

[@ommaume]

I always look forward to your videos❤️

[@radley3519]

I braid and wear a hat all winter or for at least 6 months of the year and do wash and gos the other half my hair grows super quick too.. as long as I can keep my moisture protein balance in check

[@MSSHARIII]

Your hair is thriving, loving the progress!

[@SeunOkimi]

Thank you!!❤️

[@carmenbailey3218]

Thank you for showing your method & knowledge. I always enjoy your videos 🌹

[@SeunOkimi]

Thank you so much!

[@deborahnwakwesili9719]

I have healthy natural hair and I have never thought about checking how long it has become because I am unbothered. The funniest thing is I have never left it unplat without extension. Once I am unravelling the old extension, I am prepared for the next. Seriously hats off to those who can rock their natural hair without thinking of it shrinking and tangling up. I might give it a try one day.

[@Anonyme67]

I wear my hair in twist or braids. I can leave them out because they will break. The only way to leave them out is either a blow dry or flat iron (I don’t like this though). So twist is my to go style

[@smilesunbroken6448]

You are so inspirational! I love your videos! 🥰

[@SeunOkimi]

Thank you!! That makes me happy to know!

[@PrincessYonna1]

Your hair grows super fast

[@its_tru]

Dude that was fast as heck. I am blown away

[@Daleanaaa]

Seun is the truth she helped me grow my hair 100! Seun do video on being a Straight hair natural. Any advice?

[@akuatenkorang489]

Beautiful video! It was really informative and made a lot of sense! Is it possible you could make an updated video on how you take care of your hair in between protective styles with added hair?

[@154angel154]

Talk to Us Sis!!! I am currently wearing four african threading braids (I guess LOL). GOING on week three of no hair washing! My hair oil and spritz (both containing peppermint oil, rosemary and cloves) are keeping me straight! I undo them every two weeks and spritz the tucked away parts with spritz, leave-in and oil. I remove shredded hair and put the four african threading back into my hair!!! It doing doing SOOO WELL!!! I wear non-tension wigs daily so I am good!!!

[@SeunOkimi]

That's awesome!!

[@154angel154]

Washed and deep conditioned my hair today! 4 afrocan threading went right back in . I create zigzag parts to prevent the permanent lasting look (forgot whose channel I saw this on though but thx).

[@Iwasonceanonionwithnolayers]

Having your hair stretched helps too bc it prevents single strands knots, which also cause breakage

[@synnavibez183]

Yeah I rlly hate those, they actually make me cry when Detangling it’s so frustrating 😭

[@Iwasonceanonionwithnolayers]

@@synnavibez183 same

[@maryadedokun2405]

Litterallyy I do the same leaving my hair in for 3 months, usually doing African threading with my hair, where it sorta looks like faux locs but wayyyy stiffer 😂 and I do use oils and try to grow my hair 1 1/2 inches or more while I have it tucked away. It's helped quite a bit, especially since I tend to break my hair easily lol

[@rb7007]

Imagine, it took me 55 years to find out what you’ve just explained. Smdh 😳 But both you and your hair are lovely! 💕

[@trini_t6695]

My last hairstyle was a wash and curl set. I wanted to try that style as twists were taking 4 hours to do and they last for about 2 weeks. I think I'll alternate between the 2 styles. The wash and curl set took 2 hours but requires weekly washing. They're currently in 2-strand twists and I'm about take them down and wash my hair over the weekend.

[@bellamy8993]

You give me hope!

[@Ebee7]

God bless you! You are awesome! 💛

[@angieangiel2666]

A few years ago I wore braids for 7 weeks. After I took them out my hair went from neck length to top of boob length. I miss that long hair, I haven't been able to grow it back long like that every since.

[@adalenehankins1644]

Thank you for this video you showed me that I don’t need a relaxer

[@adeola1919]

how do you only have 434K?? You meed 1M+ I love your videos sm

[@154angel154]

I have been in DIY African threading (rubber thread) since July 7 (redid on August 17). Aiming for two. Or three straight months th is go round. My density (low/med) is increasing before my eyes. I am going to remove in Nov and assess my ends afain and give it a slight trim. I consider the threading as my hair jail because it keeps my hands out of my hair. I just keep it balanced (moisture/protein) and put on my daily wig and go!

[@okedorcas1727]

I did African threading for 5weeks bcos it I didn’t have so much cash and when I took it out, I almost cried, my hair didnt break as it does in breads. I was just so glad🥺

[@Iwasonceanonionwithnolayers]

I attempted a sleek pony 🤣 it was a fail. Got a pony, no sleek. But I wasn't too discouraged. I prioritized low/no tension and the pony wasn't bad. Just was more like a pineapple, my first. I don't usually do styles that require hair ties. So I just experimented with it. I transitioned the style as my hair fluffed up. I really enjoyed the look and the simplicity of just being able to pop a scrunchie on and go. Now it's a fro and wash day has arrived. Hoping for low breakage and shedding. I honestly have no idea what to expect since my hair has been stretched but out, soaking up the humidity but manipulated every few days. 🤷🏾‍♀️ we'll see. Wish me luck 😅

[@fayth35]

I love your hair, it’s so thick and full

[@SeunOkimi]

thank you!!

[@fayth35]

@@SeunOkimi you're welcome

[@star0138]

😎☺️Yo hair grew longer than mines lol. That lets me know I ain’t doing something right. Thanks for the video I am learn today.

[@chinyerefidelis5015]

you are so pretty and your hair is growing super fast

[@SeunOkimi]

Thank you!!

[@jamaicanmommy]

Yessss! Can't wait to watch this video!

[@SeunOkimi]

❤️❤️🙌🏾

[@elshadisam]

Jamaican mommy as a fellow Jamaican what u recommend for thickness apart from Jamaican castor oil dat no work 4 me.

[@jamaicanmommy]

@@elshadisam lol I really don't know what to tell you, I just shampoo, condition, deep condition once a month, use olive oil on my scalp and blue magic on my strands after I've added my leave in conditioner which I only started using a couple months now.

[@idowuajayi8721]

My hair journey is going terribly at the moment. I currently have cornrows in and I'm with you when I say I'm never doing corn rows again. I experienced so much breakage recently than I have since I started my hair journey. I've definitely tried putting it in a style and leaving it alone for weeks, almost 3 months sometimes and I'm careful when I take it down and I do retain length but I really don't know what's causing the breakage😔

[@ellen3973]

We're the same. I had cornrows for 2 months and took them down on Saturday and half my hair went with it.

[@hani6364]

I usually do twists or mini braids but the time I did 6 big cornrows I found that it was way harder to take out than twists or braids. It helped for me to add leave in conditioner and oil to each braid as I was taking it out for less breakage. But still I think I’m gonna stick with twist/mini braids.

[@ellen3973]

@@hani6364 I think I'll try this method . I'm getting soft locs soon so I'll have my hair in mini braids for them.

[@SeunOkimi]

Sometimes cornrows put more manipulation on your hair to do and take down than twists would! Many people I know prefer twists if they realize that they run into that issue with cornrows

[@ElTee519]

Are you doing protein treatments and deep conditioners?

[@elshadisam]

Your hair growing fast man😃

[@nwabuezeobianuju6388]

Love u! ❤️ been waiting for an upload

[@SeunOkimi]

❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@ndjobet]

I was natural for 6 years but I wasn't patient with my hair. It grew long but when it came down to combing my hair out before washing it I was not gentle so eventually it started breaking off. My patience level had diminished drastically so I went back to a relaxer. Now I don't have to detangle my hair as much as before and yes I do wear protective styles for growth. Thank you for your knowledge and patience because it helps me out.

[@swisdom9117]

How's it been being back to relaxers? I'm thinking of relaxing mine because no matter what I do (I have tried everything. The only thing left for me is to find some magic product or something) my hair is always tangled. The tangles at the roots drive me crazy especially, and if I don't blow out my hair it'll be so painful getting it done. I kid you not but 100% of the times my hair is in cornrows. I keep them for 1-2 months max. I'm growing out my hair after a relaxer nightmare resulted in me having to cut all my bra strap length hair

[@Claudiinha33]

Same problem here😕😕

[@PastelPixie99]

Yaaaaaas girl growth! Length!

[@PreciousMaria.]

Wow, is it just me or your hair is growing faster than normal? 🤪 It's beautiful, I really enjoyed the authenticity of the video

[@aishalong9735]

your hair has grown so much omg.... I been following you before your big chop your hair was super long & full. I remember when your mom didn't believe you cut your hair. now it has grown dramatically.. love it

[@saronsaron6145]

Hi little sis..love u girl...I love the way u speak...u always makes me smile...thanks for the tips...I really appreciate it...u are so beautiful. Stay safe and god bless u always.

[@SeunOkimi]

Thank you so much!!!! ❤️

[@rebeccatusingura1310]

Great video😊 Some pictorials of how you were wearing your hair with a scarf on. Thanks.

[@zjones87]

Great tips! Can you post a video with different ways to wear a scarf with the twist underneath?

[@tabitha4595]

You are a gift!

[@BrittanyKatherine]

Taking notes for when my TWA grows out

[@hani6364]

I went buzz cut bald 2 years ago in May and my hair has been growing great since. It’s about 2 inches below my collarbone! Twists are my friend! I’m kinda worried my hair will get to certain point and stop growing and this is all the length I’d get. I mean that would be okay but I really wanna see if my hair can grow to at least bra strap length. I’ve done the bald, short and medium hair length. I guess I’ll see how I am in 2-4 years time!

[@SeunOkimi]

I love that!

[@albertaabba7928]

I am excited 😊

[@SeunOkimi]

❤️❤️❤️

[@onandra30williams]

I learned what works for my hair to maintain length. I usually put my hair in 10 plaits after I detangle it one by one then rebraid it as well! I never take all my braids down at once! After I have detangle and rebraid my hair I then proceeded to wash my hair with warm to low hot water because it helps my hair grow! Cold water drys my hair out! Then I condition my hair as well. For my shampoo and conditioner I use AUSSIE Moisturizer shampoo and conditioner. Then I'll follow up with my Jamaican Castor oil make sure its warm and Cantu Thick Moisturizer right after. I never wash my hair when it All down. once I detangle and rebraid my hair then I'll wash my hair, It has help my Hair Tremendously!