3 Things I've stopped doing with my natural hair 😱 | No. 1 will surprise you!

Today I'm sharing 3 things i've stopped doing with my natural hair.
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I've been natural for over 10 years now and there are lots of practices that I've tried and stuck to. In the same breath, there are a few things I've stopped doing. Influenced by my own experience, and conversations with fellow hair specialists (researchers & trichologists), I've stopped doing the following things:
0:00-0:38 Background
0:38-2:00 The deep conditioning technique that was actually probably damaging my hair
2:01-4:17 The twisting method that probably causes cuticular chipping and a split cortex
4:18- 6:11 The approach to styling that had me constantly chasing my tail & close
FAQ:
Where do you get your info?
Scholarly articles, text books on hair & scalp science, lectures from my trichology programme with the CTSP, the TRI library, chats with hair researchers & trichologists, my own experience with my hair, experience working with clients.

[@hereforit2347]

I love your videos: ❤️ 1. You don’t ramble and get right to the point. 2. You incorporate personal experience and trial and error in your tutorials. 3. You give concrete scientific evidence to back up your claims. 4. You use common sense. 5. You are pleasant and personable.

[@oliviastar3812]

I second that. Keeps me coming back from time to time every time :-)

[@EpicRealistTV]

Agree wholeheartedly!

[@PlusVK22]

Don't forget she's friggin gorgeous too!! ❤

[@hereforit2347]

@@PlusVK22: Indeed! 🥰🥰🥰

[@taliasmith7475]

I THINK THIS IS WHAT EVE LOOKS LIKE..😁

[@amberkhashmal]

I agree.

[@user-yw9dr4mj5o]

Oh man, YESSS!!

[@geemai435]

I stopped braiding. Too much tension was being applied to my strands so i switched to twisting. The rope twist works well for me: less breakage and stretches my hair well enough to keep out tangles. Also i started combing my hair. I noticed whenever i did fingercombing i would loose so much hair than using an actual comb. Reason being, my hair tangled intensely and this led to breakage and knots which i had to cut out. I stopped trying to make my hair look straight. I had to accept kinky hair will never be naturally straight unless manipulated by heat which cuts my hair like crazy! Lately, hair has been flourishing in loose twists and in its kinky form. No more inflammation or scabs in the roots.

[@IndigenousIndianLady65]

Braiding is good... it's the Braiding too tight us the problem...

[@geemai435]

@@IndigenousIndianLady65 the bending of strands in the braids was an issue for me. I used to wear loose braids.

[@glamglam8347]

@@geemai435 "bending of strands" what are you even talking about?

[@ServantStatusMinistries]

@@glamglam8347 Like me she may have fine strands of hair which are very fragile and break easily.

[@taylorsara1237]

Twists work much better for me than braids...

[@glamglam8347]

i stopped playing tug of war between leaving my hair alone and styling. im finding ways to leave my hair alone while looking cute. mini twist/braids are great for leaving your hair alone but they look awkward on med-short natural hair so im using faux puffs/clips ins on top of them.

[@NaturallyHigh]

I love to hear stories of naturals finding stylish ways to nurture their hair! Way to go!

[@curlslegitbaby2981]

Doesn't look awkward

[@nanciemadden]

I’d love to watch a video on how you do this !!

[@stephaniesmith8410]

@@nanciemadden Yes same, would also love too 😊

[@NoName-sp5dp]

@@curlslegitbaby2981 they do...

[@z4CNatural]

I’ve stopped so many things 😂 My top ones are 1. Wearing twists or small braids - too much manipulation and leads to breakage 2. Air drying my hair. I was the air dry queen but I think at this length and porosity it’s a no go. 3. Washing frequently. My hair just doesn’t like this and it has given me a lot of time back

[@brionnaedwards8967]

So happy you mentioned air drying because the way the girlies like to tussle about this 😭😭

[@NoName-sp5dp]

@@brionnaedwards8967 what's your porosity?

[@cfoster6804]

What's your routine now?

[@LifeGuru16]

Air drying my sister's hair led to breakage. She would lose so much hair during those few months I attempted air drying it. When I stopped, the breakage stopped as well.

[@z4CNatural]

@@cfoster6804 I wash once a month then blow dry and style it for the month or at least two weeks. Can be big braids for a braidout, French braids, crown braids, Bantu knots etc with my own hair.

[@wearecreatorz5688]

for me…I hate sitting around with wet hair. Turns out that it is not healthy in the first place. I make sure I blow dry every wash day and set my style with foam now. I will even begin doing more silk presses. Frankly it works for my lifestyle with having hair down my back and being busy and tired lol. Further, sleeping with wet hair invites yeast growth in the scalp. Nice video 🙂

[@NaturallyHigh]

Love your insight into what you need from your regimen. 👏🏾

[@mmajwalanetladi8200]

It's so amazing that these are the very practices you followed to get your hair this long. Now they are wrong. There is just too much back and forth in the natural hair community. I QUIT.

[@mac9733]

A lot of these techniques also depend on length. Ik it sounds crazy but what works for short hair maintenance can become too overwhelming for longer hair maintenance, when considering weight and how worn out most of the hair has become is as it's old growth. That's my theory anyway, as I also noticed so many denounced what has worked for them in the past. A combination of that and some people getting product and brand endorsement lol but I don't think this is the case here.

[@NaturallyHigh]

Spot on and perfectly put! Also, I’ve never done a sponsored video on hair products.

[@shamasdiary7863]

Lol I feel you. The advice are so contradicting.

[@Tay144-fb5qp]

I can see where you're coming from. The two many parts or sections was an unnecessary amended. _Some_ people, ( even pro's) *want* you to do too much. Not you, NH. I'm most regarding the pro who gave you the advice To the commenter don't quit, use what works. That's it.

[@catsseighteen4365]

I’m not so sure things are WRONG, but sometimes they don’t work anymore

[@victoriousgray5479]

Also I love how you tell us the science behind why something is bad thats rare to hear but this is the first time hearing the science behind 4c hair

[@NaturallyHigh]

Thanks for appreciating this! I'm so passionate about it!

[@NaturallyHigh]

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[@victoriousgray5479]

@@NaturallyHigh I’ll definitely check that out! I plan to take care of my hair in a smarter way rather than trying harder Lol

[@NaturallyHigh]

@@victoriousgray5479 that’s a great plan! Let me know how it goes for you. ✨

[@mspinkytee]

Science got you a relaxer and years of damage.

[@gemthomson6730]

Well last year i reached the grand year of my 60th birthday, i decided to loc my hair, oh the joy! No more detangling no longer any need to use heavy oils, no more untwisting, wish I'd made this choice in my 50s. Believe me I'll never go back. My hair has never been in better condition. Yes locs are a form of manipulating my hair but it cost me a lot less in time and money. Still enjoy watching your videos, I'm always open to learn and view youtubers progress with their amazing hair. 🙂

[@Unknown2Yoo]

I never got steaming when there's steam in the shower. I stopped washing every week, fewer wash and gos, fewer detangling sessions, trying to look 'snatched', and less water. All this seemed to contribute to breakage and shedding and far too tine consuming. It's harder to find styles I enjoy, so I just have to get used to staying ugly all the time, but I've a lot less stress. I'll never let 2strand twists go though. I love how it's flat so I feel like I've got my hair straightened without it getting poofy in two days.

[@shemcg7830]

💫✨ Unknown2Yoo, You were likely being facetious, but ‘all the time, you are never going to be ugly… at all’ 🚫 and period! 😏👍 I know for me, it’s usually the perceptions of other people that TRY TO “decide” that my hair looks Guud or Baaad. MY choice, for some time now, is whether a certain treatment, product, style, or habit is in the best interest of my scalp and hair and my personal hair health and length goals. Loved 🥰 your comment, btw! 💫✨

[@Unknown2Yoo]

@@shemcg7830 Hehe, thank you dear 😁

[@shemcg7830]

@@Unknown2Yoo 💫✨ 👍😀 Surely!

[@lovelyhope2664]

I started with rope twist, lost much hair, switched to two strands twist as a protective style, ended up losing 8 inches of hair in 6months. My before and after pics, helped to notice the breakage and thinning. I'd get new growth and lose my ends during take downs. Currently do braids only, and my hair is thriving!

[@pedritalombardo1172]

Same👏🏽twist etc… protective styles doesn’t work for me!

[@barbarapeller]

Lovely Hope, I thought it was just me. I noticed when I two-strand twists my hair tangled more and I lose more hair. I really like braiding my hair but it has gotten so long and due to an illness it is difficult for me to use my left arm, it is quicker to twist my hair. But I am going to go back to braiding my hair but in larger sections to save on time and leave them in longer. I wish you much success on your hair journey.

[@elongaabigail8636]

For an outside growth Just do a hot oil treatment with palm kernel oil ( red oil) as a pre shampoo , it will help trust me not only you will comb easily but also prevent gray hair in your old age. For the inside do take fenugreek water and you will see.

[@lovelyhope2664]

@@barbarapeller Barbara Peller, braiding in big section looks nice also and save time when u've got longer hair, for reference check Natural Academia. I'm sorry for ur left arm, I pray for ur quick recovery. Best of luck on ur new journey with big braids, u gonna rock them!

[@misselle1430]

I could never do twists no matter how much I tried so never bothered. But I did think they were too much for the hair strands

[@deloto8004]

Your hair looks so fluffy, healthy and lush!

[@onimandisa7304]

My hair is down my back, and I keep it in about 6-8 twist most days. Since I work from home, this is low maintenance and looks ok for my lifestyle.

[@hereforit2347]

I tried twists early in my hair journey which only lasted a very short while. Twists tend to loosen and my hair would become tangled, especially at the ends. I wear plaits and braid my hair all the way to the ends which keeps my hair from tangling. I’ve perfected a technique for unbraiding my ends without having to use my fingernails or a rat-tail comb. I apply some product (oil and conditioner) and gently pinch my braided ends, flattening them between my thumb and forefinger. This loosens the braid. I may rub the hair slightly between my fingers which makes it easy to unravel. ❤️

[@carolspan6294]

Yes!!!!!!! I stopped doing a lot of things to my hair. When I first converted to going natural, I was going crazy with the natural hair society on do this, don’t do that to your hair. Steam your hair or it won’t grow, keep in protective styles if I want longer hair. Use onion juice, rice water, avocado conditioner etc all the above for long beautiful natural hair. It was so confusing and tiring trying to keep up with do this and that. All I do is wash my hair weekly and put a leave in conditioner, and a little oil, that’s it and my hair has grown more and gotten thicker. I even found out most of the natural hair remedies on KZbin didn’t even make my hair grow. Different strokes for different folks. I do twist my hair and like you say it tangles as I untwist but now I don’t keep them twisted for long periods of time, only for 3-4 days. Loved your video, glad I found you 🥰plus ever you said made sense.

[@z4CNatural]

Your hair is so beautiful 😍 Thank you for sharing your updates. I’m glad that you are back and bringing science to the community 💚

[@TriniRoyQuiReyes]

Aha Thank you for sharing the science behind hair maintenance etc .The number two tip "torsion" got me subscribing fast, because I love twists and twist out too, and thank you for being so passionate about the subject. God willing,bI will stay here , I mean I will gladly stay tuned to your Channel beautiful sister. Thank you for sharing 👍

[@venaetheartist8067]

Your hair is soooo pretty! Very natural and authentic. Its clearly flourishing this way.

[@jaxxiloulou2358]

Fantastic video as always! It’s so important to stay open to knew knowledge and adjust our practices!

[@NaturallyHigh]

Thank you, Jacky! I completely agree!

[@Tinablackberryrose]

Great video always ♥️ when you share your knowledge with all of us. One of the things I’m no longer leaving my wash and go’s dripping wet. 🥰🥰

[@zori8191]

I'm so glad your channel was recommended, because I'm interested in studying trichology, too. It's incredible how this video was in my feed.

[@NaturallyHigh]

How cool! Are you close to starting?

[@Arralista]

Amazing video really enjoyed it. So glad I naturally don’t do the things you recommended. But great to know the science behind it ❤️You are super amazing 💫

[@CulturalBackgroundsStudyBible]

Glad to learn about the repelling hydral fatigue during steaming, the torsión, hair sections ("clumping"). Thank you for this service you've provided throughthe yrs. All the best to you and your ever growing empire. *Shalom, Boo!!!* 🌿❤️‍🔥🤜🏿💥🤛🏼

[@shalss1592]

I’ve been watching your channel for a while and I just want to say that you’re just so stunning!

[@NaturallyHigh]

Thank you so much!!

[@zoxtens28joggie11]

But doing all those things grew your hair just fine i thought, a lot of "other" folk think they know science to what makes us so beautiful and unique, our hair will always curl and kink dont let anyone tell you thats a bad thing that it breaks off, you are beautifully and wonderfully made my sister, a perfect creation you are.

[@cfoster6804]

Good point! She did make it to waist length while doing those things.🤔

[@Shay450]

My thoughts exactly. Everyone’s hair is different but let me tell you, my hair has been growing like crazy with moisture, deep conditioning, and protective styling. I have low porosity hair by the way so when I steam my hair (not using a steamer made for clothes) my hair is softer and looks and feels healthier. I say all of that just to say do what feels good to you about your hair. No one size fits all. 😂.

[@boparks3204]

You're back!!!

[@NatouCBS]

I'm so proud of you! Get that degree!!📚🤓

[@NaturallyHigh]

Aww thank you for the support! I assume by degree you mean my level 5 Trichology diploma? - I already have my MSc in Molecular and Cellular Life Sciences.

[@valenciataylor7872]

Beautiful Hair🖤. I stopped doing protective styles for about 5 or 6 months now and my hair is thriving and retaining moisture and growing much better. My protective styles were at least 6 weeks or longer and of course when I took them out I had extreme shedded hair and that was so scary! I found out my hair (high porosity) loves getting shampooed at least 3x a month. I am very happy I changed my routine. They said leave your hair alone and I found out my hair doesn't want to be left alone🖤. I am happy here. I don't twist my hair hardly ever anymore. I just grease it and plat it like how we did it back in the old days😆 and she loves it here💗.

[@christineowori750]

Thank you sooo much for all the detail 😍

[@angelofthehour777]

Your hair looks healthy and thriving 😍

[@NaturallyHigh]

Aww thank you.

[@EfikZara]

Excited to watch this video!!

[@NaturallyHigh]

Aww 🥰 thanks for the love ✨

[@shenicedells1712]

I absolutely love the science behind your videos ❗️❤️. I have adopted doing loose twists in my hair and I absolutely love it. I do get mistaken for having locs and being called "rasta empress" which I'm loving.

[@NaturallyHigh]

Awww - I'm really glad to read this from you! Enjoy the compliments, Ras'!

[@mwathani1]

Hi queen long time. Your hair is beautiful as always. I started twisting my hair because of you😁 and saw so much growth. Got ill and decided to just keep the twists. I stopped doing everything and loced my hair so, , far soooo good wishing I had done it earlier. Like you said i don't twist or retwist my hair but i just keep it separated and no oils but rose water and my locs are so fluffy and soft - never been so free and 😊. Thanks for always sharing your knowledge. Much love from England.

[@ndulueeberechukwu4376]

Thank you for this video. I made some decisions on my hair regime and this video is more of an affirmation to me. Yes I decided to drop rope twist because it's quite flat, leaves hair more tangled at losing requiring more patience while taking it down. Also I just decided to stop styling my hair in small sections. Right now am wearing the Lilian okibe false locs style.

[@JustFluffyQuiltingYarnCrafts]

WOW! Very good information. Thank you.

[@isaccur8529]

I just found your channel and I like what I have learned already. I really wish you will post a new video about your current regimen with the products you use. Also how you currently maintain your hairstyles and stretch your hair. Thanks for your teachings. Your hair looks very lovely.

[@dabrenajohnson5142]

Wow love this kinda content Subscribed immediately 😂

[@miss15spicy]

Best naturalista science based channel on YT😍

[@NaturallyHigh]

Wow, thank you!

[@TheKeKe313]

Your crown is BEAUTIFUL! 😍

[@CoolestRedHead]

Omg I love this channel!

[@AudreyMushiyi]

I missed you alot...and I get what you are saying, logically too it makes sense.

[@Gladiator_in_a_Suit]

I stopped steaming my hair too and coconut oil or products that use it as a main ingredient, I stopped using that three months ago because it was behaving like a protein treatment and my hair was hard and dry and it was breaking and kept breaking even worse during fall and winter! Africa’s best deep conditioner mayonnaise used as a leave in is what saved my hair. I use old school products now like African pride MOM (miracle oil moisturizer) and queen Helene hair cholesterol and sulfur 8 shampoo, sta sof fro, care free curl instant moisturizer, and bronner brothers hair moisturizer lotion, and blue magic. But I only use grease on my hairline not whole my scalp anymore, because scalp naturally produces oils so I’m trying to let my scalp do it’s job. My edges need extra assistance because they tend become more dry and fragile and I wear hijabs.

[@ms.x9571]

Yes to the hijabs sis lol may Allah SWT guide us!

[@solarlola5953]

Welcome back

[@NaturallyHigh]

thank you Love!

[@wendyeimieho5868]

Yes, the twists! I noticed my hair tangles more and breaks a lot when I do rope twists. My hair thrives better with braids.

[@youopened_mandorasbox]

I've been a naturalista for 6yrs and I love trying all methods of protective styles. I love rope twist , braids, etc I also love making my own hair mask and leaving it in my scalp for two days, washing it out on the third day and my hair has been loving it

[@mspinkytee]

Twirling curly hair works with its natural coil, not against it. So they are wrong. Our coil is perfect for the twirl. So another no.

[@Cutiepie0111]

Fr I’m saying. Like isn’t curly hair “twirly” 💀

[@taylorsara1237]

Thank you!! I was panicked wondering what the hell to do with my hair now!! And my hair loves the twist!!

[@Yarn-only]

I am pretty sure she is talking about coily hair not curly hair.

[@forebidden]

hii welcome back missed your videos

[@NaturallyHigh]

Aww - thank you for the warm welcome back. I missed creating.

[@cfoster6804]

Omg, I think you just solved my problem with twisting my hair!! Subscribed! You never explained why you stopped using coconut oil though.

[@mousepumpkin7564]

I never steam my hair because it can cause heat damage just like heated irons do but not as bad as irons. A stylist told me he seen it loosen curl patterns towards the ends. I only use lukewarm water for my hair.

[@xtelfolaj]

You're right about rope twist. I dont remember the last time I did twist out because it would take forever to detangle it out because it felt like my hair would lock the twist. So now I just stick to braid outs even though twist outs give me way more definition, braidouts give me length and a bit easier to detangle.

[@perismwangi]

I have to comment to support your channel. Thanks for this knowledge on the things you've stopped doing. I'd love to watch a video about your current regimen from prewash to styling. I love love your content Asha!!

[@beingnaturall]

Would like to see this too.

[@NaturallyHigh]

Thank you for the support! I think you would really appreciate the workshop too if you haven't accessed it yet! You can find it here: naturallyhigh.podia.com/decoding-oils-and-butters Your request has been duly noted. ✨

[@jalexth]

Yes, please make videos of your new hair routines. Would really like to see your new wash day routine and during the week hair moisturizing routine.

[@marciawilliams291]

Very interesting video, lovely hair care tips. Thx. Will try it. 👍🥰👍👌

[@miss15spicy]

Thank you for sharing your expertise with us

[@NaturallyHigh]

You’re most welcome love ❤️

[@mary-jaymandix1217]

I'm learning. TORSIIAN AND ROPE TWISTING. I'm proud of our hair now and the scientific learning I'm getting. Thank daughter.

[@moyamwanza9046]

I think there's something that works for everyone but not everything for everyone Twists work for me, noticed less breakage because I always moisturise it, breakage is bound to happen on dry hair #facts

[@mary-jaymandix1217]

Loved learning from the comments too

[@mrod87]

I have high porosity hair, i like twists when i want to leave my hair alone and don’t want to add hair…bc it gives my roots a bit of a break. But i do agree with you overtime those types of styles make your hair crack which makes it look frizzy and you also have more mid shaft splits…i still do them tho. I stopped any type of “something-out” my hair hates them, i don’t conditioner after shampooing, i conditioner first! Update a year later…i also agree with you on steaming…i like to deep condition with heat, but i agree steaming the hair does make my hair frizzy overall. Also agree on rope twists, loose twists are my preferred twist. I can’t leave them in longer than 3 weeks but I’ve also learned my hair doesn’t like my mini twists longer than that anyway, if i stretch to 4 weeks my wash day will not be fun. I also this year i want to do more larger loose twists similar to how your hair is in this video. I also think minimizing the amount of product used between wash days has improved my overall hair health. If i condition properly on wash day, there’s no need to oil and butter every few days or everyday. I like using rose water with lemongrass and tea tree oil on my scalp every few days…only applying to my hair if there’s a bump in it, and that’s usually enough product until my next wash. Also, claw clips have been a game changer as well for length retention.

[@Discofoxx1]

Hi Asha, Long time 💖 Wauw you have really given me something to think about. I have my hair in rope twists now but it takes me a while to put in. So perhaps fewer twists is something for me to try.

[@delseatube1700]

All you have explained would be very interesting if I understood what you were saying. I’ve decided to carry on doing what you have told us before because if my hair gets me to where you are now, I will be very happy. I believe it’s it’s not broken, you don’t need to fix it. Love you hair it’s fabulous. 😊👍🏾❤️

[@dreampossible2]

Thank you for your knowledge 🌴💪

[@NaturallyHigh]

You’re most welcome! Have you checked out the workshop yet?

[@cookiedoughmonstertravels4469]

This is a very interesting video. Kudos! You’ve given me a lot to think about.… I like my hair to be in twists that I can keep condensed because I wear wigs daily and I am hell-bent on protecting my natural hair underneath. Straight backs, braids or buns are not an option for me anymore because my hair suffers in braids and buns are too bulky. So I have been relying on twists for a while. I have noticed recently that my hair is starting to twist and tangle a bit more. So your video makes a lot of sense. However I feel that there is a middle ground. Because when I don’t apply that some type of twisting tension while doing twists, my hair definitely mats and tangles because it is too free to move around and not stretched out enough. I’m going to figure out a way to do my twists that when I am unraveling them they are not doing that thing you are showing in the clip.

[@dreampossible2]

I stopped doing twists! Now I do cornrows and single braids ➰️🥰

[@natelynmartinus-balentina5854]

I really love your videos. You look amazing

[@amber7591]

I love your big puffy twists! I wish my hair could have that volume

[@stephaniesmith8410]

Hi hi, Twists are usually a go to for protective styling especially for short hair since we've stopped - braiding (because of tension) leaving it out in an afro (To avoid ends from breaking) - what styles do you recommend are okay to use on hair that is still on the short side and is not easy to manage..felt as though twists were one of the best options for protective styling but is there another option you can advise on?

[@caribbeancurls1963]

Thank you for sharing such insightful knowledge, you and your hair is beautiful x

[@GreenPantsAllDay]

I have also stopped doing styles that require a lot of sections! I just do two low braids and keep it moving!

[@barbarapeller]

Asia, I am going to start doing four large braids and leaving my hair as is, as well.

[@tshegofatsoseranyane8718]

Wow your hair is beautiful. love it

[@fillistine]

Your hair is beautiful❤️

[@NaturallyHigh]

Thank you Love!

[@BeautyIn4C]

Wow, this is interesting information no wonder myhair does not thrive in braids or mini twists. It thrives best in loose twists..very minimal tangles as opposed to those tightly twisted ones. Do you now predetangle with conditioner only?

[@medesymwanza5952]

Beautiful hair

[@veechyachema]

Alright, so could you please do a video on a really good protective style... Because my easy way on that has been the twists.

[@aichagamal]

Her name is Asha looks like mine Aicha ❤❤ I didn't know, I love your videos and it was from you that I first learnt the meaning of trichology

[@sammy4634]

You look extremely healthy. Your skin, teeth, hair and eyes… all beautiful. 👏 Thanks for the info.

[@francenegayle3866]

Great video.....how do you secure the ends of the loose twist. Also what do you think about the 2 in 1 shampoo conditioners

[@LoXena]

I let the box braids go for several years , I did stop steaming my hair because of heat damage . The only thing I look for is for a way to detangle my hair, because finger detangling under the shower does not remove the lint and flakes stuck in my hair only the tangle teezer can remove those but it takes a long time.

[@gracepotts]

The worst heat damage I've ever gotten has been from a hair steamer. Folks are always trying to convince me I misunderstood something. But no- that steamer damaged my hair.

[@YouMissedaSpot]

I had to stop rope twists too, I was getting much more breakage than usual (even though I already have too much breakage) and it seemed like it was causing a lot of tension on the strands. The minute that takedown gave me some resistance I said no no no, never again 🤣🤣

[@ndidiamakaduru998]

Please can you show us how you made this look you are wearing. The hair do is beautiful

[@jenniesmythe8188]

Yes steaming my hair. Lead to immediate damage. I didn’t understand how ppl could do it.

[@lorrainelashley4026]

Yay Welcome back. . It seems so long...lol

[@NaturallyHigh]

It's been tooooo long. I've had real trouble with video editors of late. Things are looking up though. I should have more content very soon! ✨

[@jezeldelphin2534]

I like your hair n it is a lot, well I am still educating myself about how to handle my hair so far it's going well. Coconut Oil is a no-no in my hair routine and hair products and I have a dry itchy scalp. My wash day routine start-up with bentonite clay n ACV, my homemade moisturising shampoo bar and deep conditioning hair mask and it makes my hair soft and more manageable to deal with. One routine I had to change was a mini twist as a protective style for two months because my hair got matted fast but I am satisfied with my hair growth by taking my supplements and treating my hair.

[@teesnapz5830]

I am more focused on making sure my moisture and strength is balanced in my hair. I've found its making my hair flourish

[@Improvemypronunciation]

Thank you 😊

[@christiefaldoni4148]

Thank you for your video. My hair looks like yours .I Have a really hard time detangling them. Do you have an update on how you detangle your hair. I was thinking about doing Bantu knots. I think they do the twirling too.

[@sabinafontinelle441]

I learned something new

[@rubypanterra.]

This video was a shocker for me! Fabulous production ❤️

[@NaturallyHigh]

Today I'm sharing 3 things i've stopped doing with my natural hair. ‼ Click on this link to get instant access to the oils & butter workshop: naturallyhigh.podia.com/decoding-oils-and-butters I've been natural for over 10 years now and there are lots of practices that I've tried and stuck to. In the same breath, there are a few things I've stopped doing. Influenced by my own experience, and conversations with fellow hair specialists (researchers & trichologists), I've stopped doing the following things: 0:00-0:38 Background 0:38-2:00 The deep conditioning technique that was actually probably damaging my hair 2:01-4:17 The twisting method that probably causes cuticular chipping and a split cortex 4:18- 6:11 The approach to styling that had me constantly chasing my tail & close Also, for folks curious about coconut 🥥 oil - it was working okay for me but there are alternatives that feel better. In my workshop, I empower you with the skills to select oils with certain profiles. You’ll learn (in delicious detail), HOW to see if an oil will behave similarly to coconut oil & how likely it is to penetrate, among other things. Check it out!

[@thehondfamily1268]

Hi is it safe to steam our hair or not according to you? Thanks

[@RachelReaiah]

I throw on wigs for work and on the weekend headwrap. 2 months now, no more braids as my right side is very weak. I deep condition and cleanse once a week and now back to using hair grease,

[@ebonynaturalcurls1808]

Why did you stop using coconut oil - oh is in the workshop?! Really useful explanations on the why so thank you!

[@NaturallyHigh]

It is in the workshop but basically there are so many alternatives. I realised that my time in pre-poo land was longer than a day and I should use an oil that I actually liked. I go into detail in the workshop showing you how to identify alternatives to oils you don't like or that aren't available. Check it out! naturallyhigh.podia.com/decoding-oils-and-butters

[@fruitsarelife7073]

You look like a princess 😍😍😍💕

[@solarlola5953]

Thank you for the info. Do you have an updated hair regime from wash day to style ?

[@NaturallyHigh]

Not just yet but I shared most of the changes on IG and in this video.

[@solarlola5953]

Did realize you were active on IG , I’ll have to find you and follow

[@marleyhill34]

I no longer wear box braids with or without extension hair. I no longer use raw oils or raw butters. I no longer grease my scalp.

[@pedritalombardo1172]

Wow how is that working out for you?

[@yannalarry]

why no box braids?

[@marleyhill34]

@@pedritalombardo1172 great. Hair is the healthiest it's been in 20 years. And my edges touch my eyebrows. I'm nearly 41.

[@marleyhill34]

@@yannalarry I have ultra-fine hair. So that torsion/friction she mentioned happens and causes microfractures in my strands. With the braiding hair, my hair is fiber than a strand of braiding hair which cuts into my hair causing micro fractures. Tension and friction: 2 things that destroy my strands. It was my trichologists who told me and showed my under the microscope.

[@yannalarry]

@@marleyhill34 Dope I have fine hair too! So maybe I should use the ones with extensions anymore 🤔 hmmm. But even doing it naturally is damaging?

[@ejefferson644]

I stopped wash and go styles. It is way too much manipulation and it caused fairy knots. It caused a major set back for me a few years ago.

[@hotcocoa00]

Glad to see another informative video from you. Are the ends of your hair in Bantu knots? Does it help your ends from getting damaged?

[@NaturallyHigh]

Aww glad to hear that! Yes and yes!

[@NaturallyHigh]

P.s. if you liked this video, you'll LOVE my workshop - check it out here naturallyhigh.podia.com/decoding-oils-and-butters.

[@Fern23]

I’ve never steamed my hair outside of the regular steam you get taking a shower. I’m lazy, and this always seemed like an unnecessary extra step. Concerning rope twists: I did try them out before, but I found they were very difficult to remove and sometimes would cause my hair to break. I don’t like having any tension, so my twists are on the loose side in between washes. I also, like you, dropped the pre poo. Coconut oil feels amazing in my hair and is great for detangling, but I found it made thoroughly washing my scalp too difficult. I couldn’t really get my hair as clean as I needed. I tried pre pooing for a few months but abandoned it because now I realize I went 15 years without doing that and my hair was fine. The only other thing I would add is I don’t deep condition my hair regularly. I honestly only do it when I think about it, maybe 2 or 3 times a year. My hair thrives as long as it’s clean and I don’t go overboard with the maintenance. I always enjoy your videos. They’re very informative. I also love that your hair looks exactly like mine. ❤️

[@barronangela75]

You give the best advice for my hair type. I too had to back off of the steamer and those rope twists. They were hindering my progress.

[@NaturallyHigh]

Glad I could help!

[@carmenshirley4886]

Great suggestions. I have low density high porosity hair. I find that larger sections don’t hold as long. Smaller sections cause fairy knots. What do you suggest?

[@jones2277]

you did all the "wrong" things and yet your hair still grew long and healthy. hmmm.

[@NaturallyHigh]

Not saying the things were ultimately “wrong”. Some of them weren’t working for me anymore, e.g. rope twist takedown was also unnecessarily challenging.

[@curlslegitbaby2981]

😂

[@elisejackson2854]

Honestly I’ve realized that everyone’s hair is different so I’m not at all surprised that these work for her

[@ceciliawainaina5553]

When the genetics are good

[@victoriousgray5479]

Your my favorite hair yotuber 😭 and I’m so sorry if you answer this a lot but how long did it take your hair to get this long?

[@NaturallyHigh]

Awwww - i reached waistlength after 3 years (post 9-months of transitioning).

[@victoriousgray5479]

@@NaturallyHigh Your hair grows at an amazing rate, I’m assuming you eat healthy as well? 😮

[@3naturalsbyJae]

The one I’ve stopped doing for a while now is the rope twists 🙂like you I found them too flat and I like volume! My oldest daughter is the same

[@NaturallyHigh]

Look at that! How had your takedown experience been before you called it quits?

[@3naturalsbyJae]

@@NaturallyHigh I noticed the strands seemed to wrap themselves around each other more which was quite annoying, I didn’t get as full a twistout I’d usually like and I’d loose more sheds than I thought was necessary! But now much better. My middle daughter who has medium density definitely benefits more from the loose twists, more volume give the illusion of higher density 🙌🏽