4 Ingredients for the Perfect Wash Day

[@SimplyJuliaLauren]

Hey party people! I just created a Discord Server so we can all share our goals and pictures with each other and help boost each other up during this challenge! Just click on this link to join ( discord.gg/pHbSCy5m5z ) I can't wait to see what we all accomplish together!

[@dearinsomniadontletthebedb9237]

Hey, how often do you wash your hair?

[@SimplyJuliaLauren]

@@dearinsomniadontletthebedb9237 it all depends on what my hair needs. Usually about once a week because I’m very active, but I don’t go more than about 3 weeks

[@jubilee2121]

I've recently started making my own hair butter by blending up half and half and adding honey and what ever oil your hair likes and let me say... the conditioning is REAL!!! I recommend everyone use this method instead of purchasing high priced products. It was easier to detangle and not hard to make at all!! Using natural ingredients should be 2021 goals for sure!!

[@SimplyJuliaLauren]

Yes natural products for the win!!!

[@youopened_mandorasbox]

I've been making my own hair mask and my hair has been loving it too. I'm going to start making my own hair butter and using natural shampoo as well

[@nadrickbarrett5897]

half and half what did you blend?

[@jubilee2121]

@@nadrickbarrett5897 Hi Nadrick, can you be more specific? I included all the ingredients I blended in my original post. Is there something else you'd like to know?

[@lorrainelashley3723]

I 💕 the simplicity of this routine and needless to say; the cost effectiveness and reduced- time factor ! I have always wondered how hair growth of natural hair became so time -consuming and expensive. I remember as a little girl, my mum used soap, then shampoo and followed up with oils and braiding...no prepoo, no deep conditioning and my hair was mid back length. Thanks for reminding us of how simple and effective this can be...

[@SimplyJuliaLauren]

I’d been on the hunt for something simple and cost effective because tryin go to keep up with trends and fancy hairstyles was just overwhelming. 😅 I came across a couple KZbinrs who had more simple routines and created my own! So glad you’re here!!

[@laurenpharaoh7931]

This is so encouraging. I love the simplicity. I love using ayurvedic herbs for treatment so I'd probably still do that, but the whole acv/black soap/aloe thing is so doable. Thanks for motivating us all to try the IS routine.

[@SimplyJuliaLauren]

I’m so glad this video reached you! I’m all about making life as simple and simultaneously enjoyable as possible. So happy to have you on this journey with me!!

[@SimplyJuliaLauren]

Natural Hair Doesn’t Take Much! #naturalhairgrowth #hairgrowthchallenge #hairgrowth

[@jasonbrown6101]

...did I see a plant in your shower? Also, super proud of how far you've come in your hair journey, I still remember your twa.

[@SimplyJuliaLauren]

Lol it’s a fake plant; it makes my bathroom feel more alive and makes me happy🥰 And thank you!! Man those were. The good ol days😂

[@Sunshine-vm8oo]

I love braids , my hair grew so much with braids

[@SimplyJuliaLauren]

Same!!!

[@youopened_mandorasbox]

I've been natural for 7yrs and I already make my own hair mask but I'm going to start making my own hair butter and using natural products to wash my hair. Thankx for this video /tutorial and ingredients in what you use

[@SimplyJuliaLauren]

Of course sis! I need to get back to a mask every blue moon when my hair is tired. What do you use to make yours?

[@cosmiclady5618]

I find that plaits are actually a little better than twist since there's about a 100% chance of having no breakage with them. Twist on the other hand, you have a slightly higher chance of breakage because of the twisting motion of the strands. Can cause knots and tangles also.

[@SimplyJuliaLauren]

Ooooh that's very true. I like that twists take a shorter period of time, but plaits retain so much more moisture for me personally.

[@nefertiti9109]

I started my dread locks in twists. After a few months short of 3 years I combed them out now when I twist my hair it tries to lock! Hair really doe s have a memory so now I must plait it.

[@Sappatini]

You're my new favorite KZbinr. I love the simplicity and natural feel of your videos that I just had to subscribe. I'll definitely be joining in on this challenge; it's right up my alley of being a lazy natural. #newsubbiefromNamibia

[@SimplyJuliaLauren]

You have no clue how much this comment means to me! Thank you so much!! So glad to have you along for the journey!!!

[@loverin23able]

Nice video & beautiful hair! I really enjoy watching other natural women videos to shake up my routine & get some tips. These steps obviously work for you…so do you girl. Just reached waist length and I don’t use shampoo at all. It’s funny when other people try to tell you what works for your hair and lifestyle. I think I’m going to do plaits just like this 🌺

[@SimplyJuliaLauren]

I’m so glad this reached you! Congratulations on reaching waist length!🤗

[@TheMrsAmerica]

I love 💕 how simple your regiment is.

[@SimplyJuliaLauren]

Thank you so much! My hair has been so much easier to do since switching to this routine. Not to mention it's finally growing! lol

[@esemusic8294]

You have almost no shrinkage, you lucky girl! Subbie 811! Good luck with your journey!

[@SimplyJuliaLauren]

Thank you so much!! And the no shrinkage is only thanks to keeping it in plaits for so long lol. If I did a wash and go it go up past my shoulders😂

[@serena_bee]

I enjoyed every step. I’m not gonna lie, I was kinda supersize I didn’t see you use Chebe butter. You’re definitely maintaining that length whilst moisturizing and keeping a healthy scalp for further growth. Personally I find curls maintain the most moisture for me, compared to braids.

[@SimplyJuliaLauren]

Interesting ; I mean I do retain more in twists than when I let it out but the braids have done well for me so far

[@serena_bee]

@@SimplyJuliaLauren wonderful love.

[@sonicmariodonkeykongzelda8466]

Subbed and liked! Hope you're doing well, enjoying 2021, and staying safe.

[@SimplyJuliaLauren]

Thank you for joining! I am well and safe and I hope the same is going for you!🤗

[@ifeomaisliving]

you have great taste in music

[@SimplyJuliaLauren]

Aww thank you so much!!

[@victoriousgray5479]

I was actually thinking about switching to pleats myself instead of twists because i have to rawist mine because my hair gets dry quickly and i notice when you take out your twists you get no tangles that's what i'm hoping to achieve soon so there isn't anymore breakage 😅 I'd like to ask, how come you wait until your ends dry to put your hair up in a bun? And could you explain more in depths where you believe you went wrong? Thanks & i subscribed ! 💖 I'm your 700th subscriber so remember mee

[@SimplyJuliaLauren]

First off, thank you so much for your support and helping me to reach a milestone!!!!😭🤩 I so far really like the plaits instead of the twists and I have had less breakage, webbings and tangles. I like for my ends to dry from the gel just so it doesn’t get in other places in my hair. While it might not look like it, I put quite a bit and don’t want globs drying in weird places. And what do you mean by where I went wrong? Do you mean last year?

[@maggielongo7067]

You have very beautiful hair, I think I'm going to plait my hair this way soon

[@SimplyJuliaLauren]

Thank you so much!!

[@nikkichristinar]

Your braids are so pretty!

[@SimplyJuliaLauren]

Thank you so much!!!

[@j.w.holliday7806]

Very nice! I see the growth.

[@SimplyJuliaLauren]

Thank you so much! I've been working really hard to grow my hair down to my hips!

[@mandy7048]

Thank you so much for sharing, how often do you do this process?

[@SimplyJuliaLauren]

I personally do this once a week 🙌🏾✨

[@celeinedavid3881]

The simplest routine......ever Your gorgeous😻👑

[@SimplyJuliaLauren]

Thank you so much!!!

[@me-ex1se]

I discovered indigenous tribes in late December I've been using her method for a good month now I just to sit at my hair probably a week ago but how do I maintain the twist do I check up on them every week or what do I do

[@SimplyJuliaLauren]

I redo my hair once a week because I work out and sweat a TON. But when I wasn't working out as much, I was able to redo my hair biweekly or once a month. It's best to leave your hair completely alone in between your wash days so that you don't suffer any breakage from over doing your hair. HIHS is a huge reason why some of us (including me) have or had a hard time retaining length. I hope this helps!!

[@nadinepugh9899]

I love your videos ❤️ thank you. I’m excited for your next video 🎉🎉

[@SimplyJuliaLauren]

Thank you so much!

[@mn-zh1sm]

you are absolutely gorgeous, not to mention your beautiful hair and that length 😭🤍 woooooowww, you're absolutely stunning! I have a question, totally don't have to answer but I'm really so interested in finding out bc I've just started my natural hair journey again, but anyways, why don't you deep condition your hair - your hair is thriving so , is deep conditioning necessary ?

[@SimplyJuliaLauren]

Aww thank you so much! I deep condition when necessary and with this method it hasn’t become necessary for quite some time. But it’s best to listen to your own hair. I just know mine gets tested in summer and winter.

[@estellexlx]

That length 🥺

[@SimplyJuliaLauren]

Thank you so much🥺👉🏾👈🏾

[@aruoriwoaudu4612]

Hi, love your channel!!! And your methods are so simple.Do you use the black soap every wash day? And does it dry up your hair?

[@SimplyJuliaLauren]

Thank you! Yes; I use it every washday but it doesn’t dry my hair out at all 🤗

[@Sabrina_E.]

I love your hair!!!!!! I can’t use castor oil it’s way too thick. Is that the only oil you use?

[@SimplyJuliaLauren]

Thank you!!! Why is it too thick? Is it hard to work with? Do you have thin hair? How much are you using at a time? There could be a couple of solutions depending on the problem.

[@Sabrina_E.]

@@SimplyJuliaLauren maybe I wasn’t using it right, but my hair is not thin. On my page I put my favorite products, and I just use almond oil.

[@SimplyJuliaLauren]

@@Sabrina_E. I’m a firm believer in sticking my to what works for you long term. I had always used castor oil in some way but never alone and at first was worried about the texture of it and my hair. But when I stop and use it as a conditioner instead of an oil, I was able to find the right amount for me. If you want to stay with almond oil I say go for it, otherwise you could try mixing a little castor oil and transition until you’re only using the latter. (Remembering that you use less castor oil than you might others) hope this helps!

[@Sabrina_E.]

@@SimplyJuliaLauren thanks so much that is most definitely helpful!

[@missbluenshine]

Hi julia, when did you detangle your hair ? Remove shedding hair, knots etc? Is it before you did the first set of braids we saw when you’re washing your hair? I hope you understand 😂.

[@SimplyJuliaLauren]

So in the video, I detangle my hair as I take down each plait and a little more after I spray the aloe. Hope this helps!

[@missbluenshine]

@@SimplyJuliaLauren thank you again for your advice. as usual it’s helpful. I ll be doing the 2021 challenge too but with african threading instead of braids since i didn’t have good results With it last year.

[@mostlymusic8371]

I’m a little confused. You wash your scalp? I was always told not to, because things grow better in dirt. Am I wrong?

[@SimplyJuliaLauren]

STAHP😂😂😂

[@esemusic8294]

Hair grows best when you use less manipulation not because of not cleaning your scalp.

[@evamaf8857]

Hello , i wanted to know , you wash every week but indigenous wash every month , is she re moisturize every week instead of washing

[@SimplyJuliaLauren]

Yes because that works for her. My method is inspired by her but tailored to my own hair❤️✨

[@sammybreezy982]

When u keep tugging on the ends to show length over time it gets thin and pointy ..then u have to trim 😣

[@SimplyJuliaLauren]

So be it I guess🤷🏾‍♀️

[@amayam1894]

That makes sense i had a phase where I was obsessed with length and would always do that

[@hershe5655]

New subbie here! How often do you trim? And do you still deep condition after your wash days?

[@SimplyJuliaLauren]

Welcome!!! I haven’t trimmed in a year. And now that I use castor oil, I no longer need deep conditioner 🤗✨

[@hershe5655]

@@SimplyJuliaLauren okay I see, that makes sense! Thanks for your response!

[@orlane1323]

Thanks for the video 😘 please how do you do for the smell (flaxseed gel)

[@SimplyJuliaLauren]

Oh I have a couple tricks! I’ll have to make a a video for that soon!

[@orlane1323]

@@SimplyJuliaLauren thank you

[@micaelacollins934]

Do you have a video for your black soap shampoo?

[@SimplyJuliaLauren]

I might but if I do I don’t remember… I guess I’ll have to make a new one!

[@gracekyeinimako8874]

I will definely try this challenge but I have a quick question why don’t you deep condition?

[@SimplyJuliaLauren]

I no longer need it anywhere near as much as I once did. The dryness we experience can also be due to over manipulation, but because I don’t go through this I don’t use it a lot. There are a couple times in the summer where my hair might need it, but I’ll quickly turn to my DIY coconut leave in before a deep conditioner to keep it simple. Hope this helps!

[@ellayounge5004]

I know in the past you used to use conditioner.... Do you still do this?

[@SimplyJuliaLauren]

As far as Vo5, no; I no longer use it at all. I don't use any rinse out or deep conditioners unless my hair is really suffering during the summer. And even before either of those I will add back my DIY coconut leave in conditioner. I hope this helps!

[@ellayounge5004]

@@SimplyJuliaLauren I remember that leave in conditioner video thank you I will refer back to that.

[@billienicoletull2692]

Hi, How long did you keep these braids in before taking out? Also, I saw that you said in another video you work out consistently…. What do you do to tame the frizz from the sweat? Thank you lovely !!

[@SimplyJuliaLauren]

I wash my hair about once a week, and that’s when I redo my braids. And to be honest I just embrace the frizz 🤷🏾‍♀️ it’s all natural to me😂

[@5pctLowBattery]

Rewind... did I miss the conditioner part ? 🤔

[@SimplyJuliaLauren]

Lol nope! Go watch the parts about the castor oil once more. You’ll see why there was no conditioner to miss🤗

[@ednamixon2987]

Castor oil conditions the hair already

[@monie948]

Song?

[@SimplyJuliaLauren]

Which one?

[@serena_bee]

Oghh you’re out of chebe. I just heard that, I spoke too quickly. Lol

[@SimplyJuliaLauren]

Lol yeah I’ve been trying to get my hands on some more😅😂

[@sarademelash1374]

I like you sis

[@SimplyJuliaLauren]

❤️ like you too sis!

[@me-ex1se]

Hi

[@SimplyJuliaLauren]

Hello!

[@MoniMeka]

You don't wash the castor oil off of your hair? My gosh, it's so thick and coats the hair! I use to use it, but I noticed that I had lots of build up on my hair. This happens with grease also. I love grease, but I have to make sure I get it all off before I add more or it will build up and cause water to not absorb.into my hair. I had this problem! I would.wash my hair and.it would.take so long.for my hair to get fully wet. It would never get saturated because I washed in twist and didnt unravel them to wash the castor oil or grease off. My hair would not shrink much because it was not getting another moisture. This my experience. Please take your plaits down and get.tje castor.oul off your strains sistah!

[@SimplyJuliaLauren]

If that's your experience and obviously not mine or any others of many in the community, please refrain from telling me what to do and misspelling "sis" or "sister" in an attempt to make what you said less demeaning. Thank you for watching!

[@odettevanga6836]

God love you so much that He gives is only son Jesus Christ for us. Turn to Him and have a relationship with Him. Pay attention to what you say because our tongue speak into life

[@SimplyJuliaLauren]

Thank you; I’ve already accepted Jesus into my life🤗