Ask Dickey! E62: Is Deep Conditioning Merely Power of Suggestion?

[@Lisa-mr4lo]

Have watched this over and over and keep busting out laughing and missing the message🤣🤣. I'll try again later. The delivery is hysterical.

[@RegzGirl]

I love this man!! I truly appreciate that he embraces the diversity of textures in the natural hair community. He gives information based off of what the hair is in its natural state. Alot of KZbinrs give Type 3 advice for Type 4 hair and leaving us wondering why the shit aint working! (Sorry for the sailor's mouth). Mr Dickey truly has been a Godsend for me because I refer to his videos like the Dead Sea Scrolls when I have a question about my thick, sometimes unruly, stubborn, full, dense crown of Type 4abc hair

[@erikalee8058]

To the person who posed the question I deep condition weekly in addition to washing or cowashing my hair every 2 days & I do wng styling. I use conditioner, conditioner, conditioner on my kinky hair. Did I say conditioner? My hair loves conditioner!

[@natashaboutin4074]

Here’s one for the movement and side eye included 😏 I love it 🤪😂🤣😂🤣

[@zipporahthompson9516]

The explanation he gave to this question was in line with his philosophy of following "gimmicks" that he talks about in a previous video. Basically, he's telling us that if our hair is dry, brittle, or breaking off, with the conditioning regime we are currently using, then maybe a deep conditioning system should be added to ones regime. That was my takeaway...

[@nekiawade6702]

I became a lazy natural about 8 months in and stopped deep conditioning. Well, my hair was ok...it grew, looked moisturized, etc. However, when I decided to include it back in my wash day when the weather got colder I noticed an immediate improvement (especially when I used it with heat). So I think some textures can be ok and not "tore up" lol but dc still has great benefits.

[@TheResetWithEmi]

Lmao! I'll pose the question a different way because I think I interpreted the question a little differently before I heard your response. What I got from that question is this: if we are doing the right things (like cowashing/wash and go styling daily as you recommend), thereby keeping hair moisturized and strengthened, trimming on schedule etc, is deep conditioning (perhaps weekly) still necessary? Could it be that the people who say deep conditioning is necessary for hair growth just think that because that's what's been repeated all the time. Whereas, hair growth and health is really from consistent proper hair care practices in general (such as daily wash and go styling)? I hope that made some kind of sense lol (if this was your question and this is what you were trying to say, let me know! 😂)

[@MrAnitaw14]

Amy lozy. That was the question I was actually to say. Is deep conditioning necessary even when you're doing the right things. We tend to hop on the bandwagon when we see a large group of women participate which in turn drives the industry and natural hair community. I was trying to understand it from more of a scientific aspect.

[@TheResetWithEmi]

@@MrAnitaw14 that's what I figured 😊. And I think I recall him saying in an older video that deep conditioning becomes obsolete when you are doing daily wash and go styling. Because the daily moisture is maintaining your hair as opposed to waiting once a week to wet the hair (which I guess is why people reach for the deep conditioner weekly to make up for the whole week of dry hair). It's a great question actually

[@MrAnitaw14]

@@TheResetWithEmi That does make a lot of sense. Thanks for answering my question 😁

[@TheResetWithEmi]

@@MrAnitaw14 I was actually thinking out loud/further drilling down into the question you asked lol. But I think that there is still a place for deep conditioning even with the daily wash and go styling and it all depends on a lot of things. Perhaps you can deep condition less often because of the daily wash and go? Perhaps you don't have to leave the deep conditioner in as long? Perhaps you don't need to use moisture only based deep conditioners when you do deep condition. Perhaps you can skip the steamer? Or perhaps not. I think it will come down to what a particular head of hair needs. I do the daily cowash but I use a conditioner with proteins. However, I still deep condition every weekend or every other weekend with a mask that has proteins as well. Sometimes I'll use my steamer with it. I think it all just comes down to paying attention to the hair to see what it needs

[@MARY-tw7lh]

I love it that we are discussing this question with so much thought & concern. Btw I do deep condition my natural hair, did the same when my hair was permed. My hair has thinned over the yrs (I think from perm chemicals) and possibly genetics. But since going natural over 7 yrs it appears thicker! Thanks for the education everyone💕

[@avabrown5259]

I get so excited when I see a new video from Hairrules pop up on my phone! It's usually when I'm under the dryer doing my wash & go and CAN'T HEAR IT THEN...DAMMIT! BUT..it's always worth the wait. LOVE!

[@gloryreflection7080]

My understanding of the question is.... If you are conditioning regularly, is deep conditioning necessary?

[@kreyol539]

Yes! Deep conditioner penetrates the strands of your hair deeper than a regular conditioner. For optimal strength and moisture balance, this step can not be avoided (once per week, every time I wash). You’d be better off eliminating the rinse out - I find that to be an unnecessary step if you have a good deep conditioner. I have type 4a, dense, full shoulder length hair and I only do wash and gos (big chopped just shy of two years - cut it 4x since, so its grown fast)! My steps are as follows: shampoo, deep conditioner (camille rose - algae renew, which detangles fabulously) leave a little in as a leave in, yes all in one (but you need a potent product for that to work, note that the directions dont say to do that, it just works well for me), then pop on uncle funky’s daughter gel, and I’m set for the week. This is coming from someone who used to do 3 styling products every wash day!

[@TheJocha31]

I deep condition weekly and my hair love it. Although I have been without a relaxer for about 5 years I would never just rock my natural coils...I also wore wigs or some other protective style because I didnt like my texture. I just didnt know what to do with it. I found Dickey youtube Page at the beginning of Dec 2018 and I promise it has changed my whole thoughts on my natural hair and how I take care of it. I love it now! I love doing wash and goes daily! My hair looks so pretty and healthy too. I also so feel better about myself as well because my natural hair is prettier than my weaves and wigs. So when Dickey say deep condition on a regular then its getting deep conditioned. I didn't have a clue before December. When you know better, you do better.

[@lisasims3970]

I love deep conditioning, it's the most important step in my regimen for my type 4 hair!

[@joybanks4974]

I didn't really understand the question, but I think that folks think they can do anything to their hair and then do a deep conditioning treatment to fix the neglect and damage. A healthy hair regimen works best.

[@samanthawilliams5248]

Dickey an Glam Fam are wise about HAIR THANK YOU!!! For the knowledge🤗🤗

[@Sherry21ful]

Um we haven't heard from u in a month sir!!! Bring it back. Us naturals need you!

[@JoAnnaTheSoulStringerJohnson]

I don't call you The Truth Teacher for nothing. This right here!!! 👏👏👏👏🙌

[@ossier2796]

I found out the hard way that my hair needs deep conditioning.

[@najeebasheer9093]

It seems to me the person was asking is DEEP conditioning necessary, not is CONDITIONING necessary.

[@MarsharenaLee01]

I just subscribed because I love that you explain things. I also got the "Bell" so I can get notified when you upload new videos. Where the hell have you been since I've been on my natural hair journey, I'm just saying! 💜

[@1GoldenBreeze]

Before I started seeing the natural hair movement in forums and then on YT I always deep conditioned my natural hair weekly because that's what my mom and grandma taught me. I didn't even know that ladies with tight curly, coily, or kinky hair used rinse out conditioner unless they were relaxed. I was taught that it wasn't for natural textured hair because it was too light weight. Well of course I now know that we can use rinse out condish, but I've never stopped deep conditioning.

[@jimbearone]

For me at least, Deep Conditioning leaves my hair smoother and softer and it lasts far longer than just a one to five minute treatment.

[@christinespain-stewart7115]

Thank you Dickey for explaining in at great detail. 😁

[@TheWooness26]

I don't feel like that video really answered the question. Does deep conditioning actually make difference as opposed to normal conditioner, YES or NO??

[@just_antony238]

A deep conditioner becomes obsolete when you condition (regular) your hair on a daily basis. A deep conditioner is great for those who do protective styling or who hasn’t wet their hair in a while. That’s what I got from his other videos 😂

[@uberhaute_naturalz84]

@@just_antony238 Deep Conditioner and rinse out may have the same ingredients list however, they are not created equal. One penetrates the hair shaft(deep), the other smoothens the cuticle (rinse) which is why they both have different usage instructions. You can learn more about this from Curly Chemistry or Moknowshair Channel.

[@LolaJay_]

YES -- regularly deep conditioning will CHANGE YOUR LIFE. I'm 4b/4c and six years natural. I used to wash and deep condition my hair every six to eight weeks for most of my journey. In May, I started to do this every two to three weeks religiously. It has TRANSFORMED my hair.

[@uberhaute_naturalz84]

@@LolaJay_ I cleanse and condition weekly now, majorly wash n go. My hair is so moisturised, receptive and in one year, my hair has grown beyond my armpit at the back and nipple in front.

[@l.patrick3155]

The questions we ask sometimes...😯

[@burnetteford6070]

Hi Dickey, I love your content. When you are deep conditioning, how long should you stay under the dryer with the conditioner in your hair?

[@dannieh.5732]

Encore, please!!!👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽☺ Yes indeed!🖤💙💚💛

[@Flyonthewall101yes]

It wasn't hypnosis, but it was Dry tour up hair Dickey your to much !! I love your sense of humor

[@sallymwa89]

I love you Dickey💕💕💖. Truly Spoken and precisely

[@raeethevirgo5601]

I screamed 🤣🤣🤣 but why is this me though 😭 I can definitely stand to do better 🤷🏽‍♀️ I know better but I don’t do better and every time I go to touch my hair she has her cat claws ready to slice and dice

[@frans2197]

Yaaasssss!! Say it louder for the folks in the back! 😂😂..Bayyy-Beeee this video right here tho...lol ✊🏾

[@pamelalovesboundaries]

Could not detangling well enough be a reason for frizz? I have 4b/c hair but it will not respond to any gels or conditioners. I never get good clump. My was and goes always look frizzy and dry. I have low porosity hair :-(

[@rosemaryrose6994]

Hope your surgery goes well Dickey

[@Chin715]

Tore up that's broke off lmaoooo

[@SkyandQuill]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@33faith]

LOL! I'm sorry but I was crackin up! I was also puzzled because... I never knew my people actually questioned the use of a deep conditioner?!

[@baligirl953]

Hello Dickey I have wondered if you will ever do gallons in your line up ? I prefer to buy bulk for me it saves time.

[@nancitawyatt907]

You are so real & so funny 😂 Love your channel ❤️

[@beljones6659]

Power of suggestion....what???? This was funny and informative!!!

[@scooterinc7733]

Thx u I hope I can make to NY one day so u can do majic on my daughters hair. I look forward to ur informative videos. Love u

[@Poppy-jp8ng]

redo the question please ....conditioning regularly vs deep conditioning every week or two ....plastic cap for 30 minutes to one hour vs 2 to 3 rinse outs of conditioner two to three times a week

[@veronicataylor9831]

Hahah 😂😂 “dry tore up hair that’s broke off” = basically me... because I don’t deep condition enough!!!!

[@kippysun]

YESSSSS!! DICKEY!! With the REAL HAIR RULES!! LOL😂🤣🙏💥💣💁🏽‍♀️ He speaks TRUTH!! 👀 LISTEN PEOPLE!! 👏👏👂👂

[@beesilva9085]

Lawd! I need to go to Hair Rules

[@marinahernandez7103]

Hello Mr. Dickey. I have question. I have 4abc hair combination right along with low porosity hair. What other hair regiment besides co-wash, deep conditioning, leave in conditioner, and hair cut every 3 or 4 months do you recommend? Any advice will surely be appreciated.

[@tangiechapman6219]

Is rice water good for a hair and how do use it once a month twice a week to grow would it be good for my hair because I have 4a/4b

[@indiagiles8833]

Dickey droppn gems out here!

[@triceydub6511]

I’m dying!! 💀💀💀 I love you!!

[@reneeproud5273]

I didn't know you went to Harvard, that's my dream school

[@hairrules]

It was a for a (failed) hypnosis treatment for smoking.

[@mckaylahephzibah8045]

i had to wstch again 😝

[@sweetsharie66]

??🤷🏽‍♀️

[@ykmunroe]

😂😂😂😂 I love you!!! Yes!! 😂😂

[@naturalqueen1530]

Sis the Power of Suggestion is to Bathed your hair in Conditioner daily. /2 days Don't brake ya self. Beautify those kinks sis . Be your best you. Shine on sis 😊😊

[@mckaylahephzibah8045]

😂 🤣

[@queen_eyr]

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