AVOID THESE 5 COMMON HAIR MISTAKES IN 2024! (AND WHAT TO DO INSTEAD!)

[@CurlyChemistry]

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[@syrenthiamontgomery3609]

One mistake I made …I was protecting my ends, getting them clipped every 2 months but they were still splitting….realized that my high porous ends needed to be moisturized and sealed every 3 days (when I noticed them getting dry) as well as be protected. I hope this helps someone 😊

[@ebonywatson9939]

Me I’m that someone ty❤❤❤❤

[@semoneg2826]

❤❤

[@RoRo_X2]

You helped me too. Thanks

[@tla091]

I made the mistake of not taking the time to learn how to care for my natural when I first went natural. I was not nice to my hair in the beginning.

[@lorettabaker962]

One mistake I made was using to many different hair products and not being patient with just one because it wasn’t working fast enough

[@semoneg2826]

😊😊

[@krisitamorris7508]

I experienced hydral fatigue. That was a big mistake. When my hair was puffy and not defined I thought I needed more moisture. It wasn’t until my hair responded SO favorably to a henna treatment that I realized I needed more protein. Because I’m low porosity, I focused much more on moisture. But the last few months of last year, I really researched products that would help balance my routine, so I’m really trying to listen to what my hair needs this year.

[@auntlisa817]

I will never use too many products with protein in one wash day again. My hair broke like crazy and it set me back on my healthy hair journey!

[@CurlyChemistry]

That's a good point! Thank you for sharing!

[@ebonywatson9939]

The mistake I made was trying to do my own protein treatment using food I saw others use on KZbin. My hair got so dry and broke off so bad after growing so well. Now I’m in the middle of trying to repair my ends

[@semoneg2826]

😊😊

[@loafi9900]

It worked for me I used eggs avocado and oil

[@lisabarclay9374]

I made quite a lot of mistakes in the past but like not detailing my hair before washing. This was definitely a game changer 😊

[@discipleoftruth1985]

I made the mistake of skipping trims. I tried to trim my hair myself but I'm going to make an appointment because I need to get it cut.

[@teresaburton3217]

Relaxing it but have shaved my hair off going back natural for life😃

[@CurlyChemistry]

Yay! Congrats on your new journey! :-)

[@lyricjackson8301]

A mistake that I’ve been doing for years and just realized about a year or two ago is ALWAYS wearing my hair in the pineapple. My crown started to break off and now I’m currently trying to get it back healthy. Hoping it’s not too late cause I used to scratch it a lot not knowing how that can make it even worse….

[@pollyw4771]

Yes to green tea love it 🥰

[@TheMotherlove411]

My mistake was taking hair skin and nail vitamins. I am post menopausal and have PCOS. taking the hair vitamins just added to. my facial hair problem. It's now at the point where even after removing the hair on my upper lip, it still looks like I have a mustache. 😢 Also, hair is still thinning on the crown. My big hair mistake was not adding hair oil to my regiment, after over 7 years of being natural. So no matter how much leave-in, curl definition cream, and water I used, my hair stayed dry. I just started using oil about 2-3 months ago, big difference with my hair dryness. I am over 65 years old.

[@CurlyChemistry]

Thank you for sharing! I'm glad you're seeing a difference with the addition of oils to your regimen.

[@TW_HamptonU]

@TheMotherlove411 Your story sounds like mine. I'm 50+, post-menopausal and I have PCOS. I take GNC's MegaWoman vitamins. I friend recommended them over a decade ago and they work best for me. My crown area had always been thinner. But the older I get its looks like it's getting thinner. I've been using Kreyol Essence Haitian black castor oil and I've noticed a little growth. I just have to give it time and be consistent. All the best with your journey.

[@traceylennon1204]

@TheMotherlove411 I can relate..I'm 62 and take Nutrafol Balance and started massaging natural oils into my scalp..waiting patiently for results..maybe I should check my hormone levels and quit relaxers for good!

[@melindapear4798]

I would say coloring my hair and also perms

[@enigmaticempress]

One mistake I made was not taking iron tablets when my levels were low. I believe that affected the health of my hair. I’m currently taking Mega food brand tablets but will def look into Ritual.

[@ClassyDdiamond]

Mistake -excessive Heat -Adding extensions for braids -Not deep conditioning EVERY wash week -no essential oils on my scalp. My scalp is sensitive to essential oils. I was going bald

[@my1stlove130]

One mistake I did last year was not taking care of scalp health, not working out. I plan on keeping my scalp moisturized so I won’t have to itch it which can lead to breakage. It’s about the length for me this year

[@Erudite48085]

I think I discovered a way to remoisturize and refresh my hair by "plopping," applying a moisturizer or spraying a curl refresher throughout the hair, put it in a pineapple, and sleep in a plastic cap. In the morning it's "wet"/damp, shake it out and go. Hair is refreshed and looks moisturized. I'm experimenting with using different products (curl creams with oils vs. liquid sprays without oils, etc). BUT my question is, is this bad for the hair? Will it cause "hydro fatigue?"

[@kaelathompson2128]

One of my mistakes definitely is not washing often. Sadly everytime I was my hair I get a head cold which basically means I get a headache for like 2 days after and I get congested as if it's a full blown cold. I've been told it's because I don't dry my hair properly, but I've been taking extra time to make sure that my scalp is completely dry but it's still happens. I'm not sure what to do about that as it prevent me from being regular with my wash days.

[@wendyhill3942]

I wore too many headbands too tightly against my edges and was careless, taking them off 😢

[@CurlyChemistry]

Thank you for sharing, that friction is no joke! :-(

[@Raexrae_68292]

This video is so spot on.😊😊I have low porosity, type 4, and super dense fine hair. And I have made all of these mistakes in 2023. But in 2024, I actually implemented all of these tips because my hair and body were craving it. The biggest mistake I have made for my hair was neglecting scalp care. I didn't realize how much my scalp and hair were CRAVING hydration and moisture. So now I have made sure to water my scalp and hair. I use humectant (water loving) serums or liquid sprays to increase the longevity of hydration of my locks. Twice a day I mist my scalp and hair with cold water. And I follow up with a moisturizing product to boost hydration. 4 of my favorite hydration boosting products are Camille Rose Honey Dew Refresher Spray ($8.69), Biossance 100% Squalane Oil ($34), The Doux Get Honey Serum ($13.99), Donna's Recipe Strength Oil ($25), and of course good ol' H20! Additionally, I always dry/diffuse my hair with cold air, to seal & lock the moisture in my hair. And my hair has been thriving ever since! 💞💞 Healthy long coily hair, here we come!

[@Raexrae_68292]

Note: It's really important to listen to your hair needs. Meaning, is your feeling and looking its healthiest. Does it need more hydration or more protein. My hair usually needs more hydration if it's dry, dull, and frizzy. And it needs more protein if it's limp and and not springy. I personally always use a balanced protein and moisturizing deep conditioner every wash day. And I prefer light weight styling products so my hair completely dries within an hour after styling. I hope this helps someone

[@Tahesha]

Coloring my hair

[@ayee_ja2898]

Getting bored…lol. Then damaging it and growing it back out again. I’m getting older so I know I can’t continue this cycle. I get to mid back every few years and then damage it.

[@my1stlove130]

I’m starting my protective style I’m about a week getting my hair braided down to wear glueless wigs for 3 months at a time and YES I will be keeping my scalp clean and my hair hydrated and moisturize. I will be oiling and massage my scalp too using good oils and essential oils

[@BB-uy1pv]

Thank You, Your hair is beautiful

[@CurlyChemistry]

Thank you! :-)

[@traceylennon1204]

I take Nutrafol Balance!

[@lmsf2445]

Found you today! Post menopause. My natural hair always knitting at ends. Wash with clear shampoo & condition weekly. While still soaking wet, dd argon oil to scalp then leave in conditioner to hair. What should I change & when should utilize your suggested hibiscus or ginger/caffeine type rinses.. before shampoo?

[@alexiousthomas]

Hi I have natural curly hair it use to be wavy slash curly so I have heat damage and I was wondering what I could do to restore my curls my hair is so dry it gets tangle easily and I was wondering if I should wash it every other week?

[@Sistahknit]

Hey, Sis, thanks for the awesome hair info. I appreciate you.

[@CurlyChemistry]

You're welcome! 🙂

[@accountuser9382]

My mistake is going too long lol wash day b soooo tiring smh I’ll do better😢

[@LisaMarieMcElroy]

NIOXIN 2 or 6 is amazing also... love from Ireland ☘️❤

[@my1stlove130]

Kinda funny you said apple cider vinegar rinse because I went down in the kitchen for mine to do a final rinse cause I don’t like how my hair feels I feel as though my cuticle is lifted

[@semoneg2826]

Oh ok

[@sarah3998]

Tonya what's your say on including MSM in oil n masks

[@user-eb5wq3vi2j]

My mistake was the whole time I've been natural in the last 8 years and using every oil under the sun for moisture, my hair never retained length and was always dry until I totally switched back to HAIR GREASE. I use shampoo and conditioners that DO NOT have any natural oils in them and I use leave in creams in which some have petrolatum and mineral oil in them. I have been elated to now see length retention for my thin strands, high porosity, 4b hair. I also had to find a gel which doesn't have any natural oils or aloe in it for my wash and gos. I also discovered that aloe products created protein buildup which had caused so many setbacks over the years. I am now starting to have hang time with my hair, finally. I do appreciate your knowledge and advice on caring for our hair.

[@ebonywatson9939]

I went back to hair grease as well. I don’t know why I stopped my hair was at its best when I used it in the past

[@user-eb5wq3vi2j]

It is totally a game changer. I now see so many naturals who seem to have the same struggles as I did with dryness, and am always proned to tell them that they should give hair grease a try but I just keep it moving and hope they too will eventually figure it out. 🤷🏽‍♀️

[@semoneg2826]

​@@user-eb5wq3vi2j Many is listening to the naturalist thats demonising hair grease

[@lindokuhledhlamini1184]

Hey, I really enjoy ur content. Please can u do a video on how to take care the hair while in braids or cornrows. I never know whether to use a braid spray, sheen spray or just an oil. My hair is always so dry and brittle after my cornrow take down.

[@CurlyChemistry]

Yes, I can! :-)

[@my1stlove130]

Please I need this information too

[@pamelawillis3205]

When you need spiritual & mental help. Pray & seek it.❤

[@semoneg2826]

Mistake i was making was not to moisterise my hair in sections and taking too long to moisterise..it caused dryness and breakage

[@ShayD-ig9vh]

Is cowashing a thing? If so how is it done? And when is it recommended

[@denorene16]

Neglecting my scalp. Right now, I'm trying to get my hands on a detox shampoo again, which is very difficult to find but I want to replace my scalp brush. I haven't been using it for a long time now.

[@husnachuchuchuukikoti3700]

Hi.....could you talk about keratin treatment on all hair types especially relaxed one, the pros and cons of the treatment. I accidentally bought one and i do not have knowledge about it

[@josephj4097]

I made the mistake of being a product junkie, not having a true regimen, and not getting regular trims.

[@MxBell212]

Ignoring my hair while protective styling

[@pollyw4771]

Yes to Ritual. Thank you 🦋😘

[@CurlyChemistry]

You're welcome! Enjoy! :-)

[@LisaMarieMcElroy]

I got a hairbrush red and blue lights for my birthday I'm going to start using, have you any advice on these,?? My favourite Chanel now ❤

[@cheshiredj]

The mistake I made was using ba detangling brush every wash day. My hair is a lot thinner.

[@samanthamonroe3826]

trying to make products work that everyone recommending for my hair type not paying attention that it just wasn’t budging 😂 (ie the holy grail coconut oil + shea butter combo for low porosity fine hair)

[@belindasanders1719]

Using henna is the worst mistake that I ever made.

[@zeldanelson1502]

Really, I have never used Henna, what effect did it have on your hair?

[@belindasanders1719]

@@zeldanelson1502 My hair was dry as hay. Many use it successfully, but it wasn't for me.

[@belindasanders1719]

@@zeldanelson1502 It dried out my hair.

[@marleyhill34]

too tight styles in my crown so now the follicles there are weak.

[@DeshaunD]

wooooo the way i gotta take my knotless braids out at 5 weeks to the *day*.

[@MrsXavier2712]

I keep my hair short, I cut it every month, I wet my hair when I take my bathes should I stop

[@75404]

The mistake I made was letting a licensed cosmetologist takedown and then rebraid my hair with Kankrlon added every 3 weeks. I started with thick, neck length hair. 20 years later I have traction alopecia, thin areas of hair. I thought the so called protective style would grow my hair.

[@semoneg2826]

It depends ..i do protective styles but at least twice a year but i dont allow my hairdresser to pull it tight..

[@ebonywatson9939]

What do you think of centrum silver for women 50 plus?

[@CurlyChemistry]

It's a pretty reputable vitamin, but of course with anything the results will vary per person.

[@rachelvalentin456]

My son is 14 and he has very coarse hair and I’m not too familiar with the hair care that he should be using. He has very dry and flaky hair and we have been trying natural remedies but nothing is working. He tried not washing his hair for several days because it’s so dry. What do you recommend?

[@nicorobin7666]

What sh means by protective style? Does she mean using oil before ironing or does she mean a specific tool? Please someone explain thabk you all

[@adorahowell7223]

Well I am guilty of all 5

[@kaitlunatwood5383]

Do you have advice for kids? My babies are biracial and all 3 have different hair types. My youngest two can take heavier products 3b/3c but my oldest can’t 2c/3a fine but still needs more moisture

[@lindokuhledhlamini1184]

Hey Tonya, I love how informative your videos are. I wanted to know if it's good or bad to steam your hair, or will that also create gaps like how using hot water does? If using steam is allowed how much time would you recommend spending under at steamer?

[@CurlyChemistry]

Using steam for your hair is not bad, you can also apply your conditioner to your hair with a shower cap over it, if you would like extra protection for your hair, but if you have really dry hair, doing a steam treatment can be helpful.

[@lindokuhledhlamini1184]

@@CurlyChemistry Thank you sooo much for the response. It's gonna be so useful.

[@celesterose609]

Perms. Never again 😊

[@carolyngriffin5117]

How to get your Ebook

[@fieldbloomtotlyn]

My mistake is keeping my braids in too long 😢

[@Tays_way]

One mistake I made was getting faux locs 😢

[@CurlyChemistry]

Oh wow! Did you experience breakage?

[@Tays_way]

@@CurlyChemistry really bad!

[@nickydulcio1031]

One mistake is leaving my protective hair styles in too long while neglecting my scalp

[@essielayn]

❤QUESTION-> someone who is familiar with natural hair care claims that USING OILS IS BAD FOR OUR HAIR AND SCALP😮 WHAT IS YOUR OPINION/ADVICE? ❤

[@debjb5038]

I made the mistake of using henna in my hair. It was the worst mistake, never again!

[@CurlyChemistry]

Yeah, henna and my hair are not friends...it dried my hair out so bad. :-(

[@debjb5038]

@@CurlyChemistryYes! It damaged mine!😢 Thank God that chapter is now over!🙏

[@marlenegray9156]

All the things you said Is good but you talk too fast , people need to be able to digest things that you are are saying

[@semoneg2826]

😊

[@MissKim671]

The one mistake I made... chemically relaxing my hair when I really didn't need it 🫤