BEST Pre Poo Routine For Natural Hair - Aloe Vera | All Textures - Scalp to Ends

[@IntuitiveWanderess]

My great grandmother used to put aloe Vera in my scalp when she’d braid up my hair. I used to sit between her legs on the on the balcony in Costa Rica waiting patiently for my pretty hair style. I miss that lady so much.

[@clydeswinfield1556]

Aaah.....😢

[@nini28745]

🤗

[@monikaharrell35654]

awwwh🥺

[@BlackGirlLovesAnime6]

That's such a beautiful memory.

[@nathaliasimone_]

Heyyyya fellow Tica in the buildingg 😁🧡💛 🇨🇷 🇨🇷 🇨🇷

[@sabreaj]

Can someone explain the point of watching someone's routine and complaining to them that it's excessive even though they obviously love it and will continue to do it...? If you don't like or want to do something you could just like....... not do it? Lol. Everyone loves to say how they're entitled to have an opinion but that justification only goes so far. There's no point in being negative about something that isn't even affecting your life... but anyway thanks for the vid Whitney! Pre-pooing has been a life saver for me so I'm always open to any new tips and tricks

[@kokie2ya]

Sabrea Jackson I think many smaller youtuber's just want the KZbin traffic.

[@sheliasmith9820]

Sabrea Jackson I can't wait to try this. I just did the one to stop shedding on my hair and my moms. it totally worked so I will do this also. Keep um coming Whitney Cuz baby girl my hair is thriving from your tutorials!

[@sabreaj]

shelia smith exactly! She's never steered me wrong so I'm rolling with it

[@sabreaj]

***** this is true and it's unfortunate because like you said, we don't want to hear that. I guess they never learned that if you don't have anything nice to say don't say anything at all. It's just crazy that they'll really be debating with the actual content creator about what they choose to do with their body 😂 I'll just pray for them

[@sabreaj]

***** omg yes, these viewers are so entitled!! They love to say "well they're putting themselves out there so I have the right to question things"... girl no! If you're walking in the grocery store, can someone just randomly ask you where your daddy is because you decided to be in public?? Like wtf 😂 I just scroll and shake my head

[@sacha242]

This aloe treatment was amazing!!! I'm from The Bahamas so I decided to grow some aloe in my backyard just to be able to do this all the time. The aloe completely transformed my hair even before I added the oil. My hair was super moisturized, my hair was jet black and my curls were popping. Nature really does give us everything we need. I def recommend this to all naturals!

[@sorenadix6411]

"If I can't eat it..." 🙌🙌🙌💅

[@thebrilauren]

Girl yes 242 what it do? 😋. My parents always had aloe Vera plants growing in our back yard and every Sunday I would wake up early to cut off a piece of the leaf to jump start my wash day. Like you said, my hair was transformed! It was always so soft and shiny and it definitely defined my curls 😭.

[@Catsgivemelife]

Sabrina Brown, where’d they get them?

[@Firstprecedent]

do you have to wash the aloe vera out the next day or can y leave it in

[@Shrimp459]

@@Firstprecedent you can leave it in overnight

[@tibla100]

I like to cut out the aloe jelly, blend it, and strain out the pulp. You can freeze the aloe gel in ice trays and use them when needed (thaw it out, put in an application bottle and use in hair... with out the aloe chunks getting stuck in your hair)... you can also save the pulp and use it for your facials. It applies a lot easier... and save in the fridge. Aloe is the best!

[@5pctLowBattery]

Roberta Pierre thanks. going to try this. Had a lot of pulp left in my hair after shampooing.

[@blessedfavoredalways1912]

Thanks for this!

[@sorenadix6411]

I saw the ice tray idea on YT Beauty Hacks. 🎉

[@ThisiswhatIdoforaliving]

Great tip. Thnx for sharing 🤗

[@joycecarter1966]

Thanks for saying to save in the fridge!!

[@AMYP6]

If you have tighter curls I.e. 4c don't rub the aloe to hard because the meat of the aloe will rub out into your coils. It will be hard to wash out the meat of the aloe.

[@howtoitall76]

so true, try straining the gel thought cheese cloth or similar fabric

[@hairisforever5evershaircar917]

Thanks for sharing this 😩🙌🏽

[@GodLOVES_you1437]

Thank you because I was about to go in with the aloe leaf 😂

[@brokegirlmagic8744]

We 4c always gotta work harder, i was going to do the leaf method too. Thanks for the warning

[@TeKeyaKrystal]

@@brokegirlmagic8744 haha , right ! part of me still wants to try this way .. I may have to learn the hard way

[@Naptural85]

NEW Video is Up!! #NaturalHair Watch "BEST Pre-Poo Routine For Natural Hair | All Textures - Scalp to Ends" at www.youtube.com/watch… Xo! ❤️

[@JayJay-zr3kl]

Naptural85 why not use a plastic cap?

[@Naptural85]

Hey Jay Jay! I've been avoiding trapping "liquids" into my hair overnight lately. After everything that happened to my hair last year, I'm really trying to avoid irritating my scalp or water-logging my hair strands. I used to love deep conditioning or "plastic-capping" overnight, but the more I thought about it, the more I felt it left more of a chance for bacteria growth on the scalp, as well as water-logged hair, but that's just me and I don't have any proof of this. I just don't feel comfortable doing it anymore XoXo!! ❤️❤️

[@JayJay-zr3kl]

Thanks for replying. Makes a lot of sense. I have loads of aloe plants where I live here in the Caribbean. I usually use aloe while deep conditioning on the scalp but I will definitely try it overnight as prepoo without the plastic cap and see how it goes. :)

[@yourfuturesurgeon]

Naptural85 nice!! I'll definitely try the aloe. I used the aloe juice rinse before. AMAZING!

[@JustJenail]

Naptural85 my hair is getting longer. wash day and my 1 yr old makes me not wanna be natural anymore. help!

[@brigettea.bryant3852]

Aloe vera is an incredible medicinal plant. I used to spread fresh aloe vera on my pregnant belly to avoid/minimize stretch marks. It worked!

[@huyaba100]

JazzWife .. I wish I did that... Stretch marks for days lol

[@tierrapineiro6729]

I wonder would it hep reduce the look of existing stretch marks 🤔

[@mikelasimmons9163]

You can even scoop out the gel and blend it so you can put it in a squirt bottle for easy application

[@jameelascanlan894]

Mikela Simmons good tip

[@tammymoore8804]

That's what i normally do.

[@nwoodar1]

OOOOOOO that's what I'm going to do! I have a TWA and wasn't sure how to part my hair clean & apply the aloe, but that is a wonderful idea!!! Heading to Whole Foods now!

[@huniebee2999]

NotoriousPhD Same, same.

[@Sevendayer]

Ok so I've tried…🤔so many things I've seen on KZbin I lost count. I've only commented on results once in the past. So here goes my second…after watching this video I went out to the store for what I needed and began the process. I must say this has been the least greasy, and least messy prepoo I've ever done!!! By the time my hair was twisted in parts (which btw I loved using a comb to make straight parts) my hair already felt good, I had the least amount of shedding I've ever seen (my hair sheds like crazy, still don't know why). The next day me and my sister decided to spend the afternoon at a bath house that had a steam room. I packed up my hair products and spent the day chatting, laughing and deep conditioning with some serious steam. I washed my hair and was so happy with how it felt. My hair has been restored instantly. Never have I ever enjoyed the results the first go around without adding or taking away from the original (I did however use coconut oil because I only had light extra virgin olive oil in house) thank you thank you for sharing your hair experiences. If not for KZbin I would not be curly and loving it. 🤗

[@sorenadix6411]

I've been trying Fermented rice water; with orange peels (please see YT tutorials), and have had next to no shedding/breakage! My hair is growing like weeds!!! 🎉💅

[@philautiaetdiligoalii4089]

That fresh aloe. I had a planted one and it just makes my hair shinnier and stronger

[@justarandomgamer6309]

Ive heard if rice water but notorange peels sound interesting! Gonna have to look this one up.​@sorenadix6411

[@7rfxn]

It's been 7 years since-

[@agatheantoine2814]

I tried ur pre-poo with the aloe vera, my hair is loving it, l never pre-poo before , but now l do it everttime l wash my hair, thank u for sharing that Happy mother's day

[@alexb7699]

I do this every wash day and it's really helped with my eczema! I cut a chunk and place it in my magic bullet to get it more liquified and I put this in a spray bottle to spray onto my hair. Also every night I cut a piece and rub it onto my skin. This helped to remove discoloration ☺ thanks for the video

[@tammymoore8804]

I've been doing this as well except I extract the aloe vera gel and put it in a blender along with the oils and blend together, add essential oils (rosemary, peppermint and ylang ylang) and put it on my scalp. Then I GHE (green house effect) overnight.

[@Sunkissedcomplexion]

Alex B that's such a good idea to blend it all up

[@ksayrah1987]

Alex B ,am going to try it for my brown spots thanks for the tip..

[@Thinesight]

Does this help with scalp eczema? I've been trying to find things to help sooth the itch and flakiness without continuing to use topical steroids.

[@alexb7699]

Thinesight TScott yes it does! But want to know the best kept secret for scalp eczema? It's peppermint oil! This is the only thing that works immediately. The aloe will definitely help but adding peppermint will keep it under control for days (also ACV rinses). I use the one by NOW. You can purchase it from your local whole foods or vitamin shoppe just make sure to get the 100% organic one. Hope this helps ☺

[@Ossouko]

I wish people would be more creative with their own hair routine instead of whining and complaining. She's sharing a method. You don't have to follow to the T. Take the tips, work something that works for Your hair and on your bike you go.😆 Pure aloe gel can be bought ready made you just need to be prepared to pay the price for it because apart from that it takes the same time as any other prepoo for those who already do prepoo so I really don't get the negativity from some peeps on the comments section 🤔

[@241Genevieve]

looool i see this with people complaining about youtubbers buying too much clothing or they are expensive, i'm like damn you don;t have to buy the products.

[@D.Drayton]

It's funny because throughout the video I was thinking about how I could adapt her method because my hair is different from hers. I think some people just like to complain.

[@tequilashots875]

Ossouko 3 people just need to complain about something. I hear folks complain all the time about how cold it is. Then when warm weather shows up "omg it's so hot!!" I'm like shut up!!!

[@mayajohnson1748]

Ossouko 3 O

[@toniatrotman3871]

Naqiyba Thomas: the privilege we have😊😊

[@kikiinthegarden]

Ohhhhhh snap!! I feel sorry for my aloe plants on my porch 😂 they bout to be butchered! Good thing I have about 5 mama size ones and they all have babies growing out to turn into mama sizes eventually! Gotta love living in FL

[@23skeetz]

send me one lol

[@thed.i.yreader1841]

TheKeiToLife Vlogs Your so blessed Mine keep dieing

[@kenchasaswann8277]

I was thinking the same thing, either my plants are about to go down OR I need to plant specifically for this purpose! Lol

[@lakera6860]

Do you know where you can buy the seeds to plant them? I'm in NY and I've never seen a plant around my area lol

[@rosemacaron]

LaKera Davis I've seen cheap ones at ikea.

[@PalmettoChic92]

Straight savage! My hair went crazy over this prepoo method! Especially after I took out my protective style (Senegalese twist). I didn't even have to sleep in it, I'm doing the other half of my hair and the half I just did is already dry! My poor hair and scalp was dehydrated! Using this FOREVER!

[@allycinb]

YES! I did this about three weeks ago and my hair was thirsty. Did it again last night in preparation for today and my hair has literally absorbed all this natural goodness. I almost don't want to wash it. I will definitely use this method on a regular!

[@wentzel812]

Okay so does it mean when you moisturise and twist your hair its a good thing when the twist become bone dry? Cause I notice my daughters hair eventually sucks up the product and her twists get dry and I have to open them each day and reapply moisture. But when I leave her hair open it stay moisturized for days. Should I keep it twist then? I thought when it stays moisturized its a good thing🤷‍♀️

[@EtherealVibe]

@@wentzel812 do you mean dry as in it was wet/damp from products and now the hair has air dried so its dry? B/c that's normal. What twists are suppose to do is actually lock the moisture in. It absorbs all the products as its drying so when the twists are dry and you keep them in for a few days (however long it takes to dry or just as a style), once you take them out & say separate the twists her hair should *feel* moisturized. It could be the products you're using to twist her hair. The products that's work for her W&G may not respond the same when you twist her hair ...idk lol just a thought.

[@nvthequeen2001]

I have cornrows and I want to try this. When you washed it out, were there any flakes or was your hair clear?

[@Shrimp459]

@@wentzel812 did you spray her hair with water as well as using the Aloe Vera gel on her hair? Saturate real good. Did you use any oil with the Aloe Vera? Her hair should still receive the goodness of the Aloe Vera gel. I'm high porosity but my strands are fine so and my hair drys fast. It might feel like that if she has really thick hair. She should be fine just make sure you are using a moisturizing shampoo when washing her hair😊

[@Hippo-finds]

As a gal with European hair it’s so satisfying seeing healthy bouncy dark hair ah!! It’s so beautiful. Also I love how you mention the more scientific reasons why you use each product. I’ve for sure learned more from these videos about hair than any of the women in my life ✨💕

[@PeachSchnapp]

I tried this pre-poo today and I must admit that my hair absolutely LOVED it!!!

[@RheRheSmily]

Danii Winters do you still do it?

[@roxxymiller]

Hi Whitney great video. A tip we use in the islands for centuries is we blend or crush the aloe until its jelly / liquidy and Then strain it. Makes it easier to apply to your scalp.

[@drahaman]

Naptural85 I have to say in the last 4 years I've learned the most from you. You provide great tips and DIY options. I take what I need from them within what I find is reasonable to my lifestyle. This is a great pre-poo option. I'll simplify it and make it my own. As always thanks for sharing your learnings!

[@ayogoama2338]

Ghgfd

[@novelettebailey8321]

What's in the spray bottle ?

[@nana652]

@@novelettebailey8321 warm water

[@creativelychris1719]

omgosh..... I did my daughter, son and my hair. .......and I did not want to wash it out. ..... it was so moisturizing .. .. our scalp loved it.. the roots of our hair loved it .. I even squeezed some out and put it on the ends.. this was life.... I want to do this literally every other day. ..

[@TeKeyaKrystal]

ouuu , you have me ready to run to the market & get an aloe leaf

[@nudawn88]

During my journey on trying to simply get my hair to just GROW, I stumbled across your many amazing how-to videos! They are extraordinarily phenomenal!!! But, the one statement you made to encourage us newcomers during this journey was, in the beginning of creating our hair regimens, "simply focus on the processes until we get comfortable with everything, and the rest will come together." YOU WERE SO RIGHT!!! That comment was always in the back of my mind whenever I was pre-pooing, washing, deep conditioning, etc. Those wonderful words of advice truly helped me stick with it, and has helped me get this far in my hair journey. Thank you SOOOOOOOO much! You're the BEST!! :)

[@nessasound]

You should have a series on your channel where you try out different hair practices from around the world and see if they work. That would be fun!

[@NatashaCine]

RandomNessa I agree!

[@sarudgley]

Maryam Hampton does that.

[@artheaux666]

RandomNessa Yeah like the Chinese Rice water or Indian Henna gloss

[@organicniki6]

RandomNessa That's a great idea! I would love to see her do that

[@nyaallain9635]

I would like to see a series like that also. . . But I imagine it would be difficult to know what works if she's constantly trying different practices. May do her hair more harm than good. Maybe we can follow different youtubers from around the world to see if their practices work for them? or just test them on our own hair?

[@allisononyoutube5794]

i used to do this back in the 80's when my scalp was irritated. it worked so well. It soothed my sore scalp and reduced dandruff. It corrected whatever problem with my scalp. Now I Use the Lilly of the dessert aloe gel and juice as a leave in once I cleanse and condition my hair. You helped remind me that aloe is the best thing for the scalp and hair health. Thanks again for another awesome video @naptural85

[@1019buster]

Hi Allisondid you ever try mixing aloe and the oils together in a mixer and then putting the putting it on your head as the pre poo?

[@arobles8346]

you and nappyfu are my go to natural girls. I love the great suggestions 🤗🤗🤗😊😊

[@huniebee2999]

wifeandlovinit forever I'd be doing all the wrong things if it wasn't for NappyFu. Every other natural hair guru I'm subscribed to (aside from Whitney and Green Beauty) is more for their reviews, satisfying routines, or because I love their personality.

[@LnP2day]

wifeandlovinit forever IKR? I literally just left nappyfu's site & came to Whitney's.

[@D.Drayton]

Yes I love NappyFu too :) I only discovered her recently.

[@goodwill2607]

Angie Johnson me too!! 😂😂

[@Rea13434O]

Dorchena Brewer that so true. Other natural gurus show styles, reviews, ect(which is fine) l, but NappyFu, Naptural85, and Green Beauty also educate us.

[@aruss09]

Yeah, I'm watching this almost 3 years after you did it, but I'm going to try it on my daughter's hair and my hair. Thank you!

[@Shinesonalways]

OMG!! My scalp has never been so clean!! I have terrible dandruff issues, I can wash my hair, part it and there will still be dandruff on my scalp. But not this time, I followed the tutorial exactly and wow. I will be doing this everytime I wash my hair, it's definitely worth the time it takes.

[@Carina982]

Am I the only person who can't do a clean part on their own? If I can't see it, it's not a clean part.

[@pinkbubbles2572]

Carina Jones girl, you are not alone.

[@SleepingDreamer16]

Carina Jones Same

[@Amanda-wx5ck]

Carina Jones Even worse, I can't part at all! 😩

[@BloodNote]

I can't do a proper part at all. lol

[@ssolexis]

Agreed!!!!

[@123wizzyable]

I've been using fresh aloe gel as a pre-poo for a while but differently to your method. I blend it with conditioner and coconut oil and apply it to my hair and leave for about 15mins. it reduces the amount of knots that I used to get and keeps my hair soft and shiny after I wash it all out. Amazing!!!

[@i.destiny]

I kept staring at her eyebrows the whole time...they look amazing!

[@airari24]

I'm from the countryside of the Dominican Republic, and I kid you not when I say that we use sabila (aloe) for EVERYTHING. It's amazing! I never thought to use it for hair! Thank you for the idea!

[@darlenemeans7896]

I LOVE THIS PREPOO. Ive incorporated it into my wash day routine. My hair and scalp drinks this in and I definitely see and feel the difference. My hair is softer, holds moisture better and my scalp feels clean with no flakes or dry patches. My afro is blossoming as I move closer to my 2yr anniversary. wooohooo. thank u. you are the best. love your videos.

[@241Genevieve]

What a blessing was meant to wash my hair today but spent all day washing Desperate housewives, going to try this next week just need to find where I can buy this in London. P.S we are grateful for your video Whitney, I've been following your video since I was 19 now 23, you've helped me so much being confident with my 4c hair. Always grateful for your videos. P.s congrats on your pregnancy

[@Naptural85]

XoXo!! Thank you so much 241Genevieve!! That means a lot to me! And I'm so happy you enjoyed the video!!! I hope you can find the aloe in London to give it a try!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@preciselyavri7944]

Naptural85 Ive been following you too since age 20 now 24 i am very grateful for you as well Whit you taught me soooooooo much you are truly a gifted woman. My hair was perfect and longer than i could ever grow it before!! I strayed away during the first part of my 24th year watching other naturals and ended up getting thinned and damaged hair using heat and permannenr hair dyes! I am now back with a new big chop and i resorted to what i know/learned/learning from you once again and i am again making great progress!!! I just need help now of how to defeat dry undefined curls because my hair seems very dehydrated since cutting it.

[@preciselyavri7944]

Sorry for long message and typos, lol

[@leahhardamon8908]

This pre poo looks so official. I can't wait to try. I've done hot oil treatments for pre poos in the past with coconut oil by itself, olive oil by itself, avocado oil by itself or on rare occasions, a mixture. Lately my hair's been telling me to do a little more than just one oil for a pre poo and now I know exactly what I'm going to try. Thanks!

[@chrisallen1934]

Girl, I've been pre-pooing with conditioner for a couple of years now because of YOUR recommendation! It's changed my life and my detangling sitch. My hair is happy. I've also recently started using green tea as an anti-shedding treatment. It's only been three treatments, so far, and my shedding is reduced by at LEAST 60%. I've gone from losing about a mouse sized ball of hair per week to a WALNUT sized ball of hair. This is stunning. I'm not sure if I can add this labor intensive process to my routine, but lord knows, I trust your judgement more than just about anyone when it comes to hair care. You've earned it. Thanks!

[@Lovedbymany2060]

What do you do with the green tea treatment? Please tell

[@bonitapajarita]

Explain this green tea method??? This sounds interesting.

[@rachel14rod]

Just tried a green tea rinse. Very drying :( ... not doing that again.ive 2b hair, and Indian.

[@TeKeyaKrystal]

ou , less shedding ?! that's all I needed to hear to give this pre-poo idea a try

[@teairabuchanan]

Ok so this just gave me the easiest wash day I have ever had in my life. As soon as I started putting the aloe on my hair I could tell it was going to be phenomenal. I guess it doesn't work for everyone but if you hav extremely dry hair the aloe just calms everything all the way down. It feels so manageable and soft and prefect. I vote to rename aloe the true relaxer cuz it just soothed my soul in a way I thought it never would. THANK YOU SO MUCH for continuing to experiment and explore for those of us who don't have the time. I love what you do!!!!! Besos!

[@Drklvly2]

OMG! I just did this pre-poo routine for my very first time and I can not believe the difference in my shedding just in the steps of putting the Aloe Vera gel and natural oils on my hair, to the no shedding when detangeling with conditioner. This is amazing, I also left mine in overnight and my hair loved it. This will be my routine from now on. My hair is so soft and feels amazing, thank you for sharing this pre-poo routine with us. Now I have got to go buy a very large Aloe Vera plant 😊😊😊

[@Netjunkie18]

You're so neat. 😒 I would've had the product on my face, the wall, and my dog. 😂

[@smallgirlservingaBIGGOD]

Me too😁😂

[@annadeborahl1663]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@Modernaminaj90]

Lmao

[@tianaaaaaasWorld]

😂😂😂

[@lindadelalifiasam5878]

Bri 🤣🤣😂😂

[@teatime6030]

I was thinking about incorporating fresh aloe Vera gel in my routine and now I'm definitely doing it after seeing how your hair drank it up! -Govna

[@byoung4eva1]

Lol I bet a lot of y'all about to learn how to care for an aloe plant now 😂

[@tanyawoodridge1943]

byoung4eva1 ......lol

[@241Genevieve]

They are meant to be great a quick google search will tell you, meaning to try it since I went natural

[@quita601]

byoung4eva1 I have a smaller type. It's literally one of the easiest things to grow. I pay no attention to it whatsoever and is been sitting on the porch for years.

[@GEMNaturals]

Yup!! 😂 I hear they improve the air quality too.

[@cierrahp9702]

My parents have one, but I live 2 hours away now. lol

[@agnitamce9993]

I tried this last weekend. It is truely AMAZING !!! Instead of using the oils suggested I wanted to use up the Alikay's 7 oil blend I have along with my beloved hemp seed oil and fresh aloe from the balcony. I have seborrheic dermatitis the aloe worked wonders in my scalp. I also rubbed some of the gel on color treated ends. Thank you for introducing us to this and the young lady!

[@DebzEleta]

5 years later, I am trying this out, I will tag you on it.. My hair feels so good after and well moisturised.

[@AWomanCalledByGod]

I'm soo happy to see this video! My Mother and Grandmother have always kept Aloe Vera plants in the house since I was a child, and I never thought to use it on my hair! Thank you

[@keishapuryear8180]

I found this video way after your posting date. My hair is going through it's typical winter shedding . It's almost alarming how easily and often the long strands shed. I mean literally if i touch it later after oiling and removing the shed hair there is more!! It's not as noticeable when wraring curly, but in the winter I cannot keep soaking it to detangle at so I blow it out once every two weeks. I'm going to try this overnight method and pray for reduced shedding. Thanks for sharing

[@linzeeb4]

Someone recently gave me an aloe vera leaf and I thought of this video, however as soon as I applied it my hair responded so well I didn't just put it on my scalp but slathered it all over my strands. I could even detangle with it! The other surprise for me was the smell- all the years I've kept aloe juic around I didn't expect much of a smell, but cutting into the leaf smelled like chicken soup! Quite strange, but totally worth the result. Thanks as always Whit!

[@5pctLowBattery]

Lindsey Burnside I have it in my hair now. I couldn't describe that smell...chicken soup lol

[@lasosax3]

yes!!! omg i thought i was the only one who thought it smelled like chicken soup

[@asideofaioli4630]

I know this is old, but I know exactly what you mean. I've called it Campbell's chicken soup for awhile too! I think that smell comes from the orange yellowish sap, which can be drained by sitting the cut leaf at about a 45° angle on a paper towel. It has laxative effects, so be careful. 😉

[@ezedoesit]

I just recently took my locs out and came back to your page. I used to be on your page every day when my hair was loose. This vid was right on time because my scalp hasn't been free in over two years and my strands needed this love :)

[@BlakIzBeautyful]

Ive not prepood in years. This looks a very healthy regimen Whit. I might give it a try.

[@tierdabear333]

Did you ever try it?

[@e.dandfamily673]

@@tierdabear333 yes, 💯 👌

[@tierdabear333]

@@e.dandfamily673 good😌👍🏾

[@GersenndineBathLawYah]

It's very good to do it. Your hair will be so soft and shiny even after shampoo

[@cynthiabarton8462]

@@e.dandfamily673 *

[@linmarie203]

This is amazing! I've never seen my curls so defined without gel on them. I'm so happy that I've found something that my hair loves. Now I know what "happy hair" looks like for me. I use EVOO, grape seed oil and castor oil when I do this. I also sit under a dryer for 20 minutes instead of sleeping in it (smells horrible). I use a bit more to concentrate it on my ends in addition to my scalp. Thank you so much for sharing!

[@rocklesson86]

I am most definitely going to try this. I have been slacking in my natural hair routine and I need to get back.

[@kaheyanash7305]

I tried this and it's AMAZING my hair soaked it all up and loved it my curls are poppin, I really suggest this especially because u don't use a lot and aloe is very cheap as it comes to hair products. A tip though, instead of stabbing the leaf I find you get more by scraping it because it doesn't get the chuncks you can get with puncturing it. I used two one inch slices and had plenty

[@plumnatural1479]

I have tried this pre-poo routine twice and loved it. It made detangling much easier, shed hair was significantly reduced and massaging my scalp was the fresh gel and oils was amazing! ! Definitely doing this again regularly.

[@Lovetheonewithin]

I watched the same video you did, and was doing this over the summer. This method feels AMAZING on the scalp!! I got lazy with it and stopped. I will get back to it.

[@1sava]

My lazy self would just blend up the aloe vera and pour it all over my head all at once! haha

[@denyshadials5702]

Sava What you call lazy I call common sense lol 😂

[@Banana-lk7tf]

Sava Same lol

[@js1js135]

That’s exactly what I do! I blend the fresh aloe gel plus my oils together in my Ninja. Then apply to my hair kind of using the “part & spread” method that I used to do with that creamy crack! LOL

[@babyangy7026]

Sava 😂 what i do every time i am using it..

[@brittanyjustice9392]

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[@simonedavis9331]

I've been doing this for the past month for my prepoo excepting the almond oil. I have to agree that this method is good. Super great that my icon is doing the same

[@shesangmelodee]

I love it! Used the aloe plant last night and baby! My hair never felt so good. Moisturized with crazy definition! Definitely a permanent prepoo for life!!

[@damselinadress2069]

This regimen has been a game changer for me!! I could never maintain shine on my 4C hair until now. The shine would last for a few days after washing. Now, my is so soft, bouncy and shiny. I usually purchase two very large leaves at my local supermarket for $0.99 each. I scoop out all the gel in each one, put in my cup blender, then strain twice it through cheese cloth or a very fine strainer into a skinny tip condiment bottle I bought for $0.50. The first time I tried it, I had pieces of pulp in my hair. It could not be washed out. I had to pick the pieces out. The straining step will save you a major headache. I add a little extra virgin olive oil and keep in the fridge. I have used it within 2 weeks and it was fine. You can add vitamin e to prolong it some. I use it a lot, so it doesn't usually last long for very long. It will turn a shade of pink maybe a week later, don't be alarmed it's just nature do it's thing. I keep the pulp (no oil) for quick facials and superficial burns. I use it every week. In my opinion, it works even better than the aloe vera juice.

[@dtrina96]

In case anyone had doubts this works! It's absolutely amazing! I love it! My hair feels so soft and moisturized after doing this. 😄😊

[@TheJazzyNation1]

You are so smart! I love watching your creative videos because they are so helpful and informative. Thanks for sharing Whitney!

[@Rosannasfriend]

To be fair, she said she got this (minus a few adjustments ) from another youtuber.

[@TheJazzyNation1]

Rosannasfriend that is totally fair and props to that YTer as well for their brilliance!

[@kathycanthisbuttercurl4c4b24]

Rosannasfriend

[@YurrahAlHadi]

Whitney, we fighting! I just spent like 3 months developing a complete monthly hair routine, then you go and post this. I want to try this so bad.

[@samanthawilson7080]

Yurrah Al-Hadi me too, but idk where to find a aloe plant now

[@calibestgrl]

Samantha wilson they do have aloe Vera gel that sold in a bottle by the the same brand she uses for her aloe juice it's called Lily of the dessert. you can buy it on walmart.com or vitacost.com

[@pepper1299]

Samantha wilson you can buy aloe leaves at publix girl. 🙂 or just buy a plant online

[@Be1smaht]

I love these comments. Hope your locks are long

[@binkybaby007]

Thanks for sharing this!! I included aloe plant to my olive oil prepoo and it has worked miracles for me!! zero fairy knots during my entire wash day routine. This step is a true life saver for my HP 4c strands :0)

[@evanettesactel4464]

Hi I’ve recently did my big chop and I’m every where looking for someone with my type of hair to learn how to maintain my hair. And I’m in love with the way you deal with your hair. I’m very encouraged now thank you

[@dawnmixon3201]

AMAZING!!! I absolutely adore this pre-poo. I've tried it 2Xs now and my hair is responding beautifully. So what it takes a little longer than I'd like. The time spent is totally worth it. Whitney, thanks for offering what has become clearly a MUST DO in my hair care regimen.

[@55djaki]

I just tried this and it is the first time in MONTHS that my ends​ haven't been all dry and crispy. I thought I was just going to have to trim them off! Thanks for this!

[@educegroupinc1750]

Thank you Whitney! I have been doing this for a few months now and I have no scalp problems this winter for the FIRST time!

[@bowbowbow22]

Tried this out for my wash day yesterday and really loved it. There's a lot of steps, but honestly that what makes it so wonderful. It's like giving yourself a spa treatment. My hair was very moisturized and my scalp feels soothed. Thanks so much for sharing!

[@sheasunshine1337]

I tried this and it helps my hair so much . . . my curls pop more my hair is soft and moisturized . . I love it thanks so Much for sharing

[@speppers7932]

I just found this video a month ago and have already tried this twice. I have noticed a difference. Initially I only used on my scalp but recently used all over my hair and chiiiile my hair is loving it! Thanks for this video!

[@LeeDeeW]

First I want to say that its FREAKING AMAZING!!!! My hair is or was or it just looked like 4c hair. My hair was horribly dry stiff brittle. Lets just say plain old awful.... I got my hair straightened in august about 2 days before I left for vacation and lets just say my hair needed this. Badly...I am rambling.. So I did this and my hair soaked this all in my hair was super curly and struggling to take in the water which is normal for low porosity hair but I noticed a difference the way my hair reacted to the water. All in all USE THIS...

[@coreenamusic]

Love your eyecolor and thank you for this awesome video!

[@krystall5516]

Ughhh I just finished washing my hair too!! Will have to try this next weekend

[@Kynrox101]

Krystal L same!!!!

[@joannemorley8976]

love love all your videos

[@Naptural85]

It's awesome, you'll love it!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@reginabest4266]

Naptural85 Love your videos and have been using your techniques.

[@rena13003]

I tried this 2wks ago and fell in love. For the first time I had hardly any shedding and breakage. My hair was sooooo soft and manageable I was in awwww. It has never felt so moisturized since I have been natural and it stayed moisturized til my next wash day. Oh, and yes I'm repeating this process every wash day which is about every 2 week now that I have this routine. It use to be once a month. Thanks Whitney.

[@brunellhopkins6867]

Thank you so much of showing me how to take care of my natural hair. Perms and tight braiding ruined my hair. After being natural I really didn't know how to take care of my hair. Going through many products oh try this or try that didn't work for me seem like using all those products changed my hair texture. Since I found something that works for me and some advice from you my hair is doing GREAT thanks!!!

[@nursesth]

This pre-poo is AWESOME!!!!. Great for me with locs and great for my daughter. Definitely cut down on the amount of shedding!

[@marquekander590]

I'm not going to lie; I probably won't do this because I'm too lazy, but I love watching you do your hair. #blackgirlmagic

[@5pctLowBattery]

Marque Kander I got the plant, and never ended up using it. I just got another plant 3 days ago...hoping to use it this time 11 months later.

[@antaje407]

I just buy the leaves

[@5pctLowBattery]

antaje407 yeah. I meant the leaf. They are $1.50 at my local stop and shop. (Someone did gift me the actual plant, but I have a black thumb, so it died quick). Her method took so long, and left me with little piece of white flesh from the left after shampooing 3x. Only way I got those pieces out was to blow dry it with a pick comb. Someone here suggested spooning out the whole aloe leaf, blend it, strain it, freeze what you don’t need. This was much better for me, no white pieces left and it only took like 5-10 mins to do.

[@jaz1elise]

Great pre poo routine, Whitney! I need to do clean parts on wash day, from doing my pre poo to styling, so that I reduce breakage. I will start practicing this today when doing my pre poo. I need to do a hot oil treatment today too, since I haven't done one since sometime last year, and my scalp & hair could use it right now.

[@leandrealewis3360]

I tried it and I love it! I used my own oil mixture and I'll probably try yours once I'm out of mine. I also used the aloe vera gel from the bottle, but plan on getting it directly from the plant once I finish this bottle. My hair is so moisturized, soft, and crazy easy to detangle. I'm telling all my friends about it! Thank you for sharing this!

[@teri_p]

omg I tried this prepoo on Saturday 02/25/17 then I woke up on 02/26/17 and washed my hair my feels AMAZING it feel like all the build up just lift right off my hair it feels great. Since I've been washing my natural hair for so long this is the best it has felt in a very very long time like I'm amazed Whitney you always coming with the good stuff. I'm hooked now this will definitely be my pre-poo for a very long time. I've received so many compliments on my hair like it feels so light and healthy.

[@sharonhenry8499]

Did this yesterday, my hair loved it...curls popping and the shine 🙌🏾😍👍🏾

[@nudawn88]

May I take a moment here to pay homage to the beautifully amazing woman in this video!? My friend, you are simply AMAZING for sharing such wonderful, beneficial vlogs on how we, too, can grow our natural hair!!! When I tell you I was at my wits end on how to get my hair to simply GROW last August, after years of trying to get it to JUST grow... I WAS AT MY WITS END! My body had changed so much over the past few years, so I assumed my hair was no exception. Breakage, shedding, stunted growth, you name it, I experienced it. Then last August, I stumbled across this video of yours, and then followed your superb DIY African Black Soap Shampoo video, the DIY Mango Butter, the oil medleys and as of late, the Tea Rinse to stop sudden shedding. I truly, truly believe that by pre-pooing with natural, actual AVL's, my hair is growing at a rate that it NEVER grew even before my body started falling apart! I AM ECSTATIC just to know that I wasn't balding after all! THANK YOU FROM THE DEPTHS OF MY SOUL for taking the time to create and share such wonderfully informative, step-by-step, all-inclusive, inviting and engaging "documentaries!" You are THE Boss!!! Thank you!

[@yvettedavison2]

Love the idea of rubbing fresh aloe on my scalp as part of my pre-poo. I have to say though the oils aren't enough for my 4c hair. What does work is 3 parts ghee with 1 part coconut oil + a generous amount of lavender and rosemary essential oils. Like you I have problems with coconut oil. I can only use so much of it without my hair becoming stiff and easily tangled.. But the ghee is so moisturizing and penetrating that when mixed with the added penetrating power of the coconut oil, my hair just has to admit defeat. When I use this oil combo as my pre-poo, I don't have to worry about breakage, my hair is softer and less likely to tangle. This is just a suggestion for any other 4c's out there that need a little more help with getting their hair soft and manageable.

[@nishani3]

Yvette Davison-Anderson ghee is that magical ingredient...i learned it from Babilon Kay

[@toniwilliams7286]

Thank you!

[@crazysexycurvy2019]

Oooh... I've never used ghee before, I'll try it.

[@HealthyistheNewSexy]

Huh!!! Ghee! Who would have thunk it...Pretty soon I'll be using my entire kitchen for my hair products LOL

[@Chanelthenextlevel]

Yvette Davison-Anderson I will be trying this method you suggested

[@ellosings6623]

Just wanted to say thank you so much for all that you do. I did this along with the wash routine using all the products and it has done wonders on my hair and scalp. My hair was so soft after the last step of washing. Also not using coconut has been such a blessing. So thankful!!!!

[@giszellweather5490]

I watched this video at 3:00am and got so inspired that I ventured out on a twilight mission to find aloe leaf. I used some oils I had hanging around the house (Shea butter, olive oil, walnut oil, Argan oil) as my sealant. My hair was VERY dry at the start, so making my parts took some extreme patience. It took about an hour and a half to complete the process, But Let me tell you, this pre poo erased the itch from my scalp and melted the tangles out of my hair. the moisture and shine was instant and I have plenty of aloe left over for next weeks treatment. I’m sure it’ll go a lot faster next time because my hair won’t be so dry and tangled. Tomorrow, I’ll be following up with the wash routine you recommended using the African black soap. Very excited to see the results. Thank you for sharing your process. So simple

[@samsam1792]

This is so satisfying to watch 😂

[@nuyabuisness7843]

SamSam Right!

[@humminbirrrd]

Completely agree! Her hair just looks so luscious.

[@LetThereBeLight1111]

SamSam yess!! I usually skip parts after a few minutes but I watched the whole thing, its like I couldn't stop myself 🤗

[@alisharo58]

especially the parts when she was rubbing the gel on her scalp 😁

[@chocolatechunks07]

She has some of the best and most comprehensive videos on hair

[@eLLeBO0GIE]

never thought of parting as the reason for my breakage... ill try..

[@kimberlyskloset_8909]

I've watched this video 3x already and I'm definitely trying it this weekend. My hair has taken a major set back so instead of big chopping I'm going to see if I can salvage it by trying this and other natural hair care products

[@TeKeyaKrystal]

same . I think this is about my third time watching it & I'm finally about to actually do it .. this quarantine isn't all bad after all

[@SFergu-qw6lh]

Thank you so much adding this to my wash routine has made my hair so soft. over the past 4 weeks I have seen my hair get softer. my ends are not dry. my style last longer and is not all frizz after 3 or 4 days. since I have gone natural 4 year ago you have been my natural hair go to person to help me learn to love and care for my hair. Thank you so much. congratulations on the baby

[@48tira]

I just did this pre poo! What a huge difference! I have never had such an easy shampoo with no breakage. Thank you!

[@TeKeyaKrystal]

watched this a while ago , but finally trying this during quarantine !

[@annettecooper4894]

I love all your videos. They are so detailed and informative. I love the way you break it down step by step and demonstrate what you're doing. Your hair is amazing! Thick, full, long, and shiny! Simply fabulous and flawless!

[@Joyce-zb1yj]

I just want to say many, many thanks for this tutorial. I am trying to repair shedding thinning hair. This has done wonderful things for my hair in the first use. Again thank you.

[@julnyes]

I have used this technique twice now and I absolutely love it. My hair is definitely softer and more moisturized. My hair has been super dry this winter and I am so glad to find something that actually helps.

[@LaVida2]

the massage alone is great for your hair. just started using aloe vera gel on my face as a toner - love. it. my skin is much clearer.

[@stacyachan6304]

I tried your pre-poo routine and so far I'm loving it. My curls were so defined and soft, I co-washed after. I can't wait to see your updated wash day.

[@kadianvickers3556]

I love this treatment! I have been doing it for a few months now and I can tell the difference in my hair! Love love love it and I passed it on to friends as well 😊

[@allanam56]

Hey! So I just tried your pre poo method! I followed the steps and I enjoyed it! My hair did look hydrated when I twisted it and my curls were popping from the oils and detangling. I'm excited to see how it'll look once I rinse it out for wash day. Thanks for the video! I loved watching it

[@endeshiakareem5677]

OK 😀 so I tried this 2 nights ago. OMFG my hair is in love. my hair feels and looks amazing. It's a lot of work but I like that I don't have to sleep in a shower cap. I kept it in my hair for about 24 hours. I am super excited to try it on my husbands hair. looking forward to seeing the long-term results. thank you sooooo much. my hair has come a long way, and you have been a big help. I have not reached my goal yet but my hair has really come a long way. it growing very nicely. thank you 😘

[@Dakota-Rose]

You seriously rock. I'm so lazy lately with two little kids I'm stressing over wash day. But my hair is not looking good so I need to get it together. I'll try your routine. Got myself your kind of hair so must maintain it good

[@keekee3233]

yup this is great, I blend the aloe vera and put in in applicator bottle it is must easier to apply to my scalp, for me, I find..tfs will add oils next..

[@m.goodley2050]

Kee Kee I did the same. I blended the gel and added vitamin E. I then shampoo the next morning and had clumps in my hair that were nearly impossible to remove. Has this ever happened to you? HELP. Thanks.

[@keekee3233]

No I blended very well, then strain it to prevent the problem, put the mixture in bottle with a nozzle, applied and covered.. and I have no issues the next day after I rinse it out..

[@m.goodley2050]

Thank you for the reply. I also did the same but will try again. My hair felt good but the clumps were a big issue. Thanks.

[@TumbleTyme757]

I just imagined when Olivia goes to college living in her dorm with sticks of aloe in her mini fridge just for wash day lol.

[@No1DoctorWhoFanGirl]

TumbleTyme757 I’m a student and I’d feel so weird (weirder than usual) with a huge aloe leaf in a shared fridge. It’s gonna be packaged for me, until I get my own place lol.

[@leeann4329]

Jam M you can scrape the gel into a jar and store it in the fridge

[@szimonettaneni]

Or just grow an aloe plant. They’re extremely easy houseplants and almost impossible to kill. I grow way more than I want because my plants keep making babies.

[@Alex-hj1vk]

@@szimonettaneni I killed an aloe plant 😭

[@germinatearr3687]

@@Alex-hj1vk 😕😕😕 the hell. Hahahahahaha I've never seen an aloe plant die. My mother took a few of hers out of the dirt to replant/relocate (an she forgot about 🤷‍♀️🤷‍♀️🤷‍♀️ usual thing) but they still lived

[@andreahollins3310]

I think the yellow liner is different and looks great on you!

[@mimisworld5281]

I tried this on my hair last night and IT. WAS. EVERYTHING. Going to try and see if I can find a way to make it into a gel to make it a bit easier but it made my hair and scalp feel so good! Thanks so much!

[@jamillewade2352]

Using the sliced aloe alone was a game changer for my hair. It feels so good, and it didn't irritate my hair when I was lazy and didn't wash my hair the day after. I actually believe this is a great moisturizing routine or pre poo.