Big chop | Her relaxed hair was breaking off

[@nevercomplicated1901]

Y'all, don't be afraid to get those relaxed cut off! I was holding on to those relaxed ends like a bad relationship. I had my hair cut down to an inch! That was in Feb. 2019. I now have hair down my back! With proper treatment and care, you'll be surprised how fast your hair grows! Let it go, ladies. Let it go!

[@KayaaKayaa1]

Exactly I told my friend this ! I cut mine to an inch last night nd I don’t feel bad about it

[@nevercomplicated1901]

You are going to have a healthy head of hair. It's like having a clean slate. Good luck on your hair journey! @@KayaaKayaa1

[@dr.sherryleonard-foots4200]

I cut mine down to an inch back in ‘98 to be natural! People thought I had lost my mind! I’ve grown it out mid back several times even going back to relaxed. I was almost waist length but a few weeks ago cut off 2 inches because I’m transitioning which is something I’ve never done cause I’ve always chopped. Im doing twist outs and it blends the two textures really well. Her hair looks so lovely and healthy in the video!! Love it!!😍

[@shyshy80]

I could never transition I was too impatient. I cut mine off at the scalp! Started completely over and best decision I’ve ever made! I love my natural hair, although I silk press it I still love the fact That my hair is chemical free and healthy

[@MissHawes0187]

This!!! I love a fresh start but im not black so I'm not pretty enough to go down to the scalp;)

[@ellen9925]

@@MissHawes0187 pretty comes in all ethnicity 🙂

[@msladytsunade777]

@@MissHawes0187 You're beautiful as God made you.😊

[@logiclanguagelearningFrench]

@@MissHawes0187 Wtf

[@yellababybella2958]

No So we can be healthy beautiful and luxurious

[@RMNelson72]

I held onto my relaxed ends for 7 months. I transitioned using braids and cut off bits in between braid styles. I was so excited to see my natural hair after over 35 years of relaxing. 2 years natural and I have not regretted it 😊

[@Eyroni_Anubis]

8:38 Stop right there! Her fro looks cute! Like it's already in a style. All she needed was some edge control & a big yellow flower on the side near her ear😊She's lucky, she looks really good right away. Most of us (like me) had to grow into our natural hair, and get used to seeing ourselves with shorter hair. Mine is almost belly button length now tho🤗

[@daylesweeze2284]

That fro was EVERYTHING!!

[@shirleyturner7774]

I am in Akron can I come to see you

[@annnee6818]

Woooooh that sounds gorgeous

[@TheScienceNerddAkemi]

Woahh that's amazing.😊 I'm almost at armpit length hair, what's your secret to getting to belly button length?🖤

[@patriciabrooks303]

Her hair looked healthier after the cut; simply beautiful. Great job!

[@lenaarmstrong3607]

I want to order the protein treatment could I call an Order it over the phone

[@conchitafolk6122]

I want to know how to strip your hair when washing it

[@michelleeja412]

Never big chopped. Just trimmed every 6 -8 weeks. This lasted around 18 months. That was 13 years ago and never looked back. Why did I go natural? Well I was tired of dry, brittle hair that did not thrive. Now I have hair down the middle of my back. I love the curls and vibrancy of natural hair. Its flexible, malleable and perfect 🥰💞

[@latoya3]

No! I went relaxer free Oct 2020. I did not cut anything. I was focused on getting my scalp healthy. I got some advice from a professional of 40 years & my hair grew so fast. At 8 months I did a big chop. I cut off 4 inches of dead hair. My hair is full, healthy & amazing! I finally figured out how to style my new hair texture! I went from my hair falling out in gobbs to none at all! I have no shedding! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@michelletati1116]

what's your hair care routine?

[@MrGarden8]

After 45+ years relaxed (my hair LOVED it!), my stylist and I decided to transition in Nov 2019. I was going regularly until we all went into lockdown😫 I had no idea what to do! KZbin was my initiation into the "natural" world (I have learned SO much since then!) When things opened back up and it was safe, I went in June 2020 for the big chop. For the first time, since I was 1972, I saw my natural hair😍. My hair is versatile, thick, and announced herself everywhere we go!

[@DarleneMW]

I LOVE how you cut her relaxed ends off. I’ve never seen it done that way and it’s genius! I big chopped after 9 months because I noticed my hair started thinning ( it wasn’t over processed, I think it was due to aging). I’ve been natural 7 years and love it.

[@karlaj4277]

I big chopped after leaving my box braids in too long. I was literally tearing my hair apart when it came to the detangle portion of the take down and I was like, screw this....where's the scissors. And after it was all said and done I was in LOVEEEEEEE!!! this was in June.

[@jonaemack9614]

Same here that’s why I hate getting box braids. I would pull the knot apart, detangle my hair with oil in it and I still was pulling my hair out.

[@SuthenGirl]

Her hair looks beautiful. Her natural hair is so healthy!

[@tc6637]

I really see what you mean with the “dead” relaxed hair. Her looks 💯 % better after cutting it off. It’s gorgeous!! Her hair reminds me of moist chocolate cake when it’s natural.

[@caroleewashington4321]

I cut all my relaxed ends off after 2months of my last relaxer. Now I get a haircut every 6-8 weeks and I love it. Thank you for the videos.

[@onyxmadeababylp1192]

When I decided to return to natural, I grabbed clippers and shaved my head. I think I hyperventilated, but it’s been 10 years this year, and I have no regrets.

[@TheAmazingHuman]

I don't hesitate. I've cut my shoulder length hair down to two inches. The pandemic was a great opportunity to literally shave it off. My relaxed hair was of no use to my beauty goals anymore so I felt liberated taking it down to the scalp. 💁🏽‍♀️❤

[@tonyajones7855]

Thats exactly what I'm leaning towards. I can imagine how liberating it will be. thanks for sharing 👍

[@corinne4559]

These videos are so cathartic, there is something so satisfying about getting rid of dead weight and having a fresh start!

[@MN-hv5xv]

I love that hairstyle!! Her hair was revitalized thanks to you!!☺️

[@lakeshiaball1609]

Her hair looks very healthy you did a beautiful job❤️

[@MissChieveous1]

No, cut it. Definitely will let it go. I'm 3 months into transitioning and definitely needed to see this video. Her fro is gorgeous! 😍❤️

[@BerryDivine33]

Same here! I just watched i video I made 😢of getting a relaxer after 10yrs! I don’t regret it… but I’m definitely ready to start over.

[@valeriemickens4847]

Her hair looks nice. You explain so good. Thanks for sharing.

[@roygbiv9769]

I love the way you preserve as much ends as you can. I absolutely haaate seeing any of my length go so seeing a stylist be careful to cut only what is necessary is really awesome. Knowing me I would do what this lady did I’d hold on to the ends for a good minute 🥴 but I know I don’t always make the best decisions lol

[@canigetit2008]

I've been transitioning 2 years. My hair is waist length, and its thick from root to tip. I have no breakage.

[@janagrant2129]

I haven't put a relaxer in 8 months!!!!! Looking at this video I think I am ready for the big chop, once I take these braids out. I wish you were near me. It's very hair to find versatile stylist. Can you also do more styles after the big chop?

[@me21464]

I liked that you only cut those straight hair strands!! Yes, you are a caring hairstylist!!❤❤

[@cansbigsis6572]

Ooh thanks for this video. I've done a big chop at least 3 times over the past 9 years. I want to say that each time I went 9 months and then cut the relaxed or texturized ends off. My hair doesnt like relaxer anymore, and as thick and hard to comb it is I find it to be healthier and more versatile now

[@crashwatson7844]

Her natural hair is just beautiful. I absolutely love it and I wish I had it.

[@Suzieq5446]

Once again Crystal you did what you do best!

[@Tessy51]

The cancer treatments made my hair fall out, so I decided to go natural. It took me five hours to do my relaxed hair and it still takes the same amount of time. Hair was healthy relaxed and is healthy natural.

[@canthide207]

I love watching an Elite Hair Care USA video with my coffee before I head out for the day..Such a treat!☺

[@canthide207]

@@elitehaircareusa1 You already know I will😄

[@wandahayes2473]

I did a big chop about a year ago. After that my hair has grown so much.

[@bridgetteknox8319]

I did the big chop in November. I am so happy I got rid of that dead hair. It is so thick and healthy now. I am a stylist and how can I do other people's hair and mine isn't healthy. I am too busy to fuss with 2 different textures. Chop it and keep it moving. It will grow back

[@PURPLERAIN43]

I did the Sanaa Latham big chop 3 years ago because of heat damage. Next month will be a full 3 years and my hair is the same length it was before I cut it.

[@maderianjohnson7856]

This is the exact condition that my hair is in right now & I need a big chop & a trim also. NOTE: I wish that this professional hair stylist & specialist could do my hair! NOTE: She is "Amazing"!! 💜

[@bettabefree5611]

I Love the Natural Beauty of the hair before the press 🤎

[@geraldinesims6120]

Hello Crystal, I watch your videos a lot and I really enjoy them. This big chop video was awesome. Iike the way her hair looked thick and healthy after the chop and trim. I went natural about 20 years ago. I have never had a big chop, but I always wanted to. I guess I was too scared. Lol. You do an excellent job with your clients.

[@kylia2009]

Same thing happened to me when I went natural (both times) all the relaxed hair pretty much popped off… by time I was ready to chop there were only a few strands left.

[@thechildcareentrepreneur]

I really enjoy your videos. You teach and demonstrate. Thank you for helping me with my teenage daughters hair!! We both have learned so much.❤

[@sherryeverett404]

I decided to go natural because my hair broke off severe. I had to cover my hair because of the breakages. I cut my hair after two months so it could grow healthy.

[@faunaluv]

I am white and used to do hair. I have never done african american hair. I do not know why but watching your videos fascinates me! You are like a magician!!!!!!

[@tamareverette8936]

You did an AMAZING job! Kudos to you!!☺

[@kame.3634]

Her hair looks so awesome! I am in love with it!

[@samanthakinkead6878]

During lthe covid lockdown in the UK I decided to go natural as my relaxed hair had started to grow out & no hairdressers were open. So when I finally got to go to a haircarer it had been 4 months since I last relaxed my hair. I had several deep treatments (5) & trims over a 3 month period & my hair had grown so much and was so healthy that I cut the ends off & went fully natural. 3 months later and still loving it.

[@blankspace291]

How bout now ☺️

[@samanthakinkead6878]

@@blankspace291 my hair is still natural and growing beautifully, I make sure its always moisturized to stay healthy.

[@sandramajowicz5844]

You are so sweet and kind! And you don't do a rush job....love how you work!

[@sbylarke]

She looked amazing with the natural fro after the cut too!

[@vernitahubbard832]

I waited 9 months to big chop because I did not want to let go of my long hair but when I did my hair flourished. Now I tell everyone that I see transitioning to “let it go” You will be glad once you see the results.

[@kashanawhidby1159]

Her natural hair looks so beautiful & healthy after you cut the perm ends off! Great job! God bless!

[@lashawndab3821]

Been natural for 15 years. I’ve ran out of styles to do. I wear two strand twist and twist outs. Took me 1 year to chop it off when I decided to go natural.

[@windygodley9381]

Very informative video. I've been considering the big chop because I'm at the point in my life where I'm just over it. I was natural over 5 years ago. It was awesome in the summertime, simple wash and go style, but when that cold weather came in it was back to the "creamy crack". I'm 47 and lost 40lbs during the pandemic shutdown. I'm just getting back into my work outs after falling off due to my daughter's heart operation back in July. I've worn sew in weaves and crochet and my scalp is "tired. I'm realizing that the less stress I put on my hair, the more comfortable and peaceful I am. Also figuring out what to do with my hair to accommodate working out has been a challenge. I want to do the big chop, but I'm nervous about how short my hair will be and how to style it.

[@dianegreen1333]

No, I went through a big chop a year and a half ago. My stylist knew the old relaxed hair was dead weight and was full of split ends... so every time she did a braid foundation for the protective styles I wore... she cut some of the relaxed hair for about 3 months. My hair is healthy and strong, relaxer free!!!

[@dianegreen1333]

And my hair was sooo damaged from relaxer over processing and glued in weaves.

[@patriciafuller3516]

Looking way better.with out those dead ends great job

[@dollperson9854]

I did the big chop cos my hair was falling out due to the stylist didn't get the chemicals completely out. Tht made me go natural for sure. Went from mid back length hair to a ear cut in a matter of 3 days. Water under the bridge... but the cut was necessary. Love ur knowledge.🙌🏽

[@marleyhill34]

oh no. This shouldn't still be happening. I thought people know how to do relaxers by now. smh.

[@areeder5314]

She has a head full of beautiful hair! So pretty!

[@lindsayj0415]

Chopped off a good 5 inches of relaxed hair last month, leaving it layered and resting right on my shoulders. BEST decision of my life. My 4a curls are so defined, healthy and full of moisture, and I have no tangling when blowing it out. You are right, I cut off a lot more than just my hair that day, and I didn’t have the patience to do it slowly (it also will continue to break up the shaft). I look forward to this journey with healthy hair!

[@amberewell1615]

I went to cosmetology school and learned a lot but thanks to you I am learning more

[@darlenejamison2930]

Hello, Tuth be told I would not keep them because sooner or later it's gonna get worse. I'm impressed on you giving your client's a fantastic haircut and hairstyle. Continue being a great hairstylist and hope to see much more of your videos. God bless you and always stay safe.

[@drealuvsboo]

It took forever years but once I fell in love with my curl pattern I fell in love with scissors lol I was natural for a decade before I loc'd up 4 years into my journey and love it🥰🥰🥰

[@KM-xt4wc]

Amazing Job Crystal!!! From start to finish!

[@aishalong9735]

I big chopped my hair last year and I did not mind my hair is already at my shoulder now. I am trying to grow it back to the middle of my back. But I feel her struggle. My hair had struggle ends my stylist said. You want long damage hair or healthy hair. I said chop it. Now my hair is healthyb& growing. I am proud of her for cutting her hair most people hold on for dear life to their. It's hair love it will grow back. Her hair looks amazing

[@carloynsheppard8486]

I would not hold on to the relaxed hair. The hair need to be healthy.. I made a mistake and cut all the straight hair myself. Realized I make a mistake and later went to my stylist.

[@carloynsheppard8486]

Jer hair is beautiful 😍

[@feliciastargin7291]

Crystal I was diagnosed with cancer 5 years ago this October breast cancer and they told me I couldn't use any chemicals on my hair or on my body so that I just went natural I was already in it in the 87 '80s carefree girl the '90s till now went from a perm to curl so after they after they told me 5 years ago I couldn't use chemicals so that just left me with saving much much more money and I still just you a certain shampoos and stuff and I just do it that way mostly I to break my hair braid my hair in two braids and then that's it for the day I put it in the ponytail thank you and God bless you and I love learning things from you Crystal thank you and God bless you and God bless your family too

[@ladygummibear]

Awesome job. I have big chopped several times. Never went pass a year after the last relaxer.

[@kabbyhearts]

I've been natural since 2015. Once I graduated college I was done with the perms. I think I kept my relaxed hair for about 6 months B4 I cut it all out. I was 22 at the time and hadn't seen my natural hair since I was 9. I now have locs as my lifestyle got too busy to maintain my fro properly. I LOVE my locs even more. Wish I had locs sooner 😅

[@sheilabratton9031]

Thank you, I loved the cleaning and repair service that you gave her. 😉

[@1LUV7]

Her hair is beautiful and you did a very good job 👏🏽 😁 I would love to know how it looks today on her natural hair journey 😁

[@wandabarnett7554]

Yes. I big chopped after transitioning for 7 months. It was the best decision I ever made. I got tired of dealing with the two textures.

[@earlinewright8796]

I'm looking forward to my big chop, I've been perming/relaxing since the age of 14, so it's time to stop the madness, I'm definitely ready!

[@tonyajones7855]

What a EXCELLENT JOB !! HER hair looks so healthy & amazing. I really appreciate how you explained the full process. I desperately need to have something done to mine. Unfortunately, I've let stress & Medication let my hair fall out - balding I. my crown area ,which is very disappointing & messes with my self confidence. Bless you 🙏🏽

[@mischeleboston8010]

Great advice about transitioning too long. My heat "trained" hair has been shoulder length or more my whole life (I'm 50), trimmed on schedule, no problems. Then came the traveling split ends...they eventually reached healthy hair and wreaked havoc...had to chop WAY shorter because of it....a year is too long to transition...this may not resonate with everybody, but I can relate to this scenario.

[@la_profe_negra]

Yes, I transitioned down to the bitter last 1 inch. It took 3 years but I did it. I wore lots of twist-outs and braid-outs. I had mid-back length hair and still with my natural hair, I have coily hair to the mid-back. Trim about 1/4 inch every two months.

[@nicnic1368]

I went natural because I felt like perms were thinning out my hair. I already had bra strap length hair . And after my big chop it was cut off up to shoulder length. And that was almost ten years ago. And I’ve been natural every since no regrets!!!

[@mariaharrison7228]

As you washed and conditioned you could see the true curls coming through more and more, it was great.

[@cassandraturman6308]

I did a big 4yrs ago , because of color. Her looks amazing and do heathy , Great job as always you are#1🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹

[@karebear7764]

Yes, if I had a lot of hair though. My hair is fine and doesn't seem to grow fast. Your client has a beautiful head of hair and can rock a short look, and I'm sure her hair will grow out and be healthier.

[@karenhill227]

Yes. I big chopped today. I was natural. Got a relaxer. Damaged hair. Baby I’m back!!

[@roseannplante5613]

I love watching you work . Beautiful work

[@Deborah412]

I quit using relaxers over 10 yrs ago,been wearing my wet curly, I love, and after my cancer last year when I had to shave completely bald, I really love my hair short n curly,easier to deal with doesn’t take hrs to get out the door daily!

[@kkain123]

This technique makes more sense!! I like the way you did that! 👍👍

[@Maui-gn6iu]

I transitioned for a long time but I cut ✂️ my ends about every 2 months. Yes the hair should been cut off it looked horrible. Now it looks beautiful and very healthy. I loved chopping the rest of my relaxer off now my hair is so much healthier.

[@jadalynn6408]

Yes because I want a fresh start on my hair and for my hair to be healthy and I actually did a big chop today and I feel great about it

[@KatyLiedToMe]

i know nothing about 4C and this was fascinating

[@Sagqueen123]

Looks so much healthier. I did April 2020 and my hair is same length it was as it was permed but was more thick and healthy. Best decision I made.

[@pamelastokely-smith7187]

Looks so healthy

[@lindabaldwin7973]

Looks so much better

[@brendasollers9750]

Yesss Honey her hair looks amazing and much healthier

[@robertgreen6935]

I think that you did a very good job,👍 at hair was hanging on a string and now it looks so full and now it can flourish.💇‍♀️💁‍♀️

[@leeannkelly6254]

I'm in New Zealand, and I think her natural hair is so beautiful, the relaxed hair looks very sad now, I would definitely want to have all of it cut, you have made the natural hair so gorgeous

[@johannajay3176]

I didn't plan to go natural. My previous stylist talked me into switching from a relaxer to keratin due to breakage. My last relaxer was October 2017. In July 2018, I was "forced" to big chop. I had unwittingly used a clarifying shampoo, without taking the proper precautions (adding moisture). Anyway, since it was a quick wash before work, I had a lot of hair loss due to the tangles (some were pulled out with the comb, others cut out). Needless to say, I had to big chop. Went all the way down about an inch. Best accident ever!! I wouldn't have gone natural if this hadn't happened.

[@bjsmith3695]

Took me 9 mos to transition. Those relaxed ends kept tangling with the natural. Had no problem letting it go. Actually my hair took off in growth. Felt the every 6 wk trim only encouraged healthier growth.

[@iwilson3950]

It took me 7-8 months of transitioning before I let go of the relaxed hair. My hair was short and I looked good when I thought it would be just the opposite. I chopped because I was ready for my natural hair to come on in. The twistouts I attempted were looking raggedy with the straight ends, the straight ends were breaking off…I was simply ready to rock my natural hair and because I know that God does not make any mistakes, I knew my hair would be bomb. If I were to type my hair, it would be 4b/c ish, high density. I fully embraced my hair every step and transition making changes with products, styling routines, etc. as necessary. 99% of the time I slay wash n gos and now that my hair is colored you really can’t tell me nothin’!!! If you are on the fence just do it because it will likely be one of the best decisions you have made for yourself.

[@brittanyb5942]

I agree!

[@evaj9077]

wow, I would have cried with that big chop but hoped she'd like it, I'm sure it will all grow back and even healthier.

[@meiamcmillian]

This was great knowledge! I say yes to chopping if necessary. For me I don't know how long it's been since I've been carrying some relaxed hair, but recently I've been considering cutting my hair and styling it into a pixie. And after watching watching this video, I have come to a final decision. I believe this is confirmation from the Lord to me. So I thank you for using your talent to help others, God bless.

[@sandras2479]

Her fro was 🔥🔥🔥

[@JazzyW-sv1xj]

Okay, I think I can do this again. I have a inch of new growth, I've been conflicted about letting my natural continue to grow or relaxing. God I'm gritting my teeth remembering the first time I went natural. I was so happy but didn't know how to deal with my 3c/4a ish hair?🤦 Man I caught hell and caved after 2 1/2 yrs. This young lady is giving me inspiration. If she can do it so can I. Your going down hair, not down the drain though. Bad for my pockets lol. Time to ring the bell 😈

[@summerbabyisbell1273]

My permed hair looked lifeless...I was over it!!!

[@Simplylockd]

Big chop all the way! Because I don’t have the patience for the two different textures. I went natural simply because I was tired of relaxing. My relaxed hair was fine but I was over it. Beautiful job!

[@karendooks6244]

Looks so much better being trimmed, I'm white and I can see it looks better , and I haven't even seen to the end yet.

[@lamarabrown5649]

The 13th of next month will make 1 year since I've started my transition hair journey and I will be doing the big chop in december.....can't Wait!!!!!!!!

[@kathypleasant2847]

I love the way hair came it looks good.

[@sonjafelix6029]

I'm 11 weeks post relaxer and I'm contemplating going natural...will do a big chop for the new year God's willing

[@MsPhillgood]

My reason for transitioning; 2 words- HOT FLASHES. Its been almost 18 months. Didn’t big chop because I think a TWA will look masculine on me. But after listening to you and seeing this video, I’m scheduling a hair appointment. I’d rather have health vs length. Thanks for sharing 🌺