Can you use HUMECTANTS in dry weather?

[@JaydeesNaturals]

In the Caribbean humectants work perfectly since it s humid most times

[@theafrodzac]

Yes a moisture video will be truly helpful. My hair is always dry

[@blackqueen5201]

Good old-fashioned blue magic had helped me when I have a protective style that is after I apply my leave in

[@snowzombie86]

Staying moist is my passion.

[@GreenBeauty]

👏🏾

[@ChimereTrielle]

Thank you for explaining this . When i lived in DC and the winters were super cold i always avoided humectants as much as possible. Living in FL now things are definitely different but i for sure have a better understanding of how humectants work! Thank you

[@Raja-bz4yw]

Yes please! I have high porosity and I noticed during the winters I struggled keeping my hair moisturized. I put my hair up in some braids and haven't touched them and so far it's moisturized but when I wear a wash n go nope. It doesn't stay lol.

[@dianapatterson449]

I always wondered why my hair is super happy when I go to Austin, Tx.

[@uberhaute_naturalz84]

Immediately after using my leave-in with humectant, I seal it with grease because my area is hot and very humid. My styles usually last till washday except I do otherwise.

[@GreenBeauty]

Yup, that's the trick !

[@abbysings13]

Hi! What kind of grease do you use?

[@uberhaute_naturalz84]

@@abbysings13 Blue Magic Suregro (because I love the fragrance 😀)

[@Sloppyjoey1]

To anyone who believes this MYTH that humectants can draw water out of your hair, take 2 glasses of water on a dry day, add glycerin to one and set them outside... You'll see that no matter how dry or humid it is outside, the glass with glycerin evaporates slower because the humectant will attract (and retain) water. Since we already know that hair absorbs water better than GLASS there is no excuse for this myth to continue. Your hair may hate glycerin and humectants but it's a made up myth that it's 'drying' your hair out hence why there's no proof or studies.

[@GreenBeauty]

Brilliant 💚

[@thetulipwitch3337]

THANK YOU! I DIDNT WANT TO BUY DIFFERENT PRODUCTS EVERY SEASON!!

[@janereyrules1083]

Oh my gosh thank you

[@xoliswabundwini2106]

I really don't know what I've done without you. thank you for many many more other videos. you're the best🤞🏾🤞🏾🤞🏾🤞🏾💙

[@lenaedyse9634]

You need to check out Arizona. Especially in the valley(Phoenix, Tempe, Scottsdale, Buckeye etc.). There are only two seasons here in certain locations: Winter/Fall and 103 degrees Summer. Hot weather takes up most of the year with the humidity being 5% or less. You really can't use Monsoon season as an example because that only last about 2 weeks and is not consistent 😒. So basically, I live in a desert environment. The high altitude does not help either. It would be great if you can come up with a moisturizing routine that really works in places with 5% or less humidity in the air coupled with strong UV rays. Thank you 😊 💓.

[@reggiw.4708]

Amen! And was your request ever granted? We are in record breaking summer temps here in AZ and glycerin, or the like, will turn my hair into straw, hay, etc. Not an exaggeration.

[@itsbeebaby]

As a natural girl in Vegas, I feel your pain 😩

[@nikkij_2383]

Thank you for explaining. I have low porosity hair and I live in Colorado where it is really dry. I usually try to do away with the use of humectants in the winter and use more in the summer. Good to know that I can use them in the winter as well. Love your videos! You breakthem down to the science, which helps give a complete understanding!

[@GreenBeauty]

So happy you find my videos informative. Thank you for watching.

[@internationalspectrumcosme7142]

I live in Colorado also and I still use a DIY glycerin/water spray combination to refresh my hair.. As far as what season to use it whether it's the summer or cold in the winter for me it makes no difference on how well my hair absorbs moisture with glycerin. Using water on my ends regularly 💦 for me is the key.

[@feliciadunn644]

Thank you for sharing your wisdom. I throughly enjoy you dropping knowledge on us. You have been missed.

[@GreenBeauty]

Thank you

[@rlae2006]

Can you please do a video on No oils and butters method? There are some KZbinrs promoting that oils don't grow hair. They say if there is hair growth it is likely that other factors caused it. I personally don't agree but I would like to know what is true. I feel like different methods work for different people but when you say that it is something that everyone is doing wrong then it makes me curious.

[@LoveEqualsPainx]

Whatever editing software you’re using is dope

[@2B-Steele]

Thank you. Hope you and the baby are well

[@olonazondo323]

This was such a great and informative video. I noticed that you spoke about the more popular humectants and I wondered if things like Marshmallow root, Slippery Elm, Flaxseed, Guar Gum, Nettle leaf, Pectin, Irish Moss etc would fall under the category of humectants? They also keep and draw moisture into the hair but they are said to be more complex on a molecular level than glycerin. It is also said that the amount of moisture in the air isn't really a factor because these ingredients are known to keep whatever moisture that was put into the hair for a lot longer than say a glycerin would and the ingredients don't pull moisture from the hair in this case but rather preserve whatever water is left in the hair. I was wondering if you would add the ingredients I just mentioned onto the list of humectants to be more careful of using in the winter? And would you even consider the aforementioned ingredients as humectants?

[@lizacarelse5675]

Those ingredients you mentioned are film-forming humectants which works for any climate . I did alot of research on that.

[@olonazondo323]

@@lizacarelse5675 Ooh I see, perfect. Thank you for your reply 😁

[@GreenBeauty]

The molecule structure of humectant vary. Theirs no one molecule structure for humectants. What they all have in common is that they all have multiple (-OH) or hydrophilic sites that attract (H20) water. If those ingredients you listed attach water to themselves, they are humectant (as well as others characteristics of course). Sooo many ingredients have humectant characteristics some just more than others 💚

[@angiehola5331]

@@lizacarelse5675 Wow... Now I understand... My HP hair stays moisturizing all week because of my DIY Flaxseed gel...Gracias Guapa

[@olonazondo323]

@@GreenBeauty Thank you for the response! I was wondering if the molecular make up of the humectant affects the characteristics and what it can / can't do. Thanks for this, it gives me something to work with and also gives me a launching pad for my own research.

[@hopebaker4297]

Thanks for the info..I'm always excited about your videos..I'm a Florida girl and I completely understand now why my twist outs only last for 2 days!!

[@pameladavis895]

Thank you for this informative video which explains humectants so clearly! Missed you and will review your earlier videos! Hope your family is well!

[@cfoster6804]

I'm gonna need to know more about this genetics advancement.👀

[@louannelively7641]

I have a pending question. Is it necessary that we should oil our scalp? I have stopped due to any particular oil I use I often result in an itchy scalp. What oil do you recommend if it is important to oil the scalp?

[@GreenBeauty]

It is definitely not necessary to oil your scalp. Oiling your scalp can actually lead to scalp issues b/c it will cause buildup on your scalp faster and clog your follicles. Especially if you’re not consistent with wash days. If you feel like you scalp is dry, try daily scalp messaging to help stimulate more production of your natural sebum. 💚

[@louannelively7641]

@@GreenBeauty Thank you so much for clarity on this issue. At the moment I believe my scalp is well but I will try to incorporate the scalp massages as necessary.

[@Alia19YT]

Please do a 2022 skincare routine video 🙏

[@youdontneedtoknow3047]

Very helpful and insightful video as always 😊 happy new years....here's to new hair goals and or goals we've been meaning to get started on😩🙏

[@GreenBeauty]

I'll be posting my 2021 hair journey and 2022 hair goals soon 💚

[@longislandny696]

I Love ❤️ this! Keep ‘em coming 👍🏾

[@SharlaTally]

Another great video. Thanks love💙

[@iheartjaida]

What would be considered unreasonably dry weather? I live in Canada and my house regularly sits at 18%-21% humidity in the winter season. MY whole body is dry no matter how long I keep my humidifier on for 😫

[@mary-jaymandix1217]

Was nice seeing you talking the presentation .... am used to hearing just voice. You're a teacher on chemistry are you. So invaluable info you got.

[@sherribryant7934]

Thank you so much for this video. I always look forward to them. I’ve used and love all your products and I’ve finally convinced her of the need to use your protein treatment which is great. This video was just in time because I also wanted to send her your stabilizing spritz spray which works great for me as a standalone product after I wash and condition my hair and just twist. But I wasn’t sure if it would work for her because she’s low porosity and lives in the desert in Arizona.

[@jeanblack5506]

Thank you for this! I live in Las Vegas and when I first moved here I had to adjust to the changes in my hair, and skin. I knew it was climate related but didn't really know what to do about it, that was several years ago and I'm still learning, my hair is very dry no matter what I use on it. I don't always drink enough water, living in the desert calls for EXTRA hydration, I'm aware that's a part of the cause of dry hair. One thing that has helped stop some of the breakage is the Real protein, it's the only protein that has not caused more dryness. Thank you for that too!

[@GreenBeauty]

You may just have to re-moisturize your hair more often. Try doing that but, for each session use only a little bit of product (less than you usually would) this was the product buildup doesn’t happen too fast. The REAL Protein Treatment is definitely my go to for that same reason. It’s the only thing that makes my hair stronger and softer at the same time 💚

[@jeanblack5506]

@@GreenBeauty Yesss! Thank you for your response, I will do that.

[@chanela.7786]

Make sure to invest in a water softener or use distilled water too. I have also lived in Las Vegas and the water quality is very hard which caused a stark difference in my hair when using it.

[@jeanblack5506]

@@chanela.7786 You are right the water is very hard in Vegas. I installed a filter on shower head about a year ago, I noticed a slight change, I'm not as itchy. I have to remember to change it every 4 months. I appreciate your suggestion and I'm open to any others that you may have.

[@Zenuah.Naturals]

Awesome content, love it ❤️ thank you as always

[@roselindthomas1]

Can't wait for the next video...on how you always keep your hair moisturize

[@ElegantPaws01]

Excellent overview. Thank you.

[@lajohnbrown1149]

I live in Colorado and until I learned to avoid all glycerin containing products in this weather year round my hair was continually in cycles of breaking off. It will grow to a point and then the knots and tangles and dryness got to be so ridiculous and then it just breaks off. If you live in a very dry climate you have to be extraordinarily careful with hair products that you put on your hair because glycerin is literally in everything.

[@Rosemary46840]

Sooo- they DO draw moisture out of the hair in dry weather ??

[@vanessag596]

That make sense because I live in Seattle. I was thinking the same thing.

[@deronethjessy]

Today was -20C (Canadian weather). Wonder how they behave in extreme cold temperatures?

[@Ebunoluwa_]

You're super smart! Thanks for these helpful videos. I share them whenever I can too. Cheers! 🙏🏼

[@GreenBeauty]

Thank you 💚

[@Nofear27]

Yes... I was a very moisturized video....❤❤❤

[@Sha-Ne-Ru]

Thank you for this, i've forgotten all the notes about my hair so will re-watch your old videos! but in case you see this first, is there a way to add humectants to products? if i buy a bottle of glycerin etc

[@GreenBeauty]

Yes, you can definitely add glycerin to your hair products. But, treat it like you treat salt when you're cooking ... add a little bit at a time b/c if you use too much, it will ruin the product. 💚

[@Sha-Ne-Ru]

@@GreenBeauty Thank you again! will definitely keep this in mind

[@briaalebleu]

Looking forward to that moisturizing video. I’m low porosity and live in the desert. I’ve gotten to the point of moisturizing every other day just to stay on top of it, but I worry it’s too much manipulation

[@GreenBeauty]

As long as you are being gentle, moisturizing your hair shouldn't be too much manipulation. Pay attention to what your hair is saying. If there's no damage or breakage then you should be good. Protective styling that keeps your hair tucked away could help it hold it's moisture in for longer. Good luck!

[@ErinGrime]

Your face is so clear! Would you mind sharing your skincare one day? I’d love to know the science behind it which I’m sure you know about

[@nyar-heramercy]

So is it ok if you use humectants when you have a protective style with synthetic hair?

[@shantehale3188]

Nice video thank you 🤩🤩

[@maryokeke4376]

I love green beauty, you really educate us. Can't wait for your clumping video

[@KnL9713]

This video is so helpful ! Thank you !

[@GreenBeauty]

💚

[@brezzyBribri]

What was the slippery clear thing in the clear cup?

[@lamondae]

Quick question: If I have high porosity hair due to damage, will my new growth grow in at the porosity it normally is (low porosity) or will the new growth be high porosity too? Thanks for the vid btw! Came at a perfect time for me!

[@reginaomoik1493]

Your new growth will grow in its original form (low perosity) until same damage is done. So that’s why you have to care for your ok’d growth much as your new growth and stay away from heat as much as possible so as to have recovery. Note : new growth isn’t affected yet

[@reginaomoik1493]

Am low perosity and I’ve had heat damage hair before but now my hair is amazing thick and full

[@deborahcoats4940]

Thank you

[@jackieokeke2289]

Do your videos also apply to relaxed hair?

[@ladystormhealing]

Thank you so much for clearing that up. Always great videos!

[@Anywayyihao]

Tysm bc I’ve been wondering about this. ❤️

[@bromistadavis8556]

Where do you get your satin hair ties/scrunchies?

[@GreenBeauty]

I got them from Amazon, just search satin hair ties on Amazon and they should popup

[@sillahthandi7237]

Wow didn't know aloe vera is a Humectants

[@patriceshaw8006]

Did you make a diy video on how to make your own

[@siphiwetshilidzi7473]

Heyy😍May you plz talk about the no oils no butter method and your opinion on it

[@wendibrown8317]

2:20 a list of humectants

[@suzysam143]

I like your content. It is so informative. Happy New Year to you and your family.

[@GreenBeauty]

Thank you so much. My goal is to spread the knowledge so am happy you find my content informative. Happy New Year to you and your family as well.

[@Product_snob]

thanks for all you do xoxo

[@cch195]

What can you say to persons like me whose hair strands break off instantly when moisturizers are applied? What would be solutions to prevent such?

[@GreenBeauty]

If I were you, I would first clarify my hair with a clarifying shampoo. As naturals about 90% of the issues we run into has something to do with build 💚

[@cch195]

@@GreenBeauty Hair is clarified often enough. Let me then rephrase: Hair breaks off at various levels along the strands when water based moisturizing products are used. What would you recommend? Thanks.

[@tumelomaz]

Have you tried doing a protein treatment? Maybe that will help.

[@cch195]

@@tumelomaz Thanks for your reply. Yes l have done the protein treatments to the point where l was told that l am using too much protein. What I found to be so surprising is that there are lots of sisters who have the same problem like l do.

[@icycici6191]

@@cch195 Do you clarify your hair once a month with a clarifying shampoo? That made my moisturizing products work better and not suffocate my hair, which stopped breakage.

[@lnyawilliamsmoore4380]

Perfect human life forever for righteous mankind in paradise on earth under heavenly kingdom rule coming at anytime Now (Gen 1:27-30; Isaiah 65:17,25; Psalms 37:10,11,29:83:18; Matt 24:14,42,44;John 17:3;Rev 21:1,3-5)

[@amcgee0668]

Gratitude 🧡

[@rebellianne86]

Hey, you said at min 8:58 that your gonna make a video showing us how you keep your hair always moisturized (hair that is free from product build up and is properly moisturised and sealed), what's the name of it please, I wanna watch it, thank you green beauty

[@abdelmalekbnk7479]

What's the solution for low porosity hair. It isn't used to being like that. But lately it became low porosity

[@bumblebee6310]

Do you have any videos about the benefits of steam and how it affects different porosity

[@GreenBeauty]

I've done several videos on hair porosity. I suggest starting with the video below and then checking out the other videos listed in it's description box. HIGH POROSITY -vs- LOW POROSITY: How to master your natural hair kzbin.info/www/bejne/onPLfq2Cg9iqrc0

[@Ncognito579]

My low porosity hair LOVES steam

[@sarahmerino5720]

The humidity in Arizona is 4%

[@greene_te]

I live in a desert climate and it’s winter here. I have low porosity hair. I was doing the lco method and my hair was always feeling dry. Once I washed my hair and took out the leave-in conditioner and just did liquid and oil, my hair felt so much softer. The humectant was taking moisture out of my hair and putting it back into the environment! ….

[@dewwaves32]

If you use a humectant in a formula does it need to be preserved with a broad spectrum preservative or anti-microbial?

[@GreenBeauty]

It depends on what else is in the formulation and how long you plan to store it. If the formulation has mostly oils and you know it will take you 2 to 3 weeks to use it, you won’t need to add any anti-microbial. But, if your formulation has a lot of water and you know you won’t be able to use it all in a few days, you will need to add a preservative. I hope this helps 💚

[@dewwaves32]

@@GreenBeauty Hey thank you so much check your email please

[@dewwaves32]

​@@GreenBeauty Thank you this is helpful! Could you check your email

[@cynthiawachira8809]

Are protein treatments supposed to be mixed with deep conditioners and used at the same time?

[@sherribryant7934]

I mixed her protein treatment with any conditioner. She has a video on how to use it for high or low porosity hair and the exact measurements also the instructions are on the bottle. I always get great results and I love it because you don’t have to have a hair dryer

[@sherribryant7934]

The green beauty protein treatment is to be used with any conditioner she has instructions on the bottle and also a great video explaining how do use it for low or high porosity hair. I always get great results and I like it because it’s organic and you don’t have to use a hair dryer

[@Amerdealer]

I need answers please 🙏, long post alert. I have less than a month-old starter locs, so I'm going to have to avoid conditioners and stuff for a while. I also have low porosity hair and struggle with an extremely dry scalp. I decided to make a mildly clarifying also moisturizing shampoo and a moisturizing spray to keep my hair hydrated and moisturized. The shampoo and the spray did the opposite and dried my hair out so bad, almost like when you use baking soda on your hair kind of dry. I have narrowed down what could have caused this, as both the shampoo and spray feel the exact same way on my hair. They're ingredients that I used in both products. My number 1 suspect was glycerin, but here's the problem; I gave my brother the shampoo to use as a body wash, (the ingredients are safe to use on the body) and he said his skin felt like when you're in the pool for too long and your hands begin to dry out and wrinkle. Glycerin may have its controversies especially with hair, but I know darn well it doesn't do that to the body. And I didn't go overboard with it. So here are the possible culprits; glycerin, allantoin, hydrolyzed wheat protein, honey quat, panthenol, bamboo extract(powder), tea tree, and peppermint essential oils. A quick google search will sing the praises of all these ingredients for their moisturizing abilities, so I really don't know where I went wrong here.

[@Amerdealer]

I don't want to add to the already long post, but let me answer some potential questions. I mentioned my hair being baking soda dry, but baking soda is alkaline, while the shampoo is acidic. It has a PH of about 3.6(it has salicylic acid in it) and I didn't check the PH of the spray. The weather in my area is currently dry AF. So dry that if you leave a slice of bread out and come back in 30mins, you'll basically have croutons. Super hard, dry, crunchy crumbly bread.

[@godsgirlesti8884]

Am in ghana and its the harmattan season please do i need to u humectant?

[@GreenBeauty]

Yes, you can still use humectants. If you use it out not, what’s important is to make sure you keep you hair moisturized by re-moisturizing when it need it.

[@TalithaNCummi]

Can porosity change from low to high or high to low?

[@surfhead403]

The best #1

[@quartzzhuit]

Happy New Year @greenbeauty 😘💚

[@GreenBeauty]

Happy New Year !! 💚💚

[@sassys1240]

What's confusing to me is this, if the humectant is in your hair, how can it pull water from your hair? Where's it pulling it to?

[@GreenBeauty]

It would evaporate and the humectant with feel like a stuff gummy layer on your hair.

[@sassys1240]

@@GreenBeauty oh ok. Thx.

[@oluchiosakwe]

Nice vid

[@GreenBeauty]

❤

[@quartzzhuit]

😊📝

[@samylynch5185]

I’m in Vegas, so should I use grape seed oil for this dry ass weather? I have noticed how my aunts hair grow and is moistures over in Florida after she lefted Vegas.

[@miss_sennie]

♥️♥️

[@GreenBeauty]

💚💚

[@yikana7535]

Love the video, but could you improve the microphone quality? The sound isn't that great atm

[@GreenBeauty]

Yeah, I know what you are talking about. I'm working on it. The next few video may be the same but, I'll get it fixed soon

[@yikana7535]

@@GreenBeauty Still looking forward to the upcoming videos!

[@Lunar123424]

@@GreenBeauty thank you for the information 💚🌱

[@goddessnoir290]

❤❤❤❤

[@GreenBeauty]

💚💚💚💚

[@patriceshaw8006]

What's in your humectant

[@justpassingthrough7450]

❤️

[@onetheoffense]

Thank you