FINDING A HAIRSTYLIST FOR THE ULTIMATE TRANSFORMATION! - KayleyMelissa

[@steph1986]

I'm a happy curly hair brunette and am slowly getting my sparkles (grey) and am not mad about it. I've been to the hairdresser maybe twice in the past 7 years. That all to say I'm probably the most opposite to Kayley. But I just love your videos. You're a ray of sunshine and I just adore your attitude and perspective on life- the great and the not so great.

[@kayleymelissa]

Thank you so much 🥹. That genuinely means a lot. And thank you for watching the video!!

[@lucyamclarenauthor]

Sparkles! I love that.

[@_shaylatran_]

kayley! i don’t know if this is something that you’re still interested in doing, but i really miss your character hairstyles! i would love to see some bridgerton inspired hairstyles if that’s within your new video repertoire :)

[@leopardqueen86]

I would love to see a wavy hair routine! My hair will dry wavy but it never looks cute when I try to let it dry naturally.

[@MindfulMya]

Honestly so glad you are talking about this. I have EDS MCAS and POTs (the trifecta). Breakage totally is part of the autoimmune life. It’s good to have someone who understands your hair and supports you. Medications can do such a number especially if your on steroids and other strong meds. 😅

[@kayleymelissa]

Such a good point!! I’m actually working on getting a pots diagnosis (and I’m pretty sure I have hEDS) so I feel you!!!

[@llamatapper]

Trifecta partner 😅

[@alicejones9360]

Oh how I have missed your hair nerdiness on KZbin! As someone who loves healthy hair but has zero clue about what to do at a hair salaon to get the look I want (not that I know what that is half the time), or be brave enough to try new things on my hair, this is so helpful! Thank you for taking us on your hair journey, I find it interesting to see your likes and dislikes, and how to rehab your hair back to health :) P.S. Your hair looks amazing at both lengths!

[@ThatPaintingLass]

I’ve been around since the green curtain days and girl it is so lovely having you back. I have learned so much from you over the years and I’m so glad that you’re back and have things in the works already for your next one. We are all so proud of you for getting things going again!

[@alexandragatto]

Great to see you back making content! Some constructive criticism (technical, not personal!) if you're in a healthy place to receive it: . . . . . personally I don't love the "aside to the second camera" conceit. I get that it's a way to break up talking head monotony and potentially an easier edit than inserting B roll but I find it super artificial and contrived. For me it interrupts the flow of the video and just feels off. You are definitely not the only creator I've seen do it, I've simply never enjoyed it. If you love it or it makes your life much easier while editing obviously you should follow your joy, but just one watcher's two cents. I'd much rather see B roll, even static images, or just the same angle throughout. It's a talky YT video, the direct to camera delivery is standard for the format and this wheel did not need to be reinvented.

[@bibliophilecb]

I second that the second camera places a bit of uncomfortable distance! It feels very “corporate KZbin video” and makes it harder to connect to all the lovely things Kayley is saying!

[@Diana-qp2rw]

I agree, it feels much more like a friend is talking to me when it’s just one camera angle.

[@alexturner1150]

I agree, I have a hard time with my eyes with movements I see double vision so seeing things jump or move fast brings out my double vision. It’s a chronic illness I have, called IIH. I also have a hard time with the asmr tiktoks that are one movement to the next in a different frame.

[@LydiaM]

As someone with androgenetic alopecia, videos about how to keep your hair healthy are like everything to me so I’m thrilled for this series! Also as someone whose hair suddenly turned wavy and has no idea how to deal with it, I’d be so here for that too!! Also just really nice to see you around and posting again and looking so much happier.

[@Diana-qp2rw]

Did you change anything about your hair routine? I used to think my hair was straight and just a bit stubborn, but when I started using a different shampoo and conditioner (never used it before my first chemical treatment because I didn’t need it) and hair oil, my hair got wavier, even some actual curls. Combing the hair with a big comb while it’s still wet, air drying it, and using hair oil helps a lot for my hair. It’s still not where I want it to be, but it’s getting better. Sometimes, my waves look cute and when they don’t, I just brush them (big comb, the same one I’m using when it’s wet, or a brush for wavy hair) and use some hair oil or product for curls afterwards, then it looks so much better.

[@happylala33]

Love your videos and so happy you're back!! I did just want to say that if you're doing the multiple camera angles because you want the experience to be more dynamic for the viewer, I personally am totally happy with the single front view unless you specifically need to show something from the side or back. It must take time and energy to plan and remember where to turn and talk, and I think it's totally beautiful with just the one camera angle :) However, if it makes you happy to do it, carry on!

[@marloesvansprundel240]

Was going to comment the same. I understand why she does it, but for me it's more distracting than inviting. They will be useful when she is going to show different sides of a hairstyle though!

[@ceystal]

Im so excited for your hair health video! And the potential wavy hair video! I've been wearing my hair natural for a few year since Anna Laura tried the curly girl method! Also I'm so happy for you to have been figuring out your journey and focusing on your mental health! Would love to see more mental health vidoes too!

[@kileydix1159]

Sis! Keep this cut/ color until you get tired of it. That cut was made for you! It looks amazing!

[@rosyroad2876]

Hi Melissa, been here since your beginning in youtube☺. I love your transparency and realness ♥️ First comment from me, because I understand what you mean with "could not take care of my self, now I can again". I'm a mom of a 4 years old son with cancer. He got diagnosed in October 2023. The first visit to a hair dresser after his dg... It was brutal. I had lost 50% of my hairs fullness because of stress. Now that he is getting better, my hair has slowly been growing back and I am able to take care of me and my hair again. We are complicated creatures and life is shitty sometimes 🤷

[@haley_ish]

Normalizing the hair comeback is FANTASTIC and you look SO GOOD

[@mscappaert]

I thought you were wearing extensions. Your hair looks so full!

[@katiesmovies]

After almost two decades of fighting grey [started grey at 19], I'm embracing my grey [11 months in]. I'd love some videos on keeping natural grey healthy and happy.

[@DarkSwanMoon]

I was in the live chat and I wanted to say I'm so happy for you reclaiming you're hair. Story: I went through something similar, life was hard and my hair was falling out(it was at the point where I tried not to look in the mirror while my hair was wet), and about 2-3 years, everything I was doing to help it finally paid off. Now it full and seems healthy. I was very nervous about bleaching it(just the bottom half of my head), and I also died the top half red for a concert in March. But I did all that because I needed change and I want to have fun with it, I'm 37 and I told myself it's time to have fun and live a little. ❤❤❤❤

[@Ladyinquisitor]

I just love listening to you talk. I hope it doesn’t feel pressuring to say I’m so glad you’re back. Your hair looks beautiful!

[@carolynyangas8851]

Ray of sunshine as always

[@NailTimeWithLex]

Oh my gosh, neurotic blonde, if that's not the perfect description of me I don't know what is! I keep my blonde silver/white. I love my stylist, out of all the stylists I've seen over the years, she understands my blonde the most. I LOVE this tone on you. And that cut is beyond adorable! You are so glowy and beautiful! Missed all your videos, I'm so glad to see your progress, my friend!

[@magnoliasandcrystals]

Kayley! I'm so happy you're back here on youtube. You have always been my inspiration when it comes to hair care that I 100% finally took the plunge this year to go from platinum blonde to Nicole Kidman red. My hair is so healthy and happy and a lot of that comes from what I've learned from your channel!

[@adesperateflourish]

I love this. I went through the exact same process a month or so ago: looking for a new stylist in a new town. When I first moved, I went somewhere for a quick trim and had the worst haircut. This time, I did so much Instagram and review sleuthing to finally find someone, and I had the best experience! It was sad leaving my stylist of 7 years, but the research paid off! I went with so many inspo photos and realistic goals. My advice for making sure your hair isn't cut too short is saying "I want to keep the length as much as possible". I also tell them how I style my hair. For example, when I'm working I braid my hair, so I ask for longer layers so they don't fall out of the braids.

[@lilacocean4137]

it's always such a relief to get those dead ends off! so happy to see your hair journey ❤thanks for sharing with us

[@alexwallar8608]

Happy Pride Month, Kayley

[@kayleymelissa]

Aw thank you!!! Happy pride month!

[@gysmokates]

First off, welcome back! Thank you for sharing your mental health journey, and normalizing that we all are here on that journey. Thank you also for giving us the guide for ways to constructively speak with a professional. Your hair looks great! Can't wait to tryout the Dynaerus half-up do again. It's one of my faves.

[@nidhivaidya6485]

You look radiant, hope you are doing well 🥰 I have lost a TON of hair from hormonal issues and it's been so rough.

[@kiraKX_]

Missed you! you just made me realized i have been very lazy and so has my stylist! We have fallen into a routine but this month i will ask him for a more specific change and take some pictures of what i want! Thanks guuurl!

[@oliviamayumi]

Happy pride, Kayley ❤ So glad to see you back and so happy to have your advice again!!

[@bibliophilecb]

I’m so glad you’re back and your hair looks so good! It’s honestly encouraging that it improved that much in less than a year. And I love the way you articulated the stylist search, it’s exactly the way my brain works! Also, your necklaces look really cute: would you consider doing a video on how you find your jewelry? I’m just now realizing that I’ve spent my entire adult life kinda ignoring jewelry and I want to change that lol.

[@IISheireenII]

*me who has not allowed another person to style let alone cut my hair in over 15 years and doesn't plan to change that:* yes I need to watch this!

[@laurenshinkarenko41]

I’m so glad you are back! You have a contagious personality. I’m so glad you are taking care of yourself, and how you share your journey through hair or mental health, thank you God bless ❤️

[@julesrong12]

Was here for the premiere, so glad to see you reclaiming your hair!!! Sending lots of love 💗

[@kayleymelissa]

Thank you so much for joining!! Sending all of the love back!!!

[@rittj.1303]

Your hair is looking great! I'm very excited for your future videos. If you're looking for a video suggestion, i'd love to see some second or third (or fourth 😅) day hair styling tips. Now that my hair is long where it's not undercut, styling on those busy weeks where i forget to shower is harder. Would also love to see partial- and full-undercut hair style suggestions or tips!

[@Diana-qp2rw]

This video is so fun and interesting, and comes at the right time for me because I’m finally taking more care of my hair again and trying to get it to grow out healthy. I just cut off my hair at shoulder length because it was so broken and (unfortunately still) falling out. It started after I had Covid in 2021, got worse due to mental health issues and stress, disordered eating and hormonal issues, and bleaching didn’t help. I can’t wait for my hair to grow back, but I just needed to cut it off. I’m in a much better place now, so I’m hopeful that my hair will grow back beautifully. Right now, I’m just amazed at how thick it looks again. I’m also seeing that it’s more wavy than it used to be, so maybe I’ll be able to keep that up with the right hair care. Can’t wait for more videos on hair care and tips.

[@kimb6614]

Love your videos and hair tips! So happy that you are back! I prefer only the front camera. When you do the side camera it can be somewhat distracting for me. That could be just me though. Can’t wait for your next video!

[@lucykeefe3841]

I love you so much, your personality comes through a whole tonne in this video and i have MISSED YOU!

[@alishamyers68]

I love how honest and real you are

[@julianahoy981]

Oh my goodness I’m so excited for this series. I grew up in a house where there was no knowledge of hair care. I watched your videos but always felt overwhelmed. I’m really hoping to go through this journey with you to heal my very damaged hair. Please if you do the wave training (idk what to call it) please share it. I’m trying to do the same thing but it feels like everyone says something different. I’ve also never been to a salon ever but have been looking into it recently. (But I’m terrified to go) so this was an amazing help thank you.

[@alena73967]

Thanks for discussing the actual stylist and salons! I'm close enough to that area that I would make a trip for a great haircut and color. I'm trying to go red, but the last 2 times I tried, it didn't work and I've had to wait so long for it to fade, so I can try again.

[@ChuckSmallvilleLOTR]

Your new haircut is making me think of Cher Horowitz! Cher's hair is the best

[@kayleymelissa]

Omg I see it!!

[@charmainekon4833]

Yes, wavy hair routine!

[@carolinatrindadeferreira3169]

Your videos are fitting like a glove! I've just moved to a different country and the hairstyle here is completely different, I'm scared but in need of a hairstylist... You helped a lot, i'll give your advices a shot!

[@patriciavandenberg1711]

I would love to see it! My hair is waivy and I started a complete new journey of taking care of this special waivy hair and now a year in, I already have bigger, more beautiful waves then I ever had😊

[@Shikei85]

I’ve been wanting to bring some of the waves out in my hair too so I’d love to see that content! Your colour is beautiful 😊

[@hwiekamp]

I’m so glad you’re back ❤

[@Courtney90120]

Thank you so much for all these tips! Also your hair looks awesome! Video suggestion, I would love to see you do some color analysis with a focus on hair colors, and if you need any volunteers for the content I volunteer 😂 but I would also just love your education on the topic 😊

[@__your_girl_abby___]

hiii, kayley!!! love watching your hair journey! i was going through soooo much stress and anxiety when my hair was very long, down to my belly button and longer. so, i cut my hair to my collarbone and the stress just went away. my hair is hella thick lol, so it would take me almost an hour to dry my hair when it was long. it takes about 10 minutes now since i cut it! so i definitely am going to go through your short hair playlist to do some cute styles on my new hair! love you!!!!

[@susanjaderberg690]

Very good video! And I am the same. When I saw your hair, I saw the length was shorter than you wanted and the orange in the lenghts were still there. So I am so glad you pointed that out even though you are a hair nerd ( like me) and you know so much, even you can make misstake when you want your hair done. It is so easy to show a picture of a hairstyle and get a totally different color or cut. So this was so informative and good to know Im not alone! Because I know Alot about hair and still when I see a hairstylist.. my hair has a 50/50 chance of becoming what I wanted it to be😅

[@piyusarkar3065]

You're like the cutest person I follow I guess.. Following you for years now, really love your content and energy. Hope you're doing better ❤

[@paulinahormizda]

Kayley, thank you so much for this video and I'm so glad you are back! I lost 30% of my hair and it has grown back thankfully but do you have any suggestions to blend the regrowth? I have so many different lengths in my hair and want it to look more uniform. Would you ever try airtouch highlights? They are like babylights and give a very blended appearance.

[@EirlysMcLachlan]

I'm watching you instead of trimming my hair like I need to, yay procrastination! Your hair looks great! I look forward to hearing more about what you've done.

[@carolinatrindadeferreira3169]

Yes, wavy hair routine! My hair dries weird, without shape, maybe that's what will help...

[@smm855]

I would love any help toward a wavy hair routine! Or "how to put up wavy hair while you're exercise, so that you can take it down and now you style isn't completely ruined and/or have to completely restyle". I actively avoid working out because I know it's going to destroy my hairstyle and I'm stuck with up-dos until the next wash day 4 days away 😖 Also, I like the side cut aways, it breaks up the static "speaking directly at the camera." I feel like it gives a little bit of a breather and adds more interest when you've got a long monologue. I know some comments didn't like it, but you can't please everyone ❤

[@AmandaLapinski]

that cut is everything!!! please post a photo, I need it for my next appointment!!!

[@sunnygirl9691]

Perfect video for me as I prepare for my hair appointment in a couple days!! Thanks!

[@kayleymelissa]

Of course!! Good luck!!

[@sofiatamilia4701]

I know this might be a little too much for you, but I was wondering, do you think you could do some of Cady's hairstyles from the new Mean girls? Cause I saw almost a lot of her hairstyles that I think might be good for you to try

[@jennalgreer]

KAYLEY I GOT MY WORK PERMIT FOR MY COSMETOLOGY LICENSE!!!!!

[@nikoletahanakova8573]

Congratulations! 🎉🎉🎉

[@AlexSedevie]

Genuine question, if the main goal is hair health, would it be healthiest not to color/bleach at all? I’ve stopped coloring my hair to reduce damage, but if I can go back… 👀

[@MGLeal]

Hey! I’d love to see your take on House of the Dragon and Bridgerton hairstyles!

[@annemariemaghakian9298]

Sending you so many hugs! We love you so much!🤍✨

[@TaelarBurris]

Love everything thing about this!

[@rebeccaking4588]

It really looks great! ❤

[@MonicaMettert]

I personally really like the second camera! 😊❤

[@sophiags6487]

You resonate with me so much. We live near each other and I’d looooooove to hire you to do my hair one day 😂❤️

[@libriansana8562]

You've been gone for such a long time honestly there's soooo much i want you to make videos that i feel like i might end up writing pages here😂😂... I hope you get back to your KZbin routine that you had before pretty soon like you used to... Its been so long since you tried a hair tool... I really want your opinion on shark flexstyle.. If you could do a video on that would be great... 🎉

[@DebZava]

Me, about to complaint about the length of your hair: Kayley: so, I accidentally asked for a shorter haircut Me: ok, well, no complains to the hairstylist then lol

[@justjory44]

Hi bright by Redken is a good product to buff off that excess crap that dulls the hair.

[@ssy1pny]

Looks beautiful ❤❤❤

[@darlingdaisy1604]

I don't love the side angles unless it's to show braiding or something from another angle. While talking it just feels off

[@Tina.bina.]

How would I go about explaining to a stylist how I want to slowly lighten to add dimension? I'm not even sure what I'm looking for myself tbh lol. I just want more of my curly waves to actually be visible bc my hair is all one dark color.

[@wolfsf2012]

I’m not trying to dampen your creativity or be rude but I don’t care for the second camera. I don’t think it does anything for talking videos like this but maybe when styling your or someone else hair could be better suited. It’ll give it different angles to see better

[@wolfsf2012]

I get that the second camera is like a ‘second/side thought’

[@janelsedgebeer]

Totally agree!!

[@marieh442]

Is it just me, or does a lot of the clip on this video lack sound? I only head the sound on the left ear while using a headset.

[@purplepeople9298]

Omg I need this so bad

[@jessmoonshadow899]

Love your hair, the color really suties you ❤. Ive given up on hair dressers cutting my hair im still growing out the worst fringe ive ever had . A 2 year old could of done better

[@Critical.Thinker]

Do hairstylists now only do one type/technique of highlighting? I would think you should be able to go back to Kelly and ask her to do the more blended highlights.

[@maitesoto1953]

It's probably less that they can only do one technique and more that they have a personal style that they're comfortable with and excel at. So they can probably do a blended look even if they usually work with macrohighlights, but the end result might not be as good as someone's who specialises in blending

[@Critical.Thinker]

My previous hair stylist moved to another city and said the people in that salon only did balayage. It makes me realize that’s a question I have to ask when searching for a new one. Also, I’ve learned that some stylists don’t do certain kinds of haircuts.

[@C1nderfire]

I can’t even get a stylist to understand that I don’t want blunt ends but not wispy. I just want my hair to bug my back. If I say undercut it’s too much and my top layer flips. So y

[@dominikbenz8349]

amazing vidoe i enjoy cool looks aweosme pretty stunning queen

[@madelinefretheim6016]

Day 1 of asking for a ren faire hair tutorial

[@laurelbergsten1024]

Oooo... yes for me too!!!

[@machinegunkimmy]

I have to find a new stylist. Mine is good but he missed 2 appts back to back. I am sad about this.

[@striketochill]

FYI- the audio of you talking is only coming through the left ear bud for most of this video :/

[@YasmeenorSapphire]

I thought it was just me. Thank god

[@striketochill]

@@YasmeenorSapphire I only wear my right earbud like 99% of the time so it was very sad lolol

[@daniellejoy116]

I am mama of two lovely kiddos and after having my daughter I experienced significant postpartum hair loss.. I have now been diagnosed with hypothyroidism. So I am going to take a step away from bleaching my hair and keeping it short and healthy as my hair grows back (hopefully) this was a great video thank you!

[@kayleymelissa]

That’s a great call! I’m sorry you’re going through that, but glad it sounds like you have a diagnosis and game plan 💕.

[@daniellejoy116]

@@kayleymelissa thank you! I am also a hairdresser and I just always give myself a break postpartum just for times sake but this time it’s about my health. It’s been hard to find self confidence lately

[@adelinaDigaspero]

❤

[@Miyakies]

Only my left ear hear you…. 😅

[@aquirillia]

i would never wear thinn ends like this. i would always cut it off...^^

[@im-Sara-Jayne.]

Your lucky to have nice thick hair, you should be thankful for the hair you have instead of spouting word salad 🥗 none of it makes sense! "Look at me, look meeeee' !!!!!!

[@katieanderson4364]

Huh?

[@Wenchfaery]

Are you lost? This whole channel is hair info!

[@im-Sara-Jayne.]

@@Wenchfaery I'm glad your a sheep, im happy for you ☺️

[@gloryunderfoot700]

What parts did you not understand?

[@fictionalhuman]

I also hope all the good things for you too, Kayley 🫶 I really like the new length. A wavy routine would be awesome!

[@roosakoli5781]

This video came at the perfect time. I used to bleach my hair every second month, but after I noticed breakage I stopped. However, it was too late and my hair just kept breaking off 🥲 My hair is a disaster now and I don’t know what to do

[@kaseysmith798]

i can’t watch right now but can’t wait to come back & get all your amazing advice! 🫶🏼

[@rosachandler2708]

i‘m very happy therapy is helping you. i started watching another video and saw this one pop up as a suggestion and go „this one can wait. my favourite youtuber just posted.“ and i clicked. keep taking your time with the posting frequency though, once a month makes all of us so happy to see you🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻

[@kaseysmith798]

thank you for sharing about your hair breakage journey & showing you’re human. 🤍 i appreciate knowing even our friendly neighborhood hairstylist can go through hair ups and downs!

[@madelinefretheim6016]

Day 2 of asking for a ren faire hair tutorial

[@madelinefretheim6016]

Day 3 of asking for a ren faire hair tutorial

[@marysmith1377]

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