Game Changers: The Hair Products That Helped Level Up My Natural Hair | 2012 to Present

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[@rynd9974]

Game changers: 1.oyin hair dew. I have some new leave ins to try but it's currently the only one I use at all. The hydration is unmatched. 2. kinky kurly custard, camille rose style setter, and now giovanni gel based on you and bri recommendation. Those the only 3 stylers out of many that get my curks in formation. 3. Using a diffuser. It helps dry things faster, I can't wait to get to a place where I can afford to buy a hooded dryer 4. Paying attention to ingredients and switching to 98% black owned brands. I know people on a budget and non-black products work too, but something about using black owned I know is helping my hair. Plus, I discovered this wonderful world looking at products made by us, for us and looking at the companes as a whole. I've also cut down on unnecessary spending by being much more selective in what I put on my to try list. 5. Making the process of doing my hair something I look forward to doing. Having that be tedious has caused me to neglect my hair over the years. Making the process enjoyable by listening to things I like while I'm doing it has helped immensely. 6. Clarifying every week. Itchiness has always been a problem for me and I was afraid of clarifying listening to other people. When I saw evanni talk about how she threw that out the window and clarify all the time, I realized I should do what works for me. Trying that out has improved my scalp health so much.

[@sharelle2g]

💜💜💜I love your comments!

[@rynd9974]

@@sharelle2g aw thank you❤!!

[@tiakawalker8263]

Where you got ur paddle comb from Amazon don't have it

[@nykka3]

What clarifying shampoo do you use?

[@rynd9974]

@@nykka3 kinky kurly come clean!

[@JustOnePageAway]

I do wish the Kazmalaje brush will one day be available in a smaller size (width)....i completely agree that I lose far less hair now..this will help me retain growth overall.

[@jmacknaturalista]

I agree...it gets easier once you find the right products and techniques for your specific hair. I love videos like this...

[@karenreeves1240]

My hooded dryer is a must. I feel like it sets my curl because it is being dried. A total game changer for me was the Mane Choice Heavenly Halo Pre-poo. I never used anything for a pre-poo except an occasional hot oil treatment. After using the heavenly halo pre-poo, my shedding during wash day was cut in half. The hair balls that I used to put on the shower wall no longer exists. This is a must in my wash day routine.

[@marshareid4255]

I ordered that paddle brush because of your review of it. I absolutely love it. I don't have as much hair coming out during my wash days or when I detangle. I wish more people knew about this paddle brush because it's a massive game changer for me. Thank you for putting it on the map for us. I also bought the comb and pick too. I aint playin. Lol

[@ALove4Me]

❤️❤️❤️

[@DPickron]

I may have to try this brush! I have tried finger detangling but I just doesn’t work for my fine strands. I hope this brush helps.

[@clairedaniels1877]

Devin Pickron I used to finger detangle but this brush is way better because instead of 4 fingers you have like 30. It’s finger detangling on steroids.

[@carolwashington8379]

@@clairedaniels1877 I'm new to this brush....only my 2nd time using it. I see clumps when I use this brush but I can't tell if they are single stands that clump in the brush. Do you notice small clumps when you detangle with the brush?

[@IamQS2010]

Figuring out my hair porosity and what ingredients my hair liked/didn't like, was a game changer for me.

[@mattiewilliams1138]

This is the truth: I like to see people hair advice but finding out YOUR hair is what is going to be your individual game changer. I think this is what the natural community is missing. All our hair is not going to look the same because our hair is different. I have been natural since 2000; and I know what my hair loves and what it doesn’t.....saves you TONS of money. The natural hair community is taking all people money because some naturals think their hair is going to look like their favorite natural hair person when it is NOT.

[@user-zx5xw4yw2e]

@@mattiewilliams1138 Do you have the same porosity as the the lady in video? U find that u like the same products as she does?

[@wannabe41]

My game changers: 1) prepooing 2) hooded steamer 3) Uncle Funky’s Daughter Curly Magic (I didn’t think I could ever achieve a good wash and go until I tried this gel 4)Mo Knows Hair Curl Restoring Treatment ( I like this better than the Quidad conditioner that inspired Mo’s treatment 5) My hooded dryer for drying wash and goes. 6) The Felicia Leatherwood detangling brush (all other detangling tools I tried before this one were fails. 7) Doing wash and goes in the shower on soaking wet hair (particularly with gels like UFD and Kinky Curly 8) The brand Camille Rose Naturals - my hair loves 90% of this brand’s products. I love the natural ingredients. This brand taught me that ingredients do matter.

[@shari-leedavis1576]

I am a camille rose stan. Her products really changed the game for me especially since I'm located in the Caribbean and products are hard to get.

[@bbsladyb6299]

When I started going natural I use to watch so many other people. Your channel came up and now you’re the only one I follow! I hated the clear wet line but the blue so far works. I love your content

[@SheReaDelSol]

That TMC shampoo is sooooooo goooood

[@PreppyFay12]

My game changers are: 1. Detangling my hair before shampooing. 2. Giovanni Smooth as Silk Shampoo (cleansing, smoothing, defining and strengthening and reduced my scalp build-up) 3. Oyin Gingermint Co-wash - I can have a quick wash day by just using this and following up with moisturizing my hair. 4. Moisture- Protein balanced deep conditioners. I often need a little of both each week. 5. Film-forming humectants. Look up Afope Atoyebi. Literally changed the game I can have lasting moisture for 5+ days. 6. Sealing with silicone serums.

[@imac4082]

Kareco Tangle Buster convinced me a tool didn't have to rip my hair out. As for products that changed my hair life, it actually really boils down to ingredients! Ingredients that changed my hair life: BTMS, Hydrolized Proteins (especially Silk and Keratin), Aloe Vera Juice, and moringa. These ingredients made me realize that it matters and I should pay more or go through the pain of DIY so I can make sure my hair has what it needs/likes.

[@kayla4667]

One game changer for me is finger detangling my natural hair 🙌🏾

[@mehonesty]

"...the hold of 100 'F' boys....." HILARIOUS!!! LOL!

[@Bgabria]

My only game changer so far is watching your videos and Camille rose honey hydrate leave in conditioner . So far it’s been the only product that makes my hair look less dull and still feel hydrated after adding gel to my wash and go. I’m planning on getting a hooded dryer ASAP.

[@ALove4Me]

❤️❤️❤️

[@Neosoul_prima]

“Suave.... which is an interesting brand” 🤣🤣🤣🤣 eden body work’s jojoba deep conditioner was definitely a game changer for me!!! Also, the twist and shout cream by curls!!!

[@Listen2me400]

I freaking love that Kazmaleje paddle comb!!!! You are right much less hair loss. Build quality is amazing. A forever brush. Game Changer!!! 💙💙💙Well I thought I had a popping wash and go until I tried Ecoslay’s Jello-Shot. Bae Bae, them curls said, “Hello Sis”. Game changer!!! 💗🤍🖤 Naturall Clubs Thist Quenching Avocado Moisturizer. This penetrates so well into my low porosity strands it’s a miracle. Hasn’t flaked on me and works well with products other than their line. Game changer!!! 💚🤍💚Last one, Camielle Rose lavender Shaken Hair Spritzer. The best refresher I have ever used. Spray, Shake, Go. It softens but does not effect my curl pattern or hold. Game Changer!!! 💜💜💜

[@michellemorris4530]

Well I am always here for the game changing products, I am all in for CRN, pretty much all her products works quite well on my hair, then in high high upper second, is Oyin, that hair dew, yes total game changer every Black Friday or when my liter runs out I will purchase another one, it keeps my hair moisturized when I put in braid/twist, Qhemet butter is another one I like. I am going to finally get me a standing dryer, I know using my steamer is another game changer for my hair, this I feel will be just as great especially when the weather change and I can no longer go outside with a wet head from my wash n style. I tried to get the paddle brush however heir website says sold out, I will keep an eye for it, especially for my daughters very very high density thick stand hair. As always thanks for sharing your game changing products and tools!

[@123456711751]

I bought the Kazmaleje brush and comb thanks to you. Also I bought them for my 2 natural daughters!

[@tbev58]

Thank you for the video, I find my hair is better moisturized with Qhemet heavy cream vs the Camille almond Jai this sits on my hair. I have high porosity and I’m learning what hair likes 👍🏽

[@JustOnePageAway]

I really enjoyed this video. We have some many similarities as far as recognizing the products that changed the game during our hair journey...it's like a light bulb went on when you realize what makes a difference in the state of your hair. My game changers were: Mane choice 3n1 conditioner Kurlee Belle Moisture shampoo Olaplex No 3 Oyin Hair Dew Kazmalaje (major game changer) Trims and hair shape TGIN Honey Miracle mask Uncle Funky's gel Washing hair often/regularly

[@CNJL1]

My game changer product that I no longer use was the Shea moisture jbco leave in conditioner. Once it came out it was my one and done wash n go staple for years. Shea moisture’s Shea butter and Jbco lines were everything to me. Now I wouldn’t touch them with a 10ft pole. 😆 A paddle brush was another game changer along with the Anthony Dickey method. Black girl curls’ and hydrabar salon’s recommendations are the latest game changers.

[@TheChocBeauty]

Thank you for this video. I’m purchasing the hair dryer. I’ve been putting it off only because I felt air drying was just as good, but one thing Covid has taught me, that’s not necessarily true.

[@kendrawood474]

Your suggestions, recommendations and techniques totally changed my hair game! I literally learned so much from you! Quidad extreme is now a staple for me cuz of you!! THANK YOU FOR WHAT YOU'RE DOING!! You really are helping us in these streets!

[@idoyes1400]

Sis, please do a more in-depth video on the importance and differences drying your hair has on hair health and hair styles..you touched on it in this video and YOU GOT MY ATTENTION😁..

[@ALove4Me]

Will do!

[@idoyes1400]

@@ALove4Me 😍😍😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁

[@diandrastewart6002]

I can trust everything you recommend. I appreciate that! I’ve been wearing protective styles for the last 12 weeks. I can’t wait to incorporate some of these when I get my curls back this weekend. 🙌🏾

[@finecurls2291]

I always look forward to seeing your videos 💕

[@NaturalMonroe]

I agree with that almond jai. That product alongside the double butter cream showed me what moisture was.

[@TBELLA26_]

You said the hold of 100 F boys 🤣🤣🤣🤣 Yass!! Wetline is definitely a game changer for me because eco styler kept flaking on me. For me, Extra Butter, Supercurl and Thirsty Curls by UFD definitely give me amazing moisture!! TGIN green tea leave in, I can put under anything!! This was an awesome video!!☺❤

[@naturallykool]

Your smile is golden😄 Tfs💜

[@karenthomas2513]

All I can say is thank you great lovely video once again. I really really do appreciate you.

[@QiQi_daGem]

Love this! My hooded steamer was my game changer and is still hitting after 3 years! I really want to buy that dryer tho!

[@naturallygrace3594]

That Kazmaleje brush is it!!! I hated brushes until I tried that one,now I am a believer. I use it every wash day.

[@ally8558]

Yes love that brush

[@demetrabaldwin817]

I really enjoy this video, Thank you!

[@JoyDejaKing]

I really loved this video. Extremely informative and thorough like all her content.😍😍

[@sharelle2g]

I love this video. Your great in it. I'm in favor of quality over quantity. Your subject deserved the time you needed. This is my first time watching your channel but it's the first of many more to come. I love that you referenced a Charjay video for your wetline gel. I respect that you are mindful of price points as well. 💜💜💜💜💜

[@ALove4Me]

Thanks so much 😘

[@lealeaj1096]

It's like you talking about all your hair baes😌...It's a real game changer, when you find a product that consistently works for your hair🙌. Great video!🥰

[@lbossi4966]

THANK YOU so much for this Natural Hair Education!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@siabutterflyy]

Found The Mane Choice backups just now in Marshall’s. ❤️ Kazmaleje, Camille Rose on my kid. Oyin Cowash, CHI serum to not burn my hair in extreme sun. The dryer increased in price 💔 but...thank you for all you share with us.

[@patriciacampbell7296]

I love this video. I have the Kazmaleje brush and I love it. I use the almond jai twisting butter. I started using aloe vera juice thanks to you. I would like to try the Oyin cowash , the Mane Choice shampoo and Quidad mask.

[@1naturalbeauty]

That Oyin Hair Dew... 😍😌 I just started using it this year, and I’m so mad it took me so long to try it. I use it as my leave-in, and I absolutely love it! It’s definitely #1 on my list of leave-in conditioners. I have the Whipped Pudding and the Ginger Mint Cowash but haven’t tried either yet.

[@mylynnj3792]

I absolutely love Tre Luxe's The Reflex and Melanin Hair Care Twist- Elongating Style Cream.

[@starmaxx4]

Thank you very much luv luv this video 💕💕

[@elizabethjohnson6773]

I enjoyed video! The products you recommend have been stables. I love TMC shampoo and Camille Rose moisture milk( I agree all purpose). On my list to try is the comb and the Co wash.

[@Jasyoucan]

Let me go warm up my leftovers 🍚

[@charleneadams6363]

That's funny what you said your boyfriend said, my husband see me prepooing & went in the bathroom and pull the shower curtain back!!! He swears I have a man in the shower when it's my wash day!!!

[@ALove4Me]

😂😂😂

[@nykka3]

I love this brush! I also have the small comb also. Definitely less hair loss.

[@ALove4Me]

Awesome

[@JennaiM]

I hope you consider doing a video about more shampoos like the mane choice detangling hydrating shampoo.

[@monicaDD]

Nice video. My game changers were TGIN leave in and Macadamia Professionals products. They have silicones but they’re nourishing.

[@heavaforeva]

Hi..very good video..I've gotten great tips from you..I've used the oh my glide as a pre poo and put a cap on for 10 minutes its amazing..also I use the oyin juice and berries and hair dew to reset my look and stretch out my wash days

[@Poppy-jp8ng]

Enjoyed!!!

[@BubsBee]

What a great video. You mentioned some products I still use! But the hooded dryer, I think that may be my next bigger hair product purchase.

[@ALove4Me]

My hooded dryer is one of my BEST hair investments

[@kearstenw3855]

I agree this video was amazing!!!! I keep it in my arsenal 😊

[@tynnettam9636]

Oyin hair dew was the first leave in conditioner I actually loved for my hair in 2014. When I was in college, I used to swear by that Suave coconut conditioner, back in the day it was “suave naturals” but I think they got sued and changed the name. Camille Rose Almond Jai twisting cream is the GOAT lol there’s just nothing else quite like it....I need to try that detangling brush.

[@JadeVVe]

The ouidad mask is definitely a game changer. I can't thank you enough for that. Can't seem to find it at Marshall's anymore. I'm holding to the last jar I have hehe. I really enjoyed the mane choice shampoo even the Camille rose ginger shampoo. I have to say the Halo one from Mane choice is just so hydrating. Buying the hooded dryer was the best investment I've made for my hair. I don't care to wash my hair at night anymore. My newer game changers are definitely using a rinse out conditioner before shampooing, oil rinsing and sitting under the hooded dryer for 15 min after putting a leave-in before going on with gel...my wash & go's are at a higher level now

[@Timetrae]

I still haven’t tried the Almond Jai!! These whole 6 yrs !!

[@fateemajohnson825]

It was not too long definitely was very informative i wish it was longer

[@TheVeritasForYou]

Iiiiii said i was gonna get that kazmaleje comb and i was really gonna, but then somehow i got the Denman D38 brush and THAT is my game changer. I bring that brush with me even when i'm not doing my hair(why??? i dont know). otherwise there are a couple of things on your list that I'm definitely getting as I'm prepping for winter. I really need a dryer, a non-glycerin leave-in and a butter that's somehow still light

[@rachelm.3173]

For light butters, non-glycerin try the brand Curl Origin. My hair only does well with custards and light creams for styling. Their Honey & Hibiscus curl smoothie is so creamy and moisturizing. A little goes a long way, and its not a heavy product at all.

[@SixFives5StarChic]

Love your hair 😘😘🥰🥰

[@cdyana1157]

Oyin Hair Dew and the Ginger mint co-wash IS nice...love it. Another KZbinr turned me on to imoNatiral. It ships from Canada but her leave in and hair cream is excellent.

[@jemts5586]

Oooh, they're in Canada?? I need to check em out!

[@NaturalMonroe]

Damn I gonna check out the mane choice shampoo

[@kathyyearby3334]

I love it in hair dew but I have not been able to find it any more in my area.

[@CNJL1]

I think oyin went completely online.

[@sissamy1802]

Is the new formula for the wet line extreme gel still worth a try?

[@missfabidia]

Just started to experiment with wash and gos, thanks so much for this video 😊 Do still use the same hair dryer ?

[@ALove4Me]

Yes I do!

[@dorethamcelliott4900]

Can you tell me what's the difference between the Quidad Melt into Moisture Mask and the It's a 10 Mask, I need to improve my elasticity

[@db6332]

I couldn't get in the app vibely Al'so i can't go in these types of app because i have protected identity. But i have a question can you do a video on low porosity hair meduim porosity and high porosity? And i have a question about protein treatment? I'm new to this and I'm starting to learn about what hair is made of and how it work? Can you tell me when is the best to use a protein treatment? Should i use it in a month when i use heat. Or should I use it after i wash my hair and do it on separate days when i deep conditioner? Please let me know? And i can give you a video that is called green beauty and what you think about it? Take care ❤️

[@tati0201]

Do you have a new link for the dryer? Link doesn't work? Thanks

[@tashayleniece]

Lol this is by a “interesting corporation” 😩😂😂😂😂😂 enjoyed the video

[@tancam1231]

If you're ever in a need of a well made seamless comb that is gentle on the hair...... Hagemam Hercules Comb. The teeth on it are just wide enough to detangle and also wide enough to not tear out hair. It's pricey though at 20 bucks.

[@TheVeritasForYou]

She has that too i think?

[@ALove4Me]

Yep, I have it and it’s also the 🐐

[@olivian.matthew2155]

I always wondered why hair dew was never was a staple in your stash but is frequently mentioned, glad to know it was a game changer for you...For the brush, they should emboss the logo by way of carving it in the back of the paddle, its wearing off. I need to try it more but I think that this brush is so stiff that it rips through the hair. I love that its black owned though so will keep and see how it can work for me. TFS!

[@user-zx5xw4yw2e]

Hello beautiful. What is your hair's porosity ??

[@ALove4Me]

Low

[@AD-cy4vj]

She doesn't like chocolate...💔