grow your hair and retain your length | the truth about hair growth + my tips

[@thekingtwins02]

8:00 we started taking iron and the difference in shedding is crazy. I would recommend a blood test if u aren’t sure which vitamin to take!

[@theimanialexia]

this!!

[@alliyahismyname1177]

Also I really appreciate your hair science reminder my ultimate hair goal is butt length but I’ve been at nipple or mid back length for a while and while I have implemented what I would say are my best hair practices yet holding space for that goal to be maybe unattainable is so validating, doesn’t make me wanna stop working towards it ofc but puts things in perspective

[@theimanialexia]

@@alliyahismyname1177 im glad the message was received well. i was a little nervous bc i didnt want to discourage anyone never stop working toward your hair goals! claiming butt length for you 💗✨

[@melaniechalas3705]

We have the same hair texture but you just execute it so goood I must learn from you

[@theimanialexia]

@@melaniechalas3705 im here to teach ❤️

[@Luv4breezy1204]

Great tips! ❤

[@kelliclark253]

how often do you recommend trims? Some ppl say every 4-6 weeks while others say twice a year. Love your videos btw!

[@theimanialexia]

@@kelliclark253 sry i forgot to mention that in the vid! the standard is every 6-8 but imo its different for everyone, some people require more and some less. i only trim 2-3x a year and do some dusting and minor maintenance in between. how to know if you need a trim: you’re hair is tangling more at the ends, if you see any split ends, your ends feel constantly dry, lacking hair volume or losing your shape, or stagnant growth

[@karis2137]

I love your videos and look forward to more! Would you suggest going to a salon to help with getting your hair back on track? I know my hair needs help, but I don't have a stylist so I've been trying to watch videos though it may not be the most helpful.

[@theimanialexia]

absolutely! most hair videos are spoken in a general sense and many of us are not hair professionals 😅 . working alongside a good stylist who prioritizes healthy natural hair would help identify specifically what your hair needs and how to resolve issues

[@alliyahismyname1177]

I love those satin hair ties you showed at 13:40 where can I find them? I don’t see it when I click on your amazon list

[@theimanialexia]

@@alliyahismyname1177 its by a small business named Slatehair.co

[@aishax1850]

ur hair is so gorgeous and similar to mine ❤️ wish mine was shaped like that though

[@theimanialexia]

@aishax1850 i get mine cut and shaped , its not my natural shape 😇

[@aishax1850]

@ i really want to get my hair shaped but I’m so scared their gonna cut it too short or I might hate the shape 😭 its hard to find any afro hairstylists lol

[@theimanialexia]

@aishax1850 definitely a genuine concern. if you ever take the leap, just be VERY clear with the stylist on what you want. have her just cut little by little and request that she checks in with you before doing more. this always helps me stay in the driver’s seat.

[@aishax1850]

@ thank you for the advice, this is rlly helpful!

[@chanxanny]

You're so pretty you kinda look like mariah the scientist

[@theimanialexia]

aw thank you, i’ve never heard that before 😇💗

[@kenyahalaiyah1431]

Which iron supplements were those that you showed?

[@theimanialexia]

@@kenyahalaiyah1431 nature’s blend slow iron 50 mg. i take it with orange juice to help with absorption

[@kenyahalaiyah1431]

@ thank you soooo much, love! Your response was super quick too! Have a great day!

[@ravenliani]

what do you recommend for twa protective styles ? I constantly have to do my hair everyday and I know it may be messing with my length retention since my hands are in it

[@theimanialexia]

back when i had my twa i did twists & twist outs it was kinda just an awkward phase i had to push through but it really helped with my growth. if i wanted some length i would add extensions!

[@ravenliani]

@@theimanialexia thank you !

[@cheryls.booker3336]

Great tips! New subscriber.

[@fems.ss1]

So pretty 😍

[@theimanialexia]

@@fems.ss1 thank you 🥰

[@Kiiiiiiiiara]

Hiii, love your videos! I’m not sure if you’ve spoken about this (I definitely have to catch up on your videos) but could you give any advice on how to care for low porosity?

[@theimanialexia]

i haven’t spoken about it but i will definitely talk about it 🥰

[@haveyouseenlouispigeon]

YAYYY

[@theimanialexia]

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