HAIR UPDATE | relaxed or natural, how I grew my hair etc…

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It's been so long since my last hair update and really wanted to restart this series as I am embarking on a new journey and have set some major hair goals for myself. Plus, I think the best way to document and monitor progress is through video so here we go...
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[@AndreeMarie]

hairdresser here, oils won’t grow your hair, a good diet, care and a good routine will help you regain your hair again takes roughly 3-4 month to kickstart the growth cycle ❤ You look beautiful

[@Tyansofficial84]

Yes my relaxed hair did a 360 once I started eating, resting, & putting less on my scalp more on my strands also protective styling with my own hair vs covering it has me at arm pit length now. I always plateau at shoulder length

[@AndreeMarie]

@@Tyansofficial84❤❤❤❤

[@OctaviaB]

Yes I don’t use oils just castor oil when I was natural and the vegamor drops is a serum but not oily if that makes sense

[@labelletraveler2411]

Studies have shown peppermint and rosemary oil to be effective for growing hair.

[@PaigeSamaroo]

Scientifically, oils are a sealant and helps to retain length with you apply moisture to the hair. I think it is imperative to give all the information and not omit parts when correcting someones knowledge.

[@bluebeanbaby]

This length is so MF'ing chic. I'm obsessed ❤

[@OctaviaB]

Aww thanks 😊

[@Maya-Mellisa]

I love this so much especially as someone with relaxed hair and just finding what works for me to achieve better hair growth

[@OctaviaB]

I'm so glad!

[@jazminetorian]

Yessss Octavia! I don’t think I’ve ever caught one of your videos this early! I ALWAYS say this is literally how I found you. 😭 I love your channel in general but something about your hair vids takes me back 🥹🫶🏾 & then you hit us with a sleek pony?! I was like omgeeeeee! 💛 So happy to hear a good report! Your hair is looking really full & healthy! 👏🏾 I loveee your sew in moments, your pony moments & when even your pixie era. But I have to say… I think my fav look on you issa bobbb honeyyy so I SEE the vision!! Once your front catches up & hits your chin?! Ugh! I can’t wait! 😍🙌🏾 There’s been such a shift in you Octavia. A BEAUTIFUL one to witness. You seem so relaxed, happy & confident.. just across the board! Even your relationship with your hair seems different! It’s just so beautiful & so inspiring to see. Thank you for giving us a peak into your life with your channel. We love you real bad! 😭🫶🏾

[@OctaviaB]

aw why am I crying 😢😭 this was soooo sweet ❤️thank you so much for this & being here …. Forever grateful for the support & positivity ✨❤️

[@TheQueenEsther24]

I’ve always loved the short look on you, soo beautiful! Happy for the health of your hair too ❤.

[@OctaviaB]

Thank you!

[@PheladiNewman]

How fortunate we are, black women, to have Octavia as an inspiration. Indeed, she has drastically altered my life. from makeup, hair care, and clothing style. to a home decorator. You are amazing and should continue doing what you do since you have made a positive impact on the lives of many women.❤❤

[@OctaviaB]

Thank you so much! This was such a lovely comment ❤️

[@Simplelivingslowliving]

Indeed. Very grateful to have found her. I find myself going back and watching older vlogs ever since I found her channel. I love her content .

[@alexandrable2570]

Totalement vrai Je t’aime Octavia ❤

[@alexandrable2570]

Je t’aime octavia, tu es très inspirante pou moi ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@Madds224]

No bc Exactly!!! The way I have been binging her videos! The ultimate elegant and classy inspiration 💕🌸

[@Kemly_]

That’s so true, I used to feel self conscious when I used to wear wigs. I only do clips ins or braids now

[@OctaviaB]

Right! Idk what it is

[@yahainHotPink]

I love hair talk from Black women. The only time I enjoy hair conversations is with my people. Few conversations with other people makes me feel like I'm not a spectacle.

[@Belinda_Love]

❤❤❤ I've always loved your natural hair. I'm so sorry you had to suffer through this in silence. You've been so graceful this whole time. You are beautiful, with your hair natural, extensions, short, long, in between...still gorgeous ❤

[@OctaviaB]

Thank you! It was tough but made it through & ready to share

[@Ndayakabuya]

I am also on a healthy relaxed hair journey. Right now, I am 4 months post relaxed, trying to push it until 6 months but I am sure in may I will need some retouches because I want to have a sew in for a few weeks and then braids again because I am going on vacation. I want my front hair also to be at the same length as the rest of my hair. Sincerely, I see the improvement on your hair. You are on the right path, at the end of this year you will see a big difference.

[@OctaviaB]

Thank you!

[@NoaPenda]

The way your beauty shows in this video is wow👌❤️

[@OctaviaB]

Aww thank you 😊

[@ntombihadebe4822]

I think wearing it out without clip in looks clean girl your face shape can pull of short hair. ❤❤❤ and your brows look great, I have bushy full eyebrow always been afraid to get them done but now I'm convinced it will be a great idea to look put together every morning

[@its_Neyah]

Did the big chop last summer and now growing it out and it’s so freeing 👏🏾✨

[@Dayiiz93]

Octaviiiiaaa thank you so much for posting this video! I really missed this content. Excited for your hair journey! Thank you for sharing and showing us your raw self, I’m pretty sure I could be hard. ❤❤❤

[@niab.3600]

You ARE beautiful! Your hair styled short reminds me of Nia Long! It's giving 90s r&b IT GIRL ❤

[@OctaviaB]

Aw thank you!

[@LetThereBeLight1111]

Love it, congrats on nursing your hair back to health. You look beautiful

[@OctaviaB]

Thank you ❤️

[@miag6211]

Your hair looks nice and healthy. I hope it makes you happy because as black women our hair is our glory and crown.

[@OctaviaB]

It does because it’s healthy

[@akeishawells1250]

Right on time… my hair is really going through it and I’m in the process of trying to grow it back now.

[@OctaviaB]

Hope this helps or at least gives you the motivation you need

[@0tismadaline]

Nice Update ❤and glad you listened to your hair😊

[@OctaviaB]

Thank you!! 😊

[@jreteeksjreteeks8868]

I went natural during COVID for the first time. 4C hair needs to be taken care in a salon for most people. I tried following KZbin tutorials and that shit did not work for me. Let the professionals do it. Your hair look amazing by the way.

[@OctaviaB]

Yes agreed! I need a professional

[@blurryinterests]

4C hair does not need to be taken care of in a salon for most people because its 4c. Its probably because they don't have patience or skill. I didn't go to a salon until years into my natural hair journeY and my hair was thriving

[@jreteeksjreteeks8868]

@@blurryinterests Good for you. I work 12 hour days in a professional settings and workout hard on my one off day. I don’t have the time to be detangling my hair for hours, when I want to be out living my life. I am much more comfortable with a professional doing my hair while I enjoy listening to music or reading a book while getting it done. Everyone should do what makes them happy and that makes me extremely happy.

[@blurryinterests]

@@jreteeksjreteeks8868 Thanks for explaining yourself, also sorry that it takes you hours to detangle I can understand why you would prefer a professional given your schedule and preferences.

[@ev6564]

4c does not need professional hair stylists or hours to detangle😭 But I understand wanting a professional if it's quicker and less stressful!

[@JasmineFloress]

Surprisingly products that I expect to work with my hair “black hair care”, black owned, etc. has not worked for me. I’ve lost hair and have not been able to retain length. I’ve purchased full black hair care systems, thinking I shouldn’t mix brands. I would still have detangling struggles and breakage. I opted to religiously go to a salon and that is a journey In itself. I am Currently relaxed and winging it for now, natural hair was thick and coarse. In my opinion some products are not for all hair types, as advertised. Best example, everything weighed my hair down and stiffened my hair during straightening, then I discovered Paul Mitchell humidity defying serum.

[@Torieollivette]

Rosemary oil made my hair fall out, mielle oil was the one that done it. I did the big chop as well. Braids has been my protective style with tea tree oil and leave in conditioner. ❤❤

[@OctaviaB]

Omg!!! That’s the one I used too but didn’t want to say because it’s hard to know for sure you know but that oil 👀

[@Torieollivette]

@@OctaviaB Oh yes, I definitely understand. I went back to my stables like pure Jamaican castor oil, it’s a 10 leave in, Paul Mitchell skinny serum, and tea tree oil if I wear a sew in or braids. shampoo and conditioner tea tree collection from Paul Mitchell. My hair is back thriving 🩶 Thank you for lovely channel.

[@_KrystalAlexis]

I use that oil and never had the issue.

[@Torieollivette]

@@_KrystalAlexis That’s great, everyone hair and allergies are very different. ❤

[@moniquedesi]

Now I’m side-eyeing my bottle of Mielle oil 😭🫢

[@miag6211]

We have the old Octavia back that he found a throwback Octavia. I love it so pretty.❤❤❤❤❤

[@OctaviaB]

Thank you!! Haha

[@Dee038]

So glad that your hair is happier now and your eyebrows are coming through!! I experienced two years of hair loss, did another big chop and incorporated Aphogee protein treatments and now with K18!! I am a “no” for wigs or anything that makes me look older than I am and choose beautiful head wraps instead! 💕

[@OctaviaB]

Happy for you!

[@Thtisha22234]

This sounds time ccc alopecia. I experienced this but worst. I went to the dermatologist and the problem is reversing. Thank Gawd

[@OctaviaB]

Happy for you!!

[@jamaicanbsnrn]

I’m ready to just bald off my hair but my head shape nah guh mek it 🥴

[@OctaviaB]

lol stoppppooo

[@latoyajones8463]

Wow Octavia. I am going through something similar after having my son 6 months ago. My hair is thinning due to post partum and I’m just so confused and unsure how to manage it rn. I got a wig for the first time only to find out that I am NOT a wig girlie. Like I kept shifting it and just felt uncomfortable. I am currently wearing a slick back ponytail until mid May when I get a sew in. I want knotless braids but my edges are thin. This season is so foreign to me. Nevertheless, there could be more worse things. But thank u for sharing and being transparent. I personally appreciate it and we will get through this! 😊

[@OctaviaB]

Aw sorry to hear but I’m happy you’re trying your very best at figuring out a solution & trying to find a style that works for you ❤️❤️

[@theresascott9091]

❤ Love seeing same hair products I use. Design Essentials also has Almond Butter Express Instant Moisturizing Conditioner. Leaves hair baby soft.

[@alexiscf1384]

My natural hair was suffering for a long time and I was so tempted to get a relaxed, but I learned about texture release. It has changed my life! My hair looks so straight and silky like I have a relaxer, but my curls will return in 6-8 weeks with consistent washes. It gives me the best of both worlds.

[@GlowandGrow_]

Hi there, Which texture release do you use?

[@Zairemom]

You are just so stunning 😍

[@OctaviaB]

❤️❤️❤️

[@Ghost-ch6ik]

Iron deficiency anemia can also cause your hair to fall out.

[@OctaviaB]

Both of which I have so iron is a must but I think it was stress & the chemicals

[@waffiyyahm]

Your hair looks great! Thank you for sharing your journey with us ❤❤

[@OctaviaB]

You are so welcome!

[@Simplelivingslowliving]

Could it be pcos causing your acne and hair loss? Have you ever looked into it ?

[@OctaviaB]

I did… dermatologist said traction alopecia

[@libfuzzy4629]

I think that being heat trained is better than getting a relaxer

[@nancy_onyao]

I remember the relaxed hair content days😊❤

[@brittanymilgan]

It's probably the tension of wearing u part wigs. I had that same point of thinning out with the u part wig

[@DarleneWilliams-oj6ru]

So are you going to relax your hair once or twice a year and then do silk presses in between?

[@Angela27red]

Girl thank you for making this video. in the beginning of the video - what was your lip combo?

[@OctaviaB]

Mac chestnut liner + Ami Cole lip oil in excellence

[@MsMadison24]

@octaviab how is the chemical peel going ? Was waiting on your update before doing mine as i'm dark skinned and kinda scared to do it.

[@OctaviaB]

Idk why but after the peel I broke out sooooo much - idk if it’s related but

[@kenyajohn-romakhin9930]

Wow O! I feel like ur back to the 2021 Octavia. So proud of you. Love these hair videos. All you need now is the red nails !!

[@OctaviaB]

Haha omg so true

[@ayak6317]

Try a texture release way healthier and gives relaxed look

[@OctaviaB]

Maybe when it grows out but now I’ll just transitioned and straighten and the hotter months I’ll just do braid outs or something

[@zerne1]

Well hunny after you relaxed it of course the silk press is gonna look like a relaxer 😂😂😂. I love the video same exact situation sis natural with the middle breaking off... But I get it. Realx it once or twice per year then silk press the rest.

[@keziakandii]

Im also struggling with wearing wigs confidently. I want sew ins but leave outs ruin my hair so I might look for kinky curly sew ins. How do you keep your hair moisturized underneath the bundles?

[@IngaSTV]

Happy for you and your hair. I really thought you were wearing a perm. Keep taking care of it😊

[@OctaviaB]

Thank you! I’ll try to continue taking care of it

[@louisefisher641]

Stunning!

[@OctaviaB]

Tysm!

[@blondewins]

Just WOW 🤍🤍🖤🖤🖤🖤

[@OctaviaB]

❤️❤️❤️

[@blondewins]

@@OctaviaB ❤️

[@kaizamartinez2827]

I'm glad your feeling more confident. I love that for you. What was that lip combo you were wearing in the beginning of the video. Very pretty

[@OctaviaB]

Chestnut liner by MAC with Ami Cole lip oil in excellence

[@breelynn810]

Octavia you look amazing! I love your eyebrows. Love hair videos. Take care ❤

[@OctaviaB]

Thank you so much!!

[@chrisjone7555]

You are very pretty and can wear any style but I love short sleek bobs on you.

[@jessicafianko]

Hiiii Octavia Happy Tuesday Loved today's video Love love the short hair 😍 🤍

[@OctaviaB]

Thank you!

[@beingdorothy2057]

I love the length and this short hair suits you 😊

[@skindippedingold]

You look Gorgeous! I’ve had similar issues with Rosemary oil. It made my scalp itchy and inflamed along with hair loss. Maybe it’s an allergy.

[@OctaviaB]

Omg! Same esp the mielle oil

[@skindippedingold]

Yup I used the Mielle Rosemary oil line too😩

[@MillenialKay]

Looking gorgeous 😍 👌

[@OctaviaB]

Thank you 😊

[@dollyrevenge98]

As a black woman if you prefer to wear your hair straight you’ll forever be on a “hair journey” I personally gave up and now growing my natural hair as long as it can get to allow me to style without heat.

[@OctaviaB]

Love that for you

[@FlorencePhilip-Andrews]

I thank God for getting through to your KZbin channel. You are an inspiration ❤

[@OctaviaB]

Thank you so much!

[@liyanibernier5720]

Beautiful woman many young ladies should be inspired by you Love your classy and elegance ❤ gorgeous woman ❤ Thank you Olivia ❤

[@OctaviaB]

Thank you!

[@VBoo459]

I feel you Octavia sometimes I feel like we go through the same things at the same time. I also cut my hair off after microlinks (which thinned my hair), then I got a Japanese straightening (I’m NOT big chopping, just left it grow out and get trims). Now, I’ve been doing weave + crochet (no leave out) with wigs (I also HATE wigs) in between (and only finger detangling) and just left my hair alone and it’s growing, not falling out and thickening.

[@OctaviaB]

Yay! Happy you’re hair is growing in beautifully ✨🤍

[@dreamAngelXO]

you look gorgeous! love your hair. I'm so sorry you had to suffer through this in silence but always protect your peace. Here for the journey

[@OctaviaB]

Haha thank you 😊

[@loisaekong]

I personally do not like wigs at all, I dont feel confident in them; So i totally relate to you. But, I have a love and hate relationship with braids. But, I dont want to have to do my hair every morning. Sigh. The hairstyle does look good on you.

[@OctaviaB]

Thank you love! Yes it’s such struggle with finding the right styles but I always say do what works for you

[@megansimmons2871]

I’ve been experiencing the same issue with extreme hair breakage and recently just cut my hair into a pixie. This will be a restart for me

[@OctaviaB]

Good luck on your journey! Takes a while but be patient, it’ll grow back fuller and healthier

[@SachaBloom]

Love a good hair video ❤. I'm so happy that you've been able to recover. Once your hair is not at its best,it affects you. Welcome back 😊. Upward from here

[@OctaviaB]

Agreed!! Thank you 😊

[@tiwanawalters2282]

Hey love, have you ever considered hair Botox or keratin treatments, so you can get the straight & natural when needed?

[@OctaviaB]

No I’ve never tried it but I’ll look into it

[@coffeewednesday553]

oils should only be applied to seal in moisture/water, applying oil directly to dry hair is a recipe for breakage

[@OctaviaB]

So true! I’m learning this now

[@SNVee]

I am tempted to embark on this journey as well ... Thank you for the hair clip tutorial, definitely something i would enjoy ❤ especially since i can switch up whenever

[@OctaviaB]

Yes! It’s an amazing option

[@cicilewis2043]

Thank you so much for this hair video, needed that especially the vegamor products. Since pandemic my hair broke off like crazy and I been depressed about it but want to get it together.

[@OctaviaB]

Aw sorry to hear! I know the feeling of hair loss / thinning and various issues and definitely can relate to the depressed feeling as a result but if you can visit a dermatologist so you can get to the root of the problem and start making changes to better your hair

[@ambermckenna2929]

✨✨✨

[@xenosxable]

I love your sit-down-videos! ❤️

[@OctaviaB]

Thank you!

[@bitokay147]

People please look into massaging the head daily the blood flow, no stress!!!! and omega fatty acids, you can do makarel in a can or supplements but it has made such a change in my life for my hair health.

[@coffeewednesday553]

your short natural hair looked pretty

[@OctaviaB]

Thank you 😊

[@coffeewednesday553]

@@OctaviaB I think you should work on your confidence. Your curls were popping and you have the oergwvr face shake for short natural hair

[@bitokay147]

Hair journaling is key, I left wigs during the pandemic and invested in a hairstylist not any hairstylist i did research I test diferrent salons and journaled on my hair and diet. I have grown my hair past shoulder length never has happened. I now maintain my hair at home but those 2 years were worth the investment. I would love to wear a wig but the fact that i dont need to and now have all the tips from my stylist and my journal I know the triggers

[@c.nicole.n]

😍🖤🤍🖤🤍🖤🤍🖤🤩 The sleek ponytail turned out beautifully. Loving the grow out with the middle part too. 😘

[@precioustoya724]

In the beginning of the video, you were giving Jill Marie Jones vibes! You look like you could be related to her…🖤

[@charmcharles_1]

Hey @Octavia - Been following you from the beginning #5years plus. Keep up the good work 👏🏾 Hair & Make Up Always on point 🫶🏽🇬🇧🇯🇲

[@BiloSings]

Okay what are the odds that I was thinking of going natural and saw this

[@OctaviaB]

Haha Fate ✨

[@leshawndamorris8557]

I love your short natural look from the reel. Literally perfect for your face.

[@OctaviaB]

Oh thank you!

[@petitec]

I enjoyed this video

[@NoaPenda]

What lip gloss are you wearing here?

[@OctaviaB]

Ami Cole lip oil in excellence

[@shikita007]

I feel like I need an updated makeup routine.

[@OctaviaB]

lol 😂 me too

[@dsham5971]

Hi do you mind sharing the name of the hair streamer please?

[@OctaviaB]

Just search dryer attachment for steaming or drying

[@miag6211]

First❤

[@HanaBeshah]

❤❤❤

[@OctaviaB]

❤️❤️❤️

[@miag6211]

Oh I love your French manicure did they do a good job ??

[@OctaviaB]

Yes! These are my real nails with a overlay and I love

[@miag6211]

@@OctaviaB nice. I have a French on my own nails as well and I love it. But I do have the gel polish

[@Abidjan-weekly]

Your hair styles are always so gorgeous

[@OctaviaB]

Thank you so much!!

[@dianejackson3627]

Looks Great with and without clip inns

[@nathalieolivianja-kwa8653]

Oh my God am the 1st 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 I’ll be back sweet P ❤❤❤❤ Oh wow… I never knew you felt that way about wearing wigs 😢 there I was telling you how scared I was to even contemplate the idea 💡 little did I know you were feeling the same. I am glad you got through it and now the hair is growing guuuurl. ❤❤❤❤ I had a flare out last year caused by my allergies girl my scalp was swollen so bad, my hair just felt off 😢😢😢 but I still have the option of getting a weave on. I used « Miele » for the growth. Are the patterns products really good ? I see them everywhere 😊 actually tomorrow like in less than 8 hours am having my hair done. From a short curly bob to long straight hair 😊. Always a pleasure to watch your vlogs ❤ have a nice evening am off to bed 🌹 it is 02:41 AM over here ❤

[@OctaviaB]

Yes! Wigs are great but always made me self conscious but best of luck with your hair appointment

[@lerato17mokoena]

❤️💯

[@pamleeify]

You need to start loving and accepting your hair the way it is, otherwise you’ll always find yourself on hair journeys to “fix” a deep routed issue that is more psychological than physical. Accept that your hair will never be the way you may want or aspires it to be, and it’s okej! It’s not that it’s “hard” to manage, it’s just that you haven’t accepted it for its natural state. So no amount of cutting, relaxing, wearing wigs will fix the psychological “biff” you have with your hair! Your hair is amazing and can do various of things, believe it as well 😌

[@gailwhite1788]

Thanks for sharing❤❤❤

[@OctaviaB]

❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@tiondramarkwell4926]

OG Octavia is back with the clip ins and I love it!

[@barbaragillus2180]

Super cute❤

[@OctaviaB]

❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@DarleneWilliams-oj6ru]

What relaxer do you use?

[@Jeanette-iw8un]

How many videos hv I missed? Sis got her a thickemz face now, or is it just mi?

[@molife1991]

Clip in link??

[@OctaviaB]

In bio ❤️

[@MirleneFevrier]

💚💜💚💜💚

[@OctaviaB]

❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@TM-nb9zf]

I always say black women will eventually see the benefits of being natural. Our hair is happy when it's not super manipulated. Loc it sis

[@OctaviaB]

Loc 👀 no thanks

[@otiswitherspoon314]

Otavia B your hair and makeup is on point 😁♥️💐

[@OctaviaB]

Thank you

[@kbrown4736]

i love this makeup look 😍

[@t.t.2550]

You'd be breathtaking and elegant with a short kinked fro. I think that's what your hair is trying to tell you.

[@OctaviaB]

My hair can say whatever it wants lol but I’m going to do what works for me but hopefully I’ll find someone in my hair to help me take care of my curls when they grow in because I don’t do a great job.

[@t.t.2550]

You’re beautiful and great representation for black women regardless!

[@shephat69]

Wheres the link for the blow dryer? Is that a dyson??

[@OctaviaB]

Yes a Dyson

[@naturallycinderellaa]

Omg I love this video ❤❤❤