HOW TO GROW LONG HAIR WITH BRAIDS | Protective Style Maintenance To Stimulate Hair Growth

In this video I'm sharing my personal tips for stimulating healthy hair growth while wearing #PROTECTIVESTYLES
Check out my previous video for the full tutorial on this look + demo on my night time routine.
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[@helenejwilson]

I put essential oils (peppermint, tea tree and rosemary) in my oils and my scalp feels amazing. I look forward to oiling my scalp. I smell like the woods 😂 but it feels great! 🤣

[@alexisprince596]

“I smell like the woods”🤣🤣🤣

[@twill1007]

Not the woods 🤣😂

[@indigobeauty1]

🤣 The woods...I love How nature smells so yr good. Peppermint is Amazing for hair. I'm about to experiment with Lavender, Peppermint Essential oils in Jojoba Oil. So Excited! 💛

[@kapparhotau181]

Wood 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@brownsugar3335]

I love nature. Makes me feel grounded. It definitely feels great on the scalp!! Something about less is more. Just the essentials= Happy Natural ☺️

[@User-jd9ut]

I’m currently 8 months into my transition and it’s been braids and cornrows that have really helped me!

[@tional97]

I wish I knew more about protective styling when I was transitioning 🤣 I never would’ve big chopped if I did 😭

[@nijhaw2118]

Same here protective styling has grew soo much when I do protective styles I get the spray leave In’s sealing oils and scalp massages and always use a bonnet

[@Nikky10000]

@@nijhaw2118 how long do you leave your braids in?

[@nijhaw2118]

@@Nikky10000 usually a month with box braids with regular washing

[@Nikky10000]

@@nijhaw2118 washing every 2 weeks? Using what? Also thank u so much for advice

[@vee3133]

On the 9th I'll be on week 4 of having my crochet braids in and my new growth is crazy. I plan on leaving them for another month. I spray my scalp with warm to hot water than apply my ayurvedic growth oil that way my pores are open receiving all the goodness. I do this 2-3 times a week. My hair is growing fast. I love it

[@kamilahgamble09]

Yay thank you for sharing!!!

[@vee3133]

@@kamilahgamble09 your welcome

[@charitynyawech3372]

What’s in your Ayurvedic oil???

[@vee3133]

@@charitynyawech3372 coconut oil, grapeseed oil, almond oil, avocado oil, apricot oil, mango butter, fenugreek seeds, dried minced onion, alma, hibiscus, bhrami, bhringraj, neem, aloe vera powders. Olive oil will work great too if your hair doesn't like coconut oil. Ground coffee is also good to add.

[@asmrbae8143]

@@vee3133 wow a lot of oils😅❤️

[@millionairemae]

I always experience dry scalp when protective styling so I’m definitely tuning in

[@FinallyAmber]

hope this helps boo!

[@yolo-vl4wz]

I love your pfp

[@mariamdiakite513]

Me too any update? I’m still struggling

[@Tinnyyyy]

Oil it more! And use a spray bottle with water and essential oils

[@Niabiafoefia]

I’m loving these braids on you 😍

[@jasminestaley1211]

That intro had me hype tho 💃🏽

[@noelanigreen939]

right I started dancing 😭

[@vanessadestinoble5115]

rightt !!

[@daniellescott698]

This is really helpful for me at the moment. I’m natural I transitioned 3 years ago. I recently got some box braids for the 1st time ever. I’m like oh my why haven’t I gotten these before. I’m inlove.

[@latiececonway4956]

So is no one gonna talk about how fn gorgeous she is? Like dang! skin hair eyes teeth wtf.... 😍🔥🔥 u go girl

[@DLuc662]

When she started coughing and the Diane gif popped up 😂😂😂 Great tips!!

[@FinallyAmber]

🤣🤣❤️

[@TheJaszyNurse]

Starting my braids in the morning! This was right on time!

[@FinallyAmber]

Perfect! 🙌🏾 Look at Gawd! lol

[@sabrinaalston1243]

@@FinallyAmber GOD❤

[@Blatino18]

Chea! AU CUZ!! I was always waitin til my hair dried out b4 I reapplied moisture. THANKS for that!

[@ShaiFowler]

I just noticed my hair tends to do better when I have smaller twists/braids because they are lightweight on my strands compared to bigger ones

[@rebeccabutler4010]

What’s up cousin.? Glad you’re back with another video. Your braids still look amazing. Your content is always helpful and very informative. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@FinallyAmber]

I appreciate that 🌻🙏🏾

[@tional97]

Thanks for the tips! I’ve been following you on IG for maybe two months now but I’m new to your channel and you made me realize I was doing some of these steps, but I was doing them out of order! Glad I watched this 😅

[@Cillaevey]

I dropped everything i was doing and tried these steps. My head now feels amazing! Thanks!

[@FinallyAmber]

Great to hear! ❤️❤️

[@MeTheseCurls]

The struggle trying to upload this was well worth it. Thanks for gracing us with your presence 🤎

[@FinallyAmber]

My pleasure!! Thanks for watching!!

[@dineskamczeal7388]

Hi Amber! I'm a new cousin! I JUST installed new box braids Friday! So, I'll definitely try these techniques! Your advice is very timely and helpful! Thank you much!

[@FinallyAmber]

Yay! Thank you! Hey new cousin! 🌻

[@tlinton84]

Amber... this lippy and top color look phenomenal on you. You are looking so gorgeous!

[@FinallyAmber]

Thank you so much 🙂

[@ebonimckenzie3770]

Right on time! Just got my braids Saturday 🙌🏾

[@FinallyAmber]

Perfect! 🌻

[@debwright3190]

👍🏽👍🏽very informative video. Thank you! Especially about the difference between oils and moisturizers.✊🏽✊🏽

[@consytoribio9864]

Great video cousin! Im getting some box braids installed in a few weeks so this was helpful :) Thank you for mentioning my oil

[@FinallyAmber]

Any time ❤️ I'm def in need of a re-up too! My hair loves it and I also started using it for pre-poos/hot oil treatments... BOMB!

[@jordavddm9731]

She's so pretty 🦋 thank you for the tips

[@famousnaeshaa9647]

Thank you my hair is very long now. I have had these boy braids in for 1 week!

[@verejey55]

I just installed crochet box braids tonight. My hands are hurting. Checking the tips . Thank you

[@FinallyAmber]

You got this!

[@michellefrazier3288]

Awesome tips!!

[@christineruff9598]

Hey Amber, thanks for the information. I Love your hair. ❤

[@FinallyAmber]

Thank you!! You're so welcome!

[@neeciiw7840]

This is the perfect video for me, I’m getting braids done tomorrow 💁🏾‍♀️💃🏾

[@MissMissy22]

Me too!

[@FinallyAmber]

Perfect!

[@LatashaChanel]

Thanks for the tips. I’m installing some braids myself soon.

[@FinallyAmber]

perfect!

[@yvonnechinuwa1161]

This is really helpful. Thank you

[@hlupekirebanda892]

This process works wonders

[@jojosmom8819]

I actually love braids in the winter, my own personal winter hair hat😂... I'm trying to figure out if I should do braids like this or faux locs. I haven't had this look in a while so I think I may go for this...

[@tianyamoore861]

Girl I just found your channel with this video, clicked the video heard the intro music and subscribed! 💃🏾💃🏾💃🏾

[@TBELLA26_]

Welcome back cuzzin!! Great tips!! ☺❤🌻

[@FinallyAmber]

Thank you!!

[@TBELLA26_]

@@FinallyAmber You're welcome!!😊❤

[@NaturallyFearless]

Cousin is back!!!! ♥️♥️♥️

[@FinallyAmber]

Like I never left! ❤️

[@sophiahaynes5119]

Thanks for sharing hun 👏🏽

[@mypossesonbroadway4369]

Hey Cousin.....💕💕 You are glowing Girl!

[@FinallyAmber]

Thank you! 🤗

[@curtricelockhart7836]

Yayy, u got it up! 🗣 Heyyyy cuzzin!!!

[@FinallyAmber]

HEY CUZ!

[@naturallylisag]

Hello cousin! Thanks for the tips.

[@FinallyAmber]

You bet!

[@niya1683]

aye i am a 2000's kid and that INtro SONG has me HYPE 🥰

[@FinallyAmber]

🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾💕

[@patriciabaird9133]

Thanks so much for this video cuz

[@Kazz_03]

I pretty much never protective style these days but still watching to support our cousin!

[@queendjames8699]

Great tips! Thanks

[@FinallyAmber]

You bet!

[@FinallyAmber]

If you follow me on IG and watch my daily stories then you know this video gave me HELL! I ended up haven’t to take ALL the titles and words out in order for it to upload. 😒 my video feels so NAKED without the titles 😩😂 Anyway... I’ve MISSED you guys! Again, if you follow me on IG or Twitter, you know what’s up. LOVE YALL! Make sure you’re taking care of yourselves, EDUCATING yourselves and FIGHTING THE FVCKING SYSTEM!!! ✊🏾✊🏾🌻

[@jn4l962]

Wassup first time watching it n I love your tips Bc I do hair plus my own n is building to be my own boss aka hairstylist

[@1LocWonder]

Yayyyy, it uploaded 😄

[@FinallyAmber]

Yess chile. Finally 😩🤣 Hope you enjoyed it! 🌻

[@patriciaallen6241]

Fantastic tips…. Thanks

[@FawnShea]

Hayy Cousinnn ❤

[@LadyAnut]

Hi I just found this video and I know I’m super late but loved this video! Broke my wrist last September and honestly I wore some kind of protective style for the whole year for the most part and currently giving my natural Hair a break , ima try to leave it out for at least a month or two and then putting some braids Back in there 😂😂

[@TomorrowMims]

Hey Amber! Hope all is well with you ❤ I braided my hair yesterday. You: don't put your hair in a bun too early.... me: taking my bun out 😂😂 Great tips though ❤

[@FinallyAmber]

🤣🤣🙌🏾 Yes! Take that bun out boo!

[@kapparhotau181]

I did a half up half down. But the part up is very loose. I used one SwirlyCurly Snappe and I didnt even loop it so it is very loose. Is that ok? Becuz my hair needs to be out of the way when I go to the restroom

[@mariahdaqueen4740]

Needed this

[@kayevabella]

love your eyebrows sis!

[@kapparhotau181]

I havent done my brows in a year. Time to get cracking 🤦🏾‍♀️🤦🏾‍♀️🤦🏾‍♀️🤣🤣🤣

[@juliehare1134]

Hey cousin, just came across your video. Great tips

[@janiceparker67]

Was up girl welcome back, looking fabulous, about to do a take down of my box braids whats your tips on this, 🥰💕🥰💕🥰

[@smtl4428]

So after seeing the video I’m a cousin . Love your transparency ❤️❤️❤️ so Currently I Have box braids in and I’ve been spraying my scalp and braids with Fenugreek seeds and black seed soaked in aloe Vera juice and the oil I use is my Ayurvedic Hair Growth Elixir and then I use a grease mixture ( sulphur 8, doo gro, Wild Growth Oil, JBCO and virgin hair fertilizer) then I cover with a Satin bonnet. After 3 weeks I’ve got 1” of Growth 💁🏾‍♀️ oh and I wash my hair with Shikakai & Aritha soaked in rosemary leaves.

[@lisasmith3594]

I use the sulfur 8 concoction too

[@JustJoia]

What’s up Cousin!!!! Good tips...

[@FinallyAmber]

Hey hey! Thanks cuz!

[@hanetfoster3511]

Thanks for sharing

[@sheliaowusu5652]

I think you are absolutely beautiful. Beautiful tone

[@lashawn711]

Hey cousin!! This is exactly what I need. I brought some hair like two weeks ago 😒 Not if I could only sit down and actually install the braids.

[@FinallyAmber]

You got this!

[@mightystrong5484]

Hey cousin 😘 so glad to see you.l can't do with out my moisture spray bottle lol.but right now I'm sporting mini twist and I do all of this except steaming but I know now to moisture B4 oiling 😉 TFS 🌺 stay safe and well 🙏🏼

[@FinallyAmber]

Yesss that little tip of making sure you add moisture before you oil will change the game! 🙌🏾

[@mightystrong5484]

@@FinallyAmber l did it and it does my head feels lighter too ,if that makes sense 🤷🏽‍♀️🤣🤣 thank you♥️

[@danahudson1352]

Thk U 4 sharing & thumbs up on video.😀

[@FinallyAmber]

Thanks for liking!

[@shinew8974]

Hey cousin... Happy Sunday. I clicked super fast.

[@FinallyAmber]

Hey hey! hope you enjoyed cuz!

[@shinew8974]

@@FinallyAmber I did thanks. Just relaxed.

[@ashleyarrington3054]

Thanks 👸🏽

[@raquelparrish693]

What’s up cousin I’m thinking about doing a protective style lol. So thanks for the tips. Didn’t know that about adding your favorite conditioner with water and oil. I’ll be sure to incorporate that even when my hair is in ponytail etc. have a lovely day cuz

[@FinallyAmber]

No problem!! I hope it helps!

[@janasiamassie9412]

Gurl thx my hair is all the way to my butt love u cousin ❤️❤️❤️

[@Mac.Lowrey]

Missed this quality content cousin 💜

[@FinallyAmber]

❤️❤️❤️

[@scrubz.n.squatz2495]

Miracle drops

[@anissa8119]

Pretty girl! I missed you :)

[@FinallyAmber]

Aww Thank you!! 😊Good to be back and be seen! ❤️

[@marissab.3098]

Heyyy Cousinnnnnn

[@alib180]

What’s up what’s up what’s up what’s up cuzzinnnnn! 😊❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@FinallyAmber]

💃🏾💃🏾💃🏾

[@moonhoneymami]

Thank you for this video beautiful can you suggest an alt to a water based product? Water makes my braids frizzy

[@maryfutch5215]

As usual...beautiful 😍 😘

[@FinallyAmber]

Thank you so much 😀

[@joycewoodson3054]

What's up cousin!

[@Boujieboss]

Braided my hair yesterday ..

[@lisathomas2486]

Hey cuz amber have tried girl and hair products its made for protective styling. I found out about it from faye in the city.

[@twill1007]

I love Faye, I went to Target to purchase the Girl + Hair, but that location no longer carries it. I wasn’t too upset though, because that price really ain’t what I do lol

[@FinallyAmber]

I haven't tried that brand yet but I've heard good things so I'll def stay on the look out for it when I'm out shopping!

[@kapparhotau181]

Is Rose Water considered a moisturizing spray?

[@Stephanie-vt2kl]

I'm 14 and I've decided to go natural without the big chop my hair has been growing recently and I just want to be able to do it better. I've stopped relaxing my hair for maybe more than 3 years or so my hair is currently just above my shoulders. My hair is very thin and I hate it I don't have the right products and I'm working on getting the proper products. For my hair I'm ready for my hair journey

[@simplyyanna7457]

hey! any updates?

[@ponygirl1115]

Updates

[@Stephanie-vt2kl]

Updates for people my hair is now passed my shoulders and very long and not so thick but like medium I didn’t do a BIG CHOP I let my hair grow by taking care of it and I will cut off the relaxed bits I’m very happy ask me if u want to ask any questions 😘

[@sumayaxirsi3851]

Hey cousin how often do we have to do this routine with plaits in? xx

[@candiappleblack]

🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻

[@sky-nt9ic]

I've braided my hair for a 7 months. Planning to remove it in January...

[@Kiki-AndBeyond]

How often are you redoing your braids?

[@ib961]

Update?

[@shari-leedavis1576]

I currently have in knotless braids and I kinda regret not moisturizing my hair before the installation and the stylist used heat so my hair is dry af 😭

[@FinallyAmber]

😩😩 I would be annoyed too! But the good news is you can still moisturize your hair while in the braids! Don't get discouraged! You got this! 🙌🏾

[@nadinesmith8034]

Hi cuz I'm new. Wow fantastic tips can you show/advise me how to do edge's I'm trying to wear braids and edges are weak. My hair is like a 4a no gels seem to work 😭end up with afro halo every time 🤪

[@FinallyAmber]

Hi cousin! Check my channel. I have a few videos on my edges, actually 👌🏾🌻

[@gericabattle6011]

Your birads look good

[@ericjohnson7771]

My hair was just a length I wanted it until I cut it and now I'm not satisfied with it what should I do?😭🤔🤔

[@angeliclex88]

that GIF tho 🤣

[@ilaisicxza5266]

I don't know why that cough was so funny to me maybe it was how you curled your fingers like you were smoking a blunt lmao

[@zachsmith5766]

I subscribed months ago but I have not seen any of your videos in my sub box or recommended for some reason

[@janaybozeman9834]

How can i make a diy moisture spray?

[@marianb2530]

Thanks for the tips...do you clean or wash your braids? Or do you just wear them until it is time to take them down? The reason I ask is due to the frizz when I wash them. I prefer grease on my scalp, so do I just re-moisturize then seal? Or should I wash out due to the build up of grease?

[@FinallyAmber]

I personally don't wash my braids unless I've swam in ocean water or a swimming pool between installations. Dry shampoo works well for light build up on braids if it's something you're concerned about but I personally use grease about once a week too and I don't experience any issues ❤️

[@marianb2530]

@@FinallyAmber Thank you for your reply. I have tried using ACV awhile back, when I was experiencing very dry scalp, and it did not work out well. Perhaps I did not use it correctly b/c my ACV rinse out works great! I have less dandruff, but my scalp is a little itchy from products...I am okay. It is not intense. I may dilute my Dr. Bronner's peppermint soap and spray on my scalp.

[@babyfacesavagesub7008]

Should i spray water on my scalp everyday (with braids)?

[@FinallyAmber]

I wouldnt say every day. Just as needed. In the video I think I said something like “every other day” but honestly only you know your hair so you kind of have to gauge it for yourself 👌🏾

[@slickaces3553]

How do u protect ur edges from being affected

[@twill1007]

Be sure you’re braids are not installed too tightly, every single strand of your edges doesn’t need to be braided, don’t pull them up or back too soon after getting them done and when you start styling them up or back, don’t do it the same direction a lot. Keep your edges moisturized. Sleep with a silk or satin scarf to keep your braids in place rather than pulling and all over the place. Hope this helps

[@Gabe_Cross]

I had a question. I have been wearing braids for years constantly with the only time I take them down being when I am washing it before getting my hair rebraided the next day. The braids or not tight or anything. Is it okay to do that, or should I leave my hair unbraided for a couple of weeks before getting it rebraided?

[@rhodacm97]

After you take down your Braids you should take a break for 1-2 weeks before you rebraid your hair again. It is not good to rebraid your hair directly after you take the Braids down. Because it is not healthy for your scalp, strains the hair and is also a pressure on the hair.

[@Gabe_Cross]

@@rhodacm97 Thank you for the reply. it is quite interesting that I have not heard anyone mention this. It was something I just started to become curious with. That has me wondering, though. What about people with what some call dreadlocks? Those are permanent, are they not?

[@rhodacm97]

@@Gabe_Cross You welcome. I actually do not know about that,how they do that. I never had Dreadlocks on me. Maybe on KZbin their is a Video about that 🤷🏾‍♀️

[@sayitloudblcknproud]

@@Gabe_Cross Dreadlocks are not being taken down and reinstalled throughout the year. They grow directly out of the scalp so there's very little manipulation, pulling and tugging at the scalp. Braids are completely different!

[@Gabe_Cross]

@@sayitloudblcknproud True, they are different, but they are similar in some ways. They both have “locks” in which hair strands are grouped together. It is true that locks are not taken down, but hair is still being grouped together for dreadlocks each time new hair has grown a certain length. While locks win out in number of times the hair is manipulated, one thing about locks I feel is more of a concern is the possibility to apply more of a constant strain to the scalp. With locks, they usually hang from the scalp from a smaller surface area, while braids usually lay along the scalp for the most part.

[@jesseicalugo2876]

What is the spray you are using?

[@FinallyAmber]

African Pride Braid Spray

[@briannawoodard8546]

Hey Cousin!!!!

[@FinallyAmber]

Hey cuz! Thanks for watching!

[@hawaiianBombshell]

*🌹Your teeth are beautiful. No matter what I do mine stay an off white color 🥴*

[@kapparhotau181]

Get a professional whitening treatment. My dentist said some ppl have a natural off white color just like natural hair color. Not all teeth are the same white but it's not a bad thing.

[@memejaja1626]

Charcoal toothpaste

[@oseisinnette2613]

Can you use pure butter as a sealant? Please reply anyone

[@goddessbih958]

Use mielle rosemary and biotin oil I noticed my hair grew so fast when I used it

[@gequeshmo]

God bless😐

[@FinallyAmber]

Bless your heart as well.

[@myrnaj4502]

🌻🤗🥰😘✔📝

[@portiamichellebwanali6153]

Hi stranger. Just wanted to let you know that Jesus loves you and so do I ❤✝️

[@shericalovexx7775]

4:00 video starts

[@FinallyAmber]

Video starts at 0:01 ❤️

[@shericalovexx7775]

@@FinallyAmber yes it does, but sometimes people would like to get to the Information that’s mentioned in the title. 🌝