How To Grow LONG HEALTHY RELAXED Hair!

[@edthebank4115]

I love that black woman are taking the time to learn how to grow and take care of their hair in any state they choose because they are queens and I'm sick of people assuming that they can't naturally grow long hair

[@ffi1001]

Edward Jemmott it’s not an assumption most dnt have long hair

[@spongebob8157]

@@ffi1001 Most u see on tv/the media? Because I know a lot of black females that have long hair. All the way down to their ass. So, BYE.

[@markysa4126]

Spongebob ayeee respect

[@cherisedavidson5933]

ffi1001 have you met every black woman in the world to validate that “most” you speak of?

[@RachealAkua]

Please Read :) : Yes relaxers can be dangerous if you misuse them just like a lot of things. The problem occurs when people allow the relaxer to sit for to long or use a strength that is too strong which causes burns and allows the sodium hydroxide (the active chemical) to penetrate the skin. As long as you follow instructions they are okay to use. Hair dye also isn't good for you, especially black hair dye. Should we all stop dyeing our hair too? Everyone already knows relaxers aren't the best thing for hair which is why I make sure to look after it. The assumption that relaxing hair is about self hate is nonsense If you genuinely want to inform me about the health risks (even though I already know) that's fine, but if you are coming to try and convince me to go "natural" then I don't wanna hear it. It's hair... cut it off it'll grow back, bleach it, dye it, whatever. This video is for people who have relaxed hair and want to retain length and keep it healthier. It is not up for people to force opinions on others. This whole Natural vs. Relaxed thing is ridiculous, the term "natural" even gets on my nerves. There are bigger problems in the world. The energy you use to criticise others can be put to better use. How about we fight for education or equal rights. Just saying, it's all love x

[@TracksTianna]

You tell'em girl. I love the natural hair movement that is going on right now, and I am glad more women are embracing it... but that does not mean they can yell at me because of my choice to keep my hair relaxed.

[@lalaland2199]

preach

[@weekendgirlsforever7954]

I remebered my first time getting a relaxer and ppl told me I would lose all my hair and it'll break and just every bad thing. They made me regret what I done. but my mom is a hair stylist and she took of my hair and made sure not to put heat in my hair too often. I am happy to say that my hair grew long and the ppl telling me all the horrible things were the ones saying:"Nice hair." "Omg ur hair is soo long" "is that your real hair?" Each hair type is different and just because when other ppl put perm in their hair and it doesn't work out, doesn't mean it won't work for other ppl. You need to take care of your hair. I have been doing this for two years and my hair is long. The whole "perm ruins ur hair." depends on how well you take care of your hair. Just like natural girls have to use products to maintain strong healthy hair, so do us perm girls and my hair has been better then ever. Don't get me wrong, when I got my perm it was never about wanting to have white girl hair. It's just that I ALWAYS loved straight hair. I look good and my hair is healthy. So stop the hate about perm hair. Only ppl who used perm and didn't take care of it correctly are mad. Then again, it isn't your hair.

[@classy_c88]

I totally respect you to the fullest thanks for message. I've been relaxed since I was 12. I've had 3 beauticians through my journey until I met the one who actually cared for my hair. So thank YOU, thank YOU, thank YOU! For posting your vid on KZbin " How to grow long and healthy RELAXED hair!" I've been looking for your type of channel for months now! I seriously subscribed to you immediately! :)

[@wealthempowered624]

And just for that, I am totally subscribing. thank you for that dose of reality hunny!! people need to understand that what YOU choose to do with your hair is YOUR business....and your business alone. i cant stand anyone telling me what to do with anything UNLESS i ASK for their help.

[@fluffyflo2602]

Where are all the natural ladies telling her to go natural. Can't say a damn thing because her hair is thick and healthy!!

[@RachealAkua]

Your comment made me laugh 😂😂

[@lalaland2199]

Exactly. and prob the same ones that have hair looking like spikes on a ball

[@nickizzlegardner1518]

i Think they say it to the people who perm their hair every month and use a lot of heat on their hair

[@boredaf4721]

lalaland2199 Spikes on a ball. Fam, I have relaxed hair, and let me tell you, that's just the way natural hair looks. Get out more 😂

[@andrearendel8523]

lalaland2199 That's just rude. You're the reason why relaxed girls are associated with "self-hate."

[@shonteldunston6299]

People act like it’s foreign to have healthy relaxed hair 🙄😂

[@safiyabunbury9097]

Factss

[@Tammy-SophisticatedGlamGurls]

lol lol

[@francescapowell1538]

You can’t ever have HEALTHY relaxed hair. That’s an oxymoron if ever I heard it. Relaxer BREAKS the bonds of your hair in order to achieve the straight feel and look desired. Thus something that is broken needs to be fixed, hence the high level of care one must take in order to stop excessive breakage that one gets because of the weakened state the hair is in. Relaxed hair can be well looked after, well maintained but never healthy. Simply because the science 🧪 behind the relaxer is designed to damage the hair to achieve its end.

[@castelinekennedy1912]

@@francescapowell1538 so does the sun, wind, heat, clothes, coloration... Some bonds are broken but that doesnt mean relaxed hair is automatically unhealthy... she is (or was) the proof....

[@francescapowell1538]

Casteline Kennedy Ok, well the sun damages your skin if you do not protect it and in some cases can lead to cancer.. just because skin looks tanned and pretty doesn’t mean it’s healthy. I could go on. However let’s stick to the hair. I can guarantee that relaxed hair is more unhealthy than even the worst kept natural hair simply by the process it took to get it straight in the first place. Here’s the science behind that or proof if you like : kzbin.info/www/bejne/ioTSmnuKh7hjotE please view up till the science part literally only a few seconds in. Now where’s the proof/science that even with all the lotions and potions in the world that relaxed hair is and will ever be truly healthy after that. There is nothing that can repair damaged ends except for cutting them off. There are serums that can smooth them but not reapir term and make that healthy again, so why would hair that has been treat aggressively with a harsh chemical placed upon it be healthy in the truest sense of the word “Healthy”.

[@denisharivers5908]

Thank you so much for being PRO-relaxer! I absolutely love the natural hair trend but it has brought a bad name to relaxers. I understand that relaxers have many chemicals, but just like color treatments you have to know how to take care of it. So thank you for being you, and showing girls to not be afraid of relaxers!!

[@RachealAkua]

Thank you! You just described exactly how I feel! I love the whole natural hair movement too, just don't like the relaxed hair bashing.

[@NoName-sp5dp]

California Dreamer relaxing is definitely the same thing as bleaching hait

[@kenieshapeoples]

I'm so glad you made this video, I'm not a fan of being natural. This just shows you ladies that you can have very healthy relaxed hair. Years ago, females were all for relaxers. Now they act like your hair is unhealthy if it's relaxed NO! Relaxed or natural if you don't properly take of your hair it will break off period. And all these females keep talking about natural is better and you should love your roots but most females don't even wear their natural hair. They cover it up with weave so... & TBH your hair is way longer than any female I've seen that's natural. No shade ! But keep doing you love. You hair is FUCKING BEAUTIFUL!

[@sharonwilliams144]

Keniesha Peoples ok

[@aaliyahparis6711]

Keniesha Peoples a weave is mostly used as a protective style. relaxers aren't good for your hair, it's a chemical. That's just a fact, chemical alterations aren't healthy in any situation, even those not related to hair. You can love relaxed hair but you don't have to shame natural hair in order to do that. There are lots of women with long natural hair, and we get to enjoy the diversity that comes with it. And unlearning the European standards of beauty we were taught. it's hair, it'll always be hair. however natural hair has a special place in the black community, that's not shaming relaxed hair. it's the truth, because natural hair is mocked in the black community. Relaxed hair is not. Either way, love what's on your head without shaming someone else's.

[@kenieshapeoples]

Aaliyah Paris girl exactly.. thank you !! Lol

[@ananse77]

I agree that no one should be telling her to go natural. Let people do what they want with their hair, period. But to say: "Your hair is way longer than any female I've seen that's natural." is false. There are so many natural girls on youtube with longer hair than that. For some of them, you don't see it until they straighten it, but some like, Chime (Haircrush), her hair is longer and thicker than that even unstraightened.

[@kenieshapeoples]

ananse77 see I love people like you, you let me know something without getting mad or attitude lol but yeah I honestly feel what you're saying but just me myself. I haven't seen anybody natural with long hair, but the only thing I hate is for people to bash or make someone feel bad for getting a relaxer.

[@RondaRoyal19]

2 years natural and I am about to relax my hair again...I'm tiyad(tired) and it's so expensive to maintain lol

[@dioltlw3144]

same, thinking long and hard about it

[@natalyabarrett2784]

About to do mine this week

[@RondaRoyal19]

Natalya Barrett I did it 3 weeks ago...lol

[@natalyabarrett2784]

Presently taking care of my hair.........🙄 wish me luck

[@onizeajayi3307]

Same here I'm going to do that when I take out these braids though

[@timmya200]

Finally a British person on relaxed hair!! 🙌🏾

[@RachealAkua]

🙌🙌

[@chanelledee5997]

RachealAKUA you are beautiful. I'm tired of team natural. my hair would take up most of my time natural even with braiding

[@whatbitch-kp6xq]

timmytheturner ikr!!!! Been looking for a british person on relaxed hair! Finally

[@chrisaraujo694]

Hi from 🇧🇷. I am 51 years old. I use relaxer on my hair since forever every 4 months. My hair is healthy, shine, grows crazy and I do wash twice a week and DC every time. I avoid heat as much as I can but I flat iron once a week. Then making the long story short: we just need to take care the scalp and the hair itself with attention and care needed. People do crazy stuff on hair using all kind of junk, pulling, not doing what is supposed to do.. I am glad you have this kind of video because the natural trend believes only them can have a nice and healthy hair..

[@maddipage1347]

Chris Araujo whay do you mean by deep conditioning?

[@jas6851]

I swear!!!! My hair was longer and healthier when it was relaxed but then again I was little and my mom took care of my hair and now I'm taking care of mine and my hair is dry short it's breaking off my ends are splitting like crazy it's crazy

[@Hidaya2006]

lol. i agree! when i was young, my mom got my hair pressed with a hot comb and it was WAYYYY healthier!

[@cartiernorford9741]

Jasmane Jefferson same!

[@LashayneHampton]

I am the same way. I swear I was relaxed all through college my hair was down my shoulder, now its so dry brittle and even when I find the right products to protect my natural hair, the right oils etc, but I still feel it grew much faster and looked soooo much more healthier when it was relaxed.

[@dioltlw3144]

same, but my problem are single strand knots! i just wanna go back to relaxing cause i never had this problem before

[@joontm]

SAME!!!

[@vennesalanuta7606]

My ghanaian sister 😍🙌🏾🇬🇭

[@NeverAloneNeverAfraid]

Ayyyyy! S/O! #MondayBorn

[@comfortyall5668]

Nana Adwoa Forson me too

[@amoryll36]

This is useful information. Thank you. Too many ppl arguing about being natural or relaxed etc. Surely it's about having healthy hair which is possible in ALL aspects as long as it's done properly. It's all down to CHOICE and everyone is entitled to that...

[@Dirtnap1986]

You right it's about choice, and even this girl chose to go natural since last year.

[@sweetz9325]

My hair has been permed since I was maybe six or seven and my hair is past my bra line. It is healthy and I perm it every five or six weeks and I have been using blue magic coconut hair grease and it is very healthy and I also never cut or trimmed my hair I don't see the need. I also wash it twice a week and roll it maybe four times and my hair is healthy. People be telling me to go natural and I look at there hair and I look at mine and I say "no thank you"

[@toliakins]

I recently decided to start relaxing my hair again. I could not stand the exhaustion of tending to my natural hair.....then I saw your recent video of you going back to keeping your hair natural.....did anything go wrong? or you just decided to explore other options?

[@Toawii]

Three years natural and I relaxed two weeks ago. It's falls to about right below my shoulder blades, and is SUPER healthy. I only went natural to let my hair regroup because it was really damaged... mission accomplished. Lemme tell you. I missed my straight hair and definitely do not regret perming. This mane gonna be so healthy, everyone is finna double take. #PermedAndProud

[@TheCarnivoreSoprano]

Same

[@WhyMeeSooRandom]

I'm natural but I still love watching videos like this there's some people that swear relaxers are from the devil but as you can see you can have healthy relaxed hair, it takes practice just like natural hair and you have to find the right methods for yourself......I prefer natural for MYSELF basically the only reason being that I have fine thin hair and when it's in its curly state it looks 50% thicker than it really is

[@The05061992]

My mum's hair is really long,she relaxes it every 2 months 🙂

[@shaffiquernanton6066]

For me it's every 6 weeks n it's growing n

[@j.simone4796]

I'm every 10 weeks and that's "stretching" it for me. Update- I accidentally used a Super (reading is fundamental) and I will be able to stretch my hair past 10 weeks this time around. I think I will shoot for 12 weeks. Also this will be my 5th relaxer since transitioning to relaxed.

[@janelpedlar]

I'm every 16 weeks lollll

[@gogontlekeletso1150]

I think its awesome. Do what you want. Its your hair and its your life! To all the people that literally type in "relaxed hair care regimen" or whatever and *click on a video, scroll down to the comment section just to comment absolute rubbish : Please get over yourself and use the energy to better your life.

[@ZheeVee]

Gogontle Keletso yesssssssss! I cant say that enough!! Buuut if you have time swing by and check out my channel I have some great things comming! Eveything for healthy hair and even my story on how I pulled out my edges and my current regrowth journey, to beginners yoga tips even vegan cooking peace and love 💙💚

[@MsAakifa]

Gogontle Keletso right. Like, you had to look for this video to be on it. Miserable ppl

[@missovercomer2488]

Gogontle Keletso Thank you!! People are so petty 😂😂

[@solasoetan]

You don't know happy I am I found a video about relaxed hair! You go girl 👏🏾

[@RachealAkua]

+Sola Soyombo Thank you! Gotta hang in there for us relaxed girls

[@RachealAkua]

+Sola Soyombo Thank you! Gotta hang in there for us relaxed girls

[@aquariusmoon6927]

Doing the natural thing just wasn't for me because every other three days I got to keep putting more heat on my hair because I said I prefer to wear my hair straight....so that was a problem for me. Every other three day I am washing and silk pressing...I got sick of that.... I happily went back to my relaxer because I know how to do them right.... my hair do grow very long with relaxers because like I said I know how to do them....Now with the natural doing I found myself having to cut and cut... So that was getting on my nerves too... Plus with silk press you don't want to put a lot of product on your hair.... and so that what led to me having to wash it every 3 days because my hair is like extra dry....now with the relaxer my hair is very much more moisturized.... now I'm back to just putting heat on my hair once a month, and it's way easier for me to wear a protective Style.... I only tried doing the natural hair styling because I always hear my sister talking about and got tired of her whining to me about changing.... what I've learned is that works for her not me...

[@slimdudeDJC]

Your results are amazing! It's so refreshing to see a Black woman taking serious care of her hair, and causing it to grow longer. This is evidence that it can be done. Cheers to you, lovely!!! * ♦ girl *

[@RachealAkua]

+slimdudeDJC That means a lot! Thank you ☺

[@slimdudeDJC]

RachealAKUA You are so welcome!!!

[@ashalily5]

I've been growing out my natural hair for well over a year now. I've relaxed my hair once in the last two years and my hair grows visibly every month so I definitely agree with you on not relaxing you hair every 6-8 weeks. My hair never grew when I did that. I make sure to go to the salon for a deep condition regularly.

[@ellenkorang6670]

so happy shes ghanian and british! there is hope for me!😢😢

[@juliaa.8123]

Ellen Korang exactly my thoughts😂💯

[@patriciaasare6405]

You knowwww😂😂

[@allsmiles2454]

I think people all of a sudden who are bashing relaxed hair are so hypocritical. My mom relaxed my hair when I was in school, I really didn't have a say so what I know now I wish I knew then so I could have stayed natural. But I have come to a decision to stay relaxed until I die or unless my health is threatened by it. And btw all naturalistas your products also have chemicals in them as well.......STOP JUDGING!!!!!!

[@gmcmim1]

As a natural I find that a good number of black women go back and forth between having relaxed hair and natural. This girl transitioned from relaxed to natural. I was once one of those naturals who told relaxed haired women to go natural. Nowadays I fall back. At some point they go natural on their own anyway. Me if I want my hair straight I get a silk-press. There's actually a woman named Janay Mickles on KZbin who do silk presses. Her customers hair be looking softer, sleeker, and shinier than any relaxed haired woman. But if a black woman wants a relaxer that's her choice. Hair care is key.

[@SW33TSPARKL3]

Ur hair looks great girly!

[@RachealAkua]

Thank you x

[@zeinabmaawiya3211]

J

[@cocochanel1945]

your beautiful and your hair is too.and not one female can say anything bad.I'm going to be real the reason why blk women's hair falls out bc they over process and they don't put in the effort like they honestly should in their head like they should.they don't take the proper care.

[@RachealAkua]

Thank you!!

[@EbonyCharisma]

I use to relax my hair and did so only twice a year. I was able to retain length and had growth. Glad you mentioned that method in your video! Most people think that every time new growth appears they need to "touch-up". I don't relax my hair anymore. Just a personal preference.

[@1222nurse]

You have one of the most beautiful voices that I've ever heard. Thanks for a great video!

[@marthasteward9533]

finally a girl with relaxed hair. mines is down my back with a perm. so its possible

[@kaymccall2578]

Amen.MINE TOO!!!!! AND ITS VERY HEALTHY N I TAKE EXCELLENT CARE OF IT!!!!.

[@maryannegichohi1987]

Very possible my love..

[@Corazanaoro]

I wanna go back to relaxed but am soooo scared. My hair is 15inches long. Never passed 8inches in my life.

[@KO-D00M]

correct me if i'm wrong, but ur saying u wanna relax ur hair now that it's passed 8 inches? do u think the relaxer will damage the length?

[@Corazanaoro]

u0fo Yes.In 2013 I stopped relaxing. My hair was always breaking off. Now its up to 16in on the sides(very uneven) & thinking abt going to beauty parlor here in the caribean to get relaxed. I have had bad experience in beauty parlors & saw my mom become balded after a visit to1.My hair is scary & always tangled here in the island bcz of the climate. I might lose length just by detangling. thx

[@osimeon00]

There are do many factors to safe relaxing that many ppl miss. If you decide to relax this time, avoid relaxing bone straight. Get it relaxed. Second thing is, avoid no-lye. It dries out the hair and you have to fight tooth and nail everyday to moisturize it. Get a professional mild lye relaxer. Third thing, after you neutralize and wash it out, you need French stabilizer plus. That will bring your hair's pH back to its normal level and moisture. Alot of people overlook that and is the reason they get dry hair. Final thing is deep conditioning weekly and greasing or oiling your ends. These are basic tips that will keep your strands strong and your relaxed hair should thrive.

[@osimeon00]

Damn autocorrect. I meant texlaxed.

[@Corazanaoro]

osimeon00 Thx soooo much for taking your time in explaining this to me. When I go into the salon I have to make sure it is a lye relaxer.

[@Pyxelles]

I really like your hair, it looks thick, moisturised and healthy. I've your hair doesn't appear over processed, you still retained some texture, it's not bone straight. Whoever does your hair, does a great job. I'm two years natural and might relax my hair down the line.

[@maame_gyamfua]

Wow now I'm motivated that my hair shall grow again after watching this. And being a Ghanaian like me gave me extra encouragement. Thanks.

[@rayneh4092]

Your hair is so pretty! I've been natural for some time but I'm not sure if my hair is actually healthy. It's extremely tempting to get a perm because 4c hair doesn't look as good as loose hair types and the only thing I can do is a puff. Any who, I'll definitely be watching your videos!

[@officiallydenni]

Currently growing my hair out only using box braids and I just hit bra strap length (started at ear length)!! You channel helps sooo much!

[@user-gm5mw7tp5q]

you don't know how good it makes me feel to see relaxed hair like this. knowing it's possible makes me soooooooo happy! wash routine pretty please

[@Giggles50]

Great video!! I use Affirm. It is very gentle. I try to stretch for at least 4-5 months. Try to relax 2x a year as well, max 3X. Once I see excessive shedding and too many tangles then its time. I do buns and cornrows. Clip-in extensions help a lot to do protective styles. I use the argan oil conditioner in place of gel on my edges, but I need a stronger gel when I have more new growth.

[@frenchfries2378]

TFS this info and the products u use. I dont usually see videos on how to grow/care for RELAXED hair - so thank you.

[@YudyCAM]

Can you show us how you blowdry your hair? Its so straight and I'd like to start blowdryinf more than straightening. You're hair looks so full and beautiful

[@sandralindo5046]

Hi Racheal. Thank you so much for doing this video. It has helped me a lot and I'm getting better results at home with the OGX products than the Keracare that they use in the salon. I find after shampoo and a good long conditioning with OGX my hair is so silky soft. I'm more happy with my hair now managing it at home than going and spending £80 in the salon for a relax and treatment. I use silky hair ties and Lucy bees coconut oil, Morocco penetrating oil and the oil fusion. Absoulety love them. My hair is so healthy now and never dry and brittle like before. I tried "natural" hair, been there done that, cried everyday just to comb and detangle it. I know Natural hair is defiantly not for me, so I will be sticking with my relaxed hair for an EXTREAMLY long-time to come. Thanks so much again for your tips x

[@RachealAkua]

+Sandra Lindo Hi Sandra! I'm so happy to hear that. Thank you for watching x

[@patriciajohnson6928]

I’ve used relaxer since high school and the key is condition your hair with a good conditioner every time you wash your hair. I go under the dryer with my treatments and that’s how your able to have healthy hair with a relaxer.

[@AbbyliciouzChannel]

Ayyyy Ghanaians uniteee 🇬🇭

[@RachealAkua]

+Abbyliciouz Channel Ayyyy 🎉🎉🎉

[@sarahowusu257]

Abbyliciouz yAay me tooo

[@LovableMe137]

Me too oo😂😂😂 GH

[@dorindaa2423]

Ayyyeee me too🇬🇭

[@makeupbygloria]

nice i went natural a year ago, my relaxed hair never grew stayed the same length for many years got fed up with it so i cut it all off lol

[@Cindy99765]

Same

[@kimfromtheblock7679]

it grew it just wasn't retaining lenght

[@letyjay9715]

just big chopped for same reasons. I'm now scared of relaxers cos i got burnt. so just african threading and wearing wig. will see how far my hair grows, i don't even know my natural hair texture lol i would love to be able to know how to have my hair chemically straightened and mantain it relaxed like this lady. dont know if i will ever be game enough to use chemical. haters hating on her. just cause your hair is relaxed doesnt mean you hate being black. it just means you like bone straight hair look.

[@sunshinedaisy9656]

Your hair is so beautiful and healthy has a nice glow 😍😍

[@mikarose6916]

well I have recently had a relaxer and very pleased with how it turned out. I wanna make sure it stays healthy and grow. so with that being said I really have gained more knowledge on how to better take care of it. The relaxer used on my hair from the stylist was called Mizani butter blend, didn't have any burning👍 but now Im ready to see how long it can Really GROW

[@vivipeche4550]

So happy i found you! New subbie ;) I've followed most of your tips the past year already and have seen amazing results. Coconut oil is my go-to, protective styles is a must and a 2-time a year relaxer with lots of washing + conditioning in-between is great advice. I relax 3 times a year and use Affirm, I find this relaxer works beautifully for me. My hair is in a weave now but can't wait to take it out & try some of these products. Thanks for the tips!x

[@karleecraziness9216]

I don't relax any more but I enjoyed this video :)

[@RachealAkua]

+Karlee Craziness Thank you, I really appreciate that

[@maaffyfaaffy8914]

As a 11 year old, I have been relaxing for 2 years now and when i first did it it was amazing for my MOTHER . At the moment I'm transitioning but if you wanna relax, you relax just don't relax it too much . But your hair looks healthier than my transistioning hair

[@mazurihair7116]

I was watching another video, yours popped up, got my attention talking about hair relaxers, refreshing to hear someone in the UK talking about growing relaxed hair. You are so on point, much of the time why relaxed hair doesn't grow, is because the relaxer product has been misused on the hair, over lapping etc. I am not saying that because I make a great relaxer product but because, some people believe if the product its burning it not working, so not true. timing is everything when using a relaxer product, getting it on should time 8-10mins - 5 mins the work it through and smooth the roots before rinsing an following up with good reconstructions products, like the ones in your video. Well done!

[@spacemantingzzz2495]

hey I'm a 14 year old natural who started being natural just last year November so my hair is actually very short I feel that it's dumb when people , when Naturals talk about people who have perms or relaxers or anything like that about how this is damaging to the hair when some Naturals do things that are damaging to their hair such as dying or just using too much heat. but I've never heard of someone who had a perm or relaxer who said something about a natural hair so natural should do y'all the same way because we all got here hair on our head we all just trying to take care of it. What's the problem.

[@AliyahHTX713]

I relax my hair every six weeks ... otherwise really hard for me to maintain ):

[@morgannekerr8855]

Aliyah Neal It was hard for me too but in the meantime I do protective styles like braids,twists,faux locs, crochet braids, and clip in extentions.

[@shaffiquernanton6066]

Me too

[@hettyashiagbor792]

I'd love to be able to relax my hair just twice a year. How do you manage to do that and take care of your re-growth and ensure that the ends of your hair doesn't break? x

[@britsmith221]

She said protective styles and keep it moisturized

[@marilyn_warrior]

yeeey i don't have to go natural😏😏😏 Thank God I found you😊

[@Lushbeautty]

hair goals ....i recently started using virgin organic oils and they work amazingly,,,thank u

[@SheWhoRiddles]

that's a lye relaxer in your hand. I have and use the same one. it's harsher on scalp but more gentle on hair which is why I switched to it. no lye dried my hair out so much.

[@swtnc0]

Thank you!! That was a lye relaxer in her hand!! I was trying to figure out what she was talking about!!

[@SheWhoRiddles]

at first I was like wait, what, lol.

[@mzhotniz86]

Wendy Matos yup lol it sure is. she giving the wrong info. she's been using a lye relaxer & didn't even know it yeesh. but this is the 1 i want to try next

[@HeyitsBri_]

Wendy Matos She's said she's made a mistake by saying that since. She's even individually apologized to a few commenters.

[@ivamaeadderley9824]

I have worn my hair short for many years and now I plan to let it grow again, so i was watching this video for a few tips on growing my hair long again.

[@shaliholliday9827]

My hair is relaxed and it's constantly growing so ppl who it's so bad for your hair don't know how to take care of it my moms been getting an relaxer since 7 years old and shes 40 now and her hairs still thick with and without the relaxer so ......

[@cwill8930]

yummyumms_13 preach

[@princesss9144]

Does it affect ya curls ...?

[@TheeStallyyy]

She said no one should come convince her to go natural but yet shes going natural right now 😂😂 im weakk nobody ever sticks to relaxed everything is about natural i cant find videos about relaxed, im tired of everything being about natural people.

[@RachealAkua]

+Yofavv. PYT I said what l said. No one should try and convince me because what I do with MY hair is MY choice.

[@TheeStallyyy]

RachealAKUA okay girl Im not telling u what to do just saying u didnt stick to your words😂😂😂

[@Vickyhunts]

The most I can leave my hair is for one month bcs it grows way too fast usually a week after I have done my hair. My hair grows already 5 inches

[@ananse77]

It is NOT a myth that black people's hair doesn't need to be washed as often as others'. Our scalp produces less sebum and the texture of our hair means that was IS produced isn't distributed as easily. You recommend washing/co-washing weekly as "often". That in itself show that it is no myth. I have white and Asian friends whose hair gets visibly greasy if they don't wash at least every other day - for some of them it is every day. If I didn't wash my hair for a YEAR, and didn't put any oils, leave-ins etc. on it, it would probably get DRY rather than greasy.

[@SantNabi]

One of my cousins and best friends has been doing the same for a few years now and her hair got as long as her weaves-18" (which she often used as a protective style in between perms). Her hair grew long but wasn't as soft as you'd think it'd feel when you see it... But again that might also be an isolated case because we all have different types of hair. Bw to get back to this video - I loved all the explanations and I can also add that all these products from the organx line used to, and still work for my natural hair.

[@magnificent_kimberly]

im glad you made a whole video about this and spoke about it. imma speak about it on my channel too because you can relax your hair and get perms. it just depends how often you relax your hair/get perms, what you eat and what hair products help your hair type to grow. my hair has grown and I hadn't relaxed my hair in 6 months. I started air drying my hair during the summer which caused me to use less heat and maintain an essential hair creme called anti-breakage strengthening creme which helps grows your hair, ends and moisturizes your hair. I also do deep condition after shampoo once a week. there are lots of things you can do to grow your relaxed hair and honesty relaxed hair and natural hair go hand in hand because you go natural and get your hair relaxed again and go back to being natural which I see nothing wrong with it. The point is just to love your hair, do what's best for your hair and what's you know is best for you and don't worry about what anyone else says embrace other women's hair while also embracing your own. a few hair tips that hopefully will help my black women who get relaxers or have relaxed hair. •get a perm every 4-6 months (by the time you get a perm, you'll be surprised at the growth afterwords •don't brush your hair when it's wet •rinse water out of your hair, apply oil after conditioner I think? •apply grease, oil to your hair once it's halfway air dryed •when using heat, use protective heat styling products •wear protective hairstyles if you can or just rock your hair how it is, straight or curly •use coconut oil, argan oil, olive oil, shea butter, coconut butter •I personally use olive oil, anti breakage strengthening creme and argan oil YOU, YOUR SKIN AND YOUR HAIR IS BEAUTIFUL. New SUBSCRIBER 💜

[@galaxi407]

That is impossible for me. My hair ends have always been brittle and break easily.

[@abeautyandherbudget]

Im doing most of the tips mentioned except 2 crucial ones...less heat and protective styles. Gonna have to figure something out. Thanks for the tips and your makeup is beautiful!

[@RachealAkua]

You're welcome! Hope your healthy hair journey is going well

[@semoneg2826]

Had my hair natural for 3 and a half years.....My hair is very 4c and it has become hard to manage ....so I went back to relaxe hair today..... We all have different type of hair texture so it would not be easy for everyone to go natural

[@thelensofeve]

Hey...what lipstick is that its very pretty on you?!

[@Mimi-nr6jx]

You're so pretty...do you have a makeup tutorial?

[@bluebu4554]

I'm 15 now and I'm planning to relax my hair as soon as I get out of braids because there's one style that I really want but it requires straight hair. I've never had a relaxer because I grew up knowing that they were bad for you and that you should never get them. So many natural girls go from extremely unhealthy relaxed hair to beautiful natural hair and they always say "Stop relaxing" but then again they just had a very bad relaxing experience. You and many other KZbinrs proved that you can have beautiful, long, and healthy relaxed hair. Now I'm not afraid to get one.

[@RachealAkua]

+Rach Ess You can have unhealthy natural hair too. It all depends on how you care for your hair. Do whatever you want to do because it's YOUR hair :) x

[@normaexlore]

Whatever year u ready to go , I will be happy to see that beautiful hair in its natural state ( u've got the tools & knowledge!!!

[@MontelleBee]

OMG your hair is amazing!!! wow😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@RachealAkua]

Thank you !

[@pam2848]

Thank you so much, this video has helped me out greatly!

[@RachealAkua]

+Pam you're welcome!

[@ARMYprinncess]

Thanks 🙏🏾 for your tips!! 🙋🏽I am on a hair growth journey as well and looking for things that I can do to grow my hair. I'm definitely going to do a video like this on my channel 😬

[@tiffanybaker6421]

Great tips! Thank you so much! :)

[@Copolia]

Melted coconut oil in London - Cor blimey, strike a light! It must be hot!! :D

[@falconone7230]

A beautiful woman with beautiful hair!❤

[@butterflykisses1984]

Very informative video and your make up is beautiful!!

[@mango7416]

what’s the point of relaxing your hair if you have to wear it in protective styles

[@asjahjanae]

I was natural for 3 years I relaxed it 3 days ago

[@j.simone4796]

Do you like it?

[@oratilebalfour5289]

Kpopsesame IMKP lmao i relaxed it today after being natural for 2 years, I don’t regret it😂

[@asjahjanae]

J. Simone I did a big chop a few months I hated that I relaxed my hair😭but now I’m keeping my hair short like amber roses.

[@livingwithlee128]

Wouldn't cornrows and weave break your hair off? Maybe because my hair is thin. I am afraid to do weave and cornrows because when I took it out my hair broke off a lot. Does castor oil also work for hair growth?

[@teek8495]

oil your hair with castor oil its really good and yes it works for hair growth

[@leahchengobutala9790]

This is so helpful..thank you!! I can’t keep natural hair cz my hair is so stubborn, I would have a headache combing it everyday..

[@KatieAJ]

Before I went natural I just did not know how to take care of my hair. It went from super thick to short and uneven....If I had known....lol I wish I found you earlier...! But anyhow I practically had it when the very last time I permed it, it burned so much...and I got scabbed all over. It was horrible. Anyway...Nice to see that it's possible to maintain healthy permed hair! I wish I found you sooner :-) Your hair looks so nice. Peace.

[@RachealAkua]

Thank you! And good luck with your natural hair journey x

[@SUPERJANPU]

I do like my hair, its just that I want it to be a little thicker. I've been researching a lot lately on how to get thicker relaxed hair, and every website/video has told me to stretch my relaxers. I currently relax my hair every 8 weeks (I get it professionally done). If I even go 9 weeks without a relaxer, my hair breaks off tremendously....

[@sunsetgirlalexander5723]

Gabrielle Nixon same with me. my roots r thick as .....and if they cant be combed through they break my hair

[@MissperfectIvy]

Gabrielle Nixon same here! Try castor oil. I have noticed a huge difference since I've been using it.

[@TemiladeSoyoye]

hair goal atm 💕thanks for this x

[@RachealAkua]

yay, you're welcome 😊

[@bornwithclass2365]

I'm without relaxer going on 8 years. It's not for me but your hair is beautiful. I'm one of those naturals that say hey , whatever suits you suits you! I agree that it is a myth that kinkier textures shouldn't be washed as often. I wash my hair every 5-7 days and deep condition every time, unless it's in braids which I only keep 2-3 weeks.. Many are just misinformed, our hair has build up etc just as any other hair type. The blood flow in the scalp needs to be stimulated, which happens with washes etc..Your accent is also beautiful. Blessings Queen.

[@oumousolo7935]

I agree with you

[@RachealAkua]

Thank you! I really appreciate that x

[@bornwithclass2365]

+RachealAKUA no problem , many ppl are misinformed than give out wrong info, than proceed to debate about it lol..

[@yvonnebrown7674]

Thank you so much for this outstanding information and for the video. Please continue to make videos. I am glad someone made a optimistic video about relaxers and not condemning you because you use them. I use them and they are great for my hair but you do have to take care of your hair. What was the song you were Playing.

[@hearthappyvibes391]

Please watch the whole video before you ask questions.

[@Babygal_xoxo]

I like how some of the naturals in the comments are like “relaxers have chemicals in it so it’s not healthy” but I be seeing y’all naturals dying your hair blonde and purple and blue and all these other colors well guess what? Hair dye is also a chemical. Y’all so natural but y’all wearing sew ins tho...

[@chie8671]

awwwww 😍😍 when I saw this I thought you were black Indian. my hair grows after every hair do,i see regrowths.but my problem is the breakage how do I deal with it please.and if I don't relax my hair often the relaxed bit just keeps falling off.i can't go natural because my hair is very tough and unmanageable. ..I am stuck with the length of my hair always being at my neck and never grows past that...I am actually crying .. help someone

[@Bluvs19]

It might be lacking protein or you ain't moisturising and sealing it enough. Also make sure the strength of the relaxer is not too high for your hair to handle

[@L78969]

why are people hating on naturals ladies not all naturals bash relaxed ladies. She obviously has nice hair because she takes good care of it. Naturals mostly discourage women who barely have any hair left on their head from perming or relaxing their hair.

[@ms.fortune2957]

ALL Relaxers has "Lye" in it doll.

[@shreksphatass9821]

Sharron C no it dont, have you heard of no lye relaxers?

[@IcedLipGloss]

tips on how to thicken relaxed hair without stretching too long? my hair has been shedding and breaking SOOO much during the past few months and its really thinned out. idk why this is happening but it might be bc ive stretched for too long (its only been about 5-6 months but i guess my 4c new growth and relaxed ends dont mesh well) i really need help bc im not ready to go natural, i want to tex lax. also do you recommend texlaxing with a mild relaxer or using a reg strength relaxer for a shorter time

[@underwaterseas]

IcedLipGloss Well, I'm told that the key is deep conditioning when you're stretching out the time between your relaxers. Also, keep it moisturized with an essential oil like argan oil.

[@sharonwilliams144]

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[@sharonwilliams144]

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[@sharonwilliams144]

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[@ZheeVee]

IcedLipGloss hey beauty if you have time swing by and check out my channel I have some great things comming! Eveything for healthy hair and even my story on how I pulled out my edges and my current regrowth journey, to beginners yoga tips even vegan cooking peace and love 💙💚

[@taslimaoyebode2343]

Guuurrrllll first off when i saw your hair i was like hell no that's a weave but wow am truly impressed, You don't understand how happy i am i found your video it shows you can grow long healthy relaxed hair!!!, because of recent people keep making it seem like unless you cut your hair and grow it naturally you cannot grow long healthy relaxed hair, quick question tho where do you get your Aphrogee products because am scared of purchasing a fake one here in the UK xx

[@RachealAkua]

+katie andrews 😂 Thank you so much! I used to get them from my local beauty supply store but now I just purchase them from amazon, I make sure it's actually sent by Amazon so if there's a problem I can return it. Plus I can see more reviews before I buy

[@MELISSAO2592]

Your hair looks great... am not going to try to convert you to relaxer free hair,, am relaxer free now but that doesn't mean am not relaxing my hair anymore. Continue to do your thing to your hair... because it's long thriving and surviving and obviously you know how to take care of your strands. Your hair is longer and thicker then my hair... 😀👌👍

[@RachealAkua]

+Melissa Oneal Thank you! That means a lot

[@deenadz6806]

Ghanaians definitely have nice hair

[@MamaEzi]

All the time best hair in West Africa

[@shantayeunique4612]

Beautiful hair hun 🤗

[@gabriellamusic755]

Loved this video, thank you I will try some of your tips especially stretching the relaxer and using no lye...thanks again hun 🙏🏽💕😘

[@MonaLUVTheGreatest]

Great video. I been natural for three years. Being natural is not for everyone especially for me. Looking forward going back to relaxing.

[@michaeljotoyajackson7294]

Thank you my Hebrew Israelite Sister for all the great healthy hair tips. l surely will be taking your advice about your suggestions about growing healthy black hair, for health and long growth. Shalom my Hebrew Israelite Sister. All Praises to the Most High Yahawah in the name of our Lord and Savior Yahawashi Messiah.

[@ananse77]

She's not Hebrew, she's AFRICAN. Why do some people think that claiming anything other than African is somehow better???

[@RealRetroGurl]

If you look up the term Hebrew Israelite it basically means the original people...ie African people./African Tribe(s)

[@Superioritycomplex100]

Michael JoToya Jackson she's African u dumb bitch

[@MsAakifa]

CURLYHAIRED MOROCCAN she's from Ghana. A place full of tribes who know of and claim biblical ancestry. Please sit your uneducated self down somewhere

[@OhemaaCindss4]

Akua ☺️name sake. Thanks for the advice.

[@daniellewallace2047]

Rinsing the relaxer out properly and thoroughly will prevent burns

[@lalaland2199]

when I used coconut oil as a wash out conditioner it made my relaxed hair feel more brittle

[@mzhotniz86]

lalaland2199 dont use oil as conditioner , only use it to seal after using a moisturizer. my hair doesn't like coconut either. try avocado or olive oil