i'm actually tired of wash n go's

as the title states, i'm tired of only doing wash and go's. As a wash and go enthusiast, I've always loved wash n go's... until now. In this video, I share why I'm tired of wash and go's being my default style.
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[@staciegreene2262]

Girl you do 1000 steps on wash day. You are going to get tired of any style because your wash days are lonnngggg. I love watching your videos, because you are one of the few naturalistas that give us lengthy content. And I love you for that 😍. But it’s confusing because your hair is freshly grown out from a TWA, it’s not color processed, you don’t use direct heat, and you get professional trims. Yet you take care of your hair like you are trying to repair it from something . It’s literally healthy asf on its own love. My wash days are shampoo, moisturize, and style . Once a month I do a protein treatment and deep condition if I feel like it . My hair is still doing just fine with my 3 step wash day. Try it for a month. I would love to hear your opinion on it.

[@jennid2053]

YES!!! doing way too much.

[@jaydamay6815]

& she washes her hair multiple times a week !! like sis it doesn’t have to be this way 😭😩

[@abohli]

Yes! I wash my hair every 4 days and it's a quick process. I just wash, condition, and style

[@ChineloMariano]

Sameeeeee! I can't do more than I want to because I just do not have it in me. My wash-day wash-n-gos don't take long because I'm lazy, hahaha! My wash-and-gos are the fastest styles. Also I understand the struggle with detangling. I've changed my detangling methods (because again, I'm lazy lol) and don't want to devote more than 10 minutes to detangling.

[@The_Preauxteauxtype]

Babes, a 30 step wash-n-go??! I'm tired for you.. ..tew much!

[@no.6377]

Lol this was me when I first started wash n go's. Once I found products that actually gave what I wanted, I got bored of how easy it was.

[@suefox88]

I’d hate wash and gos if I had to redo it every 3 days too…keep it simple!

[@zacharydrake156]

I do wash and goes every seven days. And I get tired sometimes of doing my hair. Sometimes life is just too busy and we need Breaks which is why sometimes I protective style. Wash n gos are my signature look and favorite style but Wash n goes aren’t for everybody. They can be a lot of work for us thick hair naturals. Luckily, we have the most versatile hair type and can style our hair in lots of different other kinds of ways. We don’t all have to wear wash n gos. Find a style that suits you and fits your life style

[@lblack1961]

I just rinse with water every three days, wash at seven to ten days.

[@myaadestiny]

Literally. Once a week is ENOUGH😭😭😭

[@gloriaaguh5885]

​@@zacharydrake156The shingling method seems to me to be long and tedious. A KZbinr named Ms. Rachel Adina did both the shingling method and the raking method. I prefer the definition gotten from the raking method. She has type 4b hair. She's the only type 4 person I've seen do the raking method. Mostly type 3 people do that method. While type 4 people seem to prefer the shingle method. The raking method seems to me to be much quicker and easier to do plus the definition is superb especially if you use enough products while doing it.

[@leoskiss3390]

I only do wash n go’s in the summer, mini twist in the fall and spring and silk press for the winter….it feels good to switch it up

[@RosetteAckesson]

This

[@denyshadials5702]

You know what I love about your vibe? Your tone and the way you speak almost make it seem like we’re listening to someone’s journal about their hair journey. There’s parts you resonate with, parts you don’t, but it’s all genuine and authentic no matter how you spin it. It’s rare to exude that on YT these days. Edit - 10:43 you literally SAID IT! 😂

[@BrittanyMia]

This made my day. Thank you

[@SamIsInHereSomewhere]

The suns heat isn’t what damages our hair it’s the ultraviolet rays that the sun is emitting. Those rays are what’s damaging to not only our hair but our skin as well. A hooded dryer or diffuser will not emit ultraviolet rays so it will not damage the hair or skin in the same way the sun would! And as for direct and indirect heat I like to think of it as hovering your hand over a pan/skillet to see if it’s warm (indirect heat)vs touching the palm of your hand to the pan to check (direct heat)❤

[@babymia334]

I like your explanation

[@panamasfinest2458]

I can relate. I do minitwist and keep them in for about 5 days and when I miss my hair being loose I have a bomb twistout for another 3-4 days! When I really need a break I get some knotless and keep those in for a month lol. It works fo me. But your wash and go's are goals !

[@BrittanyMia]

oooo I love this. I used to get minitwists done by my aunt and she did them sooo perfect that most times the twist out was better than a wash & go. I need to try that again. Thanks! 💕

[@Spokentruths725]

This is my exact routine 😂. So easy

[@callmechichi1711]

Girl, same! 😩 I hate detangling my hair 😪. I just keep my hair in twists because I don’t want to make my routine all about my hair & because I don’t want to overmanipulate it. Twists are so convenient. Thanks for being vulnerable with us. Tfs.

[@missnicolemarley]

When you feel burn out it’s time to get braids so you can take a break for a month. You can also start getting silk presses every 6 weeks to also give yourself a break. Versatility is a great option to have!

[@MT-yx5cu]

No.

[@simplydanielle1884]

I think you should be open to doing more styles but if you also choose not to I am also here for that and will keep watching.❤

[@BrittanyMia]

i appreciate you ❤️ I'm definitley going to be trying different styles from here on out.

[@WhatTheKink]

At one point, I was an exclusively "braid out natural". I think it's an excellent stretched option. I just don't like the work of setting my hair. lol. As a long hair natural, the wash and go is the quickest option I got!

[@Imanixo2]

Girl you did a lot for us with your wash and go series.you deserve a break 😂

[@BrittanyMia]

😆 a much needed break.

[@TheDivaIsIntheDetails]

I love me some 2 strand twists, girl! Yes! Less tangles, can be low manipulation and the longer you leave them in, you get a BOMB twistout

[@kdwfr]

The longer my hair got, the less defined my wash and gos were. I would find myself looking at old pictures of how bomb they were and get discouraged. However, stretched styles have been great for me this past year and some change. Two braids or a banded ponytail has my hair thriving! Now I just do wash and gos every once in a while.

[@kdwfr]

I did one (almost) last week and I’ve already had to redefine it a few times. I just threw it in a bun yesterday 😂

[@prettybrwneyez7757]

Same

[@alisameireis3628]

I hear you!!! I had to do a complete re-think as my hair grew. Like you….I was totally a WnG girl. The only thing that saved me was adopting the Anthony Dickey method. Fairy knots disappeared immediately. Detangling happened nearly on its own and I was SO HAPPY!!! Then came Winter and no more WnG!! I haven’t seen my natural hair “out” since November. I’ve been putting my hair in twists or braids under head wraps and I only do a complete wash day every 14 days. I will revisit WnG when Late Spring/Summer comes along. But right now….My strands and I are on Vacation!! I’ll be watching for your vlogs!!!

[@ClearAbyss]

Me too! Wash and gos only last like 3 days in winter because of how dry the air is where I am. But in summer it gets humid enough where my hair doesn’t dry and tangle so fast. Like you I’ve started sticking mostly to braids, twists, or straightening in fall/winter, and wash and gos for spring/summer. Also, I’ve kind of ditched combs and detangling brushes. I usually finger detangle now and sometimes “check my work” with a brush or comb if I feel the need to or I’m planning on straightening it.

[@alisameireis3628]

@@ClearAbyss Yep!!! I have ditched denman brushes, etc, too!! I finger detangle and use a small tooth comb to ‘check myself’ at the end of applying leave-in. Last Spring/Summer, my WnG is fabulous….but now my hair has really grown and it’s no longer an Afro and even shrinkage doesn’t get it “up there”, if you know what I mean….It hangs down and out. So, I realize that my WnG is no longer going to be an actual curly-coily Afro. It’s going to be a different more elongated look this Spring and Summer….and I’m not sure I’m ready for that! I was really rocking my big Afro hanging below my neck last Summer. 🤣 Now my braids are hanging past my shoulders and my hair is thick on top of that…so, yet another adjustment will have to be made when it warms up. But regardless, I will “Water Wash” every 2 days with a full Wash Day w/deep conditioner on the 7th day. Of that, I’m sure!! Keeps my strands hydrated and detangled!! Glad to know I’m not the only one dealing with Seasonal changes!! 🥰❤️

[@margaretholloway8879]

I am primarily a wash and go natural, but when I need a break I’ve learned to love mini twists and flat twists. I always miss my curls immediately but it’s better for my sanity.

[@valineripes2491]

As some others have said I think the process would be more manageable if you simplified things. Nothing wrong with washing once a week and styling once per week. It may take your hair some time to adjust but I believe you will be fine. We have very similar hair but I have medium density.

[@1love847]

I was tired after fiest year. Now im tired of twists. All i do now is 2 to 4 braids on each side. Then unbraid and go! And gorgeous! Who knew thats all i had to do. 😂

[@kj7045]

Wow! I’m going to give it a try.

[@shelly.v.247]

Good for you! I’m right there with you and feeling the exact same way. 💯The funny thing is I just recorded a similar video. lol. 😂 In 2024 there are no rules except do what’s right and best for YOU! I’m super excited to see what’s next for you and as usual, awesome video. 💖

[@lafillettee]

This video resonated so much with me. Me being tired of doing my hair is what led me to start my loc journey

[@cheryll.g.6958]

This is one reason I decided to chop my hair and choose to keep it short and rock my gray. It's so freeing! Love wash and go, but it's much easier because it's short. So many are caught up in having longer hair, but i love a short, well maintained cut to display a lovely face and bone structure to full advantage! 😊 I've gotten more compliments on it now than when it was longer and black! Thank you for your transparency. Do whatever you feel like with your hair and rock it with confidence!

[@staciegreene2262]

And you and your tresses are beautiful miss ❤️❤️

[@twomisfithippies9790]

Same! I suffer from ADHD, Autism, anxiety and depression. Sometimes it’s a struggle to do my hair. I keep my hair in twists now. I love it! And my hair is retaining so much length, and I’ve been able to grow 3/4”-1” of growth consistently. No more faerie knots, no single strand knots, no more dry, frizzy hair. Thank you for sharing this. ❤

[@ygbgforever]

Yes, the burnout is real. I tried twist outs before but finding the right products became a chore. So I just wear a head wrap when I need a break.

[@nicolechristie5734]

This is a life-lesson message all together!! We are often doing things “just because.” We should take our time to find what we really want and be true to the person God created us to be.

[@jenem9618]

I'm glad you're being honest with yourself. I wasn't. As my hair got longer, I got tired of maintaining a wash and go. I started skipping out on proper detangling and deep conditioning and kept throwing my hair into a "wash and go bun" for two years. I ended up with traction alopecia before I realized what I was doing to myself. Trying to gradually repair it now.

[@deviidoo03]

girl do what you want with your hair!!! i love a wash n go however i also love change and im changing my hair weekly!! its fun to try new stuff and sometimes you need a break lol !if you wanna pick up and flat iron your hair in 1000 degrees thats your choice! i’m here for the change ! and you still can do wash n gos just in between styles

[@lindacurwen2053]

I love WNG but it looks like my marriage is falling apart...so I have not been as diligent with my hair. Life ebbs and flows. As long as we give ourselves grace ...I think we're good. One thing tho about a WNG ....it is true self care, so I still need to do them and show myself some love ❤️

[@mcskinny4919]

Sending you love and strength girl ❤

[@lennettewarner8338]

Mini twists...or twists that are not too big, not too small that you can leave in for a few days always work too. For the fall/winter seasons this is usually my go to style. I mainly do WnGs during the warmer months. The twists help with retaining length and since they're a low manipulation type style they help with hair growth as well. I also can pin them up or pull them back or up into different styles.

[@CurlsWithKia]

Having days where your hair simply has a chance to rest is so important. Happy to hear that you experienced some relief in twists. Always love your transparency! Excited to see what’s next ❤ The wash n gos will be a special occasion in the summer…maybe, for me.

[@Neesha242]

A lot of people relate to you in these comments. lol we all are tired. This why I’m a straight natural now.

[@sphanksjohns]

Right, it should not be this hard. My thing is, if I can stack three products on top of each other and get a good wng, then why can’t someone come up with a one and done product for me. I am about to bring out my blender.

[@abcisme]

Not the blender 😭🤚🏾

[@denyshadials5702]

*mixer

[@sphanksjohns]

Vitamix

[@treen8176]

Hilarious

[@RabielleParfait]

I can relate lol I hate detangling. It takes forever especially when you're past some days than your usual washngo hair wash. 2024 I'm on a mini twist journey and will show some wash&gos here and then, when I crave my coils 😂

[@tinaf.7941]

This year I became a straight hair natural for the convenience (I just don't have the time for natural hair styles anymore). Blow drying my hair with leave-in/heat protectant serves me well at this moment in my life. My hair has not been straight in a long time and right now....I am loving it! I know I will eventually return to the curls I was born with.Brittany, please don't be afraid to do something different, we still love you and will continue to follow your journey ❤️

[@mrs.snell87]

I've been a straight natural for years and in the last 6 months, I've started going back to heatless styles. The curls are still curling! Versatility is a blessing 🙌🏾

[@Trucurl]

From one wash n go girlie to another, I had them same legit thoughts, feelings, disposition, and hair results! My husband encouraged me to take a break which I did and I am so grateful for it. I’ve transitioned from being a stickler about wash n go’s and the whole methodology. Since, I’ve found that letting my hair down has helped me enjoy my hair even more lol! The best takeaway from that regimen is we know now how to properly cleanse our hair and maintain it. I feel like that’s what is most important!

[@sierradailey17]

I’m so glad your being honest with us! Sometimes our hair needs that break and putting it up for 2 weeks or more is fine! Sometimes our hair wants to be left alone too!!

[@tracybetha9679]

I get it. I gave up on WNG’s after only two times because the detangle was not worth it. I didn’t expect that. Now I’ve hit my stride with twists and a simple shampoo, leave in and good ol’ grease. My hair has blown up. Whole gig takes 1 hour. Bliss.

[@ossier2796]

Hey we all need to switch things up after a while. I’ve just started doing some early Spring cleaning and found 3 types of rollers and I was thinking about using them.

[@Rennie212]

I’ve been thinking about bringing out the rollers and flexi rods this year

[@harmonious.balance]

@@Rennie212 roller sets are all over my feeds. I bought some more rollers. If I can roller wrap my hair to my liking, it will be a wrap for everything else. At least for now.

[@BrittanyMia]

I've been seeing rollers all over my TikTok same as @harmoniouse.balance. I may have to try it sometime.

[@jakobowwww8526]

Understandable it would be cool if you did a twist out series

[@beautyofbri]

Girl I FEEL you. I really loved doing wash n gos but detangling a wash n go was HELL for me so I stopped lol became an every once in a while style. After a Week it was like tryna detangle matted hair. Don’t feel bad for being tired bc well..wash n gos are indeed tiring.

[@ry1981ry]

I was in the same boat as you, doing wash n go’s for YEARS but as my hair grew it wasn’t the same. Now I just wash and deep condition once weekly, blow dry, and usually do 2 goddess braids. So simple and blow drying (even without heat protectant) hasn’t damaged my curls at all!

[@BrittanyMia]

Thanks for sharing!! I want to start blow drying weekly but I was on the fence.

[@harmonious.balance]

Can you consult with Brianna on how to pare down your routine? I don't ask because I think you should stick with it but you admit that you do alot. I really believe you can do less and be satisfied with your results and experience. That being said, I think it's pretty normal every couple of years to want to change our hairstyles in general. While I'm primarily a twist out girl, I'm seriously considering going back to being a straight natural. I didn't have a solid goal in mind when starting this journey other than to restore health back to my hair. I believe I've accomplished that and I'm trying to put all the pieces of the puzzle together for what's next. With all the variables I'm considering, straight natural seems like the best option.

[@lindacurwen2053]

😅I agree.Brittany's hair is so healthy...and I love what she does but paring down might be a good option for her. She does do a whole lot. I don't do all that...every wash day. I really can't.

[@Neesha242]

How do I prevent split ends as a straight natural? I just started. I love straight hair! It’s so easy to maintain and I buy less products and don’t have to do my hair as much.

[@killahkurlz7157]

yep. i started keeping my hair stretched for this exact reason.

[@BabyJayOnline]

Do what fits your lifestyle, just some suggestions before you throw in the towel completely. Have you found product favorites? Once i got my favorite wash n go i just kept using those same products and i get the same results everytime...also, hair detangling tool is very important. The felicia Leather wood brush is my favorite for detangling, my hair density is a lot like yours maybe even more. I have grown my hair with you, i big chopped when you did. Have you tried washing every 5 days, maybe your hair would get less tangled. I had these same thoughts and feelings too. Then i made those small changes and they helped me a lot...love your journal i am so happy you share your hair journal with us...maybe one day, i will have the courage to do the same. Thank you for everything you do. Suggestions for other styles Flat Twists, Medium Twists, Braid outs

[@tmt436]

Girl, welcome to the club. When my hair was short wash and gos were my thang but as my hair got longer it tangle and took forever to do. I switched to twist out. It was beautiful and then it grew longer and started to tangle and take forever to twist so now I am lost again. Right now, I am just putting it away under my wig for a while until i feel like i want to handle it.

[@michellewhite6938]

Change is a good thing! I think we were smitten by the fact that our hair was actually curly. However, in maintaining the curls involved a lot of other variables such as finding the right shampoos, conditioners and stylers. When all the stars are aligned, we rock wash and goes. WNGs made me fall in love with my REAL hair!Although I am not a hair stylist, I found myself obsessed in perfecting it to the best of my ability. I wanted to do my own hair without spending hours in a salon! Learning WNGs let me know that I have an alternate style. So if I want to go to a salon, so be it especially if I want a different look which can be natural or straight! I appreciate your informative videos! Thanks and keep us posted!

[@nicolesnotebook]

Ahh! Thanks for being so transparent. All those steps do seem like a lot of work tbh 😬. I’m really lazy when it comes to my hair so I don’t wanna do too much, but I want to grow long hair. I wash once a week and wear twists (not mini-lazy I said!) and pin them up into like an updo, or just pin up the front to frame my face. Or wear a little beanie on the back. Also, I have about 9 months of growth. My hair is this short and I still don’t wanna put the time in for a gorgeous wash and go lol. And my strands are fine. But I have high density so tangling/ssk are inevitable with wash and gos and I don’t like that 🥴

[@LifeOfHemi]

you should try a twist out. they stretch your hair so u can avoid single strand knots and be able to enjoy your hair being out. you also get to enjoy the luxury of ur hair being in twists so you don’t have to manipulate it as much and stretch the days of the style. i think they would look so good on u and i’m curious on ur thoughts 💕😊

[@thimblesea]

I relate to this a lot. I wash twice a week with wash’n gos because I hate hard hold styles. I hate the way my hair feels with strong hold gels and detangling is just too hard. When I’m feeling over it, I like twists or flat twists. I don’t like adding hair to styles and I have an oily, itchy scalp so I do need to wash more frequently than others.

[@xo_CoCo]

This is honestly where I’m at with it 😭. I love the look of a wash and go but the longer my hair gets the more over I am

[@ramonicamickler2918]

No ma'am... I did the big chop in 2020 also. I get tired and want to cut my hair off from time to time. But we are never always satisfied. When our hair is short, we want long. When it's long, we want short. Continue to do your wash and go's. Continue to do your washes, conditioning, steam treatments, and protein treatments. Don't let the devil defeat!!!

[@ceystal]

It would be so interesting seeing you rock different styles if that's the path you go down! Twists, braids, cornrows, etc theres just so much you can do especially in the winter it's great to just tuck your hair away for a week or 2 and helps immensely with moisture and length retention.

[@lindafloralmeida6114]

What you’re feeling is totally valid. But remain truthful to yourself and what you feel. I feel like a lot of naturals are going through this. I went through this a year ago, bc my hair wasn’t matching my lifestyle. I am an engineer and I live in the UK where it’s cold and rainy most of the time. A year ago I realised that I might need to be a “straight” natural. I wash my hair weekly, a blow dry it and I put it in flat twists for the week. It’s been working for me so far. My texture has loosened a bit bc of the heat, but I don’t mind that. Bc I am retaining length and most of all I am enjoying my hair bc I don’t see it has a chore or as something that will take a lot of my time, or something that I need to have a major logistics strategy behind it. It became easier… So I say, DO WHATEVER IS BEST FOR YOU AT THE MOMENT. And If then you are at a point where wash and gos are the way to go, do them! That’s life!

[@JustTanoe]

Your videos are always so calming and relaxing. Thank you for sharing your journey with us and taking us along. I am here for any style you try ❤. Feeling burnt out can happen to anyone, and switching up can be exciting. I am looking forward to seeing your other styles.

[@roxannewilliams3148]

Brittany, I've been sitting at the edge of my chair waiting to see what "we" should do next. I'm not going to lie, you've been a big inspiration and the reason I've been doing this so long. It is exhausting but my hair has thrived and like you, I'm ready for a change.

[@AM-qo6db]

My wash and gos were the most difficult when my hair had layers. Now that the layers have grown out and my hair is pretty much all one length it’s much easier. I don’t use all natural products- the redken acidic bonding shampoo and conditioner are amazing and now it just takes me 1hr to wash, detangle and style my hair in the shower. I use a gel and mousse (sometimes) to style and that’s it. I will say twists are one of my favs to do but it takes me what seems like foreveerr! Have fun trying other styles!

[@jassy8149]

That Redken acidic bonding conditioner is magic. I’ve never had a conditioner that makes detangling that easy. I just started using the matching shampoo but I have already been through a salon size of conditioner and working on a second. 😂

[@tiffanydaneen]

Honest question. Do you really feel like you need all of the different treatments? I think your hair is healthy enough to just do a shampoo condition/deep condition and style without the extra bond treatments. I know when I was ‘doing the most’ with my hair it exhausted me and made my natural hair feel like a job. Maybe that’s what you’re experiencing. I know this is strictly my opinion and I’m not telling you what to do with your hair, but I’ve been where you are and I understand. I also got tired of wash and gos awhile back started doing stretched twist outs occasional flat irons. It’s your hair do what you please 😊 but regardless of the style I definitely cut back on the extra steps and my hair and life are thanking me for it 😊

[@nicoleroyster3202]

I was thinking the same thing. I don’t do the Anthony Dickey method but one thing I learned while watching his videos is that I don’t have to apply my styler in sections. I tried applying my gel in two large sections and my hair came out exactly the same as when I was doing all those smaller sections. My mind was 🤯 I have to say though my hair is not as dense as hers. Now I wash, deep condition for about 5 mins, add my leave-in and styler in two big sections and I’m done. I’m not saying this is the case with her, but doing too much will tire you out for sure.

[@avasd59]

I agree

[@catherinemiller1897]

I'm also getting tired of my hair after being natural for 4 years, detangling is the worst. I find doing two-strand twist outs on damp hair with a mousse & cream to be my default lately. Love the Mielle Pom & Honey mousse for twist outs!

[@shaterriaturner7254]

I’ve been natural for 10 years. And I hated detangling too. What I did was use my pre-poo session to detangle. My scalp was an itchy mess. So came up with this whipped coconut oil concoction to detangle with because oil keeps my hair stretched. I also did this overnight so that I could get a hot oil treatment as well. Then I would shampoo in the morning. This way, my wash day is broken up. Also, there is nothing wrong with trying different styles. I wear mini twists and wearable (med size twists) all the time. Especially during winter. Like now. I have some twists with a beenie. I keep the twists in for two to three weeks then have a bomb twist out. You and your hair get a rest. It’s ok to change. Do what works for you. I love doing my hair. Even ten years later. Hope this helps!

[@BrittanyMia]

I appreciate you sharing this. I'm finding my way back to loving the proccess. Thanks!

[@sighbrows]

try finger coils, its a semi-protective style that can be done through a typical wash n go routine. you can “twist-out” the coils like a two strand at the end of the week to unveil a new curl style, think of it as round 2 or reincarnation of the hair… new curls for another week without having to have another wash/style day! i love finger coils because i have the protection, longevity, and managebility of a protective style, and the ease, versatility, and curls of a wash n go. my wash days went from once a week to once every two weeks, hair never felt better

[@pep-o-wispy]

I went from wash n go's almost twice a week to crochet braids styles with no leave out. The first one looked good enough for me to try again, but it lasted 3 months before I needed to re-do it. I just sprayed my roots with water when I felt like it, put on a bonnet at night, fluff and go in the morning. I've worn different variations of this same style for a year and my hair has GROWN.

[@ThatoMasege]

Girl, I understand. I've been doing wash and gos for a little under a year and I'm tired 😴 I'm currently on day 3 of my protective style, which I'm planning to keep for 2 weeks, hopefully I'll be able to regain my wash and go mood between now and then. I've been washing and styling / resetting my hair 2 - 3 times a week 😭. I love the style, and my hair does too, but it's taking a toll on my mental for sure 😂. Whatever you decide to do I'll definitely keep watching 🤗😉

[@honks9484]

I never have any issues with my wash and gos😂 all I do is put it into bantu knots every night before bed, put it in a hair net cap, bonnet on, then go to sleep and wake up with cute curls every day. My hair even growing like crazy too.

[@manukahonei]

Love this ❤

[@honks9484]

@@manukahonei thanks😀

[@lauren2623]

This I where I am right now. I got my first silk press this weekend & I love it.

[@inez7609]

I do twists in winter/fall.... about 12 and then take out after 1 to 2 days... bun the rest of the week. Wash 1x a week or every 10 days if its frigid. Summer spring wear a wash n go 1 to 2 days then yep... A bun. I do a true wash n go. Shower apply products. Hooded dryer for 1 hr. Diffuse for 10 minutes for volume. Go to sleep. Wake up and pick it out. I just refuse to make it any more complicated than that. Good for you for sticking to what works! It does not work for me to wear my hour out daily. I work in healthcare! ❤ good luck everyone happy growing 🎉. 😊

[@Nadly0314]

I started my natural hair journey in December 2022. I started off doing wash and go’s every week. After about 6 months, I tried flat twist outs. They were ok. I am now trying to reduce how often I manipulate my hair. I’ll braid my hair down to wear wigs for two weeks then do braid outs. I’m liking this routine so far. My hair is longer and I’m experiencing less fairy knots.

[@ChicaRho]

I so deeply relate to this!! I patiently did protective styles to achieve the big hair wash n go. Once I crossed the "finish line", I realized I didn't have the energy or want to make the time to put in the work needed to maintain it. It was a LOT of work. Neglect resulted in damage, so I had to cut 4+ inches to salvage my hair. I wear two-strand twists now. It's working for me.

[@devilit1287]

I usually do a twist out on my longer hair. I agree, wash and go’s are GREAT on shorter hair, as that is why I did that style primarily when my hair was shorter. Now my hair is shoulder length. The twist out is a long hair day process but I keep my twists in for a few days before I take them out and then fluff them

[@afiganyo5678]

I have crazy shrinkage so I moved off regular wash and gos. Now, I just blow dry on wash day and then do updos and flat twistouts. Life is much easier! I do my flat twists with the Doux Mousse Def topped with the Melanin Haircare curl cream. I get a good 3-4 days out of it before I have to retwist.

[@valenciawhitehead9589]

I couldn't click the Like button quick enough on this one. I am SO tired of doing wash and go's on my steadily growing hair but I also hate going to salons to get braids or silk presses, neither of which I can do on myself. You are one of very few content creators whose videos I can listen to all the way through, due to the sound of your voice and the way that you articulate. Thank you, I'm subscribing!

[@Tellylove12]

I’m glad you’re switching it up. I honestly became tired of your content because even though it’s filmed beautifully, all wash n goes look the same. Living to achieve perfect curl definition limits the ability to enjoy your hair. You have beautiful hair and I hope you find a style you can enjoy. I think mini twists would be a great way to maintain hair health with less manipulation. Braids won’t be good for you because your hair will dry out.

[@Coilylady]

I have been natural for 5 years and I have always changed my hair just for change sake. Whatever you chose to do, I’m here to share in that journey because sometimes it’s like you are in my head and you verbalize my feelings. Girl I’m tired too! 😂

[@OhHeyyyThere]

Twist outs (7-12 twists) were my go to until I hit waist length. (Stretched volume without the detangling drama) Im a wash and go girlie now. (Wash and go on long hair = volume even with crunchy hair that lasts 10 days) I’d love to see you do twists outs or braid outs

[@patricia9625]

I can’t seem to get past bra strap length. What products do you use for your twists outs?

[@OhHeyyyThere]

@@patricia9625 leave in conditioner (TGIN green tea leave in) and foam (doux mousse def). I hope the recommendation helps. ❤️

[@eringay8965]

Bantu knots was/is my favorite do myself hairstyle ever. I am experimenting with wash n gos now. Since I work out often my hair is either in a bun (low, high) or braids.

[@melaniesmith1928]

What I realized after my last time being natural is I don’t like my hair long! This time around, I have a tapered cut. Much easier to wash/style/dry in no more than 45 minutes. As soon as I feel it’s getting too long on sides and back, chop chop. I became natural to free up time going to salon. I don’t want to trade that time to now slave away myself. Nope.

[@woahwawwas1928]

i weld 3 days out of the week for several hours wearing small braids, they are so low maintenance and practical for my lifestyle. before i take them down and wash my hair i do a braid out for a day or two. mini twists and flat twists are also a great option.

[@user-rj1vj5wk9f]

I'm fed up of the work of natural hair, ending up with dry kindling after a few days. I'm nearly ready to be bald

[@cassenav]

your wash and go's always look incredible. i never wear my hair in a wng, primarily for the reasons you mentioned (hair is longer now, gets tangled in its completely shrunken state, have to reset very often), and as someone who sweats a lot in a humid climate, i can't keep up with a wng! i'm excited to see what new styles you try

[@leticiajennings6013]

Consider a tapered cut! Best part of being a short hair natural is the ability to switch up between twist out, wash and go or silk press easily plus with consistent trims/cuts the hair ends are always healthy and faster style time

[@atinukealade153]

I seriously think thats why I keep going back to a twa once my hair grows out! The longer my hair grows the more I just can’t deal! I noticed for my life style I need a quick easy style. And with a twa a wash n go is so easy

[@tajhagrady4055]

I used to be a wash and go girly but the single strand knots had me HATING wash day, plus I wasn’t using a gel (which made it easier once I started using it) so my hair so tough on wash days that I ended up cutting it off and then learned about the gel. Now I’m mainly a braid/twist n go or braid/twistout girly which makes my weekly wash days EASY ASF!!!

[@shavonnedavis448]

I'm a die hard WNG girl and I'm bored with them too. I've been doing twist out lately and I love it! The Doux's Cream and Mousse Def is the perfect combo for a juicy, defined set.

[@teekayyyyyyy5380]

I think it’s a good idea to have other hairstyles you like so you can switch it up from time to time. Doesn’t have to be all of one or the other. It’s good to have a mix, especially for times when life gets busy or we’re low energy. Also, I love your videos and will still be here if you decide to showcase other styles.

[@abcisme]

This is so interesting because I literally had this same realization a few weeks ago. Wash n go's are so fun in certain seasons of life, but they leave little room for grace. If you miss a wash, or life starts doing what life does you could possibly be in set back territory (I certainly was). Im excited to get back into wash n go's in the summer, but for this period of my life I'm a straight natural ha ha. I'm stretching my hair with my revair and then twisting it up with a little bit of leave in and grease (the grease has worked so well for the manageability of my hair and has decreased my SSK) As for you being worried about people taking this negatively, I can't speak for everyone else, but for me, I'm more invested in your journey than any one style. Don't be afraid to pivot! Excited to see what you do next. ❤ (P.S. I'd love your take on how wash n go's may not be for every head of hair. That's something that has been on my mind lately since my hair is tightly coiled)

[@2010NursingStudent1]

You are definitely not alone with these feelings & concerns…. I can relate to quite a few of them myself. Just recently had mines cut some inches lower to see if that would assist & it did help but not as much as I would like. Even if I go shorter than where I’m at now there are still concerns with the overall health…. Such as discoloration, detangling/tangling…. If I can ever get to one of them Florida pros to fully access my hair & make it do what it do, I think that may give some relief as well as solutions😄 Loudney & SamHeidi I may be in y’all chair one day🩵 Hope this made you smile Brittany. We gone figure this out with the right help🙏🏽

[@FantasyBookAddict]

wash and gos take so much time and energy for me too and i don’t always end up loving the way it looks 😔 i’ve been watching your videos for awhile now and i’m excited to see you progress in the next stage of your journey 💕

[@PhoenixBlade538]

I’m a big fan of flat twists, mini twists, and knotless braids! Good luck! I hope you know that you can still do wash n gos, just maybe not all the time ❤

[@RosetteAckesson]

Breaking your hair up in seasons is nice and also keeps the fun. Depending in the climate you live you can do washngos in late spring/ summer and choose some kind of protective style of choice. Corn rows and head wraps are mine for now will eventually switch it up with mini twists/flat twists, etc and if you want some heat styles in winter (blow outs, silk presses). For me is perfect, just before you get bored you switch it up with the seasons. The thing that I noticed is the will to take time do one's hair ebs abd flows and fuguring a styles that you still retain length without doing too much is nice

[@sewcydnee]

I get this way every so often with my wash-n-gos and then I start doing half wash-n-gos, half twist outs. I know what you’re thinking lol, but I’ll wash and go most of my hair and then do a twist out in the crown and top of my hair. It automatically gives me the top heavy styles I love and I don’t have to stretch it with heat. It also gives me more curl control bc I can change the size of my curls with the size of the twists. And if I’m really over it, I twist it back up and wear a half down, half twisted up style and it works for me. Excited to see what styles you come up with!!

[@catmouse2882]

My hair is long and thick ....and I have a bad back. Wash N Go is a no for me😂 I'd rather go to the salon every 2-3 weeks for silk press. When my 4c hair is straight, it's more manageable.

[@sadriant]

it’s okay to take breaks and put your natural hair in protective styles ❤️

[@Dee038]

Hi Brittany! You and Aisha Beau are the reason I began to love my wash and go’s! My hair loves overnight Olaplex #1 and #3 with a shower cap! When I get tired, I twist and wear a head wrap (the guys are so attracted to a good head wrap) or knotless braids! Your hair is fire! 🔥🔥

[@ramahh979]

Whew Chile, you have a LOT of hair! I have half your density, but I find that I can't make them last a week. I do better with cowashing every 2-3 days and washing once a week and it's less tangled. I'm here to watch whatever you do though. Your hairs is Poppin though

[@BrittanyMia]

It's getting to be a little tew much. Thank you for sharing, and I appreciate cha🤗 ❤

[@serenacrosdale115]

oh wow! your hair has grown so much the shine, shape, and thickness is lovely. i started out doing wash and goes but now my hair is waist length i tend to keep it in braids and mini twists. i silk press it in the summer

[@monicaDD]

You’re right I feel like WNGs are cool when your hair is shorter. I was kinda wondering how you were doing them in the winter. Just switch up to suite your lifestyle

[@niKute201101]

I needed a break as well this winter, I used twists then switched back when i missed my wash n go. I love wash n gos but sometimes you just need a break or wanna switch things up. I do the same when I get tired of twisting my hair~

[@biancam2327]

My twist outs on wet hair is basically a more defined wash n go. I just make sure I sit under the dryer to dry them completely and use a leave in with a foam

[@exoticallovergirl]

If ya'll don't start using Anthony Dickey's method and literally wash and GO! Life changing.

[@BrittanyMia]

Tried it! It’s not for me.

[@MintNHoney]

I am open to watching videos of you experimenting with other styles. I have enjoyed your wash n go videos but I rarely wear the wash n go style myself. I currently blow dry my hair and further stretch it in bantu knots, chunky two strand twists, flat twists, and half braid/half twists. I also plan to try African threading at some point too.

[@user-sf2vt9nr9s]

Now i'm starting to feel discouraged about my wash and go's 😩 i just kinda did like a big trim on my hair and i was thinking of using wash and go's to grow my hair before i start doing twists or braids but after watching your video i started double thinking 💔 . But hey i understand that your intention is not to discourage anyone or anything of that sort. The most important thing is your integrity and honesty i appreciate you for that not everyone can be so bold to come out and speak about thier journey this way so keep it up and goodluck as you continue on another route 💯

[@rhondadenis3469]

It’s okay to change up the hair. When I get tired of wash and goes, I get braids or twists out. If I have a hard time detangling it’s time for a trim. I only use foams. I always stretch my hair.