Is This the Most Underrated Hair Growth Secret?

What is the most underrated hair growth secret? It has to do with how we style and wear our hair on a daily basis. Surprisingly, this is another thing that historical people seem to have gotten right - daily "protective styles". I have always wondered about historical hair growth secrets - since so many women through history had such gorgeous, long hair! In this video, I will explain in detail the most underrated hair growth secret that most people miss out on.
This video will cover:
*The REAL definition of what a true protective style is, and what it is not
*The biggest difference between modern and historical hair styling, and why we should care
*Several of the hair health benefits of wearing our hair in pretty up-do's on a regular basis
*Three defining features, inspired by historical hair, that make a truly great protective style.
This video is for you if you are interested in historical hair care, if you are struggling to grow long healthy hair and avoid split ends, or if you just want to improve the overall health of your hair. If you are person who is very attached to the idea of wearing your hair loose on a regular basis - this video may not be for you - fair warning!
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⏰ Time Stamps ⏰
0:00 - Intro
0:17 - Historical long hair vs. modern?
1:41 - Importance of informed hair-care choices
2:43 - What this video covers
3:51 - Is this video for you?
4:59 - What is a protective style?
5:55 - Two factors for healthy, long hair
6:41 - What is "length retention?"
9:31 - Historical hair styles vs. modern hair styles
9:54 - History gives us greater perspective
10:52 - Hair care changed tremendously in the 20th century
11:59 - Why historical women wore their hair up
13:50 - Hair health benefits of protective styles
15:48 - Why most modern "updo's" suck
16:38 - The "leave me alone" principle
20:46 - Why frequent washing and restyling is a problem
22:35 - What is a true protective style?
23:49 - The problem with ponytails
26:42 - Evenly distributed weight
27:27 - Front of hair styled separately to avoid tension
29:01 - Protective styles overview
29:24 - A great hair styling tool (Holdi-Locks)
30:57 - Conclusion
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[@KatherineSewing]

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[@AvonleaLisa]

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[@racheluk1759]

Just to make you aware, there is a person using your photo, pretending to be you, saying you have randomly be selected for a prize and to use telegram to get it. Reported it as spam. Have seen this happen on many accounts.

[@angietyndall7337]

Protective Style that's comfortable for sleeping along with the others youll put up please? Thanks.

[@maryistulsafox]

I wonder about how hats here to cover hair... hmm🤔

[@cocoarose1100]

I'm a black american woman, and I'm glad this video popped up. I normally watch videos with my own hair type of course, and seeing women of ancient Africa with the same methods that women all over have been doing. Hair health is hair health. Happy growing ladies

[@Academiacaramelcurlz]

Hiii! I’m African American too! But you’re right! Hair growth is hair growth. We all have different hair types so their will be some differences with maintenance but hair, no matter the type, is made of the same substance!

[@Booby_toesdays]

🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻 thank you !!!! I feel like i stepped out of the renaissance and my whole life changed when I started the fun classes of my historical geology degree. 🥺 “ancient” hairstyles have changed my life. I never need a hair tie and I have made so many friends over the simple belief that my hair has power and is divine. 🙌🏻🥲🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻 hair connects all of us and it’s beautiful i love to encounter a love of hair history outside of a classroom or my bathroom ngl! My heritage is Irish and my friends with tighter curl patterns always have the best products 🤷🏻‍♀️ my hair might be wavy but it only behaves with low porosity coily targeted products and birds of a feather flock together 🕊️

[@calinbrown517]

@Trinity M EXACTLY!!!

[@kikinorthington680]

I thought Africans hated whites now

[@marilyndriscoll4014]

We have done protective style in the black community for centuries. Braids, wigs, twist, feedins, etc. The key with textured hair is moisture, dry hair breaks, no grease or oil will make your hair grow any faster. Also invest in a quality shampoo/conditioner/leave in, and trim as needed. Also limit heat. Remember straight fabrics of hair the oils slide down, with kinks and coils it does not.

[@shailjasharma3007]

We indian women only use one thing to grow long, thick and lustrous hair.. Is curry leave concoction with 1 tbs fenugreek seed, JATAMAANSI, Flaxseeds, and amla

[@s.h.741]

Important factors that have influenced hair care: historically, hair was washed more rarely, and with softer water (rain water or water from a well). Nowadays, we have much harder water with additions (chlorine etc). In order to avoid soap scum build-up, we use modern detergents which strip much more oil from the scalp and hair than the soaps used historically. Also, we use hot water and work up a lather etc, influenced by hair "care" commercials. By washing it less - with cooler water - gentle detergents or diluted detergents or soap - by filtering water so it's softer - and by adding oils, we can grow our hair much longer. I've tried it and it works.

[@StellaWaldvogel]

Hair was washed more rarely because the shampoos stripped away the oil. I remember Prell, it was like Dawn dish soap! And you could get detangling creme rinses, but no conditioner. So people only washed their hair about once a week.

[@quit-rt4vz]

This is kinda old but it worth it to get a filter if youre water is already soft

[@StellaWaldvogel]

Fact. As a teenager I desperately wanted hip length hair, but could never quite get to waist length. Later, when my kids were little, I started wearing my hair in a single plait in the back for practical reasons and it shot down to mid-thigh! I finally cut it into a late 30's-early 40's long bob because people always wanted to touch it. Strangers would walk up behind me and PUT THEIR HANDS ON MY HAIR. I'd spin around ready to fight for my life and it was just some idiot complimenting my hair. So I don't wear it like that any more. But protective hairstyles do work, they do what products don't.

[@blah914]

yeah whats up with that? i had a dude stick his hand to scalp randomly on the street to "see if it was real" like wtf man! u scared the soul outta my body!

[@sneakylemon8513]

I KNOW RIGHT! Old ladies at the super market LOVE to touch my hair and it's SO CREEPY!

[@cutecheerfreak1]

As a black woman, didn’t it suck so much? Then they will wonder why you don’t appreciate the compliment, idk you a stranger just a assaulted me first that’s why

[@argusfleibeit1165]

I started wearing my braid over my shoulder in the front. Few people seem to want to fiddle around your boob area to grab your hair. I also used to hear of people getting their long hair cut off on buses when it was going down their backs, so I was a little phobic about not being able to see someone getting their hands on my hair.

[@AnotherSkyTV]

@@argusfleibeit1165 yep, it happened to me in my teens. I had classic length (past my butt) hair and some guy cut part off on the bus. Lol.

[@BryannaGordin99]

I think the biggest struggle for me with protective hairstyles is that I am very sensitive to any type of updo. I get a headache halfway through the day just from having my hair in a bun😩

[@hvnterly8388]

Same. I have thin hair that looks okay grown out, but even when it’s shoulder length, it’s not terribly thick. I’m thinking of doing a half/half hair care style, where I do the protective styles as much as I can, but also keep my hair short/medium length. Even when my hair is just to the ends of my shoulder blades, I start getting frequent headaches and neck pain, regardless if it’s been up, down, or braided 😢

[@Gomba13]

What do you get headaches from? If you do a proper updo, it shouldn't hurt. A proper updo doesn't pull hair taut, pulling hair taut leads to breakage and damage to hair follicles on top of being uncomfortable. I use updos all the time to compensate for fine hair which is more prone to damage by virtue of being fine, but I don't have any discomfort because I always have a mind to not stress my hair or scalp. An example is using elastic bands with hooks at the ends instead of classic elastics, not brushing hair when it is wet, and avoiding any tension when styling. The only discomfort à ever experience is getting an itch under an updo, which is challenging to scratch without messing up your hair.

[@BryannaGordin99]

@@Gomba13 well that’s what I’m saying, I need to learn how to do it properly. it’s also not so easy to do an loose updo with short hair😅

[@catbeara]

Crabs clips! I hate doing buns or ponytails with hair elastics because yeah I get headaches and it feels really tight and irritating. But if I do a loose bun with a crab clip it's fine. I wear my hair like that almost all the time and it's very comfortable. :)

[@sorelyanlie2784]

@@BryannaGordin99 I get migraines really easy as well and they definitely are made worse when I put my hair in certain types of updo. I think the issue with the bun is that the weight and tension is all in one place. I prefer to make several braids and do a crown style (like what she wears in this video) because that evenly distributes the weight all the way around my head, stays in place better throughout the day, and since I also wear a head covering for religious reasons it keeps my covering in place better (I realize that’s not a factor for a lot of people, but I thought I’d mention it). It actually is less prone to giving me a migraine that just wearing a regular braid or even loose.

[@Sur5r]

I am 62 years old. My hair is about an inch below the back of my knees. I have had long hair all my life as far back as I can remember. Last short hairdo, I was 5 years old and my mother gave me a pixie cut and I hated it. I trim it once a year and take off a half inch. I treat my hair like each strand is a goddess and deserves special, gentle treatment. I shower daily, however I shampoo my hair 3 times a week, never more than that so it doesn't get too stripped of natural oils hair needs. I will not use commercial brand name hair products on my hair. I'm old school and use old school methods I learned when my great grandmother was alive. I am so blessed she lived to 107. I learned so much from her and passed that knowledge down to my kids and grandkids. I've decided the only way I am going to cut my hair (short - shoulder length) now, will be the day I can no longer care for my hair myself. Until then - I still have (at the least) another decade (10 years) left or longer, of these extra long reddish brown locks first. And amazingly, very little grey hair on my head and I haven't colored it since I was in my 30's, half a lifetime ago.

[@user-om4kp1tj3z]

Can you share your granny's old school methods? Sounds amazing!

[@pamulawallace4330]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😊😊😊

[@CallOutToJesus_Romans10_13]

I am very much younger, but have a few grey hairs.

[@veronicaray4026]

I am an older black woman .. I always watch your videos.. take your advice on my hair and my children to achieve super long hair.. can’t wait for your protective tutorial on shorter hair.. I have shoulder length right now..

[@sylviaanderson704]

So what did you do to get shoulder length hair you never had extensions or anything do you wear a permanent in your shoulder length hair ?just curious

[@sylviaanderson704]

Exactly what is the age of an older black woman

[@mirandaokon]

@Veronica Ray in her previous video’s this You Tuber stated she sought advice from women like YOU😊

[@LethalLemonLime]

@@sylviaanderson704 shoulder length is pretty typical... why would she have had to do anything special to achieve that?

[@sylviaanderson704]

Hello darling , why would the older black woman need someone to reply for her! From one Older black woman in my sixties to another 👩🏽why would you make my question to her your concern ? It’s a simple question can you actually answer it for her or not? Because your answer is not necessarily true 🧐 good evening 🤗

[@viogieviogie]

I started your washing routine earlier this week! I already have hip length hair, but I’ve always felt it was a bit thin and it always felt dry and unhappy no matter what “natural ingredient” brands I used. It constantly tangled and I found myself brushing all the time. One wash treatment and some light jojoba oil later and my hair is permanently silky! I haven’t seen it this happy in years!! Im hooked 💖

[@rachellebrooke4614]

Wow!!!

[@elineeugenie5224]

Awesome!

[@viogieviogie]

@@sl4983 Its a bit of a hyperbole to say permanent, but yes, after the one wash followed by jojoba + aloe solution spray my hair stayed silky for days which is a drastic change to how unruly it usually is.

[@iahelcathartesaura3887]

My hair loves jojoba oil too! It's actually not an oil, but is a naturally liquid wax, kind of interesting. I'm a massage therapist, and jojoba will dry & crack my skin within a week or two. But my hair adores it.

[@zzz.1777]

what do you use for conditioner? does your hair stay hydrated? I made my own conditioner from honey, shea butter, coconut oil and many other oils, I dont know if the water will wash it out or should i condition first and then “shampoo” with rhassoul clay?

[@akabeni_mj]

I'm an Oirad Mongolian woman, and I'm proud to tell that my ancestors wore silk cases on the braids to protect them. 😊

[@manager-nim2623]

As an East African, everything you said to protect long hair is something everyone in my country does as the norm (but not everyone sticks to it) I’ve always done twisted buns, braids and updos, wash my hair every few weeks because it never gets dirty or oily + I’m a hijab I so that provides extra protection and trimming every couple months

[@katiehoskins22]

Salam alaikum how do you tie your hair under your hijab? I'm Caucasian so my hair is straight and lately I've started braiding it then clipping it to protect and not pull as much as a bun.

[@flourishing_wilderness6072]

If your hair is 4c box braids are no no

[@manager-nim2623]

@@katiehoskins22 i used to twist into a bun but you could also braid it then twist it like a bun and secure with a soft scrunchies or anything that keeps it in place. Hope that helps

[@noirunes]

I'm east african (specifically from the horn) and yes you're right!! it is the norm, little girls often keep their hair in neat braids, young girls and women keep our hair in buns and updos, sometimes braids (i myself prefer braids over buns so my hair is mostly in cornrows and other braiding styles) i wear it loose (in a wash n go) occasionally, but i mostly keep it in braids for protection

[@ibraidhair]

It took lots of work and care over a period of 10 years to get my hair from my waist to my tailbone. But I wore it down 90% of the time. After having babies, I started wearing it up 90% of the time (mom bun!). It grew from tailbone to fingertips literally by accident in a couple years!!

[@pettylilthing]

Protective styles is how I grew out my hair. My hair is super curly, I used pomades, butters, oils, and grease in my hair and after 3 months I noticed a lot of length. When I stopped doing protective styles my hair started to get split ends and wasn’t growing at the rate I wanted it to. So I recently put my hair in mini twist to grow it out longer again 😊

[@reveamaneddine7758]

does it curl after you remove the protective style?

[@misscogito9865]

@@reveamaneddine7758 I guess it depends on how tightly you twist it, but most curls will relax when tied up. Protecting hair and being able to let it down and have it curly without any styling are self contradictory

[@Bianca-vr3ll]

This just makes me realise how wise black/Indian/native people are for using oils, doing protective styles since forever and still using this knowledge!

[@baby1648]

THIS! I recently saw a black girl talk about how kinky haired girls should stop “shapeshifting” their hair and wear it in its natural state, no oils or braids needed. Her hair was beautiful and I thoughtfully she had a point until I remembered that we (meaning humans in general) have been wearing our hair in braids and using oils since the start of the human race. What we’re doing is what we know.

[@katie7748]

​@@baby1648 Yep. I'm sorry but it drives me nuts when people try to claim that one group or another is the sole inventor of this stuff.

[@annwamuyu8934]

As an African woman , I am glad I found this video and the Ayurvedic oil recipe. Now I understand why I love simple protective styles

[@reneeiu]

Finally! Someone wants to talk about health as it relates to beauty! It's so easy to find videos about harsh chemicals and styling techniques that destroy your hair but almost impossible to find good advice about how to preserve hair... thank you for posting this!

[@thegracklepeck]

Thank you for mentioning with the front hairline in this video! I've definitely had problems in the past where I pulled it too much on the front of my hairline and it's either broken the hairs off because I was pulling it back while it was wet or overly damp or just putting too much tension on it and ending up with thinning. Super important and I loved having the examples in pictures of how to both add visual interest as well as protect that hair.

[@melissaegbertson9100]

Some folks may find, as I did, that combing my hair with a very large gap comb was much better for my hair than brushing it, which seemed to pull out too many hairs. Also I have found that an updo is actually way faster to get done than a short hairstyle, that requires a lot of curling or blowing dry and shaping. I’m glad when I was a young mom I didn’t cut off my hair “ to save time”. I’ve saved a ton of money not getting my hair trimmed regularly and a lot of time not fussing over the style. My hair is below my waist.

[@Mantras-and-Mystics]

Exactly - brushes really damage your hair. I can't bear to see someone wildly using a brush! Wide tooth combs are the way to go. After coming mine with such, I then use a finer toothed comb to smooth it out. Then I put it into a plait. I've never had trouble growing very long hair. 😊

[@puck6080]

I cut my own hair into a short bob, any split ends I get I just trim immediately. I would never be able to force myself into doing updos, spending extra money on products (since more hair means more shampoo and conditioner used), or go into a hair salon for trims. Both long and short hair is easy for various people. For me, short hair genuinely is saving me time and money.

[@DragonHippie]

I ditched plastic and only use wooden combs now or sometimes I use a boar brush to smooth my hairline if I want a smooth look

[@katie7748]

​@@Mantras-and-Mystics Depends on your hair and the brush or comb. There is no one size fits all way to take care of hair.

[@rachellebrooke4614]

I’ve never considered protective styles but this makes perfect sense. I’m definitely going to incorporate this

[@TrinaGallo]

I just LOVE your approach to growing long beautiful hair. I’m a hair AND history buff! You’ve found an amazing way to grow those beautiful curls- I remember your story from a previous video. 🌺💕

[@HealthglowsNet]

I am blown away by how much KNOWLEDGE you have, how you are a born teacher, how methodically you teach, and how passionate you are. I will use most of your affiliate links darling. THANK YOU!

[@suzieqgm643]

I’m so glad I found your channel and I wish you lived near me and you could show me what to do! I’m gonna watch all the videos to learn. I now understand why my hair stops at just below my shoulders and breaks/snaps and falls out twice a year ❤ thank you so much 😊

[@Alveiren]

I LOVE this video! Thank you for sharing all of the things you've learned about hair care and I really am looking forward to the protective hairstyles one coming up in the spring. I hope you are indeed able to show how to do those on heads with shorter hair, since most of us don't have hair as long as yours. Mine is also shorter than I usually keep it because I HAVE to wear mine up (military) every single day and chopped it off in 2020 to give my head a break from the constant weight. It's collarbone length now and by the time it gets back to rib length, I'm hoping to have mastered some of these protective hairstyles. Your first two hair videos were actually what pulled me in to your channel and I love all of it!

[@jackelinevalladares7118]

Your video on how you grew long hair tips changed my hair routine for life, not only my hair has become soft and moisturized by applying the principles you stated but now three months later my hair grew more than it used to...also the breakage has reduced tremendously...THANK YOU SO MUCH! Now braiding my hair, oils, gentle brushing and more natural hair care will be on my life always!

[@fangirl258]

i’m so excited for the next video, my current go to style is a single braid that i then sort of fold and and hold up with a claw clip, but i don’t know it it’s truly protective, the ends half the time are still out even if they’re not rubbing against my clothes now. i’ve always wanted to do more fancy protective styles but i’ve never been able to get them down. with how clear and informative all of your videos are though i have no doubts that i’ll be able to follow along with your next video! thank you so much for these

[@rachelroot2913]

Can't wait for the next video! I've been wearing mine in a ponytail a lot lately and thinking the constant tension isn't good. Wondering how to do those lovely historical updos. Fellow long haired curly hair here (got to tailbone, cut it, growing back out). I love your channel

[@aesopsoze]

I had to revisit this. Excellent research. I particularly liked it when you demonstrated the affects of wearing your hair the wrong way.

[@readingdestination9025]

I’ve only put my hair up in the heat of summer and in a braid all other times; you have now inspired me to do it all the time. Thank you.

[@musicalexistence1]

This was really really great for me and I got some good insights on my current hair health journey. Thank you!

[@niamha301]

Thank you so much for the tips, I was definitely one of those people who did "protective hairstyles" wrong. Which I now realise was the cause for all the tiny baby hairs at my hair line😅 So thank you for clearing that up and here is to long healthy hair👍

[@cherry.s]

I came across your channel a couple days ago and I absolutely love it.. I love how calm you are.. just keep doing what you're doing.. you're amazing..

[@mariaconforti8264]

I am so glad I came across your videos. Been growing hair long for years now. I've been doing the curly hair girl method and have been dealing with exactly what you said. Also having the alopecia from years of ponytails and messy buns. So looking forward to starting this new method. Thank you.

[@primordialmeow7249]

Wonderful video! I began growing out my hair during the lockdown and stopped coloring it. My hair is now below my shouldes and gently layered. I love my natural color. I only wear my hair down and styled lightly 2 days a week. I have learned so much from you and others. BTW: I'm 68! Never too late! ❤️

[@iahelcathartesaura3887]

Thank you! I just turned 61 and I have maybe a third to a quarter of my hair left, and the hairs are very thin. Very disorienting. My hair used to look like the lady in the Pantene commercial all my life! You have given me even more hope and I thank you 😊🧡

[@lashleylorraine4438]

I love your breezy, thorough information delivery. Looking forward to your protective style demos...

[@italyvii]

I have 4c hair but I love history it was always my favorite subject and I love hair talk and super long hair . I luv how u tie the 2 together . Super unique and interesting. U give me motivation to keep growing!

[@heathermattern]

This is so fascinating!! I’m excited to try these but do have shorter shoulder length hair. I’m excited to hear more short hair tips!

[@thedevilandhertrumpets4268]

I’m very much looking forward to the tutorial follow up to this video! I’m glad I found your informative and well-researched channel 💜

[@karenbecker7978]

Glad you made this video. A lot of women are seeing these images of Victorian women with super long hair. The culture back in those days was different than now on how people looked at hair being down on grown woman. I once read that a woman going out in public with her hair down was like going out in her underwear! That is hard for us women to get these days but, if you notice most of the photos of these women were done inside a house or studio setting. In fact, it was such a "very personal thing" that even prostitutes weren't usually photographed with there hair down The idea of you taking your hair down was kind of something that a woman did in a bedroom situation and probably just for her husband's eyes only. Glad that you mentioned the hair care. I call it hair vacation days. Just keeping your hair up and protected. Love the videos you produce I find them very educational. Have a blessed day!

[@ttschrock7126]

Your talent are words and careful explanations. I have learned so much! I am 63, had a pixie in 2018 and now it is chest length. You have taught me so much!!!! I never follow precisely one person, but I really follow your suggestions! Thank you.

[@boethia7367]

I can't wait to see the tutorial. All the ones I've tried hurt my very sensitive scalp, but I've only done types of buns and the weight is always centered in one spot. It also tugs at the front section. You covered all of my concerns and current issues.

[@elizabethlight9697]

Katherine, I am DYING to see your protective styles tutorial! You've got us waiting with baited breath 🤓

[@marahsoore6452]

Thank you for this video! Years ago I started to keep my hair in more vintage styles and I noticed my hair had gotten longer than it ever did before. I fell out of doing it because of depression but I remember how easy it was to pin my hair and tuck all my ends away. I've been wanting to grow my hair out again and I already stopped using harmful shampoos and I limit the amount of washing my hair goes through (going through a wavy hair journey), but a protective style is something I totally forgot about. Guess I'll be pulling out my bobby pins and silk hairties!

[@alanaasci]

I’d love to learn more about how to do protective styles on medium (shoulder) length hair! Thank you for this video, I learned a lot!

[@verani1533]

Loved this!! Looking forward to both the video about the various protective hairstyles and the video about how you style your hair for bed!! 💗

[@714rooster]

You're such an inspiration 💛 ✨️ I love how detailed you are in everything you have to say. I'm amazed at how beautiful you look with your long hair in comparison to the pictures of when you cut it off to start over. I have always thought women look more beautiful with an amazing head of hair. My mother has always had short hair and never taught me how to care for my hair. I have never been successful at getting it to grow beyond the middle of my back. With you and your wonderful advice, I believe I can achieve the length I have always wanted . Thank you.

[@charismcintyre8966]

I'm so excited to see those protective hair style tutorials!! I have very long hair and i have been contemplating chopping it off before my first baby arrives next month... maybe those hairstyles will help me keep my hair healthy!

[@heatherchapman2485]

I am ready for the hairstyles video. I just found you today and love all of the information you have put together. Thank you!!

[@jessicabonner6395]

You’re 100% on point! My hair is about 4 feet long at the moment. I try to preach similar things you’ve mentioned but it seems like everyone is so stuck on using hot tools too often and wearing their hair down

[@cara2011plts]

I’m so excited to try protective styles! I recently started a house cleaning business and my perma-messy-bun is definitely damaging my hair. Thank you!!!

[@mh-mw5wl]

Thank you so much Katherine, over the past month you have single-handedly changed my routines. I have watched other people, but it was you really. It was also you that got me sewing again. Thank you, you are wonderful!!!

[@karenbuhagiar491]

I love your information rich presentations! I’ve learned a lot from you and appreciate your content very much!

[@terhif.1980]

I love your long videos because they are so informative and you speak in peaceful pace. Some of the videos in KZbin are spoken in such a hectic pace that it’s difficult to watch! So, thumbs up for you! In your next video I’m hoping to see some tips for finer hair also. My pony tail is just fraction of the volume you have with your hair. Metal pins and hair clips tend to cut my hair when worn on a regular basis.

[@kerrypew710]

Thank you for your beautiful posts! I’m growing it out again at 58 yo and your videos are the exact help and encouragement I need!! 🙌🏼

[@kristinataddei8138]

I can't wait to see those "protective styles"......love your channel and all the information you gives us ladies, who want to grow our hair long no matter what age, color, or texture we have.....thank you for all the time and effort it takes to put these videos together....much....much ....much appreciated 👍!!!....

[@ATreat-lt9kh]

This answers so many of my questions. Until recently, I was actually under the misconception that wearing my hair loose was actually good for it. When I recently became aware of the concept of protective styling, I began to realize why my hair suffers from dreadful split ends and will not grow. I am looking forward to the next video so that I can get further insight into how to apply this information.

[@lovinglifebutnotonearth3909]

I heard that too tight can cause breakage

[@KimomoDragon]

How lovely that you have so fully come to love and embrace what was a childhood insecurity. 🥰 Your hair truly is incredibly beautiful. Thank you for sharing your tips with us.

[@eleuthera1]

I love your hairstyle in this video! 😍 Stunning!

[@felizinthewoods6130]

Love your videos about your hair, sewing and everything. But i’m always curious about your makeup and skincare. Because, womannnn! You look amazing.

[@BIPDSHAWAII]

Great video. I love the explanations . Looking forward to some 5-10 minute videos 💕💕

[@sarahlynne4528]

Loving these videos and i really would love to see more about your diet/supplements you take, skincare routine, and makeup!! Your makeup and skin look gorgeous!

[@jasmines.2829]

This is a great video. Well done. Love the information and how you present it . Great teacher, kept my attention the whole time. Length retention here I come 🙂

[@ivyagamet4045]

After researching for a few years now, this is a perfect video for those getting into seriously growing their hair. Awesome resource and great information. 👏 I hope to see more videos, I would love to see the ones you have mentioned. I have looked into the LHC (long hair community), and it is good, but not user friendly for everyone. I would love to see examples or creative ideas for protective hair styles and natural hair treatments!

[@danihall3676]

I know this is a hair care tutorial, which I so appreciate, but I have to say you wear the loveliest blouses in your videos. I'm new to your channel and looking forward to watching your sewing videos as I also sew. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. 💜

[@MistySlocomb]

Really looking forward to the styles video. I love your presentation method.

[@LVSpeedweLL]

Thank you Katherine! Older woman here. Growing my hair long… again. It’s shoulder length now. 🙏🏼 I gathered up the ingredients 2 weeks ago for hair oil recipe you shared and joyfully waiting and shaking 🫙 the infusion. In the mean time, taking MSM😝have done brushing and once a week single oil at night and clay wash 😄and seeing improvement in texture; and trusting the length and thickness will happen in time. Appreciate your thoroughness and detail in all your videos very helpful.💖looking forward to part two!

[@julesxxx5667]

Im half way thru the video, undoing my messy bun lol So pleased to have found this, thank you x

[@hayleysewell6382]

Excited about the next video! I had to cut my hair to shoulder length to start over and I have no idea how to wear it to protect it now that it’s so short😭

[@cristenweinberg3855]

My hair is very similar to yours...can't wait to see next video on how to do these protective styles. They would b perfect for me, as I would wear them more often than not. I need to wear up for work and generally wear down for special occasions only. Guilty of going from regular braid to ponytail to bun though, so, I'm really not protecting like I thought. Thank u!

[@GuardianattheGateway]

I’ve been using some of your techniques since your historical long hair care video and I can already see lots of baby hairs growing back in at my hairline. My hair is so much happier already! Thank you.

[@KatherineSewing]

I'm so glad, and thank you! ❤

[@daisytoromanzano8865]

@@KatherineSewingThanks so much for the info. I’ll give a try.

[@lea6555]

100% facts. I am 54 and have had waist length hair for at least 30 years. I have, without realising it, been doing all of these things(except one very important one} this whole time - washing my hair maybe once a month, brushing with natural bristle brushes, protective hairstyles with the ends tucked in, using oils and massage. The one important thing i have done that now, a bit late in the piece, i regret, is constantly wearing ponytails. Traction alopecia is real folks, and my hairline has paid the price. However, after realising i was damaging the follicles I started looking after it by separating the front section. It hasn't receded further. I'm even hopeful with a bit of extra care, I can retrieve it! Thanks to you and your invaluable advice. Subbed! 😘😘😘

[@sarahhope9391]

I just want to say that I’ve found your videos to be really inspiring. For several years I’ve been trying to go more natural with my hair care, and the success has been mostly a mixed bag. A few months ago, in a fit of frustration I decided to have my hair cut off in a medium lob cut. I was going through some things at home and just didn’t have the time or energy to properly care for it. I do regret it a little now, since I haven’t been able to wear my hair up in a bun or French twist like before. I’ve seen you other videos and decided to start over and give it another go.

[@BlizzardBliss_]

I’m gonna follow this whole thing. I slipped into my satin bonnet as I watched this 😅 I also have to say, listening to you talk is rather soothing. You’re also classically beautiful ❤

[@mark9226]

Our family has been researching ancestral food & health for 10+ years (diet/nutrition definitely has something to do with modern hair health, in my opinion!). I've always thought there must be something better for our hair, too, so I was glad to find your hair video series. I moved to the Canadian prairies many years ago and have always felt that my hair should not be exposed to the dry winter air. I've been wanting to learn how to do my hair up nicely, but have always had pain from the ponytails/buns. My scalp is sensitive, so even bobby pins touching puts some pressure on that ends up causing pain. I'm looking forward to your tutorials and sure appreciate the educational info you include, too. It's good to know the "why." Thanks! - Katie

[@erdbar718]

Morgan Donner has a video called "I stopped wearing hair elastics for a year" in which she shows some hairstyles with a string of yarn/strip of fabric and those seemed quite gentle to the hair (also no bobby pins involved). Maybe something like this could work?

[@leahfreeman5432]

What are some ways you keep your ears warm when you're outside and have hair in a protective style?

[@marayas7618]

Canada air is the best !!! So fresh i saw a huge diference coming from israel to magnificent country Canada love u all😘😘😘

[@katie7748]

​@@leahfreeman5432Earmuffs (some go over your head, some go around the back of your head) or warm headbands. Or take a warm scarf over your head and tie/wrap it under your chin/around your neck. That's what my gramma did. Upper Midwest girl here 😊

[@Pixel-Lucas]

THis was VERY helpful! I wear my hair in braids a lot as, what I thought was, a protective style. My hair is down to, say, mid ribcage. It was down to my waist by I had the ends cut because they were so dry and damaged. I had never considered that my braids were actually damaging my ends! (Which they surely were, due to the elastics I used). I can't wait to check out more of your videos on protective hair styles!

[@ellemarkele6081]

Your vids are so informative. Love them!!

[@Gracie2276]

Great information! I can’t wait to see the others. For the first time in my life (I’m 47) I’m trying to grow long healthy hair so I’m trying to do all the things 😊

[@animalkin7127]

Yes to all of this!!! Discovering hair sticks and how to use them in protective styles was ultimately what got me from bra strap length to hip length! My hair is 30 inches long and it’s never been in better condition

[@cyclewisecaitlin]

Do you have any resources for using hair sticks? Are these like the kind that you use to secure a bun in place?

[@cc6546]

Ahh this is very informative! Subscribed! I thought a simple braid was protective. I didn't realise it had to be pinned up and away from the body. I pulled out a hair pin as soon as I got to that part of the video haha. I have hair that doesn't grow past my shoulder blades and I've begun to change how I care for my hair. My dream is to have hip length hair that I can put in beautiful historical styles ❤❤ (I'm a huge Georgian, Victorian nut)

[@sarahbrab3052]

This makes sense. My little sister always has her hair in a braid. It is almost past her knees. Thank you ! Will start right now!

[@danielledegeorge2129]

My hair is like that, it just stopped growing once it reached my lower back and it's just stayed that length now for about 2 years. Thank you for this video! I'm going to be trying some protective hairstyles and changing to henna dye instead of commercial dyes

[@elisabethprice4697]

I definitely what to explore this more and wear protective styles more often! I already do some historical hairstyles but I don’t do them every day! So i will be doing that more in the future as well as other protective styles!

[@Heartfeltdesigns54]

Love your information. As an added note, women not only wore their hair up but used to wear caps or other sort of head covering which was also protective.

[@TheDutchOracle]

I love this video! Great information and lovely visuals 🌺 You've done a great job collecting beautiful pictures

[@coffeelvnwmn8706]

Thank you so much for this very informative video, I look forward to seeing the next videos, and will watch the ones linked on this video. I too am glad your video popped up as a suggestion, and I have subbed.😊 Your video couldn't have been more timely as I'm in the process of growing out my hair--at the moment, it's shoulder length. I've had two people mess up my hair (as I've had it short for many years) and I'm done w/anyone touching my hair again; and after what you said about hair being less manipulated, the better for growth. Once again, thank you. ~Blessings from Texas.🤠💗

[@gloomy9100]

I work in a kitchen so im often in a dry enviroment and needing to put my hair up ans have been wondering why my temples have had significantly less hair. This video found me just in time. Thank you and can't wait to see the tutorials of the hairstyles

[@terrieannschmearer]

I'm anticipating your next video. I'm an older woman with fine gray curly hair. I've started using clay and jojoba oil. My hair is different lengths because it's been layered. It's just a little below shoulder length in the back, but not on the sides. I am so interested in seeing your protective hair styles video. Thank you so much. :)

[@annabellehyde1198]

This all makes sense. I am so happy that you decided to tell us all about your findings. I am following your advice and getting half an inch of growth per month.

[@ministersofthenewcovenant2951]

Your channel is awesome! Just found it last night

[@poetmaggie1]

I am thinking that your beautiful hair and hair styles and your great style of teaching will give your children great memories.

[@triplejmom7826]

Thank you for this info. For many years my hair has gotten thinner & thinner & as of 10 years ago I got it trimmed & it stopped growing. I’ve been starting some of your hair care routine that I can afford. My hair has gotten softer & nicer. I’ve noticed some bald spots getting baby hairs😊. I’m looking forward to doing & trying more stuff. ❤ thanks

[@psychicstripper5182]

Thank u! Can’t wait for the styling video 💛

[@lindawaxman570]

Wildly informative. I also shared with a friend who's has very long thick hair.

[@quickscourierservice7267]

Great information! I have long hair to my thighs and already do some of the things you’ve mentioned. I wash my hair once a week and I don’t brush it wet. I have been looking for better ways to wear my hair up because my husband hates the messy bun look so I usually wear it in a ponytail...that makes my head hurt! I look forward to your video on wearing it up and balancing it evenly on the scalp. I do have gray hair and don’t want to look like an old maid. Lol. I only use coconut oil in my hair and I get so many compliments on how healthy and beautiful my hair is.

[@boethia7367]

I can't wait until your night time hair care routine video!🩷

[@rosaarias7128]

good encouragement to take care of my hair. thank you

[@angelique2934]

My bestfriend and I had a bet going on, about who could grow her hair longer. In the end we both had almost hip-long hair. And I always wore my hair in a bun or braided, didn’t blow dry it often, etc. Wearing it open and down was so impractical 😅 It got stuck in the car door, or it was impossible to put on a jacket 🧥🙈

[@katie7748]

Yes! I see these girls/women with Galadriel hair out and about and I don't understand how they aren't getting it caught on doorframes, stuck in car doors, in the sink doing dishes, tangled and frizzy wearing winter coats and scarves...not to mention constantly in their faces. To each their own (it's their hair - they have to live with it, not me) but I can't stand my hair down. It's too in the way lol

[@YouHaveAGoodPoint]

Thanks Katherine. Can’t wait to see more. I will donate to u.

[@allisonsiebecker4595]

Hi Katherine, would you consider doing a video about your make up routine? Your make up is so lovely! Thank you for the wonderful hair videos ❤️

[@roseystroup]

I am so glad you are making this video and channel. I have very long hair Hispanic, and I am almost 50 years old. I noticed my hair is getting thinner, and some is falling so I need tips how to keep my hair healthier. I predominantly use a hair piece over my bun to prevent damage and breakage.

[@laraleveuvre886]

This is the best thing I’ve ever seen. Everything you said just explained my problem, from where my ends are dry but scalp is oily and my hair seems to only get to one length and then not grow. And all my hair stylist place it down to the products I use and not the way I style or protect my hair. I’m going to start doing this and I’m so excited to see the difference