thrift shopping, trying new foods, spa day | NEWVEMBER continued... VLOG

[@pat1cak311]

Showing truth to the hard days is so much more relatable, imo. My daughter and I have been trying our own Newvember with you, and sometimes it is just ‘I heard a new song’ or ‘I wore a new pair of socks’ Hugs to you on the hard days, especially because you are here for ours in this YT way

[@MelissaMerk]

love that! 💕

[@katrinacool]

Please don't be so hard on yourself- we all love your content! Yes, shorter days make me less motivated too but I also have the luxury of a much warmer climate. I won't give you hair advice except to definitely get the extensions- we only live once so do what's best for you. And if you find anything that works for your hair please share! I am enjoying your November videos and extra hugs to Tika. 🥰☺️❤️😊🌴🦩☀️

[@ursulaleonowicz2744]

Personally, I love the Newvember vlogs, I think you're hair looks great (it's so much longer than it was a few years ago!) and the new configuration looks great, but you should try the plant on the other side (next to the mirror).

[@jenniferwebre6328]

I get you with your mood and the weather and feeling critical about what you make. Sometimes it’s not the what, but the fact that you are showing up to make it. Sending you some sun. ❤

[@carolynknapp7644]

I love your vlogs and when you don't post for a while you are definitely missed! ❤ appreciate your honesty and vulnerability it's different bc most influencers like to show off how "perfect" they are all the time

[@courtneyhurlbert7541]

'thanks for being here... invite your friends' 🤣

[@user-rz5nu9mg7c]

I love your vlogs-don’t change. They are perfect.

[@gisellewences7660]

Love you girl! We all have our ups and downs. Love watching any and all your videos. Your so relatable, chill, and fun to watch- even if you think it’s blah content it’s not blah to us! ❤

[@Iozmcg]

Sorry you’re feeling so down recently ❤ Just know you’re not alone and that everyone who watches your content is happy for anything that you post. I’ve been watching your vids for a long time and honestly only watch maybe like 3 people regularly on KZbin. I feel like I’ve watched your vids for so long that it feels like catching up with my overseas friend and seeing what she’s been up to haha. My hair has been a bit of an issue for me the past couple years too so I feel your pain. I’ve seen the js vitamins reviewed super well but also. I tossed up between the two and decided on the viviscal which I just received, so I’m hoping that’ll work well 🤷🏼‍♀️ I think for your front nook area you should try and install a mirror to take up the whole wall, that would look amazing and make the area feel bigger, that other one is a bit small for it and you could steal it for your bedroom 😊

[@rowenazheng3018]

Honestly, I started watching your videos since my first year in high school now I’m a master student. I felt like you are my older sister growing up together on KZbin. So we old subscribers love everything u post.😘

[@MelissaMerk]

🥺❤️

[@gabbyiversen8915]

We love you Melissa! And all of us northerners feel the same girl with the weather change and it being dark. Definitely don’t be so hard on yourself and be kind to yourself like the yoga class lesson. I still think your content has been entertaining and I enjoy watching your videos.

[@nikolkarybarova]

Hey Melissa, I love your authentic vlogs, we all strugelling with our own problems and it is great, when you are sharing,your thoughts with us. Please keep continue with these vlogs, and if I can give you an advice do not avoid to the events, they can be good in networking and meeting new people and they also can motivate you ❤️ also I have the same issue with hair as you, they have ups and downs, they are shining and you know how it continue🙈 and I also want to get extentions, but I am a bit scared of other people reaction, you know🙈

[@Khadoij]

Dear Melissa, I do feel you trying everything for your hair. All I want to give my advice is rosemary spray absolutely amazing!! All you need is fresh rosemary with boiling water in stove for 15 minutes then cool them for another 15 minutes. Spray before you shower your hair about hour and that it. Believe me it will grow back your hair after two week you will find a baby hair! I hope that work for you 🤍.

[@ashleyrose2652]

I've been watching you for years and I love your content but today you actually made me laugh out loud when you came back from the yoga class and talked about your hair again. That was funny!

[@makenzieferguson1828]

I feel so similarly. Hearing someone else say what you have makes me feel better to be real. Everything will get better. One thing at a time. You're a great person and your content is always good. Slow days or busy. Give yourself credit and compassion. 🙂

[@MelissaMerk]

❤️❤️

[@raymiemcnamara6899]

You would look so good with short hair! You’d look so edgy and it would be such a look on you!❤

[@anniehryshai2511]

Thank you for being open as always ! 😍Wish you to gain a lot of energy back and have fun! 😉

[@MelissaMerk]

💕🤗

[@shaeleung1690]

I'm actually starting a parasite cleanse today! I'm working with a functional practitioner though because killing off parasites can have some pretty shitty side effects. Also we've been loving your Newvember vlogs :)

[@katiie7]

Yes! Coffee enemas for any physical or mood changes can be a life saver during cleansing time you feel like a new human as weird as it sounds lol but helps rid the toxic bile too

[@katiie7]

For scalp issues. Check vitamin A levels in blood work

[@allthingshealthy2314]

If you do the parasite cleanse, make sure you take a binder (like charcoal for example) because you want to make sure you’re mopping up whatever your body is trying to purge itself of. Otherwise die off is really rough

[@IATRx]

We love November vlogs !!!

[@Ccsford82]

I've noticed so much new hair growth from collagen (vital proteins) after 3-4 months of putting a scoop in my coffee. I feel you on the lack motivation and I've heard many people say the same, it's almost like there's a weird energy going around. Give yourself grace :)

[@jeannesuen]

I love all of your vlogs, you are the only KZbin channel I don’t press fast forward 😆 don’t be too hard on yourself, content creating is hard 🥺

[@MelissaMerk]

thanks for watching! ❤️

[@Legnara]

My hair is just like yours!! It used to be a full hair but the ends are see-through too!! I’ve tried it all and I can’t fix it!!You are lucky to be able to put the extensions on!! I love your vlogs, by the way!! ❤❤❤

[@rhianonanniemcdowell7369]

I felt so much of this! From hair only growing to a certain point and then BOOM see-through ends, to having zero motivation or desire to do anything. November is a rough month this time around. That’s for sure!

[@makeupp365]

i feel like u have more volume in the body of ur hair now! ur ends haven't filled out but root to earlobes looks great🎉

[@truthspeaker6974]

You should do the mirror wall where you buy 6 long mirrors from Walmart and cover one wall. Looks elegant and is a new trend

[@katiechristianson1775]

Love newvember such a fun concept. Also matcha mochi is delightful!

[@tumorra951]

The saying, "done is better than perfect" comes to mind. But yes, it is hard dealing with those in a more susceptible point in time (gloomy weather). Have you tried those sun lamps for vit D boost? I wonder if they work.

[@kocoaberry7041]

I have the same problem with my hair. I started doing hot oil treatment and deep conditions before I wash my hair and I've seen a big Improvement. No, extensions do not cause the problem but they make it worse.

[@nathaliaotero]

I arrived here in Vancouver 3 months ago and what helped me was bioderm anti irritation ultra noutrissant

[@traceystanphill725]

Girl, paint those walls a dark color! It would really set it off.

[@jeannelle_]

Okay that's so cool, never heard of Newvember, but that's awesome! I don't have the patience for thrifting either! There are so many good finds but I wish someone can just do it for me haha!

[@lasvegaskillers11]

I love whatever you create ✨️ 💛

[@imagingerxo]

Girl, Mars retrograde is all about self love, we’re gonna all feel this collectively until about January 12th. Love you 💗 and be kind to yourself 🥰

[@msmintygreen]

Haha I love the “I don’t want advice” I like the self awareness. Is dating going to be a something new we see?!?! 😏

[@kimbi98]

Loved this vid! You’re doing great❤️ You should give a teeth update next vlog. I’ve been interested about composite bonding since you mentioned it!

[@mariamrz6018]

I never had flaky head/dandruff until covid (idk why, maybe stress or genetics cuz my parents have eczema and my dad also diagnosed himself with psoriasis XD LOL ), and I couldnt see a doctor back then, but I called my uni health service and a doctor prescribed some stuff for me. (you don't need prescription for it btw) So the main shampoo is Nizoral (UK), Seboderm (Romania) maybe you find them...they're basically the same, liquid color is pink and when it's bad you gotta do it a few days in a row, and after that every now and then. And in between I use Vichy antidandruff and I switch sometimes with Antidandruff shampoo from Amway and head and shoulders whenever there are no results after using the same one for a while. It works great for me

[@georginataylor5949]

We love you girl! 💕

[@scene123]

Where is your sister's teddy coat from? looks so cute

[@crisramcas4726]

Love your vlogs hoping to get like twice a week?!

[@blueberl]

Ok you said no advice butttttttt i had the same issue after coming off birth control- my hair decided to be stubborn af and fall out lol. My naturopath literally fixed my hair by balancing my hormones!!! You've probably already tried this but if not i def recommend talking to your doc/naturo re: hair/hormones/thyroid!!!

[@siobhanmacdougall742]

Still do the fall video. I live in Canada too and it’s nice to see things I can get 😃

[@Anna8765]

We need more of Stephens sassyness in the vlogs

[@haleydonovan3421]

Have you tried taking Biotin? It's a daily natural supplement that helps the body metabolize carbs, amino acids, and fat and in turn, supports the maintenance of healthy and strong hair. Additionally, as someone who has had bleached hair for years, I recommend chopping off a good four inches at some point. It helps your hair to grow back stronger and thicker with more body and definition. Regardless, you are beautiful Melissa. I hope this helps.

[@candacemarentette5930]

Not hair advice, but have you thought of going shorter. I think you have the perfect face shape for like the “Rachel Cut”

[@laural678]

my hair is the same.. but I have an oily scalp. I always had shoulder long hair but it started to look damaged (even though I don't even dye it or use much heat) in my 20s. Treatments and supplements do help with regrowth but the ends are thin no matter what..A year ago I stopped with expensive treatments and I now use extensions. which I won't be able to afford forever :/

[@MelissaMerk]

so frustrating 🥺

[@Deebelair]

Your hair looks really damaged at the ends. Have you ever tried olaplex? Mine looked just like yours and I find it helped a lot

[@morganbryant7248]

Love watching your videos!

[@jordananderson9709]

You should maybe hide the vacuum behind the mirror? It looks like it would fit and could be an easy grab when you need but still out of sight

[@annieearle3352]

Go south for the winter, take Tika, you can still work wherever you pop up. Look into (fellow Canadians) Eamon and Bec KZbin Channel for inspiration. they pick up and head out for the winter.

[@ervinsmoviecorner8748]

A nice thrift shopping!

[@laurenmw9629]

Why would you take something for a parasite if you don’t have symptoms?

[@shivonehosein3309]

Have you tried castor oil for hair!

[@SicTransitGloriaMun1]

Let us know what you think of the water pick I've been wanting to get one!

[@aliciamaria4192]

are you doing vlogmas!!

[@MelissaMerk]

not this year! I'll still be posting weekly in December though

[@Annikichan]

I’ll be back!

[@manfredbismark6688]

Hello Melissa. I had a relative in Canada. He lived in the city Hamilton! Marko Ferfolja. Have a beautiful day. Bye Rudi from Slovenija. Europe.

[@bflyleo]

The hair issue is pcos related, which I’m sure you already know ;)

[@beautyboss1019]

No it’s not just your hair… I can help you if you want I know you said you don’t want advice but I think I really can help you 🫶🏼

[@Kelly-iv4wk]

You’d look soooooo pretty with a bob!!! Or a lob 🤔 haha

[@cb4215]

Parasites are rare and you would know if you had one 😬 I don’t know what that tincture is, but I do know whoever told you it could be beneficial to you was wrong (again, unless you’ve been very sick and a doctor has confirmed you have a parasite) just trying to be helpful.

[@ssprsun4235]

Ive heard that according to science we get our hair type’s from our mothers father. This makes sense for me lol could be that for you too!

[@laurenmw9629]

What science? I absolutely get my hair type from my dad

[@ssprsun4235]

@@laurenmw9629 X chromosome (female) carries the balding gene. That comes from moms dad

[@dancroxmisox21]

I also have super fine hair and nothing helps it grow but I saw Sephora has a scalp oil by necessarie and I want to try it so bad but it’s pricey lol

[@BG-rr5fk]

I have the opposite “problem” with my hair: way too much hairrrr that grow a lot, now i have a bob and in 4-5 months they are under my boobs

[@luckymeimei]

Stop doing hair extensions, they can not be good for your hair. You’re damaging it.

[@sutekInamaChikah.]

ボタニカルヘアーオイルは私の髪の毛には優秀なんですが、なんセンチかカットして 伸ばすことが、いいのではない？かしら。 You won't cut little bit more shorter right? Problem seems end of each of hair, so maybe cut off some centimeter put some oil every end of hair for treatment 昆布も食べ続けると影響あると思っています。KONBU it is KAISO Asian eat a lot of KAISO try some for hair and health

[@dwobs4038]

Have you been to the Value Village Boutique on South Granville yet?

[@MelissaMerk]

not yet!

[@Lulubelle_312]

Omg I’ve had a waterpick for years now you are definitely late to the party lol

[@truthspeaker6974]

Your allergic to dairy and gluten

[@chupaxf]

With your hair, unfortunately it’s possible that your PCOS is the cause of why it doesn’t grow so well. I know hormones are huge for hair growth. :( I know you said you tried some prescription meds, but if you haven’t already you might want to ask your doctor about Latisse - it’s a med that makes hair grow like crazy. I hope you’re feeling more like yourself soon Mel. ❤