Moisture Absorption: The Secret to Achieve Gorgeous Curls

[@fuchsia02]

So this is what is now being called the 3 step method. I had a feeling this wasn’t a new thing, just that it went unknown by most for a long time. Great video!

[@davinehill3448]

Your method is sSTILL the best method for my hair!! You have taught me so much about how to maintain my hair as far as moisture and length retention goes. As a licensed professional I just want to thank you so much for sharing your knowledge!!

[@sashashae]

Can you do a video with a 4b/4c hair model demonstrating best way to moisturize, seal and maintain protein-moisture balance, washing etc? (I can be your model if you need). I would love to see a series on that for sure, it would be super helpful.

[@atlasshrugged2u]

Oh, Man! It felt like I was in class. You are an excellent teacher. You're a professional. You are a perfect example of real dedication to ethnic hair care. Thank you so much Embrace Natural Beauty. This is Science, this is great!

[@mianaomipost9885]

Excellent video! Felt like a class! Love it! Very clear and concise info with a recap at the end! Two thumbs up!

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

+Kwameika Postell Thank you! :)

[@tabbyb3514]

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! You have been the BEST hair educator by far since I went natural 3 yrs ago! You are truly God sent and I really appreciate you providing clear, informative knowledge in this natural hair community 😉❤

[@dancinsteph]

I have been looking and searching for a vlogger such as yourself. Thank you so much for providing this information to us. I truly appreciate your thorough knowledge, descriptive videos and BEAUTIFUL hair. You are exquisite and I truly enjoy your videos! Thank you for inspiring me and helping me on my own natural hair journey. God Bless.

[@08baby25]

me too

[@cherylmks]

I almost gave up on "wash-n-go" because it looked like 2-3 totally different types of hair on my head. I had a "fro" in the crown, and ringlets in the back at the bottom and around the front edge, and crinkly in other areas. Nothing against a 'fro - had a big one in high school and after. I just don't like the craziness of 3 hairstyles on one head. I want either a whole "fro, or a whole head of crinkly curly. Following some of your tips I've been able to get more definition in the crown which generally resists curling at all -- just frizzy. But some days I still have to braid or bantu knot the crown to make it similar to the rest of my hair. Thanks for your well-articulated presentation and beautiful voice. You are talented and beautiful.

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

+Shiva G So good to know you enjoyed the video. Honestly, braiding that section for definition is a smart idea. Blessings!

[@patriciapetit766]

Great video. Made me feel like I was in school. In a GOOD Way. Your voice is so soothing. Thank you and God bless you. May your cup never runs empty

[@shinky38]

Hi I'm a Stylist and just big chopped after a 27 month transitioning. I LOVE how detailed you are in your videos you keep it simple and to the point can't wait to try wash n goes this summer I live in Mi. Thanks for sharing your hair is absolutely gorgeous

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Ellison Smith Thank you :) Wow 2yrs of transitioning!! You are truly dedicated. I am happy you find my videos helpful. If you are able to connect with me on instagram, facebook or twitter. I am inviting followers/subscribers to share their wash n go experience via photos. If you prefer to send privately you can send to abena(at)natural-beauty-works.com

[@shinky38]

Thank you I haven't tried the wash n go yet but plan to in May the weather will be warmer. I will use your tips and love to share my experience

[@colleenmariet]

I've been binging on your videos for the past few days and it really made me want to embrace wash n go's as my staple style. What an invaluable member of the natural hair community you are! Curious, because this is my biggest issues with wng, single strand knots...do you get them? How do you prevent, deal, accept them? At this point I don't care about them but I'm eager for your take on them.

[@Babziboo]

Very well put together video. It was informative and articulate. I enjoyed it.

[@tainoroyal6585]

Thanks for this video. I really enjoyed your narration style. Nice deconstruction regarding how natural hair reacts to water.

[@beljones6659]

I have been subscribed to you for a while, but have not watched all your videos. I truly believe that you are gifted and you are invested in sharing pertinent information. This video has given me great information when it concerns the topic of moisture. I do the WLG-method because nothing else works for me, and to have someone like yourself solidify my process makes me feel encouraged. Although you may never see this comment, I do appreciate all that you do!!!!

[@JGT318]

Please! I can't wait to see the video on the woman you were shampooing. Her hair looks similar to mine and getting moisture to stay in my hair is practically an act of God. Seriously. I'm doing the water, leave-in and then gel but I still have loads of frizz. Thank you!

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

JGT318 Hi, can you tell me a little more about your regimen. 1. How often do you wash your hair, ie. every week, two weeks, etc.? 2. Do you use shampoo for cleansing followed by conditioner? 3. Do you deep condition? 4. Do you do heat styling? Thank you, Abena

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

JGT318 One more, do you use a steamer?

[@59576800]

Best video ever! Every new natural needs to see this!!!

[@antoinette1588]

Success! I was on the hunt for wet and wavy tutorials on NATURAL HAIR and I almost gave up on. I am loving this channel, thank you for providing hair education along with the styling.

[@t.l1357]

I'm so glad you are addressing the moisture absorption issue. My hair is the absolute tightest curl pattern. It doesn't ever look curly when wet, just a limp fro.

[@lady_1076]

Im watching this in 2020. Thank you, this was very informative. I like the WLG method, and will be using it mostly when it gets warm outside. I have been using the WLO method during the cold months: water, leave in conditioner, oil. I will definitely try heating my conditioner, very good idea as I am low porosity👌👌

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Glad it was helpful! Since you are using WLO how do you style your hair?

[@lady_1076]

@@EmbraceNaturalBeauty Hello, I dont style my hair at this time, I just let it be. It is very very short, around 3 - 4inches. So Im taking care of it and learning it, so it can grow. Once it gets long enough to style, I definitely plan to try different styles. I use to have very long hair down my back. But then over the years I stopped taking care of it like I use to. It became damaged and broke off, leaving me with very little hair and bald throughout the back of my head. Baldness was the wakeup call that made me start taking care of my hair. On 12-6-19, I began a hair care regimen and have remained consistent and I now have a full head of healthy short hair👌

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

@@lady_1076 That's so wonderful to hear. Keep up the good work.

[@laneece2010]

I've learned so much watching you Abena! Much thanks and much love ❤️🙌🏾👍🏽 the information you've provided has helped me tremendously. I love the recap of everything learned at the end

[@LakeyiaJoy]

THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU For this!!! I have been struggle for a LONG time with achieving successful wash n go's. For the most part my curl patter is the same with the back bottom retaining more moisture and as I reach the top my curls being more loose and limp and frizzy. I have a section in the very front right bang where my hair will barely curl at all. I would often have to put it in rod sets to even try and blend it in with the rest of my curls. It has caused me much grief and frustration and I finally got to the point where I needed to know the science behind what was going on. I happened to stumble across this video and now I am FINALLY understanding what is going on with my hair. The top half of my hair is not retaining moisture as well as the bottom half! I'm SO elated! Now I can begin to PROPERLY nurse my hair back to health! THANK YOU SO MUCH!

[@shajk]

Excellent video! Thanks for sharing. A friend shared in my Facebook group, you've now got more subbies including myself.

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

How exciting! Thank you and friends for subbing. I hope my videos are helpful to you during your natural hair journey.

[@lisasims3970]

girl u just blessed my soul with this...thanks...i got my pen and paper..i love the clear presentation and btw, ur hair looked so beautiful when you air dried it after shampooing, i rewinded the video 3 times...lol. take care.

[@donnashelton5362]

This video was excellent, entertaining and educational at the same time. I appreciated the step-by-step instruction. I watched several others and although they were good, I really didn't get the point of each step but your instruction explained, clearly the logic behind each. I was also was thankful of the instruction on how to apply the deep conditioner and how often. I relaxed my hair for many years as you have now I am ready to "embrace" my natural hair. Thanks for all your hard work!!!!

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Thank you Donna! So good to hear this video was helpful :)

[@susantv]

My first video viewing on your channel and it was excellent. The different scenarios really helped me understand the moisturizing process for natural hair. Looking forward to more videos.

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Susan Hall thank you!

[@TheMiss600]

So interesting to watch this again in the light of the current bgc movement!

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

I imagine so. I may consider watching it again after seeing this comment. However, I recall the gist of it. What did you find most interesting after watching this old video?

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

sheka shavers it will not let me reply directly to your question. For hair that struggles to absorb moisture you will need to add heat...can be done a number of ways, but I think steam is the best and safest way to go. You can warm up the conditioner before applying it to your hair. Also, using the GHM (greenhouse method) can be helpful. This is when you keep the conditioner on overnight covered by a processing cap and scarf. It really allows low porosity hair time to soak up the moisture. Everyone's level of low porosity varies so the degree of steps to moisturize depend on the need. I hope this helps for now. I plan to share videos on the benefits to the various steps soon so I hope you are subscribed.

[@twitterblackdove]

Have you used the Q-Redew steamer? Do you like it? I'm your new channel subbie by the way.

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

+Black_Dove Hi, Yes and yes! I actually have a video with me using.

[@mickeysanders1581]

To allow for moisture to get in to your hair, you may also need to clarify your hair if it is laden with moisture blockers such as silicones. You can do so with a clarifying/chelating shampoo, a bentenite clay cleanse, ACV shampoo, etc.

[@mytencentsme138]

Am I right in your hair being 3b/3c?

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

My current products are updated as of September 2014 At the time of this recording June 2014 the products I used were: 1. Shampoo_Aveda Damage Remedy Cleanser (I do not Co Wash) 2. Conditioner_Aveda Damage Remedy Conditions 3. Deep Conditioner_Aveda Damage Remedy Intensive Restructering Treatment 4. Leave-In Conditioner_Shea Moisture Shea Butter Leave-In Conditioner with Jojoba Oil, Aloe Vera, Vitamin:to leave in for lasting moisture and conditioning 5. Finisher: Eco Styler Gel-to Seal the moisture and maintain curl definition

[@AshababyO]

Great video. Well put together, very informative. Thank you for sharing.

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Ashababy O Thank you so much. I hope it was helpful. Blessings!

[@His.Heart.]

Try using a little caster oil in your hair after the gel drys...it helps a lot to seal 7n moisture and stop frizz....😁😁😁😁😁😉😉😉😉😉😉😉😉😉😉😉😉😉😉

[@ifonlyicared]

WOW what an AMAZING & THOROUGH video!!! I wished I discovered you years ago when I 1st went natural. I would have stayed on the journey. Now I'm back transitioning and I want my curls back. I ❤❤❤❤ your videos!!!

[@onediafields164]

THIS WAS A GREAT AND SIMPLE STEP BY STEP VEIDO. I REALLY LIKE THE PROCCESS IN WHICH THIS WAS PRESENTED. LIKE A COMMERCIAL. BE BLESSED!

[@melaninmonroe654]

I LOVE your hair, and your hair care tips for low porosity hair. Please keep the vids coming.

[@fobaker1]

Thank you! This was very helpful and your hair is beautiful!

[@qyxxone]

I think I need to revisit my moisturizing technique

[@Janet-wy2io]

wow I have watched hundreds of natural hair videos but this one was one of the most informative. Thanks very much for taking your time to do x new sub!

[@somethintru1]

only watched one video and already learned a bunch. thank you for this information!

[@SilinaLawrence]

Literally the best video ever! You taugh is, explained, showed examples, results, and recapped what we learned ! Amazing! I will use this method and wear my natural hair more often! Thank you 😊!!!

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Syntavo]

Thank you so much Abena for sharing this incredibly informative video! I can't wait to use these tips to increase the moisture in my hair. 😊

[@ASMRFASCINATION]

This video is amazing, thank you, thank you, thank you!💖💖💖

[@shuggaraecreation2009]

This is an excellent video with the most informative hair care I've watched. Thank you so appreciative 🏆 and the award cup goes to Ababa!

[@natashiaolive9704]

Love your video so you just got a new subscriber. Going to try your method.

[@prhoductive]

You gave many awesome tips. Thank you

[@MrsDamara]

Wow, this was a great video, very informative! Thank you

[@rachelm.3173]

This is a really good, informative video!

[@curlyvseedstar2108]

Your hair looks amazing without product!!!👍👍

[@shannawatson3082]

Wow. Great video, I learned a lot from it.

[@DIAMONDGIRL57]

My wash and Go style never last seven days in the desert where the relative humidity is less that 10% and the temperatures can reach 110 during the summer months.

[@simmons851]

Great video. I think you've just solved my absorption problem. Thanks.

[@TT-lw3ut]

Hi Abena, i have been natural almost 2 yrs in june i have never done a wash and go i will be trying your method since it is warm here in austin tx. youre videos are very informative i have low porosity hair im still learning my hair and will try to incorporate gel in my hair i only use conditioner as a leave in and it gets very frizzy.Thank you im a new subbie may God bless you.

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Tg Gal Hi Tg Gal! How exciting to hear you will be trying the wash n go! I hope you enjoy it as much as I do. The best results come from your technique, so be sure to start with freshly washed and conditioned hair. Give yourself a deep condition and rinse it all out, lol. Only keep a leave in conditioner in your hair since they are formulated for that purpose. The first time you do any new style is always about getting the feel for the process and a sense of how much product you need to apply. By the time I put my first video up I had been doing wash n gos for two years, and I am still finding ways to make it better. Be encouraged that it only gets better with practice. I would love to be of help to you on your journey. Please update me on your progress. God bless you and have a beautiful day!!

[@pamhardi4266]

This is such a great, in depth video :D

[@Delta1Duck]

Your videos are sooo very informative and helpful...i am now a sold subbie! Thank you!

[@yvettebyrd4566]

Thank you Abena! Great information

[@WarmEssence]

I'm Puerto Rican and Irish black, I have extremely frizzy hair even my children have frizzy hair and to top it all off I take a multitude of medication for the different conditions that I have one over being Lucas I went natural years ago when I became very sick, growing up people used to put oil in my hair up into my Auntie start taking care of my hair by taking me to a White beautician when she grow up my hair she explained that I have to use a lot of more stressful my hair and not oil, later on as I got older I realize that all next my head shed , if I got older I start using more more moisturizer... sometimes it could be very difficult..to keep my hair moisturize if that don't beat all I have a little girl who is going to be 12 years old she has hair all the way down her back, she has frizzy hair like mine like mine very very very very dry here no matter what we do her hair tangles up very badly and become very very frizzy and dry unlike my other three kids when they were little do you have any ideas for the both of us?oh and by the way I enjoy watching this video

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Tracey Hanton Tracey Hanton The basics for maintaining your natural hair is having a routine/regimen for washing and conditioning followed by sealing moisture in. I recommend doing this on a weekly basis. Going from relaxed to natural can be done by transitioning anywhere from 6 months to even two years depending on how much hair you want to have on your head when you cut the relaxer out. If it helps to give you perspective, I did the Big Chop with 5 months of growth and you saw how short it was in my Journey to Natural video. Transitioning for you can be very simple. Since I see at church regularly I pretty much know how you wear your hair. I have some ideas of styles you may like. I think mentally preparing for the change is the first step. Having an image in your head of what you will look like helps to take the leap. I will inbox you via Facebook. Best regards, Abena

[@LaToyaPlansLife]

what a great video!

[@csyvns]

First off, your curls are gorgeous! I notice you have curls throughout your hair. Do you know what causes dry, course hair at the crown? That's what I have and my hair in this area has no curl. The rest of my hair is 3c/4a.

[@amommyintime]

Wow .! That was amazing !

[@DannielleElliott]

I learned so much from this video. Thank you. Wash and go has been the style I have been dreaming of wearing. I didn't think I could do it with my 4c hair. But I finally figured it out. And your videos are the most informative on KZbin. I learned so much about why different parts of my hair behaves the way it does. I thought parts of my hair were just retarded. Now I understand more about porosity. I tried other porosity test on KZbin. But your demonstrations make the most sense. Thank you so much!

[@Fireopal94]

Love this vid!!! Sharing!

[@ginaanderson508]

This instructional video shows me how to determine if my natural hair is absorbing moisture!! It's simple and straight forward instructions. Is GEL The only thing that will seal in the moisture? I have 3C/3B hair. I tried ECO gel when I first went natural a few years ago. The strand test showed that I have low Porosity hair. My hair just floats on the top of the water. You just showed me how to test for moisture absorption. I also realized that I'm not cleaning my hair properly. I've been watching the shampoo and conditioning videos all this week. I've learned a lot and about to apply this knowledge to my hair to improve my hair. My hair length is about 5 inches below my shoulders a lil longer in the back. I'm still learning how to care for my hair. I've never done a wash and go. I'm doing my first wash and go today. 🤞🏽✌🏽✌🏽✌🏽 I wish all the videographers would put their hair types in the video and in the description. I've been spending all my viewing time watching the Type 4's videos. I love their hair and styles 🙌🏽💗🙌🏽 Question: Are you still doing videos? I don't see any videos past 2016?

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Hi ARG, I have a few videos in 2017 and 2018 here on KZbin. Search videos on my channel with most recent on top. I have a fee based website for tutorials on the wash and go with different textures. You can come over to washandgonaturalhair.com for these more current video tutorials that are full length. Wishing you the best on your natural hair journey!

[@kiannavaz3451]

Great great greeeeeaaaat video as always.

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

+Kianna Vaz Thank you!!

[@CherylLuvsJesus]

Great video sis!!

[@accordingtodlaw]

Thank you for this tutorial. It's very helpful.

[@LashawnTerry]

Excellent vid:)

[@Godsgraceish]

Well done video and explanation. Thank you.

[@WarmEssence]

I'm Puerto Rican and Irish black, I have extremely frizzy hair even my children have frizzy hair

[@uvettejones2131]

Just found you! Looking forward to more great videos.

[@Pysees868]

This is a great video!

[@VirtuousladieLadie40]

Love this! Thank you so informative :)

[@kiyal.3594]

I wish I could do a wash and go but I can't get my hair to work properly with me. It's either hard (to where I can't manipulate it) or frizzy with too much shrinkage.

[@shauniebnaturalista6672]

Great video as usual, Abena. My hair hates gel. It brings out all the coarseness while conditioners amd cream-based curl enhancers make my hair wildly curly and soft. I wish I could get that 8 day hold, but the crunch is just too much for me.

[@BasaAz93]

Great informational video!

[@PortableKonfidence]

AMAZING AND VERY VERY INFORMATIVE👍👍

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

***** Thank you!

[@briana177]

😍😍😍 Real science

[@sheilawilliams1666]

I love your very informative videos, but I have low porosity hair and it is a real struggle to get the moisture into my hair, do you have any suggestions? Thanks.

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Sheila Williams Hi Sheila. I know this is a dynamic that impacts many people, including myself. I do have some ideas for Low Porosity hair that I am working on with a client and plan to share the results (good and bad) in my next video. I want to provide thoroughly tested information. Please stay tuned! Thank you, Abena

[@lizzieclay6774]

When applying your deep conditioner you only need to do it for 10 minutes? I thought you should do for 30 min at least? Why not sit under dryer to dry wash n go? Please explain.

[@thissmallpocket]

Did you make the hair protein? if not, where did you purchase it from? Thanks

[@janicesimpson3145]

Hello....I've been natural for two months and I was wondering is it ok to use a tangle teaser brush on my hair and how can I know my hair type. I did the porosity test my strand stayed on top that's low porosity. I want to know my hair type. Thanks

[@jemmcgregor1073]

Is it a good idea to use cold water after a deep conditioner to seal you hair knowing it's low porosity?I thought warm water is better to seal it after deep conditioner because how is the leave in conditioner going to penetrate the hair shaft if it's closed?

[@MaiAngelTv]

New sub, thanks for the video, very educational :)

[@MonCheriLynn]

Stumbled upon this video in my recommendations... Wow!!! The crown area of my hair gets dry very quickly... So that means its low porosity??? And requires more moisture??? I just so happened today to do a co-wash, and then instead of the LOC method, I did leave in conditioner, gel and then sweet almond oil. And 8 hours later, my hair is more hydrated then normal. I am following the curly girl method, no/low manipulation, and am just going into my 3rd month natural. My curls are flourishing, but I have some frizz and dryness in the crown portion of my hair. I am sleeping with the plastic cap and bonnet, to retain moisture overnight, and my hair loves that. Would your only suggestion be for additional hydration/WLG, then oil combination to see if that helps?

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Cheri Lynn Hi Cheri Lynn, congratulations on starting your natural hair journey! I am happy to hear you are seeing some improvements when trying new tips and techniques. To best determine if your hair is low porosity I like to ask how long it takes to dry. For example, if the majority of my hair air dries in 2 hours, the low porosity hairs remain moist for an additional 10 hours. The next day, when all the hair is fully dry the low porosity section has less curl definition and is a little puffy, borderline frizzy, LOL. Then a few days later it may start to feel dry. Does this happen to you?

[@MonCheriLynn]

Embrace Natural Beauty My TWA doesn't take long to dry at all... I would have to pay more attention to the drying time next wash. But from just looking at the last few months, the crown of my hair is the driest and most frizzy part of my hair. I'll pay attention and let you know. Thanks so much for the reply!!!

[@aliciamcdaniel6242]

Hey There! I am a new subbie! I simply LOVE how you deliver information and the background music is dope :).... I see that you have mentioned the current products you use however, you did not mention your "Pre Shampoo" protein treatment. Is that a homemade concoction or something you purchased? Thanks in Advance!

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Alicia Biggins Hi Alicia, thank you for joining my channel. It is home made recipe I got right here on KZbin from MsChicoro. Here is the link in case you're interested. kzbin.info/www/bejne/q4LMapqnba9ogsk I customize it according to how much I need, and apply to my hair after blow dry/flat iron or a stretched style. It has a watery consistency with little slip so the one time I applied it on my old wash n go it took extremely long to detangle. So if you decide to try it, make sure your hair is detangled first. Funny, this video has nearly 8,000 views and no one has ever asked about my protein treatment, so thank you for you asking. :-) Blessings!

[@christinehiggins-reid900]

So are you saying that low porosity hair tends to tske longer ti dry than med and high porosity hair? Are we talking about hair with no product or hair with product? Could you please clarify? Trying to make sense of what yiu said to give me more clarity of understanding as i am relating to the same probkem. Figuring my crown is low porosity but need to do porosity test!

[@CoilyHairedBeauty]

Love ur channel!!

[@quietstorm6710]

So informative.

[@KimDMurray]

Great video planning to do protective styles but before i do i want to make sure my hair is in a perfect protein balanced mix. YOUR Thoughts on co-washing vs shampooing and why you don't do the co-wash. I was considering of buying the co-wsh shampoo from just nature;s a sort of conditioning cleanser, my twist out has ben dry by end of day and losing it wave pattern ... my hair is 4b .. when its dry no curl pattern or definition at all. im 1 year after transition chop and I noticed my hair got wet but not wet I did not know what that meant . thanks to your video I do now. I notice the LOC method has helped a bit however I think your method of water moisture absorbtion will be an added plus or the missing piece. some girls use the LOC then gel after wards . your thoughts on this method vs your WLG. Thank you Ethnic Black Hair

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Kim D. Murray Hi Kim! Thank you much! My thoughts on Co-Washing vs. Shampoo--here is the perfect analogy, it's like bathing with lotion instead of soap because lotion is what makes your skin feel soft and smooth. I don't wash with lotion and I don't clean my hair with conditioner. They work together, one after the other for the complete experience of cleansing and moisturizing. I think there are so many misconceptions about why a persons hair is dry that they do not address the main factors. 1. product build up will block your hair from receiving moisture. Which leads to dry hair. 2. If your hair is washed and hydrated once every 2 to 3 weeks the shampoo is not stripping the oils out of your hair, your hair is dying of thirst. 3. Porosity issues play a factor in getting and retaining moisture, more so than "harsh shampoos" My thoughts on LOC vs WLG--some people swear by the LOC method. But I highly recommend (O) oil as last layer because of its ability to seal more so than the other types of product. My current regimen includes oil now as the final layer. During the winter it helps to keep the dry air from pulling moisture out of my hair since I use gel which contains humectants. Are you familiar with humectants?

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Kim D. Murray I recently used Shea Moistures MANUKA HONEY & MAFURA OIL INTENSIVE HYDRATION SHAMPOO.....oh my goodness, it felt like I was washing with conditioner. I was very skeptical, as if they were only calling it a shampoo. But my hair and scalp were clean for a whole week before washing again yesterday. I have used it twice now and plan to share my review soon as I have time to record. I would recommend using the Shampoo, Conditioner and hydrating masque, what a wonderful moisturizing experience!

[@KimDMurray]

Embrace Natural Beauty maybe i have been using th wrong shea moisture .. there are so many now I'm glad we have girl like you who share their results. The method you shared about water moisture was so valuable i WILL BE doing that tonight. I purchased Qhemet biologics because i have only been hearing good things about the moisture it give your hair. i know soon my dry hair issue will be history. Thank you once again and ill keep an eye out for your review on the shea moisture product.

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Kim D. Murray My pleasure. A few questions for you... 1. Do you air dry, diffuse blow dry or sit under hooded dryer? 2. Do you deep condition with steam, hooded dryer or processing cap? 3. How often do you wash or co-wash your hair?

[@sevenaka7]

Great video! Do you ever seal in the leave-in with oil before gel? If not, is there a reason why? thank you!

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

***** I do not put oil before gel for several reasons. 1. I want definition from the gel, it's needs to absorb and not be blocked by the oil.2. I want the oil to add lubrication for better separation and movement.3. In cold dry climate oil blocks moisture from getting drawn away from the hair if you use a gel with glycerin.

[@traceyhanton5605]

This was great. I would love to go natural Abena but how would I maintain my hair doing it?

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Hey Tracey, the basics for maintaining your natural hair is having a routine/regimen for washing and conditioning followed by sealing moisture in. I recommend doing this on a weekly basis. Going from relaxed to natural can be done by transitioning anywhere from 6 months to even two years depending on how much hair you want to have on your head when you cut the relaxer out. If it helps to give you perspective, I did the Big Chop with 5 months of growth and you saw how short it was in my Journey to Natural video. Transitioning for you can be very simple. Since I see at church regularly I pretty much know how you wear your hair. I have some ideas of styles you may like. I think mentally preparing for the change is the first step. Having an image in your head of what you will look like helps to take the leap. I will inbox you via Facebook. Best regards, Abena

[@tabbyb3514]

@@EmbraceNaturalBeauty thanks for this helpful information ❤

[@bevbeautifulhealing]

I really enjoyed this. I learned much and I'm gonna try the WLG. The thing is that I have 4b 4c hair, and my hair can get super dry. The question would be what is the best gel to use for 4b most 4c hair? Your response would be greatly appreciated. Cheers😄

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

beverly john Hi Beverly, I am editing a video that should be helpful for you. The video is my review of 5 gel finishers. Each gel has slightly different results. What gel are you currently using?

[@bevbeautifulhealing]

None at the moment because I'm a bit concern with it becoming to dry and breaking from gel? Any suggestions would be great. Thanks

[@bevbeautifulhealing]

But I'm also looking forward for that video. Cheers for replying😊😊

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

beverly john The video is up on my channel. I hope it is helpful. Here's the link kzbin.info/www/bejne/nJu1e2CbmrNooq8

[@melissamelisa7000]

Hello, very nice video! Do u hv low porosity hair!

[@HaveSumn_2Loose]

3 years later and your hair is long as ever, obviously you knew what you were talking about. 🤓. thanks for showing.

[@cameallyj]

Awesome info! New subbie :)

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

cameallyj Thank you! Welcome aboard.

[@antoinette1588]

So after sitting under the dryer with the applied conditioner would I then drench my hair again and proceed on to seal with the gel?

[@WilliamsCeCe]

What is the name of the protein treatment you used on your dry hair

[@traceyhanton5605]

Thx u I really want to speak to u about it

[@time2beserious]

any method for 4c type hair

[@kimking1980]

Very informative what products do you use?

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Kimberley King Thank you Kimberley! My current products are updated as of September 2014 At the time of this recording June 2014 the products I used were: 1. Shampoo_Aveda Damage Remedy Cleanser (I do not Co Wash) 2. Conditioner_Aveda Damage Remedy Conditions 3. Deep Conditioner_Aveda Damage Remedy Intensive Restructering Treatment 4. Leave-In Conditioner_Shea Moisture Shea Butter Leave-In Conditioner with Jojoba Oil, Aloe Vera, Vitamin:to leave in for lasting moisture and conditioning 5. Finisher: Eco Styler Gel-to Seal the moisture and maintain curl definition

[@veelovemusicveelovemusic5213]

I don't do wash and go, so after the leave in what can I put on the hair to seal with? By the way my hair is low porosity.

[@naturallycoilyjames]

Hi my names is James as u c in my name n well I'm a natural myself n have a channel but anywho I subscribed n also was referred to you by a friend who natural n I'm more then happy i found your page very inspirational n informative , much respect n love n this video here have me some great tips thank you Also if u have a Instagram I would also follow u if not I will on KZbin

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Thank you James...nice to meet you :-) Glad you like the video and so cool you subscribed. Thank you. I will be sure to check out your channel as well. I recently recorded a male friend with natural hair and plan to share in a video in a few weeks. You can follow me on instagram at instagram.com/embracenaturalbeautify I will follow back.

[@naturallycoilyjames]

Thank you thank yes give my channel a look I have more to come soon, I recently did a trim so my hair is back to a length I can style so more videos coming soon n tips n just talks with my subscribers My friends n family boosted my idea of create a channel from a male point of view so in April I started my channel n Instagram n the feed back has been great Also male naturals r rare to come by but I've noticed there showing up now n I look forward to watching your friend also But thank you for responding n congrats on your wonderful channel

[@JenFindsGems]

This video is powerful beyond words, thank you for sharing your expertise!!! #newsubbie