My 3 Month Protective Style Takedown and Maintenance Routine

[@marlak4203]

This is how we wore our braids back in the 90's. For MONTHS. It takes 12 years to put the style in so you best believe we are leaving it in for months. This 2 week mess is crap, esp with all the time and money. UH uh.

[@lacecocoa6272]

Facts

[@spacecase4984]

Yup.

[@ButAVapor]

Lmao not 12 years 😂

[@marlak4203]

@@ButAVapor hahaha. Shoot. All that time in the chair(some people were on the floor) its gonna last me. Gonna make it work. Lol

[@ButAVapor]

@@marlak4203 Right! When your butt "falls asleep" and you can't sit still anymore...the memories of growing up black! People have gotten creative. I've seen videos where girls "refresh" their braids and they look brand new.

[@Stephanie123-v3w]

I've missed these videos you were the first person who taught me how to retain length

[@DraftingCouture]

I've also been doing protective styling for periods of 2-3months and my hair is growing rapidly. I'm past shoulder length rn and continuing.. the goal is mid back length☺️

[@SeunOkimi]

❤️ it honestly makes me soo so happy to know that they have helped you❤️❤️

[@user-yx8jg2tc9n]

Did u hair grow tho?

[@Stephanie123-v3w]

Yes i use long term protive styles to retain length

[@kaym5015]

Nice, how long is long term?

[@maureenezegbunam373]

Length retention is truly key..you have little new growth for 3 months but still saw growth👏

[@SeunOkimi]

Yes, this is what I try to really stress with my videos! Length retention is really the thing that makes the difference! slowly but steadily.

[@malikahbain5701]

I blinked and your hair grew like crazy. It looks so good!

[@jessn3922]

The last set of braids, I had them in for 2 months back in June and July and when I took them down I was detailing for almost 3 hours 😭 the growth thooo, it was epic

[@ladonnasims1431]

You have the best videos to learn how to take down your protective hairstyles,hair growth,how to wash your hair and conditioner. I love your videos 💕😍💞💞 Thank you Seun

[@SeunOkimi]

thank you!! I'm really really glad that they have been helpful to you

[@Mutable_PageOfCups]

Yes, I definitely learned years ago how to take down my protective styles from Seun ❤️

[@Izziewizzie8]

I love seeing the love you have for your hair, I was about to do a keratin treatment out of exhaustion & frustration but seeing you makes me want to embrace my kinky texture more and treat it with more patience & care. It is really frustrating sometimes but with love patience and embracing it’s natural state it will flourish , I can already see you years later with long healthy hair

[@so.eonee489]

Girl I just saw the thumbnail on my notification and I screamed🤩🤩🤩 I just big chopped a month ago after transitioning from relaxers for a year. I can't wait for my hair to look like yours soon!!!

[@SeunOkimi]

aw❤️❤️❤️

[@sharonnedwards6027]

Girl your edges look so damn good and full! 😍

[@SeunOkimi]

thank you!!

[@sophiekdavis]

Wow. Your hair is looking amazing and seems like times flown since watching your big chop. Love the attention to detail and how you take care of your hair its really helpful.

[@SeunOkimi]

Thank you!!

[@Rell86]

Protective styles are the best. My hair definitely grew fast and healthy just from keeping cornrows and moisturizing my hair every 2 days

[@FineNaturalHairROCKS]

I love that you mentioned that box braids are not always the best way to obtain length retention on fine natural hair. I love the look as well, but many times my hair ends up getting more damaged than anything due to all of the manipulation.

[@SeunOkimi]

Yes! The beauty of our hair is that there are so many different options and different ways to approach protective styling as well!

[@tribecalledmaya]

I would LOVE a daily natural hair care regimen vlog? moisturizer, wash days (how often), methods, products, etc. I’m so grateful I stumbled upon this, the last video I saw of yours is the one about over moisturizing then it breaking. your crown is incredible just like you NO MATTER WHAT!!

[@SeunOkimi]

thank you!!

[@baansiin]

what you said about oils causing itchy scalps!!! Since I realized this happens to me, I stopped applying oils to anywhere but the perimeter of my hair. Not one itch, not one.

[@stormieinapril9626]

Same here, my hair was itchy and flaking like crazy. All these years, I’ve been basically smothering my scalp. Now I only lightly oil my scalp after wash day. I haven’t had any more problems or flaking.

[@ada_nicole009]

Oh wow! I’m delighted to see this cos i’m struggling, the itch is crazy, i use olive oil & a few drops of tea tree, I wash every 2 weeks… i’ve tried everything… to no avail… I’d be grateful for any tips you can offer🙏🏽 What do you guys put on the scalp?

[@racheloshaksmusic]

Umm girl look at that growth!! Well done on retaining length! This is very inspiring, keep it up.❤️❤️❤️

[@kalakin]

Watching your hair growth journey and videoed over the years have been a life saver, hopegiver and an overall godsend. Thanks for the videos and the tips. I’m 2yr2mths natural using tips you and healthyblackafro gave me

[@SeunOkimi]

It makes me really really happy to be able to help!

[@ayokanmibolu-ariyo6109]

Romans 10:9-10, 13 (KJV) That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation. For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved. John 3:16 (KJV) For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.

[@stellarbliss5638]

This method of hair retention actually worked for my daughter and am so happy

[@SeunOkimi]

that's awsome!

[@abiye3241]

You're the best natural hair influencer I know and I love all your videos. ♥️ Thank you for all your hard work

[@seeia1673]

Your hair growth is absolutely goals!!!!

[@cynthianwankwo1970]

So happy you're back!

[@SeunOkimi]

❤️❤️❤️❤️😊

[@mlledarla2027]

Definitely my favorite natural hair channel love you can't wait to follow all of your journey ❤️

[@SeunOkimi]

thank you!!

[@colleenreid2429]

I’m planning to loc my hair soon so that I can have more freedom with my hair and retain length. I love and appreciate your hair videos so much!

[@SeunOkimi]

Thank you!! Best of luck with your lock journey as well

[@nwanosikenkiru7037]

I want to say thank you for your videos, it helped me grow my natural hair to shoulder length in 1 yr and 8 months

[@SeunOkimi]

Awwww That is awesome!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@ambre4144]

Your hair is so gorgeous and you’re honestly so beautiful as well. Love from France 😊🤎

[@SeunOkimi]

Thank you!!

[@tortortortor427]

Omgawsh. You cut your hair! 😭 I hadn't seen your vids in like a year and I'm just like awwww...you've always been my relaxed hair inspo. Your hair is growing nicely though!

[@naijaval01]

It’s the skin for me 😍 and your hair is growing back lovely!

[@abra7406]

Seun you've been missedddd💖💖💖💖

[@SeunOkimi]

❤️❤️❤️🥰

[@Radience100]

Seun, you have beautiful hair and beautiful skin!!!!

[@SeunOkimi]

Thank you so much!!

[@SagemaGrindset1894]

omg finally a video of a content creator actually creates very up close footage of applying jamaican black castor oil. i was always unsure about the way i use it lol. also u are beautiful and have beautiful hair and i just love the way you explain things in this video!! keep up the good work!!!

[@Lucylu723]

God bless you Seun darling! Like you don't understand. As a woman that previously used to relax my hair and then also transitioned to natural, I personally choose to not do the big chop which granted now that I have been natural for a good couple years, I can see that, that probably was a mistake. However, I am not mad because personally I still would have made the same mistakes and probably more, given my urge to want to grow my hair long as fast as possible, had I went through with the big chop route. Through my natural hair journey I have learnt a lot and I cannot help but thank you so much Seun for taking us on your journey and teaching us about your findings from scientific studies (e.g. such as hygral fatigue). PS: Congratulations to you Seun for graduating! I hope to join you too in a couple years! Anyways, I think I have rambled on quite long enough now. Basically girl, before you I was watching natural hair videos from other people within the KZbin community and there was just such an emphasis on the fact that your hair is moisturised if the curls are juicy bouncy and wet, you know with the LOC or LCO method. Thanks to you releasing your video on hygral fatigue and also me experiencing my hair literally melting in my hands due to hygral fatigue, I realised that there is a *very BIG BAD misconception within the natural hair community* of what moisturised hair is and if you watch this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/fJW0n5-Hh9GAaNk as well as Seun's pervious video on what hygral fatigue that is here kzbin.info/www/bejne/i4mplmSMhayJiqc, you will see that your hair is actually moisturised when it is dry and it is dry when it has excessive amounts of water in it. Long story short after watching you take down this 3 month protective hairstyle, I then took out my 5 month old protective hairstyle (cornrows) 2 days ago (I absolutely do not recommend keeping your protective style in for that long, your girl was going through some things so ya know, I kind of forgot I have hair, 4c hair to be exact. It took me a whole 5hrs to finger detangle my hair! That's the pre-poo before the wash!) using predominantly coconut oil (for the added slip) and then leave in conditioner that I have which is African Pride Shea Miracle Leave-in conditioner. For my hair, I have learnt the hard way that it doesn't like to be damp or soaked in water too long, hence why I'd lather the hair up with coconut oil first and apply leave in only if my hair was just borderline crusty dry, to help soften it up so it's easier to detangle and also prolong/ prevent the chance of me ever having to experience hygral fatigue again. Prior to the method I stated above, I would have detangled/ pre-pooed my hair by wetting it first (or making it slightly damp), applying oil and conditioner to help detangle it. However, I vividly remember how weak my hair was after doing this. My hair literally felt like spaghetti and was breaking like crazy, because as I said prior my hair DOES NOT like water. This experience taught me that my hair absolutely doesn't like water, and detangling/ pre-pooing my hair this way gave me hygral fatigue. This comment is long, but if you have gotten to the end of this, I hope that my experience and what I have learnt helps you along your natural hair journey! Best wishes, Lucy 😊🤗❤️

[@giftyitama5787]

Okay seun is drop dead gorgeous without trying

[@renia1833]

I’ve got a big forehead 😭 I’ve been bullied for it so I always try to cover it, (which resulted in damaged hair) however now I’m in my second year of college, even though I’m still self conscious I’ve started to do braids and twists ever since I finished high school! I’ll definitely be watching you ❤️

[@Lauren_shantell]

I’m in the same boat. Spent my whole life trying to hide the shape of my head, but God makes no mistakes in his creations, continue to thrive & love your whole self ♥️♥️♥️

[@spicypeppy]

When she said she took out the braids at the front because they were weighing down her edges just hit me hard. 😭😭 I strictly told my hair dresser to not braid my edges at the front and she still do it. 😡😒 Now i have to start all over growing my edges back from scratch after so much length loss.

[@christianahadelusi596]

Seun!!!! I've been using your take down method for almost a year and I've gotten lots of nice comments and I'm teaching people. I'm still on relaxed hair tho cos I'm waiting for you to come back You've been a good mentor so far 😘

[@SeunOkimi]

aww, i'm so glad!!!!! that makes me really happy to know.❤️❤️

[@aisham7244]

Please do a video on keeping protective styles without hair extensions

[@karenhorton148]

Intense protein treatment as in Aphoghee??? What ever you used, good on you! I’ve learned how very important protein treatments are being that I’m a high porosity lady😉 It was so enjoyable watching you take your hair down with such Incredible patience and gentle hands…It’s so nice to see you settling back in. See you in the next one🌹

[@adoulidji3537]

John 3:16 “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” Jesus loves you.

[@emiliemoe]

YES

[@mariadiordior]

As I'm watching her videos also working on my spiritual relationship with the Lord and Savior Jesus Christ son of David has this common popped up it reminded me and what I recently been going through mentally physically emotionally in the battle with my hair and all the signs that I received through the process that my Lord and Savior is never left my side thank you and God bless you for leaving this comment I believe it was meant for me and many others God bless you and thank you

[@mrod87]

I take my edges out early too when i get small knotless after like a month. Finding the knotless size that works for you is def a process. My hairline likes medium knotless, this style looked great on u.

[@SeunOkimi]

Thank you!!

[@IAMElsLife]

You gave out a ton of tips for retaining hair growth. Thank you so much. ❤❤❤

[@SeunOkimi]

You are so welcome!

[@Sugarfuzz]

Hair goals!! Working on getting my hair this long!!

[@leobunny1561]

She is gorgeous needs to be on the cover of vogue !! Queen 👑👑

[@SeunOkimi]

thank you so much!!

[@PrincessVybz]

I needed this! I currently have knotless and I also feel like as my hair grows out it’s starting to feel heavy on my edges. I will be talking some out and braiding it lol thank youuuu I hope you’re doing well!

[@SeunOkimi]

It makes me happy to be able to help. Yes, feeling tension is never a good thing! I'm glad you'll be taking them out.😊 Always good to listen to your scalp and not use too much added hair when it doesn't like it! and thank youu❤

[@themzie]

Wow this video is so well structured and detailed, il be sure to follow when I regrow my hair ❤

[@alisiajoy1016]

I really wish I had your channel during quarantine bc that was the best time to not manipulate the hair but I’m glad I found it now!! Thankyou for being our crowns spiritual guide 😂😂❤️

[@briannafraser6084]

Our girl Seun is back with the hair growth tips!!!! Glad you're back love.

[@SeunOkimi]

❤️❤️❤️

[@Ceeelk_LoveJesus_]

I really like your videos, I learn a lot about how to take better care of my hair and I understand what I was doing wrong. You’re beautiful btw. Thank you for the motivation and helping me realize that growth and length retention is possible 😊

[@SeunOkimi]

It makes me sooo so happy to be able to help!❤️❤️❤️

[@EkuaQ]

I love watching your videos. I typically spray my hair very lightly with water and use an oil or conditioner for my take downs then follow up with a hot oil treatment before shampooing

[@favourxx]

detangling my hair is the worst. I'll try this your method, I normally only finger detangle then comb after I'm done with all the braids. but that method makes me tired and lazy. waiting to see a video of your first trim

[@Baruch1girl]

Your hair is flourishing!!!

[@MrsWilsxn]

Your hair is growing so fast!! Proud of you sis. 💞😍

[@ursaamajorr]

Your hair grows so fast!

[@yoniem9835]

I was so sad when you chopped your long healthy hair but now I feel better its growing well again

[@robinah.s4431]

Oh goodness Seun, how??!!! So much hair growth ❤️

[@aisham6819]

Guys we don’t always have to braid our hair to do protective styling you can also free form grow your hair letting it grow from Afro to locs and watch the growth! Less maintained. Plus protective style braids for a month or so on don’t work for everyone cuz some braids can thin out or weaken your hair. Locs free form with no retaliating strengthens and add thickness to your hair.

[@SeunOkimi]

Hey Aisha, yes, there are definitely lots of ways to approach protective styling! And if you want alternatives outside of braids or locs as well I talk about this more in my 'why protective styles aren't growing your hair' video! I also give more reasons as to why you could be seeing breakage from certain styles, what things can cause that to occur, and how to avoid that there

[@sherriokere1192]

My hair likes to be left alone and my hair grows a lot with crochet braids. All I have to do is moisturize and oil my scalp. I just got tired of doing my hair every week. My hair is long and natural.

[@tomatobanks5036]

Your hair has grown a lot!

[@sage8889]

Your 💇 is growing out so Beautifully!

[@dumpyyummy]

relaxed hair maintenance please

[@jaydamay6815]

I’m sorry .. I just can’t get over how you are so incredibly pretty ..

[@SeunOkimi]

thank you!!

[@natasharules770]

My hair is longer than yours in the front but I think my hair density is far lower. However I've recently started focussing on my hair so I'll be subscribing to see how our hairs will both grow ❤ I'm excited!

[@SeunOkimi]

❤️❤️ thank you!!

[@natasharules770]

@@SeunOkimi 😍 so glad you saw this. I've been meaning to follow a fun young KZbin with similar length as me and have my journey with them. To future, healthy growth🍷

[@sianeegett3037]

I literally had no idea that oil could irritate your Scalp. Maybe I've been living under a rock but I was so confused as to why my Scalp was so dang itchy and because you said oil could irritate your Scalp now I know why 🤦🏾‍♀️

[@SeunOkimi]

No, its ok! A lot of people actually don't know! I just read and study these things a lot, but it can be confusing since its talked about as being beneficial most of the time, so you're not alone!

[@sianeegett3037]

@@SeunOkimi this is exactly why I was confused.! So many people in the natural hair community make it seem like you have to oil your scalp a lot and you're the first person I came across who said that it could one of he reasons of my scalp being irritated. I was so stuck and trying to figure out why my scalp was so irritated because I do everything right and it's not like my scalp is ever dirty because my scalp would still be irritated right after wash day!

[@farishageorge6464]

@@sianeegett3037 Oh my goodness,I become so itchy,with all my oil mixtures. I didn't even know that what has to causing it,cause I don't have dandruff or any scalp fungal issue,so I'm like what the Jenkins is causing it. So I want to know now if its best I stop using it,i need advice❗❗

[@sianeegett3037]

@@farishageorge6464 Well I have went a while without using oil on my scalp and noticed it hasn't been itching. But when I did oil my scalp it started to itch. I use oil on my hair as a sealent. And I've been just as confused as you are as to why my scalp was itching like crazy.

[@BlackGirlLovesAnime6]

It’s not that it makes your scalp itchy it’s because your scalp is already dry. Oil is a sealant so if you put it on dry scalp it will seal in dryness.

[@egberijessica121]

it's the expression on your face for me.😍. Can't wait to have full hair.

[@mervedie9626]

Your hair is beautiful but you ?? You're glowing !!! ❤️❤️

[@SeunOkimi]

Thank you so much 😀

[@divineofomaja]

Seun did anybody ever tell you that you look like Gabrielle Union coz I can't stop unseeing it

[@VampireBlood1986]

I always said that too

[@SeunOkimi]

I get that so much, haha!

[@daisiesandpandas1218]

And she keeps reminding me of the McClure twins. Ironic that their mother and her are both Yoruba/Nigerian

[@divineofomaja]

@@daisiesandpandas1218 😅 I'm also Nigerian and half Yoruba

[@lolabunny1157]

OMGGGGGG your hair grows sooo fast

[@Elisha0401]

your hair is so lovely and full

[@apara2005]

3M without washing your hair? My scalp gets oily and itchy after a week. Who ever doesn't have sensitive scalp is lucky. My hair doesn't mind being washed often. I still retain length and don't have split ends or breakage. It's very interesting how different each head of hair is 😁

[@iateyursandwiches]

She said she fid wash her hair once in between though

[@BlackGirlLovesAnime6]

Try adding peppermint oil to your hair regimen it works wonders for dry/itchy scalp

[@nadiachin283]

Use the Taliah Waajid dry shampoo while protective styling. It will change your life!

[@kinghill500]

Notifications so pretty 💕

[@SeunOkimi]

❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@deh_beey]

Your videos>>>> I’ve missed you💕

[@SeunOkimi]

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@Lovergirl777]

yooooo sis hair grew hella, so proud !!

[@rebeccashabalala_]

Wow your hair grew 🤩so healthy , thank u for the tips

[@redrose14152]

The growth is real my fren

[@sage8889]

Welcome Back! ☺

[@SeunOkimi]

thank you!!!!!❤️

[@plantsoulala]

SIMBA!!!! Beautiful thick hair.

[@Patrick_Nita]

Nice to see you Seun!. Thanks for the length retaining tips😊 I literally cut all my hair off in April and my natural hair journey has been a rollercoaster experience. Anytime I see your hair video, I literally see a solution to my hair issues. I'd love to see more! We are in this together ❤!!!

[@SeunOkimi]

It makes me really happy to be able to help!!❤️❤️

[@estelleholderharildstad310]

I have missed you and your gorgeous mane, Your hair is growing well after your big chop....Well done😍

[@trinicadeem]

You’re a gorgeous woman! Beautiful skin!

[@SeunOkimi]

Thank you!!

[@ruki1026]

Hi Seun! How would you recommend moisturizing hair in long term protective styles for someone that has to pour water over their hair frequently since you mentioned to avoid using creams?

[@calip08]

Your hair and skin is beautiful! 😍

[@unknown_______9417]

Could you do a video about mini braids with natural hair? I’ve heard it is really good length retention hairstyle and I’d love to see you try it!!❤️

[@SeunOkimi]

Maybe one day!😊

[@superboypriest3295]

Beautiful 🤩 as Always!!🌹

[@SeunOkimi]

thank you so much😊❤️❤️❤️

[@azchanna]

She has good hair

[@remilemonde]

I do the exact same thing with my edges when doing braids. No added hair, no added tension.

[@whitneyjennings2945]

I love all you videos Its been 2 years now I did the big chop and its a lot of 4c hair but love everything about it now thank you.

[@nevayagrace6334]

OMG YAY YOURE BACKK

[@SeunOkimi]

❤️❤️❤️

[@kemi.a.2000]

Since your hair is now short you could cut the braids shorter. It makes taking down easy too

[@robyndawson3978]

Nice growth there. Whe are at the same length so I will follow your method..why? Because I have similar hair, Low porosity and thin strands. But it grows out big like your hair. So hopefully we can retain length. That's always been a problem for me. I also much much older than you 56 years old and have been natural for over ten years. I long to grow length one day just to see what it feels like. Thanks for the video.

[@chichidaniels2677]

Deciding to cut your hair had an impact on my hair journey cause I could relate where your length is same as mine and we grow it together thanks baby girl

[@KatieJonesJones]

Your so beautiful and I love your personality

[@Niastingles]

am happy you are now in Nigeria so you can help us recommend good hair products am tired of cutting my hair and then the hair doesnt grow

[@marymansaray]

This video, was so helpful, thank you for these tips.

[@anne.8830]

So excited to see you!!! First here!

[@SeunOkimi]

❤️❤️❤️Thank you!

[@The90sGirl90sstyle]

Your hair looks like it grew more than an inch. You have beautiful hair ❤

[@naturalme6485]

I've been waiting for this video 😂😂😂 Now let me get to watching.

[@SeunOkimi]

😊🥰❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@FineNaturalHairROCKS]

Your hair is so beautiful and long now! WOW! 😍

[@GracefulKnots]

This is really helpful. I have just come back from Nigeria too and I did braids ie crochet water melon braids( video is on my channel) and I am hoping my hair won't fall off again as I had issues ad hadn't braided for 2 years. I think if I do this maintenance routine I should be ok:)

[@inspirestrength505]

So lovely your hair is growing so much. love the tips. xoxo

[@SeunOkimi]

Thank you so much!!

[@favourxx]

your hair actually grew a lot and pls what's the name of that product in the green bottle? I don't think I've seen it in Nigeria

[@SeunOkimi]

hey! it was ors leave in!

[@Sisima13]

I’m so glad I’m not the only one that keeps box braids for 3 months 😭❤️

[@wverinegir9481]

How do u survive

[@Sisima13]

@@wverinegir9481 Been doing that for years, I’m not about to pay over 100$ to have them on my head for only one month. As long as they’re done right and it’s not giving me bumps I’ll keep them in for up to 3 months if it’s causing problems I’ll take them off early 😕

[@TalBill3]

it's growing fast imo :o

[@foulo-mama1743]

I need to take a whole week write everything you’re saying down and start doing it! I am sooooo done with not retaining length! Also i think oils make my scalp itchy because i use the Miss Antilles lotion it works well but ughhhh my scalp will itch so bad afterwards !