My Moisture Protein Balance Hair Care Routine | Type 4 Curls

[@Listen2me400]

In the three years almost four years that I have been natural I have to thank the KZbin Natural Hair Community for all the tips and tricks because I knew nothing. I did a big chop and when my hair was short it was easier. I used Shea Moisture products and they worked until my hair grew out and something changed. I’m one who will pay attention to what my hair is doing so I will switch things up if necessary. I also try to watch influencers who have hair similar to mine. Can’t be out here trying to do something with my hair that will definitely be a no when we have a totally different hair type. A few months back my hair was pretty dry every time I did it so I started doing protective styles (twists) that I leave in for a week and once I took them out I would wash my hair. I also started back pre-pooing and using cowashes in my monthly routines as well. I recently tried the new Curlsmith bonding treatment. It worked amazingly well. I did my hair six days ago and it is still moisturized. I used an old favorite gel I hadn’t used in a while, the Mane Choice Biotin Infused gel along with the original 3 in 1 leave in and my hair is so soft and moisturized. I was super happy to feel my hair in its normal state. I also trimmed my ends. It’s been a roller coaster ride but all in all one I’ve enjoyed because I LOVE my curly hair. You are one of my favorites and there are only a few people that I actually watch for actual tips. Some I watch just for fun. So thanks for all of your hair wisdom. It is much appreciated. 🤎🤎🤎. I watched your Miche Beauty gel video. I thought one side of your hair looked a little frizzy. I was wrong. It’s gorgeous as usual. My routine is similar in that I do my hair once a week. One week co-wash sometimes two weeks in a row. When I shampoo I use either Miche Beauty, Adwoa Beauty or Melanin Hair Care shampoos. I switch between protein and moisture deep conditioners and I use a steam cap. I started using clay washes as well but only once a month. I became a product junky but in the last year realized it’s best that I stick to what I know works. I will be using up my stash. I have several favorites so if any of the formulas change I will still have some options but gone are the days of trying everything. It’s a wrap. I think I’ve figured it out. My hair thanks me. 🤣

[@NJEberhart]

Awww you are the sweetest Diane 💕😊. And totally feel the same way about the Natural Hair community on YT. I’ve learned so much and am still learning and just wanted to share the little knowledge that I do have with you all. And then of course bounce ideas off of y’all because you and my other subscribers give me amazing tips! Love that you found a routine that works for you!!! I too am learning that it’s ok to try new things here and there but def stick to what I know best 😂. Thanks so much for the lovely comment and all your support love ❤️

[@felicia_716]

I clarify monthly and will follow up with a rinse out conditioner just so I can finger detangle and add some moisture back before my deep conditioner. It's the only time I use a rinse out. I use a protein/moisture balance deep conditioner every 4-6 weeks and do a deep protein every 3-4 months. I gave myself protein overload once, never again! 🤣

[@NJEberhart]

Ohhhhh no!!! I’m sorry. I’m happy you were able to recover and it seems like you have a really good routine now 😊. Thanks for watching Felicia 💕😘

[@tyshundamanning]

Week 1 -shampoo and condition, week 2 shampoo and deep moisture, week 3 shampoo and condition, week 4 shampoo and deep protein conditioner. I don't use heat often or straighten my hair, so deep conditioning every other week seems plenty. No heavy proteins used. Favorite protein conditioners are Oyin honey hemp and ORS hair mayo.

[@NJEberhart]

Hey Tyshunda! Thanks for sharing your routine. You got it down pat. 😊💕

[@kaylaholmes7230]

My regimen for this winter consists of me shampooing my hair every other week with the African Black Soap Reviving Shampoo from Melanin Haircare. Then I use a moisturizing deep conditioner. On the weeks I'm not doing the regular washday as I call it I do a clay wash. Then once a month I do a protein treatment. The protein treatment I use is the one from Ecoslay. It's pretty light but it works wonders for my hair. As far as styling, I stick to wearing my hair in mini twists and taking it down on Fridays to pre-poo. I wash my hair on Saturday and depending on how I feel I might wait till Sunday to style my hair.

[@NJEberhart]

Hey Kayla!!! I love the routine ☺️. I’ve been wanting to get my hands on the ecoslay protein treatment. Def will soon. And I totally feel you about styling the next day. It be like that sometimes lol. Thanks for watching 💕

[@CC-ll3ek]

Hey Nisha, You look so beautiful! Co-washing is a no-go for my hair. It just feels dirty and weighed down. That prepoo pep talk resonated w/me. I need to get back into it. I throughly enjoyed this video!

[@NJEberhart]

Aww thank you so much love! Lol yeah cowash if isn’t for everyone. Def give Prepooing another shot though 😊

[@freespirit7450]

Protein and moisture balance is the key for lenght retention.

[@NJEberhart]

It def is the Key. Thanks so much for watching 😘

[@SheReaDelSol]

Is that the Miche wash n go? it looks gooooooooooodt. It was hard to concentrate

[@SheReaDelSol]

Girl!!!! Please preach about cowashing. I did a shampoo experiment and lord 😩😩😩

[@SheReaDelSol]

I see you answered that wash n go question, nevermind. Yes, I watch until the end 😂😂

[@NJEberhart]

Thank you my dear 😘. Girrllll I tried the shampoo thing too and it ain’t for me sis!!!!

[@Realist79]

I love the Tropic Isle Living Protein Conditioner for a strong protein treatment. It has a rough smell but, it gets the job done.

[@NJEberhart]

Nice!! I haven’t hear of that protein treatment before so I’ll have to look into it 😊. Thanks for watching love 💕

[@DPickron]

Your hair looks 💣 here, sis!!! So full and shiny! 💜

[@NJEberhart]

Awww thank you so much Devin 😘😊. I used the Miche Beauty gel that I just did a video on. Thanks so much for watching love 💕

[@nicolewilliams9040]

Love how comprehensive this was. My hair us very similar to yours. I am going to try your routine.

[@NJEberhart]

Thank you so much Nicole. Glad you enjoyed the video. Def let me know how my routine works for you and tweak if you need to 😉😘

[@NikRomage]

This is a great video babe as usual! Content and editing on top🔝🚀especially with the calendar visual 💯😊

[@NJEberhart]

Awww thank you my love 😍☺️😘. Always appreciate your support 😘

[@karamitchell4627]

I love your regimen. Mine is close to yours. I’ve also added henna to mine every 2-3 months.

[@NJEberhart]

Thank you Kara 😊💕

[@coilyloxs9696]

Very beneficial breakdown of moisture/protein balance. Thank you I needed this one today. You hair looks absolutely gorgeous.

[@NJEberhart]

Awww thank you so much love ☺️. Glad you enjoyed the video 😘💕

[@PreciousOne777]

I use Kinky Curly Come Clean once a month to clarify. I mainy use moisture deep conditioners on wash days...once a month except 1 wash day when I will use Honey Handmade Healthy Hair Hydration Mask (protein from the blackseed & goat milk is usually just enough protein) or another deep conditioner with a light protein. You got me to try the try Chocolate Kinks & Curls...will try a used jar I got from someone next week.

[@NJEberhart]

Love the routine. Def gotta do what works for you. Glad you are trying CKK! I hope you like it. Thank you for watching love 💕 😊

[@blkbry-yg4gd]

Hey Nisha!🖐🏾 My hair routine is similar to yours as far as maintaining a protein/moisture balance. I also use ayurvedic ingredients on a regular basis(oil infusions, DIY hair masks). Today was actually wash day for me and I used a protein conditioner(Chi keratin).

[@NJEberhart]

Hey Tina 😘. I need to stop being lazing and incorporate more DIY Ayurvedic products to my hair! One day 😂. Thanks for watching love ❤️

[@blkbry-yg4gd]

@@NJEberhart Once you get into mixing your own concoctions, it's really fun!

[@n2xrcise]

This is pretty much me too. I had a routine and then fell off it mostly because I was doing month long protective styles, so when I came out of them I started my routine over again. Now I think I will do short term protective styles (right now it crochet braids) and keep up with my wash day routines.

[@naturalnubbie]

Extremely informative and well presented video! Thank you ❤!

[@NJEberhart]

Awww thank you so much! Glad that you enjoyed it 💕. Thanks for watching Alex 😊

[@tangybrandford8475]

Waiting for the new favorite products

[@NJEberhart]

Yes!!! Coming in February love 😊😘

[@Sabrina_E.]

Your hair is beautiful! I don’t wear wash and goes but yours is beautiful!

[@NJEberhart]

Awww thank you love 💕😊. I used the new Miche Beauty gel.

[@tditty79]

Hey girlie! First can I say you are simply glowing! I love the routine and it’s not complex I like the second week cowash so I will implement it this weekend. I also agree with protective styling, with me being home there are times I leave my twist or braids in for the entire week. Having a schedule such as yourself makes things easier. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@NJEberhart]

Hey love!!! Thank you so much 😊. Yes I’m an advocate for co washing lol. Let me know how incorporating that works for you. Girl if it want for KZbin I probably would wear my twists all the time 😂. Thanks for watching 😘💕

[@coilyloxs9696]

I always pre-poo & DC with heat each wash. I mostly co-wash/clay wash. I hadn’t been using a protein moisture DC that often but I will start doing that more often. I have the mielle DC and will use until it’s gone. I also have the soultanicals glide & go. For now I’ll use Alikay Naturals black soap or one of my shampoo bars from henna sooq when I do use shampoo.

[@NJEberhart]

Love the routine!!! I’ve been thinking about trying henna sooq. Didn’t know that had shampoo bars though! Thanks for watching love 💕

[@jsspald]

Thank you for breaking down your routine! I defintely will try that protein deep conditioner. I'm defintely tired of the Aphrogee.🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@NJEberhart]

Hey Jamisa! Botanika is my fav! Def check it out. Can get is at target or target.com if it is not in store. Thanks for watching love ❤️

[@taasshhlove]

I shampoo every wash day. I use clay masks as needed and alternate between moisture and protein DCs depending on what my hair needs that week. I’ve been doing mini twists for several months so I typically wash every other week when protective styling (weekly when doing wash n go’s) unless my scalp is asking to be washed (like today😭).

[@NJEberhart]

Love that you are doing mini twists to protect your hair. I may experiment with mini twists in the warmer months. Great routine! Thanks for watching 😘😊

[@aanderson1037]

Great video Nisha!! I have been told that I be doing the most with my hair but my routine works for me! I focus more on keeping my hair “hydrated” so I tend to cowash/shampoo more frequently. I also use Mielle’s DC for protein but I like the Rosemary and Mint one instead of the babassu one. I love you found what works for you!!🙌🏽

[@NJEberhart]

Thanks love! Glad you found a routine that works for you as well! Thanks for watching love 💕

[@moni9192]

I am trying to get that moisture protein balance too. Just figured out that my hair likes cowash one week, moisturizing shampoo the next. Protein one week. Moisture deep conditioner the next. Once a month clarify. I am going to try the clay mask the first of Feb

[@NJEberhart]

Love the routine sis! Excited to hear your thoughts about clay washing come February. Thanks for watching love 💕 😊

[@massiebabyxoxo]

looking forward to the February favorites!

[@NJEberhart]

Thank you Taylor! They will be up the second week of February 😘😊

[@JRD72]

Thank you so much for this vid !!! I needed to revamp my regimen and I really like yours ❤️

[@NJEberhart]

Thank you so much for watching! So happy it was helpful 💕😊

[@gabbylincoln1165]

I try to alternate my weeks between moisturizing products with low protein and the next week with restorative/strengthening products for wash day. Each month I will also use a clay and a cowash! I always use moisturizing products when I style my hair! I've been trying to do more twist/braid outs and styles with no gel or moisturizing gel (CR curl maker or UFD curly magic) in the wintertime. My hair doesn't need a lot of protein but I know the importance of it so it's always used but I've never had to use a super-strong protein treatment like Aphogee

[@NJEberhart]

Hey Gabby 😊. Love the routine, ours are very similar! And I too just started to focus on using moisturizing gels in the winter (if I use one at all lol). Thanks for watching love 💕

[@olivian.matthew2155]

TFS! My regimen is still pending but I want it to be minimal yet effective. Generally: cleanse, condition, style once a week. Verdict still out on co washing/cleaning conditioner. No pre poos and no dedicated leave ins. Going to expect my conditioners effects to be bomb enough to flex through styling lol. Trying to branch out into wash n gos too. Let’s see how it goes.

[@NJEberhart]

Hey Olivia!!! Yeah sometimes it takes a while to get a regimen down. Took me a while 😂. I love wash n go’s but they don’t always want me to be great lol (length retention lol). Thanks for watching love ❤️

[@jasminejohnson5089]

Great video! Get tips , and yes I need that favorite video

[@NJEberhart]

Thank you Jasmine 😊. They will be coming the second week of February 💕

[@Love_Lai_xo]

These are great tips! I just started a new regimen. I was actually thinking about doing something similar to yours! Gonna give it a try with some tweaking of course! Your hair looks so juicy & defined! 😉 Thanks for sharing!

[@NJEberhart]

Thank you love 😊💕. Yes def tweak it to your liking for sure. Glad you enjoyed the video beautiful 😊

[@Sunflower94H]

I agree that you have to go back to what works. 🙂

[@NJEberhart]

Right!!! Going back to what you know always works out the best! Thanks for watching love 💕

[@Sunflower94H]

@@NJEberhart Always 🤗

[@lauramcintosh3341]

Lmaooo everyone just waiting for your favs....me too sis but I will like and watch this while I wait

[@NJEberhart]

😂😂😂 thanks Laura! Favs are coming the second week of February! 💕

[@AllThingsMoElle]

Such an informative video! I was taking notes sis! Lol

[@NJEberhart]

Awww thanks Mo 😊💕.

[@NaturallyLaceyE]

I like to use a dc with protein every wash day. My hair loves protein and flourishes with it.

[@NJEberhart]

Yesss!!! Us low porosity girls need protein too! Lol. Thanks for watching beautiful 😘

[@NaturallyLaceyE]

@@NJEberhart girl you know I love you lol

[@Emerald_Empress14]

Now I have to have a counseling session with my hair. Don't think I'm doing enough. 🤔🤦🏾‍♀️

[@NJEberhart]

Hey love! Just implement one thing at a time and see how that works for you for a while. And then you can continue to make changes as you see fit. Just a suggestion 😊. Thanks for watching love 💕

[@shedori92]

Good job sis! 👏🏾

[@NJEberhart]

Thank you so much love 💕☺️

[@shedori92]

@@NJEberhart of course!!!

[@lauramcintosh3341]

Omg wait why did we cancel Mielle because I use that deep conditioner too. Someone please tell me😩😭

[@jaylonsanders8402]

Here's a video that covers what happened: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mJTKlWeLaLabe7M

[@NJEberhart]

Yes def watch the video. But essentially, the owner of Mielle and her husband harassed a KZbinr all because she gave a negative review in the rice water products that she paid for her own money.

[@melleciosa]

Thank you for sharing...I need to write down my own week to week... This is a good idea... I also want to document what I used each wash day to keep track. My new new favorite strong protein treatment is CURLSMITH Bond Builder... It was magical for my hair... It smoothed my stands and I could feel how the protein and elasticitywas restored to my hair... I think u will love that...

[@NJEberhart]

Hey love! I was thinking about writing down what I use as well, but unfortunately it’s only been a thought 😂. Def gotta see what Curlsmith is taking about lol. Thanks for watching love 💕

[@melleciosa]

Yes definitely look into that bond builder; I've seen comparison videos to olaplex (which I've never tried and now probably never will) but this comes in 8oz bottle vs olaplex 3 ounces... It definitely did something magical to my hair and I would definitely repurchase...

[@maudemccoy7131]

This is a great video👌🏾

[@NJEberhart]

Thank you so much love ☺️💕

[@shantadawson5624]

Yes girl you been holding out lol this is a good solid routine to follow. Thank you for sharing 😁 do you pre poo even when you co wash?

[@NJEberhart]

😂 my bad Shanta! Better later than never lol. And yes ma’am most times I still prepoo before I cowash. Unless I’m being lazy or don’t have much time. Thanks for watching love ❤️

[@shantadawson5624]

@@NJEberhart thank you for responding 😁

[@ariannacamaguey8569]

Thank for the video beautiful 😍😍

[@NJEberhart]

Awww thank you so much for watching love ❤️ 😘

[@godsprecious6884]

Thank you so much 😊

[@NJEberhart]

Thanks for watching love 💕 😊

[@1922mistyblue]

Nice routine

[@NJEberhart]

Thank you so much Julie 💕

[@starmaxx4]

Thank you NJ for this routine video 💕😊😊.. my routine is kind of similar to yours .. do you think you will try that Curlsmith Bond treatment? ..

[@NJEberhart]

Hey love! I have been hearing about it lately and it’s on my radar. Want to try Curlsmith in general this year. You know I’ll make a video when I do 😊. Thanks for watching love 💕

[@starmaxx4]

@@NJEberhart ok I can’t wait for the Curlsmith review 😊

[@jsspald]

This is super random but do you still use this exact routine or do you switch it up?

[@NJEberhart]

Hey Jamisa 😘. Sorry for the late reply. I def still do the same routine. A few minor changes but nothing major. Just adding bond reconstructors into the mix.

[@idk-vv5zu]

Does your regimen still apply even when u have braids? Or do u have another regimen for protective styles

[@NJEberhart]

Hey love 💕, I don’t keep my protective styles in for very long. If I keep it in for a month then I wash and add a deep conditioner every 2 weeks. I add leave in and oil when ever I feel like I need it. Then I resume my routine once the protective style it out.

[@Trecester]

Question: when you clay wash, there is no shampoo in the process? Do you just clay wash and then deep conditioner?

[@NJEberhart]

Hi Trece! The clay wash replace shampoo. So yes you just go straight to your conditioner after the clay wash. Some people still shampoo but you don’t have to. They clay should have already detoxed and cleansed your hair. Hope that helps 😊💕

[@Trecester]

@@NJEberhart Yes it does. Thank you

[@jacksonjayda1984]

Great video! I'm trying to start a routine for my son and myself. I have a lot of things I would to try once I can afford it. I have the African Pride heated clay mask. Have you tried it?? Will you try an inexpensive clay mask like that? I'm afraid to use it 🤣🤣 Any comments are welcomed!!

[@NJEberhart]

Hey Jayda! Thanks so much for watching love 😊. I actually have not used the African Pride heated clay mask before. I’ve seen other review it and most like it so def give it a try if you want lol.

[@jacksonjayda1984]

Thank you for responding! I am binge watching your videos and a few others. I am learning mine and my son's hair. We're low porosity so I'm learning a lot. I experienced protein overload a few weeks ago using the Sheamoisture JBCO line. It's been a journey, but I'm learning! Can't wait for upcoming videos. I'm really anxious to see what items you use during the warmer months. I live in GA and now that I'm wearing my hair in its coily form I'm big nervous 🤣🤣🤣

[@slikvik237238vl]

Hey Nisha, what are your favorite prepoos? I’m looking for some good ones cause my hair is a mess if I don’t prepoo 🙃

[@Sabrina_E.]

I have never prepooed, I may need to try it.

[@slikvik237238vl]

@@Sabrina_E. if you struggle with any breakage or detangling, I highly recommended prepooing. I shed and break off a ton of hair if I don’t prepoo before i shampoo. It’s definitely helped my wash days

[@Sabrina_E.]

@@slikvik237238vl I most definitely will!

[@nataliecousins2179]

The African pride aloe prepoo is bomb!!! It’s all you need for moisture, slip and detangling!

[@Sabrina_E.]

@@nataliecousins2179 okay I was going to go today and look for some new products. Like that why on my page I like to try different things so I can help my hair grow.

[@gabbylincoln1165]

does this routine work best if you're doing styles without gels?? because I love co-washing but in the summer I do a lot of wash and gos and if I use a gel, I feel the need to shampoo each time. but shampooing every wash day can get to be a lot!!

[@NJEberhart]

Hey Gabby 😊. So even in the summer I don’t do wash and goes a lot. Maybe like 2 weeks out of them month. So I normally don’t have an issue washing gel out of my hair. I do feel like the clay washes get rid of gel washes better than cowashing so maybe try that out instead. I hope that helps!

[@nataliecousins2179]

So after a clay wash, you don’t have to do a regular shampoo? For some reason I thought you did. I haven’t used mine from chocolate kinks and kurls yet.

[@NJEberhart]

Hey Natalie. No you don’t have to shampoo after. The clay wash is in place of shampoo but of course you can always shampoo after if you want. Totally up to you. Thanks for watching love ❤️

[@Quitee717]

Do you have any scalp issues? During the winter month I find my scalp more irritated than normal...any suggestions?

[@NJEberhart]

Hey love! I actually don’t have scalp issues. If you are suffering from dry scalp then I def would suggest oils and especially essential oils like peppermint and eucalyptus. Also as I am as a dry scalp line that I heard it really good. If it is another scalp issue it may be that your scalp reacts badly to certain ingredients. With that you will have to experiment a try to isolate the ingredient or products that might be causing the issue. Hope that helps!

[@reginaldfairfield]

Heyy! What kind of bonnet do you have? ♥

[@NJEberhart]

Recently I have been using my bonnet from The Bon Don www.thebondon.com

[@shantehale3188]

👋🏾👋🏾👋🏾👸🏾❤️👍🏾

[@NJEberhart]

Hey Shante ❤️. Thanks for watching love ☺️

[@sphanksjohns]

Thumbs up to the non-white owned statement. I wish my friends would understand that white people have enough support. We really need to support our own.

[@NJEberhart]

Yes ma’am!!! Def trying to support my people more and more, my stash is def 90% black owned! Thanks for watching 💕