My Relaxed Hair Journey in 3 months

[@uchihaitachi4629]

Relaxed hair doesn’t like braids that are left in for long periods. It has to have daily moisture maintenance

[@patricew.4010]

Well none relaxed hair doesn't like it either, and needs moisture as well. Oddly peeps like not stating this.

[@chemmieee]

Hair likes to be put away and moisturized and left alone your comment is very incorrect because everybody doesn’t have the same hair …some people can wear protective styles and their head will grow and some people may hair weaker strands and end up losing hair regardless…relaxed or non relaxed …..

[@kayycee4585]

My hair loves braids. Even when I was relaxed in middle and high school my mom would braid our hair and leave it braided for 2 months and the hair growth was BEAUTIFUL! I just went back relaxed and will probably let her braid my hair again

[@tias.6675]

Depends. I use to wear micros a lot and never had problems.

[@arrianaa4052]

@@kayycee4585with or without extension?????

[@authenticallyzenful]

It was the braids. Braids will break and thin out hair due to no combing especially with additional hair.

[@charmingyoutuber2408]

Not due to not combing, it’s from the tension. It literally rips your hair apart

[@Miaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa]

What about sew ins ? Please tell me they’re okay

[@nikkistahr7105]

When I used to braid my hair I realized that using any braiding hair in with my hair intermingled..it would break. But when I braided just my own hair solo it thanked me and grew like weeds..

[@kayade5305]

I don't know why I get excited when I see someone with the same hairline as mine. Your hair is gorgeous 😍

[@DenaJ]

Lolol.. Same hair line?? Lol.

[@nicoledavis6344]

I just took out my Senegalese twists. I’m relaxed and never had any type of braids/extensions in my hair. A lot of my hair came out too after removing the twists and washing my hair…it was so tangled and I was so mad because I I thought my hair was in a “protective” style. Only had the twists in for 5 wks. I don’t think it’s good to get braids when your hair is relaxed, because of the processing the hair is more fragile and breaks easier.

[@ajlive6419]

Relaxed or natural you have to take good care of it. Very nice! ❤

[@DenaJ]

So true!

[@freedomprime641]

You & the hair are gorgeous

[@DenaJ]

Thanks ❤️🤗😊

[@Debertan1998]

For me keeping the braids for a while actually helps a lot with the growth of my hair. I've seen amazing results. Apparently, leaving out my relaxed hair after washing without straighening it damages it rather. For some weird reason but I realized that protecting my hair a lot with braiding or cornrows with my natural hair helps with the growth of my hair.

[@6ftNaturalBeauty]

Protective styling helps with length retention, not growth. I am so surprised people do not understand and know this by now. Your hair is going to grow no matter what style it is in if you do not have underlying medical conditions or deficiencies that stop hair growth. Where The issue comes in is that your hair CAN break off at the ends at the same rate that it’s growing from your scalp. Giving the ILLUSION that your hair is not growing or growing very slowly.

[@juanitamachain4726]

Gaps doesn’t necessarily mean split ends and if your hair is getting tangled in the shower I’d consider a more moisturizing shampoo and conditioner.

[@DenaJ]

In my case, the ends were spilt and breaking off.

[@tashajones3661]

Facts using moisturizing products for wash day is definitely a good repair system for this problem.

[@vanessawilliams217]

My relaxed hair keep breaking off. You look great.

[@maryjflanagan1922]

I use human braiding hair and twist my hair. Flat twists and roots that are braided with twisted ends saves your ends. I’ll put synthetic hair on top of human hair for length and color. Yeah, I actually am braiding it twice. 😂😂

[@latonyaeasterlin3432]

Your hair is beautiful, you are younger than me, I am 51, and I can't do braids anymore, too much shedding. Be careful with the braids.

[@teetee19768]

I'm relaxed and want to get my hair braided except I won't allow it to be pulled too tight. What do you think caused yours to shed?

[@latonyaeasterlin3432]

@@teetee19768 I think it was that the braids were too small.

[@teetee19768]

@latonya easterlin OK good to know! I really want medium size braids or twists just to keep my hair up and out of my way for a couple of weeks. All hair requires proper maintenance.

[@suzymeister]

I'm glad that you let go of those thin ends. I'm not a fan of holding on to damaged hair. Let it go! It will grow back.

[@meep2605]

Thought I'm keeping knotless braids for 3 months, why do I get the feeling that I'll lose hair? I think the perfect protective hairstyle is those without any extension.

[@nmaisichei4043]

Finally you're God's sent , I have been worried and also looking for how to relax my natural hair (bc i hardly have time anymore 2 keep up) and not be scared of damaging the growth and also maintaining its length and volume .

[@rosiebottom3870]

I had the same gap, in fact mine was worse. My hairdresser said its caused by carrying bags on your shoulder.

[@Tameka_White]

The main thing that tangles relaxed hair is curly roots especially if you’re “stretching relaxers” past the time that is recommended for your texture. It’s like transition from relaxed to natural and abruptly stopping and starting again. I remember telling a client she needs to decide if she’s in or out.

[@DenaJ]

I agree. Excessive stretching can truly ruin your hair, but it works for some. Those with loser textures seems to get on fine with long stretches.

[@Tameka_White]

Absolutely, a wavey textured friend of mine gets relaxer once or twice per yer depending on if she’s traveling to the islands or not.

[@gabzz72]

its kind of reassuring that even hair gurus do have setbacks. I got bad breakage after a sew in, i was debating just giving up on relaxed hair, but its par for the coarse and not the end of the world if i need a cut.

[@DenaJ]

Girl, I ain't no guru 😂 but yes, setbacks will definitely come.

[@Neesha242]

Maybe a wig would work best for relaxed hair because you can still moisturize it everyday

[@sali6522]

I had the matting happen twice to me with my permed hair. I had to cut it twice. The 2nd time I did a big chop. Back to natural.

[@0tismadaline]

Healthy hair goals 😍

[@totallytalian]

Once my hair is relaxed and I put braids or any protective styles my hair break and thin out really bad so I have decided to stay natural and enjoy my braids and styles 😌 if I feel for a straight look I will do wigs for a while

[@jmac6350]

My hair is the length that yours is after you cut it. I would LOVE for it to be longer but it doesn’t look good when it gets longer because the ends look terrible. So I trim it. It status healthier that way and it looks it too. Maybe someday I will be able to have really long hair but I doubt it.

[@positivechic1463]

My hair tangles pretty bad too it’s a little shorter than yours and I dred days. I am thinking about cutting 3 inches

[@mindyjons2523]

Looks or feels healthier? Or rather does trimming actually help hair get healthier or rather just gives the impression of being healthier?

[@DenaJ]

Both! Looks and feels. Your hair detangles much easier when you get a trim/cut. And of course, it looks healthier too.

[@mindyjons2523]

@@DenaJ I see. Any tips for damaged relaxed hair or hair regrowth tips?

[@Joystar3000]

Your hair looks great 👍 I do wear braids but only two goddess braids. ❤

[@jaiyabyrd4177]

Beautiful Hair Lovely Lady

[@DenaJ]

Ty😊🤗

[@indiamoore8988]

Your hair is beautiful

[@DenaJ]

Ty❤️❤️

[@staciep2638]

Also after braiding they trim up the braid and that’s trimming off your hair thus thinning the ends

[@DenaJ]

So true

[@autumnelise801]

Your pretty your skin wow you look like Gabriel Union

[@DenaJ]

Awwwww 😊

[@augustinarosanwo9027]

You’re so beautiful

[@DenaJ]

Thank you🤗

[@SafeRn]

Same thing happened to me with braids! I will nevaaaaaaa get braids with extensions again unless they are twists !

[@DenaJ]

I want a protective style but I may invest and get a wig

[@sunshinesandysp]

Twice I put in braid in my hair. Both times I lost of of hair. Alot of knotting, hence breakage.

[@rebecadiaz2194]

Beautiful hair

[@DenaJ]

Thank you🤗

[@GiaMooore]

Do u experience a lot of shedding ?? With relaxed hair

[@Crissy991]

such pretty hair. what relaxer do you use?

[@DenaJ]

I use Dark and Lovely

[@Crissy991]

​@@DenaJTY

[@killahkurlz7157]

braids are the death of compromised hair

[@DenaJ]

They really are! But they do well for some!

[@michaelpipkinsr9777]

so beautiful ❤️

[@DenaJ]

Awww, thanks 🤗💕

[@Alleyywalleyy]

What do you moisturize and seal with so your hair doesn’t revert

[@DenaJ]

I'm not worried about reverting because I'm relaxed 🥰 But in this video, I'm using the Mielle Avocado Hair Milk to moisturise.

[@zeeechanged5352]

I use to be relaxed it did not like braids

[@billiezee]

I’ve had nothing but poor experiences from getting braids with added hair. My hair hates added hair!

[@ashleyadkins6091]

alot of relaxers are linked to fertility issues and uterine cancer i would be careful

[@charmingyoutuber2408]

It’s very rare, the average person will use a relaxer and never experience health issues from them. I’d say compared to other toxins people put on/in their body (alcohol and cigarettes especially) relaxer isn’t nearly as bad.

[@PaperMario64]

Your ends look fine. I would just suggest you stay away from braids. The straightening and re-bending of hair causes weak points.

[@isatumohamedallieu3100]

How many mouths do you relax your hair

[@DenaJ]

Every 3 months or thereabouts

[@organicniki6]

Anytime I braid my hair when relaxed it falls out. I don’t care how careful I am, it just does not work for me.

[@DenaJ]

Me toooo! I give up with braids!

[@glueckskindliebebinich]

This happened from braids ?????

[@DenaJ]

Braids, too much tangles, wrong products on wash day...

[@user-bc5cf5kr4s]

👑

[@taiwobada8287]

What is the oil in the dropper that you are using to massage your scalp

[@DenaJ]

It was avocado oil 🥰

[@taiwobada8287]

Ok thanks

[@taiwobada8287]

Hope it helps to keep your scalp moisturized

[@aleakitty]

Check your iron levels

[@boitumelolekgeu9363]

6 inches? I would have died 😢

[@DenaJ]

🤣🤣🤣 It'll grow right back

[@makedanyahuma555]

6 inches. Oh jeeeez. Better to do it now than hv tuh do 12 inches wiii because the breakage will just keep going up. In no time u.ll be longer because of yr wonderful routine. Keep at it beautiful

[@johnroedbacting6620]

You could have gone for a Rebond instead of Relax 😅😅 The effect is yoo stiff.

[@jaebeablessings1005]

Some of that braiding hair is harsh

[@zacksmacks]

Braids are the worst in my opinion

[@m2kaay]

Why is hair length and retention so important??

[@ShanyShannon]

Ask yourself the same??? It's in your banner I'm sure you have an answer dude! 😀👍🏾

[@m2kaay]

@@ShanyShannon I have long hair. Doesn't mean it's important I just hate haircuts and am lazy

[@Tyansofficial84]

Length is sometimes the goal it was mine then I focused on health the length came but full not ragged ends

[@cass3301]

….because she wants long hair obviously…. What a stupid question

[@m2kaay]

@@Tyansofficial84 I focus on health also

[@mizz308]

It got to be draining to think everything is staged

[@patricew.4010]

Well none relaxed hair doesn't like it either, and needs moisture as well. Oddly peeps like not stating this.

[@carolynsnipe6453]

Try not to use relaxers and research natural products that stimulate ,moisturize ,detangle and grow the hair ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️🙏🙏♥️♥️♥️🙏♥️🙏♥️🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏♥️♥️🙏 for maximum results 🙏♥️🙏♥️🙏 although everybody "s. Hair journey ❤️❤️🙏❤️ us different be patient and research is key ❤️🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️God bless ♥️🙏🙏♥️♥️ thank you for sharing♥️🙏🙏🙏🙏♥️♥️🙏🙏🙏♥️♥️🙏

[@staciep2638]

The braiding will break it

[@DenaJ]

I'm so done with them😭 I may try out wigs this year

[@staciep2638]

@@DenaJ babygirl!,they will snap your hair while doing it!,those styles are pretty but breaks our hair,

[@teetee19768]

​@@staciep2638 What about not so tight braids?

[@kayade5305]

​@@DenaJRelaxed braided (and natural, fine, high porosity) hair requires twice daily sprayed applications of moisturising hair oil mixed with water.

[@agnesgachoka]

Give me the secret

[@DenaJ]

Wish I had a secret to share...

[@BlasianGoddessTM77]

When I served the Military, I would have my hair relaxed. It helped maintain a certain style while in uniform. That was 2018. Moving forward I stopped relaxing my hair then till now and went natural. Reason being is relaxers (chemicals) can have a long term effects to the Human Brain (Neurological Deficit). You don’t want that. Be Kind to your Brain, since it’s known as The CEO of the Human Body. Just like our gut is Our 2nd Brain. Feed it right.

[@jacquelines3685]

I wouldn't have relaxed!! But you do you!🤷🏾‍♀️

[@twingytwango6971]

Relaxed? Because your ends looked choppy? Well that’s another logic for another day!

[@rowenaallen353]

You’re beautiful, but please stop relaxing your hair, it’s not good for your hair or body! Do your own research on relaxer’s and how they can be to cause of cancer!

[@BlasianGoddessTM77]

And Neurological Deficit

[@LisaCPerry]

Everything cause cancer. Smoking drinking, fast food, soda, using cleaning products no gloves, pollution! Sex etc. Etc...relaxer is the least of worries.

[@gigiamharic468]

need another 3-4 off

[@onexonesie]

The bad ends "prompted" you to relax your hair? Relaxers destroy the hair bonds and raise the cuticle layer PERMANENTLY. Just because you can grow long hair doesn't mean it's healthy. Relaxed hair is unhealthy hair so I don't understand the surprise when your hair starts showing you.

[@nicoledavis6344]

Umm relaxed hair is not “unhealthy” hair what are you talking about. Yes your hair can become unhealthy easier with relaxers if you’re not careful, but relaxed hair doesn’t automatically equal unhealthy hair. Just like natural hair doesn’t automatically equal healthy hair.

[@riettarichardson9485]

No to relaxers

[@sabir1208]

I've never even worn extensions but I thought most of us knew that you can't get your hair braided with relaxers

[@DenaJ]

I wouldn't say can't... I know a lot of ladies who get braids and their hair doesn't react badly. I've had braids before and didn't get a bad reaction... Depends on so many factors.

[@sabir1208]

@@DenaJ oh my old stylist told me my hair would break if I did braids after getting a relaxer

[@Timalovestravels]

It’s probably because you keep relaxing it, if it was natural would’ve been fine

[@brandysmitg4016]

You and your hair are beautiful, but relaxers have been found to be linked to uterine cancer and fibroids in black women. Not worth it!

[@tias.6675]

A certain group who have a high obesity rate and eats foods with ingredients that are banned outside of their country.

[@Mightymorphinpowerbottoms]

It looks very dry