NATURAL HAIR MOISTURIZING ROUTINE | Simple & EASY Protective Style

[@KrissyFizzle]

Your hairs so healthy and thick, like you can tell from the ends and how they're all thick and not see through. It's beautiful. IDK why natural hair videos are so satisfying but I love watching them so much 😩❤

[@NaturalAcademia]

Thank you girl!!!

[@devinnetate1318]

I feel the same way with oils, I almost ruined my hair taking oils out of my routine. Knowing your hair and trusting the process will always get you right.

[@NaturalAcademia]

Indeed!!

[@antionettejohnson2002]

Probably for you but everyone is different when it comes to oils, grease it’s personal preference. That’s is it , bc oils work great for m and grease to

[@jcm9497]

Maybe bc u dont really know how to manage ur hair without oils

[@devinnetate1318]

@@jcm9497 I tried life without oils for about 6 months, I had a wash and moisturizing routine and my hair consistently looked dull, and felt brittle, I did protein, moisture, all types of things in order to retain that moisture and length and it's something about oils that just did that for me. Plus, I don't have to trim my hair as much when I use them

[@antionettejohnson2002]

@@jcm9497 GIRL BYE

[@msstacey777]

I’ve been using that TGIN and some hair grease to moisturize my hair before putting it in twist! Girl!!! Such a great combo that you shared. The hair growth/retention has been great. ☺️☺️

[@NaturalAcademia]

Yesss!! It’s literally a game changer!

[@sassouusasoo3607]

It doesn't give you guys flakes ?The product cakes up .

[@msstacey777]

@@sassouusasoo3607 no flakes here thank goodness! My hair is wet or damp when I apply it

[@mi_mie]

The combo using tgin daily butter moisturizer and blue magic hair grease is bam.i tried it and people were just asking me what i used

[@starsuperville6863]

@@mi_mie my Amazon package with that combo arrives tomorrrowwww!

[@SheReaDelSol]

Still team finger detangle. It is helps so much with length retention. I can’t go back to using tools regularly.

[@michelleeja412]

Sometimes I'm aghast at how many videos I see of people detangling with a brush! I feel sorry for newcomers who are trying to figure out THEIR natural hair journey. I cringe to think they will use brushes to detangle their hair. It's so misleading, but commerce, revenue and business is a tricky thing on this platform. So deception looks like truth and truth looks like a lie. Brushes and combs are mechanical tools that cannot detangle hair, they BREAK-THRU the knots. Only your fingers can physically detect and feel the knot to detangle. And that's the TRUTH.

[@SheReaDelSol]

@@michelleeja412 Well that’s certainly your truth. Some people have resilient hair/thick strands that aren’t as easily broken. Everyone’s hair is different. I’m not in the business of saying someone else’s way is wrong just because it’s not my way.

[@michelleeja412]

@@SheReaDelSol I agree 👍 💯 some people hair diameter or strand of hair can be thicker and more resilient. For example hair individual strands can range from fine to thick. And density is the same depending on how many hair strands of hair are on the head. My point is only that our FINGERS CAN DETANGLE and not mechanical tools. It's physically impossible for that tool to isolate and unwind the knot.

[@tsuyuasui7297]

@@michelleeja412 huh? but i use wide tooth combs and sometimes brushes to detangle my hair and it’s growing fine and retaining length too, finger detangling doesn’t work for me.

[@michelleeja412]

@@tsuyuasui7297 Again my point is comb or brushes cannot detangle a knot. NOW I understand if conditioner is applied and creates slippage, the hair strands are more pliant. The hair is expanded, therefore it allows the mechanical tool to glide thru it and remove shedded hair. That's NOT the same as detangling a knot, it just separating individual hair strands. BUT if there is a KNOT you cannot UNWIND it with a mechanical tool. All you can do is BREAK-THRU IT. Some ladies have alot of hair on their head or thicker diameter of hair and are cool with it. But you have some saying that they have noticed thinning and or breakage due to combs or brushes. Listen, it's everyone choice to do whatever they want and what works for their hair.

[@myacct8304]

Love the video. I noticed that you say, “I don’t know” a lot. The thing is, though, I think you DO know 😊 You have very reasonable, well-supported opinions and perspective. Don’t be afraid to say what you said with your chest and a period, because you’re right! So much love ❤️❤️❤️

[@juanitaevans2715]

I have tried finger detangling a few times. I can never get my fingers to run through my hair and I lose so much hair trying. Plus after my finger detangling, when I use a very wide-toothed comb, there are still tangles. So in my mind, I am not comfortable until something (finger or comb) is able to go through my sections tangle-free. A wide toothed comb works for me.

[@amb7412]

Juanita you might have my type of hair: it's thin and fine and tangle prone. I'm unable to finger comb completely, but I get as far as I can with my fingers then I use a small tooth comb to breakup the tangles with water. Once I can gently pull the strands apart i will continue with my fingers. Maybe give this a try and see if it works for you. Good luck.

[@juanitaevans2715]

@@amb7412 Yep, that's what I do.

[@amb7412]

@@juanitaevans2715 I thought we were in the same boat. Best of luck to you too!

[@stepheq7964]

God knows I thought it was just me So happy I found these comments because I thought I was doing something wrong And I keep trimming my ends cause of this problem

[@amb7412]

@@stepheq7964 No you are not alone. Us thin and fine girls have additional challenges that we have to be aware of but I will say that NA's tips have helped me tremendously in keeping my hair moisturized and using protective styles. I rest and cover a great deal since following her and my hair has really grown and flourish. I've really learned to love my natural state. I rarely trim mine like NA. My hair is not perfect but it's mine!

[@patricia-mt7cw]

i started using TGIN butter cream + original blue magic grease, best combo everrrr

[@prettymagdou2512]

I washed my hair yesterday and applied moisture miracle leave-in cream and grease and putting in braids, my hair still moisturizing and shining, so strong thanks girl 🤝🏾❣️

[@NaturalAcademia]

I love that for youuuuu!!!

[@deadlockshadow8998]

If you're experiencing dandruff, I recommend using the sulfur 8 grease on your scalp. When I use oil on my scalp it tends to make it feel itchy and tender, but sulfur 8 grease works very well for me. But if it doesn't work for you, then you don't have to try it.

[@NaturalAcademia]

🤔 I agree, I remember wayyyy back in the day when my scalp was falling off the bone, sulfur 8 really helped with helping my scalp not dry out.

[@xoxarily]

Sameeeeeeee. I tried many things but sulfur 8 really put scalp back on game. I just need to reapply once a week and scalp never flakes anymore

[@Ohh4udumn]

@Trinity M what do you recommend?

[@AM-rb1fp]

Same. I went back to using sulfur 8 and my scalp loves it.

[@fae3821]

@@Ohh4udumn If you're looking for sealants, Shea Moisture has a kids braid jam that feels like grease but it's not. I know the naturals cancelled shea moisture because they're no longer Black owned but it works😅 Also there's castor oil, castor butter, mango butter, & shea butter so you could try those. I'm using the mimosa hair honey from Carol's Daughter right now & I love it, it's a good sealant for me. I also have the green Blue Magic grease as a back up because it works & is way cheaper🤷🏽‍♀️ For my scalp I like castor oil & jojoba oil.

[@rjmami8508]

I'd say if it ain't broke don't fix it in regards to the hair products, but it's always good to have a back up because hair products have a habit of changing their formula or disappearing all together lol

[@lorrainelashley3723]

So true!! It's sooo annoying and frustrating !

[@NaturalAcademia]

I agree 🥲

[@KrissyFizzle]

Lowkey don't believe anyone could pull of this hairstyle but you TBH, lowkey looks so good on you ❤

[@NaturalAcademia]

Lmaoo, thank you!!!

[@shaekerianelson4408]

You the reason I’m at bra strap length you literally the only person I watch 🤞🏽

[@NaturalAcademia]

😭 I’m so happy to hear that!

[@confusedstar-cosmic5517]

One of my favorite KZbinrs! I can't wait to see my growth from your tips this year!

[@NaturalAcademia]

Thank youuuu!! ❤️❤️

[@anisaskcirmoht57]

Beautiful hair and a humble spirit, God Bless You ❤

[@serafemmcel]

i shaved all my hair off last year and its grown a lot since, I drove myself crazy watching different natural videos and wasted so much money on shit that was truly useless. when I found your channel I bought the TGIN and stopped using combs and brushes and stopped using all that extra product. my hair breaks rarely now and I love it. :)

[@thedaninicole]

I started using the TGIN moisturizer because of you and I love it 😩 thank you for your videos I always look forward to them! 🤎

[@NaturalAcademia]

Thank you!! I’m so happy your hair likes the TGIN

[@eleinnakibuukainfy]

If you have protein overload, don't use aloe vera for a while as aloe vera has protein. Focus on moisture instead: moisturizing shampoo, moisturizing deep conditioner, then moisturize. Also please don't flat iron your hair; you'll damage your hair. I think your braid out looks so much nicer than flat ironed hair.

[@tsuyuasui7297]

If you know what you’re doing you will not damage your hair, you can flat iron your hair once every year and be all right

[@joythompson9530]

Hello! I strictly finger detangle. You are definitely not alone. I'm scared to cause unnecessary damage to my hair using a tool besides my fingers. Your crown is so beautiful because you give it so much TLC. Don't get tempted to be use a tool. Stick to your fingers girly!

[@lily1111]

Pure fingers, early in the journey we were on the Denman brush, no more just got thinning hair hun!

[@NaturalAcademia]

Fingers are where it’s at!!

[@Vikikitty]

I also believe in sticking with the products that work. It’s only due to this supply chain crisis have I started looking at having at least one alternative, just because it’s a real possibility it won’t be in stock.

[@NaturalAcademia]

I agree, these last few years has forced me to expand my horizons with products because things are never in stock

[@luciaescobarz]

Notice how she massages the product in by fingerdetangling! ❤️❤️✌🏾amazing! Thank u! I started combining TGIN moisturizer and grease, thanks to u! and my hair stays so soft! I only have to moisturize it once per week!

[@bryannadawson2429]

I got inspired to use grease w my leave in along w washing my hair once a month (ppl are gonna say that's gross but idc). So I wanna say ty for inspiring me bc using your techniques has helped improve my hair and scalp condition

[@NaturalAcademia]

It’s definitely an underrated method

[@jamperry6847]

Every time I watch u moisturize your hair it inspires me to moisturize mine; then we be doin our hair together 😌

[@emmaolive]

🤣honestlyyyy!

[@sourgrape_s]

Honestly the braids are so pretty and definetly a style.

[@Scarlet_OA]

I finger detangle. I find that it works out better. I use both finger detangling and then comb it after. Barely any shedding

[@NaturalAcademia]

I love that for you!!

[@BrookD.Artist]

Sis your hair is gorgeous and healthy period. The shit other people talk is just that. Shit. And anyone who'd judge you for the twice a year thing has either never been there, or hates themsleves for when they were. You were a child and clearly going through some things affecting your hair journey, absolutely nothing to be ashamed of. It's not like a virus it's just some dirty hair. Who tf cares. Your one of my favorite natural hair channels, keep up the great work!

[@rjmami8508]

Wow, your hair is getting so long 😍 I'm locking my hair, but I still like to watch you whenever I'm on KZbin, lol.

[@NaturalAcademia]

Thank you!!! I hope you have a beautiful hair locking journey

[@rjmami8508]

@Natural Academia Thank you gorgeous 😍

[@azumta]

Don’t apologize for how you look love 🥺🥺. It’s not “embarrassing” you’re just not glammed up which is ok. You’re super cute, look normal and okay 🥰🥰🥰 (I know this might be extra but I think sometimes we should remind ourselves what looking human/normal is in this social media age)

[@darksparkle6174]

Right I was like what is she talking about she looks great

[@amb7412]

I've been responding to others but I neglected to share my thoughts on your video. I hope that you pass on the heat thing especially if you are experiencing protein issues with your hair. I know if anyone can fix them that you can, but take your time. Those beautiful locks of your deserve to be nurtured. As for the friend cutting your locks I'm so glad that will never happen again. I wouldn't trust a friend or a so called professional I've been burned by both several times. But, I notice my hair has always thrived and grown under my care not theirs just like yours. It's nice when a friend offers to help with your hair until it's not. It's not worth the risk. Keep doing your fabulous regimen-- it's working. Best of luck and continued hair growth.

[@keonakalu4906]

girl thank you for talking about clumping and finger detangling

[@myacct8304]

Watching this video for like the 5th time because I love it so much 😍 it’s so interesting that people called you a “menace” for not washing your hair every week! Every single 4c natural I’ve ever seen on KZbin only washes their hair monthly at MOST, to the point where I thought it was just a rite of passage for 4c curlies. That’s actually why I’m growing my hair long, so that I can do protective styles that last like 2 months LOL! Keep doing you, sis, because it’s working!

[@Mara-wp6rx]

I used to comb it and my hair was breaking… Finger detangling WORKS for me… I’m used to perm hair and had to learn after transitioning to natural… Thank you for sharing 💗

[@Vessel_of_God]

Yes to the bubble braids, and when it comes to oiling the scalp varies from person to person don't know if you know indigenous strandz but she oils her scalp to every other day and her hair is to her knees

[@yasmin93931]

in my opinion those braids are a great protective style! I know you've set certain hair goals this year but I really do feel like you should keep the braids in your regimen. maybe you don't have to completely get rid of them, instead you could find new hair styles to incorporate into your natural hair routine while still doing the braids every time you need a break from styling. don't feel guilty for going back to whats been working for years :) I'm excited to see what you got plannedddd! 🥰

[@maryjacob8873]

10:29 YES MAKE THE VIDEO, compile EVERYTHING!! We’ll be waiting 😁

[@SincerelyLeshawn]

I love that TGIN cream and the butter!!!

[@NaturalAcademia]

It’s amazing!!!

[@TiwoKatemecha]

I just love how you caress the hair. I'm a fan of finger detangling. Tender headed too. Or I should say, Im just phobic to combs😂

[@NaturalAcademia]

Good to know that there’s more of us out there 😭❤️

[@TiwoKatemecha]

😂😂😂. I love your videos too. And I do really agree with your saying: *stick to what works for you*. As long as it's good and healthy enough of course. 😂

[@KrissyFizzle]

Bubble braids is nowhere near childish, do itttt ❤

[@NaturalAcademia]

You know what.. I might do the bubble braids now instead of ironing. Thanks for the boost in confidence.

[@KrissyFizzle]

@@NaturalAcademia YOU'RE WELCOMEE, hold off the straightening if you can. To protect your hair, especially bc you already said you have protein overload and your hair feels dryer and coarser

[@amb7412]

@@KrissyFizzle I agree Natural Academia. Straightening dries out the hair and if you are already experiencing problems with your hair, pressing it might add problems.

[@KrissyFizzle]

@@amb7412 Exactly, straightening if will make it drier and worse

[@MsChicoro]

Olaplex is not a protein. It works at a chemical level to re-bond cleaved or broken disulfide bonds. It's a bonder. With that being said, I personally found the conditioner to be very drying on my afro-textured hair. I only use Olaplex No. 0 and No.3 myself. Your hair is gorgeous as always. I've been finger detangling since I was a little girl. I am tenderheaded and started doing it out of necessity. Regarding straightening your hair, the key thing is to remove the petroleum or grease from the hair. That usually takes more than one wash and usually more than one day. What I mean is that to remove the oil you may need to wash the hair and use a very light conditioner like Suave or Vo5. Then put hair in braids or bantus and let the hair dry. Do not add any leave in products. Then, repeat the process again the next day, over 1 to 2 days. I consider this a type of prep and plan accordingly when I want straighten my hair. So, you may need about 2 to 3 days of this preparation of washing and light conditioning prior to the day you plan to straighten. A professional stylist can usually get the oil out in one wash. But I need a couple of washes to do it myself. It does take trial and error and practice. If you can master gaining that magnificent length and health that you have, you can learn to straighten your hair safely and beautifully. But there will always the ever present risk and possiblity of heat damage.

[@maryjacob8873]

When I do finger detangle, I do from roots to end, so I take it through like you do, but I gets a lot of fairy knots, and I have to separate the strands, those particular strands make me wanna look the other way to finger detangle, but it does help, despite how tedious it is.

[@stephanieblack2114]

I'm the exact same! When I step outside the box, I end up getting either protein overload or moisture overload 😭. I am now just sticking to my milk and honey grease and Marula oil

[@NaturalAcademia]

😭 it’s a struggle out here!

[@ShogoMakishimaxx]

Share the moisture overload because when I moisturize my hair, it gets dry the next damn day. 😬😬😬😬😬 Edit, I guess it makes sense. You're high porosity, but I'm low porosity (well I used to be cause my hair is surely acting high po now, lol). Send help. 🤣

[@Brittaney1300]

So I started using the TGIN daily butter cream and Alikay Natural shea yogurt on my hair and my daughter hair and her hair grew from shoulder length to waist length in 1year then I tried using the blue magic line (which I have never ) and OMG NEVER again. Her hair feels so dry and it was brittle and product bulidup. It did so much damage in 1 month of using it. I'm going to get the TGIN back and getting a good clarifying shampoo

[@NaturalAcademia]

Oh no, good thing you were able to spot the changes you and your daughters hair. I hope it gets better, I’m glad the TGIN works for you

[@KrissyFizzle]

Freshly done hair always feels so good. I wear my hair up so much when I do braids (especially in buns) and those crinkles piss me off 😭

[@NaturalAcademia]

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[@queenadiyahyahstreasure]

SHALAWAM QUEEN ACADEMIA. DEFINITELY STICK TO WHAT YOU KNOW AND WHAT YOUR HAIR LIKES. I FOUND THE TGIN AND THE OLIVE OIL HAIR GREASE HAS BEEN GREAT FOR MY 4C HAIR. THANK YOU FOR BEING TRANSPARENT. SHALOM.

[@NaturalAcademia]

Thank you!! I’m glad you like them!!

[@LatashaDavis-u5k]

Hello Academia! 👋 ❤ love your Hair Videos? (Health over LENGTH is my Motto) I switch products too... DIY' s are my favorites!!! Rosemary Challenge is in Effect

[@briannafraser6084]

I use a locally made hair cream with shea butter and two hair greases to moisturise my hair, and I am telling you the truth here, my hair stays super moisturised for the entire month, if I need to do a touch-up, I just use on of the hair greases to just keep the ends in check you know? And I use combs in my hair, I finger detangle too, but combs are a must for me. I also wash my hair every 4 weeks or so, like you said, it isn't being lazy or dirty, but it just works better, my hair dries out really fast if I wash it every two weeks, plus washing my hair every 4 weeks fits into my schedule perfectly.

[@maryjacob8873]

9:01 it’s da SHINE FOR ME TOO. It’s giving, hydratedddd!!

[@purrplestarr215]

@6:41 , THAT part... on many levels. &@18:03, I understand when you say "deal with", ...because it's a process.

[@shenicedells1712]

Hey there, I'm usually a silent watcher but I just wanted to mention that I have permanent parts in my hair; I used a method of leaving my roots slack so that I don't receive bald patches. Since practicing this, my previous bald spots grew out significantly and has thickened up some. The only con to some is that it doesn't look "neat" or "put together" by society's standpoint but I simply don't care and wear them proudly anyway...hope it helps❗🥳

[@amb7412]

Good for you. We must do what is best for our hair health and people's and opinions should not matter.

[@joannamelanie]

@@amb7412 facts

[@amb7412]

@@joannamelanie Thank you Joanna!

[@GrannyKelly07]

Girl trust me you talking all the time isn't boring it makes the video more nice

[@NaturalAcademia]

😭 why thank you, but I really be talking about nothing, I cut off 20 extra minutes of me talking about how I have no friends lol

[@GrowAndFlourish]

The finger detangling curl pattern is a thing. For me, my curls look defined when I finger strangle but if I use a comb/brush, it looks puffy

[@rahmayusuf1795]

Pleased how do you moisturize your scalp

[@xyzaripope765]

Hey I love watching your videos.. Important to note if you intend to use aloe vera for moisture, keep in mind it contains at least 20 of the essential amino acids.. this means it's technically a protein treatment and you probably should reconsider if you're trying to reverse protein overload. Also, ensure you strain it. Maybe you can try doing a clay mask or detox instead🤷

[@NaturalAcademia]

I considered doing the clay mask but I figured that it would dry my hair out too much, I plan on balancing out the effect of the protein in the aloe Vera by using a hydrating shampoo and conditioner

[@xyzaripope765]

@@NaturalAcademia Adding oils to the clay mask treatment can reduce the drying effect it exerts on your hair... Whichever treatment you decide to do 🤭 I'm looking forward to the upload

[@maryjacob8873]

One thing imma say is that my ends are the driest parts, yeah cah they the oldest, but it’s extra CARUNCHYYYY!! It’s giving cornflakes. When I section hair to wash it. The ends are so EVERYWHERE and the puffiest bits so the braids/twists I put them in unravel. I might just cut them soon. But sometimes they cooperate with me. I’m so confused

[@preciouss04]

Dont even care about using combs. I’m going to stop too. I found out finger detangling retains so much more length

[@NaturalAcademia]

Exactly!!

[@preciouss04]

@@NaturalAcademia could you do a video on how to finger detangle pls ? In the shower, out the shower etc.

[@maryjacob8873]

4:18 I’m TENDER HEADED TOOOO. But that’s because when I stopped putting relaxer and all in my hair, the scalp/skin that always got hardened cah of chemicals, finally walked out my life. So it’s a struggle. But I think I’ve come a long way.

[@magicalray6057]

I remember doing doing the scalp massages and the inverted scalp thing. I literally stopped cause I was like nope, too lazy for this😂

[@ShogoMakishimaxx]

Your hair looks SO MOISTURIZED HERE (I'm serious)! My hair is crunchy lolllll. It looks so damn DRY.

[@Pinkjeepkiki]

The school thing is the truth!!! I can’t wait to finish. #BiologyMajor

[@NaturalAcademia]

Biology? My arch nemesis! Lol jk, we gone get these degrees!! 👏🏾

[@Pinkjeepkiki]

Chemistry is my arch nemesis ! Lol let’s get it!

[@iaaeottg21]

Do you ever moisturize your hair while your braids are still in or do you unbraid it first?

[@maryjacob8873]

27:53 hydration is giving the hair MOVEMENT… periodddd🥳

[@rubiamancia6691]

So you just add cream and oil onto your hair to re mouisture ? No water ?

[@KrissyFizzle]

The hand soap story 😭 please bc I was younger I wanted to be a big girl and wash my own hair and used actual SOAP, not realising shampoo was a thing and my mom was like "NOO!" and immediately started washing it out my hair but I didn't know 🤣😭😭😭

[@NaturalAcademia]

Good thing she was there!! I can only imagine the damage that could’ve happened

[@KrissyFizzle]

@@NaturalAcademia PLEASEEEE SHE FOUND OUT AFTER IT WAS ALL IN MY HAIR THOUGH 😭 but thank God it turned out fine 🤪💁🏾‍♀

[@JoyBNaturals]

I also use grease some times, but I think yours is a very light grease which is good. I like the fact that you have been consistent with this 2product you use👍.

[@janetmayango4491]

I used grease as well. And it work for me. Grease keep my hair moisturiser for a long time. Yes I finger detangle as well.

[@mcaeln7268]

You can still do chunky braids, just change where the lines are. You could do 5 in the front and push the back lines forward, then do the back in 3.

[@joshiyonnahayes6016]

Wait i don’t really remember exactly what I did as a kid but literally the same section of my hair is the same like the curls are JUST starting to come out (hard work) but yes I’m pretty sure I probably used hand/body soap in my hair or sum as well. But then again it could also be from the constant relaxers I got as a kid 😭😭

[@sheniquehayden2494]

Any shampoo recommendations ?

[@maryjacob8873]

11:51 it’s something about the way you braid, it’s SATISFYING 😅😊😁

[@MissXami]

What is your updated shampoo and conditioner?

[@iaaeottg21]

Q: if you use the grease first, then how can the moisturizer cream actually penetrate your hair? I use both of them, but I use the tgin butter cream first and then seal with the palmer's olive oil grease.

[@siwe_zed]

Can someone please help .what is hair grease? I am in South Africa .Please help.thanx

[@maryjacob8873]

8:10 I finger detangle when I take down braids, so the hairstyles that I carry for over a month. Basically washday😅 but to me that’s PAROGGARESSS, because I never used to finger detangle at all.

[@antoinettechingangu1086]

What products are you using to moisturize?

[@maryjacob8873]

10:12 I’m seeing length, and it made me remember what your hair looks like when it has shrunken😖 not too say that it’s not nice. Buttt yah. Hair shrinking means it’s still healthy😁

[@joannemichaud5579]

Hi there! I have a lot of questions to ask about natural hair. Wondering for someone who does curl free and wants to switch out and start natural hair, what steps do I have to do when entering natural hair? During the week/month how are you suppose to moisturize your hair and what else should I be doing?

[@adelicaterose]

I have the same kinky hair texture..4b. My scalp also tends to itch...I think oiling it before washing would help. That's if u still want to also treat ur scalp. It does look white and patchy. My scalp also tends to look like that as well when I part it and examine it. I'm also the same way how I don't like strangers or anyone touch my hair. Last time I visited a salon in 2014 and the lady tried to blowdry me "bone straight" after a shampoo and my hair was falling out and zig zagged. Girl I had to get an appointment at a barber and cut my hair back to a damn afro. 😐😩 I vowed if a regular shampoo and dry got me back to square one AND I paid...never again. I'd rather buy a wig if going to an event then meh

[@tsims9595]

Finger detangling does give me more definition when I apply products. After I comb it, my hair loses definition 🤷🏽‍♀️👍🏾

[@KrissyFizzle]

Sis try different things but don't cause your hair to break off bc of it 😭 bc sometimes when you fall down the route of experimenting before you know it your hair has broke off 🤣😭😭😭

[@NaturalAcademia]

😭😭 exactly

[@ItsMe_Sweetpea]

Do you put the grease on dry hair or wet it first? I'm thinking of trying this!

[@ongamilempumlwana8223]

Since you usually finish your hairstyles in the morning when do you actually rest😴

[@NaturalAcademia]

Lately, I’ve been sleeping for 4-6 hours every night or I will try to take a 2 hour nap during the day lol

[@aurnaurrrcleaur]

Can't wait to be done with school😔. Clearly they don't want us to live our best lives

[@NaturalAcademia]

Right!! 🤣

[@1GoldenBreeze]

I used to finger detangle when my hair was shorter, but I found that it just takes too long. The longer my hair got the more time it took to detangle so I switched to using a detangling brush instead and I haven't looked back. I don't have hours to dedicate to a task that can be done in 10 - 15 minutes.

[@Misime33]

I think the “definition” might have to do with smoothing the hair (and the curls) while clumping it with other strands. I have two combs, a wide tooth and finer tooth comb. If I comb my hair with the wide tooth, my hair will look more puffy. If I use the fine tooth comb, then I get way more definition and the curl seemed stronger (shrinks right back to the scalp). I am thinking the principle might be the same

[@NaturalAcademia]

Interesting 🤔, but it makes allot of sense

[@eo4345]

Smoothing with tension. The fine tooth adds more tension or pull, so the recoil is stronger.

[@Misime33]

@@eo4345 ahh physics

[@kkcamp02]

After switching to finger detangling my hair stopped breaking. But now I have to cut it more often because it just keeps growing.

[@maryjacob8873]

6:31 DIS LADY said CURLARIZE🤣🤣

[@tamaramat8808]

when you said you washed your hair with hand soap i related soo much! there was one time when i was around ten that i washed my hair with laundry detergent 🥴 anyways i tried finger detangling for a while but i dont think i worked for me. my hair was so difficult to style because it was so big and generally was not a good time

[@maryjacob8873]

26:40 actually I can see that you are no longer heavy hand. Good job Steranda 😁

[@lorrainelashley3723]

Preach Sis! Black hair is beautiful!!! As such, so is yours! Re flat ironing being too much work and just keeping things very basic, it must be an Aires thing lol. I share the same sentiments...

[@NaturalAcademia]

😭 girl I be tired before I even start it

[@lorrainelashley3723]

@@NaturalAcademia lol

[@maryjacob8873]

7:22 Question - have you decreased the amount you use or are you still considering yourself to be heavy handed?

[@Stephanie123-v3w]

Finger detangle my hair and I've retained alot of length from it

[@NaturalAcademia]

Exactly, I real wish more people would try to do it lol it’s severely underrated

[@renaywalker1251]

What grease are you using please?

[@taryns2180]

Palmers olive oil formula gro therapy

[@maryjacob8873]

I will be back to enjoy and make the most comments, I saw this when it was uploaded, it said 2MINUTES ago

[@NaturalAcademia]

😭 thank you girl!

[@latoyajamin9974]

I see you never spray your hair with water....Why?? Because is see also when i moisturize my hair without water it looks and feel better?? And it shrunk less But can you tell me why.

[@maryjacob8873]

0:05 ITS THE GLOW FOR ME😍😳

[@Vessel_of_God]

Have you ever tried treating your scalp to aloe vera juice it will be help with dryness and dandruff

[@Dee-ux4vq]

Will it cause irritation?

[@NaturalAcademia]

I think my scalp is just sensitive, the Aloe Vera makes it extremely itchy. I like it for my hair but not my scalp.

[@NurseFitDiaries]

I always wonder why my twists/braids feel so dry and crusty . But when I take them down My hair will feel still have some moisture. I guess something with the cuticles maybe.

[@Dee-ux4vq]

This happens to me if you find out what's wrong please say 🙃

[@NaturalAcademia]

Sometimes my hair feels dry on the outside when I 1.) rub my half against cloth such as like hoodies or bedsheets, 2.) when my hair I constantly exposed to the light (the sun) or 3.) when I use more oil than cream

[@maryjacob8873]

24:16 can I just say that your EYES are so beautiful 😊

[@treviniaturner3881]

Why do you braid your hair instead of twists?

[@allyomeally-watson3285]

I wash my hair once a week, it tangles otherwise, people do. Your hair looks gorgeous granted.

[@Aniexo_]

Hand soap 🤣🤣🤣 when I was in in the struggle I washed my hair with FAB (the powdery laundry detergent Haitians use)