Not Really My Hair?! curlTalk: Hair Care & Growth

[@zymothyvynn4191]

I really am getting tired of people asking me if this is my real hair. Everybody should know by now that black women can have long hair. I just don't get it. People online who don't like my opinions love insulting my "weave." Black women who wear weave are deemed ugly, but black women who have long natural hair are called liars. It's like we can't win.

[@ananse77]

It's because 90% of black women on TV, especially on reality TV, wear weaves and /or talk about their weaves. Projecting a certain image has consequences, which is something us in the black community need to realize.

[@zymothyvynn4191]

ananse77​​ Hmm. Very good point. I just wish people weren't so influenced by the media and used their own common sense. I mean, it's human hair. Black women are human too. We can grow hair just like everyone else. And it's no secret white celebrities wear extensions so why isn't the same stereotype on them? 

[@ananse77]

***** Yeah, some have them have long thick hair underneath, but most people don't know that. So the effect is the same. Like I said, what we put out there have consequences.

[@nieceniece9420]

ikr in middle school(now I'm in high school) when i was in middle school people. say that my hair was fake. and. they don't ask if my fake or not. they like your hair not real it fake. I be getting mad. because it is my real hair it long thick and real. there is some black people who have long real hair. it be making me mad when people say my Fake #Longthickrealhair

[@blueviolets2106]

Zymothy Vynn exactly

[@wigglemelon8807]

What pisses me THE F*** OFF, is that people don't even question non-black women about their hair. And they wear just as much weave! Oh I'm sorry, "extensions". Even KZbin is full of beauty gurus wearing wigs in every video, heads full of fusion extensions, tape extensions, clip-ins, and whatever other type of fancy extensions that non-black salons charge $1200 for. The second people see a black woman who loves her hair enough to give it the care and time it needs, and it's growing down her back...people can't accept it. It's either fake, or she must be mixed.

[@wigglemelon8807]

***** Think whatever you'd like, but I never see videos like this from non-black women about people insisting that their hair is fake. Or comment threads as long as my arm on weave/wig videos made by black women, with ignorant men saying shit like, "See, this is why men don't like black women. You don't see white, Hispanic, Asian, or other women trying to be something they're not", "Black women need to stop trying to be like white women/Indian women, and accept their own hair", "Black women steady buying Indian women's hair", etc. And in all of my years of having white, Mexican, Asian, Indian, South American, etc. friends, not one of them has EVER had people argue with them, or feel up in their head to see if their hair is real. And mixed black women don't count. As far as the world is concerned, you're black. No one cares if you're mixed. That's just an explanation IF they finally decided to believe that your hair is real.

[@TheMsklg1981]

Real talk. Ppl act like its a myth that black women can have long hair. No one gets questioned more than we do and no non black woman can speak on what we KNOW, SEE, and LIVE. Mixed chix only get asked that if they have strong black genes where it is clear that they have a queen's heritage.

[@deniawiseone2588]

cough kim zolciak cough

[@ayuanabradford3206]

Apphia Perkins Your so right because people think black girls can't grow there hair because we always love extensions and weave and always have nappy hair that can go down our back

[@wigglemelon8807]

***** What do you mean?

[@Porshayy]

Jealously is a hell of a emotion. lol

[@Maryamjhampton]

Lmaoo I'm dead ppl are hilarious 😂. I keep my robes in great condition too! Btw you're gorgeous!

[@niadiamond389]

Maryam Hampton hey Maryam😍

[@stevibrown6454]

My question is...how often do you get the "what are you mixed with?" Question. I hate that question that just because I have long curly hair I have to be mixed with something because it's impossible to have hair like this and be black 🙄😒

[@cutema101]

I get that all the time or people say "I thought you were Dominican" and I have to say "No, I'm black. There's black girls with long hair." It'll take a while for people to realize that black hair DOES grow and I like telling them because otherwise people's viewpoint won't change.

[@stevibrown6454]

+cutema101 I can't stand that question like just because I'm considered light skin people and have long curly hair I MUST be mixed it's so annoying

[@lathanregintree]

+STEVI BROWN girl bye!! ur grand parents r mixed and u know it. learn ur family history bc u r trying it.

[@stevibrown6454]

+LathanReigntree lmao because you know me and my family, you're so right!! 🙄😂

[@savannachinn7099]

+LathanReigntree wtf is wrong with you? y'all hate black women so much that in order for them to have anything deemed "good", it has to come from something else.

[@thankyoutaylor12]

Lol I'm 23 and I wear a jacket I used to wear when I was 10.

[@introvertednigeriangirl4865]

Whattttt😂😂😂😂

[@thankyoutaylor12]

+Jessica Jackson nice!!!

[@chocolate001able]

+Taylor Stein Most of my 21 year old daughters clothes still fit her from the age of 10yrs old :)

[@JoyJoy-oc7su]

+Taylor Stein Lol my clothes still fit me too 😆

[@ayanafedayeen]

I'm that kind of girl too 😂

[@selfmadebeauty]

you owe no explanation to them stay black an beautiful 🙌

[@moonlark]

A robe? Really!?! It's called a washing machine lol! I'm tired of Us putting eachothe down. Why is it hard to congratulate each other? Idgi smh

[@Nana-vx6mt]

I know right. Amen girl!

[@chuvaam]

You are beautiful and so is your hair. When ppl say that it is not your hair that is just a reflection of their own deep seeded self-hatred whether they're aware of it or not. That is trying to disassociate anything beautiful with blackness. you are BEAUTIFUL, I am beautiful, everyone here is beautiful regardless of your hair type, skin color, etc. You are beautiful simply because you were made in the image of the Almighty. Peace and love always.

[@nicnazario2261]

Hélida that was beautiful and just what I needed to read today.

[@animami-8]

You touched my soul when you talked about loving yourself when your don't feel beautiful while transitioning. Preach!

[@imstillme143]

Ani Thompson I know right! I hope she makes a video about it 🤔

[@animami-8]

imstillme143 Ok! That's real thing!

[@denisevasquez9988]

What's crazy is that 85%of the people who ask/assume that our hair is not real or can't EVER be long are OUR OWN PEOPLE ;Black/Hispanic. It's sad. & the sadder thing is that its TAUGHT from a young age whether it's on purpose or unknowingly. People are embracing their natural hair more now but, there will still be people trying to bring us down or be blind to the fact that you can be a Black women with long/thick hair and not have to be mixed with something else.

[@Ife360TVOnline]

Brilliant advice, our hair grows no matter the type!

[@LongLiveTheKOP]

Nobody ever asks if my hair is real when it's curly but they always do when it's straight. It's kind of hilarious.

[@robinayers8107]

They ask me if it's my real hair all the time. Weather it is curly or flat ironed.

[@ayuanabradford3206]

PrettyDoesntBite That’s because when black girls hair is very long straight it always be a weave

[@MiVidaBellisima]

Many of our ladies are addicted to weave and/or eurocentrism. It makes sense even if it doesn’t apply to you specifically.

[@MAHMAHNI]

people are so ignorant black women can have long hair too i hate when people say u lyin like it must offend people i think u have gorgeous hair and i am tryin to grow my hair u are such an inspiration

[@SuperMariposa91]

1MAN1HEART LOVE the sad thing is that it's other black women that will be saying these ignorant negative things.

[@deniawiseone2588]

Or talking about she mixed with something...Thats their favorite. smh

[@ayuanabradford3206]

1MAN1HEART LOVE Trust me if someone say to me I'm lying I'll say oh really I'll prove it to u that I'm not lying I'll straighten or part it in the middles or wash my hair alll around and see if it draws up

[@ayuanabradford3206]

Helenaelena because there jealous they be wearing weave and they envy beautiful black girls that grow out there natural hair and it super curly while they have none because it hidden underneath the weave lmao 😂

[@thatthingyouseeatthecorner5249]

PROM1SE VALENT1NE It’s not the length, it’s the texture

[@mslady1521]

I can't wait for someone to wonder if my hair is real. I enjoyed this. New subbie.

[@ladylioness9808]

Ppl are very ignorant of black hair. Especially black people. Good Job

[@aneshiadixon8762]

LadyLioness that is soooo true. Its cuz ppl forget black americans never had their TRUE culture.

[@sdseals2076]

Your hair is your hair, who cares what others think. Between 2011 and 2015 is 4 years. So your hair could grow that long. I think people want to believe your hair won't grow, because their's haven't yet.

[@camillagainey]

I bet those people making negative comments are bald, only wear wigs and weaves, are ugly and just hateful. God bless you Sis...keep doing you. I document my hair growth also..

[@camillagainey]

+Nita Dark berry Exactly! People act as if our hair don't and can't grow...Hopefully they're able to take her teaching and grow their own hair. God bless you Queen.

[@UrbanLee92]

whats wrong with wearing a weave.... i have alopecia so i need it

[@camillagainey]

+Kimberly W. Nothing...My cousin is diagnosed with alopecia...what was meant by the comment is the people who comment the worse things...instead of just switching the video/ photo, etc...are usually people who cannot meet the very standards for which they attack...not those who suffer from illnesses...but out of pure meanness.

[@UrbanLee92]

Kandii Gainey lmao i was about to say nooo not the weave...i need that....Im half bald

[@camillagainey]

+Kimberly W. Not at all 😂😂😂 There's a KZbinr that also has alopecia....have you seen her videos?

[@jasmine_daville]

Ive come a longggg way with my hair too. My mom cut my hair when I was in the 6th grade, 4 years and 5 months later... everyone says my hair is either goals, or it’s fake. My whole freshman year, my hair grew because of my goddess twists that I pinned up, they looked just like yours. I love my hair now, but I don’t like straightening it. I dyed it bright red for my 15th birthday, got it straightened then trimmed. I posted a pic, feeling nice for my bday, and some girls were saying how my weave was messed up, they didn’t listen when I said it wasn’t weave. I just don’t straighten my hair anymore. Having other girls my age and older, saying how I should style my hair is annoying. My hair is a sore subject for me.

[@chaynecotharn6886]

you're such an inspiration! I've been growing my hair since I had cancer a while ago and it's been tough but I have no regrets for keeping my hair natural. Seeing people like you on youtube always gives me hope for my hair and my journey.

[@samanthaivy6813]

You are so positive. I'm a new subbie! Your hair is pretty. Thanks for your honesty and your video.

[@ItsEbonyBradley]

Thank you so much for the love!

[@samanthaivy6813]

Ebony's Curly TV You are welcome.

[@chocolate001able]

Thank you for the advise my hair has been stuck at armpit length for ever and a day since I came out of hospital. I hate that mentality. My 87yr old mother in law still till this day don't believe the hair on my head is not mine. Her belief is that only light skinned women have good hair (rolls eyes). But her real issue is that her baby boy had the audacity to marry and love a dark skinned woman. Recently a black woman looked at me and said " yeah your mixed with cooly(indian a Jamaican term) I said no my dad was half Syrian. And her hateful response was" you mean the ones that bomb up the place. What she failed to realise is that not every Syrian is Muslim and that a lot of Christian Syrians fled their country out of persecution. The time she was looking at my head she should take off that tight ass wig that snatched off her edges on the whole circumference of her head. I can't be bothered to prove anything and no-one else should for that matter.

[@shaquejones4119]

That is not healthy for people to think this why. Why do you have to be mixed? Looking out our history of hair black women had long hair. Well I'm glad many of us are natural and let our natural beauty shine through.

[@PHlophe]

i think african americans would never feel the pain" , the claimed african heritage without leaving room for " we are kinda mixed" type of talk. you can't have it both ways. if you are mad pretty , whites will say "what are you mixed with" this is their way of saying , black ladies are not pretty. a caucasian will never claim 5% of african ancestry even though we know plenty have them. But with black people its like they got genes from the queen elizabeth. You can be your own african tribe without caucaian ghosts.

[@najma2613]

"What she failed to realise is that not every Syrian is Muslim and that a lot of Christian Syrians fled their country out of persecution"? So Muslims are "terrorist" and looser curled hair is "good hair"? I would assume for the fact your dad is syrian you would be the first to stay away from the american born delusional, ignorant and racist statments towards muslims/middle-easterns but clearly you believe otherwise. Dark skin woman are beautiful, all hair textures of hair are beautiful, and islam is as well. I just had to respond given your comment.

[@chocolate001able]

***** Bullshit is an understatement. People like that need their heads tested. The woman just revels in hate and misery.....I just leave her to stew in her own venom. Hmmmm......the mother-in-law. Her head is too far up her own ass to notice that there is far more important issues going on in this world. She is a Jamaican woman from Kingston the capital.....she has even put down my dead mother who is also from Jamaica but.......apparently Portland is a shithole compared to Kingston.....apparently my mother lived in the sea and she lived in a house.She thinks the sun shines out of her ass because a white woman adopted her. Ohhhhhh!!! I could slap her silly.

[@shaquejones4119]

Jasmin Andrews wait are you serious? That's her attitude towards blackwomen. Wow that's not healthy. I take it that she's all about status and feel that it's okay to compare to appear bigger.

[@SingDea]

I'm dying at the fact people didn't believe you because of your robe (idk why people disbelieve at all). I'm sitting here in a robe that I got for Christmas when I was either 11 or 12 and I'm 23 now. The robe is the same material as yours and looks the exact same as when I got it. Idk what kind of robes they have, or what they be doing in their robes, but maybe they should question their own habits lol

[@truthlover4585]

SingDea I am so with on that!! Haters come up with irrational talk & reasoning that can be really entertaining!

[@roquell98]

thats cool but now youre making me think on how small you must be. lol

[@SingDea]

roquell98 LOL I'm not small. I just had my growth spurt around that time; I'm 5'5". I wish I were cute and tiny hahaha

[@Shay45]

SingDea those people commenting probably only buy cheap clothes with cheap material that don't last very long

[@kiyokumabear]

Same! Im 21 and 5'5" and I have shirts from when I was 12/11, haha! Only things I have outgrown were my bras and underwear.

[@skarletbrown8912]

you have a great voice. its so soothing and I can listen to your tutorials easily

[@ToysJoy]

I think this video was great! I've spent most of my life being asked "is that your real hair?" or even having people tell me it's not mine lol. Those questions came when I used to get relaxers all the time. Now that I no longer get relaxers and hardly ever straighten my hair, it has grown even longer and thicker. I just got it straightened two days ago and one of my thoughts was, here we go with the question. I don't understand where the thought that black women cannot have long hair came from...and if we do, it must be fake. When I was younger I used to be a tad offended but through the years have learned that many people do not mean to be offensive, it's really just ignorance. Therefore I do my best to educate because we're all ignorant to some degree. Wow this was long, sorry! Thanks for sharing!

[@precisenyc]

A robe, really. I have a hooded, chenille robe that I received as a gift over 10 years ago and it looks brand new. You will never be able to please everyone regardless. You know the truth and those that believe you is all that matter. Keep doing what you're doing

[@naitjj1]

she is so prettyyyyyy

[@Mrzbrown03]

Thank you so much for sharing this! I came across this video at the right time when I was just losing hope and wanting to quit. My hair is about shoulder length and has been there forever so I was about done, but I have so much motivation now after seeing this video that I can't wait to see how far I can take my hair!!! Thank you again definitely subscribing!!

[@ItsEbonyBradley]

These kinds of comments make me so happy! Thank you!

[@HappyWackyJacky101]

your hair looks great and healthy! ppl don't understand that hair is supposed to grow and if it doesn't, it means that you're not using the right products for your hair! keep up the encouragement, it really helps me! God bless and keep doing your thing, girl

[@Pyxelles]

You got really gorgeous hair and never mind the haters. It's really ridiculous when a black woman posts a picture of her own long hair, people (you'd be surprised to find black women amongst them) go out of their way to dispute it and try to embarrass her, how pathetic. It just shows how insecure they are, because they can't stand to appreciate something that someone else has and they haven't got but desperately want!

[@pedritadorsainvil568]

I suppose the negative people who stated your hair was fake has never watched your videos. If they did, they would've thought twice about it. I have watched all of your videos and I know it is your hair. All of the natural hair KZbinrs has shown their wash routine and you can see their scalps when they are styling 8-))). Common sense is not a common thing. Do I believe they lie about products they are using? 100% ! They are always pushing some products and in the background you see completely different products lol. You are a very wonderful young lady and so far all of your videos have been honest and real. Thank you for sharing your journey. God bless!

[@KaRaBelli981]

*hides my robe I've had since 20yrs old and I'm 35*

[@ItsEbonyBradley]

LOLOL!!!

[@niketacalame]

that is so crazy the sad thing is if you were lighter I wonder if you would have even gotten those comments #chocolatesistalove

[@thatthingyouseeatthecorner5249]

Niketa Calame People would probably be more convinced she was mixed...

[@sonyarice7716]

You are so right they would just think she was mixed and assume that's why she had long curly hair.

[@rosal1802]

She received the negative comments because she is a dark skinned, Black woman with Afrocentric features. People expect said women to have a particular phenotype i.e. short, kinky hair etc. and are upset when she doesn't. They dismiss her hair type by suggesting that she is "mixed with something" or wearing a weave. I hate to see it, but I'm not surprised by it.

[@brendawarner4854]

Thank you so much, I just started my natural hair, I did my big chop, this month my hair was waist length before. So yes black woman can grow long hair if we keep care of our hair. l am so looking forward to my hair growing back. your hair is beautiful.

[@ynotchristian1366]

Nice video! I think when our community realizes and accepts that WE ARE DIVERSE and not cookie cutter as some seem to want us to be (those in & out of our communities) ; then the negatives we be replaced with simple appreciation (at least I hope so)! As you probably expect - I've been there with people trying to tell me what's real or not on my head! Smile! Anyway good job and thanks for saying it!

[@delanieseals1830]

Throughout this whole video I didn't pause or skip to another video once. Your voice is so mesmerizing and calming and I could listen to you all day.❤

[@ItsEbonyBradley]

So Sweet! Thank you!

[@delanieseals1830]

Welcome😉

[@kay_bee3]

Ebony's Curly TV please do a Must have video for beginner naturals I’ve been trying to go natural and I haven’t been able to find a routine so my hair is at bra strap length now I big chopped 2 1/2 years ago and never really figured out my hair but my goal is healthy mid back length curls 🙏🏾 your so informative thank you for sharing your journey

[@tqcharles]

Great video, very encouraging! Really reaffirms to me that I need to continue loving my hair, embracing the stage I am in, but also that I should stop saying that this is as good as it gets in terms of length. I went natural because I wanted to be all me and wanted to show my children (yet to be born) that their 'black' hair is beautiful, leading by example of course. So thanks for sharing your experience and the advice. That being said, I actually lost my blow-dryer and thought it was a bad thing, but perhaps it was time for me to quit the bad habit of using heat to dry my hair. I have seen such an improvement in my hair ever since. Thanks again for sharing!

[@flygirl1612]

People are that bored that they're checking about a robe. That is crazy... Your hair is gorgeous! This is my second big chop and I have learned so much from different youtubers this go around. Thanks for sharing!

[@ItsEbonyBradley]

I'm glad to hear it. Thanks for watching!

[@thatlovelydancerIlao]

I knew that was yours. It's gorgeous. Knowing God helps me know all is possible and he gave us amazing hair. Our hair can grow and become more manageable and even have popping curls as we learn our hair.

[@Scorpia161]

I will never understand 'your hair is fake!!' people like i get some people wear weaves and wigs but like... do they not understand that hair grows?

[@Foreverlovewill]

You didn't waste making this video. Thanks for making it. I'm in the process of taking better care of my natural hair & grown it out. This video was motivational & inspiring for me

[@taylamorris]

lol because of the robe? my brain hurts now... I love your hair girl. it's very lovely.

[@nakyahmona9983]

Idc what anyone says your hair is beautiful and black people can have hair that grows naturally!!! So go on girl your my inspiration !!! I been natural for almost 2 years and was about to give up until I came across your videos

[@BohoFlow]

Haha I'm literally (right now, as I type) wearing the same penguin robe my friend got me for christmas 8-9 years ago. This robe is in wonderful shape. I'm a broke college student, I don't have time to be buying all kinds of products. I do the lazy natural method; water and oil. I just make sure I wet and oil my hair every day. I did a big chop back in March. My hair only grew 3-4inches. After 8 months, its still awkward and loose looking so I wear wigs. I'm sure this is just the way my natural hair is but I'm definitely not comfortable wearing it out. I don't like short hair on me. And I still can't find anyone with hair like mine.

[@Haybaybay7]

BohoFlow Just keep going, growing your hair and taking care of it. Things will fall into place. Good luck 😁😁

[@invadingminds]

BohoFlow Hey girl, if you just use water and oil, you're missing a component (leave in conditioner/butter) and I know you're uncomfortable but how will your hair come into its own if you always cover it? It could also need shaping..just my 2 cents, I hope I helped and Good luck on your hair journey!

[@AshleyWilliams-ui7dd]

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[@christopherj.pritchard1631]

Thanks so much. I just started taking care of my hair again. I Neglected my hair for years and fell out. I went natural June 2017 and I started deep conditioning. I use to have long hair after I had my first son my hair was down my back. You inspire me to keep going. Your hair is gorgeous and very beautiful woman.

[@511djlamb]

Your hair is gorgeous! Love the curls!! Love it straight, it's amazing! So thick full and healthy looking!!

[@Bossladylj]

I believe you!! And your hair is beautiful. I am comfortable with my hair texture but it is in that in between stage . . . to short for this style and to long for that style. And I have a lot of hair (individual follicles) which makes it harder to put in a bun, etc. I also have a lot of shrinkage. I do not want to get a relaxer either. So I am trying to stick it out. I am looking forward to growing to your length. Great video.

[@ItsEbonyBradley]

Thank you. Just push through. You'll get to your goal soon!

[@imaniwilson8383]

what do you mean by the individual follicle thing

[@howcanyoudothistome1]

You are so lovely to look at. An unusual beauty. Your lovely curly hair texture, your dark complexion mixed with your soft rounded features are gorgeous.

[@ThallonRose]

The robe!! That's insane! People are so dumb 😞 some thing will ever change people never believe that my aunts hair is real. Growing up kids would pull her hair and say mean things. Stay positive you are an inspiration

[@tikabirdsong756]

thank you so much for sharing! no one really shares the "ugly phase" and the fact that you really just have to deal with it for a while lol. makes me feel a lot better about where I am in the process.

[@AndreasinGodshands]

I applaud you for sharing. You are absolutely right. When I went natural I didn't know how to retain length. Watching natural hair guru's is what helped me to go beyond just a little over shoulder length to almost mid back length. Your absolutely right...when you find a routine that your hair likes it will grow. I've been told I'm mixed when my hair was just a little past my shoulders. It must be irritating to hear that you're mixed because your hair is healthy and long. I'm definitely not mixed but proper healthy hair care techniques are critical to hair retention. I loose my hair length from prolonged stressfulness, but otherwise my hair grows fast and long. I feel sad when I think of where I could have been but for my setbacks. However, hair keeps growing and you just keep learning. Happy holidays, and all the best for the New Year to all who've read my post.

[@QUEENLOLATV]

OMG! Where have I been? Your channel is AWESOME!!! I am recently chopped ( OCT 2016- down to 1inch length). ANd it 1 month, my hair has grown a full inch and half longer!!! And I am loving the journey already. I love the ABS ( African Black Soap- DIY SHAMPOO). Great ROBE. You are a good woman and sweet, and it comes through your spirit.

[@ItsEbonyBradley]

Thank you so much for the love and support!

[@SincerelyBP1]

Aw this video really gave me the motivation to keep wearing my natural hair because I just decided to wear my natural hair and grow it since I always wear weaves but lately I've been getting so frustrated because it's so much time and effort and I'm still learning but this video really helped so thanks!

[@litabenning3480]

they always believing something's fake..which is crazy

[@litabenning3480]

your hair is beautiful by the way

[@HappyQueen1231]

Lita Benning hi Lita my name is Lita also love well nickname...

[@ayuanabradford3206]

Lita Benning they always think black girls have fake hair when there hair is long and curly

[@lashaejohnson3787]

This video really helped me a lot. I haven't put a relaxer in my hair for about 2 years now but I was constantly straightening it everyday but I stoped putting heat on my hair in August and about 2 weeks ago I cut all of my heat damaged ends off. Just like you said I am going through a state where I don't really know what to do with my hair. One side curls beautifully and the other doesn't and I noticed my hair is very uneven and I just can't find a style or anything to do with it. It has come to the point where I go to events and see girls with beautiful long hair and I feel so ugly because I'm uncomfortable with my hair and it's length but I have been trying to do my research and look at different protective styles and try to switch it up because i usually wear the same hairstyle everyday. But I thank you so much for making this video. It made me feel good knowing that I'm not the only who went or is through this. And I just have to keep taking care of my hair and eventually it will become long and beautiful just like yours.

[@ndinthecity]

You look great! We all need to really embrance our own beauty. It took me a little while to adjust to the different stages too but confidence and loving yourself will go a long way. Thanks for the vid.

[@ariellek4789]

People say really stupid stuff on the internet and what's funny is they act like they know for a fact that what their saying is truth. I think your hair is beautiful and I'm glad you posted the before and after pictures because they do help us to see how far you have come and give inspiration. Thanks sis.

[@erickasalinas7211]

don't pay any mind to the haters, your hair is beautiful and so are you. some people don't understand that in four years it is possible to grow hair. since I was young I too have gone through the same thing being an natural red head. sometimes you just need to shrug the negative off

[@martinaevans6860]

Your hair is beautiful. Love your makeup, too. I've been perm free since 2009 as well. Celebrating 10 years as of May 2019! But just stopped getting it flat ironed. And it's my first summer wearing "natural" styles, twists (before, it was wigs, weaves and braids). Learning to embrace it and just getting a routine. Will try your Pillow Soft and Gel Souffle for wash and go. Looking forward to more healthy natural styles. Thanks for the encouragement.

[@runniebby23]

I legit saw that pick on pinterest and saved it for motivation. ur nose is so cute btw lol

[@ItsEbonyBradley]

Lol thank you!

[@jane00-0]

This video describes EXACTLY what I am going through now and what I was going through about a month ago when I did my big chop, being uncomfortable w/ my hair, not being used to having short hair, not knowing what to do (I'm still kind of lost tbh) Bantu knots are my go-to at the moment. I NEEDED this video!! This inspires and motivates me to be patient, pay attention, not to give up just because I get frustrated and to get creative! Thank you so much!!

[@dinahbilson45]

Gorgeous hair. I also got some negative comments when I posted my growth comparison pic on instagram this month. people thought it was a weave or crotchet. Some black people think our hair can't grow long and fast.

[@anayvettlebron9839]

Plain simple answer ...God blessed with gorgeous hair..and you take care of your hair..haters will be haters..I'm Puerto Rican with curly hair also.. and loving it..

[@agbaby7757]

Women can be so jealous, it's sickening! You took care of your hair and maintained your length, congratulations your hard work payed off because your hair is beautiful! Don't even give the jealous ignorant people a minute more of your energy, keep doing what you do

[@shawn7086]

Your hair is gorgeous Sis. You seem to have a beautiful personality so I’m sure that contributes to a healthy head of hair too. Well, embrace the blessings that God gives you.

[@mimimontoya401]

You just gave me HOPE

[@barelybrain]

Those that mind don't matter and those that matter don't mind! Lovely hair that is CLEARLY coming out of your scalp. If that was a weave, it would be a multi billion dollar business. Millionaires have yet to get weaves that look like that, esp. your straight styles. Your hard work paid off with healthy length.

[@Tiphany757]

I have locs and people still ask of they are real smh

[@ItsEbonyBradley]

You can't be serious! Lolol I can't!

[@Tiphany757]

+Ebony's Curly TV and I thought me having locs, people would automatically know that my hair was real but I was wrong. And it comes mostly from black women thinking my hair is fake.

[@apriljohnson7447]

+Tiphany757 i believe it. i have faux locs ( yarn) and people don't even question it. They ask, how long you been growing your hair?... just plain backwards

[@Tiphany757]

+April Johnson wow lol

[@apriljohnson7447]

+Tiphany757 lol. yep

[@Magarita810]

Honestly! why is there a misconceptions that black women do not have long hair. And this is within the black community. Your hair is beautiful and I have realised since I stopped using chemicals and I am being patient in how I handle my hair it is growing. I got alot of inspiration from your video. please continue posting them

[@d010511]

People will always believe what they want to believe period. I think your hair is beautiful and I do know for myself how hair grows and for some people hair is just different and everyone that goes natural need to understand that just because one person's hair has more or a length or Curly it's all apart or learning how to deal with the madness it's just hair but thanks for this video.

[@MissLuvit101]

Hey lady, the people who leave negative comments are haters. They know your hair is real, but they don't want it to be. Some people don't want to believe that someone else can do something that they feel they cannot. You grew your hair, like many others. You should be proud. You are a beautiful young women. Keep making videos. I enjoy them!!!

[@truthlover4585]

You Have been an Excellent steward of your blessing(your hair) and it is Beautiful!👏😊 Thank you for the encouragement & help tips😊

[@darlenej5538]

Beautiful Hair! Thanks for sharing and helping others. After coloring my hair, I had some issues. Embracing your natural hair is being true to yourself.

[@Dani-sx3kl]

Haha I have my robe since I was 14... I'm now 31 no shame. It is still in great condition. 😂😂😂

[@msyolandarenee4900]

Don't feel bad hun about keeping old stuff I do it too, some thing you just can't let go(ex.clothes, blankets etc). Thank you for helping me understand that it takes time and it will grow although we may get impatient. I'm 10 mths a natural and I have a big fro and I love it! Mrs, Ebony thank you so much and looking forward to hear more.

[@elaineroyal2785]

I was inspired and a new fan. I will tell you this, you said nothing about the Lord but I can tell your a believer because that same journey can be applied to other areas of life. ALL I heard was faith all up and through this. Maybe I'm wrong but again I'm inspired to continue being natural. #3 years and counting

[@ItsEbonyBradley]

I'm so happy you were able to feel that because you're absolutely right! Thank you for the love and support!

[@PrettyP001]

I have the same curl pattern, people used to ask me how did I get it to curl like that: they're shocked when I say that those are my natural curls.

[@NaturalCee]

Natural hair goes through soo many changes, even my texture changed from when I 1st went natural. I believed you, and you have beautiful hair!!

[@kelli6339]

Thank for saying that everyone can grow hair regardless of hair type! It's about time!

[@diamanta_lht2106]

haters gonna hate you're beautiful and inspiring. I loOve you're hair.

[@pattycake2845]

ThanQ for this video. Your hair is beautiful. I'm more inspired now! It was as though you were talking to me. I, too, struggle with my new natural look. Wondering if I look professional enough. Going to embrace my new look in hopes that, one day, my hair will be long and beautiful too. Thanks again!

[@ajacousin]

I didn't even realize it was the same robe until you mentioned it!😂 Your hair is beautiful and you seem so genuine

[@lovethycurls0912]

I get this all the time. especially when I straighten it. in my curly state my hair is shoulder length and when straightened it is waist length. I have gotten comments on IG like that as well the couple times my pic was shared.

[@nikitalove9572]

Your a beautiful girl with beautiful hair and I love your vids I wish people would celebrate and praise one another rather then try to tear others down for no reason other then pure insecurity but anyhow tfs! 👍🏽

[@neysadesouza7901]

Girl you do you. When the haters come, block them. You are gorgeous and regardless what anyone says at the end of the day u still have ur beautiful hair. Lots of love keep smiling.

[@Bibirallie]

what the lip color??? it looks wonderfull on you

[@samantham9056]

People hating hard b/c your hair is gorgeous and so are you! You go girl, I hope in 4 years I can have your progress! Subscribed

[@vidadefii5387]

What?! Hahaha if you take care of things (like your hair & robe) they will maintain. 😂😂😂 people are crazy.

[@InvincibleJ]

I've got a beautiful purple velour robe, 10 years and it still looks immaculate! That aside, excellent video! I've subscribed

[@mylittlerodeo5228]

I just fell in love you you lol!!! thank yu so much for this video omg!!!! I just realized that most of the points yu mentioned are exactly what I needed to kno and my hair does it's own thing on the same side as yours lol....I've grown 2. inches maybe more in the last 6 months...it takes my hair a year to get that far so I was so excited I engage so much to say but I'm going to stop lol...but yes this video was very very helpful

[@AAT-rd5oj]

I have been tip-toeing around going “full” natural for a long time, but I think this video here gave me the courage to do it. My last relaxer was in 2002, but I’m always blow drying and flat-ironing my hair straight. But I’m getting sick of it and I’m SOOO OVER the smell of flat irons. And when I tried going full natural, I looked insane. So, I just want to thank you for this video. You have a new subscriber!

[@missgee8083]

thats your hair, it looks so beautiful, job well done girl! ignore the haters!

[@aniberlyn]

I just cut all my hair off. After hours of sobbing and preparing my self mentally to deal with people talking down on me, I found your video and it gave me so much hope. Thank you so much! xoxo

[@jeneyoliphant6289]

they are haters...your hair is beautiful

[@janeenharrison1953]

Hi Ebony! I'm happy to find your channel, I've been trying to grow my hair long so been youtubing natural hair videos so yours came across my feed and my mouth dropped! You look like a heavenly angel, very beautiful hair and skin. I broke down and cried knowing us Black woman proactively and subtlety fight to stay valid in our unique beauty and features. And here you are showing the way!! Please continue to share information and thankyou!🥰🙏🏿

[@thankthelord4536]

ppl will hate even when your fake/weave/wig be slamming too! so you can't win with jealous ppl.

[@yknight4240]

I wouldn't explain nothing our hair grows period!

[@MissHolliday3110]

Girl, I have 2 robes that I got like 10 years ago for Christmas and they're both in new condition. People please!

[@kavansakayenook6749]

Girl I see you gotcho LIFE! Yazzzz! I love your hair! I'm fascinated at how all the different types of Black hair can flourish in the natural state

[@littlemama1906]

I love your smile. You have a beautiful smile.