RICE WATER RESULTS + Staple Products ► natural hair update 2021

[@CeceMack]

Intro and No Heat Challenge 0:00 - 4:23 Rice Water Treatment 4:24 - 7:00 Products Used On Hair 7:01 - 10:42 Diet, Hair Growth, and Outo10:43 - 14:43

[@monique7885]

Thanks!

[@sujaggirl]

🐐

[@GDaEssence]

You the real mvp! 🙌🏾😂

[@DonnaMarie007]

Thank you

[@thriftysimplicity]

Thanks for doing this! 💜

[@marvinandjosh1]

You’re so right. Natural hair can be so much easier than KZbin makes it. Once you find the right products and techniques, natural hair can be a breeze.

[@ddaniel469]

I’m still looking for the right things 😓

[@sable7114]

@@ddaniel469 LOL! How many years has it been hun?

[@marvinandjosh1]

@@ddaniel469 it took me a while so don’t feel bad! My advice is to shop at stores with good return policies like Sally or Target. If a product doesn’t work, take it right back to the store and try something else.

[@nikkik3263]

I've been trying products for 2 years and still don't know what I'm doing

[@helenogbonna3361]

All we really need to do to with our hair is wash in 2-3 weeks and condition it then put any hair mask on it every once in a while oh and using the right products to sub stain healthy hair and no breakage in it cause I do that also find a good defang,ing comb ima lazy natural

[@latoyal.2622]

I was on the no heat challenge with you. It was easy since I don’t really use heat on my hair. To be honest, you’re the reason my hair is longer than ever. I started following you 4 years ago when I decided to transition over to natural. My hair is now to the middle of my back. I just want to thank you for helping me through this natural hair journey! 🧡🧡

[@thechicnatural]

woah!! I am SO glad to have helped Latoya!

[@crystalredmond8873]

How long did it take to get your hair like that

[@latoyal.2622]

@@crystalredmond8873 It took a lil over 2 years. When I was getting relaxers. My hair never would grow. I was going to the salon at the time. Then I just decided to go natural.

[@sobsmanasaju1363]

Pls 🙏 how did u transition back to natural? Did u cut off ur hair?

[@helenogbonna3361]

@@thechicnaturalu look like Nicki minah

[@sc7907]

You can tell Kim genuinely enjoys making content for us. Thank you for these updates!

[@Soshesaysjessica]

Yes 😍 one of the OG’s who still makes genuine good content!

[@klajate8031]

I loved the last part you said taking care of natural hair isn't hard. Set easy routine with products that work for you thats it. I haven't had a relaxer since 2006 and haven't missed it since.

[@jesusismysavior8964]

Dang thats a long time

[@Muchloviess]

Yeah natural hair is very easy. I theorize that most of the people that say natural hair is hard is doing too much to their natural hair and trying to make it look like something else.

[@spursgirl29]

@@Muchloviess or we may have very dry thick hair with a sensitive scalp. Not everyone has silky hair that is manageable. My hair is honestly more tightly coiled than 4c hair.

[@kimberlywilson8428]

@@jesusismysavior8964 tufururhrhrhr

[@barbaratucker2833]

@@jesusismysavior8964 I have'nt used a perm in 12 years I have not missed It but I thought about It. The only reason I thought of It is I got off my routine but gradually I'm getting back to It.

[@JoyDejaKing]

Love her hair and absolutely adore her positive attitude in this video. She looks so pretty too❤️❤️

[@yogineferititi]

I've been using a mixture of avocado oil, grape seed oil, and rosemary. All organic. Crazy hair growth!!

[@twin2206]

Rosemary oil or you put the actual stems in your oil mixture?

[@latanyarobertson5247]

What measurements did you use of each? Do tell!

[@marcyl2003]

I love the support of other black KZbinrs! I just started using the Melanin leave-in conditioner too and love it. And heading your rice water video again because I meant to start it but keep forgetting. So I feel that random wash day love. Thank you.

[@jedan9106]

Girl...I remember watching you long time ago. I just ran into your video and recognized your face. I know I have been natural for 12 years now. I was just 1-2 years beginning stages when I stumbled on your KZbin video back then. Plus you are a mom like me....with a 2yr old....congratulations. Very different now. Keep up the videos...please.

[@jetaunjoyner2267]

You are my hair muse for real. I love your hair, nails and fashion videos. Your the reason I started doing my own nails and now I will never go back to the shop because I’m getting that good. My hair is the next goal. Finding styles that I won’t get bored with.

[@Chrissy4281]

Melanin Haircare was a game changer for me. It works great. I literally haven’t used anything else in my hair besides diy areyuvedic oils, sprays and deep conditioners. I really was amazed that I had found products that checked all the boxes that I could use exclusively and not worry about buying or using anything else. I have given away most everything else I was using and stocked up on the shampoo and conditioner for me and my little.

[@EBONIQUEEN3447]

When I developed the knots in my strands I trimmed my ends and that helped. However, I just had a birthday on November 3rd, a new chapter in my life and I cut off all of my hair. It’s short. I had similar hair to yours and about the same length. I really love my new hair style it’s very manageable. If I get tired of the short hairstyle I’m not worried because my hair grows like grass. I’ve done it before I just hate the in between lengths. God bless you🙏🏾🦂🙏🏾

[@dinahfisher]

I noticed that when you don't use heat your hair seems to tangle more. I think straighten out your hair once in a while really detangles your hair to a deeper level.

[@sukarisanford1484]

Agree.

[@mzgemini0006]

I agree... my hair tangles way more the longer I go without heat

[@tabithathewholistic]

Agreed! I'm actually in the process of hearing training my hair, which can actually be beneficial when done properly and carefully! But everybody is different and should should what's best for them :)

[@blu_rey8656]

You are correct. I have hair that likes to kink, knot and intertwine if I don’t at least blow dry it. I usually retain more length when blow drying after a wash. I’m not trying that rice water crap cause I’m protein sensitive.

[@gentlestormwyatt]

Absolutely. Heat works great for my hair. It grows and less tangles. I kid you not, my hair is past my mole in the middle of my back, and I’m stunnedddd. It doesn’t look like that when my hair is washed and not stretched 🤣 but that just goes to show my hair is healthy and thriving and still shrinks to my head 🤣. Everyone should definitely do what works for their hair though 🤗🤗🥰

[@justebbs5832]

I love Melanin Hair Care products and I’m so happy she is in Sephora now also. I love her hair oil mixture also.

[@KittysKorner]

I completely agree about your diet although I’m not plant based I’ve noticed eating more fruits and vegetables and drinking nothing but water have kicked my hair growth into super speed. I love your channel. Love all your videos may God continue to bless you and your entire family

[@mamabearj785]

I definitely feel the same natural hair is so beautiful.You need patience and knowledge, with that you can do soo much, sometimes I feel like I’m the only one in my city who rocks it natural

[@xxKeyy_-]

Honestly I’ve been watching you ever since I was about 13, two years ago, your ways of teaching me how to fix my hair really helped me! My hair has grown, but it’s still shoulder length which I like it to be I haven’t really straightened it yet, but might get a blow out sooner or later. But once I’m in college I feel like I should do what you eat in a day routines!

[@uniqueyan415]

She already did that several time. Even for her son.

[@plebperson1788]

@@uniqueyan415 I'm pretty sure they meant that they want to follow her diet, not for her to do a video on it

[@dawnharmon2769]

I had no idea what a hairhook was until I saw your video, it is a lifesaver!

[@sacralyogigoddess]

OMG, a hair talk vid! I luv this! I started watching you years ago for hair tutorials & inspiration. You're probably the only person that switched to more of a lifestyle channel that I actually still follow. I luv the food vids, but I get xtra happy when it's hair! Your hair truly has flourished over the years! I really like Melanin Hair Care, I haven't used the shampoo, but I use the conditioner, oil & styler on my 3 youngest babies & hubby's locs... it's def a staple.

[@adnaloy9025]

Thank you for saying that about natural hair! I don't think it is any harder to take care of our natural hair than relaxed hair. In fact, if anything, it is easier because you don't have to worry about the harsh chemicals, etc. The issue is that people have to learn to take care of their own texture. If you have never done it, there is a learning curve and you cannot treat our natural hair like relaxed hair because it is different. I love my curls!

[@jadaony4145]

I gave up the rice treatments too because it was tedious and the smell. But it did help with the shedding much more than tea rinses.

[@sable7114]

I just look at shedding as natural.

[@jeralynlangford1341]

To help with consistency, I’d recommend making the water and refrigerating it without the rice. Refrigerating the water without the rice will preserve it without continuing the fermenting process. It can be refrigerated for up to one week.

[@thechicnatural]

Thanks for the tip!

[@jaaxyjackie]

Your hair is beautiful, I watched you grow out your hair, you are one of the few that still rocking the length from years ago.

[@KC-807]

Can't wait to see the updated wash routine. The no heat challenge was easy for me too. Did it for 17 months.

[@twiixboss6255]

This is so me always complaining about it being so difficult to manage and time consuming. But thank u for the advice I'll be moving and talking different towards my hair...I also cut out all of my straight hair...went back natural from scratch and the rice water is really helping it to grow 😊😊😊

[@medinaanderson2065]

Love this video!! Honestly when I comb out my locs and started wearing my loose natural hair, your wash day routine was the best. It was simple and easy to replicate and maintain. I wasnt overwhelmed with products and steps. My hair has been healthy and flourishing. Can’t wait to see your updated wash day routine!

[@erikapapi]

thanks for your content! i’ve learned that rice water should actually ferment longer than three days. most say at least a week and i’ve seen some reports that the Yao women actually ferment it up to 3 weeks. the longer fermenting time actually makes it more accessible bc you have have a batch or two fermenting at all times. lil tip.

[@ronybabygirl8162]

You always break it down so it is simple. I use the edge boost too. Good product. Thank you!🙏

[@angelafletcher8316]

Yep the single strand knots is while I stopped wearing wash and go's. Stretching your hair really does cut down on that

[@margareta.6506]

I did the No Heat Challenge alongside you last year and my hair grew tremendously! What I noticed was that I was having an issue with was my edges (protective styling definitely did a number on me.) I would love to know if rice water can help fill in the sparse areas near my temples.

[@beautybeginshair5744]

I love how your edges are intact!!!

[@juniorchavesopicassodeyahu988]

11:45 Looking beautiful. Your hair looks so amazing. You are always on point. Simply gorgeous!

[@temporamoresque]

I've always appreciated your minimalist approach. you're such a gem of a follow tbh!!

[@peejay8791]

I love seeing her hair videos, I wish she could do it more often? I use rice water once every month, and I have been loving it...

[@deshawndablackmon4431]

Thank you for sharing your natural hair journey. I have used several of your techniques. I just finished the rice water and it helped my hair. Just wondering have you ever used hibiscus and fenugreek on you hair to prevent shedding? Have an amazing weekend 🌞

[@evitaslight1695]

Single strand knots for me is a result of my hair needing a trim or pruning the ends.

[@sassyfaith]

I would love to see roller set with teal or red rollers, like a Dobie or roller wrap

[@itsteddimarie]

I love the Melanin Shampoo and LC, they have become some of my staples. The shampoo cleans the hair so good and the LC is moisturizing and multi-purpose. Love your videos, Kim 🌻

[@lifewithdalee5099]

I have been following you since you began your journey and i love it. And that edge booster is the truth.

[@naturallynatural3290]

Hi Kim, in regards to suggested hairstyling how about a wet set using rollers, still avoiding heat, allowing to air dry

[@ti4833]

Thank you, people think you have to use heat for most styles. Even hairdressers will tell you "you should blowdry it so you won't get tangles, it lasts longer" for styles you want. What's the point of being natural if you have to change the state of your natural hair EACH time before a style? That didn't make sense to me. So, I just did the styles on my own, no heat. When I first wore extensions, I didn't blow dry my hair. I use heat usually every 18-24 months. I trim it in any state, because you can see split ends even when it's naturally kinky coily curly.

[@kseke25]

Your curls are popping even more now!

[@Renee_nf094e]

So nice to see you on this nice Thursday. 😊

[@queenandbear5568]

Loving these videos! It's been 11months no heat for me. Going to the salon this week for a trim and blow out 🙄 pray for me no heat damage 🙏

[@TeediousRaven]

Melanin will always be my staples as well! Thank you for this video!!

[@Karamelmocha32]

You can definitely prep the rice water ahead of time and freeze it. Hopefully this helps.

[@vrman3]

I love the melanin shampoo and conditioner and the oil mixture. I have the twisting cream also but I don’t use it as much as the other 3 products. I have not done much with rice water but I found tea rinses reduced my shedding and stenghthened my hair so I include it in my routine before I wash

[@adsmith04]

Looking beautiful...thanks for this update!!!

[@tayotalks]

Hi Kim Please did you wash off the rice water after applying it on your hair or you left it to dry?

[@kis4beauty]

Thank you Kim for being honest about the race water journey. I find it's hard to maintain a monthly schedule as well. I purchased the hair hooks years ago when you recommended them but I find that the hook gets tangled in my hair. Any tips?

[@naturalbookgirl940]

Try PuffCuffs!

[@queenkarla5302]

Girl! I've been without heat for years and haven't gotten the right type of growth. I'm so frustrated 😠 ready to cut it all off! and i get alot of those knots too 🥴

[@jl9480]

Heat actually helped me. I was natural for a decade never past shoulder length. But my fine 4c strands couldn't retain length because they were so fragile. Once I started stretching it with heat it began to retain length like crazy. After 10 years no one could've told me that heat of all things would be my answer lol

[@jadaony4145]

@@jl9480 I’m literally going through the exact same thing😩. I have 4c fine hair too and no matter how much protective styling and no heat it’s not growing and always has split ends😡. I got a Arosci irs treatment last week and will be using heat training from now on. Hopefully my hair flourishes 👏🏽

[@jblizzy559]

That’s because heat is not the problem. It took me a while to realize that. so many other factors go into hair growth.

[@AfroDysiaque]

@@jl9480 Hi, i am curently using heat at least one time a week for my hair because it help me to style my hair better for school, but i know it's too much. Like you said heat helped you i have fine 4c hair too, so i wonder if i am doing to much heat treatment for my hair ? P.S : i didn't experience heat damage yet.

[@AfroDysiaque]

@@jadaony4145 Me too but i didn't do protective style since at least 3 years, i will have braid in the beggining of november tomber my hair alone since i manipulate it a lot.

[@veliciawilliams5865]

Try Maryam Hamptons MH Rice Water Shampoo and Deep treatment. It is a great quality alternative to just making rice water.

[@sabby_Saturday]

Hey thank you so much for the video I was wondering which kind of hair mask would you recommend

[@WandaResende]

Rice water definitely works 🍚 💦 💯

[@tarikenkeyari8959]

Did you quit aussie moist conditioner + deep conditioner ?

[@dannibishop6017]

Im low porosity, fine strand medium density: and i started using rice water this year july-august. I use to use it by itself when i first started off. I was using it off and on. Then after i watched a naturalista youtuber she was diluting the rice water. And i started diluting it. When im doing a wash day i'll use the rice water in my hair when im pre pooing i'll wash it out. Then use it again when im deep conditioning in the same day. If im using it as a leave in i'll just spray it in my roots of my hair

[@cynthiabesa6508]

Has it improved your hair growth? I am low porosity too and I would like to try it

[@obinnaemeadi4180]

Do you use olive oil on your scalp? Or what you use on your scalp? Thanks

[@imanicecelia]

Great video! Thank you for the update! Can you try Octocurl and a roller set with larger rollers? You and I have similar hair textures and I would love to see how you achieve those two styles! Thank you and God bless! 💗

[@michelejones3154]

You're always on point. Thanks for sharing Queen.

[@raechellnichole9472]

Great video! When it comes to growing healthy hair, it's really about keeping it simple!!

[@indriadrayton1132]

Coconut milk every wash day does the trick for strengtheninh hair for me because I like to moisturize my hair alot. Lately, I haven't had time to do it as much, both moisturizing my hair and the coconut milk so I have to get into the thick of things again.

[@hutch3136]

You have the most beautiful hair. Love watching you and your advice is spot on.

[@virgoscorner]

Thank you for mentioning the hair hook. I've never seen that & I will be purchasing this product. Your hair is so healthy & beautiful as you are 😉🥰. I'm on a journey to get my hair back to bra strap length. I have alopecia now & I'm having to adjust to knowing that my edges probably won't grow back 😞 .

[@sable7114]

Thanks for saying natural hair should not be difficult. I think that's just another stereotype. I have so many friends who say that they don't want to go natural because it will be so difficult and so time-consuming. We all know that for years many products were not made for textured hair. Luckily we discovered DIYs. Why would God give us something that's difficult to work with? We were just robbed of the ability to learn how to manage our hair. Having gotten my first relaxer when I was in my twenties and having gone natural about 5 years ago, I just thought it was horrible trying to adjust to caring for my hair. I'm going to have to give up something in my life in order to take care of my hair and then I thought what did you do for 20-something years of your life? Wit I was never late for school or for work and I didn't wear wigs or head wraps for protective styles so somehow it worked back then.

[@lbell6078]

Thx for sharing! Glad your hair is doing so well. I know it's been out a while but can't wait to try the Melanin line. You always look great sis. Love the eye shadow.

[@marciathemba9033]

After watching this whole video, i realized that your lip gloss got my attention 💋💞 it's so adorable

[@feliciadunn644]

I don’t use heat in my hair anymore. I stopped when I was transitioning. I take vitamins cause I don’t eat right. I have a sweet tooth.

[@carolinecera]

Look at that gorgeous hair😊

[@veliciawilliams5865]

The one thing I don’t like about the rice water . You have to use a hydrating shampoo and conditioner to balance your hair. If you do not you will experience hair breakage. Rice water has its advantages and disadvantages as well. I do agree that no heat will give your hair the appointment to grow and flourish.

[@lashshel]

Have you ever used Design Essentials Almond & Avocado Shampoo and Conditioner? If so, did you like it?

[@takelliathomas2736]

Is your hair naturally curly or is it way you can make it curly? I love my natural but I dislike the shrinkage after washing. Tips please 🥺 first time following you and im starting to like page🥰

[@maritagarner5458]

I look forward to my wash days as well 🥰🥰 it's like spa day for me

[@smbrown07]

You can store your rice water for a lil while in the fridge. Just add peppermint oil to it, to keep it from smelling. Lol. I store mine in a glass bottle.

[@holyone48]

Hello, TheChicNatural, I ran across your video on the rice water and chill this stuff shrinks. As I am sitting here writing a comment with my hair plastic cap on my head. I hit you back to let you know my progress. Thanks for sharing 😊

[@soprano22564]

Great video!! I'm wearing a twist out now abs it is a journey to find what works for your hair. I'm going to look for that Melanin brand

[@sable7114]

At Ulta beauty but I have not tried it yet. Someone said Sephora also has it.

[@shenequadupree6539]

BEAUTIFULLY SAID, THE HAIR IS AMAZING LOVE IT!!1 ESPECIALLY WHEN YOU WEAR IT CURLEY!! I;VE BEEN NATURAL FOR A YEAR NOW, IT'S SOMEWHAT CHALLEMGING HOWEVER LOVE THE CURELY LOOK SO THAT WORKS FOR ME!!! BLESSINGS ALWAYS

[@MsBrooklyn11232]

Hey. Thanks for this hair update!

[@charlib68]

Thank you esp for the 'our hair is beautiful, our hair is fabulous part 👊👊. Young black girls need a to see this. Love it👏👏

[@kathyburks8018]

Hi i love your channel. Quick question about hair dye. I need to dye my grey! I love black..can you recommend a safe brand of hair dye that will not damage my hair? Thank You!

[@rhondamurray5362]

Love the lashes? whats is the brand?

[@transitionwithme9009]

Hi Kim could you please do a braided straight back, I think that would look good on u.

[@sobsmanasaju1363]

My hair is relaxed and I feel like it doesn't grow at all, and I want my hair to be long but I just have a question, does my hair need to be natural for the rice water to work? And if so, is there anyway I can make it natural without cutting it off

[@QuadraWithLove]

I would love to see how you would do one of those puffy, over the shoulder, side braids with the cute edges. I've been liking that style lately and I haven't tried adding hair to my hair before but I'm thinking about it.

[@Honeychild1623]

Another great video, thankyou Kim! I came across your wash day video and i never left here! It was such a breath of fresh air to see someone with such a simple routine with simple products and really healthy hair. Thankyou for the PSA on natural hair, everything you said is true. I looooooove my hair and wash day, seeing my curls bounce is everything to me! :-)

[@antoinettegill9920]

Did you trim your hair at alll??

[@joy5885]

Thank you baby girl you are amazing. Thank you for sharing this. I'm thinking on going into my hair jounery too...best of luck to you 💜

[@ropanzarmatthews5984]

Love your videos Kim. 💜 We have similar hair type and so I have been following you from your entwine days. Lol. But I have gone back and forth with natural and relaxed hair. However being at the point of wanting to go back to relaxer this video kinda gave me a push to stay the course. Thanks. Question: Did you enjoy doing your hair when it was short? I am frustrated with my length. That has always been my reason for going back to getting a relaxer.

[@Emmanuelhannah]

The product you use are they affordable like how much does it cost in the market especially the melanin leave in conditioner and black shampoo

[@kelliontamason2009]

Great video as always!! 😃😃 You were one of the first people I started following on KZbin when I started my natural hair journey. I love to see how far your hair and your Channel has come. ❤ Would you ever consider using hair paint wax? Just something fun and temporary 😊

[@MishaCharNay]

Yes! I definitely agree with stripping back the routine. The 3 hour wash days are so not necessary lol

[@aleiciabarrett6164]

Same as me I got lots of dingle strand knots it’s because of the protein in the rice it make the hair like that

[@tonyajohnson3450]

Who is posting a thumbs down?? WOW....unhappy people!!! Thank you for the information 😊😊

[@phylisha03]

Would you ever dye your hair?

[@lions_pride]

Love the hair & food videos! Wait I love them all!

[@chizobanwangwu5620]

Love your hair videos

[@larissaandrews7866]

What is the first step in applying rice water to your hair? Do you spray before or after washing? Step by step. Thanks

[@thechicnatural]

Hi Larissa, my full rice water routine demonstration is linked in the description box of this video

[@NiniAmerlise]

Your anointed sis, keep going!

[@monique7885]

I think trying to recreate some of your older styles would be a good idea

[@TheMzny]

Ulta had the shampoo on sale and I bought it. I like it but you definitely should pre poo before because it does leave your hair squeaky clean.

[@lilianmsigwa7238]

I love your old videos of your natural hair when you hair was shaved at the back! Those styles look so stunning on you!😍