Shampoos & Conditioners

[@50fitnfrolushous]

I cannot believe I just found your channel! I am 5 years natural and turning 55 years young this year! (woot!) and although my low porosity hair has grown to mid back length and longer than it has ever been in my WHOLE life I felt the need for more clarification and to get back to basics!! I have been using clay washes but just yesterday washed with Shea Moisture Moisture Retention...and yet felt the need for more hydration, even after deep conditioning. After watching a few of your videos now I understand why! I am going to put the methods you suggest into practice immediately because I want to see just how long and healthy my hair can be! If I ever get to New York again I will def look you up! Thanks again!

[@jennmcg4068]

I am so happy I found you! You hair education is helping so much as I begin my natural hair journey! I've been combing through any and all videos regarding natural hair care, and your is by far the best and most honest I've come across! Thank you again! I'm a new subbie! 😊

[@davis1035]

The aveda "be curly" co wash is amazing!!! I have tried several co-wash brands and it is by far my favorite!!!!

[@tayoriginal]

This information is GOLD! I truly appreciate your knowledge and expertise.

[@danigirl9069]

Love your videos. They are always informative and I learn so much. Thanks for sharing.

[@Donovan-wh5cu]

Great video. I was just wondering how your clients feel about the Aveda Invati products. I am thinking about purchasing them for my regimin.

[@furrsmith8131]

Which are the good sulphates because you said we needed sulphates to cleanse our hair??

[@tjshair7649]

You are sooooooo imformative, I just subscribed!!!! It is going to be totally fun looking at all of your older videos and catching up to now. Great Hair Success, TJ

[@Msdeekay]

This was a great thorough review, really liked the tips especially on how to identify ingredients. I'm really interested in that wondercurl clay cleanse, will be looking forward to your thoughts on that. And your hair looks AWESOME for 5 days! tfs have a blessed day :)

[@chloecocochanel]

for your low porosity clients, what is your wash routine for them and what products from your selection do you use?

[@jahmeshacoffie1606]

This was very helpful!!!! Thank you!

[@KesandraC]

I have low porosity hair and looking for a new shampoo and conditioner. Can you upload a video with an updated list. Pretty please 😊

[@WhatCantSheDo]

can you give an updated list of shampoos that are good for low porosity hair ? a lot of these don't contain sulfate or have harmful ingredients for low porosity hair.

[@denisemitchell8477]

Gday and thank you for your knowledge I Wil educate myself now and determine what works best currently Shea moisture JBCO line but will try the two mentioned it's so confusing but I will stay the course by the way your hair is amazing much luv

[@cabrerathomas8469]

I thought with low porosity we should be cautious of products with protein? Also on another video you advised using shampoo with sulfate to deeply cleanse the hair since lo po hair is prone to build up. So I can use a sulfate free shampoo and still get my hair properly cleaned? I have twa by the way

[@KJAlways]

I did not know Behentrimonium Chloride was a fragrance. I thought it was just for detangling the hair and emulsifier in products...according to my notes. I take a nerdy approach of looking up these words on each product in my book. I seek out emollients for my low porosity curly hair. By the way, you have wonderful teaching skills and a is beautiful attractive person as a role model of what you teach!!! 😊

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

+KJ Always Hi, you are correct, it is not a perfume. The point I am making is to find out what the first five ingredients are and if they are harmful to the hair. The process of elimination will make product selection easier. I can tell you are diligent in your selection process to make it work best for you. Thank you so much for your comments!!

[@KJAlways]

+Embrace Natural Beauty I am trying hard to learn what the first 5 and make sure the rests meets the Curly Girl Method's standard and make sure those two long M words are not at the bottom and other allergens. Preferably Gluten free. Could you recommend hair gels for low porosity fine/ medium hair & medium density? Please. Now I am trying to learn about Quats.

[@KJAlways]

Sorry, I am not sure what you are speaking about. Behentrimonium Methosulfate was not the word I was speaking about. I was only speaking about the word from my hair products that I looked up to be an emulsifier and a detangeler. If you don't not believe me, I will be happy to do the research again and share it with you. I never said whether it was good or bad. I just mentioned the purpose of that chemical.

[@niki-mars955]

+EmbraceNaturalBeauty I have already purchased Shae moisture Jamaican Black Caster Oil strengthen, grow and restore shampoo. Is it as good as the manuka honey one? I am using the Shae moisture jamaican castor oil strengthen, g and restore conditioner. Is it good for conditioning, or should I stick to the manuka honey conditioner? Also, do you more recommend the aveda pure abundance or shae moisture line? Finally. how would I know when my hair does not need protein? I have low porosity. Thank you. Nicole

[@Artemis583]

Hi Abena, I have a few questions about Aveda products in general as it relates to "our" hair, and was wondering if you would be able to discuss this in more depth in the future? I have found that using Aveda products as an entire regimen has been hit or miss because they have so many products to choose from and was wondering your thoughts on this beyond the products you mentioned in this video. Thank you!

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

+lovehatebeauty2010 Hi, I do not use Aveda as an entire regimen. Only the Shampoos and Conditioners. I am happy to discuss further, hopefully you are able to join in the conversation while I am live on periscope.

[@naturalbeautyisgood]

Do you have any product recommendations for those of us that have high porosity hair?

[@bellasee1]

Enjoyed this video, thank you.

[@ByGraceBeauty]

do you always use shampoo n conditioner combos? how often do you use shampoo? do you cowash? and lastly do you prefer volumizing shampoo n conditioners?

[@thedisciplinedtrader2024]

What's your opinion of hair vitamins. Msm, collagen and nutrafol

[@LaWandaT]

Very detailed review as always lovebug ♡ Have you had a chance to use the Be Curly products by Aveda? TFS

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Naturalldubz As I mentioned earlier on instagram, I used Be Curly when I had a TWA. As a styler it was not what I was looking for at the time. davis1035 mentioned that she likes the cowash.

[@LaWandaT]

Embrace Natural Beauty sorry for posting question twice. Thank you kindly ;-)

[@jaz1elise]

My hair has loved SheaMoisture African Black Soap Deep Cleansing Shampoo and SheaMoisture Raw Shea Butter Moisture Retention Shampoo since the spring of 2011, and still loves them since I have been a healthy natural since May 2013. Since last week, my hair has recently started loving SheaMoisture Manuka Honey & Mafura Oil Intensive Hydration Shampoo and SheaMoisture Manuka Honey & Mafura Oil Intensive Hydration Conditioner. I use SheaMoisture African Black Soap Purification Masque as a conditioner and deep conditioner, and my hair loves it. I need to restock it because I ran out last summer.

[@tonyawoods8589]

Abena - those curls look good.

[@jkfynn5977]

Thanks for that video, what do you think about the sulphate ingredient in the Aveda brilliant shampoo? I purchased both the shampoo and conditioner last night and woke up feeling to take it back because of the expense, and knowing that the stylist told me about the sulphate, and now a little more concerned after watching you video. Mind you I have yet to try this product, is it worth the extra change? And considering it includes an ingredient I should avoid? Whats you advice? I don't mind giving it a shot, but I need a little more detail on this product from someone whose used it more, this is my first purchase and time I've ever come across and taken interest in Aveda and it's nerve racking to me. Mostly because of the extra dime. Lol. What are you thoughts? And again thanks for the video, it was helpful regardless and it has made feel better on buying the brand regardless of what I just wrote, just need a little more tips on it. Thanks!

[@cutflower36]

Can u recommend some drugstore shampoo or hard dry high porosity hair. Thanks for breaking it down

[@ayodoyinolorunsola6284]

How often should you shampoo 4b/4c hair? And do you know any good hairstyle in the DMV area specifically Baltimore

[@kiannavaz3451]

Great ingredients tips!! Just what I need right now. I don´t co-wash, however, I´d love to lay off the sulfate on my shampoos. But I´m not there yet. As I live in Brasil, the best products, in my opinion, are not available for me T.T I do have access to some great, but very expensive, brazilian brands. Once I have the money, I´ll definitely be more aware of the alcohol list to avoid. Thaaaank you =D

[@muslissa3089]

I just realize my shampoo has one of the bad sulfates. I was wondering will it still have harsh effects on my hair if I water it down? Im planning to wash my hair more often (once a week) but I wanted to use about 2 teaspoons of shampoo to 16oz of water.

[@brahmabkitty03]

What are your thoughts on Giovanni shampoo's and conditioners

[@gerdiejean8422]

Have you tried aveda's Be curly line? Im interested to see how it compares to dry remedy line that you use often. Im trying to decide which line i should purchase for my natural hair.

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

+Gerdie Jean Hi! No, I have not tried the current Be Curly line. I am so happy with Damage Remedy that I have not felt the need to explore. Either way, the most important factor is cleansing. I'm sure that either line will do the job well. It's just a matter of your preference. Wishing you the best!!

[@ashleybelis1694]

What do you use for deep conditioners ?

[@saintarb]

Hi, My name is Beatrice and need some help on a wash routine. I recently started learning how to swim and I practice about 6 times a week and my I used a clarifying shampoo at every wash and my hair is drying out really bad. I am not getting a lot of breakage, but the look of my hair is very dry. Just need some suggestions on how to clean chlorine out of my hair without drying it out. If you could provide some tips, I would greatly appreciate it.

[@titanium114]

I know some people use put conditioner or coconut oil on their hair before swimming to protect their hair from the chlorine. Maybe you could try that.

[@Shawn27ful]

Hello have you purchased It's A 10 shampoo or deep condition with Keratin before? If so, what are your thoughts?

[@mosesthomas4331]

am a natural for 3 years know. But not completly I wanted to become natural but I got mixed up what natural is I have type 4 curls but for years I have been trying to have 3b curls. am going to cut my hair and be a true natural.

[@shawn1847]

What do recommend for a person with 4C hair? I have only been natural for about two years.

[@lexw.5477]

what is your take on the Mane 'n tail shampoo and conditioner??

[@esthertorres6361]

I want to use Aveda so bad but cant find it at cosmoprof or salon centric. I have a license to shop at these stores. Hoping to get it at a better price. Where can I buy it?

[@tonyawoods8589]

I found with Washngo's, your hair is always so tangled because you cant really come it and get the dead hair out. The natural shampoos/conditioners - with no washable silicones or whatever - just doesn't soften enough or have enough slip to get through the tangles.

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

***** Yeah, I do not like conditioners if they don't have enough slip. Of the conditioners I have used, only the Tropic Isle Living Conditioner did not have slip. The inexpensive conditioners were great when used in high amount. The Aveda and Shea Moisture are very good with slip and moisture. I don't mind going the entire week without combing my hair. That is what makes the washngo so low maintenance. You achieve the look and maintain it for 5 to 7 days and then comb it on wash day with loads of conditioner. The struggle, the journey, :-)

[@stardustlove7471]

What’s the best shampoo and conditioner for low porosity hair and I’m kinda confused because you said in one video that you clarified your hair often now in this video you say once a year

[@mekahall5603]

Thank you for that informative video, im a new subbie.☺

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Meka Hall Thank you and welcome!!!

[@ddear2009]

Also where is your salon, your ends look amazing. Im having a very hard time finding someone experienced with natural hair that can trim and looks out for the health of their clients hair

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

ddear2009 My salon is located in the Bronx, NY. Are you in the NYC metro area?

[@ddear2009]

awww, no. Im all the way in Texas

[@pmonpl]

Embrace Natural Beauty am in the nyc area and I need help with my hair, it confuses me. Where are you in the bronx.

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

pmonpl Hi, The salon is Gifted Hair Clinic, 3511-1 Boston Road, Bronx, NY 10469. You can also call 917-524-8122

[@thedisciplinedtrader2024]

Also how do you know you need protein in your hair

[@traceyhuggins4898]

Hello😃Thank you! Great video😃

[@kassandranubyan2304]

Hi What do you recommend to deep conditioning please ?i don't see mask

[@brendawarner4854]

Thank you so much.

[@joyozzy2683]

Hi I have a client with a scalp problem whenever it's time her hair her scalp itches so what type shampoo and conditioners would you recommend I used for this problem

[@doThatGWalk]

Joy Osborne Trader Joe's Tea Tree Tingle

[@arielmccalla6611]

I love your lip color!

[@alainbourdeau9392]

can you do a video about protien overload

[@AlexciaLinette]

How do you feel about silicones? My hair really hates dimethicone. Others do not bother me as much but I fear they block moisture on my low porosity hair.

[@KJAlways]

I stopped using products that contained silicones since I start using the CG (Curly Girl) method. Silicones causes build up on Low Porosity hair, which does end up blocking moisture and end up with very dry hair. If you use silicones, you will need to use regular shampoos with sulfate in them to clean them out. Thankfully, they are not fatal to those who choose to use them. 😜

[@kaylaollivierre6952]

If say silicones should be used when your using heat as it provides protection from heat and helps prevent heat damage. Other than that you can avoid silicones when you aren't using heat.

[@AlexciaLinette]

Sure you can, but really silicones is a synthetic oil...you can use it all the time but you must shampoo your hair with a mild to harsh sulfate. If you co-wash it won't remove all of the silicone therefore it will build up.

[@mariepetite5329]

Where is your salon please and are you taking new customers?

[@123SUTANA]

OMG. Where is your salon? I want to book an appointment! LOL.

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

+123SUTANA Hi, I am in the Bronx, NY :)

[@123SUTANA]

+Embrace Natural Beauty I found the info through Facebook.

[@genab64]

How much is the aveda shampoo?

[@ddear2009]

What gel do you use and moisturizer

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

ddear2009 Hi, I am currently using Wonder Curl products. The Butter Than Love Pudding as my moisturizer and the Curl Control Styling Lotion as my gel. I recently starting using the Get Set Hair Jelly to help control/hold the low porosity hairs in the from and rear crown. Here is the video I did on Wonder Curl products which shows how I apply it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZmLahpWAisiDhrc

[@ddear2009]

Thank you so much. Now i just need a good trim

[@ChrissayPajoeA]

How many times do you shampoo and cowash in a week?

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Princess Chrissy Hi, I wash my hair once per week and use shampoo to cleanse and conditioner to restore moisture and condition the hair so it is soft and smooth. I do not cowash.

[@olisafowlin3821]

Merci

[@tonianeto2928]

I'm very confused... You said that you're skeptical about sulfate shampoos (on your stop cowashing video), but you're recommending and saying that you use on your clientes a clarifying shampoo and a moisture retention shampoo that doesn't contain sulfates in it (talking about the shea moisture ones) so... ? I don't understand your opinion. Can you please explain me? because you're very contradictory

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Hi, this video was made a year ago. At the time of the recording these were the shampoos I used as of the time. That is not a contradiction, it is an actual fact. I have since updated the products I use. I would love to update this video when I have time.

[@arianawilliams1379]

Tónia Neto I was about to post the same thing. And she said she doesn't clarify her hair that often but in the stop co washing video she said to clarity more often...in lost so do I clarify or not? And about how often do you do it now?

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Ariana Williams Hi Ariana, it's best to clarify your hair according to product usage and lifestyle. If you apply heavy butters, oils and creams on your hair on wash day and reapply products through the week your hair can benefit from clarifying in order to remove the build up of product. Also if you working out and sweating in your scalp and use a dedicated cowash cleanser in between regular washing on wash day again you can benefit from clarifying. However I recommend moderation. Clarify once per week or every two weeks in order to remove product build up to increase moisture absorption. Let me know if that's clearer for you 😊

[@arianawilliams1379]

Embrace Natural Beauty yes I understand I did a little more research I was using only a moisturizing shampoo to wash my hair. I used the clay to "clarify" because I haven't found a good clarifying shampoo..my hair is really funny and a lot of products tend not to work because the have coconut oil or some other ingredient my hair doesn't like

[@AugustaWilliamsJr]

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[@tatomkili]

are you located in the west coast? Los Angeles? And if you are not would you be able to recommend any haircare stylist in Los Angeles. There is a great lack of knowledgeable hair stylist here.

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

+tatomkili Hi I am located on the East Coast. I recommend Dr. Kari Williams who is in LA. mahoganyrevolution.com/ Blessings!!

[@caroleparker8587]

+Embrace Natural Beauty I would love to come to your salon if you are in the New York area. Please let me know. Thanks

[@naturalcurls4life576]

I saw one of your products has dimethicone in it. How do you feel about cones?

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

NaturalCurls4Life Hi there! Thank you for your question! Silicones work well for sealing in moisture. They should ONLY be used with caution by people who avoid cleansing their hair with sulfates. Since I use shampoo that contains sulfates on a weekly basis, I can enjoy the benefits of the silicones without the risk of product buildup. And as an additional note, many people who avoid silicones are causing the same effect by applying product on top of product without thoroughly removing the buildup. This subsequently leads to dry, dull hair. I hope this helps! :-)

[@naturalcurls4life576]

Embrace Natural Beauty Ok, so I cleanse my hair once a week with Bentonite Clay and I avoid Silicones. So I'm good right?

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

NaturalCurls4Life Yes, the clay cleanser is actually known for deep cleansing, so you should have a clean surface for absorbing moisture. How are you doing with moisture retention? Are you experiencing dryness?

[@naturalcurls4life576]

Embrace Natural Beauty I co wash during the week and I redo my WnG on the 4th day due to dryness. However, it has improved as to how it feels on day 1. I have very dense, coarse hair, therefore very dry. It has gotten better.

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

NaturalCurls4Life I am happy to hear that you are cleansing once per week and getting more moisture to your hair by cowashing during the week. I am sure the additional application is working to improve your moisture levels. Let me know if you have any other concerns about your regimen. Blessings!

[@ritalovelace9636]

Do you ever pre-poo?

[@twanawiggins87]

Y so many

[@tonyawoods8589]

I meant to say comb your hair