Simple Length Retention Tips - How I got BACK to Butt Length Hair || Klassically Kept

If you're looking for a way to keep your natural hair length, then you've come to the right video! In this video, I'll share with you some simple length retention tips that have worked for me in the past.
Whether you're struggling to retain length or just want to learn some simple tips to help you out, this video is for you! I'll discuss ingredients and products that have worked for me in the past, and show you how to use them to keep your hair length retention goals!
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What I am wearing
Cherish Pearl Earrings - sold out
Headband - old
Banana Republic an sweater dress - sold out
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Scalp Massage - • Scalp Massage For Mass...
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Ebony’s Curls Tv channel - / @ebonyscurlytv
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Briogeo Don’t Despair Repair deep condition - bit.ly/41Hscfv
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Mielle rosemary oil - bit.ly/41HO0HY
Pure Rosemary Oil for Hair Growth - bit.ly/48CDa8y
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0:00 intro
0:34 Disclaimers
3:36 Growth vs retention
4:57 Hair retention tips
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[@caraabbott4725]

Tips: 1. Trims 2. Low manipulation 3. Tuck ends 4. Keep hair care consistent 5. Deep condition 6. Do not let hair dry out 7. Scalp Massage 8. Do not jump on bandwagons or trends 9. Love what you have❤

[@sisvic]

Amla powder in deep conditioner Scalp massage with rosemary oil

[@notella_ng]

Thank you

[@DrSimpleBeauty]

People underestimate tucked ends. I looooove using various kinds of claw clips. Its stylish and comfortable. My ends are THE most babied, next my scalp. My routine hasn’t changed in 4 years and I’m coming up on hip length which is wild to me 😆

[@KlassicallyKept]

Yes ma'am love this! I will throw on a headwrap in a minute lol.

[@KeKe4Christ]

that profile pic of yours sold me, i just subbed sis!

[@jhennique6158]

What is your scalp routine?

[@DrSimpleBeauty]

@@jhennique6158 I use only natural products, thats my main focus. I use a lot of DIY Ayurveda and essential oils to stimulate, cleanse and help my hair grow.

[@KM-np1rf]

You’re the first natural I’ve seen emphasize how easy it is to detangle and style your hair when the ends are healthy and clipped consistently. I grew my hair out from a short bob cut and once you have ends that smooth and seamless you notice a huge difference and it’s hard to go back. I notice many women who get short blunt cuts grow their hair out so well and I think part of it is because they experience those smooth, silky ends and keep up with the trims from then on.

[@KlassicallyKept]

Hello KM. When I stopped holding on to my terrible ends my wash day changed drastically. The ease of detangling and twisting !

[@kmj2000]

I noticed my split ends turned into single strand knots, and then those knots ruined the hair around them creating more breakage. I think the sharp edges of the knot acts like a saw on all the surrounding hair. My hair retains length better when I get my ends trimmed.

[@Shapress7779]

I just had a few inches taken off my hair and my wash day is so much better and faster now, I love it!

[@chle2494]

ugh so true. I had gotten my hair cut before I moved to TN but I couldn't find a good professional stylist down here so I haven't gotten my hair cut in over a year. I miss how easy it was to detangle my hair, and how my curls popped as soon as i added product with no real manipulation. I'm getting a hair cut next week and can't wait

[@rosam674]

I love how thick your hair is. There's no see-through part.

[@KlassicallyKept]

Thank you !

[@arianagrandestoes1665]

Remember consistency IS key. Stick to a suitable routine for you or you won’t see any results in length.

[@KlassicallyKept]

Exactly! Getting your hair regimen down packed is key !

[@dawitgebrat1878]

You can see from her face that she has ancestors with long hair, too😂

[@TransmutedLiving]

​@dawitgebrat1878 what african and african?

[@dawitgebrat1878]

@@TransmutedLiving well, compare her with any pure African girl, then you got the answer

[@victoriasvibesss]

very true! 👆🏽

[@tanicasmith6777]

Genetics: Texture, curl pattern, density, porosity Lifestyle: Length, strength, Keep it going ;

[@reneejoseph5030]

When you said I am black and you claim it 100% you gained me as a follower. #queen

[@ulaniewilson]

Your retention rate is top tier.👏🏾👏🏾😍 And yes I agree with following a consistent trim schedule, keep my hair moisturized and my ends tucked. If I'm home the bonnet is staying on😂 My goal is hip length retention for this year.🙏🏾

[@KlassicallyKept]

Yes ! Love your hair goal! I will throw a headwrap in a minute lol.

[@i3abikay]

Thank you for letting the community know about genetic, and the retaining of hair length!

[@KlassicallyKept]

of course !

[@lovingbritt]

I don't have a strict routine, but I retain length by keeping my hair braided more than my hair being out. And washing my hair 3 to 4 weeks in between. I trim my ends as needed but probably once in the whole year. I know for me the less I touch my hair the more it grows. Also to keep my hair nice and soft in my braids I use a oil free wig spray. I never experience breakage when I use that. Like know what works for you but I prefer to not have too much of a plan because that stresses me out. But I'm trying to grow my hair to my butt within two years.

[@PINKIV]

Did you make your profile photo ?

[@sarahb6758]

God willing you will get there hun 🏆

[@princessoh2751]

@ArtsyBritt I was looking for a comment like this one because I saw 4 other KZbinrs saying that it’s not necessary to trim your ends and I was confused like do I need to or I don’t and all 4 have really long hair.

[@FineNaturalHairROCKS]

Yes, let me get comfy for this! Soo, I love the fact that you spoke about the role of genetics and the fact that your tips are for LENGTH RETENTION and not HAIR GROWTH. This is a very important distinction. Your hair is simply stunning! I'll be doing a good trim very shortly as well. Also, the tips are A1! And your final message about self-love and self-acceptance is soooo good! Thank you for posting this! 😍🙌🏾

[@KlassicallyKept]

Hey Fine Natural! Thank you. I am so glad I was able to catch one of your lives, it was amazing !

[@FineNaturalHairROCKS]

Awww, thank you so much! I'm really glad you enjoyed it!! It was great to have you there! @@KlassicallyKept

[@SNUPE_FOXX92]

THANK YOU!!! 2:44 I’ve been saying this since FOREVER! Genetics only plays a role in now FAST it grows and how THICK/DENSE it will be. Ppl whose hair grows fast but they DONT have a proper hair care regiment won’t make a difference because they’re losing the length as fast as they’re growing it !! Love your video ♥️

[@KlassicallyKept]

thank you !

[@Monicaizpeace]

Your hair and skin... just WOW! Veiwers have to be careful following certain youtubers that put out trendy content to make money. You are spot on about genetics. I've had long hair since 2018 (not as long as yours 😂) but the ppl in my family tell me it's because of the creole bloodline on my dad's side. 😒 Never mind the work, patience, gentleness, long detangle wash days, and research that I've done to get my hair to this length. How come those creole roots are just now coming into play now that I'm an adult taking care of my own hair? I didn't hear nothing about me being creole when I was a bald headed child with an unhealthy relaxed hair care regime.😂 Thanks you so much for your tips tucking my mini twists is definitely my go to style. I had a set back last year and had to get a major cut from almost waiste lenth to all the way up to my neck. Currently my hair is sitting thick and full at bra strap length. I would love to see waist length by Dec. 2024.

[@KlassicallyKept]

Hello Monica and thank you. Oh my goodness not a bald headed child. lol. And that's just it, patience and learning your hair ! Oh no, that's terrible, but I am so glad you are back in full force! I know you will be able to hit your goal in 2024. We all have them, I had a set back in 2017 which was my fault, wore my hair in a top knot for 4+ months.

[@ciaranoakes8163]

😂😂 Girl this comment took me out! I hate when people say that to me.. although im black, native and white, but that wasnt acknowledge when i was bald headed. Now as an adult i hate hearing” shes mixed” thats why she got long… skirrrt! Nah i Invested , after years of trial and error, lengthy detangling sessions, cutting off hair girl 😂 Im so glad you shedded light to this bc ppl swear its the native in me but If it wasnt for the black my hair would be this DIVERSE.

[@Monicaizpeace]

@@ciaranoakes8163 yesss!!‼️🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@m.cherisse7899]

Coolie is the derogatory term used for and/or of East Indian (descent). Thus, you have a percentage of East Indian.

[@imho5485]

I’m embracing my grays and started wearing two twists in my hair over the last month. I pull the twists back into a ponytail and tuck my hair into a bun. I washed my hair last night and realized it’s 2 inches above my waist.

[@mym8330]

I watched the hear trade market in China and India. I am 100% for growing my own hair.

[@d.b.n.3974]

I rarely (and I can name 2-3 KZbin ppl I really feel comfortable with) rarely watch videos about "natural hair growth" however, you are a breath of fresh air. I admittedly have never been attached to hair. I grew and cut, especially in my relaxer day, and as long as it was healthy, that was all that mattered, and that is still the case in 28 yrs of being natural. I don't retain mostly because it was hard to find someone to trim natural hair consistently (military life), or even let you in their salon with natural hair, which is still challenging post military life. 🤷🏿‍♀️ Nonetheless, thank you for all of your tips, but especially the last one. Embracing and loving what we already are blessed with is the key. From there, taking care of it is your responsibility, and that goes for everything in our lives. You have a subscriber in me! 💙

[@mbailey1026]

This is a great video! Thank you for sharing your experience and what works for you. I love how you stay consistent with what works for your hair and don’t go looking for ‘bigger’ and ‘better’ through different trends. Less is more. Keep it simple. I believe these tips will help me retain more length ❤

[@BeFruitfulMomma]

Absolutely loooooove that I found you on YT. Thank you for this platform. I'm in the process of re-growing my hair long (I cut my hair A LOT --- every two weeks) but decided to turn 50 with length. I've kept it no longer than my shoulders but would like to get it to at least past my bra strap again. Thank you for the tips!!!

[@libbylib1819]

Thanks for the great tips! Especially about keeping ends tucked yo avoid friction with fabric on shoulder area.❤❤

[@psr076]

You gave excellent tips that I already follow. For me keeping it simple as always been the way for me to retaining length. Our hair grow it’s the retention part that most have difficulty with.

[@KlassicallyKept]

Thank you PSR and hello from Fine Natural's live! Simple works for me as well.

[@Denise_NicoleB]

Loved this video, Mya! You’re always direct to the point, leave takeaways that can benefit various lifestyles and embody class while doing so….blessings♥️!

[@KlassicallyKept]

Thank you! Hey Denise! Happy New Year! I hope you are well !

[@heartofgoal7708]

These are such excellent and wise tips. The proof is evident in your beautiful hair. Please consider doing another What I Eat in a Day video as I’m sure your nutrient-rich diet contributes greatly to your glorious mane. Thank you!

[@KlassicallyKept]

Hello Heart of goal. I will see about the video. In the mean time, my diet: 1. I do not eat fried foods 2. I haven't eaten pork since 2007 3. I do not eat red meat or poultry 4. I am gluten free 5. I love salmon and snapper, that is really all the fish I eat. 6. I LOOOVE fruits and veggies: strawberries, grapes, mangos, sour sop, clementines, cherries etc. I love cucumbers, brussels sprouts, carrots etc. 7. My weaknesses are chocolate and ice cream 8. I do not deprive myself of anything, everything in moderation. There are no rules on vacation. If I wake up at 10 am and I want pizza that is what I will order. 9. I am in the process of removing diary from my diet, cheese is proving to be difficult lol. 10. I do not drink juice or soda, water and medicine balls, that's it I hope this helps.

[@laer.393]

@@KlassicallyKeptdo you consider yourself a pescatarian in that case? no meats aside from fish? thanks for sharing your general diet! sounds very nutritious.

[@KlassicallyKept]

@@laer.393 I would say that, yes, now I did make up the term salmontarian, because until I met my husband that is literally all ate lol. I

[@Kmishelle]

@@KlassicallyKept This is exactly what I'm headed towards! My diet is already pretty similar in regards to pork, red meat, juices, and soda. I did a 30-day No Fried Foods Challenge and it went well. I've been trying to make it longer term, but I love french fries lol. I am the same way about chocolate. I'm trying to cut down on sweets, but chocolate is the thing that has been the hardest to truly reduce lol.

[@ruthow-hw2ic]

What's a medicine ball?​@@KlassicallyKept

[@baba-bv8xz]

Love your no nonsense tips.

[@KlassicallyKept]

thank you !

[@venaetheartist8067]

Ok I finished the video, just wanted to post another comment-- I love your style and elegance, and how you incorporate your natural hair in your style! I saw your videos a year ago and lost your channel. Glad to find it again! Great content 👍🏽

[@KlassicallyKept]

Thank you! I am so glad you were able to fine the channel again ☺️

[@BionAvastar3000]

Wonderful growth/Length retention! And good tips too.

[@KlassicallyKept]

Thank you !

[@gwashington7776]

Thank you for the end of the year refresh ❣️❤️

[@KlassicallyKept]

of course

[@tonib-luv]

Omg Mya how did you pop up on my algorithm. To anyone that doesn't believe that this is her hair, it is . We went to college together and it was always long and natural ❤ this was a pleasant surprise and I'm wish you all the success in the new year .

[@KlassicallyKept]

Hello Toni. OMG! I hope you are well! Happy New Year and I wish you success in your endeavors as well.😊

[@NewJohariClassic]

I get the "is that all your hair" comments too! Apparently it looks full or thick so people wonder. I used to get offended but now I take it as a compliment.

[@Lilyflower-TigerLily]

Women like this lady right here, showed me how to take care of and grow my natural hair. The African American community has always been obsessed with hair length. I am no exception, (it's probably because we always knew we could do much better regarding our hair), but when I learned how-no relaxers, deep conditioners that I can make myself with rice water and shea butter, protective styles...I love these people ;), the ones that share their knowledge.

[@clarissahopkins1148]

Very informative video. Even though it is not my hair type. I appreciate you educating your followers. Do you have beautiful hair and your hard work and time certainly has paid off. Have a happy new year.

[@KlassicallyKept]

Thank you. Happy New Year!

[@kayjay8790]

This was such a treat to watch. Thank you! Would you consider making a video sharing your favorite headwraps, turbans, scarves, hair accessories as of late? Thanks to you I’ve been looking at turbans and silk headbands to wear but quality ones. God bless!

[@KlassicallyKept]

Hello Kayla! Yes, I can definitely do that !

[@recklessyouth100]

New subscriber acquired! Love your tips, I have been educating myself for months on healthy hair retention and you dropped all the tips I've been coming across in one video with the results to show. Definitely gonna keep up with your content for inspo as I try to grow my kinky curls waist-length!

[@KlassicallyKept]

Hello and welcome to the community!

[@sapphirehaircare7777]

Bravo 👏🏽 Thank you ever so kindly for sharing this. God bless you 🪷 ❤

[@KlassicallyKept]

of course and thank you !

[@valrice817]

Happy New Year! 🎊 🎉Thanks for the hair care tips!

[@KlassicallyKept]

of course ! Happy new year.

[@kharyzma4u]

Thank you! Finally someone who believes in trimming. Thats been a game changer for me in 2023. I used to not trim and it caused too much single strand knots and more. Since trimming every three months, it's made a world of difference in length retention and thickness. Thank you for sharing. Your hair is BEAUTIFUL 💕

[@KlassicallyKept]

Thank you! YES! I believe I trimming wholeheartedly. I use to be the no trim girl, I wanted length and did not care if my ends were terrible. Little did I know I could have length and healthy ends!

[@gracieanduze1171]

Came across your video today and so glad I did, excellent content! I am relaxed but still can apply your tips to my hair and regimen. Just viewed your vid on scalp massaging very useful. Thank you for sharing. Blessings lovely.

[@KlassicallyKept]

Hello Gracie! Absolutely the tips can be used for anyone. Happy New Year !

[@amatullah3238]

I just found this channel and I love it, you are so elegant and inspiring.❤

[@KlassicallyKept]

Thank you and welcome to the community

[@janethart3155]

Beautiful video truths nicely stated. Blessings always 🙏

[@KlassicallyKept]

Thank you! Have a great day !

[@gracesplace3449]

I hole heartily believe that last one. I thought you were gonna say to pray about it. But yes appreciate what you have because why would you be blessed with more if you don’t like what you have now. I’m still working on that

[@NaturallyCorporate]

Such great information- thank you!

[@KlassicallyKept]

of course !

[@barbarawilliams8333]

As someone who has been with K_Kept since 4K subscribers, you are truly genuine and I’m happy to see others are seeing it too. Bottom line is moisture, trims and finger detangling were the game changers for me NO matter what hair texture you are. Partner with that consistency and you will see results. Keep doing what you doing…😊

[@KlassicallyKept]

Hello ! Thank you so much! You are so correct. With this chebe journey I am learning moisture truly is key !

[@Prettygirltings]

Love these tips. Happy New Year

[@KlassicallyKept]

Thank you! Happy new year to you as well.

[@setapartaay925]

Hi there! I’m new to your channel and I’m so glad I found you! I’ve been using these tips for the past year now, and it’s been a game changer!! One thing I’ve learned and started doing is to trim my hair every 3 months or once a quarter (last month) and I incorporate a protein treatment with my trims. AMAZING growth and retention effort!! I’ve seen the best results in 8 months than I have during the last 3 years before that change!! Thanks for sharing! Subscribing now☺️

[@KlassicallyKept]

Hello and welcome to the community! I am so happy that you have a hair care regime that works for you! I am always so happy when I hear people's hair is thriving. Happy New Year !

[@GraciousTv-]

Happy new year to us all❤ This new year everyone of us shall be gifted with the wisdom to maintain and grow our natural hair great ijn 🙏..Thanks so much beautiful for the this great trips last advice was for me love u❤❤

[@KlassicallyKept]

Amen! And you're welcome !

[@mightystrong5484]

AMEN 🙏🏼 I RECIEVE IT IJMN....😊

[@MsLadyAsh03]

I just found your channel! Great tips!! But the last one is definitely important! Happy I found you! Beautiful hair!!

[@KlassicallyKept]

Thank you Ashley. Welcome to the community

[@IndigooceanOrg]

OMG, I just came from your other video and left my goal for 2024 hair and said largely what you said here at 10:30, keep it simple and consistent for healthy hair! Yes.

[@KlassicallyKept]

Consistency and simplicity is key !

[@jennifercurier2965]

The last tip ❤️🙏🏽

[@sweetsuite498]

New subscriber! Thanking the Lord for this recommendation. I’m a weekly pool swimmer and have almost NEVER had a consistent hair care regimen, so your point about consistency hit home, hard! I wear braids nearly all year, with a 3-7 day break between styles. 2024 is the year I will go from D- grade hair to A+++ natural hair! Very excited!

[@KlassicallyKept]

Hello Sweet! I am excited for you. OOOO I know swimming can be harsh on hair. Yes consistency is key and it doesn't have to be a complex hair care system. Something as simple as just making sure your hair doesn't dry out can work wonders! I wish you the best!

[@nuninuninu5095]

Hi if you don't already do this a tip for swimmers is to apply conditioner (any kind will do) to your hair, root to ends before putting on your plastic cap. Even if a bit of water gets in the cap, your hair is protected with the conditioner. I hope this helps.

[@chanelleburris7146]

Nice video this helps I love the way she speaks too it kept it easy to follow

[@KlassicallyKept]

thank you !

[@roseoliver7179]

Thank you for sharing every thing you are saying is so very true

[@KlassicallyKept]

Thank you !

[@kathope4484]

Sis, just found your channel and you are an inspiration. Looking very elegant and stylish. I love to see another black woman killing it! ❤🎉

[@KlassicallyKept]

Thank you! Welcome to the community !

[@missmlb3842]

I just stumbled on this channel. I love it! You are gorgeous❤..I love the classic style and yes...your hair is beautiful!

[@KlassicallyKept]

Thank you! Welcome to the community !

[@melledelvani]

I stick to what I know and works for me, and I see results. I am all about health over length. I don't follow trends either. I've been doing more twists and braids, keeping my ends out of the way. Especially during the winter, I'm about low maintenance to keep the moisture intact. I'm also trying to take a break from dyeing my hair.

[@KlassicallyKept]

Hello Mell. It sounds like you have your hair care down a packed. I like to keep my hair care simple as well.

[@ellenhill5826]

Great video. So glad I stumbled upon this video. New subscriber now. 😊 I too have hair that is past the middle of my back. I’ve been growing my hair out for years, natural, no relaxer. My texture, however is slightly different than yours, but I love my length. I agree with what you say about low manipulation of hair. I have found that washing my hair every 3-4 weeks has helped it grow. I also oil my hair with Alma oil, which is another Ayurvedic type oil used by women in India and can be purchase on our favorite online shop that starts with an A. I scalp massage at least 1-2 weeks with this oil, as it is very thick. So using very sparingly 1 time per week helps with growth and prevents breakage. I am now going to try the rosemary oil you mention to see if it helps with thickening. I will get back to you on that. Again, great video; you have gorgeous hair.

[@lisasims3970]

this was great. ima check out the alma powder. i was a little afraid at first bc i thought they would act like proteins, but ima try a small amount. n congrats on ur channel. im glad ur getting more views. ur so prepared in ur videos, much love.

[@KlassicallyKept]

Thank you! I am very excited and about the growth and welcome the journey! Yes try the Amla !

[@user-gv4xu6rk9z]

My mom’s Canadian and my dad’s Jamaica we have a similar hair texture. I in the process of letting my hair grow out you got my subscribe I also love fashion !

[@KlassicallyKept]

Welcome to the community !

[@keishaj76]

All of these are 🔑. I've learned my lesson on trends the hard way. I stopped sealing my ends with butters/oils and ended up with setbacks.

[@blueseptember2174]

So putting almond oil on the ends is good,?

[@luciamuasya987]

Hey, just subscribed to your channel.. Very informative. Have learnt so much. Happy New Year!!

[@KlassicallyKept]

Thank you and welcome to community ! Happy New Year.

[@cbchang6200]

I just found your channel. All of your tips are great. There is only one thing I do that you have not mentioned, I always Prepoo with a hot oil treatment. And I do mini trims myself every 8 weeks. Yes, trimming for me is key to retaining hair growth. For many years my hair was down my back. The things happened in my life that got me out of being consistence with my hair care and it broke off greatly. I just got back into my hair loving consistence care 8 months ago and my hair has grown 6 inches in 8 months and my hair is the healthiest it has ever been. I am loving it. 👍😊

[@butterflyink01]

Wonderful content. I've only just discovered your channel. Clear and concise. Do you have any recommendations for the type of head wraps or fabric to use? I am at shoulder length and have the issue you spoke of with growing beyond this point minus damaged ends? Thank you ~ New Subscriber 🦋

[@msstacey777]

Great tips and message!

[@KlassicallyKept]

thank you

[@elysesmith6938]

This video is very nourishing

[@KlassicallyKept]

thank you

[@customtressed2596]

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[@shanikabrown892]

Amazing video!

[@KlassicallyKept]

thank you

[@candisweet10101]

This is a lovely video! I appreciate you taking the time to make this content! I also watched your skincare regimen video and I would love to know what kind of lipgloss/lip balm you use??? Wishing your page much success in the new year!

[@KlassicallyKept]

Thank you Candi! I use Vaseline! and DIOR ADDICT LIP GLOW OIL - bit.ly/3RZmMZZ

[@Poo531]

I really love how you explained genetics I was one of the commenters that said “ it’s genetics”! But the way you explain it make soooo much sense I will stop saying it now!! Thank you so much. New subbie

[@VBoo459]

I have naturally fine and soft hair and in the past I always experimented thinking a new thing would work for me. My last was Japanese hair straightening. Now, well for a year) I retired from experimenting because its never achieved what I wanted - healthy, thick as I can get, long hair. Since I have accepted and loved my hair, I've FINALLY gotten it to grow past shoulder length. My hair grows slow, but the reason its not long is to due with breakage, NOT growth. I've started trimming every 6 months (or more often IF needed), finger detangle ONLY (except for with my deep conditioner in), protein/conditioning monthly, hair protected, not playing with it and and now my breakage and shedding has reduced by like 50% at LEAST.

[@tamikahunt1187]

Thank you very informative

[@KlassicallyKept]

thank yo

[@jennah5390]

I subscribed just bcuz u said u were Jamaican lolll my mother too is also Jamaican. Our hair is a rainbow of textures and that doesn’t make us any LESS black. Ppl are so ignorant. Your channel is right on time for my hair journey. Thank you for being here😉👍🏽💕

[@KlassicallyKept]

Thank you Jenn. Welcome to the community !

[@ninadenise3969]

great video!

[@KlassicallyKept]

Thank you Nina !

[@angelfire6421]

New subbie. You popped up in my feed. I'm here for hair health and to figure out how you maintain your body.

[@KlassicallyKept]

Welcome to the community! I keep my diet simple. Fruits, veggies, salmon. My weaknesses are chocolate and ice cream. I dont deprive myself, moderation I don't drink juice: water and tea.

[@LondonSegre]

That last tip 🙌🏾

[@KlassicallyKept]

I believe the last tip is so important. 🙏🏽

[@cbchang6200]

I know many people don't link to trim their ends. What I do that works really great for me is I dust my ends every 8 weeks. What I mean is I very, very lightly trim the ends where it's needed. Honestly, after I dust my ends, my hair is the same length as it was before I dusted my ends. Keeping my ends dusted, I never need a trim. And it keeps my end healthy and I retain more length this way.

[@gracefulonem1392]

In Jamaica, coolie is a derogatory term that is used for people for India. That means you have a percentage of Indian heritage.

[@Fiana862]

Yes, she is of Indian descent. in Jamaica Coolies are people mixed with Indian and African genes.

[@Mariabouke35]

Yes scalp massages work, I notice less hair fall if I do massage but constantly to make it work .

[@KlassicallyKept]

Yes! Consistency is key. And it feels wonderful.

[@ajohonly3721]

Natural beauty 😍

[@KlassicallyKept]

Thank you !

[@lyndalightburn6988]

Your hair is lovely!

[@KlassicallyKept]

thank you

[@sylview3808]

Oh, Thank you for the explanation regarding hair growth and length retention. Now I understand why everyone (even in my own family) are always saying to me, "your hair always grows so fast." Genetics 🧬 🌟 I have no problem chopping my hair, off because it always grows back swiftly. I tell myself it's just hair. I have literally close shaved my hair so many times, sometimes to the point it was as close to bald as one could get. I enjoyed that change up. My hair currently is silver and down to my waist, but I do think I'll get a trim next week when I go see my wonderful stylist. I have been chemical free since my 40s and next year🙌🏾 I enter my 70s. 😊

[@KlassicallyKept]

70 and silver. I know it is beautiful. Thank you so much for watching !

[@babylovxx.3]

New subscriber! I love your tips, this is what all black girls need to hear!

[@KlassicallyKept]

thank you !

[@caroline9565]

Mielle rosemary oil was one of the reasons I think my hair started growing more-I use it the next day after shampoo day to oil scalp and massage my scalp. Hair mask is a must after shampooing and deep conditioning weekly. I totally agree and always keep a hair bonnet or scarf on my hair when I’m at home.

[@KlassicallyKept]

I am glad you have found something that works for you!

[@Sunshine_Hime]

Hi, I have a few questions and, if you don't mind, please answer: 1- Do you still use your DIY Ayurvedic hair growth oil (with brahmi powder, avocado and essential oils) for your scalp massages. Or do you use something else? 2- How often do you use the scalp oil and what benefits have you notice from it. 3- How much longer do you plan to grow your hair / What's your length goal?

[@KlassicallyKept]

Hello Sunshine: 1. Yes I still use the oil. I tried the Mielle Organics rosemary oil and then went back to DIY oil. 2. I use 1-2 times a week. For instance on Wednesday once or 2x Tuesday Thursday. I have noticed stronger hair, thicker hair ( the hair in my nape area is shorted than the rest of my hair) , and less shedding. 3. My goal length in the front my pelvic bone and the back right past my butt. Basically when I use foam rollers I want my hair to reach the top of my butt when curled.

[@Sunshine_Hime]

@@KlassicallyKept Thank you soo much for answering🥰

[@LadiesBlvd]

Congratulations on the interview you're getting in the comment section. 😂 Clearly, that video was a boost! I found you shortly before. That video from the shorts with that holiday skirt came through my feed.

[@KlassicallyKept]

Hello Ladies Blvd and thank you! The Bottega Skirt, yes love it !

[@9Mountains9]

I learned from moving to a colder climate that heat is only good for hair in the winter and spring but in any extremely warm climate, wash any goes are best for your hair. When I moved to New York, heat saved my hairs life.

[@KlassicallyKept]

Hello J! I wouldn't dare straighten my hair during the summer lol. I would step outside and it would be over. Not to mention my son plays football.

[@robinbroadwater2147]

@KlassicallyKept: Your hair is absolutely gorgeous, and i want mine BACK THERE, again. What is the DEAL, with so many people not knowing how to cut natural hair, now? When I was younger, the hairdresser that I had, since I was 3, could pile couch cushions in her styling chair, put me on them, after shampooing, and cut and/or style, wet or dry, whether she was straightening it, or it was being its Chaka-Khan-like natural self. And, it ALWAYS looked GOOD! Now, I haven't had a good cut, in over 20 YEARS! I've gone to salons, and even schools, where students and teachers have participated in the cuts, and it has NEVER turned out right. There have been a couple of times, when the initial comb-out seemed o.k., after what was supposed to have been a cut, or a trim, only to get home, and have my hair feel wet, for days, even with almost no humidity outside or inside. 'Even after re-washing, and attempting to dry -it would never feel dry. Having been instructed this was a sign of a bad cut, or damage caused by one, this prompted yet another cut, and more length lost. I am just frustrated. And, I wish that I knew how to cut it, myself. If ANYONE knows of someone, in SC, NC, or GA, who knows how to truly just do an all-one-length cut, identify and address any damage. if there is any, and then leave the hair the Hell alone, please share their info, Let me clarify something about the schools: I believe that the instructors may have provided good guides and guidance to folks, who did their own thing, once they were out of view -I'm pretty certain that was the case, at 2 different schools that I went to. At a 3rd, the instructors were practically nowhere to be seen, and the 1 that inspected my cut, who made a gasp, and did a lot of hurried whispering, should have stood firm, and made sure whatever she saw was corrected, before I left. Management at all of the schools were non-responsive. I didn't need a callback, but I do hope that they reviewed their cameras, for cues on how to proceed better with future clientele. I'm not trying to rag on any of these people. I just want all stylists to know that there is nothing wrong with informing a client or potential client that their hair type is unfamiliar to you, or one that you haven't done particularly well with. PRESERVE THE RELAtIONSHIP, of you ewant future business. Screw up somebody's hair, and, it's anybody's guess... I went to an appointment at 1 hair school, and 2 police cars were at the entrance, with lights flashing. It turned out that a lady's experience was so far from what she had requested that she went OFF, and the staff allegedly thought that she might be dangerous, hence the emergency call to the cops. : Can you guess her demographic? The staff wouldn't tell me which stylist she had. But, when I was seated with mine, and an instructor first said he'd been in the industry over 20 years, and had "never seen Z's" in anyone else's hair, I didn't want him instructing my stylist on my cut. He insisted on his expertise, and refused to call anyone else, then told her to pull my hair into a ponytail, and do a straight cut, across. THAT was when I learned that the client, on whom the cops had been called, had been her immediately previous client. I informed her that if she planned to follow that instructor's guidance, it would not be on my hair; I could leave, right then. I let her know the method my best stylist used, she followed that, and I ended up with a decent cut. I just don't understand what's going on in that industry, now. Like the channel hostess, my hair was mid-back length, for a long period, and I always got trims, to maintain it. However, something happened, in the industry, about 2 decades ago, and it has just been one bad cut after another, from salons and schools. My hair probably has over a dozen distinctly different lengths, from shoulder blade, to just below an ear lobe. There's no way in Hell, to make that make sense.

[@aliceg6695]

If her mother is referred to ,In the West Indies, as a coolie it means she’s part Indian … so keep that in mind too

[@truthserum4life101]

Length retention depends on how well you take care of your hair. Meaning keeping it clean, detangled & TRIMMED every 3 months. There's a so called professional named cyn doll who is very good at giving a silk press, but has no clue of how to properly care for Natural hair. She tells Bw that doing wash & goes, twist outs & air drying the hair causes damage. She has about an inch of hair & has never had long, healthy *Natural* hair. I guarantee she can't give one Receipt of her with long, healthy Natural hair. I wash a couple of times a week when I wash & go. I wear twists 1 week tops because I have zero tolerance for build 👆🏿. I trim every three months. My hair is thriving. I just made 4 yrs Natural this past November. Thanks for sharing....

[@samlewis6615]

I'm aware of her and i do believe she had/has some kind of health issue that effects her hair. With that being said I choose not follow her advice. Alot of women's hair is thriving with wash & go's alot are thriving with mini/medium/jumbo twists or similar styles with/ without weave. We have to learn our own hair and do what works best for us.

[@KlassicallyKept]

Hey Truth. Everything you are saying is correct. It sound sounds you have your hair care regimen down packed, that is half the battle! Congratulations on 4 years ! Now Ms. Cyn Doll. I am aware of her. I saw her video/short about air drying damages natural hair. For me after I saw that I didn't need to see anymore.

[@KlassicallyKept]

We certainly do! What works for me might not work for you and vice versa!

[@justbeuneik]

I've been watching Cyn Doll as well. At the end of the day, every natural knows their hair and how it operates. I made a comment the other day about separating my hair with my fingers while shampooing. And then I use a comb brush from kazmaleje during deep conditioning. She commented back, saying, "Please comb your hair. You have 4 fingers and 2 thumbs. Over time, you're going to see damage." I just replied,"will do. " No point in making a debate with a KZbinr. I know what works for my hair, so I'm not going to stress about it. I'm going to continue to do what works for me.

[@KpTheG]

@@justbeuneikmy baby sis inspired me to finger detangle… she cut her hair bald 2 years ago and it’s mid back length already. She swears by it.

[@amberrichardson6517]

I love your hair in the video! Can you share how you get your ends curled like that? Where do we find the cute headband?

[@KlassicallyKept]

Thank you ! The headband is old but it is from Express For my curls I used foam rollers, the purple ones.

[@empresscharleannalynnae8573]

My dog gets so jealous when she sees me doing scalp massage. If it were up to her i would be rubbing her every time my hands are free 😂😂

[@KlassicallyKept]

Oh goodness not the dog. You may just have to slip away to the bathroom lol. Or will he find you ????.

[@DanteVelasquez]

This notion that African hair can't grow long, and even worse that a black person with long hair must be mixed in order to achieve long hair, is based on pure ignorance. As you say, all hair grows and it grows constantly. If it isn't growing and/or is excessively shedding, this is a sign of health conditions that must be checked and addressed, not the difference between African, Asian, or European hair genes. One of the biggest contributors to this is the erroneous belief that curly and coily hair types are unmanageable and inappropriate, and should therefore be chemically altered to look like European hair to be acceptable. The widespread use of chemical relaxers has not only caused all sorts of bodily damage that we are only recently becoming more aware of, but has also kept hair in such a fragile state that it was virtually impossible to retain both length and the integrity of hair strands. Still to this day many refuse to give up relaxers because it is so ingrained in their minds that straight hair is the only acceptable way to have and wear hair. When we all learn to care for our specific hair type like you have (which is something that types 3 and 4 did not know until the last 15 years or so), and do it consistently following regimens backed by science, then we can not only retain length but maintain healthy hair that looks its best 🙂

[@GHO5tMod3]

I kept my hair braided greased up and moisturized I also took my vitamin d and e levels into consideration and that worked for my 4c hair

[@KlassicallyKept]

Simple and easy !

[@yzxr]

Love this! Definitely subscribing. I want my hair how you have it in this video. Is that a blowout? Can you do a video on how to safely do a blowout! Thanks

[@KlassicallyKept]

Thank you. This look is a combination of things lol. I blow dried my hair, then flat iron. By the time I filmed this video my edges and roots had reverted My hair was poofy and I was rolling it at night. A video for a blow out will come in December, this year I am focusing on growing out my nape area and will be doing this Chebe.

[@GirlMathAndDebt]

Thank you for this video ❤

[@KlassicallyKept]

of course

[@lovers8811]

I get so many single strand knots. I noticed I get more when i have a lot of split ends. They tend to form right above the split for me. I dont know if i should be thankfull that they form or not. But at least i know when its time for a trim when i get too many.

[@hatbarn3532]

Where are the important pressure points when massaging the scalp please. Thank you very much for sharing your knowledge and tips.

[@KlassicallyKept]

Should be right here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bJeYdaGJiKqDppo

[@justlovemusic8182]

Thanks for the tips! What are you thoughts on the keratin treatment?

[@KlassicallyKept]

Of course! I have never had one, I cannot give an opinion.

[@cathyjackson9877]

You are naturally beautiful Mya. You are classy, elegant and knowledgeable which is why I enjoy your channel.❤️❤️❤️❤️🌺🌸💕💜

[@KlassicallyKept]

Thank you Cathy! Happy New Year.

[@HoneyBrown831]

I had locs for 5 years and my hair got very long. I unraveled my locs to keep some length. my hair was very dry and very damaged. I'm learning my fine 3c-4a hairtype, it is prone to tangle and knot. Finger detangling first is a must or else my hair will be in the comb. With a careful, consistent routine, I should be able to grow my hair to waist length like my locs were.

[@KlassicallyKept]

Hello! I helped a college friend comb out her dreads for graduation. We made into a party, it was about 4 of us. I have heard other naturals say they must finger detangle first and then use a comb !

[@blueseptember2174]

How did you moisturize? My hair feels like straw

[@HoneyBrown831]

@@blueseptember2174 From the inside out, drink 8 to 10 glasses or more of water daily. Moisturize before hair has a chance to get dry. On wash day, cleanse, use a moisturizing deep conditioner, not protein based on brittle hair . Use a moisture rich leave-in conditioner, oil, and a curling creme, the loc method. Every two or three days, use a green tea mixture spray with glycerine or other diy on hair and scalp for moisture. Hope this helps.

[@blueseptember2174]

@@HoneyBrown831 thank you, that is so helpful!

[@Ebnyskin83]

I have an aztec clay mask on my scalp as we speak, mielle organics rosemary oil broke me out very bad. I will try to go back to doo gro mixed with triple grow. Im hurting so bad. Moisture, less maintenance, and consistency.

[@YourMom-jq1pr]

I got caught up in the Monistat craze