Straightening My Natural Hair For The 1st Time After 8 Years!

[@amytarie.]

Feel free to leave video suggestions 😇 Thanks for watching ! 💕

[@breanawing1742]

For a more silky look because your hair is really thick try deep conditioning before to get it as soft as possible. When you blow dry try to get it as straight as possible and use a brush to make sure it’s blowed out enough. When you flat iron because you have so much hair flat iron it in smaller sections.

[@amytarie.]

Okay thanks, I'll be sure to do that nxt time 👍🏾

[@solena-jade168]

my hair isn’t even past ear length yet but you really are giving me hope that i can grow it…. it’s been this length for almost 4 yrs now… and i think i’m starting to see some growth…. your videos have helped me a lot… i’m going to binge watch it again and take in some tips for my own hair growth journey, thx so much

[@amytarie.]

Aww yes bae, ofc you can grow it! 🏆omg I'm so glad the vids are helping you out! That makes me happy!😇 Watch all the vids as many times as you want / need. Just remember the point is to retain as much hair as possible! You got this girl 🩵

[@weirdmyst7963]

Put it in braids for like 2 months and oil it and massage it whenever you're watching a long video. Do it for about 4 braid styles or until you really miss your hair

[@chipochuula8280]

Your hair is so full and healthy. Definitely my inspo on my hair journey currently at bra strap aiming for waist length. Keep going sis❤

[@amytarie.]

Aww bless you , that's so sweet 🥹💞 Yes keep going you can do it !

[@michellemartinez7999]

Olive oil silk elements heat protectant and a good flat iron 👌🏽

[@amytarie.]

Ooouu okay, lemme check that out, thanks !

[@Crystal_curls85]

You did a great job. You can braid it or twist it and take it out which would be beautiful, Bantu knots and take out, sock curl and take out and wrap it and keep it straight. You have so many things you can do. Anything would be great.

[@amytarie.]

Thank you sm & thanks for the style tips ! 🥹 🫶🏾

[@Queenofanime26]

Your hair is so long. Your hair looks great. 😊

[@amytarie.]

Aw thank you love 🥹💕 took years of dedication & discipline ! Bless you

[@SharatiaBanks]

the fact you did this without pre sectioning allllllllllll that hair is amazing. I have to wash and do my hair in twist/sections cause the tangles babyyyy I just cant

[@amytarie.]

I thought by me splitting it into 2 & then taking small sections was pre sectioning ? Haha if not then oh I didn't know what I was doing tbh lol 😂 & my hair gets super tangly if I leave it to dry in it's curly state even when twisted! But i love that you can do that 😇 also thank you sm for watching I appreciate it!

[@thefleming7950]

I always snip off my natural hair; or have a lot of shedding, after braids. I think I am gonna give it a rest. Braids are just too heavy for my hair, and literally pulls it out of the roots. Your natural hair is beautiful. I don't let anyone tell me when to or not to cut my hair. I don't believe what everyone says. I just cut when I see damage, or when I want a trim. A lot of cutting is not necessary, and defeats the purpose. Plus, you know, there are the haters who cut out of jealousy.

[@amytarie.]

Yeah that can happen sometimes, so I've recently started to just wear braids with my only my own hair. Thank you 🥰 & yeah I had to stop listening to ppl saying when to cut etc. & yes, there really is smh

[@tangeeo]

I would say it’s the heat protector you use is what helps to get that “ bone straight “ I do love using that heat protector but it is not heavy enough so you would have to find another heat protector to go along with it. A more heavier one like a serum. You want to put in when your hair is wet before you blow dry. And try to not dry your hair too much after washing it because you want to also seal in that moisture when you blow dry it. Just a tip for whenever the next time you decide to straighten your hair again. Products is always key 😉 ~ stylist here 🙋‍♀️

[@amytarie.]

Yes, you're right ! I'm gonna use a heavier / better one nxt time. & okay I'll make sure to apply those tips! Ahh thank you sm ☺ that was v kind of you 🫶🏾 & thanks for watching! I appreciate you sm!

[@Danny_reyes2]

This should have a million views for sure, absolutely gorgeous ♥

[@amytarie.]

Thank you 🤞🏾🥹 bless you !

[@nonenone3624]

I would use Revair to avoid high heat during blow dry process. I just started using revair 2months ago & my hair looks alot like yours when done blow drying. I got the Grip Comb and a new titanium flat iron from Deeper Than Hair but still working the nerve up to use flat iron. I went to a natural hair salon 4yrs ago where they used a flat iron & prior to that i hadnt used any heat for 4yrs. I was natural all my life until 10th grade & then went back natural for past 10yrs. 🎉

[@amytarie.]

Oh wow nice! Okay, another comment just mentioned the grip comb, so I'll look into that. Thanks for the feedback :)

[@wlovelex]

I think it’s giving waist length, maybe even longer ! Your hair is sooo thick and full 😍

[@amytarie.]

Yay! 👏🏾 🤸‍♀ Okay nice, now on to hip length lol & thank you 💕

[@shareeminor9125]

Precious! I love that your hair is bigger than you are. My hair will be so obnoxious once I decide to rest from mini braids😊

[@amytarie.]

Haha yes, it is v big ☺ thank you ! & yes, I'm just knowing your hair will be amazing ! ✨

[@dolledupdeja]

your hair is hair goals! 😍 i pray when i do my silk press next month it’s your length. the only suggestion i would have for a more straightened silk press is making sure you blow dry to the point that you hair is as “straight” as it can possibly get, then go in with the straightener. it’ll be less work during the flat ironing process. i would also suggest a small dime size amount of a silk serum on each section! you can find them for an affordable price. i use the silk elements like from sally beauty for my silk process routine.

[@amytarie.]

Got you, okay thanks for the feed back ! 🫱🏾‍🫲🏼 & aww bless you 🥹🩵 I hope your hair flourishes ! I’m just knowing it’s amazing

[@TwilightUniboo]

I just made it to 11 years right before christmas and I've been thinking about straightening it!

[@amytarie.]

Omg that’s amazing ! Congrats🥳 🍾

[@miriamthegoddess]

LOOK HOW BEAUTIFUL AND LONG YOUR HAIR IS AHHH!!! What a queen! I’m screaming over this growth🫶🏽🤍

[@amytarie.]

Aw thank you Miri! 🥹🥰 thanks for watching & commenting! Haha girl me too! All those months of us taking pics down fairfax w/ my 3 month old twists 😭 while we was workin' she was growin' !

[@emilyavery5970]

You did a great job. You need to use your blow dryer with a blowdrying round brush. Your hair is very thick (and healthy!) and you need something that’s going to separate your strands. The secret to a great silk press is the blow out process. Good luck! 👍

[@amytarie.]

Okay will do ! Thank you for the feedback & thanks for watching ! ☺️

[@ReggieMaya96]

I would say do a little more heat protectant before the blow dry and work longer to straighten it through the blow dry. The blow dry is a THE base. Personally I blow dry on low heat low speed to dry it then briefly on high speed medium heat to really knock the curl out. Then you put a little less heat protectant on or none at all before straightening. And I straighten my hair on 370 and I have areas that are 3b/c and 4a. Also comb your hair in its small section to make sure you don’t have any tangles right before you add the flat iron THEN start the chase method and go a slow. Not leaving it in one section too long but take your time. Don’t rush. It takes me around 2 hours from blow dry to completion. Sometimes I trim my straight hair as I go then I do an over all trim at the very end

[@amytarie.]

Oh okay, thank you for these tips. I'll apply them next time ! :)

[@beelemonous]

your hair is so beautiful in its natural state and straightened. during the straightening process I like to use a bristle brush because it smooths the strands a lot more than using a comb.

[@amytarie.]

Aww thank you sm ! 🥹💜 Okay, I’ll be sure to do that nxt time. Thanks for the advice!

[@justbeuneik]

Beautiful results. 💕 If you want to go with this bone-straight look, the product and blow-drying technique is key. I've been using the Revair for a year now, and it is amazing. I make sure not to blow dryer my hair super dry because I want the moisture to stay in my hair. I blow dry on high heat for the product to penetrate the hair and then blast with cool air when it's almost dry to lock in the moisture. I do this prior to adding heat protectant on wet hair. For the straightening process, I use the Tymo Ring Hot Comb. The highest setting is 415° which is enough to get my hair straightened. I do 2 passes at the roots and 1 pass for the rest of my hair.

[@amytarie.]

Omg this is so helpful , thank you! I’m here making vids but yall giving ME the advice 😂 I was like listen, idk what I’m doing ya’ll but I tried

[@justbeuneik]

@amytarie. you're welcome. 😊 I'm glad to help.

[@Kmishelle]

Your hair is beautiful! 😍 The longest I've went without straightening was 4 years and I may need to do that again because my hair was waaaay healthier and thicker before I started experimenting with flat irons. Now I have heat damage that I need to grow out 😂

[@amytarie.]

Thank you 🥰 4yrs is a long time! wow! & oh no wait .. not the current heat damage 😩 yes, grow it out! You can do it !

[@IndigooceanOrg]

Merry Christmas, lil sis.🎄Thanks for showing us your amazing hair care. I think the trick with the spray heat protectant when you intend to flat iron is to use the water based spray before you blow dry. Then if you decide to do another between the blow dryer and flat iron (which I do) use a serum without water in it so you don't lose any of the blow dried straightness. You had to use more heat and passes with your flat iron because your hair wasn't that straight when you started. An oldy but a goody is Chi Silk Infusion. There are lots that are water-free that are good though. Enjoy your holiday hair!

[@esthertjones]

I agree, heat protectant before the blowdry seems to work best. 👍🏼

[@amytarie.]

Merry Christmas sis! 🎄🎁🥰 Thanks for watching my hair care! Oh wow that actually makes sm sense ! 🤔😧 thank you for pointing that out to me ! I will apply those tips nxt time I fry her down haha

[@rebeccanakanyike]

what you did is great, you will damage your hair if you use a lot of heat, girl I love your hair

[@amytarie.]

Thank you ! 🤎

[@babygirlbrown6354]

If you aren’t using heat - you can trim every six months to once a year.

[@amytarie.]

Sweet , thanks ! 🍬

[@Journeylivin]

I recommend getting a titanium plated flat iron. Also you want to get a leave in, heat protectant, and serum. I use the bed head ego boost, Silk elements olive heat protection spray, and paul mitchell skinney serum ( cheaper dupe - Frizz Be Gone super smoothing anti frizz hair serum). Apply those three products to the hair while wet. Blow dry as straight as possible and flat iron thin sections.

[@amytarie.]

Okay I will do that nxt time & see how my results turn out. Thank you for that advice ! 😌🧴

[@littleleah310]

My hair grew longer personally from trimming 😂

[@amytarie.]

Your hair doesn't grow longer from trimming. Your hair grows longer just because you're alive 🩷 You probably retained a lot of the length that your hair grew AS you were consistently trimming ( which is okay, it's not bad at all - just someone's personal preference ) So it can seem like trims help w/ growth but really it just maintains healthy ends 😌

[@littleleah310]

​@@amytarie.Oh ok 😋 tysm 💗

[@moniquew3603]

My hair grows faster and longer after a really good trim.

[@amytarie.]

@@moniquew3603 Lovely 🫱🏾‍🫲🏼

[@josettebassett3734]

That don't look like 4C hair. It's not that tight.

[@Entertain_Mehhh]

Yes I agree, with your trimming schedule I usually clip my ends once a year unless I need an extra trim. This year I didn’t have much split ends but I had some knots so I took off like 2 inches but it’s still super long. I wear a blunt cut cuz I wear my hair curly most the year. But your hair is beautiful! It took me 4 hours to wash, deep condition, blow dry and straighten mine! 😂😂😂😂😂😂 your so funny, let me gone and subscribe! I think for a silkier press you should shampoo 2 to 3 times, deep condition with protein for like 30 mins, apply a dime size amount of heat protection, then blow dry it in small sections to get it as straight as you can and then add add a tiny bit more heat protection then straighten it in smaller sections, comb each section before trying the chase method. I use the tymo hair straightening comb (the new hot comb with a guard on it) and it gets my hair very straight. I got over my roots twice then down the length of my hair once and slowly. And I use it on 410 degrees

[@amytarie.]

Haha yes mam' come on into the party! We've been expecting you! 🥳 Ugh I want a blunt cut 😩 I like things even, just scared to take off more hair lol. Def in need of another protein treatment bad. Okay, okay I'll try those tips nxt time I straighten it. Thank you for the feed back! 🫶🏾

[@Entertain_Mehhh]

@@amytarie. your welcome! 💚💚💚💚 yes with a blunt cut you take more hair off in the beginning but it has its perks while it grows back. It’s also easier to grow out one length of hair instead of layers. But I think it’s worth it

[@Mskyraelise]

Your blow dry has to be much straighter to get bone straight hair. Also you had product in your hair which prevents it from getting bone straight AND makes it take longer to blow dry. Your hair is gorgeous ❤️

[@amytarie.]

Yeah.. I def did not understand the assignment 🤦🏾‍♀️ but thanks for all the feedback back. I’ll do it again with these tips for better results 🤞🏾🥹

[@quinnitaroberson4883]

Your hair is gorgeous. Love your videos.👍🏼

[@amytarie.]

Thank you sm ! 🥰🧡

[@ShannyH]

Try to blow it out a little straighter. I have a revlon blowout round brush and it definitely cut my blow dry time in half or try the paddle brush version. It’ll take the work from you having to find a method and the tools will do the work for you! Good luck babe 🥰

[@amytarie.]

Yeah I realized that I should've sprayed the heat protectant on before blow drying not after lol but thank you ! Will do nxt time 😇

[@micaella2294]

You have beautiful hair 😍. I love how thick it is !

[@amytarie.]

Thank you 🥹 She's come a long way !

[@esthertjones]

Your hair is so pretty! Great job!!

[@amytarie.]

Thank you sm ! 🥹💕

[@zakiyawiltz]

Wowww see I’m trying to get my hair this long bc your hair looks beautiful babes 😍😍😍😍😍

[@amytarie.]

Aw you def can do it ! 🥰 & thank you 🩷

[@wlovelex]

okay but that braid out was about to come out bomb 😆

[@amytarie.]

Haha IKR?! I was thinking that as I was unbraiding 😁

[@wangel-cf2nb]

CUTE LOVE IT!!!

[@amytarie.]

Thank you sm ! 🥹🩵

[@kenleung7467]

You can trying roller brush to stretch your hair making sure stretch really well,trying using bristle brush for chase method will lot smoother.

[@amytarie.]

Okay I will. Thanks for the tip! 🫱🏾‍🫲🏼😌

[@kenleung7467]

@@amytarie. good blowout makes good silky straight hair.

[@ericasinclair3998]

Luscious hair

[@amytarie.]

Thank you! ☺️🩶

[@nonenone3624]

Theres a sis that created something called the Grip Comb. I just bought mine with a holiday special a few weeks ago. It attaches to the flat iron for ease & simplicity to accomplish the chase method❤

[@amytarie.]

Oh nice! Lemme go search that up for nxt time. Thank you 🫱🏾‍🫲🏼😌

[@CH-bi8tl]

Haven't straighten my hair since going natural back in 2018. If i want straight hair, it's going to be a wig. My hair is medium density and fine strands. My hair always hated heat so i just won't risk it.

[@amytarie.]

I feel you. Sometimes it's not worth it. 🔥🚫

[@DaHoneyDoll97]

Your hair is truly beautiful 😍, I can’t wait for my hair to get that long …pray for me sis 😂🙏

[@amytarie.]

Thank you ! You got this! 🩷

[@nardiareid]

The left side look straighter to me. Nice hair!

[@amytarie.]

Right? Yeah it do ... oh well 😂 I'll try to do better nxt time. Thanks for watching !

[@Hairbytyra.s]

Get a round brush blow drier. Use it before and after flat ironing and go easy on the heat protectant

[@amytarie.]

Yeah I sprayed way too much 🤦🏾‍♀️ okay thank you! I’ll do that! 👍🏾

[@MISSYONAA]

Deep conditioning before game changer, smaller sections

[@amytarie.]

Thanks ! :)

[@Ashantashyrece]

I love your personality and the quality of this video. I'm currently restarting my natural hair journey again and would like any tips that you may have for hair growth and retention.

[@amytarie.]

MY IG INTERNET FRIEND 🤗 * gives hug * 🫂 HI! Happy New Years! 🥳 Okay so my most popular vids are the ones for hair growth / length retention. Watch those cause it's a lot to type out. Main point to all of them however, is to just leave your hair alone ( more details in the vids. ) Thanks for stopping by friend! Hope all is well with you 💖

[@amberwilliams924]

Use the Chi protecting spray before blow drying and straightning. I just straightened my hair a couple of days ago for the first time and it was so silky!

[@amberwilliams924]

And I used my flat iron at 430

[@amytarie.]

Omg everyone keeps saying I should’ve used that BEFORE blow drying ! I’m so sad I didn’t know ! 😭 k imma do that nxt time !

[@Keana43]

Very pretty hair❤

[@amytarie.]

Thank you ! 🤞🏾🥹💕

[@LuxurCr3Tv]

If u use a bristle brush instead of the comb u get a more bone straight look bc u got thick hair like me so a regular comb flat on pass through ain’t gone be enough. Yo could have trimmed a lil more but got damn it’s definitely giving lower back sis

[@amytarie.]

Okay yeah I'll do that nxt time! Thank you for the advice :)

[@LuxurCr3Tv]

@@amytarie. of course

[@BionAvastar3000]

You need a better blowdry process. If you can, get the revair! If not, make sure you blow dry the hair a straight as possible, then when you flatiron, you shouldn't need to go above 400F. But beautiful results anyway. Long, healthy, and thick is all that matters.

[@amytarie.]

I think you're right! Okay thank you! I'll do that nxt time & make an updated vid. 🫱🏾‍🫲🏼 I appreciate your feed back & thanks for watching! 😌

[@kashanamendez]

15 years

[@amytarie.]

WOW! That’s impressive ! 😧👏🏾

[@lisahamilton9105]

The longest I have strength my hair was two years.

[@amytarie.]

Wow that’s pretty good !!

[@etherealsierra]

YOU LOOK SO GOOD OMG 😍😍😍😍💕💕💕💕🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@amytarie.]

Thanks SiSi 🥹💕 I appreciate you

[@breebree17]

Try the chase method using a brush instead of a comb

[@amytarie.]

Aye Aye captain 🫡

[@itsteatime6805]

Hello, I think the problem are the products you used. Normally you should clarify your hair, then use a smoothing deep conditionner, something with keratin and hydrolized wheat protein to smooth and protect fro, the protein loss that causes breakage and heat damage during straightening. Also just use a blow dry cream like that chi silk infusion, tressemmé spray or other. No oil or cream. After straightening it you can put any oil you want focusing on the ends as your ends will rub on clothes etc. It will help reduce split ends.

[@amytarie.]

Okay thank you 🫱🏾‍🫲🏼

[@wlovelex]

I definitely cut my real hair before when taking out a protective style and to this day it’s still shorter that the rest of my hair 😅🤷🏾‍♀️

[@amytarie.]

GIRL SMH !! I'm like how ?! It's the 3rd time I've ever done this. Now I have 3 spots on my head with hair that's like 4-6inches long 🤣😩 oh the pain

[@LuxurCr3Tv]

Even though I grow chop shave off re grow back my hair I haven’t straightened it since 2015 either 😮. And I think I trimmed my hair once this year after I shaved it off in Feb to that trim was literally A few days ago. I’m in my growing it out process no more big chops bc ur length is goals longest I had was shoulder length then I got ✂️ happy for a few years 😂😂😂 never again. I’ll take the long wash days then the short process I miss my hair 🤦🏾‍♀️

[@amytarie.]

Haha I've def been ✂happy before lol but omg your hair journey sounds amazing ! Aw, I'm honored to be your hair goals 🥰 Happy growing sis!

[@LuxurCr3Tv]

@@amytarie. thank u

[@jalishiaellis]

What do you use for deep conditioning? I’ve been trying to find one with good ingredients

[@amytarie.]

Most often than not I use deep conditioners from the “ Shea Moisture “ hair care line

[@jalenm.7256]

try rollers for somebody and sleekness!

[@amytarie.]

Roger that 🫡 Thank you !

[@SafeRn]

Invest in a revair to lessen the blow drying part!

[@amytarie.]

Roger that ! 🫡 Thank you !

[@aanshi247]

Natural for 10 years. Only does blow dry. Haven't straightened my hair ever as a natural hair woman

[@amytarie.]

Wow that's amazing ! 😃

[@etherealsierra]

INCHES 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@amytarie.]

Is it giving ? Haha I need MORE! 🤣 wait till the end of 2024!

[@beeharris1532]

Waist length 🎉

[@amytarie.]

Hurray!!! 🤸🏾‍♀

[@on1y_zz]

Random question: What’s ur fav hair oil? Ur hair is super long and I want to get in in the secret lol Edit: oh wow I was first!!

[@amytarie.]

Thanks for watching & congrats on 1st comment ! 🥳 My fav Oils are - Amla Oil, & Castor Oil. The secret to long hair is length retention! The longer you can leave your hair alone, the longer it can grow ! 🫱🏾‍🫲🏼

[@on1y_zz]

@@amytarie. I have a castor and jojoba oil blend but it doesn’t moisturize my hair for very long. Also I applied it too often and suffocated my pores 😅. Now I know to apply less often now lol

[@amytarie.]

@@on1y_zz Ahh yes, be careful not to overload your curls !