Ten Year Natural Hair Anniversary Big Chop

[@fishnchips2423]

Must admit I was shocked when I saw that you had cut your beautiful curls but afterwards when your hair was full and bouncy it looks beautiful. Happy 10 year anniversary, you have taught us so much about the natural hair and free of charge. Thank you Abena, and may God bless you for blessing us.

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

My heart is full! Thank you so very much for blessing me with your commentary, I truly appreciate it! 💕💕❤️❤️🥰🥰

[@maisie3309]

It looks amazing, thicker, fuller & beautiful.

[@maisie3309]

And you look so much younger!

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Wowza! I’m doubly blessed! Thank you so much darling! 💕💕💕💕🥰

[@melissaco-y7o]

Wow! love it! You look about 10-15 years younger. This is a great look on you.

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Awwwww girl you just blessed my spirit! Thank you so much! 💕💕💕❤️

[@votesudanusa]

She looks the exact same... THE EXACT SAME.. 🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄

[@MsEcstreet]

Your new hair rocks! Rock it Abena! Congratulations on your Big chop--it frames your face very nicely, the length is right and you look younger too! Thank you for 10 years of teaching us through your video hair-journey to embrace our natural beauty!! :)

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Awwww girl thank you so very much!!!! When I look back at all the pictures from over the years, believe it or not my hair in 2015 is my favorite. Year four happens to be my favorite year of my natural hair journey, the entire year four. It was a pleasure growing my hair to long lengths, retaining that length over the years and sharing it with all of you. Thank you for all your love and support throughout this journey. 🥰💕🥰💕🥰💕❤️❤️❤️

[@QueenBee1118]

Long or short hair, you always look amazing Abena.

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Awww thank you Sis, that means so very much to me! 💕💕💕🥰🥰

[@evanm076]

Totally agree

[@sherryberrydc7744]

Wow, that is a nice cut/shape. That looks nice on you. I wish I was located in that area to get that shape. Thank you for sharing.

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

It is such a fun cut/shape! I’m really enjoying it especially the older it gets.

[@leelee-ht4vi]

I have the same hairstyle!! Unfortunately I had a buy mine. 😒🤣🤣 Beautiful hair by the way!

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

No worries, they’re not gonna know! We are twinning sis! Love it ❤️❤️💕💕🥰

[@ltrotter636]

It's beautiful! Miss seeing you here more... hope and pray all is well in your life!

[@curlycreolechick]

This looks so beautiful 😻 I love it on you I do like the traditional Bob but this looks more fresh young and fabulous!🥰

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Awww this blessed my heart so much, thank you darling I appreciate it 💕💕💕

[@1GoldenBreeze]

It's nice to see someone besides myself who gets a great wash-n-go that lasts for a week with UFD alone. Love the new look it's gorgeous!!😍 😍 It really does frame your face and it isn't too drastic. Sometimes a little change is good. In 2014 I cut my almost TBL hair back to SL, and yes I initially hated it and wondered what in the world possessed me to do such a thing. So I understand the week of sadness. The great thing is it grows back so try to enjoy the journey.

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Amen! Thank you so much and I totally receive the encouragement. Yes I am determined to focus on the beauty of this haircut. The base length is perfect, but the choppiness is what I’m not accustomed to. For that reason I still have my moments. But I know that God is good all the time and all the time God is good. So I count it a blessing. UFD is a wonderful gel. With my longer hair I never tried styling it using UFD alone, because if it did not work out I did not have time to redo all that hair, lol 😂. At this length and in this particular shape I believe the fluffier the curls the better. Less products and less time, BLESSINGS!!!!!! 🥰💕🥰💕🥰💕

[@Shawn27ful]

Loving your big chop. Your hair is so healthy and beautiful!!!❤️

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Me too! Thank you so very much 💕💕💕🥰

[@joylynne8]

I like the present cut. Your hair looks fuller and frames your face beautifully. Really!

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

I agree and appreciate the love I have received concerning this cut. Be blessed 🥰

[@joybanks4974]

I got a curly cut today. My stylist saw your Instagram video right after your layered cut. She was careful NOT to make that mistake😊. Thanks for sharing your experience. My cut is a shoulder length tapered bob. Love it!

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

As I mentioned on numerous occasions since this occurred, I believe it happened for a reason and I always knew some good can come of it. I’m thankful to be instrumental in your having received the outcome you were looking for. Blessings 💕❤️💕❤️🥰

[@Leah_Tewari]

I absolutely LOVE THIS CUT! And your curls are GORGEOUS! This is exactly how I want my hair to be cut!!!

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Awesome! Go for it and enjoy 😘💕🥰

[@NaturallyReflected]

Very nice video. It is way different from the inspo pic. I'm hoping it grows out to what you originally wanted. I understand when folks say but "it's cute" while it is cute, it is not what you envisioned. Happy growing. 😊

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Awww thank you darling 🥰 I’m actually happy with this outcome. As I mentioned in the video it’s something I never would’ve asked for, so I never would have experienced this on my own. It gives me an opportunity to experience something I would not have otherwise. I’m enjoying it now and will continue to enjoy it until it grows out.

[@ashkeniasims1840]

LOVE IT!!! SHE DID A GREAT JOB WITH YOUR HAIR & U LOOK AMAZING! 🥰🥰🥰🥰 Thanks for sharing! 😍❤️

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Yes she did! I am grateful. Thank you so much! 💕💕💕🥰🥰

[@MsRouge2000]

Your new cut is beautiful!! I can’t wait to watch how it grows out.

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Thank you darling I’ll just take it one day at a time, lol 🥰💕🥰💕🥰💕

[@authenticme81]

Abena! Your hair is GORGEOUS!!! So much bounce and style and of course it's just always beautiful! I cut my hair armpit 3c/4a hair into a tapered bob back in March and it was the best thing I could have done but at the time it was pretty traumatic lol. Probably because I was just growing it out to see how long I could go not once realizing it had lost all shape and had become a chore to do. But once the cut "settled" and I saw how actually flattering it was, my whole outlook changed! Now it's grown out a bit but I LOVE the tapered bob shape . My hair now is pretty easy to care for and looks like it has a style yet not too short. LOVE the new look on you ❤️

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Aww thank you so much 💕💕💕 Love it, love it, love it! For the most part what I do all day long is give people curly hair cuts into a nice shape. It is a beautiful thing to do and witness and be a part of. May you continue to enjoy your beautiful hair in its lovely shape.

[@kimmcfadden7679]

Even though I'm not a professional stylist I have done cuts on my hair and other people's hair and from what I can tell the stylist did, she took liberty in interpreting that cut the way she wanted to do it because she cut a lot off the top (not like your original cut) and she could have made your layers longer but I think the problem is when you get other people cutting your hair sometimes they just do what they want to do anyway. If she had done the exact cut I think your hair would have looked much thicker like it did in the original picture from 5 years ago. I've asked for a minor trim before and walked out of the salon with a shag! It's like you're giving them good money to do what you have in mind but they're going to do what they want to do anyway. She saw your vision but she still did what she wanted to do. I would not go back to her for another cut because she doesn't take instructions well.

[@ReigningWomban]

Bingo!

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

I love how your comments have caused me to reflect upon this situation with new eyes! My experience with her over the past year, which was 4 times ( 3 trims and 1 major cut) has been such that she would check with me at every point when she wanted to make sure it was the right length to cut off. This major cut was the very first time we did not see eye to eye overall. It makes me wonder if I had elected to just describe how I wanted the hair to fall, piece by piece, perhaps I would have gotten closer to the full shape I wanted. Perhaps, because I provided a visual representation lead to misinterpretation. Because with the previous experiences, she did take my instructions very well. It is a lesson learned. And I appreciate this new revelation. Thank you so much! 🥰💕🥰💕🥰💕 BTW, since we are engaging in human interaction when getting our hair done, having an understanding of how well our communication is received makes a huge difference. Some people work well with visuals, and some work well with verbal instruction and hand gestures (respectfully of course) 🥰

[@123456711751]

It is nice to see that even stylist do not get the cut that they envision or wanted. That is why I cut my own hair because I know what I want my hair to look like!!!! I am sure I would have stopped her if I was not getting what I asked for!

[@123456711751]

If your hair grows back fast a hair cut that you are not in love with is no big deal, but it is the slower your hair grows! It has taken me 2 years to grow out my undercut!

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Thank you so much for sharing your experience. Though it was not a pleasant experience for me to be disappointed I am thankful I went through this for several reasons. 1. I trust and believe things happen for a reason. And that some good can always come out of it. 2. It is important to me to know the truth rather than assume. Because I kept an open mind and my heart was open I could receive revelation the cut was intentional to give me volume. A week later I was able to clarify with my stylist what her vision for my haircut was. it was exactly like the revelation I received. It is realistic for her to interpret the five day old Wash N’ Go on me in 2015 was a layered cut based on the image quality I provided her. 3. Because this is the industry I work in I feel more responsible to find ways we can improve upon the process to ensure we can better receive the outcomes we desire when it is plausible. 4. Working with another individual is an opportunity to create harmony. Harmonious relationships are valuable. I have a harmonious relationship with my stylist and I wish that for everyone of us. A harmonious relationship does not exempt us from misinterpretation or misunderstandings they happen in some of the most harmonious relationships. 5. I encourage everyone to examine the work/portfolio of the professional stylist they are considering to confirm they actually perform the work you are looking to have done on your hair, according to your standards of beauty. And it is reasonable to ask pertinent questions to make sure the two of you can develop a harmonious working relationship of trust and respect. These are some of the ideas I shared via live broadcasts on Instagram (replay of the recordings are still available on my Instagram page) over the course of the week that my hair was cut into this new shape.

[@ReigningWomban]

@@EmbraceNaturalBeauty ahhh! Okay. I understand taking on this perspective! 👏🏾👏🏾

[@judis9184]

Wow! That would’ve been a challenge for me! I love the end results though. The body and movement is everything! Love the cut your honesty, feelings and emotions while you were having it done. Thx for sharing Abena. 😊👍🏽

[@plebron8534]

I love the cut.

[@cmw1336]

I actually like the cut you ended up with way more than your inspiration cut from 2015. It really is very flattering on you. The other cut w/out the layers looked much heavier around your face.

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Awesome! I was thinking the same thing! I will always have an opportunity to get that shape from 2015 again and I would love to compare the difference between the two once I do grow it out to the original hair inspiration shape. Thank you darling 💕💕💕

[@leeleeirv1270]

Beautiful layer hair

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Thank you so much 💕💕💕

[@aureiabutler324]

Hello What are your favorite shampoos and deep conditioners?

[@reginava02]

I love your,new , haircut it really looks great on you. To be honest, I prefer that haircut versus the when you want it.

[@cccccccoletta]

Wow. U look great!

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Thank you so much 🥰💕🥰💕🥰💕

[@efhawkins19]

You were right. I’m thinking she has cut that hair. Thanks for showing your new cut. I’ll enjoy your new journey with this new cut. Thank you.

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Aww thank you so much, it’s a pleasure sharing this journey with you Sis. Be blessed 💕💕💕

[@ldunn2]

You look gorgeous!

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Thank you darling 💕💕💕

[@TheNailSpecialist]

Oooh it looks lovely

[@twirlyfish2144]

Looks great!

[@LoveTJSykes]

Girl, I WAS thinking this was an old video! Your hair is lovely just the same. I considered doing the same with mine.

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

That’s why I said it up front, lol. For years you’ve all been able to tell how old a video of mine is based on the length of my hair, lol 😂 it’s a new journey and I’m enjoying it I’m sure you will as well. Blessings to you sis! 💕💕💕

[@ReigningWomban]

I’m new to your channel, so all I saw before your explanation, was a beautiful woman with a beautiful head of hair! The cut looks really good on you! 🌺

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Awww thank you for coming on over. It’s a pleasure to make your acquaintance. 🥰

[@missstar3637]

I am late in seeing your new cut, but I love how the layers frame your face. I think it looks much fresher than the longer hairstyle. It is shorter than your 2015 hairstyle but in a few months, this cut should look closer to your previous photo. Both are fantastic!

[@cassondraw8368]

Love It! 😍

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Thank you darling me too! 💕💕😘

[@janise327]

Beautiful cut!!!

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Thank you darling 💕💕💕

[@angelicapugh483]

You lookin good sis!

[@solaica1]

Thank you for sharing

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Thank you darling 💕💕💕

[@DesireeGray1206]

Love your hair 😍😍😍

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Thank you darling 💕💕💕

[@todo8328]

I MISS YOU!!! Hello. Nice hair.

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Awww bless you darling! Thank you 💕💕💕

[@Trayrb66]

Do you still use Adwoa shampoo and conditioner?

[@evebowman4375]

I been a huge follower since day one you look amazing!

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

awwww thank you so much darling! 🥰💕🥰💕🥰💕🥰💕

[@emeth1455]

Yes, it does look amazing. I recently had my hair cut, but it turned out so bad. It was blowed dried when she cut it because she said she needed to see where the single strand knots were. Right in the middle of my hair, it is cut so short. and the sides of it were left long. It is uneven all around. I have not been able to find a stylist that can cut my hair right. Your hair is so full and beautiful.

[@angelreney3662]

I'm so sorry😪 that happened to you and I hope you can find someone to fix it.

[@emeth1455]

@@angelreney3662 Thank you I am still looking after almost 2 years of growing my hair after a big chop from brain surgery and growing it back 12 inches she goes and messes it up.

[@jasoniag]

@@emeth1455 how frustrating! Wishing you a full recovery, both health and hair

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

My dear I am also sorry to hear of what happened to you. These experiences happen way too often. It is my hope that now since there are more natural hair specialist who focus on cutting the hair in its natural state while it’s curly, that you would find someone nearby who is capable of providing the service that you deserve. I encourage everyone to review the stylists work prior to scheduling an appointment to see if what they are doing is in line with what you want for yourself. If they are presenting their work via social media it’s a wonderful way to see what they’re focused on most often. Blessings of grace and peace during your continued recovery. ❤️💕🥰

[@emeth1455]

@@EmbraceNaturalBeauty I viewed her work. She does my neighbor and friend's hair. That is why I allowed her to do my hair. I am a retired hairstylist, so I know hair. This was the second time that she trimmed my hair, but this time she screwed it up bad. My friend's hair looks great every time she does it. I thought that I could trust her with my hair. I don't allow just anyone to touch my hair.

[@TJ-kf6by]

You look beautiful!

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Aww thank you so much 💕💕💕

[@moniquep2760]

Firstly your hair looks amazing, super full and healthy! But secondly I’m really sorry that your cut didn’t go as planned especially since your inspiration pic was your own hair. I know how frustrating and even low-key heart breaking that can be. But thank you so much for sharing this because your positivity will absolutely help someone who’s in a similar situation.

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Thank you luv! It is my hearts desire to always find the good that can come out of any uncomfortable or painful situation. I was blessed with this opportunity in order to be a blessing to others. I am confident that I have plenty of opportunity to obtain the hairstyle I initially was seeking. In addition to that hairstyle I get to enjoy the one I have now. I’m doubly blessed 😁. 💕💕❤️❤️🥰🥰

[@Shawn-xr8bq]

I have been following you for a long time. I loved the way Vicencio cut your hair. I am not sure if that's how you spell his name. I remember you did not initially like the cut and some followers said why did he cut so much. He did a well done precise edgey cut. You also said you would not let anyone but Vicencio cut your hair. I searched for the video but could not find it.

[@oneflowerlover]

Your hair in the inspiration picture was longer. Seems like long layers would have been more in line with what you were going for. Nevertheless, your hair is beautiful and the cut definitely makes you look younger. I immediately thought this was an old video.

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Awww thank you! I feel younger just reading these lovely comments. It’s a beautiful cut and I’m appreciating all the wonderful things about it. Thank you darling 💕💕💕

[@Prophetessgwb]

Your hair is beautiful. I know what you mean since I am mostly gray I am tapered and growing in out a little on the sides

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Thank you darling! Blessings to you during your grow out process 😘

[@WhatsUporDown]

We need an update! How are things ?

[@belindabillingsley1719]

Looking at the before/after; the after gives you a total different look; Sassy Albena👍😁

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Yep, It is so different for me. Thank you darling 🥰💕🥰💕🥰💕

[@pualenaisz4403]

It's very becoming to you!❤ It! Are you going to keep this shape as it grows?

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Thank you so much! I intend to keep the shape as it grows until it is necessary to make adjustments. I am not focused on growing my hair long for a while just enjoying this shape.

[@breewadley2284]

GORGEOUS!! Tho i understand its not exactly what u wanted but change is good and it frames ur face beautifully!!..i got the same cut and im taking advantage of the "shortness" cause itll be back down to our butts tomoro!..I LOVE THIS FOR U...."FOR US"..Lols

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

It worked out in my favor and I’m grateful! Thank you darling! Blessings to you on your new cut as well 💕💕💕

[@Love-yg9ii]

Hi I went to your website and it wasn’t there

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

are you referring to my Embrace natural beauty website?

[@Love-yg9ii]

@@EmbraceNaturalBeauty yes the one that talks about how to moisturize low porosity hair

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

My teaching website is down for restructuring of the content. When it’s available I will be sure to announce it. Thank you for your interest 🥰

[@traiemaescott7073]

It looks very becoming on you😍

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Thank you so very much 💕💕💕

[@shirlee237]

Y can't u live in Texas and do my hair?

[@jahmeshacoffie1606]

I miss you!

[@TheMiss600]

Hi Abena Have you got an email address where I can arrange a consultation and for you to do my hair? I'll be visiting from abroad.

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Please schedule appointments via my website provided in the description box above 👆 😊

[@TheMiss600]

@@EmbraceNaturalBeauty The main website seems to be down but I've figured out how to book you on Instagram. See you soon!

[@DK-qj7cr]

TFS…imagine how much product you are saving 😱

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

Thank you so much and I am definitely saving on products and time! 🥰💕🥰💕🥰💕

[@ReigningWomban]

I don’t think I will ever get my hair cut or trimmed on my curly hair again. Unless, I want a curly pixie cut. 🌺

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

It is my hope that we would learn from our experiences and not be afraid of seeking better elsewhere if necessary. Because I keep an open mind and an open heart concerning these matters I seek to find the truth at every angle. Even through today I’m still receiving revelation concerning how this came to be. This mishap is totally a blessing in disguise. It is my hope and prayer that I would be used to shed light on some things that may benefit us going forward as it relates to a professional hair salon experience. 🥰❤️🥰💕🥰❤️🥰💕

[@ms.kk.a.ybrown3755]

2015 longer layers

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

2015 was my favorite year for my natural hair 🥰

[@anasufitchi829]

Suggestion: check out no sulfates fast hair growth shampoo.

[@imankamara2766]

I hope you donate your hair to China to make Human hair kinky curly weave or wig. So the we black people do not have to sell our houses to buy human hair that looks exactly like our own. The other races do it and they do even wear lots of wigs and weaves like we do. We are happy to wear a white man and indian hair but we do not want our own black people to wear our own hair.

[@votesudanusa]

I'd be annoyed if I were the stylist. I don't think you need to tell us how a stylist needs to or should do a haircut. Any professional stylist doesn't need direction. Also, we know this is a time lapsed video 📸📷📸📷. Geez. You can TALK... That's for certain

[@EmbraceNaturalBeauty]

It's good to hear from the folks who thumbs down the video. I have nothing but love in my heart. Be well!

[@DK-qj7cr]

@@EmbraceNaturalBeauty 🙏🏽🙏🏽☝🏽☝🏽

[@glencora6340]

A client has every right to instruct a stylist on how to cut their hair! 🤬

[@votesudanusa]

@@glencora6340 DUH... The point is clients who feel insecure direct clients because they don't trust them. I never need to tell my EXPERIENCED PROFESSIONAL stylist anything. She's understands her profession. Ultimately it aup to the client but any good stylist needs little "direction". This woman, yes. She's probably fall asleep during the process and seems a little slllloooooooowwwww or special needs

[@glencora6340]

@@votesudanusa I direct my stylist from start to finish, regardless of their level of expertise.