THE 8 WEEKS PROTECTIVE STYLE THAT ALMOST RUINED MY TAILBONE LENGTH NATURAL HAIR | Obaa Yaa Jones

In today's video, I'm showing you how I'm taking down my protective style and the struggles I faced, that led to me almost ruining my tailbone length natural hair.
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[@ObaaYaaJones]

Happy Sunday to you🤎 I wish you a beautiful start for the week ✨️✨️

[@memefaison6007]

Thank you for sharing! I'm sorry that happened to you! Your hair is beautiful! This is part of the reason that I, personally, desire locs. That's what my hair wants to do naturally, and I am tired of detangling and never seeing growth.

[@lisaj4441]

This is a very generous video. You sharing with others will help so many. People seem to get confused about the idea of "leaving your hair alone". When we 4C gals leave our hair alone, we tend to get locs. My hair actually hates to be left alone - it wants to be moisturized and caressed and it will rebel when I don't give it what it wants. LOL.

[@ObaaYaaJones]

Yes, I hope people learn from my mistake.

[@kiwilove2163]

This happened to me before. Never twisting my hair like this again. This time around I braided my natural hair and twisted the extensions around it. Works much better, easier take down, and less damage.

[@ObaaYaaJones]

That's a great idea 🤎✨️

[@mrod87]

I was just about to type this. Sometimes i split my hair into the twist…but i agre me the very best method is to braid ur hair totally, and three strand twist around ur entire braid.

[@patriciajoseph2504]

how long did you keep the style in?

[@ashesrockstotaldrama]

Ive been doing this for a long time it’s way better!

[@ashesrockstotaldrama]

@@patriciajoseph2504for me I keep it in about 5 weeks

[@ayo_hitman_bang_introduces]

I remember the first (and only) time I used spring twist extensions in my natural hair. The way my hair tangled around the synthetic hair was...traumatising😅 I started doing crochet styles after that experience. Yes, even with bulk braiding hair, I'd twist it and then crochet them individually.

[@ObaaYaaJones]

Oh yes! It is quite a traumatic experience 👀😅

[@vastya.3255]

The only problem I have with crochet is that I can’t wash my hair in it… but other than that it’s great

[@izzydrycow]

Whenever I leave my hair in for too long I do a hot oil treatment before take it out! Not too hot but warm, never take your hair out dry y’all!!!

[@nkemnelo8524]

I am glad you are back❤️. I put in extensions for 2-3 months. So Sorry about your twist take down experience. Applying a Conditioner with slip is extremely helpful. Allow the conditioner to absorb into the hair from 30 min -1hr and start unraveling. It softens the hair and melts tangles especially at the roots.

[@shondafinley5502]

Yesss, she's right. I ALWAYS wet with aloe Vera juice, conditioner and oil on my hair to soften prior to taking it down. I NEVER take down dry hair. So glad you took YOUR time and had patience and love for YOUR hair. That's your crown and glory.

[@emi62507]

The longer my hair has gotten, the less time I keep it in protective styles. The maximum I go is 2 weeks, usually I just keep my protective styles in for one week - less detangling time and it works out since I jog every other day. Now that It is summertime I have also given up on braiding with extensions.

[@lawsome2068]

My hair locs even in normal twists without added hair I left it for 4 weeks once it was HELL I envy those who can do twists without having their hair loc up. Also it's even worse if I wash my hair in twists.

[@ObaaYaaJones]

Oh👀 I can only wash my hair in twists because I detangle before. Otherwise, it would knot up badly.

[@lennettewarner8338]

Leaving protective styles like this in for 8 weeks I definitely wouldn't recommend. Especially thick hair such as yours...which is beautiful by the way. Washing and conditioning while wearing the protective style, if possible, helps as well. And moisturizing while wearing the style.

[@ObaaYaaJones]

I agree 🤎

[@mrod87]

I learned that when i do passion twist or Marley twist i have to basically box braid my natural hair completely then crochet the twist on top. If not my curly/kinky hair will integrate and tangle with the fake hair. It’s an great long term style but it can really damage ur hair if ur hair tangles easily.

[@miss_oyinade8434]

😢I almost started crying cause I know what you felt and the music also brought up some sad feelings 😂😂😂… thank God that your hair did not break finally 😅😅😅. Good to have you back girl🎉🎉🎉

[@ObaaYaaJones]

As in! I'm very grateful to God! Thank you dear 🤎

[@ctay4sho09]

Aloe vera (fresh from leaf) would have made it easier to separate the tangles. It's the ultimate detangler for our hair. & if you so happens to be allergic to aloe vera 😱 try products that have marshmallow root and slippery elm bark high in the ingredients list. Or u can make fresh batches of these ingredients alone for extra slip. Hope these tips help! 💜 ILY hair!

[@ObaaYaaJones]

Thanks for these tips. They are actually on my list of detanglers I wanted to eventually try...I just haven't gotten around to....🤎

[@154angel154]

Dry Hair BREAKS! Thank God for your patience with your hair!!!

[@ObaaYaaJones]

True..

[@kimban5434]

You’re hair is absolutely gorgeous!!! 😍Just wondering why the extra hair?!☺️💜

[@yogijazporter]

Twists almost took me out as well. It’s not a protective style at all. So much hair is exposed and there’s a risk for intertwining. Twists are cute, maybe just wear them for a week and that’s it lol. (Editing tip: the background music is a little to loud to hear over your voice). Thank you for sharing your journey ❤️

[@ObaaYaaJones]

Thanks for the feedback. 🤎✨️✨️

[@AntiHAES]

Interlocking? With twists? Are you doing them right? Have you tried rope twists?😂😂😂

[@Hairicane77]

I keep my protective style with extensions for just one week but still i experience single strand knots and other adverse effects 😭. Im a 100% natural

[@cynthiascott8639]

Praise God is right. I wanted to cry when you were trying to unravel your hair. 😁😁

[@ObaaYaaJones]

Yes o, I had to praise him...because...😅

[@nazikiwe8259]

Thanks for sharing. ☺️ You have gorgeous hair. I do jumbo twists as a protective style for 2-3 months at a time. Weekly I moisturize my hair and the extensions and massage my scalp with castor oil. I also periodically re-do twists and detangle. This maintenance makes the final take down much easier.

[@ObaaYaaJones]

That is a good and correct practice. Hopefully, next time, I won't be too lazy and do it the right way..😅

[@mesidye]

❤️❤️❤️❤️ the way you kissed that piece of hair like: thank you for surviving after 8 weeks of lockdown lol

[@ObaaYaaJones]

Yes! Exactly 😄

[@ernicaferdinand5976]

I usually mix oil, water and apple cider vinegar in a spray bottle. I spritz the length of my braids and section them to keep it damp. Then remove one at a time finger detangle etc. The acv helps with detangling.

[@ObaaYaaJones]

Will keep that in mind, should I decide to do this style again. Thanks for the tip.

[@vastya.3255]

The best tip to prevent this is to work with pre sectioned hair. Each section will then be braided or twisted (or braided root , twisted ends) without any extensions. Then you can braid or twist on top with the added hair and conceal the natural braids/twists, takedown will be very easy, your strands stay extra protected and almost tangle free, and you can keep the style in for longer than usual. I call them double braids or double protective style. My sister has retained major length this way and she keeps in her styles for 8-12 weeks

[@ObaaYaaJones]

That's such a good idea. Thank you 🤎✨️

[@cutenobi]

I’ve kept my hair in a protective style for 3 months and my hair did very well. There are some great suggestions below to help with detangling. I like to use a glycerin type product for detangling.

[@jaliane]

I love how soothing this video is! It's nice watching you take down the twists. I noticed youtube has been unsubscribing me from channels that I watch. I dont know why this happens. It even subscribed me to a channel that I never watched in my life. I may have to contact them. I sont know why this keeps happening. :/

[@ObaaYaaJones]

KZbin just likes to mess around at times....thank you 🤎✨️

[@jaliane]

@@ObaaYaaJones you're welcome and I tried to contact them but I know they wont get back to me (as usual...).

[@GlitterSkies]

I think you saved your hair but letting it stay dry. In your situation, the hair was caught on to the extension, so it may have tangled more if wet. Hair is stronger dry, you did a great job

[@truthserum1271]

Mist hair with water and Prepoo with coconut oil or babassu oil and castor oil. Let sit for at least 30 minutes. Then take down by gently separating with fingers

[@ObaaYaaJones]

Thank you for the tips 🙏🏾

[@keahharrison4765]

If you decide to do this hair style again, I heard using yarn is really good and that it doesn’t cause as much breakage

[@ObaaYaaJones]

I have used yarn before, I might again...

[@rjmami8508]

Not gonna lie, after 6 hours of detangling, I would've tied my hair up and gone to sleep and washed my hair the next day lmao.

[@ObaaYaaJones]

I considered doing that, but I just wanted to get it over with 😅

[@rjmami8508]

@@ObaaYaaJones makes sense 😅

[@maggielongo7067]

Aweeeee...... don't cry, I think what happened is that your hair matted, using combs is a personal choice anyways and yes, you did a great job even though you was tired

[@ObaaYaaJones]

🤎✨️✨️ thank you

[@penneyfonville5166]

Thank you so much! I will not be doing my twists super small. ❤

[@kakrajoe6807]

Hello Obaa is like today I am first 😊 happy new year to you and your family!

[@ObaaYaaJones]

Yes you are first 🎊Thanks and happy new year to you too🤎

[@nicoleblake2700]

I LOVE!!! YOUR HAIRSTYLE!!!. I probably use it for my wedding

[@ObaaYaaJones]

Congratulations on your wedding 🤎 I pray for a happy marriage, filled with God's blessings 🙏🏾✨️

[@nicoleblake2700]

@@ObaaYaaJones awww thank you so much. I receive it in Jesus name amen.

[@Hairicane77]

When adding extensions to our natural hair, there are many disadvantages. But I’ve invented a way to reduce these . Im going to make a full video on that soon. 😊

[@ObaaYaaJones]

Will check your video out 😊🤎✨️

[@esther_evermore4846]

It really sad watching this 😢. I can relate. Perhaps you can try applying conditioner (leave in or wash out one and water and then the olive oil) before taking down your protective style.

[@ObaaYaaJones]

I might try that next time. The reason why I didn't add any of those is because I felt like my hair would stick to the extension even more.😮‍💨

[@esther_evermore4846]

@@ObaaYaaJones oh okay I understand

[@Sweetlady1916]

Your hair looks gorgeous in this side flip style, how did you achieve it? I did a protective twist too and had to force my hair apart. I was so scared and frustrated when finished.

[@ObaaYaaJones]

Thank you very much. My hair was stretched from braids. I pinned the side with a hair clip. I can imagine how you must have felt in that moment 🙏🏾🤎

[@JesssoBless7]

Hey sis your hair gorgeous definitely hair goals 🤩 Happy New Year to you!

[@ObaaYaaJones]

Happy New Year to you, too, Sis. Jess. 🤎🤎

[@nubiankmtwq6333]

What type of extension did you use? It's best to use smooth straight hair like AfriNaptural definition braid or Xpression kanekalon braiding. Curly extensions like passion twist braiding hair or Xpression twisted up spring Afro twist will create this type of issues with you hair own hair locking around the extension. One thing that helps is to moisturize the twist with water or a cheap spray detangler with silicone before taking it down. The use of silicone based products here won't be an issue as a shampoo will follow. Thankfully, you know you hair very well and you were able to minimize the damage.

[@ObaaYaaJones]

I used passion twists hair. Thanks for the tips 🤎✨️

[@nubiankmtwq6333]

@@ObaaYaaJones giirrrl, you're welcome 🤗! Those type of extensions will dry your hair out like desert dry and create tangles. If you want to use them, keeping you hair moisturized while using them is a must. When you're ready to take them down, spritz them first. Even simple distilled water will help. Never ever take them down when dry or you'll face your worse hair nightmare with the tangles and matting.

[@silviamugo6794]

With your length you don't need extensions

[@bluebird4815]

Twists with extensions always mess up my hair. Never again am i doing them. I'll stick to my three strand box braids that always work for my hair.

[@AntiHAES]

See when I do twist, I do chunky twists bc doing them chunky makes me more motivated to remoisturize and detangling them every 2 weeks(I wash monthly)

[@ObaaYaaJones]

That's a good idea 🤎✨️

[@CarolCarol31]

I understand this every time I have done these twists and kept it in for long periods even just 4 weeks I always end up ripping and breaking my hair. I've decided to stick with knotless and box braids which I can keep in for long periods without these issues

[@ObaaYaaJones]

I guess I'll do same. 🤎✨️

[@monawhitaker6098]

Hello Obaa!!! Happy New Year.....and your hair is beautiful. Now we know what not to do!!

[@ObaaYaaJones]

Thank you 🤎 Yes, please don't repeat my mistake 😅

[@hairicome7613]

I really enjoyed the video. I can relate.

[@ObaaYaaJones]

I'm glad you did🤎

[@aisha6410]

I would have used leave in conditioner and water for extra slip with taking down the twist, but I don’t put extensions in my hair so I wouldn’t know If there’s a reason you didn’t consider doing that.

[@TT-nu4qk]

Always use conditioners and if u doing 8 week long style do it on natural hair

[@HerbalFaceFoodTransformations]

I’m so sorry you had such difficulties. I can’t say for sure but it appears that you and I have the same 4c hair type . With that said twists is NOT the protective style to keep in over a week due to massive tangling. We can get away with about 2 to 3 weeks with 3 strand braids. With both styles we (4c) MUST wet each braid/twist and saturate it with a detangler with major slip or a conditioner with major slip. Yes the take. down will be longer but it will offer major length retention.

[@ObaaYaaJones]

I have certainly learnt my lesson 😅👀

[@anita1love]

Omg, this gave me anxiety in your behalf! Your hair is so beautiful, don't do this again LOL

[@ObaaYaaJones]

I WON'T! 😅😅😅 Sorry about that 😁

[@MzKegz]

Girl you need conditioner and water. You gotta treat it like ur own natural hair. I love jumbo twists and thats my key protective style.

[@Superlife1369]

I do that face when I’m detangling too….I think we all do it…lol ❤

[@ObaaYaaJones]

😅

[@veronicakabaso8680]

I normally put my hair in twists then add fake hair then twist or braid. I went through what you just experienced.

[@ObaaYaaJones]

Were you able to salvage the hair?

[@veronicakabaso8680]

@@ObaaYaaJones Yes I was able to, i had to moisten it with little water containing drops of vinegar.

[@Hairicane77]

You just typed what was in my mind😭. It’s saddening when u did everything u thought would protect ur hair yet you lose hair 😭

[@ObaaYaaJones]

@@veronicakabaso8680 oh good 🤎✨️

[@tarynmichelleart]

Did you use oil or a conditioner or anything? If you did something like this again it might help.

[@ObaaYaaJones]

No, I didn't because I thought wet hair would be more difficult to separate.

[@tarynmichelleart]

@@ObaaYaaJones yes once it shrinks it can be difficult but an oil based conditioner would do the trick!

[@russelinedenisgeorges6024]

Please obaa😍🙏, can you tell me how do you nourish and clean your hair during these 8weeks in twist ?

[@Nickyd2024]

I went natural and my hair started tangled up so bad i had to cut that part off

[@tirzahemmanuel7944]

This is why I stopped using extensions. I had to cut my hair with a scissors the last time I made use of extensions. Bye.

[@pearlkloberie3300]

Obbie, like your video, how long you've Been natural?

[@ObaaYaaJones]

In May I will be 13 years natural.

[@1GoldenBreeze]

That was really a struggle for you, and tough to watch. My head was hurting for you. I think this is why I don't do protective styles. I would not have the patience to take them down gently.

[@ObaaYaaJones]

It was indeed a struggle 🫠

[@naturallylissa]

This happened to me last month ,wanted to cry,cos I went in with a scissor sometimes,,

[@ObaaYaaJones]

Hope you were still able to pull through, though and your hair isn't badly damaged ✨️🤎

[@naturallylissa]

I lost a few ends ,but my hair is dense ,thank God ,so it's not so bad. Lovely video ❤️ .

[@della9884]

If you had not used artificial hair and just twisted your natural hair for how long could you wear it as a protective style?

[@ObaaYaaJones]

Typically, 2-4 weeks

[@GarifunaGoddess]

Did you say okra? If so, how did you use it?

[@sibongilemtungwa1077]

Hi sisi,great job.I don't add hair extension when I do my single twisted strands,and I undo them every Sunday and do cowash deep condition because my hair get tangled,my twist only last for one week,can you please advise me what to do to be able to keep them for two weeks or more

[@ObaaYaaJones]

You could try brading the roots first.

[@sibongilemtungwa1077]

@@ObaaYaaJones thanks I will try that ♥️♥️

[@crystalw7620]

One question why didn't you use some form of moisture like a cream or oil when beginning to take down your twist😊

[@ObaaYaaJones]

Because I thought it would cause my natural hair to stick even more to the extensions...

[@crystalw7620]

When I used extensions in my hair and it was time to take them down I always put a little moisture on my extensions. I would get just a little bit of cream and mix it with a little bit of oil and start with my ends and just massaged it in my extensions.I didn't go crazy with the cream and oil and it was alot easier to take my hair down with less breakage it was mostly shredded hair. I have 4C hair so my hair is prone to breakage. I don't use extensions anymore I always keep my ends moisturized when I twist my hair. That's the only protective style for me. By the way you have beautiful hair.😊

[@vastya.3255]

I have one question for you, I have fine strands and I think you do too. How do you deal with webbing, how do you prevent it or manage it?

[@vastya.3255]

Webbing is the reason for all my set backs, because everytime I detangle I can’t run through my section because of all the tiny webbings in between clumped strands, if I pull too hard, my hair gets pulled from the root and just pops out, it’s as if it’s getting tweezed. I blow dried my hair a few days ago and I did a dry finger detangle by releasing 90% of the tiny webbings strand by strand or cluster by cluster, it took me hours though, I spread it over two days, so now I don’t have much webbing but I want to prevent the webbing now, d’you have tips?

[@ObaaYaaJones]

I keep my hair stretched majority of the time and hardly wear my hair out. Perhaps using a detangler with more slip could help.

[@Storm411z]

How do you trim your hair when it is this long?? Something I’ve started to struggle with myself 😅 I have long layers so I have to move my arms in some pretty creative ways 🥴

[@ObaaYaaJones]

I trim my hair in twists 😄

[@keemonta]

Did you use a detangling lotion?

[@ObaaYaaJones]

After I took the extensions out

[@keemonta]

@@ObaaYaaJones Oh, I see. Is there a reason why you didn't use detangler while taking out the extensions? Is that somehow harmful to your hair?

[@valeriesignaturesalon]

Hi Queen,why didn’t you moisten your hair before the take down?

[@ObaaYaaJones]

I thought my hair would stick to the extension even more, making it more difficult to unravel...😅

[@valeriesignaturesalon]

@@ObaaYaaJones no it would have loosen the hair a little water n oil or water n cream conditioner

[@estellegirl29]

God will either give you beautiful hair or a beautiful face. Never both. And i have proved it time and time again. This girl has beautiful hair.

[@kitten_582]

Well actually you have both

[@Gen1Bmw]

Over the top exaggerated you created the problem because you didn't know what you was doing. 8 weeks in a protective hair style ... with synthetic hair. Ridiculous, nor did you show the hair lost.