THE *UGLY* TRUTH ABOUT GOING NATURAL!!!! WHAT I REGRET!

[@googleuser-of3qd]

Natural hair can become expensive only if you become a product junkie.

[@DSFAVORS]

You are so right!

[@selinaisis6268]

True, but it is hard to not be a product junkie in the beginning, because you have to try different products to see what ingredients work well your hair. I am in year 4 right now, and am STILL and just figuring out the perfect detangling method, the perfect oils for my pre-poo, etc

[@daniellebrunson2464]

and so far I finding out that a lot of the expensive products suck and the cheaper brands work better..lol

[@JJTOPSMILE]

the only thing i use is ors olive oil oil moisturizing hair lotion by some shampoo and conditioner and let it be

[@Kat_Beezy]

Yes! I found that I was starting to become a product junkie & I started throwing away some stuff

[@schnauzermom6352]

You hit it right on the head. It takes WORK! I feel really insulted when people say that the ONLY reason my hair is long is because of genetics. This is the result of seven years of deep conditioning, gentle handling, oiling, and yes even praying. What you get from Mom and Dad is only going to take you so far. You've got to do your part as well. And NO ONE is just washing their hair and going!

[@candisecharmaine2913]

schnauzer mom Exactly!

[@p.r.9982]

Amen. Prayer matters glad you said it!!

[@CocoNichole]

If you start off with short natural hair, it doesn't take that long on wash day. It's when it starts to get longer that it starts to take more than 30 minutes to do.

[@DSFAVORS]

Thanks for leaving a comment!

[@lesliegrouper9670]

Courtney LoCicero Very true, lol! ❤❤✨✨

[@tarlettawilliams5132]

Courtney LoCicero agreed, with my twa in the first year, big chop took me down to about an inch and at the end of year one I'm at about 6 inches after my annual trim, washing was super easy, even now the wash day routine takes me a couple hours if i include styling.

[@BellaStone8609]

Courtney LoCicero right though! I chopped my hair back in January (for the 3rd time) and wash day is not that long for me.

[@MsFlamingFlamer]

Lol. I have no idea why on earth it is called a wash n go either. For me it is the most difficult and time consuming hairstyle to do.

[@kitcatmeeow571]

MsFlamingFlamer , no one ever said that every natural care "method," works for EVERY natural curly girl. The wash n go, works for SOME textures and not for others. The wash n go is ALSO LIMITED to the geographical climate you live or visit. I have used the wash n go since 1990. But, I also live in a warm climate. If I lived in a cold climate, I would NOT use the wash n go method, because it is WAAAY TOO COLD to do this! So, ALL of these factors have to be considered, including exercise regimine, heavy perspiration, etc.

[@MsFlamingFlamer]

Kitcat Meeow never said it didnt "work". i like it and it looks good but it should be called something besides a wash n go. its labour intensive to define each curl, make sure there is enough product, dry etc. its easier for me to just twist my hair or even put curlers in. i can do 8 flat twists in my head and call it a day as opposed to a wash n go and making sure every single curl is good and then waiting for it to dry or risk heat damage by diffusing.

[@DSFAVORS]

Me either!!! It takes just as long as any other style to me.

[@marleyhill34]

Lol If my hair was as long as yours, it would be wash, condition, slap some gel in and twist it back in a bun and go till I got time to define and rake and detangle. I rarely even do that with short hair. Lol! I do not envy you detangling them 18 plus inches. God only give you what you can handle so I have short hair. Lol!

[@marleyhill34]

That's actually my preference, frizz and fuzz mixed in with some defined coils. For me it looks fuller with more volume but again.I don't have a huge fro or triangle fuzz that you can't see my face if it frizzes up. So not everyone can allow the frizz.

[@PecsInDaCity]

Products for my natural hair are no longer expensive. A capful of any shampoo for dry hair mixed with a cup of water is all I need. Any conditioner mixed with a little of my fave oil turns a cheap product into an expensive one. Honey pre poo or bentonite clay & water deep conditioner once a month also leaves my hair in great shape. Finally, buy a real aloe vera leaf, spoon the gel inside into a blender, blend, pour into ice cube molds and freeze. Pop a couple out when you need them, melt, add some oil - BOOM - all natural gel. Rake it thru wet detangled hair and you look like a million bucks for pennies.

[@DSFAVORS]

Thanks so much for sharing, I hope everyone gets a chance to read your comment!

[@BellaStone8609]

PecsInDaCity thank you! Glad I'm scrolling through the comments!

[@RIVAHAIRDIVA]

PecsInDaCity great tips!

[@Tori-xu2sk]

Wow, this process sounds so easy and inexpensive! Just what I've been looking for! I've been making things so complicated!!

[@ladyt618]

I knew about flaxseed gel but never thought about aloe vera gel to be used in the same manner. I just made a screenshot of your comment for safe keeping 👍🏾😉

[@MetaDoll]

I am glad that I don't have to use "Natural products" to get my hair done.. I still use the drug store brands and it works great for me.. Suave and Aussie Moist all the way for me ^_^ I have noticed that every time black people start a different trend or way of life these big businesses will slap the name of that new trend on the bottle and make it more expensive than what it should be because they know black folks will spend their last on their hair.

[@ericah6924]

C.P. Aussie is the bomb! I love it!!! 😂

[@MsTemptation]

C.P. in the future you should use the terms some or most. Yes you didn't say all black folks but it was implied. We wouldn't want some people taking your comment the wrong way.🤓

[@MetaDoll]

Yeah, well it's not my problem when people lack reading comprehension skills tho.. :(

[@LumerasLight1201]

C.P. I have seen a few naturals reference Aussie as a great brand.

[@anthonyfox585]

C.P. omg Aussie moist is my favorite

[@mskrissyd5736]

You ain't never lied! I was just telling my best friend last week that when I big chopped I didn't know what I was getting myself into. This is a job, literally. I wouldn't trade it though🙅🏽❤️

[@DSFAVORS]

Yes it is a job and like you said, it's worth it. Thanks so much for watching!

[@alexussgriggs5350]

DSFAVORS I appreciate that your honest and spreading awareness about false youtubers. I am new to going natural and i dont really know about my hair type or products to use that would be good for my hair. I guess my question would be how can you tell when a hair product is not working for you?

[@prettywitty77]

. One time it took me 3 weeks (tries) to get a hairstyle right. I posted it and everybody was like "omg, this is cute. we've be waiting on videos, where you been?" I wanted to say "TRYNA GET THIS STYLE RIGHT, hell!" lmbooooooo!

[@Sunshineblazefire]

prettywitty77 lol, that's funny. Thanks for sharing your experiences.

[@suzys8558]

+prettywitty77 LOL, I never knew that KZbinrs also struggle like we do at doing/getting a hairstyle right, I still haven't gotten how to do twist outs and I've been trying for 1month(on and off, not consistently like we're supposed to) and it's so hard cause my hair is kinky, coily, curly with a LOT of VOLUME so it looks like an oversized croissant that's unraveling. LOL

[@ayeshahaughton3042]

this is so funny. I sometimes ask that question so hearing the possible reaction makes me sympathize more witchyah

[@ladynice9679]

Oh nice

[@zanichar]

That part about KZbin videos giving false hope though. I'm definitely a victim...

[@DSFAVORS]

Me too! lol

[@MsTemptation]

zanichar , I guess that they should have used a disclaimer for those of you who assumed that you would experience the same results. Jokes on them for thinking you people would already understand that may results vary.🙄🤔

[@notwrongorright2853]

zanichar lol sadly I fall as well

[@jelicianorwood24]

zanichar They basically false advertising

[@VictoriaVictoria]

It's a struggle but you can do it. You just have to learn your hair.

[@pammmeee9055]

and add to it...getting used to looking at yourself in 4c hair rather than a relaxer. and other people saying 'you look better/younger in a relaxer '. and trying to find a style that looks good on you.

[@DSFAVORS]

I agree, sometimes people can be rude. When I wear my hair straight, people are like...you look so pretty, as if I look like a clown with curly hair!!! lol

[@evangeline9969]

I'm wrestling with having a new image of myself. I'm used to having some flow to my hair texture and I'm not used to how I look yet. My curls are so much tighter that a lot of the time I feel like I look much younger, as in juvenile.

[@TheTjoy910]

Oh man, you are telling the truth! "You should straighten it again." "It's so...fuzzy." "Why didn't you do your hair?" "Your hair looks like pubes."

[@chelzchelzz19]

I wish i would have known that my hair is prone to single strand knots.

[@DSFAVORS]

Yeah me too but at least you know now! Thanks for watching!

[@robincorprew9007]

Chelsea Earnest those fairy knots are the worst, I've just moved to that stage in my natural hair process. I really hate it that I have to change up my laziness to prevent those single strain knots. now I'm a duo rage girl and I'm hoping it stays on all night. I truly don't remember this before my perm period.

[@chelzchelzz19]

I never dealt with this when I was natural as a kid, I started getting relaxers at like 13 maybe or 14. And now the only way I can prevent them is by keeping my hair in a stretched out state, but I miss my curls when I do that for a long time.. I guess I'm just going to always have to wear my hair stretched if I want to keep single strand knots at a minimum. It is what it is.

[@LadyAzama]

I have them but it doesn't boime much. Maybe because I never straighten my hair. And I've been natural for four years now.

[@chelzchelzz19]

It mainly bothers me because the knots make it hard for me to detangle and they end up causing me breakage, so I literally have to keep my hair stretched or it leads to breakage for me. My hair is so time consuming, it drives me crazy.

[@jtorie1]

Natural Afro hair is high maintenance but I'd rather spend a few hours at home caring for my own hair than spending weekly sessions, all day in a salon. So true about the wash n go, though!!!

[@DSFAVORS]

Thanks so much for commenting!

[@domoniquesmith88]

Yes ma'am, that "wash n go" name is soooooo freaking misleading!

[@DSFAVORS]

Yes mam it is! lol

[@rainerwells1573]

LMAO

[@mzruffin786]

Yes it is

[@georgiapeach310]

Great, honest and funny video. I've been natural for 20 years and you would think I would have a high level of expertise, but NO. I learn from YT, through trial and error and reading (my fav book being "Grow It" by Chicoro). I used to get frustrated that I didn't know my hair better than I did, but now, I believe my hair is always changing (based on weather, products, styles and tools) and even when I feel I know it, it still changes!

[@DSFAVORS]

Yeah people don't understand there are so many elements to natural hair. It's more than a notion, but worth it if it's something you really want. Thanks for watching!

[@Nuani7]

georgiapeach310 Thanks for sharing that. I've been natural for 10 years and I'm still struggling. 🤦🏾‍♀️ Frustration levels are getting higher and higher. There are times when I just want to throw in the towel. It was so much easier wearing braids 10 months out of the year, getting them redone every two months. Sometimes I just want to do a literal "wash n go"! Wet it and forget it! 😂 Slap some oils on and keep it movin! Whatever it looks like at that point is what it will be for the day! 😜

[@sumrgrl100]

OMG!!!!! This is one of the most straight forward videos I have seen on the realities of going/being natural. I soooooo wish I had seen this video or one similar before I went natural. Even with me watching KZbin, I still have had some frustrating, irritating, disappointing, crying, even times of curl envy during the five years I have been natural. I have had some good times but there have been some bad times too #naturalhairrollercoaster

[@DSFAVORS]

Thanks so much for leaving a nice comment. Hang in there with your hair, it will get better, just stay positive. We've all been there, just hang in there and thanks for watching!!!

[@cynthiaadams5930]

I make time for my natural hair because i was tired of paying someone else to do my hair and then it would break off and they would keep telling me everything is fine !

[@DSFAVORS]

Yeah I agree, sometimes you are more gentle with your hair than someone else. Thanks for leaving a comment!

[@Psalm_27.4]

Cynthia Adams opp

[@peace-xm9nk]

Lol I swear

[@diplomat2623]

100% on the same page!!!!

[@ShelbySteele23]

Dont forget that going natural for most women usually means your hair ends up being in a wig, weave or braids most of the time, which is because of everything you described here

[@imdoinbttrthnu]

Shelby Steele 😂💦 my life for the last 2 years. And still itching to "texturize" it on wash day.👀🤔 The struggle is real! But I'm #Natural 😩😆

[@ShelbySteele23]

AngiesbricK Girl please im relaxing this fall. I may go back natural later if I miss it but for now I just need a break

[@denisela3403]

I'm going back to a relaxer too.....soon. I'm going to wear micros for a while and then I'm getting a relaxer. It's just not for me right now. I'll probably do it again later......but I got to change it

[@ilovenaturalhair2356]

Girl natural is our thing, what if there was no relaxer or texturizer ? We would have to wear the natural hair that comes out of our scalp,and be proud of it.

[@danni5750]

TIP: 1) buy your hair products from places you know you can return them. 2) Don't try to force products to work. If you have to use fist fulls of a product it doesn't work. go get your money back. 3) not all popular items are for you. ex: a lot of people love coconut oil but it's not for everyone. for some people it just sits on top of the scalp and clog the pores and cause irritation. it can also cause breakage over time because it blocks moisture or can make your hair hard because it has a ton of protein. 4) technique and the right products are the key to a speedy wash day. Slip & moisture are the most important thing when looking for conditioners and styling products. 5) it's common to have multiple textures it does not mean you did something wrong or something is wrong with you. 6) be very careful of curly cuts. they're popular but it's not the best method for everyone. do your research for what method will work for you.

[@DSFAVORS]

All I have to say is AMEN to that. Everything you said was absolutely true. Thank you so much for leaving this comment and sharing with other people!

[@Mz.M.2757]

Say it sista. i am not hung up on hair type but I too thought hair texture was more wavy because of the way the new growth looked. But nope...its straight up kinky coily 4a4b. lol...and I love it!!! But I agree with everything you said. Nicely put together. Thanks for sharing.

[@DSFAVORS]

No problem, I'm just hope I can help someone with their journey. Thanks for watching!

[@imforgiven19]

Great video. You kept it all the way real. I think the key is learning to master your hair and that takes time and trial-and-error. I'm ashamed to say it took me years to figure out that my hair needs to be ph balanced...the end. Using a lot of products from different lines with different ph levels would give me crazy dry results....like tumbleweed. I tried everything, eliminating coconut oil, hard water, shea butter, and glycerin. Now I've discovered that I get more definition and less frizz when my products start at a ph of 6 to wash and then lower with each step (leave in, moisturizer) to about 4.5. If I have products with a higher ph I want to use I just add a little acv or aloe Vera to lower the ph (add to what you're using not the bottle or container). Everyone's hair is different...I see youtubers slather all kinds of products on their hair and get awesome results but not I. Another suggestion is that when trying a new product line you should start with clean clarified hair to really see how the product performs

[@DSFAVORS]

I agree with everything you said, maybe you should have done the video! lol . Thanks so much for watching and sharing your knowledge.

[@imforgiven19]

Lol...naw you got it.I just thought I'd add my 2 cents because it took me so long to figure out why my hair was amazing some days and other days I was so frustrated I wanted to just cut it all off. Paying attention to ph was a game changer for ME...everyone's hair is different though but hopefully it will help somebody.

[@Lady1Suggs]

How do you determine the ph levels?

[@imforgiven19]

Lady1Suggs You can use ph strips to test the levels of your products ...I've been using as I am...their products are already ph balanced and they list the ph levels on their website . I've been experimenting too because I don't want to throw away all my other products. Sincerely Shans has a video called What is Ph balance? (How to ph balance your hair and skin)...and there are other good youtube videos...also google

[@PassionFashionArt]

I went to the salon once every 2-3month but in between that I had to figure it out. I can understand how if you never did your own hair that going natural can be a game changer. But I think in the long run it is worth the learning curve. Not only because of the length and all that but because women and men can get a piece of their heritage back. It's our hair but some of us never grow up with others teaching us how to braid or nurture it, lost knowledge. The result is a rude awakening when we try now but hopefully, the next generation won't face that, we will pass on our knowledge.

[@DSFAVORS]

I agree with everything you said. It's hard but worth it.

[@BabyGirlRegineWhite]

It's a part-time job

[@DSFAVORS]

It sure it, and only the strong survive!

[@TheMarsha66lbs]

Yes, yes & yes‼️

[@NinaLady11]

I agree with everything you said except for the expensive part. You can get a lot of items for reasonable prices especially when you DIY your products. I DIY'd for the first two years until I figured out which ingredients my hair liked and responded well to and which ingredients weren't good for my hair. Now in year three I have a good grasp of the techniques that work for me and I can invest in some of the pricier products by selecting for ingredients that I know work for my hair.

[@DSFAVORS]

Thanks for your comment!

[@L8bloomerr]

Really appreciate the honesty. My second go at being natural, I find myself getting frustrated when i hit 2yrs. I recently found myself thinking that there was no way all these natural hair folks in these videos are COMPLETELY natural. Good to hear information you can completely relate to.

[@naturallydunn3325]

lol I knew my hair was going to look like Mahogany Curls when I went natural. Boy was I wrong. I tried the curly girl method and everything but you live and you learn and I found several KZbinrs with a similar hair texture as mine but I still love me some Jess 👍🏾

[@DSFAVORS]

Yeah I still lover her too even though my results don't come out like hers. Thanks for tuning in to my video and I hope you stick around for more!

[@nikkitobin8356]

Naturally Dunn 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 GURL ME TOO

[@karencave9059]

Naturally Dunn r

[@GermanyCaputo]

I’m so glad I found your video! I’ve been on the natural hair journey for 4 months now, and I keep reminding myself to be patient. It can take some getting used to but I definitely think it’s worth it! ✨

[@intoalltruth]

It takes me 30 minutes to wash, style and dry my hair. I air dry it in the car. I blow-dry the back at home. I comb my hair wet in the shower. It took an hour or more when it was relaxed. It was so hard to comb my hair when it was relaxed. It knotted up easily, mine does when it is dry, but you wet it and it combs right out! It is great.

[@DSFAVORS]

Thanks for leaving a comment about your hair! Please subscribe to my channel.

[@cheiquelat1823]

I wish I had this video before six years flew by, and I am still learning my hair. Thank you lady, we need more youtuber's like you!

[@princessCaribou1]

Cheiquela Terrazas im still learning my hair after 4 years.

[@DB-tp3jl]

Thank you for keeping it at 100 . No one that I have seen has mentioned this like you . You have another subscriber 💃🏻 keep ,keeping it real ‼️

[@DSFAVORS]

YAY!!!! I love new subscribers!!! Thanks so much for tuning in and I'm glad you liked the video. And yes, I"m here to be all the way real, no hidden agenda!

[@LadyLuda03]

I went natural because my hair was so damaged from perms. When I went natural that wasn't even a term yet. I went to a beautician I knew and asked to have the perm cut off; and there happened to be a woman there getting her hair twisted. My stylist asked if I wanted something like that and I said yes because I didn't know what else to do with my hair. By the time she cut off all the perm, my hair went from just past my shoulders to barely an inch long. I didn't cry but I did tear up a little. By the time she was done I really liked the twists...but I still didn't know what to do with my hair so I just kept going to the beauty shop every 2 weeks to get retwisted. I actually loved my hair super short so it would grow to scraping my shoulders and I would have it cut again. After going on this circle for about two years I finally discovered KZbin and that there was people like me with natural hair on there; this was like 2007 and so I began to binge on everything natural and instead of going to the beauty shop every two weeks I would go every 3 weeks and that extra week I would play in my hair and try new things out. I did just what you said and it was perfect, plus I didn't have to commit to it for long because I was going back to the beauty shop. I found out on my own, just like you, that what I was seeing on KZbin took more time than in the video (though they were more real back then about how long things take). When I got paid I'd buy a new product. Best thing I did as a new natural was find a subscription to hair products because it let me try a lot of things for just a little money. Thanks for the great video. Your tips and expectations were great and something that I too wish someone had said...even though there was no one that I knew to ask at that time. Its better now because there is so much knowledge out there. Its not so good now because a lot of people on KZbin want to portray themselves as the "Perfect Natural" and there's just no such thing. I'm definitely going to share this with some people I know because you give great expectations. Thanks again!

[@Binaishere]

Hi Didi! I love this video. This was actually my second time watching it. Even though I’ve been natural for two years now and have a pretty good handle on how to manage my hair, I find your content very helpful. Like yours, my hair is very dry, kinky, and shrinks like nobody’s business but when stretched out, it’s mid back. You made a comment about consistency being key, and I can attest to that. I wash once every 1 to 1 and a half weeks, and I believe that’s what helped me in maintaining length. Thanks for sharing the realness about the process and not holding out. Be blessed...

[@BeautifulbyDesign]

DeeDee, I am so happy to see how much your channel is growing since I first subbed! Also, your makeup looks so simple, natural, and cute...not heavy at all. Love this video, I think a lot of new naturals will really benefit from this. Great job, keep up the good work! :) xoxo

[@DSFAVORS]

Thanks so much for supporting my channel and I appreciate the love. I'm glad people are actually watching the videos and getting advice!

[@bdet313]

I have to disagree about hair products being expensive. There are so many quality drugstore products for less than $10. Not to mention, you can stock up on the items when there's a sale or bogo.

[@DSFAVORS]

Thank you!

[@mitylene_bailey]

I use aloe on my hair. Cheap!

[@princessCaribou1]

BDet313 theyre expensive across the pond. we don't get access as easily.

[@avasd59]

princessCaribou1 these things cost an arm and A LEG. They're never on sale, no bogo deals either 😭

[@sherrylynn3304]

BDet313 part of going natural is using products that contain ingredients that use less harmful chemicals not just for hair but body. These cheaper products tend to have ingredients that maybe harmful to body and hair. Part of the journey is to use products such as oils that are beneficial with vitamins, minerals.

[@dee.b.2210]

Your voice sound like Chime(Hair Crush) in some of her 2 years ago videos

[@DSFAVORS]

I've had one other person tell me that.

[@Timetrae]

Delora B. I was going to say the exact same thing!! LOL

[@mstoini]

Delora B. I thought so too! I would look away for a second and look back and realize, oh that's not Chime!

[@dee.b.2210]

LOL! yeah I know what you mean I hope one day they will meet each other or maybe they have already, I hope they do a video together

[@rainerwells1573]

Omg she does ...lol both great energy

[@NicoleNichelle]

Thank you for being real in this video! I've only been in protective styling for over a year 1. because I love locs and 2. NO IDEA what to do with my hair!

[@DSFAVORS]

No problem, I just want everyone to know exactly what they should expect, because i was SO lost. Thanks for leaving a comment and watching the video!

[@Sertilya]

I believe also that some of the ladies on KZbin have keratin treatments and they "so happen" to forget to mention it in their videos lol

[@DSFAVORS]

lol...YOu think so??? Girl i don't know, all i know is....my hair did not look like theirs. Maybe they were doing an extra step and forgot to film it or something! I was tricked lol

[@JuicedUpLemon]

Sertilya Campbell This is the problem that I have with KZbin videos. I've only just decided to go natural 3 weeks ago and the hardest thing is finding KZbin videos that are instructional and honest.

[@Sertilya]

😂😂😂

[@mylifemyjourneylincy6028]

some even have a perm on but left it on for a few minutes and say it is natural just because its curly

[@chalseywilder937]

Lilly Lincy it's getting ridiculous now

[@Kat_Beezy]

I’m glad someone has posted a REALISTIC video about the journey of natural hair!!! I’ve had LONG & THICK hair all of my life & even when it was RELAXED, it was time consuming to style it!

[@treegreen7206]

Excellent job giving viewers the truth. I experienced everything you described about watching videos to learn how to do my natural hair. I honestly experienced the opposite with my hair texture from relaxed to natural. I did a true wash-n-go one time. I washed & conditioned it and went on my merry way. When I got home, I had to repeat the process and do all the extras know as a wash-n-go now. You also gave the correct advice about rethinking going natural if you don't have the time to care for your hair. The more I look at your hair...I see 4a, 4b, & 4c textures. Your hair is beautiful curly or straight.

[@treegreen7206]

*known

[@DSFAVORS]

Thanks so much for watching the video and leaving a comment. I did a true wash and go once and I looked like a lion after a few hours! lol

[@toniaholmes2403]

DSFAVORS Lmao!

[@spacecadet15bbg71]

That was so real about watching a KZbinr's technique, trying it and failing and then in my case, transferring the disappointment to almost resenting my hair type instead of realizing it just takes practice and/or modifying the technique to my particular hair needs. Crazy because anything else we do (sports, our work, etc.) we understand it takes practice. You're awesome, please keep it up :)

[@greendayfecer]

Yes to all of this! I think I tried a wash n go. My hair has two textures, but both are thick. Washing it is a literal chore. No one told me, I would have a pattern of bad hair days. My curls will start out crazy. Because I got a perm at 11, put years of heat and products in my hair, also dyed it once. So because of those things, my hair went through a limpy like stage. You must wear a nightcap. Not just to wear it to make hair somewhat manageable. Also to protect your face. Because silk pillowcase + no cap= an oily face in the morning. I have a lot of stuff I would have loved to known about. But I love how it is now. Strong, curly, healthy, and so thick. Those bad hair days suck. But there are days where I am digging how it looks. Like I can conquer the world!

[@DSFAVORS]

Thanks so much for leaving a comment and sharing! I'm glad you liked the video.

[@kimdan1389]

OK Dee Dee, I had to stop the video at 5:55 and pause...Girl, how do you know me so well and you know my struggle? 🙄 I've been fully natural since January and it's so much more time consuming and challenging than I thought it would be. And YES, nobody told me this 😡! The mornings are the worst! I "Big Chopped" and my hair is currently in a short tapered cut, so when I wake up - I've got a dark brown cotton ball on my head. From the moment I get up, I'm preparing my daily hair products for my 20 minute morning routine....😂 Okay...back to the video!

[@DSFAVORS]

You are so funny!!! Yeah everybody makes it seem so glamorous and easy but it's not, it's A LOT of work. I"m so glad you liked the video and I hope it helps other people too!

[@spiritualcosmeticss]

Girl... in this video you was truly preaching! U are my new favorite natural hair KZbin channel! After watching several of your videos u seem real and genuine about your hair and the information you give. B4 I went natural I watched natural85 and mahoganycurls and I actually thought that my natural hair would be like there's but my hair ended up being very different. I didn't know how unique each woman's natural hair pattern was. I was completely ignorant because my sister is a professional beautician and did my hair my entire childhood and teen years. Now my back and sides are shaved because I didn't have the time and patience for my hair. The top part is now natural because over a year ago a texturized my hair to loosen the pattern but it's since grown out. I'm trying not to texturize again but if I do whatever. Anyways you are truly a hair inspiration keep doing what your doing!

[@queennappy4449]

yeeessss!!!!! that wash & go had me lost for a while when i first went natural, the name makes it sound like its so quick and simple when its dang near longer than doing a twist/braid out lhh and you are so spot on this natural thing takes consistency, patience, and dedication cuz this thick stuff is no joke lmbo .......i am now subscribed lady!!

[@sonyajohnson3055]

Hi, I made the decision to go natural a year ago. I am 52yrs old. I am glad I ran across your channel. Very imformative.. Thanks for keeping it real. When I tell you that I have watched a thousand videos trying to understand being natural. You are so right about the difference between hair types and what works for other people may not work for you. I have so many products from different hair lines😂😂. And change up often. I was about to go crazy lol. But I'm better now. But I love how you are so straight forward. I just subsribed. I look forward to learning from your experience. Thanks again. God bless you.

[@maremagnificent1190]

the most time is waisted building up the confidence to leave the house with your natural and altering the state of your hair ...ijs

[@DSFAVORS]

yeah i agree...i was more confident with my straight hair

[@serious7179]

@@DSFAVORS I'm the total opposite now... When I first went natural back in 2008, I put on a lot of makeup and big earrings to compensate for the fact that my hair was about an inch long because I chopped it completely off ... fast forward 11 years later and about four big chop later and whenever I put on a wig or have my hair straightened, I feel uncomfortable... I totally feel more confident in at home and myself with my natural hair... Even when people compliment the wigs, I let them know that I would prefer to have my hair out but I just didn't feel like taking the time to do it LOL

[@A.Ritchie]

oh my gawd, not only are you 100% completely honest, but look at how stunning you are! your eyes are stunning, and thank the gods you went natural, cause your hair is soo soo beautiful

[@DSFAVORS]

Awwwww thanks for the nice comments, I really appreciate it. I'm glad you liked the video!

[@shnikaprudhomme6520]

Yes I Hate Wash Day 😭 It Take Me A Good Two Hours ! To Wash ! deep condition && Dentangle and style 😢 I Literally cry !! it's so thick 😟

[@DSFAVORS]

i feel your pain

[@jeliah1682]

Sweetie Pie I make sure my hair is stretched before I wash my hair which cuts down time that I spend washing my hair.

[@melw8319]

Absolutely! Being natural, transitioning to becoming natural is hard work and it takes dedication! I am 25 months transitioning and it's been hard, I've been cutting off my relaxed ends gradually just to keep my length because I didn't want to BIG CHOP!

[@anthea73]

BEST VIDEO EVER!!!!! I've been natural for a year and before that I wore weaves. I didn't do a big chop or anything and I didn't consider it a journey I just stopped wearing weave. My hair has grown in the past 12 months which is great. I wished I watched this video before I stopped wearing weave as this is most honest video on you tube! I was so bombarded with terminology, and the pressure to have my hair turn out looking like the girl on the vid! And the cost, girl if you think it's expensive in America, it's double in UK.. I'm having surgery in August and believe I'm wearing a weave as I'm in hospital for a week and have a 12 week recovery - and unlike every other natural I won't be calling it a "protective style" ITS WEAVE and it's my hair and my choice. - thank you for your honesty!!!!

[@DSFAVORS]

Thanks so much for watching the video and I'm glad you liked it. Good luck with your surgery in August!!

[@_thepottersclay]

You're so truthful. I've decided to do my hair my way for the past one month, and I've seen massive change than when I wanted to follow someone's routine. I'm just going to continue with my own style, and I'm sure that the next 1 year will be different.

[@blackrose9851]

I use to deep condition and wash my hair once a week....my hair grew to my shoulders...then my hormones changed and experienced thinning in mid strand....I chopped my hair off, stopped slicking down edges and so on....I now just leave my head b and it is now flourishing.

[@DSFAVORS]

Good for you! Sometimes when we stop doing so much that's when we see the best results!!!

[@AliXO22]

lol that wash and go comment had me dying its so true! It takes me forever with my type 4 hair.

[@DSFAVORS]

LIES LIES LIES when people say the wash and go is easy.....maybe if you have fine hair, but for my kinks...no mam

[@ericah6924]

Also, you made a very important point- natural hair is hard work if you want great results! So many people think it's easy but I actually had an easier experience when I was relaxed- but I LOVE my natural hair though! 💜

[@KayKayHoliday06]

I must say I am in love with your accent and your honesty. I am a stay a home mom, I am also obtaining my masters, so I am busy and running around all day. I do not moisturize every day, nor do l sleep with a bonnet every night. I have this trick i do instead of moisturizing every night I put a shower cap on and then I wrap my hair. This also saves hair product and precious time. Love your channel.

[@Vfd6610]

Love the raw honest advice. Been natural 7 years and the work on your hair takes time.

[@DSFAVORS]

Thanks so much! Don't forget to subscribe to my channel!

[@frnchblondtrvls]

Love this video! Great advice! I happened upon it when I first went natural 5 months ago and I just re-watched it and am glad I followed your advice in the beginning! Wash n go videos I saw were not for me! I want a wash n go to be just that! My hair looks best right out of the shower so I put my leave in, oil and my curl activator and my gel, shake my head and go! I let it air dry - it still takes more than a day for my hair to dry so shrinkage is not a big deal for me anymore now that I have a little length to it. BE PATIENT was the best advice for me! I hated my natural hair at first because I didn't see a curl pattern. Once I found what my hair needed, it got easier from there. I've learned so much about my hair watching the YT videos and now I'm so happy with my results! Thanks for putting me on the right track!

[@karacee5481]

I love this video! I have been on my natural hair journey since 2009. It is so helpful to see how someone with such a gorgeous head of natural hair has encountered some of the same challenges! Gives me hope!

[@DSFAVORS]

I'm glad it helped and that I could give you hope. Thanks for watching!

[@zandiledlamini8160]

I have very fine hair strands, but also high density hair (I'm 4c) This means that when I detangle I have to be extra extra careful to not break my hair because of how fine it is. My detangling sessions alone can last about two hours - this is outside of washing, D.C'ing and styling which can set me back another three hours or so. Natural hair is so time consuming; and you're right, so many KZbinr's don't tell you how much time they actually spend on their hair. It's so great to see a video that tells it like it is. I've followed the natural hair community for so long and recently decided to unfollow so many people from KZbin and Instagram because I got tired of the nonsense. The natural community is supposed to uplift us and show us how to be comfortable in our own skin, yet all I've seen is colourism, preferential treatment to certain hair types and obsession with curl definition etc. It doesn't feel real at all. It's great to see someone who can still be real and share the good, the bad and the ugly, so people can at least know what to expect.

[@JessieIsDaName]

I stopped relaxing my hair in 2011, I minimized straightening my hair since 2012, and I cut my relaxed ends in 2013 and now I am here with 17 inches in the front, 15 inches in the crown, and I had troubles in the back so its about 11 inches since May. (Next length check is in one month). The back grew 2 inches in 3 months. Its trying to catch up. Collectively, my hair is passed my shoulders now, even the back part of my head. Im happy with my natural hair and it takes a lot of patience and trial and error, but I like my "poofs" and my hair is extra soft now. Thank you for this video!! I really enjoy your honesty about how hard it is to maintain our natural hair. Its all worth it in the end though.

[@ericah6924]

Your natural hair is beautiful in both the straight and curly state. I'm so glad you made this video! So many videos give new naturals an unrealistic expectation. I've learned on my own through trial and error. No matter what videos you watch, each experience will be unique to the individual. I think the hair types are just a basic guideline because each person is still different. Thanks so much to you and all other KZbinrs!💜 Much love!

[@DSFAVORS]

Thanks so much for leaving a comment and I"m glad you liked the video! I agree with everything you said.

[@DrSimpleBeauty]

My daughter big chopped 4 years ago. There are "lazy naturals" like my daughter, but they are still natural. She doesn't find going natural" difficult or time consuming because she's not trying to have hair perfection. So then what really does "going natural" mean?

[@cateyes2103]

Going natural simply means growing out/cutting off relaxed hair. As for the products/methods, there's no one right way to do it that defines someone as natural. It's whatever your hair likes.

[@DrSimpleBeauty]

Yes that's my understanding too. But she conflates going natural with cost of upkeep, and other ancillary and "personal choice" aspects. She defines "going natural" very different from the way you said (and I agree with).

[@cateyes2103]

She didn't really define going natural. In this video I think she was saying everyone's experience will be different and to not base your experience off someone else's. To be realistic about the time it will take for upkeep. Depending on your hair type and thickness, it may be very easy and cheap to care for your hair. If it's super thick and coily, it's going to be time consuming and possibly expensive if you go through a lot of product. It can be especially difficult if your hair is short, thick and curly/kinky.

[@devondavis7246]

This has been true in my experience as well. She mentioned that caring for natural hair is difficult, but IMHO, it's only as difficult as you make it. If you feel like you always have to wear your hair down or in "out" styles, that requires a different type of maintenance than someone who is okay with wearing a protective style for longer. Some people wash once a week, some can go longer than that with good results too. They're all natural either way. It's about the demands that you put on yourself.

[@DrSimpleBeauty]

Devon Davis EXACTLY!

[@EssenceReidOxley]

Awh this video was put out the day before my son's birth! I've been relaxed since I was 4 yrs old!!!! I'm now deciding to go natural after being on a healthy hair journey with my relaxed hair since 2013. I'm very very nervous! But grateful for real videos like this! I need to know what I'm getting myself into lol I also admire your candid genuine attitude - sometimes hard to find on here these days lol * subbed *

[@DSFAVORS]

Welcome to my channel and good luck with your journey!

[@toniaday3]

Girl you ain't lying! 🤥🤥 the struggle is freaking real! Man I needed this video three years ago.. 😂😂😂😂 I was not a hair person and I had to learn so much. ✊🏽✊🏽✊🏽✊🏽✊🏽👸🏽👸🏽👸🏽🤦🏽‍♀️🤦🏽‍♀️🤦🏽‍♀️🤦🏽‍♀️

[@toniaday3]

Yesssss not a wash n go 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤦🏽‍♀️🤦🏽‍♀️🤦🏽‍♀️🤦🏽‍♀️

[@keshaperry9787]

This video is an oldie but goodie. The things you listed are so true. The time and hair texture where the biggest surprises for me. And my hair never turns out the way the you tubers does. My curls refuse to stand up and be big & bold. 🤨 but I’m still working with it. Thanks for the video.

[@angelabaptiste7087]

The beauty of going natural is learning your hair. You gain more love and appreciation for what's your but most of all self acceptance. Mistakes become lessons and a perfect hair do extra confidence. But all in all learning to treat and understand your hair type is really a journey for self love 😊😊 get video Dee Dee!

[@caisoca]

lol am now discovering the natural hair community and I was so confused about a wash n go, like you I literally thought you shampoo and condition and let it air dry, but after watching video its not a wash n go, lets just say am confused about lots of stuff I hear about doing my natural hair......

[@DSFAVORS]

I hope the video helped. Just being honest....it took me like six months to figure out how to do my hair so get discouraged.

[@thecurlyview6574]

Camille Reyes every Natural is different. A wash n go for me IS a wash n go. I wash my hair several times a week. I shampoo, rinse add conditioner, Detangle (3 mins) and rinse. I then add leave in and let it air dry. This is her experience and maybe the experience of many, but not all.

[@caisoca]

oh ok so i guess I have to figure out what works for me in doing a wash and go, I see some girl taking an hr to do wash n go and others 10mins...... so is it the length of time it takes to define your curls and have it dry with products is what a wash and go is?

[@tarrayahtalton4521]

Camille Reyes for me wash and go is literal I've been natural my whole life so the routine is quick. I was my hair often and use detangler so it's usually less than 15 minutes and I let it air dry.

[@caisoca]

ok that songs more like a wash and go but when you you have to spend and hr putting layer of products on your hair then how is that a wash and go.....

[@mzruffin786]

I love your realness on natural hair. It does take work. Patience is the key. These KZbin videos can get overwhelming but, if you hang in there and work with it your hair will be Beautiful. Awesome video! ❤❤ I love natural its hard but the work you put in will be Amazing!! The wash in go was confusing to me but I'm glad I got an understanding about it.

[@dreaming448]

You were definitely spot on with all your points, but the thing that I thought only happened to me were the KNOTS. I couldn't believe it. Thank you!

[@vmichelle7045]

Thank you so much. My hair fell out in 2014 and I didn’t have enough hair to braid. I then wore a weave the last 3 1/2 years and in December of 2017 I began wearing my natural hair. In a month I have watched a Gazillion videos ( exageration😀). You totally summed up how I have felt watching these videos. I am happy I am natural but it takes patience, and time. Learning my hair, products that work etc... Ugh so much.

[@Itsjustcazzata]

Thank you for being a natural youtuber that doesn’t try to shame people for still getting relaxers

[@lorettalynndavis9695]

Wow! Look at that beautiful "lions mane" of hair! You and your hair and your eyes are absolutely beautiful! You go girl!

[@candycefox5018]

my kids are natural and i know the natural hair struggles i think depending on each persons hair texture your journey can be easy or frustrating i have 3 girls age 9,6 and 3 my 9yr old has thick thick curly hair easy to do i can flat iron and blow dry with ease...my 3 yr old water and grease is all she need but my 6yr old has hair like her mother and its very very strong and it take for like all day to do her hair thats y i feel if your natural braids are your best friend cuz my girls always rock braids and pony tails constantly and omg u are so right natural hair takes forever and god forbid u got length forget the salon its almost like u get punished price wise for ur length...

[@DSFAVORS]

Thanks so much for watching the video and sharing with everyone. I really appreciate it.

[@caramelskinbeauty6245]

5 years natural 2 big chops & natural hair can be frustrating. I agree with you 100%

[@DSFAVORS]

Thanks for watching the video!

[@cassieDPh]

I've been natural 5 years.....EVERY THING YOU SAID IS TRUTH!!! Natural hair is rewarding with patience, but patience is a must for beautiful natural hair.

[@demitriuscarter5525]

Wow, very original! Good job! And you're right, I never seen a video discussing these topics which are quite relevant for the journey. Thanks for thinking outside the box and posting your thoughts. Love your sense of humor too!

[@DSFAVORS]

Thanks so much and I'm glad you liked the video.

[@starseedlove3768]

I just became natural at 43, haven't been natural since I was 12. I also have scarring alopecia wich kept me in wigs alot of my life. I am soooooosick of hair that's not mine,so I'm going to try and restore my hair and work with that. I love your tutorials cause you just keep it 💯💯💯💯!!! I honor that now a days. Thanks for your honesty.

[@shammaravirgem1917]

YOUR HAIR IS SOOO BEAUTIFUL!!! I LOVE YOUR CURL PATTERN TOO!!!

[@angelab.2843]

Love your honesty. Knots !!!!! You 're the first one to mention that jewel. Ughhhh.. thanks for keeping it real.

[@tracyforest2493]

THANK YOU!!! I wish i would have had this video when i went heatless natural....i bought literally everything people said would make my hair curly....WRONG. it took me a year of keeping my hair completely moisturized...trying things that ABSOLUTELY did not work for my hair..it wasnt a wash and go it was a wash and fro...but after a year...i found my groove...make my own curling cream, gell and curl revitalizer...now my curls are poppin. Any time i get frustrated...i remember my stylist saying people pay thousands to get curls like yours...and i carry on! THANK YOU AGAIN.

[@DSFAVORS]

Thank you so much for leaving a comment and I'm glad you like the video!!! Please subscribe to my channel.!

[@emmilywoods5781]

New subbie. I like your approach. So many things you said were me at the beginning. Been natural for years and just realized the consistency SACRIFICE is worth it. After spending all the time in the world and finally realizing something as simple as LOC nor LCO work for me. Had to tweak that thing. You spend a lot of time.... Amen!

[@StaeHall]

Starting my natural hair journey and I appreciate the heads-up! This is the year of journeys for me --- so Ready Set Go!

[@iningee1032]

You brought forward every challenge I experienced with going natural. I'm new to the natural hair journey and it has been challenging. I'm learning everyday how to care for my hair thanks to the great videos you and others make. Thank you for making this video.

[@DSFAVORS]

Thank you for watching and I'm glad I could help. I'm sure you will get it down in no time!!! Good luck.

[@tenisejohnson4231]

Thank you for being so honest and real about going natural! I am trying to decide if I want to go natural but am not sure about the time and if I will even like my hair. I have been watching many youtube videos and yours is the first that talks about what it's like, the pros and cons. Thanks again!

[@sonjabristol5700]

I just found your channel yesterday and subscribed immediately, and am playing catch up from the first of the year, lol. Your texture is similar to mine. I also have waist length hair and have been natural for almost 20 yrs, but did not do a big chop, just transitioned slowly (the struggle was real at times). And even being natural for so long, I still switch products from time to time. I love your videos!

[@sariahv9552]

I'm a natural college student and I wish someone would've told me how expensive this would be. I defiantly wasn't prepared to start paying $20 overtime I bought deep conditioner. The past few months I've had to make my own deep conditioners that don't work as well as some KZbinrs claim. I also wish I knew how hard it would be to deal with all the different textures in my hair once I transitioned. I'm 1 year strong and trying to stay committed.

[@DSFAVORS]

Thanks for leaving such an honest comment!!! Hang in there and give it a little more time to see if will work for you. I'm all about trying to save people money so I plan on trying out cheaper products to see if they work on my hair, so that people on a budget can afford them. Thanks for watching the video and please subscribe!

[@oliviaburrell-jackson9280]

Sariah you don't have to use all natural products. I've learned the most important product is a good conditioner so I splurge on that. if I can't afford it then mix some oils (castor, honey, and olive are my favs) with cheap conditioner and that's just as good.

[@daniellebrunson2464]

also try cantu leave in conditioner hair repair with shea butter my hair loves this have my curls poppin and its 5.99 at target.

[@nell_uhh]

Try Taliah Waajid products they’re between 7.99 and 9.99. Her products are natural and great for the hair. I used to purchase Shea Moisture but it’s too costly. Taliah Waajid works just as good, if not better!

[@p.harris3005]

THANK YOU!!! I agree with everything that you said.. Couldn't have said it better!!! I am a natural and I experienced everything that you talked about... It's been almost 2 years and I'm STILL learning how to deal with my hair and what works and what doesn't work...although it has gotten better it's still challenging at times and I must say that the KZbin videos give lots and lots of great information but at times my expectations end up in disappointment just like you brought out in your video...Thanks for keepin it real!

[@DSFAVORS]

I'm glad you liked the video. I really want to help people on their natural hair journey, so I had to think back on all of my experiences in the beginning.

[@nikl250]

You are on point about avoiding heat. My hair had grown so pretty and long. I did not use heat for over 2 years. I flat-ironed it and loved the look. I decided to get a Dominican Blow Out and my hair immediately began to come out. I had to get my hair cut really short and start over again. I found out that chemical damage could be repaired, but severe heat damage could not.

[@1aubret]

Thanks for the truth.. I'm just starting my transition to natural. I'm also from the D/FW area. It's nice to watch someone from the metroplex. Much Success

[@maureenziskind3332]

Love your honesty. Keeping it real all the way. You rocked it and gave great info!

[@KBerryButtafly]

Not only do I have the same tightly coily/kinky hair as you, but I really appreciate this video and wish I had this info when I started 4 yrs ago. You described my experience to the tee ... knots, tangles, silky and shiny when straight and having no idea what my hair was going to look like. Thx for sharing!

[@DSFAVORS]

Thanks so much for watching and I'm glad you could relate to some of the things I mentioned. I appreciate the comment!

[@militarymom8659]

Thank you SO much for this video. I have a very, very short natural style - was thinking about growing, then coloring. Now I know better. One of the main reasons I cut my hair down to the waves was time and effort - I wanted a quick, simple routine. It takes me 5 min to shampoo, moisturize and brush. It may not look glamorous but it is clean, neat and drama free. Your thoughtful video is much appreciated!

[@DSFAVORS]

Thank you so much and I hope it helped. I tell people all the time, don't focus on what your hair looks like, as long as it's healthy.

[@evayaaasantewaa448]

You're doing a good job. I've just watched several of your videos and have decided to subscribe.

[@tarlettawilliams5132]

i definitely understand. when my hair was straight i had a hairstylist and after my big chop i did absolutely nothing to my hair for a year besides maybe wash and condition every 6ish-8 weeks. no styling, protective or otherwise, no moisturizing (ok maybe once a week by ' mistake ' so i could kinda comb it, no DC, i mean absolutely nothing. I'm officially entering year #2 and I'm just now learning about the health of my hair.

[@selenabrown8123]

Girl your hair is 💣 !! My hair is waist length now and you are hair goals for me 🙋🏽 .. Your length is my challenge now 🙆🏾... thanks for sharing and happy healthy growing 😘

[@DSFAVORS]

Thank you Selena!!! I appreciate the support on my channel.

[@brookelatir]

Thank you for keepin it 100% you said all the number one facts. You had my laughing so hard because you hit the key points. WashNGo is not a wash and go...lol. I love your channel! ❤️💕 I've been natural most of my adult life but my hair was never healthy because I didn't know to have consistent routine and deep condition. Your amazing! I was so surprised to see your hair curly. It's beautiful!!😍 I agree, your straight hair and curly hair is night and day. They are both very beautiful and different from one another. 🌻🌺💕 thank you for sharing! Can you make a video sharing your favorite products for curly hair, you wash day routine and how you detangle your hair?

[@DSFAVORS]

Thanks for leaving a comment and sharing. I have a video up regarding my natural hair regimen which covers curly hair products. I haven't posted a detangle video yet, but I think I . may hit on it in my Curly to Straight hair video!

[@shereenerobinson2431]

Thank you so much. This encouraged me to research - research - research. To remember I am Me, my hair is my hair, be Patient - learn from my missteps - Time is my friend. God Bless

[@lpgilber]

I see naturals sometimes beating up on other people for their choice of what they do to their hair without giving them the reality of what it takes to handle natural hair. Kudos for you for being real!

[@dajaa1201]

This is true! It seems I'm always a student to my natural hair journey, it's constant trial and error. However, when you finally achieve that go to natural hair style you feel so good and accomplished

[@DSFAVORS]

Yeah, I"m four years in and I continue to learn about my hair. I see so many styles I want to try but I'm afraid it won't come out right, and I got WAY too much hair, to be wasting time! lol

[@dajaa1201]

lol! agreed.

[@nique4k62]

I'm only 13 but I do everything by myself including washing my hair,deepconditions,treatments,and I trim my hair myself..and i first stopped getting Jerry curls 2 years ago and i initially didn't have the intent to go natural I just didn't get my hair done in a while ..its really hard being natural and doing everything by myself but I'm hopeful..and u were right about the wash and go because the first one I did i didnt put any products in I just left it to dry and it was hooorrriblle..but GOOD LUCK TO ANYONE JUST STARTING THEIR JOURNEY❤❤❤also it's kinda hard cause my mom doesnt wanna waste money on it