This is Why Your Hair Isn't Growing (Length Retention Tips)

[@akilahbatyah6505]

You did this! Great info!

[@shadesbyshavonda]

Thank you!

[@delphineblue]

I get so tired of feeling like I need a chemistry degree to understand my hair.

[@shadesbyshavonda]

I hear you - it seems like a lot of rules, but hopefully by watching some of my videos and making a few simple tweaks it won’t seem so overwhelming. The most important thing to take into consideration is your porosity.

[@smith6777]

Just incorporate habits until they become lifestyle

[@cfoster6804]

Same girl...same.

[@joyceg7859]

Aww

[@setapartaay925]

@so true. Once I figured out my porosity, my hair started thriving and it became more manageable

[@marleyhill34]

My hair doesn't retain length mainly because 1. I'm scissor-happy. If I see the smallest split or knot it has to go 2. I am a thalassemia carrier so have low ferritin and haemoglobin. 3. I'm autistic so have neurodivergent stress making my hair grow slow and fall out due to an interrupted growth cycle. 4. I have low vitamin D from having black skin and living somewhere with very little sunlight all year. I look after my hair better than most people I know but they do not have my body or brain or scissor happy hands. Lol!

[@sheabutta5425]

Look into vitamin D3 supplements and increasing your ferritin levels.

[@Sheila-kl2jw]

First of all, bravo for your courage to say everything you wrote. 2. God made no mistake in creating you as you are. 3. Yes you have and will always have challenges to overcome. But, your identity is not limited to all that. 4. God gives us wisdom to manage well the things we can control. And for the things we can't, he takes care of them. 5. God loves you and he will never abandon you. Hold on to him and don't give up. Hoping that will help you 😉

[@marleyhill34]

@@Sheila-kl2jw thank you for your kind words.

[@marleyhill34]

@@sheabutta5425 I can take supplements but once I stop the hair falls out or breaks. Supplements won't stop neurodivergent stress,

[@cfoster6804]

I have number 2.😭 I fixed number 4 simply with vitamin d gummies. I get it checked every 2 months and am sitting at 60 now. Hair stopped falling out.

[@sheabutta5425]

Great video! I was doing great with my regimen until i stopped being as consistent with my iron and vitamin d3 supplements. Im back on them and already noticing a change for the better

[@shadesbyshavonda]

Yes, making sure you get enough iron vitamin D and Vitamin B12 is so important when it comes to hair growth

[@kgraham4850]

​@@shadesbyshavondaHow Much Of These Vitamins Should MG Be

[@RJ-dd4lj]

I have fine high porosity 4c very dry hair. My ends are always splitting no matter how much I try to protect them. My hair usually breaks off a lot in the crown area, also dry frizzy ends. I have since grown out my crown area by washing my hair more frequently, trying to trim the split and wearing mini twist extension braids. I love silk presses but it will only last about a day. Do you recommend any products to achieve better moisture and less breakage? Thank you! I really enjoyed your video!

[@shadesbyshavonda]

Hi! I’m glad you enjoyed the video. Here are a few general tips: Focus on Moisture Retention Use Shampoos and Deep conditioners with humectants like glycerin and aloe. Deep condition weekly, focusing on those dry, frizzy ends to lock in moisture. Use a heat cap or hooded dryer during deep conditioning for better penetration. Use lightweight moisturizing creams and seal in moisture with a lightweight oil (argan oil or grapeseed oil) before twisting. You can also use bond repair treatments every 4-6 weeks to strengthen the hair structure, especially in the crown. Make sure you’re gentle in that area-use a wide-tooth comb or finger detangle only. Your silk press most likely doesn’t last because your hair isn’t properly hydrated. Once your hair becomes more healthy, your silk press should last longer. When using heat, always use a leave in conditioner and heat protectants. Use a lightweight serum before blow-drying and flat ironing to fight frizz and extend the press. Limit silk presses to special occasions and always deep condition beforehand for hydration. Include healthy fats like avocados, nuts, and salmon in your diet to nourish your hair from within. Stay hydrated and consider supplements like biotin or omega-3s if needed. (Consult with your doctor first) Let me know if you would like any product recommendations. Hope this helps.

[@iammamak3]

@@shadesbyshavondaProduct recommendations would be great.

[@shadesbyshavonda]

@iammamak3 I’ll be sure to do a product recommendation video 🤗

[@hotelcalifrida]

⁠​⁠​⁠@@shadesbyshavonda thank you. Could you recommend a good bonding hair treatment? Best

[@mamatosh05]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge. It’s greatly appreciated.

[@shadesbyshavonda]

You’re so welcome. Thank you for taking the time out to comment 🥰

[@AntiJeffreyMcCrayCommunity]

I stopped trimming altogether.

[@nicelagirl]

Me too, and my hair has never been this long! I'm shooketh!

[@adoxgraphy101]

Twice yearly for me!

[@shadesbyshavonda]

@adoxgraphy101 Nice

[@Envlo]

For the past two years I’ve purposely trimmed once a year and my hair health hasn’t suffered.

[@shadesbyshavonda]

That’s great. prevention is key, but if your hair is damaged the best way to address that would be to get rid of the damage by cutting/trimming it off

[@tisser5716]

Thanks for sharing. My problem is split ends. I cannot get past shoulder length. Do dry ends cause split ends?

[@shadesbyshavonda]

Hi! Yes, dry ends are more prone to splitting and breaking.

[@confusedstar-cosmic5517]

Do this, find a protective style you like. Do mini box braids on your natural hair, you can wash, condition and deep condition your hair in these, if needed. Keep the braids in for a while, there's so many videos out there of women, and men, personally my bf because I do his hair, growing there hair in this style, hair manipulation causes breakage, moisturize the ends of your hair more since it's the oldest part of your hair, you'll see results. Me, I am doing a 3 month growth challenge, I'm keep my cornrows in for 3 months, and washing and conditioning every week if I can, 😊

[@tisser5716]

@@confusedstar-cosmic5517 Thanks for sharing.

[@shadesbyshavonda]

My main questions would be what’s your routine and what products are you currently using? Are you getting enough vitamins and nutrients or are you deficient instead? Are you drinking enough water? Do you have hard water?

[@Channel-be7uq]

There are some great hair products for split ends. Just research online. Google: best split end products for natural hair.

[@c.nicole.n]

Thank you! Very informative.

[@shadesbyshavonda]

Glad it was helpful!😊

[@Shameka-j7r]

Thanks for sharing these tips

[@shadesbyshavonda]

You’re welcome 🤗

[@aleciariddick7719]

The tip I loved was detangle dry hair using a leave-in conditioner. I will start doing that now.

[@shadesbyshavonda]

I’m glad you found the tips helpful 🤗

[@nicholemack6328]

Great video 😊 very informative 😊❤

[@shadesbyshavonda]

Thank you 🤗. I’m glad you found these tips helpful

[@MalindaGTV]

Great tips!!! I relaxed my hair in April after being natural for 11plus years. Your tips are going to help me a lot. TFS❤

[@shadesbyshavonda]

You’re welcome and thanks for watching and taking time to leave a comment 🤗

[@Maria-lp3ry]

I was diagnosed with Trichorrexis nodosa by a dermatologist 8 months ago. I had a trim 6 months ago and the stylist had never heard of this term. Therefore, she was not helpful with providing tips on how to move forward with caring for my hair. I thought it was flourishing but unfortunately, it is still breaking. My hair will grow but it will break off. So, it’s is difficult to maintain any length. I have read a few articles on Google which suggested to decrease heat and or no heat but that’s it. I haven’t used heat since my trim and my hair is still breaking. The hair dresser just blow dried my hair using low heat and trimmed it. I deep condition weekly, moisture with water and a light leave in conditioner twice a week, and seal my hair with an oil after I moisturize. Any suggestions will be greatly appreciated!

[@shadesbyshavonda]

Hi! Do you mind if I share this comment in a video with helpful tips?

[@Maria-lp3ry]

@ Please Do!

[@irenebee-kain5770]

Great tips. Do you also have a video about protective styles and how to do it correctly? I have fine hair and maybe my twists are too tight

[@shadesbyshavonda]

No, but I can definitely add it to my list of upcoming videos 🥰

[@irenebee-kain5770]

@marleyhill34 my own hair, a little bit of product, not too tight

[@allthings73hs1yf]

Excellent video.

[@shadesbyshavonda]

Thank you! I'm glad you found the information helpful ☺️

[@WisdomSparksMotivation]

Thanks for sharing ❤❤❤

[@shadesbyshavonda]

@@WisdomSparksMotivation you’re welcome and thanks for watching ♥️

[@nadirashields5357]

Oh and I have low porosity hair

[@user-zi4iu5lj6z]

My hair is natural and very fine. I find that tangling is my biggest issue. I use the keracare detangling mist regularly to detangle but sometimes it doesn’t seem to helping as much as it should. My hair strands snap easily despite using olaplex every 2 weeks.i used to use the meile mint and rosemary oil but i find its a tad to heavy so i now use the olaplex styling oil which is too light. Any advice would be really helpful.

[@shadesbyshavonda]

Hi. Here are some general tips that may help: If Keracare Detangling Mist isn’t cutting it, try products with more slip like Kinky-Curly Knot Today Leave-In/Detangler to help detangle fine hair without breakage. Always work in small sections while detangling to reduce tension and breakage. Use Your Fingers First: Before using tools, finger-detangle to minimize snapping. Then use a wide-tooth comb or a flexible detangling brush. Olaplex is great for bond repair, but fine hair can become overly stiff if overloaded with protein-like treatments. Cut back to using it once a month instead of biweekly. Are you using oil to seal in moisture?

[@user-zi4iu5lj6z]

Hi Shavonda thanks for getting back to me.I currrently use the olaplex styling oil and pink moisturizer, that’s it really. I was using the meile oil but found it a bit heavy . Sometimes I make my own mixture of rosemary oil , clove oil, peppermint, tea tree and an extra virgin olive oil but I’m just using olaplex and the pink oil at the moment.

[@favouro6344]

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[@loowla112]

Looove the video. I struggle with dry itchy scalp no matter what I do. I don’t even have flakes but it’s always sooo itchy. And I’m thinking of getting a sew in. I know it will be a night mare but I want one sooo bad! Any tips?

[@shadesbyshavonda]

Hi, I definitely would recommend (if it’s not flakes and simply dry scalp) preparing your scalp with a specialized shampoo for itchy scalp, making sure that whatever hair you use for the sew in has been soaked and is clean so that you don’t experience an allergic reaction from the hair. Try using a hydrating spray if your scalp starts to feel itchy. When it comes to dryness, you should add moisture first with a water based product. Think of your scalp like the rest of the skin on your body. If your skin is dry, you’re not necessarily going to slather on oils - you’re going to find a way to hydrate it first with something water-based. And you may need to increase your water intake.

[@shanitamorenita]

Sweet almond oil

[@victorianix7679]

Have u ever tried sulfur 8?

[@SariahLoves]

Is using an elongating curling gel the same as stretching hair if you use it for a twist out

[@nadirashields5357]

How often should I use hair oil or serum

[@shadesbyshavonda]

It really depends on your hair your hair will tell you when you need it

[@marleyhill34]

with my sensitve dry itch sore scalp, never. lol! Ok I can use Olaplex on the ends only. Not coconut oil not olive oil, not rosemary oil, not almond oil, not castor oil, not Mielle. Not wild growth, not Cantu oil. Lol! All itch my scalp. Lol!

[@nadirashields5357]

My edges are kind of short my hair is shedding a lot so I am looking for a style that's less tension less maintenance and promotes hair growth

[@yazmynebright5892]

How to reatin length when i trim my ends now its been 3 mths later or so and my hair has grown back now its time to cut my ends again thats my problem i feel like im always cutting off my growth. I just cut my ends in November yes it was needed but now my hair is so short im jot complaining but i am like ugh here we go again I feel like my hair should be longer.

[@shadesbyshavonda]

@yazmynebright5892 Preventing dryness and breakage is key to retaining length. It starts with a focus on nourishing your hair from the inside out while maintaining a consistent routine Try to drink enough water every day to keep your hair hydrated from within. Dehydration can lead to brittle strands. Eat for Hair Health: •Protein: Strengthens hair strands (e.g., eggs, lean meats, beans). •Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Adds elasticity and shine (e.g., salmon, walnuts). •Vitamins A, C, D, E: Promote scalp health and moisture retention (e.g., carrots, citrus fruits, spinach). •Zinc and Iron: Prevent breakage and thinning (e.g., seeds, legumes). Supplements: If needed, take biotin, collagen, or a hair-specific multivitamin to fill any nutritional gaps. (Consult with your doctor first) As far as your routine, ✅ Use sulfate-free shampoos ✅ Deep Condition Regularly: Weekly treatments with a balance of moisture and protein keep hair hydrated and strong. ✅ Always use a leave in to add an additional layer of moisture ✅ Minimize Heat Styling: Limit heat use to once a week or less and always apply a heat protectant. ✅ Protect Your Hair: Sleep on a silk or satin pillowcase and wear protective styles to reduce friction and breakage. Also be mindful of friction from sources we don't think of such as car seats, sofa, collars, scarves, etc.. This is general advice. Hope it helps.

[@triceybbeauty7416]

Thank you for all the tips!😃 I need help with damaged hair. My hair is very damaged especially in the front, more so than the back. I have breakage far up the shaft of my hair in certain areas some near the root, it’s not readily seen when I wear it out in a curly from because it looks pretty full but I know my hair and it’s not at its healthiest. I was tempted to cut all of my hair off and start all over but I’d really rather not. How can I save my hair, strengthen it, and bring it back the health of it without having to cut it off, if possible.

[@shadesbyshavonda]

@@triceybbeauty7416 here is a video with some tips. I hope this helps. Let me know if you have any other questions. www.tiktok.com/t/ZTYDbby5y/

[@Sparkle-ey7iw]

My hair is the same way super healthy long and thick in the back but I have heat damage in the front. My stylist recommended cutting the front 1/2 inch once a month to help get rid of the damage. I also treat my hair with protein treatments and keep it moisturized. This will be a slow process but I don’t want to cut all my hair off when my back id super healthy and not far from waist length

[@cocobronze7587]

My hair breaks off at the ends when i comb it and brush my hair. What can i do to stop it.

[@shadesbyshavonda]

The first thing would be to pinpoint the cause of the breakage.

[@aishanjgirl07]

How did you style her hair? It looks very dry and stiff. Does she have a lot of split ends?

[@shadesbyshavonda]

It’s actually not dry and stiff at all very long and flowy and healthy

[@aishanjgirl07]

@ where’s the rest of the video showing that? Did you trim a few inches?

[@shadesbyshavonda]

@ somewhere in my camera roll I suppose is that OK with you?

[@aishanjgirl07]

@ I wasn’t trying to be shady, I genuinely wanted to see the end result

[@shadesbyshavonda]

@aishanjgirl07 I’ll be sure to feature it in the future video

[@ScoobyDanielsx3]

Amazing advice, thank you!! I struggle most with detangling my hair… my sections are huge! I know I need to work on that for sure ❤

[@shadesbyshavonda]

You’re welcome! I’m glad you found the information helpful

[@leebstill]

What should you do if the slit ends made it all the way to your scalp in most places?

[@shadesbyshavonda]

I would suggest a big chop to give your hair a fresh start

[@jacqualinebranigan6944]

Great video! Thanks for all the tips ❤️!

[@shadesbyshavonda]

You’re welcome ☺️

[@cfoster6804]

Can we do anything to our hair? Lot of don'ts. Starting to feel like if we breathe wrong it'll get damaged.😂

[@shadesbyshavonda]

I can understand how it may seem overwhelming at first, but what you learned when not to do you’re halfway there on your healthy hair journey 🤗

[@bettycouncil6637]

I wash my hair to much nut ido hace eczema and sensitive skin and seborrhea Dermatitis but i see a dermatologist and there my eds i take for it

[@shadesbyshavonda]

How often is too much?

[@bettycouncil6637]

@@shadesbyshavonda like every day because my scalp be itchy I do you ketoconazole shampoo 2 % and sometimes I use Fluocinolone acetone topical solution usp.0.01% this for inflammation or something like that this is from the dermatologist that I go see every 3 or 6 months

[@NicoleHall-u9v]

Not using those type of shampoo n conditioner n I haven't had a trim n years bt my hair grows than it can b at a stand still ion I try Errrrry thing n eat the right foods

[@shadesbyshavonda]

Hi, our hair is always growing and the challenge is usually retaining length. Do you feel like your hair is dry and brittle because the battle with retaining length is not having those ends break off or split.

[@wivinejones7470]

Love the video. What is the blow dryer you are using? Thanks

[@shadesbyshavonda]

@wivinejones7470 Hi! It’s by TYMO. You can use my affiliate link and enter code Shavonda40 for 40% off. (Valid until 01/05/2025) tymobeauty.com/collections/hair-dryer/products/tymo-airhype?ref=shavonda20

[@chiznslavi]

Looks like the Dyson

[@shadesbyshavonda]

@chiznslavi linked it for her

[@AMomEncouragingMoms]

I am having trouble with my 6 year old's hair. My and my other 2 daughters have medium to low porosity hair. She has high porosity hair. I am trying to find ways to keep the length retention for her and sometimes it's a little hard. Her hair is also about a 4c . It's thick but not coarse. I have recently started her on wash n go's as well using creme of nature argan oil shampoo, creme of nature argan oil deep conditioner, TGIN green tea leaves in conditioner, mousse def foam, and blue magic indian hemp hair grease to try to seal in the moisture. The moisture runs out fast. Also do you think she needs a protein treatment or use a bonding deep conditioner. I do straighten her hair every 8 weeks so I can clip her ends. I need help.

[@shadesbyshavonda]

When it comes to high porosity hair, the focus is definitely on moisture and hydration. A good hydrating shampoo is design essentials honey crème . You can use my link to purchase it here amzn.to/3CZ2U4e This is a good moisturizing conditioner amzn.to/3OB9kcv How often do you shampoo? I would recommend using a moisturizing lotion instead of grease to seal in moisture. I recommend that you braid or twist her hair so that it’s not left to do what it wants to do (which may lead to tangles) if that makes sense. She shouldn’t need bond repair products because you’re not using heat often. Is her hair hard to detangle? There are so many factors that come into play.

[@marleyhill34]

I have hair like this high porosity and ultra fine and high density. I can't wear wash and go's all of the time. It dries out my hair especially in winter but also in the summer sun. I deep condition every week and I put a leave in conditioner in ever day. No amount of sealing works for me. It needs to be leave-in mist and a small amount of leave-in cream every day. She's probably too young for protein or bond builders. the main thing is moisture. I had to go to a trichologist to find out that I should be applying moisture daily when most other people do not do this with their hair.

[@7senegalese]

I have high porosity hair and wash and go is a no go. Even for few hours I will have to cut centimeters due to single strands knots

[@tamaragrant3484]

What do you think about crochet as a protective style

[@shadesbyshavonda]

They can be helpful in protecting your hair. I do like them better than traditional braids. What is your in go for your hair?

[@tamaragrant3484]

I’m trying to get to waist length eventually, but I want it to be healthy as well. I find that the backs my hair tends to be longer and healthier than the front, is that normal?

[@shadesbyshavonda]

@tamaragrant3484 Yes, I see this often because we tend to manipulate the front of our hair more than the back or the middle. And it’s not necessarily that the front of your hair is shorter, it could be the same length, but when you use a visual reference point (your shoulders for example), the hair in the back seems longer because it doesn’t have to grow as long on length to reach your shoulders than the hair in the front if that makes sense

[@tamaragrant3484]

Yes I understand because if I stretch the back of my hair it’s at like mid back, but the front part is at like my chin so. Is it ok to spray my hair everyday in the crochet style. I like it because I can still moisturize my hair. In my spray bottle I have distilled water, leave in conditioner and a little glycerin, and aloe Vera juice

[@tamaragrant3484]

Thanks so much by the way for responding to my questions

[@Daphneamy360]

What if you have a hair loss I have Androgen hair loss due to PCOS

[@shadesbyshavonda]

This is a common issue and I will do a video going more in depth

[@cupcakeimanijohnson2488]

I am having trouble with length retention in the front of my hair, it keeps breaking off

[@shadesbyshavonda]

Breakage can be caused by so many different factors, including your hairstyle choice, dryness, damage, the products you use, how you handle your hair, internal issues such as lack of vitamins and nutrients and overall health. Do you have any idea as to the cause?

[@nadirashields5357]

Hi my edges are kind of short and my hair been shedding a lot so what style would you recommend for length retention and less tension and less maintenance

[@shadesbyshavonda]

Do you know why it's shedding?

[@susanreed6040]

Use a serum keep leave in condition TGIN PRODUCTS 😊 Oh they said serum

[@Brazilsince13]

I remember this girl tried to argue with me telling g me that hair growth and length retention were the same thing and I told her it wasn't trying to explain it on a more scientific level and she just wouldnt let up so I let her believe what she wanted. Gave me a headache girl 😂

[@shadesbyshavonda]

I hear you trying to explain the difference between the two is like talking to a brick wall sometimes 😂

[@Brazilsince13]

@shadesbyshavonda 🤣 🤣

[@joyceg7859]

8-12 weeks is too long ( to say out loud ) because you know most ppl are late or like to “ stretch “ it. 5-8 lol

[@angelahoward6256]

When you recommend something use examples or make a video showing hydrating shampoos, or a visual video. You talk fast and it's hard to retain without visuals.

[@shadesbyshavonda]

Noted

[@tammi67able]

How can you gently de tangle the thickest kinkiest 4c hair?impossible

[@shadesbyshavonda]

Gently is a relative that means you don’t have to yank it in order to detangler it. Thank you for watching.

[@Iam.brittjai]

My hair is growing but I’m struggling with excessive shedding which is causing thinning which I keep having to get a correction cut. I’ve been to my pcp and dermatologist without a root cause of the problem

[@shadesbyshavonda]

Hi, this can be due to several reasons such as medications, extreme weight loss, heredity, scalp health, hair care practices, diet & nutrition and stress. It sounds like further testing may need to be done. You also may want to consult with a trichologist or endocrinologist.

[@Iam.brittjai]

@ thank you for responding! The only med I was taking is spirolactone for ance which it also helps with hair loss. I did the scalp biopsy with no diagnosis and my blood work came back normal. This all started after I got some faux locs and my hair was down hill since.. Which test do you recommend?

[@lookbutdonttouchjackson5264]

Why didnt she put heat protection on her hair.

[@shadesbyshavonda]

I ALWAYS use heat protection. That’s a non negotiable when using heat.

[@jcjackson4446]

Show examples with the real 4c hair..

[@shadesbyshavonda]

Ok Caesar 👍🏾

[@coffeebean4356]

You do know that the examples and tips don’t change by ONE hair type right? It works just as well for 4C… no difference from 4B… or A etc…