TIPS FOR GROWING LONG HAIR | How I grew my hair long | Long hair tips and tricks | Natalia Leigh

Today I'm sharing my tips and tricks for growing long hair. I've been growing out my hair for twelve years, and I've learned a whole lot while on this long hair journey. I hope you find some of my tips helpful!
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[@danielarosindo]

My old old hairdresser said my hair wouldn't grow past my shoulders, it's now past my hips, so yes you are absolutely right

[@jullin8230]

She was encouraging 🥴

[@danielarosindo]

@@jullin8230 wasn't she just.... 😅

[@kaitierae]

As someone who plays guitar and rarely does their nails, i have to be careful not to touch my hair/wash it when my callouses are chewed up from the strings or my nails are broken.. making sure your own hands are in a soft & smooth condition is important as well to avoid breakage which i never hear anyone mention because its probably not an issue for most people but i thought i'd throw it out there just in case :) great video, awesome tips!

[@suechris4561]

Hair growth

[@donnahollywood8007]

I'd also like to add that nutrition plays a big role. When I was eating crappy , I had crappy hair that wouldn't grow. When I started eating a lot more fruits and vegetables, what a difference it made!

[@sunsetsky594]

I watched a video yesterday that recommended a supplement called MSM which is organic sulfur. It is the buliding block for carotin. Carotin helps grow hair & nails.

[@a.c528]

It really depends on genetics, I live in UK and most people in here have lushly hair. I don’t think English diet is focus much on fruits and veggies, if so it’s mostly baked or boiled vegetables which doesn’t provide much nutrients, yet they have one of the best hair I have ever seen. So to me genetics play huge role

[@peopledisappointme18]

You can definitely grow your hair even with color hair & heat tools. It's about using the proper products to protect your hair, Redken injection shampoo, leave in conditioner (Purelogy), heat protection cream for hair dryer, heat spray protection for hair straightener and hair oil to seal ends. Weekly hair Mask for hair as well. P.S this is coming from bad hair genetics, my mom's natural hair is fine and fried, mine is past my butt 🙂 it grows fast, it's just taking care of it and preventing your hair from losing its moisture

[@jodiepearce8675]

Could I please ask if your trying to grow your hair out do you need to get a trim? I use professional products, leave in condioner and oiling the ends. No heat, i have highlights I am growing out (done with colouring). Can I go a year or even more without cutting it? I kept noticing my hair dresser is making my hair shorter now so I don’t want to get a trim! But if I take care of my hair do I need to actually get trims?

[@natmya243]

@@jodiepearce8675 Provided your hair is not breaking off at the ends or splitting up the hair shaft you can def go much longer between trims. I think a year is probably a stretch if your hair is damaged from the highlights. Most important thing is to find a hairdresser who will respect your wishes to grow it and only trim a small amount off. I get about half an inch cut off my bleached damaged hair every 3 months.

[@jodiepearce8675]

@@natmya243 thank you so much for this. My hair isn’t even split at the ends this is what I don’t understand why I got persuaded into a trim, after a week my hair goes back to how it was so I feel it gets worse of from letting someone cut. I use moroccon oil on the ends and I was highlighting my hair 2 X a year but I want to grow my hair out now. Also I don’t use heat, crazy tight hairstyles always lose and change so surely my hair won’t break if I’m leaving it alone and using good products? I won’t be getting a Trim for a long time

[@Katiekay.]

Can you suggest a hair mask?

[@sojasoe806]

Nope it's not about products 😅

[@pamelaj1208]

Mine hasn't grown past my shoulders in forever...stress and menopause and genetics are against me. But I'm on this hair journey and my hair is so happy. So, even if it doesn't grow super long, I'm loving myself by caring for my hair ❤

[@jenericstewart]

not to mention getting hair trims. quit doing that, and you'll be amazed how much your hair will grow.

[@YOURRAINBOWBRIDGE1111]

Naturopath doctor here... Stress is a major cause of hair loss The lack of certain nutrients and thyroid problems for starters...

[@hydrachan]

In my youth my hair was exactly like yours now. Except darker and naturally wavy. Then, one day I decided to shave my hair out and I'll probably never let it grow again. It's too much work! hahaha But its beautiful! And I think is even more amazing that you're doing it after all that damage. Congrats!

[@NataliaLeigh]

Thank you! Definitely did a TON of damage, but I'm working my way through it slowly :)

[@lramos8966]

​@@NataliaLeigh Hello there can you please provide me with the actual rice type, brand if I have to purchase at a specialty store ie:Asian?... or online only??

[@yaeltuttebel]

A tip for detangling carefully: get the famous mason pearson brush. It doesn’t pull on tangles, instead it lets them go. Which allows you to detangle with your fingers. It’s amazing! I’ve had my mason pearson for two years now

[@sacredweeds]

I use satin pillow case and a doo rag at night to keep my two braids up and safe. I wash my hair only when my EEG team says so (once a year or so) I condition my hair every month or two or every time I go swimming. In the summer I can wear one braid in the winter I have to wear two since the collar of my jacket tangles my hair. I like brushing coconut oil in my hair because it makes it super easy to brush. Keeping my brush very clean is SUPER important.

[@Beezer.D.B.]

One thing I _try_ to avoid (but can’t always) is wearing fleece hoodies or any rough textured tops, sweaters and jackets. I noticed years ago that they cause bad tangles in the hair at the back of my head and neck… which is also the most difficult place for me to hand detangle.

[@nasreenhosany4303]

So what do you wear in cold weather?

[@debbieventimiglia2216]

My hair is 2 c naturally wavy, low porosity, thick, and past my tailbone, i too only finger comb my hair because its kinda fine, i use a wooden brush, the shampoo and conditioner i use is the giavonni chic 50 50 clarify and moisture, i air dry it naturally, then put it in braids. The hair at the ends of my long braids, i lightly put a good cold pressed extea virgin olive oil on them, this has made a huge difference in my hair not breaking anymore, the olive oil gets soaked into my hair quickly and making it very moisturized and shiney. I never go out in the sun, or cold weather without a protective hair style. I don't use mousse, gels, leave in conditioner s, sprays or dry shampoo s. I believe a clean healthy scalp creates healthy hair. And it also comes from nutrition, i eat two tsp of olive oil a day, i eat gelatin, lots of fruits and veggies. And i stay away from sodas....water, water, water. I try to eat two poached eggs and a avocado every day

[@3beads1arrow]

I tried using satin pillow cases in the past but couldn't handle it. I ended up getting a satin bonnet with cotton exterior and love it.

[@mariecarlson4313]

I loved this video. THANK YOU!! 1. Conditioner bars-Viori or Kitsch 2. I get “fairy” knots but in a single hair. They are so tight I end up taking hair cutting scissors (yes I bought professional scissors) and will snip just above the knot. I don’t know how else to get them out. 3. I do “hunt and peck” where I will trim individual split ends-do you do this? How often do you get a trim? 4. Do you put any oils or products in your hair? You seem pretty natural/conscientious (I like that-I don’t use silicones or a variety of other things in my hair). Please make more videos!!

[@YearoftheAuthor]

Yes the satin pillow cases are great for your hair! I have a lot of them. Cotton pillow cases can pull out hair. That’s one thing I never heard about until I joined the curly hair community.

[@abbeyplankinton4481]

Hair sticks are a definite must for me! My hair pretty much grows long no matter what, but hair sticks are just so much more secure than the hair ties I used before and they cause very little breakage when used carefully. And also hair pins are way better than those nasty Bobby pins that rip out hairs when you take them out.

[@jazzhart1327]

Yes I have found sticks and hair forks are fantastic and look nicer than a hair tie of any kind ... I have recently converted from satin scrunchies

[@marcellebutler4170]

Hi Natalia, I really found your hair videos to be extremely informative. Please do more, I’ve been on a hair journey for about three years and I find I’m at a bit of a stand still again. Also, you look super fit and healthy, so maybe you can do some fitness, what I eat videos. Thank you, Marcelle

[@Sheryl1026]

Great tips! 🙂 Your hair is beautiful! ❤️ I would love to hear about your one year no poo experience & also your safe different hair styles that you use now too! Thanks ☺️

[@sarabrooksloveandlaughter2654]

What a great video! Thank you for sharing! It's super helpful! ❤👍👍

[@rebeccar628]

Your natural color is perfection! Thank you for the tips.

[@PeacefulBeauty]

Hi Natalia! Great video, very informative and your 12 year hair growth journey video is an inspiration to me:)

[@Witchy_Cheree1982]

Please make more hair videos! I’d love a video about washing your hair and about your experiences with hair salons. Your hair is beautiful. I have had short hair for the last several years and I’m excited for my own long hair journey. You are so motivating!

[@therogueeducator8452]

Your hair is stunning! Thanks for sharing these tips :) I’ll definitely have to try some of them.

[@NataliaLeigh]

Thank you so much! I hope you find them helpful!

[@Tarmaman]

Please do more hair related videos! I love your two videos on the subject.

[@amandamccutchin426]

Yes please do a video on different styles! Especially for those of us starting out.

[@9melissal]

The Bar None conditioner bar is great with curly hair so it might be good with your wavy hair too. Really good for slip and detangling.

[@charlottelove9721]

Hey Natalia! I would recommend trying the conditioner bars from Ethique. I love their shampoo and conditioner bars. They are the only ones that don't dry out my fine, wavy hair. Really gentle products. They also have a hair sampler pack so you can try out a few of the bars before committing to a larger one.

[@amemabastet9055]

Cool. I realise I already do some of these things out of pure uninterest with my hair, and a tad of laziness, I guess. And I have always gotten comments about my hair being long, thick and nice. Guess I can notch things up a bit after this list of useful tips. From my own experience, the one single thing that has made the most difference during later years, is that I have changed brushes, so I totally support and subscribe to your tips about that. For most of my life I used the plastic ones with nobs on the pins. A few years ago, at a local market, I found handmade wooden brushes and bought one. It had wooden pins, still with the nobs on top, but they were so much smoother to the hair than the plastic ones. I think it's got a lot to do with electricity. My hair stopped being so tangled and electrically static. Then last year, being in a hurry and needing to detangle the hair when already on my way out of the front door, I used the cat's brush instead. We had a kitten with really long and thin hairs so we had a pretty expensive "showdog" brush for her. Being in a pinch, I borrowed that and was amazed at how easily it detangled the hair in a few brushes, without getting stuck. So I bought one for myself too. The pins are made of metal, but very smooth and without any distinct nobs on top of the pins. The ad for the brush actually said it was superb for detangling dog hairs for show dogs. Go figure... hahaha.

[@cheyhorse0382]

Great video! I have a few silk/satin pillowcases, I always take one with me when I travel so whether I take my own pillow or not I am always protecting my skin and hair.

[@Vickytori22]

Yes please! Can you please do a protected hairstyles videos and a tutorial of your hair wash routine! 😍 Trying to grow my hair out too and your videos are so helpful! xx

[@mochabomb]

You're such a blessing. You know for sure what you're talking about. Almost all your tips im doing for years except I bleached my 2b hair one time below boob length 3yrs ago, and sadly when it almost reach waist length, I didn't have a choice but to cut that part off. I've been using coconut oil pre poo and for light oil to condition, I use Argan oil to tame my natural waves and deep hair mask once a week, never blow dry my hair ever since I was young coz easier to air dry as I live in a tropical ctry. What hair oil do you use? For light oil I'm also planning to try Jojoba oil too aside from Argan. The damaged bleached part I had my hairdresser cut few days ago, he confirmed no split ends but it was brittle n the fairy knots was unbearable. I use silk bonnet when I sleep too. Priority is soft healthy hair first, want all virgin hair now right before my crazy bleaching n coloring. But we should enjoy every length of our hair and be patient, also protect from the sunlight as that is very damaging too! And then less products is more. From boob length now im trying to grow my hair waist length. My take away from ur video is the soap organic shampoo!, it will help me though I'm using sulfate free & silicon free hair products for years. Thank you for your spirit, it really shows you genuinely want to help your viewers and that attitude simply adds up to your natural beauty. Now my hair just boob length and I turned 48 last month and hope I get to almost waist length on my 50th bday, God willing. Im your fan from the Philippines. Hugs! ♥️

[@SarahlabyrinthLHC]

Your hair looks lovely and very healthy! And you are correct - you can learn so much on the LHC forum! :)

[@stiaininbeglan3844]

It is so nice to see a KZbinr with long hair that's actually similar to mine! I have 1b (I think!), fine, slightly wavey, and any and all oils make my hair greasy and heavy, even though they're soo good.

[@YearoftheAuthor]

Some others tips I’ve learned is scalp massaging. It helps stimulate blood flow, feels greats, and helps stimulate hair growth to a point. I’m a huge fan of hair masks once a week. You can get organic coconut oil and put it on your hair and scalp. It’s good for both. The shirt for drying hair is a really good idea also if you get a hair turban. Using a hair turban can also help with volume because your hair dries at the root at different angles.

[@rajinigupta1534]

What's a hair turban?

[@eeaotly]

@@rajinigupta1534 It is a towel shaped in a double triangle form. Practically, you put it on your head like you'd do with any hat, but your hair will be put on the longest side of the triangle. (In order to fo that, you have to lean forward and gather together your hair.) Then you twist that side several times around its own axis. In the corner ther will be a piece of elastic and at the back of your head, the turban must have a button. You grab that elastic and clip it onto the button. The end result will look more or less like a historical turban.

[@chelleavila5962]

I told a hair stylist my hair growing about 20 years ago she said massage your scalp it works

[@rajinigupta1534]

Yours is the best hair journey video I ve seen. And believe me, I love watching hair journey. My hair type is like yours. And I have been trying to grow out my hair since two months! Yeah not very long I agree and I have been following all your tips except that I started wearing my hair in two braids and then wear a head wrap all the time, and when I go to the hospital, ( I am a doctor) I wear a surgeon's disposable head cap, even though I am a physician and not a surgeon. People think I follow the anticovid protocol verrry rigidly😀. So yeah that way I have to do my hair in the same braids only once in two to three days😐 . One thing I want to know, do you have to really trim the ends if there are really no split ends? Anyway again, simply loved your honest almost banter like presentation.👍

[@sacredweeds]

I’m a bit confused by the third qualifier since every time I get an EEG the techs mention how I have a ton of hair but since it’s so fine my pony tail is small. I think I trust the EEG techs

[@turtlefromthenorth]

Your hair looks good. My grandparents had a few old towels that was a bit different, and I was told that when they where young, towels where not usually terry cloth, but a woven cotton and linen. They mangled bed linen and these towels and it all looked very clean and neat. I think you can still get these of you look for them especially. I should not really give any advice on long hair, you probably know more than me, but I have looked a few approaches to protect the hair. To protect against daily wear and tear, regular applications of oils, and conditioning ingredients like ceramides and keratin (a lot of shampoos and conditioners have them) can make a difference. They can prevent hair from getting brittle and porous. If you don't like plastic bottles, some hair products, come in glass dropper bottles. You are of course spot on, the longer the hair is, the older the ends will be, and it is all about protection, care and conditioning to keep it. I know some swear to only use boar bristle brushes and are gentle on the hair. Protection against sun might be a factor too. My cousin had manage to get her light blond hair (natural) to about tail bone lenght, and after a holiday in Spain, bathing in the sea and the strong sun there; when she came home it all broke off just below the shoulder blades, tears and sorrow). My sisters hair wasn't as thick and full as it used to be couple of years ago, after she started on iron and vitamin B supplent (a bloot test showed she low on them), it grew back. All kinds of things we easily ignore can make a difference.

[@kristibbradshaw]

I ordered the shampoo bar and they have a conditioner bar too, so I ordered one too. Can’t wait to use them.

[@mermaidflows4391]

I finger detangle first then use a boar bristle brush instead of conditioner. I've only been using the boar bristle brush for a few months because I had dreads for the past decade but it definitely doesn't break my hair like the plastic brushes and is good at distributing the natural oils from my scalp to the ends. I love brushing now and I always hated it before.

[@santanasg8445]

I don't even like long hair yet I watched the whole two videos haha, but I looove seeing people growing their hair/ loving it

[@NataliaLeigh]

Omg you're so sweet! Those were two super long videos, lol! I appreciate your kind words!

[@cubanadelrey]

Try Viori shampoo and conditioner bars! They are made with fermented rice ethically sourced from the Yao women in China and also they smell amazing

[@watchandpray8918]

Fantastic vid! My hair has gotten sooo dry since I'm perimenopausal. Sometimes I would wake up with a total birdsnest or more than one. If I shampoo, I come out of the shower that way and lose 20-50 strands. Now all I've been doing is putting oil in it. I was using coconut oil but I find sesame oil more effective; slightly thicker. I start at the bottom like you said and work it through. Sometimes it looks kind of oily or wet the first day but then the rest of the week it tends to rub off on the pillow and I just finger come and then tooth comb it without adding any oil and it looks fairly normal. A lot better than having bird nests than would seemingly REFORM 1-2 hours after being thoroughly combed despite the damage. I'm going to look into getting a satin pillowcase. I need to find a BB&B store near me anyway. 😘

[@yamamma9224]

I use Viori shampoo and conditioner bars, they are all natural and make my hair feel great! You should try them

[@dmaliha]

Very pretty and great energy.... Thank you for the tips 🙏🏾💖

[@missdameenor]

I shampoo my hair once a week as well. I would love to see your hair care routine! My hair type is 1a/m/ii Right now it’s a little below my shoulders. Thanks for sharing, I will definitely be more mindful in caring for my hair.

[@-moomoo-.]

Same!!!

[@thegracklepeck]

Your hair texture and thickness is suuuuper similar to mine. This gives me hope that I'll get mine that long eventually!

[@NataliaLeigh]

You can do it!!! I hope to do a hair update soon as well

[@rebeccacannabidragonhogan9545]

Yes please 🙏 More hair vids!!! 😍

[@cranegirl5942]

My scalp was always itchy and my hair fell out in distressing ways. I started rinsing my hair with diluted apple cider vinegar and it immediatley made a difference with the itch and hairfall. I feel so empowered.

[@Gypsyditzy]

You didn't mention putting any products on your hair after washing and condition ing.. do you use a leave in conditioner or any oils etc?

[@lavidaloca9495]

Yes please do more videos about your hair care routines, and share also your DIY please

[@MiaowMcDonald]

great video, Natalia

[@carinas.magnani460]

Thanks for the video. For me, there is another important thing: healthy nutrition.

[@GigiR247]

Hey hun, you can try getting a microfiber towel and a satin/silk scrunchie which are more gentle to your hair 🙂.

[@jennifermcrae3705]

I used henna for many years but my hair does not like color so I have to keep it on for 2 or 3 hours. It washes out in 2 or 3 weeks. Since it’s not a permanent color I still consider my hair to be virgin hair. Realistically I cut off most of the Henna by now anyway like you and it’s just at the very bottom. My hair always felt so soft and now you can order in different colors I loved it.

[@Frossil40]

Cut my hair to my neck two years ago it’s 18 inches now but I want it to be flowing over my chests and miss it being long very helpful video :)

[@t_grumpynoodle]

Hey I absolutely love your videos. I'd say your hair is exactly like mine and perhaps that's why I get pretty connected to your stories. I had a question, Your hair also seems to be on the finer side, have you ever notices cowlicks or idk parts on the crown region when the scalp gets oily or greasy?

[@chezamoonangelaiemma497]

Love your tips😍

[@justme8837]

The coloring of my hair hasn't affected my hair growth but what I think has helped the most is I stopped fighting the frizz and let my hair dry naturally with only a small amount of hair oil and leave in conditioner on the lower parts of my hair and the ends. I blow it dry about once or twice a month.

[@MH-hw4uh]

Yes, your tips are great. I already used quite a few and know they are true. Not sure if you will give this tip, as I’m still listening and most of those tips I live by, but another tip is the way we sleep on our hair. I have mine up and not sleep on the length to prevent splitting and damaging of the length. I have never had the length I have now, which is at my back and that 5 year of growth, not cutting it any more. Yes, I’m usually in braids every day for years, but since recently, I just put a band ring around it to the end or just twist it. Of course I have it in those hospital surgery mesh. So hair can breath. I don’t use satin pillow case as they say that’s best, but satin makes me sweaty. Cotton/linen works for me and I change my pillow case daily.

[@sandylu2668]

Very helpful 👌 Thank you 😊

[@ashzap5122]

Hey Natalia, Thank you.Your hair is spectacular. I was wondering what conditioners you recommend. A lot of conditioners make my hair waxy and sticky. I get fairy knots super easily and my hair type looks very similar to yours; fine stands, not thick, not thin...just right in the middle. My hair seems to never dry so I blow dry on cold air with a shot of warm air at the end of the process. Do you use hair masks? thank you for all your tips!!

[@sunsetsky594]

I'm soooo glad you did this video. I just recently watched another video about growing long hair and that person had VERY curly hair, so being I have very straight hair I was looking for a video that was about growing long hair that closer to straight. Although your hair is wavy, it's closer to what my hair is like and it was helpful to compair informaiton from both videos. I'm gathering information so I can find that routine that works for me. I also will check out the Long Hair Forum. What's your thoughts on the idea of a boar bristle brush?

[@sarahgsilverman]

Clean diet, exercise, no heat, stay away from dyes especially lightening, pre-natal vitamins, and my hair touches the top of my butt and is thicker than ever. It took me 3 years to accomplish this after all of my hair completely fell out from the root and I became bald, after undergoing a major heart surgery at 25 yrs old. If you’re healthy, it shows in your hair! I took the prenatal vitamins in the beginning after I lost all my hair and feeling completely desperate… i believe it was the kick start to my growth and I only took them for about 2 months. P.S. I have never cut it and I do not have split ends.

[@ladyriderlinda7065]

I'll be definitely trying your bar soap for my hair. I use Braggs Apple Cider Vinegar 1 part to 2 parts water with about 6 drops of lavender essential oil. That leaves my hair soft. Thank you for all the great tips!

[@nicolemitlehner3347]

Oiling my hair with hydrating oils before my showers has been a huge game-changer for me! My Hair type is 1B/F/iii.

[@lindsaysmith2401]

I put a few drops of olive oil in my shampoo bottle. It helps make dry hair less brittle. Love it!

[@chloelookingup]

What oils do you use?

[@Satsusss]

@@lindsaysmith2401 does it. It make your hair greasy ?

[@lindsaysmith2401]

@@Satsusss It can. You have to use just a little bit. I like to use pure olive oil and I only but about 1/8 of a teaspoon in a regular sized bottle. Shake the bottle really well too. Scalps love it and hair loves it. It's very concentrated.

[@Satsusss]

@@lindsaysmith2401 thank you so much for your advice. I'm definitely going to try it !

[@ZarinaMachaAuthor]

Whoa your hair is amazing 😍 I have also dyed and bleached my hair a lot and it has not thanked me for it 😂 I'm type 3C, really glad you mentioned hair types as a lot of people don't get the different types and that they all need different types of care, i.e. my hair type needs more conditioner and less shampoo then type 1 or 2 hair.

[@NataliaLeigh]

Thank you, Zarina! And yup, my hair never thanked me for the bleach and the dye either, lol! I was so grateful when I learned about hair typing because everyone has such different texture, thickness, etc., and what works for one type of hair won't necessarily work for another type of hair :)

[@ZarinaMachaAuthor]

@@NataliaLeigh definitely, and that can also be really helpful in knowing what hair products to buy :D

[@lorilee8001]

Hi, First off I am a Beautician...now don't get turned off by that...lol I agree with you on hair care 100 %. That said, I live your hair videos. You seem like a heartwarming person as well. I am currently in a grow out of natural virgin hair. I have like 7 inches of virgin hair except the front, I can't seem to stop the blonde in front but you have encouraged me. I am 57. My hair is one length to almost my waist (between my brastrap and hips). I have the same hair type as you, even the waves. I do braid a lot also, and use scrunchies. You are definately doing things right. One suggestion, try rice bar shampoo. There is a tribe in China of women who grow super long hair (video on yt). I don't know how to attach it but I believe it's called the Tao tribe. Let me know if you find it. On another front, I feel a universe connection to you. Again, hear me out. My mother was a English major and wrote stories but never got published. She loved to write, use to go to writing conferences all the time. She has passed now. Cancer took here August 2020. I would like to continue maybe with her work. Would that be ethical in you opinion? Lastly, another universe connection with you. My husband's name is also Gregg...lol and I am obsessed with van living...lol Tell me what you think when you have time please. LoriLee

[@thebookmachinery]

My hair is really weird as it has changed over time. When I was younger it was 3c/f/iii. Nowadays, it's 2c/m/ii. Anyways, thanks for sharing! Never heard some of these tips before. I will definitely be implementing them.

[@NataliaLeigh]

Yay! I'm so happy I was able to offer some new tips. My hair has definitely changed too. It was 1b/f/ii when I started, and now it has way more texture than it used to. Very interesting!

[@daisymoira11]

thanks for the tips my hair is exact like yours I feel the struggle

[@s.l.wymansrockinwriting6633]

My biggest issue is not only wavy hair but thiiiiiick hair. I go through shampoo easily because I need more to get the roots

[@marymedina5697]

Just wanted to say thank you for giving good advice for hair growth . How often do you trim your hair

[@botanicalbunny]

This was super helpful thanks so much 😊😊

[@MegaLilith77]

I can't find your video about hair styles? Thanks about your sharing! 😊

[@quella9089]

I dyed my hair alot. Done blue, purple, blonde, and black alot. And I agree growing out my natural hair color does help it grow. And my natural color is like medium/dark brown its hard to tell sometimes. But it has helped alot so far. I never had it long at all. But bc of my medical conditions make it harder to grow. But I am trying. And the using no heat is also very hard for me due to fact of me having very thick and curly hair. Cause at times I just want thinner and straight hair. I love all your tips though, they help so much. Thank you.

[@RitaSaverchenko]

Hey Natalia! Thank you for sharing your tips and experiences. Wonderful and informative video. A few questions... Have you tried viori products for your hair? You mentioned you're taking recommendations for bar conditioners. I've really liked the viori products and it seems like we may have very similar hair. The second question is have you compared your satin pillowcase to mulberry silk pillowcases? I have tried both and found that as soon as I tried silk, I couldn't go back to satin. The silk seems to be much more breathable and flexible and does wonders for the skin, too. Also, do you do any oiling? I'll comb your other videos to see if you mention anything of this nature... good luck to you and thanks again for sharing!

[@RitaSaverchenko]

@Liliana The health of our hair GROWTH starts internally. To grow long hair, scalp care, good diet, and patience are three top keys. :) To care for hair that has grown, we want to protect and nourish it with how we 'style', the pillow we sleep on, and the quality of hair products we use. I would recommend braids and claw clips for styling, a silk pillowcase and a microfiber hair towel, and natural product companies such as Calia. :) Our diet and lifestyle plays a VERY significant role in our hair quality. Have you tried of ayurvedic diet and lifestyle? I like it for its personalized aspect...

[@TrinaGallo]

Lightly massaging the scalp when shampooing 😮is a good thing in my opinion. My hair is long & shiny, healthy, etc. I prefer microfiber turbans. Omg I know what you mean about brushing/ combing! (I use a wide tooth comb to detangle.) I wash once a week too! Some great advice 😊😅😅 PS I wear it loose like all the time, especially to sleep on satin pillowcase 😂

[@shyamalahlawat4552]

thankyou so much for these tips these will be very helpful to me throughout my hair journey ❤❤ love from india❤

[@NataliaLeigh]

You're so welcome! Happy hair growing! ❤️

[@DB_of_the_Dakotas]

Wonderful video. Pleaseake more. I have 1b hair and it's also very delicate & fragile. Make one perhaps on maintaining healthy ends(?)

[@jenniferlucic6144]

Great tips! So I get that obviously growing out your hair means you don’t do any extreme length cutting, but what about regular trimming to remove damaged tips? Do you ever trim the ends or just don’t touch it ever?

[@NataliaLeigh]

Great question! I've definitely trimmed my hair over the years, which is the best way I've found to get rid of the damaged bits once and for all. I haven't trimmed it in a while, but I'll probably take about an inch off for the summer to get it cleaned up :)

[@dorothyvyverberg2583]

VIORI makes a nice conditioner bar. Their shampoo bar is very nice too if you ever are looking for an alternative shampoo bar.

[@Melanated_1]

Thank you for the informative vid. May I please know how to order the shampoo bar?

[@ekaterinab6064]

please can you make the video on your trying the no poo method? im currently trying to decide what to do in terms of hair washing and would love your perspective having tried it for a year and then deciding to go with something else.

[@AmandaIsAwesome]

I have really fine strands but it’s thick cause I have lots of it. It’s currently to my tailbone. I do argon oil on the ends and dry shampoo at my roots most days and only wash when I have to lol biweekly to monthly depending how it’s feeling. I do something similar to your bun you described but for a messy bun I twist it one direction then wrap that direction on top of my head and tuck the ends under. So it ties in a knot and I don’t need an elastic. It makes a cute messy bun but is protective at the same time. I also wrap my hair around 2 ultra thick elastics or thick scrunchies (with a small spray of water) to make space buns that turn into beautiful big curls. (I do think it’s damaging the hairs at the nape of my neck a bit tho) I’ll usually wear space buns for a few days then curls then tied into a bun until I want curls again. That’s my little bit of input lol. Love this video!! Great tips!!

[@madelineb5184]

I almost never use heat (occassional blow dry on cold or warm), wash my hair once or twice a week, have never used chemicals to color my hair, braid it every night before I go to sleep, occasionally I do a coconut oil mask overnight, but over my fourteen years of life (with no dramatic chops) it has not grown past the bottom of my shoulder blades. What could I be doing wrong? Why won't it grow? Any tips for slightly wavy, fine hair? My dream is to have at least waist-length hair, but it seems like that will never come

[@mermaidmotel2838]

Did you trimm regularly? Maybe you have split ends and a probably breakeage also, how is your diet? You need to eat healthy. I'm in a journey too, you need to use lightweight leave-in, a mouse or a gel. Braid the hair. Sleep in a satín pilowcase. Only brush wet.

[@saktipadaraj485]

Use invertion method. Be consistent with it. I try it with myself and it's work.

[@carmenwoody3793]

I have long hair since I was 17 years old. I"m 53 now. I never brush when wet cause your hair stretches more when it's wet which makes it break more easily. I do not color my hair with dye only henna. The more vitamins you take the faster your hair grows.

[@maria-212]

It’s either diet or genetics. If you are doing all of these things for your hair like braiding, masks etc, but your diet is poor (lack of vitamins in the food, processed food) than it just won’t be as effective. If your diet is good and you’re still doing all of those things for your hair, but it’s still not growing than most likely it’s genetics, especially if it’s grown extremely slowly your whole life. If it’s genetics, than unfortunately nothing can be really done.

[@grettalemabouchou6779]

Hair growth sometimes takes a break. Be patient and eat properly dear.

[@KristaRobynify]

Thanks for this video! You have very pretty hair!! I was wondering if your hair sheds very much. And what you consider to be normal daily shedding?

[@NataliaLeigh]

Thanks for your kind words! My hair certainly sheds (the hubby is very distressed about it because it gets everywhere, lol!), but I'm not sure what to consider normal daily shredding. It definitely sheds whenever I'm brushing/combing my hair, and it's worse if I let my hair get tangled, so I try to keep it maintained as best I can :)

[@reneebarrette4514]

Yes to ALL the videos!! Especially the no 'poo video. I've been curious about that myself. Do you do any oil treatments or anything like that?

[@NataliaLeigh]

Hi Renee! I've tried castor oil for my hair (wasn't a huge fan, but maybe I wasn't doing it right?), and I've used coconut oil as well. I really love putting a little CO on the tips of my hair whenever it feels dry, and it always feels better the next day :)

[@reneebarrette4514]

@@NataliaLeigh Thanks! So get this. I followed as many of your suggested steps ONCE and I'm already seeing a difference in the condition of my hair! Usually when I shower, I shampoo (the crazy way you described) and only condition the bottom of my hair, otherwise I look like a greaseball. And I can NEVER leave my hair down after sleeping on it (always tied up in a messy bun). This time, I used shampoo on only the top of my head and followed your steps (although I have bottled shampoo) and let the shampoo drip to the bottom, and this morning my hair is soft and amazing and I could totally leave it down! and I've slept on it twice. I already use scrunchies, so that was great, but I lose a TON of hair so I started brushing it the same way you do, and being more careful when I take out my scrunchie and seeing a difference there also!! Thank you for making these videos!

[@FindingDani00]

I never use heat tools, but once I was running really late and had to dry my hair as quick as possible. I used my mom’s hair dryer and it made my hair feel very dry and brittle. Ever since then, I’ve made an oath to myself to never use a hair dryer again, no matter what moment I’m in. Thanks for the tips!

[@gabriellepitts3707]

Viori for shampoo and conditioner bars are incredible! They use the rice that Red Yao women do in China.

[@serralynnsmick4903]

I make a really nice wild and Weedy hair wash and use diluted apple cider vinegar infused with a few herbs that are great for strengthening the hair, nourishing and promoting hair growth for conditioner. Anyone can infuse herbs into Apple cider vinegar, though, and you don’t even need to do that, you could just use regular apple cider vinegar. I’d start with about a tablespoon per 8 ounces of water. I just keep a jar in the shower, and also some sort of maker. I do love the Viori conditioner bar though as will use that occasionally as well 🙏🏻 loving this video. I’m also on a hair growth journey 🙏🏻

[@maggiebalfour4579]

I’m trying to grow my hair long but it keeps snapping , I have very fine hair. Thank you for your video, you have lovely long hair. ❤

[@Countravendark]

OMG 😱 you have such beautiful hair 😍♥️

[@alphabet4020]

What did your mom use on her hair ? Was it a henna indigo mix ? That sounds amazing I would love to use it myself

[@heather1207]

I want to grow my hair long and beautiful like yours but I get gray hair growing in! So I always end up dying it dark. Would you just let the gray grow out? Oh and my hair is fine and naturally wavy/curly and looks like a 🦁 when I air dry it. Have you tried the LUSH shampoo bar? I’m interested in trying those too!

[@ivyagamet4045]

Lovely video, I have pulled similar advice from different hair comunitties. This might be a nit-pick, but what is the difference from satin to silk pillows? Considering between either, which one to buy.. :3 Btw, I have 2a, medium, thick hair. Thank you for the hair identifying page!

[@catherinevaught1594]

Satin is a weave of fabric, silk is the thread. If a fabric is marketed as Satin, it's probably polyester which is a coarser material so it will have more friction against your hair strands and cause breakage. Silk is finer and natural fiber and has antibacterial and antimicrobial properties. Hope this helps ☺️

[@Juhulia76]

i use the jäneke superbrush (big size) and have recommended it to several kids. (am a nanny) and they all only want to use that brush anymore because it doesn't hurt and passes easily through the hair. sounds like an advertisement but it's really something I can wholeheartedly recommend.

[@Serenity-fu8xz]

Yes, tell us about your no shampoo year That would be great

[@brittanimoore4531]

My hair was to my shoulders in 2016, last week when I would go to sit down I would be sitting on my hair. I also haven’t dyed my hair since then as well. I gave myself a trim, but I think I might take a little more. I am also Native American (I’ve noticed in some of these kinds of videos race/culture has something to do with hair growth. 🤷🏻‍♀️) love your tips!😉 Don’t forget about what you put into your body as well, mental/emotional health, etc.

[@thevinlanddragon]

As a guy who has been having a rough time of growing his hair out, this is super helpful! Thank you!😁

[@NataliaLeigh]

You're so welcome! I'm glad you found the video helpful ☺

[@Maria-dm5mh]

As conditioner I use Apple vinager, with water, and no conditioner. It leaves My hair soft and no extraplastic used 😊

[@jodiduncombe4232]

Vivid conditioner bar is great!

[@kristinlee8108]

When you did the no poo method, did you use the shampoo bar then or that’s just something you currently use