TOP 3 WORST PROTECTIVE STYLES FOR NATURAL HAIR

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What's up cousins! I decided to give you guys an EXTRA video this week and since we're going to be talking a bit about protective styles this week on my channel, let's kick it off with the top 3 (cough - 4 lol) styles that AREN'T REALLY "protective".
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[@FinallyAmber]

I can’t believe how many of y’all have never heard “nathan” used as the dramatic say to say “nothing” 😂😂 No different than saying “wanna” for want to! If y’all really think a COLLEGE EDUCATED, almost 30 year old woman doesn’t know how to spell “nothing”... 🤦🏾‍♀️🤦🏾‍♀️🤦🏾‍♀️ You really pressed lol It’s clearly all fun... but DON’T TRY IT in these comments. Because I can really show you what this vocabulary can do if you like 🙃😂

[@kennedysmommy6625]

I understand it being that I'm NC born and raised. I say this all the time. Forget everybody else lol 🤣🤣🤣

[@takayasweeney]

We said/say it in MI...it could be a regional/age thing too?🤷🏾‍♀️ Some folks just like to pick as well. Keep doin’ you cuzin💗💜

[@zhaniag5661]

I say it ALL the time 😂😂

[@ybarrett]

And Nathaniel too 😂

[@kristianlauren89]

Us southern girls understand sis!!

[@exox7534]

Thought this was going to be about mini twists phewww

[@FinallyAmber]

We good, sis! 🙌🏾😅❤️

[@AngelicDiva1988]

kara x 🤣🤣

[@khadijahgarba8182]

Same sis! I clicked so fast like 'what's wrong with it' 😅

[@brittneyhuggins9541]

Same 😂😂 that’s why I avoided this video at first 😩😩 I wasn’t ready for the heartbreak

[@MsLexiJay]

Lol. Right

[@HazelGoddesss]

Making me want to do some mini twists, but then I think about my arms and butt hurting 😭

[@FinallyAmber]

Hazel Goddesss 😂😂 do it like Naptural85 and split it over 2 days.

[@jiahbrown380]

@@FinallyAmber I took your advice and did it that way and whewwwww chile.... i spent 5 hours on one side so i'm glad i took your advice lmao i'm so hurt.

[@J.Anita24]

Facts

[@bluknightearl5068]

Its called rope twist

[@BrownSugaFoodie]

Hazel Goddesss 😍 love ur channel

[@nightangel3578]

Leave... out... styles... don't... protect.

[@FinallyAmber]

Night Angel agreed.

[@DayoOgunde]

nah if you’re doing crochet and just leaving edges in the front it shouldn’t hurt bc to blend with curly crochet you can just use mousse and twists

[@TooMuchMiracle]

Say it again!

[@jodi-.-]

Dayo Ogunde you still stressing your edges by applying products while the rest of your hair is tucked away

[@micahthaoriginal6316]

Protecc

[@PurpleReign413]

If the style requires leave out and you’re natural. It ain’t for you sis 😩

[@FinallyAmber]

😂

[@AfroTae]

learned this the hard way lmao

[@ImaniMonay]

Unless the the style matches your texture, like Afro textured weave.

[@shhhbequiet1497]

It worked for me. My hair grew from bob, to almost mid back .

[@tatyanahinton7157]

Huhhh wish I would have seen this a while ago... Now I'm on a new hair journey to fixing the damages made...😕😕😕

[@staciii]

Everyone is doing mini twists lately and I'm here for it

[@FinallyAmber]

Staci ‘tis the season!

[@BrittanyAppiah]

Glen CoCo Honestly!!😂

[@marlenek2158]

Just did some on my hair tonight 😀

[@125loopy]

Sigh, I can't do mini twists. My hair isn't very dense nor is it very thick and mini twists would be 50% scalp 😢

[@kapparhotau181]

Mini twist are cute but it would take me 4hrs to do and the detangle would be a nightmare as I'm allergic to coconut oil, so I can't use that to take out my twist

[@monicaaa_e]

“for the love of little black 6 pounds 8oz baby jesus” 😭 instantly liked the video just because of that💀💀💀

[@FinallyAmber]

😂 I'm so glad to have people around me with senses of humor 😂❤️🙏🏾

[@Mi-gs7xg]

Lmao that part was funnyyyy😂😂

[@KayBeOnline]

@@FinallyAmber girl I'm finna add this to my vernacular 🤣👑👶🏽🍼

[@QWAsingz]

Me too😂

[@niquej1990]

@@FinallyAmber But its the truth tho sis ! Shalom!

[@NaturallyNella]

"Single file in a kindergarten line"😂😂

[@FinallyAmber]

Naturally Nella 😂😂😂😭

[@curlyxvoun2605]

Naturally Nella she literally said it when I read this😭

[@stgatteka17]

@@curlyxvoun2605 same

[@danielleasante2170]

Just that made me stay for the whole video😂

[@peachez1516]

With frontals and closures, why the leave out? Unless you young and ya mama don't wanna buy you one of 'em... then wyd baby? We grown, GET YOU A LACE!!! Whether it be wig, frontal, or closure please braid ALL yo hair down to sew on top of. -Maya Angelou

[@FinallyAmber]

Glitter_Gloss not quoted by “Maya Angelou” 😭😭😂😂

[@peachez1516]

@@FinallyAmber she probably thought it somewhere in life maybe... allegedly. 😂😂😂😂😂

[@lovinglight8058]

Glitter_Gloss 😂😂😂😂😂😭😭😭😭💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀

[@bethany08able]

😂😂😂😂

[@blalala5837]

Lmfaaaaooo "Maya Angelou" 😭😭

[@cuetziezz]

That Middle or Side Part decision used to keep me up at night

[@FinallyAmber]

🤣 me too sis. me too

[@salimaj23]

Omg the struggle! 🤣😂🤣 it would define if I actually Finish my hair that night lol glad those days are ova!

[@billnyethescienceguy365]

Girl😭😭😭 Same👄

[@chichidaniels2677]

for real

[@Niabiafoefia]

Your little bun buns are so cute!!

[@FinallyAmber]

Thank you! I really liked my hair like this! Cuz they shollll too straggely to wear down lol

[@GEMNaturals]

I don't know why, but that "Nathan" in the thumbnail cracked me up so much 🤣

[@FinallyAmber]

😂 thats how yall know I meant business 😅😂

[@EclecticElegance13]

SAME!! 😂 I was real tickled

[@brittmyzone8agarden]

Girl you're not alone. I get weak every time lol

[@LsUNIVERSE]

Same! 😂 I clicked just from the title. Good one!

[@TahtahmesDiary]

I definitely came in when I saw that, very funny 😂🧡

[@Lexusmilan]

I’m a victim to the bun damage.

[@creativelynelly5429]

Sameee

[@mysticbutterfly3227]

Same it has been a frienemey challenge

[@vanessajacobs1561]

bruh same💔i hate itt

[@trinitysmith2226]

Sameee 😭 now all I wear is mini twists

[@YMGDarhmy]

Girllll meeeee toooo!!!!! I just realized that I’m now suffering from traction alopecia! My whole front hair done be thinning out 😭😭

[@gigglyfitzgirl]

I think all protective styles can be harmful if you don't know what you're doing. But I also think all protective styles can be beneficial if you DO know what you're doing. Even sew-ins. Why don't more women do sew-ins with hair that matches their natural texture so they don't have to mess with their leave out?

[@FinallyAmber]

gigglyfitzgirl that would be the most practical. But honestly, even then, you’d had to manipulate that leave-out to keep it moisturized. I would suggest getting a full sew in that matches your natural hair ✊🏾❤️

[@boparks3204]

Ive had a sew-in a few times, but they put so much tension on my head when seeing tracks in.

[@Lafilledlapluie]

More expensive

[@mitzukiqueen446]

4c weaves Are kinda rare

[@laadelia5982]

Mitzuki Queen : a few years ago yes, but nowadays that false, you can find A LOT of afro texture extensions ( weave, clip ins ect...) for ALL price : like better lengh, heatfree, hergivenhair, ect.. and a lot of Aliexpress vendors ( Yvonne, dolago, Queen Beauty weave LDT, ect... )

[@AlexisDanielle1]

Cousin I love how you recommended other youtubers videos on this style instead of making a whole video about mini twist when people on here already has done it. That’s why you’re one of my favorite KZbinrs. 😘💕

[@FinallyAmber]

Aww thanks so much, Alexis! And yes! Gotta shot out who inspired you to do/try something! Annnd it saves me some work! lol

[@AlexisDanielle1]

You’re welcome 😊

[@naturallyjelly2277]

Wigs aren't really a problem. I don't wear them I'm always wearing my natural hair but I do know you can just take them off and moisturize your scalp lol so wigs are a good protective style in my opinion

[@FinallyAmber]

Agreed! I love them! I mean, I know why some people give them a hard time because some people abuse it with the wig glue, but if you're not doing that.. I think they're GREAT!

[@kyeshacarter7807]

Wigs helped me

[@kyeshacarter7807]

That's also cuz i take care of my hair really well and don't rip it off even when I'm tired especially when i have glue on it

[@gensai93]

@@kyeshacarter7807 Same, my hair never got long under I started wearing wigs/long term protective styling with them is so convenient. I wear a different one every day, but don't have to keep styling/manipulating my hair that often and it looks cuter than my frizzy braids that haven't been redone for a few weeks.

[@tyroneallen2644]

I think wigs are great. I'm not a big fan of lace fronts though because I think it's stupid to glue something to my head that lasts two days. I take my wig off and care for my hair religiously. I do still use glue every now and then with diamond bond shield

[@Ms123lovely]

Girll i thought you was talking about the twist 😂😂 i was finna cry

[@taylorross1427]

Omm. I was like "guuuuuurl the mini twists is my go to, please dont tell me I've been messing up my hair" lmao

[@sumosophy6823]

Same 🥺😂

[@Machenziethemodel]

I’m still disappoint that synthetic braid hair is laced with a chemical that irritates your scalp.

[@FinallyAmber]

Hopefulbond yeah that sucks! A lot of people rinse theirs in ACV first though and it seems to help tremendously!

[@Ibs983]

I was the same until I used ACV. It makes the hair shiny and removes the chemical at the same time. I usually leave it for 30 minutes to an hour. Then I usually shampoo and condition or if I'm lazy I just rinse out the ACV and leave it to air dry

[@Machenziethemodel]

Finally Amber yea I know but who wants to buy hair then boil it. 😆 but my allergies are too bad.

[@perfectlyimperfect8146]

My scalp doesnt get irritated but I understand what you're saying .... some folks get it BAD.

[@lakeyiadouglas115]

The Best hair is Spectra EZ BRAID HAIR. It is ITCH FREE, AND Its not irritating to the scalp, and the ends are already tampered. Its not synthetic its like human hair.

[@muqitaroberts2367]

“Middle part or side part?” 😂😂😂 OMG this was a serious question!

[@Stefdotnet]

🗣🗣FRONTALS ...they been snatching edges long enough!!

[@Feliciatanktop]

Frontals look so cute but after watching my friends, my sister, and girls on KZbin laying down the hair... it’s a lot of manipulation

[@Lafilledlapluie]

Oop!!

[@JoyJoy-oc7su]

Felicia no it isn’t

[@nappynatural23yrs]

Straps no glue they good

[@aysiaaa3122]

if they’re snatching your edges then you’re not doing it right

[@ValentinoQ]

you are soo right! there was this one week in 2017 where i wore a sleek bun 7 days in a row and it effed my hair up forreal. you are pushing out the videos! yass!

[@TiffieJ]

When you said take your hair out of the bun. I realized that I still had my puff in . I took that ish ish down whoa my head feels BETTER. NO MORE PRESSURE

[@FinallyAmber]

🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾 Gotta let that blood flow!

[@TiffieJ]

@@FinallyAmber now I'm about to moisturize my hair again, ugh i i lose moisture every 2 days ...any tips?

[@kalisworl]

@@TiffieJ this is two years later and im not her but i put some good hair oils and water in a spray bottle and spray that on my hair and reapply a hair milk or leave in conditioner...i found it really kept my hair nice! edit: i also started using a satin bonner and i think that has helped with moisture retention as well!

[@CupcAk47]

Yesss cousin! Wasn't no lace wigs when I was coming up in the world. lol. Remember "invisible part" weaves.... yeaaahhh… that happened. lol.

[@FinallyAmber]

Alex Danelle 😂😂 they definitely did! I could never get with those, though. They always looked like helmets to me 😂

[@ladylowe3917]

Wigs have been around for years....🤔

[@CupcAk47]

@@FinallyAmber it was awful! 😂😂😂 you didn't miss a thing by not participating in that trend. 🤦🏾‍♀️

[@CupcAk47]

@@ladylowe3917 I was specifically referring to lace wigs and their accessibility to the average person. 👀

[@kiarae9545]

Box braids is alllll I wear*whew* I thought you was gonna come for me lmao

[@brianacherry776]

Girl I thought you were about to say that mini twists aren't a protective style. I was gonna die 🤦🏾‍♀️💀 because I love them.

[@naijaroots5061]

Your mini twist is everythannng!!

[@FinallyAmber]

Naija Roots thank you, cousin in love! ❤️

[@bethany08able]

I watched just because you put "nathan" 😂😂 I knew it was gonna be good

[@FinallyAmber]

Bethany Bryant 😂😂🙌🏾❤️

[@BrikLi]

I screamed YES about the rubberband method! Those little rubber bands have always snatched my hair out and my straight off the boat African rooted hair can handle a lot!

[@kendrawood4698]

But why did I keep getting caught up in the beauty of your teeth 😍😍😍😍

[@FinallyAmber]

Kendra Wood aww thank you! I had braces for 7 years 😩❤️

[@shontapl]

Now you got me looking..lol

[@lisaschaffnit2047]

Beautiful teeth. Perfect lips OMG.

[@inhle1688]

Finally Amber 7 years??? Omg I’ve had mine for 2 and a half and now I’m worried

[@blackgothgoddess3164]

It might be the gloss drawing your attention to those perfect teeth?🤔 I know that's what got me😇

[@MsLisaLisa89]

I've always wanted to do mini twist back when that was Naptural85 used to do them all the time. But the way my hair and procrastination is set up, I'll end up with dreads lol

[@FinallyAmber]

lol oh no. I'm procrastinating taking mine out as we speak, though. I really didn't want to keep mine in longer than 2 weeks

[@ahawkins6081]

MsLisaLisa 🤣🤣🤣😩

[@RoyMane]

🤣😂😭😭😂🤣

[@blackgothgoddess3164]

I'll do medium chunky twists, but my patience is not there for mini twists. They cute, but detangling and taking it down??? Not I! 😂

[@KimberlyCherrell]

Such a good video and so true!!!! Tell em!!!

[@FinallyAmber]

Kimberly Cherrell thank you, sissy! ❤️

[@megnornoo6971]

Your hair is gorgeous

[@TrishyaG.]

I learned that the HARD way! My edges got so thin from box braids. I discovered spring twists a few weeks ago and I'm IN LOVE!!! The hair is so light, I got to do it myself so it helps a LOT!

[@equillabutler1346]

Hey cousin!! I agree! I think any style where you can not properly moisturize/care for your hair under is not protective. That's why I like wigs cuz I can slang that thang off and let my hair under breathe amd get care BUT wigs with all glue snatching out edges or leaving them glued on for weeks and months without a wash or moisturize is a no go

[@FinallyAmber]

agreed and AGREED! I love wigs because of the accessibility it gives me to my natural hair, BUT just like anything else, if you abuse it, it definitely can cause damage!

[@MooBerry2009]

Maaaaaaaan I faithfully snatch this dddd wig off EVERYday when I get home lol

[@redhotcandy6629]

Omg those little rubberbands are horrible. It breaks ur hair like crazy.

[@nia42479]

I recommend soaking them in some oil before use and cutting them out instead of pulling them out

[@vi7990]

@@nia42479 those rubber bands were the reason i wasn’t noticing growth after i took my braids out😂

[@thisisdanie]

My mini twist could neverrr 😭 My lil fine hair. I love the look of them and would do them if my hair was thicker. I’ve been struggling with a protective style that works best for me, but I’ve really been stuck on wigs.

[@FinallyAmber]

Danie Mae lol I have fine hair, too! That’s why I wear mine in up styles because down they’re very straggly looking ❤️

[@bbappzz98]

Wear them like that! I have short hair so i have no volume but the more i wear it, the more it grows on me. It pushed me out of my comfort zone and makes me appreciate my hair in all its forms

[@adavis5646]

I have fine, low density hair 4c texture. I do midi twists, and set them on orange perm rods for a curly bob. Mini twists turn into locs with a week of moisturizing for me. At least with these I can wear for two weeks and not feel bad when I have to take them out for a good wash.

[@latoyamcfadden3199]

My hair was thin due to braids but i dont touch my hair weekly. I deep condition weekly. I use aloe vera gel to thicken. My hair thickened with 2 cornrows that i don't really touch but once a week. Now.... lol. I can do mini twist that i can leave in. Ohhhh the main choice oil is must. No braids for me. Makes my edges bald. Smh. 🙄

[@adoRebelstyle]

I have fine hair but I've been doing them the past few years. What works for me is plating them at night so they're crinkly. It adds volume for days when they're too flat for me.

[@krystalbrooks960]

LMAO that part about leaving wigs in 2018 had me rollin. If you can rock it, then rock it !

[@pbmyah9799]

I started doing my own hair and see a major difference

[@jazzdaagreatestt3645]

PB Myah girl yes me too I been natural since I think 2016 and been growing my natural hair it’s thick and long but had many setbacks it would have been longer if I wouldn’t have went to certain hairstyles they too scissor happy

[@pheneishawinford8489]

I made the decision to stop wearing sew ins all together. I was not the fan of the tension and limited access to my scalp. Now I’m investing in wigs!! I also like crochet styles. I have more access to my scalp and I can add moisture

[@FinallyAmber]

Pheneisha Winford yes! And wigs truly are investments! You get a GOOD one that is QUALITY and VERSATILE. You are GOOD! 🙌🏾❤️

[@jsr3019]

@Phebeisha I had a sew in and when I took it out, I had a big bald spot in my head. Thank goodness I have very thick hair. Weaves are a no no.

[@AliyahChantel]

I love how all of you support each other! I think you all should link up and host an event together. 🤦🏾‍♀️💕

[@FinallyAmber]

Aliyah Chantel that would be AMAZING! ❤️🙌🏾🤔

[@BYRDStheWORDxoxoxo]

Yooo you just got a new subscriber, forget the concept of the video for a moment you have me at the intro with “For the love of 6lbs 8oz baby Jesus”😂😂😂😂😂

[@FinallyAmber]

😂 Hey Cousin Victoria! ❤️

[@fioreirving]

That Pocahontas wave to the “let go” 🤣🤣🤣

[@FinallyAmber]

artsy_fifi 😂😂😂❤️

[@fruityfreddie658]

I had somebody tell me a relaxer was a protective style, something along the lines that you get the new growth and while it grows in you not doing anything to the other hair but perming it and then once your hair grows you stop perming it and it’s fine. Sis, bless her heart.

[@FinallyAmber]

wowwwwww. Yes. absolutely bless her heart 😩

[@FinallyAmber]

What’s up Cousins! HAPPY SUNDAY! Today was a super chill day for me, so I was able to get some editing done to get this video out EARLY! 😍 Yep, there will STILL be a video TOMORROW @ our regularly scheduled time! Love y’all! 💙

[@charisthemama5684]

Finally Amber love the new fancy intro + edits 💁🏽‍♀️😍

[@jocelynokafor5914]

Finally Amber switching it upppp 😍😍😍

[@taylormade9748]

The mini twists are so cute! That’s my favorite protective style.

[@FinallyAmber]

Thank you so much, Taylor! I really like how they turned out, too!

[@jhoniikemp]

Whoever never heard of “Nathan” doesn’t listen to Notorious BIG. He used Nathan in regular Conversation and in his music.

[@TheodoreBakes]

Right!! "They dont get nathan but penetration..." Lol

[@jaylanjay2494]

You acting like he created the word. Whoever never heard nathan just don’t know slang.

[@jhoniikemp]

@@jaylanjay2494 I never said he created anything. I just simply further explained sentiments of his personality any fan would know if they listened to BIG regularly. Relax, you’re taking it to far it’s Friday,….

[@kamikoils9336]

“For the love of 6lb 8oz baby Jesus” 😂😂😂😂

[@BryannaGordin99]

i love when i get my messy faux locs put in, no clean parts and I leave my roots a little loose, i love it. just about the only protective style that looks better and better the longer you wear it!

[@nicolestevenson6187]

these mini twists are the cutest thing ever 😭 i really want to do this

[@FinallyAmber]

sade nicole thank you so much, Sade! ☺️

[@cutie4life131]

I will forever love sew ins ....I can’t give them up they grow out my hair like crazy. I always use closures though and moisturize my hair. Lol ☺️ braids are my go to but always leave edges out .

[@FinallyAmber]

See. As long as you know how to do it SAFELY! ❤️

[@cutie4life131]

Finally Amber Amen 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽. That’s the main problem no matter what style you do people don’t take care of it.

[@KellyKels23]

I love your twists! Im trying to wear mine like that all winter but they're not very long so feel iffy about it sometimes. I have tried stretching them yet. I've never worn a wig or any kind of weave so this is the best option for me.

[@FinallyAmber]

thank you!!

[@marquitafreeman9830]

I had a sewin in for about 28 days and only flat ironed it twice 😂😂😂 Can you say hats!! 😂😂😍😍🙌 ( It's cold on GA)

[@FinallyAmber]

😂 ok ok! I feel that! My creative way to blend my leave out without using a lot of heat was always a flat twist in the front lol

[@thatgirlayhanah]

Why is winter considered protective style season. Its the only time I can actually straighten my hair without it getting ruined by humidity and wear other styles I want. I live in Florida and there constantly humidity in the air, it makes my hair frizzy all the time. I look forward to winter just to wear my hair since there's no humidity. And don't even get me started on summers...its so hot that the last thing I want to do is deal with hair so that's an automatic braids/twists season for me.

[@ItsJakeIII]

Bc the weather can be too dry for people to apply heat and wear it out. I prefer straight hair in the winter too bc it can last.

[@ershiafrancois3571]

Winter clothes- the friction from wool and other fabrics scarves are made of can break the back of your hair

[@iatejimin271]

Same the only time I'll get a blow out is in winter I also live in Florida btw

[@Browndigs69]

Everyone's different boo.

[@PrincessYonna1]

Exactly I never understood that at least in the winter my hair will stay looking nice during the summer it’s frizzy and poofy

[@AreEnnAyee]

That background is swoon worthy 🤤 ... the last shade tree sew in I got took the majority of my hair with it 😭 ...so I just stopped 😢.

[@FinallyAmber]

I'm so glad it's not just me. When I was setting up my new background I was like "girl ... this is a vibe!" -- but i also tend to amp myself 😂

[@AreEnnAyee]

Finally Amber aye if you don’t, who will 🙌🏽

[@thedejahdenise]

You had me at nathan lmaoooooooo. I fell victim to the bun breakage this week smh

[@lishastokes6725]

I am currently transitioning and has been for 2 years and for my protective styles I wear a full lace closure or a full sew-in no leave out and it has been amazing! I have retained so much length.. HALLELUJAH!!!! :-)

[@Anyahwaters]

My mini twist shrink more than 50% 🙄

[@FinallyAmber]

lawny mine do, too. I blew my hair out in order to twist them ❤️

[@hueyhendrix7040]

Stretch girl stretch ! 😂

[@fayepatrice1672]

I have to do mine on dry hair the day after washing.

[@AshyKashi]

I get around this by doing braids instead and feeding in braiding hair at the end to add some length

[@kay-ty5rx]

Add a little bit of beeswax, promise it won’t hurt! Add some wax and stretch the twists in sections w/a cloth scrunchie!

[@SheReaDelSol]

OHHHHHHH this background is fiery

[@FinallyAmber]

SheRea DelSol thank you boo!

[@MadchenLear]

I NEVER do a protective style starting at the roots. I twist or do single braids about half an inch from the roots. But I have loose roots and the rest is 3a/3b so it doesn't look different when I take it down. That's helped me sooooo much, now I'm close to waist length.

[@lovelyrjayy7569]

Instantly subbed because of the southern accent 🤣 I’m from the south and it’s hard to find KZbinrs who talk like me! Love the video!

[@FinallyAmber]

Yay! Welcome new cousin! ❤️😘

[@rebeccacano4679]

Been wearing a bun everyday for 4 years since I’m on the army. Hair has not grown. The struggle is real 🤣

[@kjbatts9253]

rebecca cano try using aloe gel with your style. Aloe has grown my hair a lot and I have low porosity hair. Hope this helps 💪🏾

[@thefruitofherlips]

I say “nathan” all the time when I wanna be extra, so you good!!

[@djohnonson]

“Country Cali Cousin!” Omg that’s so cute, why am I just noticing this?

[@FinallyAmber]

djohnonson 😂😂 thanks cousin! ❤️

[@millionairemae]

Literalllly lmao Middle or Side part is the only thing I knew for the longest 😂

[@FinallyAmber]

Mae Rushing really! And it would be HARD decision because you would literally be stuck with whatever you chose til you took it out lol

[@millionairemae]

Finally Amber I was loyal to middle parts they gave me Gabrielle Union vibes they never failed me!

[@kingkoilyfro9147]

Truth on the box braids😑 like no ma'am. When you started talking about leave outs I am still dying at ol girl from paternity court🤣🤣

[@FinallyAmber]

Right! Your braids should not be like 👉🏾 IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII across the front of your scalp lol

[@nicoleadams1312]

So quick question. Box braids w/o rubber bands ?

[@scarvesnthangs]

This is really interesting as to what protective styling means today. About 15 years ago, maybe longer the model wanakee used the term to mean protect the ends of your hair from the air and from rubbing against your clothing. She suggested oiling of the ends often then tuck them away. No splits meant healthier ends and you get payoff in length retention. This was way before the hair boards and a lot of relaxed ladies were burning and French rolling at that time. 😂some were even doing the baggy method to keep those ends moisturized and wore those bags under a phony pony. It was that serious. 😂

[@paolabelizaire3297]

Mini braids (braids without extensions) are also a great protective style.

[@moonliqx2211]

Right that last longer and I feel like the would have a less chance of matting

[@convoswithtoya]

Love you video!! I only wear sew-ins for special occasions. Other than that, I get someone to cornroll my hair & then I crochet looped braids in or twists. This way I still have access to my hair to nurture it properly. It’s been working awesome so far!!😍😍

[@sammidget8199]

Please do a video of what products are needed for different protective styles and what order to apply the products for each protective style for best long lasting results

[@milanwrld]

I really want to do my hair in mini twists again but I always get different results and I hate that my hair grows in layers 🙄

[@FinallyAmber]

My hair does too. Its definitely annoying lol

[@kaykay7271]

Mines grow in layers. I just style them. My signature style is to put them in a bun at the top and leave the back hanging down

[@theflowerabovethestars4741]

Girl yes Jaelah and Bri is my hair saviors🙌🙌

[@michelejones3154]

I love your mini twists cuzzin! I also like small/medium coils.

[@FinallyAmber]

Thank you, Michele! I don't know why, but as much as I've tried, my hair REFUSES to stay in just plain finger coils. No matter what kind of product I use 🙄😩

[@LizH6479]

Hey cousin! Totally on point! Even my ponytail causes tension after a full day of wearing it like that. The canopy needs to be relaxedddttt

[@FinallyAmber]

same here! my bun HAS to come out at the end of the day! Even if I know I'm just going to wear it the same way the next morning 😩

[@rakeisha]

I’ve been doing mini twists this whole quarantine.

[@user-zu9cw2xq7f]

Looks good! Yes mini twists are a style I can easily try. I’m waiting in the “how to” video. 🤞🏾

[@FinallyAmber]

Thank you! I linked Jaelah’s in the DB! ❤️

[@user-zu9cw2xq7f]

Finally Amber Thanks! 👍🏾 My Hair is super coily curly so maybe I’ll do it on dried stretched out hair.

[@hyrunnisa997]

I'm not against wigs...I'm just against people wearing them because they are ashamed of their hair...if it's not the right curl pattern or not long enough...or not thick enough people throw a wig on it. If more people embraced their hair it would be nice. If you wear it because you just need a break from messing with your hair that's not a problem. My sister started rocking her cute bald head and I'm here for it. Loud and proud!

[@laurynpending6958]

100% Agree! !!!

[@AshA-yl6mn]

I’ve been loving mini twist. It’s so easy to manage once I’m done .

[@Queen_Laureign]

I love this style in your hair. It's so freaking cute!!!!!

[@FinallyAmber]

Thank you Lorraine!

[@LuvMeOrHateMe59011]

I love my high puffs so you really got me on that 😩😩

[@catsseighteen4365]

I’ve never seen anyone else put hoops in their other lobe piercings omg, that’s like my FAVORITE way to wear earrings 😩 loved the video sis!

[@nikigregely8964]

I had no edges before and I started using rubber bands to bunch up what little hair i had in either sides of my hair and that's what restored my edges so.. The second one is definitely a protective style for me.

[@FinallyAmber]

yikes. hey! whatever works for you though! ❤️

[@naturalsincebirth2]

My mom was advised to put rubberbands in my hair when I was a toddler, My entire little nappy naps were scant and patchy. It worked for me too, my hair flourished. I don't do it now since it is longer, my hair would come out haha

[@taylorashford2728]

Buns can mess your hair up!!! It can destroy your curl pattern and traction alopecia is real y’all ! I had to shave my hair off just to start over lol. I’m now learning how to grow my hair out without the unnecessary styling . I’m glad that I’m doing this because it’s better safe than sorry.

[@blalala5837]

Yep. I went through this 2 years ago all in the crown of my head due to buns.

[@soupafleye]

Taylor Ashford ME after wearing buns 80% of my life😭

[@arj8383]

That’s only if you wear your buns tight and too frequently

[@darbabesfrm3022]

I can wear buns if I want to

[@taylorashford2728]

Litty Cakes never said you couldn’t

[@mayahdavies7152]

My hair is so short and this is really helpful! Tysm girl and slay those double buns!

[@FinallyAmber]

Get Y’all A Edumacation thank you! But I am DYING LAUGHING at your username and pic 😭😭😂😂🤣❤️

[@HomeLM]

You are on it!!!! My go to protective style is a double strand twist... foreva!!!

[@janishatravels]

You and Jaelah have made me want mini twists. Ima break down and do em this week! They look so bomb on you!

[@trishalachell]

Two strand twist are my go to for the fall and winter. I can't or don't want to put a hat on a wash and go so I do that still and flat twist styles with two strand twist in the front. It's less manipulation and my hair grows a lot during that time. I got a lot of inspiration from 4aDaniels(unfortunately she has not posted a KZbin video since Feb 2017, hope she's ok) and mainly my girl Millicent Swift aka Naturally Michy.

[@lisangelblack9070]

Look up indigenous stands here on youtube.

[@oliviaburrell-jackson9280]

Millicent Swift is my girl! I love her styles. They're so easy, cute, and they last me for the entire week.

[@trishalachell]

@@lisangelblack9070 Yes I have watched her videos as well.

[@trishalachell]

@@oliviaburrell-jackson9280 Exactly, she's so talented and I get plenty of compliments with her hairstyles.

[@jodi-.-]

I wish I could twist on my natural hair but I’m a new natural so I’m in the short stage and my hair sticks up 😐. All i do for winter (right now) is box braids till it “hopefully” grows

[@millennialmuze]

6lb 8oz tho cousin??😂😂 ..but i agree especially with transitioning hair, we need to moisturize on a regular!

[@FinallyAmber]

😂 Jesus was perfect so 6lb 8oz seemed like a good, healthy weight lol 😂

[@tunonceknows6044]

@@FinallyAmber My son was 6lb 8oz so glad to know him and baby Jesus weighed the same at birth!! 😅😅😅

[@kennaportorreal626]

Your twists look good girl!!!

[@nellybae8074]

Omg I been wearing my hair like how yours is in the video for about a month, I’m thinking this is my hair style forever lol everyone compliments my hair and I like how it looks

[@FinallyAmber]

It's super convenient! But make sure you take those twists down and re-do them, soon! Don't want to cause any tangling issues! ❤️

[@nellybae8074]

Finally Amber yess it sure is! Thanks for reminding me think I will get on that now 😌

[@nikki6315]

Cousin...plz leave these faux locs in 2018! They’re super cute and I’ve had them once but I will never ever get them again. How the hell are they protective when they’re tight (I still had my edges when I took them out 🙌🏾🙌🏾) and super uncomfortable to sleep on. Nah. Leave them shits right here. Don’t even wait til 12/31. We can leave them NOW....on 12/10.

[@FinallyAmber]

Classy_NK * 😂😂 I’ve only had some once and I did them myself so they were super convenient and not tight at all! But this is how I am with ANY style that adds hair. I always do them myself because I’m truly the only person who understands my hair 😩

[@gensai93]

Any style that's too tight can mess up your hair. If done right, box braids can protect your hair for a while, but it can also cause breakage at your roots/edges if it's too tight. Doing it as a crochet style takes less time and is not so heavy.

[@nikki6315]

Finally Amber I only go to one braid/twist person. She did my hair my entire two year transition and continues to hook me up. She’s amazing and does a good job, hence me still having my edges. I think that style is just a no for me. I want me some box braids soon tho lol

[@jasminetaylor46]

I've had them guys about 4 times and I had my mom use the crochet hook to add the marley. It wasn't tight before, but that decreased the tension while increasing the security.

[@tiffanytoray5524]

Classy_NK * my friend left hers in too long and her hair started to lock

[@autumnstubbs9398]

I definitely agree with the bun & I love a good bun! I made the mistake of not letting my hair "breathe" and ended up with matted hair that took more than enough time to detangle. :/

[@FinallyAmber]

Been there 🤦🏾‍♀️

[@fawn-mariegolden8677]

🤣🤣🤣 I'm loving the Pocahontas wave goodbye.

[@uncagedlearning]

You're so right about this! And you're hilarious. Hair is BOMB!

[@myrnaj4502]

Love the new intro. 💖💖💃🏾 Love the hair!!

[@FinallyAmber]

Myrna Joseph thank you!! I think that’s going to be the one for a while!

[@aliciadortch9061]

Gurl, cause I was for real thinking how I can't do a wig. It's like having a hat on all day. My head hurts. And I actually WANT to wear them since it's cute but the way my scalp is set up, it's always a no. But I also can't even wear Bobby pins all day. Smh

[@anjalE30]

Rubberbands are good for small children - toddlers I use in my daughters hair sometimes and her style last 1-2 weeks. Idk how she messes up her hair so much at daycare sometimes. Lol I soak the rubberbands in amla oil before using. It doesn't break off the hair Her hair is thick long and beautiful ❤️

[@NatashaMorrisonn]

Omg I love your mini twists. I currently have passion braids in and I didn’t know what style to do next until now 😍😍😍

[@jadamcmullen588]

I put my hair in a protective bun at night and every morning and night I massage my hair with my favorite oil and it never breaks off it’s actually benefited because my hair line has gotten thicker.

[@FinallyAmber]

Jada Mcmullen whatever’s clever for you, boo! ❤️

[@tennilleabernathy-osby2369]

🤣🤣Cousin!💙 I’m literally in tears from your intro😂😂. I love it! Your twists are cute! I saw them in IG like ok cousin. I never understood being natural with a straight weave leave out bc you’re burning it every time you put that flat iron on it🙄. I just took my bun out before your rant 😝😂. Thanks as always! Pure foolishness. I don’t hate wigs my big head just can’t wear them😩

[@FinallyAmber]

Yeah. I like wearing straight hair every now and then to switch it up, but I definitely know I can't be straightening my hair to match them! Thanks for tuning in, cuz!

[@bribro23]

I definitely remember blow drying my hair and having it in a slick ponytail for a week ......my hair fit heat damage (somehow) and a lot of my hair didn’t revert back..... so I think its not just the blowdryer(which was on a low setting) and having my hair stay stretched out to much

[@finevocalsonly]

Your comment section is too funny i love that positive energy black sorority type of ish