TOP FIVE TIPS FOR TRANSITIONING CURLS | How To Start Transitioning to your Natural Curls

[@asmith9849]

GIRL. I wish I had heard that your hair curl type doesn’t matter a longgggg time ago!!! So true it just leads to comparison and asking yourself “why doesn’t my hair look like hers?!” Texture and porosity are so much more important. Thank you for this!!!

[@TheFitCurls]

Same!! I’m glad we learned it eventually 😊💛

[@annaburns5382]

Would you please name a few lightweight serums that you like? i have never used a serum. Maybe I should...

[@pamelaconrad1498]

Congratulations on your curliversary! And yay for being blonde... I too decided when I started this curly journey I would rather be blonde than be curlier! 18 months into it I have 2C/3a, fine textured, high porosity curls and I still get my highlights every 3 months - thank goodness for Olaplex! Love your videos!

[@TheFitCurls]

Olaplex is, indeed, a lifesaver!! I only get my color done about twice a year because it always grows out so nicely but I’m not giving it up 😂

[@ALT-vz3jn]

@Keaton Vincent you’re obviously the same person with 2 accounts. Jerk

[@yogapants_teacher]

I’ve spent my morning watching your videos, and they are GOLD! I got lazy the other day and decided to go natural. People lost their minds! I’m tempted to go back to my natural curls and stop straightening all the time...

[@DebRoo11]

Doooo it. Even if you do a few things regularly to make your hair healthier, you won't regret it

[@GinaGillie]

Great video. I just learned so much! Thank you! And happy curlaversary.

[@tomarcrauswell5613]

This is a great video! Idk how I missed it 5 months ago but I'm glad I found now. Thank you so much for all of your help.

[@TheFitCurls]

It’s truly my pleasure! Glad you stumbled on this one 💛💛

[@SuperDflower]

I love your channel. Your tips are super helpful and you have such an upbeat personality. Also I have fine high prosody hair as well come and see you’re my girl

[@TheFitCurls]

Thank you so much for watching and for all your kind words!! You know I got your back 😘

[@dianelewis3372]

Thanks for the tips! It would be nice if you provided links to items you recommend, like that sleep bonnet. There are SO many different versions and styles. Yet I’m not seeing one like what you held up. If you could reply with an Amazon link, etc we’d really appreciate it!! 💕

[@lisaschrimpshire9259]

Just found your channel. Great advice! Thanks, oh, Happy Curliversary!! 🥳

[@TheFitCurls]

Thank you!! Welcome to the Fit Curls Family 💛

[@lisaschrimpshire9259]

The Fit Curls so happy to be here! I’ve only been on my journey for a couple of months but you’ve already taught me so much 💕

[@angelamonahan2573]

Awesome tips- thank you!! I started in January and my "waves" have become full-on ringlets! 😁 BUT, I still have heat and bleach damage to recover from and, recently, I think my protein/moisture balance is off, bc I've noticed some breakage. 😖 I still get discouraged.... even 8 months in! *PATIENCE* Sooo very necessary!!

[@TheFitCurls]

Patience is EVERYTHING, girl!! Sounds like your transition is going great though! If you’re seeing frizz from breakage I definitely suggest a good DC treatment to restore your elasticity. Keep me posted! 💛

[@angelamonahan2573]

@@TheFitCurls Thanks for the ❤, Ange! Today's actually my wash day, so I'm def going to do a nice 30min dc mask. Also, my (very 1st) Bounce Curl order comes today and I'm SO excited!! From what I've heard, their products are super hydrating, so...... here's hoping. 🤞😁🤞 I'll let you know if it works! 💜

[@angelamonahan2573]

@@TheFitCurls *Update!* You're not gonna believe it! My hair had suddenly gotten so dry and brittle that I decided, for the 1st time ever, to try NOT using a 'hold' product. 😱 I used a leave-in and curl cream- but NO gel, or mousse, or hairspray- and, giiiirl.... amazingly, my hair looks and feels the BEST it ever has! Defined, frizz-free, bouncy and so, so soft. I was shooketh!! I had to share this with someone who understands how momentous this is. I think I'm out of transition and my hair is, dare I say.... "healthy"?? 🤯 😄 I'm very thrilled! 🥳 💜

[@robynklatt9424]

I have high porosity hair. My hair loves protein. I never knew there was a connection. I still struggle on definition and it’s been over a year. I need some hands on help with technique. My problem area is the back of my head. I have a cowlick and thin hair in the crown area. I’m 59. It’s terrible

[@TheFitCurls]

I have a lot of videos on the techniques that have worked best for me to create volume, definition, and fullness in my fine curls - check them out and I hope they help! xx

[@merilvalder5257]

Hi Angela, I'm new to your channel and totally love the content. I'm just transitioning into curly hair.. any tips on how to make my curls at the lower half of my head to curl better. The hair tends to straighten out in just a few hours after I style it. I hardly straightened my hair ever. Buy really love your videos especially the bloopers 🙈😃🤣

[@shantellhall1577]

Another good tip is technique is just as important (sometimes more important than) products.

[@TheFitCurls]

Very true!

[@crystalbleau2611]

I love that silk bonnet! Could u give us some links?

[@TheFitCurls]

Check out my Fit Curls Favorite Things video that I launched today! I have my new favorite linked there 💛

[@sunshine5129]

Hey girl hey 😃 great video yet again! Thank you.

[@TheFitCurls]

Thank you so much!! Glad you enjoyed it 😊

[@HiDeeism]

Love this. Thank you so much for your information and this channel. A lot of the products, including silk products are from black women and are Black owned. Would love to see a shout out to them for paving the way in the video and more links to Black owned products!

[@TheFitCurls]

Hi Heidi, thanks for watching!! I always include a list of 50 black-owned hair brands in the description of every video and frequently use products from several of those brands! The Natural Hair Movement paved the way for white women with curls to properly care for them and I’ll always be grateful and give credit where it’s due 💛

[@robertoscardi4919]

FIIIRST! 😍😍❤️

[@melanieb4270]

Have you tried the bowl method or dry detangling?

[@tanyagunton7768]

Is it possible to have low porosity hair even though I have highlights? I find that water beads up on my hair and it seems like it takes awhile to get water in? Yet it also feels like it stays damp awhile and can overly moisturize???? I'm so confused. I know I have baby fine... like baby fine hair, super soft and I believe medium density. But porosity is confusing me.

[@TheFitCurls]

It’s absolutely possible!! I don’t blame you for being confused - porosity is probably the most confusing aspect of hair to grasp! I highly suggest talking to your stylist to identify your particular grade of porosity and figure out the right product types and regimen for you :)

[@tanyagunton7768]

@@TheFitCurls thank you... that's my plan once I actually get to meet her in person. We are Covid closed right now. But thank you for all your great info.

[@ALT-vz3jn]

Angela posted a video on protein moisture balance where she refers to the following porosity test - take a strand of your hair and rub your fingers up and down it. If it feels bumpy you have high porosity and need moisture. If it feels smooth you have low porosity. My hair takes a lot to get wet, but when I did that test it was clear that my bumpy hair shaft meant high porosity. Hope this helps.

[@thebeautifulamerica1]

Hola chica 😷 , awesome info 👍👍👍👍👍

[@thebeautifulamerica1]

Thank you!

[@emkn1479]

Do you have a link somewhere for that bonnet? I’ve been hunting for one for months.

[@TheFitCurls]

SUUUPER late BUT! My new favorite bonnet is linked in the description of my newest video - Fit Curls Favorite Things!

[@jessicagalyon5840]

2 wks into CGM & my hair is breaking off like crazy. I have a huge halo coming off my head. And I am being so so so cautious. Following all the rules. Sleep in satin ON satin. I can live w frizz. I have my whole life.. but the halo of hair that looks so damaged. Each wash it looks worse & worse & worse. Bout to stop the CGM

[@TheFitCurls]

Girl seriously, if the CGM isn’t working for you, STOP!! I don’t follow the vast majority of the “rules” and my hair has gotten healthier! So if what you’re doing is making you feel worse, it’s not the right answer. Try something else 💛

[@ПолинаЧирва-б9и]

Satin IS cotton, it just specific tipe of weaving cotton fibers

[@TheFitCurls]

Actually it’s different fibers entirely! Satin is a weave, yes, but there are two kinds: polyester satin and silk satin. Cotton is absorbent, whereas polyester satin and silk fibers do not naturally absorb moisture or cause friction.

[@ALT-vz3jn]

No it’s not. Satin is made from polyester or nylon

[@yvonneguerra7358]

My pillow case is making me break out 😭😭😭

[@TheFitCurls]

Oh no!! Sounds like it’s time to wash it or ditch it!!

[@Kianarevision]

\Awesome upload! I think you'd enjoy my videos too. Keep up with the great work! 🧡💜