Why Your Hair Won't Grow | 18 Mistakes That Will Stop Hair Growth | Natural Hair

[@shaneice15]

retaining hair growth is the real issue..Not hair growth. The hair grows regardless

[@callmesupreme1533]

@blahblahblah mememe definitely true I use to be one of those ppl wondering why I wasn't seeing length thought it was cause my hair wasn't growing guess it is cause the hair breaks quicker than growing

[@shanikamyers2897]

not eating a well balanced diet...healthy hair starts within

[@MelissaDenise]

Def a great one to add to the list!!! Thanks SHanika!!! xox

[@Miranda9Bella]

+Melissa Denise Can you please share what shampoo/co-wash/conditioning/moisturizer/ and sealing oil you use? Your hair looks great! And what hair type do you consider yourself?

[@keshandareid6609]

Shanika Myers

[@justforlaughs5262]

+Miranda Brown coconut oil and olive oil will seal the deal. your hair is a rose garden. if it gets to hot it'll burn up.. too cold it'll dry up no water it'll die.

[@Miranda9Bella]

+terry smith Thanks😊

[@neisha8604]

My 3 year old said, "That hair is pretty!!"

[@shatiabrunson9045]

neisha8604 aww lol that's so cute

[@dancer17761]

neisha8604 awww

[@shaynabailey9137]

neisha8604 beeautiful ✨❤🙌

[@rubiess5246]

neisha8604 I don't even care

[@johnanderson4386]

KookieChim TaeHorse ok

[@Liviverse]

The best day of my life was when I accidentally combed my hair while damp! I had read in a couple of books (that honestly was not written with natural curly-kinky hair mind, but I was not aware at the time) that combing and detangling hair that wasn't dry would lead to breakage. Then one day I messed up, combed my damp hair, and was amazed that it was actually easy to comb, detangle, and style without breaking!

[@ShelbySteele23]

Girl me too! I used to only comb my hair dry and isnt wasnt until I was natural that I learned it was better and much easier to comb wet hair. Going natural in general has taught me so much about hair.

[@Leahbabez14]

i cant believe you didnt know that... i always comb before, i wash my hair when i put conditioner on and again while its still damp, then i put a ton of oil in my hair etc...

[@michelleturner9155]

recommended one of your favorite condition deep conditioners for me to use I have extremely dry hair that starting to break out that I've had many many times to try and fix I don't bleach my hair but I have started using events I need some advice please help me I love you so much your best friend Michelle

[@michelleturner9155]

I've cut my head many many times to try and get it to grow its growing but then his first break so can you help me just in case you didn't understand me earlier I sent a new one hopefully you can understand this one send me recommended excellent conditioner that you like and that you think will make my hair but I don't have a problem with softness but breakage is the number one thing and I don't call me before you leave put a condition or something in it help

[@esthergeorge223]

Michelle Turner ur head or ur hair

[@justshanie101]

Gurl...my hair has gotten longer and I'm nearly at my goal, I've always had problems with breakage and shedding. Recently, Ive discovered that my hair really likes to be left alone. So now what I've been doing is just keeping it stretched and in a bun. I detangle once a week (always have done that) but now I'm trying finger detangling. And even though the shedding is annoying, I noticed that it wasn't as much as it usually is. So I must be on the right track

[@eVaniwithaV]

I def need to experiment with different detangling methods! Btw, your hair is poppin!!!!! So pretty!

[@Rioxka]

Your hair is so gorgeous!!

[@ameriadams818]

Yours too

[@aleshazeigler6306]

If you have scalp condition like me then it's very hard to grow my hair . I come to terms with my self that my hair won't grow past my shoulders it's ok . I'm more than my hair

[@wendymoseley4044]

so true...

[@koolkidzism]

there's always a way, don't give up hope

[@aleshazeigler6306]

Im not

[@kehinderowland6232]

Alesha Zeigler I wish my hair would touch my shoulders😭I've been natural for 7 years and the longest my hair has been is just touching my collar bone

[@aleshazeigler6306]

Kehinde Rowland oh my God that we have something in common but the reason why my hair won't grow past my shoulders is because I have stopped it should have been two times a dermatologist and they all told me I have fungus infection and a cross between eczema and dangerous so much girl gets very dry and brittle and my hair starts to break off every easily so I can return to accept the length of my hair is

[@TwinkleTinsle]

Ok so all these tips are great but they are for retention of the hair not for hair growth A major thing people forget is that your genetics determine how much hair growth you will have. It doesn't matter how many trick and tips you use, if your genes are not encoded for long, full, thick hair, no products or tips will help you achieve that. Secondly in addition to your genes you diet is a factor that can influence your hair growth. You know that your hair is dead protein right? so once it has grown out of the follicle, all you can really do is manipulate how long the hair stays on your scalp before falling off. Where diet can help you is in enhancing the metabolic processes inside your body that result in formation of the hair strands before they grow out of your hair follicle. Foods rich in proteins and B vitamins really help to enhance said processes. Also supplements help because they work from within. In addition, diet influences your epigenome which can activate or inactivate the expression of genes. So everyone has 2 copies of genes for any given trait; you could have inherited copies of genes that code for both short scanty hair and long luxurious hair but are only expressing the ones for short hair. By modifying your epigenetics with your diet, you can actually activate those genes for long hair and start expressing them to then grow long hair. HOWEVER you have to possess said genes and you have to activate them through internal processes that happen within your body. External factors like less heat, hair products, detangling etc., all just help you to retain the hair that has already grown out Not trying to knock anyone's hustle, because people's insecurities about these things do help with the audience and customer base for products but people also have to know the facts. At the end of the day, you have to love what you were born with. If it is short scanty hair or Long flowing luxurious hair, embrace it, and rock the shit out of it! :D

[@VeeAlee]

well these tips are great for those who aren't meeting their full potential. people think my hair can only get this long but it was not true it was the hair regimen.

[@deedeenelson7399]

Tina Oh disagree. My moms hair is thin mine is thick. My dads hair is straight and mine is curly. Your genes are only relevant to the color and maybe texture so please stop telling people these lies thank you

[@TwinkleTinsle]

deedee nelson lmaoooo wow!! Lol yea let's completely disregard everyone else in your generation line that contributed to your genetic makeup. Let me put this in layman's terms lol You do realize that the genes that make you who you are didn't just magically appear in mom and dad right? They got those genes from somewhere. Then let's add the concept of dominance and recessiveness to the expression of those genes, which means that just because your parents do not express the trait of thick or curly hair does not mean they do not carry the genes for said trait. Genes influence EVERY TRAIT you express. When 2 random people come together to have a child, the child's phenotype depends on what the mixture of genes from both parents produce. I'm really sorry but the magnitude of ignorance in your comment is overwhelming lol unfortunately you're allowed to believe whatever you want, no matter how wrong it is. So while I'd love to sit here and educate you on the concept of inheritance and genetics, which is something I've studied in depth in my career field if I may add, I'll just let you disagree because that is your God given right lol Have a wonderful day

[@TwinkleTinsle]

Valinda Smith that's true, they're great for those not reaching their full potential because they help you retain the hair on your scalp so that you can start noticing a difference in hair growth. I mean if your hair is falling off/cutting at the same rate that it is growing then you won't see a noticeable increase in length and thickness. Yea for some people these tips help because said people are already genetically predisposed to having long hair anyway. Therefore the tips just help to make that growth more evident by retaining the hair

[@humminbirrrd]

Tina Oh Thanks for posting this! When I first went natural I was so frustrated and confused because my hair didn't come out like some of the youtubers', even when I followed their tutorials exactly. I feel silly that it took me so long to realize that my hair never will look like theirs because I have thin hair. Once I understood that, my hair life got a lot easier.

[@alvenealston616]

It is so wonderful that this generation is embracing their natural hair and not putting heat and chemicals in your hair. My generation pressed our hair and wanted European hair, this is not for our hair. Keep the good work up.

[@ColorMeIn]

If only my natural hair looked like this 😭

[@thetongueofangels1882]

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[@erickawoodmore3160]

Can you do a video on a starter kit for natural hair, like product recommendations for people in the beginning stages of their natural hair journey.

[@toshadell]

Thanks for the tips! I'm almost 7 months no relaxer and I can definitely use all the help I can get.

[@ahcnnyl]

All of them across the board. I would also appreciate a video about your transitionning experience, how you felt after the big chop, and what you wish you knew before

[@amandabazil1753]

You're becoming my fav naturalista. Unlike most KZbinrs, a majority of your vids are short and straight to the point. Thank you for that!

[@ImGloriaAnn]

Loved this video and your hair is gorgeous!

[@MelissaDenise]

Thanks lovie!!! xox

[@ayannacadenhead8262]

I like how you get straight to the point with yours tips, I hate when people give their whole life story when doing a video its such a drag. I love your videos btw, thumbs up!

[@ShawnPlusOne]

Wearing my natural hair and finger detangling and not using grease on my scalp and hair works best for me. Love your videos.

[@keepingitkasey]

I just came to peep the hair so cute!!!

[@ShawnPlusOne]

Love this video. I stopped using grease on my hair and scalp and it's growing about an inch a month now.

[@sayji5076]

that's odd because when I was using blue magic grease and coconut oil my hair had never grown so fast. I don't know why naturals are so opposed to it honestly

[@MelissaDenise]

Thanks for watching & sharing!!! xox

[@CassieGrey21]

I use grease it and my hair grows so everyone's hair is different.

[@CassieGrey21]

***** Well hair does seem to grow the most when it's dirty which is true in my case. My hair gets dry really quick so I do apply grease occasionally to dirty hair when I missed wash day by a few days. Plus grease can just be grease or oils, which does help and does work magic for me.

[@justforlaughs5262]

+Sa123 justme so true I grease my hair at least twice a week in between my braids.. actually I can pills the grease on in the morning and by night my hair is dry. I'll then just put cream on the roots..

[@cashynatsgordon9163]

great video and great topic. Thank you for giving the sisters the much needed knowledge and encouragement. your a blessing. God bless you.

[@RCIYAH]

You said this PERFECTLY!! True :-) I've learnt a lot from Melissa :)

[@MelissaDenise]

Honestly thank you so much for this comment!! I appreciate it and YOU! Just glad I can help!! So grateful yall are open and find what I have to share helpful! If I have the knowledge I'm giving it to yall however I can!!! Thanks again love!!! xox

[@MelissaDenise]

Thats so great to hear!! Thank you!! xox

[@amandapeak8020]

Melissa Denise love your hair!!! how long have you been growing it?

[@tainacruz4744]

My hair used to be the same texture as yours but due to all the trips to the salon and a relaxer all my curls are gone and this video definitely helped 👍🏽 I would love to see hairstyles,recipes, wash and go routines and tips

[@tab0108]

your hair is freaking gorgeous

[@deedeenelson7399]

I disagree with you on the protein. Ladies please find out whether you're hair is high or low porosity and then determine how you will use the protein

[@jayeandre6987]

I get lazy too with the detangling then pay for it later. I had so many tangles and vines when I washed it and had sooooooo much breakage.

[@gotmelanin6970]

Omg your hair is goals . I'm going natural and you are really inspiring me .

[@nanijoline9545]

Tip: only shampoo ur scalp unless you have alot of product in the rest of ur hair. Ur hair towards the scalp needs more cleansing because of the sebum that ur body produces. Ive done water only washing and clarified every two weeks. It worked amazing and be mindful of hard water.

[@indigoldd]

No one ever mentions hard water like ever lol....every natural NEEEDSS a shower filter if they live in a hard water area...quite sure my hair was stuck at the same length for years mainly because of washing my hair with it

[@Leaa1901]

Trinity Robertson hm I wonder if that's why my hair's stuck 🤔 do you know if NYC is a hard water area, specifically Brooklyn?

[@indigoldd]

Lea Pres apparently NY water is "predominately soft" according to the city's 2007 water supply report, but I'd get a filter just to see if you can tell a difference. My hair stopped falling out when I got one

[@cdaniels713cd]

is well water bad for natural hair?

[@indigoldd]

Courtney Daniels well water contains minerals that can dry your hair out just like tap water. Best to go with bottled purified, spring or distilled water for washing if you can't get a filter...it'll save your hair but it can most definitely be a hassle

[@Silena94]

What type filter do you have? I recently discovered my house has hard water and would like to purchase one.

[@HeyJamieYvonne]

all of them across the board! your hair videos are great!

[@sandrasebit6521]

Could you maybe do a video where you show us how you do your hair in a entire week? To kinda show how you take care of your protective styles and how many times you protective style a week etc. The tips in this video were extremely helpful btw!

[@FromSyreenaWithLove]

i absolutely LOVE your hair like that. I have been meaning to comment for FOREVER and this is me doing better. love your channel and your videos! that detanglinging tho!!!!!! i feel like it is so hard to get my little lady to stay still long enough for me to be more patient while detangling. must do better. thanks for the tips, always so helpful!

[@MelissaDenise]

Hiiiiiiiii!!! It's great to hear from you Syreena! Thanks for your sweet comment!!! It's funny bc I've always been an admirer of yours from a distance for yrs (in a non creepy way of course lol)!! My dream was to be a photographer growing up so I always loved checking out your blog and was really excited to see you started a ch!! I already knew it was going to be bomb with the eye that you have!!!! Excited to watch it grow!!! You have a gorgeous family! And about that little lady of yours...I would say try and do it quickly when she has conditioner in it and maybe in 2 sections to break up the time. But on the flip side that might not be helpful what so ever since I have zero children and know that I can barely stay focused when detangling my own head lol! Don't be a stranger!!! xox

[@barbarasaunders2160]

Thanks for the info.....I see a slight resemblance to a young Janet Jackson.

[@xenaharrison518]

whereeee......??????

[@emmess7963]

Barbara Saunders i thought the same too!!

[@shannidru9302]

Barbara Saunders I can definitely see glimpses of that resemblance throughout the vid.👌🏾😁

[@xenaharrison518]

L.Shantel Corrigan Dfl wtf you lying why you always lying mmm oh my god stop fucking lyinggg

[@meshab6049]

I was thinking the same thing throughout this video. LOL!

[@bonitapandora]

I swear finger detangling is the truth

[@dezzi9955]

I just love how quick and stright to the point this was! Very informative. Thanks.

[@crazeegurl101]

Love how straight forward this is! ❤️👍🏿

[@AliciaMichelleMakeup]

So about a month ago I did a BIG CHOP I had hair at the awkward length too a pixie cut and in the month of cutting my hair it has GROWN SO MUCH!

[@MelissaDenise]

Thats awesome to hear!!! Congrats on your journey babe!! xox

[@Luv4cam]

You're so pretty and reminds me of Penny from Good Times (young Janet). Great video, look forward to the next one.

[@trinayoung5802]

Great video! Thanks for all the knowledge and tips i needed this

[@kimberlypowell3236]

Thanks for the tips! I can not wait to try some of these on my natural hair.

[@Bloodworthdeb4869]

Thanks Melissa for doing a series, could you include how often do you mist your hair with water. Low maintenance hair styles, healthy foods that enhance hair growth just to name a few.🤗

[@Linda-pr8ip]

Wow! The ad video was amazing! I think that the movie will be great. Thanks Melissa for the tips, my natural hair journey has just began and I could use all the suggestions that I can get to develop my own routine.

[@heatherhernandez9139]

these were actually real practical tips thank you so much

[@jeweltaliaa]

when you hear the Miranda Sings music in the background 😂😂

[@lizm2220]

Please do hair journey tutorials especially for 4c hair and how we can grow hair longer

[@jaz1elise]

Great tips in this video! I've been guilty of some of these, but now my hair is flourishing, and as a result my hair is somewhere in between bra strap length and soon mid back length when I stretch a curl. I need to share this video with female family members of mine that aren't retaining length.

[@pattyflorence2660]

Good tips to go by. I'm thinking about all natural and been watching videos now on a daily basis. Find yours very helpful.

[@simskiara]

+Melissa Denise As soon as Melissa aka Queen said detangle your hair, I picked up my comb and got started didn't took long Thank God lol, Finally someone on KZbin that actually gives amazing advice, I have to the same hair as you and I'm glad to find you. New Stubbie for sure!

[@heatherdotson840]

I'd like to see a video on your fave low maintenance hair styles

[@jazmynediamond8537]

can you please make a video about protecting your edges when doing protective styles? I'm transitioning, and I just had box braids. my edges are struggling!

[@biannwilmer27]

You look like Janet Jackson when she was a little girl. I'm sure you heard that plenty. Thanks for the tips

[@kamluv1237]

Colleen's music in the background 😆

[@rebeccagottschalk6624]

Kamari Jordan 😂😂

[@g02-]

Oh yh

[@Mckay871]

Thank you for the closed captions.

[@itsskayy9300]

your hair looks so healthy long and nice🤯im jealous i want ur hair fr

[@carljohnson5781]

I've been washing my hair every day every day ever since i big chopped and my hair is growing fast and my hair doesn't get dried out it depends on person to person ladies

[@EruvwuObuaya]

Thank you for sharing these practical tips Melissa!

[@KenziM]

I have to braid my hair every night...even wrapping it and putting oil on it in the morning leaves it tangled and matted.. These tips were very helpful!!!

[@kenwins1618]

Great job and thorough list.

[@shereemorgan1430]

As long as you are alive, your hair, nails continue to grow.

[@LOUDLolaLabel1]

Your hair is beautiful! Thanks for this video :)

[@n._eva3610]

a video on anti hair breakage will be awesome

[@vivianuzoechi8653]

Great video!! Can you do one where you go through your deep conditioning routine?

[@UniqueNailz]

Very beautiful hair and great tips 😍

[@cerasimoner4596]

Shampoo's don't treat hair loss but using natural products such as argan oil really make a difference in the strength, shine and health of hair. So when your hair eventually does grow out then it'll look a lot better and won't fall out as. You may visit argan life products’ website.

[@bellaosas5389]

Really love these tips ,especially the second tip . Really useful!!!!

[@erinlippitt8545]

Whoa.. you have the most beautiful hair. I have the same hair type, but seeing yours so long and beautiful makes me want to grow out my hair.

[@sunjourney3723]

Could you please do a video on how to do the hair style you are wearing in this segment. It is gorgeous!

[@jynaemiller1170]

You and your hair looks fantastic! Great video! #hairgoals

[@meagan1169]

my scalp used to hurt when i comb through my hair. now i use shea miracle moisture intense curl styling custard. now my comb glides through my hair and my scalp doesn't hurt anymore.😊

[@sarahryan8224]

This vid is so helpful especially tangling at the root. Ty😁

[@imsophie869]

I was doing most of those! Definitely helped! I will tell you my results without doing all of those next year (2018)! Thanks so much ❤️✨

[@ayanna4498]

have you guys ever heard of the rice water treatment? it rapidly grows your hair you should Google it I'm trying it rn

[@FlameBlader3000]

Ayanna Sarr has it worked for you so far?

[@Unknown_Player250]

i made all 18 mistakes in my hair is as healthy is urs and as long different strokes for different folks and i do not eat healthy either ppl always act like if u dont do this then ur hair wont grow if u dont do that when really all u gotta do is put it in a set hairstyle and wash and condition when its time to keep ur ends clip nd moisturize ur hair all that extra stuff ppl say and do just to record themselves is to much everybody wanna seem like they know what to do just cuz they found something that works for them but that stuff does not work for everybody

[@robbinpickron3288]

All of your hair tips are right on point! & your hair is so beautiful. Can you please tell me if & why sulfate shampoos & conditioners are bad for my low porosity hair???

[@YAHUAHS.SIMCHA]

I've never really messed with my hair and it grew and everything but it was NOT healthy. I realize the more I pamper it the more it grows. I noticed ever since I started oiling, deep conditioning, protective styling and co washing it just loves it! I just snipped a good bit off my ends and omg it's growing so fast. I swear it's like a plant lol the more I feed it the better

[@dione-ariadnebergland1482]

You hair is gorgeous, a video about how to deal with single strand knots would be helpful.

[@Gretelsbetterhalf]

I love that hairstyle!

[@livihutt]

Can you do videos on how you keep your hair during the week and protective styling?

[@lolenzolewis3909]

don't forget that just moisturizing your hair from the outside wont always keept it healthy but like someone said its starts with a good healthy diet and lots of water what you put in your body is what comes out so if u don't drink water and eat healthy your hair can grow dry and brittle and break iff that way too...also try to stay away from products that have silicone sulfates stay as natural as possible

[@vayzete12]

All of the above tips and tricks hair recipes thankx

[@Stephen4President]

I love black women with natural hair, you are Beautiful. #StraightHairIsBoring

[@destinyelle7120]

1. In proper de tangling 2.breakage at the ends 3.do trims 4.detangling method 5.not de tangling 6.brushing ur hair too much 7.combing and brushing hair when dry 8. Co washing, shampoo, braiding, ponytails 9.shampoo way to much 10. Not clarifying your scalp 11.skipping deep conditioning 12. Everyday conditions 13.blow drying on extreme heat 14. Over using of heat 15. Over using of products 16. Over using bleach

[@stephpowell7648]

Really Good Video. Thanks!

[@lifemanager6865]

surprisingly good information

[@macbookwithak3968]

I love this channel! I love you!

[@cali-sun7727]

Once you get passed shoulder length I thing the focus should be how to keep the hair on your head. It doesn't stop growing it starts breaking off because the older hair seems to become more dry and brittle. I'm waist length natural 4c/3a/3b combo. And the dryness is real if your moisturization practices aren't on point. Additionally transitioning into more finger combing methods is mandatory. Just my take 🧡✊🏽😎🤣💗

[@tiffanyb1088]

how can u take care of natural hair when your in the military

[@trency1234]

I Just Started Wearing My Hair In Twist To See If It Might Grow Maybe, And I'm Combing Out My Hair With Water And My Fave Conditioner. Every Week Now I'm Planning On Washing My Hair (I Use To Wash It Once Every Two Weeks) Every Saturing And Using Condition In The Night And Leaving It In My Hair, And Go To Sleep.In The Morning When I Wake Up On Sunday I Wrinse With Cold Water And Style It again In The Same Twist Pattern. I'm Planning On Doing This For Two Terms (Two Terms Is 7Months) And See If My Hair Grows It Is Shoulder Length About Now.

[@2006p]

Your hair, goals!🙏🏽✨

[@Katice634]

Thank you for these tips. After this video I had to subscribe. I need to moisturize more often and clean my scalp better. I have really bad split ends. I trimmed my hair last month.

[@nidia1]

Yaaaaaassss Tips!

[@miam.5075]

First time watching your video, hair is stunning !!!

[@VedrenYuar]

Lovely video. Can you make a video if you can explaining the conditions your hair went through before obtaining optimum fullness and length? Possible with pics if you have any. Thanks.

[@Lunicorns]

Your hair is gorgeous!!!!

[@captainnoodlez]

I'm still rather new in my natural hair journey for videos like this are a blessing, I had no idea twisting daily would actually keep my hair from growing, I'm definitely doing to look into a variety of protective styles I can keep for more than 2+ days. Anyone have tips on maintaining their twist out? How to wrap it at night or what to put in to maintain moisture I'm still at loss.

[@MRSPRINCETONKIA]

Love your hair and your vids I would love to see your hair tutorials and tips

[@orlandoemecheta4468]

If you keep blow drying your hair then slicking it back into a ponytail can your hair break

[@xoyvette6601]

This is very helpful thank you😘

[@vinnettepope8255]

Thanks for the tips

[@Skmu0780]

How often should I twist my hair every night to prevent it from breakage and is there another alternative for a protective hairstyle without manipulating it too much

[@samylynch5185]

love our hair!😘