There isn't anything you can put on your hair that can increase growth. One thing, however, that a ton of women think is that their hair grows slow when in reality, it's just breaking off.
ur video really touched me. Thanks so much for making it. I been natural almost 10 years but have slow growing thin natural hair. It can be very discouraging when my hair doesn't look right after putting so much effort into it. tk care
Yes, I feel the same way. For ladies like us, it is just taking it one day at at time and refusing to obsess about it. That is why I like protective styles because then i don't have to look at my hair! Take care, lady!
Thank you for this video! It was simple but genius in the frankness and genuineness of the info you offered. I will recommend this video to all of my friends. Even those that have expedient hair growth. The message is so universal. Accept and address, don't obsess!
Your vid is such a blessing to me. I remember being in tears when I lost patches of hair when I was diagnosed with seborrhea dermatitis. There are not many on YT that understand that no matter what some of us do, we still won't have the kind of growth we see with some people. Instead, I have chosen to focus on working out, eating healthier, and losing a few pounds. I realize that there are more important things to worry about. I figure if it gets to bad then I'll just start wearing wigs.
Thank you for taking the time to write this! I am so sorry to hear about your hair issue. It IS very discouraging when you don't see the same rate of growth as others. I was feeling a little sorry for myself tonight! However, I shook it off and moved on. There ARE more important issues and I love how you are focusing on changing/improving things you CAN control. We have no control over how slow or fast our hair grows and must make our peace with that.
All of these tips were good but Tip #2 and #4 actually made me cry. Ive felt this way so many times! Thank you for sharing your tips and advice for overcoming such obstacles. Being natural is just as much mental and emotional as it is physical.
Hey lady. Awwww, I am sorry you teared up, but I am glad my video touched you. I have struggled with my natural hair and you are right, it has been a mental and emotion adjustment. There are times I still want to slap a relaxer on my hair and call it a day. However, my hair is stronger than it has ever been and I have come to like - even sometimes love :-) - it.
Well...wow. Thank you so much for saying that. I was only sharing my experience and I am glad so many people have responded kindly. It has helped me see that I am not alone.
I want to thank you SOOOOOOO MUCH!!! I have been feeling this way very often. I wish more people with slow growing and not so long hair broadcasted videos like this! but they dont and we still feel discouraged! THANK YOU!
You are welcome! Yes, natural hair does not mean you are singing and running through fields of flowers, never to have a single problem again. (heehee) There are problems with all types of hair and I am glad you appreciated my story. Thank you for commenting.
I totally agree with you. I started out natural with a fade back on 1/21/10. as of today my hair is about 5 to 6 inches long. so i decided back in jan. of this year to wear nothing but braids. I have to say my hair grows better with braids. I also stop using commercial products and went back to using just coconut oil shea butter etc... I no longer buy products anymore. so in dec. of this year i will see how much more my hair has grown. thanks I love your channel Smooches
Hi there! It sounds like you have a good regimen for optimum hair growth. I think yarn twists work well for me, too - less manipulation and as long as I keep them clean...it is all good.
"50-11" love this saying...lol... a break from YT?!?!?! what?!?!!? then we wouldn't watch you anymore....lol...everything in moderation...thanks for sharing
i've always thought you were beautiful, but looking at your pics, OMG you are gorgeous and so cute!!! i agree with you on all you said, i went through a phase of envying others' hair so much that i couldn't see my own hair as pretty. Now i can envy "healthily". You are so sweet :) x
(Hard responding to previous comment using mobile)
I have a vitamix. I thoroughly scrub root and wash leaves. Entire thing, raw, goes in (cut up to assist blender). My nails have to be cut down every week when I change polish. Search also Mini Beet Protocol. Beauty in a bulb. Lol!
Okay, my dad bought one of the Montell Williams' blenders, which I think is similiar to the vitamix. He decided he didn't want it, so I inherited it. I think I am going to see if I I can blend up some veggie shakes! Thanks for this!
Thanks so much for the encouragement! I am learning so much from your videos. I truly appreciate you sharing your journey. I just started viewing youtube videos and I'm glad I found your videos because I feel like your hair journey is so close to mine. My hair grows slowly and I'm ok with that. I just want to learn how to take care of what I have and not stress over length. Once again, THANK YOU!!! Love the vids:)
Girl, let me tell you! I started taking biotin and MSM in April 2010 and had to stop in Dec 2010. The supplements caused SEVERE colon "problems" (heehee) and I ended up having to go to the doctor. She blamed the creatine, but I have been taking creatine for almost a decade and never had problems. Once I stopped taking the biotin and MSM, all was well.(phew!) I have to say, though, I didn't see a big increase in growth, either. *sigh*
Hey there how is everybody doing? I am giving NappyNFree along with ALL of you who have responded to this video a standing ovation. Don't compare your hair to anyone else, God gave each of us what we have because He saw it fit, we may not like it but we should. Put it this way, if it is good enough for Him it should be good enough for us. Well said NappyNFree, well said.
I agree with everything you said and feel the same, great vid, my key point to al has been know your hair and its DNA this lets you know what your hair is and not compared to others hair
Hey chicka! Very well put! I was the fro queen til I found YT now the only time I see my hair out is on wash weekend. I like my hair out but my hair hate being out so my hair wins lol...GOOD JOB!
This is why I love your channel. I had to like :) your hair is beautiful missy - this is a very encouraging vid and I agreed with everything you had to say x
I just found your videos and all I have to say is WOW! So informative and uplifting. I'm transitioning and my hair is THIN and slow growing and I just needed so common sense straight talk and I have been blessed. Thanks for the video..I look forward to more~Z
I like that...common sense, straight talk! I need people to talk to me like that, too. Just tell me like it is...I may not like but I have to accept and respect it!
Yes, I agree with TheCoilWhisperer. You have the sweetest spirit and such a joy to watch.
P.S
Sorry it took so long, but that Kali-tone Rhassoul Clay conditioner worked like a charm. My hair has a darker tinge to it and seems like its breaking less and less after each use. Definitely a keeper! Thx to you =)
THIS THE BEST VIDEO I HAVE SEEN ON THE YT! Thank you so much for making this video. You are completely on point. Watching this video is like talking to a friend about hair. I feel EVERYTHING that you are saying in the video. I have made the choice to get rid of the notion of having hair like somebody else. It aint gonna happen no matter what I do to my hair and techniques that I use. I will not fight shrinkage, slow hair growth, and anything else that my hair texture does!
Girl, this was such a sweet comment! The best video? My head is getting sooo big! (heehee - just kidding :-)
Seriously, I am glad that I could help and reaffrim what you already know. We sometimes have temporary insanity as we strive to make our hair do impossible things, but we eventually come around and accept it for what it is and what it can do.
Thanks for watching and for leaving such kind words, friend. :-)
you are sooo honest! when I watch you its like talking to a old friend. Your honesty and your heart has drawn me to your videos. Keep up the good work. I do not have a lot of experience with youtube,but your certainly one of my favs. Keep it up sister. keep on keeping it REAL!!
Girl, I am so touched by all the kind comments. I am overwhelmed. I didn't know what to expect when I loaded this video and gosh, it has been wonderful.
@NappyNFree. See herdaily.com/health/8752/benefits-of-beetroot-health-skin-hair.html. They ain't lyin'! Must be the silica...look I'm not looking a gift horse in the mouth. LOL!!
Girrrllll, I just looked at this site. I may have to buy and eat beets. (Too lazy to juice...not even gonna fool myself! :-) Do you eat them out of the can or eat them raw?
@NappyNFree BTW, watching your video yesterday motivated me to twist my hair. I had planned on doing yesterday but got lazy and when 6pm came around I said forget about it but watching your video I thought to myself the day's not over... just get it done. :-) As we all know, one of the blessing of a protective style is you don't have to worry about what you're going to do to your hair for the following days. :-) No, thank you girl!
Girl, that is the number one reason why I protective style: I am lazy and love rolling out of bed for work without having to get up 30 minutes early to do my hair!
Girl you better preach! Your story is mine, I just haven't had the guts to say it...because being natural is supposed to be all roses and my hair doesn't do ANY of the "cool" natural stuff that I went natural hoping to be able to do. But you're right, my hair is mine no matter what I do to it, I need it to do what it does, and just work with it. Thanks for the video girl, very inspiring!
I was scared to say it, too! LOL! But it is the truth. Any hair - relaxed, loced, natural - has its own set of issues. Nothing is all roses (I wish, though! :-). We just have to see the beauty that our hair has...because all natural hair is beautiful. This past summer has been an eye opener for me - I really fell in love with my hair. (I know that sounds silly, but it is the only way to describe how I felt. :-)
Now that I've seen this I've always wondered. For ppl who have had a jheri curl back in the day and they wanted to go to a relaxer did they had to go natural first or did they just put a relaxer over their curl? I've never have a jheri or nver will. lol Just wondered.
(1) Girl, let me tell you that I had some time switching from a curl to a relaxer! I had to let my hair grow and it took months before I had a good amount of new growth. My hair looked a mess - I was a junior in college and pledging - and was so embarrassed. I remember going to my stylist - hair looked a mess, mind you - and she was hesitating about relaxing it. I was on the verge of screaming when another stylist came over
(2) and said, "Go ahead relax her hair." It was one of the best days of my life! LOL!
Now, my college roommate didn't have to go through that drama. She was able to switch from a curl to a relaxer - no problem. I still don't understand how that worked, but that is what she told me.
Sorry that was more than you needed, but you brought back some memories!!
Great Vid! You sure was speaking to me. Im a slow grower as well, but not as slow as I thought now that Ive been using the Ayuvedic powders. Its allowing me to retain my length.
Thanks for the reminder to stop comparing self to others.
Thank you so much for this video. All the things you touched upon rang true for me as I too am a slow hair grower. I always thought that I was doing something wrong because when I look on YT and see all the other naturals with hair past their shoulders and mine is still at my neck...OY! It can be discouraging. I think you're right in recommending protective styles to keep our length in check. I've found that has worked for me. Thanks again for the Excellent Video!!
Yes, even knowing you are a slow grower, it can be discouraging...especially when it is genetics and there is nothing you can really do to remedy it. However, we will perservere!
My feelings exactly! It's the truth, from what I've been learning the hair and nails are the last to receive nutrition. So if the diet is poor, hair and nails suffer (putting genetics and illness aside, that is). So I decided to concentrate on nutrition FIRST, then keeping my hair protected and moisturized. You're an inspiring person, particularly with your protective styles and yarn braid tutorials! Keep motivating! Thanks! :D
Hi there! Thank you so much! Yes, diet is key, and I strive to eat healthy. Some days are easier than others! If only it took putting stuff ON hair - my hair would be down my back! LOL!
Great video I've worn my hair in its natural condition for a number of years, I love that YT and other internet sites are there with information on how to maintain hair. Understanding what my own hair is capable of and how to care for it, knowing what works for me has been my only concern, for budget reasons I thankful that I've not become a product junkie and thankful for you for sharing your knowledge stay blessed
Thank you! Yes, I have had to learn that is doesn't take a whole lot to take care of your hair. I am in the process of giving away and using up much of the products that I have. My goal is to have one shelf with products.
And, yes, no one can claim ignorance about their hair - the internet has a wealth of information and it has taught me so much.
GIRL! Do you know that I LOVED my curl?! I had such a big-head back then. I was 18 in that picture and you couldn't tell me my hair didn't look good! As I got older, the curls got better because I was able to convince my hair stylist to use bigger rods. Remember how they would use those tiny rods? That was part of why many had these stringy looking curls.
A few months ago, I actually entertained the thought of getting a curl!
Great video! Fast growth when I was younger. Thought I had become a slow grower until I added weekly protein treatments (outer) and raw beets to my diet (inner). Turned out to be retention issue. However, until I knew what the problem was I naturally found the other tips in the video. And I still don't length check.
Huh. What is in beets that have helped with your hair growth? I use to juice beets all the time; maybe I need to revisit this! I am glad you remedied your problem because slow growing hair is not fun!
(2) Again, I told myself off because I was concentrating too much on wht others were doing with their hair, instead of my own. I love how far you have come in your journey since ayurvedic days when you didn't talk to the camera! when you started talking I was so pleased and still am, great vid I enjoyed the pics esp the jehri curl pic too :)
really enjoyed this vid, thank you. It is so nice to see a different perspective on hair growth. I don't length check either, I feel like I need to focus more on the overall health of my hair and the growth will follow. I used to get the tape measure out EVERYTIME i was in my hair and lo and behold, my hair didn't grow much since the day before when I checked it lol! I had to nip in tht obsession! I still admire other ladies hair too, esp the lush moisturised manes.
Thanks, girl! You are right - length checks do become an obsession and is so discouraging because your hair ain't growing that fast...especially when you check it every day! LOL! Yes, the key is concentrating on your hair and less on what others are doing.
I was just thinking today about my speaking on vids and how at one point I NEVER did. I have made progress, not just in terms of hair but in my comfort with videos and talking to people. It is an effort, though! :-)
Great video. I can relate to everything you said :-). I did length checks early on, and it was disheartening. BTW I have the same look in my baby picture :-). I just have one, and all I have is a little patch on the top :-).
Oh no! You have that same baby pic?! LOL! Today, I told my mom that I almost uploaded it with the vid and she commented, "You would get a lot of views then!" I laughed and told her, "Yeah, people would be cracking up and telling others about it!"
I also know the boundaries of my hair. It will grow but is very spongy and does not show it's length. Because of it's texture, applying heat only makes it stringy! I can get some stretch using the tension method but I don't want to use heat too often. Oh well . . . I enjoy watching other people style their hair but realistically know what my hair will and will not do. Acceptance.
Hi 'Lady! Thanks! I like how you say that. It IS knowing the boundaries of your hair and accepting it for all that it does...the good, the bad, and the ugly.
Your hair is beautiful. I too have always had thin hair, bald on both sides lol, But my hair grew fast. NOW, since i have gotten older my hair grows soooooooo slowwwww. I thank God is has gotten thcker since going natural.
You are so right on so many points. I guess I am the type that don't jump on all the bandwagons, but make decisions based on my beliefs and economics. I enjoy watching the styling videos, but was very reluctant to go out and buy all of those products. It can be overwhelming. Find something that works and stick to that. And the lengths checks are like jumping on the scale. DON'T DO IT! Thanks for the video.
I have only jumped on a few bandwagons: the indian powders (love it!) and the steamer (eh). Now, I am like you, belief (an understanding about my hair) and the fact that I need money for more important things (like school, a car and a new laptop!). Having lots products can be overwhelming and I am in awe of those youtubers who buy and use a lot.
I love the analogy of the scale. That's exactly what length checks are like!
I can definitely relate to the hair envy and length checks issues. I did length checks every month at the beginning of my journey for a year, compared it to other youtubers which sort of depressed me since my hair didn't look and grow as fast as others. I no longer focus on length checks and really focus on how to take care of my hair. I appreciate your perspective on this topic!
There isn't anything you can put on your hair that can increase growth. One thing, however, that a ton of women think is that their hair grows slow when in reality, it's just breaking off.
flatlanderdot 1 week ago
ur video really touched me. Thanks so much for making it. I been natural almost 10 years but have slow growing thin natural hair. It can be very discouraging when my hair doesn't look right after putting so much effort into it. tk care
nappyqueen86 1 month ago
@nappyqueen86
Yes, I feel the same way. For ladies like us, it is just taking it one day at at time and refusing to obsess about it. That is why I like protective styles because then i don't have to look at my hair! Take care, lady!
NappyNFree 1 month ago
What a wonderful video...thanks for sharing..Im a slow grower too!
watchfuleye2008 2 months ago
@watchfuleye2008
Slow growers unite! I am a little mad at my slow-growing hair right now!
NappyNFree 1 month ago
Thank you for this video! It was simple but genius in the frankness and genuineness of the info you offered. I will recommend this video to all of my friends. Even those that have expedient hair growth. The message is so universal. Accept and address, don't obsess!
lvr2lvd 4 months ago
@lvr2lvd
You are welcome! I am glad that it may help others "accept and address, don't obsess." (I LOVE THAT!)
NappyNFree 3 months ago
Your vid is such a blessing to me. I remember being in tears when I lost patches of hair when I was diagnosed with seborrhea dermatitis. There are not many on YT that understand that no matter what some of us do, we still won't have the kind of growth we see with some people. Instead, I have chosen to focus on working out, eating healthier, and losing a few pounds. I realize that there are more important things to worry about. I figure if it gets to bad then I'll just start wearing wigs.
Ravenpriestess 4 months ago
@Ravenpriestess
Thank you for taking the time to write this! I am so sorry to hear about your hair issue. It IS very discouraging when you don't see the same rate of growth as others. I was feeling a little sorry for myself tonight! However, I shook it off and moved on. There ARE more important issues and I love how you are focusing on changing/improving things you CAN control. We have no control over how slow or fast our hair grows and must make our peace with that.
NappyNFree 4 months ago
All of these tips were good but Tip #2 and #4 actually made me cry. Ive felt this way so many times! Thank you for sharing your tips and advice for overcoming such obstacles. Being natural is just as much mental and emotional as it is physical.
Alexandriakiel 5 months ago
@Alexandriakiel
Hey lady. Awwww, I am sorry you teared up, but I am glad my video touched you. I have struggled with my natural hair and you are right, it has been a mental and emotion adjustment. There are times I still want to slap a relaxer on my hair and call it a day. However, my hair is stronger than it has ever been and I have come to like - even sometimes love :-) - it.
NappyNFree 4 months ago
This is one of the most important and best videos on hair that I have seen on YT. Thank you so much!!
cheathamk 5 months ago 2
@cheathamk
Well...wow. Thank you so much for saying that. I was only sharing my experience and I am glad so many people have responded kindly. It has helped me see that I am not alone.
NappyNFree 5 months ago
I want to thank you SOOOOOOO MUCH!!! I have been feeling this way very often. I wish more people with slow growing and not so long hair broadcasted videos like this! but they dont and we still feel discouraged! THANK YOU!
Morenax26 5 months ago 2
@Morenax26
You are welcome! Yes, natural hair does not mean you are singing and running through fields of flowers, never to have a single problem again. (heehee) There are problems with all types of hair and I am glad you appreciated my story. Thank you for commenting.
NappyNFree 5 months ago
I totally agree with you. I started out natural with a fade back on 1/21/10. as of today my hair is about 5 to 6 inches long. so i decided back in jan. of this year to wear nothing but braids. I have to say my hair grows better with braids. I also stop using commercial products and went back to using just coconut oil shea butter etc... I no longer buy products anymore. so in dec. of this year i will see how much more my hair has grown. thanks I love your channel Smooches
TrulyUrulyNappyMe 5 months ago
@TrulyUrulyNappyMe
Hi there! It sounds like you have a good regimen for optimum hair growth. I think yarn twists work well for me, too - less manipulation and as long as I keep them clean...it is all good.
NappyNFree 5 months ago
"50-11" love this saying...lol... a break from YT?!?!?! what?!?!!? then we wouldn't watch you anymore....lol...everything in moderation...thanks for sharing
dkblck1958 5 months ago
@dkblck1958
LOL! You are right, but still I stand by my words! =) But I totally agree...moderation to cut down on the bad hair thoughts!
Thanks for watching, lady!
NappyNFree 5 months ago
i've always thought you were beautiful, but looking at your pics, OMG you are gorgeous and so cute!!! i agree with you on all you said, i went through a phase of envying others' hair so much that i couldn't see my own hair as pretty. Now i can envy "healthily". You are so sweet :) x
louloumatou 5 months ago
@louloumatou
Oh lady, you are just so sweet! This put a huge smile on my face! I can't imagine you envying anyone...your hair is GORGEOUS.
NappyNFree 5 months ago
@NappyNFree
(Hard responding to previous comment using mobile)
I have a vitamix. I thoroughly scrub root and wash leaves. Entire thing, raw, goes in (cut up to assist blender). My nails have to be cut down every week when I change polish. Search also Mini Beet Protocol. Beauty in a bulb. Lol!
trini467 5 months ago
@trini467
Okay, my dad bought one of the Montell Williams' blenders, which I think is similiar to the vitamix. He decided he didn't want it, so I inherited it. I think I am going to see if I I can blend up some veggie shakes! Thanks for this!
NappyNFree 5 months ago
Thanks so much for the encouragement! I am learning so much from your videos. I truly appreciate you sharing your journey. I just started viewing youtube videos and I'm glad I found your videos because I feel like your hair journey is so close to mine. My hair grows slowly and I'm ok with that. I just want to learn how to take care of what I have and not stress over length. Once again, THANK YOU!!! Love the vids:)
lovelyrn3 5 months ago
@lovelyrn3
No, thank you! I really appreciate this comment. We are all learning...it really is a journey and I am glad that I can help!
NappyNFree 5 months ago
i know you've accepted your hair growth but have you ever tried Biotin or MSM? I 've heard good stories on based on hair growth.
EpitomeWhatever 5 months ago
@EpitomeWhatever
Girl, let me tell you! I started taking biotin and MSM in April 2010 and had to stop in Dec 2010. The supplements caused SEVERE colon "problems" (heehee) and I ended up having to go to the doctor. She blamed the creatine, but I have been taking creatine for almost a decade and never had problems. Once I stopped taking the biotin and MSM, all was well.(phew!) I have to say, though, I didn't see a big increase in growth, either. *sigh*
That was TMI...I know. I know! :-)
NappyNFree 5 months ago
Hey there how is everybody doing? I am giving NappyNFree along with ALL of you who have responded to this video a standing ovation. Don't compare your hair to anyone else, God gave each of us what we have because He saw it fit, we may not like it but we should. Put it this way, if it is good enough for Him it should be good enough for us. Well said NappyNFree, well said.
LadyJacqueline07 5 months ago
@LadyJacqueline07
Thank you, lady!
NappyNFree 5 months ago
I agree with everything you said and feel the same, great vid, my key point to al has been know your hair and its DNA this lets you know what your hair is and not compared to others hair
sistersotrue28 5 months ago
@sistersotrue28
Well said! Can't fight DNA and you have to accept what you have.
NappyNFree 5 months ago
Hey chicka! Very well put! I was the fro queen til I found YT now the only time I see my hair out is on wash weekend. I like my hair out but my hair hate being out so my hair wins lol...GOOD JOB!
wladytray 5 months ago
@wladytray
Thank you! I love protective styles, too! I play in my hair tooooo much!
NappyNFree 5 months ago
This is why I love your channel. I had to like :) your hair is beautiful missy - this is a very encouraging vid and I agreed with everything you had to say x
QueenChezabelle 5 months ago
@QueenChezabelle
Aww, thank you so much for saying this! I was sharing my thoughts based on my experience and I am glad that so many have been so positive!
NappyNFree 5 months ago
I just found your videos and all I have to say is WOW! So informative and uplifting. I'm transitioning and my hair is THIN and slow growing and I just needed so common sense straight talk and I have been blessed. Thanks for the video..I look forward to more~Z
kellyz2908 5 months ago
@kellyz2908
I like that...common sense, straight talk! I need people to talk to me like that, too. Just tell me like it is...I may not like but I have to accept and respect it!
NappyNFree 5 months ago
Good Sound advice!(0:
AllisonLPayne 5 months ago
@AllisonLPayne
Thank you!
NappyNFree 5 months ago
Yes, I agree with TheCoilWhisperer. You have the sweetest spirit and such a joy to watch.
P.S
Sorry it took so long, but that Kali-tone Rhassoul Clay conditioner worked like a charm. My hair has a darker tinge to it and seems like its breaking less and less after each use. Definitely a keeper! Thx to you =)
ExoticByNature 5 months ago
@ExoticByNature
Awww, so sweet! Thank you! The KP and rhassoul clay worked?! Yay!! I am so glad that it worked for you, too! I swear these powders are so amazing!
NappyNFree 5 months ago
THIS THE BEST VIDEO I HAVE SEEN ON THE YT! Thank you so much for making this video. You are completely on point. Watching this video is like talking to a friend about hair. I feel EVERYTHING that you are saying in the video. I have made the choice to get rid of the notion of having hair like somebody else. It aint gonna happen no matter what I do to my hair and techniques that I use. I will not fight shrinkage, slow hair growth, and anything else that my hair texture does!
rainbowbrite621 5 months ago
@rainbowbrite621
Girl, this was such a sweet comment! The best video? My head is getting sooo big! (heehee - just kidding :-)
Seriously, I am glad that I could help and reaffrim what you already know. We sometimes have temporary insanity as we strive to make our hair do impossible things, but we eventually come around and accept it for what it is and what it can do.
Thanks for watching and for leaving such kind words, friend. :-)
NappyNFree 5 months ago
Yes, short and informative is what I like, thanks for sharing!
1stlady2u 5 months ago
@1stlady2u
Thanks, lady! This was my longest vid to date and I was worried it was too much. :-)
NappyNFree 5 months ago
Awwe, you are so cute as a little one.
lulufullana 5 months ago
@lulufullana
LOL! Thank you! I was a RASCAL!
NappyNFree 5 months ago
I just have to say this: thank you.
afrikanatural 5 months ago
@afrikanatural
Awww, you are welcome. Thank you so much for watching. I really appreciate it.
NappyNFree 5 months ago
you are sooo honest! when I watch you its like talking to a old friend. Your honesty and your heart has drawn me to your videos. Keep up the good work. I do not have a lot of experience with youtube,but your certainly one of my favs. Keep it up sister. keep on keeping it REAL!!
luv22beauty 5 months ago
@luv22beauty
Girl, I am so touched by all the kind comments. I am overwhelmed. I didn't know what to expect when I loaded this video and gosh, it has been wonderful.
Again, thank you!
NappyNFree 5 months ago
Thank you for such an encouraging video =) and for all your tutorials! I can see that you're a beautiful person <3
shawnyeng 5 months ago
@shawnyeng
Thank you!
NappyNFree 5 months ago
@NappyNFree. See herdaily.com/health/8752/benefits-of-beetroot-health-skin-hair.html. They ain't lyin'! Must be the silica...look I'm not looking a gift horse in the mouth. LOL!!
trini467 5 months ago
@trini467
Girrrllll, I just looked at this site. I may have to buy and eat beets. (Too lazy to juice...not even gonna fool myself! :-) Do you eat them out of the can or eat them raw?
NappyNFree 5 months ago
You are so darn sweet! I'm happy we have your spirit on YT. :-)
TheCoilWhisperer 5 months ago
@TheCoilWhisperer
Girl! Thank you!
NappyNFree 5 months ago
@NappyNFree BTW, watching your video yesterday motivated me to twist my hair. I had planned on doing yesterday but got lazy and when 6pm came around I said forget about it but watching your video I thought to myself the day's not over... just get it done. :-) As we all know, one of the blessing of a protective style is you don't have to worry about what you're going to do to your hair for the following days. :-) No, thank you girl!
TheCoilWhisperer 5 months ago
@TheCoilWhisperer
Girl, that is the number one reason why I protective style: I am lazy and love rolling out of bed for work without having to get up 30 minutes early to do my hair!
I am glad I motivated you!
NappyNFree 5 months ago
Girl you better preach! Your story is mine, I just haven't had the guts to say it...because being natural is supposed to be all roses and my hair doesn't do ANY of the "cool" natural stuff that I went natural hoping to be able to do. But you're right, my hair is mine no matter what I do to it, I need it to do what it does, and just work with it. Thanks for the video girl, very inspiring!
bmw0688 5 months ago
@bmw0688
I was scared to say it, too! LOL! But it is the truth. Any hair - relaxed, loced, natural - has its own set of issues. Nothing is all roses (I wish, though! :-). We just have to see the beauty that our hair has...because all natural hair is beautiful. This past summer has been an eye opener for me - I really fell in love with my hair. (I know that sounds silly, but it is the only way to describe how I felt. :-)
NappyNFree 5 months ago
Now that I've seen this I've always wondered. For ppl who have had a jheri curl back in the day and they wanted to go to a relaxer did they had to go natural first or did they just put a relaxer over their curl? I've never have a jheri or nver will. lol Just wondered.
LilacStar82 5 months ago
@LilacStar82
(1) Girl, let me tell you that I had some time switching from a curl to a relaxer! I had to let my hair grow and it took months before I had a good amount of new growth. My hair looked a mess - I was a junior in college and pledging - and was so embarrassed. I remember going to my stylist - hair looked a mess, mind you - and she was hesitating about relaxing it. I was on the verge of screaming when another stylist came over
NappyNFree 5 months ago
@LilacStar82
(2) and said, "Go ahead relax her hair." It was one of the best days of my life! LOL!
Now, my college roommate didn't have to go through that drama. She was able to switch from a curl to a relaxer - no problem. I still don't understand how that worked, but that is what she told me.
Sorry that was more than you needed, but you brought back some memories!!
NappyNFree 5 months ago
Great Vid! You sure was speaking to me. Im a slow grower as well, but not as slow as I thought now that Ive been using the Ayuvedic powders. Its allowing me to retain my length.
Thanks for the reminder to stop comparing self to others.
carmelqt77 5 months ago
@carmelqt77
Ayurvedic powders are simply amazing! I love them!
NappyNFree 5 months ago
you are a very beautiful and kind woman...thank you :)
shelski101 5 months ago
@shelski101
Thank you!
NappyNFree 5 months ago
Loved this video! So encouraging! Thanks for sharing!
luvnmycoils 5 months ago
@luvnmycoils
Thank you!
NappyNFree 5 months ago
Thank you so much for this video. All the things you touched upon rang true for me as I too am a slow hair grower. I always thought that I was doing something wrong because when I look on YT and see all the other naturals with hair past their shoulders and mine is still at my neck...OY! It can be discouraging. I think you're right in recommending protective styles to keep our length in check. I've found that has worked for me. Thanks again for the Excellent Video!!
MissEducates 5 months ago
@MissEducates
Yes, even knowing you are a slow grower, it can be discouraging...especially when it is genetics and there is nothing you can really do to remedy it. However, we will perservere!
NappyNFree 5 months ago
My feelings exactly! It's the truth, from what I've been learning the hair and nails are the last to receive nutrition. So if the diet is poor, hair and nails suffer (putting genetics and illness aside, that is). So I decided to concentrate on nutrition FIRST, then keeping my hair protected and moisturized. You're an inspiring person, particularly with your protective styles and yarn braid tutorials! Keep motivating! Thanks! :D
ltcartwright1976 5 months ago
@ltcartwright1976
Hi there! Thank you so much! Yes, diet is key, and I strive to eat healthy. Some days are easier than others! If only it took putting stuff ON hair - my hair would be down my back! LOL!
NappyNFree 5 months ago
Love the info and encouragement! You know I can relate. Great video and stay encouraged sis.
dpayton30 5 months ago
@dpayton30
Hey lady! Thank you so much. I know, there are a lot of us slow growers out there!
NappyNFree 5 months ago
Great video I've worn my hair in its natural condition for a number of years, I love that YT and other internet sites are there with information on how to maintain hair. Understanding what my own hair is capable of and how to care for it, knowing what works for me has been my only concern, for budget reasons I thankful that I've not become a product junkie and thankful for you for sharing your knowledge stay blessed
meadowarch 5 months ago
@meadowarch
Thank you! Yes, I have had to learn that is doesn't take a whole lot to take care of your hair. I am in the process of giving away and using up much of the products that I have. My goal is to have one shelf with products.
And, yes, no one can claim ignorance about their hair - the internet has a wealth of information and it has taught me so much.
NappyNFree 5 months ago
Your Gheri-Curl was fierce!! I had one too. I remember being jealous (a lil bit) of people with fabulous gheri curls back in the day...lol
Great tips!
StormyHair 5 months ago
@StormyHair
GIRL! Do you know that I LOVED my curl?! I had such a big-head back then. I was 18 in that picture and you couldn't tell me my hair didn't look good! As I got older, the curls got better because I was able to convince my hair stylist to use bigger rods. Remember how they would use those tiny rods? That was part of why many had these stringy looking curls.
A few months ago, I actually entertained the thought of getting a curl!
NappyNFree 5 months ago
Great video! Fast growth when I was younger. Thought I had become a slow grower until I added weekly protein treatments (outer) and raw beets to my diet (inner). Turned out to be retention issue. However, until I knew what the problem was I naturally found the other tips in the video. And I still don't length check.
trini467 5 months ago
@trini467
Huh. What is in beets that have helped with your hair growth? I use to juice beets all the time; maybe I need to revisit this! I am glad you remedied your problem because slow growing hair is not fun!
NappyNFree 5 months ago
(2) Again, I told myself off because I was concentrating too much on wht others were doing with their hair, instead of my own. I love how far you have come in your journey since ayurvedic days when you didn't talk to the camera! when you started talking I was so pleased and still am, great vid I enjoyed the pics esp the jehri curl pic too :)
TheNaprika 5 months ago
really enjoyed this vid, thank you. It is so nice to see a different perspective on hair growth. I don't length check either, I feel like I need to focus more on the overall health of my hair and the growth will follow. I used to get the tape measure out EVERYTIME i was in my hair and lo and behold, my hair didn't grow much since the day before when I checked it lol! I had to nip in tht obsession! I still admire other ladies hair too, esp the lush moisturised manes.
TheNaprika 5 months ago
@TheNaprika
Thanks, girl! You are right - length checks do become an obsession and is so discouraging because your hair ain't growing that fast...especially when you check it every day! LOL! Yes, the key is concentrating on your hair and less on what others are doing.
I was just thinking today about my speaking on vids and how at one point I NEVER did. I have made progress, not just in terms of hair but in my comfort with videos and talking to people. It is an effort, though! :-)
NappyNFree 5 months ago
Excellent video!
NaturalDiva10 5 months ago
@NaturalDiva10
Thank you!
NappyNFree 5 months ago
I feel You NnF, I have thin slow growing hair as well, and I needed this Video. Thank You Hon...
ConnectedToMeNow 5 months ago
@ConnectedToMeNow
Awwww! I am glad it helped!
NappyNFree 5 months ago
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Great video. It's all about loving yourself no matter what. Great video!
aprilrain2606 5 months ago
@aprilrain2606
Yes, that is another great tip! Thanks for watching and sharing!
NappyNFree 5 months ago
Great video. I can relate to everything you said :-). I did length checks early on, and it was disheartening. BTW I have the same look in my baby picture :-). I just have one, and all I have is a little patch on the top :-).
TheNaturalmystery 5 months ago
@TheNaturalmystery
Thank you!
Oh no! You have that same baby pic?! LOL! Today, I told my mom that I almost uploaded it with the vid and she commented, "You would get a lot of views then!" I laughed and told her, "Yeah, people would be cracking up and telling others about it!"
NappyNFree 5 months ago
Cute photos! You have not changed or aged!
I also know the boundaries of my hair. It will grow but is very spongy and does not show it's length. Because of it's texture, applying heat only makes it stringy! I can get some stretch using the tension method but I don't want to use heat too often. Oh well . . . I enjoy watching other people style their hair but realistically know what my hair will and will not do. Acceptance.
thecreativelady 5 months ago
@thecreativelady
Hi 'Lady! Thanks! I like how you say that. It IS knowing the boundaries of your hair and accepting it for all that it does...the good, the bad, and the ugly.
NappyNFree 5 months ago
Your hair is beautiful. I too have always had thin hair, bald on both sides lol, But my hair grew fast. NOW, since i have gotten older my hair grows soooooooo slowwwww. I thank God is has gotten thcker since going natural.
teddygirl52 5 months ago
@teddygirl52
Thank you!
Yes, this is me - my hair grows sooooo slowwwww, too. This sums it up quite nicely! :-)
NappyNFree 5 months ago
preach sister! great video.
adassa 5 months ago
@adassa
LOL! Thank you!
NappyNFree 5 months ago
You are so right on so many points. I guess I am the type that don't jump on all the bandwagons, but make decisions based on my beliefs and economics. I enjoy watching the styling videos, but was very reluctant to go out and buy all of those products. It can be overwhelming. Find something that works and stick to that. And the lengths checks are like jumping on the scale. DON'T DO IT! Thanks for the video.
jellovette 5 months ago
@jellovette
I have only jumped on a few bandwagons: the indian powders (love it!) and the steamer (eh). Now, I am like you, belief (an understanding about my hair) and the fact that I need money for more important things (like school, a car and a new laptop!). Having lots products can be overwhelming and I am in awe of those youtubers who buy and use a lot.
I love the analogy of the scale. That's exactly what length checks are like!
NappyNFree 5 months ago
I can definitely relate to the hair envy and length checks issues. I did length checks every month at the beginning of my journey for a year, compared it to other youtubers which sort of depressed me since my hair didn't look and grow as fast as others. I no longer focus on length checks and really focus on how to take care of my hair. I appreciate your perspective on this topic!
MyBlueSkiez 5 months ago
@MyBlueSkiez
How much hair growth did you see month to month? I bet comparing month one to month 12 shows an amazing amount of growth!
Yes, I am with you! I focus more on ways to keep my hair on my head! Hair care is the most important thing if you want to see growth.
NappyNFree 5 months ago