Natural Hair TEXTURE TALK PART 1

[Ericado30]

I watch this over and over again. So beautiful, it explains how I feel but can't explain to people when they ask me questions about my hair. Thank you

[blastroice]

I actually cried watching this video.

The song and your words go together.

Im getting into the mix of loving my hair again.

Thanks for the video.

[chocolady1ful]

Very inspiring words. Food for thought.

[chocolatedream3411]

Great video,,

[chicagolowe]

Thanks 4 this video. Wonderful.

[bebegurl31291]

easy for someone like you to say that about kinky hair, when you obviously don't have it. it's dry, hard, frizzy, breaks constantly. I don't think anyone could truly appreciate hair like that. it's great that you like your hair though.

[Firescater1]

umm i straiten me hair and it comes out great :P (after like 10 minutes)

[UniQueMaSterPiecE1]

what product were u using on your hair in this video, or are your curls just that perfect and pretty?

[gwyn247]

Thank you so much for this video!I am transitioning and my family has a bad perception of natural hair.They will recognize atleast 1 positive thought about natural hair before it's over!Whether it be the thickness or a certain style,they are going to have to give it up!I can't chande them but I can make them think!

[natureldiva]

I love it!!! Beautiful!!!

[classtcher]

Been natural for a decade or so:0) I'm also a licensed cosmotologist & master Braider. I love what you're doing here! Smooth curls,frizzy curls, overly tight curls; their all 'Good Hair', if it's healthy:0)

[hawowchick]

your curls are so prettyy

[legslikewhoa]

i finally did my big chop on 2/10/2010!

[MissAllsmiles]

This was really a beautiful video. I cant wait until the day it is normal for our gorgeous black women to wear their natural hair texture. I do agree with TheMidnightBell07 though. The term "Nappy" is another one of those words that is a double-edged sword. It can be used as a term of endearment, or as a scarring insult that has the ability provoke very strong emotions(much like the controversial "N" word).

[RaeDawn2021]

Thank you for making this video. The word really needs to get out there.

[78dutchessd]

good hair is healthy hair. and not bald head. Quit living in grandma tales curly & straight make u pretty. And light skinned ppeople is more special than dark skin. It all lies to make u to look more suitable to wht society b proound who u r. God made us perfect.

[legslikewhoa]

your hairs is so pretty. i've been transitioning back to natural for about 8 months, and i'm really feeling the urge to bc.

[Weewinkle7]

YES!! They put the song back! I was so peeved they took it off. The song adds extra emotion behind this already moving topic. Love it! Wonderful video Shauntae1!

[MBT1981]

love it

[holyghostcarrier]

GREAT VID.

[TheMidnightBell07]

Hey, I agree with all but the nappy style lol. Nappy means uncombed and tangled it's not a hair texture. Good hair isn't a hair text either. The definition of good hair is any hair that is healthy and cared for well. Coily is sweet, curly is cute, kinky is sexy.

[allie0676]

very inspiring and uplifting!!!!

[KinkyNappy2]

Beautiful...simply beautiful!!!!

Peace,

KN2

[mobear44]

beautifully done.

[goldpurse]

PREACH!

[vannagoesnatural]

amen! and what do u use

to define ur curls?

[hajah1]

What do you use to get so much definition with your curls

[purpledawn29]

Love this video and song. You inspire lots of girls... keep up the words of wisdom and confidence.

[SpeshleK]

Beautiful.

[mahagony]

Thank you! I so needed this video. Thank you!!

[jordanlne08]

Thank you for posting!

[FYEcurls]

simply beautiful and inspirational!!! I wish everyone would read this and spread the word!

[RCRAMATIE]

Truth, Freedom and Inner Beauty is the journey of a black woman who no longer looks to this world for the definition of how she should look. Thank God you and the rest of us have found this path. To love oneself is the only way to love someone else. Thanks for posting this WONDERFUL video!

God Bless You!

[angeeqt]

I was DEFINITELY one of the cowards! Afraid of me in my natural state, Camouflaged by extensions & wigs, FINALLY I threw caution to the wind and went for it (HUBBY SAID "TO HELL WHAT PPL THINK") that was my permission, and 8mos ago the best decision I've made IN LIFE! I can wait to go out and embrace the compliments and surprise love, my hair love me because I show love to my hair, and everyone else can see that love. I love this video, and I thank you! So many girls need to hear this,

[Godsfavgirl]

Nice video girlie....very touchinng....muuuuch love sista! Keep it up.

[tifflawrain]

Loved it and thank you!!! I couldn't have said it better myself!

[shuantae1]

Thanks!

[shuantae1]

Thanks :)

[mpenny226]

I loved this. It's funny that the only real problems that I get are from our own. I'm not hating on sistaz with perms, etc. We are all beautiful in each and everyway. I just wish that could learn to embrace that concept and each other.

[shuantae1]

Thanks :)

[arrebiy]

loooooooove your hair...what type is it?

[shuantae1]

thanks! Its type 4a/b

[chillechille8]

That was great!! omg when i go out wit my natural hair style, some like it, and some just think its crazy- thats cuz they never saw their own natural hair b4. Makes me sad :(. They think straight hair is the only way to wear our african-american hair, so they dont realize the beauty of it. Lol, i bet, one day every Black amrican female will walk out with their natural hair once and for all, and relaxerswill not exsist after reading this video! Greeeat job!

[shuantae1]

Thanks :) Yes, hopefully one day we will all embrace our natural beauty.

[ms11208]

MUCH NEEDED video for those who are afraid to go natural I love your vision its so positive

Stay POSITIVE Sistah

Peace and Blessings

[shuantae1]

Thanks :)

[bnrownsugga81]

well said sistah.... i am still trans. wha do u use on ur hair.. simply beautiful sis.. keep them vids commin...

[shuantae1]

thanks. I currently use herbal essences totally twisted and another conditioner called VITAMIN. I also use elasta QP Feels Like Silk and ic Fantasia Thick'n Shine gel for styling. In the morning I spray Carols Daughter Tui Leave in Conditioner to give my hair a boost along with some water.

[toohot2breal25]

I am still transitioning and brought two products Elasta QP leave in conditioner and Elasta QP Mango Butter Moisturizer. My Question is when should I use the moisturizer for my hair? Every time I do a Bantu Knot out on my hair in the morning it is completely dry with no moisture at all...Maybe you can help me with this prob...Thanks a lot

[saxophone01]

This was fantastic video. I experience the some harsh criticism. But here isthe thing... it is usually from females who want to be natural but are hesitant and they express their fears through negative remarks and neg. criticism. Going natural was the best decision I ever made.

[shuantae1]

thanks!

[EurRoseGurl]

Thank you!!!

[FrontLaceLady]

Very well said.... Just Beuatiful!! :)

[shuantae1]

Thanks :)

[NiaSoPurdy]

*gonna lol

[NiaSoPurdy]

very inspirational sister! cuz i'm transition n i think it's pretty apparent that i'm ginna have 4b type hair! i mean i love it but at the same time i'm like omg! what am i gonna do with it! lol

[FreeWorshipFreeWors]

Love it! Love it! Love it!

[shuantae1]

Thanks :)

[lovennappiness]

I love this Vid.... thanks for expressing it soooo well.... Be Blessed ;)

[shuantae1]

Thanks :)

[valyse723]

This is a great video. I was guilty of being a little afraid of what my hair will look like at times. But I am loving my transition. 9 months of transitioning and I love feeling my curls. Your videos are always inspirational and keep me motivated. Thanks girlie!

[shuantae1]

Thanks :)

[quest2bfree]

Beautiful!!!

[shuantae1]

Thanks :)

[nymack33]

Wonderful

[shuantae1]

Thanks :)

[TheMakeupvirgin]

Absolutely beautiful!!!!!!!

[shuantae1]

Thanks :)

[oulove935]

As I was watching this video I was thinking back when I signed up on YouTube so I could subscribe to your channel cause I didn't want to forget you name. You and your sister just inspire through the quality of videos put out (not to knock anybody else). I ALWAYS look forward to watching them because I know it's going to be informative & empowering.

[MsRedChick84]

I absolutely love the video, and this is my favorite song! Take Care!

[shuantae1]

Thanks :)

[kendraboz]

love the vid!!!great inspiration!!!

[shuantae1]

Thanks :)

[sheabutterr]

Very nice video! My mouse pad is wacky and all over the place I tred to give 5stars and it clicked on 3stars SORRY!

:(

[shuantae1]

No prob, Thanks luv :)

[reginadwright]

Great vid girl! I love it!

[shuantae1]

Thanks :)

[sunsarae82]

Could you send me the name of this song and the artit? It's beautiful.

[DonnaJenay]

love is you chrisette michele.

[Dkjames5]

beautiful video Shuantae1!!! it is so true I'm so glad I made the decision to stop putting chemicals on my hair and just be me, the real me the way God created me =) Blessings my sister!!

[shuantae1]

Thanks :) God Bless you to luv!

[PhillyDiva19154]

Nice video!

[shuantae1]

Thanks :)

[Iprsmrk]

Very inspirational! Very 'you'

[shuantae1]

Thanks :)

[Akanke2012]

Your videos and your sis vids. Has given me the strength to do my BC on June 27,2009. Thanks for educating us sistas. Keep the videos coming!!!!

[shuantae1]

CONGRATS!!!!!!!!! Im so glad me and my sisters videos helped you on your journey!

[nicolleminter]

shuntae 1 everything u said is like exactly every excuse i have used. i started mi transition as of this yr. have not did the bc yet but i have so many excuses as to why i haven't . ur video is so inspiring. thanks for the encouragement sis.

[shuantae1]

Im glad my video touched you luv! Keep you head up and stay strong :)

[babygurloz22]

i love your vids, keep them comin

[shuantae1]

Thanks :)

[amelas76]

You are so right! I went to a beauty shop on July 3rd because I wanted my hair twisted and I still had some permed ends and most of them were cut off. Then on the 9th I washed the twist out and I still had some permed ends and I found a pair of scissors and cut off the remaining of the perm, now I am 100% Natural and it feel so good! I Love It! Most of the comments I received people said "If I had your 'good' hair I would go natural too. I was very disappointed at the way they think.

[shuantae1]

CONGRATS on being 100%! Yeah, the comments are sad. We have a long ways to go :(

[sexychevy]

Love the vid, almost brings a tear to my eye cause I'm deep like that! Thanks for the encouragement

[shuantae1]

Thanks :)

[kmaloney1973]

Great vid!

[shuantae1]

Thanks :)

[honeyhued08]

I wore my natural hair out this week, it was huge just like I like it, it was everywhere wild and wonderful. I got alot of compliments from the outside world, when I came in to work compliments poured from the caucasian race, the African Americans not so much (the ones my age) I told them, this is MY natural hair and I LOVE it. Cant wait to rock it again.

[kmaloney1973]

I had the same response from caucasian people. My own sister-in-law turn her nose up to my Afro. It hurt a little, but then I held my head up so high and rock it. The white people around us starting complimenting on my hair and then she became curious to why they like it so. We (African Americans) need to get it together.

[honeyhued08]

yes.. :)

[shuantae1]

honeyhued08 & kmaloney1973 I get the same compliments from other races about my natural hair but it is my own folks that want to bring me down. But I will continue to hold my head up high and embrace what God has blessed me with. I will continue to share my journey so that hopefully they will come around...

[bnrownsugga81]

I agree.... i love my hair.. i havent seen it in its natural state since I was 7 and now i am 28.. My friends question my decision all the time.. But it is my choice and nothing that anyone can say can make me change my mind.. I LOVE MY HAIR!!! My last relaxer was 12-07.. i havent BC yet but i am well on my way.. it seems like i am holding on to dead weight.. let alone dead hair...

[Godschild002]

Beautiful hair

[shuantae1]

Thanks :)

[drksista81]

Great vid.

[shuantae1]

Thanks!

[sugarfreenow]

Thank you this is a wonderful video, i was just thiniking of another change because my i cut my fro into a mohawk in june( craving a change didnt want to relax) now i want the sides to grow fast ceth up.. today im going to get it even but i was feeling like going to a shop getting... and i got on youtube and you reminded me of why im keeping it natural in the first place

[shuantae1]

Yay! stay natural :)

[misspimpette9]

this is a very good video, and i love the soothing music. what's the name of the song?? :-)

[misspimpette9]

never mind!! i got it.

[shuantae1]

Thanks :)

[brokensky84]

i want to show this video to everyone, and i mean everyone, i know. btw ur curl definition is BANANA's!!! for lack of a better word :)

[shuantae1]

Thanks luv :)

[Weewinkle7]

I love your videos Shuantae! Totally inspirational! I love the tutorials as well. In fact, your mayo avocado mix is # 1 on my list to try when I bc.

[shuantae1]

Thanks :) Let me know how it works out for you..

[watchfuleye2008]

Thank you..

[lit26]

with out products its still tha bomb and NO not the bomb that blew up! get it right!

[shuantae1]

Lol! Natural hair is just GREAT!

[lit26]

my hair is nappy but tha bomb with gel or styling products and im 4b

[martinblubber]

Easily said by a girl with GOOD hair...

[shuantae1]

Sooooooo what is your definition???? If you mean good as in healthy, then thanks! BUT if you mean "good hair" in regards to chains that have kept our minds wrapped up so tight that we are too blind to see the natural beauty that God has bestowed upon us then I say this... I will pray for you.

[martinblubber]

Yes, healthy....BUT while knowing that we all need to be proud of our God given textures, it's not so easy when you have a nappy wooly kinky very course texture compared to your curly-soft "pretty" "good"texture...

[napturalserenity]

funny!!..agreed!...I had to make a video about it...however...nappy wooly kinky coarse is BEAUTIFUL too!..lol

[PrettyBrownEyes718]

Thanks for the vid.. feeling very discouraged lately during my transition.

[shuantae1]

Keep your head up luv! If you are in need for some help just send me a message :)

[ecleticbelle]

thank you for this video. i dont know but it had me in tears. keep doing this. sistas need support, mottivation and the truth. beautiful and great music selection. applaud.

[shuantae1]

Thanks!

[thatblackseluchic]

Thanks for the video!!! I know I am guilty of feeling this way but thank you for waking me up and letting me see that it is not that doggone serious. Appreciate it and thanks for the inspiration once again.

[shuantae1]

No prob, we have to lift eachother up!

[kimmaytube]

great video. I hope folks are really listening!

1:48 is VERY powerful and true.

[shuantae1]

Thanks!

[mya32189]

now I know who sings it...i just saw the end of the video..lol :)

[prettybrowneyescutie]

i love love this video....great song...great message. i love my natural!

[shuantae1]

Thanks!

[mya32189]

Wonderful and inspirational video.

Who sings this song love it!

:)

[shuantae1]

Thanks!

[divinedarkness81]

Beautiful video!

[shuantae1]

Thanks!

[divalicious1108]

very encouraging and inspiring!

[shuantae1]

Thanks!

[jaynetta82]

that video was SUPERB

[shuantae1]

Thanks!

[notsoshy28]

Wow this was a beautiful video, i was almost in tears reading what you wrote and listening to the music Love is you, Very nice!

[shuantae1]

Thanks!

[futnyors]

very inspiring... I was natural before and I hated myself from day 1. It was difficult have to face myself, as GOD created me and no longer hiding behind my hair. Without a doubt it was the hardest thing I've ever gone through... and I gave birth ok :) I'm doing it again... for me... I'm ready to face the girl GOD himself molded and shaped, in his own hands... I'm gonna take all of her in :o)

Thanks Shaunte!

Creat the Revolution... Take back what is your own :o)

[shuantae1]

Thanks for sharing and thanks for the luv! Congrats on your decision :)

[MACYonY0UTUBE]

"we are absolutely exceptional, distinct & divine unparalleled beauties"

amazing

thanks for this video

[shuantae1]

Thanks!

[Choc8Psces]

Beautiful!

[shuantae1]

Thanks!

[preciousJy]

Love it!!! q lot of sistahs need to watch this video!!

[shuantae1]

Thanks!

[sheacocoaluv]

love it sis!

[shuantae1]

Thanks sis!

[SheSingsLovely]

perfect!

[shuantae1]

Thanks!