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  • absolutely gorgeous.  Thank you for sharing your achievement.

  • beautiful hair! Tell me your secret!!! I have been naturall (big chop) since May of last year and I am still in that awkward mini afro stage and lately my hair has been super dry and brittle..any suggestions? I really would love for my hair to be more healthy.

  • @lolosofli

    Drink lots of water (it really does help). Do more deep conditioning using a moisturing conditioner. Look at the ingredients of the products you are using on a regular basis for protein ingredients as too much use of protein products will cause build up resulting in brittle, dry & breaking hair. Get a good moisturizing leave-in conditioner.

  • @lolosofli

    Hope that helps & good luck on your natural journey. :-)

  • motivating

    

  • thank you for sharing the photos. have u found long hair easier to maintain than shorter hair (i.e. kneck length)?

  • @PreciousPyn

    Due to shrinkage the more length I attain the more harder to maintain, especially being that my hair tangles easily.

  • Is this 4C hair: D

    I was starting to lose faith.

    I couldn't find any long haired 4C sistas.

    mine is growing fast but i needed to see this

    I needed to know that 4C's don't get stuck at a certain length

  • Did you henna your hair as well?

  • @yellowskittles

    I tried henna once by itself & then with indigo early in my journey, but had a big problem with itching so I haven't tried it since.

  • @yellowskittles

    ...plus washing it all out was a pain.

  • Nice hair and you have a cute wholesome face!

  • @Klass761

    I'd say medium thickness - I have fine strands mixed in with coarse strands. Hope that answers your question. :-)

  • @Klass761

    Thanks.

  • Sera, would you say that your hair is thick? or on the fine/think side?

  • Love it! Where did you find the chops? a beauty supply store? Your hair is gorgeous!

  • Had not checked your progress in a while. Beautiful retention and growth, Congratulations.

  • Thanks for sharing this. I've been 'transitioning' for a little over four months. My last relaxer was in late august of 2011. It got to the point where it became a struggle managing the two different textures in my hair, so I attacked my hair with a scissor early this morning, only to be left feeling if I'd just made a HUGE mistake. Could you share on some of the products you've used. You're regime around that first year bracket? I believe our hair texture is close to the same.

  • @Naijagyal01

    I plan to load up a video on this soon, hopefully within a week. :-)

  • What does your diet consist of, cause many times what one eats will make the hair grow, too...Just like what one eats will make you gain or lose weight.... So what do you eat that makes your hair that healthy and long???

  • @ValyTraveler 

    Hi there, I plan to do a video since I keep getting this question. ;-)

  • Your hair is SO beautiful.

  • @babycakesjk

    Thann you. :-)

  • this is great. Im' almost bsl but still... an inch away lol or about 

  • this video got me excited about my hair growth!! Im subbing , thanks for documenting!

  • Wow, it looks like your hair grows 6-8 inches a year. My hair nearly grows at that pace because everytine a get my hair done in braids it grows 1-1.5 inches in 2 months. My hair is not as long as it should be because of so much shedding, breakage. My problem is retention of length because there are people whose hair and nails grow way slower than mines (about 2-4 inches a year) but their hair is still longer. What hair producs do you use? I used africa's best but now use cantu this week.

  • @JanayM

    I use shea butter primarily; castor, coconut oils, juice organically pomegranate shampoo & conditioner (see my regimen video). HTH

  • Beautiful. Congratulations on your journey thus far. :o)

  • sera i'm a nigerian dude who wants to grow his hair..there aren't many africans out there that put up videos..i'd appreciate it if you can give me advise since you may know more about african textured coarse hair lol..my hair is really short right now..and i started growing it earlier this year..but i lack experience with regards to taking care of it...any advise you give will help. thanks

  • @MrDeverly1

    Hi there, I would suggest caring for your hair as if it were the finest silk (lol). Moisture is very important, so look for hair products that help retain moisture. Protein treatments also help keep hair strong & more resilient to damage from comkbing & styling. I would suggest finding out what so a good balance of protein & moisture treatment for your hair (for example, 1 protein treatment every other month & 2 deep conditioning/moisture treatment every month works for me.)

  • so i have 4b/4c hair like yours and you seriously inspired me to go natural. Please never take your videos down, you are truly my hair inspiration!

  • simply beautiful hair :-)

  • WOW!!! U Go Sis!!! This is VERY inspirational... I been thinking about taking that big chop but I've been nervous to do so but u have done a FANTASTIC job :)

  • WHAT ON EARTH WERE YOU DOING AT 0:57 TO GET THAT MUCH HAIR?!?!?!?!?!?

    I was just celebrating over 3.5 inches in my 10th month, but you have like 8 inches! Is this pic at 15-20 months natural?

  • @kisakye92

    Do check out my fotki albums, I have documented my hair growth on a MONTH-BY-MONTH basis. Hope it clears any doubt. wwwfotkicom/Sera25 & wwwfotkicom/Sera252

  • Where did you purchase you cute hair accessories from?

  • there is something to be learned from sera2544. obviously she has a lot of patients and is doing something right to have her hair grow from then to now! wow! sera, you are an inspiration!

  • @hevinamber

    Thank you! I really appreciate it!

  • Hi Sera!

    Were you using the Brahmi products to get to this length or was it something else during that time. Thanks!

  • @tikatay1

    No I didn't use Brahmi to get to this length. My use of herbal haircare started someetime around year 4 after going natural. Hope this helps answer your question.

  • Wow, very beautiful. I have also started my natural hair Journey. My goodness that's beautifull. Thx for the vid.

  • Very inspirational! Im going to show it to my bf so he can remind when i get the creamy crack itch!! Lol. Ive been 3-4 natural n my hair is SUPA thick! Im hoping, wishing and praying, my hair gets that long!!! ;) thank you again!!

    Oh... I agree w the other comments... Ur gorgeous!! ;)

  • You took excellent care of your hair!!! Great job, i'm def subbing!

    :)

  • love your hair really and yes people that's her hair i can tell wigs weaves and black people hair lol i just wanted to know do you still do the same regimen as you been doing for the past 5yrs or has it changed and another question detangleing do you detangle in the shower and after shower while putting the product of your choice on your hair is thick how do you keep it from get back detangle?

  • You have some AMAZING hair!! OMG, I'm trying to grow out my hair and it used to grow so fast but now. . . idk I need to know what you're doing to make your hair grow so strong and beautifully.

  • YOU ARE GORGEOUS!!

  • I am growing my hair and it is 3 weeks old starting Tuesday. I am completely shaved low... Like a boy cut. I am doing all I can as far as research and preparation to have beautifully healthy hair. I want to make sure my hair has the best advantages and opportunity to have optimum results as it grows. I'm grateful for your video because your hair texture is like mine yet you manage it wonderfully. Not many say it's possible nor show the effort to prove otherwise... Except u. Very motivating:)

  • @juliejohnify

    Congrats on your natural hair journey & thanks for the compliment. :-)

  • I want to do this, but I just love having braid in my hair.

  • Your 1 year hair growth is 3X longer than mine. Jealous. But I just have to be patient. I can start enjoying my hair when it's longer in 2013.

  • Let me know, Thanks and can't wait to see you with knee length! lol

  • Your hair is seriously amazing. Seriously.

    Quick question though:

    1- What products do you think have really helped your hair grow? I would like to get to your length by next year.

    2- I saw in your fotki that you have used Shikakai (known for strengthening and growing hair) Do you still use it? Regardless, what do you think of it and what are the reasons why you would/would not recommend it?

    3- Did you have any kind of moral/spiritual support or some types of set goals when you were growing it?

  • @chillincommeunvilain

    1. Shea butter, coconut oil, moisturizer

    2. Yes; I think it good for occassional use & would reccomend.

    3. Yes on all accounts

    HTH

  • Your hair is seriously amazing. Seriously.

    Quick question though:

    1- What products do you think have really helped your hair grow? I would like to get to your length by next year.

    2- I saw in your fotki that you have used Shikakai (known for strengthening and growing hair) Do you still use it? Regardless, what do you think of it and what are the reasons why you would/would not recommend it?

    3- Did you have any kind of moral/spiritual support or some types of set goals when you were growing it?

  • So inspiring, I think I have 4b/4c hair and I keep downing myself because I didn't think it grew down like 4a. BOY WAS I WRONG! Last relaxed was on May 7th and I plan on BCing early next year!

  • Your hair is just beautiful! I am just starting my natural hair journey and video is inspiring =)

  • @MsCupCake1980

    Thank you & congratulations on your natural hair journey! :-) :-)

  • You are beautiful! What an inspiring video!

  • @dancegrl7

    Thank you!!:)

  • @dancegrl7 I agree

  • I AM SO JEALOUS!!!! YOU AND YOUR HAIR IS BEAUTIFUL!!!! I've been growing my hair for 7 years...I haven't grown it to the length I want it yet....Looking at some of you beautiful ladies keeps me from not getting a shaved mohawk!!!! lol

  • @janeblow80

    Thank you!!! Be sure to hang in there! ;-)

  • One of my best friends has just had her big chop and has a similar texture to you. I cant wait to show her this video she will be so encouraged... Thanks for uploading.

  • @naturalhairuk

    Sounds great! Wish her the best in her natural journey & thanks for watching my video. :-)

  • You sure had a lot of hair at the "6 mo" and "1 y"r stages..... :/

  • @2glam4aUsername

    You should just say what you really want to say...:-/ (tactful comments are never deleted).

    Maybe my monthly journal would be more believeable, then again........ :-/

    public.fotki.com/Sera25/natura­l_pics/months_1-6/sixth_month/­7-4o.html

  • @Sera2544 whateva to people who don't understand that with proper care, hair can achieve great lengths. my hair was the same length as yours at 6 months. I believe you. I love your hair accessories! keep up the good work.

  • @shatoyta2000

    Thank you! Much appreciated!! :-)

  • Hi gal, love your hair. The best part of watching was where it all began. I think the Lord wanted to use you as an inspiration to black women who struggle with hair growth. Whats more convincing is that you are 100% black unlike mixed race blacks who dont have the wooly textured challenge to disprove those who say black hair cannot grow. Mine's on the way to that length. Thanks and God bless.

  • @Espenji

    You are welcome & thanks for checking out my video. ;-)

  • Hi Sera. What kind of styles did you do with your TWA? I have about 3 inches and I usually wear braidouts or twist outs. Did you ever use extensions to braid your hair? I'm thinking about box braids...

  • you looked beautiful through every stage of your journey :)

  • can you do a demo on the hairsticks. I can't seem to do it. I have these pretty hairsticks I got as a gift and I don't have a clue to how to use it. I look on other videos but I need a 4b hair tutorial PLEASEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE! :)

  • @organicloc

    check out "Hair Buns Part I" (&2) for using hairsticks. Also, "Box Braid Updo". :-)

  • @Sera2544 thank u

  • Very inspirational! : )

  • I'm on my journey to becoming natural and videos like this help me to stay inspired so Thank You :D

  • this chic striaght got ropes up in there, now whateva do u do/eat/dont do dont eat?

  • I'm curious to know if your hair ever reached this point when you were relaxing (or before your journey)? I'm back to my original "relaxing length", and now the question is will it get longer, which time will tell of course...

  • @QueenSayuri

    no :)

  • You can't tell me that black hair can't grow! Here is proof! We just have to take care of the hair thats on our head.

  • @twinmaker1

    ...very true. :-)

  • wow very beautiful !!!! thanks

  • SUPER inspirational, especially since my hair started out just like yours :D

  • How did you grow it that long?

  • I have European hair but it doesn't grow due to illness. This is inspirational. Thanks for posting.

  • @MsUa125

    Sorry to hear that. 

  • This is truly inspirational!!! Btw I think you'd get more hits and inspire more women by putting 'natural hair journey' or 'natural hair growth' in the title :). Especially for people who still believe kinky hair can't grow :) (just a thought).

  • @BurbujasDeAmor

    Will do. Thank you very much for the suggestion. ;)

  • You have amazing bone structure! You are beautiful!!

  • @Kiss0My0Curls

    Thank you!! :-)

  • Letting you know, I have a new hair idol, and it's so you. :D Gotta watch more of your vids.

  • @DarksideBallerina

    Aww, thanks! ;-)

  • wow!! what is yor regiment?

  • LOOOOOOOVELY! If my hair was at the same stage I would have CONSTANT hand in hair syndrome! hehe. You have beautiful hair and like others have said, thanks so much for this video because it is sooo inspiring

  • @Scuzzy02

    lol; thanks!! :-)

  • The four who disliked this video are jealous HATERS!!

  • @ChopinvsLiszt

    Yes, they most definitely are....

  • go girl!

  • wow, GREAT JOB growing your hair. VERY inspirational. Thank you for sharing! I am inspired beyond belief.

  • omg this gives me hope for my hair. YEY naturals!

  • @wifed2taylorlautner

    ;) Glad I could help.

  • Where do you get those nice hair clips from?

  • @temickab

    ficcare.com

  • Wow!! I think I just got motivated. LoL

  • @chchchinita20

    lol :)

  • You have beautiful hair

  • @joijoi242

    thank you:)

  • Girl, you are beautiful. Your hair is beautiful too.

  • @geeneebear

    Thanks!

  • Lovin the hair growth! I'm trying to get my hair to about that length as well. Good Video

  • @AfricanPrincess999

    ;-) Thanks!

  • you have a very gorgeous face

  • @tdbrown88tdb

    Aww, thanks! :)

  • loving it .. i just did that big chop not 10 minutes ago... i'm not gon lie i look like amber rose lol jk can't wait till it grows back and i'm like long hair don't care... nice vid

  • @Flipsbytch congrats on your big chop

  • waooooooooo vos cheveux sont beauxxxxxxxx !

  • Hello :) what did you do to your hair to grow it out so long? I have been on my journey going on year two and it still hasn't hit the shoulders. I wash, deep condition, and keep it in braids. I just don't get it.

  • OMG, this brought tears to my eyes. I must be such a big baby but as a transitioning black woman, it hurts so mch how brainwashed we've all been in regards to everything about us. Our skin's too dark, our lips too big, our hair too nappy that it can't even grow... you are a HUGE inspiration. I've been transitioning for two months and I hope in 5 years my hair will be like yours.

  • This is so inspiring. I'm 18 and I'm starting to transition to natural. I wasn't brave enough to do the big chop so I'm going to cut the relaxed ends until I'm comfortable with the natural length. My mother thinks that black women cannot grow their hair down their backs and if they do, they're mixed with Hispanic or Indian blood. I'm going to show her this video when she wakes up!

  • @Gracefulx0Chaos

    Thanks. Congrats on your natural journey.

  • This is so inspiring. Sunshower143 recommended your video. I can see why. Thank you for sharing :) xx Wonderful!

  • @alguna1965

    You are welcome & much thanks to Sunshower143. :) :)

  • Sera, I have to say that out of all the different video's on natural hair care, yours have truly been an inspiration. What's weird is some people have bought into the belief for so long that black people cannot grow long hair, which is so sad. If more woman would give half as much time and effort taking care of their hair instead of weaves, it will be healthy and grow. I know that I've spent years hating and damaging mine. But now I love it and embrace each strand.

  • @starfish978

    Thank you for saying that - I definitely agree with you. :)

  • My you are such a beautiful girl.

  • @Pattydole70

    Thanks :)

  • Please post pix of clear evidence this hair is actually growing from ur scalp. Thx.

  • @nia7g

    I don't know how much clearer I can get...it is evident by this video & all of my other videos not to mention my monthly documentation of my hair journey/growth that this is MY hair - it's definitely NOT a weave as I DO NOT wear weaves & prefer not to. Feel free to check out my albums: wwwfotkicom/Sera252 & wwwfotkicom/Sera25

  • @nia7g Why would she need to do that? That is such an ignorant request. This is obviously her hair.

  • @nia7g What an idiot you are.

  • @nia7g If you had looked at all the videos she has on here, not to mention all of the subscribers on here who have watched her document her growth, you would realize how lazy it is of you to make that stupid request. She has videos on here of herself washing her hair, rolling her hair, twisting her hair etc. Not to mention that this video is almost 2 years old, and here you come asking for proof now? Go sit down somewhere.

  • @nia7g Just mad cause your hair don't grow.

  • @nia7g wow lol

  • Your hair is very long and beautiful!! I love your videos so inspirational! Iv'e been relaxing, braiding, and weaving my hair for years!! Now I'm going natural and have been transitioning for 3 months going on 4! For once, I want to grow my hair out with no chemicals and want healthy growing hair!

  • @sexybermygurl1

    Thanks! Glad to hear you are going natural, wish you the best in transitioning. :)

  • Congratulations on your hair growth journey, your hair is truly beautiful. Thank You for motivating so many of us naturals. God Bless You!!

  • Wow ur hair is beautiful!!!! What did you use for your hair to grow that fast in the first year.? I did my BC almost a month ago and that same day I did a sew in. I use pure jamaican castor oil its great but what do u use?

  • @juelilh

    Nothing in particular; I tried various commercial products trying to find what worked for my hair & then I started experimented with mixing my own oils.

  • @juelilh There are no tricks or products tha will make your hair grow fast. Its an investment of time. The Number one thing is patience, followed by propper hair care techniques. That's all it is. Just enjoy your hair at whatever length it is and before you know it a few years have past and you have a head of healthy abundant hair. All the long hair divas you see on youtube represent an investment of time and loving care to achieve their length.

  • @TRUTHTEACHER2007

    well said :)

  • @Sera2544 Patience, Diligence, and let's not forget Genetics...Sera you have some immense locs flowing off your head chica. I mean in a year, you've pushed passed the averages. It's no wonder that you have hip length now. It's beautiful too. Glad that I've found you.

  • @SParkApCider

    That is true. Thanks for the compliment & for taking the time to check out my video(s(. :)

  • at what spot on ur body does ur hair stop now have u evr straightened it before ur hair is indeed gloriously beautiful

  • @sydgrl08 It's current back at tailbone & yes I have straightened my hair before & do so now a lot more.

  • By far the most inspirational video for natural hair Ive ever come across.. its been six months since my big chop and every time i need some inspiration of what the future holds for my hair journey i look at this video, thank you so much for such a beautiful compilation, as well as your dedication to hair health, it is inspirational to me :D

  • @coolbeens21

    You are welcome & congrats on your big chop & wish you the best on your natural hair journey . ;)

  • @coolbeens21 i agree with u my chop was 8 months ago... :)

  • @MzDimepiece90

    Congrats on your chop. 

  • @coolbeens21 or you could always look at her Fotki.That's what I do when i want to make sure that my hair is on "track" (: Take care.

  • You and your hair are so beautiful and it is beautiful that you made this commitment to natural hair. Bravo!

    Thanks for the videos.

  • Wow! I am impressed and motivated after going thru your fotki. I think you and I have the same hair texture(s) but my loose (very few) is in the back. I have curls mix but most to not clump because of my many z patterns. I love your hair. My mom's hair use to be that length in her 20s but now she keeps it very short. Btw, I think I just found a new addict (aside from under shirts and long sleeves t-shirts): hair sticks and forks. You wear them so well. Mes felicitations. Tres Belle.

  • @NadegeP1

    Aww, thanks for the compliments. :-)

    I love hair sticks & forks & glad to help with your new addiction. LOL ;-)

  • FINALLY!!!! I've been searching for someone that has went from big chop to your length of hair. I have been natural for 6 years, but unfortunately my hair is no where near you length due to improper care of my hair. Hopefully in the next 3-5 yrs I can obtain some more length. Your hair is beautiful and inspiring!!!!

  • Very beautiful thick hair!! Wow!!!

  • SO ULTRA AWESOME!!!!

  • VERY INSPIRATIONAL!

  • @markee87 I understand what you're saying. But, we do say things like "You look European". We say "You look Asian" and you look "Middle Eastern" too.

    And you and your hair are gorgeous.

  • @markee87 I understand what you're saying. But, we do say things like "You look European". We say "You look Asian" and you look "Middle Eastern" too.

  • WOW...YOU AND YOUR PRETTY HAIR LOOK GREAT.

  • Beautiful healthy black hair!!!Thanks for sharing

  • Love your hair!! :)

  • where did you get the chop stick and hair comb same website as well?

  • @naturallymi

    I bought them from various artists on ebay. 

  • Wow what a awesome journey, u have such beautiful hair.

  • wow thats amazing your hair is so beautiful i love it i recently did the big chop i was wondering what kind of product you were using to get your hair to grow so nicely

  • You are so beautiful! Thank you for the inspirations! God Bless You!

  • I LOVE your hair! This just confirmed that I'm combing my locks out.

  • Did you achieve these length by protective Styling?

  • @ahsenerb27

    For the most part, yes.