I stopped doing PROTECTIVE STYLES and THIS happened

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HEY GIRL HEY!
Ever wondered if protective styles are truly beneficial for our hair and scalp?
Well I stopped doing them 4 years ago and in this video, I dive deep into my personal experience with protective styles and share the unexpected lesson learned when it came to my 4c hair.
We don't like to admit it but how protective styles might not always be the best option for growing long, healthy hair. Whether you're looking to learn more about how to braid your hair, how to do protective styles, or seeking alternative ways to maintain and grow your natural hair, this video is for you!
Join me as I explore the truths behind protective styling and offer tips for nurturing your hair and scalp.
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@jblank1862 23 дня назад

Hello ladies, we all have an interesting story. I am 48, I recieved my last perm at 17. I attended undergrad at a predominantly white university. A 3rd degree chemical burn from childhood traumatized me! My hair was stuck to my head in several large patches. I cried rivers of tears, it was so painful. My mother was so SORRY it happened. It was an accident. In undergrad there were no Black beauty shops in my vicinity. My parents did not allow me to have a car my first year so I could not travel to a nearby city. I wore my hair "out" for 20 years, b4 fancy products. All the new products are AWESOME. My undergrad degree is in Studio Art, my focus was 2-D design. So, my hair being all over my head was acceptable, never discussed. I was NAPPY, HAPPY, and PROUD of its height. Working as a freelance artist my hair was "acceptable". Years later I started teaching in the "inner city", a Black city. I was in HEAVEN. I wore suits and dresses with huge "uncombed" hair. I wore locs for 5 years. I cut those and returned to my afro. My Afro-Black students cheered me on. 😊 Then I tried braids one year and fell in love. I wore them both responsibly and irresponsibly for 6 years!!!! I just removed them detangled my now salt and pepper hair and FELL IN LOVE all over again. My afro is 7 inches tall!. My scalp is still mad tho. I have always had a lot of hair. It does not matter whether long or short, OUR HAIR IS GOLDEN. Your comfort is IMPORTANT. You are important. Remember that when you feel insecure in this often anti- Black world. I for one ADORE you. Black beauty can not be defined by any one thing. We are vastly beautiful. Thanks for listening. Have a brilliant and shiny day. ❤

@sylviasimiyu7396 21 день назад

Wow

@barbarahodges8835 19 дней назад

I totally agree with you.

@jblank1862 16 дней назад

@@sylviasimiyu7396 ❤

@jblank1862 16 дней назад

@@barbarahodges8835 ❤

@lil2mo 16 дней назад

Same exact story all the way up to age 17. That’s literally when I stopped relaxing my hair as well. But I didn’t know how to take care of my hair. Didn’t have a car or any black hair salons within walking distance. Unfortunately depression also led me to neglect my hair. Though my hair thick, luscious and long, I don’t feel I ever throughly appreciated it. Only highlighting that because I’m dealing with male pattern bald and my hair literally broke all off as well. Medically I searching as to why and how to reverse it. As it’s not even growing the way that it used too and I’m just 35. I want to believe it’s a lesson from God because I only finally learnt how to cornrow my own hair this year.

@Topself24 23 дня назад

I’m twisting my hair. Not added extra hair. This is a great protective style cuz I can keep it oiled moisturized and clean. And I have access to my scalp

@vastya.3255 17 дней назад

Me with mini braids without added synthetic hair!

@chinyerecharles-okezie6643 24 дня назад

I’m also a retired chronic braids wearer😂. I had to stop because I was literally deceiving myself that I was protecting my hair meanwhile my edges were thinning and my hair was chronically dry. My main issue though was that I did not have any confidence while wearing my natural hair at all. I was thought it was too short and just inconvenient. Now I definitely see things in a different light and I’m grateful for that ! I still don’t always love my kinky natural hair but I still wear it as proudly as I can .

@colettemallory3813 24 дня назад

Me too.

@mizztotal 24 дня назад

Same. I'm wearing braids back-to-back for work convenience but don't like the way my hair is thinner and drier when I take them out. The only thing I can think to do is get some locs. But honestly from my research it seems like locs could still be high maintenance and expensive. I'm kinda tapped out on 4C hair ideas at the moment.

@chinedumudeagbala2658 24 дня назад

Me also ! I’m in the same phase - so deciding to just take it easy and give myself longer breaks between each protective style and take it from there …

@shalayne9054 23 дня назад

The more she starts to see that you love her and acept her, she will start to look more and more beautiful to you. She will stand up and be glowing just for you, no matter the length, hang in there ❤

@jciv256 23 дня назад

@@shalayne9054this!!!

@laearth0330 24 дня назад

I braid my hair with only my natural hair and it’s been helping my hair to grow, I do it myself because others braid too tight

@shalayne9054 23 дня назад

I notice since I've started doing my own hairstyles, my hair is pleased. I also have some more change in my pocket too.

@gracefullyrachel6573 23 дня назад

I need to learn how to braid my own hair

@ladybird491 22 дня назад

They do not help your hair to grow. Hair growth speed does not change cause they are braided, you only think cause the growth is hidden from you and then you get surprised when you come the braids out.

@OrangeMilkBlossom 22 дня назад

@@ladybird491 it helps hair to grow because it prevents breakage at the ends if done correctly.

@lamp2958 22 дня назад

@@OrangeMilkBlossomIt’s helping with length retention. The hair will grow no matter what (unless there is an illness)

@Krissy-Amber 23 дня назад

Ladies enjoy your hair and whatever you choose do with it. Love it and live in it❤💯... And if I see you outside just know im giving compliments😂

@ShaQuanBuffaloe 16 дней назад

Yes - this comment right here!

@DIAMONDGIRL57 24 дня назад

I live in the desert. Protective styles don’t work for me. My hair needs hydration at least 3-4 times a week. I can’t keep my hair in a protective style for extended amounts of time. I shampoo and deep condition twice a week and co wash 2-3 times a week. Sometimes I will shampoo followed by deep conditioning and put my hair in chunky two strand twists. Let it dry and wear a twist out. When I wear a twist out, I have to spritz my hair with water, add conditioner and coat my hair with a thin layer of hair grease or oil before bed or my hair will be dry the next day. I never go longer than a few days without shampooing or co washing. That is the only way my hair will not break off; hydrating with water and conditioning constantly!!! Don’t allow your hair to dry out!!! It will break, fall out and shed.

@india3285 18 дней назад

Woo girl, I went to Nevada and my hair turned in to a birds nest😅

@MindOfARecruiter 18 дней назад

My hair has been natural since 2010 but I still flat ironed it. I’ve been hiking for 3 years now, and flat ironing is fruitless- Once that sweat falls, it’s a wrap. So now I am learning what routine/products my hair needs as I back away from the heat. What has worked for you in that climate?

@DIAMONDGIRL57 15 дней назад

@@india3285 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣!

@DIAMONDGIRL57 15 дней назад

@@MindOfARecruiter I cannot keep a flat iron style in the desert. It’s so dry here flat ironing is not feasible and will cause my hair to dry out and break off. My hair needs hydration, conditioning, moisturizer and hair grease or oil. I live in the desert. Protective styles and flat ironing don’t work for me. My hair needs hydration at least 3-4 times a week. I can’t keep my hair in a protective style for extended amounts of time. I shampoo and deep condition twice a week and co wash 2-3 times a week. Sometimes I will shampoo followed by deep conditioning and put my hair in chunky two strand twists. Let it dry and wear a twist out. When I wear a twist out, I have to spritz my hair with water, add conditioner and coat my hair with a thin layer of hair grease or oil before bed or my hair will be dry the next day. I never go longer than a few days without shampooing or co washing. That is the only way my hair will not break off; hydrating with water and conditioning constantly!!! Don’t allow your hair to dry out!!! It will break, fall out and shed.

@HP-mk2lw 11 дней назад

I live in Vegas and this is me. My hair needs hydration constantly!!! I feel you.

@makemediasounds 23 дня назад

I've watched a ton of videos on protective styles and natural hair routines with no protective styles. I've come to realise that everyone's hair is unique. The key is understanding what your own hair can take while keeping it moisturised and REPEAT. If you do that, your hair will be healthy. I agree with this video!

@butterscotch1972 23 дня назад

I absolutely love my protective styles. I never ever wear wigs but I have a good diet,I KEEP my hair hydrated,and I don’t change my protective styles often. I keep each one at LEAST 3 months!! My hair in three years went from shaved completely bald to almost waist length!! My scalp isn’t sensitive nor is it dry…EVER!! I don’t wash my hair a lot but I do spray it down with water with conditioner in it several times a week!! I keep my ends trimmed and when I take my hair down it’s so moisturized it’s insane. I think a lot of ppl put in a protective style and leave their hair alone… you still have to maintain its health protective style or not! Also my grand daughter has hair past her bottom and I’m the one who manages it. But to each his own💪🏽… also,I use oils,as well as home made moisturizers!! I wear crochet styles and braids but 95% of the time I wear crochet styles. I’ve never had thin edges nor does my grand daughter! Many shorts on her hair on my channel 🫶🏽

@bridgettenicole5471 17 дней назад

I use this exact same method!! Crochet styles about 80% wigs 20% . I moisturize with Dro gro oil & conditioner mixed with water. Exercise & drink plenty water. Shaved to almost bra strap in 3 years. 💁🏾‍♀️

@FF-by6ci 10 дней назад

That's normal hair growth, hair will continue to grow from your scalp regardless, it has nothing to do with protective style. It's just that you see the growth because it's hidden away. Having said that it's healthy and hygienic to wash your scalp few times a week because we do sweat and sebum will build up.

@Bubbles-qh7ez 9 дней назад

@@FF-by6cigirl clearly it’s helping them retain there length. That’s what a protective style should do

@suki73 24 дня назад

I think braids are protective as long as they're installed correctly. They can't be too big, too small or too tight. They can't be left in too long. I think 4-6 weeks is the recommended amount of time to leave them in. They should be washed while they are in. Soak them while in the shower. My stylist offers braid maintenance services. Wash, condition and restyling without taking the braids down. Maybe yours does too. The style isn't the problem. It is lack of hair care maintenance is the problem. Just like weaves. The hair underneath has to be maintained. If someone chooses expensive hairstyles they should also factor in the maintenance cost of the style as well if they want to keep wearing it, unless healthy hair is not the goal. As for the scalp issue, perhaps there's an actual problem that needs to be addressed. Have you been seen by a trichologist or dermatologist to make sure there isn't anything bigger going on? Maybe a hairstylist can recommend a DIY remedy for the scalp. Something that can be done while your hair is still in braids. Thank you for sharing your journey.

@user-iv4vh8rh8o 24 дня назад

Not someone's son stressing us out 😂😂😂

@JennJackson 24 дня назад

@@user-iv4vh8rh8o literally the number one reason for hair loss 😂

@sade_8637 24 дня назад

Listen, this spoke to my soul and is #1😂😂

@janejulien9250 23 дня назад

Yesss😂

@beeznhoney4323 23 дня назад

Word for the wise🙌🏽

@Klgray7373 18 дней назад

@@JennJacksonfor me that person is my grandma’s son 😢😢😢

@Eveningbreeze721 23 дня назад

Back to back braids helped me after I lost large sections of hair after anemia. About a year of it really got me back in track. But I was forced to stop when salons closed during 2020. But I was good by then. My hair was in a much better shape. I now notice that my hair does better overall without braid extensions, especially my edges. But I'm so happy I had braids as an option to help me get over that hump. Use braids as you need them. Treat them as a tool or layover.

@marajones1828 24 дня назад

Thanks to my autism (which loves routines) and my ADHD (which gets bored easily) I've had to implement a sort of rotation system. Every style usually lasts around 2-4 weeks. Wash n go - 2 weeks Mini twists - 4 weeks (with washes, etc in between) Twist out - 1 week REPEAT. Any styles during those times are very low manipulation. During Wash n go cycle, I'm rocking the afro, puff, 2 puff, clawclip. I big chopped over 2 years ago and my hair has gone from 1cm and is now shoulderlength. It's the happiest and healthiest it's ever been. Rotation, balance, consistency, patience and love is the most important factors. Your hair sits right above your brain, your third eye. I notice a very clear difference in my whole state of being when that cancerous synthetic itchy burning hair is in my scalp. I feel that Chakra up there blocked like buttery arteries. I guess my only hope for all my other type 4 sisters out there is that they are safe. There are so many other things out there killing black woman, I don't want us to keep contributing to our own demise amd downfall with all these harmful products which aren't even our fault. Do what is best for your lifestyle but try your best to make sure that it isn't damaging your health or hair too much in the process. Protect your hair, protect your crown, protect your brain❤️

@Jesus_is_Lord_777 12 дней назад

Jesus loves you ❤️ Never forget that. And may I add that He cares for you too 🙏

@SaharaKnows 24 дня назад

Braids are not protective. They are just styles. Cornrows are the only braids that truly give your hair a break and can be considered protective.

@chinazanwankwo3657 24 дня назад

That is Ur opinion

@JennJackson 24 дня назад

Cornrows with added hair have destroyed a lot of people's hair as well. I think it all comes down with how ANY style is done. Is it tight, is it pulling, is it heavy, are we ignoring our hair etc....

@nichelleloh6659 24 дня назад

More like they break ur hair off and it's not a protective style if it breaks off one's hair!

@The_Eleventh_Sign 24 дня назад

they are for me, my hair grows nice and healthy. as usual... everyone is different.

@LethalLemonLime 24 дня назад

Hair doesn't need a break. It's not a living organism. What is it taking a break from? Maybe the wearer needs a break though.

@liarslie8072 24 дня назад

I've graduated 🎓. I started doing wash & go's this past winter & I was under the sink at least 3/4 times a week. I noticed right away that my hair no longer looked dry = LowP 👋🏿. So, I moved from lowP to medium porosity = Moisture Training is my thing now. I wear twists & hydrate several times a week & 🔒 with oils & butters. I'm collar bone now, arm pit next ⏳. I've never been a fan of faux hair so no issues there, my coils are oxygen rich😊. Thanks for sharing

@rachelmihigo 24 дня назад

Put grease, cream or oil when you have washed your hair and it is dry not dump or dripping. It is just skin that you have to moisturise as you moisturise your face after washing it.

@da1stamericus 24 дня назад

Exactly. I spritz my hair when I wear braids. And I oil them. I wear braids from time to time because it gives me a break. I have two daughters with really thick, one midback the other just shy of waist lengtht 4b-4c hair. So spraying my and their hair keeps it from breaking. Our hair is water thirsty.

@user-vo3bv3lz5r 21 день назад

it makes my scalp smell and get dirt faster.. I only put oil when needed.. I like the pattern mist spray & I put it on after it's styled.

@skindippedingold 20 дней назад

@@da1stamericusYessss my 4B/4c hair along with the kiddos hair loves water on a daily.

@Coilylady 23 дня назад

And a big thumbs up to the current hair style! Lookin too cute gurl… 😊

@Meloyadina 24 дня назад

I washed my hair yesterday, and last night I was just not in the mood to style it 😅, just I put it in some large braids (just my hair) & best believe I'm pinning them up to go to my dental appt tomorrow. Cause yep 'easy living' 😊

@victorybeginsinthegarden 24 дня назад

Someone is trying to shake the table again. Lol but my hair is a lot healthier in protective styles. Its also easier. I can get up and go. I do agree that i have left my braids in longer than i should which is not good.

@skyelynnae 24 дня назад

Same! My hair breaks off more when I'm doing wash n go's, my hair flourishes when it's in braids for me

@victorybeginsinthegarden 23 дня назад

@@skyelynnae yes and I oil my scalp lol

@skindippedingold 20 дней назад

Same! Wash and goes will have my hair dry and eventually bald😂 cornrows with my natural seems to work better. I guess everyones hair has different needs

@victorybeginsinthegarden 20 дней назад

@@skindippedingold so true black hair is so diverse there will never be a one size fits all solution just a lot of trial and a lot of error 😪

@bribecq 11 дней назад

I’ll say this: even if you DID say you’ll never braid your hair again, you’re allowed to change your mind. We grown out here. We’re allowed to say one thing & do another. WITHOUT reporting it to anyone. SHOCKING! I know. Do what is best for you which may or may not change over time. Love this video. 🤍

@JennJackson 11 дней назад

Thank you for the support!

@charlotteroberts3763 24 дня назад

I’m a protective style person or a person who prefer a style to protecting the hair growing out of my scalp. Chemicals or sew-ins are styles of the past. When you know better, you strive to do better. I will do a wig from temple to time because I can take it off daily. Yes, I’m protecting my crown. 😅😊

@channel73459 23 дня назад

I personally consider braids a protective style, my hair thrives in them plus i moisturise as well. I just dont keep them on for too long. If you understand the definition of the word "protect" then braids fall under this category because my hair is not exposed shrinkage and any kind manipulation. Its stuck in those braids until i take them off meaning no combing, no styling and no shrinkage, so yes, they are "protective".

@michelelove 21 день назад

I agree. Too much noise in the natural community about what you should and shouldn’t do. Do what works best for you. Protective styles are what it says, protects the hair, less manipulation more retention.

@zarario4444 18 дней назад

You can do braids with your natural hair.

@seekingenlightenment2026 16 дней назад

Kudos to you Sis, and thank you for your honesty!!! I love that you said that we can change our mind! We can still be flexible and tell the truth about what’s happening. Balance is key. Blessings to you and your growing family. ❤

@Coilylady 23 дня назад

Loving the glasses and I love that you are continuing to pivot when it’s best for you! 💕

@rhondadenis3469 24 дня назад

The hair detox got a bad rep, but it taught me a lot. I learned that my hair doesn’t like raw oils and butters. I can use products that have butters and oils just not in the first five ingredients. I think too many people were over clarifying their hair.

@JennJackson 24 дня назад

There is much more to it than just over clarifying and some of the women/stylists has spoken on it. Healthy hair truly comes down to your overall approach to hair care vs a single ingredient.

@Talking2thEEMoon 24 дня назад

So if your hair doesn’t like butters/oils, what moisturizing products work for you?

@lunamufon 24 дня назад

@@Talking2thEEMoon The operative word is 'raw'.

@rhondadenis3469 24 дня назад

@@Talking2thEEMoon I don’t moisturize my hair, I wash, condition then style. Either a wash and go, or a twist out using gel or foam styler. Once my hair starts to dry out a little after day 4 or five. I repeat the process.

@michelleaj3853 22 дня назад

@@rhondadenis3469same here❤

@ingridmartin7986 24 дня назад

I believe in taking a two week "break". Then, I do wash and goes for about two weeks or flat twist.

@bernadettewilson2245 24 дня назад

You cn still clean ur scalp And oil ur scalp. U cn use dry shampoos or a cleanser with a clean pad or a microfiber rag/towel.

@MichelleG333 24 дня назад

I’ve been wearing wash and gos more and washing my hair 2 times a week, I have seen a flake since 😉 no need for dandruff shampoo

@tamarabeckham8760 24 дня назад

You do what’s best for you…. You’ve been doing this for years you got this…Periodt 😊

@BOAREDBEAUTY 17 дней назад

Live girl. I just found your channel, and I’m loving it. Thank you. ❤🎉

@odi320 24 дня назад

I grew up having braids back to back but cut down on protective styles solely because of the price LOL. When I went back to protective styles I realized how much maintenance it was to keep my hair healthy under braids. Now I only braid my hair for special occasions.

@justoneuser 23 дня назад

Have you tried spraying rosemary and clove infused water on your braids then applying glycerin on the braids (as best as you can)? I’ve seen it work for some who don’t wash their hair every week and their hair stays hydrated. They do this every few days or so, so the hair doesn’t have a chance to dry out. For scalp, I use ORS coconut oil hair and scalp “grease”. Otherwise, itchy scalp.

@starmaxx4 17 дней назад

Thank you for sharing this Jenn J 🥰💙

@shelterlovely 23 дня назад

Works for me,but I get your point

@FineNaturalHairROCKS 23 дня назад

This is such a good topic and conversation! I'm definitely here for this. Thank you for putting me on to the research about kanekelon hair causing cancer. I, for one, will be avoiding that hair from now on especially since it irritates my skin anyways. Human braiding hair is more expensive but at least it's not itchy and full of cancer-causing materials. Great video btw!!!

@barbarahodges8835 19 дней назад

I now realize that protective styles and wigs are not my thing. I love this video and I thank you for sharing ❤

@kieshaarielle 24 дня назад

For the most part I can agree with the statement that hair growth has majority to do with what's going on internally; but from my own experience I have seen how topical application also helps. But for the most part internal health is where hair growth stems

@shalayne9054 23 дня назад

Length retention is the part that's the struggle.

@channel73459 23 дня назад

I dont think hair really works like that unless if you want breakage, you've got to take care of your hair both inside and out. Neglecting your hair on the outside just because you eat all the right staff for hair growth will not help you with anything unless if you have straight or type 1 hair. Curly hair esp type 4 shrinks and is prone to breakage so it's very important to take care of it on the outside

@j.t2310 16 дней назад

Great video! ❤Interesting, what’s key is that you started taking better and more consistent care of your hair. Moisture more often since you’re washing it more. ❤

@everythingniasha 14 дней назад

You still have to add moisture no matter what style your hair is . Dry and brittle hair leads to breakage

@sumthingood-jb2wn 24 дня назад

Thank you, thank you, thank you, thank you!!! for saying that it's not what you're doing on the outside, but what's going on inside that's causing the hair to grow or not...I have always had hair that grows like a weed my whole life, except the time I developed severe stomach issues and wasn't absorbing minerals or nutrients..my hair became dry, brittle, and thin..I got my gut in better health and now it's back growing and healthy. My sister, whose hair never grew, even as a child never believed me when I told her that it's something going on internally. Now, at 50 yrs old, she starts managing her diabetes better, and got off certain meds and upon her doctor's advice, started taking iron, her hair is growing like a weed...I'm not trying to diagnose anyone, but if your hair isn't doing what your hair should do, get checked out. Usually it's something that can easily be fixed such as more of a certain mineral or vitamin...just need to find what specific vitamin or mineral

@nitajoesplaytherapy4639 17 дней назад

Your hair is so cute. Love this look❤

@jarrettm6186 24 дня назад

I've always done braids and consider them a protective style. My hair thrives and grows...also have to consider taking care of your hair underneath like washes, oil, grease, etc. Plus, I'm in the military and I hardly have time for natural styles lol

@jamilawright1674 23 дня назад

These braiders that want your hair bone straight, no product, and then add edge control to each little section are doing our hair a disservice. When i do extensions, i do it myself and add extra moisture to my kinky hair before i braid it up. I dont keep it in past 3-4 weeks and my hair is always moisturized when i remove the braids. I rather have healthy hair over perfectly laid hair.

@stephaniepink9060 22 дня назад

Hi. My daughter loves getting her hair braided by the African Braiders and they do same, they actually have a salon. They say come as you are. They will wash, blow dry, and braid. When she gets home, she adds AMLA oil to hair and Indian Hemp pomade to her scalp! Her braids last for about 2-3 months! Her hair is Flourishing!❤💯❤️🥰🥰💯💯💯💯

@psnnieshamarie2383 22 дня назад

All that edge control causes so much flaking and dandruff in my scalp. Most stylists put it directly on the scalp and it just can’t handle that. It’s left me not able to get these braided styles because I can’t find an alternative to edge control

@PrincessFortier 22 дня назад

Amazing! Yesss to alll of thissss

@KSTEWARTXO 20 дней назад

Growing up braids did protect and grow our hair. I believe this new wave of “knotless” is the problem and that hair gel folks be using. Regular boxed braids had my hair as a child growing. Basic pro style and blue magic. Just my opinion.

@anarr7411 15 дней назад

Thank you for this video.

@blackroseillustrations6484 3 дня назад

Congrats on the pregnancy! Hope you remain healthy and have a safe delivery.

@beautyupabove4708 24 дня назад

I believe you about stress and hair, but my son got a divorce just after serving in the military and his hair started growing longer and longer while the divorce process was going. I started twisting his hair and its still long. Now his hair is the same length as mine (mid back) and my hair was longer than his in the beginning. In this case stress didn't affect his hair. Thank God for it.

@JennJackson 24 дня назад

Or maybe in his case, someone one’s daughter was stressing him out and his hair flourished once he let her go 😅

@beautyupabove4708 22 дня назад

@@JennJackson 😉

@lunamufon 24 дня назад

You can still cleanse the scalp with sea breeze or which hazel

@krvera01 24 дня назад

I like the braid pattern 😊

@vettejakes 24 дня назад

Good video! Nice to see you 😊

@MsHoneyFly11 24 дня назад

Yeah When I would take my wig off I would always forget/feel inadequate about how to care for my hair and what products and techniques really work for me. So I vowed to learn my hair. As a result I wore my hair out a good chunk of 2023 and 2024 and I feel so much more confident. I am now back to wigs but plan to wear it out again in August but I am washing every two weeks now so that’s an improvement

@stephaniepink9060 22 дня назад

Yes!! Weekly washes Truly hydrates!! I start doing this because I workout 🏋️‍♀️ everyday, so I sweat more, so I a am actually I washing my hair every 4 days!! Great tutorial!❤❤🥰💯🥰💯🥰💯❤️❤️❤️

@stelyah9025 23 дня назад

I hope this helps with the CONFUSION that’s is NOOILSNOBUTTER😭 that I’ve learn. The no oil and butter means use creams instead RAW oils and butter . Creams are INFUSED with oil and butters , same with our shampoo and conditioner. And if you need or want a topical product for your scalp MILK scalp serum is the best to go. I use the Ordinary HA scalp serum it’s so good , it’s lightweight so it allow your scalps pores to breathe but also allow it to have the space to produce it own oils . Because our scalp produce its own oils. That why so many people who have a lot of flakes problem comes from. they’re scalp is already producing a lot of oil already and adding more oil basically congest your scalp and flakes are the result of that . The best thing a dermatologist told me was treat the skin on your scalp as the skin on your face because it the same skin . So less is more , and the products that we use on our face like hyaluronic acid , salicylic acid are very beneficial to scalp care. And also using oils like an ointment so say you did a styles to tight and you have a sore spot that is when oil comes to play . Only apply it when needed

@anna-is6tt 24 дня назад

I never wore a "protective" style. I've had block braids, styled cornrows, hair pulled back styled into a bun. Hairstyles I like to wear, it's not protecting anything, heat, weather elements, regular comb & brushing.... But I do use heat protection when I use straighteners/curling wands.

@ladybird491 22 дня назад

Why do all that? Would you if had 3A hair?

@alexiselle3347 23 дня назад

Protective styles thin out and break off my fine 4c hair. Also, where did you get your glasses from? I love them!

@totjazzy2198 22 дня назад

I love the glasses.

@princessigbo2631 13 дней назад

I stopped doing protective styles, no added hair or chemicals, combing, brushing, dyeing, blow drying and using heat on my hair. 3 or 4 hair products. My hair has never been healthier, thicker, longer, hydrated,retaining length and volume. I will never go back.

@novatastic1111 22 дня назад

I started doing mini twist I’m not used to how it looks but I’m hoping it helps me with hair growth 😅

@JokesandJudgement 20 дней назад

It's only protective if you're actually taking care of the hair. Braiding hair that hasn't been deep conditioned, trimmed or given a break is problematic. Also leaving the styles in for more than 6 weeks is a dangerous game. I prefer to do individual crochet braids and twists. It takes a lot of tension off of my scalp. Lastly never ever go directly from one style to the next. The scalp needs like two weeks to recover from traditional "protective styling"

@lydiataylor7677 21 день назад

As with everything, moderation and specificity is key. Try CURLS “Hair Under There ” oil or Design Essentials Scalp Care “Anti-Itch” oil for your protective styles. Certain oils may irritate your scalp causing inflammation and flakiness. Any scalp treatment with tea tree oil is a good start because it is a natural antibacterial. I LOVE your braids in this video! I wish I knew how to do that. Currently learning how to braid my own hair.

@Lady_Clare4 24 дня назад

Cute style!

@PolarTurtle6401 22 дня назад

If you do an oil treatment I've heard your supposed to wash it out with shampoo in about 2hrs - 24hrs. Leaving oil in your hair without washing it out can actually also cause scalp irratation. It sounds counter - inntutive but its a great way to have your hair shinner and softer without flaking

@ayemad 23 дня назад

Braids are protective for me but I spray once a week with my home made leave in and never keep longer than 2/3 weeks

@lnyawilliamsmoorell5061 24 дня назад

African Royale braid spray was good back in the day. Softee Aloe Vera gel curl activator kept cornrows moisturized and using a silk scarf kept it looking neat. Thanks for sharing. (Gen 1:27-30; Rev 21:3-6) 👏🏾🙏🏾💜💐😀🎉

@LakaciaLloyd 22 дня назад

I don’t know why everyone forgot about braid spray!! Braids back then weren’t nearly so destructive to the hair because we were advised to use braid spray often. At least the hair stayed with some moisture, if nothing else.

@WarmSun_MGM 23 дня назад

I don’t do protective styles. I still use oil i just don’t put it on my scalp, only my hair strands. But taking liquid iron has made the biggest difference in my health journey. My hair is so much thicker and moisturized.

@thetruequeen6747 23 дня назад

Thank u it’s so true protective styles r not honestly protective cause it causes such an uncontrollable itch i mean that just drives u crazy plus ur hair can still break off from being dry and brittle from the ends. I wore braids, twists, cornrows and crochet styles for years plus it was easy for work but it is extremely expensive and it didn’t make my hair grow any faster but it sure did thin out my edges and I can’t seem to grow them back.

@ErthaRizas 13 дней назад

Wow beautiful style

@anika.c1063 24 дня назад

I wore braids back to back and my hair was damaged looking like I had heat damaged. So I think when it comes to protective styles like braids, I think they’re fine but not as back to back styles. Like maybe just a few times a year

@prettystreetchic 16 дней назад

I retain the most with wash n go styles. I went through a knotless braids phase and my hair thinned so much. It depends on the style, hair type and maintenance. I think just babying your hair is the best.

@luwiesgirl 17 дней назад

Can you please tell me where you got your frames? They are beautiful!

@la8919-q3j 15 дней назад

People are still insecure about wearing out their real hair,. It’s not about protective styles, it’s just doing a hairstyle👀 cornrows=hair styles, braids =hairstyles. People have over thought this process. Just braid your hair when you don’t want to do your hair every day. 🙄. What you put in your body matters the most. What you put on your hair makes a difference. Plus, you figured out what works for you. BINGO… that’s the key. Everyone should have their own journey to what works for them✅

@whateverman2674 22 дня назад

That's one of the things about my hair that I hated: The Dryness. But not anymore. I braid my hair with my own hair. ( big plaits) No dryness when I started to deep condition and washed my hair twice a week with plaits and used flaxseed gel to seal everything in. I do it all with big plaits. The only thing is.....I must ensure the conditioner is liquid enough to get in the plaits and ensure I rinse it out 3-4xs with water.

@mula.a 24 дня назад

Whenever I have braids, I make rosemry and mint water and spritz it on my hair twice or thrice a week, so I can moisturise my scalp and hair. Braids are very convenient

@mizzpenguin2 20 дней назад

Maybe a steam hood with spray moisturizer would help.

@azkp77 23 дня назад

Me too I keep my hair braided still but every two weeks I take it down and do it and I only use my natural hair

@christinac25 20 дней назад

Just recently decided to stop back to back braids and I’m excited seeing results already. Had to face the hard truth that my attachment to “protective styles” wasn’t protecting nothing, I was just lazy 😩🤣

@JennJackson 19 дней назад

It’s so hard for us to admit that hard truth but I am glad you are doing what works for you

@carolperdue7534 20 дней назад

I’m glad to hear this because some of these folks out here will have you scared to wear your hair out. I’ve always done wash and go’s and wearing my hair out and it still grows. And I wore so many wigs during the pandemic that I can’t stand even the thought of a wig on my head.

@JennJackson 19 дней назад

Thanks for sharing - yeah I am definitely done with wigs🫣

@javiermami 16 дней назад

Thank you for doing this video been saying this for years ppl don't believe you. I hate wearing braid i just press my hair twice a month and wash twice a month use oils butters and my hair grows a lot. Never had a perm im glad my mom taught me this take care of your body mind and hair is key consistency. I use coco butter kokum butter mango butter Shea butter batana oil castor oil and rosemary arr my favorites. I havent had dandruffs or itchy scalp. I also like nettle oil shampoo. I also use Indian ayurvedic oils in my head alma oils and they shampoos are great black seed oil shampoo.

@LPzzxz 21 день назад

What scalp nurishment did you use aside from oils?

@CandidlyToni 22 дня назад

I recently stopped using synthetic hair, oils and went back to the basics. I mean the bare minimum. I’ve been rocking micros with my own hair since April. I wash my hair with them. I moisturize them, grease my scalp and just redo them one by one with they get to frizzy. It’s been working thus far and it’s low maintenance. Nothing pulling and tugging my hair and my scalp is only itchy when it needs to be washed.

@divineofomaja 23 дня назад

i definitely agree with the curl chat being a general term but the natural hair community and division are...5&6😂

@ancestorbackwithanewname 11 дней назад

You are saying exactly what Dickey here on RU-vid says. He actually suggests we wet our hair wayyyyyyyy more than we do. He said if you can’t wet it every day you wanna put a rich leave-in and oil on the hair after shampooing and blow dry these into the hair THEN go into the protective style and it’ll maintain the moisture for a bit

@carmsherrell737 8 дней назад

I was told back to back protective styles are not good for my hair. So that could be part of the problem.

@shal. 20 дней назад

Hi, since I braid my hair with wool, i can really enjoy the results.

@JennJackson 20 дней назад

I hear wool is drying, is it not?

@misspoks1550 24 дня назад

I am just laughing over here. This video is it and Maám you are allowed to do you... I just love this Mama. I have done braids just once this year and I want to get another one because I am tired of washing my hair every two weeks..chiile I need a break so off to braids.

@sweett2459 7 дней назад

Never wear braids because I never thought of it as a protective style. I workout a lot and my hair will break off from washing it on a weekly basis so I wear twist. This allows me to take care of my hair and scalp in the way that helps it to thrive. My hair growth have always been good! Never needed oils/butters but scalp naturally moisturizes my hair. Do not think that any or all of us are the same as regards protective styles! Many of my friends and familyls hair have grown waist length with wearing protective styles. All are different!

@JustNetra 9 дней назад

Love this style also where are frames from?

@coffeebean4356 24 дня назад

TBH there is no such thing as a protective style, it is just a style. If you are properly caring for your hair despite the style it is in then it is fine.

@TextureTalk1 16 дней назад

Ive always braided my hair even while relaxed. I just hate dealing with my hair period.

@bunnybeeyou8026 20 дней назад

I just learned how to do feed in scalp braids at 29 😂. Im not letting my new powers go to waste. Im looking for a good braid spray now. I am guilty of washing only twice a week. I noticed i get dandruff at two weeks. Having a toddler doesn't make it any easier. But hey, one day at a time😂❤

@xykarijehywat0814 14 дней назад

I actually stopped doing full box braids years ago and it changed my hair tremendously. My go-to now is thicker twists with loose marley hair that matches my texture. It's way less time consuming, I spray/moisturize twice a day and I'm able to wash weekly. I redo the twists individually bi-weekly (unravel, gently detangle, pre-poo scalp, spray/moisturize strands) and wash my scalp after. After 2mo I remove to wash my hair normally, let it air dry in twist and repeat. I've experienced very little hair fall, it feels strong w/ no breakage. I'm always amazed every time I wash, my hair retained at least 3in over the past 2mos! We all do whatever works best for us ❤

@traceylomax2156 21 день назад

It depends on the person. Protective styles (braids) works out good for me, but it damages my daughter hair

@rinatail7248 День назад

When it comes to oils and butters I don't put them on my scalp, because I produce a lot of oil naturally. I put the oils halfway down and comb them to distribute them to the ends. Butters only ever go on my ends.

@leahjrm4614 14 дней назад

I notice my hair grew tremendously and faster when I just washed it every two weeks, moisturized and oiled, less blow dry, and wore wigs.

@bbunns 23 дня назад

I believe the weave (human hair and synthetic) makes the style of braids not protective. Especially if your hair is fine/low density. The added weight and tension increase the chance of breakage.

@SheWhoRemainz 14 дней назад

I think anything done too often can be detrimental. And she is absolutely correct, having braids makes you lazy in keeping up on your hair regiment. I’ve had a set of braids in my hair for 2 months, and I’ve wash my hair once ….( please go easy on me in the comment section)

@cheshiredj 24 дня назад

You need all the convenience you can get. If I was going to have 2 kids under 2, I would probably go back to my TWA! That was the easiest hair I've ever had but I can't quite bring myself to cut my hair off again. But if life keeps stressing me out, it could happen 😉

@JennJackson 24 дня назад

Girl don’t tempt me but yes, I have seriously thought about it and it’s not off the table lol

@agdoren 14 дней назад

Many, many years ago protective hair styles just meant low manipulation and tucking your ends in so simple buns and updos. Somehow it became complex braided style with extensions and lace front wigs. I don't know how, why and when this changed but IMO braids like this while cute are not good for the hair, especially if you live in them. Wigs sure as long a you aren't gluing them down and destroying your edges in the process but I think the only true protective styles are buns because they are simple and do what they actually mean to do. They don't grow the hair but support length retention minimizing damage because the ends aren't exposed that's it.

@julem247 23 дня назад

Such a good video, thank you! I had a period of about 4 years where I wore convenience styles to "grow my hair" but slowly realized that my hair was growing when I took better care of it. I've always washed my hair weekly whether I had braids or not - my scalp starts acting up if I don't. I admit to feeling a bit frustrated at having the style disturbed but at the end of day, I mostly want to be comfortable! I am loving my hair so much these days and I love that if whatever style I try doesn't work out, I just pick out my afro and I'm good! Thanks again for this!