I thought this wash and go was a success...until it dried! 😩 

Jen!! I started doing no oils/no butters about a month before you did and let me tell you, it has been so nice seeing someone else go through the same challenges as me! A few things I learned along the way: 1. Innersense as a brand was a no-no for me (I know, so sad). I tried both the conditioner and the gel and neither gave me the slip or hydration I was looking for, especially since I cut out a leave in conditioner with this method. 2. I went back to using a deep conditioner as my weekly conditioner. I know BGC says you don't need one unless your hair desperately needs repair, but a deep conditioner penetrates more than a regular one, and I can definitely notice on wash days and beyond. 3. I strayed from the recommended products of BGC and focused on ingredient lists instead. BGC does a great job of providing a starting point, but my hair did not mesh well with them and some are pricey! I firmly believe you do not need salon products in order to be successful with this, and I think a lot of misconception comes from potential accessibility issues. I use The Doux No Scrubs shampoo, Not Your Mother's Matcha and Green Apple Deep Conditioner, and African Pride Styling Gel (only $5!). Side note: I do not know what technically constitutes a botanical gel, but African Pride uses aloe and other botanical ingredients that are high on the ingredient list, which I do not see as problematic for my hair. Sorry for the novel, but I have developed such a deep appreciation for my hair over the past 2 month by simply accepting what my 4b/4c (?) hair looks like and having fun with it. Hope this is helpful

The wash n be humbled

Hey Jenn! I'm so excited to see how it goes with the stylist. If nothing else, it's always sooo nice to have someone else wash your hair.

Thanks for coming back to give us this update❤️.

you look absolutely beautiful in the final shot of this video! your hair your skin your facial features your glow is stunning😍

I enjoyed this wash day! So fun but relaxing at the same time. Also, lovvee that you made the journey your own by now sectioning your hair. Go Jenn!

Thanks for sharing your process. I just heard of black girl curls and joined the SSC digital library. I am loving all the new information I am learning. My first W&G was a fail but I know I have a long way to go and still doing my 1 month detox.

Jenn your shrinkage is unmatched! I just realized how long your hair is when you had it in sections. I love how you’re using what you’ve learned but also incorporating what works for you. This wash day seemed more pleasurable and you can tell through the screen 😊

Jen girl, it’s a good thing you weren’t chasing definition because gurl after all that work we know how wash day is really a lot of work.. and then it ends up being a fail ain’t nobody got the time…lol but your hair is beautiful either way when it’s wet and flat or standing in a fro..

Thanks Jen! I prefer to detangle brush during my conditioner application too also washing in sections helps a lot too. I see you struggling less for sure 🤗 Can’t wait to see your cut to the shape you want. That’ll make a big difference too!

you're hair is gorgeous!!

I use a little kinky curly leave in along with uncle Funky's gel and it works better for me that way. I find that the doux shrinks my hair up too much so it only gets use from me lightly when my hair is dry and I'm refreshing it. I use the I create hold for my edges.

Great video!!! I personally use the doux mousse on its own for wash n go's, but that's because I HATE sitting under the dryer for too long, and the doux mousse dries in like 15-20 minutes on its own. It also gives me more volume than when I use gel (and as someone with low-density hair, I love volume!!), although I sometimes have to restyle midweek.

Jen!!! I feel you sis. I also sometimes prepoo with Conditoner that follows the 30 day hair detox before shampooing but only when necessary because I don’t like using more steps than needed. I think the idea is that if your hair is washed and detangled more routinely you’ll have less issues detangling with just the Conditoner step. However life be lifing so sometimes the hair gets tangled up more when doing certain styles or given certain conditions the hair has been through so your not alone!

Hi girly! Your hair shape looks beautiful! I sometimes use bobby pins after my hair dry to get a different shape for fun, using hair scarfs are my jam to add a different look on my growing out tappered cut.

I’m glad you pre-pooed with the conditioner and twisted your hair, because it really made your wash “hour” a lot more pleasant! That’s a win! I hope other people who are watching your journey who have similar struggles consider this. A lot of people I know who use the Doux for wash and go’s have the desired result of a wash and fro - that will only last a few days. Fo is an exception and she used less UFD, I think. Also, you have to take into consideration people’s curl diameter and surface texture. I don’t think this combo universally gives a great look. I just remembered something I read online about the shampoos. I’m pretty sure I left this comment before, but I can’t help myself LOL! That Ouidad is absolutely more of a clarifying shampoo. Not only because of the primary surfactant in the ingredient list but the color of it. Clear shampoos are typically more clarifying, while white/pearlescent shampoos tend to be more moisturizing. I’m playing around with ratios for UFD + I Create Hold. I’ve only nailed it once and didn’t write down what I did. It seems to be a combo that gives universally good results, but you do have to figure out the ratios that give you the desired result that you want. I heard someone say that letting UFD sit on their hair for about 10 minutes before applying I Create Hold helped with the tangling effect. I also read that using too much I Create Hold and not enough water might result in this. I’ve read several accounts, including a comment below this video, so you’re not alone. I’m still looking into this. One last thing :) If I were you (knowing what I know now), I would go to a dermatologist. I think you probably overcleansed your hair unnecessarily and inadvertently. A dermatologist will be able to help you with your flaky scalp easily. I used to think that flaky scalps were normal, but now I know better.

My hair looked like yours (when I was in high school... years ago) I was teased and made fun of by someone. Times have changed. 🥰

This was definitely a wash and no but it's all good gurl. She's healthy and beautiful as usual❣

The fro is beautiful on you Jenn.

I love that you show us all aspects of your journey good, bad and indifferent. Can't wait to see your next hair vlog because I'm mind blow at the colour of your hair. Love it and the definition. I've been back to natural for only a short time (March 2020 - basically Covid) and I'm just getting to grips with what works for me currently following the LCO method (more or less) and I'm loving the results so far. I am very interested in your journey so far with no oils and butters and love how rich your hair is looking. I'm looking into my ingredients list more now thanks to watching you and LaToya E and as my current products finish, will be replacing them with humectant rich products if I can get them. Really enjoying learning about my hair and what works for me, thanks for sharing with us. Knowledge is power. Keep up the good work. Ps. prayers of love and support to you & your family following the Haiti storm/earthquake. ❤

I used kinky curly’s leavin and uncle funky’s gel for the first time the other day and I LOVED it. Hair feels moisturized and any knots are easy to pull apart and I like the definition and level of elongation I got. Eco styler gave me definition and length, but too crunchy and dry and the tangles killed me. The kinky curly gel is good too. Similar to uncle funky’s but I feel like I have to use wayyy more which isn’t ideal for the wallet.

I think it looked great, especially day 5!!!

Jenn I felt similar about the UFD and Mousse Def combo. I liked it for like 2 days and then the humidity took it over. I also felt the “dry feeling” too. My stylist recommended I use the Design essentials curl enhancing mousse instead (the green one) it’s not as defined but my hair has that soft smooth feeling so I’d consult with your stylist first but that’s what I’ve tried abs been recommended for my hair and climate.

Your hairline is perfect!

I love your vids, Jenn!! Sections are the truth! I shampoo and style in section as well. Just bigger sections. Here are a few tips that could help: Always Deep Condition when you clarify. Wash your hair as soon as it's dry or you just feel like its needs a wash. I usually co-wash my hair every other day or when it starts itching/feels dry. There is no set schedule. Just listen to your hair. :) Taking care of my hair is so freeing now. I also just started putting on a good amount of leave-in conditioner before styling. Game Changer! Ayiti!!! =)

Your hair looks cute. I love when my hair is fresh out of a wash n go, and I love when it gets more full and frizzy 3 or 4 days later. It's like my look changes on it's own, and I just go with it. I love Kinky Curly. Knot Today, and Curling Custard. It retains moisture for me. I have even noticed the shift from being inside, with a/c, to stepping outside with more humidity. My hair looks and feels amazing when this happens. I haven't had much success with The Doux. It doesn't last for me and I want to have my hair last longer than a day or two. Maybe it's a climate thing too!

i have watched so many video s someone else felt the same as you.about the doux, but it may not feel how you like but it looks beautiful. you r going to a stylist but don t cut too short it looks beautiful

Can’t wait for your stylist video!!

You had the same exact experience I had with the doux. I tried a different mousse the design essential almond and avocado mousse and it was awesome.

I just gave away the deaux and went back to design essentials in combination with UFD. I like the shine and softness of that combination.

Hi Jenn! Thank you for sharing all the ups and downs of the wash and go!! I'm also new to this and also leave in Canada. I was wondering if you could share who's your stylist and/or recommendations for the Montreal, Quebec area. And also where did you end up getting your Uncle funky and the Doux mousse? Thanks in advance :)

Love ❤ your videos been so helpful,was struggling. Which butters can you use for hair?

Look, I feel the wash hour can begin after you section and detangle if it helps you to be able to wash an hour. Styling is totally separate and has it's own time. For that you can set a time on how long you want to spend styling (30 min to an hour for example). I like this detox thing but who says you have to follow the rules to the tee. As long as you're using the right products, eliminating the oils n butters, then it all good. TFS Jenn. Glad it's working for you. One thing I'd suggest is try brushing the the styling products through then use it hands.

I use henna, avid henna girl but it doesn't work on dirty hair so I always clarify when I use it, like I use black soap with added protein to clarify, then use henna. I also add more protein into the henna to really strengthen my hair. What I have noticed is that your hair shrinks more when you clarify your hair, it's light, bouncy and shrinks more even when you use oils and butters, which I do. So if you have 4c hair even with whatever routine you use you will have a fro with slightly more defined ends.

The doux works really well for me in the winter but makes my hair feel dry during the summer months.

I may have missed it, but have you tried the kinky curly full line of products? shampoo, leave-in, and custard gel ? I use it and love it. Also I find that I have to spritz my hair with water every day (at least morning and evening), which helps it to keep the moisture and stay softer. If I don't use water, it doesn't stay moisturized for a full 1-2 weeks of a wash-n-go.

I haven’t used the mousse from the doux yet, but from what the owner says that emulsifying it in your hands, disrupts the viscosity of the product. She also never suggests it as a topper, but actually as a base because It apparently has a leave in conditioner in its formulation. I’m gonna keep studying her application methods, and when I try it, I hope my experience goes well

Another issue with UFD curly magic is that some labels say glycerin, some don't and it's not listed on the website. So there is a concern that they are not disclosing all the major ingredients.

I was thinking about that combo of Uncle Funkys Daughter with the Doux Mousse. I did try mousse alone and it did feel soft and moisturized. I also like Uncle Funkys Daughter Curly Magic with I Create Hold.

Put the Mousse Def on first...then the Curly Magic and maybe a anti-humidity topper gel if needed ❤️

Also when i use UFC I always use a topper gel, followed with Mousse Def.

Do you think there was a heavy application of mousse? Would you have had more moisture if you hadn't rinse some of the UFD under water. I don't know just asking...

Yall need a Leave in! Especially my Kinky hair!!! I believe they are primers before styling! Thanks honey!

I used the doux three times to do a twist out. One of those times I used a leave in before and my hair felt softer but when I used the doux mousse by itself?? By hair was feeling so dry it was even difficult to separate.

Hi Jen, I also tried a WnG with uncle funkys and the doux mouse and had the same results. Basically dry!! I then saw Fo use the same combination with the as i am leave in conditioner before using uncle funkys and the doux and guuuuuurrrrrlll the moisture overload is insane!! Also I don’t put uncle funkys in the shower because I end up washing it all out by adding more water 😂😂 I only put the leave in conditioner in the shower.

Sis, you should try Kinky curly leave in conditioner and gel.

Finally someone else who said I create hold tangled tf out of their hair, too much aloe doesn’t agree with my hair apparently

Try the nurture healthy curls water locking gel by Hydra Bar as a topper

I saw you were doing a protective styling challenge before starting this, is your hair in a dehydrated state? If so, I would NOT use the Doux for a wash and go. Mousse Def should not be used on dehydrated hair, nor should ICV (heard stylists saying this but also speaking from my own dehydrated experience lol… detangling was a nightmare for the following 2 weeks. A poor decision!) UFD/ICH is a much better combo if you hair happens to be dehydrated, I would stick with that and find a way to mitigate the tangling (my stylist just uses the Felicia again but there may be other solutions to try like saturation, water/products ratio, temperature, etc.) Can’t wait to see the cut video 😊

I tried the doux and uncle funky's...my hair did not like that combination. My hair was very dry and dull. Didn't like it at all. Now, the doux product that I used was the big poppa gel. That gel works fine by itself...but I haven't been able to pair any of their products with other stuff. At all. I can pair uncle funky's with eco and that's an awesome one. However, I'm trying to get away from using eco styler.

Make some flaxseed gel. Very easy. Two strand twist may give you the look you’re looking for. The gel will leave your soft and it’s aids in growth.

After watching this I washed my hair in sections and it made detangling a thousand times easier.

Doux is anti-humectant I believe, so blocking out water is its job... that is why it is used as a topper or last gel. When I'm Using something like UFD then topping it with the doux or a mousse, my reasoning is for a more "weightless" look on day 1 while still blocking out humidity. However, if I do something like UFD then top it with ICH, I want a stiff hold (longevity) that has "weight" because of the thickness of ICH. Even then because humidity has been 82% here I then "glaze" my hair with a anti-humectant because the air outside almost reactivated all the humectants in my hair and it feels wet and sticky. I hope that makes sense...

I'm curious: is the point of this method to try another method to see if your hair likes it? Or is this supposed to be somehow healthier than other ways of managing your natural hair? At this juncture, from all of the different videos I've seen, if your hair is not dehydrated, damaged or unhealthy, then it's just a matter of preference regarding how you want your curls/Kinks/coils to look and the method you use to get that look. Let me know if I'm missing something.

I am with you on the Doux and UFD combo. Not for me. I went right back to UFD and innersense ICH. Appreciate your videos

Try the UFD, I CREATE HOLD, AND THEN MOUSSE DEF!!

At least I know Im not the only person who was confused by the doux results. I prefer definition and hold, and if that means a longer drying time, than so be it!

Do u think detangling was easier because u prepooed and used sections?

The doux doesn't pair well with UFD for me..and I know the ladies from BGCs said they don't love it for most of their clients. For me it applied nicely, but it was too frizzy for day 1 and only lasted a few days

I don’t like the Doux Mousse. I prefer Big Poppa with Uncle Funky’s. Is that on your list of products (probably not) but it works for me and it feels soooo moisturized.

Hey Girl❤️

You hair was cute like you said until it dried! How did you survive!! Omg hell no!!! I can’t and won’t EVER! Never! Do a wash and go I can’t my hair would be such a disaster I would so cry!

The wash and I'm scared to try it!

I feel the same way about the doux. It’s very drying once it dries. It’s disappointing

Hi Jenn, did you dye your hair black? It looks so dark.

Try UF, the doo and then I create hold (in that order) AMAZING!!!!!

For a 4c type of hair ure hair does not shrink as much while u putting the products in the shower. I wonder why. I have 4c hair whenever I put water and any products my hair shrinks and it comes very short short.

The wash and keep learning😂😂... I am on month 3. But if I'm honest...I actually liked the finished product. It looks quite realistic, looks like it not crunchy. I may have parted it differently.

It’s the normalize shedding for me! & I said the Doux had drying ingredients

New subscriber 🥰💙💕.. came from LaToya Ebony channel 🥰.. I luv your Afro🥰.. thank you for this video 😊.. I’m not good at all with WNGs .. mine always looks a hot mess 🤣

I tried the doux for twist outs and im so amazed 7 days after my hair feels so soft softer than when i was using the other products

Mousse def dries my hair out too.

I cannot understand spending that much time on my natural hair; I guess that is why I will keep my hair on the short side.

I guess hair care isn't a one for all. My daughter doesn't use oil or cream on her hair but she deep conditions with Dove regularly. My hair and scalp needs oils and I only deep condition once a month at the most and my hair is fine. So all this depends on your hair's needs.

Hi Jenn thanks for your video's. Felicia LeatherWOOD btw😉

My hair turned out that recently. Had to try different products.

omg I feel you on the shape! I kept trying to make my hair look a way but it never comes out right. I can't decide if it will look better once I get a hair cut or if I just need to place it differently. Based on all your videos I feel like your scalp is telling you to wash every 5 days? I know you have a busy life so that might not be feasible, but just a thought. My hair is a fuzzy mess and my scalp itches after 3 days so I've been washing it every 3 days. I am hoping I can get to 7 days eventually! But my hair is much shorter and thinner (less dense) so it's probably easier for me to wash more often. Detangling takes me like 7-9 minutes. I tried mousse then gel then mousse and I got a pretty good set! I think I used too much mousse on the first application because it was very hard but I had a lot of definition! Not gonna lie, I"m not used to being 'stuck' using the same products all the time and I'm trying to figure out at which point I can just try something different. I know they say we have to use UFD and innersense/AG all the time but I don't want to! I like changing things up. I don't use any one product all the time in any other part of my life (except for my body lotion but it's medicated and the only thing that works for me). My face washes and lotions change all the time, I do different sheet masks depending on what my skin is doing or how I feel, I change body washes on the regular, even my allergy meds change all the time. I want to try the Mane choice, TGIN, camille Rose, ect... I miss products that smell really good.... I'm spoiled, I know I'm being a brat lol. Everyone is saying I'm doing the most but I kinda like doing the most? I think I'm going to start mixing things up soon. I want to see what else my hair can do now that I feel like I understand her better. I don't like being boxed in. I even wanted to wash it every day but I kinda got scared because I am trying to grow it long. Most people say we can't but I also know most black people have never tried it so how do we really know?! Anyway love your videos! I didn't mean to unleash my feelings on here. I don't have a lot of people in my life that I can talk to about this, and most people just want to shut me down. Oh well!

Try this combo again. This time let the UFD sit for 10 minutes then add the doux topper. If you like.

Try putting the doux on in the shower and ufd on top.

Does anyone get reminded of Bailey Sarian when she speaks? Jenn and Bailey are two of my favorite RU-vidrs and I've benefited from both of them in different ways. She's super great.

The wash and be confused...that's right! Confused as to whyyyyy I'm still in my hair an hr later 😩😩😩

My hair doesn’t like WnG either it brittles and breaks

hmmm same experience here

The doux is better for twist outs

I just don't think a mouse can give my 4c hair hold or definition. I have that mouse, but haven't used it to set my wash n go. I've used a little for moisture mid week, but the way your hair turned out is exactly what I would expect from a mouse. Since a mouse has so much air in it, I would expect a fluffy wash n go. Still cute though.

The shrinkage is disrespectful. Jenn you have a head full of hair girl. Looks good!

I know you're not necessarily going for length, but girl, come through inches. This way of caring for your hair may be a little challenging for you, but your hair appears to be loving it!❤️ You will most likely get a better understanding of the styling technique and what your hair feels like when you see a stylist, at least that is what I have been seeing for other ladies using BGC hair care practices. I like the definition that your hair gets it is uniquely yours. To me, that is the best thing about a wash-n-go is that we all get our own version of it based on what our individual hair does. Excited to see the stylist visit video.

Your face is very pretty

I had the same experience with the doux. And the creator claims that you don't need a leave in when you use it! No ma'am pam lol

Hi, Jenn! I enjoy your videos very much. Have you ever tried prepooing/detangling with marshmallow root? @4LifeAfter40 has several helpful videos on it (and there are many other videos about it on RU-vid). She boils her marshmallow root, but you can also make it using a cold infusion. It works brilliantly for detangling and also, of course, is not an oil or butter.

What you said about the application versus the dried product being so different with mousse Def reminds me of my issues with big poppa (their gel). Altho I... Truly disliked that gel lol. I kinda wanna try again and use my hooded dryer but that product felt bad on my hair and had no definition by the time it dried. I'm not having great luck with gels but it was the only one that did that lol. I kept wondering if there was something about my hair that doesn't agree with the product and vice versa

Welcome to my world

As SOON as I read the title. I slowly said NOOOOOOOO !!!

I don’t understand why no deep condition it’s best for our hair 😃

Ooh your hairline 😻

Wash and fro 😂😂😂

I can't wait to see what happens with the stylist.

The New Uncle Funky's has wheat protein and glycerin.

After drying your hair looked very dull; compared to ur previous W&G's. Lookn forward to seeing what the professionals does differently 🤔

I’m at the point where I only have to prepoo if I do a twist out. If I do a WNG it’s easy breezy. I look to Natural Reign (YT) and What the Kink (YT) for inspiration. They’re straight up about saying that mastering the WNG takes time. Also I’m close to five days between washes. I think seven will be a year from now.