Curly magic and Curlmix are a great pairing when you want greater hold than Curlmix gels. I've been trying curly magic first lately as well. I think this will be my process for fall/winter.
Curly Magic is my absolute FAVORITE gel and is my base for every single wash and go! If I watch someone’s video and they use Curly Magic, I know that I can trust their opinion LOL. I have never put a moisturizer on top of the gel (I usually use a heavier gel to top it), but I will give this combo a try. Thanks for sharing!
Shhh, don't call it a gel, lol. I don't think of it as a gel because it is super moisturizing and the hold is more significant when applied directly on the hair without a creamy leave in beneath it. Keep me posted on your results.
I haven’t seen you in years but watched you religiously when I first went natural years and years ago. I am glad I found you again. Love Curly Magic and I look forward to trying Curl Mx
This turned out beautifully! I’ve always used the curly magic as the last step but I’m really excited to try it under my moisturizer for added moisture.
So glad you are back! Yay! Always when I’m ready to revamp my wash and go technique you are here dropping gems. I recently moved to FL and I run, so I’m hoping this combination will work well!
Thank you lovely 💕💕💕 yes give this combination a try and remember I tried it out a couple times before I got it the way I wanted it. Remember when I added more water and more curly magic when I felt like it wasn’t weighing my hair down enough? Just make sure you get a good feel of the product on your hair and if it doesn’t work the first time given another try with what you’ve learned from the previous experience.
Thank you so much! I think I will try this combination. Never used either product before, but your hair turned out really cute, and with long lasting effects.
Curly Magic is my holy grail next to my homemade flaxseed gel. I actually mix a little curly magic with my flaxseed gel. I never tried Curlmix and your video has made me curious. So I think I will try it. Thank you!
Abena thank you again for this combo. Definitely will now add these tips used in this video. Forgot to mention my hair loved this combo. I used the Vanilla Berry Moisturizer
Thanks again Abena for another great demo video! I used Curly Magic styling gel for the very first time recently and liked the curl definition it gave my hair but, I still got frizzy roots! The method I used after freshly washed hair was to first use a leave-in detangler followed by Curly Magic for curl definition. I air-dried my hair and noticed the very frizzy roots with defined curls. I will instead give your method a try and begin with Curly Magic applied to sopping-wet hair followed by moisturizer (I use Black Vanilla Combing Creme by Carol's Daughter for very soft results). I'll report back with the results of applying the method you demonstrate on this video. Can't wait to give it a go! Thanks again!! MsECstreet :)
You're welcome. Remember to lay those roots before it dries. You saw how I had to re-wet my roots and apply more curly magic during the second step to avoid puffy roots. Keep me posted!
I have tried both separately recently. I have low porosity hair and I don’t think my hair likes aloe vera because I didn’t get any curl definition with the Curly Magic, just frizz. The Curl Mix avocado conditioner is so moisturizing it’s a great line.
Since you have access to both products see what happens when you try the method I used in this video. Be sure to start out with freshly washed hair so you do not have product buildup blocking penetration of the moisture from Curly Magic.
@@MyeshaB I got the idea through professional training for licensed cosmetologists that focuses on ingredients as well as other factors that impact natural hair. When you review the ingredients in Curly Magic you see the value of having it serve as the first layer to moisturize the hair. I do not view it as a gel, even though the label reads "Flex Your Curl Muscle Naturally With Our Aloe-Based, Firm Hold Curl Enhancing Gel." I view it as a moisurizer with great clumping capabilities. The aloe is a humectant that draws moisture from the environment to it so it continues to moisturize your hair. When you add the Curlmix moisturizer on top it serves as a source of moisture that Curly Magic is drawing to your hair. And the Curlmix moisturizer adds shine as well. The first time I tried it I did not use enough Curly Magic so the results were not as good. But the way I applied the product in the video yielded excellent results. So I was happy to share it with all of you. More experimenting to come!
Beautiful results Abena! I like that they lasted all week through the rain and exercise. It’s been a while since I’ve used curly magic gel. I’ll have to revisit it. I’ve never used the Curl Mix moisturizer. Not familiar with that one although it’s worth looking into. Thx so very much for sharing. Looking forward to seeing your next video! 😊👍🏽
Thank you Judi! Yes Curly Magic is definitely worth revisiting. I hope you have wonderful results when you try this combination. And remember this was the second time I did this combination so I had a good feel for how much product I needed.
Thank you! I showed how I maintain my hair in the Adwoa Beauty product review 2 years ago (shorter hair) and more recently the videos of my hair during quarantine.
So good to hear you again. Thanks for the video! Was wondering if you have tried CURL DYNASTY? I can’t believe how this makes my hair feel. Black owned, can purchase at Targets. I order online, great customer service.
Gorgeous as usual. I have tried both products individually but never together. For some reason, I could never get my hair to like the CurlMix system. I will have to go back and try them next wash day.
And hopefully give it a couple of times to get the feel for how much product to apply. As I mentioned it the video this was my second time doing this combination so I recall how it behaved the first time and I tweaked it this go round. 💕💕💕
Loved this video! Okay I am sold on this wash and go! Your hair looks amazing and you are so naturally beautiful! I haven't done a wash and go for a very long time. I as m going to try this combination this weekend. Thank you for all you do to educate us on healthy hair and how to retain length 💝
Hello Abena, I love the wash and go. I wear mine the same and with those same products. I would like to know could you share how you wear your hair during a run and what you do to your hair after your runs when it is all sweaty? Thank you so much.
My hair is completely wrapped in a scarf when I run. I keep it wrapped until after I shower and get dressed. The purpose for wrapping it is to keep it from getting sweaty or wet from touching my skin. As long as it doesn’t touch my skin it doesn’t get wet. The scarf gets wet from contact with my forehead and my neck. I will try to post a picture in my next video if I get a chance.
Do you think it was the leave-conditioner or curl mix moisturizer meaning, added on top of the curly magic that threw your hair off why you had to add more curly magic?
Hey Abena, I absolutely love your videos! I was wondering why you don't use any oils in your hair? Also, do you style one section of your hair and then rinse the conditioner out of other section right before styling, or do you rinse all of the conditioner out and then style the whole head?
Oils are already included in the formulation of the products used for conditioning and styling. There’s no need for a separate layer of oil. I rinsed the conditioner from the right side first. Applied the curly magic. Put it twists for later then did the same thing on the left side. I take shower and get dressed before styling. So there is 30 to 45 minutes in between the first layer of product and the second layer for the final style.
Honayyyy! I haven't seen you these innanetz in a minute! Wow! Your hair brought me here! Gorgeous. How on earth are you getting that length??? OK. subbing! :)
I’ve found myself asking, “What kind of athlete is she?”. Then you confirmed that, at the very least, you’re an avid runner. 😅 I use Uncle Funky’s as a base almost all the time, and I’ve tried CurlMix’s Conditioner, and Flaxseed Gel, but not the Moisturizer. I’m curious to see what Uncle Funky’s would do with the Flaxseed Gel…
@@EmbraceNaturalBeauty thank you for that tip👍🏾 your hair has only gotten more defined over the years. What do you believe is the biggest change in your regimen/ products that have yielded you the biggest success?
@@MyeshaB That is a wonderful question. I may be able to demonstrate what that difference is later on in the series of videos I plan to share. Thank you for asking!
It’s not a pretty sight 👀 my hair is completely wrapped the way it is at night for sleeping, in a scarf. . I ran one time (with a different wash and go) with my hair in a ponytail. My hair got soaked. That was the first and last time.
I'm going to try mixing the curly magic with my other leave ins and see if they work together and if it will give me more moisture. I struggle getting enough moisture from my leave ins. Still trying different ones. Bought too much of one and trying to finish it off lol silly me. 3:54
@@EmbraceNaturalBeauty I haven't bought a bottle of the curly magic yet. I have another cream to get rid of too. I'm gonna try that with the leave in first. But I wrote down your tips so I can try at a later date!
There is no "1" video. All of my videos demonstrate how to manage your hair to keep it in good condition in order to retain length. I will see if I can put together something that speaks specifically to length retention.
@@EmbraceNaturalBeauty that's so awesome thank you so much. I'll make sure to look through all your videos 😊 My hair is fine 3b 3c and it's low porosity sensitive to protein. Please recommend products in your video for weak protein sensitive hair.
When you review the ingredients in Curly Magic you see the value of having it serve as the first layer to moisturize the hair. Gels tend to have film forming ingredients to create hold that also forms a gel cast. Curly Magic does not have such an ingredient and does not form a gel cast. Therefore, I do not view it as a gel, even though the label reads "Flex Your Curl Muscle Naturally With Our Aloe-Based, Firm Hold Curl Enhancing Gel." I view it as a moisturizer with great clumping capabilities. The aloe is a humectant that draws moisture from the environment to it so it continues to moisturize your hair. When you add the Curlmix moisturizer on top it serves as a source of moisture that Curly Magic is drawing to your hair. And the Curlmix moisturizer adds shine as well. The first time I tried it I did not use enough Curly Magic so the results were not as good. But the way I applied the product in the video yielded excellent results. So I was happy to share it with all of you.
Great question. I use salon quality products for cleansing and conditioning. I invested financially to bring these products to my salon to serve my clients in person and those who schedule virtual consultations for a complete hair care routine and regimen. To learn more about these salon quality products I encourage you to schedule an appointment with me via my website available in the description box above.
Hi. I've followed you for a while and have always been a little confused about your low porosity section. I had heard that one of the key ways of distinguishing b/t lp and hp hair was that lp hair tends to have more shine and appear more moisturized than hp hair b/c of the tightly closed cuticles, yet your lp hair is just the opposite. Is the notion that lp hair appears more shiny and moisturized than hp hair just a generalization? Also, would love to know your thoughts about the new Wetline Extreme gel that has sodium hydroxide as the 2nd ingredient. Should I be concerned about this ingredient which is the main ingredient in relaxers?
It must be a generalization and one that sounds conceptual rather than actual. As you can see my hairs in my low po section appear duller and are drier than the rest of my hairs. Do you have Low Porosity hair or are you still trying to figure it out?
You will notice that I only share recommendations for products I feel comfortable putting on my own hair and that of my clientele. The new Wet Line Xtreme is not in the line up of products I intend to showcase during this series. I was not aware that they introduced a new gel containing sodium hydroxide. I don't believe it would have the potency of a relaxer, which would render it ineffective as a gel. However, it does not fit the criteria of products I am considering for myself, my clients or anyone watching my current videos. I hope that helps!
@@EmbraceNaturalBeauty Thank you for responding! Yes, I am still trying to figure it out based on general characteristics that seem to be associated with each type. I was definitely high po when I was transitioning and my hair was always dull and dry looking, but I think I may be somewhere in the middle now that I've cut off the relaxed ends. I secretly wished for low po hair all that time b/c I thought that was the secret to having shiny hair!
Will you do a wash n go series with a type 4c client who has thin, low to medium density, high porosity hair? I want to wear my hair out so bad but NO one has thin hair or thin hard to manipulate hair either. It's depressing and discouraging watching and learning when NO one has same hair issues. My hair only appears full when I wear afro puffs or a ponytail. Twist outs and braid outs make my hair appear thin and sparse. My hair grows but the ends thin out often and I find I have to trim often and unable to retain most of my length. I'm consistent with my regimen, too. I don't want to hate my hair, but thin hair SUCKS!!!!😣😣😣 Any advice?
I show various product combinations and styling methods on different textures, density porosity levels and lengths on my membership website. The link is in the description box above.
My hair has plauteaued since reaching bra length. It could be that I'm more inpatient for hair growth or it could mean I need to step up my length retention method. Thank you for your tips and techniques. I'm praying to be more educated with my hair and skin growth and health.
If your hair has reached a certain length and has not become shorter, you are retaining length. It sounds like you would like for your hair to be longer that what it has grown to. I am not able to diagnose your personal situation in this space. But I am available for virtual consultation or in salon visits to work with you directly. Stay encouraged!
Your length! Wowza, it’s been a while since I’ve seen you and I’m amazed at your growth. Beautiful!!
Thank you darling 💕💕💕
Curly magic and Curlmix are a great pairing when you want greater hold than Curlmix gels. I've been trying curly magic first lately as well. I think this will be my process for fall/winter.
Yes, this combination is very moisturizing! You should have a great time with it in the winter.
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Curly Magic is my absolute FAVORITE gel and is my base for every single wash and go! If I watch someone’s video and they use Curly Magic, I know that I can trust their opinion LOL. I have never put a moisturizer on top of the gel (I usually use a heavier gel to top it), but I will give this combo a try. Thanks for sharing!
Shhh, don't call it a gel, lol. I don't think of it as a gel because it is super moisturizing and the hold is more significant when applied directly on the hair without a creamy leave in beneath it. Keep me posted on your results.
Love CurlMix products and Uncle Funkys Daughter Curly Magic. I’ve never tried the two together but I will.
Go for it. I hope you love it.
I haven’t seen you in years but watched you religiously when I first went natural years and years ago. I am glad I found you again. Love Curly Magic and I look forward to trying Curl Mx
This turned out beautifully! I’ve always used the curly magic as the last step but I’m really excited to try it under my moisturizer for added moisture.
So glad you are back! Yay! Always when I’m ready to revamp my wash and go technique you are here dropping gems. I recently moved to FL and I run, so I’m hoping this combination will work well!
Thank you lovely 💕💕💕 yes give this combination a try and remember I tried it out a couple times before I got it the way I wanted it. Remember when I added more water and more curly magic when I felt like it wasn’t weighing my hair down enough? Just make sure you get a good feel of the product on your hair and if it doesn’t work the first time given another try with what you’ve learned from the previous experience.
Hair , skin, personality your just gorgeous 🤩
Thank you so much! I think I will try this combination. Never used either product before, but your hair turned out really cute, and with long lasting effects.
Yes it worked really well on my second go round when I got the hang of it. Glad to know you’re going to try it for yourself. 💕💕💕
Curly Magic is in my top two favorite gels! You got awesome results!
Yes Curly Magic is just like its name. It’s magic!💕💕💕
Thank you! You have been so missed! Amazing hair, love your voice too! Curly magic is my favorite gel.
Thank you so much! 💕💕💕
Staring a wash n go journey this week. Want to master this wash n go. And just rock my own hair. Thanks for your videos
You’re welcome 😊
Curly Magic is my holy grail next to my homemade flaxseed gel. I actually mix a little curly magic with my flaxseed gel. I never tried Curlmix and your video has made me curious. So I think I will try it. Thank you!
Sounds great! It’s a wonderful combination that worked really well in the heat and humidity. I hope you enjoy fabulous results!
@@EmbraceNaturalBeautyHi, thanks for the video 🤗where can I find these products ?
I will try this combo as I already have and love both products.
I’m so excited.....you started TH-cam videos again!!!
Awww thank you darling 💕💕💕
I will try that combo as I use both products.
Abena thank you again for this combo.
Definitely will now add these tips used in this video.
Forgot to mention my hair loved this combo. I used the Vanilla Berry Moisturizer
Awesome! So glad to hear that you also love this combo. I hope to see you post results and tag me! 💕💕💕
Thanks again Abena for another great demo video! I used Curly Magic styling gel for the very first time recently and liked the curl definition it gave my hair but, I still got frizzy roots! The method I used after freshly washed hair was to first use a leave-in detangler followed by Curly Magic for curl definition. I air-dried my hair and noticed the very frizzy roots with defined curls. I will instead give your method a try and begin with Curly Magic applied to sopping-wet hair followed by moisturizer (I use Black Vanilla Combing Creme by Carol's Daughter for very soft results). I'll report back with the results of applying the method you demonstrate on this video. Can't wait to give it a go! Thanks again!! MsECstreet :)
You're welcome. Remember to lay those roots before it dries. You saw how I had to re-wet my roots and apply more curly magic during the second step to avoid puffy roots. Keep me posted!
I have tried both separately recently. I have low porosity hair and I don’t think my hair likes aloe vera because I didn’t get any curl definition with the Curly Magic, just frizz. The Curl Mix avocado conditioner is so moisturizing it’s a great line.
Since you have access to both products see what happens when you try the method I used in this video. Be sure to start out with freshly washed hair so you do not have product buildup blocking penetration of the moisture from Curly Magic.
Curly Magic is awesome and I actually found it moisturizing for a gel and the definition ans clumpage factor ia crazy
Yes to all that! Plus its keeps the hair soft and moist, especially when you layer a moisturizer on top of it.
@@EmbraceNaturalBeauty I have only tried the moisturizer under a gel. How did you come to experiment with this layering process?
@@MyeshaB I got the idea through professional training for licensed cosmetologists that focuses on ingredients as well as other factors that impact natural hair. When you review the ingredients in Curly Magic you see the value of having it serve as the first layer to moisturize the hair. I do not view it as a gel, even though the label reads "Flex Your Curl Muscle Naturally With Our Aloe-Based, Firm Hold Curl Enhancing Gel." I view it as a moisurizer with great clumping capabilities. The aloe is a humectant that draws moisture from the environment to it so it continues to moisturize your hair. When you add the Curlmix moisturizer on top it serves as a source of moisture that Curly Magic is drawing to your hair. And the Curlmix moisturizer adds shine as well. The first time I tried it I did not use enough Curly Magic so the results were not as good. But the way I applied the product in the video yielded excellent results. So I was happy to share it with all of you. More experimenting to come!
@@EmbraceNaturalBeauty thank you for the thorough response😊
Beautiful results Abena! I like that they lasted all week through the rain and exercise. It’s been a while since I’ve used curly magic gel. I’ll have to revisit it. I’ve never used the Curl Mix moisturizer. Not familiar with that one although it’s worth looking into. Thx so very much for sharing. Looking forward to seeing your next video! 😊👍🏽
Thank you Judi! Yes Curly Magic is definitely worth revisiting. I hope you have wonderful results when you try this combination. And remember this was the second time I did this combination so I had a good feel for how much product I needed.
Embrace Natural Beauty Okay will do thank you! I’ll let you know how it goes when I do. Thx again!
Your day 8 was great even
Natural hair twinnn !! 😍
Beautiful! Do you have a video explaining how you maintain your hair at night/throughout the week?
Thank you! I showed how I maintain my hair in the Adwoa Beauty product review 2 years ago (shorter hair) and more recently the videos of my hair during quarantine.
So good to hear you again. Thanks for the video! Was wondering if you have tried CURL DYNASTY? I can’t believe how this makes my hair feel. Black owned, can purchase at Targets. I order online, great customer service.
Thank you Abi! I’ll take a look to see if it fits the criteria of what I’m looking for.
Gorgeous as usual. I have tried both products individually but never together. For some reason, I could never get my hair to like the CurlMix system. I will have to go back and try them next wash day.
And hopefully give it a couple of times to get the feel for how much product to apply. As I mentioned it the video this was my second time doing this combination so I recall how it behaved the first time and I tweaked it this go round. 💕💕💕
Hey there, glad to see you back in my feed. Awesome growth by the way.
Aww thank you darling 💕💕💕
Beautiful combo Abena! Love it, the definition is amazing!
Thank you so much sweet lady 💕💕💕
Loved this video! Okay I am sold on this wash and go! Your hair looks amazing and you are so naturally beautiful! I haven't done a wash and go for a very long time. I as m going to try this combination this weekend. Thank you for all you do to educate us on healthy hair and how to retain length 💝
Awesome! Keep me posted!💕💕💕
@@EmbraceNaturalBeauty
Thank you! Will do. 😊💝💖💝💗
Hello Abena, I love the wash and go. I wear mine the same and with those same products. I would like to know could you share how you wear your hair during a run and what you do to your hair after your runs when it is all sweaty? Thank you so much.
My hair is completely wrapped in a scarf when I run. I keep it wrapped until after I shower and get dressed. The purpose for wrapping it is to keep it from getting sweaty or wet from touching my skin. As long as it doesn’t touch my skin it doesn’t get wet. The scarf gets wet from contact with my forehead and my neck. I will try to post a picture in my next video if I get a chance.
you have one of the best head of hair I have ever seen
Thank you 😊
I guessed the gel when you did it but didn't want to share. The other product, I had no idea.
Wow... Simply amazingly beautiful hair.
Thank you lovely 💕💕💕
Gorgeous!!! Do you prefer As I Am Curly Jelly, Curly Magic or Curlmaker the best for humectants, definition and hold?
Curly Magic!
Your hair is beautiful as always! I have tried something similar... pairing curly magic with flaxseed gel and the results were good!
Thank you and thanks for sharing!!
Great vid! Beautiful hair and beautiful results!
Thank you!! 😊
@@EmbraceNaturalBeauty you're welcome!
Do you think it was the leave-conditioner or curl mix moisturizer meaning, added on top of the curly magic that threw your hair off why you had to add more curly magic?
Thanks for your tips, can you recommend the product that I can use on my low porosity hair?
Great video! Thank you for sharing. Your hair is beautiful.
Thank you so much!
Hey Abena, I absolutely love your videos! I was wondering why you don't use any oils in your hair? Also, do you style one section of your hair and then rinse the conditioner out of other section right before styling, or do you rinse all of the conditioner out and then style the whole head?
Oils are already included in the formulation of the products used for conditioning and styling. There’s no need for a separate layer of oil. I rinsed the conditioner from the right side first. Applied the curly magic. Put it twists for later then did the same thing on the left side. I take shower and get dressed before styling. So there is 30 to 45 minutes in between the first layer of product and the second layer for the final style.
Honayyyy! I haven't seen you these innanetz in a minute! Wow! Your hair brought me here! Gorgeous. How on earth are you getting that length??? OK. subbing! :)
This and you look amazing!
Thank you darling 💕💕💕
WOW! COME THROUGH LENGTH 😍
Love it😁😍😍Great to see a vid. from you, I pray all is well with you and your family. 🤗
Thank you love. I pray you and your family are staying healthy and safe!
Your hair is so beautiful what temperature should the water be when you're cleaning your hair
Thank you! The water temperature should be warm, but most importantly what's comfortable for your scalp...you can test it on your arm first.
@@EmbraceNaturalBUT thank you have a blessed day
Absolutely gorge!
Thank you lovely 💕💕💕
I have a question: do you dry your hair under the hooded dryer with heat? How high is the heat?
Absolutely gorgeous. 10/10😍🤩
Thank you lovely 💕💕💕
I’ve found myself asking, “What kind of athlete is she?”. Then you confirmed that, at the very least, you’re an avid runner. 😅
I use Uncle Funky’s as a base almost all the time, and I’ve tried CurlMix’s Conditioner, and Flaxseed Gel, but not the Moisturizer. I’m curious to see what Uncle Funky’s would do with the Flaxseed Gel…
Your curls are gorgeous💕 I need to purchase a hair dryer .
Yes! A hooded hair dryer gives you diffused heat and sets your curls before they get too much air that can cause it frizz.
@@EmbraceNaturalBeauty thank you for that tip👍🏾 your hair has only gotten more defined over the years. What do you believe is the biggest change in your regimen/ products that have yielded you the biggest success?
@@MyeshaB That is a wonderful question. I may be able to demonstrate what that difference is later on in the series of videos I plan to share. Thank you for asking!
@@EmbraceNaturalBeauty awesome! I look forward to it.
Can't wait to find out what black owned products we can use for our hair. New subbie!!! FYI, your hair looks so soft and your voice is sooooo soothing
Thank you for joining on this journey 💕💕💕
How do you wear your hair when you’re running?
It’s not a pretty sight 👀 my hair is completely wrapped the way it is at night for sleeping, in a scarf. . I ran one time (with a different wash and go) with my hair in a ponytail. My hair got soaked. That was the first and last time.
I'm going to try mixing the curly magic with my other leave ins and see if they work together and if it will give me more moisture. I struggle getting enough moisture from my leave ins. Still trying different ones. Bought too much of one and trying to finish it off lol silly me. 3:54
Ok. Sounds good. I hope you are following the method I demonstrated in the video.
@@EmbraceNaturalBeauty I haven't bought a bottle of the curly magic yet. I have another cream to get rid of too. I'm gonna try that with the leave in first. But I wrote down your tips so I can try at a later date!
Thank you
You’re welcome 😊
I love day 8
Hi Abena👋🏼 I am trying to retain length. Do you have a video on how to retain length? Please let me know thank you ❤
There is no "1" video. All of my videos demonstrate how to manage your hair to keep it in good condition in order to retain length. I will see if I can put together something that speaks specifically to length retention.
@@EmbraceNaturalBeauty that's so awesome thank you so much. I'll make sure to look through all your videos 😊 My hair is fine 3b 3c and it's low porosity sensitive to protein. Please recommend products in your video for weak protein sensitive hair.
Why put gel first then the moisturizer? What are the benefits of that?
When you review the ingredients in Curly Magic you see the value of having it serve as the first layer to moisturize the hair. Gels tend to have film forming ingredients to create hold that also forms a gel cast. Curly Magic does not have such an ingredient and does not form a gel cast. Therefore, I do not view it as a gel, even though the label reads "Flex Your Curl Muscle Naturally With Our Aloe-Based, Firm Hold Curl Enhancing Gel." I view it as a moisturizer with great clumping capabilities. The aloe is a humectant that draws moisture from the environment to it so it continues to moisturize your hair. When you add the Curlmix moisturizer on top it serves as a source of moisture that Curly Magic is drawing to your hair. And the Curlmix moisturizer adds shine as well. The first time I tried it I did not use enough Curly Magic so the results were not as good. But the way I applied the product in the video yielded excellent results. So I was happy to share it with all of you.
Gorgeous
What shampoo and conditioner did you use?
Great question. I use salon quality products for cleansing and conditioning. I invested financially to bring these products to my salon to serve my clients in person and those who schedule virtual consultations for a complete hair care routine and regimen. To learn more about these salon quality products I encourage you to schedule an appointment with me via my website available in the description box above.
Hi. I've followed you for a while and have always been a little confused about your low porosity section. I had heard that one of the key ways of distinguishing b/t lp and hp hair was that lp hair tends to have more shine and appear more moisturized than hp hair b/c of the tightly closed cuticles, yet your lp hair is just the opposite. Is the notion that lp hair appears more shiny and moisturized than hp hair just a generalization?
Also, would love to know your thoughts about the new Wetline Extreme gel that has sodium hydroxide as the 2nd ingredient. Should I be concerned about this ingredient which is the main ingredient in relaxers?
It must be a generalization and one that sounds conceptual rather than actual. As you can see my hairs in my low po section appear duller and are drier than the rest of my hairs. Do you have Low Porosity hair or are you still trying to figure it out?
You will notice that I only share recommendations for products I feel comfortable putting on my own hair and that of my clientele. The new Wet Line Xtreme is not in the line up of products I intend to showcase during this series. I was not aware that they introduced a new gel containing sodium hydroxide. I don't believe it would have the potency of a relaxer, which would render it ineffective as a gel. However, it does not fit the criteria of products I am considering for myself, my clients or anyone watching my current videos. I hope that helps!
@@EmbraceNaturalBeauty Thank you for responding! Yes, I am still trying to figure it out based on general characteristics that seem to be associated with each type. I was definitely high po when I was transitioning and my hair was always dull and dry looking, but I think I may be somewhere in the middle now that I've cut off the relaxed ends. I secretly wished for low po hair all that time b/c I thought that was the secret to having shiny hair!
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Will you do a wash n go series with a type 4c client who has thin, low to medium density, high porosity hair? I want to wear my hair out so bad but NO one has thin hair or thin hard to manipulate hair either. It's depressing and discouraging watching and learning when NO one has same hair issues. My hair only appears full when I wear afro puffs or a ponytail. Twist outs and braid outs make my hair appear thin and sparse. My hair grows but the ends thin out often and I find I have to trim often and unable to retain most of my length. I'm consistent with my regimen, too. I don't want to hate my hair, but thin hair SUCKS!!!!😣😣😣 Any advice?
I show various product combinations and styling methods on different textures, density porosity levels and lengths on my membership website. The link is in the description box above.
This channel does show other textures (another channel is StarPuppy or NappyFu). 4c you tubers are out there - please don’t give up
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My hair has plauteaued since reaching bra length. It could be that I'm more inpatient for hair growth or it could mean I need to step up my length retention method. Thank you for your tips and techniques. I'm praying to be more educated with my hair and skin growth and health.
If your hair has reached a certain length and has not become shorter, you are retaining length. It sounds like you would like for your hair to be longer that what it has grown to. I am not able to diagnose your personal situation in this space. But I am available for virtual consultation or in salon visits to work with you directly. Stay encouraged!
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