I definitely use heat every wash day(biweekly or monthly). I use my Revair to keep my hair stretched. I use chi silk infusion and have never gotten heat damage.
I have been watching CynDoll here on TH-cam growing her hair and she blow dries EVER week....She shows her curls almost every if not every time before she blows dries it(on high)...I am no longer scared of heat...:)....Thank You for more tips....
My daughter is 16 in just over a week and she wants her hair flat ironed. This is the second time she’s going to have it done in her entire life and it looks as though I’m going to have to do it. I can’t thank you enough for this info - even for myself as I suffered heat damage last year and had to start my journey again. You’re an angel 😊
@@CurlyChemistry Just came from catching up by watching your other recent vids 😜👌🏽 but at timestamp 5:20 ngl Ima need a demonstration because I'm too confused 😕 I think you are instructing me to do it the way I've recently implemented into my routine but I'm not sure
Thank you so much for this info! May you also breakdown Henna for us - what is it about Henna that makes it so effective for hair growth - for both relaxed and natural hair gals 😊
Thank you for this! You addressed my biggest concern heat use/damage. I do protein treatments but my hair is so thin and fragile, breaks easily. I always like your videos before watching because I know the content is going to be worthwhile.
OMG! I need this. I have recently decided to be a straight natural...again. I use heat WEEKLY. I have purchased every expensive thing to help minimize the damage (Revair, Dyson Corrale, K18 bond builder). They help out a ton (especially that K18 my hair is literally improving with each use despite all the heat) but always looking for more tips and tricks. So I'd say the K18 is my one thing that saves my hair. It's 10x better than Olaplex. Thanks!
@@CurlyChemistry I'm five years natural and have not used heat on my hair in that. Of time but I'm contemplating doing so to make trimming easier and check the length. I was hoping that you would do a video on revair reverse hair dryer. And tell us about that K18 whatever that is! :-)
@CurlyChemistry There's absolutely no way I could blow dry my hair weekly without the Revair. It's so gentle but I still get maximum stretch. It doesn't get above 220F.
I absolutely do use heat. My favorite go to protector is Design Essentials HCO spray and Design Essential's Silk Essentials serum. It has never fail me yet.
I've been growing my hair back for over a year since chemo and have used heat 2x. My hair texture has changed so I don't use heat nearly as much. Just ponytail it
As always, wonderful tips! Yes, I do use heat and like you suggest, I use heat protectants in phasing… before the first heat pass and again before the final heat pass. My hair has responded beautifully. Also, I don’t use heat any higher than 375 degrees. This has made a world of a difference. Thanks again!! Looking. Forward to your next video!
I want to use heat on my natural hair because I’m so tired of wearing a curly natural hair style. I’m tired of the shrinkage and sometimes I get disgusted. I don’t want to relax my hair but I’d love to try a silk press. I thank you for sharing.
I’ve been natural off and on since 2009 and I’ve learned that my curl pattern changed 3-4 times after each big chop. I was able to grow my hair long and healthy, but I did not like how my hair changed and the heat made my curl pattern very loose. Now that I finally have my super tight curls back I wouldn’t dare risk flat ironing my hair for a temporary look. I’ll just grab a straight wig. Great video!!! I love your content and can’t wait to see more videos.
Hiya Sis! Yup...no heat for my tresses. When I'd initially cut out the heat (over 10 yrs ago) from my hair regimen, my hair responded so well that it grew to great lengths! It was well over halfway down my back at the longest. The only times heat was used was by my stylist to do hair treatments. I would also use it for wrap-set hairstyles; that happened 2-3 a year. The rest of the time I'd do my own heatless treatments (body heat only). Seemed to work well for me.
Overly conditioning my hair has worked for me. Like you have to be consistent lol. Like every single week consistent 🤣 my girl always coming with the fire 🔥🔥🔥🔥
I've heard that we should never use a conditioner(especially the leave in) that contains glycerin when using heat on the hair. Is this true? Also, it doesn't matter WHAT I do, my hair becomes straw when I use heat I even tried sitting under a hooded dryer with rollers I still get straw My hair is high porosity and fine I didn't even want it super straight Just stretched for a different look I give up! 😩😢
I'm just reading this years later. Hopefully you solved your issue with the straw like hair already, but in case not, I'll share that I had this issue and for me it was resolved by getting heavy metals off my hair. I used a chelating shampoo and installed an extra filter on my shower and now I am consistently getting softer, more flexible hair. K18 has also helped me regain elastic strength in my hair after being brittle so long from the heavy metals from the local water getting into my hair when I lived out in the desert a few years ago. I still have cottony hair that doesn't get as silky as people with a different hair texture (which most hair 'influencers' have), but I can at least get it soft now. I use a revair every single wash day, even if doing a twist out. I don't flat iron much though.
I do the heat protectant layering too! I use a lotion type for blow drying then a serum type for flat ironning. I don't get sleek results but I want more of a volumous look anyways. I also still seal at the end with a light serum to help avoid early reversion. I'd like to think I'm also sealing in any moisture but I'm not sure about that. As always thanks for the science beyond it!
I use to consider myself a "straight natural" until about 3 years ago. I chopped off my damaged ends over time. My current styles allow me to put moisture (water) in my hair throughout the week. I havent put heat in my hair for over a year and I've never had so much growth. Ive realized that Im not 3c but 4a/4b. And now my hair has changed to low porosity. Which I'm loving. I'm not saying I'll never use heat again, but the cost-benefit ratio isn't hitting at the moment. If I want hang time, I'll stretch my hair (african threading, twisted buns, and braids), or wear a wig. Great video 💕
Yah I usually put a moisturizer and heat protection spray before I blow dry my hair so I can open my hair cuticles then seal it with a seal in with a seal in. And I actually wash my hair like every 3 days tbh and then Blowdry it. It’s actually growing surprising. The dyson blow dryer is amazing 🤩
Can heat be good for some hair types? Been natural for a few years now to grow it long but I only have good results wash day and don't refresh bc I don't wanna add to much products.. I don't put heat unless it's trim time but was wondering if heat could be a good thing.. less brushing and manipulating.. plz do a video on adding heat to a natural wavey curly hair gal
YOU ARE LITERALLY GREATNESS TO MY HAIR CARE JOURNEY😭 I watch ur vids after school every time I get a chance and I always ALWAYS learn something new about hair. Just this morning I was wondering if I had heat damage bc my wash n go's never come out right (I might just need a better gel) or what heat damage looks like on 4c hair cuz all I've ever seen was like 3- 4a heat damage. I'm going to try doing these steps in my routine for about 2 months and see how the result are for my 4c low porosity hair.
Thank's for the tips! Every now and then I will flatiron my hair to check the length. Since I cut my bra strap length thick natural hair to my neck, all H_LL broke lose! Hair loss and severe thinning was out of control, so I went back to natural styles but my twistouts looks like I've been electrocuted! My hair is so hard to grow now, but thanks to your video's and the community comments, I have hope again.
I didn’t think I would ever use heat again! Thank you. Also, how long can you store a clay mixture? I made a batch yesterday and left it on the countertop & fell asleep! It’s been 24 hours is it safe to use? (Bent, Rhass, Kaolin, ACV, Oil, Distilled water)
Best way I preserve my hair dealing with heat is to only use INDIRECT heat. Wash/deep condition/steam/air dry or roller set and done. Blow dryers are not for afro hair and they tear my hair up. Pressing combs should be banned. Flat irons, ok to use sparingly definitely no more than once a month for my hair.
I have been using pure henna on my natural hair for 30 years. I have extremely long thick curls. Im tempted to becoming a straight natural by using coconut oil then a heatbrush . What are your thoughts on coconut oil as a heat protectant?
Ooo girl thank you for this here video! I don't use heat other than to dc with my hooded steamer or dryer. I definitely want to try a little heat, maybe twice a year. I'm totally afraid of heat because I heat damaged my hair right after I transitioned for a year and 3 months, ugh, talk about heartbroken. I cried...so again, thank you thank you thank you
Really glad I came across this video, my curl pattern literally changed after my silk press and I was so confused, I have some heat damage which is straight and limp but overall my curl pattern seems it went from a 4c to a 4b
You hit the SPOT this time! Was thinking about what I would do in the future with my hair. THIS is my answer. You mentioned not too long ago, using a ponytail as a protective hairstyle. Your saying that was GOD answering a prayer to me. I researched ponytails and settled on one with bangs and curls. When I'm done with the ponytail, I'll use heat and possibly cut my hair in a style...verdict still out on that. THANK you SO much for all the information. My hair is flourishing now. Just working on my TEMPLES, but you just did a video for that.
I used to use heat because I only wore my hair straight. I never really had damage unless I had blonde highlights while flat ironing. I got protein treatments at the salon every 4-6 months. My home wash routine was Shampoo, Conditioner, Leave in Conditioner, heat protectant, blow dry, flat iron at 425-450 degrees, finishing spray or serum. Now I wear my hair Curly all the time & I am highly tempted to add flat ironing back in, BUT I'm afraid of what it will do to my curl pattern. I don't want to lose my curly curls. The struggle is real
I use heat in my regiment. It’s about 20%. Most times, I wash my hair and put them into 4-6 twists to moisturize and dry. I use the Reverse air dryer to stretch it. If I want a straighter look in a couple of days I use my Ion Pro steamer (with a heat protectant on 375). I have fine 3b-3c curls, ,I think lol it gets confusing with all of these hair types. I do not like bone straight (anymore) I prefer to keep a loose bouncy curl. Once I use the pro steam iron, I put my hair in 4-5 Bantus knots to get the loose curl. Because I use it sparingly, I have not experienced any heat damage. I do need to do protein treatments. Love your channel, I watch but I don’t comment lol. Thank you for sharing. I learn a lot.
Wow this is right on time. I have been thinking about blow drying my hair and possibly a light flat iron once a month but wasn't sure the safest way. This helps!
Think you for doing this video I never considered doing a protein treatment on my hair but I'm definitely going to do one this week before I do my blowout thank you always for the information that you provide
Waited all week for this video, then had to work late. Anyway, I didn't want to do anything to my hair until seeing what mistakes I've made in the past that caused my heat damage. You jumped right in on my problems. I thought throwing a little grease on my hair would take care of any damage I might get. Now, I think its best if I go to a professional for straightening my hair. Thanks so much, Tonya, for sharing so much knowledge with us. We love you.
It's been years since I've used heat. I cool diffuse, but even though it triples my drying time, I'm not tempted to go back to heat bc my hair has been thriving & I like the feeling of the cool air. So I just put on some good veeedeeos during my lengthy cool diffusing sesh's! Thanks & have a wonderful weekend! xo ❄❄❄😘
I'm back to using heat (professional blowdrying every two weeks to a month). I tried to no heat and my hair didn't really thrive. It grew but was not healthy at the last 4 or so inches 😞. I'm going to see how it fares with this addition of heat. I won't use it in between and made my own little protein spray and using lauric acid oils.
I needed this too. I got a lil heat damage in a small section a few months agi but the weekly curl bond fixed that but it has made me nervous to press it again. Should you deep condition your hair also for the preparation?
No! Do not do a protein treatment Every-time you use heat. Too much protein WILL break your hair. I would use a protein treatment a few times a year. Please do your research before using products guys!
If you’re a “wash-n-go natural,” then yes you’re right- protein treatments can do more harm than good. You don’t need protein on virgin hair, especially if you’re not using heat tools. But if you’re a “straight natural” that uses blow dryers or flat irons, you should consider a protein treatment to counteract the gradual deterioration caused from heat exposure. No matter how gentle you are, heat above a certain temperature will break the bonds of the hair. So a masque, bond treatment or protein treatment will be needed to either prevent damage or do minor repairs on the hair
This video is so informative thank you and greetings from the UK. I didn't know about silicone heat protectant serums. Will give IT a try. Would love to see a video about how to boost hair shine. Is coffee good for this?
Straight-hair natural here! I use heat every two weeks and press my hair with a hot comb….yes, you read it correctly. I find that flatirons do more damage to my fine strands because I can’t control the heat. A hot comb cools over time and the hair at the bottom of a section doesn’t get as much heat as my roots. One thing that has helped me is the 2-min aphogee protein treatment every other wash day. I also like elasticity treatments such as ouidad and moknowshair curl restoring treatment. I use to think my hair didn’t like protein….but now I realize that it does ok with moisturizing protein treatments like ORS hair Mayo, and 2-min aphogee product.
We share a process! I've been burned by heat before 😏 so I'm careful. I used raw oils before but I just bought/used the Silk Infusion (I like it, but it's hard to know if I've used too much or too little) I only use heat after a recent protein treatment, I deep condition beforehand (though not I'm not sure if I should. What are your thoughts on DCing before using heat?), and I ride the cool and low heat settings. I honestly don't know if I'll ever DIY straighten my hair again. My first/last experience wasn't worth it (probably a mix of inexperience and poor products). But the blowdryer is fine sometimes and the hooded dryer is an old friend.
Thanks T, I do appreciate that the information was very informative, I have been using light heat with blow drying my hair and I have found that I use a heat protection that helps but I am planning on incorating more heat in my journey thanks again for the education on how to use heat properly because it is a concern especially preparing it with protein treatments good point great job!
OMG, I truly needed this video. I now know how to modify my efforts to straighten my hair. Thank goodness I got the heat correct. I only use 380, so I'm good to continue with other modifications.
Like to use it rarely since going natural cuz having my hair stretched out through out the week is easier. But before I went Natural I'll wait 'till it's air dried then blow dry ,flat iron
In the past I used heat monthly, but haven't done it for a few years and now I'm scared to, but v tempted. I even bought that expensive "reverse air" dryer but have been too nervous to try it out. I just might now with your tips in mind - thanks!
If you’re referring to the Revair, it’s amazing! I’ve used it several times and it dries my without drying it out. Your hair will feel soft and moisturised after using it.
@@thegreencord2985 Thank you for sharing. Been on the fence about Revair for a while because of a previous salon caused severe heat damage. My hair is fine, low density, nervous to try as well.
This is right on time! Been natural for over 10 years and would only use heat once a year. But now being a mom, straightening it has been easier for me. Loved the tips 😁
PLEASE DO A VIDEO ON THE GINA CURL AND WHETHER ITS DANGEROUS. It’s getting popular among many people who want to loosen their curls and some say it damaged their hair while some say it doesn’t. Please help
I know im out of line but Please HELP! I've been trying to dye my natural low porosity hair for sometime now but there was no success. Everytime the almost all the dye would wash away. It's like my hair is resistant to hair dye excluding black dye...that's the only color my hair can absorb. Now I'm willing to try again but I'm afraid I will fail. Please help🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
I started using heat but I think that I’m going to stop though because it’s not where I need it to be: towards the front of my head. I may need to cut it short or off and let it grow out more because I’m not looking right by the head lol and that’s just not who I am 🥺😔🤦🏾♀️. However I do use a blow dryer and a heat cap for DC. Going to change shampoo + conditioner: thinking about SheaMoisture or Carol’s Daughter, for 4C low-po hair.
No heat! I am one of those lazy naturals, lol. I wash my hair every 3-4 weeks. I use aruvedic products on my wash days, deep condition, moisturize, and twist. I'm done after that.🤣
Ok , I haven’t had heat on my hair since all my hair is new after chemotherapy ( my last treatment was May of 2019 ) I’m nervous about using heat but I’d like to see if I need my ends clipped. Any other advice? I’m nervous 😟
Nope, not using heat ever again. I've never had a relaxer, but I use to flat iron my hair daily because it's curly and I sweat in my sleep so wrapping it wouldn't keep it. I stopped using heat about 5 years ago and was curious 1 time and flat ironed my hair 3 years ago. Regretted it. So no. I'm not flat ironing ever again. I'll use a diffuser on cool which my curls absolutely love!
Once every 3-4months I get my haired died and pressed with heat... Is Curl Smith Curl Bonding treatment good enough or do I need the protein treatment you mentioned? Thank you😊
I've learned that I cannot straighten my own hair. I'm terrible at it and I ALWAYS end up with damage. I don't so as often since really taking care of my own hair (thanks Covid), but when I do, I have to see a professional or someone who knows what they're doing.
I try to use heat once every six months before i install a long-term protective hairstyle. I only blow dry and never flat iron. My hair is always strong because instead of a deep conditioner, I use a cholesterol treatment. On wash day, when I moisturize, I apply my leave-in, castor oil then heat protectant then I give my hair two days to dry and absorb most of the sealing oil. Right before I'm about to blow dry, I apply the heat protectant again. I use the tension method then my Denman brush to assist me in blow drying.
Would the curl junkie reconstructive hair treatment be considered a light protein treatment? What about just using products that have a lot of protein and them for example briogio don't despair?
Thanks you! I never use heat to straighten my hair, however I go multiple times a week in the hammam or sauna… Should I use these techniques as well before going there? And which one is the less worse for hair: hammam (wet heat) or sauna (dry heat)? Thanks a lot for all your videos, they are so gold!!!
On my wash day I sit under the dryer for 20 minutes and that’s once a week. I just started using castor oil as my heat protection. The only other occasion if I get my hair twisted I will go under the dryer to set it.
I'd go with K18 instead. I know you can get it there because I watch an Irish hairdresser living in Ireland on TH-cam and he has a video on it. Plus I think it originated in Europe. K18 is waaaay better than Olaplex. It works on the keratin AND disulfide bonds. No, I don't work for the company, not sponsored, nor am I an ambassador. The product is just that darn good!
I never use heat and I never want to. But my sister wants me to silk press her hair so I'm researching before so that she doesn't get heat damage. Her coils are too beautiful.
HI CURLY CHEMISTRY I USE HEAT BUT IT 40 OR 50. I ONLY GET MY HAIR STRAIGHT ENOUGH TO COMB!!! I ENJOYED YOUR VIDEO AND THANK YOU AND PLEASE HAVE A BLESSED DAY!!!!
I definitely use heat every wash day(biweekly or monthly). I use my Revair to keep my hair stretched. I use chi silk infusion and have never gotten heat damage.
Do you still use your revair? Is it better than a concentrator nozzle + round brush combo?
@@SheQuonyes it is better for long term hair health in comparison.
@@NanaNaima1 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
I have been watching CynDoll here on TH-cam growing her hair and she blow dries EVER week....She shows her curls almost every if not every time before she blows dries it(on high)...I am no longer scared of heat...:)....Thank You for more tips....
My daughter is 16 in just over a week and she wants her hair flat ironed. This is the second time she’s going to have it done in her entire life and it looks as though I’m going to have to do it. I can’t thank you enough for this info - even for myself as I suffered heat damage last year and had to start my journey again. You’re an angel 😊
You're so welcome! :-)
I needed this one! I have had to cut out heat damage more than once. 🥺
Ugh been there! :-( Hopefully these tips are helpful for you!
@@CurlyChemistry Just came from catching up by watching your other recent vids 😜👌🏽 but at timestamp 5:20 ngl Ima need a demonstration because I'm too confused 😕 I think you are instructing me to do it the way I've recently implemented into my routine but I'm not sure
@@CurlyChemistry love all of your uploads btw 😏 so informative we truly appreciate you🤗
Thank you so much for this info!
May you also breakdown Henna for us - what is it about Henna that makes it so effective for hair growth - for both relaxed and natural hair gals 😊
Thank you for this! You addressed my biggest concern heat use/damage. I do protein treatments but my hair is so thin and fragile, breaks easily. I always like your videos before watching because I know the content is going to be worthwhile.
OMG! I need this. I have recently decided to be a straight natural...again. I use heat WEEKLY. I have purchased every expensive thing to help minimize the damage (Revair, Dyson Corrale, K18 bond builder). They help out a ton (especially that K18 my hair is literally improving with each use despite all the heat) but always looking for more tips and tricks. So I'd say the K18 is my one thing that saves my hair. It's 10x better than Olaplex. Thanks!
First time hearing about K18. Was contemplating buying Olaplex 0, 3 and 8. Thanks for sharing. 😊
You're welcome! How do you like the Revair?
@@CurlyChemistry I'm five years natural and have not used heat on my hair in that. Of time but I'm contemplating doing so to make trimming easier and check the length. I was hoping that you would do a video on revair reverse hair dryer. And tell us about that K18 whatever that is! :-)
It’s so expensive. My mom would kill me if I purchased that
@CurlyChemistry There's absolutely no way I could blow dry my hair weekly without the Revair. It's so gentle but I still get maximum stretch. It doesn't get above 220F.
I absolutely do use heat. My favorite go to protector is Design Essentials HCO spray and Design Essential's Silk Essentials serum. It has never fail me yet.
I've been growing my hair back for over a year since chemo and have used heat 2x. My hair texture has changed so I don't use heat nearly as much. Just ponytail it
Thanks for sharing Leah! :-)
My hair changed after chemo as well . Praise God for his healing!!
AMEN!!!
How are you Leah? Praying for you Sis!!!❤
As always, wonderful tips! Yes, I do use heat and like you suggest, I use heat protectants in phasing… before the first heat pass and again before the final heat pass. My hair has responded beautifully. Also, I don’t use heat any higher than 375 degrees. This has made a world of a difference. Thanks again!! Looking. Forward to your next video!
Haven't used direct heat on my hair for more than a year, still have PTSD from the heat damage I suffered 😭🙈
I want to use heat on my natural hair because I’m so tired of wearing a curly natural hair style. I’m tired of the shrinkage and sometimes I get disgusted. I don’t want to relax my hair but I’d love to try a silk press. I thank you for sharing.
I’ve been natural off and on since 2009 and I’ve learned that my curl pattern changed 3-4 times after each big chop. I was able to grow my hair long and healthy, but I did not like how my hair changed and the heat made my curl pattern very loose. Now that I finally have my super tight curls back I wouldn’t dare risk flat ironing my hair for a temporary look. I’ll just grab a straight wig. Great video!!! I love your content and can’t wait to see more videos.
Hiya Sis! Yup...no heat for my tresses. When I'd initially cut out the heat (over 10 yrs ago) from my hair regimen, my hair responded so well that it grew to great lengths! It was well over halfway down my back at the longest. The only times heat was used was by my stylist to do hair treatments. I would also use it for wrap-set hairstyles; that happened 2-3 a year. The rest of the time I'd do my own heatless treatments (body heat only). Seemed to work well for me.
Thanks for sharing Disa!
I DO NOT use heat whatsoever!! My hair is thick, healthy, and growing. I want my hair to continue to thrive.
Overly conditioning my hair has worked for me. Like you have to be consistent lol. Like every single week consistent 🤣 my girl always coming with the fire 🔥🔥🔥🔥
I've heard that we should never use a conditioner(especially the leave in) that contains glycerin when using heat on the hair.
Is this true?
Also, it doesn't matter WHAT I do, my hair becomes straw when I use heat
I even tried sitting under a hooded dryer with rollers
I still get straw
My hair is high porosity and fine
I didn't even want it super straight
Just stretched for a different look
I give up! 😩😢
I'm just reading this years later. Hopefully you solved your issue with the straw like hair already, but in case not, I'll share that I had this issue and for me it was resolved by getting heavy metals off my hair. I used a chelating shampoo and installed an extra filter on my shower and now I am consistently getting softer, more flexible hair. K18 has also helped me regain elastic strength in my hair after being brittle so long from the heavy metals from the local water getting into my hair when I lived out in the desert a few years ago. I still have cottony hair that doesn't get as silky as people with a different hair texture (which most hair 'influencers' have), but I can at least get it soft now. I use a revair every single wash day, even if doing a twist out. I don't flat iron much though.
This is so helpful 🙌🏽, thank you for your tips!
You're so welcome!! :-)
I do the heat protectant layering too! I use a lotion type for blow drying then a serum type for flat ironning. I don't get sleek results but I want more of a volumous look anyways. I also still seal at the end with a light serum to help avoid early reversion. I'd like to think I'm also sealing in any moisture but I'm not sure about that.
As always thanks for the science beyond it!
I use to consider myself a "straight natural" until about 3 years ago. I chopped off my damaged ends over time. My current styles allow me to put moisture (water) in my hair throughout the week. I havent put heat in my hair for over a year and I've never had so much growth. Ive realized that Im not 3c but 4a/4b. And now my hair has changed to low porosity. Which I'm loving. I'm not saying I'll never use heat again, but the cost-benefit ratio isn't hitting at the moment. If I want hang time, I'll stretch my hair (african threading, twisted buns, and braids), or wear a wig. Great video 💕
Yah I usually put a moisturizer and heat protection spray before I blow dry my hair so I can open my hair cuticles then seal it with a seal in with a seal in. And I actually wash my hair like every 3 days tbh and then Blowdry it. It’s actually growing surprising. The dyson blow dryer is amazing 🤩
Can heat be good for some hair types?
Been natural for a few years now to grow it long but I only have good results wash day and don't refresh bc I don't wanna add to much products.. I don't put heat unless it's trim time but was wondering if heat could be a good thing.. less brushing and manipulating.. plz do a video on adding heat to a natural wavey curly hair gal
YOU ARE LITERALLY GREATNESS TO MY HAIR CARE JOURNEY😭 I watch ur vids after school every time I get a chance and I always ALWAYS learn something new about hair. Just this morning I was wondering if I had heat damage bc my wash n go's never come out right (I might just need a better gel) or what heat damage looks like on 4c hair cuz all I've ever seen was like 3- 4a heat damage. I'm going to try doing these steps in my routine for about 2 months and see how the result are for my 4c low porosity hair.
I use heat twice a year when I get a trim. But I only blow dry. I've never had a flat iron. Haven't had a press in 30+ years.
Thank's for the tips! Every now and then I will flatiron my hair to check the length. Since I cut my bra strap length thick natural hair to my neck, all H_LL broke lose! Hair loss and severe thinning was out of control, so I went back to natural styles but my twistouts looks like I've been electrocuted! My hair is so hard to grow now, but thanks to your video's and the community comments, I have hope again.
Notification gang 🔥🔥😂😂
Gang gang!! xoxo!!
I didn’t think I would ever use heat again! Thank you. Also, how long can you store a clay mixture? I made a batch yesterday and left it on the countertop & fell asleep! It’s been 24 hours is it safe to use? (Bent, Rhass, Kaolin, ACV, Oil, Distilled water)
Should you use a heat protector before moisturizing your hair or after? I have never used one before, so I'm clueless about them.
Best way I preserve my hair dealing with heat is to only use INDIRECT heat. Wash/deep condition/steam/air dry or roller set and done.
Blow dryers are not for afro hair and they tear my hair up.
Pressing combs should be banned.
Flat irons, ok to use sparingly definitely no more than once a month for my hair.
I straighten our hair only once in winter for our bdays. I started using Chi protection in Feb & I loved it. Thanks for the video.
After I decided to leave my hair natural a year ago I haven't used heat. I might use it some day. These tips are very helpful. Thanks. 😌
Yes happy Friday @curlychemistry
We made it!! :-)
What is considered "excessive heat" use? Daily use, weekly? Great information as always.
I have been using pure henna on my natural hair for 30 years. I have extremely long thick curls. Im tempted to becoming a straight natural by using coconut oil then a heatbrush . What are your thoughts on coconut oil as a heat protectant?
what does it mean if your flatiron on 400 is poofing back into blowdry mode after you finish the first side?
Ooo girl thank you for this here video! I don't use heat other than to dc with my hooded steamer or dryer. I definitely want to try a little heat, maybe twice a year. I'm totally afraid of heat because I heat damaged my hair right after I transitioned for a year and 3 months, ugh, talk about heartbroken. I cried...so again, thank you thank you thank you
Really glad I came across this video, my curl pattern literally changed after my silk press and I was so confused, I have some heat damage which is straight and limp but overall my curl pattern seems it went from a 4c to a 4b
I rarely use heat on my hair if I do it's just a blow dryer.
Thanks for sharing Natasha! :-)
What about Infusium23 as a heat protectant?
Just silk press my hair today and it poffed up and my ends were so bad 😭
You hit the SPOT this time! Was thinking about what I would do in the future with my hair.
THIS is my answer.
You mentioned not too long ago, using a ponytail as a protective hairstyle. Your saying that was GOD answering a prayer to me. I researched ponytails and settled on one with bangs and curls. When I'm done with the ponytail, I'll use heat and possibly cut my hair in a style...verdict still out on that.
THANK you SO much for all the information. My hair is flourishing now. Just working on my TEMPLES, but you just did a video for that.
I used to use heat because I only wore my hair straight. I never really had damage unless I had blonde highlights while flat ironing. I got protein treatments at the salon every 4-6 months. My home wash routine was Shampoo, Conditioner, Leave in Conditioner, heat protectant, blow dry, flat iron at 425-450 degrees, finishing spray or serum.
Now I wear my hair Curly all the time & I am highly tempted to add flat ironing back in, BUT I'm afraid of what it will do to my curl pattern. I don't want to lose my curly curls.
The struggle is real
No i dont use heat in my regimen, never tempted
Thanks for sharing Devin! :-)
I use heat in my regiment. It’s about 20%. Most times, I wash my hair and put them into 4-6 twists to moisturize and dry. I use the Reverse air dryer to stretch it. If I want a straighter look in a couple of days I use my Ion Pro steamer (with a heat protectant on 375). I have fine 3b-3c curls, ,I think lol it gets confusing with all of these hair types. I do not like bone straight (anymore) I prefer to keep a loose bouncy curl. Once I use the pro steam iron, I put my hair in 4-5 Bantus knots to get the loose curl. Because I use it sparingly, I have not experienced any heat damage. I do need to do protein treatments. Love your channel, I watch but I don’t comment lol. Thank you for sharing. I learn a lot.
Cyn got everybody talking about bonds now she said it years ago yall would get on this😅
Is it ok to apply heat on your hair after you have put on an oil, like Olive Oil or Avacado oil etc.?
Wow this is right on time. I have been thinking about blow drying my hair and possibly a light flat iron once a month but wasn't sure the safest way. This helps!
I used heat last week for the first time in my two years of natural. Thanks for sharing again 🙏🏾 🙂
Great video. Just ordered curly girls guide. Quick read and to the point, informative, with solid facts and research.
Glad it was helpful! Thank you!
My question is will it cause tons of hard to remove buildups?🤔
Thanks for the tips. I use my Dyson on low heat to blow out my hair. I love it!
Does the heat protectant dampen your hair?
Think you for doing this video I never considered doing a protein treatment on my hair but I'm definitely going to do one this week before I do my blowout thank you always for the information that you provide
Waited all week for this video, then had to work late. Anyway, I didn't want to do anything to my hair until seeing what mistakes I've made in the past that caused my heat damage. You jumped right in on my problems. I thought throwing a little grease on my hair would take care of any damage I might get. Now, I think its best if I go to a professional for straightening my hair. Thanks so much, Tonya, for sharing so much knowledge with us. We love you.
It's been years since I've used heat. I cool diffuse, but even though it triples my drying time, I'm not tempted to go back to heat bc my hair has been thriving & I like the feeling of the cool air. So I just put on some good veeedeeos during my lengthy cool diffusing sesh's! Thanks & have a wonderful weekend! xo ❄❄❄😘
Thank you, you too!!
@@CurlyChemistry My pleasure! 😘
I'm back to using heat (professional blowdrying every two weeks to a month). I tried to no heat and my hair didn't really thrive. It grew but was not healthy at the last 4 or so inches 😞. I'm going to see how it fares with this addition of heat. I won't use it in between and made my own little protein spray and using lauric acid oils.
I needed this too. I got a lil heat damage in a small section a few months agi but the weekly curl bond fixed that but it has made me nervous to press it again. Should you deep condition your hair also for the preparation?
No! Do not do a protein treatment Every-time you use heat. Too much protein WILL break your hair. I would use a protein treatment a few times a year. Please do your research before using products guys!
If you’re a “wash-n-go natural,” then yes you’re right- protein treatments can do more harm than good. You don’t need protein on virgin hair, especially if you’re not using heat tools. But if you’re a “straight natural” that uses blow dryers or flat irons, you should consider a protein treatment to counteract the gradual deterioration caused from heat exposure. No matter how gentle you are, heat above a certain temperature will break the bonds of the hair. So a masque, bond treatment or protein treatment will be needed to either prevent damage or do minor repairs on the hair
What is a good light leave in conditioner to buy?
This video is so informative thank you and greetings from the UK. I didn't know about silicone heat protectant serums. Will give IT a try. Would love to see a video about how to boost hair shine. Is coffee good for this?
My hair is sensitive to protein. No Bueno.
Straight-hair natural here! I use heat every two weeks and press my hair with a hot comb….yes, you read it correctly. I find that flatirons do more damage to my fine strands because I can’t control the heat. A hot comb cools over time and the hair at the bottom of a section doesn’t get as much heat as my roots. One thing that has helped me is the 2-min aphogee protein treatment every other wash day. I also like elasticity treatments such as ouidad and moknowshair curl restoring treatment. I use to think my hair didn’t like protein….but now I realize that it does ok with moisturizing protein treatments like ORS hair Mayo, and 2-min aphogee product.
How many passes of the flatiron do you recommend?
No more than 2, 3 if it's really needed, but use with discretion.
You are so pretty.
We share a process! I've been burned by heat before 😏 so I'm careful.
I used raw oils before but I just bought/used the Silk Infusion (I like it, but it's hard to know if I've used too much or too little)
I only use heat after a recent protein treatment, I deep condition beforehand (though not I'm not sure if I should. What are your thoughts on DCing before using heat?), and I ride the cool and low heat settings.
I honestly don't know if I'll ever DIY straighten my hair again. My first/last experience wasn't worth it (probably a mix of inexperience and poor products).
But the blowdryer is fine sometimes and the hooded dryer is an old friend.
Thanks T, I do appreciate that the information was very informative, I have been using light heat with blow drying my hair and I have found that I use a heat protection that helps but I am planning on incorating more heat in my journey thanks again for the education on how to use heat properly because it is a concern especially preparing it with protein treatments good point great job!
The heat is tempting, I will wait. I have learned today! TY
OMG, I truly needed this video. I now know how to modify my efforts to straighten my hair. Thank goodness I got the heat correct. I only use 380, so I'm good to continue with other modifications.
Had to watch this 2x. Thanks!!!
Like to use it rarely since going natural cuz having my hair stretched out through out the week is easier. But before I went Natural I'll wait 'till it's air dried then blow dry ,flat iron
Thanks for sharing Daniela! I've been stretching my hair recently as well, it increase manageability for me.
@@CurlyChemistry Thank you too. I'm a big fan
Never clicked so fast 👀👀👀
Me too. I stopped working to look at it.
Thanks Monique! :-)
Thank youuu!
@@CurlyChemistry Can you please do a video explaining hair shrinkage. How it caused and how we can minimize it. Thank you.
Thank you!!!❤️ Heat, makes my hair easier to manage.
That fantasia heat protectant is legit. Used it for years
In the past I used heat monthly, but haven't done it for a few years and now I'm scared to, but v tempted. I even bought that expensive "reverse air" dryer but have been too nervous to try it out. I just might now with your tips in mind - thanks!
If you’re referring to the Revair, it’s amazing! I’ve used it several times and it dries my without drying it out. Your hair will feel soft and moisturised after using it.
Thank you for your feedback on the Revair! I'm been eyeing it for awhile.
You're so welcome!
@@thegreencord2985 Yes, I got the Revair! It cost so much and I haven't even tried it - but thanks for this nudge. I'm going to finally go for it.
@@thegreencord2985 Thank you for sharing. Been on the fence about Revair for a while because of a previous salon caused severe heat damage. My hair is fine, low density, nervous to try as well.
Thank you for making educational videos and not making them a million years long! 😅😊❤
Glad you like them! Thank you!
I love your videos! They're very informative.
Thank you Latoya! :-)
This is right on time! Been natural for over 10 years and would only use heat once a year. But now being a mom, straightening it has been easier for me. Loved the tips 😁
yes I do use heat, currently using Mizani Thermasmooth. However, I've ordered Alodia Heat protecting style cream.Hopefully it works...
PLEASE DO A VIDEO ON THE GINA CURL AND WHETHER ITS DANGEROUS. It’s getting popular among many people who want to loosen their curls and some say it damaged their hair while some say it doesn’t. Please help
I know im out of line but Please HELP! I've been trying to dye my natural low porosity hair for sometime now but there was no success. Everytime the almost all the dye would wash away. It's like my hair is resistant to hair dye excluding black dye...that's the only color my hair can absorb.
Now I'm willing to try again but I'm afraid I will fail. Please help🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
Wow, this is so informative as always. You are amazing. Thank you once again!
I started using heat but I think that I’m going to stop though because it’s not where I need it to be: towards the front of my head. I may need to cut it short or off and let it grow out more because I’m not looking right by the head lol and that’s just not who I am 🥺😔🤦🏾♀️. However I do use a blow dryer and a heat cap for DC.
Going to change shampoo + conditioner: thinking about SheaMoisture or Carol’s Daughter, for 4C low-po hair.
No heat! I am one of those lazy naturals, lol. I wash my hair every 3-4 weeks. I use aruvedic products on my wash days, deep condition, moisturize, and twist. I'm done after that.🤣
Ok , I haven’t had heat on my hair since all my hair is new after chemotherapy ( my last treatment was May of 2019 ) I’m nervous about using heat but I’d like to see if I need my ends clipped. Any other advice? I’m nervous 😟
Nope, not using heat ever again. I've never had a relaxer, but I use to flat iron my hair daily because it's curly and I sweat in my sleep so wrapping it wouldn't keep it. I stopped using heat about 5 years ago and was curious 1 time and flat ironed my hair 3 years ago. Regretted it. So no. I'm not flat ironing ever again. I'll use a diffuser on cool which my curls absolutely love!
I usually air dry my hair. If I blow dry my hair with with a defused, I keep it on warm; not enough heat to burn my fingers.
My hair is very unique. It hates any all products with any protein in it. No matter how light the protein. What should I do?
Once every 3-4months I get my haired died and pressed with heat...
Is Curl Smith Curl Bonding treatment good enough or do I need the protein treatment you mentioned?
Thank you😊
I've learned that I cannot straighten my own hair. I'm terrible at it and I ALWAYS end up with damage. I don't so as often since really taking care of my own hair (thanks Covid), but when I do, I have to see a professional or someone who knows what they're doing.
I try to use heat once every six months before i install a long-term protective hairstyle. I only blow dry and never flat iron. My hair is always strong because instead of a deep conditioner, I use a cholesterol treatment. On wash day, when I moisturize, I apply my leave-in, castor oil then heat protectant then I give my hair two days to dry and absorb most of the sealing oil. Right before I'm about to blow dry, I apply the heat protectant again. I use the tension method then my Denman brush to assist me in blow drying.
Would the curl junkie reconstructive hair treatment be considered a light protein treatment? What about just using products that have a lot of protein and them for example briogio don't despair?
Thanks you! I never use heat to straighten my hair, however I go multiple times a week in the hammam or sauna… Should I use these techniques as well before going there? And which one is the less worse for hair: hammam (wet heat) or sauna (dry heat)? Thanks a lot for all your videos, they are so gold!!!
How do you feel about weekly blowouts? And ‘it’s a 10’ heat protectant
On my wash day I sit under the dryer for 20 minutes and that’s once a week. I just started using castor oil as my heat protection. The only other occasion if I get my hair twisted I will go under the dryer to set it.
Do you recommend olaplex number 3? It's hard to find protein treatments in Ireland. Is there anything you can recommend instead? Thanks!
If you have access to Olaplex then that's a great option.
@@CurlyChemistry thank you!
I'd go with K18 instead. I know you can get it there because I watch an Irish hairdresser living in Ireland on TH-cam and he has a video on it. Plus I think it originated in Europe. K18 is waaaay better than Olaplex. It works on the keratin AND disulfide bonds. No, I don't work for the company, not sponsored, nor am I an ambassador. The product is just that darn good!
@@cfoster6804 lovely thanks
I haven't use my flat iron in years but I blow dry my hair each time I trim my ends which is every 2/4 months. And when I flat iron I never blow dryed
No I don’t use heat but I want to blow dry my hair but I’m too scared 😱 too!!!! I know when I do I’m going to let it air dry first!!!!
Yellow is your color
Aww thank you!
I never use heat and I never want to. But my sister wants me to silk press her hair so I'm researching before so that she doesn't get heat damage. Her coils are too beautiful.
HI CURLY CHEMISTRY I USE HEAT BUT IT 40 OR 50. I ONLY GET MY HAIR STRAIGHT ENOUGH TO COMB!!! I ENJOYED YOUR VIDEO AND THANK YOU AND PLEASE HAVE A BLESSED DAY!!!!