The problem is people need to stop blindly following what everybody and their sister on TH-cam is doing. Figure out and do what works for YOU. I've broken so many natural hair "rules" and my hair has never been healthier.
gigglyfitzgirl I agree! Throughout my natural hair journey (3 years) I've heard people say you should do a protein treatment once a month. I don't! But I do do protein treatments before I dye my hair and I dye my hair 3 times a year (to hide greys)I don't know if that's ok but that's what I do!
I use protein, but I was lucky because my mom is a licensed cosmetologist. So I know.. I use aphogee 2 minute reconstructor And water only washing? Wtf? And don't let me rant about the cowashing thing.. cowashing doesn't make any sense to me, it's like washing your body with a body lotion.
I've never used a protein treatment or elasticity treatment because I get enough protein in my diet. These "gurus" ain't gurus. They're not trichologists, dermalogoists or most not even cosmetologist so you can't listen to everything they say or follow everything they do. Listen to your hair. As always, AfrikanHairGod, you speak the truth.
RANT TIME: I was about to buy the aphogee protein because youtubers recommended it but i couldn't find it anywhere so i didn't buy it. The oil mix, i freaking bought a lot of expensive oils, essential oils to mix and that shit didn't do anything for me. Wtf is cowashing? I heard some youtubers use shampoo once a month. My stupid ass was literally following what "The Natural Hair Community" said. As a result, i spent $130 dollars in a MOTHAFUCKING DAY buying natural hair products without cones and sulfates or other shit. Never again. I want back to the basic and you know what, my hair loves grease which is a no no for the natural hair community, my hair loves sulfates and the cones and my hair felt clean. And why natural hair products are so damn expensive?
MsHelloKittyLover people don't realise that you don't have to spend hella money on silicone/sulfate free products. you can use apple cider vinegar or clay to wash your hair and if you need to shampoo invest in a simple Shea moisture shampoo. I use either their yucca and plantain, curl and shine, or their raw Shea shampoo. you don't even have to use Shea moisture there are many other sulfate and silicone free shampoos out there. Suave Everlasting sunshine conditioner is a silicone free conditioner that works well on natural hair and it costs 1-3 dollars for a huge bottle. You can use sweet almond oil/castor oil and peppermint oil or Doo Gro Mega Growth oil for your scalp. Shea Moisture Restorative Conditioner is a good product for most natural hair and it doubles as a deep conditioner and a leave in and it costs 9.99 at GNC so you can mix oils with it or use it as is to deep condition and not even rinse it out then use a cream and or butter over it like Eden body works curl defining cream or Shea Moisture Curl enhancing smoothie I don't even use a cream over it anymore I use the Shea Moisture Curl Gel souffle over it and my hair is moisturized all week and if you need a sealant I recommend avocado oil and Shea butter, Shea nut oil, or Castor oil.
So I had to go back and look at Naptural85's video and she sure isn't doing that water only method lol. She uses African black soap now. Great information as usually. Idk why ACTUAL cosmetologist aren't super popular on TH-cam!?!? Too much truth...
Amanda LaShawn naturals don't like us... Many of the licensed professionals aren't well informed about hair care unfortunately so we got pegged as anti-natural hair.
Amanda LaShawn I remember Naptural85 was trying it out when she was trying to figure out what was going on with her hair. She learned later on it was candida messing with her hair texture and coloring it only made it worse in the long run.
So true, my hair was approximately 12 inches when I went to a stylist who insisted that a protein treatment (aphogee to be exact) would help my thick bushy hair. Fast forward 3 months to another big chop. Listen to this man, don't replicate my mistake.
You are sooooo right. I'm an almost 3 year natural, and I was concerned about having moisture overload because my texture has softened, my curls have become a little more defined, and more manageable than my earlier years. I was obsessive over it because of all the you tube scares and time blood, sweat and tears I've put into having healthy hair. I almost fed into the aphogee protein craze, but instead I pre-pood my hair with castor oil and stoped using a leave in conditioner every wash. My hair is gorgeous and simply more manageable now. Keep serving us truth honey. BLESSINGS❤❤❤❤❤
I said the exact same thing about Naptural85 and the WOW method. She was singing it's praises one week and a few weeks later, she's using black soap. All these people who blindly follow these youtubers will not have a successful hair journey. People have to stop being lazy and do their own research. I totally agree about the usage of protein. My regimen is HEAVILY moisture based. I avoid protein like the plague and my hair is thriving, it's always soft, and I retain length. People wanted to burn me at the stake when I said that natural hair doesn't need protein. Great video and thank you for saying what NEEDS to be said in the NHC.
you're not kidding about that protein overload. it took like a month of constantly moisturizing my hair daily, deep conditioning every week to get rid of it. never again. -__-
It's time to realize that less is more when it comes to natural hair. All these expensive products and whatnot many times do more damage than good. Keep a simple regimen and find what works for you and your hair will grow. I used to spend too much money trying to get my hair to look like these youtubers...all the while they getting the products for FREE so their opinion is bought and paid for. Thats why I love this Channel, you keep it 100!!
Thank you!!! Most people that think they are protein sensitive are really just suffering from overload because they didn't need it in the first place. Protein is something you need after your hair has been broken down (by heat, chemical damage from color or relaxers etc) and needs to be protected by a coat of protein. Thank you, thank you, thank you!
I like the way you're cleaning up all the mess in the natural hair community. Lol. Whenever I come across a new product or some new "treatment", I do extensive research on it before buying or doing it. And 9 times out of 10, I conclude that my hair doesn't need it. Seems like a lotta people don't fully understand *what* exactly a protein treatment does to the hair structurally. Those pure, hard proteins that people put in their hair makes me cringe,lolz. I would neva!
You should do a video on how the natural hair community is turning their back on coconut oil because I'm still confused to why all of a sudden everybody has issues with coconut oil and getting rid of their products that contain coconut oil and I'm not about to throw out of my products with coconut oil lol
I for one don't really like it because from the first time I tried it by itself it made my hair brittle and dry . I can use it mixed with another oil though but you are right, it seems to be a new trend , all this well known TH-camrs saying that their hair hates it now whereas before their hair loved it.
Shantia Allen Right?!!! I love coconut oil! I only use it as a detangler or mixing with conditioners that will be washed out anyway. I know everyone is different though, but what bothers me is IF one TH-camr stops then it seems like a WHOLE wave of followers stop too. Just based on ONE person's experience! We don't even know all the factors! Is someone really going to toss out their coconut oil after a bad hair day based on someone else's opinion vs facts? That's crazy to me😅
Shantia Allen It always made my scalp itch so I can use it when combined with other things. I can't believe people are saying not to use it now...That's interesting. I wish people would do what works for them. Sigh
Shantia Allen lol its because naptural85 did a video on it. she no longer uses it... now everyones eliminating coconut oil...like me lol. i stopped using it but not really seen a major difference yet.
I stopped using it a while ago because it makes my scalp burn, thus causing flakes. It dries my hair out, as well. But as for everyone else, it could possibly be a trend, now that you mention it. It's kind of annoying when so many people stop doing something because someone else stops. That's why I could care less about the natural hair community, lol.
I have NEVER used protein and i NEVER will. My ancestors didnt use protein on their hair so why should i???? Using proteins on your hair in the form of shampoo or however people put it on their hair is playing with fire!!! I rather INTERNALLY take protein when i eat my eggs and my beans, OKAY!!!
s3xiisir3n Absurd? The audacity of you!!! You disrespectful.......PERSON!! How dare you speak to me in such a manner. You don't know my ancestors and you don't know what they did to their hair. I DO!!! They are my blood, my ancestry and my heritage!!!! and in my family we don't use protein treatments. the women in my family all have long hair, thick glorious manes, honey. effortless growth and length retention without the use of protein treatments. So if THEIR hair is that way, then mine surely is too. so don't teyell me about my damn ancestors
DeeDee Locks GIRL YES! Me TOO! I was dead ass ready to buy from green_beauty_channel and do that damn thing. So glad I stumbled across this video. Total hair saver! I will just buy her (green beauty channel) hot oil treatment and call it a day. No need to add protein since it like" playing with fire" as afrikanhairgod said.
3 years later I’m reading this and am thinking the exact same thing as you! Just about an hour ago another natural hair influencer recommended I use the aphrogee 2 step treatment because it sounds like my hair is weak. I was describing what my hair has been doing in this past year (to me, extra shedding even though my hair stylist says my hair is healthy), and thinning in 2 spots on the very front of my hairline). I’ve been bleaching my hair for about 4 years and never had any issues. I’m going through extra stress so I thought that might be the cause. I’m also taking the curlsmith vitamins, but haven’t noticed any difference. I still don’t know what to do, but now I’m definitely NOT going to be using that aphrogee treatment.
You are absolutely right!! I've seen girls do reviews on protein treatments that didn't need it and give the product a bad review and I'm like the product isn't bad you just didn't need it... you really need to only use them when needed or it will cause more damage!! Great video!!
I watch a lot of natural hair care videos for entertainment, not for expertise. The fact remains that only I know what works best for my hair or even perhaps a licensed cosmetologist. A lot of people watch all these hair care videos and constantly change up their regimen & become product junkies, not me. I've been growing out my hair for almost 6 years now and I must say my hair is thriving & growing. I've never even used a protein treatment before. I shampoo, deep condition, maybe a little olive oil (my hair doesn't like coconut oil), and low manipulation hairstyles. Maybe twists or braids every now again but it works for me. My hair would be a mess if I tried every method, product, hairstyle, or regimen that I view on TH-cam. Find what works for you and stop bandwagoning because there's not some undiscovered product or method out there that's going to be magical. Do you own research and listen to your hair.
Well said! Its true I have been seeing every man jack pushing protein treatments like it can fix everything. Thank goodness I am one of those who does not take every idea as gospel. Perhaps you could do a video on reasons for dry hair and tips to keep hair moisturized.
So true. I have only needed protein once in my lifetime, and that was when I decided to go from many years of flat ironing to heatless styling. I did use aphrogee two step, my hair needed it bcz of all the years of heat styling. Yes I could have just big chopped, but that wasn't the right choice for me. I haven't used a hard protein treatment since then, and I most likely will not need to.
Omg thank you so much for posting this!! When I first started my journey about 6 years ago I use to think I needed the protein treatments and my hair was suffering for it!!! Ever since I focused solely on moisture I have seen little to no breakage my hair has been thriving and is so damn soft. This is why I love you! You give us the real and the best knowledge!!
I'm so glad you made this video! Protein did nothing for my hair (4b-4c) & Keratin left my hair so dry, nothing would penetrate the hair shaft! I went back to the way my mother did my hair when I was young (before perms) hot oil treatments and very little products. So done with the fruit salad creams!
I sooooooo enjoy you! You come from a place of knowledge and like you said, you take responsibility for yourself via your education & experience. I watch a lot of YT'ers who swear they found THE BEST conditioner or THE BEST styler and have everyone following them...but, just wait, because the next conditioner or styler will be THE BEST...but, just wait, because the next conditioner or styler will be THE BEST😂😂😂😂 Please keep up the videos, whether it be due to insomnia or not👍🏾
Chameleon’s Eye Hey you! I live your channel as well! You are one of my favorite TH-camrs, along with Afrikan Hair God! That video you did on people "Relaxing their Edges," was funny as Heck! I died laughing! I shared that video with a lot of my friends and family, who enjoyed it as well! Well, see you on your next video!
Actually I have used liquid hard core protein treatments on my natural hair with no problem. They actually soften my hair (weird huh). I have not had issues with them. I don't use them often, but as you said, do what works.
AfrikanHairGod I've used Aphogee Step 1 (the smell gave me the creeps so I stopped lol) and I've used Colorful Neutral Protein Filler. The latter is really good, but I don't use them often.
AfrikanHairGod LOL! Yes, I guess my hair response can be rare to certain things but I definitely wouldn't be running around telling people to do them. Thanks for sharing!
"Ima need you to disconnect your keyboard "💀💀💀 I love you and ur vids 😂Iv been subbed since I was in high school and you haven't changed one bit! You and henny are the realist naturals on here
thank you thank you thank you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I was close to buying apogee but viewing this was very informative I will stop being lazy and focus on maintaining moisture. thank you so much for using your educational background to inform us on maintaining healthy hair. please keep up the great work your videos are so informative I can't thank you enough have a good night!!😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆
LOL, you tickle me! But seriously, I look at people applying that apogee and getting that helmet head and know that ish would tear my hair up. I made a mistake early on in my journey by using africa's best mayonnaise thinking it would work the same on my natural hair and my hair got dry and hard to the max. You don't have to worry about me trying protein treatments again. What I have that works is what I will continue to use.
And according to my mom base on what I understood protein treatments is a building block, it patches up the missing parts of your hair, but as far as I know too, a deep conditioner won't penterate your hair cuticle unless is has a type of hydrolized protein in it.
I'm so glad you made this video. I have been telling my daughter that we don't need protein treatments and if it is needed it should only be done by a licensed cosmetologist. It can really wreck havoc on natural hair. My hair is bra strap length in 3 years and I have NEVER done a protein treatment. My sister is a licensed cosmetologist (I hate that she lives in a different state from me so she can't do my hair) but she has always told me to never try doing any protein treatments on my own hair. It should be left to the professionals. Hopefully the people that see this video will heed your advice. Thanks for sharing.
I wish I would have saw this video 2 wks ago. I was like.. I'm going to do a light protein every 6 wks. Hydrolized wheat protein 1/2 tsp in 1 1/2 cup of conditioner! My hair is in 3 cornrows & feels like dry dog turds! If ain't broke don't fix it! Now whose channel were you talking about? If anybody else know, plz share, I'm nosy!
GlamNP too many channels to count girl, lol. But he's right . I only know because of my mom being a licensed cosmetologist so I got lucky. If you feel your hair is shedding more than usual or breaking, you a reconstructor and not a full protein treatment.
Paula Smith I know he mentioned her regarding the water only method but I thought he was talking about a particular channel regarding protein. I may have heard wrong.
I can't quit you! BWAHA!!! I also try not to post etc. at night 'cause I have an image to uphold and I've been told sleepy Ini is blunt. Anyhoodles, I tried a protein treatment like 14 years ago, hated how my hair felt and nevadat again. I always wonder why people need them but alas, you've shed light on the herd mentality blind leading the blind situation.
Before I watch this video lemme just say that I do a protein treatment every time I wash my hair (about every 2 weeks). I have *high porosity* hair. My hair needs and loves it. But Imma watch this anyway. Let me add that I ALWAYS follow the protein treatment with a deep conditioning treatment. You have to balance it.
gigglyfitzgirl you are using what is considered "reconstructing conditioners" that they often advertise as "protein treatments" because they contain proteins. I've never had a problem with using those. In the event that your protein balance starts to shift too much, it will be much easier to notice and fix it before it gets worse. But with you having a balanced routine that seems to work great for you I can't disagree with you. 👍👌
***** As I got towards the end of your video I started wondering if I was using an actual heavy duty protein treatment like you were talking about. But I think you might be right, I might be using a conditoner with proteins. I don't feel like looking it up now lol but it's called "Hair Hask keratin protein conditioning treatment" or something like that. Might not be as harsh as what you're talking about. But then again I tried an aphogee protein treatment and I felt that it didn't do as good of a job so now I have no idea what to think. But as long as I have something that's working (and affordable) I guess that's all that matters... Thanks for another great video though. Even though I feel like I know my hair I always find myself learning new things from you. 👍Which is why I haven't unsubbed...can't say that abt many other "natural hair experts" on here though. *cough cough*
AfrikanHairGod Ok...so I had to humble myself and come back to this video and tell you that I overdid it with the protein. Over the months I wasn't realizing that my hair was slowly losing its shrinkage and curl pattern and becoming more dry and brittle. I did a deep conditioning treatment (with a heat cap for the first time) and my hair shrunk up and I was like "oh right so this is what my hair used to be like". 😂😂 Then I remembered your strand test video about moisture vs protein overload. So I took a strand of my hair and pulled it and it snapped immediately. No elasticity, nothing. 😭😭😭 I'm getting it back together now and will only do the protein conditioners when/if needed. ...WHY DO YOU ALWAYS HAVE TO BE RIGHT?! 😂😂😭😭 But seriously, thanks for the help over the years with teaching us these things. It's because of you that I haven't shaved my hair off.
AfrikanHairGod Oh lord.. watching this again and getting toward the end. Thank goodness I realized I was jacking my hair up it before it was too late. 🤦🏽🤦🏽
I am so glad somebody else is saying the same thing! I am not natural, I'm double processed as well as a licensed Cosmetologist & I tell my clients the exact same thing but they want to follow the trend & like you said, fuck up their hair, then they come to us thinking we can get their hair back to the state it was in right then & there before they fucked it up.
I used to use protein a lot but I noticed it breaks my hair. I only use it whenever my hair really needs some strength. I noticed my edges were breaking off really bad but now it's full and thick. And your right, moisture is a big ass problem. lmao 💛💙💜💚❤ Love this video! Real talk 💯
I usually read the comments First time leaving one Luv your channel! Protein treatments are really for people with straight hair which is permed hair Protein treatments can also be used for damaged hair due to heat and dye Do not USE something you already have This leads to protein overload eventually Im going to briefly focus on protein and porosity Many people with low porosity hair are protein sensitive They cant use coconut oil due to the protein It will sit on the hair and make the hair hard and dry I hoped this helped some people
I almost tried this just because everyone else was trying it and giving it praise. Thank goodness I am on a budget because if I did this I would have caused more issues for myself.
When I used to process my hair with color and relaxers my hair didn't mind protein treatments and even then I couldn't do them too often or my hair would dry out. But now that I'm 100% natural my hair hates protein so I just stay away from it, juices and berries does my hair just fine. Lol! 😂
Amen!!! Protein is not the solution for everyone... Least of all me, as I am protein sensitive and avoid products w/ protein & coconut oil, which acts like protein on my hair, like the plague!!!
Thank you thank you thank you!!!!! You say everything I think and tell my personal circle. These girls on TH-cam need to STOP pontificating. All this misinformation, I can't. I NEVER used any protein treatments in my hair until I lifted the SHIT out of it this summer and my hair was hitting the floor. Currently growing the color out until then, I'll be spraying that apogee green tea shit and moving on with my happy life. These natural hair companies got these girls going cray cray.
Sitting here binge watching your videos ❤. Your rant with so much information is so refreshing. Trying to figure it all out in transition and not much trial and error at the moment. This is my second attempt at going natural by transitioning. The first time was wild with information overload of a lot of misinformation. This time around I've been going with the flow til now recently my relaxed ends are losing and natural thriving. I have yet to cater to both textures and it's starting to show so im cutting back more ends. With that being said, just continuing to find more information through your videos to learn to keep it simple and less stressful
Sorry for my spelling, but yea I've seen youtubers use strong like rock hard protein treatments every week, that's cray cray, just know your hair or go see a stylist. Yeah I can rant about this all day... and why do TH-camrs slather half of the damn jar on there hair, so much build up, and they think cowashing gets rid that, lmao 😂😂😂
kelli johnson what deep conditioner do you think is good for natural hair to restore moisture ( protein free) I messed my daughters hair... ( ps ask your mum 😁😁😁) loool
SuthenGirl yes I remember... I realize sometimes you gotta reiterate it over and over again because it doesn't hit home for everyone until they have tried it and gone thru it. I try to put it out so that folks can avoid the issues and heartache but.... Sometimes you gotta learn the *hard* way... No pun intended...
I only use protein treatments whenever I’m about to get a protective style (knotless braids) done. I get these braids done every month and I leave it in for about six weeks. When I take it out and I wash my hair I mix green beauty’s hydrolyzed wheat protein treatment with my deep conditioner to prepare my hair for the next set of braids I get the next week or two. Is me doing this treatment basically every month ok??? I really don’t want to mess my hair up! I just really trust green beauty TH-cam channel because of the science she provides behind each of her vids!!!!!
I think there's a huge difference in doing liquid protein like Aphogee and normal protein conditioners once a month. When I first went natural, I heard the message, "DON'T use protein, our hair is protein sensitive!" I stopped using protein, got braids without doing protein and my hair broke off a little. I think it's better to preach balance because some people take things very literally like me. Just my 2 cents. Also it's imperative to do protein conditioners or like you said reconstructive type treatments if you have color treated hair.
You are a licensed hair care professional and you have a knowledge base that gives you the authority to speak from a professional level. It's not condescension, it's knowledge. Keep up the good work.
I wish I had seen your videos when I just started my journey. I wasted so much money on products because TH-cam's endorsed them and it took me literally a YEAR to find a deep conditioner that worked. Name it, I tried it. I even ordered a shit ton of Shea moisture deep conditioners one black Friday cause every single TH-cam raved about it. I used it twice and it made my hair so hard and crunchy I felt so cheated. Had to give them away and I'm talking about the 1 pound jars. It was after some time I spotted a video and realized my hair was sensitive to protein. Looked up protein free deep conditioners and the first one I tried, my hair felt like heaven. It was after that I kinda found my own way with my hair regimen and stopped blindly believing what I saw on TH-cam. Love your channel! It's so real and spot on. You tell it as it is. Almost 4 years into my hair journey and my hair is so full and healthy. People assume I use tons of products to get it like this but I always tell them less is more!
I'm hollering at you talking about that water only wash method video you made. I'm about to go back to it just to get a good laugh. And nice to question the 20x less breakage thing.
We were sold protein as the solution since _before_ the natural hair movement. All of the old products were loaded down with protein and had something about "breakage" on the front. I did have to whip out the hard protein treatment *once* on my natural hair but its been fine ever since--almost a year later.
I agree with you absolutely you are right I am not a licensed hair stylist but I know from experience there is a such thing as too much protein because when a person uses too much protein it dry the hair out and it also breaks it off because it is so dry I used to use a leave-in conditioner which was basically a straight-up protein and I just stopped using it now I rarely use any type of protein treatment just shampoo and conditioner.
The problem is people need to stop blindly following what everybody and their sister on TH-cam is doing. Figure out and do what works for YOU. I've broken so many natural hair "rules" and my hair has never been healthier.
That is so very true!!! I just keep it simple, cleanse, deep condition, mosturize, style.
gigglyfitzgirl RIGHT !!!! I'm with you on that 💯percent ! 🙋🏽🙋🏽🙋🏽
gigglyfitzgirl me too! i don't do all that shit they be doing
gigglyfitzgirl I agree! Throughout my natural hair journey (3 years) I've heard people say you should do a protein treatment once a month. I don't! But I do do protein treatments before I dye my hair and I dye my hair 3 times a year (to hide greys)I don't know if that's ok but that's what I do!
gigglyfitzgirl True
wake up and smell the eco styler gel..... *dead* lol
Sandi F That needs to be put on a t-shirt 😂
Sandi F 😂😂😂😂😂
+gigglyfitzgirl lol
I almost fell out my chair laughing at that one roflmao
I yelped! OMG I hate him. Bout time somebody said something about that.
I use protein, but I was lucky because my mom is a licensed cosmetologist. So I know.. I use aphogee 2 minute reconstructor And water only washing? Wtf? And don't let me rant about the cowashing thing.. cowashing doesn't make any sense to me, it's like washing your body with a body lotion.
How you gone cuss us out then tell us to be blessed at the end! 😂😂😂
MekaNum1 Gyrl 😂😂😂
MekaNum1 Gyrl Right!! 😂🤣😂
MekaNum1 Gyrl 😂😂😂
Honestly one of the best youtubers on here! Knowledgeable, honest and a hint of shady. I love it! Lol
Marie Ozell yes! that hint of shade makes it all the better😅😅😅
I tried aphogee one time... NEVER AGAIN. I learned that my diet and water intake on top of just taking care of my hair properly was enough.
Jeanine Ray Right?!!
Yup !
I'm in real tears at "wake up and smell the eco gel" 😂😂😂😂
Oh my damn "y'all ain't missing no damn protein yo shit juss dry" 💀💀😂😂 #Takethewheel (I'm guilty thanks for educating me}
Where's the gallon of water ?!?!?
D.A. Ragland I was looking for that! lol
Lol that is what I always think when he does rants!
Yep LOL!
D.A. Ragland I drank the whole bottle yesterday and forgot to get more.
This is why you're one of my favorite hair TH-camrs! You always keep it real and speak out about the BS within the natural hair community.
I've never used a protein treatment or elasticity treatment because I get enough protein in my diet. These "gurus" ain't gurus. They're not trichologists, dermalogoists or most not even cosmetologist so you can't listen to everything they say or follow everything they do. Listen to your hair. As always, AfrikanHairGod, you speak the truth.
RANT TIME: I was about to buy the aphogee protein because youtubers recommended it but i couldn't find it anywhere so i didn't buy it. The oil mix, i freaking bought a lot of expensive oils, essential oils to mix and that shit didn't do anything for me. Wtf is cowashing? I heard some youtubers use shampoo once a month. My stupid ass was literally following what "The Natural Hair Community" said. As a result, i spent $130 dollars in a MOTHAFUCKING DAY buying natural hair products without cones and sulfates or other shit. Never again. I want back to the basic and you know what, my hair loves grease which is a no no for the natural hair community, my hair loves sulfates and the cones and my hair felt clean. And why natural hair products are so damn expensive?
MsHelloKittyLover yes mine too grease is amazing for me too other products are a waste of money and waste of time #backtobasics
MsHelloKittyLover Big business at the moment!!! I hate those expensive Shea Moisture products they do nothing for me. #greasetwistsilkscarfdone
I use the aphrogee protein treatment once a year that's all my hair needs that's all it can take cause that stuff is strong lol
MsHelloKittyLover people don't realise that you don't have to spend hella money on silicone/sulfate free products. you can use apple cider vinegar or clay to wash your hair and if you need to shampoo invest in a simple Shea moisture shampoo. I use either their yucca and plantain, curl and shine, or their raw Shea shampoo. you don't even have to use Shea moisture there are many other sulfate and silicone free shampoos out there. Suave Everlasting sunshine conditioner is a silicone free conditioner that works well on natural hair and it costs 1-3 dollars for a huge bottle. You can use sweet almond oil/castor oil and peppermint oil or Doo Gro Mega Growth oil for your scalp. Shea Moisture Restorative Conditioner is a good product for most natural hair and it doubles as a deep conditioner and a leave in and it costs 9.99 at GNC so you can mix oils with it or use it as is to deep condition and not even rinse it out then use a cream and or butter over it like Eden body works curl defining cream or Shea Moisture Curl enhancing smoothie I don't even use a cream over it anymore I use the Shea Moisture Curl Gel souffle over it and my hair is moisturized all week and if you need a sealant I recommend avocado oil and Shea butter, Shea nut oil, or Castor oil.
also if aphogee is too harsh a good light protein treatment is the Shea moisture yucca and plantain masque or their JBCO masque.
Am I the only one who gets extremely happy when he post! I just love your videos
Chyna Smith You're not the only one!
haha nope!
Chyna Smith Nope..He tells us like is
All the time! I appreciate his realness. Only person in natural hair TH-cam I trust and he's licensed.
I agree 100% I love his videos!
So I had to go back and look at Naptural85's video and she sure isn't doing that water only method lol. She uses African black soap now. Great information as usually. Idk why ACTUAL cosmetologist aren't super popular on TH-cam!?!? Too much truth...
Amanda LaShawn naturals don't like us... Many of the licensed professionals aren't well informed about hair care unfortunately so we got pegged as anti-natural hair.
Amanda LaShawn I remember Naptural85 was trying it out when she was trying to figure out what was going on with her hair. She learned later on it was candida messing with her hair texture and coloring it only made it worse in the long run.
So true, my hair was approximately 12 inches when I went to a stylist who insisted that a protein treatment (aphogee to be exact) would help my thick bushy hair. Fast forward 3 months to another big chop. Listen to this man, don't replicate my mistake.
What happened??
You are sooooo right. I'm an almost 3 year natural, and I was concerned about having moisture overload because my texture has softened, my curls have become a little more defined, and more manageable than my earlier years. I was obsessive over it because of all the you tube scares and time blood, sweat and tears I've put into having healthy hair. I almost fed into the aphogee protein craze, but instead I pre-pood my hair with castor oil and stoped using a leave in conditioner every wash. My hair is gorgeous and simply more manageable now. Keep serving us truth honey. BLESSINGS❤❤❤❤❤
Great Advice...some ppl use protein like its a conditioner...IT'S NOT.
I said the exact same thing about Naptural85 and the WOW method. She was singing it's praises one week and a few weeks later, she's using black soap. All these people who blindly follow these youtubers will not have a successful hair journey. People have to stop being lazy and do their own research. I totally agree about the usage of protein. My regimen is HEAVILY moisture based. I avoid protein like the plague and my hair is thriving, it's always soft, and I retain length. People wanted to burn me at the stake when I said that natural hair doesn't need protein. Great video and thank you for saying what NEEDS to be said in the NHC.
marvinandjosh1 she mentioned in one video that WOW had her hair extremely dry, so she went back to what she knew.
marvinandjosh1 she said it was something she was trying to see if it can help to grow your hair back. That is all and it didn't work she said.
marvinandjosh1
"shit breaking cause it's just dry" lol
you're not kidding about that protein overload. it took like a month of constantly moisturizing my hair daily, deep conditioning every week to get rid of it. never again. -__-
It's time to realize that less is more when it comes to natural hair. All these expensive products and whatnot many times do more damage than good. Keep a simple regimen and find what works for you and your hair will grow. I used to spend too much money trying to get my hair to look like these youtubers...all the while they getting the products for FREE so their opinion is bought and paid for. Thats why I love this Channel, you keep it 100!!
Thank you!!! Most people that think they are protein sensitive are really just suffering from overload because they didn't need it in the first place. Protein is something you need after your hair has been broken down (by heat, chemical damage from color or relaxers etc) and needs to be protected by a coat of protein. Thank you, thank you, thank you!
I like the way you're cleaning up all the mess in the natural hair community. Lol. Whenever I come across a new product or some new "treatment", I do extensive research on it before buying or doing it. And 9 times out of 10, I conclude that my hair doesn't need it. Seems like a lotta people don't fully understand *what* exactly a protein treatment does to the hair structurally. Those pure, hard proteins that people put in their hair makes me cringe,lolz. I would neva!
You should do a video on how the natural hair community is turning their back on coconut oil because I'm still confused to why all of a sudden everybody has issues with coconut oil and getting rid of their products that contain coconut oil and I'm not about to throw out of my products with coconut oil lol
I for one don't really like it because from the first time I tried it by itself it made my hair brittle and dry . I can use it mixed with another oil though but you are right, it seems to be a new trend , all this well known TH-camrs saying that their hair hates it now whereas before their hair loved it.
Shantia Allen Right?!!! I love coconut oil! I only use it as a detangler or mixing with conditioners that will be washed out anyway. I know everyone is different though, but what bothers me is IF one TH-camr stops then it seems like a WHOLE wave of followers stop too. Just based on ONE person's experience! We don't even know all the factors! Is someone really going to toss out their coconut oil after a bad hair day based on someone else's opinion vs facts? That's crazy to me😅
Shantia Allen It always made my scalp itch so I can use it when combined with other things. I can't believe people are saying not to use it now...That's interesting. I wish people would do what works for them. Sigh
Shantia Allen lol its because naptural85 did a video on it. she no longer uses it... now everyones eliminating coconut oil...like me lol. i stopped using it but not really seen a major difference yet.
I stopped using it a while ago because it makes my scalp burn, thus causing flakes. It dries my hair out, as well. But as for everyone else, it could possibly be a trend, now that you mention it. It's kind of annoying when so many people stop doing something because someone else stops. That's why I could care less about the natural hair community, lol.
I have NEVER used protein and i NEVER will. My ancestors didnt use protein on their hair so why should i???? Using proteins on your hair in the form of shampoo or however people put it on their hair is playing with fire!!! I rather INTERNALLY take protein when i eat my eggs and my beans, OKAY!!!
Headchampion me too !!! 🙋🏽
s3xiisir3n Absurd? The audacity of you!!! You disrespectful.......PERSON!! How dare you speak to me in such a manner. You don't know my ancestors and you don't know what they did to their hair. I DO!!! They are my blood, my ancestry and my heritage!!!! and in my family we don't use protein treatments. the women in my family all have long hair, thick glorious manes, honey. effortless growth and length retention without the use of protein treatments. So if THEIR hair is that way, then mine surely is too. so don't teyell me about my damn ancestors
Headchampion I think u should get over yourself with that long ass comment seriously shut up
Headchampion I comment 2 seconds later I'm subscribed to your channel great imfo
Yes! So right. BTW, I love your channel. My hair channel has been subbed to you for months. lol :)
Jesus is this you, did you take the wheel? I was about to jump on the protein wagon.
me too sis!
DeeDee Locks lmao I been thinking about it too. Glad I didn't do it
DeeDee Locks GIRL YES! Me TOO! I was dead ass ready to buy from green_beauty_channel and do that damn thing. So glad I stumbled across this video. Total hair saver! I will just buy her (green beauty channel) hot oil treatment and call it a day. No need to add protein since it like" playing with fire" as afrikanhairgod said.
3 years later I’m reading this and am thinking the exact same thing as you! Just about an hour ago another natural hair influencer recommended I use the aphrogee 2 step treatment because it sounds like my hair is weak. I was describing what my hair has been doing in this past year (to me, extra shedding even though my hair stylist says my hair is healthy), and thinning in 2 spots on the very front of my hairline). I’ve been bleaching my hair for about 4 years and never had any issues. I’m going through extra stress so I thought that might be the cause. I’m also taking the curlsmith vitamins, but haven’t noticed any difference. I still don’t know what to do, but now I’m definitely NOT going to be using that aphrogee treatment.
"Your shits gonna be fucked up!" AHAHAAHA
Yall gone fuck up y'all shit !!! 😂😂😂😂😂.. Tell the people !! Lol
"Whitney said, I'm not about to fuck up my hair just for some views" LMAO! Bruh, you are a thousand times correct!
You are absolutely right!! I've seen girls do reviews on protein treatments that didn't need it and give the product a bad review and I'm like the product isn't bad you just didn't need it... you really need to only use them when needed or it will cause more damage!! Great video!!
Why am I watching this right after doing the protein treatment 😭
In the natural hair community People make things up more than Trump. Thanks for keeping it real with the facts!
To help you answer why the protein craze came up, Aphogee started sponsoring some videos. That's it lol
I watch a lot of natural hair care videos for entertainment, not for expertise. The fact remains that only I know what works best for my hair or even perhaps a licensed cosmetologist. A lot of people watch all these hair care videos and constantly change up their regimen & become product junkies, not me. I've been growing out my hair for almost 6 years now and I must say my hair is thriving & growing. I've never even used a protein treatment before. I shampoo, deep condition, maybe a little olive oil (my hair doesn't like coconut oil), and low manipulation hairstyles. Maybe twists or braids every now again but it works for me. My hair would be a mess if I tried every method, product, hairstyle, or regimen that I view on TH-cam. Find what works for you and stop bandwagoning because there's not some undiscovered product or method out there that's going to be magical. Do you own research and listen to your hair.
Well said! Its true I have been seeing every man jack pushing protein treatments like it can fix everything. Thank goodness I am one of those who does not take every idea as gospel. Perhaps you could do a video on reasons for dry hair and tips to keep hair moisturized.
+Favored Peace Girl its true.
Shampoos do not even clean my scalp and someone suggests water washing? Girl bye!
I Never tried the water only washing method. It sound so stupid from the beginning. Lol
omg I am rollin too funny
" omg she bout to have everybody fuck up they hair" I was dying cause I was that fool listing to all that mess
So true. I have only needed protein once in my lifetime, and that was when I decided to go from many years of flat ironing to heatless styling. I did use aphrogee two step, my hair needed it bcz of all the years of heat styling. Yes I could have just big chopped, but that wasn't the right choice for me. I haven't used a hard protein treatment since then, and I most likely will not need to.
You tell the truth!! Some people dont like that but i do!! Keep being you!
Omg thank you so much for posting this!! When I first started my journey about 6 years ago I use to think I needed the protein treatments and my hair was suffering for it!!! Ever since I focused solely on moisture I have seen little to no breakage my hair has been thriving and is so damn soft. This is why I love you! You give us the real and the best knowledge!!
I love how honest you are...
Lol love your delivery
I'm so glad you made this video! Protein did nothing for my hair (4b-4c) & Keratin left my hair so dry, nothing would penetrate the hair shaft! I went back to the way my mother did my hair when I was young (before perms) hot oil treatments and very little products. So done with the fruit salad creams!
I sooooooo enjoy you! You come from a place of knowledge and like you said, you take responsibility for yourself via your education & experience. I watch a lot of YT'ers who swear they found THE BEST conditioner or THE BEST styler and have everyone following them...but, just wait, because the next conditioner or styler will be THE BEST...but, just wait, because the next conditioner or styler will be THE BEST😂😂😂😂 Please keep up the videos, whether it be due to insomnia or not👍🏾
Ha HAAA time for tea 😌☕️
Chameleon’s Eye Hey you! I live your channel as well! You are one of my favorite TH-camrs, along with Afrikan Hair God! That video you did on people "Relaxing their Edges," was funny as Heck! I died laughing! I shared that video with a lot of my friends and family, who enjoyed it as well! Well, see you on your next video!
Actually I have used liquid hard core protein treatments on my natural hair with no problem. They actually soften my hair (weird huh). I have not had issues with them. I don't use them often, but as you said, do what works.
Braelynn Blue what kind did you use, if you can remember.
AfrikanHairGod I've used Aphogee Step 1 (the smell gave me the creeps so I stopped lol) and I've used Colorful Neutral Protein Filler. The latter is really good, but I don't use them often.
Braelynn Blue that's interesting and I've seen your hair.... You got me scratching my head on that one. Thanks for sharing your experience.
AfrikanHairGod LOL! Yes, I guess my hair response can be rare to certain things but I definitely wouldn't be running around telling people to do them. Thanks for sharing!
Braelynn Blue lol he's hilarious
"Ima need you to disconnect your keyboard "💀💀💀 I love you and ur vids 😂Iv been subbed since I was in high school and you haven't changed one bit! You and henny are the realist naturals on here
I love your natural hair videos they are informative and very helpful.
What about we just eat a good balance of food and get protein from the inside out? or nah lol?
Adariene Robinson exactly what I was thinking.
thank you thank you thank you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I was close to buying apogee but viewing this was very informative I will stop being lazy and focus on maintaining moisture. thank you so much for using your educational background to inform us on maintaining healthy hair. please keep up the great work your videos are so informative I can't thank you enough have a good night!!😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆
LOL, you tickle me! But seriously, I look at people applying that apogee and getting that helmet head and know that ish would tear my hair up. I made a mistake early on in my journey by using africa's best mayonnaise thinking it would work the same on my natural hair and my hair got dry and hard to the max. You don't have to worry about me trying protein treatments again. What I have that works is what I will continue to use.
And according to my mom base on what I understood protein treatments is a building block, it patches up the missing parts of your hair, but as far as I know too, a deep conditioner won't penterate your hair cuticle unless is has a type of hydrolized protein in it.
Wake up and smell the Eco Styler Gel! LOL I'm done!
I'm so glad you made this video. I have been telling my daughter that we don't need protein treatments and if it is needed it should only be done by a licensed cosmetologist. It can really wreck havoc on natural hair. My hair is bra strap length in 3 years and I have NEVER done a protein treatment. My sister is a licensed cosmetologist (I hate that she lives in a different state from me so she can't do my hair) but she has always told me to never try doing any protein treatments on my own hair. It should be left to the professionals. Hopefully the people that see this video will heed your advice. Thanks for sharing.
He said "Wake up & smell the Eco Gel!" ROTFLMMFAO! 😀😁😂😂😂
i love your videos suga, your so fun to watch.. keep up the good work love.
I wish I would have saw this video 2 wks ago. I was like.. I'm going to do a light protein every 6 wks. Hydrolized wheat protein 1/2 tsp in 1 1/2 cup of conditioner! My hair is in 3 cornrows & feels like dry dog turds! If ain't broke don't fix it! Now whose channel were you talking about? If anybody else know, plz share, I'm nosy!
GlamNP too many channels to count girl, lol. But he's right . I only know because of my mom being a licensed cosmetologist so I got lucky. If you feel your hair is shedding more than usual or breaking, you a reconstructor and not a full protein treatment.
GlamNP "dry dog turds" I'm sorry but LOL you made me spit on my phone 😭😭😭
GlamNP naptural85
Paula Smith I know he mentioned her regarding the water only method but I thought he was talking about a particular channel regarding protein. I may have heard wrong.
GlamNP okay, sorry I don't know about the protein TH-cam channels.
This definitely was an emergency video. You did not have your jug or glass of water. LOL! I love it when you bring logic and reason to hair care.
I can't quit you! BWAHA!!! I also try not to post etc. at night 'cause I have an image to uphold and I've been told sleepy Ini is blunt. Anyhoodles, I tried a protein treatment like 14 years ago, hated how my hair felt and nevadat again. I always wonder why people need them but alas, you've shed light on the herd mentality blind leading the blind situation.
Before I watch this video lemme just say that I do a protein treatment every time I wash my hair (about every 2 weeks). I have *high porosity* hair. My hair needs and loves it. But Imma watch this anyway.
Let me add that I ALWAYS follow the protein treatment with a deep conditioning treatment. You have to balance it.
gigglyfitzgirl you are using what is considered "reconstructing conditioners" that they often advertise as "protein treatments" because they contain proteins. I've never had a problem with using those. In the event that your protein balance starts to shift too much, it will be much easier to notice and fix it before it gets worse. But with you having a balanced routine that seems to work great for you I can't disagree with you. 👍👌
***** As I got towards the end of your video I started wondering if I was using an actual heavy duty protein treatment like you were talking about. But I think you might be right, I might be using a conditoner with proteins. I don't feel like looking it up now lol but it's called "Hair Hask keratin protein conditioning treatment" or something like that. Might not be as harsh as what you're talking about. But then again I tried an aphogee protein treatment and I felt that it didn't do as good of a job so now I have no idea what to think. But as long as I have something that's working (and affordable) I guess that's all that matters... Thanks for another great video though. Even though I feel like I know my hair I always find myself learning new things from you. 👍Which is why I haven't unsubbed...can't say that abt many other "natural hair experts" on here though. *cough cough*
AfrikanHairGod Ok...so I had to humble myself and come back to this video and tell you that I overdid it with the protein. Over the months I wasn't realizing that my hair was slowly losing its shrinkage and curl pattern and becoming more dry and brittle. I did a deep conditioning treatment (with a heat cap for the first time) and my hair shrunk up and I was like "oh right so this is what my hair used to be like". 😂😂 Then I remembered your strand test video about moisture vs protein overload. So I took a strand of my hair and pulled it and it snapped immediately. No elasticity, nothing. 😭😭😭 I'm getting it back together now and will only do the protein conditioners when/if needed.
...WHY DO YOU ALWAYS HAVE TO BE RIGHT?! 😂😂😭😭
But seriously, thanks for the help over the years with teaching us these things. It's because of you that I haven't shaved my hair off.
AfrikanHairGod Oh lord.. watching this again and getting toward the end. Thank goodness I realized I was jacking my hair up it before it was too late. 🤦🏽🤦🏽
I just appreciate you for being so informative & loving in what you do when it comes to hair. It truly shows... Much Love to you..
When I was first going natural I used a really strong protein treatment my hair felt like a broom. Never again
I am so glad somebody else is saying the same thing! I am not natural, I'm double processed as well as a licensed Cosmetologist & I tell my clients the exact same thing but they want to follow the trend & like you said, fuck up their hair, then they come to us thinking we can get their hair back to the state it was in right then & there before they fucked it up.
The comment regarding washing with only water ...got me 😂😂😂
I used to use protein a lot but I noticed it breaks my hair. I only use it whenever my hair really needs some strength. I noticed my edges were breaking off really bad but now it's full and thick. And your right, moisture is a big ass problem. lmao 💛💙💜💚❤ Love this video! Real talk 💯
I usually read the comments First time leaving one Luv your channel! Protein treatments are really for people with straight hair which is permed hair Protein treatments can also be used for damaged hair due to heat and dye Do not USE something you already have This leads to protein overload eventually Im going to briefly focus on protein and porosity Many people with low porosity hair are protein sensitive They cant use coconut oil due to the protein It will sit on the hair and make the hair hard and dry I hoped this helped some people
I never focused on protein until I started watching TH-cam now I mainly focus on moisture
Thanks for sharing! I made that same mistake. I have learned to listen to my hair and learn what works best for me not someone else.
I love this dude here.. Straight to the point ☝️
I almost tried this just because everyone else was trying it and giving it praise. Thank goodness I am on a budget because if I did this I would have caused more issues for myself.
You always come with the real straight to the point bluntness love ya boo
When I used to process my hair with color and relaxers my hair didn't mind protein treatments and even then I couldn't do them too often or my hair would dry out. But now that I'm 100% natural my hair hates protein so I just stay away from it, juices and berries does my hair just fine. Lol! 😂
Amen!!! Protein is not the solution for everyone... Least of all me, as I am protein sensitive and avoid products w/ protein & coconut oil, which acts like protein on my hair, like the plague!!!
Wow, you learn something new everyday. I'm so glad I clicked this because I didn't know protein could be that dangerous.
Thank you thank you thank you!!!!! You say everything I think and tell my personal circle. These girls on TH-cam need to STOP pontificating. All this misinformation, I can't. I NEVER used any protein treatments in my hair until I lifted the SHIT out of it this summer and my hair was hitting the floor. Currently growing the color out until then, I'll be spraying that apogee green tea shit and moving on with my happy life. These natural hair companies got these girls going cray cray.
Sitting here binge watching your videos ❤. Your rant with so much information is so refreshing. Trying to figure it all out in transition and not much trial and error at the moment. This is my second attempt at going natural by transitioning. The first time was wild with information overload of a lot of misinformation. This time around I've been going with the flow til now recently my relaxed ends are losing and natural thriving. I have yet to cater to both textures and it's starting to show so im cutting back more ends. With that being said, just continuing to find more information through your videos to learn to keep it simple and less stressful
Sorry for my spelling, but yea I've seen youtubers use strong like rock hard protein treatments every week, that's cray cray, just know your hair or go see a stylist. Yeah I can rant about this all day... and why do TH-camrs slather half of the damn jar on there hair, so much build up, and they think cowashing gets rid that, lmao 😂😂😂
kelli johnson what deep conditioner do you think is good for natural hair to restore moisture ( protein free) I messed my daughters hair... ( ps ask your mum 😁😁😁) loool
hunny I think you might have answered the issue I've been having with my hair this message is definitely a blessing thank you for staying up so late 😙
So happy this guy is back! Always giving great information. Listen up!!! Same wave length.
Yes you covered this last year. I emailed you & you covered it very well just like you said you would.
SuthenGirl yes I remember... I realize sometimes you gotta reiterate it over and over again because it doesn't hit home for everyone until they have tried it and gone thru it. I try to put it out so that folks can avoid the issues and heartache but.... Sometimes you gotta learn the *hard* way... No pun intended...
lol you had me lol. I love you. keep it real no need to tip toe over folks feelings. you are trying to help them out! xoxo
I only use protein treatments whenever I’m about to get a protective style (knotless braids) done. I get these braids done every month and I leave it in for about six weeks. When I take it out and I wash my hair I mix green beauty’s hydrolyzed wheat protein treatment with my deep conditioner to prepare my hair for the next set of braids I get the next week or two. Is me doing this treatment basically every month ok??? I really don’t want to mess my hair up! I just really trust green beauty TH-cam channel because of the science she provides behind each of her vids!!!!!
By the way I just got this protein treatment in January so I’ve only used it once. I was just planning on using it every month.
I sue protein treatment due to my texlaxer
I think there's a huge difference in doing liquid protein like Aphogee and normal protein conditioners once a month. When I first went natural, I heard the message, "DON'T use protein, our hair is protein sensitive!" I stopped using protein, got braids without doing protein and my hair broke off a little. I think it's better to preach balance because some people take things very literally like me. Just my 2 cents. Also it's imperative to do protein conditioners or like you said reconstructive type treatments if you have color treated hair.
I Soo Agree with you.
I Love your Videos.
We Think so much Alike. :)
You are a licensed hair care professional and you have a knowledge base that gives you the authority to speak from a professional level. It's not condescension, it's knowledge. Keep up the good work.
I know that I get plenty good protein in my diet in my diet so there should be no reason why I need to do a protein treatment.
I wish I had seen your videos when I just started my journey. I wasted so much money on products because TH-cam's endorsed them and it took me literally a YEAR to find a deep conditioner that worked. Name it, I tried it.
I even ordered a shit ton of Shea moisture deep conditioners one black Friday cause every single TH-cam raved about it. I used it twice and it made my hair so hard and crunchy I felt so cheated. Had to give them away and I'm talking about the 1 pound jars.
It was after some time I spotted a video and realized my hair was sensitive to protein. Looked up protein free deep conditioners and the first one I tried, my hair felt like heaven. It was after that I kinda found my own way with my hair regimen and stopped blindly believing what I saw on TH-cam.
Love your channel! It's so real and spot on. You tell it as it is. Almost 4 years into my hair journey and my hair is so full and healthy. People assume I use tons of products to get it like this but I always tell them less is more!
I'm hollering at you talking about that water only wash method video you made. I'm about to go back to it just to get a good laugh. And nice to question the 20x less breakage thing.
I can tell you how much I love watching your video.
We were sold protein as the solution since _before_ the natural hair movement. All of the old products were loaded down with protein and had something about "breakage" on the front. I did have to whip out the hard protein treatment *once* on my natural hair but its been fine ever since--almost a year later.
This is excellent news!!! I was always too lazy to do those treatments...I probably saved my hair!!
Your videos are just so good and informative.
Where's that water bottle!!???!! (got my own water bottle while watching) Thank you AHG! We need your voice to weed out the garbage on this TH-cam. 😅
I agree with you absolutely you are right I am not a licensed hair stylist but I know from experience there is a such thing as too much protein because when a person uses too much protein it dry the hair out and it also breaks it off because it is so dry I used to use a leave-in conditioner which was basically a straight-up protein and I just stopped using it now I rarely use any type of protein treatment just shampoo and conditioner.
I'm trying to go to sleep while listening to this but , you keep making me laugh . Great video btw. You are right on point !
fresh! that is why I will keep watching YOU.
You hit nail on the head TODAY.......yes gawd !!!
Protein has helped my hair stop breaking (followed by a moisturizing deep conditioner). Go figure.
It has helped me too.