The Ultimate Guide to Protein and Moisture Balance for Healthy Curly Hair

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  • Does protein moisture balance confuse you? Scare you even? If you don’t know what it means and why it is so important to incorporate both protein and moisture balance in our routines for ALL hair types, this video will explain how you can do just that. And if you don't know your hair type or how to test your elasticity and porosity, I show you how to do that, too. These traits (elasticity and porosity) are essential to understand your hair so you can treat it right. So keep watching and I will teach you how to identify these key protein/moisture ingredients in your products and help you with a schedule to figure out how often you need protein and moisture for the perfect balance and healthy hair.
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    O1:29 What is Protein/Moisture balance?
    02:15 Why is Protein/Moisture Balance Important?
    03:32 How to Analyze Your Hair’s Needs
    04:10 How to Test Your Hair’s Elasticity
    05:37 How to Determine Your Hair’s Porosity
    08:36 Products & Ingredients Explained
    13:06 How to Create a Balanced Curly Hair Routine
    15:27 Signs of Protein/Moisture Overload
    16:49 How to Treat Protein/Moisture Overload
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  • @shaylarz
    @shaylarz 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3565

    "Wear your hair natural" they said. "it'll be much easier than straightening it every day" they said

    • @inesanabellarosque4127
      @inesanabellarosque4127 4 ปีที่แล้ว +240

      It’s much easier once you figure it out what works for you and stop trying to make your hair look like others with crazy expectations.. trust me

    • @megerick6628
      @megerick6628 3 ปีที่แล้ว +122

      Ines anabella Rosque just started doing it 3 months ago and I can say it is easier feels better and I love it more. But I do gotta say it’s so much more exspensive 😂 and a lot to learn... thank god for mell tho

    • @McTommoGotSwaggah
      @McTommoGotSwaggah 3 ปีที่แล้ว +131

      Wearing your hair natural is much more better than smelling like burned toast💀

    • @teenafofeena1567
      @teenafofeena1567 3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      Gahaha thats how i feel 😭😩 but we will figure it out and reap the benefits soon

    • @feliciak.3139
      @feliciak.3139 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      s c i e n c e

  • @MissLida
    @MissLida 4 ปีที่แล้ว +830

    I was malnourished. Now I’m Mell-Nourished 😘

  • @bhawnasaroha2949
    @bhawnasaroha2949 2 ปีที่แล้ว +271

    just leaving it here for everybody's reference
    elasticity test 4:20
    protein/moisture balance chart 8:17
    protein product ingredients 9:50
    moisturising product ingredients 12:27
    protein product guide based on porosity 14:34
    signs of protein overload 16:13
    signs of moisture overload 16:22

    • @Kat-pr7qc
      @Kat-pr7qc 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you

    • @Cherismoore
      @Cherismoore ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Appreciate you posting this!

    • @ShayCWin
      @ShayCWin ปีที่แล้ว +1

      MVP

    • @taylorcampbell4067
      @taylorcampbell4067 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Porosity chart 8:17

  • @ruthstrutt694
    @ruthstrutt694 4 ปีที่แล้ว +358

    Mell: Check out these charts...
    Me: *SCREENSHOTS LIKE A MAD WOMAN*

    • @Brittanithepro
      @Brittanithepro 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Haha! Ditto 😅

    • @sharilafferty5638
      @sharilafferty5638 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Me too!! No way will I remember all those goodies

    • @mariangelgz420
      @mariangelgz420 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I paused it and wrote it all down. Your way is definitely better. Why didn’t I think of that?

    • @ALT-vz3jn
      @ALT-vz3jn 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same 😝

  • @Sam-rb1be
    @Sam-rb1be 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1661

    I want to have a good routine for my hair but I’m lazyyy, I wish someone could just make one for me and tell me what products to buy lol

    • @rebecaaguilar7032
      @rebecaaguilar7032 4 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      Same

    • @makeupjunkie723
      @makeupjunkie723 4 ปีที่แล้ว +170

      It’s so hard to figure it out because everyone’s hair is different. You really have to try it yourself lots of trial and error

    • @MetalMouth6963
      @MetalMouth6963 4 ปีที่แล้ว +77

      I recommended trying 1 new thing at a time. Ive slowly gotten my routine figured out
      First I switched shampoo, conditioner and leave in when I ran out
      Next I added a soft hold gel and started using this sea salt spray(that does nothing but Im trying to get rid of it)
      Then I decided I needed a mousse
      Finally I decided I would really like a stronger hold gel and moved some stuff around
      So Ive got: shampoo, conditioner, leave in, sea salt spray, soft hold gel, mousse, hard hold gel, air dry and then scrunch

    • @angelag.2191
      @angelag.2191 4 ปีที่แล้ว +71

      Same! I told my husband I need a hair therapist lol.

    • @MsVintagevixen
      @MsVintagevixen 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Find a curly hair specialist and they will!

  • @ginagiordano950
    @ginagiordano950 4 ปีที่แล้ว +626

    I love having curly hair but people with healthy straight don’t even have to think about this stuff ugh

    • @jessikadeline7492
      @jessikadeline7492 4 ปีที่แล้ว +59

      And they do not understand

    • @sarahblau3050
      @sarahblau3050 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      For real

    • @sarahchr7347
      @sarahchr7347 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      us neither! i feel like she’s just making up impossible almost mathematical rules for the sake of her channel

    • @No-sw5td
      @No-sw5td 3 ปีที่แล้ว +40

      i love mel’s channel, but many of her tips aren’t necessary. if you love haircare and have damaged hair, then by all means follow her advice. but the best thing you can do for your curly hair is make sure its not damaged by heat or chemicals, shampoo, and condition. that’s the same routine as a person with straight hair. not everybody needs picture-perfect curls every single day. your curls are awesome whether you put very little effort into them or you go the whole 9 yards

    • @owainh1347
      @owainh1347 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      Every hair type has a protein moisture balance straight hair would show being unbalanced differently though.

  • @LatinaBeautyF0rever1
    @LatinaBeautyF0rever1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +486

    At this point im just gonna move to Canada so Mel can do my hair. 😭

  • @thatkat31
    @thatkat31 4 ปีที่แล้ว +361

    Mel: When do you eat?
    Me: Whenever I'm awake.
    Mel: When you are hungry or malnourished.
    Me: Ooops.

  • @IKKclauKR
    @IKKclauKR 4 ปีที่แล้ว +978

    Me: dry hair looks frizzy
    Mell: Over moisturized hair looks frizzy
    Me:.....what

    • @MilkyWay-vr7ku
      @MilkyWay-vr7ku 4 ปีที่แล้ว +75

      There is frizzy soft and frizzy hard stiff and dry feely

    • @alissaspafford8846
      @alissaspafford8846 4 ปีที่แล้ว +53

      if you squeeze 2nd day hair really hard and it still feels damp it is a good indicator it is over moisturized

    • @rahmafilahi5025
      @rahmafilahi5025 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Alissa Spafford m

    • @ManesByMell
      @ManesByMell  4 ปีที่แล้ว +245

      but how does it FEEELL. frizzy can be rough, stiff, stringy looking and undefined, this COULD be signs of protein overload or just dry hair in general
      BUT extremely soft and over moisturized hair will not hold it's shape and have little definition

    • @cassieopia532
      @cassieopia532 4 ปีที่แล้ว +95

      @@ManesByMell Mell, I love ya girl, but I still don't get it.

  • @anaizav
    @anaizav 4 ปีที่แล้ว +259

    I was moisturizing the crap out of my hair because it was frizzy along with applying product on wet AF hair and welp after watching your videos I realized I was dealing with OVERLY moisturizer hair because my curls were not defined at all and way too soft 😭 trying to incorporate more protein thanks to you! ♥️

    • @gabbykiara8222
      @gabbykiara8222 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Me too! Does anyone know some good products with protein in them?

    • @lonerebeI
      @lonerebeI 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@gabbykiara8222 There's a ton of them. The best natural protein treatment could be a henna gloss. Look it up on youtube

    • @gabbykiara8222
      @gabbykiara8222 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@lonerebeI Will do! Thank you!

    • @lisettereyes2697
      @lisettereyes2697 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same!!

  • @emmao6578
    @emmao6578 3 ปีที่แล้ว +122

    Did the tests, compared my hair to the characteristics of too much moisture/protein but still wasn't 100% sure what I needed. So decided to check my current products against the ingredients lists and found not a single reference to any protein but a million moisturising ingredients, so that's a pretty clear answer right there 😅
    Thanks so much for all the info, very clear and well communicated 🤗

    • @jasmin1773
      @jasmin1773 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Happy to know you also have high porosity hair.

    • @jasmin1773
      @jasmin1773 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Happy to know you also have high porosity hair.

  • @estherbutt4341
    @estherbutt4341 4 ปีที่แล้ว +73

    Did I just make four whole A4 pages of notes on this video? Yes
    Am I still confused about what to do with my own hair? Also yes

  • @GenaMarie
    @GenaMarie 4 ปีที่แล้ว +207

    Amazing job on this video, Mel & Amanda! So much great info 🙌🏼😍💗

    • @changeeyecolor3891
      @changeeyecolor3891 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

  • @torip.9734
    @torip.9734 4 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    I have straight hair and I still enjoy watching your videos about curly hair. Your hair is absolutely gorgeous! Some of your tips are still helpful even for people who don’t have curly hair, so thank you!

    • @ManesByMell
      @ManesByMell  4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Thank you so much!! I love hearing that and I truly try to make this channel inclusive since a lot of the hair care tips apply to anyone with hair, not just curls! I’m so glad they help you too, I have more haircare tips for all to share so stay tuned 💖💖

  • @dcehills
    @dcehills 4 ปีที่แล้ว +122

    I would love to see examples of products for each of the scenarios

  • @galyaschuster739
    @galyaschuster739 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I was JUST thinking about how over moisturized my hair was and then this popped up on my phone. Thanks girl! You’re the best!

  • @jenniferodonoghue4222
    @jenniferodonoghue4222 4 ปีที่แล้ว +214

    Perfect timing! My hair is one huge soft frizzy mess. This Florida humidity is killing me and my hair

    • @ManesByMell
      @ManesByMell  4 ปีที่แล้ว +83

      Ouf humidity HURTS! It does a number to our hair and can stress out the strands, it’s super important to moisturize your hair well when you wash, Repair with protein and seal in all the love with occlusive to keep out the humidity! You got this 💖💖

    • @jenniferodonoghue4222
      @jenniferodonoghue4222 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Manes by Mell I will be doing a protein treatment tonight. Thank you for your videos. You and your seester have helped save my curls! You guys are awesome!!

    • @meechie1159
      @meechie1159 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Have you ever tried CER-100? I feel like their protein treatments work well for me. I found it on amazon.

    • @jenniferodonoghue4222
      @jenniferodonoghue4222 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Michelle Crisafi no I haven’t tried that one yet. Right now I have the Shea Moisture Manuka Honey and Yogurt protein treatment on hand so I’ll be using that. I’ll have to check out the CER

    • @patriciabrewis5225
      @patriciabrewis5225 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Jennifer O’Donoghue I have been using ecoslay’s orange marmalade this summer (I’m in North FL) and it has been working great for me this summer.

  • @MisoSanSoup
    @MisoSanSoup 4 ปีที่แล้ว +219

    DAMN MELL! HAIR IS FIRE TODAY!

    • @ManesByMell
      @ManesByMell  4 ปีที่แล้ว +57

      OH YOU KNOW IT. I washed right before filming so the day 1 curls lacked a little volume but the DEFINITION???? ALL ABOUT THE BALANCE 😍😍😍

    • @MisoSanSoup
      @MisoSanSoup 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@ManesByMell HEEEELLS YEEEEE

    • @JesusChrist-xm5rt
      @JesusChrist-xm5rt 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@ManesByMell What did you use?

    • @causehoneysaidso6335
      @causehoneysaidso6335 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yessss 🔥

    • @Forevagabby
      @Forevagabby 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@JesusChrist-xm5rt you can watch her wash day on her channel

  • @lrpatisserie
    @lrpatisserie 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Mel, this is just what I needed to finally understand moisture/protein balance. I'll put it into practice! Thank you 💜

  • @priscillaramirez2400
    @priscillaramirez2400 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    hands down, the MOST informational video by one of the MOST educated and well-spoken stylists on youtube omg bless u for all the effort you put into this

  • @mariamsabra5462
    @mariamsabra5462 4 ปีที่แล้ว +69

    I seriously can't stop admiring how extra beautiful your hair is looking recently 😍 love you Mell thank you for your videos❤

    • @ManesByMell
      @ManesByMell  4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      that is so sweet thank you so much!! it's gotten so long and i need a trim but since i stepped back from highlighting as often, my hair has been thriving! all that repairing and protein is paying off

  • @cinderella8435
    @cinderella8435 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    You are the Queen of Curls! I don’t know what I would do without your incredible work that you put into your videos! I mean the charts are just amazing! Thank you so so much 🌞

  • @Manzana30BS
    @Manzana30BS 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for this video!! I just started my curly journey and I quickly became overwhelmed with all the terminology and figuring out my hair type. Your videos are so educational!

  • @08ldominguez
    @08ldominguez 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for sharing this information!! So many people talk about having protein/moisture as a part of your routine and how too much can damage your hair, but not enough people explain it in a way that makes sense!! I'm definitely going to start paying more attention to what my hair needs by using the tips you provided!

  • @susannag1712
    @susannag1712 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Hi Mel. Just wanted to say thanks! This has been one of the most helpful & informative videos I've ever watched. Not even all the hairdressers I have spoken to in my life have provided me with this much insight into how to care for my low porosity, fine textured 2a wavy hair! I now realize I have been using way too much protein and that silicone is not the devil! In fact, I used Pantene (insert horrified face here) conditioner this morning and my hair is silky, perfectly wavy and frizz free! I now know how to read my hair and give it what it needs! Love you and your videos! 🥰

  • @A.R.S.1309
    @A.R.S.1309 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I’m so so grateful for this video and all the hard-work you put into it with the note pads, the ingredients list, the checklist for us to screenshot and for making this video interesting. Thank you so much Mell♥️♥️♥️

  • @sarahdiaz8752
    @sarahdiaz8752 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Girl! So happy to have you in my curly world! Thank you for making this content! It's needed!

  • @Ramatoulaye_
    @Ramatoulaye_ 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is hands down the most complete hair video I've seen yet. Just amazing, so much information.Well done

  • @chelsear.2001
    @chelsear.2001 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I just love the way you explain everything and how much effort you put into your videos! 💕 they're always keeping me entertained and they're educational at the same time. Can't wait to see your continued growth and blossom into a huge star.

  • @ashantimeije7604
    @ashantimeije7604 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I finally have my routine!! But I can always use some more tips. My high porosity hair loves protein, but not to much. I have protein in my deep conditioner and in my gel. My hair feels and looks amazing after I found the right balance, thank you Mel, because you helped me a lot!! 🥰

  • @ramayastowell192
    @ramayastowell192 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ever since I have found your channel I have followed the moisture/protein balance and my hair has improved tremendously!! Thanks to you and your sister

  • @kristentardio5573
    @kristentardio5573 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    All. The. Screenshots!!! Thank you for the in-depth updates, Mell!

  • @curlygirltaylor
    @curlygirltaylor 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Perfect time, I just got a refresh spray that has protein and have been trying to balance it out.

  • @feingefuehl.
    @feingefuehl. 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I really love the editing on this one. Such a great job and it makes all the information so much easier to understand!

  • @nicoladouglas6705
    @nicoladouglas6705 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This was so informative thank you!

  • @rebeccalsg
    @rebeccalsg 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I am SO glad I came across your channel. I started my natural hair journey a few months ago (not like anyone was going to be seeing my hair after lockdown was announced!) and quickly realised there's many elements of the CGM that aren't for me. Since following your tips and tricks (ESPECIALLY for finger coiling and diffusing) the last couple of weeks I am finally starting to find my groove with my routine. Thank you so much!

  • @mercedesprice6595
    @mercedesprice6595 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This was so well done. Thank you! I seriously appreciate you and all that you put into these videos. Hope you are doing well, love. 💞💞

  • @Smilestyles123
    @Smilestyles123 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    These types of videos stress me out and make me feel like I’m doing everything wrong but I need to learn to get better 😔

  • @theblendedpepperBritt
    @theblendedpepperBritt 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm learning so much about my hair like so many I have never had a good curly hair day until your tips and tricks. My daughter (9m) can't crawl fast enough when she hears your voice that's how much I watch your videos! Thank you for preparing me to give my curly head baby girl a good hair day!

  • @hasminurquilla7792
    @hasminurquilla7792 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    You and your seester are curly gurl goals!! I started my natural journey a couple years ago and now I convinced my seester to do the same. WE LOVE YOUR CHANNEL so THANK YOU!!

  • @elizabethbloom3313
    @elizabethbloom3313 4 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    I really need this cause even tho my curly hair is pretty healthy I think I’m lacking something yet don’t know what. Thank you like always!♥️😭

    • @JesusChrist-xm5rt
      @JesusChrist-xm5rt 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Contact @the.curl.garden on Instagram she redid my entire routine & now my hair is balanced 😁

    • @rubyduffy499
      @rubyduffy499 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      yeah same it’s like my hair would fall into the protein overload but it has traits of moisture overload i’m so confused mu

  • @seowen
    @seowen 4 ปีที่แล้ว +83

    So my hair is over-moisturised! Now that I know this, I can already see tomorrow's wash day going down a treat. 🔥
    THANK YOU!!! 😍
    I would also love to see a video about split ends - why it splits, how to stop the hair splitting, etc. 😉

    • @ManesByMell
      @ManesByMell  4 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      Split ends are totally normal! It happens from styling, eventually the ends of our strands wither away and split. Prevent them with protein moisture balance, limited styling, and sealing them. Protective styles help reduce split ends because you don’t do you hair as much. And the ONLY way to fix them is a haircut!!

    • @seowen
      @seowen 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ManesByMell thank you so much. I had a feeling it was related to my hair imbalance. 😁

    • @katerirose8540
      @katerirose8540 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      What protein products will you be using to fix your over-moisturization? I'm trying to do the same but am at a loss for what products to purchase

    • @PandaGirl501
      @PandaGirl501 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@katerirose8540 I haven't tried them yet but yesterday I bought Loreal Elvive Total Repair *Extreme* Renewing Shampoo/Conditioner, it has wheat protein and ceramide. I kind of settled on this brand bc of the cheapness bc I'm having trouble finding affordable natural products with protein and this brand actually caught my eye because it said protein on the bottle so that was enough for me 😅 After I'm done with these I'll try to decide where I should go from there but I'm hoping I can just get like a protein shampoo and then maybe a moisturizing conditioner to rinse out so I don't absorb too much moisture in my hair. I also bought a spray gel that is supposed to work well on fine hair to eliminate frizz bc I have frizz from my frizzy/fluffy/undefined hair 🙃

  • @camrynbuckley4769
    @camrynbuckley4769 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I never even took notice of how important protein is for my hair !! I really loved this video and believe me when I say I literally have 4 pages back to back on everything you've said so that I can really give my hair what it needs! Thank you so much Mell you've really inspired me about my hair and I really appreciate all your advice in all of your videos!!❤

  • @nicolejeffries740
    @nicolejeffries740 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are the curly hair queen. I recommend your channel to all CGM newbies !!!!! Even tho you don’t do CGM- the education you provide is on point and reliable and REALLY helpful to the CG community!!!!

  • @elmnop
    @elmnop 4 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    I was eating my lunch, froze, and remembered it's texture Tuesday and clicked on the tab as fast as I could!

  • @nadiasproductions3096
    @nadiasproductions3096 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You guys are doing an awesome job with editing your videos! Being a video editor myself and a girl with wavy/ curly hair, I've watched tons of videos about curly hair and your channel is one of the best!

    • @ManesByMell
      @ManesByMell  4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thank you!!! My seester does the editing and I do the researching! We make a great team😂❤️

  • @alishacancio682
    @alishacancio682 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've been in and out of curly hair groups for the past couple years. Thanks for making this so simple.

  • @bonus44
    @bonus44 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    So informative! My hair is not curly but watching your videos I realize that hair care for any type is about observation and applying products that your hair need at the moment. Thanks!

  • @curlygirl4688
    @curlygirl4688 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Hi Mell, this was an amazing video as always!😍 I would also love a video about the differences of
    styling brushes like Denman, Behairfulbrush, Tangle Teezer... or no brush at all! And I just feel like different hairtypes need different brushes? This would be really helpful!
    Greetings from Germany!!!🇩🇪❤️

  • @e329
    @e329 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I would like to see videos on “curly hair brushes 101” and “how to pick the right hair straightener for curly hair”(even though straightening is not good for curly hair)

  • @amyjansen868
    @amyjansen868 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I've been binge watching Manes by Mell for a while now (about a year and a half), and she has been the ULTIMATE guidance on the revival & recovery of my curly hair. I'm watching this video of hers for the first time right now, and it's by far the best Protein & Moisture Balance lesson I have ever received in my life. Manes By Mell is a gift sent from the highest heavens 🙏🏻 Thank you for always sharing your wisdom with us 😭. This last part of my comment might seem a little over the top, but your videos are truly life changing to me.

  • @Maria_Margaritis
    @Maria_Margaritis 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    GIRL!!! You just changed my life...I LOVE YOU! Thank you..hahah I over OVER ooooover did it with the moisture! I have so much clarity now! Than you!

  • @alexisdiaz7540
    @alexisdiaz7540 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I remember when tacos made Tuesdays awesome..now it’s You and these fabulous videos! Thanks for always being here every week to help us out!
    Oh, and where did you find that cute pineapple? I need it.

  • @aishwaryashajan5993
    @aishwaryashajan5993 4 ปีที่แล้ว +61

    Love love love you Mell...Could you pleaseeee do a review of cheaper shampoos such as L’Oréal, Sunsilk, Herbal Essences etc.? Basically low end products...

    • @SuperBexley
      @SuperBexley 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Tresemme Botanique is curly girl approved and straight from the supermarket

    • @krystalgarciaa
      @krystalgarciaa 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I watched her VERYYYY first video and she said THROW THOSE OUT! 😬

    • @AG-jf8hn
      @AG-jf8hn 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Specially since some of those brands have released new products. I would definitely watch a video on those!

    • @AG-jf8hn
      @AG-jf8hn 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Maria B whoaaa, which one?

  • @gazpunk847
    @gazpunk847 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your channel is a miracle for the analytical curly girl. God bless you.

  • @soulcake76
    @soulcake76 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You saved me time, money and explained the whole process for my curly hair transition-THANK YOU!!!!

  • @wnabi8469
    @wnabi8469 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    WHY DO I FEEL LIKE I HAVE BOTH PROTEIN AND MOISTURE OVERLOAD???

  • @lizzimia5479
    @lizzimia5479 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I’ve watched this video twice (I get so excited waiting for Texture Tuesday). It’s very informative and helpful. I still don’t really understand my hair though. 😭 I’m fairly sure I’m low porosity but it gets over moisturised so easily. The elasticity is good to fairly long stretch before breaking. But high porosity is supposed to be prone to over moisturising. It takes a while to get wet and is shiny, which makes me think low porosity. I feel like I need a phd in hair to understand my own silly strands.

    • @truthbeseen7428
      @truthbeseen7428 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      But does it absorb Water when you spray it? Mine is low porosity and it's pretty obvious cause the water won't get absorbed unless I press it. Tricky thing to me was understanding if it's medium or low porosity. But given what you wrote, I'd advise you to use less products. Test which one (and if) you can take one off

  • @witchenette
    @witchenette 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is pure GOLD. Thank you so muchfor all the help!

  • @msadams224
    @msadams224 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Also, this is honestly the single most useful TH-cam video I have ever watched. You are the bomb diggity Mel! Thank you so much for all of the great content.

  • @000snow000
    @000snow000 4 ปีที่แล้ว +121

    I have literally never had a good curl day. It's always either curly and crunchy/dry/rough or limp and soft :(

    • @ManesByMell
      @ManesByMell  4 ปีที่แล้ว +47

      Oh no! Sorry to hear that! Make sure you listen to your hair by testing the elasticity and porosity to make sure you treat it for what it needs! I hope that helps

    • @marypricehilton449
      @marypricehilton449 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      I feel your pain. More bad hair days than good 🤷‍♀️

    • @elizabethcarroll8526
      @elizabethcarroll8526 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Same here :( If I try to add protein, it seems like it's too much, then add moisture, then that's too much, etc. No happy medium. It's pretty humid where I live so I'm wondering if it'll get better once Fall gets here.

    • @000snow000
      @000snow000 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@elizabethcarroll8526 yeah that's pretty much what I go through all the time. I tried something new yesterday and the high protein made my curls much tighter and springy but it felt so producty and sticky that my hair got all roughed up very easily. I can't win!

    • @elizabethcarroll8526
      @elizabethcarroll8526 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@000snow000 yes! I tried to add a little more protein and my hair did that, too! If my hair doesn't improve once the temperature goes down, I'm going back to my old shampoo and conditioner and just using the new techniques that I've learned!

  • @kivzzzz
    @kivzzzz 4 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    Wow, I'm so early, maybe the TH-cam algorithm knows I needed this video like right now. 😂

    • @ManesByMell
      @ManesByMell  4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      I GOTCHUUU💖💖

    • @kivzzzz
      @kivzzzz 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ManesByMell thank you, Mell! You're saving one curly head after the next 💞

    • @kassiestorm8230
      @kassiestorm8230 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Me too! I just watched her older video on protein vs moisture

  • @beingscouted
    @beingscouted 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is the first video I’ve ever seen that truly explains the differences in elasticity and porosity. I am a new subscriber because of this video! I’m new to the curly hair world and you have some of the best content I’ve come across thus far.

  • @dojaa8853
    @dojaa8853 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Mell, the info u provide in this video is just insane! Thank you so much for taking the time and patience. Wish u all the best

  • @danieladlouha2608
    @danieladlouha2608 3 ปีที่แล้ว +127

    Mel: "The first source of moisture is from your nutrition... stay hydrated"
    Me: - hits pause, goes to drink a bottle of water and proceeds to stare at my hair in the mirror, waiting for it to improve -

  • @naomyr1553
    @naomyr1553 4 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Me: i think my hair need something.
    Mell: GIRRRRRRL! This is what u need.

  • @ayyaal-qadomi7312
    @ayyaal-qadomi7312 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I finally understand what I need to buy to start fixing my hair😭 the charts are a blessing! thank you!!!!💖

  • @reamariotti
    @reamariotti 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    most informative and easy to retain curly video I’ve ever watched. I’ve been searching for this info everywhere!

  • @melie3054
    @melie3054 3 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    Mell: The Ultimate Guide to Protein for healthy curly hair
    Me after watching so many YT hair videos: INSTRUCTIONS UNCLEAR *Cracks open an egg on my head*

    • @queencatherineofaragon938
      @queencatherineofaragon938 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      This is extra funny cause people used egg as a shampoo back in the day.

    • @melie3054
      @melie3054 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@queencatherineofaragon938 lol wow really? 😂

  • @MilkyWay-vr7ku
    @MilkyWay-vr7ku 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    LOVE this video.. just what i needed! I have video recommendations though....is it possible if you could do a series of manes by mell fans that send you a text of their curly hair routine or a video of it that you can react to and give us some advice on that too.....thx for reading this love your channel🤗

    • @millyr5159
      @millyr5159 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow! That’s an amazing idea!!

  • @mariangelgz420
    @mariangelgz420 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    For the first time in my life, I can actually look at the ingredients and know what they do! Thanks, I think this video is the best I have ever seen about hair care.

  • @ayaserayel2935
    @ayaserayel2935 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much for this video. The information you provided allows us to critically think about the right products for our hair instead of taking recommendation or just trial and error.

  • @stephanies.9075
    @stephanies.9075 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    The amount of screenshots in my camera roll from your videos is borderline stalkerish. Lol I’m learning so much about my hair, I’ve been doing this all wrong! 😭

  • @miasawaya2425
    @miasawaya2425 4 ปีที่แล้ว +100

    I stumbled across you on tiktok, literally yesterday and have watched hrs of your videos on youtube , learning so much about how to care for my hair down to the small nitty gritty details that I don’t even think about.
    I went straight to looking at my products after this video and noticed very little with protein ingredients. I was just wondering, how many protein ingredients should I look for roughly in a product?
    And the chart that you gave as a rough guide, can it be any mix and match of products as long as it’s an equal amount of both moisture and protein? I hope that made sense! (I have high porosity - i believe) .
    Thank you so much for making these videos, I cannot wait to practice everything I have watched and see the progress xxx

    • @ManesByMell
      @ManesByMell  4 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      OH YAY I'm so glad the tiktok algorithm led you to me!!
      The higher up on the ingredient list, the more protein will be in the product. there doesn/t have to be many but with high porosity, the more the merrier!
      Thanks for being here! I hope all this info helps xoxo

  • @viktoryacarmona3026
    @viktoryacarmona3026 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I saw this video when it first came out and followed what she said and my hair is AMAZING thank you so much Mell for making this video. I know its only hair but I have so much more confidence and wear my hair natural all the time and have you to thank. So thank you for sharing this and helping us girls who want to fix our curls.

  • @wo0o0o0ho0o0
    @wo0o0o0ho0o0 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a great video, Mel. Thank you!

  • @kristak9811
    @kristak9811 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I think I’ve finally got my routine down. I’m currently using the not your mothers cream and mousse, and I love it! I got my mom hooked on the brand as well, she loves the Volumizing hair spray from nym. ❤️

    • @ManesByMell
      @ManesByMell  4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Amazing!! I can’t wait to try NYM when it comes to Canada 😍😍 one day hopefully soon haha

    • @CharlieLuzy
      @CharlieLuzy 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      So it's "not your mother's" but you got it to your mother, that's hilarious to me

    • @CurlyGardenista
      @CurlyGardenista 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      How do you like the cream from them? I want to try it, what type of curls do you have?

    • @kristak9811
      @kristak9811 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Neidy A I have 3a curls, the cream defines and it has some hold. I like to use it with their mousse, but you could use the cream alone.

    • @CurlyGardenista
      @CurlyGardenista 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Krista K awesome to know, thanks for replying! ❤️

  • @maraw8658
    @maraw8658 4 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    I honestly found it easiest to figure it out by buying one moisturizing conditioner and one with lots of proteins and trying them both. The one with all sorts of proteins made my hair feel and look better than the mostly moisturizing conditioner. I had my answer.

    • @AgathaVelvet
      @AgathaVelvet 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Which 2 did you buy?

    • @maraw8658
      @maraw8658 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      ​ @AgathaVelvet For moisture I tried a few: Hask coconut conditioner, purezero coconut moisturizing conditioner, and a few others. For protein conditioners, I used the soCozy kids curl conditioner, and the purezero biotin conditioner. Both did WONDERS for my hair so i incorporated proteins into my stylers as well. I use the SGX 10 in 1 leave in and the hairitage curl cream. Then I use the biotera alcohol free styling gel

    • @AgathaVelvet
      @AgathaVelvet 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@maraw8658 , thank you. Good strategy you had! I want to buy all new products, but don't want to waste my $. Need healthy hair asap. Lol.

  • @angelyrincon
    @angelyrincon 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    mell, you are literally just THE best. thank you for your energy and your knowledge!! you're an inspiration.

  • @lizette2769
    @lizette2769 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm only halfway through this video and it's amazing! Great explanations and I'm loving all the charts and lists. I've been subscribed for a few months now and the effort you two put into your videos is something else :)

  • @eileenblowes4078
    @eileenblowes4078 4 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    I wish you had a website So I could reference all this later when I'm shopping or going through my wash day

    • @ManesByMell
      @ManesByMell  4 ปีที่แล้ว +124

      Website is under construction but coming soon!!

    • @eileenblowes4078
      @eileenblowes4078 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      @@ManesByMell this is THE BEST NEWS!!!!!!!

    • @Stacyahmad99
      @Stacyahmad99 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@ManesByMell
      Seriously! Thats is beyond wonderful. I wish you did a video of all your very best favorite products for either protein wash or moisture wash. I think i have almost 10 different lines of products already. Is it good to switch them around??

    • @gigipujals2547
      @gigipujals2547 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      YAY WTF

  • @chaunice4394
    @chaunice4394 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Mell; you and Amanda just make everything better. This was definitely a much needed video. I'm still learning about my hair and this will help me understand how to take care of it during wash days. It will also help me understand why some wash weeks look better than others. Thank you for blessing us with all your knowledge

  • @DezzyyRayy
    @DezzyyRayy 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    The BEST informative video. Love love love!

  • @justynawisniewska9228
    @justynawisniewska9228 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I don't usually like TH-camrs that are trying to be funny, it usually doesn't work and it's a waste of my time. However you really explained it so well, I just want to say well done, I like how serious you are about hair.

  • @andreyelena6428
    @andreyelena6428 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Lots of IMPORTANT info!! Thanks!! Does the weather affects on either one of them? I mean If I live in HOT tropical ( beach) weather could I probably need more moisture or protein? And what if I go a lot to the beach? Its summer and... beach life 🤷🏼‍♀️😂
    Gracias again!! Great videos!!

  • @kcg1235
    @kcg1235 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Mel: "When do you eat?"
    Me: ".... when I'm bored" 🤦‍♀️🤣

  • @sr625212
    @sr625212 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are the best Mell. The information you share are sooooo useful! Thanks a lot!

  • @nancyrich5263
    @nancyrich5263 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was soooo helpful, oh my goodness! Especially the ingredients list. Thank you!!!!

  • @nemesisnoel5743
    @nemesisnoel5743 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I have a hard time determining what my porosity is and whether I’m using too much protein or moisture. I’m definitely going to use this video and hopefully start being able to balance my routine a bit more. I’m really hoping to get my hair back to its healthiest state since I’ve never bleached or dyed it but I do have to wet it every day for work so I might suffer from over-moisturized hair.

    • @chaimacham5841
      @chaimacham5841 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi can i know thé résult of following her steps ?

  • @michelleknorr4222
    @michelleknorr4222 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Is it me or are Mell's videos getting extra awesome during Covid times? Silver linings CurlFriends! ;)

    • @ManesByMell
      @ManesByMell  4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Me and the seester have been putting all our efforts into bringing the best content possible, and we are so thankful for you appreciating them 💕💕💕

  • @Sam88677
    @Sam88677 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you! I went through all my hair products, and more the 3/4 we're moisture based.... Now I can begin to listen to my bleached hair, and add protein back in. Thank you again 😊❤️

  • @Curlmania
    @Curlmania 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You’re a true curly guru, a gem Mel, much love and respect ✊🏽 from a fellow curly 🤗 💋 keep up them great vids!

  • @balbirkaur6442
    @balbirkaur6442 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Can this early gurl get a heart
    Luv u mell with double l❤✨

    • @ManesByMell
      @ManesByMell  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      SO MUCH LOVE FOR YOU EARLY BIRD THANKS FOR WATCHING ❤️❤️

  • @drew_drop
    @drew_drop 4 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    hey mell, can you work with low density hair one day? i think it’d be pretty interesting

    • @sara.m88
      @sara.m88 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yes, please!

    • @clave1de1mi
      @clave1de1mi 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Oh yeah! Please!

  • @yunho_who8690
    @yunho_who8690 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    this. this is the video i have been WAITING for!!!! 😍😍😍😍 i feel like i can finally figure it out

  • @jennynovoa8586
    @jennynovoa8586 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This helped me so much! Thank you ^^ my hair was overmoisturized, i had no protein in my products. But that has changed, and my hair stopped breaking off so much. I see a huge difference :D im so glad. Our hair is so holy to us, thank you mel! ❤❤❤

  • @MommaBear628
    @MommaBear628 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Ummm...when is Mel going to offer online consultations? We need some love in the states since I think Canada is still closed to us and stalking is frowned upon 😄

  • @ednaulerio5482
    @ednaulerio5482 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Me: wondering why I was having so much “bad hair days”.
    Mell: describing my moisture overloaded hair.
    Me: oh, that’s why 😅

  • @uhmilly6751
    @uhmilly6751 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I recently found out I have cury hair! Your method has TRANSFORMED my life and the way I treat and love my hair

  • @megcicciarella1930
    @megcicciarella1930 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you! A just-in-time video for me!