You are wayyyy too underrated for my liking... No shade to the other "gurus" out there but they are way too commercialized, their videos are getting quicker and more UNinformative, and you have something that most of them lack... spunkiness. #Donteverchange #EVER!
No problem! Your personality is so much like mines thats probably why I love your channel, so glad I found you! You are like a goofier version of Jouelzy and I love it! I hope you make it very far in life God Bless :)
Just so I'm clear because I was missing some steps: 1. Prepoo - Got this down 2. Shampoo - Is this the step with the sulfate free shampoo? 3. Conditioner - What to use? 4. Depp Conditioner - Again what to use? 5. Moisturizing - Got this down Monthly clarify with a shampoo. What to use? Thanks!
Sharon Tracey Gale Bey You have to use what best works for your hair. I'm in the guess and check phase myself. I think she's just informing us on the foundation of hair care but we have to learn our hair and figure out what works best for it. Good Luck on your hair journey.
So is this a healthy wash hair routine? Week One: Co-wash Week Two: Shampoo Week Three: Co-wash Week Four: Clarify Also really appreciate the LOC video really helped!!!
I clarify when I think about it and I don't think about it often. I did however clarify this month and the thought came to me, "My hair and scalp feels so clean." I never think that when I co-wash. What I did was put some water in a bowl, mix a little shampoo and poured it on my hair and poured it on the sides and front because that is where it is the driest. I did a quick wash and got it out of my front and sides first then the rest of my head. When I clarify, I do notice that my hair is softer and my curls are more defined even before I put product on my hair. I think I will start clarifying more often.
I my 13 yr old probably needs her natural hair clarified. I have never clarified her hair and now she does have a build up from going to the salon and getting it twisted monthly. Thanks. Glad I found your page.
I prepoo with Jamaican black castor oil, I wash every week with Wen cleansing conditioner and once a month I used the KKKC shampoo as a clarifier. I use Natural Oasis products and KKKC to style, and Deva chans Heaven in Hair as a deep conditioner. My hair rarely feels dry with this regimen, if it does I use a QRedew. In the summer it can get to 109 to 114 degrees so I will wash my hair more often when the temp rises. So enjoying your videos, must say, been feeling my hair and accepting that this is what grows out of my head and it is wonderful. Thank you so much.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on clarifying. I am a big co-wash believer. However, I use the As I Am Coconut Cowash instead of a plain conditioner. This does a really good job in cleansing my hair and scalp. I have no visible build-up. However, I still use the Aubrey Green Tea Clarifying Shampoo about once every month. You are right, it is like pressing that reset button and doing a nice deep cleansing.
I never clarified before. So let me make sure I have the right steps down. first pre poo, overnight than rinse out than apply the clarifying agent than rinse out.DO I shampoo and condition and deep condition and moisturize as well? I am new to the natural game and I am trying hard not to go back to the creamy crack product(perm/relaxer).
I think shampooing is a must. Especially if you're someone who works out on the regular. I have to wash every third day, at the very least. Co-washing just doesn't get it. Shea Moisture and Carol's Daughter products are great! Your hair is clean without completely stripping moisture from it.
WOW!! i didn't know I had to clarify because I was using the ACV rinse. I will start right away. Thanx NappyFu!!! where would I be without you(probly ballhead LOL)!! but luv gurl and once again thank you!!
I just recently used clarifying shampoo (Trader Joe's Tea Tree Clarifying Shampoo) as well as my regular regimen items (this month TGIN products with Shea Moisture leave-in conditioner and my essential oil mixture). I did notice how different my hair looks and feels but it never dawned on me that because I was start off with a clean slate, the TGIN products I'm utilizing this month was able to penetrate my hair and scalp so much better which in turn allowed my hair to really benefit from the ingredients in the products. Thank you so much for doing this video. It gave me my "DUH, that makes sense" moment, lol.
I use Loreal EverCréme or EverCurl. They are sulphate free and silicon free cleansing conditioners. The difference between these and Wen is that these actually lather slightly (only way to clean is to lather). I use the same method as you where I only clarify my scalp.
Hi, Nappyfu! I have extremely thick type 4 hair and enjoy your videos immensely due to your realism plus great info. During the last year and half, I learned the hard way that clarifying my hair is mandatory every 3-4 weeks. This maintains a healthy scalp and hair due to my active lifestyle. My favorite clarifying shampoo is Tresemme Deep Cleanse, which eliminates buildup without leaving my hair dry / stiff as cardboard. It’s the only clarifier that left my hair soft and manageable afterwards. 😊👊🏽🙌🏾💆🏽♀️💃🏽
My hair loves the volume Paul Mitchell one I bought by accident and never looked back it treats my hair no tangles or knots. I use maui I mask as a leave in and Cantu lotion with coconut oil and castor oil. I have to wash my hair every 3 days. I also use baking soda to rinse my head before the shampoo and conditioner.
First, you crack me up! You make it fun to learn. Second, yes I clarify twice a month. I use organigrow products for low porosity hair. I wash twice - once with the clarifying shampoo and once with a moisturizing shampoo. This leaves my hair/scalp super moisturized and clean. Then I follow with deep conditioner.
I love your personality. This was so funny, but true. I clarify as needed which is usually between every 3-4 weeks. I just use a regular clarifying shampoo; nothing specific. I am a shampoo girl and products build up on my hair and scalp if the product even looks at my head. Great video.
lol@ its not 5-0 its the secretary lol, i use clay masks every now and again i only cowash once a month and shampoo with a sulfate free shampoo once a month depending upon if i have a certain protective style in my hair
What I use to clarify with is TRESEmme' Naturals with aloe vera and avacado nourishing moisture.. it contains sulfates, but it states it's a lower concentration of it.
Sorry Nappyfu, I just reviewed this video and realized that you began your explanation with stating that you do pre-poo before your clarifying shampoo! Got it!
u right acv do not help alone I also do my bentonite clay rinse I do this regimen once a month as if I'm doing the max hydration method I do clarify,my co-wash, bentonite clay rinse,my DC, I DC once a week
Thanks Nappy fu . I never clarified before I just shampoo once a month or every 6weeks. But I'm going to start now after seeing your bentonite clay and apple cider vinegar video 😊😊😊
I really have no choice. My scalp isn't one to take too much product build up. I tied cowashing for a couple months and my scalp was so itchy....I would get bumps on my head and everything so to avoid that I regularly shampoo and condition with a deep conditioner homemade or store bought. I use Shea Mositure's Coconut and Hibiscus line (just started it yesterday) and I love it! The shampoo doesn't dry my hair out and the conditioner has something that makes my scalp tingle and not itch as much.
Well I had intended to say that I clarify my hair every few months or more frequently if I go swimming. But apparently what I've been using is Chelating Shampoo, which isn't the same thing exactly. But I will say this it still bursts in like the 5-0 so I can't complain. I've been through many though starting with Garnier (what a waste). Next was Ion hard water shampoo, it was great, but I still had to start washing with distilled water. But my new favorite is jaico k-pak professional chelating shampoo. This truly cleansed my hair not only of product, but Chlorine from my local pool as well. I had been stalling on wash day and it was starting to get obvious and on top of that I had to load my hair with conditioner and oil to protect it from the chlorine, so needless to say the 5-0 had their work cut out for them.
I just have to say: I am SO glad that I found your channel I mean.. you are phenomenal and you def know a doable/great amount about 4c hair and I def appreciate your input and your knowledge.. Thank you =)
It's been over a year since I clarified. I have Shea moisture black soap and As I Am Curl Clarity Shampoo. I'm about to get back to clarifying my hair once a month. my hair thrived when I did.
not entirely sure wat clarifying shampoo means bcoz i use shampoo regularly i have nvr got around cowashing or entirely understand it. I wash with Herbal Essence Nourishing or Moisturizing Shampoo but i just got Tressume's deep cleansing shampoo coz i need a deep cleanse. I hope it works out i have a lot of product build up will deep condition afterwards :)
Hey Nappy fu! I love the content you put out, as an upcoming cosmotologist/hair stylist i took to your channel for the properly researched advice that you give.... keep up the amazing work! In terms of cleansing both my hair & clients hair I almost always reach for either: 1. Design Essentials Oat Protein & Henna Deep Cleansing Shampoo I am able to detangle various textures including but not limited to 2b-4c hair textures. This shampoo let's me detangle while not over stripping the hair. It's a breeze and DRAMITICALLY cuts down on detangling time. 2. Avlon Keracare 1st Lather Sulfate Free Shampoo. detangles well and removes impurities quite nicely. it doesn't produce a lot of suds but the hair always ends up clean and hair doesn't feel brittle or dry. I always follow either one of these shampoos with a moisturizing &/or speciality shampoo. I make sure I take this step before a silk press or blowout on natural hair. It really helps clear all the debris out so hair sucks the product right up once I follow up for a special shampoo followed by my deep conditioner.
@nappyfu I Love You! I'm new to the natural hair community. I'm new to your channel about 1 week in. I love your content, you do your homework and I love that. I must say watching older vs newer nappyfu and I like cutting nappyfu a lil mo better nevertheless it's all love 😍😘❤❤❤. Keep up the excellent work helping educating advocating and teaching natural hair care
They are the same, the only difference being that clarifying is harsher and strips your hair of all product build up, while regular shampooing only removes most of it.
Omg......... You know, ACV was drying my hair so I stopped using it and I've only been cowashing. I was gonna cleanse with ACV maybe once per month. Looooooooordt this hair journey is just TOO much. I'm trying to go all natural so I'm going to tinker around and make a clarifying shampoo. Siiiiiiiigh........ I got this.
I use Alaffia Liquid Black Soap to clarify. Works beautifully. Keeps my hair soft too. The Peppermint or Eucalyptus types are great. Cleans completely and stimulates the scalp. Try it :-)
i am LOVING your videos!!! you are funny and informative. i was scared to clarify because of all the bad things i heard about it. but now i can see that i can pre poo and shampoo. no wonder my daughter's hair was still dirty and dull. i just did co washes for her. new regimen
Now I've seen videos about making your own black soap shampoo using the actual soap and letting it sit in a bowl over night until it completely dissolves. Would that be good for a clarifying shampoo? I am trying to remain cost and chemical free because I spend way too much money on shampoos and conditioners. Can we create our own for our specific hair? I have in the far past used Pantene and Tresemme but I think we need to come out with a line so we can stop spending so much money on styling and maintenance products. #FORUSBYUS
I clarify for the first time and I lovedddd how soft and light my hair was. I used a product called Ion clarifying shampoo. I'm learning more and more how to take care of my 3c hair in the front and 4c hair in the back of my head. Do you recommend trying any other clarifying shampoos?
I clarify once a month like clockwork. I use Trader Joe's Tea Tree Tingle. I used to shampoo with the Shea Moisture Coconut and Hibiscus Shampoo but I didn't feel like my hair was clarified using it. It was soft and it smells great I loved that shampoo (I nearly cried when I gave what was left of it to my sister) but it didn't really clarify for me so I stopped using it since I cowash the rest of the month now.
I am pretty ignorant about caring for myself (dysfunctional childhood). I have a computer now so I can just Google all of my burning question that I didn’t get from adults. So I definitely haven’t even heard of clarifying. I just do the fingernail test. If there isn’t anything in my fingernails when I scratch it, I have successfully cleaned it. I google and saw that baking soda can be used since I am washing my hair today. I’m gonna try and hope that I don’t do anything wrong.
I tried clarifying my hair yesterday afternoon with this shampoo I heard so many people raving about. (Trader Joe'sTea Tree Tingle) WHAT A DISASTER! That stuff made my hair tangle up and matt up so bad. It was as if my hair was locked into one giant dread lock with super glue. After 8 hours of TRYING to unmatt and detangle my hair I ended up chopping off chunks of hair that was totally locked up and matted. That stuff may work for some people, but I will stay far away from it in the future.
+Nappy Fu Thank you for your response back. It helped me to do a technique check. I've since clarified using the Trader Joe's Shampoo and conditioner. I did all of the things you said. I prepooed and let the coconut oil and conditioner sit on my hair with two strand twists. I then did my clarifying wash one two strand twist at a time. It worked great. I think I barely got two minimal tangles at the top of my hair. The only thing I did different from before was to use the two strand twist method and I used the downward strokes you mentioned in the video intead of the crazy way I was used to handle my hair when shampooing. I'm glad I followed your two strand twist advice. I actually do enjoy the cool sensation of the Tea Tree Tingle shampoo and am glad that I can use it. I am now 4 and a half months into my transition. My next adventure will be with Henna. :)
yes girl! love your videos. i need the 5-0 about every two weeks. i use the $3.00 bar of black soap at the beauty supply. used to be cheaper than that but i guess folks dun got hip to my need of it.
i use pantene clarifying co wash and really after week two i need a shampoo...the build up on my scalp is real and as for apple cider vinegar. don't do anythiiingggg omg...
Love the video. I use a cleansing conditioner Deva curl no poo once a week and ACV. But after watching this video I needs the 5-0, lol not the secretary. Nice vid hun
Hello Nappyfu, I just found your videos which I love. I am new to watching these types of video, and see where there is talk f my hair s 4c etc... How do they determine that, so that I can find out what type of hair I have. Thank you for all you do.
I hated APC VINEGAR it dried me out, but I started using Vaseline a SUPER SEALANT my hair loved it.its still puffy and I stays moisturized and I need to start clarifying, any suggestions for a clarifying shampoo for 4b hair?
I don't clarify bcuz I assume it just made the hair dry as bone, after seeing this video I will try clarifying. I think I'm going to try the ACV though bcuz I don't think the products I use are too too heavy.
Thanks for the vid... I am a co wash beliver...and I may wash my hair every 3 to 4 months... ill try somethen new or baking soda...but since you put it like this I may need a clean slate cuz I luv oil n my hair a lot... imma wiggy so that's all I do...
I think you're so cool lol I love your channel. Clarifying is so important for my hair coz my scalp literally itches like after three weeks of co washing, and oils and stuffs that I put in my hair. I have to clarify like once a month at least. But now I use your pre poo method, my hair doesn't feel as dry as it used to. Could you please post something about regrowing edges, and also could you tell me how to lay my 4c edges down coz gel or edge control just don't work😢😓
***** Hi, Im sorry, I just need one clarification. I know its not good for us 4Cs to use shampoos with sulphates but couldnt those also be used as clarifiers since they completely strip the hair and scalp of everything?
Hi, I am a new subscriber to your channel and I love your videos. I also recently started out my natural journey. I do not what products to use, I have a lot a breakage ,and my hair dries out pretty quickly. What would you advise me to do as far as the products and how I should treat my hair?
Hey Nappyfu! You advise the importance of the pre-poo. I'm thinking that pre-poo wouldn't be necessary if I'm going to give myself a clarifying shampoo. Am I right? What's the 411?
I love watching your videos. I am learning and laughing. Hum I believe I have been doing it wrong. I have been using a clarifying conditioner. I used acv mixed in with my greek yogurt. I know Iam a mess. This is why I need you boo. lol
Perhaps it depends on what shampoo you use. Apple cider vinegar helps me to remove some buildup but began doing a salt water rinse once a month for a deeper cleanse.
It depends on what products you use on your hair during the week. If you use silicones, you'll want to use a clarifying shampoo so that your hair is able to receive moisture. (Silicones won't be removed without a clarifying agent and can block your hair from retaining moisture when they build up.)
NappyFu I have never clarified. What your view on the Anti Jackies flaxseed purify me moisturizing Co-wash cleanser, it is good for cleaning the scalp. And how often should one Shampoo and deep condition in a month. I only LCO once in 5 to 7 days . I am low porosity and use light products . for my liquid I use a DIY Rosemary and Thyme with small amount of glycerin, 2 drops, Lavender essential oil and eucalyptus oil, Cream is Chebe shea butter and oil is Grapeseed and Sweet Almond oil.
I am a newbie at being natural. I just made a year in may and I'm not understanding the difference between clarifying and shampooing? Can you explain this to me?
It's been a year for you but for me hhhhmmmmmm I don't know. I don't even know. smh but I don't use butters. However I do use the virgin and my oils and it doesn't look like I have a lot of build up. I've been using my diy black soap since 2016 sometime once a week. I was washing my hair once a month maybe a month and a half before that. I used to do a avc rinse after having braids, or a weave in for a month to a month in a half but I haven't been putting additional hair to my hair for about a year now so it has probably been about a year for me as well since clarifying. I sent you a message on facebook asking for you to do a diy clarifying shampoo since we have recently discovered that acv mixed with bentonite isn't 1. I really hope you'll consider doing this because I love your videos and I swear I was up all night like Jamie Braxton and had me a Nappyfu marathon when I first discovered your channel. Thanks for all of your insight and inspirational quotes that are in the begininnng of your videos. Life :-)
I'm watching a Nappy Fu marathon today. I've been watching all your videos this weekend. Keep up the good work
Thank you!!!
You are wayyyy too underrated for my liking... No shade to the other "gurus" out there but they are way too commercialized, their videos are getting quicker and more UNinformative, and you have something that most of them lack... spunkiness. #Donteverchange #EVER!
No problem! Your personality is so much like mines thats probably why I love your channel, so glad I found you! You are like a goofier version of Jouelzy and I love it! I hope you make it very far in life God Bless :)
3 years later and I second this!
Just so I'm clear because I was missing some steps:
1. Prepoo - Got this down
2. Shampoo - Is this the step with the sulfate free shampoo?
3. Conditioner - What to use?
4. Depp Conditioner - Again what to use?
5. Moisturizing - Got this down
Monthly clarify with a shampoo. What to use?
Thanks!
Sharon Tracey Gale Bey You have to use what best works for your hair. I'm in the guess and check phase myself. I think she's just informing us on the foundation of hair care but we have to learn our hair and figure out what works best for it. Good Luck on your hair journey.
Sharon Tracey Gale Bey
So is this a healthy wash hair routine?
Week One: Co-wash
Week Two: Shampoo
Week Three: Co-wash
Week Four: Clarify
Also really appreciate the LOC video really helped!!!
Thank you hun. If your hair is thriving on the regimen then please keep it up!!
I use Apple cider vinegar to clarify. I also use Dr. Bronner's castile soap. Thanks for sharing! xo
canuckgirl416 you put them together?
I clarify when I think about it and I don't think about it often. I did however clarify this month and the thought came to me, "My hair and scalp feels so clean." I never think that when I co-wash. What I did was put some water in a bowl, mix a little shampoo and poured it on my hair and poured it on the sides and front because that is where it is the driest. I did a quick wash and got it out of my front and sides first then the rest of my head. When I clarify, I do notice that my hair is softer and my curls are more defined even before I put product on my hair. I think I will start clarifying more often.
I my 13 yr old probably needs her natural hair clarified. I have never clarified her hair and now she does have a build up from going to the salon and getting it twisted monthly. Thanks. Glad I found your page.
I use Avalon lemon clarifying. First time I used it my hair was so shiny and beautifully clean. I'm in love
I prepoo with Jamaican black castor oil, I wash every week with Wen cleansing conditioner and once a month I used the KKKC shampoo as a clarifier. I use Natural Oasis products and KKKC to style, and Deva chans Heaven in Hair as a deep conditioner. My hair rarely feels dry with this regimen, if it does I use a QRedew. In the summer it can get to 109 to 114 degrees so I will wash my hair more often when the temp rises.
So enjoying your videos, must say, been feeling my hair and accepting that this is what grows out of my head and it is wonderful. Thank you so much.
I'm going out to get a clarifier TODAY!!!
SOLD
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on clarifying. I am a big co-wash believer. However, I use the As I Am Coconut Cowash instead of a plain conditioner. This does a really good job in cleansing my hair and scalp. I have no visible build-up.
However, I still use the Aubrey Green Tea Clarifying Shampoo about once every month. You are right, it is like pressing that reset button and doing a nice deep cleansing.
I use shea moisture jbco shampoo to clarify
I'm 8 years late for this video! I wish I had of BEEN seen this!!!!!! I LOVE IT HERE!!!
I never clarified before. So let me make sure I have the right steps down. first pre poo, overnight than rinse out than apply the clarifying agent than rinse out.DO I shampoo and condition and deep condition and moisturize as well? I am new to the natural game and I am trying hard not to go back to the creamy crack product(perm/relaxer).
I think shampooing is a must. Especially if you're someone who works out on the regular. I have to wash every third day, at the very least. Co-washing just doesn't get it. Shea Moisture and Carol's Daughter products are great! Your hair is clean without completely stripping moisture from it.
WOW!! i didn't know I had to clarify because I was using the ACV rinse. I will start right away. Thanx NappyFu!!! where would I be without you(probly ballhead LOL)!! but luv gurl and once again thank you!!
I just recently used clarifying shampoo (Trader Joe's Tea Tree Clarifying Shampoo) as well as my regular regimen items (this month TGIN products with Shea Moisture leave-in conditioner and my essential oil mixture). I did notice how different my hair looks and feels but it never dawned on me that because I was start off with a clean slate, the TGIN products I'm utilizing this month was able to penetrate my hair and scalp so much better which in turn allowed my hair to really benefit from the ingredients in the products. Thank you so much for doing this video. It gave me my "DUH, that makes sense" moment, lol.
I use Loreal EverCréme or EverCurl. They are sulphate free and silicon free cleansing conditioners. The difference between these and Wen is that these actually lather slightly (only way to clean is to lather). I use the same method as you where I only clarify my scalp.
Hi, Nappyfu! I have extremely thick type 4 hair and enjoy your videos immensely due to your realism plus great info. During the last year and half, I learned the hard way that clarifying my hair is mandatory every 3-4 weeks. This maintains a healthy scalp and hair due to my active lifestyle. My favorite clarifying shampoo is Tresemme Deep Cleanse, which eliminates buildup without leaving my hair dry / stiff as cardboard. It’s the only clarifier that left my hair soft and manageable afterwards. 😊👊🏽🙌🏾💆🏽♀️💃🏽
I use Paul Mitchell Shampoo Three once per month. My hair loves it. Miss ENTF put me up on it. Thanks for the video!
My hair loves the volume Paul Mitchell one I bought by accident and never looked back it treats my hair no tangles or knots. I use maui I mask as a leave in and Cantu lotion with coconut oil and castor oil. I have to wash my hair every 3 days. I also use baking soda to rinse my head before the shampoo and conditioner.
First, you crack me up! You make it fun to learn. Second, yes I clarify twice a month. I use organigrow products for low porosity hair. I wash twice - once with the clarifying shampoo and once with a moisturizing shampoo. This leaves my hair/scalp super moisturized and clean. Then I follow with deep conditioner.
I'm this dutch man brown skin wife found u on a pop up watching someone else. Thankful for the nappyfu
I love your personality. This was so funny, but true. I clarify as needed which is usually between every 3-4 weeks. I just use a regular clarifying shampoo; nothing specific. I am a shampoo girl and products build up on my hair and scalp if the product even looks at my head. Great video.
Could you use castille soap as a clarifying shampoo??
baking soda and apple cider vinegar. no shade at all because I thought I was too until a month ago. lol my hair looks so different now I'm in shock.
Loreal Evercreme clarifying shampoo is my staple. If not that, I also use bentonite clay as well.
lol@ its not 5-0 its the secretary lol, i use clay masks every now and again i only cowash once a month and shampoo with a sulfate free shampoo once a month depending upon if i have a certain protective style in my hair
Shea moisture JBCO and suave clarifying shampoo
What I use to clarify with is TRESEmme' Naturals with aloe vera and avacado nourishing moisture.. it contains sulfates, but it states it's a lower concentration of it.
Sorry Nappyfu, I just reviewed this video and realized that you began your explanation with stating that you do pre-poo before your clarifying shampoo! Got it!
Currently I'm using Shea Moisture JBCO Strengthen & Grow Shampoo.
u right acv do not help alone I also do my bentonite clay rinse I do this regimen once a month as if I'm doing the max hydration method I do clarify,my co-wash, bentonite clay rinse,my DC, I DC once a week
Thanks Nappy fu . I never clarified before I just shampoo once a month or every 6weeks. But I'm going to start now after seeing your bentonite clay and apple cider vinegar video 😊😊😊
I really have no choice. My scalp isn't one to take too much product build up. I tied cowashing for a couple months and my scalp was so itchy....I would get bumps on my head and everything so to avoid that I regularly shampoo and condition with a deep conditioner homemade or store bought. I use Shea Mositure's Coconut and Hibiscus line (just started it yesterday) and I love it! The shampoo doesn't dry my hair out and the conditioner has something that makes my scalp tingle and not itch as much.
Well I had intended to say that I clarify my hair every few months or more frequently if I go swimming. But apparently what I've been using is Chelating Shampoo, which isn't the same thing exactly. But I will say this it still bursts in like the 5-0 so I can't complain. I've been through many though starting with Garnier (what a waste). Next was Ion hard water shampoo, it was great, but I still had to start washing with distilled water. But my new favorite is jaico k-pak professional chelating shampoo. This truly cleansed my hair not only of product, but Chlorine from my local pool as well. I had been stalling on wash day and it was starting to get obvious and on top of that I had to load my hair with conditioner and oil to protect it from the chlorine, so needless to say the 5-0 had their work cut out for them.
I just have to say: I am SO glad that I found your channel I mean.. you are phenomenal and you def know a doable/great amount about 4c hair and I def appreciate your input and your knowledge.. Thank you =)
It's been over a year since I clarified. I have Shea moisture black soap and As I Am Curl Clarity Shampoo. I'm about to get back to clarifying my hair once a month. my hair thrived when I did.
not entirely sure wat clarifying shampoo means bcoz i use shampoo regularly i have nvr got around cowashing or entirely understand it. I wash with Herbal Essence Nourishing or Moisturizing Shampoo but i just got Tressume's deep cleansing shampoo coz i need a deep cleanse. I hope it works out i have a lot of product build up will deep condition afterwards :)
I use African Black Soap once a month. I CoWash weekly and water rinse daily and I don't use silicones
you should do a demo on the kinky tresses line. I want to see how it works with your hair.
Hey Nappy fu! I love the content you put out, as an upcoming cosmotologist/hair stylist i took to your channel for the properly researched advice that you give.... keep up the amazing work!
In terms of cleansing both my hair & clients hair I almost always reach for either:
1. Design Essentials Oat Protein & Henna Deep Cleansing Shampoo
I am able to detangle various textures including but not limited to 2b-4c hair textures. This shampoo let's me detangle while not over stripping the hair. It's a breeze and DRAMITICALLY cuts down on detangling time.
2. Avlon Keracare 1st Lather Sulfate Free Shampoo. detangles well and removes impurities quite nicely. it doesn't produce a lot of suds but the hair always ends up clean and hair doesn't feel brittle or dry.
I always follow either one of these shampoos with a moisturizing &/or speciality shampoo. I make sure I take this step before a silk press or blowout on natural hair. It really helps clear all the debris out so hair sucks the product right up once I follow up for a special shampoo followed by my deep conditioner.
I make my own African black soap shampoo mix to clarify
Me too. Add essential oils.
Head & Shoulders Menthol Fresh - It makes your scalp cleannnñ
@nappyfu I Love You! I'm new to the natural hair community. I'm new to your channel about 1 week in. I love your content, you do your homework and I love that. I must say watching older vs newer nappyfu and I like cutting nappyfu a lil mo better nevertheless it's all love 😍😘❤❤❤. Keep up the excellent work helping educating advocating and teaching natural hair care
What's the difference between Clarifying and shampooing?
They are the same, the only difference being that clarifying is harsher and strips your hair of all product build up, while regular shampooing only removes most of it.
Omg......... You know, ACV was drying my hair so I stopped using it and I've only been cowashing. I was gonna cleanse with ACV maybe once per month. Looooooooordt this hair journey is just TOO much. I'm trying to go all natural so I'm going to tinker around and make a clarifying shampoo. Siiiiiiiigh........ I got this.
I use the OGX shampoos to clarify, they claim to be moisturizing however strip everything from your hair.
Omg when you said ACV is a light clarifier I was SHOOK. Welp heading to get a clarifier now.
Before I started using ACV I used suave clarifying shampoo.
Shea moisture has a black soap shampoo - I've used it before leaves my hair really dry
I use Alaffia Liquid Black Soap to clarify. Works beautifully. Keeps my hair soft too. The Peppermint or Eucalyptus types are great. Cleans completely and stimulates the scalp. Try it :-)
i am LOVING your videos!!! you are funny and informative. i was scared to clarify because of all the bad things i heard about it. but now i can see that i can pre poo and shampoo. no wonder my daughter's hair was still dirty and dull. i just did co washes for her. new regimen
definitely
Now I've seen videos about making your own black soap shampoo using the actual soap and letting it sit in a bowl over night until it completely dissolves. Would that be good for a clarifying shampoo? I am trying to remain cost and chemical free because I spend way too much money on shampoos and conditioners.
Can we create our own for our specific hair? I have in the far past used Pantene and Tresemme but I think we need to come out with a line so we can stop spending so much money on styling and maintenance products. #FORUSBYUS
I use rhassoul clay mixed with honey olive oil and aloe vera juice
I clarify for the first time and I lovedddd how soft and light my hair was. I used a product called Ion clarifying shampoo. I'm learning more and more how to take care of my 3c hair in the front and 4c hair in the back of my head. Do you recommend trying any other clarifying shampoos?
I clarify once a month like clockwork. I use Trader Joe's Tea Tree Tingle. I used to shampoo with the Shea Moisture Coconut and Hibiscus Shampoo but I didn't feel like my hair was clarified using it. It was soft and it smells great I loved that shampoo (I nearly cried when I gave what was left of it to my sister) but it didn't really clarify for me so I stopped using it since I cowash the rest of the month now.
I am pretty ignorant about caring for myself (dysfunctional childhood). I have a computer now so I can just Google all of my burning question that I didn’t get from adults. So I definitely haven’t even heard of clarifying. I just do the fingernail test. If there isn’t anything in my fingernails when I scratch it, I have successfully cleaned it. I google and saw that baking soda can be used since I am washing my hair today. I’m gonna try and hope that I don’t do anything wrong.
Is a clarifying shampoo basically a sulphate shampoo?
I do acv in a spray bottle half acv half water I saturate my scalp an hair massage put a plastic cap sit an hour
What shampoo do you recommend for clarifying
I tried clarifying my hair yesterday afternoon with this shampoo I heard so many people raving about. (Trader Joe'sTea Tree Tingle) WHAT A DISASTER! That stuff made my hair tangle up and matt up so bad. It was as if my hair was locked into one giant dread lock with super glue. After 8 hours of TRYING to unmatt and detangle my hair I ended up chopping off chunks of hair that was totally locked up and matted. That stuff may work for some people, but I will stay far away from it in the future.
+Nappy Fu Thank you for your response back. It helped me to do a technique check. I've since clarified using the Trader Joe's Shampoo and conditioner. I did all of the things you said. I prepooed and let the coconut oil and conditioner sit on my hair with two strand twists. I then did my clarifying wash one two strand twist at a time. It worked great. I think I barely got two minimal tangles at the top of my hair. The only thing I did different from before was to use the two strand twist method and I used the downward strokes you mentioned in the video intead of the crazy way I was used to handle my hair when shampooing. I'm glad I followed your two strand twist advice. I actually do enjoy the cool sensation of the Tea Tree Tingle shampoo and am glad that I can use it. I am now 4 and a half months into my transition. My next adventure will be with Henna. :)
I use mositure shampoo tremsee forgive for the spelling love your videos!!
yes girl! love your videos. i need the 5-0 about every two weeks. i use the $3.00 bar of black soap at the beauty supply. used to be cheaper than that but i guess folks dun got hip to my need of it.
I use bentonite clay mixed with apple cider vinegar
I use a regular shampoo. I'm trying to do it like once a month. the rest of the month I use a sulfate free shampoo
i use pantene clarifying co wash and really after week two i need a shampoo...the build up on my scalp is real and as for apple cider vinegar. don't do anythiiingggg omg...
Love the video. I use a cleansing conditioner Deva curl no poo once a week and ACV. But after watching this video I needs the 5-0, lol not the secretary. Nice vid hun
My hair is in Braids and I plan on doing an ACE rinse when I take it out and deep conditioning
is baking soda a good clarifier? is followup with an ACV ok to use after using the baking soda?
I Love Your Videos Girl You Teach Me A Lot That I Think I Know About My Hair and Don't Know Thanks For The Info 😀
Hello Nappyfu, I just found your videos which I love. I am new to watching these types of video, and see where there is talk f my hair s 4c etc... How do they determine that, so that I can find out what type of hair I have. Thank you for all you do.
lol @ ACV being the secretary and not the 5-0.
I hated APC VINEGAR it dried me out, but I started using Vaseline a SUPER SEALANT my hair loved it.its still puffy and I stays moisturized and I need to start clarifying, any suggestions for a clarifying shampoo for 4b hair?
hey nappy fu!!! I am a lady that has never clarify. I wont just as yet( hopefully soon) as I have not found out my regiment
I don't clarify bcuz I assume it just made the hair dry as bone, after seeing this video I will try clarifying. I think I'm going to try the ACV though bcuz I don't think the products I use are too too heavy.
Hi Nappy Fu my neighbor & I love ur videos! What do recommend in addition to Black Soap as a clarifying shampoo? Ty
So I'm no longer loose natural, I have sisterlocks... But I still enjoy watching you, Lol
Thanks for the vid... I am a co wash beliver...and I may wash my hair every 3 to 4 months... ill try somethen new or baking soda...but since you put it like this I may need a clean slate cuz I luv oil n my hair a lot... imma wiggy so that's all I do...
What's the difference between a clarifying shampoo or a shampoo like Giovanni's or Trader Joe's Tea Tree Shampoo?
I think you're so cool lol I love your channel. Clarifying is so important for my hair coz my scalp literally itches like after three weeks of co washing, and oils and stuffs that I put in my hair. I have to clarify like once a month at least. But now I use your pre poo method, my hair doesn't feel as dry as it used to. Could you please post something about regrowing edges, and also could you tell me how to lay my 4c edges down coz gel or edge control just don't work😢😓
I use shea moisture's raw shea butter shampoo and their coconut & hibiscus shampoos. Are they considered clarifiers since they're sulfate free?
***** Hi, Im sorry, I just need one clarification. I know its not good for us 4Cs to use shampoos with sulphates but couldnt those also be used as clarifiers since they completely strip the hair and scalp of everything?
***** ok. Thanks. I used to use sulphates once in a while but i'll look for black soap on Amazon so I can do it more often
No, I don't clarify. I would like to because I have had some of the scenarios mentioned. What would you suggest for my first time? Trish
black soap. love your videos
if not apple cider vinegar. what should I use for a clarifier?
You are fantastic, I think I have to go pick my pop corns, I never clarified my hair! So wish products I can use? I' ll started ASAP thank uuuuu
Hi, I am a new subscriber to your channel and I love your videos. I also recently started out my natural journey. I do not what products to use, I have a lot a breakage ,and my hair dries out pretty quickly. What would you advise me to do as far as the products and how I should treat my hair?
Thank you so much!!! Do you use a deep conditioner?
Very informative, entertaining, and exactly what I needed. Thank you for sharing :)
Hey Nappyfu! You advise the importance of the pre-poo. I'm thinking that pre-poo wouldn't be necessary if I'm going to give myself a clarifying shampoo. Am I right? What's the 411?
Im really new to all of this... is hair clarifying the same as shampoo?
Hey Nappyfu! Do you have any DIY clarifying methods?
@Nappyfu do you still use this brand for clarifying your hair? if not can you give us a update on what you use to clarify? thank you
I love watching your videos. I am learning and laughing. Hum I believe I have been doing it wrong. I have been using a clarifying conditioner. I used acv mixed in with my greek yogurt. I know Iam a mess. This is why I need you boo. lol
Thank you for the clarification. I will use them separately and yes, we don't like to waste product.
"It's not the 5-0, it's the secretary" lol Wow, I could've sworn AV was the clarifiers of all clarifiers #learnsomethingnew #goodtip
I will start clarifying as soon as I find a clarifying product. I'm a BSS girl, any recommendations?
ion clarifying shampoo
What If I shampoo every weekend, do I still need to clarify?
Iyda Michael I was wondering the same thing
Perhaps it depends on what shampoo you use. Apple cider vinegar helps me to remove some buildup but began doing a salt water rinse once a month for a deeper cleanse.
It depends on what products you use on your hair during the week. If you use silicones, you'll want to use a clarifying shampoo so that your hair is able to receive moisture. (Silicones won't be removed without a clarifying agent and can block your hair from retaining moisture when they build up.)
NappyFu I have never clarified. What your view on the Anti Jackies flaxseed purify me moisturizing Co-wash cleanser, it is good for cleaning the scalp. And how often should one Shampoo and deep condition in a month. I only LCO once in 5 to 7 days . I am low porosity and use light products . for my liquid I use a DIY Rosemary and Thyme with small amount of glycerin, 2 drops, Lavender essential oil and eucalyptus oil, Cream is Chebe shea butter and oil is Grapeseed and Sweet Almond oil.
GREAT video!! I use Trader Joe's Nourish Spa
I am a newbie at being natural. I just made a
year in may and I'm not understanding the difference between clarifying and shampooing? Can you explain this to me?
It's been a year for you but for me hhhhmmmmmm I don't know. I don't even know. smh but I don't use butters. However I do use the virgin and my oils and it doesn't look like I have a lot of build up. I've been using my diy black soap since 2016 sometime once a week. I was washing my hair once a month maybe a month and a half before that. I used to do a avc rinse after having braids, or a weave in for a month to a month in a half but I haven't been putting additional hair to my hair for about a year now so it has probably been about a year for me as well since clarifying. I sent you a message on facebook asking for you to do a diy clarifying shampoo since we have recently discovered that acv mixed with bentonite isn't 1. I really hope you'll consider doing this because I love your videos and I swear I was up all night like Jamie Braxton and had me a Nappyfu marathon when I first discovered your channel. Thanks for all of your insight and inspirational quotes that are in the begininnng of your videos. Life :-)
Hey Nappyfu; do I still need to clarify if I shampoo every week?
In my opinion I wouldnt.