The Max Hydration Method for Type 4 Natural Hair & Low Porosity Hair | Amazing Curl Definition

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  • Опубликовано: 23 ноя 2024

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  • @IydaChristopher
    @IydaChristopher  5 лет назад +58

    Happy Mother's Day to all the mothers! :) I hope you all enjoy your day and the rest of the weekend! :) Let me know in the comments if you have ever tried the MHM and/or what your thoughts are on it! Take care for now!

    • @hellokittied
      @hellokittied 4 года назад

      how often do you do it?

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      @andrewkarsyn3991 3 года назад

      @Wilder Henry instablaster :)

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      @wilderhenry3476 3 года назад

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    • @wilderhenry3476
      @wilderhenry3476 3 года назад

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      Thanks so much, you saved my account !

  • @arielgraham6995
    @arielgraham6995 4 года назад +76

    Best thing I’ve ever tried. Took forever but I have never seen curls before no matter how much i moisturized. It was so worth it.

    • @queenbronx3153
      @queenbronx3153 4 года назад +2

      How long did it take before you got results

  • @Shaladash
    @Shaladash 5 лет назад +102

    My hair is low porosity and about two years ago I maintained a constant routine that made my colored treated hair grow like crazy or maybe it just retained more length.. I’m not sure but my hair was definitely long, think, healthy and moisturized! Literally every week I would do one or two of the treatments listed below.
    Hot oil treatment: under the dryer
    Glycerin, coconut oil, castor oil and almond oil
    Protein treatment - under the dryer
    Honey, mayo,eggs and alma powder. (Sometimes I’d also use henna and avocado and banana)
    Mask treatment - under the dryer
    Bentonite clay and I think I used either water or acv. 😅 I can’t remember
    Greenhouse treatment - every two weeks
    Just putting oils in my hair, a shower cap with lots of bags and wrapped a scarf around my head. I would literally be in class with my hair in treatment but nobody knew.. 😂😂😂 except for the occasional oil drip down my face.
    How I moisturized my hair:
    Shea butter
    Coconut oil
    Aloe Vera plant
    Cantu leave in conditioner
    I tried making my own flaxseed gel but I didn’t like the way my hair felt after it dried.
    Unfortunately I ended up dying my hair myself which damage it and I chopped it all off. Next time I won’t be cheap and go back to the salon. Hopefully the treatments above will help someone.
    Hair type: 4c and 4b in some sections
    Porosity: mostly low

    • @niksmi22
      @niksmi22 5 лет назад

      ashley dunbar thank you!!

    • @hershekissed
      @hershekissed 3 года назад +3

      This works! But you can shorten the routine: Cowash to wet for clay mask, protein conditioner (ors or aphogee), conditioning mask, coconut oil while you blow dry. Less than $50 in product that lasts months

    • @kvshy
      @kvshy 2 года назад

      What product do you think made your hair thrive the most ?

  • @zhanazhana1001
    @zhanazhana1001 5 лет назад +212

    Whew Chile this ain’t it for me. I barely wanna detangle and cowash every other day.

  • @biellaspointofview2054
    @biellaspointofview2054 5 лет назад +151

    Lord have mercy, I cannot! : (. I'm too lazy to do all these steps everyday or even every 2-3 days. Good luck to y'all that try it.

    • @IydaChristopher
      @IydaChristopher  5 лет назад +4

      BiellasPointofView 😂😂😂😂😂

    • @canadianhaitian
      @canadianhaitian 5 лет назад

      Lol same

    • @olliesexplorations9532
      @olliesexplorations9532 5 лет назад +10

      I feel the same way. I’m so not a hair person. I think I got 4c hair by accident.

    • @a_noelles
      @a_noelles 5 лет назад +2

      @@olliesexplorations9532 😆 by accident huh?

    • @arielgraham6995
      @arielgraham6995 4 года назад +1

      I tried it and it was sooo worth it 😍 took forever though lol

  • @jordannmya2777
    @jordannmya2777 4 года назад +11

    You probably saved my life. I was getting ready to do this completely wrong. Thank you so much.

  • @AmandaD33
    @AmandaD33 5 лет назад +21

    I used to watch her videos about four years ago and I tried the Cherry Lola treatment but unfortunately I wasn't consistent. It was very cleansing and very moisturizing

  • @nikkij_2383
    @nikkij_2383 5 лет назад +15

    OMG, the cons out weigh the pros. I am a 4b/c girl and definitely struggle with moisture and length retention. But this is just way to time consuming, thanks for sharing! Btw your hair and makeup look absolutely beautiful!

  • @wannabe41
    @wannabe41 5 лет назад +50

    I am deathly afraid of using baking soda on my hair because of its ph. I have seen several modifications of this method that don't include baking soda, but the time commitment is also a major deterrent for me. As others have mentioned, hydration can increase with more frequent cowashing. Perhaps a regimen of frequent cowashing, regular clarifying and frequent deep conditioning could help achieve maximum hydration.

    • @kalenaglory2483
      @kalenaglory2483 5 лет назад +14

      Katherine Miller Youre right to be afraid! This MHM damaged my hair! I had to BIG CHOP! I truly believe it was the BAKING SODA!

    • @kiandrapinkstonfelix
      @kiandrapinkstonfelix 5 лет назад +5

      Katherine Miller I would use the swaps she mentioned above to avoid baking soda, also you can just leave it out.

    • @tressicaaugustei6324
      @tressicaaugustei6324 5 лет назад

      Katherine Miller and

    • @popcornlover722
      @popcornlover722 4 года назад +4

      baking soda and clay should never be in hair period. I'm not sure why so many youtubers are out here spreading this BS... it makes zero sense. Water is the only thing that hydrates the hair and avoiding heavy products that block out the moisture(aka water) from penetrating the hair shaft is what gets hair hydrated.

  • @cnorkismet
    @cnorkismet 5 лет назад +14

    This is like the most thorough and detailed video of MHM I’ve seen, thank you! I barely understood what it was before but I saw a few others do it. And even then, they didn’t really explain why what was done or why something is needed as well as you did! I don’t know if I can commit to this. Doing it once sounds exhausting but do-able, but for a month or two....IDK LOL.

  • @Cocochantelle
    @Cocochantelle 4 года назад +2

    Going to try this. My hair has been dry because I’ve been neglecting it and my favorite leave in I moisturize with has been discontinued. I like that you explain everything thoroughly!

    • @popcornlover722
      @popcornlover722 4 года назад +1

      please don't do this to your hair, the PH of baking soda is so extreme it'll break off your hair, there's a reason why baking soda is used as a household cleaning ingredient

  • @southernstar6385
    @southernstar6385 5 лет назад +2

    I have been planning to try this for a while.. I think I will go for it this summer! I am a try it all once type of natural 😂 methods I've tried out of boredom: inversion method, ky jelly, mayo eggs and honey, prepoo, handheld steamer, acv rinse.. I am determined to try this. U gotta make the time to ask your hair what she needs and she will reward you. I am so inspired by your channel! Please continue ❤️

  • @shaliyah2672
    @shaliyah2672 5 лет назад +1

    I've been using this method, but i skip steps one and two. so pretty much what i do is rinse my hair with water, then the clay mask, then oil, then the diluted leave in, then the gel. I've learned that you cannot leave out the gel when starting off. (someone said after a while you won't need the gel) but i recommend doing it until fully hydrated. Also, make sure your gel is all natural. I use TGIH's brand of gel, do not use eco styling gel. You have to be picky about which gel you use because otherwise, your hair will shed dramatically. you will see results after 2 days, but of course, it looks better the longer you do it. I like this method.

  • @MrsVainmane
    @MrsVainmane 5 лет назад +3

    EXCELLENT, EXCELLENT video!!! 🙌🏾🎉 I've watch over 50 videos on this method over the past hmmm...I'll say 5 years (and nothing as detailed as this with OPTIONS & I am excited!); I've tried modified versions with 'some' good results, but not ideal and that's on me because I absolutely REFUSE to apply baking soda to my hair simply because of its abrasive properties. I also don't use ACV, I use white vinegar and STILL achieved good results, the smell of ACV was just TOO much for me to bear & white vinegar is more tolerable to me smell-wise. But now with the new knowledge of Castile soap versus baking soda, this may be a game changer for me, I will of course do a skin test first, if my skin tolerates it (I have VERY sensitive skin) then it will be a go👍🏾 for me. Also I'm DO NOT and WILL NOT do ALL that detangling that's wayyyy too much manipulation, I don't detangle until I apply the clay mask and that worked well for me, I simply apply product to my hair and allow it to clump how it feels. I'm off for the next 5 days so this fell right in place for me. I MAY do this everyday for the next 5 days because I'm off, because I'm not about that daily wash life or sleeping with wet hair either, Once I go back to work it may be every 3 days that's just more realistic to me and besides I'm not in a rush, it'll come when it will come. 😊🙂Thx soooo much; I will definitely have to come back and do an update as to how well it works. I remember how popping my curls were with the clay when I was using it on a regular basis and then I fell off and moved on to the next shiny thing, but I'm back on the MHM train☺️😁👍🏾 for now anyway 😂😆😂 #NOBAKINGSODA #NODAILYWASHING #DETANGLING1TIMEONLY

  • @janaj2748
    @janaj2748 5 лет назад +2

    You are so pretty and your hair is gorgeous! I’m so glad I found you! My daughter has hair EXACTLY like yours ( porosity, density, curl pattern, length, etc. ) and I’ve been struggling to find an exact method that works for her, bc of all the different videos on different porosities and hair types, and now FINALLY I’ve found what works! Thank you, thank you, thank you! I’ve been binge watching your videos all day haha! 😘

  • @DrinkwaterMindurbznz
    @DrinkwaterMindurbznz 5 лет назад +15

    I do a modified MHM: bi-weekly clarifying shampoo, deep condition with heat, leave in, creme, seal with gel.
    (Pre-poo & protein treatment monthly.) Bi-weekly moisturizing shampoo, moisturizing conditioner, LCO.

  • @ladawn26
    @ladawn26 5 лет назад +3

    This sounds amazing but the way I workout though.... and this seems extremely time consuming! 🤦🏽‍♀️ bless your patience! 💕

  • @beaubeauknows3620
    @beaubeauknows3620 5 лет назад +3

    Your reviews are so thorough! Ppl talk about how amazing this is but dont touch on the drawbacks w/ using thr baking soda. I wonder if the founder of this method experienced issues.

  • @LifeInTheSunshine
    @LifeInTheSunshine 5 лет назад +18

    I have always had the driest hair, so the MHM intrigued me years ago. My doesn't tolerate baking soda (learned the hard way), so I did a modified version. I did daily wngs and rhassoul clay treaments for one week. My hair was super defined and moisturized. I never thought to use castille soap in place of baking soda. May have to revisit this this Summer. Thanks for the breakdown and tips!

    • @jhambrick27
      @jhambrick27 5 лет назад +3

      TheHixMixTV Thank you for sharing. I am also thinking of trying daily co washes for a week or two...did you also do the clay treatments daily during that time?

    • @IydaChristopher
      @IydaChristopher  5 лет назад +3

      Thanks for sharing!! And let me know how it goes!

    • @LifeInTheSunshine
      @LifeInTheSunshine 5 лет назад +3

      @@jhambrick27 Sure! Yes, I used clarifying shampoo on the first day, after that clay washes (like Teressentials), then used Kinky Curly Custard and Knot Today leave-in. These days I would use a more moisturizing leave-in by Miche Beauty. Hope this helps!

    • @jhambrick27
      @jhambrick27 5 лет назад +3

      Thank you

  • @Period-mw8fw
    @Period-mw8fw 5 лет назад +5

    Good vidoe.....I heard that baking sode is a natural perm/relaxer and too much will break ur hair off jus like a relaxer I do this method w/o baking soda still affective and using good oils on ur scalp

  • @DanniMarie26
    @DanniMarie26 5 лет назад +1

    I don’t remember if you specified or not, but if cherry lola treatment is done make sure to skip step 1 or the clarifying step. VERY IMPORTANT!!!

  • @babeedoll64
    @babeedoll64 4 года назад

    I like the way you curated this video with the steps written out as well. Thank you😘

  • @jeanamari4_7
    @jeanamari4_7 4 года назад +1

    Great video, very informative. Like many have said, it appears time consuming to do everyday - even every 3 days (especially when you work a full time job and have a family). I’m thinking this is a guide to what can be used on your hair to achieve maximum moisture. I did a ‘version’ today, starting at 12 something and finishing around 5:30. I didn’t do it step by step nor did I use every ingredient mentioned. Currently (my hair is 80% dry) my curls are popping but the true results will be after it dries seeing how I struggle with puffy roots. Will check back 😉.

  • @kristenharris8655
    @kristenharris8655 5 лет назад +4

    Skip all that and shingle your freshly washed hair in small sections using Kinky Curly gel. Shingle in more gel the next day if your hair soaks it up the first day. Beware though, the gel does not mix well with many products. I've been shingling my hair for 2 years with just the gel and a light leave in spray conditioner. My hair and my curls love it!

    • @elizabethj8130
      @elizabethj8130 5 лет назад +2

      Kristen Harris I got contact dermatitis from this product due to the glycerin. My skin has never recovered; my back is black and my neck is flaky . It’s not for everyone.

  • @tanicrossify
    @tanicrossify 5 лет назад +30

    That's too much even to do it weekly! I just felt tired by all these steps! 🙄😂

    • @IydaChristopher
      @IydaChristopher  5 лет назад +6

      Sycanie Tanisha I felt tired even talking about them all 😩🤣

  • @teraj8931
    @teraj8931 5 лет назад +29

    Nuh uh...I don’t think so sis lol baking soda? The way my hair is set up 🤔 all the best to those who try it 😂

  • @jemts5586
    @jemts5586 5 лет назад +6

    I've never tried the MHM, but am curious... Might try it this summer. I do wonder how realistic it is to reap those benefits over the long term though.

    • @IydaChristopher
      @IydaChristopher  5 лет назад +3

      Jem TS I think it’s easier to maintain moisturized hair after your have reached maximum hydration!

  • @pwadewatkins5168
    @pwadewatkins5168 5 лет назад

    I have not always had low porosity hair. I have curl definition, I would like my hair to retain moisture for more than 1 day. I may try some of these like earlier comments this is a lot.

  • @janiurlyndelacruz5687
    @janiurlyndelacruz5687 5 лет назад +3

    I wanna try this but without baking soda !! I’ll never put tht on my hair

  • @CJ-wm4ij
    @CJ-wm4ij 4 года назад +1

    Thank you for this in depth and easy to understand video!!!!

  • @sibria
    @sibria 5 лет назад +35

    That’s really time consuming to do it every 2-3 days! every 6 days sounds better

    • @IydaChristopher
      @IydaChristopher  5 лет назад +9

      sibria yes some people do it weekly! I think it will just take a bit longer to achieve max hydration but you still can!

  • @SimplySubrena
    @SimplySubrena 5 лет назад +1

    I’m thinking of trying this. This was really helpful

  • @Godsanointed08
    @Godsanointed08 4 года назад +1

    Doesn’t baking soda change your curl pattern anyway sort of like a natural perm?

  • @QueenLee91
    @QueenLee91 4 года назад +2

    Cant find molasses!! Can I do the treatment without it?? Help!!!

  • @sirizevach4449
    @sirizevach4449 3 года назад

    Do you start this on clean washed hair?? Also do you start step one next day from day 1 pre step? Or is this all in 1 day?

  • @DM-yt5pt
    @DM-yt5pt 3 года назад

    I'm working on it!! But then what after day 7? 🤔. I love to see the curl definition 😍. On my 2nd try, I used a different product and saw residue... what would that mean? Incorrect ingredients??

  • @J3anie
    @J3anie 5 лет назад

    If you complete the max hydration method and continue with your normal hair routine will the results from the MHM last? Will your curl pattern remain defined with the upkeep or will it revert?

  • @Cantetinza17
    @Cantetinza17 5 лет назад +1

    I tried it. And I couldn't get past day 2. I have such a full day that time wise and plus how long it takes for my hair to dry it just wasn't for me.

  • @amiebatchelor1594
    @amiebatchelor1594 4 года назад

    New to this but loving this educational video, thank you

  • @puregem88
    @puregem88 4 года назад

    Enjoying your videos but im bit confused..You first said earlier in the video to do the conditioning before the clay mask but later you said that its important to do a deep condition after bentonite clay hair mask. But earlier you said just put a leave in after the bentonite??

  • @yadayada4690
    @yadayada4690 4 года назад

    Definitely going to try this !

  • @damnthatsamberr
    @damnthatsamberr 4 года назад

    I’m a little confused .. so you only do the cherry Lola treatment on the first day ??

  • @sweetstuff55
    @sweetstuff55 4 года назад

    EVERY DAY??? damn lol imma try it once first lol thanks for the video and screenshot friendly info :)

  • @UNEPIC9000
    @UNEPIC9000 5 лет назад +2

    Cherry Lola is truth ...

  • @hey-ey6bl
    @hey-ey6bl 5 лет назад

    I heard this method helps your hair grow faster because it kinds stretches the hair out and allows the sebum to go down the hair shaft. It needs some modifications to be better because certain ingredients are too harsh. CurlMix products can do the same thing without manipulating pH. It's a really pretty look though, just like kinky curly hair extensions.

  • @amarie1852
    @amarie1852 5 лет назад +1

    I find that a good routine every 3 days will max hydrate your hair over time. Mine is an:
    -oil prepoo (overnight)
    -coconut milk and lemon mask
    -cleanse
    -deep conditioner
    -style
    My curls enhance and clump even w every wash day . My girls are slowly turning into waves

  • @xoarikee
    @xoarikee 4 года назад +1

    do you need the cherry lola

  • @ChideraStephen
    @ChideraStephen 5 лет назад +2

    My hair is coarseeee

  • @michelleelizabeth797
    @michelleelizabeth797 5 лет назад +10

    You gotta have a lot of time on your hands to try this , and also you have to do it for 7 days! sounds ok but I prefer something simpler

    • @IydaChristopher
      @IydaChristopher  5 лет назад +3

      Michelle Joseph yes your right! Wayyyyy too many steps! 😩

  • @NaturalRoseKendall
    @NaturalRoseKendall 5 лет назад +1

    Thanks for sharing pretty, new subbie

  • @WarriorPrincess615
    @WarriorPrincess615 3 года назад

    How do you know when you've reached maximum hydration?

  • @marisummerss
    @marisummerss 4 года назад

    My front is damaged and won't curl will this help ?

  • @kalenaglory2483
    @kalenaglory2483 5 лет назад +71

    Try this method at your own risk! It damaged my hair! Baking Soda on my hair is a fat NO!

    • @MadeByGod1973
      @MadeByGod1973 4 года назад +6

      You must have high porosity hair. Your cuticles are already somewhat open. This is if you have low porosity hair.

    • @niyasworld4538
      @niyasworld4538 4 года назад +1

      MadeByGod1973 what if you have normal porosity hair ?

    • @kandydouglas2082
      @kandydouglas2082 4 года назад +3

      @@niyasworld4538 then you most likely don't need this kind of method. You probably just need to deep condition with a little heat.

    • @Lifeofamogul
      @Lifeofamogul 4 года назад

      You must not have low porosity hair lol

  • @hellokittied
    @hellokittied 4 года назад +1

    *how often you do it?*

  • @amiera1233
    @amiera1233 5 лет назад +2

    Can I do this every week instead?

  • @janiurlyndelacruz5687
    @janiurlyndelacruz5687 5 лет назад +1

    Did she skip some steps or did she not show them ?

  • @kierrahouston5412
    @kierrahouston5412 3 года назад +5

    JESUS IS COMING SOON! GOD BLESS EVERYONE! REPENT! BE PREPARED! BE READY! I love you all
    🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

  • @stargazer1835
    @stargazer1835 4 года назад +2

    Just subbed. Stay by The Most High!!!

  • @valeriamonice
    @valeriamonice 5 лет назад +23

    Hell nah

  • @daisyflower1545
    @daisyflower1545 5 лет назад +30

    I saw baking soda and I'm like no lol.
    Not for me. Way too many steps, I'll stick with my frizzy hair lol

  • @calebarcalebarcalebar891
    @calebarcalebarcalebar891 5 лет назад +6

    ALL THESE STEPS HAVE PUT ME OFF. I like To keep it SIMPLE. GOT KIDS AND A JOB NOT TIME. I JUST DRINK LOT OF WATER , HYDRATE MY HAIR EVERY 2 days with ALOE VERA JUICE .

  • @Linkfirehood
    @Linkfirehood 4 года назад

    I have 3c 4a hair does that matter?

  • @liltiaxx9941
    @liltiaxx9941 5 лет назад +1

    How did you retain length with wash n Gos ?

    • @IydaChristopher
      @IydaChristopher  5 лет назад +1

      Tiera Price wash n gos provide my hair with so much more moisture!

    • @JuicyRussianMartini
      @JuicyRussianMartini 5 лет назад +2

      Gel! I have a mixture of 3c,4a,4b with my coarsest texture at my crown and with puffy roots and low porosity yay me right? I do lco and then my styler and gel. The gel is key I use manechoice biotin or wet line xtreme gel with the prayer hands method for max length. Shingling for a mix of definition and length. Hope this helps you.

  • @BeautifulBond
    @BeautifulBond 5 лет назад +2

    Hey love! Do you use heat with the MHM?

    • @IydaChristopher
      @IydaChristopher  5 лет назад +2

      BeautifulBond no just the baggy method! Heat from your scalp!

  • @pamelalovesboundaries
    @pamelalovesboundaries 5 лет назад +32

    30 days?!? That's ridiculous. I believe our hair is this texture for a reason. God the Universe whatever but 30 days of a 5 step process plus continuing this? Ummm...no. Nice try. Love you videos.

    • @thejenniferc
      @thejenniferc 3 года назад

      100% correct. Everything has a reason. The reason some people have dry, undefined curls and coils is that they have not properly cared for their hair. Hair which has suffered from ineffective "treatment" for so long that it could take 30 days or more to restore its moisture and luster. After that happens such intensive care is not necessary.
      No different from any other detox or rehabilitation. Cleanse for a fresh start then add only what offers nutrition to see positive results.

  • @MyeshaB
    @MyeshaB 5 лет назад +1

    Look up dubaidee4c videos she modified the method and it’s much gentler on the hair. She even did several makeovers on women with 4c hair to prove it works👍🏾

  • @rainbeauxunicorn5237
    @rainbeauxunicorn5237 2 года назад

    Pinkecube and MsDeeKay are not the same person.

  • @sabrinaclarkkent8660
    @sabrinaclarkkent8660 5 лет назад +1

    Everything old is new again lol I used to want to follow through with all these dern steps but like someone else said it’s tew much

  • @thetruthhurts9220
    @thetruthhurts9220 4 года назад +1

    This method screams over manipulation and mechanical hair damage.

  • @wassupg3037
    @wassupg3037 5 лет назад +1

    I have thick curly, low porosity hair and ion neva heard of putting baking soda in your hair; too clean corrosion arnd my cables on 🚘 battery YES; but hell nawl on hair...Sweetie jus mist you hair every other day plzz..🤦🏾‍♀️

  • @miniminott48
    @miniminott48 5 лет назад +9

    This obsession with curl definition is just ridiculous.

    • @apara2005
      @apara2005 4 года назад

      YES!!!! It's beautiful and all, but so is my undefined frizzy afro 🤷🏾‍♀️

  • @guillerminamangue2956
    @guillerminamangue2956 5 лет назад

    lyda please write you ingredients in your description stop marking your vídeos too long and all your vídeos you talk much why?

    • @toi3761
      @toi3761 5 лет назад +11

      It's under 8 minutes. You're not that busy.

  • @siobhanelouise
    @siobhanelouise 2 года назад

    Doing it now watching your vid it's fantastic! Thanks sis!