I have not been to a hair dresser/stylist in over 20 years. I have never met a stylist that treated my hair as well as I can. I do not trust anyone in my hair other than myself. I have shared on here before that I re-started my haircare journey in April 2023. My hair has grown from shoulder length to almost waist length in that short time and my hair is healthier than it has ever been in my life. I did one trim in April 2023. Then I dust my ends every 8 weeks to keep my ends healthy. As long as my ends are healthy, I do not see the need for anymore trims.👍
Notice how the stylist isolated the nape area and cut it separately. Trust me if it was a regular stylist, they would have wanted to hack off ALL her hair to the shorter length of the nape hair. They would have wrongly assumed that all her hair is breaking! And this is why just doing the white background and just cutting all the hair straight across is not always the right solution. It's why I don't trust a lot of hairstylists with my hair either.
Your hair is so full and thick, you don't even notice that the back is shorter. I trim my hair every 3 months also. That works for my hair. Good luck on your journey. You're hair is going to grow in so fast!!!!
I agree with you 100%, that the health of the hair is more important than the length. My hair journey has had its ups and downs. And at one time I was only focus on the length. Now I realize healthy hair will get you to the length you want much quicker and it will retain the length. 👍🏽🤗
Hello Mya you are correct we know our hair.That’s wonderful you connected with your old stylist.That’s great she only trimmed what needed to be trimmed.Your hair looks lovely.💜
Yes, I KNOW MY HAIR...as of February 2024, I have sworn to never let another hairdresser touch my hair. I had full thick, natural 3C hair that my hairdresser decided to ruin by running chemical through it, pretending it was conditioner. I let her know I would never return again. My main regret is not taking care of my own hair all along the last three years, which would have saved me $$$$, and not terminating her services before she decided to get "brand new". I've ordered my first Chebe Butter and am very impressed. I have to grow out the damaged chemical and gradually cut off. Feeling empowered, richer, and look forward to my beautiful, full, healthy head of hair again.... I LOVE yours. Gorgeous.
@@anonymousgirl799That was low down! That reminded me of when I had a jheri curl(80s) and my hair had grown down to my shoulders and was nice and thick. I went in for a touch up. My hairstylist decided I needed a trim(she cut it). When it came time to put the product in, she put relaxer on my hair. My hair started coming out in clumps and I had to shave and start over. I went to another stylist got a trim and told her my negative experience with stylists being scissor happy. How about she CUT all the hair in the back of my hair into a taper like the old Halle Berry style! Without my permission or knowledge until it was too late to not let her finish it. That was over 20 years ago. I’ve NEVER gone to another stylist again! My hair is flourishing under my own care. I wish you a full lion’s mane at the end of your journey.
I appreciate all that you are sharing on your journey. Ladies I shared this before but since the bonnet was mentioned...please turn the bonnet inside out. No elastic against your head. Also please keep these bonnets clean. Wash and drip dry. When you wash your hair definitely use a fresh bonnet.
Thank you so much for sharing your journey. I incorporated some of your techniques and some from the African Hair God, and my hair is shedding less. Thank you ❤
The chebe really did its thing! I have a nape issue, mine was due to ill health my nape looked like I had shave it. Slowly but sure it is coming back I treat it totally different to the rest of my hair and separate it when I wash and braid it. I stopped oiling my scalp it was causing me issues my scalp would itch, it was sore or I'd get pimples on it. Since stop oiling my scalp is fine it's never dry and it doesn't flake. I still oil my hair just not my scalp my hair is flourishing and coupled with washing it every week or every two weeks. One thing I will worn you against is the coconut please do not use it on your scalp or hair it is number 4 on the comedogenic scale and will block your pores and can give you scalp issues. Leave the coconut oil for cooking.
@@LivingInTheShade Hello! The Chebe has been working wonderfully! Keeping the nape area separate will be important and I am excited to see the progress. I am so glad you have found a solution and I am happy your health is getting better. Oh no ! Lol coconut oil and I are not friends. I learned this the hard way it literally sat in my hair. I don’t believe I said coconut oil , but I also believe I am allergic to sweet almond oil.
@@KlassicallyKept Coconut oil made my hair stiff and rough, never again. I use sweet almond but I chose it in error I should have bought grapeseed oil which is zero on the comedogenic scale. I use castor oil on my ends. The difference in my hair is massive. I thought you said one of the oils in the brown glass bottle had coconut oil in it that's why I mentioned it, but knowing me a probably heard you incorrectly. I'm really enjoying your chebe journey, can't wait for the next update.
Thank you for showing us this journey about your hair situation. I was able to use my Revair on my hair and realized I really need a trim. It's just hard trying to find someone in my town who does natural black hair. My last trim I blew my hair out with a regular blow dryer, went to Supercut. This lady combed my hair flat and trimmed the end, she d❤idn't section it out or anything and gave me the mirror and asked " Hows that?" Mind you, I injured my shoulder, I was already hurting from blow drying my hair before I went there. I told her you didn't section my hair, she said yeah I did. The only reason I didn't act out is because I was freaking wearing my job T-shirt and it's well known in my town. I'm going to have to take a trip to my hometown and get it done the right way. 😂 I should take this video and show that lady this is how you cut hair.🤷♀️
Hello Monica ! Oh no we want you to keep your job ma'am !!!! lol. Your story is the exact reason prior to 2023 I was trimming my hair at home. You may have to travel to your home town. Take your significant other or a couple girlfriends and make a trip out of it ! This is serious business lol. ! Have a great day.
Hi Mya! Thanks for sharing your journey. I think she did a great job. When I saw those marcels...I said yeah she knows what she's doing! 😂 Your hair looks fuller and is about to GROW, GROW, GROW! I go to my 1st cousin about once a quarter for trim and treatment and have seen a huge difference since doing that. She's old school too - no fancy salon, booking, etc. I think its always good to have someone you trust to check your hair from time to time because you just can't see everything. Have a blessed week!🥰
@@queenofhope5714 Good morning Queen of Hope. This is so true. I will stick with My stylist from high school. I know her and she will be honest with me. Happy Sunday.
Don’t feel bad. I had grown from TWA to shoulder then then had MAJOR SETBACK ALL the way back to BIG CHOP 💇🏽♀️TWA 🥺😭Lesigh Anyhow! I’m glad to see you get a good thorough trim and immediately back on track with a good game plan✍🏽📝! 👏🏽 🚫🪮
This video is right on time. I just gave myself a very light press and realized I need to cut a lot off. I’ve been slowly cutting my hair after some really bad postpartum shedding. This will be one of the biggest cuts I make and my hair will be the shortest it’s been in a long while. You reminded me why I’m doing it 😊. I want my hair to be healthier and thicker. I noticed a big difference years ago when I increased the frequency of my trims. Can’t wait to get my hair back.
Hair looks fuller and healthy! The nape area transformation is remarkable- the Chebe worked incredibly well! Your consistency was key! Thanks for your transparency and your willingness to share is very helpful as I struggle with thinning. 💕
Hello Dewanna! Thank you. Moving forward there will be some type of iteration of chebe in my hair care routine, I am loving this journey. I hope it is helping you as well.
Wow Mya!!!Your nape area absolutely took off! Did you use Rev-air or Revlon to blow dry prior to the cut. I love the fact that you were able to locate your Stylist that has known you all of your life. She did an excellent job! ITA in the fact that you know your hair and admire you choosing health over length. Your game plan moving forward is a sound one and I look forward to following your journey. Your hair is beautiful and I can tell you will be astonished by how fast it will grow! ❤
Hey MJ! She did a wonderful job! I used the Revlon blow dryer prior to the salon visit. Actually my mother still goes to her from time to and she gave me her number. It was so fun catching up. I am loving the journey.
I started using the chebe grease this week. I am going to use this for 3- 6 months to see how it detangles and reduces the hair breakage. I like the way it smells. The two strand twist also seems to be less stressful on the hair than the cornrows, I normally wear so I am also giving this a try 😊 for a few months as well to see if I notice a difference in length. My hair thickness is not an issue, but my hair length seems not to grow past 9 inches. I need to find new hair dresser, mine retired and I don't trust anyone else but her to do my hair. She taught me so much about how to take care of my own hair. But I don't trust myself on trimming my hair.
I am so happy you have decided to try the chebe grease. I wish you much success on your journey! Finding a new/trusted hairstylist can be very frustrating. I am just going to stick with my old hairdresser, she is not going anywhere lol.
I had a similar issue in 2019. I also had breakage from using a bonnet that had a rough lining on the inside. I’m a back sleeper and the breakage was right on the back of my head between the crown and the nape. The breakage and SSKs were crazy. I cut it all off but the two different lengths in my hair looked weird when I did twist outs and especially wash n gos because there was just a short section in the middle. At the beginning of lockdown I wound up cutting all of my hair up to collarbone length to match. It was the shortest my hair had been since I’d done the big chop in 2015. Happy to say it’s all grown out very nicely.
I am so glad that you were able to pinpoint the issue and then grow your hair back out. I am grateful to the 2nd stylist with our her consultation the elasticated bonnet would have never crossed my mind.
I always wear my bonnets either inside out or fold the rims in on themselves because I’d noticed some extra sticking when I wore them the correct way. I definitely noticed an improvement after this. Later, i switched to looser bonnets that I pull onto my forehead (with frequent changes and washes to prevent breakouts) are basically held in place by my sleep mask. I would ultimately like to move to satin pillowcases as well n
This is why I am so grateful to the stylist that I saw in January. If it were not for her I would have never discovered this because it never crossed my mind. The bonnet that I showed, I wear under my headwraps which I tie pretty tight. But now looking back that does not mean the elasticated bonnet did not have the potential to move.
NOTE ON SCALP CARE PRACTICES Just had to share a caution that the scalp does not need coatings of oil to thrive! The follicles do not need external oils to thrive! Our natural sebum substances produced through the follicle onto the scalp does all the nourishing needed for the scalp. I would absolutely hate to see you experience scalp disorders because of overuse or unnecessary use of external oils that you’re leaving on the scalp. I’ve seen hair care experts and Ayurvedic fans agree that use of oils can offer benefits as long as the oils are WASHED OUT RELATIVELY SOON after application. Soon, as in hours - not left in for days and days. Hope this adds to your exploration of good hair care practices. ~ happy growing 🤲💕
I’ve been using HBCO from Sirod Naturals and it’s amazing !! I use it to seal and it stays moisturized for awhile! My hair loves heavy products ❤ BTW your hair is soooo much thicker 😍 it’s going to do even better these next 3 months, mark my words! 🤭🥰
After seeing the video and the side by side comparisons I can completely understand where you’re coming from. Your hair is so much thicker, it looks so much fuller! Can’t wait for the next 3 months has in store for your journey
Thank you. Yes I want to make sure this hair journey is real. I do not have all of the answers and this is my first time, but good or bad I do not mind sharing.
You can also make your own hair growth oil that way it's ensured not to have any sweet almond oil. And thanks for the bonnet breakage tip. I think that's damaging my hairline more than my nape, but I wasn't sure since I rarely hear people complain about it.
My problem WAS detangling AND not stretching. Kelly Logan has a recent short & video of her 16 y/o Daughter that she started to teach how to detangle. Beautiful baby girl ripped out INCHES = me too = Guilty. If I told someone that was the problem they proB wouldn't believe me. Well Kelly Logan has the Receipt. Also, almost 5 yrs in & not retaining length = why? Not stretching. I'm doing great for a year now. I'm seeing growth wearing twists. Yes, WE know our coils. Thanks for sharing....
Hello! Yes! We know our hair. Mini twists helped me get the waist length, I will always advocate for mini twists and now jumbo ( taken care of properly).
Even with the trim, your hair is still so thick and full! My fine low density strand could never! I have heard of Kreyol oils before. I am currently not using growth oils on my scalp and don't intend to but I am curious about the other 3 companies you are considering as well as suggest NJoy Essentials if you are not opposed to oils that contain sulfur or MSM.
Hello! I'm sorry to hear about the communication issues you had with your previous stylist. I understand how frustrating that can be, especially when it comes to your hair. I currently live in Italy, but I've recently reconnected with my middle/high school stylist for my upcoming visit home. She’s amazing and still uses marcels! I also experience breakage around my nape, primarily due to vitamin deficiencies. Additionally, my scalp is very sensitive to oils, especially coconut oil, so I don't use any on my scalp. For hot oil treatments, I use Orilifestyle Khalila oil, a product from a UK-based company. The CEO and her daughter both have beautiful, healthy hair, and I highly recommend it.
Hello. I am just going to stick with my old stylist lol, she knows me. I am glad that you have been able to reconnect withy yours as well. I am also glad that you were able to find a solution and get back on track with your hair.
Thank you so much for the update. You are giving me the motivation to get a cut a know my hair needs. But, it's a struggle finding a good stylist where I live. Also, I would highly recommend Bhringraj Oil. It's a light consistency oil I use to massage my scalp. It doesn't add buildup/sit on my hair strands like castor oil does (at least for my hair). This in conjunction with adding chebe has drastically reduced my hair shedding and breakage.
Hello Kristen! Thank you! I am glad that I could give you the motivation! I am also glad you have found a combination that helps reduce your shedding. I love Bhringraj powder, I use to make my own!
Your hair is beautiful! I've always bought my bonnets from drug stores, beauty supply stores, etc.and they've always been just smooth, silky feeling satin including the "band" part that goes around your hairline. I have tailbone length hair that I've kept healthy and full for two decades myself (no more salons) and always have a bonnet on at home. Then a few months ago I was buying a few things from the place you mentioned and decided to look at bonnets as well. All the top results were bundle packs of 2 or 4 in really pretty fabrics and colors at good prices, but I noticed they all had thick, ribbed bands in a rough looking material. I thought, I hope people aren't actually buying these because that's going to ruin their hair! They also had people who you would not expect to be wearing bonnets modeling them. So I think the problem is that these sellers are just jumping on a "trend" of making bonnets as if they're a fashion item without understanding what they are really for and that they are supposed to protect and be gentle on hair, particularly type 4 hair.
Hello and thank you! I can’t remember if I shoes the bonnet in this video like I did the short but I bought the bonnet specifically to go under my head wraps. I know the type of bonnet you are referring to with the wide band , I steer clear of those , I know those will snatch my edges lol. Have a great day !
My hair in my nape and crown area broke off due to going through the change of life and my hair got drier because of it. Therefore my nape is shorter than the rest of my tailbone length hair. The looser curls grows faster than the kinkier coily hair therefore it grows uneven. I'm thinking about cutting my hair as well to the thickest part of my length. I'm like you -health over length. I may do it when the cooler months come since my hair grows faster during the warmer months. The struggle is real 😔😏 Your hair looks fuller after the hair cut,Mya 🎉 Thanks for sharing 🙏🏾💜💐😀
Your hair and skin is beautiful. When I trim myself and my daughter’s hair (waist length). I pull the hair up and to the side to trim the inside, not just the perimeter. Also, you can take Geritol or Pure Powder Cloves in tea once per day. That will aid in rapid growth as well.
I know you know best from experience but plz confirm on the packaging that cloves are actually supposed to be taken daily. As far as I know that is waayy too frequent (I believe they are a blood thinner but confirm for yourself)
Hey Mya, thank you for the continual reminder of knowing our hair more than anybody else. I enjoy the fact that you’ve persevered on finding the right hair stylist to help you out and the attitude of your mindset that will help propel your hair in an accelerated pace with care. Do you think the reaction of the sweet almond oil could be that it’s processed as an altered version of almond oil?
Hello and thank you. Yes finding the right balance is important to me. For the sweet almond oil, that could be the reason , mmmmm maybe a chemist would be able to expand on that idea. I have 4 products with sweet almond oil and have had a reaction with all of them.
@@KlassicallyKept you’re welcome! Maybe you could reach out to Curly Chemistry (she’s active on here) to inquire about hair oils to use along with your Chebe journey.
Your hair looks really healthy regardless of the setback. 😊 Also, you might have a tree nut sensitivity/allergy if you're reacting to sweet almond oil.
@@KlassicallyKept In that case, be careful. Tree nuts are everywhere. I found out argan oil was from a tree nut just trying out a new lip oil. Good luck!
Thank you for the explanation of what you observed, reasoning for the steps taken, and moving forward....definitely helps with a growth journey. Have you considered the Chebe oil from the brand you get your Chebe grease? Currently, I alternative between that Chebe oil and Rosemary JBCO for my scalp massages.
You certainly are inspiring me to try shorter term protective styling with treatments though. I have some chebe powder and plenty of Ayurveda I use, but only in between long term styling so I feel I’m not getting the full benefit of the products I have. I’ll have to think about a way to fit it into my lifestyle, but I’m certainly intrigued!
That’s crazy cutting. Just now. Why slant the cut. I don’t think she knows what she is doing. 😢. My opinion. Don’t knock me😂. The back not even straight. Ridiculous. She not getting my longhair. 😂. I don’t cut hair. I treat and moisture and go. 😅. You are a strong and smart person and God gave you beautiful hair. You will be fine 🎉❤
Hello, I watched all the way through… and would like to see those other videos about the experience you referenced. I have mixed feelings about this video one being because it seems 3+ inches were cut, not trimmed. Yes it will grow back, but seems it may have been excessive unless you really want an all around even look (-the nape) and are happy with the results, which I did not hear in the video. Also, are you saying you will only finger detangle moving forward? Thanks
Hello Angelica. Yes I am happy with the results. Yes more than 3 inches were cut off especially in the back. I showed the 3 levels that I saw and cut where I felt comfortable and where I could get the best results. I knew that even in growing my nape area out I would eventually would have to cut it. The cut instead of trim may have seemed excessive to some and that is why I showed the 3 levels. I want thick and healthy ends. The 3rd line where my stylist cut would allow for my hair to come in thick and even. Cutting at the 1st and 2nd line would have allow any split ends or thinning to continue to travel up my hair shaft, which is counterproductive to my goals. My 2 other trimming videos are in the description. I started exclusively finger detangling about 3 months ago, in this video I said that I would continue to do so.
Do you always stretch your hair with the revair every 2 weeks? Do you see a benefit in stretched hair over damp/shrunken hair when it comes to the chebe grease ?
I do not stretch my hair every 2 weeks. I prefer the chebe powder. I did the chebe grease this wash day because I have content to submit and the grease allows for more versatility.
Hi Lovely, thanks for sharing.. love your videos, have you tried or would you recommend botana oil? i bought it but the smell is over powering!! just wanted to ask you the expert first as I loved how you mixed the chebe powder making the application easy. Thanks in advance
Hello and thank you! Funny you ask. I know yall cannot hear our conversation but my stylist actually brought up Botana oil to me. I have never used it, so I dont want to speak on something I have not used. She showed my a pomade she bought from a farmers market and the smell was strong.
Hello, i have used the shea moisture amla line as well and i have noticed it gave me breakage. I'm not sure if this is the case for you but it's something worth looking into. I went back to their manuka hydration line which works better for my hair.
Hello. I cannot remember if I showed the bonnet in this video like I did the short , but it’s your classic black bonnet, but at the end there is elastic for a more secure fit. Other women in the community have suggested to turn it inside out .
WOW, you cut off a lot. Kinda looks like you're growing out an undercut now. But it does looks extremely thick and healthy. Gotta do what you gotta do.
Yeah, but stylists don't listen, or they don't understand, or they don't care! With very few exceptions! 😭 Sometimes I wonder if they are hating, sabotaging...😰 You cut too much off, IMHO. Keep going for perfection and you may find your hair getting shorter and shorter. There is beauty in imperfection.
Hello! I gave my reasoning in the video. My stylist cut off exactly what was asked of her and she Natural hair is imperfection and that is what makes it beautiful. There is a difference between imperfection and unhealthy.
I was just lost in how you were giggling around your old hairstylist. There is honestly no place like home. Is there a reason why you are leaving smoothing your hair with the brush now? It will grow in no time as she mentioned the same way it grew out.
Hello. We had so much fun catching up. I was there for over an hour. We talked about everything! No brushing, just less manipulation. When I washed my hair this past Monday ( July 1). I used the chebe grease instead of the powder because I had some content to deliver and I found just by smoothing with my hands my twists were still fine. I cant wait to see what the next 3 months holds.
Of course ask a professional for their opinion but I think you should consider cutting the rest of your hair the same length as your nape for the overall health of all of your hair. It will grow back in no time and it will come back fuller and healthier. Absolutely no harm meant just a thought. ❤️
Hello Christina. My hairstylist is the professional. Yall cannot hear the conversation, but I was there for over an hour and we spoke about my hair and of course we had to catch up lol. I asked her about just cutting the nape area and she said that is fine. She told me that I know my hair and I take good care of it. If she knew that I was not going to take care of it or not be as attentive she would have suggested to cut the rest.
That chebe is a lie i started with you and it was just an expensive mess . Hair grows not by products. YOU just happened to be lucky and get faster growing hair than most ppl. Once you stopped doing the jersey elastic it fixed your issue
😅noooooo your hair is your gift 🎁 from god was very long … use rice water … and the next time do not cut it just use some rolls and your hair will looks healthy again… do not cut your beautiful hair is unique ….
Currently searching for scarf / bonnet for sleeping! Which one do you use now ? TFS 🤎 Also your skin is so beautiful! What does your routine look like?!
@@amommyintime thank you! I currently use the square silky scarves from my local beauty supply store. I keep my skin routine very simple. I wash my face with Cerave SA renewal I use a gua sha I use Thayers rose petal toner I use the original Nivea cream.
I have not been to a hair dresser/stylist in over 20 years. I have never met a stylist that treated my hair as well as I can. I do not trust anyone in my hair other than myself. I have shared on here before that I re-started my haircare journey in April 2023. My hair has grown from shoulder length to almost waist length in that short time and my hair is healthier than it has ever been in my life. I did one trim in April 2023. Then I dust my ends every 8 weeks to keep my ends healthy. As long as my ends are healthy, I do not see the need for anymore trims.👍
I completely understand. I have me reservations about hairstylists as well , at this time the only service I go to the salon for is a trim
Notice how the stylist isolated the nape area and cut it separately. Trust me if it was a regular stylist, they would have wanted to hack off ALL her hair to the shorter length of the nape hair. They would have wrongly assumed that all her hair is breaking! And this is why just doing the white background and just cutting all the hair straight across is not always the right solution. It's why I don't trust a lot of hairstylists with my hair either.
I wear the bonnet inside out, because the material on the outside is smoother than the inside.
Me too!!!
Good idea
Your hair is so full and thick, you don't even notice that the back is shorter. I trim my hair every 3 months also. That works for my hair. Good luck on your journey. You're hair is going to grow in so fast!!!!
Hello and thank you! That's what my stylist said, it will grow in no time.
@@KlassicallyKept hello! I was wondering how chebe has helped you reduce shedding if its not applied directly to your scalp?
@@brookebeonnccaensures the length stays lubricated. It aided in length retention not growrh
I agree with you 100%, that the health of the hair is more important than the length. My hair journey has had its ups and downs. And at one time I was only focus on the length. Now I realize healthy hair will get you to the length you want much quicker and it will retain the length. 👍🏽🤗
Hello Mya you are correct we know our hair.That’s wonderful you connected with your old stylist.That’s great she only trimmed what needed to be trimmed.Your hair looks lovely.💜
Thank you Patricia, have a great day !
Well Done ✅ and Never give Up Indeed 🥰 this month similar issue happened to me exactly 💯 BUT I don't give up! My hair will grow again 🍀
Yes, I KNOW MY HAIR...as of February 2024, I have sworn to never let another hairdresser touch my hair. I had full thick, natural 3C hair that my hairdresser decided to ruin by running chemical through it, pretending it was conditioner. I let her know I would never return again. My main regret is not taking care of my own hair all along the last three years, which would have saved me $$$$, and not terminating her services before she decided to get "brand new". I've ordered my first Chebe Butter and am very impressed. I have to grow out the damaged chemical and gradually cut off. Feeling empowered, richer, and look forward to my beautiful, full, healthy head of hair again.... I LOVE yours. Gorgeous.
@@anonymousgirl799That was low down! That reminded me of when I had a jheri curl(80s) and my hair had grown down to my shoulders and was nice and thick. I went in for a touch up. My hairstylist decided I needed a trim(she cut it). When it came time to put the product in, she put relaxer on my hair. My hair started coming out in clumps and I had to shave and start over. I went to another stylist got a trim and told her my negative experience with stylists being scissor happy. How about she CUT all the hair in the back of my hair into a taper like the old Halle Berry style! Without my permission or knowledge until it was too late to not let her finish it. That was over 20 years ago. I’ve NEVER gone to another stylist again! My hair is flourishing under my own care. I wish you a full lion’s mane at the end of your journey.
I appreciate all that you are sharing on your journey. Ladies I shared this before but since the bonnet was mentioned...please turn the bonnet inside out. No elastic against your head. Also please keep these bonnets clean. Wash and drip dry. When you wash your hair definitely use a fresh bonnet.
Thank you so much for sharing your journey. I incorporated some of your techniques and some from the African Hair God, and my hair is shedding less. Thank you ❤
Hello Queen. Thank you and I love him!
The chebe really did its thing! I have a nape issue, mine was due to ill health my nape looked like I had shave it. Slowly but sure it is coming back I treat it totally different to the rest of my hair and separate it when I wash and braid it.
I stopped oiling my scalp it was causing me issues my scalp would itch, it was sore or I'd get pimples on it. Since stop oiling my scalp is fine it's never dry and it doesn't flake. I still oil my hair just not my scalp my hair is flourishing and coupled with washing it every week or every two weeks.
One thing I will worn you against is the coconut please do not use it on your scalp or hair it is number 4 on the comedogenic scale and will block your pores and can give you scalp issues. Leave the coconut oil for cooking.
@@LivingInTheShade Hello! The Chebe has been working wonderfully! Keeping the nape area separate will be important and I am excited to see the progress.
I am so glad you have found a solution and I am happy your health is getting better.
Oh no ! Lol coconut oil and I are not friends. I learned this the hard way it literally sat in my hair. I don’t believe I said coconut oil , but I also believe I am allergic to sweet almond oil.
@@KlassicallyKept Coconut oil made my hair stiff and rough, never again. I use sweet almond but I chose it in error I should have bought grapeseed oil which is zero on the comedogenic scale. I use castor oil on my ends. The difference in my hair is massive. I thought you said one of the oils in the brown glass bottle had coconut oil in it that's why I mentioned it, but knowing me a probably heard you incorrectly. I'm really enjoying your chebe journey, can't wait for the next update.
Thank you for showing us this journey about your hair situation. I was able to use my Revair on my hair and realized I really need a trim. It's just hard trying to find someone in my town who does natural black hair. My last trim I blew my hair out with a regular blow dryer, went to Supercut. This lady combed my hair flat and trimmed the end, she d❤idn't section it out or anything and gave me the mirror and asked " Hows that?" Mind you, I injured my shoulder, I was already hurting from blow drying my hair before I went there. I told her you didn't section my hair, she said yeah I did. The only reason I didn't act out is because I was freaking wearing my job T-shirt and it's well known in my town. I'm going to have to take a trip to my hometown and get it done the right way. 😂 I should take this video and show that lady this is how you cut hair.🤷♀️
Hello Monica ! Oh no we want you to keep your job ma'am !!!! lol.
Your story is the exact reason prior to 2023 I was trimming my hair at home.
You may have to travel to your home town. Take your significant other or a couple girlfriends and make a trip out of it ! This is serious business lol. ! Have a great day.
Hi Mya! Thanks for sharing your journey. I think she did a great job. When I saw those marcels...I said yeah she knows what she's doing! 😂 Your hair looks fuller and is about to GROW, GROW, GROW!
I go to my 1st cousin about once a quarter for trim and treatment and have seen a huge difference since doing that. She's old school too - no fancy salon, booking, etc. I think its always good to have someone you trust to check your hair from time to time because you just can't see everything.
Have a blessed week!🥰
@@queenofhope5714 Good morning Queen of Hope. This is so true. I will stick with
My stylist from high school. I know her and she will be honest with me. Happy Sunday.
Don’t feel bad. I had grown from TWA to shoulder then then had MAJOR SETBACK ALL the way back to BIG CHOP 💇🏽♀️TWA 🥺😭Lesigh
Anyhow! I’m glad to see you get a good thorough trim and immediately back on track with a good game plan✍🏽📝! 👏🏽 🚫🪮
Hello! No regret here, I just know now. Just go in every 3 months and get a check up!
You could also make your own oil blend, maybe even putting chebe powder and other herbs steeped in your oil, straining the oil and using that.
This video is right on time. I just gave myself a very light press and realized I need to cut a lot off.
I’ve been slowly cutting my hair after some really bad postpartum shedding. This will be one of the biggest cuts I make and my hair will be the shortest it’s been in a long while.
You reminded me why I’m doing it 😊. I want my hair to be healthier and thicker. I noticed a big difference years ago when I increased the frequency of my trims. Can’t wait to get my hair back.
Hello! Congratulations on your beautiful baby !
I am glad I could inspire you! I am excited to see what these next 3 months hold !
Hair looks fuller and healthy! The nape area transformation is remarkable- the Chebe worked incredibly well!
Your consistency was key!
Thanks for your transparency and your willingness to share is very helpful as I struggle with thinning. 💕
Hello Dewanna! Thank you. Moving forward there will be some type of iteration of chebe in my hair care routine, I am loving this journey. I hope it is helping you as well.
The care and attention is there! You hair is flourishing 💛
Thank you! Cant wait for the next 3 months.
Wow Mya!!!Your nape area absolutely took off! Did you use Rev-air or Revlon to blow dry prior to the cut. I love the fact that you were able to locate your Stylist that has known you all of your life. She did an excellent job! ITA in the fact that you know your hair and admire you choosing health over length. Your game plan moving forward is a sound one and I look forward to following your journey. Your hair is beautiful and I can tell you will be astonished by how fast it will grow! ❤
Hey MJ! She did a wonderful job!
I used the Revlon blow dryer prior to the salon visit.
Actually my mother still goes to her from time to and she gave me her number. It was so fun catching up.
I am loving the journey.
I started using the chebe grease this week. I am going to use this for 3- 6 months to see how it detangles and reduces the hair breakage. I like the way it smells. The two strand twist also seems to be less stressful on the hair than the cornrows, I normally wear so I am also giving this a try 😊 for a few months as well to see if I notice a difference in length. My hair thickness is not an issue, but my hair length seems not to grow past 9 inches. I need to find new hair dresser, mine retired and I don't trust anyone else but her to do my hair. She taught me so much about how to take care of my own hair. But I don't trust myself on trimming my hair.
I am so happy you have decided to try the chebe grease. I wish you much success on your journey!
Finding a new/trusted hairstylist can be very frustrating. I am just going to stick with my old hairdresser, she is not going anywhere lol.
I had a similar issue in 2019. I also had breakage from using a bonnet that had a rough lining on the inside. I’m a back sleeper and the breakage was right on the back of my head between the crown and the nape. The breakage and SSKs were crazy. I cut it all off but the two different lengths in my hair looked weird when I did twist outs and especially wash n gos because there was just a short section in the middle. At the beginning of lockdown I wound up cutting all of my hair up to collarbone length to match. It was the shortest my hair had been since I’d done the big chop in 2015. Happy to say it’s all grown out very nicely.
I am so glad that you were able to pinpoint the issue and then grow your hair back out. I am grateful to the 2nd stylist with our her consultation the elasticated bonnet would have never crossed my mind.
Yes to the Haitian Black Castor Oil!!! I love it. Glad you’re not discouraged and you’re having fun with the shorter nape area.
Good morning! I am lol, it's different but I am not deterred. I am enjoying this journey.
Your hair is beautiful just like you, and it will grow😊
thank you
I always wear my bonnets either inside out or fold the rims in on themselves because I’d noticed some extra sticking when I wore them the correct way. I definitely noticed an improvement after this. Later, i switched to looser bonnets that I pull onto my forehead (with frequent changes and washes to prevent breakouts) are basically held in place by my sleep mask. I would ultimately like to move to satin pillowcases as well n
This is why I am so grateful to the stylist that I saw in January.
If it were not for her I would have never discovered this because it never crossed my mind. The bonnet that I showed, I wear under my headwraps which I tie pretty tight. But now looking back that does not mean the elasticated bonnet did not have the potential to move.
NOTE ON SCALP CARE PRACTICES
Just had to share a caution that the scalp does not need coatings of oil to thrive!
The follicles do not need external oils to thrive!
Our natural sebum substances produced through the follicle onto the scalp does all the nourishing needed for the scalp.
I would absolutely hate to see you experience scalp disorders because of overuse or unnecessary use of external oils that you’re leaving on the scalp.
I’ve seen hair care experts and Ayurvedic fans agree that use of oils can offer benefits as long as the oils are WASHED OUT RELATIVELY SOON after application. Soon, as in hours - not left in for days and days.
Hope this adds to your exploration of good hair care practices.
~ happy growing 🤲💕
I’ve been using HBCO from Sirod Naturals and it’s amazing !! I use it to seal and it stays moisturized for awhile! My hair loves heavy products ❤ BTW your hair is soooo much thicker 😍 it’s going to do even better these next 3 months, mark my words! 🤭🥰
Hello Zae! Thank you.
I am soo glad you have found a product that works for your.
I will definitely look this up, thank you.
After seeing the video and the side by side comparisons I can completely understand where you’re coming from. Your hair is so much thicker, it looks so much fuller! Can’t wait for the next 3 months has in store for your journey
I cannot either. I am excited.
I like the fact that youre being real in your hair Challenges and sharing the steps youre taking to take care of it👍.
Thank you. Yes I want to make sure this hair journey is real.
I do not have all of the answers and this is my first time, but good or bad I do not mind sharing.
I Love your positive attitude!! I have both of those oils and they both smell amazing!!! I personally look forward to massaging my scalp!!
Thank you! Scalp massages are the best lol.
I’m so proud of you for having an optimistic approach. Your hair will be at its original length if not longer in no time. Tfs.
of course and thank you
The nape does catch up to the rest. You will be amazed at how it does.
I cannot wait
I used it and got inches pretty fast
I am glad it is working for you
Very informative, really insightful! Thank you for sharing.
of course !
Your wrap in this video is super cute! Do you have a video about how you wrap your hair and what fabrics you use?
Thank you!
Yes please look at the last long form video I posted.
You can also make your own hair growth oil that way it's ensured not to have any sweet almond oil.
And thanks for the bonnet breakage tip. I think that's damaging my hairline more than my nape, but I wasn't sure since I rarely hear people complain about it.
I am looking at 3 oils and currently researching their ingredients. But Imay ultimately end up just making my own.
@@KlassicallyKept I don't know why I didn't do it sooner. The hard part for me was making the right blend.
My problem WAS detangling AND not stretching.
Kelly Logan has a recent short & video of her 16 y/o Daughter that she started to teach how to detangle. Beautiful baby girl ripped out INCHES = me too = Guilty. If I told someone that was the problem they proB wouldn't believe me. Well Kelly Logan has the Receipt.
Also, almost 5 yrs in & not retaining length = why? Not stretching. I'm doing great for a year now. I'm seeing growth wearing twists.
Yes, WE know our coils. Thanks for sharing....
Hello! Yes! We know our hair.
Mini twists helped me get the waist length, I will always advocate for mini twists and now jumbo ( taken care of properly).
Even with the trim, your hair is still so thick and full! My fine low density strand could never! I have heard of Kreyol oils before. I am currently not using growth oils on my scalp and don't intend to but I am curious about the other 3 companies you are considering as well as suggest NJoy Essentials if you are not opposed to oils that contain sulfur or MSM.
Hello Mint.
I will definitely be sowing the oils, of course once I looked up one of them I saw sweet almond oil, so that one is out.
Hello!
I'm sorry to hear about the communication issues you had with your previous stylist. I understand how frustrating that can be, especially when it comes to your hair. I currently live in Italy, but I've recently reconnected with my middle/high school stylist for my upcoming visit home. She’s amazing and still uses marcels!
I also experience breakage around my nape, primarily due to vitamin deficiencies. Additionally, my scalp is very sensitive to oils, especially coconut oil, so I don't use any on my scalp. For hot oil treatments, I use Orilifestyle Khalila oil, a product from a UK-based company. The CEO and her daughter both have beautiful, healthy hair, and I highly recommend it.
Hello.
I am just going to stick with my old stylist lol, she knows me.
I am glad that you have been able to reconnect withy yours as well.
I am also glad that you were able to find a solution and get back on track with your hair.
Thank you so much for the update. You are giving me the motivation to get a cut a know my hair needs. But, it's a struggle finding a good stylist where I live.
Also, I would highly recommend Bhringraj Oil. It's a light consistency oil I use to massage my scalp. It doesn't add buildup/sit on my hair strands like castor oil does (at least for my hair). This in conjunction with adding chebe has drastically reduced my hair shedding and breakage.
Hello Kristen! Thank you! I am glad that I could give you the motivation! I am also glad you have found a combination that helps reduce your shedding.
I love Bhringraj powder, I use to make my own!
Thank you for sharing ♥️ you have some beautiful hair!
thank you
Your hair is beautiful! I've always bought my bonnets from drug stores, beauty supply stores, etc.and they've always been just smooth, silky feeling satin including the "band" part that goes around your hairline. I have tailbone length hair that I've kept healthy and full for two decades myself (no more salons) and always have a bonnet on at home.
Then a few months ago I was buying a few things from the place you mentioned and decided to look at bonnets as well. All the top results were bundle packs of 2 or 4 in really pretty fabrics and colors at good prices, but I noticed they all had thick, ribbed bands in a rough looking material. I thought, I hope people aren't actually buying these because that's going to ruin their hair!
They also had people who you would not expect to be wearing bonnets modeling them. So I think the problem is that these sellers are just jumping on a "trend" of making bonnets as if they're a fashion item without understanding what they are really for and that they are supposed to protect and be gentle on hair, particularly type 4 hair.
Hello and thank you! I can’t remember if I shoes the bonnet in this video like I did the short but I bought the bonnet specifically to go under my head wraps.
I know the type of bonnet you are referring to with the wide band , I steer clear of those , I know those will snatch my edges lol.
Have a great day !
Thank you! Have a great day as well! I'm so glad to have found and subscribed to your channel. 😊
My hair in my nape and crown area broke off due to going through the change of life and my hair got drier because of it. Therefore my nape is shorter than the rest of my tailbone length hair. The looser curls grows faster than the kinkier coily hair therefore it grows uneven. I'm thinking about cutting my hair as well to the thickest part of my length. I'm like you -health over length. I may do it when the cooler months come since my hair grows faster during the warmer months.
The struggle is real 😔😏
Your hair looks fuller after the hair cut,Mya 🎉
Thanks for sharing
🙏🏾💜💐😀
Good morning Inya. Thank you. Yes! Health over length. I am enjoying the journey and the shorter nape area lol.
Your hair and skin is beautiful. When I trim myself and my daughter’s hair (waist length). I pull the hair up and to the side to trim the inside, not just the perimeter. Also, you can take Geritol or Pure Powder Cloves in tea once per day. That will aid in rapid growth as well.
Thank you!
I know you know best from experience but plz confirm on the packaging that cloves are actually supposed to be taken daily. As far as I know that is waayy too frequent (I believe they are a blood thinner but confirm for yourself)
@@lisamedla Do what’s best for you….. and I will continue to do what has worked for me….
Hey Mya, thank you for the continual reminder of knowing our hair more than anybody else. I enjoy the fact that you’ve persevered on finding the right hair stylist to help you out and the attitude of your mindset that will help propel your hair in an accelerated pace with care.
Do you think the reaction of the sweet almond oil could be that it’s processed as an altered version of almond oil?
Hello and thank you. Yes finding the right balance is important to me.
For the sweet almond oil, that could be the reason , mmmmm maybe a chemist would be able to expand on that idea. I have 4 products with sweet almond oil and have had a reaction with all of them.
@@KlassicallyKept you’re welcome! Maybe you could reach out to Curly Chemistry (she’s active on here) to inquire about hair oils to use along with your Chebe journey.
Your hair looks really healthy regardless of the setback. 😊 Also, you might have a tree nut sensitivity/allergy if you're reacting to sweet almond oil.
Thank you! I may, this is the 4th hair care product that has sweet almond oil in it that I have had a reaction to.
@@KlassicallyKept In that case, be careful. Tree nuts are everywhere. I found out argan oil was from a tree nut just trying out a new lip oil. Good luck!
Thank you for the explanation of what you observed, reasoning for the steps taken, and moving forward....definitely helps with a growth journey.
Have you considered the Chebe oil from the brand you get your Chebe grease? Currently, I alternative between that Chebe oil and Rosemary JBCO for my scalp massages.
Thank you and of course. Photos and videos are also very helpful whenever you are going through a journey.
I have not considered using the oil.
You certainly are inspiring me to try shorter term protective styling with treatments though. I have some chebe powder and plenty of Ayurveda I use, but only in between long term styling so I feel I’m not getting the full benefit of the products I have. I’ll have to think about a way to fit it into my lifestyle, but I’m certainly intrigued!
Wonderful.
Give Melanin Hair Care Oil a try.
I've heard great things about Kreyol Essence ❤
I am leaning towards the HBCO with Rosemary
That’s crazy cutting. Just now. Why slant the cut. I don’t think she knows what she is doing. 😢. My opinion. Don’t knock me😂. The back not even straight. Ridiculous. She not getting my longhair. 😂. I don’t cut hair. I treat and moisture and go. 😅.
You are a strong and smart person and God gave you beautiful hair. You will be fine 🎉❤
Thanks for sharing!!💕
Of course
Hello, I watched all the way through… and would like to see those other videos about the experience you referenced. I have mixed feelings about this video one being because it seems 3+ inches were cut, not trimmed. Yes it will grow back, but seems it may have been excessive unless you really want an all around even look (-the nape) and are happy with the results, which I did not hear in the video. Also, are you saying you will only finger detangle moving forward? Thanks
Hello Angelica.
Yes I am happy with the results.
Yes more than 3 inches were cut off especially in the back. I showed the 3 levels that I saw and cut where I felt comfortable and where I could get the best results. I knew that even in growing my nape area out I would eventually would have to cut it.
The cut instead of trim may have seemed excessive to some and that is why I showed the 3 levels. I want thick and healthy ends. The 3rd line where my stylist cut would allow for my hair to come in thick and even. Cutting at the 1st and 2nd line would have allow any split ends or thinning to continue to travel up my hair shaft, which is counterproductive to my goals.
My 2 other trimming videos are in the description.
I started exclusively finger detangling about 3 months ago, in this video I said that I would continue to do so.
From my experience covering the hair for bedtime is not necessary if a silk or satin pillowcase is used.
Do you always stretch your hair with the revair every 2 weeks? Do you see a benefit in stretched hair over damp/shrunken hair when it comes to the chebe grease ?
I do not stretch my hair every 2 weeks.
I prefer the chebe powder.
I did the chebe grease this wash day because I have content to submit and the grease allows for more versatility.
Hi Lovely, thanks for sharing.. love your videos, have you tried or would you recommend botana oil? i bought it but the smell is over powering!! just wanted to ask you the expert first as I loved how you mixed the chebe powder making the application easy. Thanks in advance
Hello and thank you!
Funny you ask. I know yall cannot hear our conversation but my stylist actually brought up Botana oil to me. I have never used it, so I dont want to speak on something I have not used. She showed my a pomade she bought from a farmers market and the smell was strong.
Hello, i have used the shea moisture amla line as well and i have noticed it gave me breakage. I'm not sure if this is the case for you but it's something worth looking into. I went back to their manuka hydration line which works better for my hair.
Hello! I am sorry that happened to you.
I started using the Shea Moisture Amla after the breakage had already occurred.
@KlassicallyKept thank you! OK I see. Wishing you nothing but the best on your journey.
Hi, what bonnet were you talking about again? I wasn’t familiar with the way you described it but I just wanted to make sure I’m not using it.
Hello. I cannot remember if I showed the bonnet in this video like I did the short , but it’s your classic black bonnet, but at the end there is elastic for a more secure fit.
Other women in the community have suggested to turn it inside out .
WOW, you cut off a lot. Kinda looks like you're growing out an undercut now. But it does looks extremely thick and healthy. Gotta do what you gotta do.
Exactly!
I am excited for this journey and the 3 month update
I paused @2:40 because I’m already ticked off 😡😡😡. GIRL!!!!😡😡😡
Yeah, but stylists don't listen, or they don't understand, or they don't care! With very few exceptions! 😭 Sometimes I wonder if they are hating, sabotaging...😰
You cut too much off, IMHO. Keep going for perfection and you may find your hair getting shorter and shorter. There is beauty in imperfection.
Hello!
I gave my reasoning in the video.
My stylist cut off exactly what was asked of her and she
Natural hair is imperfection and that is what makes it beautiful.
There is a difference between imperfection and unhealthy.
I was just lost in how you were giggling around your old hairstylist. There is honestly no place like home. Is there a reason why you are leaving smoothing your hair with the brush now? It will grow in no time as she mentioned the same way it grew out.
Hello. We had so much fun catching up. I was there for over an hour. We talked about everything!
No brushing, just less manipulation. When I washed my hair this past Monday ( July 1). I used the chebe grease instead of the powder because I had some content to deliver and I found just by smoothing with my hands my twists were still fine.
I cant wait to see what the next 3 months holds.
Yes, coconut oil and I aren't friends, but we're cool... Just not for me!
lol I completely understand !
Of course ask a professional for their opinion but I think you should consider cutting the rest of your hair the same length as your nape for the overall health of all of your hair. It will grow back in no time and it will come back fuller and healthier. Absolutely no harm meant just a thought. ❤️
Hello Christina. My hairstylist is the professional. Yall cannot hear the conversation, but I was there for over an hour and we spoke about my hair and of course we had to catch up lol. I asked her about just cutting the nape area and she said that is fine. She told me that I know my hair and I take good care of it. If she knew that I was not going to take care of it or not be as attentive she would have suggested to cut the rest.
@@KlassicallyKeptbut eventually won’t you have to cut all the hair to match the length of the nape?
That chebe is a lie i started with you and it was just an expensive mess . Hair grows not by products. YOU just happened to be lucky and get faster growing hair than most ppl. Once you stopped doing the jersey elastic it fixed your issue
I am sorry the chebe has not worked for you.
Try olaplex, the Redken acidic bond repair or K18. See what you think.
Chebe is fir hair retention and moisture= less shedding, not growth.
😅noooooo your hair is your gift 🎁 from god was very long … use rice water … and the next time do not cut it just use some rolls and your hair will looks healthy again… do not cut your beautiful hair is unique ….
Currently searching for scarf / bonnet for sleeping! Which one do you use now ? TFS 🤎
Also your skin is so beautiful! What does your routine look like?!
@@amommyintime thank you! I currently use the square silky scarves from my local beauty supply store.
I keep my skin routine very simple.
I wash my face with Cerave SA renewal
I use a gua sha
I use Thayers rose petal toner
I use the original Nivea cream.
Love this ! Thanks for sharing !