do I have color damage?? my hair has CHANGED. let's chat about it!
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- Опубликовано: 1 авг 2024
- Getting transparent about how I'm currently feeling along this natural hair journey! Hope you enjoy, xo
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Personally I think it's the colour, over time it's wrecks havoc with the integrity of the hair no matter how careful you are, my advice is to trim the fuzzy ends perhaps half inch or an inch a month and stick to a very few core products that your hair loves, it's what I did when I had this issue a couple years ago and my hair has never been healthier, I wish you the best.
I agree with you 100%. with the highlights I was okay but I think with the ombré being so MUCH color (esp at the bottom) it definitely caused issues over time!
Can you get color damage with dying the hair jet black?
@@MsLong94 if you’re using permanent color it can still cause damage because it lifts the cuticle quite a bit. Not as much as bleach but it can still cause some damage unfortunately.
I’m so happy to hear your POV on the whole length thing. I never understood the naturals obsession with length and specifically the need for waist length curls.
I prefer shorter hair my hair was in a tapered cut for years-it’s my favorite cut- now I’m at neck length just to try something new but this is a long as I want it for now. I’m still thinking about going back to my taper. It’s just a vibe. It’s easy and no matter what I wake up with a dope hairstyle. Just wake up fluff the curls and go!
What i like the most about this video is how honest u are, i fee like some influencers are not as honest as you are and thats why i subscribe 🙋♀️ im going though the same and i get discourage about it im trying to chill and think about what to do 😐.
yes girl I have to be honest! 🙌🏾 try to tap in to what truly makes YOU happy when it comes to your hair and that’ll help you decide what to do. currently doing the same!
Same 😊
Olaplex, olaplex, olaplex! Especially if you’re going to color curly hair… I never color/lighten my hair without it. Toning can damage your hair… if the toner requires developing it is likely lifting to some degree and depositing color. I recommend the following.
1. Cut the damaged ends
2. Get an Olaplex stand alone treatment
3. Get a deep conditioner, do a deep conditioner every 2 weeks.
Hey Alyssa! Now u know I’ve been rocking with u for a while now and the same thing happened to me! I can honestly tell u it’s the color!!! I too was lightening and loving the color until I saw it was actually changing my texture!! I have now got a trim and gone back to dark hair and I can honestly say, my curls are back! Try it!! U will see the difference. It’s actually healing! ❤️
This really resonates with me now. My hair was about your length and I got a keratin treatment six months ago and cut it to shoulder length because I was sick of the undefined curls. Now I want my curls back and I’m growing them back out again. I no longer feel obligated to have long hair anymore. Honestly don’t think I’ll grow my hair long again. I enjoy the ease of shorter hair.
honestly, short hair is a whole VIBE 🔥 i’m starting to feel like long hair is overrated lmao
Does keratin get rid of frizz or get rid of curls?
Gurl your hair looks gooooood! 😂😂😂 leave that beautiful hair ALONE. Lol
No seriously you know your hair better than anyone so do what makes u feel comfortable. If you feel u were comfortable with your curls being a lil shorter go with it. I think we all know black hair grows🥂 take the pressure off of yourself and enjoy it at whatever length you feel is right for you.
Go back and review your looks over the years… Find the length that made you feel the best about yourself… Then cut to that length. As you know, hair grows back… It’s all about how YOU feel about yourself… For us, you’re beautiful at any length!
Couldn’t have said it better
I love this! THANK YOUUU 💗
Agreed!! ❤
@elisha nailed it! You clearly have since cut your hair and you’re definitely feelin it again! I’m here for all of it! 💯♥️🥳
I'm sorry about your hair troubles but not surprised. When the stylist initially dyed your hair, she applied vitamin c powder to your hair to remove buildup. Anything acidic with a ph below a 4 will have the ability to break down whatever it's applied to. That includes your hair. It will not know when the buildup ends and your hair begins. It will simply eat everything until it is rinsed off. The ph of vitamin c is below a 3. The way you've described your hair lately as being dry, frizzy, difficult to receive moisture, and won't hold moisture for more than 2 days are all characteristics of high porosity hair. A common misconception about high porosity hair is that it takes in water more easily than medium and low porosity. In actuality, all hair porosities have the ability to take in water easily it just depends on how the water is applied. For example, low porosity hair takes in water easily in a shower. It will react to the ph of the water by expanding and the water will get in. However when it is submerged in water, it will float. High porosity hair will have a difficult time taking in water in the shower. The water will sit on the outside of the cuticles which are standing out like mini umbrellas to your hair shaft. But submerged in water, it will quickly take it in and sink. It's not uncommon for hair to become more porous after being color treated, but it is not normal for it to change porosities entirely. That's why I believe you have acid damage. The acid ate away parts of your hair that was holding your cuticle in place and now your cuticles are permanently open. High porosity hair is manageable. After all, many people grow it naturally from their heads. The hair growing out of your scalp and the remaining undamaged parts of your hair are not high porosity. And it may become difficult to keep your hair from breaking off at the line of demarcation where the two porosities meet should you choose not to cut it. Sorry for the long essay. I wish you all the best.
I have a shower filter with vitamin c. Do you think that could cause dryness? I’ve had some dry issues but as of late have tried the wash and go technics by blackgirlcurls and with the products suggested I seem to be getting back to having more moisture in my hair. (I never really used much oils or butters so this was not a stretch for me). I recently decided to deter from the products and used something I had purchased previously but never got around to using and my WNG was dry. I still do have the filter though. Your take on this was interesting. Oh and I also use color but it’s used every 8-10 weeks.
@@Listen2me400 Acids are only problematic for hair in concentrated amounts. A ph below a 4 would indicate a high concentration. Hair actually prefers an acidic environment which is why most hair products are formulated with a ph of 4.5 - 6. Even though hair can tolerate a ph down to a 4, most people's scalps cannot. Which is why companies try to keep their products within this range also referred to as ph balanced. So as long as the ph of your water is over a 4 it wouldn't be a problem. And you could easily test this with ph strips or a ph meter.
@@ritam1588 Thanks so much.
@@Listen2me400 You're welcome.
Dang thanks for this! So thorough and interesting! Are you a hair stylist or scientist? Lol
I’ve been wanting to change my look forever!!!! But these are the problems I really don’t want to deal with! I honestly feel like my hair does not do well with color no matter how good I take care of my hair . I’ve had color before and I was just annoyed the entire time because it wouldn’t curl, twist, take moisture properly…. Just a mess.
I’ve been natural since 2008 and my hair changed as it grew. Also I’ve had set backs along the way, I learned from them and kept it moving. My advice: Get the ends cut, be extra gentle when working with your hair and wear it in “ protective styles “ for a few months. I’m sure you will figure it out, you got this .❤️
I have dyed my hair over the years and it’s probably colour damage that can affects your ends. Also styling with only gel can be quite drying on the hair. Perhaps try out a cream gel? The Mielle Organics Rosemary Mint Cream Gel is my go to and has strong hold and gives moisture
Yeah it’s definitely the only gel styling that’s drying her hair out. My hair used to look frizzy like that when I was using dandruff shampoo and conditioner every wash. I thought i had to cut my hair. Turns out it was super dry. The remedy was to stop using the shampoo/conditioner and start hot oil treatments. Overall I’m over natural hair and have been straightening my hair most wash days.
Color definitely could be the culprit, but I wonder too if it’s leaving out the cream stylers and just using gel. I’ve cut down on using gel because no matter which one I tried, it was drying out my hair because of the dry heat climate I live in. I’ve been slowly working it back in for hold, but cream and oil have been helping a lot.
Yep! I tried the whole new school regimen of just gel and after a while even my stylist remarked how dried out my hair was. She herself uses cream styler on her curls and they are gorgeous and healthy so I’ve gone back to using them and my hair feels and looks hydrated.
I love everything about this. The desire for growth sometimes makes you lose yourself
and love for your hair. I did BC twice in the last year because of mistakes in my journey and learning. I see it know but know I only want neck length hair.
You actually hit on numerous points, regarding our black hair growth. If by nature you have long hair it will grow back regardless if it’s color or not. Curly hair does go through transition that can be a shock to us, but do you cut it or not, it will grow back. Treat it and watch it grow back.😃❤️
Here for YOUR journey. It will be interesting to see what's next in the journey! Thanks so much for sharing, I learn from real experiences. Hugs.
Yass sis it’s about what makes YOU happy and you can still do healthy hair content with any length of hair. My hair is post big chop Oct. 6th, 2020. Coming up on my 1 year hairaversary!!!!
Thank you for sharing your natural hair journey with us. You are so beautiful with a beautiful spirit and you exude confidence whether you rock your curls short or long. The beauty in natural hair is the diversity so whatever you decide to do (or not)...your hair is gorgeous!
Try an olapex treatment then a really hydrating deep conditioner and for extra impact add heat during the deep conditioning. And maybe a trim but olaplex is the biggest lifesaver ever! Lol
Definitely relate to how you’re feeling! I’ve been keeping my hair the same length for about a year now just because it’s easier for me. I’ve been thinking about growing it past that length for a while and then i may cut it again 💇🏽♀️🤷🏽♀️
Thank you for this video! I have been feeling the same way! About to cut to the length I love! Thanks for sharing 😊
Thank you for your honesty. So relatable. Send lot of love from France. 💋💋💋
Hi Alyssa, I love that you're soooo honest about your hair journey with us.
I believe it mostly has to do with the colour and the fact that your hair constantly rubbing against your clothing.
My advice to you is that you find YOUR MEDIUM and cut to a length that you're gonna be happy with....it's hair....we learn from mistakes....we move on more informed....it'll grow back.
Also I think you need to find the products that works for your hair and STICK TO JUST THAT !!!
I' ve been through what you're going through currently, I shaved my hair off seven (7) yes seven (7) times already and it grew back.
One thing for sure I'M NEVER COLOURING MY HAIR AGAIN no matter how healthy it is....colour goes into our hair shaft and dries our hair from inside out, maybe this is why it took you soo long to notice.
Get regular (every 8- 10 weeks) trim....deep condition balancing both protein and moisture each week and you'll be on the road to recovery trust me.
P.s I'm here with you learning from you and also sharing my knowledge with you.
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i’m here for this energy!!! THANK YOU 💗💗💗
I needed to hear this! I dye my hair and it came out in the middle and I don’t know why? I was depressed and this happened last week. I needed to hear this! This make me feel better! Thank you!
Oh no, hoping your hair recovers quickly 😊
sorry this happened! i’m glad I could help you feel a bit better 💕💕
Hair is so personal and I understand 100% what you are feeling. I recently got color and my hair was extremely dry for a week or so. I believe it was the toner, but I am not sure. My hair feels better now. I did hot oil treatments and focused on deep conditioning. You will grow and get through this. Love the honesty here! You know your hair better than anyone, but I think you look GOODT sis. hehe
hehe THANK YOUUU 🥺💗💗💗
First off do what makes you happy girl period.
But (assuming you haven’t done any of these yet) maybe try building a routine focusing on intense moisture and locking that moisture in. (Clay washes, humectants in your conditioners/deep treatments, hot oil treatments to help seal in the water/moisture). Along with a nice protein based routine, you know we love our girl briogeo, but maybe also olaplex/curl smith, maaaybe aphogee (just to give your longer/older strands more umph to help withstand the constant friction. Also with styling, maybe going back to incorporating creams to help maintain moisture! Hope this helps :)
Love this video. You have to do what is best for you and what makes you happy and healthy. I will say, and I know people were talking about this months ago, I did the Cardi B natural hair mask last night and it really infused lots of moisture into my hair and made my hair clump like crazy. I altered the ingredients a bit, but altered it to fit my hair. Maybe it will work for your hair too. The recipe I used was completely blended avocado, honey, mayo, egg, banana, olive oil, and water. My hair thanked me after. Sending positive energy in your ongoing hair journey.
I love how real and honest this video was. I absolutely love your curls and I think they look just as beautiful as I always see them. I don't know if this theory makes any sense but I find that with my hair (3b finer med density curls) although I've had it long...the longer it got it would start to look very stringy and less full. It is almost like my hair only looks healthy at a shorter length. Can you also be struggling with protein overload?
Thanks so much for always keeping it real. Thanks so much for realizing and sharing that the choice was up to us. I would love for you to try Curlsmith’s new leave-in oil spray & see if it makes any difference. Also, could the mud be drying it out? The other thing that happened to me is that I was using a brand for years that was awesome, then was sold to another company and changed (DevaCurl). Now I’ve become aware that this happens a lot! So, somehow, now we all have to start tracking which brands sell or make other major changes to ingredients, processing, or chemicals. Your damage is what is routinely happening to people at the beginning of the damage cycle. And I know that it’s your job to use a lot of unknown products. For instance, Olaplex is now a no-no; lots of damage is now being experienced.
I love your hair. After watching many curly influencers I was bless you find you. You are the only one that has hair close to mine. You have been a huge inspiration to me. I wanted to give up on my curly hair many times, but your instructions really work for me. I get my hair colored dark golden brown by a professional hair stylist just to cover the gray about every 2 to 3 months. I stop getting blond highlights because of damage. I get my ends cut on a regular basis. I use Olaplex 3, as you suggested to help keep my hair healthy. Now that my hair is longer it get frizzy quicker, So I might get more trimmed off the ends next time. I will always choose healthy hair over length. Damaged frizzy long hair is not cute.
You don’t need to big chop, just get a professional stylist to cut your hair a little shorter, and I believe you will be happy
Your hair is beautiful, and goals for me
Don’t let a little color damage get you down
Stay positive and be encouraged
You are beautiful inside and out
And I need you to keep sharing your knowledge of curly hair care, makeup tips and beauty products. I’m sure you are helping a lot of women like me
Thank you beautiful ❤️
Try the olaplex treatment (regularly for better results}.If it doesn't work then you might need to clarify your hair.
Hair is just so complicated, it's normal to get distracted along the way.
Remember the health of your hair comes before anything else. if nothing else works then you should maybe consider cutting the damaged areas.
You got this ❤️
Nope, I completely understand. I don’t have color treated hair, but Before my hair touched my shoulders, my crown area use to get defined but now that it’s longer it’s always frizzy from root to end and I trim it but nothing works. It’s extremely frustrating and sometimes I just don’t like bothering with my hair anymore and quarantine made it worst.
Appreciate your honesty. Maybe cut the frizzy part and do a reset to focus on healthy hair as well. Nothing wrong with wanting long hair, health hair just needs to be the focus as well. You also might need to trim your hair regularly. That way it keeps growing and you don’t have the frizzy ends and it will always look healthy.
I think the color/highlights is probably the main problem. I always had more issues when I got the highlights. I am now natural, but I love to look back at some of my cute pictures when I had straight hair.
I know you do a lot of stuff with your hair for us, but the health of you and your hair must come first. Best of luck to you.
Your hair is amazing and you take great care of it, so I wish you the best. When my hair is unresponsive and frizzy, I know it’s time to reset and restore pH balance. I do a clay mask or quick ACV rinse, which does the trick.
Good luck!
💙💙💙 Love you Lyssa
Girl you're not alone🥺 I'm 4 years natural too and has the same issue with length, I think the fabrics and fabric wash contribute to the frizz as well... you can do this babes health over length
I had that problem years ago. What I did was I dyed my hair back black. I cut where I thought was mostly damaged and then started using Aphogee 2step protein treatment with the balancing moisturiser once a month. Also, used aphogee 2 minute Reconstructor every two weeks when I didn't want to deep condition. Make sure you use moisturising products. I used the Aztec clay mask once a month when I feel like I need too but I agree do what you think is best for your hair. You know your hair better than anyone.
I know the feeling. I’m currently experiencing the exact same thing but worse. My hair is also breaking and in the middle😖. My hair is the same texture as yours. All the best! 🌸🌸🌸
OMG!!! It's like you read my mind! I am experiencing the same thing! I am 1yr and a half into my natural journey and I've had great growth progress...then I decide to color my hair(professionally). Big mistake...ughhhhh! I noticed my hair change after the 1st wash. My curls are s-curls also and they use to be poppin! I'm hoping some TLC with deep conditioners and treatments will get me back at least some of the elasticity. Thank you for sharing your journey and what ever you chose to do, it will be great! :-)
Change is good, do what makes you happy, the real once will be here to cheer you on.🌺💓
I dyed my curls too, I’m like a 3c with hints of 4a.
I’ve noticed I’ve had to start being serious about sealing my ends! Because I was having that frizz issue in certain sections of my hair. So I use all my products and then seal with Shea butter.
So heavier products may be something to consider! I think the clothing thing makes sense too, your hair rubbing against your clothes will definitely dry it out.
Wishing you luck on your curl health!❤️
thank you suga!! funny that you say shes butter bc I literally just washed my hair today with the fekkai shea butter intense moisture mask and my hair LOVED it 🙌🏾
@@AlyssaMarieXo that’s so awesome ❤️ yes shea butter does me right every time 👏🏽
I pray for you, and be patient. Don't worry about growth its still pretty and you are not a failure. And cut some of those ends you don't need to big chop ! Your still beautiful
Released! Byeee! That’s a mood
Thank you for this video 🥰💙💕.. luv your make-up look 🥰
You probably have thought of this already, but have you booked a consultation with a hair stylist? Regardless I agree with you. I think your hair being longer and having been colored over time can have an affect on the look and feel. The only suggestion I have other than booking a consultation would be to try and keep your ends tucked in two braids or twists for a few days out of the week and then every other week you can probably just use “lubricating” products like leave ins and creams.
(Also do you think that maybe your hair could be naturally frizzy? And you haven’t seen your hair in it’s “natural” state and it’s shocking?)
Same, when I big chopped my curls were so defined and I never had frizz. Now that my hair has grown out my curl pattern changed and my whole head can never get defined🥲 I always have frizz somewhere. Mine is the sides of my head they are so frizzy 24/7 no matter how much product or technique I use it stays frizzy.
sooo crazy how my curls change just based on length! it’s you gotta pick between poppin short curls or frizzy long curls lolol
I think you should cut it.....BRING BACK THE BANGS! And I will do the same lol 😂. That’s how I first discovered you and have been rocking ever since.
I was having this same issue earlier this year. I have some left over color on my ends from when I dyed my hair burgundy two years ago. I find that after a while my ends weren’t “sticking together” like the roots and mid would curl well but the ends would frizz. Even after I trimmed it. I wasn’t really using leave in or cream until I went on my trip to Barbados in June. Gels weren’t working on my hair there so I had to resort to leave in and curl cream. My ends almost instantly started behaving again and now I’ve incorporated them back into my routine. I think colored hair really needs all the moisture it can get and even moisturizing gel just wasn’t cutting it for me
oh wooow! yea my stylist always said from day one of color that I need to stick to more moisture products, which I did. and things were great at first but I just think the color overtime isn’t agreeing with my hair anymore… or at least my ends!
@@AlyssaMarieXo yeah after a while it just got worse. I’ve been trimming a little more frequently because they don’t feel good for long
Maybe do some finger coiling on the frizzy sections to help retrain the curls?
I think it's the color! I started using the clairol beautiful semi permanent hair color you use it after shampoo. It is so much better.
At the same time my curls have changed too as it has grown. I have to keep it moisturized. Added steam.
Friction at the ends can cause damage. Maybe you need to do more styles that keep the ends from rubbing against your clothing.
seeee I wish I had the patience for styling everyday, but I honestly don’t 😂 and I also prefer wearing my hair out!
Maybe protein..changing it back black, a good trim.. might help to counteract the color damage.. good luck!!😁
I would clarify, do a protein treatment (with balancing moisturizing conditioner), and get a trim before you do anything drastic. If your hair is too porous for your liking, you could always do a gloss. Also, use a deep conditioner that promotes elasticity. Your hair at the nape is already more fine, it rubs on your clothes, the couch, car seats, etc so that’s the first to be affected especially when it’s getting longer (as you said). I highly doubt the color is doing most of this damage. It’s usually just day to day wear and tear that’ll do this over time. And as you know, color treated hair is high maintenance so you can’t take any days off with maintenance. However, it’s your hair and do what you wanna do at the end of the day 🤷🏾♀️
Your hair is still gorgeous, but I do agree that I think it’s the color that’s causing it to dry out.
Try Aztec clay mask or Mo Knows Hair Curl Restoration mask. Either one of those products help when my curls are acting funky. ❤ Your hair is beautiful. Just add a little moisture and TLC. Embrace your curly honey!!! ❤
I couldn’t agree more, good luck 🤞 Lyss 😍😊
Yes Aztec clay and rhassoul clay masks help to reset the curls. Plus, olaplex works wonders for colored hair. I have a similar curls too and I do the masks once a month.
Do an Aphogee treatment
I think it has to do with the color and also the length of your hair. All I can say is do whatever makes you happy. You look great with short and long hair, so just follow your heart ❤️
Omg!! I am feeling the exact same way :(
The same thing happened to me after I colored my hair.What’s your hair type?porosity?
With your colored hair maybe you have to use more cosmetic products which will give you the styling that goes with cosmetics coloring products. I 👂 most of hairstylist put that point about using only naturals products when you gave cosmetics to your hair by colored them. This is my advice. Btw thanks you for your commitment with us by sharing all of your journey with your hair ;-) I’m in France 🇫🇷 and I really appreciate
Our Caymanian Queen 🇰🇾
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Have you been keeping up with your protein treatments? Dying my hair I find that need to pay attention to it more than before, I try to use a protein deep conditioner once a month and then use a protein treatment every 3 months or so, that’s when I start experience some of this things you’re talking about
Yes !!! I think it's not directly due to the color but rather to the insufficient period between each color of maintenance. And maybe 3 or 4 months between each touch up is better and doing strong protein treatments like Aphogee during the rest periods, to help the hair get in shape faster for the next touch up can be good too
the thing is i’ve only ever colored it twice. every other appointment was just toning. i’ve been doing my regular bond treatments that I love too, but it’s just not enough lol
Can you try some treatments first, like maybe Adowa Beauty Blue Tansy or K18 or Curlsmith bond rehab salva before u cut it to really see if anything will bring it back??
Hey Lyss! Are you still only styling with gel? I feel like that may be part of the problem, your hair probably needs the moisture from a cream styler.
Thanks for sharing though, I hope you find a solution soon and that you feel better about that gorgeous head of hair!
yep, still styling with gel only! I actually thought the same and tried to use a cream like a couple weeks back and it was a mess 🙃 I really still love the gel styling and it always feels / looks nice on day one… the frizz just starts to come after, but thank youuu! yes I need a solution ASAP cause i’m over it lol!
I had the similar prblm...someone advised me to chop off those ends bcox every curls or the Ends which the oldest part of our hair has its own limit of growth due to colouring ..heat or environmental factors .
And after chopping off those ends every few months my Hair looks much Healthier n back to life.
sounds like I need some scissors dennnn 😈
I was thinking to cut a few inches off and see how it feels. Yes no pressure of length. Release it!!!!!
Same! When my hair was short the curls were popping but as my hair grew out my ends just look limp and dry almost wispy. which doesn’t make sense. I’m not even color treated and idk what it is. I did a green beauty protein treatment and I focused it on my ends like crazy. I’m waiting for my hair to dry rn lol. I’m thinking maybe my ends are just lacking strength. When my hair was shorter my curls were poppin too.
Does color damage only happen with light colors? I want to color mines jet black
Def do a good trim per month and maybe a bonding treatment
Also I agree, length can get tangled and snagged easier
Like you said you need to speak with your colorist. Usually they send you home with an after color regimen and treatment schedule. Your colorist may not have used lightener (bleach), but she may have very well used high lift color which has the ability to lift your natural color a few shades and deposit the desired tone. The post color regimen is sooooo important.
Health over length! In hair, in relationships, in everything!
I went through the same thing but it was my whole head not just my ends🙃 I chopped it all off in January of this year
I guess everybody now understands how to grow natural hair… But the real aim to the goal should be maintenance of a healthy natural hair.. What’s the point to having long hair if it doesn’t not look healthy.
my thoughts EXACTLYYY
Beautiful hair, but I did notice dryness, and frizz, but I personally find that lighter colored hair does make the hair look dry, and lifeless. Maybe go dark brownish or cut the hair a bit.
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Is it the gel that your using
It was definitely the color. I have a love hate relationship with color 😁 love the look but hate how it’s damaging. I’ve big chopped so many times at this point (been natural 11 years ) and it’s always because of color damage. Once or twice seems to be fine. It’s the multiple color changes that do it.
Hey Alyssa! I think you are so beautiful! My hair was the same way after about 6 months to a year of getting color… But once I did the Aphogee 2-Step Protein Treatment, my hair returned to normal…
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Sorry about your hair problems. I would get a trim, do a protein treatment for the next 2 weeks and protective style. Things will get better with time. Btw your hair is still beautiful. Hang in there curlfriend
Just dye it back black .you will be happy with it. I dyed my hair back black after color and clipped the ends .and continued to embrace my hair .
Have you thought about going back to using leave ins? I think that is the newest thing you have changed.
I thought this, too. But the curls in the front are popping.
And a good trim/maybe a shape up? I think it’s possible for your hair to have body (at the length ) while maintaining your length if you choose to. You and your stylist just need to figure out the best way to execute that for you/your hair type :)
I’m so extra lool but also! Go back to basics! Finger detangling for example? I know you personally helped me in that department! I experience waaay more curl definition now that I mostly style/detangle with my fingers :)
I'm going to blame the haircolor. My hair does the exact same thing whenever highlighted. No matter how well I treat and take care of it my hair texture changes. Olaplex helps allot but nothing like cutting it.
Looks like heat damage to me.. I would try conditioning before shampooing detangle with conditioner in then don’t wash out the conditioner apply shampoo to roots only and wash out together followed by a deep container and when you style try smaller sections more products and Inter coil those dry bits!! Make a video about the process I would love to see how this works for you!! ❤️ -Frankie
Terressentials lavender mud wash can possibly help. Seems you just need more moisture
As I listened to you I kept saying “girl cut your hair again.” I feel like you have wanted to for a minute but have been fighting the urge to chop.
Maybe because you wear it down a lot and it’s longer your hair is rubbing on material and your clothing more often. Your front pieces are probably less dry as they are not touching fabric... if you’re convinced its colour damage try using Olaplex shampoo and conditioner once a week . The conditioner really saved my hair when I was experiencing probe,ms with my hairs curl integrity a few months ago.
Are u still using a brush during the wash process? Maybe it's not agreeing with your curls again?
The first time I colored my hair it completely changed the texture of my hair and I did a big chop as well…. But that didn’t help my hair. I think a trim was necessary of course but you have to heal your hair back to health. Don’t cut your hair just to fix the texture
You could have color damage. Maybe you need a hair cut so it will feel better. You probably need to a Blue or purple shampoo and conditioner in your routine between salon visits too. You probably need a protein treatment little more too.
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Do you think protective styles is a contributing factor to the frizz?
potentially!! like maybe the combo of the issues with color AND protective styling have caused a bigger dryness issue 🙃
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I see it
I had this problem with my hair turns out it was moisture overload. We all get taught how to prevent protien overload not moisture overload. My curls literally became straight my hairs elasticity was gone. I took me doing protein treatments for a month using products with every type of protein even though my hair is protein sensitive. Do some research into moisture overload symptoms are frizz lack of definition and not curling at all.
I strongly feel that it's the color. I also think you may have to reevaluate your products. I know you were trying out just gels, but with color, I am not sure that's going to give you that look as well as extended wash days. You may need to go in for a trim as well. I don't think the hair looks awful, but I know that YOU know its not how you want. Lastly, I don't think the length is the issue, just speaking from personal experience as I have super long hair, minus the color. But, you're still beautiful and do whats best for you.
Colour damages all hair over time, especially noticeable on curly hair. I feel you have to pick your battles
feel like i’m learning this the hard way right lol but also not too mad at it cause i’ve been itching for a change 😆
Agreed. I want color but then I remember the damage and the hardwork to get it healthy again
I never put anything negative in comments but have to say something honest. Just last month I was thinking your hair was so much prettier when it wasn’t so long. I totally agree, we get too hung up on length. It’s our culture and we need to stop.
I don’t think this is negative, it’s just honest! 💕 I agree w you.
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From here you should go to the STYLIST, if you are one of the Lucky ones that have a good one near and can pay it JUST GO, if after getting it fix you want to bigchop it again DO IT. We are not always have the answers. That is why they went to school and have experience. And I they are not good change them
Why didn’t you first try Olaplex for repair? The curls would’ve popped back ASAP