You’ve retained so much length 😍😍👏🏾. This is where consistency gets you. Love that for you & anyone who puts the work in when maintaining their natural hair. I definitely plan on being consistent this year. Tfs.
The growth from Jan to Dec is insane 😮! Don’t downplay it by saying others probably grew more, you 👏🏾 did 👏🏾 that👏🏾. I need to work on my consistency too. Can’t wait to see what you do in 2025
Consistency pays off! Now if you want to get a heavy trim, your ends will be thicker and you will retain length again to have even thicker hair by next year. Those vitamins though! How wonderful! I'm so happy for you!
As someone with 4c hair myself i'd be very cautious with mini twist. Theres a reason hair twisting is whats used to create locs. When i did medium-large sized twist and washed my scalp once a week. By the second week my hair was immensely locing. I believe its because the water causes the hair to expand in the loose twist and when it dries it shrinks back up. This process causes strand to intertwine and matt together. With mini braids the hair is constricted and lengthened so as long as you moisturize regularly you won't deal with that issue. You mentioned your hair was 4a so maybe you wont deal with this problem but just be careful.
@@Jem5122 that just may be a common thing amongst type 4 hair (I’m a,b,c,d,e,f,g) twists used to make it so much more difficult to unravel if it wet them. I was thinking if I do it, then redo and wash every 2 weeks. Idk how my scalp will take it but I like experimenting lol
@@auntiez49174c hair is the only hair that has the ability to loc up and intertwine naturally. The Most High makes no mistakes, we are meant to rock loc styles.
Redoing my plaits now😊 your the first person I've seen doing this method and ad first I just watched. Now I'm doing the things and seeing the growth 🎉 thank you for sharing your journey
@SharatiaBanks I just finished lol I did them smaller and I love it. I do need to do two over to make them lay seamless.I think I will just wash my hair in the plaits this time and redo them.
your hair looks beautiful in the twists but I know you as the braids girl and that's why I followed you at first 😂 but whatever you do it's going to be beautiful
OMG wowwwww. I must say you did the damn thing 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾 Looks like retained allll the inches. Well even more than that since you've trimmed throughout the process too. Can't wait to see what you decide to do in the new year. And even if you cut it, at least you know what to do to get those inches back. Huge congrats and an early Happy New Year to you 🎉🎉🎉🥰
Yes, i would love to see you do twists. Im going to start my journal and journey next year as well. You've also inspired me to document my journey as well.
I enjoyed watching your hair journey this year! It really just zoomed by. You did well girl!! 👏👏💕🥰 Those plaits will get you where you want to go quick, but twists are softer looking, and they require more attention. If you have the time, try twists. I was plaited most of the year and my hair retained some good length! BUT I had a setback with Shea butter, so I had to switch to twists. Now I’m on a ‘slow and steady’ race. 😅
Okay I see the growth, I am definitely going to follow your routine next year. January 1st I am getting my cut so I can go on my journey. Definitely going to get me a white shirt, maker, a get a routine down, instead of twist and braids I am doing cornrows minimum 8 and maximum 10.
@@ShesGotRoots thanks for reminding me! I have to get a new shirt 🤦🏾♀️😂 congratulations on your new journey. We’re rooting for you, WE ARE ALL ROOTING FOR YOU!
Definetly plaits. If its not broken, don’t fix it. I tried twist and saw very little retention, so this year, I’m doing plaits. If I remember, I’ll update in December
20:30 The twists look great and that's typically how I styled my hair for most of my journey, but just be prepared for a bit more webbing and tangling at roots and midshaft if you want to keep them in more than 2weeks. I have a lot of hair, but my strands are fine, similar to yours, and that has been my experience. You'll definitely want to find a moisturizer with a little hold or maybe use a moisturizing mousse 😊.
I love your hair!!! It’s so beautiful❤️❤️❤️you should also place lil hair jewelry on some of your braids. That would be so cute especially on the two braids you allowed down in the front of your face after tying your hair back at the beginning of the video
Thanks so much for ur braids tip i started at shoulder and ending at almost bra strap length, tho i wasn't consistent but the 3-4months i was i saw immense growth. I relaxed tho but i enjoy your content 😊. God bless you and see you in 2025❤
I remember when you first started! I’m hoping to be more consistent in my routine! Oh and figure out how to do plaits on “wet” hair since I’ taking a break from heat!
You're my motivation, I want to be BSL this year, I'm at shoulder length and finally being consistent with my routine and products. Im using products from Hair Growth co and a cowash from AsIam, I'm noticing less breakage and more softer hair. not measuring yet so not sure the rate my hair grows.
I had to do a big chop this August because my hair was thinning out. It’s always your choice to do what you feel is right for your hair 😊. Happy new year
You did very well retaining all those inches. Have you decided who will be doing your silk press? I think you should keep the braids as they retain more moisture even though twists look prettier. I'm a braided natural well half braid and half canerow my hair doesn't like twists at all and start to loc too easily. Happy New Year when it arrives and i am looking forward to your 2025 hair journey.
@@LivingInTheShade 😫😫 I haven’t decided yet but I’ll know by next week and I’ll update you! I have to sit down and think of a game plan and what my next goals are
@@SharatiaBanks it showed that it was uploaded 5 hours ago for me when i saw it but it was wierd that i found it under your "week in my hair" playlist and did not show up under videos. I was confused at first but there were few views on it when i started watching. I always look out for your videos
Keep! 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽 I love subtitles, so i usually find myself using closed captions. Oh and Hi! 👋🏽. You said you were a foreigner, where are you from? Just curious. Also, have you tried my suggestion to unravel your braids (reverse braid). I think it helps.
@@sassys1240 hiiiiiiiii 😬 I’m from The Bahamas 🇧🇸❤️ I haven’t tried the tip yet because I just knew it wasn’t gonna work on these old and “matted” plaits lol I’m gonna try it when it’s more freshly done that way there’s no hair and curls to knot up
I think you'll have to redo your hair more with twist unless you do mini twist but those take more time and can get tangled. Ive liked plaits at the root and then twist so it last longer but easy to down. But you look beautiful either way you do it.
Hiiii~~ Okay, Length Retention!! 🎉 I'm finally done taking out my microlocs and initially started to do medium plaits, but you are correct in that they do take foreeeever. After about 2 rows, I decided to twist instead lol Now I'm trying to see if my scalp will last 2 weeks without washing since I only put a serum on my scalp when needed if it starts to feel dry. But I feel that using my scalp massager every day seems to help spread what little sebum I produce, spread fairly evenly❤
@SharatiaBanks Due to some medications I have to take, my scalp hasn't been happy - and I have to take these medications daily, so it was easier on my scalp to end that journey. I was just going to deal with it at first, but when my hair started thinning and getting more sensitive, that was it. I wanted to be able to do scalp mask/scalp health with easier access :)
You achieved alot of growth this 2024🎉 your consistency pays up. In my opinion on the trim I really think you shouldn't do big chop it'll set you back, rather trim 2 or 3 inches max then after like 4 months if needed you can cut less inches again. In my experience regular trim kind of keep you on the same length you barely retain more length
Wow Sharatia, I’m so proud of you for coming to America and establishing yourself so well 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾. The growth of your hair is crazy 😮! Where are you from?
Hi Sharatia, can you tell us in total how many inches your hair grew from January to December? I was guessing 8-9 inches. Im curious to know.🤨 🤔 🧐 Also, congratulations on being consistent. I’m going to challenge myself to do the same next year as well. Happy New Year!! 🎆 🎈 🎉
I'm good to mix up my journey this year and do both. I want to try braids for the first month. My hair usually doesn't like them, but i want to try them again. If i can then I'm going to braid the roots and twist the rest. Gotta listen to my hair right?
Hi Sharatia, would you also recommend washing your braids when it’s in extensions? I currently have hair extensions on and I’m wondering if it’s ok that way 😊
@@deborahadeniji2583 wellllllll thinking about your scalp I would say yes. But thinking about your strands, probably not. The extensions can cause it to be more weighed down which would cause breakage. But everyone’s hair is different so I can’t say for sure 🤗
I usually do twists in my hair cause it’s easier but do you think plaits make for a better protective style? I started doing my own hair in February of this year so I’m still knew to the whole thing
@@steexy_7vn plaits are DEF a better protective style. now that I can say I’ve done them and they worked, I think I want more convenience and aesthetics in my life (time wise lol) twists just look prettier lol
Hi. Been following your routine for about a year now. I had a question about hair shedding. I do my box braids in like shmedium size. I keep them in for about 2 months at a time. When I take out the braid I have clunks/balls of shed hair, especially at the root of the braid. the amount of shed hair that comes out, feels like it’s too much. I’m not sure if it’s because the braids are too small, too tight, or just my hair texture making it seem like a lot. I also wash & wet my hair multiple times a month due to religious reasons. So how can I avoice that much shed hair even with the washing?
@@NunusExperience hey! Seeing a ball of shed hair can be concerning for sure. Our hair sheds 50 strands a day. If you have your hair in plaits for 2 months without removing the shed hair then that would be a lot at one time. You can experiment and take a break for 2 months. Collect and save all shed hair and compare the balls.
New viewer! Do you part your hair wet or dry? I have so much trouble part my hair straight because my hair is fine, high density and long. It webs so easily. It was definitely easier when my hair was shorter. Also, do you drink or spray the tea on your scalp?
@@FTYC2022 baby I drankssss the tea (sometimes I put it on my hair but I’m a drinker).. it depends on the style I’m doing. I’ll part dry and stretched if doing braids and I’ll part wet if I’m doing twists.. And WELCOME!!!!!
@SharatiaBanks lol got it! I drink green tea as well but I spray the front portion of my scalp and edges with rosemary tea to help with any DHT hibernating there 😅
I feel like you should just cut little by little too! Twists/plaits i feel keeps that at bay even with the two different densities. It still looks good!!! Keep that length 😂
@@latrice313 growing an inch a month would be awesome, I wish!!!! (There were months that were half or less than that).. but I’d say it’s a combination of everything I’ve been doing consistently. I did notice that whenever I massage my head more frequently, I have better results that month. July didn’t grow and that was the month that I did take any vitamins, teas, massages, washes, nothing. And it showed when I did my length check.
Wow how in the world did you hair gain that much length in a year 😮? That is amazing. Maybe I need those vitamins. I think you should stick with the plaits because you already know it's working for you. If it ain't broke, don't fix it. 😊
I’m for the big chop. Health over length, I personally can’t stand having straggly ends and damaged hair for the sake of length. I’ve been growing out my hair with small trims and haircuts for over a year. I finally just cut the rest the damage off so now I have a healthy bob in time for the new year.
Please do twists 🥹 I was also doing plaits in 2024 and now am bored of them so am doing twists in 2025 because I also want to compare the two .it will be good if you can do twist for a few months then make a comparison video of the pros and cons of each 😊
I want to say twists sooooo bad. But they just don't last as long. And in my experience twist get much more matted so much easier than braids. Now maybe if/ when you're looking to do like a two week style without washing..... I'd choose twist
You should never de-tangle your hair wet or with conditioner. Using oil is best. You hair is weakest when wet and that's a scientific fact. when your hair is wet, compare it to being paralyzed, your hair can't fight back and it snaps easier, whereas if your hair was dry, it could hold strong. Detangling with conditioner leads to thinning which you can see that you have lower down your hair. Not all your strands are making it to the bottom. From Jan - Dec your hair is really thin, so your not maintaining as much as you think, possibly in just that one area. A video can only tell so much. You did really good, you just need a professional at this point. I would like to see you get a consult from a pro.
@@FTYC2022 I promise you that you will have less breakage every time you detangle dry with oil than using conditioner. Your hair should never be so tangled that you have to "paralyze" it with water to detangle. If it is, you need to re-thing your hair routine/practices. When you detangle dry, you wont have a shower/sink/paddle brush full of hair, promise you. Oil will give you enough slip over your cuticle to detangle without breaking your hair bonds or breaking your hair. Your hair don't need to be "soft" to detangle, you need the cuticles to lay down so that it won't catch on other hair's cuticles which can cause breakage.
@For_What I appreciate your tips. My hair is high density and fine. It webs easily and tangles no matter what style I do-granted pulling it up into a high bun makes it worse even if its undisturbed. I tried "oil only" and my hair broke at the ends and along the roots; I need dampness. I use the African Pride pre poo and it helps A LOT. I may try a flaxeed pre poo soon. My hair is almost waist-length. I don't think there is a one size fits all when it comes to detangling because our hair types are all so different.
@@For_What yes, scientifically speaking, hair is the weakest when it’s wet. BUT it is also the most malleable. With Afro kinky hair, it’s most manageable when it’s wet or have a moisturizing/hydrating agent. Everyone’s hair is different, so always do you. As for me and my strands, we sticking with conditioner 🤗 The ends of my hair are heat damaged So when I smooth conditioner on it, it looks a lot different than the roots.. drastically because I’ve smoothed it on heavily lol thus I am maintaining as much as I think 🤙🏾
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You’ve retained so much length 😍😍👏🏾. This is where consistency gets you. Love that for you & anyone who puts the work in when maintaining their natural hair. I definitely plan on being consistent this year. Tfs.
@@callmechichi1711 yes to consistencyyyyyyy 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾
Hey yall!!!! I added subtitles.. should I keep or nah?
Yes keep it momma!!!
@Mossybossy67 say less
Yes 🙌🏾
I love subtitles!!
@@miss.3175 same! I can’t hear without them
The growth from Jan to Dec is insane 😮! Don’t downplay it by saying others probably grew more, you 👏🏾 did 👏🏾 that👏🏾. I need to work on my consistency too. Can’t wait to see what you do in 2025
@@naturallyshen YOU’RE ABSOLUTELY RIGHT! thanks for that 💪🏾 we go this!
Consistency pays off! Now if you want to get a heavy trim, your ends will be thicker and you will retain length again to have even thicker hair by next year. Those vitamins though! How wonderful! I'm so happy for you!
@@a.violet5905 what can I sayyyyyyyy them vitamins did wonders 🤗🤗
@@SharatiaBanksI said Twist this time since u had Plaits just to see how things goes God bless Happy New Year of 2025 to me here in Florida ❤❤❤❤❤
Wow that length retention is super impressive!!
@@coco-dr3ii in January I would’ve never guessed lol
As someone with 4c hair myself i'd be very cautious with mini twist. Theres a reason hair twisting is whats used to create locs. When i did medium-large sized twist and washed my scalp once a week. By the second week my hair was immensely locing. I believe its because the water causes the hair to expand in the loose twist and when it dries it shrinks back up. This process causes strand to intertwine and matt together.
With mini braids the hair is constricted and lengthened so as long as you moisturize regularly you won't deal with that issue. You mentioned your hair was 4a so maybe you wont deal with this problem but just be careful.
@@Jem5122 that just may be a common thing amongst type 4 hair (I’m a,b,c,d,e,f,g) twists used to make it so much more difficult to unravel if it wet them. I was thinking if I do it, then redo and wash every 2 weeks. Idk how my scalp will take it but I like experimenting lol
i will never make the mistake of washing my hair in twists again 😂😭😂
@@gibbygibbygibby7237 I was absolutely shook!!!!! Never again as well. Mini braids all the way
Agree! Twisting and then washing the hair is a HUGE no no!
@@auntiez49174c hair is the only hair that has the ability to loc up and intertwine naturally. The Most High makes no mistakes, we are meant to rock loc styles.
Redoing my plaits now😊 your the first person I've seen doing this method and ad first I just watched. Now I'm doing the things and seeing the growth 🎉 thank you for sharing your journey
@@JMARTIQUÉ YES GROWTHHHHHHHHHHH
@SharatiaBanks I just finished lol I did them smaller and I love it. I do need to do two over to make them lay seamless.I think I will just wash my hair in the plaits this time and redo them.
Congratulations on obtaining your greencard!!!!! You are accomplishing so much!!!! Proud to watch you flourish ❤❤❤ You go girl!!!!!! xo🥰
@@cathygreaves647 😂😂 idk why that’s so funny but YAYYY GREEN CARD
😅 May I ask where you immigrated from? @@SharatiaBanks
@@pinkclouds890 BAHAMASSSSSS 🇧🇸
@@SharatiaBanks Bahamian princess 👌🏿 okay cool! I don't even notice an accent so I'm surprised you aren't from here.
Congratulations on retaining all of that length! Your hard work and care for your hair showed amazing results!
@@whatdreamsaremadeof3029 yesssss! Thank you
your hair looks beautiful in the twists but I know you as the braids girl and that's why I followed you at first 😂 but whatever you do it's going to be beautiful
@@Justediting-y3n not me being the braids girl lol
the hair growth is insane!! love this for you 🤎
@@JulianAlbino thanks so much!
Heyy!!! So much growth!!!! I can't wait to see the final results!!! Your silk press will be beautiful!!!! ❤❤❤🙌🏾
@@cathygreaves647 I’m so excited to do it Cathy!!!
OMG wowwwww. I must say you did the damn thing 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾 Looks like retained allll the inches. Well even more than that since you've trimmed throughout the process too. Can't wait to see what you decide to do in the new year. And even if you cut it, at least you know what to do to get those inches back. Huge congrats and an early Happy New Year to you 🎉🎉🎉🥰
Thanks sooooo much!
@SharatiaBanks you're so very welcome 🥰
Gonna start this same regimen January 1st. My hair is about 20 inch now and waist length
@@sharonlittle7067 oooooo! Let’s goooo
I love the braids on you but those twists looked so goodttt sis
@@youlandadevonish6545 🤗🤗 thank you
Yes, i would love to see you do twists. Im going to start my journal and journey next year as well. You've also inspired me to document my journey as well.
@@NarcissisticAtreya ohhhhh a journal you say!!! 🤔😏📝 that’s smart
Hi Sharatia! Also same I keep buying silk scrunchies and they keep vanishing lol
@@whatdreamsaremadeof3029 It’s gotta be a sick joke but this has gone too far!
Your hair is so beautiful your consistency is unmatched in my book lol
@@DearAmeerah 🥹🥹 thanks for noticing
Your hair is sooo thick💗!!
Also, you've inspired me to do this next year
@AleroAdebisi so excited for you!
I found you only a few months ago but have enjoyed the journey I saw. Looking forward to future videos for the new year
@@LeilaVividSounds Thanks for sticking aroundddddd!!
I enjoyed watching your hair journey this year! It really just zoomed by. You did well girl!! 👏👏💕🥰 Those plaits will get you where you want to go quick, but twists are softer looking, and they require more attention. If you have the time, try twists. I was plaited most of the year and my hair retained some good length! BUT I had a setback with Shea butter, so I had to switch to twists. Now I’m on a ‘slow and steady’ race. 😅
@@A_Wilson it really did! The Year said hi👋🏾 …. bye ✌🏾 lol
@@A_Wilson congrats on your growth though 😃
Love the twists! Nice hair and EXCELLENT GROWTH! 🎉🥳💜
@@Valoola22 thanks 🫶🏾
Okay I see the growth, I am definitely going to follow your routine next year. January 1st I am getting my cut so I can go on my journey. Definitely going to get me a white shirt, maker, a get a routine down, instead of twist and braids I am doing cornrows minimum 8 and maximum 10.
@@ShesGotRoots thanks for reminding me! I have to get a new shirt 🤦🏾♀️😂 congratulations on your new journey. We’re rooting for you, WE ARE ALL ROOTING FOR YOU!
That edge booster mousse was the bomb on your edges. I need to give it a try.
@@youlandadevonish6545 honestly should’ve been in my fav products list for 2024 but I mostly use it on my wigs
Love the dance moves. Your hair is beautiful. Enjoy your hard work.
Definetly plaits. If its not broken, don’t fix it. I tried twist and saw very little retention, so this year, I’m doing plaits. If I remember, I’ll update in December
Very Motivating. Thank you it helps others not to give up.
@@daphventurer7475 and I really hope we don’t give up 💪🏾
20:30 The twists look great and that's typically how I styled my hair for most of my journey, but just be prepared for a bit more webbing and tangling at roots and midshaft if you want to keep them in more than 2weeks. I have a lot of hair, but my strands are fine, similar to yours, and that has been my experience. You'll definitely want to find a moisturizer with a little hold or maybe use a moisturizing mousse 😊.
@@FTYC2022 thanks for the suggestions ❤️🙏🏾
I love your hair!!! It’s so beautiful❤️❤️❤️you should also place lil hair jewelry on some of your braids. That would be so cute especially on the two braids you allowed down in the front of your face after tying your hair back at the beginning of the video
@@kaylawarner5487 ooooooooo!!! That’s would be so cute!!! Thank you
Thanks so much for ur braids tip i started at shoulder and ending at almost bra strap length, tho i wasn't consistent but the 3-4months i was i saw immense growth. I relaxed tho but i enjoy your content 😊. God bless you and see you in 2025❤
@@deborahchinazaekpere YASSSSSSSSS
Wow Sharatia 😮 Thanks for the motivation!
@@theemoelmodelmo 💪🏾💪🏾 you got this!
The growth is crazy!! I personally would've taken the braids down before washing it. It just seems easier cause my hair likes to knot up easy.
Girl i am so happy for you.
@@arlenelee3881 🥹🥹 thank you
I remember when you first started! I’m hoping to be more consistent in my routine! Oh and figure out how to do plaits on “wet” hair since I’ taking a break from heat!
@@miss.3175 ohhhh plaits on wet hair would be gorgeous!
"January is in a couple of days" ouch that hurt more than expected. 😭😭😭
@@TheFeminineLinguist it doesn’t feel real 🤔
You did that! The growth is amazing ❤. You and I actually went to college together in HSV, you were Sharatia C. back then 😊. Sending love!
@@abigailambrose7863 hey girl! How are you?
You're my motivation, I want to be BSL this year, I'm at shoulder length and finally being consistent with my routine and products. Im using products from Hair Growth co and a cowash from AsIam, I'm noticing less breakage and more softer hair. not measuring yet so not sure the rate my hair grows.
@@roseglitter6786 measureeeeeeeee! But as long as you feel and see the difference that’s more important ❤️❤️
The thing about twists is that the unravel and you'd have to do them more often, i think alternating between them each redo is a good idea.
@@roseglitter6786 alternating would be doable for sure 👌🏾
I had to do a big chop this August because my hair was thinning out. It’s always your choice to do what you feel is right for your hair 😊. Happy new year
@@asyburon442 loveeeeee this response thank you 🙏🏾
@@asyburon442 how’s your hair now?
You did very well retaining all those inches. Have you decided who will be doing your silk press? I think you should keep the braids as they retain more moisture even though twists look prettier. I'm a braided natural well half braid and half canerow my hair doesn't like twists at all and start to loc too easily. Happy New Year when it arrives and i am looking forward to your 2025 hair journey.
@@LivingInTheShade 😫😫 I haven’t decided yet but I’ll know by next week and I’ll update you! I have to sit down and think of a game plan and what my next goals are
@@LivingInTheShade tbh cornrows don’t sound too bad 🤔 📝
@@LivingInTheShade I’m the same way with the twists!! Gotta redo them faster than plaits lol
@@SharatiaBanksI can't wait, I'm invested in your journey.
Do twists! I'm doing twists too❤ Congratulations on your length retention 🎉
@@naturallychilled3939 I think I will frfr
@SharatiaBanks Yaaasss!!!
Try TGIN hair styling gel it don’t flake and I love it
@@ayshadrammeh bet, say less!
TWISTS!!!! ✨
@@tiffanycummings2079 😌😌
Hi Sharatia. I think you should do next year in twists that way you could have a good comparison for the method you used.
@@amandalewis1247 how’d you even see this if it wasn’t even live?!?!? 👀👀
@@amandalewis1247 also… THATS A GREAT IDEA!
@@SharatiaBanks it showed that it was uploaded 5 hours ago for me when i saw it but it was wierd that i found it under your "week in my hair" playlist and did not show up under videos. I was confused at first but there were few views on it when i started watching. I always look out for your videos
@@amandalewis1247 oh wowwwwww! lol RUclips trippin
@@amandalewis1247 and thanks for always showing up ❤️❤️
The progress is awesome ❤
@@JoyBNaturals thanks for the love ❤️
heyy~~I love the twist!!
Keep! 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽 I love subtitles, so i usually find myself using closed captions. Oh and Hi! 👋🏽. You said you were a foreigner, where are you from? Just curious.
Also, have you tried my suggestion to unravel your braids (reverse braid). I think it helps.
@@sassys1240 hiiiiiiiii 😬 I’m from The Bahamas 🇧🇸❤️ I haven’t tried the tip yet because I just knew it wasn’t gonna work on these old and “matted” plaits lol I’m gonna try it when it’s more freshly done that way there’s no hair and curls to knot up
Gonna use some of these tips
@@naibunty8909 yay! Lemme know how it works out for you
Your twists look so cute! Teach me your ways 😩. I have a hard time trying to twist from the root & my twists just look loose looking.
@@callmechichi1711 thanksssss I think it’s the conditioner and the fact that it’s “dry” cause my twists normally plump more look looser lol
I think you'll have to redo your hair more with twist unless you do mini twist but those take more time and can get tangled. Ive liked plaits at the root and then twist so it last longer but easy to down. But you look beautiful either way you do it.
@@TamikaMichelle ohhh that’s smart! My tangles are at the ends though.. any suggestions?
Hiiii~~ Okay, Length Retention!! 🎉
I'm finally done taking out my microlocs and initially started to do medium plaits, but you are correct in that they do take foreeeever. After about 2 rows, I decided to twist instead lol Now I'm trying to see if my scalp will last 2 weeks without washing since I only put a serum on my scalp when needed if it starts to feel dry. But I feel that using my scalp massager every day seems to help spread what little sebum I produce, spread fairly evenly❤
@@kwest1401 congratulations on the completion the loc removal!!! What made you wanna do that?
@SharatiaBanks Due to some medications I have to take, my scalp hasn't been happy - and I have to take these medications daily, so it was easier on my scalp to end that journey. I was just going to deal with it at first, but when my hair started thinning and getting more sensitive, that was it. I wanted to be able to do scalp mask/scalp health with easier access :)
TWISTS! 😊
@@7mountaineer 😏😏
I think you should alternate between the twists and plaits so you don’t get bored ❤
You achieved alot of growth this 2024🎉 your consistency pays up. In my opinion on the trim I really think you shouldn't do big chop it'll set you back, rather trim 2 or 3 inches max then after like 4 months if needed you can cut less inches again. In my experience regular trim kind of keep you on the same length you barely retain more length
Wow Sharatia, I’m so proud of you for coming to America and establishing yourself so well 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾. The growth of your hair is crazy 😮!
Where are you from?
@@theresalucas9477 thank you! Bahamas 🇧🇸
HIIIIII, can you make a video showing how u wrap your hair in a scarf step by step plsss
@shemikawilliams5723 hey hi hello! I go into detail in #9 and #3 week in my hair videos 🤗🤗
Beautiful woman and beautiful hair!
@@ce6985 thank you 🥹
Hi Sharatia, can you tell us in total how many inches your hair grew from January to December? I was guessing 8-9 inches. Im curious to know.🤨 🤔 🧐
Also, congratulations on being consistent. I’m going to challenge myself to do the same next year as well.
Happy New Year!! 🎆 🎈 🎉
@@yv8740 ohhhh I didn’t think to measure it!!!! I’ll show that next week! And thankssss
@@yv8740 HAPPY NEW YEAR TO YOU!
Awesome! My pleasure Sharatia. 😊
I'm good to mix up my journey this year and do both. I want to try braids for the first month. My hair usually doesn't like them, but i want to try them again. If i can then I'm going to braid the roots and twist the rest. Gotta listen to my hair right?
@@sassys1240 Yup! Gotta listen to your hair 😌 how’s your hair journey going now?
Twists for next year please 😊❤
Great job for 2024 🎉🎉🎉❤
@@Dionne1844 I like that there are many rooting for the twists 😌
@@Dionne1844 and thanks 🙏🏾
YOU ARE DOPPE. NEW SUBBIEEE 😊
You are hilarious 😂 lolnice hair👌🏽✨
@@GrowingGoodHair thanks 😊
@SharatiaBanks you're welcome 🤗
Do twists. They make your hair look thicker 😊.
@@Frankeethefreespirit they doooo
Hi Sharatia, would you also recommend washing your braids when it’s in extensions? I currently have hair extensions on and I’m wondering if it’s ok that way 😊
@@deborahadeniji2583 wellllllll thinking about your scalp I would say yes. But thinking about your strands, probably not. The extensions can cause it to be more weighed down which would cause breakage. But everyone’s hair is different so I can’t say for sure 🤗
I WANNA SEE TWIST!!
@@SoupEmpress bet
How often do you wash your hair ?
@@ambertate4316 I try to wash weekly if I can’t, then 10-14 days
Link for glass tea cups?🤩
@@miss.3175 ooooooh my mom bought those so I have no idea 😅
Your hair is so beautiful. Keep doing what is best for you. 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾🤎🤎🤎🤎
@@AuthorLHollingsworth 🫶🏾🫶🏾 Thank you
I usually do twists in my hair cause it’s easier but do you think plaits make for a better protective style? I started doing my own hair in February of this year so I’m still knew to the whole thing
@@steexy_7vn plaits are DEF a better protective style. now that I can say I’ve done them and they worked, I think I want more convenience and aesthetics in my life (time wise lol) twists just look prettier lol
@@steexy_7vn you basically had them for almost a year! That’s awesome!
@@SharatiaBanks Thanks for letting me know! I’m gonna try it out the next time I do my hair and I’ll report back with the results.
Twistssssss
@@danlyxo twists are def winning
@@danlyxo 😌😌
Twists!!
@@JazzyFro I just may do that frfr
@SharatiaBanks So, do you still have the old revair or did you get rid of it?
@@sassys1240 still in my closet 😬
@SharatiaBanks Have you thought about what you're going to do with it? I would take it off your hands.
Twists!
@@HeyTashHey bet
Hey girl hey! 👋🏽
@@alixgiggles5329 heyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy
Congrats on your green card! Where are you originally from?
Thank you!! Bahamas 🇧🇸
Hi. Been following your routine for about a year now. I had a question about hair shedding. I do my box braids in like shmedium size. I keep them in for about 2 months at a time. When I take out the braid I have clunks/balls of shed hair, especially at the root of the braid. the amount of shed hair that comes out, feels like it’s too much. I’m not sure if it’s because the braids are too small, too tight, or just my hair texture making it seem like a lot. I also wash & wet my hair multiple times a month due to religious reasons. So how can I avoice that much shed hair even with the washing?
@@NunusExperience hey! Seeing a ball of shed hair can be concerning for sure. Our hair sheds 50 strands a day. If you have your hair in plaits for 2 months without removing the shed hair then that would be a lot at one time. You can experiment and take a break for 2 months. Collect and save all shed hair and compare the balls.
@ thank you!😊
@@NunusExperience sure thing 🫶🏾
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@@divalicious6308 🫶🏾🫶🏾
New viewer! Do you part your hair wet or dry? I have so much trouble part my hair straight because my hair is fine, high density and long. It webs so easily. It was definitely easier when my hair was shorter.
Also, do you drink or spray the tea on your scalp?
@@FTYC2022 baby I drankssss the tea (sometimes I put it on my hair but I’m a drinker).. it depends on the style I’m doing. I’ll part dry and stretched if doing braids and I’ll part wet if I’m doing twists.. And WELCOME!!!!!
@SharatiaBanks lol got it! I drink green tea as well but I spray the front portion of my scalp and edges with rosemary tea to help with any DHT hibernating there 😅
@@FTYC2022 lol at hibernating
I feel like you should just cut little by little too! Twists/plaits i feel keeps that at bay even with the two different densities. It still looks good!!! Keep that length 😂
@@JazzyFro yeaaaaaa you’re right 😂
@SharatiaBanks #BackToCrack hair 😂
@@JazzyFro and you know this mayneeeeee
I want to start mine this year 😂 y'all pray for me I hope ro retain massive length 😊
@@eliginalschool you got this 💪🏾💪🏾
I wanna see you try twist
@@doreendiary I may just do that 😏
6:15 Trying not to be rude. So "Hi" 😌😂😂. You'll get it when you watch the video
@@TamunotonyeWakama lol! Hiiiiiii
What do you think out of all your routine could be the cause of you being able to gain an inch of growth a month? You grew a lot in a year!
@@latrice313 growing an inch a month would be awesome, I wish!!!! (There were months that were half or less than that).. but I’d say it’s a combination of everything I’ve been doing consistently. I did notice that whenever I massage my head more frequently, I have better results that month. July didn’t grow and that was the month that I did take any vitamins, teas, massages, washes, nothing. And it showed when I did my length check.
Wow how in the world did you hair gain that much length in a year 😮? That is amazing. Maybe I need those vitamins.
I think you should stick with the plaits because you already know it's working for you. If it ain't broke, don't fix it. 😊
@@stephanies3862 thankssss I’m still shocked myself tbh 🫢… as for the plaits… it’s the time 😫😮💨
Where are you from ?
Bahamas 🇧🇸
Continue with the twists. It's just easier.
@@nubianbeautyqueen3044 it really is 😮💨
Twists
@@naibunty8909 😮💨😮💨
Hey 👋
@@clemmieivy338 HEY HEY HEY 👋🏾
Twist
hiii
@@SoupEmpress HEYYYYYYY
Hey
@tendaichipo hi there!
i say just cut your hair up to the January’s line so it can have most of the damage off
@@deviinp oooooo that’s smart! I wouldn’t have to deal with so much of the different textures!
I think you'd look really pretty with a big chop.
@@tav_princessprincess3770 thankssssss! I’m thinking shoulder length 😏😏 a nice bob! One length all around would be excitinggggggggg.
I’m for the big chop. Health over length, I personally can’t stand having straggly ends and damaged hair for the sake of length. I’ve been growing out my hair with small trims and haircuts for over a year. I finally just cut the rest the damage off so now I have a healthy bob in time for the new year.
Please do twists 🥹 I was also doing plaits in 2024 and now am bored of them so am doing twists in 2025 because I also want to compare the two .it will be good if you can do twist for a few months then make a comparison video of the pros and cons of each 😊
I thought I was doing something wrong because the hair is coming out of the plaits😭 I guess it's normal
Hi
@@halimaabdurrahman1067 HI 👋🏾
I want to say twists sooooo bad. But they just don't last as long. And in my experience twist get much more matted so much easier than braids. Now maybe if/ when you're looking to do like a two week style without washing..... I'd choose twist
hi lol
@@rebeccalove9398 hiiiii *Stitch voice* 👾
Jesus Christ loves you unconditionally 💞
@@childlikefaithinjesus amen! Yes! He is good all the time
You should never de-tangle your hair wet or with conditioner. Using oil is best. You hair is weakest when wet and that's a scientific fact. when your hair is wet, compare it to being paralyzed, your hair can't fight back and it snaps easier, whereas if your hair was dry, it could hold strong. Detangling with conditioner leads to thinning which you can see that you have lower down your hair. Not all your strands are making it to the bottom. From Jan - Dec your hair is really thin, so your not maintaining as much as you think, possibly in just that one area. A video can only tell so much. You did really good, you just need a professional at this point. I would like to see you get a consult from a pro.
How do you detangle dry hair with oil and avoid breakage. Shouldn't the hair at least be slightly damp so that it's pliable? Oil doesn't soften
@@FTYC2022 I promise you that you will have less breakage every time you detangle dry with oil than using conditioner. Your hair should never be so tangled that you have to "paralyze" it with water to detangle. If it is, you need to re-thing your hair routine/practices. When you detangle dry, you wont have a shower/sink/paddle brush full of hair, promise you. Oil will give you enough slip over your cuticle to detangle without breaking your hair bonds or breaking your hair. Your hair don't need to be "soft" to detangle, you need the cuticles to lay down so that it won't catch on other hair's cuticles which can cause breakage.
@For_What I appreciate your tips. My hair is high density and fine. It webs easily and tangles no matter what style I do-granted pulling it up into a high bun makes it worse even if its undisturbed. I tried "oil only" and my hair broke at the ends and along the roots; I need dampness. I use the African Pride pre poo and it helps A LOT. I may try a flaxeed pre poo soon. My hair is almost waist-length. I don't think there is a one size fits all when it comes to detangling because our hair types are all so different.
@@For_What yes, scientifically speaking, hair is the weakest when it’s wet. BUT it is also the most malleable. With Afro kinky hair, it’s most manageable when it’s wet or have a moisturizing/hydrating agent. Everyone’s hair is different, so always do you. As for me and my strands, we sticking with conditioner 🤗
The ends of my hair are heat damaged So when I smooth conditioner on it, it looks a lot different than the roots.. drastically because I’ve smoothed it on heavily lol thus I am maintaining as much as I think 🤙🏾
@FTYC2022 Oil isn't enough to soften my hair either. It has to be at least damp and oiled for me to detangle to reduce breakage.