I Didn’t Get Good Hair | A Hair Story
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- Опубликовано: 31 мар 2021
- LaToya Ebony’s 4c natural hair journey featuring the Royal Oils collection.
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My hair story began the way I imagine most natural hair journeys begin in America; a lot of curiosity, anxiety, and confusion. I unfortunately, could not trace my lineage back to its roots so it left me with a lot of questions about who I am and what my hair actually looked like without a chemical relaxer. The biggest question of all was, could I love my true appearance regardless.
There’s been a lot of shame surrounding black people’s hair primarily since America’s involvement in the slave trade began in the 1800s. That criticism let to a lot of systemic racism that led to poverty and low self esteem for many people of African descent. Of course that’s the simplified version, but it’s also the truth.
I’ve decided to tell my hair story not only to invite you to understand my relationship with my hair, but to illustrate my connection to the stories of millions of black and brown people across the world.
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As a woman with 4c hair, my channel offers fun and easy-to-digest natural haircare tips and hairstyling how-to videos for women with type 4 hair. I want to inspire women to confidently showcase their highly textured hair to the world. So go 'head, sis, and let that crowned melanin GLOW!
I have big chopped twice, texturized, and gone back to natural, so I get it. I'm here to help. You'll also find feminine outfit ideas for athletic body types, and fitness motivation.
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I’ve been natural, texturized, and back to natural again.
Natural Hair 1
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On Natural 4c Hair (5 years and 6 months)
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Transition: 1 year 5 months
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4 Years natural December 20, 2020
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What an honor it’s been to share a piece of my life’s story with you. Thank you for allowing the space and time for me to share my experiences and what I’ve learned throughout the years. Much much more to come. It’s not over yet! ❤️🙌🏾
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Here we go with some dumb thumbs down. Why? What's to dislike about another person's journey? That makes me so mad!
ANYWAY I came to share and remind you of how pivotal you were in my confidence to stop relaxing my hair. While we did that show (before you relaxed again) we had many conversations, including about your mom's feedback...which also made me mad, but your knowledge and that gorgeous hair really helped my perspective. During that show I was wearing twist outs; when the show ended I kept doing that as a way to convince myself I didn't need to straighten my hair. 6ish months after that show I did my chop. It was my third intention to go natural and I have you among those to thank for me finally doing it. I haven't looked back. So, thank you, again.
@@ElanaElyce right?!?!?! What kind of evil miserable person would thumbs down someone's personal journey video😡????? I feel honor that she even shared it with us!
I get these comments too for my mom. She says my hair is nappy and ugly and I need to straighten it a little.
@@apara2005 someone probably accidentally hit the wrong thumb by mistake, someone who hasn't had their eye appointment during the pandemic year, and didn't realize it. I've done that before but caught it and changed it.
Latoya, YOU ARE SO DOPE!!!! ( I'm so old school, LOL🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣) I'm sure all your subbies can agree with me when I say, WE LOVE YOU & APPRECIATE YOU for such a BEAUTIFULLY put together sponsorship.💜💜💜💙💙💙💎💎💎💎 I definitely related to how you felt when first deciding to go natural, back to perm, & back natural again.🤓🤓🤓🤓🤓🤓 It's wonderful to know the information you gave about the Royal Oils collection🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗 Congratulations with this well deserved sponsorship!!!! I will be rewinding this video often!!!🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗 GREAT, GREAT video!!!! Inspiring, heartfelt, I can't say enough about this video. YOU ROCK as usual!!!!! SHADAZZLE, Bluejazzle🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉💎💎💎💎 You know I'm getting some popcorn and watching this again....🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗 This is going into the archives for sure!!!! I'm being long winded, buuuuttt this should be viral!!!!💜💜💜💜💛💛💛💛💛💛💚💚💚💚💚💙💙💙💙💙💙🎊🎊🎊🎊🎊🎊🎊🎊🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 Sending HUGE HUGS right back to you🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶💟💟💟💟💟💟💟💟💟💟💖💖💖💖💖 YAAAAASSSSS, It IS only just the beginning!!!!! 😎😎😎🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗
Oh I never knew my father either. I was told he left when I was 1. My hair Journey is interesting. Thanks for sharing your journey.
"I didn't get good hair. I got phenomenal hair." - I felt that in my soul ❤️😭
That’s what I’m TALKING ABOUT!!!
In my soul !!! Exactly !
Felt this whole video in my soul. Much needed.
Amen!!🌼🌼🌼
4C hair is ugly and nasty lol there is a reason nobody wants that shit and it’s called bad.
That good hair bad hair mentality is prevalent in the Caribbean esp Jamaica. Always have to check my mom on this
facts. I'm caribbean american from various backgrounds and I had to teach at a young age the magic of hair
Me too.
Not only Jamaica. Latin America, and Africa. Straight hair and lighter skin is the gold standard.Her hair is so natural and beautiful, now.
You sound like satire
@@lesterchestersylvesterthem580 You could have chosen to just shut up but here you are. The good hair bad hair situation was not borne from from some innate primitive mate selection system we all have in us but rather from colonialism and white supremacy. And I'm sure it's also the reason people would choose looser curl patterns.
You look just like your mom and your son looks just like you...beautiful
As I age, I see my mother in my face more and more. Genetics are amazing.
U read my mind. Beautiful family with strong genes.
Im 40 years old , I’m not sure how I ended up here but I am . And I watched your video .I’m crying so hard . Tears of joy ! Our hair is beautiful, unique..it grows up and out instead of down , it defies gravity, seasons ...they have been lying to us this whole time . Trust me guys . They are jealous.It took 28 years for me to realize this . Read history, research on you tube . People are paying money to have your hair texture. Be blessed
Right?!?!!? And plus we have Effortless volume for dayyyys. People would kill for our big hair.
Yeeeeeesssss they didn’t want us to know what we REALLY HAVE!!! And baybaaaayyyyy we have EVERYTHING!!!
❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ *big hugs* Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave this beautiful comment. There is a long history of not accepting what is not understood and I believe our hair unfortunately fell into that trap. I’m so happy that the information available today helps so many of us. ❤️
@@Timetrae I feel your words in my soul !!! Yes sista !!!
Say that sis!!!! It took me 30 years to realize I was blessed with PHENOMENAL hair!!! Thank you Latoya Ebony form Chi Town!!!! Midwest girl here!!!!!
Anyone who doesn’t love their “bad hair” would love their phenomenal hair after watching this. Great job.
Sadly, i dont...😔
@@nygal6288 are you saying you don’t love your hair.
Even as a "white" person with very strange acting, untameable, frizzy hair, it seriously helps me to see people loving their hair despite having "worse" hair than I do.
@@Kim-addie1 yes, & plz dnt say "i dnt love myself", cuz i do. 4c hair is a VERY difficult texture..ive had days where i cried handling it..need i say more??
@@nygal6288 I would never say that. I totally understand because there are days when I want to cut off all of mine.
I never realized how brave I was to go natural before it was a trend. Meaning late 90s early 2000s. I refused to let someone else’s standard of beauty define me and yes I got ridiculed for it but I could not care and I’m grateful for it
Wow! I wasn't expecting this type of quality. Impressed 😍 also, 2010 LaToya was adorable. 2021 LaToya is a Queen👑
Thank you so much! I’ve always loved story telling and I’m so happy to get to share my creativity with everyone. ❤️
So very well said! I totally agree!
This is so beautiful ❤ I'm not sure natural hair influencers know how important they are. You’ve (and other people like you) have inspired me and this whole new generation to love our hair. I couldn’t be any more grateful 🥰
😭 Thank you so much. You know, without so many people following us we’d just be talking to the wind lol! The feeling is mutual. Thank YOU for supporting us. *hugs*
@@LaToyaEbonyHair hugs 🥰
I just finished crying about mines a month ago and I'm 45. I went natural three years ago and it has been a journey. I hate the way we were programmed to hate our hair the way it was made to be. I'm still struggling with it.
The fact that you can make a sponsored video so personal is amazing! I love all your videos and this one was no different. Great job sis!
Thank you so much. That means a lot to me. ❤️
This video was everything!! So inspiring!!! Thanks for everything you've added to the culture over the years. LOVE YA!
Aww thank you sis! Right back at ya! 😉❤️❤️❤️❤️
this was created soooo beautifully wow! I've never seen a sponsorship done this way! great job! ❤️
Kristine, thank you so much. I worked really hard to make sure my story stayed true to me. They’ve really listened and allowed me to keep my creative freedom. That’s important to me and I know it’s important for you all as well. So thank you for leaving such an amazing supportive comment. ❤️
I agree!
Wow, RUclipsrs do not provide this type of sponsored content. How amazing!!!! You outdid yourself. ❤️
I remember when you did a video on your hair being nappy and you cried so hard. I felt so sorry for you because the Most High God doesn’t make any mistakes with the hair he/she chose for US!! Just thank The Most High that your hair doesn’t get LICE.
Id like 2 see tht video cuz thts basically where im at now, unfortunately!! 😢
@Empty Nester you are so right, the Most High does not make mistakes and HE does all things well. And He cares about everything that concerns us and loves us just the way He made us.
Wow this is such a phenomenal video 🥺❤️ this is one of the most inspiring and tastefully done sponsorships I have seen on YT. Thank you for taking the natural hair community back to its roots on what it really means to be proud of the hair that grows out of our heads 💁🏾♀️ You are truly a gem 💎
The difference between the hair texture dry then wet is something else...we really do have amazing hair.
I have cried! Big ugly snotty tears. You are amazing and you have phenomenal hair and talent. Well done Toya.
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Thank you, LaToya, for sharing your authentic self with us. So much of your life story is Our story. Your story is beautiful, as is your hair, as are you! Much love from an almost 75 year old sister to you.
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I need more black female experiences. I didnt know you went through so much. Im so impressed. My shero!!!
I love a good hair story 💙
Thank you for stopping by to hear it. ❤️
First of all, Davinci is adorable. Secondly, Thanks for sharing your story. I have 4C hair, but my mom's natural hair is straight and waist-length. So my whole life I've constantly heard people say that I didn't get the "good hair". Well, they're wrong. 4C hair is beautiful and unique. Everyone also needs to learn that It's common for African Americans to have different hair textures within our immediate families due to a mix of Native American ancestry and the horrors of forcible violation during U.S. slavery.
Only a very small percentage of Black Americans have Native American DNA and the majority of Black Americans who have European lineage do so because of interracial marriage, not because of rape. Also Black people are the most diverse group of people. People in Africa with no admixture have a range of skin colors and hair textures. I don't know why people insist on attributing our beauty and/or diversity to race mixing when the MAJORITY of Black people (including Black Americans) are not mixed.
@@ct5951 I don't want to distract from Toya's wonderful video so I'm gonna keep it brief. Unless you are a descendant of a family who can and have traced both their legacy as slaves in the American South all the way back to the 1700's as well as their Native American lineage STFU. Truly ST all the way the FU you ignorant twit who I wasn't even talking to. No Black American who descends from formerly enslaved people in this country needs to explain anything to you or anyone else. We survived. We endure. AND our hair is gorgeous.
Like it was said, I don’t want to go too far from the intent of this beautiful video either.....There is though, a part of your comment @Blaze Hot, that needs correcting.
RAPE is the primary cause of the racial diversity that is buried within the #dna of most Black People.
Slaves weren’t even “allowed” to wed each other lawfully. Interracial unions absolutely weren’t ordained by any church, and even less occurring; were those couples; the couples what we see represented by interracial couples today. It was the “Passing” community of Black people that were more likely to be in interracial relationships.
So although it MAY have happened; not nearly in the numbers that would have been necessary to account for the consistent presence of European/Other #dna found in most Black Americans.
FYI....approximately 20% of the average Black persons #dna IS from “non-African” origins.
Self- reported African Americans averaged to 0.8% Native American ancestry.👀
Keeping in mind; it is not determined what part of this figure has been authenticated by #dna analysis. Js
This was like a mini movie. Loved it 🥰
I love how that photo of Normani was included @2:38 and how it juat fitted right in the 90’s era. shot from her ‘recent’ music video gheheheh😍
SIS!!!! This video was phenomenal! 🥰Thanks for sharing and for calling us Black! ✊🏾
This was so well done! You are a phenomenal content creator and your story is inspiring. Your father doesn't know what he missed; any parent would be so proud of you.
THANK YOU SIS!!! Your hair is a very personal thing! And again I'm so thankful that you shared your story with us because a lot of us before we went natural felt the way you felt. Once again thank you sis.
We have over four hundred years of knowledge to regain. Out hair is neither good or bad. We just didn't have to knowledge of who we are. Now we do amen.
When you said I didnt get good hair. I got phenomenal hair. I screamed so loud!! Yaaas!
I strongly suggest that u write about ur hair journey. I firmly believe ur story would be a blessing to naturals, new naturals, and those still on the fence. I'd buy it....
unless I can get a free copy for suggesting it. 😏
LaToya you kinda look like Kyla Pratt, also I love your hair, it’s gorgeous ❤️
You’re amazing beyond words. Thank you for being you.
I had a conversation with my sister about this topic and you explained it so well! She has what's called 'good hair' and I was blessed with 'bad hair'.
At the end of the day all hair is good hair. We just need to learn that new mentality.
Thank you!
Just BEAUTIFUL! Thank you for sharing 😍
Aww thank you Cali! My sista from another mista ❤️
This was a beautiful video. I remember watching that 24yr old you video about going natural before I big chopped. It made me angry that people were making you feel bad for wanting the hair that literally grows out your head.. That video was one of the reason why I finally did it 🙂. I was like I dare anyone to tell me something. My body my choice is not just for reproduction issues! Thank you for sharing.
😭 You remember?! Wow, that means you’ve followed my journey for over 10 years with channel changes and all. Thank you so much! ❤️
@@LaToyaEbonyHair - I only found your channel last summer. I like to watch old videos as well so I can learn the journey of the people I subscribe to 🙂
I wish this was a 45 minute long documentary 😭😭😭 thank you for this video❤ this is so personal and I feel so embraced? Thank you SO MUCH
You did this 👏🏽🙌🏽 everything you said I felt. I’m mixed and my brother got the “good hair “ but the longer my hair gets I’m starting to appreciate my curls. So thank you for sharing your story with us.
New subbie! I’m 40 years old and still struggle with loving my 4C hair. I felt every word you said in this video. 💜
This is so emotional. Awesome video
From the storyline to the narration to the visual support. 10/10
This is one of the best hair videos I've seen in a loooong time, you did that sis, so inspiring!
Okay, I’m only 4 minutes in and I’m in tears. What an amazing video! 💜
I HAD TO COMMENT THIS WAS SO BEAUTIFUL IN EVERY WAY!!!.THANK YOU FOR SHARING A PIECE OF YOU!!!
Thanks for sharing the shadow side of why BW are obsessed with our hair. We are ASHAMED of our kinks. Which is a great travesty since hair is so connected to our self esteem as women in general and BW in particular. I started locking my hair 2 years ago and haven’t looked back! I finally feel at peace in my spirit when I’m not constantly fighting my curls!
This shame is passed down generation to generation. It has to stop!
THIS WAS AMAZING!!!!! I hope to be as half of an inspiration that you are. This is the story of our lives and you nailed it sis!!!!
Words can't explain, thank u🙏
I'm awestruck with your vignette . It was emotional yet therapeutic and inspiring. Exceptional piece of work!
Wowwwww! This was so emotional! ☺ i havent even finished watching yet.🤗🤗
Phenomenal video. 100k subscribers you come. I've been a subscriber since 2020 and you helped me to love and embraced my natural hair. Thank you LaToya
I ABSOLUTELY LOVED this video! The 2010 clip of you talking about going natural looked like an audition tape for like MTV or ANTM lol....wait? Did you try out for ANTM??? It was the vernacular for me. The 90s...what a time to grow up! This was such a great video. The head and shoulders does good on your hair. I know a few friends that have active scalps that swear by this.Thank you for sharing a little history of yourself.
This was very well done Latoya..bravo and what a perfect way to show the sponsorship 👏🏾
Didn't even go to the comment section, cause I didn't want to miss out on anything she has put together. Beautifully done.
Beautiful! I loved hearing your hair-story! I agree, you have PHENOMENAL hair 😍. 4C hair is so beautiful♥️
This was so well done! I can tell a lot of time and effort went into this.
Thank you for sharing your hair story with us.
Not you making me cry 🥺🥺🥺 I love you so much! ❤️
You are someone special. So different and uniquely created! I really enjoyed this!!!
Thank you for sharing your story!!!
LaToya, thank you for sharing your story as we know your story is someone else’s inspiration and encouragement. I am the lucky one who witnessed this journey you’ve been on. So glad you found your way, your voice and helping others do the same including me. 😍
Got that right. Phenomenal!!!
This story hit home..... I can’t believe I’ve been watching you over 10 years!!!! 🤗 😘
This video is so inspiring! Thank you for being you 💕
You did this and I'm here for it❣️
This explains the epiphany of it all and growing to love your hair just the way it is ..Thank you for sharing your story!😊
I can't wait to finish watching when I get home from work! Love it so far!
You’re so close to 100K!!! I’m so excited 🥳🥳🥳
💃🏾💃🏾💃🏾 Yay!!
Thank you!!! Thank you for explaining short and simply but sooooo beautifully what everyone wants to know when your natural... Why did you do it!!!! Thank you. I will share this video whenever someone has a question about natural hair and why!!
The way you segued into the sponsored content...Chef's Kiss!!! Because of you, I will be checking out Royal Oils.
Amazing video, you're a great storyteller. Thank you for sharing your story with us 🥰
This was beautiful 🥰 thank for sharing this with us 🙏🏾
Wow, you really gave a premium quality. Love the concept, it was worth the wait❤️
this was really poignant and interesting. been recommended a ton of videos like this lately and it definitely helps me learn more about the black experience here in the us, cuz i grew up with my white family and i feel more white than black even tho i’m more black by blood
Thanks you.
Touching and edifying!
I feel you ,my dad always says I don't have good hair and it has really affected my confidence.
This was so refreshing! Love it, Queen ❤️
❤️❤️❤️ I love this, you and I have similar hair textures and your videos have helped me embrace my natural hair. 😘
Thank GOD for our hair, and for all it's able to do. May we all learn to embrace and love our natural beauty. This video just motivated me to wash and style my hair lol.
This was way to short. Great video and yes you've got phenomenal hair.
I agree
This was great! been rocking with you for years and so proud of you!
THIS IS BEAUTIFUL 😢
Omggg 🥺 2010 La Toya!! So proud of you and happy this video landed on my feed!! 😍
This video was amazing!!! Thank you for sharing your story with us and being an inspiration to us!✌🏾✌🏾✌🏾✌🏾❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
This is such a beautiful and well done production. I really enjoyed and appreciate you for it. Thanks for all the dope content you continuously deliver 🙂
I love your voice it’s so calming, and the music as well...you look so pretty in all your pictures ❤️
Lady this heped me a lot im so glad i watched all the way through deserves way more views ❤🤗
Love this video. Happy to see you have come full circle. 🥰
Thank you so much so for sharing your very personal nature hair journey! I was truly bless by it! Keep up the great work you are doing!
Wow. I love seeing 22 year old you. That raw, genuine passion! When you relaxed again was when I was introduced to your channel. That's when I started my natural hair journey. We've come a long way, lady! Love! 💙 💙 💙
Wow, thank you for sharing your journey and am so glad you have embraced your beauty. You are Beautiful and you definitely rocking your look!
I love you, this was so beautiful!
This was absolutely beautiful. Thank you!
This video is perfectly put together awesome
This video was perfection!!!!!!
Wow and wow!Best video ever.Speaks for most of us
Thank you for being you and making this video. I was this close to relaxing my hair this weekend but your video opened my eyes to the beauty of our hair. I’ve been natural for 9 years and I’m staying natural ❤️🙌🏾
This was so beautiful🥺🥺💞💞. Thanks💞💞
Excellent video! I appreciate your raw and truthful words!
Thank you so much for posting this! Even while natural I still struggle with what looks good or acceptable. Due to so many generations before us having the debate of good vs bad hair, I notice that my family only will compliment my hair when its a twist or braid out and not a wash n go style. We as a community (and myself) have a long way to go.
You are me and I am you! Thank you sis 💕💕💕💕
Such a beautiful story 😍🥺 I have phenomenal hair yaas Queen
Im 4 years natural and was very much looking forward to a relaxer to 'improve my look'. This video reminded me. Thanks!