Hi, lovelies! I really don't know how it's been 6 months since I last posted but all I can say is, that I've missed you all! Life happened but I thank God for everything! Also, my big chop was clearly overdue and I hope I can take you all on this new journey with me. Thank you all for your continuous support! You can now purchase and download my updated 2 in 1 Ebook to Grow Your Natural Hair Faster & Longer here bit.ly/43z9Q0u Thank you!

@ekitcharlottelisa5184

2 жыл бұрын

I missed watching your videos Finally u are back i can't wait to watch all the upcoming videos

@chocolatecapricorn9418

Жыл бұрын

I’m going through the same thing. To my density: where art thou? Let grow together! Wishing many blessings to you!

@elizabethletsoso2558

Жыл бұрын

Thank God you're still kicking Julie in what ever your going through your hair will grow back again take care of yourself boo love you glad to see you beautiful ❤️❤️

@nombusomnguni289

Жыл бұрын

This time I'm going all the way with you

It's sad to know that your hair got damaged but happy that you've rebounded very well. Great job!!

For me, the term “big chop” only applies to those who plan to start over (be it after a relaxer, hair color, heat damage, or whatever) and re-grow their hair. I had my hair cut VERY short in my mid 20s with every intention of wearing it short and *keeping* it short for an indefinite period, which I did for over a decade. I did and do not consider that a “big chop”. I just cut my hair short. ❤️

@Igbocurls

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!!

@hereforit2347

2 жыл бұрын

@@Igbocurls: Sometimes I feel disappointed when I see Black women on social media cutting their hair short only to grow it right back. I know I’m wrong. 😂 But short hair really is a whole VIBE! And much more versatile than people give it credit for. I believe we, especially as Black women, are often afraid of having short hair and buy into the stereotype that it’s masculine, unattractive, and not sexy. Here in the states, little Black girls with short hair were often called names like “bald-head”, “chicken head” and other pejoratives. We really need to educate ourselves about our hair and it’s history and that our crown is always a crown 👑 in all its incarnations. Many women are even more beautiful with short hair because it accentuates the face. Anyway, all the best to you!!! 💜💜💜💜

@Fearless-wi4ng

Жыл бұрын

Not a big chop. Title is a fib.

@AriaPringle9053

Жыл бұрын

@@hereforit2347 True hun, girl, I used to be attached to my hair no more. I cut off my locs in 2017 grew out a nice thick afro until last year 2021. I cut my hair really short like a cesar cut and everytime I tell myself I'm going to grow it back I don't. I love love rocking my short hair.

@hereforit2347

Жыл бұрын

@@AriaPringle9053: I enjoyed my short hair SO much. I never in my life felt prettier, to be honest. ❤️

I love your channel!!! I had to cut my hair from shoulder length to a tapered cut. Now my hair is the longest it's ever been after having a simple routine, protective styles without added hair, and patience. I can't wait to see your journey!!

Honestly our mothers and grandmothers should have been able to discover ways of taking care of natural hair rather than perming it or using a stretching comb as they used to then. Honestly if I had known this as a younger woman my hair would not have been damaged as I had nice luxurious hair down to my neck as a young lady in my 20's and 30's. Now this middle aged woman discovered natural hair care about 6 years ago and is now struggling to grow it back but slowly and surely it is coming back. My hair follicles are being reactivated. Thank God:)

Glad to have you back!

Thank you ma for sharing this with us. This is truly a safe space for all 4c hair types❤️

@Igbocurls

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Aniebiet!🤍

@SELFCAREMODEL

2 жыл бұрын

❤️❤️❤️

You were on of my inspirations when I started my hair-growth journey in July/August of 2016. ❤️

Bless you for sharing this! I have been natural for 27 years, but have been recently experiencing this with no concept of a solution. A big chop of natural-to-natural (thin to thick) This is really so helpful!! By us for us wisdom!

I have the same issue, I've been struggling whether to cut my hair or not. For now I've decided to braid my hair and leave it alone till I get to the root of why the thinning is happening. I feel like my thinning has to do with my internal health as opposed to external factors . Found out I have low iron and vitamin d deficiency. I'm working on getting those numbers back to normal before chopping my hair. So the thinning doesn't come back again.

Its great to see you back on here. In a way its fortunate that you went through this although it must have been a blow to you. I only say this (respectfully because there are many women who go through the same thing and have no idea how to deal with it. Many vloggers like yourself usually have beautiful long natural flowing glowing hair and never have any problems or issues with keeping it that way, so it shows that it can happen to anyone at anytime. I'm not happy this happened to you but right now, I know you will do a great job in helping even more of the silent people who are in the same position right now. Have a blessed weekend and thanks for being so honest about things.

@fishnchips2423

2 жыл бұрын

Are you also aware of the damage that Rice Water can do to the innner parts of the hair? You only see affects of the damage much much later after use.

@Igbocurls

2 жыл бұрын

This is interesting to know. Rice water was definitely a trend. It has its benefits but it certainly doesn't work for everyone. I only tested and had an allergic reaction to it so I don't use it.

@Igbocurls

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! God knows all, but I'm at peace knowing that my hair journey can help many out there.

Such a big step, I also took this step in 2020 and now my hair has grown so much that I don't regret it at all. Your hair will definitely grow back longer and better soon👍.

@Igbocurls

2 жыл бұрын

Yes! Thank you Joy!

I just halved the original length of my hair in June. Had to get rid of dead ends. Now my hair is doing better, less tangles, looks thicker and committing to professional trims every 3/4 months

Goodness Girl. For locks "this short" you still have a good head of healthy looking hair - more than some.

Yes fellow One Piece fan! Well done with the chop. Still gorgeous of course.

been a while......... thank you for the new video

Our phenomenal Queen is back. Welcome

@Igbocurls

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Linda!🤍

So happy to see you back on KZread empress 💜💜💜

@Igbocurls

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Valerie!!🤍

Awwn. Ehugs boo. Your hair still looks beautiful and always health over length. Always. It's all part of the journey. Can't wait to witness the flourish. 😊🤗

@Igbocurls

2 жыл бұрын

Always! Thank you dear!🤍

Welcome back...you're hair is forever beautiful 😍

@Igbocurls

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Tamika 🤍

Lovely hair can't wait to see where the journey takes you.

@Igbocurls

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I can’t wait to see it too!😄

It's gorgeous girl! This is why I follow you. True, honest depiction of your hair. By the way, this length is gorgeous on you. You have such a gorgeous face, you can pull off ANY length 😘

@Igbocurls

2 жыл бұрын

This made me smile. Thank you so much Steph!!

Welcome backkkkk Chinwe🤗🤗. You can't imagine the joy I felt when I saw your video. I didn't realise I missed your videos so much especially your intro "hello lovelies" and your big smile. Your hair was my hair goal when I started out with my natural hair journey. It's how you're not so bothered about the chop for me oo but knowing how you work wonders with your hair this is only a minor setback I know 😌😌😌😍😍

@Igbocurls

2 жыл бұрын

😄Thank you so much Dara!!

I'm glad you're back I missed you!

@Igbocurls

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Latanya!

Nnem! Good luck on this journey. Your hair will continue to thrive 🥰

@Igbocurls

2 жыл бұрын

Amen! Thank you Uzo!!

Welcome back! Your hair looks nice and healthy!

@Igbocurls

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Atuora!🤍

Thank you for your transparency! It's honestly so refreshing! I'm one of the OGs you were referring to, though I was following you on a different channel (browneyed) and I remember when you switched from focusing on length to volume. I remember that volume video clearly, not just because of the remarkable increases in volume, but your infectious joy. You truly are beautiful, inside and out. My two cents - have you considered microlocs or Sisterlocks? You retain all the benefits of loose natural hair (including styling versatility) but without the stress of having to detangle or use product. It's an ENTIRELY product-free, comb free lifestyle. Check out our channel for more information if you're interested and blessings on this new journey 💕

love the one piece sweater

Your hair looks good. It’s healthy. I’m now learning how to do updo styles after my hair fell out from protein overload.

@Igbocurls

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Nobi! 🤍

Maybe you should binge all the videos from when your hair was thick so that you remember how to get your hair back thick and flourishing again, I am going through the same thing as a 19 year old but I found the main cause of the thinning, I kept cutting my hair with no improvement, but now it’s thickened a bit with the trims so I’ll protective style and leave it alone

You’re still gorgeous girl. Setbacks are part of the journey but you’re weathering this one like a champ. I got into the rice water fad and lost 2-3 inches. I think I was so grateful to know what caused the breakage that cutting it was a relief. 2020 to now has been Stress Full. A lot of bad things happened in a very short period of time. Praying that we learn and grow to better places from here on. God bless. Keep doing what you do.

@Igbocurls

Жыл бұрын

It is well. May God bless you too Adrienne! 🤍

@Igbocurls

Жыл бұрын

It is well. May God bless you too Adrienne! 🤍

I’ve missed you so much!

@Igbocurls

2 жыл бұрын

Me too Melody! You're the best!

Hi ..it is well ... you're really brave...

This is exactly the phase my hair is in now thick and thin, only my hair loss was as a result of combing out my 5months + locs

It's great seeing you back! Your hair is thick & pretty. It's not short. Healthy hair❤️❤️❤️

@Igbocurls

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!🤍

When stretching my hair through African threading, how do I keep it stretching and not breakage!

I missed you a lot I thought I have problem with my notifications cos I haven't been notified lol...

@Igbocurls

2 жыл бұрын

😄 😄Thank you Jenny!

My hair started to thin. I started taking the collagen peptide powder & it thickened back up hallelujah!!! About our mid 20s or so our collagen production begins to slow and does so gradually every year. The hydrolyzed collagen has the essential amino acids to rebuild collagen from the inside out. I take about 12 to 20 grams a day. The unflavored powdered bone broth will do the same. There are plenty of videos on KZread about the collagen. Improves hair skin nails and joints. PS Hydrolyzed & peptide same thing.

@Igbocurls

2 жыл бұрын

You’re absolutely right. I’ve started taken one too but it’s too early to see any progress. Thank you for your comment, it’ll help many!

@Ebizzill

2 жыл бұрын

I wish there were vegan/vegetarian options

@TheePrettyGirlSwag

2 жыл бұрын

@@Ebizzill there could be but as far as I know collagen comes from animals. 🤔 I’m like 97% carnivore so I have no idea about vegans. There is salmon bone broth from sun cow grass.

@Ebizzill

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheePrettyGirlSwag if it flew, walked, crawled, slithered, swam, I dont want it.

@TheePrettyGirlSwag

2 жыл бұрын

@@Ebizzill okay.

You will be back to fill volume soon. You look adorable ❤️ and whatever stress you have , it will pass and you will be stronger for it

@Igbocurls

2 жыл бұрын

Amen! Thank you Francene!

@elizabethletsoso2558

Жыл бұрын

Amen and I agree with you Francene ❤️👌👌

I'm experiencing the same thing. I used to have sparse hair. My hair is fine and thin but ive learnt to grow it more dense. The thickness is just at the roots, so my ends look thinner because of the new growth of hair follicles, and now i don't know whether to cut everything or trim little by little. Any advice on that??

Your hair is still pretty as always 🥰

@Igbocurls

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much

I've really missed you Juliet

I wish I can share a picture in this comment but I can't. I want you to know that you are my biggest motivation. When I started my journey, I had no idea about anything but I stumbled upon you on Instagram and your videos helped give me clarity on how to care for my hair. Thank you. I look forward to seeing those long, think strands again soon.

@Igbocurls

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Jessica!

This is a good trim, not a big chop. So I feel like I’ve been clickbaited. Looks good, though

This is my opinion, I noticed after using synthetic braiding hair that my mother & daughters hair became so thin , I also have noticed a lot of women stating they are having thinning hair. Think about this, money is needed and our hair was growing so much, at some point we wouldn't need added hair. How do you keep them coming back , make their hair shorter so they have to buy the product to have long hair. Use human braiding hair is my opinion. A little costly but it shouldn't break off your hair hopefully. Stay woke yall

@parishers6351

2 жыл бұрын

That’s why I don’t use those anymore in my hair.

Still a nice length and thick hair

Did you see your physician to determine what caused the changes to your hair?

do you know why that happens?

Missed you!! Beautiful…

@Igbocurls

2 жыл бұрын

Missed you too! ☺️

My hair grow the same way. Thick to thin.

It’s so hard for me to know where to cut

What caused your hair thinning

Hey Sis! Thanks SO much for sharing. I wanted you to know that you are NOT alone. My hair is behaving the same way and I don't know why? Do you have any idea(s) of what possibly caused this for you? Please share... ❤️

@Igbocurls

Жыл бұрын

Yes I shared it on my channel. It was mostly stress and health factors so you have to ascertain when exactly it started happening to you to know. You should also see a trichologist if you can.

@TA-mu4he

Жыл бұрын

@@Igbocurls Thank you! Blessings

@Rose-fv2gz

Жыл бұрын

Stress these past couple of years have not been popping

O my right in front of eyes 👀 you doing your big chop am sad 😢😭 trust over the years I watch so much videos of your hair growth and now big chop I cannot take it

@Igbocurls

2 жыл бұрын

It'll grow back Agath! (By the Grace of God). It's all part of the journey!

Why do you think your ends have been thinning the past couple of years? Do you know? If you plan to grow your hair back long again, what will you do differently to prevent thinning ends from reoccurring? 🤔

@Igbocurls

2 жыл бұрын

I know why. I've also shared it in a video. You can find it in the hair loss/ hair thinning video playlist.

@hereforit2347

2 жыл бұрын

@@Igbocurls: I will look for it. Thank you and the best of luck on your new journey!!! ❤️❤️❤️

@parishers6351

2 жыл бұрын

Could be getting older or always over styling.

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What did you do to get it to grow back thicker? Did you get COVID. I hear some people have had thinning hair after recovering from it.

@favouro6344

Жыл бұрын

Yes I experienced this. My hair fell out after I had covid the first time

My hair now. I want to cut it 😂

Hi. What caused your hair to thin out?

@africanyvette2908

2 жыл бұрын

Probably heat

@Igbocurls

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Yolanda. Stress among other things but majorly stress.

@Kayla-bri26

2 жыл бұрын

@@Igbocurls A lot of people have been saying it could be a symptom of long Covid as well, so if you’ve had it it could be that.

@danielle2661

2 жыл бұрын

@@Igbocurls the comment below this mentions it, but if you got covid that could have contributed. I just watched another natural creator, onlyonejess I think her name is and her hair looks exactly like this. She got covid and also was getting married and stressed and she held out a chunk of her hair and the thin to thcki transition was super obvious. Very similar to yours.

From the time you hit s start taking ur supplements serious because that's when everything starts changing in your body. I don't let my system get used to the supplements, if I use it for up to 60 to 90 days and I stop take a rest and start again. I don't let my hair get use to my natural homemade products, I always switch my natural ingredients and it works. So I give you courage🤗👍🦋💚💚

Use grease

Where have you been 😩

@Igbocurls

2 жыл бұрын

😩Let's just say the past few months have been a journey but I thank God! Thank you so much for your sincere concerns 🤍

@wilsonoge9977

2 жыл бұрын

@@Igbocurls 🥰🥰🥰

My 4C SISTERS: The secret to our hair being long and healthy is....to leave it alone!. Meaning little to no manipulation, i.e. locs, fro without stretching, simple, simple, SIMPLE styles with gentle manipulation. Our hair is the most fragile of all hair types and does not like to be touched a lot. We need to do what our hair wants to do not what we want our hair to do if we want growth and string, healthy hair. We need to embrace our textured hair and be comfortable with it in its natural state or else prepare yourself for a lifetime of spending 1/2 of your time tending to your stresses. It's not worth it. I love y'all. ❤️

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Cut it and make it into a short wig

@Igbocurls

2 жыл бұрын

I didn’t think of that 🤔 😂