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@vanessarenee.butterflyreborn

2 жыл бұрын

WoW. You go girl. Congrats on the new career. Lovely to see another female helping the female masses get BCLH, we can do it together with out so much fear and doubt. And doing it in a healthier fashion. With real time help. Woohoo. 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽✌🏽

@pw1592

2 жыл бұрын

Do you play with your hair a lot? That could explain why your ends were damaged. I'm newly natural. Your hair looks full in its textured state. I'd just wear it textured rather than blowed out straight.

This is something that I swear by. BLOWDRY YALL HAIR. It’s not going to damage it if done properly. I blowdry my hair once a month sometimes even twice. And my hair is fine. I can see all those knots properly and snip them bfr it gets worse. I don’t who made us believe that heat was the devil. I’ve seen so many girls with waist length hair who haven’t blown their hair out for years and when they finally get a silk press, half of it is damage.

@nicelagirl

2 жыл бұрын

Amen! I second that. I was a blow dry natural that just transitioned into being a straight natural, and I can attest to heat being essential - at least it is for me. Heat is not the devil like a lot of naturals think it is.

@SheReaDelSol

2 жыл бұрын

Truth

@VySharieff

2 жыл бұрын

Amen!!! I found out the hard way too. I lost 4 inches and still need to cut more😖🤦🏾‍♀️

@titlepending1302

2 жыл бұрын

Well damn waist length and still damage 🥺

@soriyazz

2 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU. Thats crazy.

I've been a blowdryed-natural for almost a year now and ever since then, I've retained so much length! It cuts down on knots and tangles that would've been guaranteed had I kept my hair in its natural state. It also helped me to see my ends, to which I can dust when need be. My hair stops just about 2 inches above my tailbone 🤎

@SheReaDelSol

2 жыл бұрын

I truly believe it

@XoxoNikkiEsquire

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this comment! I've been considering being a primarily blow dried natural but was curious about other people's experiences with it and potential heat damage.

@laniiyahscott143

2 жыл бұрын

@@XoxoNikkiEsquire No problem beautiful! Believe me, I was afraid of heat myself. But I realized that heat isn't the issue. Its how you utilize it. If you use it responsibly, there's a 100% guarantee that your hair will always revert. What really gave me the green light to become a blowdryed-natural is another black sista on here by the name of GreenBeauty. She's a chemist and goes in detail about the benefits of keeping type 4 hair stretched; as well as a step-by-step process on how she uses heat to stretch her hair. I would definitely check her out!! You will NOT regret it boo! 🥰😇

@laniiyahscott143

2 жыл бұрын

@Trinity M It actually doesn't. My hair still obtains its natural textures. I've worn my hair completely natural for well over 12 years. However, the longer it's gotten, I realized that wearing it in its complete shrunken state can cause it to become tangled which leads to single strand knots and breakage. Safely stretching it with a cool shot airflow or just low heat, non-excessively, will not damage your natural curl pattern, and promotes length retention. After doing this for about almost a year, my hair has grown 4 inches and is just above my tailbone. And every wash day, my hair reverts to its natural state, and I make sure to add strengthening agents to ensure it's health. Many indigenous African tribes naturally use banding methods to keep their hair stretched as well. 🤎❤💗

@mercedezz

2 жыл бұрын

@@laniiyahscott143 how often do you get your hair wet and blow dry it? Do you always blow dry it after getting it wet. I like to wet my hair almost everyday in the shower (not wash, I only shampoo once a week) maybe I shouldn’t be wetting it as often but my main question is how often do you blow dry?

I know the aim is BCLH but this cut is so fire on you and the curls are popping

@SheReaDelSol

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@shesosweet2781

2 жыл бұрын

Yes! Her curls are everything!

@marianb2530

2 жыл бұрын

Totally agree!

@panda22518

2 жыл бұрын

What is BCLH?

@vaneshcaa

2 жыл бұрын

@@panda22518 booty crack length hair lol

This makes a lot more sense as to why ppl with straight hair cut their hair so much bc they can more easily see the damage. Us kinky gurls unless we straighten it can so easily be tricked while our hair is in its natural state 😭 always something being natural

@SheReaDelSol

2 жыл бұрын

dawg!! Always something

Heat styling you hair is also important to see your roots as well (not just your ends). I used to get a blowout only once or twice a year and it took me a while to notice that my hair had thinned so much that you could see my scalp. It was only noticeable when my hair was straightened, which was practically never. I went to the dermatologist and was diagnosed with lupus, which was what was thinning my hair. Straighten your hair a few times a year and it will help give you a glimpse into your health!

@SheReaDelSol

2 жыл бұрын

Wow that’s crazyyyy. Glad you’re well ❤️

@sheamoniquedaniel1824

2 жыл бұрын

yep in cos school we are thought to look for the signs of poor health or changes. im currently in school finishing this year and stylist are really not just stylist. and any nail tech, enthusiastic and so on. the amount of medical information we learn is astounding. i was very shocked. but it helps to better assist clients with what is truly going on with your hair. cause it could be medical. and the first thing we are to suggest is seek medical attention. i have learned it's not just about slap this product on to thicken your hair or for length retention. or so on and so on. that consultation portion is sooo important. it made me appreciate the stylist before me to include my mom that took hair care super serious. and value stylist that wouldn't just style my hair without shampooing. becuase they looked at the whole health of the hair. i pray that all is well with you.

@uncgirl

2 жыл бұрын

Were you able to regrow your thinning hair? If so, what did you use?

@mwhite4976

2 жыл бұрын

After the lupus medication started working, my hair did start to grow back, but not to its full glory…I think primarily because I’m in my late 30s which is around the age your hair and body stops rejuvenating itself like it used to anyway. I use hair growth pills by a brand called Advanced Trichology, but I have no idea if they’re really working or not.

@LoveNaisa

2 жыл бұрын

Tbh I don’t like the concept. Straight hair is not naturally Afro textured hair. I understand what you mean but you should not be forced into applying heat on your hair your hair to see the health. If you are aware of your hair in it’s natural state you shouldn’t have to straighten it to know if it’s damaged. My hair is high porosity. My hair doesn’t really do well with heat. Any amount of heat I use always leaves minor heat damage unless it’s on the lowest temperature that doesn’t get it straight enough. How about doing monthly scalp checks and parting the scalp in sections .. heat is not for everyone especially if you have naturally high porosity 🤷🏽‍♀️. We are taught that seeing hair health is based on straightened hair . Not true , natural hair has different characteristics to know if damaged . many people miss it because Afro textured hair wasn’t researched as much as straight hair

I almost had a heart attack when I had to blow dry my hair for my wedding. First time in almost 10 years I've had heat in my hair. I've never had a trim so because of this video, I'm going to go get my hair sorted. Pray for me guys 😫.

@SheReaDelSol

2 жыл бұрын

Sending love and light

@GrowingGoodHair

2 жыл бұрын

The pray for me guys part, lol

@staciegreene2262

2 жыл бұрын

How did it go sis 👀👀

@meshasat

2 жыл бұрын

Literally here for an update on how it went 😆

@daynaa.3s314

Жыл бұрын

Look

When I saw your salon visit and the blow out I knew exactly what went wrong. Trimming your hair on blown out or straight hair is the BEST way to go. Sorry for your loss but it’ll grow back fast and healthy. I always say bad ends are like fake friends…who needs them! 💜

@SheReaDelSol

2 жыл бұрын

Period!

Heat isn't the enemy, and the natural hair community has been in fear of it for so long because I think there is a lack of understanding. Heat has its uses, and one of them is allowing you to see how your hair truly is doing. Be afraid of heat if you are not properly protecting your hair before applying Heat, or just not caring for your hair properly at all.

@SheReaDelSol

2 жыл бұрын

Most definitely!

@auntiez4917

2 жыл бұрын

So agree with you. I also rarely hear about heat damage from blow drying. I know that it can happen, but it's rare since the blow dryer can't get extremely hot.

@SELFCAREMODEL

2 жыл бұрын

What is a good brand of heat protector?

@titlepending1302

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed…

@auntiez4917

2 жыл бұрын

@@SELFCAREMODEL Cantu has one; Design essential has one; Chi has one; etc. I normally wash my own hair, add the Mane Choice Leave in Conditioner, and allow a natural hair stylist to blow dry and trim at least every 3 months.

When my detangling becomes so bad that's an indicator for me that I need a serious trim instead of dusting. I usually do a blowout once a year, I need to start doing it more often.

@SheReaDelSol

2 жыл бұрын

My detangling has never been bad. I was hoodwinked

I really appreciate the honesty in this video. So often influencers aren’t honest about setbacks and struggles, and it’s really good to see someone like you, with a platform/following, really show that it’s ok to have a setback. And that’s all it is. A setback. This cut on you is gorgeous, but your inches will be back in no time. This hair of ours is always a learning process. Lol. I’ve finally learned that I can care for my hair best when it’s short, because I have MS and it wears me out. With it short, I can be cute with a shorter wash day and a wash and go. Then I’ll live vicariously through all my ladies with beautiful growing and long hair. BCLH is right around the corner for you still. ❤️❤️

I don’t understand why people need to see their ends before getting it trimmed… if it’s been 3 months, it’s time for a trim. Period. If your ends are healthy, it’ll just be a light dusting. But you’ll never have see through ends if you just follow a consistent schedule.

@CrackberryMe

2 жыл бұрын

Facts 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

@dmr868

2 жыл бұрын

Once a season.

@sd8150

2 жыл бұрын

Truth! First off, I can feel the ends in my natural state. I know the difference. Know your hair.. I remove my dead ends in it's natural state.. When I go to the hair dresser to get my hair straightened, my hair dresser is always amazed at the state of my hair and my ends.

It’s the ownershiip, growth, and adjustment for me. When we know better; we do better. Much respect and appreciation Hun. Keep doing your thing!!By the way, the shape is mad cute!

Thank you for being transparent! Really enjoyed the video. I follow several natural hair youtubers and most of them had several inches cut off (recently) after finally going to a professional stylist. Getting a professional trim, at least quarterly, is a requirement for length retention. It is not optional.

@SheReaDelSol

2 жыл бұрын

Now I know and I’m never going back

I just went thru this same thing so don’t be discouraged! We gon grow these strands on out girl 🥰💖

@SheReaDelSol

2 жыл бұрын

We is girl, we is!

@augustvirgo6773

2 жыл бұрын

Me too I have never seen so many people losing hair at the same time.

I’m very proud of you! It takes a lot of guts to admit when you’re wrong! Thank you so much for taking us a long in your hair journey!!! 🥰

It’s best to remove all the split ends and breakage now and get trims regularly every 8-12 weeks. Long term it will benefit you and you will have healthy long thick hair. No point to keep bad ends. Also focus on your nutrition, supplements, hydration, exercise. Our hair is a reflection of our health. I would also recommend avoiding diys since it is not possible to determine the ph of those products. Purchase products that work for your hair porosity and have the proper ph. In 2-3 years you can reach your long hair goals. Be patient and consistent. It’s a journey but the results are worth the wait. Your hair looks nice now but it can be better.

@marlak4203

2 жыл бұрын

it could also be some things aren't necessary so much. To deep condition EVERY time you wash. Protein treat EVERY time and other things too. Just maybe do those things once a month or so. and rest of the time just shamp, condi (no deep) and then rinse out and put in your moisturizer, do a simple style with your hair unless you are going somewhere special. Lay down the synth hair. Don't use that so much. There's chemicals in there too. Vinegar washed may not be enough to get it out. And you are right about other factors going on internal. Also external environment. Make sure that is good too. There's a lot of Tubers now having to cut off their hair, some bald, and that tells me its due to since they are Tubers and have to stay with trends and keep things 'fresh' with their content AND using themselves as a guinea pig with these products they have to use this brand new stuff and manipulate their hair a lot to keep their channels going. That in itself will cause these issues too.

@marlak4203

2 жыл бұрын

@Trinity M Well some things are important to know. Like women used to deep condition kind of sparingly not EVERY single week or however many times they wash their hair. It was something like a "spa" day thing in a sense. Many women had long and healthy hair without all of this extra. I come from that time and it is possible. For those that want to do more steps it is ok just that it isn't as necessary as some make it out to be. Some people ACTUALLY think a lot of steps and all of that time are absolutely necessary which is what causes them to LITERALLY have a whole wash DAY for just their hair. Same some/many say about skincare and the 12 and more steps some believe they have to do. Doesn't mean it won't work but its the matter of necessity. Not a thing to do with laziness either.

You’re one of the realest natural hair KZreadrs to be able to make this video! Natural hair is really a journey and I appreciate your transparency in your journey. Your hair will be back at your pre-cut length (+longer) in no time with your techniques and great product choices.

As usual looking amazing at any length! Thank you for always being honest during the journey.

@SheReaDelSol

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you lovely ❤️

This is why I love you and your channel because of your honesty and truth on the natural hair journey.

@SheReaDelSol

2 жыл бұрын

Somebody has to keep it real ❤️

This cut is fire on you!!! Those ends will always hold you back! I learned that early on and once I became a stylist, I completely understood why trims are so necessary. I preach about them til I’m blue in the face 😆 Even if I have to progressively trim to help a client through the process, I do it so their hair stays healthy!

@SheReaDelSol

2 жыл бұрын

I believe it

@titlepending1302

2 жыл бұрын

You seem interesting but you probably located somewhere in Texas or up a north somewhere so I can’t go to you 😅

@Coco_Plears

2 жыл бұрын

@@titlepending1302 You’re right, Wisconsin 🤦🏽‍♀️🤣

@GrowingGoodHair

2 жыл бұрын

I 💕 the word "progressively"🙂

@mimij5015

2 жыл бұрын

Health over length. Lessons learned. You look FABULOUS! I hope there is a video of you styling your hair like that. I'm learning twist outs now.

I’m so glad you made this video ! I was going to try to do it myself but this is a sign to stop being cheap & find a stylist. Just because I had a bad experience before doesn’t mean every stylist is bad, Thanks for your transparency.

Love love love love the fact that you said that you’re woman enough to admit that you were wrong! BIG props to you girl 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 very admirable. And now that I’ve seen this video, I can admit that I’m having the same issue. I did a big chop in September 2019 and it grew really well the first year but I’m going into my 3rd year and my hair has plateaued sooooooooo maybe I really need that cut 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭 JESUS TAKE THE WHEEL

@SheReaDelSol

2 жыл бұрын

Girl, just lift the bandage off, we will grow it back!

We love an accountable queen ❤️ it is what it is, journeys have ups AND downs unfortunately but now that you know, we ALL can learn from it! I’ve also come to learn that heat and trims really aren’t the enemy with the right preparation and or in the right hands People are so miserable.. imagine anonymously gossiping about someone else’s hair 🥴

@SheReaDelSol

2 жыл бұрын

Folks busy lol. It personally tickles me

@sabreaj

2 жыл бұрын

@@SheReaDelSol all you can do is laugh at the foolishness these days!

Hey SheRea ♥️ YOU BETTA WORK!! You look amazing! The cut did your hair justice.

@SheReaDelSol

2 жыл бұрын

It did! Can’t wait to see how it grows out

Thanks for sharing this information with us. So glad you found a stylist you can build a relationship with and trust. I love your new cut and your hair looks so good and healthy!! Onward to BCLH we will all keep pushing forward and supporting each other!!

Appreciate the transparency in this video! I’m experiencing a setback with my hair too so I definitely understand the frustration! Thank you for sharing 💗

Hey SheRea! Thanks so much for sharing your experience with us. I know you are upset about how much length you had to cut off, but now you know what is necessary for length retention and in turn, you've helped us as well. Your hair is going to thrive as you start implementing your new plan going forward. I, too, need a good trim/cut because it has been a while for me so I guess I need to schedule that appointment. Thanks for the transparency and congrats on another sponsorship!

@SheReaDelSol

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Rae. Hope you get that trim!

I'm glad you are able to be transparent with us and also admit when you feel like you could have done something differently at one point and time. I love this cut on you and honestly I am trying to grow my hair out, specifically my bangs out to a certain length before I get a blunt cut. I trim my hair every 3 months like clockwork but I usually do a big cut every year. So, this time I am giving myself 2 years minimum to wait to give myself a blunt cut. Because having a blunt cut is the easiest thing for me to maintain.

@SheReaDelSol

2 жыл бұрын

I always have to keep it funky when I can.

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@88Roshan

2 жыл бұрын

chiiiile i went through the same thing in december. i hadn't trimmed my ends since may 2020 and she did it because she just couldn't take it any more LOL. maintaining a routine is difficult for me, but i promised my stylist i would keep up with my trims if i can get these disrespectful greys dyed LMAO. cheers to maintaining our ends in 2022!!!!

@Angela091163

2 жыл бұрын

New to you and your channel! Instant subscriber!! Notifications ON. . . You and your hair are BEAUTIFUL!! And you had hair “to give.” Nothing like going in with your length and coming out with a shaved fade. 😳 Your stylist did a fantastic job! Clearly she knew not only what she was doing, she knew and respected your needs. Beautiful shape. I look forward to your journey. . . And am praying for you. I would definitely highly recommend you re-visit her! On a consistent basis.

@SheReaDelSol

2 жыл бұрын

@@Angela091163 Welcome the family!

Your hair looks sooo much healthier and thicker since your recent 4 inch chop.( that’s what it appeared to me…4inches it so). I paused your old photos and I definitely saw the ends not looking like they do now. You did the right thing by your hair! It’s beautiful!

Ugh humility is such a bittersweet thing. Had my own humble-me moment today. But you’re all the more beautiful for it sis ❤️✨ keep growing inside and out because we absolutely love you and your content 🤗 dust off the exceptional haters. This is your journey and it is a blessed one that keeps on giving (like this twistout-chef’s kiss 😚👌🏾)

Your hair cut is beautiful! Your hair will grow back. We all have been through issues with our natural hair, we all are learning all of the time! Love your videos!💗💗💗🙏🏽

I feel you. I haven't cut my hair in forever (years) other that single strand knots and tangles. Sigh, now this reinforces that I need to get my hair blow dried and trimmed/cut. Face palm - I hate cutting my hair. But your hair looks so awesome! Truly! This video will help a lot of people.

@Aphrodite01

2 жыл бұрын

Find a stylist and get it professionally cut it’s long overdue girl. Then stick to a regular trim schedule. That’s what’s best for your hair health and length retention.

@Shrimp459

2 жыл бұрын

@@Aphrodite01 I always get a professional trim no matter what. Dusting is ok but in my opinion it doesn't take the place of a professional cut or trim

Yes, for the sponsorship, and it's something that I can use!🤣 🤣 This video is something that will benefit many naturals, and I'm so glad that you have come to the realization that hair needs to be trimmed. It doesn't stop us from achieving length it actually helps us reach the lengths we want. I saw your reaction when peeps told you that you should trim off more than you did, and as much as it hurt to see you keep the damaged ends I just kept it to myself and hoped that you would figure it out. With all the great things you do for your hair, you will regain those lost inches before you know it, and this time with proper trimming you'll sail right past your previous longest length! I truly look forward to seeing you reach BCLH!!!💜 💜

@SheReaDelSol

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!!!!

This is why I only trim my hair when I get a silk press because I'm afraid of cutting too much or too little without seeing the actual length. Therefore, you are right about kinky curly hair. Fine strands, low to medium density and or porous hair are more prone to breakage. Anyway, I know you hate cutting those inches but your hair will grow back. Health over length.

I feel you 100% it’s so hard to let go of length. It takes a few weeks to get over it and that’s okay! I look forward to watch you grow you hair back!❤️

One thing I've learned is less is more with my hair. I shampoo deep condition condition and apply my leave in. Thats all and my hair has been actually growing. And I do my regular trims

Learning and growing together sis, that's what a community is all about. We will have so much knowledge to share with each other and the generation that comes after us so that others won't have to suffer through the same things. Bless you and them cute Grecian Goddess curls

Don't be to hard on yourself hun! Your hair looks amazing and it helped my hair too!!! I need a trim myself!!!

@SheReaDelSol

2 жыл бұрын

👌🏾👌🏾👌🏾

Thank you for your honesty! I love that about you! I, too, have had many, many bad experiences with stylists for decades. My hair is doing so much better since going natural and caring for my own hair. However, I will now go back to a stylist for regular trimming… maybe 2-3 times a year.

@SheReaDelSol

2 жыл бұрын

Wish you the best Cheryl!

Love the transparency and your current cut is hella cute! I big chopped a year and a half ago and have also been afraid to got to a stylist, but I've recently noticed my detangling and wash day getting harder and i'm almost certain it's cuz I need a trim, so I've booked a stylist for next week! Wish me luck!

@SheReaDelSol

2 жыл бұрын

Let me know how it goes!

Girl listen, I just took my locs out (had them for almost a year) and my hair was wrecked 😭. Just had a trim/mini cut on Tuesday and will cut the rest in 6 months. Girl them split ends TRAVELED 💀. #BCLH is still in effect even though I lost/will be losing a lot of length. We got this ❤️

@SheReaDelSol

2 жыл бұрын

We do ❤️❤️❤️

I understand how hard it is to cutting your hair🥲 my stylist use to tell me all the time i needed to cut my hair every 2 months. I didnt listen. Fast forward to 2020 and my ends were horrible and i big chopped. I cut about 7 inchs off and did the bi monthly trims.... now my hair is longer then it was in 2020 and now i am a stretched natural doing the tension method and my routine is extremely simple. I hope everything continue to go well in your journey 😍

@SheReaDelSol

2 жыл бұрын

thanks for the encouragement!

Thanks for being transparent about your hair and sharing this with us❤

Thank you for talking about this! I went through something similar a few years ago. As you talked about it’s important to take off as much damage as you can. I feel like too many people talk about stretching out trims and cutting as little as possible. That actually causes more damage. One of the signs I’ve recognized as my needing a trim is when my hair isn’t retaining length. ✂️

Not SheRea comin with sponsored content I've been looking for!!! I hope to make an order soon! Thanks for the hair update!

@SheReaDelSol

2 жыл бұрын

I’m laying on my pillowcase right now!!

Thanks for the update and truth about your hair. Good Luck and blessings on another hair journey. One Love 💕

I’m so happy to see hair content from you, I don’t even know what to do♥️♥️ your cut is too cute, I love them curls 😍😍😍 heres to your next chapter ✨✨✨

@SheReaDelSol

2 жыл бұрын

❤️❤️❤️

Congratulations on the Lilysilk's sponsorship! I have a couple of ther bonnets and love them. I will definitely be purchasing more. Your hair still looks healthy and strong, just shorter. You live and you learn. See you soon 🥰

Thanks for the transparency! I was humbled in the same way but nothing beats a professional looking at the back of your hair and the interior to see where needs to be cut. I'm now finishing my hairdressing course in the UK and one thing I've regularly done is protein treatments and trims whilst being a hair model .My hair has never been so healthy and its low porosity!I feel a shift with stylists stepping up to meet the needs of the natural hair community. I'm intrigued to know how curly specialists keep on top of split ends though!?

I couldn't tell either that there was an issue with your ends but now with the new cut I can tell the difference, hair looks more full and no see through. Wishing you the best getting a lot of the length back. I'll be watching 👀 ❤

@SheReaDelSol

2 жыл бұрын

Thank youuuuu

Getting a professional trim always gives me an aha moment. I’ve been going once a year but I decided this last time that I would do every 4-6 months and see how my hair responds and more often if needed. Great video- we are all learning our hair and it’s ok! Thank you!!!

@SheReaDelSol

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Timely video!!! Just did my first silk press on Friday and ladiessss I was shocked. Yes, I had length but the health is not there. So I trimmed a little and will be trimming periodically throughout the year with the same stylist. I was so disappointed but so happy that I was able to get the real on my hair and not just go by how it looks when it’s in its natural state. I also use satin pillowcase and silk scrunchies. Silk/Satin everything!!! For hair

I love this video! Thanks for sharing your honest feelings. Although I think your hair looks AMAZING and so healthy, I know how it feels to essentially have to go back to the drawing board especially when you think you are making progress. I am so happy that you had the guts to do what you had to do because it was necessary and in the long run, what feels like a setback now is what is actually the foundation for new healthy growth. It actually is a metaphor for life but I am talking about hair now. You look great and your will reach your goals. One Love.

@SheReaDelSol

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Anna!! You are right ❤️

Thx for your honesty. ✌🏽 and congrats to you for your obedience in realizing you need heat to get a real trim. Hoping in three months you are pleased with your journey. Thx for the inspiration. Here’s to happy healthy hair journeying ☕️🫖🌺🇵🇷🦋🤟🏽🌺

@SheReaDelSol

2 жыл бұрын

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Yay sponsorships! We all have setbacks! It happens to the best of them. You will grow your hair back in no time. I believe in you!

@SheReaDelSol

2 жыл бұрын

🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

Have you been feeling ok lately? I noticed some other natural hair YTrs had hair setbacks recently and I think the stress from the current craziness could also be a culprit. Sometimes it's hard to crank out content, stay in your bag and take care of everything else all with a smile for the camera. That hair will certainly grow back but be gentle on yourself, the pressure to be perfect all the time is real. Love your realness and vids, blessings 💕

@SheReaDelSol

2 жыл бұрын

No literally just split ends but I appreciate are for checking ❤️❤️

I feel like damaged hair is based on someone else’s hair needs. If we follow our own regimens and understand our hair based on what it feels like and what it wants , we would prevent further damage. I started my own hair journey last year for good. after listening to what KZreadrs hair loved, I realized their hair wasn’t mine so I stopped listening .My hair just didn’t grow until I got my own regimen. my hair wouldn’t be able to withstand too much styling throughout the week . I feel like the over styling can possibly damage the hair and the use of different products. I know this is your job, but not all hair can withstand that amount of styling . My hair is sooo long now and the longest it’s ever been in a year. I grew to bra strap length in 2 months after struggling with armpit length just by clipping / dusting my ends every 2 months.. online says trim when needed but some people can go 3-4 months, my hair can only go 2 months.. but my hair has grown Chile !!!! My ends were the problem also that it wasn’t growing ..Your strands look medium to fine density so the strand isn’t as strong as a coarse stand, the more you style, the more you have to trim more frequently.. I’m high porosity so trimming is needed . I wear a wash and go every week styled and leave it like that until wash day, and repeat

I've watched your videos for a while sis but I have never commented, until now...... I appreciate your honesty sis, thank you.

Your cut is fabulous! I think finding a stylist is key - I’ve noticed a big difference in my own hair once I found a stylist. She put me on a quarterly trim schedule and my hair is loving it.

I can completely relate to this. I, too, was terrified of heat that I refused to blow it out for trims. I always trimmed my hair in twists. But when I went to a professional for the first time in my natural hair journey, I ended up having to cut too much of my hair off because it was so uneven. Now, I just use my revair on low heat settings but high suctions and thats how I trim

Your cut is extremely flattering. You're beautiful with this length.

So crazy seeing this tonight. I just finished blow drying & flat ironing my hair and was tempted to trim a bit. I went to a stylist back in November and trimmed it for me but I was tight because I had just saw her in April and she trimmed it then too 😂 Now I guess this is a sign for me to make an appointment and let her do her professional thang. Your hair will be thriving and shining soon enough for sure!

This is relatable because I had to big chop my nearly waist legnth hair in Oct 2021.. Though my issues were a bit different.. I thought I had a handle on my hair health.. I'd grown my hair out over the years using "protective styles" that I learned the very hard way weren't truly protective.. I went to a "cut it kinky" alum stylist and got an earful of information on the true state of my hair.. And she was right.. I did go in for my follow up trim at the 12wk mark and after implementing the techniques I'd learned in my initial visit my hair has done a 180.. My stylist approved that I appear to now be on the right track.. I previously avoided heat of any kind, I got a curly cut/trim and so still am not blowing out my hair.. I am using my hooded dryer weekly to set my wash and go styles.. I can't wait to see what this head of hair of mine can do, now that I have partnered with a natrual hair stylist..

Firstly thank you for uploading this video, your honesty is rare in today's world. You thought you thought you were doing the best for your hair and you just made a mistake it happens to all of us. Thank you for sharing your honesty and girl that twist out is everything in my life the I'm actually looks good on you because it frames your face.

July 2019 I got my first big chop. 4 months later, I cut it even shorter, my sides and back shaved to the scalp. I found a wonderful natural hairstylist that taught me so much about my hair and natural hair health. Prior to going back natural I would trim my hair once, maybe twice a year. Now…I get my natural hair trimmed every 3 to 4 months. Some people may think, how do you retain length trimming your hair so often? Believe me, you do. I was also a non believer to this until I saw the results. My hair grew sis and retained length. After keeping it short because I like the style of it, I decided to grow my hair out. In less than a year my hair grew from being close cut to my scalp to neck length all while getting trims every 3 months. Learning our hair is an ongoing process because it also changes with the environment, age, health and so on. Mine changed a lot when I hit my 30’s and having kids. So I’m forever learning but having a good routine and regular trims are essential. Your hair journey will continue to be the bomb because you’re continuing to learn your hair and what works for you. You will be at bcl hair in no time sis.

Wow you just opened my eyes, I need to check out my ends asap…so sorry this happened to you but it will grow back definitely beautiful lady❤️

Thank you for the honesty! I cut almost 3 inches off recently. My hair looks so much better.

as a licensed cosmetologist (23 years) in the video when u trimmed it yourself I could see that u needed more trimmed don't worry about the length just make sure it's healthy because healthy hair will flourish your hair looks so good now. U should use protein I would say every six weeks

@SheReaDelSol

2 жыл бұрын

Yup, exactly what I said. Hindsight is 2020

@titlepending1302

2 жыл бұрын

So as a stylist by you saying that you feel that your job is important aka essential worker?! Are you saying I have no choice to go to a stylist to do my hair?! Bad enough there’s health care insurance now hair?!

@milolimes7817

2 жыл бұрын

@@titlepending1302 as a cosmetologist yes I do..... if u are unable to do your own hair the correct way because being natural does not mean u don't have to/need to seek a professional... I have seen more and more KZreaders have to just about do the big chop because they are or have been promoting length over health and when they do trim their own the NEVER cut off what's needed

@cocokdful

2 жыл бұрын

@@milolimes7817 I agree. I'm natural but I go and get my hair done almost every two weeks. I get my hair blown out 3-4x a year to trim. Length is nice but I truly prefer healthy hair. I just did a huge chop really, really short and I love it. I think we need to stress going to a professional for color, haircut and maintenance.

@427skies

2 жыл бұрын

​​@@cocokdful I think the prices is what scares more people. I'm not paying a stylist hundreds to dye my hair black.

My hair is in recovery phase too! And yes I need a trim. Good to hear your plan of action.

@SheReaDelSol

2 жыл бұрын

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Come on sponsorships!!! Love that for you!! We already been discussing over on the Insider so I’m just here to watch and support! We chat over there. 😘

@SheReaDelSol

2 жыл бұрын

Let the girls know Chantel!

So sorry you have lost the length of your hair but it looks really good for the chop. As a natural I sometimes find that my hair may have gotten thicker than longer. I wonder if any other naturals have noticed this 🤷🏽‍♀️. I am excited to see your hair grow back thicker and longer. Thanks for sharing 😘🙏🏽

I love your honesty and I plan on taking your advice. Your cut is pretty btw

I'm so in love with this cut on you. Because you do the right things to/for your hair, it'll be back to BCLH in no time. Healthy hair is the best hair.

This video is refreshing and I appreciate the honesty. I think BCLH doesn’t need to be the goal. I feel like when you just try to maintain a routine and don’t worry about length you actually get the length. There are so many curly KZreadrs out there pulling their hair down showing ‘length’ that looks like an upside down triangle and new naturals might think that’s what healthy hair should be. I feel the struggle and understand not wanting to lose the length but in the long run it’s better to be healthy and short than long and straggly at the end. I absolutely love your current haircut tbh. Welcome to team health over length 😁

@SheReaDelSol

2 жыл бұрын

Still team HEALTHY length lol

@btl4life220

2 жыл бұрын

@@SheReaDelSol Same girl same 😎

@marianb2530

2 жыл бұрын

Love your comment..."an upside down 🔻 🔽 "

You’re hair looks amazing!!🤎

I think your hair is gorgeous!! The short style looks great on you. Nothing wrong with short hair, its healthy. Plus if you take care of it as you say you do - it will grow. You are beautiful 😍

Sis Your hair still looks very beautiful. I know what you feel is what matters most. But what I see is not a setback but a move forward. Be Blessed! ❤️

PRAISE HIM SHEREA!!!! I LEFT OUT THE MOST IMPORTANT PART OF TELLING YOU ABOUT MY RICE WATER DEBACLE. MY HAIR GOT BACK ON TRACK TO A HEALTHY AND GROWING STATE THROUGH YOUR PRE-POO AND CLAY MASK VIDEOS. YOUR MIXTURE OF AYURVEDIC INGREDIENTS REALLY WORKED FOR MY HAIR. WHENEVER YOU MENTIONED RICE WATER, I HAD TO DISMISS IT BECAUSE I HAD ALREADY SUFFERED GREAT HAIR LOSS BECAUSE OF IT. THANKS FOR BEING TRANSPARENT AND ALL THE BEST ON YOUR HAIR GROWTH JOURNEY.

@auntiez4917

2 жыл бұрын

Oh yes girl! I had a similar experience with henna. My 4c low porosity hair does not like Henna at all!! Rice Water and Henna can be used by us low porosity girlies, but it has to used sparingly (maybe once a quarter) with lots of additional moisturizing ingredients. One youtuber, adds a few tablespoons of honey to her rice water and only uses once every 8 weeks. I never tried rice water because my hair is low porosity/protein sensitive, but want to try SheRea's recipe with honey added. Further, Green Beauty recommends that the rice be boiled first (to remove the starch) prior to allowing it to ferment in water. She also said the longer you allow the rice to sit, the more protein content. So only allow it to sit for a few hours.

I'm right there with you. The fear of further heat damage makes me go longer without trims.

@SheReaDelSol

2 жыл бұрын

I just booked another trim for April. I mean business

When they said natural hair journey they meant that ish with their chest! Sheesh!! But accountability is king, and so is your relationship with a trusted stylist. You got this girl 💛 summer twist out about to be on another level. Can’t wait to see it

YESSSS! I live in New Jersey, I am definitely following and booking my appointment with your stylist!

Your hair is 🔥. The curls are popping 😍The cut looks so good on you 🔥 Health over unhealthy length is what I believe in. You will grow your hair back in a healthier way going forward😘❤️. Give it a year and you’ll be back to the length, and even more healthier than pre cut😘

@SheReaDelSol

2 жыл бұрын

❤️❤️❤️

@inspirationwithnicole

2 жыл бұрын

@@SheReaDelSol ❤️

Your hair looks so good. I love getting a trim.

I swear by a good stylist. I’ve had the same one for my entire five years of being natural. My routine is like yours and I only get trims every 3-4 months which my stylist always tells me is because of my routine so thanks sis!! It looks great but I know it’s still hard. BCLH here we come 🎉🎉🎉🎉

Your video encouraged me to cut off unnecessary ends as well. I needed to let them go. Thanks.

It looks amazing still! When I had all my dead ends cut off mine was short short!! However, the health and new amazing growth retention as a result was worth the lost. That BCLH goal is still gonna be fire 🔥 We will be watching!!

SheaRa thank you so, so much for this video! I’m gonna do just what you said ASAP: Find a natural hair care professional & get a good trim/cut. If I have another set back, I will CRY. My hair is finally thriving after hair breakage last year from me installing crotchet braids in a hurry. I’ve been scared because I have thirsty thin strands that I’m moisture training. So I’m thinking,‘What else can I do to avoid another set back?’. This video is the answer! I’d rather get a voluntary cut now so my hair can continue to thrive. Your hair looks so beautiful and healthy. The hairstyle is popping too! Again, thanks for sharing your journey! 👏👏👏

Your hair cut looks great! Looks so thick and healthy.

@SheReaDelSol

2 жыл бұрын

thank youuu

You’re killing this cut 💅🏾💅🏾😍😍😍😍 Yessss

@SheReaDelSol

2 жыл бұрын

Thankssss

Hey girl! Your doing a great job on your hair! Twist out is popping! This is a year for Reset. Im going throw hair problems right now, we got this!

@SheReaDelSol

2 жыл бұрын

Yes I’ve been watching your videos! Hope we both get it together!

I aim to trim like every 3 months but sometimes every 2. Just depends on what my hair needs. Looking forward to following this new journey!

@07laille09

2 жыл бұрын

Yup I do the same, I go to a stylist every 3 months for a silk press and trim and I do the search and destroy method in between and my hair has never been better since I blow dry my hair more often too and I don’t use all those heavy butters and oils anymore that stuff weighed my fine hair down so much and dehydrated it , now I just wash condition and a gel or foam to style my hair is thriving now! 😍

Wow, girl. This video is so informative!! Thank you so much for your honesty! Let me go blow out my hair right now..

Awee…. I hope this video goes viral. I’m WOKE now. Safe heat & regular trims here I come! I AM SHOOK in a good way!!!🤭

Climate and water changes did havoc on my hair. We just gotta keep going and give a littke extra love & care. You got this 👑❣

@SheReaDelSol

2 жыл бұрын

you right, you right

Love it!💖 I'm cutting my dead ends off this weekend

I can’t get over this shape 😍😍😍 it’s legit sooooo pretty!!!

@SheReaDelSol

2 жыл бұрын

It really is!!

I”m excited to see how you incorporate henna into your routine. I was one of those naturals that went henna crazy and even though my hair was lush and full, it attacked my curl pattern and I ended up with hair that resembled when it used to be relaxed. I found out later that a mixture of henna and amla should be utilized for situations like mine but I’ve also been extremely hesitant to try it again.

Your hair looks great. The shape is so pretty.