Hi guys! I just wanted to clear something up. I accidentally included "sodium lauryl sulfoacetate" on the list of sulfates to avoid. I've recently done more research on it and it's actually a natural ingredient derived from plant and palm oils that serves the same function as a sulfate without the drying, irritating effects. It's not considered to be a sulfate, so just keep that in mind when choosing products!

*regrets cutting my hair and is now watching like a thousand different videos on this*

Everyone watching this during quarantine after cutting their hair 😂

I was using different oils in my hair every night at bedtime and noticed m hair was getting shorter and shorter? Well.....found out my cat was eating my hair at night, now I wear a satin bonnet.

I think we ALL look like Victoria Justice

1) drink more water 2) get away from products that have alchohol and silicon (she said that the sodium lauryl sulfoacetate it's actually a natural ingredient derived from plant and palm oils that serves the same function as a sulfate without the drying, irritating effects) 3) avoid heat (it dries it and breaks it) 4) trim your hair ONLY when necessary 5) don't wash your hair too often 6) oil treatments while massaging your scalp (avocado oil, argan oil, jojoba oil, cocounut oil) 7) be gentle with your hair Plus some tips that helped me: 8) massaging my scalp with jojoba oil for 3 minutes straight while keeping my head down my knees (inversion method) 9) using a beanie after i shower to prevent frizz 10) when i get out of the shower i don't put it in a towel as i used to do because it damages it

“Make sure you eat healthy” Me: eating Doritos

My freaking eyebrows grow faster then the hair on my head ;(

skip to 3:10 if you're in a hurry🏃

Opinions are opinions, but facts are facts. As a professional stylist, one of the worst things for your hair is silicones!!! Some folks swear by them because they give you immediate results by making the hair silky and shiny. But they are coating the hair, not allowing your hair to absorb moisture and hiding damage. Going sulfate and silicone free is a daunting task because you WILL go through a detox phase when your hair will be oily, matted, and dry and frizzy on the ends. Once the detox is over your hair will become healthy, shiny, and very manageable without the use of silicones or synthetic ingredients.

Everyone who cut their hair is watching now😂

Isn’t it so annoying when someone says they’re gonna put the pictures “right here” and then they don’t!? Or am I the only one .

~update: I made this list a while ago & everything listed may not be completely accurate, especially the shampoo brands lol~ healthy long hair tips: - get a hair cut when you start seeing split ends - try massaging castor oil/coconut oil onto roots and ends every 2-3 days for oily hair, nightly for dry hair, depends on how your hair feels to you - no heat - no hair dye - only wash when feels oily/dirty, depends on hair type and personal preference - try dry shampoo in between washes, I don’t personally, but if you can’t stand the greasy look then try it - silk pillowcase - use Nexxus/ogx shampoo & conditioner for your specific hair type (try other brands, I just use these two becau - use shampoo brush - only use enough shampoo to cover scalp and let the rest rinse down into the rest of the hair (2 dime size amounts for all hair lengths/types) - use old t shirt/microfiber towel to dry hair after shower (gentler than regular towels) - brush from ends to roots, not roots to ends (unnecessary stress on roots) - gentle hair ties & hairbrush (scrunchies & Wet brush) - clean hairbrush/comb/hair tools from harmful chemicals and dirt if needed (hairspray, hair products, etc.) - gentle hair styles that don’t pull on scalp - stay hydrated & eat healthy (omega3s, fatty acids, etc.)- fish oil pill daily if not enough moisture and nutrients in everyday foods - take biotin supplement daily - drink enough water (half of your body weight in ounces, a little more for weight loss/if needed) - try clipping method- clipping up sections of hair along part to create volume while wet

Me *shaves head because my hear was so damaged wanting to start all over * me*wants hair down to my hips*😂

“Make sure you eat healthy” Me: 'Eating a box of mini donuts' "Okay, ill stop just after I've finished these donuts

I wasn’t expecting this video to be so good. Glad this isn’t another tumblr girl pretending they know what’s good for hair.

Who else is watching this to have a glow up before school starts ✋🏼?

Going sulfate and silicone free is the best thing i did for my hair. my hair has become much more healthier and grown almost 5 inches now since i started my hair growth journey. you are the first youtuber i watched for hair growth tips..Thank you so much

Love you Anna.. I'm a curly girl but I love what you stand for and so do many others in the curly natural hair community.. Keep it up!!!

your nose is perfect

I hear “your stress level” and I got stressed cuz I knew it wouldn’t work

This was the most informative video on hair. You have obviously educated yourself on the topic. Thank you for making this video! ❤️

I’ve just discovered your channel and I am so glad I did. You are not annoying like many you tubers out there, and you are so beautiful! Because of you I’ve discovered that this leave in conditioner I used to use religiously has 3 of the harmful silicones in it. Very helpful!!Thank you so much!

You are my hair guru girl! Literally the best natural hair growth channel on KZfaq!

You can make your hair straight without using a heat, after a shower leave your hair dry for like 10-15 min but not completely dry, make a low ponytail and tie your hair with a tie all the way down , leave 2-4 heads between each tie , leave all night while you’re sleeping, hopefully you understood me.

I wanna be able to wear my hair as a scarf for when I’m cold and as a sweater so I can feel like I’m being hugged. I’m very single and lonely...

This was so helpful! I had a hair salon nightmare a couple months ago and I’m really struggling to get back to the hair I had before. Thank you!

Wow, you’re super pretty ! You’re like a mix of Princess jasmine + Victoria Justice + Naomi Scott

I completely agree with stretching out how often you wash your hair per week & oil treatments! For a period of time I had a really itchy and flaky scalp, and when I switched from washing 3-4 times a week, to 1-2 times a week (with an overnight coconut oil and innate life treatment before each wash), the itchiness stopped, the flakes are gone and my hair became so soft! Also this might be because I have naturally wavy/curly hair, but I also have the issue of having my hair growth stuck at a little passed shoulder length. Then again my trimming game isn't strong, with about 1-2 trims a year 😅. Thank you for the great advice and I will definitely look into sulfate free shampoos + conditioners ❤

Did you say you were 20? You certainly do have a lot of good advice and knowledge of your hair. Thank you for sharing this information with us. Your hair is very beautiful and your advice I believe is excellent.

I've been listening to everything you said, and a constant thought was "how are you so pretty?" Thanks for the amazing tips 😇

The best way to heatless straighten is to roller set with very large magnetic rollers. I have 3b curls and my hair is down to about my belly button. I occasionally use 3 in diameter magnetic rollers and it gets it pretty straight. It may have a slight very loose wave to it but it gets it very smooth and shiny and pretty straight. Some people use a hooded dryer when they roller set but I choose to just air dry so it's completely heatless. I have to plan ahead to do it like that, so I'll do it first thing in the morning and then take them out at night before I go out or before I have somewhere to go the next day.

You remind me of Victoria Justice lol You're super pretty, thanks for this video!

RE: HEAT if you have color processed or damaged hair, i agree that staying away from heat will accelerate growth. But if your hair is healthy and virgin, I would say heat is ok if it's limited. I only straighten my hair 1 time a week, I deep condition before I straighten, leave it straight for 5-7 days (no touch ups), and then deep condition again after washing it. I don't use the highest setting, I use 380 degrees and I always use a heat protectant before blow drying and again before flat iron. I do a really good blowout so I only have to pass the straightener ONCE. I have pretty curly hair and I've been doing this for several months and i've noticed it's stayed healthy and is growing :) So I agree to limit heat, but once a week is not gonna fry your hair! :) I love heat, and i know others do too...

In hair care products, household agents, etc., I’ve also been avoiding synthetic fragrances. What you put on your skin goes directly to the bloodstream. Also ogx has propelyne glycol.

What helped my hair tremendously was getting a blowdryer with a cold setting on it.All your advice is good .

“make sure you’re eating nice and healthy “ me: *eating elote with extra chile*

I have a mixture of African-American and Native American Indian, hair 3c/4a which is low porosity and protein sensitive. I transitioned to natural shampoo bar (not the Lush brand) and African Black Soap to wash my hair. I also use clays and Ayurvedic herbs to cleanse my hair, which help strengthen my hair without the proteins. It took about 4 months to detox my hair from silicones and chemicals but I am SO happy that I did. To summarize, stop using chemicals in your hair (sls, cones, etc) use low manipulation styles, and then drink plenty of water and live a healthy lifestyle. I also do believe in vitamins and supplements, especially the older we get. Wish I had your channel when I learned all of this the long and hard way. 😂 Thank you for such a great video! 🙏

Your so fricking gorgeous omgg😍😭 keep up the good work I wish u success in everything you do hun!!

You are glowing 😭✨

Nice hair and very pretty girl! Thank you for sharing your journey and the helpful info!

How I grew my hair naturally: let nature do its thing and don’t cut it.

This video is so awesome! I just subscribed 😊 from as long as I can remember, I have always wanted long hair. I have watched so many hair growth videos, which some of them are okay- but I especially love this one because you seem so educated and you have a logical explanation for everything which really helps me, thank you. Some girls making these videos lack the explaining and research that I can tell you put in. I just turned 14 years old, so I'm trying to gather all the information I can get from people with more experience than me regarding hair. I appreciate this video so much, and even though this video is a bit older, I am looking forward to watching your summer hair growth challenge and trying it!

From all of this I feel like you could be a cosmetologist like for real. I have learned a lot of this before but how you so easily explained it like you definitely know what you’re talking about. Amazing job.

Your skin tone is gorgeous

Great video! Most similar videos I've come across on youtube, mention ALL the wrong products which have many many chemicals in them. I haven't used products with silicone in more than 1 year and I've seen a great difference in the quality of my hair. It feels naturally softer and looks shinier. The detox period was hell, but once it was over, my hair started changing so much. Now I'm gonna try to go also sulfate free. Sadly, finding good products is not the easiest task and it's important to always look at the ingredients list before buying something new!

This video is amazing! It clarified everything I saw and thought and helped me out a lot.

You legit have hit goalllllssssss😍

“make sure your eating a healthy balanced diet” exits video*

When my hair was longer I used to put it in a low pony and have hair ties going all the way down it with no gaps. I did this before I went to bed and when I took it out the next morning it would be straight 😊 It wasn’t perfect but it made my hair more manageable if nothing else!

Wow..thank You! There are many videos of hair growth but you are the only one that gives complete info. Everyone says "avoid sulfates" "avoid silicones" but why?? Thank you for all the info, you really did your research and it is very appreciated. Thank you

okay shes my favorite youtuber💯

"make sure you eat healthy" *chocolate chip cookie ad*

I think this girl is gorgeous. She could be a model 👌

phone-cord spiral hair ties also work great for me. i get everything stuck in my hair but these always come out super easy.

your eyebrows are perfect wow

Ok I'm a guy , but you know being a metalhead I love long hair (mine is around 53 centimeters long now but I want to get it at least 60 / 65 cm, and I'm trying the one week per month inversion method right now). Anyway, my hair is wavy and a way that works very well to straighten it without heat is to wrap it around my head, lock it in place with bobby pins and wait for it to dry. It works best if the temperature is not too low, it doesn't work with me during autumn and winter because it doesn't dry completely even overnight... and my hair is not that thick! But try that, it may work!

For straitening the hair without heat: try a kardoune!

Can you do an skin care/makeup routine video? Your eyeliner is perfect, and your skin is so beautiful 💕

For curly hair and heatless straightening what has worked for me is cool drying on low and using a brush to pull your curls down or alternate using a towel to pull the water out of your hair and brushing it. It will not straighten your hair all the way, you'll still have a wave but you could use the (super low) low setting on a straightener to settle out the few waves left.

I used to have really long hair and i was so stupid an cutted it to my sholder length and now its so hard for me to grow somehow and im so angry about it

Oh yeah I wanted this so bad tnx +love you so much💞

You’re so pretty omgg

Your hair is so beautiful 😌👏🏻 hopefully one day I’ll get there. Thanks for the tips!

How beautiful is your hair! I've been trying to grow my hair for years but I realised I was doing it the wrong way. I literally slapped on a lot of oil on just one part of my scalp. I'm being gentle now. And also using castor oil and almond oil for massage. 💖

1) شرب المزيد من الماء 2) الابتعاد عن المنتجات التي تحتوي على الكحول والسيليكون (قالت إن كبريتات لوريل الصوديوم هي في الواقع مكون طبيعي مشتق من زيوت النخيل والنخيل التي تؤدي نفس وظيفة كبريتات دون آثار التجفيف والتهيج) 3) تجنب الحرارة (يجففها ويكسرها) 4) قص شعرك فقط عند الضرورة 5) لا تغسل شعرك كثيرًا 6) علاجات الزيت أثناء تدليك فروة رأسك (زيت الأفوكادو ، زيت الأرغان ، زيت الجوجوبا ، زيت جوز الهند ) 7) كن لطيفًا مع شعرك بالإضافة إلى بعض النصائح التي ساعدتني 8) تدليك فروة رأسي بزيت الجوجوبا لمدة 3 دقائق متتالية مع إبقاء رأسي أسفل ركبتي (طريقة الانعكاس) 9) باستخدام قبعة صغيرة بعد الاستحمام لمنع التجعد 10) عندما أخرج من الحمام لا أضعه في منشفة كما كنت أفعل ذلك لأنه يتلفها مو استاهل لايك😘🤪

Wow. This is going to sound crazy. But I like to poke my ears around “other spaces” just to see what I get out of it (I’m Jamaican -Black- with a vastly different hair chemistry). But I just learned something I think could be life changing regarding hair products. Thank you Miss 💛

There is a special hair wrap for straight hair my mother used to do when litle. You basically comb your hair in a circle wrapping way over your head. When its not all the way dry yet. Like bringing all the hair from one side over to the other side over the top. Kind of like a turban, or circle, if you understand? And then keep the hair in palce overnight with a scarf wrapped around. Put you hair on the side of you part. Or do it the other way if you want to flip it over for volume.

Thank you for sharing your journey with us girly!❤ And I'm still going through the side bangs phase btw😂😂😂

When I run two fingers through a strand of my hair I have a lot of ends that are 6-8cm long, that's how far up my breakage starts and idk why😩

You are naturally beautiful...stay this way!!!😊

Gurllll this rocked. Wowie. Going out and buying the shampoo and conditioner you recommended. Subscribed, too. Love a smart and beautiful girl! Such intelligent, well-founded advice!

My hair was as long as yours, but I just recently cut it a few months ago and now I regret it 😔 of course when my hair was this long I was bored and sick of it but now I just want it back!!!

Wow almost a million views 🙌🏿🙌🏿🙌🏿

Yes girl I practice the same hair routine and my hair now to the middle of my back I never use a brush on wet or dry hair it causes breakage finger combing is better and easier to find and de tangle knots without pullin hair out

Wow makes sense retaining the length

“With pictures” *adds literally one pic* 🙂

You look and sound very confident and mature for a 20 year-old girl ! 👏 I've switched to a silicone-free and sulfate-free shampoo. To be honest, for now I don't feel like it does good to my hair, it kinda looks weaker than before , less shiny and I feel like I lost some volume. 😟 But hopefully this is just a step, I've started using my natural shampoo about 4 months ago, maybe I'll see the results later...

The video was so informational and helpful!

Such such such a great video. Loved it. I’m also growing my hair and hopefully followed these will help me too

green tea (Natreal!!) and rice water is great for hair and skin!!!

Subliminal Messages do wonders as well😌👌🏼✨💗

You can straighten your hair with what we call Kardoun it’s like a long ruban and we cover a low pony tail with and sleep with , it’s an old tradition in Algeria , :) try to google it

I have really curly hair naturally and one way i "straighten" it is using rollers when my hair is wet and letting it dry. It's not completely straight and it takes a long time to dry but it eliminates a lot of frizz and i usually just do it overnight i would recommend it.

show a picture of the coconut oil you use theres so many, but great tips I just found out this hair mask i use has silicone and I now i understand why my hair is super dry and frizzy

Please share hairstyles for natural hair. I have waist length hair and it is difficult to style hair without heat tools.

Wow this is one of the most informative videos on this topic that I've found! Thanks for the inspiration sis, definitely subscribing this second! :D

Thank you Anna!! 😊 With the coconut oil - after massaging it into our scalps and leaving it on overnight, how soon do we need to wash it out? Or can we leave this into our scalp and go without washing it for an entire week?

I like how this title suggests that there's a way to grow your hair artificially

i switched to all natural shampoos and conditioners about 2 years ago and i went to the hair dresser to get a trim 4 days ago and she used her shampoo and conditioner when she washed it... and my hair has been so frizzy and dry ever since.. i can’t wait until my “wash day” to wash it off with my innate life products. i will never go back to store bought hair products that contain sulfates, silicones and parabens either!!!

I'm 43 y/o here's my basic secret. Get busy and do other things. Leave it in a ponytail. It just grows before you know it!

Watching all videos to grow my hair back

lots of love from croatia💖💋

You look like Wonderwoman!!

Happy to watch this as i just started letting my Hair down n try get it healthy and really long.. it reached my Shoulder last Month🥰

I love ur hair and nail videos 🥳🥳

As I’m eating chips she goes “make sure you eat healthy”

I really liked ur eye makeup... like can u do a vid on it.. like healthy eye care and makeup

Omg your hair is gorgeous.

You can try the wrapping method! It’s gonna make the hair straight but with a “blowout wave” in the ends if your hair is shorter than yours obviously, but you’re hair is so long and heavy I guess it will be more straight than for me with collarbone length. Thank you for a very inspiring video😊