How I grew my Natural hair “fast” + best ways to retain length and moisture

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4 жыл бұрын

Hey Loves x
So I've finally gotten around to answering "how I grew my natural hair". There's not much I do that's new under the sun but I hope you still find this useful. This is just what works for my hair :)
Video starts at 3:00 just in case you want to skip the rambling
Oh and let me know if you would like a mini twist tutorial in the comments below
Don't forget to like and subscribe and if you have any questions leave them down below x
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@joselynbrown2389 4 жыл бұрын

Here are the tips but still watch the video! Tip 1: Wash hair every week Tip 2: Moisturize regularly (use water conditioner mix or co-wash between washes) Tip 3: Try not to manipulate your hair often Tip 4: Use protective styles Tip 5: Deep Condition weekly Tip 6: Detangle on wet hair Tip 7: Sleep with a satin bonnet or scarf Tip 8: Trim hair regularly *Key points keep hair moisturized and don’t mess with it often

@Shay1147 4 жыл бұрын

Washing hair every 2 weeks is fine as well.

@tierrahillard2555 4 жыл бұрын

Lol thank sis you on your the next vid

@OhEmKee 4 жыл бұрын

Good some up! 👌🏽 I follow basically the same routine 💁🏽‍♀️

@majornija 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@mayalaylor8465 4 жыл бұрын

Beautifil twists! When you do a twist out, how do you style it at night? Or you don't and just leave it frizzy the next day?

@Nailbae 4 жыл бұрын

Ugh these twists 😩 they look so cute

@RachealAkua 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you lovely 😊

@solarlola5953 4 жыл бұрын

I don’t know how they do it. Mine looks like fuzzy caterpillars 🐛

@KaiYonnaLewin 4 жыл бұрын

omg they really are cute and she is such a beautiful Nubian queen. Its nice to watch the women who don't look like they are mixed then you know you have hope for your hair. I am trying to grow my hair too and you have a new fan.

@TiffanyM3 4 жыл бұрын

@@solarlola5953 🤣🤣🤣 Mine too.

@princessgbemisola4927 4 жыл бұрын

I know right 😩😩

@Juliana-mm5td 4 жыл бұрын

Those twists are cuuuuuuuute.

@RachealAkua 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@Anna-ij3je 4 жыл бұрын

Can you workout with the twists you have in?

@Zoe-nf4qr 4 жыл бұрын

You can just pull them out of your face and you’ll be fine :)

@Intel615 3 жыл бұрын

I have 4C hair and I can’t get mine to look like this.

@jessicaelliott4328 3 жыл бұрын

@@Intel615 me neither. But my hair is much shorter than hers at the moment..

@marieaimee3943 4 жыл бұрын

I like how you keep closing your eyes to show off eye makeup and lashes

@oooSomeToasterooo 3 жыл бұрын

These are the neatest twists I've ever seen sis! I aspire to reach this one day & I've been natural for like 8 years.

@Danidanii2626 4 жыл бұрын

Lipgloss is poppin! 😍 Hair is beautiful!

@RachealAkua 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you ☺️

@roospooscreate 4 жыл бұрын

You sound American and British at the same time 😂

@RachealAkua 4 жыл бұрын

😅😅 maybe I watch too much American tv

@QWAsingz 4 жыл бұрын

@@RachealAkua hahaha I pick every accent in a movie after watching the movie😂😂

@stephaniehb9921 4 жыл бұрын

She sounds super british to me🤣🤷🏾‍♀️

@amiliarek7521 4 жыл бұрын

Omg This is literally me

@ElegantPaws01 4 жыл бұрын

American? Um no.

@anne-marie7699 4 жыл бұрын

ooo the change of scenery, the quality, mate, it hit me. 🙌🏾🙌🏾 Also your hair and make up 😍. I wasn't prepared

@RachealAkua 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah it was cold where I normally film 😂 Thank you ❤️

@RC-lf2om 4 жыл бұрын

These have to be the most beautiful twists I’ve ever seen 😍

@loonietunes22 4 жыл бұрын

3 years of total natural hair growth 🤯.....looking at my twa after 5 years like 😩😩😩😒😞

@RachealAkua 4 жыл бұрын

You’ll get there!

@sthabiledlamini3770 4 жыл бұрын

Sis.. same struggle.. I'm same yrs as her but mine is 1/2 length of her hair..

@Stephaniealicianaturalhair 4 жыл бұрын

Have patience :) I understand where you are coming from. For a few people their hair grows really really fast. I talked about my hair growth in a few videos in the last two years.

@madamnaija1117 4 жыл бұрын

🤣🤣🤣

@asheeasmith 4 жыл бұрын

no seriously

@AfopeAtoyebi 4 жыл бұрын

These twists look JUICYYY! Love ittt!! Great tips AND YESS FOR THE SULFATE CONTAINING SHAMPOO!!! SIS!! I literally cannot stress this enough! It is NECESSARY at least once a month. So many people's hair is suffering because they've cancelled sulfates. Your advice has made me so happy! You're doing all the right things AND IT SHOWS! Go you!

@RachealAkua 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😭 Yes, sulphates all the way >>

@thebrilauren 4 жыл бұрын

So cute 🥰, I truly believe in mini twists lol. Really enjoyed your input during the Curls webinar this evening btw. You have such a humble spirit and I really enjoyed the tips you gave ❤️

@shemicacunningham9245 4 жыл бұрын

This was my first time to your channel. Your twists are sooo bomb! And your makeup 😍 sis!!!! You DID that! God bless you!

@Clauds71 4 жыл бұрын

Hey Rachael, manipulating my hair is a problem but I’m learning to leave my hair alone 😁🙌💯 Thanks for the great tips 😍

@ChroniclesofMuah 4 жыл бұрын

The twists r TOO clean 😩👌🏾

@baygladney1261 4 жыл бұрын

I love these mini twists. I want to try them since I still have time to perfect them before going back into the office. Is there a tutorial? Lovely. 💯♥️

@RacqsReal 4 жыл бұрын

Yass. Love this. Currently on a new healthy hair regime to get my hair to waist length. Thank you for sharing!

@For.her.wellth 4 жыл бұрын

I feel encouraged!! Literally since the quarantine I have done nothing but mini twists and everything you said I religiously do and especially understanding my porosity like for real. I have been natural since 2010 ish I had heat damage over the years and really have been a legit curly natural fully since October 2018.

@ginnyzovie5455 2 жыл бұрын

Same year and month when I did my big chop since 2018

@amorslegacy8832 2 жыл бұрын

The twist,the gloss & the femininity exuded!!?? 🥺Damn sis just a vibe!!😩

@laylanijones3760 4 жыл бұрын

yes i’ve been waiting on this video for foreverrrrr

@smilesallround 4 жыл бұрын

Beautiful twists! Tutorial please 😍 Ghana represent! 🇬🇭 🙌🏿😍

@RachealAkua 4 жыл бұрын

🇬🇭 ayyy

@aminad9337 4 жыл бұрын

Very clear and to the point explanations I like it even though it's the millions time I listened to those kind of advices. Still useful tips! Waiting for the hair wash day gurl... Beautiful hair

@OmgItsBennixx 4 жыл бұрын

Mini twist tutorial and a makeup grwm? You look stunning

@RachealAkua 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! No problem, I’ll put those on my to do list

@genevaxo 4 жыл бұрын

Ur hair growth journey till this day amazes me🤩🤩🤩

@RachealAkua 4 жыл бұрын

Thank youuuu

@lindsayannebelliveau 2 жыл бұрын

Your videos are some of the best I've found on natural hair!! Thanks for ev erything you do!

@MsVoxstar 4 жыл бұрын

Yes please video on your mini twist! Love them 😍😍

@SilentPlantGirl 4 жыл бұрын

yes ur mini twists look great

@RachealAkua 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you ❤️

@amandaadeyemi7443 4 жыл бұрын

The Gloved Natural can you do a tutorial please 😘

@lemoncholy3264 3 жыл бұрын

Right! I’ve been into twists lately but they’re bigger. Now I want them smaller

@PurpleDiamondKing 4 жыл бұрын

I also love that clean feeling after shampooing

@rdejlee9288 4 жыл бұрын

I LOVE those twists😍....I can't detangle on wet hair because my hair is weak when it's wet and I don't detangle when it dry...I detangle when its damp to 50% dry😊

@RachealAkua 4 жыл бұрын

That’s completely fine 😀 you’ve found what works best for you x

@dominiqueeverett488 4 жыл бұрын

Your skin is EVERYTHING 😩🥰

@loribridgett-knox2104 3 жыл бұрын

Your hair looks absolutely beautiful in those twists! 😘

@mideariyo4678 4 жыл бұрын

This is madd🔥🔥 looking back at the transition....big upss Racheal🔥❤

@RachealAkua 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you hun 😊

@sorenadix6411 4 жыл бұрын

I always say, "If I can't eat it, it's not going in my hair!" Try fermented rice water {FRW}; with orange peels for scent, and pure aloe vera gel {AV}. There are many tutorials on here on how to make each regimen. Btw, do not throw the skin of the AV plant away, boil it, let it cool, then squeeze the excess water out of the skin, put orange peels in it, and refrigerate. I spray that daily on my hair. My hair has been flourishing since November 2019, when I started using the FRW and AV. Edited 8.28.20: Today, I'm going to let the AV skin sit in room temperature water for one week, instead of boiling it, & get the nutrients from it that way. I'll update y'all.

@just1desi 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve an aloe plant. Can you just slit a leaf and eat a spoon and use it on hair solid or does one do stuff with the gel

@ayojoy7358 3 жыл бұрын

Update please

@deesenuts8730 3 жыл бұрын

sometimes there's a toxic yellow slime you need to remove first PLEASE BE CAREFUL AND WATCH WILL ON A WHIMS VIDEO ON IT

@mirandasmith8501 3 жыл бұрын

Rice water is not good for everyone, do your research before using rice water. Watch Cyndoll for more information on hair health.

@jessicaelliott4328 3 жыл бұрын

I don't know if you did a mini twist tutorial but i'd love to see one! This was a great video and I love the tips! My biggest issue is leaving my hair alone. My styles never last more than 2days for some reason🤔

@satiayvonnemarie642 4 жыл бұрын

Your doing everything I do to my hair now except I started not that long ago. I was horrible with staying consistent.

@nalediserunye4073 4 жыл бұрын

That’s me and worst part is that I always knew better

@florencembugua9094 4 жыл бұрын

Great, waited for this for long. Your hair styling is very informative

@RachealAkua 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@HumblebeeAndMe 3 жыл бұрын

Congrats on hitting 100K! ❤️

@lynetteharding4943 4 жыл бұрын

Your eyes are gorgeous and I love the twists 😀

@diamondk1988 4 жыл бұрын

your hair really grew im so happy for you !

@RachealAkua 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊

@missfittgainz2809 4 жыл бұрын

Yesss! Mini twist tutorial pleaseeee

@giovanahc 4 жыл бұрын

You and your are beautiful 😍. Love your mini twists. I would like to see a tutorial on this! Thanks for your tips and tricks. I think I will try your tips and tricks. I'm at 12 months transitioning back to natural!

@praiseosas2016 4 жыл бұрын

Washing my hair weekly didn’t work for me as I lost a lot of length manipulating my hair (because you have to detangle the hair on wash days) and dealt with a lot of tangles/single strand knots. I’ve now started washing my hair every 2 weeks and keeping it in a protective style like twists/braids. I only remoisturize every 2-3 days if my hair is in a puff. So my new natural hair method is very low manipulation. It’s weird because like you, I’m used to always wearing my hair out but my goal is to retain length. So this is what I have to do.

@RachealAkua 4 жыл бұрын

I’m glad you found what works for you 😊

@TeexMack 4 жыл бұрын

I’ve started doing this exact same thing and I’m seeing a difference in my hair. Also added some Ayurvedic herbs for my shedding

@shaniquedavis3609 4 жыл бұрын

Can you make a video how to to take care of you’re hair if you don’t have a lot of money?

@RachealAkua 4 жыл бұрын

Oh that’s a good idea!

@Hawausanusi 4 жыл бұрын

Buy creme of nature sulphate free products... you’ll love it 😊

@kikatis3313 4 жыл бұрын

@@Hawausanusi i have heard great reviews about there product line i must try!

@sunshine-tx6uv 4 жыл бұрын

Lmaooo a mood sis😩😂

@ericajones3786 4 жыл бұрын

I love cream of nature honey line and charcoal line.

@shaydamassango7474 3 жыл бұрын

Your hair looks so moisturised.😍😭

@NatashaMorrisonn 4 жыл бұрын

Your skin is gorgeous, you are absolutely beautiful 😍😍 thank you for your tips xx

@RachealAkua 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you ☺️

@1kayslife 4 жыл бұрын

Omg you're so freaking pretty its like i can't stop watching lollll

@ganatural 4 жыл бұрын

If you could do a mini twist and makeup tutorial, that would be great. Thanks for the practical tips.

@RachealAkua 4 жыл бұрын

I’ll put that on my to do list 😀

@christine1962ful 4 жыл бұрын

@@RachealAkua would love to see this look in a tutorial too!

@trishannekagolo7960 4 жыл бұрын

@@RachealAkua plz do

@vennielew 4 жыл бұрын

Wooot! Can't wait to watch

@naturalcooking525 4 жыл бұрын

I really love those mini twists it's so simple but so cute

@RachealAkua 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you x

@naturallyelsie7547 4 жыл бұрын

Your video is encouraging, am 2 years natural too,and my hair is not as long as yours,but I will definitely be taking some of this tips.

@RachealAkua 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! You’ll get there soon x

@alynnfranklin10 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, please share the mini twists deets, the skin care routine, and makeup look LBS

@hotdogwater2118 4 жыл бұрын

My hair naturally grows 3/4”-1” a month on its own and I’ve been able to retain my lenght by Ayurvedic oils + instead of using water when apply products I use aloe juice, rose water, and JBCO water from as I am + I do hair rinses (rice water, tea, AVC, etc) + PREPOOS- probably the most important one guys pls don’t skip it it adds mositure and prevents hydral fatigue

@RachealAkua 4 жыл бұрын

Ooh there’s definitely a few things you do that I think I’ll implement in my routine

@Hope-ln4dw 4 жыл бұрын

You’re speaking the truth! I know from experience.. it’s just your name. I’m so uncomfortable😩😂 cringing in fact. But you know your stuff word to Mickey

@laiyalaiya3120 4 жыл бұрын

You should consider creating a channel

@Chin715 4 жыл бұрын

@@Hope-ln4dw Lmaooooo

@margejoseph452 4 жыл бұрын

Do you add the aloe juice and rose water to the As I am? I just bought the JBCO water and I love it. Thanks in advance.

@awakanteh9573 2 жыл бұрын

I always put my natural hair on cornrow and my wig on and wash my hair once a month I hardly moisturize I don’t even have a time to care because I always put it on wig on since I started watching your videos yesterday I went straight to the supermarket i get my hair products so that I can start doing your instruction girl thank you so much your videos are so helpful much love ❤️

@genevaxo 4 жыл бұрын

I can listen to u talk the whole day omg🥰

@RachealAkua 4 жыл бұрын

Aw thank you ❤️

@rachelm.3173 4 жыл бұрын

Love your lashes😍 Not too outrageous with the length. Perfect😉

@GracieWandyte 4 жыл бұрын

This video came at the right time 😍 Thank you

@thaladiescorner9989 4 жыл бұрын

*Great video, I was just inspired to start a channel to document my hair growth if I stay consistent with 1 regimen, since that is what I struggle with most*

@Stephaniealicianaturalhair 4 жыл бұрын

Go for it :)

@thaladiescorner9989 4 жыл бұрын

yes thanks 💪🏽

@angiecoffie4916 3 жыл бұрын

🇬🇭 sis... you are so pretty 😍.. I’m totally going to listen to your tips. Thank you!

@BustItBaby718 4 жыл бұрын

I came for the hair tips and stayed for the makeup. So beautiful and natural! Please share what you are wearing on your lips? Pretty please?

@abigray9201 4 жыл бұрын

Oh my gosh sis,you are goals!!🤗❤

@tanyajackson9280 3 жыл бұрын

Just subscribed after watching 3 of your videos. Very good content, I like your personality! Thank you for sharing!

@claudiasmith039 4 жыл бұрын

Your twist are soo cute. Keep of to good work on your hair journey. Love your natural hair. Looks very healthy 👌

@RachealAkua 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you x

@LaFamiliaABZ 4 жыл бұрын

*Love these tips, and those twists. I struggle with staying consistent, ugh*

@msshannoel7056 4 жыл бұрын

Love your makeup and hair, great video! x

@Meggs93_ 4 жыл бұрын

Your twists are so pretty! 😩😍

@RachealAkua 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you x

@daintydina 4 жыл бұрын

Please do an updated makeup routine. Your makeup is so natural looking.

@kaylamcgill6605 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for these tips! Can you do a tutorial on these mini twists and the the products you used?

@tashcow90 3 жыл бұрын

"We won't be here for much longer hopefully.." 😩😂 I cannot wait for my hair to grow out so I can wear it like this!

@NinthJewel 4 жыл бұрын

Was waiting for this! Edges tips too next time please. So even in winter u wear ur own hair 90% of the time ?

@Mum-617 4 жыл бұрын

Wow, Ur hair texture is so beautiful.

@chiemeriwotony-ubah4163 4 жыл бұрын

The joico treatment balm is out of stock and the protein power treatment cannot be delivered to my location 😭 Please do you have any other substitutes for deep conditioning that are more accessible? I live in Nigeria 🤷‍♀️

@trinitysmith2226 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve been doing alllllll these things for the past 6 months and my hair only grew like maybe an inch ☹️☹️ what am I doing wrong????

@joyannb6601 3 жыл бұрын

Came on here to study for my immunology test but your thumbnail got me lol

@anele.nsithole5593 2 жыл бұрын

Try rosemary water for your itchy sculp. I used to suffer from an itchy sculp too, and no feeling could beat that after wash peace, so I never could wear my hair in braids. But I needed a break from the constant washing because I have quite the wash day routine 😅. So I use the rosemary to at least wear braids for two weeks ( I do them myself) and it really keeps the itch away, and I have notices it has given me a dark tint to my hair, which I am really enjoying. But rosemary water is really helping me keep my sculp soothed and my hair strands moisturised.

@MichElle-py8lk 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so for this!! These tips will help with my hair growth! 😄❤️ And luuuurrrrvvvvee your hair!!! 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

@RachealAkua 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, glad you found it useful x

@nygal6288 4 жыл бұрын

Girl, ur stunning & the makeup is flawless..lovely eyes & nice personality! Hair's gorgeous also!!😚

@RachealAkua 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊

@abenaappiah1 4 жыл бұрын

Sis please bring a Skin care routine 😍😍😍😍😍 your Skin is popping 👏

@jaetopia2341 4 жыл бұрын

So pretty!! Can u do a video on this hairstyle? My twist have been shrinking lately & im not sure why lol

@RachealAkua 4 жыл бұрын

Yep, I’ll try get that out soon. I twisted my hair up after it was blow dried to prevent shrinkage

@shannonarmstrong6364 3 жыл бұрын

Exactly that's how I treat my hair AMAZING just like it is

@anjola_d 4 жыл бұрын

Hair goals!! So pretty 😍

@RachealAkua 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you x

@jackywairegi2316 4 жыл бұрын

Those twists 😍😍

@Ruetendom 2 жыл бұрын

My goodness this twist is stunning. Can we get a tutorial please 😍

@Ruetendom 2 жыл бұрын

I found your tutorial for these

@brittany2192 2 жыл бұрын

I'm confused on the moisturize regularly, don't manipulate your hair too often and use protective styles. Will you clarify how or when I should moisturize my hair in protective styles? Thank you so much you look great!

@estiedeluxe 4 жыл бұрын

How do you manage braided hair after workouts? I do workout every second day and sweat a lot. Do you have any tips? Thanks for the tips 😊

@manaladam8676 4 жыл бұрын

Could you please do a video on the hair styles you do after you wash your hair and everything cause I heard that the type of hair style you do actually effects your hair growth in a good way or in a bad way LOVE YOUR VIDEOS and obviously subscribed to your channel 🥰😍😃😄😁😆

@kellysha7692 4 жыл бұрын

Mini twist tutorial 🙋🏾‍♀️

@RachealAkua 4 жыл бұрын

Yay 🙌🏾🙌🏾

@yasXcore 4 жыл бұрын

Can you suggest any other moisture treatments that you use that work? That joico look like its discontinued and I don't want to get hooked on rare products 😫

@kk92922 3 жыл бұрын

tysm ! love your "tips", makeup, n beautiful sweater. new subbie 👉🏽👈🏽🥺

@RachealAkua 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! 😊

@cinderellaidv9437 4 жыл бұрын

I’m not sure if I’m over manipulating my hair. I wash every week and I usually do the lco method about every two days. I’m planning to switch it to once a week.