Rae's Natural Hair Journey

Introduction

• Rae discusses her natural hair journey over 10+ years.
• Two major haircuts (big chops) in 2018 and 2021, with several mini chops in between.
• Focuses on promoting growth and maintaining healthy hair.

Identifying Hair Porosity

• Hair porosity refers to hair's ability to soak up and hold moisture.
• Porosity Test:
  • Float a strand of hair in a glass of water for 5 minutes.
  • Results indicate:
    • Low Porosity: Hair floats.
    • Medium Porosity: Hair stays in the middle.
    • High Porosity: Hair sinks.
• Identifying porosity helps select appropriate hair products.

Hair Trimming

• Trim hair every two months.
• Avoid trimming with paper scissors; use proper shears to prevent split ends.

Heat Usage

• Avoid heat usage, like blow drying, except when trimming.
• Blow dry on clean hair.

Hair Textures

• Rae has multiple hair textures: 3C, 4A, and 4B.
• Different textures across different areas of the head are normal.

Hair Treatments

• Conduct hot oil treatments 1-2 times a month, alternating with hair masks.
• Warm oil in hot water (not too hot) and apply for 24 hours.
• Encourages hair growth and reduces breakage.

Detangling Process

• Use argan oil Morocco shampoo and conditioner.
• Apply shampoo to scalp, not hair, to avoid dryness.
• Rinse twice for thorough cleaning.
• Three-step detangling:
  • Use fingers.
  • Use wide-tooth comb.
  • Use Denman brush.
• Results in minimal breakage and more manageable hair.

Shower Filter and Scalp Massager

• Uses a filter showerhead to remove heavy metals and chemicals, enhancing hair health.
• Scalp massager increases circulation, promoting growth.
• Finish wash with cold water to close cuticles.

Moisturizing and Products

• Moisturize consistently with L'Ostrasilk's Curlmax activator.
• Suitable for all hair types, prevents dryness and frizz.
• Avoid disturbing curls to extend "wash and go" for up to two weeks.

General Hair Care Tips

• Wash hair every 1.5 to 2 weeks to prevent breakage.
• Test new product mixes on hand to avoid flaky build-up.
• Protect hair from single strand knots by wrapping at night and using silk pillowcases.
• Maintain scalp health under protective hairstyles without excessive tension.

Conclusion

• Rae encourages engagement through comments, likes, shares, and subscriptions.
• Signs off until the next video.