Girl we were genuinely worried about you. And I don't mean about your hair, we were worried about *you* You seemed totally crushed by what happened, and we understand since you consider your hair to be a huge part of your real life identity as well as your online identity. But while other girls who had similar experiences came back and got sponsorships by other brands while working tirelessly to rehabilite their hair, you were just quietly doing it off camera. We are happy knowing that you're still there. We are here for you emotionally, not just hair-wise. We're not just here because of hair. You can genuinely count on us to be here for you.
You are the reason I started believing a South Asian girl could have beautiful, thick ringlets. I've driven my family crazy talking about curl patterns and because I no longer use heat on my hair. Welcome back!
I’m south Asian and my ringlets are finally coming back. I have been using amla oil and taking iron supplements, doing head massages and doing treatments once a week.
After watching the Not So Pretty episode, I am far more concerned about the reproductive and hearing issues caused by DevaCurl/formaldehyde. Hair is important for sure, but now learning that the product appears to cause more damage than that, things women would not even dream of jeopardizing, is mind-blowing to me. How many other women have come forward with those issues?
I personally am concerned for the epigenetic risks that some of the chemicals they use in our hair care & other products are having on our children. I used DevaCurl while pregnant with my son, & his hair texture is surprising (it is similar to the “un-comb-able” hair texture that has been noticed in a few children recently in the news or on social media). I still wonder if those products some how played a role in the development & quality of my sons own hair texture.
Wouldn't be surprised sadly. They are putting lots of sketchy and dangerous chemicals in most things we use daily now and ingest. The Government and these big companies know what they are doing. The fact people put their trust in the government during covid made me pull my hair out. The real conspiracy is trusting the government to know what's best for us when all along throughout history they never truly cared but spread lies and half truths to us. Do more research and pray to our ABBA Father for guidance by his holy spirit. Jesus is coming soon for his church. It's time to awake and not be woke.
I'm 100% sure devacurl didn't cause those problems because it's pretty much impossible, and I'm actually surprised she isn't being sued for defamation :/
@@goldielocks9092 I remember explaining at length when her video with the first allegations came out. Citing the studies and everything. Maybe you can still find that comment if she didn't deleted it haha. But in summary pretty much no topically applied products can cause hearing loss, period. Any hearing loss would be only temporary. Even if you suffer severe allergy reactions (anaphylaxis). There are several studies about this. There was one that showed some correlation between anaphylaxis and hearing loss on animals iirc tho. The menstrual changes could be explained by a thousand things and not specifically Devacurl, given that: 1. Menstrual cicle variates with time and age 2. It is also pretty sensible to lifestyle changes 3.Even if she could eliminate those two factors (she can't, given that at least it she used the products for a couple of years and went though a really stressful period afterwards) a lot of products on our daily lives have chemicals that could alter your hormones balance: perfumes, cookware, fragrances, mascara... you name it. I'd be close to impossible to pinpoint the exact product that caused her problems. Last but not least, it's really important to remember that Correlation ≠ Causation. If you get sunburnt every time you eat an icecream you might want to blame the icecream, but we both now that icecream don't cause sunburns the sun does. Just because two things seem related doesn't mean they are, and all the "evidence" she has showed so far is just her experience. It's just correlation at best, and straight out lies at worst. All that said, I'm not saying Devacurl is innocent but that she can't even sustain her own claims with actual proofs. Following the ice-cream example, if someone randomly started saying this-brand-of-icecream caused their sunburns and hearing loss you would expect some proof of that. And if all they showed was just medical records that they "yup, you have hearing loss and a sunburn" but no proof of relation to the icecream brand you still wouldn't believe the icecream caused it. Even if a whole bunch of people would claim the same thing. They would seem like conspiracy theorist or just people that let themselves get carried away by the hype. I hope that all that made some sense. I'm pretty sure the hearing loss is impossible, and all her other claims are just extremely hard or impossible to prove.
Yeah, Brad mondo doesn’t have a single clue how to properly take care of curly hair. Which sucks, because he speaks with such conviction and confidence it’s as if he’s actually done his so called “research” when in reality he’s just an arm chair hair stylist with no curly hair experience at all
Yup. I was a fan of him for years and almost ended up buying his products until one day I realised NONE of his videos focus on curly hair, and he's constantly talking about how brown hair is boring. I just don't feel like he cares for anyone that doesn't fit his idea of beauty.
@@MissSousoutheleb I got so much enjoyment when Manes by Mel basically roasted him for calling her video about how letting your hair air dry can be a lot more damaging specially for us curly haired girls (because it takes our hair foreverrrrrr to properly dry without heat) than defusing our hair
I'm so happy for you, particularly that your headaches are diminishing. I know what living with chronic pain/ symptoms is like, what a relief it is when the symptoms subside even just a little! Sending you positive vibes and prayers 💕
Wow welcome back Ms.Ayesha!!!!! It's such a huge relief to see you again. I am so glad to see that your beautiful hair has improved a lot. It's absolutely gorgeous and very long!!!!! You've come so far and I just wanna let you know that we are all so proud of you Ayesha. You are seriously one courageous and formidable woman for continuing on, not giving up without a fight, and working your ass off. Your entire hair journey from where you first started to where you are now as well as experiencing a major hair glow-up with your hair is absolutely inspiring. You are one of the many proofs that there's ALWAYS a light at the end of the tunnel and that you WILL get through the hardest knocks in life even if it takes years. Things will get better no matter what and you are the literal proof of that. Your strength and courage to keep going and put one foot in front of the other is very admirable indeed. I am so happy for you and I'm so very proud of you and I wish you great blessings and major positive vibes on your journey continuing forward from here. I know I'm just some random stranger on the internet so my comment probably won't mean anything at this point but I'm just so happy that you're finally back and alive. Anyway enough of my sappiness. Welcome back Ms.Ayesha!!!!! We've all missed you dearly and I hope you have a marvelous and safe day. Happy early Easter and God Bless!!!!! 🐇🐣🙏
Ayesha, I've thought about you these past few years and you certainly know how to surprise people! I was so elated to wake up this morning with a notification that you had posted a video! I hope all is well and when you're ready, your followers will be here waiting to hear your story. ❤ So glad to see you are doing okay!
As a person who was also affected by diva curl even just using their gel. I feel for you so much, wanting to go on a healthy hair journey and it destroys your hair isn't fun. I wish you the best, my hair is almost back to normal it is starting to curl back again. The short pieces still are having a hard time growing back but I'm ok with the progress and am looking forward to trying some of your tips.
I am so happy to see your beautiful spirit back here on CZcams! Girl, I found you as I discovered that when my hair was healthy, it is curly. My cousin was diagnosed with uterine cancer 3 years ago, when she shaved her head before the chemo and radiation took it, I shaved mine with her. It was only while it was growing back in that I realized that at 43 years old, my hair was not simply wavy in some spots, it has spirals, and coils and yes, the occasional wave. I wanted to keep them, and when I went looking for that other curl brand is when I found you. I stayed way back from that and have only used natural stuff on my hair since then, and although my hair can still get very heavy and start to pull the curls, coils and spirals into simple waves, that is when I know my hair is getting too heavy, or it is getting time to wash it. Thank you. Thank you for sharing your story so others don't feel alone and so those of us that are discovering our curls, don't fall to marketing gimmicks.
Thank you for sharing this. We love you. We are praying for you. You shouldn't have to explain your absence - anyone who understands, will understand. And anyway who cares. Do what's good for you x
I bought a laser helmet for hair loss and I just wanted to say that I have been surprised to see how it has improved not only growth, but also the overall health and strength of my hair. I also use a bond repair product and I went back to using shampoo twice a week after over a decade of no-poo. That’s all, I haven’t tried any of the other things mentioned.
@@eeeeeeeeee10 I used one from Aveda. I think it was called Botanical Repair. I haven’t used it in several months now. I still use the helmet and it is maintaining my hair growth.
Just finished watching the HBO episode and it was SO informative. I didn't realize the extent to which DevaCurl had harmed you. It's so unfair. You are so strong for being so transparent and putting your story out there, and to continue showing us your healing process. Thank you Ayesha ❤
YOU... my Love... set me on a course of transformation. I thought I was going CRAZY until I saw your video...it literally changed my life! I am so so so so sooooo happy you are healthy, and recovering and alive and well. So much love to you and for you!!!
I noticed a lot of the same symptoms as you when I was using Devacurl too. The itchiness and headaches were so bad. 😫 I’m so glad I only used it for a few months and not years. I really thought it was just me until you came out against Devacurl.
Omg I think about you EVERY DAY!! I work on base in a PX and every day I pass a display of Deva Curl. And I have to work to not destroy it. I am glad that you are doing better, and I am praying for you. Love you! 🥰
You were the FIRST person I saw with curly hair that made me realize that curls can be beautiful!! I’m so thankful for you and incredibly proud!! The struggle and journey you went through breaks my heart but I am happy you are getting through it ❤️ curls are a form of personality, of self and ever think of my curls leaving me is to scary ❤️❤️
I'm a glass half full person and this whole thing has opened all of our eyes. So I thank you for the tough journey you have been on. I hope one day you launch that curly girl brand we have all drempt of. One with integrity and great love and care for curly hair. Thank you, Thank you 💞
I'm glad to see you! I've also been on a multi-year journey trying to reverse as much damage as possible and repair my scalp. My hair is really similar to yours but between so much breaking off and it just not wanting to curl its been a struggle. I'm finally seeing real improvement. I'm so glad you are too.
I'm really glad you're back and doing better. I just watched the documentary and finding out you had to get hearing aids was rough. I'm sorry you're going through that, and I'm glad you're on the road to recovery.
I remember watching your devacurl vidoes several years ago and just recently thought of them/you. Hope your hair continues improving and thank you for sharing your story!! Hope you return one day and share more
You are the reason I started my CG journey about 4yrs back a random CZcams viedo popped up of u which literally changed the way I saw myself and made me fall in love with my curls. It's because of u that I am finally comfortable in my own skin. U inspired me to embrace my curls and love them. It may be a tough time that you are going through. I am sure the last few months where not easy. Stay strong there is light at the end of the tunnel. I have been checking periodically just to see if ur back. Welcome back. Stay strong. ❤ from India 🇮🇳
I’m a diva curl damaged woman as well and had to repair my hair regrow my hair with vitamins and only natural products. Don’t know why I switched from my natural products to diva curl in the first place. It totally ruined my hair but things to my persistence and gradually trimming my hair my hair is beautiful now. Thank you for your bravery
I did cut almost all my hair off, including an under shave. That was in the fall of 2020. I quit devacurl in fall 2019 and just couldn't deal with the damage anymore. My curls started springing back almost a year after I cut my hair off. I didn't use anything on my hair except hair oil and regular cleansing. I was basically gaslit into believing it was from product buildup so I was afraid it'd keep happening. The last few months, my hair really seems to have come alive. People have been commenting on how great my hair looks and asking if I've done something differently. It's great to see you were able to do this without cutting your hair off. I wish I'd just stuck it out. It was pretty traumatic though, to see how bad my hair looked, when I was taking care of it for the first time in my life. Luckily, it grows pretty quickly. Congratulations on your progress, your hair looks amazing.
this gives me so much hope. devacurl destroyed my curls & while there has been progress since 2019, it’s very very minimal. i’m so happy for you & your recovery
I just got my hair back!! I used deva curl almost 3 years ago and I was sooo sad cause it ruined my hair only after one use!! I’m happy your hair is better now!
Miss you so much Ayesha. Glad to have you back, this is coming from the bottom of my heart. I've been watching your videos when I first learned about curly hair method and yours were the first videos I first refered when I was in high school. It is overwhelming to see you come back all of a sudden with a bang. All the power to you my love. 💖💗💖💗💖💗
So glad that you're back and I am so happy to see how much your hair has improved! My heart breaks every time I think of all the poor people who were duped by DevaCurl. Thankfully I don't use their products and don't have any of the damage caused by them, but as someone who is constantly looking for ways to improve my hair and scalp health, I was very happy to see this video. I can't wait to try some of these tips! I hope you have a wonderful day. Take care of yourself sweetie 💕💕
It's so good to have some news from you. I'm really glad that your hair improved a lot during this period. You inspired me so much while I was in transition, and I missed you. I wish u all the best, come back soon, plz. Kisses from Brazil!
Sending positive thoughts your way, Ayesha! Take whatever time you need to heal. I used Caviar shampoo and conditioner right after throwing out all of my Deva Curl products too, and saw new growth and my first ringlets again in about a year.
Glad to see your hair is recovering and that you're feeling better. I was wondering how you were doing. Definitely going to check out that documentary.
I am so so happy to see you back and doing so much better. I completely understand why you needed time off and why it was hard to come back. Thank you so much for the tips. I wish you all the best!
When I started using Deva Curl, it was a good product but like you, I started experiencing the same symptoms. My scalp itched so bad for over a year and my hair looked grayish and ashy like the color was draining, all down the follicle, not just new growth. It was limp and so depressing. I chucked Deva so fast and I'm still in recovery but I would never have known of it weren't for you. Thanks for sharing your struggle and journey!
I'm glad you posted this. One to see how you fixed your hair and it doesn't look like it was ever damaged. Two bc I bought a generic product that I shall not mention but didn't know it was a devacurl dupe. My scalp has been insanely irritated. So I just stopped the video, looked, and got right in the shower then came back here. So I shall see if it was that causing it.
Update: I'm already seeing small improvement so now I'm doing deep cleansing every so often and just adding tons of moisture. Thank you! And I'm picking up some CBD oil to help.
Girl ! I have just recently found you on CZcams ! The first video that I saw was from 4 years ago and I was amazed at your beautiful hair and YOUR BEAUTIFUL FACE/PERSONALITY/All of it. The next video I saw was taking about your hair damage from deva curl and my heart literally sank …. I was so sad for you and your hair. And I was more sad to see that you weren’t as happy as the first video I saw of you. My thoughts and prayers to you on your journey. So glad to see that even as you’ve struggled so many have reached out to you to show you love and support- there’s not enough of that in the world and you do deserve it. Take care and remember just take each day as it comes in your healing process. Best wishes to you….
so many of these are crazy measures and expensive too, your hair would’ve probably grown back healthy anyway . damaged hair can’t get “fixed” your hair simply grew and you cut the ends.
Don't think that could have happened though because if you look at her damage video her whole head has damaged her. It's only been a couple of years since then and her hair can't have grown THAT much in that time considering its current length and the curl pattern also.
Watched the documentary before I even knew this video was posted. I was so surprised, relieved, and happy to see you Ayesha, but also felt sadness thinking about what you and many others have been struggling with in terms of Deval Curl and just toxic hair products in general. Glad to see you back but so proud of you for using your voice even if it brought discomfort. 💞
Omg! you are baaaaaaccccckkkkk! I have checked your channel periodically for awhile. The time you need is important, of course, I am just so happy to see a new post from you. ❤❤❤
You have no idea how much joy this brings me, especially the part when you said a ringlet formed after the protein treatment. I don't even have curly hair myself but I saw your Devacurl damage video during Covid and during the time I was depressed. Now watching where things are going just makes me so much happier to realise how life has shifted for the better. Much love sis
hello, Ayesha! i just wanted to say i am incredibly happy for you, for finding a way to channel your stress into action, for finding peace, for taking all these steps towards healing. you may not be where you want to be right now, but you had already made so much progress! you are incredible. i had never contacted you before but i've been silently thinking of you for a long time. i am delighted to see you again and to know you are taking a good care of yourself. please take all the time you need for yourself before you feel comfortable to come back (if you decide to not come back - that's good too! whichever will be the best for you), many people are cheering for you and wishing you a wonderful life. please keep treating yourself with love and kindness! may you reach full recovery soon (both mind and hair wise)
Thank you so much for being so open and sharing your journey. You will help others. Also, I'm a therapist so thank you for sharing mental health struggles and normalizing that health and mental health go hand in hand.
Welcome back! Thank you for sharing your truth with us. Sending you healing and supportive vibes. May you effortlessly return to thriving and love. Be well Ayesha
I love to see your old videos regarding products you don't use have been removed. I was wondering where you have been and glad to see your hair is on the bettering side. I also see your emotions on this. Just know you cannot help other before you help yourself first. After you healed the CZcams community will be here you listen to your story. At this point we at least have all stopped the DC products. Happy ramadan 💚🤲🏼
I saw that documentary and it brought me to your channel. I will say that people were just laughing at curly girls and naturals that used homemade products in their hair. But I was inspired by someone in my family developing a genetic condition that was never present in my family history, I cut out as much chemical products and I even cook more at home to monitor what goes in and on my body. It is of benefit, if the words are too big to understand on the label don’t buy it. My hair suffered with chemical processes and the more I cut out and used food home made products the better my hair looked and felt. I wish healing to all of you affected by this company and we the consumers have the power to shut them down when we stop spending with them
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Really happy for you and proud of your strength. Thanks for not giving up.
Which CBD oil did you use?
Girl we were genuinely worried about you. And I don't mean about your hair, we were worried about *you*
You seemed totally crushed by what happened, and we understand since you consider your hair to be a huge part of your real life identity as well as your online identity.
But while other girls who had similar experiences came back and got sponsorships by other brands while working tirelessly to rehabilite their hair, you were just quietly doing it off camera.
We are happy knowing that you're still there. We are here for you emotionally, not just hair-wise.
We're not just here because of hair. You can genuinely count on us to be here for you.
Omg! I was jus thinking about you the other day. This feels surreal. I’m glad you’re doing okay.
Positive thoughts do make your hair grow like plants. These are medical facts. I'm so glad you are finding healing!!! These companies are the WORST!!!
You have no idea how many times I’ve checked your channel and Instagram for updates! I’m so glad you’re alive and well, thanks for returning ❤️
Saaaame girl saaame
Same
Me too!
sammmmmmmee so happy I won't have to comment it !!!
So glad you’re back. I cried 😭 because the struggle is real. I’m getting my curls back.
Even though you were gone for so long, your hair is still legendary in the community. I still strive for "spisha" hair. So glad to have you back!!!!!
You are the reason I started believing a South Asian girl could have beautiful, thick ringlets. I've driven my family crazy talking about curl patterns and because I no longer use heat on my hair. Welcome back!
I’m south Asian and my ringlets are finally coming back. I have been using amla oil and taking iron supplements, doing head massages and doing treatments once a week.
I have never clicked so fast, I’ve missed you so much 😭😭😭😭
Girl same
Me TOOOoooooooo. Miss youuuuuuuu👑🍎💐💕🌍
Same!!!
I definitely squealed a little when I saw she posted! Such and unexpected great surprise!
sameeeeeee
happy to see you thriving sis!
Ahhh my curly queens
You are radiant ✨
I love you and am so proud of you!
Are u alive
After watching the Not So Pretty episode, I am far more concerned about the reproductive and hearing issues caused by DevaCurl/formaldehyde. Hair is important for sure, but now learning that the product appears to cause more damage than that, things women would not even dream of jeopardizing, is mind-blowing to me. How many other women have come forward with those issues?
I personally am concerned for the epigenetic risks that some of the chemicals they use in our hair care & other products are having on our children. I used DevaCurl while pregnant with my son, & his hair texture is surprising (it is similar to the “un-comb-able” hair texture that has been noticed in a few children recently in the news or on social media). I still wonder if those products some how played a role in the development & quality of my sons own hair texture.
Wouldn't be surprised sadly. They are putting lots of sketchy and dangerous chemicals in most things we use daily now and ingest. The Government and these big companies know what they are doing. The fact people put their trust in the government during covid made me pull my hair out. The real conspiracy is trusting the government to know what's best for us when all along throughout history they never truly cared but spread lies and half truths to us. Do more research and pray to our ABBA Father for guidance by his holy spirit. Jesus is coming soon for his church. It's time to awake and not be woke.
I'm 100% sure devacurl didn't cause those problems because it's pretty much impossible, and I'm actually surprised she isn't being sued for defamation :/
@@ziqrek2314 How'd you know it's impossible?
@@goldielocks9092 I remember explaining at length when her video with the first allegations came out. Citing the studies and everything. Maybe you can still find that comment if she didn't deleted it haha.
But in summary pretty much no topically applied products can cause hearing loss, period. Any hearing loss would be only temporary. Even if you suffer severe allergy reactions (anaphylaxis). There are several studies about this. There was one that showed some correlation between anaphylaxis and hearing loss on animals iirc tho.
The menstrual changes could be explained by a thousand things and not specifically Devacurl, given that:
1. Menstrual cicle variates with time and age
2. It is also pretty sensible to lifestyle changes
3.Even if she could eliminate those two factors (she can't, given that at least it she used the products for a couple of years and went though a really stressful period afterwards) a lot of products on our daily lives have chemicals that could alter your hormones balance: perfumes, cookware, fragrances, mascara... you name it. I'd be close to impossible to pinpoint the exact product that caused her problems.
Last but not least, it's really important to remember that Correlation ≠ Causation. If you get sunburnt every time you eat an icecream you might want to blame the icecream, but we both now that icecream don't cause sunburns the sun does. Just because two things seem related doesn't mean they are, and all the "evidence" she has showed so far is just her experience. It's just correlation at best, and straight out lies at worst.
All that said, I'm not saying Devacurl is innocent but that she can't even sustain her own claims with actual proofs. Following the ice-cream example, if someone randomly started saying this-brand-of-icecream caused their sunburns and hearing loss you would expect some proof of that. And if all they showed was just medical records that they "yup, you have hearing loss and a sunburn" but no proof of relation to the icecream brand you still wouldn't believe the icecream caused it. Even if a whole bunch of people would claim the same thing. They would seem like conspiracy theorist or just people that let themselves get carried away by the hype.
I hope that all that made some sense. I'm pretty sure the hearing loss is impossible, and all her other claims are just extremely hard or impossible to prove.
Yeah, Brad mondo doesn’t have a single clue how to properly take care of curly hair. Which sucks, because he speaks with such conviction and confidence it’s as if he’s actually done his so called “research” when in reality he’s just an arm chair hair stylist with no curly hair experience at all
Yup. I was a fan of him for years and almost ended up buying his products until one day I realised NONE of his videos focus on curly hair, and he's constantly talking about how brown hair is boring. I just don't feel like he cares for anyone that doesn't fit his idea of beauty.
I know! I unsubscribed from him a few months ago. Educate yourself before you speak!
@@MissSousoutheleb I got so much enjoyment when Manes by Mel basically roasted him for calling her video about how letting your hair air dry can be a lot more damaging specially for us curly haired girls (because it takes our hair foreverrrrrr to properly dry without heat) than defusing our hair
I'm so happy for you, particularly that your headaches are diminishing. I know what living with chronic pain/ symptoms is like, what a relief it is when the symptoms subside even just a little!
Sending you positive vibes and prayers 💕
Hope you're okay Ayesha. Wishing for your return ❤
Wow welcome back Ms.Ayesha!!!!! It's such a huge relief to see you again. I am so glad to see that your beautiful hair has improved a lot. It's absolutely gorgeous and very long!!!!! You've come so far and I just wanna let you know that we are all so proud of you Ayesha. You are seriously one courageous and formidable woman for continuing on, not giving up without a fight, and working your ass off. Your entire hair journey from where you first started to where you are now as well as experiencing a major hair glow-up with your hair is absolutely inspiring. You are one of the many proofs that there's ALWAYS a light at the end of the tunnel and that you WILL get through the hardest knocks in life even if it takes years. Things will get better no matter what and you are the literal proof of that. Your strength and courage to keep going and put one foot in front of the other is very admirable indeed. I am so happy for you and I'm so very proud of you and I wish you great blessings and major positive vibes on your journey continuing forward from here. I know I'm just some random stranger on the internet so my comment probably won't mean anything at this point but I'm just so happy that you're finally back and alive. Anyway enough of my sappiness. Welcome back Ms.Ayesha!!!!! We've all missed you dearly and I hope you have a marvelous and safe day. Happy early Easter and God Bless!!!!! 🐇🐣🙏
Ayesha, I've thought about you these past few years and you certainly know how to surprise people! I was so elated to wake up this morning with a notification that you had posted a video! I hope all is well and when you're ready, your followers will be here waiting to hear your story. ❤ So glad to see you are doing okay!
As a person who was also affected by diva curl even just using their gel. I feel for you so much, wanting to go on a healthy hair journey and it destroys your hair isn't fun. I wish you the best, my hair is almost back to normal it is starting to curl back again. The short pieces still are having a hard time growing back but I'm ok with the progress and am looking forward to trying some of your tips.
I am so happy to see your beautiful spirit back here on CZcams! Girl, I found you as I discovered that when my hair was healthy, it is curly. My cousin was diagnosed with uterine cancer 3 years ago, when she shaved her head before the chemo and radiation took it, I shaved mine with her. It was only while it was growing back in that I realized that at 43 years old, my hair was not simply wavy in some spots, it has spirals, and coils and yes, the occasional wave. I wanted to keep them, and when I went looking for that other curl brand is when I found you. I stayed way back from that and have only used natural stuff on my hair since then, and although my hair can still get very heavy and start to pull the curls, coils and spirals into simple waves, that is when I know my hair is getting too heavy, or it is getting time to wash it. Thank you. Thank you for sharing your story so others don't feel alone and so those of us that are discovering our curls, don't fall to marketing gimmicks.
Thank you for sharing this. We love you. We are praying for you. You shouldn't have to explain your absence - anyone who understands, will understand. And anyway who cares. Do what's good for you x
I bought a laser helmet for hair loss and I just wanted to say that I have been surprised to see how it has improved not only growth, but also the overall health and strength of my hair. I also use a bond repair product and I went back to using shampoo twice a week after over a decade of no-poo. That’s all, I haven’t tried any of the other things mentioned.
What kind of bond repair? Olaplex ruined mine I believe
@@eeeeeeeeee10 I used one from Aveda. I think it was called Botanical Repair. I haven’t used it in several months now. I still use the helmet and it is maintaining my hair growth.
@@eeeeeeeeee10 No, it didn’t. You almost certainly overused it.
as a guy with aging hair, no lie, you have me wondering if I should do some of this.
Try it man what’s the worse that could happen
u definitely should
Less pain more hope in your eyes! So glad to see you make a video. I hope you and your family were well over these crazy couple of years☺️
I'm so happy to see an update from you!!!
Never feel obligated to film or post if you're not ready - you owe us nothing!!
BABE WAKE UP AYESHA POSTED!!! Missed you so much 😭😭 I’ll be using a vpn to watch the series!! You have support from all around the world ❤️❤️
Just finished watching the HBO episode and it was SO informative. I didn't realize the extent to which DevaCurl had harmed you. It's so unfair. You are so strong for being so transparent and putting your story out there, and to continue showing us your healing process. Thank you Ayesha ❤
What is the hbo episode called
@@jacquelinefeliciano6135 it's the fourth episode, I think it's literally called "Hair"
YOU... my Love... set me on a course of transformation. I thought I was going CRAZY until I saw your video...it literally changed my life! I am so so so so sooooo happy you are healthy, and recovering and alive and well.
So much love to you and for you!!!
I noticed a lot of the same symptoms as you when I was using Devacurl too. The itchiness and headaches were so bad. 😫 I’m so glad I only used it for a few months and not years. I really thought it was just me until you came out against Devacurl.
You are real life Jasmine. Glad to hear from you 🤗 It is wonderful that you have recovered.
Omg I think about you EVERY DAY!! I work on base in a PX and every day I pass a display of Deva Curl. And I have to work to not destroy it. I am glad that you are doing better, and I am praying for you. Love you! 🥰
You were the FIRST person I saw with curly hair that made me realize that curls can be beautiful!! I’m so thankful for you and incredibly proud!! The struggle and journey you went through breaks my heart but I am happy you are getting through it ❤️ curls are a form of personality, of self and ever think of my curls leaving me is to scary ❤️❤️
I'm a glass half full person and this whole thing has opened all of our eyes. So I thank you for the tough journey you have been on. I hope one day you launch that curly girl brand we have all drempt of. One with integrity and great love and care for curly hair. Thank you, Thank you 💞
Happy to see you back! Thank you for letting us know what you did to repair your hair! You showed a lot of tips which I have never heard of before.
girl, shaving my head just sounds the sole affordable thing in my budget right now.
QUEEN. You have lived this with courage, grace and radiance. Proud of you and adore you
I'm glad to see you! I've also been on a multi-year journey trying to reverse as much damage as possible and repair my scalp. My hair is really similar to yours but between so much breaking off and it just not wanting to curl its been a struggle. I'm finally seeing real improvement. I'm so glad you are too.
For the fact that you came back to us is amazing. Thank you for not giving up on yourself.🔥🔥🔥
I'm continually so happy to see u healing and sharing what works for you ❤
I’m so happy to see you. Thank you for being vulnerable and you were so missed.
I'm really glad you're back and doing better. I just watched the documentary and finding out you had to get hearing aids was rough. I'm sorry you're going through that, and I'm glad you're on the road to recovery.
I remember watching your devacurl vidoes several years ago and just recently thought of them/you. Hope your hair continues improving and thank you for sharing your story!! Hope you return one day and share more
Spisha! Am so happy you're back! 😭😍🤗
You are the reason I started my CG journey about 4yrs back a random CZcams viedo popped up of u which literally changed the way I saw myself and made me fall in love with my curls. It's because of u that I am finally comfortable in my own skin. U inspired me to embrace my curls and love them.
It may be a tough time that you are going through. I am sure the last few months where not easy. Stay strong there is light at the end of the tunnel.
I have been checking periodically just to see if ur back. Welcome back. Stay strong.
❤ from India 🇮🇳
FINALLY AFTER 2 YEARS (almost :3) !
Miss you and hope you are doing well 💕💕 thank you for inspiring us to never give up
I’m a diva curl damaged woman as well and had to repair my hair regrow my hair with vitamins and only natural products. Don’t know why I switched from my natural products to diva curl in the first place. It totally ruined my hair but things to my persistence and gradually trimming my hair my hair is beautiful now. Thank you for your bravery
I did cut almost all my hair off, including an under shave. That was in the fall of 2020. I quit devacurl in fall 2019 and just couldn't deal with the damage anymore. My curls started springing back almost a year after I cut my hair off. I didn't use anything on my hair except hair oil and regular cleansing. I was basically gaslit into believing it was from product buildup so I was afraid it'd keep happening. The last few months, my hair really seems to have come alive. People have been commenting on how great my hair looks and asking if I've done something differently. It's great to see you were able to do this without cutting your hair off. I wish I'd just stuck it out. It was pretty traumatic though, to see how bad my hair looked, when I was taking care of it for the first time in my life. Luckily, it grows pretty quickly. Congratulations on your progress, your hair looks amazing.
I saw the notification and came running.. I used to look if you ever uploaded.. thank you for this video. ❤️❤️❤️
Wow. That was a lot all around. I can’t imagine how much it all costs, what it must’ve been like and how much of your energy it took.
this gives me so much hope. devacurl destroyed my curls & while there has been progress since 2019, it’s very very minimal. i’m so happy for you & your recovery
I just got my hair back!! I used deva curl almost 3 years ago and I was sooo sad cause it ruined my hair only after one use!! I’m happy your hair is better now!
I'm so happy to hear that
One. You are ALIVE
Two. Just to see you post again
I hope your healing process continues on
Thank you for your update. It’s good to see that you were feeling strong enough to film and post this. Sending you lots of love ☺️
dude i was literally just checking her channel yesterday to see what was going on. wild. we missed you.
Black seed oil is amazing 😌. My hair is so much longer. Rooibos tea is also amazing.
I love the *let's just skip the intro* !!!!! Finally someone with some sense
Miss you so much Ayesha. Glad to have you back, this is coming from the bottom of my heart. I've been watching your videos when I first learned about curly hair method and yours were the first videos I first refered when I was in high school. It is overwhelming to see you come back all of a sudden with a bang. All the power to you my love. 💖💗💖💗💖💗
So happy to see you here again. Thank you for your sincerity. No doubt never. You are doing the right thing now. Proud of you.
So glad that you're back and I am so happy to see how much your hair has improved! My heart breaks every time I think of all the poor people who were duped by DevaCurl.
Thankfully I don't use their products and don't have any of the damage caused by them, but as someone who is constantly looking for ways to improve my hair and scalp health, I was very happy to see this video. I can't wait to try some of these tips!
I hope you have a wonderful day. Take care of yourself sweetie 💕💕
It's so good to have some news from you. I'm really glad that your hair improved a lot during this period. You inspired me so much while I was in transition, and I missed you. I wish u all the best, come back soon, plz. Kisses from Brazil!
Sending positive thoughts your way, Ayesha! Take whatever time you need to heal. I used Caviar shampoo and conditioner right after throwing out all of my Deva Curl products too, and saw new growth and my first ringlets again in about a year.
Glad to see your hair is recovering and that you're feeling better. I was wondering how you were doing. Definitely going to check out that documentary.
welcome back!!!! i just got finished watching the docuseries; GOOD JOB AND BIG HUGS!!!
Been thinking of you constantly. So glad to see an update and no shaved head. Love you ❤️
This is one of the best information videos on here in reference to hair care. Ppl believe what they read without knowing about healthy hair.
I am so so happy to see you back and doing so much better. I completely understand why you needed time off and why it was hard to come back. Thank you so much for the tips. I wish you all the best!
I’m so glad to see you didn’t have to do a crazy chop! You are very much an inspiration and I’m glad you are feeling better!
When I started using Deva Curl, it was a good product but like you, I started experiencing the same symptoms. My scalp itched so bad for over a year and my hair looked grayish and ashy like the color was draining, all down the follicle, not just new growth. It was limp and so depressing. I chucked Deva so fast and I'm still in recovery but I would never have known of it weren't for you. Thanks for sharing your struggle and journey!
I'm glad you posted this. One to see how you fixed your hair and it doesn't look like it was ever damaged. Two bc I bought a generic product that I shall not mention but didn't know it was a devacurl dupe. My scalp has been insanely irritated. So I just stopped the video, looked, and got right in the shower then came back here. So I shall see if it was that causing it.
Update: I'm already seeing small improvement so now I'm doing deep cleansing every so often and just adding tons of moisture. Thank you! And I'm picking up some CBD oil to help.
Girl ! I have just recently found you on CZcams ! The first video that I saw was from 4 years ago and I was amazed at your beautiful hair and YOUR BEAUTIFUL FACE/PERSONALITY/All of it. The next video I saw was taking about your hair damage from deva curl and my heart literally sank …. I was so sad for you and your hair. And I was more sad to see that you weren’t as happy as the first video I saw of you. My thoughts and prayers to you on your journey. So glad to see that even as you’ve struggled so many have reached out to you to show you love and support- there’s not enough of that in the world and you do deserve it. Take care and remember just take each day as it comes in your healing process. Best wishes to you….
Not me crying out of happiness to see your face and ahhh Ayesha I just adore you! ❤
YOURE BACK!
You having incredible grace and some serious grit girl! ❤️❤️❤️❤️
so many of these are crazy measures and expensive too, your hair would’ve probably grown back healthy anyway . damaged hair can’t get “fixed” your hair simply grew and you cut the ends.
Don't think that could have happened though because if you look at her damage video her whole head has damaged her. It's only been a couple of years since then and her hair can't have grown THAT much in that time considering its current length and the curl pattern also.
Thank God you are okay. Sending you so much love today and always 💌💖
So good to see you again
Watched the documentary before I even knew this video was posted. I was so surprised, relieved, and happy to see you Ayesha, but also felt sadness thinking about what you and many others have been struggling with in terms of Deval Curl and just toxic hair products in general. Glad to see you back but so proud of you for using your voice even if it brought discomfort. 💞
I am so glad that you are mending and healed some. I genuinely hope your heart is healing and you are happy.
Omg! you are baaaaaaccccckkkkk! I have checked your channel periodically for awhile. The time you need is important, of course, I am just so happy to see a new post from you. ❤❤❤
Girl crushing hard! Loved the insight on your hair care recovery. Sending positive energy/vibes/well wishes your way my dear.
Love that you get straight to that point
You have no idea how much joy this brings me, especially the part when you said a ringlet formed after the protein treatment. I don't even have curly hair myself but I saw your Devacurl damage video during Covid and during the time I was depressed. Now watching where things are going just makes me so much happier to realise how life has shifted for the better. Much love sis
Just randomly thought of you, so glad to see a positive update! Hold strong 💜
Thank you so much for coming back. I missed you.
I was literally thinking about you yesterday! Glad to hear youre healing ❤
AYESHA YOURE ALIVEEEE
hello, Ayesha! i just wanted to say i am incredibly happy for you, for finding a way to channel your stress into action, for finding peace, for taking all these steps towards healing. you may not be where you want to be right now, but you had already made so much progress! you are incredible. i had never contacted you before but i've been silently thinking of you for a long time. i am delighted to see you again and to know you are taking a good care of yourself. please take all the time you need for yourself before you feel comfortable to come back (if you decide to not come back - that's good too! whichever will be the best for you), many people are cheering for you and wishing you a wonderful life. please keep treating yourself with love and kindness! may you reach full recovery soon (both mind and hair wise)
I clicked as soon as you said “let’s just get into the video”. This was great info. Thank you!
welcome back!!! so nice to see you, cannot wait for your next videos
I'm so glad you are back, I thought about you a lot!
been waiting for this forever thank you!! and i love that you did not include an intro
Thank you so much for being so open and sharing your journey. You will help others. Also, I'm a therapist so thank you for sharing mental health struggles and normalizing that health and mental health go hand in hand.
I thought about you yesterday night... and here you are! Sending you as much love as I can. We'll wait until you're ready
So happy to see that you're back and doing well. Stay blessed beautiful. 🙏🏾❤️
Welcome back! Thank you for sharing your truth with us. Sending you healing and supportive vibes. May you effortlessly return to thriving and love. Be well Ayesha
I love to see your old videos regarding products you don't use have been removed. I was wondering where you have been and glad to see your hair is on the bettering side. I also see your emotions on this. Just know you cannot help other before you help yourself first. After you healed the CZcams community will be here you listen to your story. At this point we at least have all stopped the DC products. Happy ramadan 💚🤲🏼
I was thinking of you these days 💗
I am so happy to see you again 🤗❤
I saw that documentary and it brought me to your channel. I will say that people were just laughing at curly girls and naturals that used homemade products in their hair. But I was inspired by someone in my family developing a genetic condition that was never present in my family history, I cut out as much chemical products and I even cook more at home to monitor what goes in and on my body. It is of benefit, if the words are too big to understand on the label don’t buy it. My hair suffered with chemical processes and the more I cut out and used food home made products the better my hair looked and felt. I wish healing to all of you affected by this company and we the consumers have the power to shut them down when we stop spending with them
Thank you for posting this! I'm glad you are safe and sound! Long time no see! We missed you so much! ♥️♥️♥️♥️
Ramadan Mubarak 🌙✨ ayesha we miss so much 🦋🦋🤎🤎
Welcome back!!! Positive vibes and love to you always!
Way to stand up for your hair! I am sure your hair appreciates the love and care you are giving it. Keep up the good work. You give me hope.
oh my good , i never clicked so fast , couldnt believe my eyes . its a ramadan miracle you guys . appy to have you back aisha