How to Moisturise and Define SHORT Type 4 Natural Hair |L.C.O Method | Long lasting moisture

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Komentáře • 147

  • @AvianaPenny
    @AvianaPenny Před 5 lety +167

    I’ve honestly never seen someone with hair exactly like mine

  • @kiyal.3594
    @kiyal.3594 Před 5 lety +195

    I find it ridiculous how I’m over 5 years being natural and I still don’t know how to work with my hair. Ever time I think I’m doing some good It turns out to be different later.

    • @RachealAkua
      @RachealAkua  Před 5 lety +15

      Don't worry, there's no rush, you have all the time in the world to experiment . You'll figure out what works for your hair eventually.

    • @TierneyNicole
      @TierneyNicole Před 5 lety +10

      Kiya L. I felt this girl I’m over 7 years naturally and I’m just now figuring this out! I’ve literally cut my hair once a year. Just cut a huge portion again and I hope I can maintain moisture and growth finally. I’m tired of starting over. Good luck on your journey

    • @lb4397
      @lb4397 Před 5 lety +5

      MyLifeAsTee hi 👋🏽, a hair steamer has helped me with moisture retention, vegetable glycerin at the last step of rinsing my hair. Sometimes I add honey to my deep conditioner for more moisture too. Every 2 days I use avocado oil on my hair and this has helped my ends. I hope these tips are helpful 😊

    • @Rubyred-rb2fe
      @Rubyred-rb2fe Před 5 lety +5

      One tip that has been a game changer, if your schedule permits, do a mid-week co- wash. I redo my hair every 2 days and this has significantly changed my hair.

    • @kiraalexandria1521
      @kiraalexandria1521 Před 4 lety

      TheGlovedNatural dont lose hope ❤️

  • @becky4158
    @becky4158 Před 5 lety +30

    Omg finally someone with my hair texture and curl pattern

  • @rochellerowe2739
    @rochellerowe2739 Před 5 lety +68

    I see the new name sis! Curls more defined than a dictionary

    • @RachealAkua
      @RachealAkua  Před 5 lety +4

      😂 Thank you x

    • @rochellerowe2739
      @rochellerowe2739 Před 5 lety +3

      @@RachealAkua you're welcome I just don't have a good relationship with gel because of the flakes it gives just for definition

  • @afromelody2822
    @afromelody2822 Před 3 lety +1

    omg, the evenness of your sun-kissed skin tone is beautiful. Literally, the light hit every angle of your face and I saw nothing but smoothness.

  • @valerie.
    @valerie. Před 5 lety +36

    Your. skin. wow. 🙌🏾

    • @RachealAkua
      @RachealAkua  Před 5 lety

      Thank you! Even though my skin is in real need of some tlc

  • @briasa4357
    @briasa4357 Před 5 lety +112

    Tbh your hair is more of 4a/4b texture imo but it’s not my hair so I don’t really have a say

    • @RachealAkua
      @RachealAkua  Před 5 lety +58

      😅 I should probably just put type 4 in the title since I'm not 100% sure about my texture

    • @stellaoliviadeinacioguirru7538
      @stellaoliviadeinacioguirru7538 Před 5 lety +26

      @@RachealAkua that's more accurate really,you have a combination of the type 4 curls

  • @MieshaMarie
    @MieshaMarie Před 4 lety +5

    I’ve had braids for 2 months now and this video makes me wanna take them out and wash my hair. I miss it 😕

  • @Sharlenestudzy-more
    @Sharlenestudzy-more Před 5 lety +7

    Love the thickness of you’re hair....

  • @leeleeirv1270
    @leeleeirv1270 Před 5 lety +1

    Im going to try this see if my hair loves it. Thanks for sharing

  • @alithasmith9661
    @alithasmith9661 Před 5 lety +3

    Love this!! Definitely gotta this this! My hair is so dry and nothing seems to wlrk. Hopefully this does.

  • @empressnylah1315
    @empressnylah1315 Před 5 lety +14

    Your complexion is so beautiful!!!

  • @porkey50
    @porkey50 Před 5 lety

    Girl you did that. Absolutely beautiful and you have beautiful skin as well!

  • @ediblecrayon4989
    @ediblecrayon4989 Před 5 lety +6

    To help with shrinkage you can stretch your hair by grasping the ends, stretching your hair and using a blowdryer to dry mostly the roots and middle of each part.

  • @teeenuhbeenuh7426
    @teeenuhbeenuh7426 Před 5 lety +11

    Just like my hair, easily defined with product, looks thick but it isn't. Doesn't dry flat but I wish it did. I'm going to have to try these products!

  • @dominique4432
    @dominique4432 Před 4 lety +1

    Great tip on the mousse and frizz for volume in low density hair. I really appreciate that! I'll have to try it out someday. I always see everyone using gel and I don't want to

  • @sumayahamani3363
    @sumayahamani3363 Před 5 lety +5

    Love your curl pattern 😍

  • @jevettamd
    @jevettamd Před 4 lety +1

    OK, but you have PERFECT hair to start with!!!

  • @sheleneama5889
    @sheleneama5889 Před 4 lety +1

    Wow we actually have the same hair type. I love your hair btw it's so beautiful ❤️

  • @reallyme02
    @reallyme02 Před 5 lety +2

    Your hair is so pretty!!!!!

  • @soniasylvester7773
    @soniasylvester7773 Před 5 lety +8

    I'm watching this video ..and I'm like OMG she has my hairrrrrrr. its not as long ...but yeah...

  • @Jeanelle_Char
    @Jeanelle_Char Před 4 lety

    I cut my color off in April or may and one thing I totally forgot about was the way short curly hair works against gravity. I enjoyed the look of curls draping past my shoulders for so long. Now it’s like... a rose bush when it’s completely dried. Learning to embrace how much rounder my face looks with it while this stage lasts lol

  • @enaaddae312
    @enaaddae312 Před 4 lety

    I love that curl cream and leave in 💗

  • @marbelysamparo7984
    @marbelysamparo7984 Před 5 lety

    I love that line😍😍😍 Curls popping

  • @deeliteinhair4053
    @deeliteinhair4053 Před 5 lety

    Gorgeous!

  • @GracefullyKaren
    @GracefullyKaren Před 4 lety +1

    I love the pop of color. It’s amazing. I would give thrive method a try. Thank you for sharing 😊

  • @denyshadials5702
    @denyshadials5702 Před 5 lety +5

    Love the new name! ❤️ and your hair’s gorgeous as always ☺️ have you tried flaxseed gel? It’s lighter like mousse. It doesn’t ‘clump’ the hair like other gels, but it does give all over definition with individual curls so I have more volume on the first day. It’s different from other gels. I like the way it feels on hair in comparison to eco styler, plus it’s an amazing detangler!

    • @RachealAkua
      @RachealAkua  Před 5 lety +1

      Thank you! And it sounds good, haven't tried it yet but I'm definitely going to look into it now

  • @sharonhart3858
    @sharonhart3858 Před 5 lety +8

    I love your thickness and curl pattern. It looks more 4a than anything else. So beautiful ❤

  • @AngelMendoza-to4gd
    @AngelMendoza-to4gd Před 5 lety +16

    The thing about wash & go’s on this hair type is that u have to use a lot of product and it looks defined at first but then it dries and sometimes flakes ... sighs😒 my hair is like this

    • @jodi-.-
      @jodi-.- Před 4 lety

      Shaiyino Mendoza my hair always flakes... idk what to do

    • @flythrive6633
      @flythrive6633 Před 3 lety +1

      Yeah that’s the thing like it will dry up real quick can we get a 2 days later

  • @greggytalks
    @greggytalks Před 5 lety +10

    I love your videos ! Your hair always looks so nice 😍😍

  • @VeryKinkyCurl
    @VeryKinkyCurl Před 5 lety +1

    Beautiful hair

  • @NinthJewel
    @NinthJewel Před 5 lety +5

    Wow hair goals 😍😍😍

  • @CreolePearls_
    @CreolePearls_ Před 5 lety

    Yes another no gel needed natural lol. My hair looks like yours 4a with some 4b. I use defining cremes for my Wash and go styles, no gel for my hair. I only use gel sometimes to brush my hair up into a puff. Gel makes my hair real crunchy the creme works way better to me. I wanna try to use mousse too. I only did a wash and go twice, I personally do like em too much because my hair looks like a Jheri Curl when it's defined lol. It's cute on you chick 😊 Love your hair!

    • @RachealAkua
      @RachealAkua  Před 5 lety +1

      Thank you! Yeah I totally prefer curl defining cremes because I'm not looking for super definition

    • @PrincessYonna1
      @PrincessYonna1 Před 5 lety +1

      This is crazy but I don't know my hair type lol

  • @Mariaseyy
    @Mariaseyy Před 5 lety

    I also do not use gels I don’t like it for some reason. I use only a leave in a cream and oil that’s all. It gets frizzy in about 3-4 days . And I refresh. I heard the texture ID styling cream is good. Especially for type 4 hair. Im gonna try it for myself and find out! 😌👏😁

    • @RachealAkua
      @RachealAkua  Před 5 lety

      I wish texture Id was available in the uk 😩 I really want to try it

  • @Memphisgirl-jk5tq
    @Memphisgirl-jk5tq Před 5 lety

    Beautiful.

  • @lovely09ization
    @lovely09ization Před 5 lety +6

    Girl, your hair is dense as you have a full head of hair you must probably have fine strands (cuz I’m the same). Loved the video btw! 💕

  • @Oonagh72
    @Oonagh72 Před 5 lety

    Look into that Felicia Leatherwood brush. It won’t come apart and works the same.

    • @RachealAkua
      @RachealAkua  Před 5 lety

      I'd love to get it but its not available in the UK 😔

  • @VaniaDiasss
    @VaniaDiasss Před 5 lety

    Beauty

  • @foreverblessed7326
    @foreverblessed7326 Před 5 lety

    I just had to subscribe 💕

  • @sinontherocks
    @sinontherocks Před 5 lety

    But yeah!! ❤️

  • @tyison24
    @tyison24 Před 5 lety +1

    I heard of the LOC method & I always thought liquid meant like water I didn’t know leave in conditioner counted . I’ve been using that as my cream

  • @rachelsutton5558
    @rachelsutton5558 Před 4 lety

    I know her hair isn't tough. That brush is just wicked😂

  • @ZBForever
    @ZBForever Před 5 lety

    Your Afro is beautiful 😍on you!

  • @sugamehoney
    @sugamehoney Před 5 lety

    🙌🏽😊

  • @liliana9774
    @liliana9774 Před 5 lety

    Loved the outcome!
    Hair Goals😍✨!
    What camera do you use?

  • @tabithaakoto3353
    @tabithaakoto3353 Před 5 lety +2

    Hey new to the natural team and I love it. My hair is kinda in just a fro I know I have curls but I don’t know how to make it last and stay any time ? How did u define yours . If you would respond I would greatly appreciate it , thanks sm❤️

    • @RachealAkua
      @RachealAkua  Před 4 lety

      Heyy 👋🏾 I just did an updated wash and go video, that might help you x

  • @cecilaanderson2377
    @cecilaanderson2377 Před 5 lety +4

    Your hair is beautiful and pop of color is cute. Have you notice a major difference in growth since big chop compared to your transition. I hope it’s not confusing

    • @RachealAkua
      @RachealAkua  Před 5 lety +2

      Thank you! I think my hair is growing at a steady rate, I haven't seen a big increase in growth since my big chop unfortunately 😪

    • @vrai6219
      @vrai6219 Před 5 lety

      @@RachealAkua I beg to differ, hope you don't mind. The previous video I watched to this one was your twist out 4 months ago. There is an obvious growth difference there. Sometimes we need other people to notice our hair growing.

    • @RachealAkua
      @RachealAkua  Před 5 lety

      @@vrai6219 haha its funny how other people can see growth but I can't

  • @Mrsashley82
    @Mrsashley82 Před 5 lety +1

    Glad im not the only one whom wear gloves

    • @RachealAkua
      @RachealAkua  Před 5 lety +3

      Wow, so many people think it's weird lol. Glad there's another person who uses gloves

  • @kemikehinde5491
    @kemikehinde5491 Před 5 lety +6

    how did you customize your denman brush? love your hair

    • @RachealAkua
      @RachealAkua  Před 5 lety +3

      Thanks! The brush part is detachable, you can take the bristles out

  • @ShineLikeSheen
    @ShineLikeSheen Před 5 lety

    Yes I love the end results and that it still has body

  • @i.rail.straggots2605
    @i.rail.straggots2605 Před 5 lety +1

    how did it take for your hair to grow that length

  • @twambilirelaura4911
    @twambilirelaura4911 Před 5 lety +1

    What do wear on your head when you sleep? All my product gets on my pillow or in my bonnet.

  • @venetiafields5830
    @venetiafields5830 Před 4 lety

    Would you please try this with Mielle Organics twisting souffle??

    • @RachealAkua
      @RachealAkua  Před 4 lety +1

      I’ll add it to my list of things to try x

  • @jodi-.-
    @jodi-.- Před 5 lety

    How do you sleep with your hair? I don’t know how to set my hair after I do it. Like I understand you just did it but then did you just put a bonnet over it or did you section it and went to bed?

    • @RachealAkua
      @RachealAkua  Před 5 lety +1

      I just put a bonnet on, I didn’t section it x

  • @nicoleallen5049
    @nicoleallen5049 Před 5 lety

    Your results turned out really good! I really want to try a Mouse for my Wash n Go and see how it works for me! I don't have a problem using Gels in my hair though because l don't use hard Gels, l tend to use Gels that are moisturizing or have medium hold but still gives me very good definition! I hate crunch! TFS!

    • @RachealAkua
      @RachealAkua  Před 5 lety

      Thank you! Which gels would you recommend?

    • @nicoleallen5049
      @nicoleallen5049 Před 5 lety

      TheGlovedNatural I recommend the Eco Curl and Wave because it has medium hold and no matter how many times l use it, there are no flakes! Very good Gel for my texture!

    • @ubaobasi8193
      @ubaobasi8193 Před 5 lety

      TheGlovedNatural Eco Styler

  • @maureenemenalo5090
    @maureenemenalo5090 Před 5 lety

    Did you wash out

  • @stephpowell7648
    @stephpowell7648 Před 5 lety

    Please explain how you dried overnight? Bonnet? Air dried before? Also how do you stretch? I always lose definition when I stretch?
    Love the idea of mousse. Think I'll try that. Also, why do you wear gloves?
    Subscribing.

    • @RachealAkua
      @RachealAkua  Před 5 lety +2

      Yep, I just put my bonnet on and went to bed, it wasn't completely dry though. I do the banding method to stretch my hair, yeah I prefer that or a heavy curling cream. And I wear gloves mainly to protect my nails, but i hate the feeling of shed hair and products on my hands anyway. Thanks for subbing ❤

    • @stephpowell7648
      @stephpowell7648 Před 5 lety

      @@RachealAkua I have a very similar hair type to yours. When I stretch using the banding method it makes my hair clump together and u have to use a hair dryer to get it to separate or water? Could this be due to the use of gel?

  • @diedrajohnson62
    @diedrajohnson62 Před 5 lety

    I just subscribed! I think you have hair like mine. I'll be trying your techniques because my hair is so hard and crunchy, lots of small coils throughout . It just doesn't hang like I thought it would and it's not soft at all. I will work with what I have though.

    • @RachealAkua
      @RachealAkua  Před 5 lety +1

      Thank you! Mine doesn't hang either, I had to just accept it. Yep work with what you have, it's unique to you x

  • @toniahobbs5074
    @toniahobbs5074 Před 5 lety

    Get a Felicua Leatherwood Brush

  • @Tanya-hh6rw
    @Tanya-hh6rw Před 5 lety +1

    Where did you buy the brush from

    • @RachealAkua
      @RachealAkua  Před 5 lety +1

      My local hair shop, but it's available on Amazon

  • @brenecole6862
    @brenecole6862 Před 4 lety +3

    Why do you use gloves? Just curious

    • @teahgurl
      @teahgurl Před 3 lety

      I’ve always wondered 🤣

  • @missk3214
    @missk3214 Před 5 lety +2

    I love your hair how many months of growth is this?

  • @f33lnm3too
    @f33lnm3too Před 5 lety +5

    How do you sleep with your hair like that? Do you sleep with just a bonnet and wake up and just shake your hear? I'm asking because I can't never seem to get my hair back right the next morning 🤣🤣
    Your hair is beautiful and shiny💖

    • @RachealAkua
      @RachealAkua  Před 5 lety +2

      Thanks! I let it air dry for a bit and then I literally just threw the bonnet on and went to sleep lol. Sometimes I'll do the banding method to stretch it

  • @simonakay3704
    @simonakay3704 Před 5 lety

    How do you preserve this style at night?

    • @RachealAkua
      @RachealAkua  Před 5 lety

      I just throw my bonnet on and refresh it with some water in the morning

  • @QuEeN-uy6lg
    @QuEeN-uy6lg Před 3 lety +1

    low density..... I am confusion -.-

  • @regannebrown7558
    @regannebrown7558 Před 5 lety

    What row denman do you use?

  • @cheryls_world
    @cheryls_world Před 5 lety

    Hi, what color and brand did you use? Thanks

  • @foreverblessed7326
    @foreverblessed7326 Před 5 lety

    Just curious as to why you do your hair with gloves on?

    • @RachealAkua
      @RachealAkua  Před 5 lety +6

      Initially it was to protect my hands and nails but now its also because I don't like the feeling of shed hair and products on my hands

    • @foreverblessed7326
      @foreverblessed7326 Před 5 lety +1

      @@RachealAkua thanks for responding

  • @AngelMendoza-to4gd
    @AngelMendoza-to4gd Před 5 lety

    How did you sleep on it ?

    • @RachealAkua
      @RachealAkua  Před 5 lety

      I literally just threw a bonnet on and slept on it after it was 70% dry

  • @roxyamel367
    @roxyamel367 Před 5 lety

    is your hair type 4 consisting of types 4a,b,c ??

  • @TatianaVictoria
    @TatianaVictoria Před 5 lety

    Why do you wear gloves? I wear gloves too but it’s because I have eczema on my hands 😅

    • @RachealAkua
      @RachealAkua  Před 5 lety +12

      😂 I hate wet hands and shed hair

    • @Kris-ub5jj
      @Kris-ub5jj Před 5 lety +1

      Also, washing hair with gloves has great benefits! It saves products and time! It is easier & faster for me to detangle my hair & apply masks. :)

    • @RachealAkua
      @RachealAkua  Před 5 lety +1

      You too!? 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

    • @TatianaVictoria
      @TatianaVictoria Před 5 lety +1

      That’s true! When I was actually able to use my hands vs using gloves, the gloves glide through my hair easier and my nails won’t get caught on my hair either lol.

    • @Kris-ub5jj
      @Kris-ub5jj Před 5 lety

      @@RachealAkua Yes! It saved my life! Because, i struggle a lot with detangling (i still, but less)😭 and a youtuber (Neki Cakes) told me that it would help me and Indeed it did!😍

  • @taliapink8047
    @taliapink8047 Před 5 lety +1

    Buy a wooden brush

  • @brwnhilarybanks9953
    @brwnhilarybanks9953 Před 5 lety

    am i crazy or i didnt see the products you used?? lol

    • @RachealAkua
      @RachealAkua  Před 5 lety

      It's in the description x

    • @brwnhilarybanks9953
      @brwnhilarybanks9953 Před 5 lety

      in the box? no its not@@RachealAkua

    • @RachealAkua
      @RachealAkua  Před 5 lety +1

      Products used
      African pride moisture miracle leave in and curling cream
      CHI silk infusion serum
      Mielle organics Brazilian cocktail mousse

    • @brwnhilarybanks9953
      @brwnhilarybanks9953 Před 5 lety

      now i see it in the box!@@RachealAkua