Ancient African hair care lessons from a 'Hairologist' - BBC Africa

Nsibentum, a Congolese 'hairologist', travels around the world to share his knowledge on ancient African hair and skincare techniques.

[benjamincunningham]

This beautiful black man is teaching black hair culture. GOD Bless this wonderful man

[Ratatoothie]

Firstly, wow.
Many people grow up not knowing how to take care of their hair. I hope that in future these lessons are taught in every county in every country across the world.

[no.]

I was waiting for some more specific tips, to be honest. But cool video still.

[terregriffin]

I stop wearing extentions and now I just have it natural or in braids without additional hair. I'm proud of it. I grew up with the mindset that many african people have bad hair. That perception came from slavery. However, those with wavy, straight, or curly hair has supposedly "good hair" which I can't stand this term. we all need to enjoy our hair and take pride in it.

[jidyllswan]

This should be in the curriculum in African countries that cut young girls hair for school instead of styling it traditionally to last a couple of weeks at a time If they did this girls develop high esteem in their natural hair and leave school with good lengths and healthy hair which they can style so many ways instead of going straight into wearing weaves

[nanaafrican]

Amazing, love how he talked about the elders, whenever u ask something to your (some) parents or grandparents they have such an amazing knowledge regarding natural hair

[cupguin]

I wish I'd had those three tips when I was a lot younger. My hair journey did start with advice from my aunties, but then I got sucked into a cycle of buying new products. Every article, every video, it's all try this new product or that new product. Simplifying my haircare routine and being patient changed how I felt when it came to listening to my hair. I thought I was, but at the time I was using it as an excuse to try a new oil or product or tool.

I mean it was positive enthusiasm but in the wrong direction. There were plenty of days where I loved my hair, but too many days when I felt the need to find something to fix it. These days I love my hair everyday and focus on keeping it healthy.

[-Epiphany]

I am so here for this
Edit: where can I find a more in-depth vdo plz?

[mandyramsubhag]

I wish more women could stop straightening their hair and be proud of their natural Afro hair.

[virginiaakrofie-bruce]

Finally the truth about beautiful black natural hair. Thank you for educating me. 🙏🏿❣Virginia

[alexandrabajic]

May you be blessed for the amazing work you do.

[wrclb]

I am so excited and very proud of the information that you have presented here. Thank you so much!!!!

[imaanadams]

Why didn't you tag in his social media so we can learn more...

[MK-sxfz]

i hope this changes for schools and the work place because there are so many styles i would like to do with my natural hair but its considered unprofessional in some workplaces and schools.

[starrrankin-session]

My natural hair is Loc'd (a month now) water & olive oil has done wonders.

[insertnamehere]

Be gentle and keep hair moisturized! Sun dries our hair out and can cause breakage. If u have chemicals on it, u really need more moisture. A lot of the people's hair in the audience looked super dry and neglected.

[stephdee]

I thank GOD I returned to my natural Locked my hair, NEVER turned back ...it's been almost 5 years and my hair is in the middle of my back and I'm 5'9. I couldn't get my PERMED hair to get this long and I went to school for Cosmetology..I would grow 2 inches then cut off 1 ...it was

[ayoubasylla]

Bravo❤️ vous faites a travail magnifique, puisse le bon Dieu vous be benisse 🌍

[homemathskids]

What ingredients to use in the hair? I didn't hear any of that information on this video!

[malliaduwa]

I fine this this very interesting do you have things to make your hair grow