0:00Initial Hairline Assessment (March 2024)
An extreme close-up shot captures the left side of a person's head, focusing intently on the forehead and hairline. The hairline appears noticeably receded, with sparse, short, dark, coily hair clinging to the temples and frontal area. The skin on the forehead is smooth and a warm light-brown tone. The environment suggests an indoor setting, likely a bathroom, with a plain white wall serving as the bright background, and the top of a white door frame visible in the upper right. The lighting is bright and even, casting minimal shadows. Two text overlays are prominently displayed: 'LOST MY EDGES 😩' at the top and 'MARCH 22, 2024' at the bottom, both in bold, white, sans-serif font. A yellow-faced distressed emoji accompanies the 'EDGES' text.
0:04Forehead and Hairline Overview (Looking Down)
A close-up shot, slightly wider than the previous, centers on the person's forehead and hairline, offering a view of both temples. The subject is looking downwards, giving a clear perspective of the entire frontal hairline. A black fabric headband is visible around the crown of the head, gently pushing back some of the dark, coily hair. The hairline across the entire forehead still appears sparse and significantly receded. The skin tone remains consistent at a light brown. The background features a textured white ceiling, commonly known as a 'popcorn ceiling,' with a white door frame partially visible on the right. Bright, overhead lighting illuminates the scene, ensuring details are clear with soft shadows.
0:12Right Side Hairline Assessment
This close-up shot focuses on the right side of the person's head, capturing the ear, temple, and forehead. The ear features a small, round, white stud earring. The hairline on the right temple is distinctly receded, showing sparse, short, dark, coily hair, mirroring the condition observed on the left side. The skin exhibits a consistent light-brown complexion. The background is a crisp white painted door, providing a clean and bright contrast to the subject. The lighting is even and bright, highlighting the texture of the sparse hair. The camera slowly pans from the right side towards the center of the forehead.
0:17Mirror Shot with Phone Reflection
A medium shot captures the person holding a lime green iPhone directly in front of their face, using it to record themselves. The phone covers the majority of the face, acting as a mirror. The subject's left eye and a small portion of their face are visible to the left of the phone. The short, dark, coily hair is visible around the face. The person is dressed in a dark blue t-shirt and accessorized with a thin gold chain necklace. The background consists of a plain white door. The lighting is bright and direct, creating a clear reflection in the phone's screen.
0:19Hair Growth Progress (August 2024)
This close-up shot is taken inside a car, focusing on the person's temple and forehead area. A significant improvement in the hairline is evident, with new, fine, dark, curly hair growth filling in the previously receded areas. The texture of the new hair is soft, defined, and appears healthy. The skin maintains its light-brown tone. The background reveals the light-colored, textured ceiling of the car interior, with a sun visor partially visible. Harsh overhead sunlight streams in, creating bright reflections on the car's interior. A white, bold, sans-serif text overlay states 'AUGUST 17, 2024'.
0:23Protective Styles Showcase (Twists)
This scene comprises two rapid medium shots of the person showcasing long, dark passion twist braids, demonstrating hair growth and styling versatility. The first shot (0:23-0:25) shows the person wearing a black t-shirt, subtly turning their head to highlight the braids and a small bracelet adorned with star-shaped charms. They also sport a delicate nose ring and star-shaped stud earrings. The second shot (0:25-0:27) features the person in a white t-shirt with a blue graphic design, facing the camera directly, with the long, dark, curly braids cascading over their shoulders. This shot reveals a subtle makeup application and a shiny lip gloss, emphasizing a polished look. In both shots, the braids are neatly styled, and the hairline appears fully recovered and well-defined. The background throughout is a clean white door, and the lighting is bright and even.
0:27Protective Style Showcase (Box Braids)
A medium shot captures the person seated comfortably in a car, showcasing a new protective hairstyle: long, thin box braids. These braids are a mix of dark and lighter, reddish-brown strands, creating a subtle, multi-tonal effect. The braids are neatly parted and meticulously styled, framing the face. The person is dressed in a light peach-colored top, layered under a dark grey or black knitted cardigan. Multiple gold chain necklaces are visible, including one with a rectangular pendant and another featuring a white, heart-shaped stone. Bright sunlight streams in through the car window, illuminating the scene and creating beautiful highlights on the braids. The background consists of the car's interior and a bright, indistinct outdoor scene through the window.
0:29Fully Recovered Hairline (January 2025)
This close-up shot, set inside a car, highlights the person's remarkable hair recovery. The hairline is now completely filled in with healthy, dense, dark, curly hair, showcasing full regrowth. The edges are clearly defined and appear well-groomed, signifying a complete restoration. The skin tone remains a consistent light-brown. The person is wearing a light blue top layered under a grey hoodie. A small, elegant gold hoop earring is visible in the right ear. The background features the light-colored, textured ceiling of the car interior, along with a sun visor. Bright, natural light from outside streams into the vehicle, illuminating the scene and emphasizing the healthy hair. A white, bold, sans-serif text overlay proudly states 'JANUARY 4, 2025'. The camera subtly pans left and right across the forehead, showcasing the restored hairline from various angles.
