I simply cannot, not wash my hair -- old habits die hard. You can get a list online of which silicones are ok and which aren't. Apply gel (lots of gel) from the bottom up in a scrunching motion (curly girls REALLY like the scrunching) - I started off using Suave Naturals Gel, but later switched to. Thank you!!! Just consider that if it starts with suland ends in ateit's not good for the hair. You don't really have to wash but once a week to once a month. I have started the CG method 2-3 weeks ago and noticed straight away my curls looked fantastic, however I'm now in the 3rd week of no shampoo and my roots are disgusting. 7, and I also like TRESeme Flawless Curls mousse. I just bought treasmme naturals silicone free conditioner nourishing moisture. Then I have to rinse forever. I have been a happy customer for 3 years now. I loved reading about your experiment. I use a wide tooth comb to distribute the conditioner. But what the heck,you only live once. Once I have do all my curls then scrunch. Read the blog,and use the curly girl method. This shampoo is nothing special. Then scrunch your hair with a tshirt but don't get ALL of the water out. I just saw your post! I have no clue what products to use on her hair or what I can use. Large tooth comb out, and mousse ( Herbal Essence curl) has been the best for me, not gels. Shampoo with your favorite shampoo, avoid moisturizing ones as they defeat the purpose! Curls don't normally go away just because a child gets older. I start today. Does anyone know of a mousse product that will not dry out my hair? I also asked anyone whose curls looked great. This post is so helpful!! I could spike it, wave it, sleep on it, and it was always perfect. I just couldn't resist. Then there's the conditioner and you follow up with their gel. I think the damp paper towel helps to distribute the gel thru my hair. Before I decided to wear my hair curly I dreaded humidity SO much. However, when I started going to a new stylist and told her how I had a constant problem with a dry, flaky scalp, she told me that it was probably the coconut oil. You look awesome! Avoid any conditioners with silicone and chuck styling products that contain silicone, parabens, and phthalates. It's hard to find the perfect amount to use (too much leaves my hair feeling greasy), but when I mix that in with some leave-in conditioner, I find that it works well. :) Thanks! Even if a product works well, but there is no indication on the bottle that they don't test-DON'T BUY THE PRODUCT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! We also are firm believers in Rave Hairspray and LA Looks, but also olive oil protein treatments (VO5) and the VO5 stuff your grandpa uses for frizzy days. It still keeps it full. 30 years ago I had chemo and lost my straight hair. So if you want to switch to the Curly Girl Method you have to wash your hair with a sulfate shampoo to get all the silicones out of your hair - and then toss that bottle of shampoo away. Then ijust let her hair airdry and it always looks beautiful. & leave for about 10-15 mins. I used the serum for years by frizz-ease. My daughter-in-law's niece has very thick, very curly hair and it's the only thing that will let her get a comb through it. Normally, though, after day one,I just pull it up into aI just realized I don't know what to call it. If I want it to curl properly, I wet and scrunch it, and might use Revitafoam on the length, but not near the roots. I've seen the Curly Girl Method on a few different websites and had thought about trying it, but some of what it said didn't seem to make sense to me. Here are some great recipes if you want to try them - Curly Concoctions. I have naturally wavy hair and the only time I ever tried to wear it curly was on the weekends when I'm just lounging around the house (since it didn't look so great). I cant wait to use some of the sweetest strongest smelling shampoo at the end of it though! Now the no shampoo I could see for a few days but not that long. I like the premise of this challenge and maybe the "no shampoo" deal would make a difference, but I just love using mousse. i feel like we have the same hair type but mine is just stuck on week 1 or week 4 (depending on how my hair likes to frizz at that time i guess). I too have wavy short hair. My hair is damaged from dying and the occasional heat treatment. It comes as a cream and I LOVE it. I too live in Alabama (Mobile) and have curly hair that I straighten or throw up into what I like to call a doodoo ball. its super light and doesn't make your hair crunchy or sticky. I have the same questionso do you use conditioner every day? Blot your hair will paper towels or an old t-shirt (a regular towel take out too much moisture and leads to "fuzzy" curls). Which brands work the best? Give it a try. http://faithfulelegance.blogspot.com/2015/11/my-before-and-after-picture Abby your hair is gorgeous! This is a good method for redoing your hair the day after sleeping on it. :). It smells great and does wonders. I went from beach wavy hair to curly curly hair when I stopped using sulphate shampoo. I always notice curls now, and it seemed like there were way fewer curly heads in AZ than I see here in SoCal. I don't always partI just let it fall as it is. I also hair spray it while wet and it has solved my worst problem yet: looked great wet with curls, but as it dries it GREW TO A BIG SALAD BOWL. Enjoyed reading about your experiment! After your face is dry, apply the EEVO in 2 very light layers - the first all over the face and then the "trouble spots" for dryness (under the eyes, laugh lines, etc) and lightly massage in. Btw thnx alot for curly this review I tried the curly girl method but my halter doesn't seem to change u c I have thick thick wsvy ir vurly hair not sure it changes after it dries and is quite soft but when it does it turns into a lion and the curls kind off disappear :( anyways thnx and I hope u reply. Youre hair is way thicker than mine so Im hoping it works for me too. Okay - I've been doing the Curly Girl Method for about 4.5 years now. suave captivating curls contains silicones which are coating your hair and making it feel icky like that. I find it gives my roots the "lift" they need to not lay flat against my head. :). A six week experiment is a six week experiement. the middle is more zigzag loose curles, but this all varies each day depending on how i treated my hair.I have blonde hair as well so am prone to my frizz and dryness. I tried to hang in there because I spent big bucks on something that no longer works for my current hair routine. This makes sense why my hair is sometimes more curly then others since I don't shampoo only condition most days. Animals have feelings just like people do!!!!!!!!!!! I haven't started this method yet, but I wanna ask , are there some unwanted effects that might appear on the first week -maybe- ? I am a curly girl and I have recently just started embracing my natural hair. using lite hair spray when wet has now kept it close to my head. the most difficult part is having curly hair produts in shops around my city (quite impossible). when my hair is still damp, I apply a bit of product to the bangs, sweep them over to the side and fasten in place with a bobby pin - adjusting the pin slightly until dry. Of course this is assuming NO sulfates or silicones in any of your stuff! I knew I wasn't supposed to shampoo, but I didn't realize I had to give up shampoo 100%. I'm a licensed cosmetologist and even as that still can't find a wash & go method. Be sure when you wash the shammy you use NOOOO fabric softner so the shammy stays absorbent. I too am still experimenting on what routine works well for my locks, and I am getting slowly but shirley. 3.0 /5. Like you, I would often straighten my hair a few times per week. Hair is cleaned, conditioned and curly. 0% would repurchase. I out know what to do anymore and am willing to try this method. Andrea, there are some great product reviews and tips and trick. If youre starting on your journey to natural curl care, or are just trying out The Curly Girl Method for the first time, welcome! I had dandruff for years. I also swear by LA Looks and have been using it for 10 years now. Also waterlily716 has some great videos on YouTube to help you with this method!:). THey have a 'no poo' cleanser (no shampoo) that is awesome. Hope this helps. I hope this helps someone. I was wondering if any of you have tried these products and if they worked well for you. Forms a loose S very easily straightened, Forms a definite S shaped like a corkscrew, Very tight curl when stretched creates an S, Hair intentionally matted to form "ropes", Guides and resources for easy product selection, Learn how to read your hair product labels, Easy-to-make recipes for all your haircare needs, Community member favorites make up this coveted list, Share your style and browse the style of others, Chat with curl friends about your favorite curly topics. MakeupAlley is a registered trademark of MUA, Inc. Wetting re-activates the products and will help with the frizz a lot. Your technique definitely seems worth a try, though I am not sure how I will look with truly curly hair, i have wavy hair. Very detailed, and I love that you had pics for each week. Thanx for a great blog. Incidentally, I try and mainly shampoo close to the scalp and just let the shampoo rinse out & thru through the rest of my hair. I was in desperate need of a haircut, was wearing a lot of ponytails, the weather was humid and atrocious, and I had read about this "Curly Girl Method" and figured I'd see what it was all about. Once one bottle of conditioner is gone, I switch to another bottle. I found this via pinterest. My co-wash (short for conditioner washing) is As I Am Co-Wash and it is AMAZING! Anyone else have thin curly hair or any tips on styling? Then I bend over at the waist and hang my head upside down and use my fingers to shake (almost like I'm scratching my head.) try the Everescents range they are 100% natural and the entire product and bottle are made in Australia. :This styler gives great curl definition without crunch. But my hair is wavy, not curly. These days (although I long to return to the coconut oil), I use Carole's Daughter sulfate-free shampoos. even out of the shower.however, what on earth do you do with straight hair? Any tricks or things I should avoid to help the curls stay? My favorite gels are Biolage gellee and Ouidad. I am not sure if it enhances my curls (I always think its the More reviews, photos and discussions for Beyond The Zone, Professionnel Serie Expert - Vitamino Color Shampoo, Herbal Essences for Dry/Damaged /Color Treated Hair. I have naturally curly hair and almost never straighten it (but I love running my fingers through it when I do), so I will definitely have to look into this book. No tangles. My hairdresser still uses the sulphate shampoos & alcohol mousse though. If not big enough sew them together. So I also have REALLY curly hair and am addicted to my flat iron. Also Aloe Vera juice is a must for curly girls. I rarely air dryI diffuse on low setting, touching minimally, and I'm ready to go. :3 But I'm letting it grow longer again and it is finally to my shoulders. Try DIVACURL products its the BEST product line for curls! I think I wash more often than most "curly girls" do--I have not mastered a reasonable "refresh" process yet. Back to the gel I went 6 weeks: I spent most of this week dreaming of straightening my hair and being able to run my fingers through it without them getting stuck. Experiment with different products just like this blog. Good luck with ur girl! Good luck, Check outBeyond The Zone Noodle Head 2 in 1 Curl Cleansing Creme,Trader Joes Nourish Spa Balance Moisturizing Conditioner, andBumble and Bumble Seaweed Conditioner. Conditioner wise-I switch off. But not this stuff. if I stick it out just using the co-wash please tell me that my roots will start getting less greasy. If I don't it is WAY tangled in the morning! Used it for over a year and went back to shampoo. Before it was just wavy but after starting to use Diva curl no poo cleanser and conditioner I've found that I have really defined curls. If anyone on here has more suggestions for my hair, my ears are wide open :), Have you tried Ouidad? I have a sulfate free shampoo I will use. One of the first ingredients is Aloe which I always like for my hair. My daughter's do and I have tried many things, but it comes back. I don't have curly hair (frizz/wave/straight is mine), but I have some friends who would pay GOOD money for this information! Thank you for this blog! It's about the same length and curl as yours but not as even. Those who have curls want straight and vice versa. While I like your curls by week 6, I could never stand the oily look and feel; I can't even stand the feel of conditioner in my hair. If your hair feels really stiff or straw like you've used too much. For me I wash my hair every 3-4 days (any more often & my hair becomes too soft & fluffy); I shampoo, rinse then apply conditioner (Aussie, Dark & Lovely or Nivea Curls)& leave in while I shave, exfoliate etc. Gets all the water out of your hair so you can style and get out the door for work. My hair looks HORRIBLE. Any suggestions? Enjoy! 8.5 OZ | Item SBS-140743. Changed.my.world!!!! I wash every other day with Bumble & bumble gentle shampoo, and use just a dab of Bumble quenching masque, a rinse-out masque, to detangle very wet hair (and do NOT rinse out) , head forward, raking hair with fingers. We're definitely going back to Jessicurl and quit wasting so much money on drug store stuff. This is supposed to remove all the oils, dirt, hair product, dead skin, etc. I couldn't believe it. Awesome! I don't think they are CG but I used to use them years ago like when I was a freshman in high school years ago and I was looking at old pictures today of myself and my curls looked really good. The spiral of my curls are about the width of my thumb, but are not tight, nor loose.
Beyond The Zone | Brands | Sally Beauty Thank you! If you've got the cash, I recommend using Kerastase Creme Oleo Curl Leave-In Conditioner: http://www.kerastase-usa.com/_en/_us/nutritive-creme_oleo_curl.htm You're a goddess! Hope that helps :).
Curly Girl Method Approved Products | CurlyHair.com Realistic? Great choices include; Curl Junkie Curl Assurance Gentle Cleansing Shampoo, DevaCurl No-Poo,Pureology Precious Oil Shamp Oil, and Burts Bees Very Volumizing Shampoo. On a good day I can get it looking pretty good AT FIRST,but here is the question that I CANNOT seem to find an answer to ANYWHERE, even on curly sites. Not to "wash" it per say, but to help with tangles and dirt and such? I'm wondering if this is why you had issues with greasiness and buildup. I have naturally hair too and to keep it nmoisturize I use argan oil. I never seem to be able to find ones that work! I have had lots of success with many different shampoos, conditioner and styling products. Here anti-humectants are your friend. I have curly hair, but I having been doing the same thing to it for the past 15 years and it seems to work for me. As far as straightening my hair, I actually will deep condition (the 3 min Aussie deep conditioner is great!) Great post that all curly girls can relate too!! But what DOES work--even in Southern humidity--is Dove Mousse--either Body&Lift or Curl&Sculpt. I love how silky and thick the deep conditioner feels. once you get your hair growing back curly it will continue to grow in spirals until you become bored and dumb and try to wear it straight for a week. I do the same thing with the towel and laying my hair above me (too bad I move around to much so most of my hair is crushed ^.^). I also use Herbal Essence Totally Twisted as a leave in conditioner and it work great for me. Your curls did improve in the pictures, but but you saying you had itchy scalps and your head felt icky, that is because conditioners are oils, and they over produce when you apply them directly to the scalp. And to you, Curly Girlyou're curls are lovely and frame your face beautifully! Just discarding d shampoos completely? it took me about two months to figure out what worked with my curls. It makes my hair so incredibly soft and shiny! Thanks soo much for this info! I wonder how this works with someone who suffers with dandruff. http://www.curlslikeus.com/. I usually straighten it on those days. I don't tend to blow dry my hair but if I need to I always always turn my head upside down first (otherwise the blow drying causes frizz). My curls look better than ever and ALL of my products cost under $15!!! This product really didn't work for my 2C hair. For a toddler I'd do just a conditioner & if it needs a shampoo then maybe a Johnson & Johnson baby shampoo or maybe a vinegar & water mix since u can tailor to her needs. Found your post in a google search on Curly girl. I couldn't believe it but decided to experiment and stopped using it. This makes me very happy! Interesting read, thanks for sharing your experience. Every once in a while I straighten it but THAT process is SO time consuming. "Low sulfate" and "sulfate free" are two different things. Seems to be working. I would rinse after working out with just water and rub your scalp with your fingers to loosen the dirt. I can't wait to try out the rest of the Curly Girl method to really enhance my curls. On those days Iwould use a spray bottle with water to wet my hair and re-scrunch it, which worked fairly well, but since Icouldn't really comb or brush through it first, it always felt more tangled on those days. Now, the top layers are shorter while she left the bottom layers alone. Fantastic post - your hair looks great!! Any help would be appreciated! It's great for babies and toddlers (and grown-ups! Do avoid the scalp to prevent oil build-up. It is quite expensive, but a little goes a long way. I then used just a dab of conditioner or the curl cream I use to detangle the baby's curls, use enough that there is no tugging. I am a hairdresser and have used every kind of curly hair product there is. They have a great shampoo that doesn't strip the oils from your hair, but helps scalp feel CLEAN! Anyhow, I experimented in high school and found that using gel and hairspray with a diffuser works best in making my hair super curly. I agree that regular shampoos containing sulfates are much harsher on curly hair. oz. I'll search the interwebs for some advice on that. Help! The handbook convinced me to give it a try - for at least 6 weeks. Be cautious while it air dries, making sure not to play with it even if it *looks* like it's starting to puff up a little. These ingredients are harsh and drying to curls. As soon as I made the change in my curly hair products, the flip flop of greasy or dry went away. Love your post, thank you. :) I'm always looking for improvement. Then I use the only product I found that is light, keeps my hair from frizzing, and lets it curl naturally - Paul Mitchell's Zero. This was the most viewed link at last week's {wow me} wednesday party. I use baby shampoo every 2-3 days and once every week or two I use Ojon's damage repair or deep recovery conditioner. But this tutorial really helped . Another cool thing is that it makes your hair look SO shiny! I think I am going to look into using Gel instead of Mousse! I also condition every few days just the tips so that it doesn't weigh my thin/fine hair down. After I put on the gel, I flip my head over, scrunch my hair, and blow dry with a diffuser. My hair is naturally curly too, but my routine is so simple as to be almost nonexistent. I shampoo my hair every other day. Please visit my blog post http://www.thecraftygingerblog.com/2013/02/naturally-curly-hair.html. When selecting a shampoo, choose a product free of sodium lauryl sulfate, ammonium laureth sulfate, and sodium laureth sulfates. I swear by their styling cream. I've been using Living Proof Perfect Day Hair as it's gluten free. If I use spray it leaves the hair with that product and it's not easy to just re-wet and re-style. They bring moisture to your hair and enhance curl. As I've gone on, I've learned that all you've said here is absolutely true and many of the products I have listed here are NOT curly girl friendly. Thanks so much for all your information and tips. I have learned that with my hair, I do have to comb it out before I go to bed. Thank you for this great experiment! I do my hair starting from the bottom up, in sections, putting mousse in each section. Easy to wash, gentle cycle, cold water, and allow to air dry Velcro fasteners for ease of use Lightweight, easy to use 8 Inches in length Yes! I use a brush, flat iron and blow dryer. Instead of the ingredients listed above in the do not buy list, look for products that are certified organic or contain all natural ingredients. Carefully part your hair trying not to separate the curls from the way they have naturally formed. I live in a place where nettle grows naturally, so it was easy. A good, moisturizing product will contain ingredients like Shea butter, silk proteins, wheat germ, sorbitol, and aloe Vera, amongst others. Lastly I diffuse my hair, upside down (it adds volume) for about 10 mins. I use the Keratin conditioner and the argan shampoo. This also prevents frizz! Anybody use them with good results? I am hoping this method will bring the life back! Thanks.
Beyond The Zone Noodle Head Curl Boost Glaze - Sally Beauty I make the lavender spray (the recipe is in the CG book) and use that every other day to refresh my curls. By day 2 I was getting compliments on my hair and each day gets a little faster and easier. It clashes with the PB&J my kiddos mash into my hair. If there was any doubt that this is working, let there be none. I don't want to even think of the staggering dollar amount. Its SLS free. I do that at the beginning of my shower and rinse it out at the end. Add ANY amount of humidity (I live in the southwest, so our normal humidity is around 6%) and it gets worse. Hey I have HORRIBLY curly hair and I recently started using Deva Curl products. Johnson's baby shampoo is actually pretty harsh as a cleanser. I use herbal essence totally twisted mousse before drying part way with a dryer. Also layers cut into your hair will help add spring to your curls instead of all on length which will weigh them down. I sure will use more leave-in. Believe me, I've tried and at first I HATED it and then found out I needed to use more. I love reading all the comments here! Use regular hair dryer on high at first then use on low near end of drying to prevent frizzies. Nor does it make my hair crunchy. Rake to the ends of each section and then gently shake the hair. For extra volume, I'll add 3-4 metal clips to the roots of the top section of my hair, so it doesn't lay flat on my head. I've been no-poo for about a year, I have no issues running my fingers through my hair. Thanks for the tips! Thanks for sharing your experiment. Do you think I could use noodle head but still barely use shampoo or would that just cause too much build up? First I got a haircut, then I washed and colored my hair with a protein filler (to undo the damage from chemical straightening). What makes it special? Thank you. !planning a trip to sallys tomorrow and seriously considering picking these up. They are cheap and last forever. Yes, it's a bit pricey, but I have never used anything better (and believe me, I've tried everything). I put my hair into a loose pineapple with a scrunchy and cover it with a hairnet and then put a satin sleeping cap over it. The book convinced me to give up all products with sulfate and silicone and I started using DevaCurl products. :). For shampoo/conditioner, I use the Dove Moisturizing line. I'm a hairdresser and I've read the whole Curly Girl book. I am 3a with fine hair (I just have a ton of it lol), and it works well for me! Then I squeeze a health portion of mousse into my hand (size of a lemon?) I will never use shampoo again, I've used WEN for over a year my curls came back, that I didn't even know I had! I found a couple of good conditioners and styling products and was happy for a while. When it's super short, the curls work no matter what. I followed your washing routine and loved the results. I rinse my hair just before I get out of the shower. My favorite over the counter mousse(s) has been Suave mousse no. Great post! I loved how a white distilled vinegar rinse &water solution made my scalp feel and how well it removed all the buildup from the conditioner and gel. I'm still in the stage where nobody has said anything about my hair. WOW! In the mornings I just take the t-shirt off my hair and it is ready to go. I am glad to see a post for curly hair. It is smoother and curlier that ever. I can see that my hair looks a little bit bouncier and the curl is more even. I use my sunglasses or a headband to keep it back. OR - I'll. It is also an excellent conditioning rinse when mixed with water. Your hair is so pretty! Then of course I would just opt for curly. package quality. Another great product line to try for beautiful curls is MOP TOP "unruly haircare" www.moptophair.com. once again I really love your hair in its curly form, and it would be a pleasure to be able to see your hair month after month. Read more I have used the Curly Girl book and the Deva Curl products. Good luck! I've been doing "the curly girl method" for a couple of weeks now and found a great product line for my hair - Shea Moisture. I know it sounds terrible, but it's not. Thank you! After washing his hair with a sulfate free conditioner very lightly. Can I just say Thank you for finally someone having an awesome curly hair blog post! All things considered, I didnt feel that it was any better than many drugstore brands, yet it a lot more $$. However, it won't make it frizzy or break up the curls because you used so much product! If I ever stop the cg method I may definitely try this. It was an amazing experience to have someone actually understand the importance of a good curly girl cut.
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