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If you’re interested in getting started with the Curly Girl Method, you might feel a little overwhelmed. There’s a lot of information out there, so it can be hard to sort through it all, Once you know what you’re doing, it can also be overwhelming to manage all of the tips and tricks. Therefore, if you’re interested in doing more investigation into the CGM and determining if it’s right for you, we’ve got you covered. These are tips to get start with the Curly Girl Method. Give these suggestions a try, and don’t forget to let us know which you prefer.
Tips To Get Started With the Curly Girl Method
Ditch sulfates:
Sulfates aren’t your friend, Curly Girl. Unfortunately, there are a lot of products that contain sulfates, so you might need to go through your products to cull ones that are no longer going to be effective for your strands. However, you can retain one shampoo to cleanse your curls before you start the Curly Girl Method. The rest you can toss or donate.
No silicones:
Sensing a pattern yet? When it comes to your curls, artificial chemicals really aren’t going to do you any favors, Therefore, you’ll want to go through all of your products with a critical eye, and remove anything that contains silicones, parabans, artificial ingredients, and artificial fragrances. These ingredients are very harmful for your curls. Instead, replace with organic ingredients.
Retire shampoo:
Now, this is one that a lot of people struggle with. We’ve all been raised to think that bubbles and suds equates cleanliness. However, when it comes to curls, suds really aren’t going to be your friend. This is because the sulfates that create those bubble also strip away all your hair’s natural oils. As a result, you’ll find that your hair will feel clean, but you may also have increased oil production, itchy scalp, and dry, frizzy strands. Instead, opt for a co-wash to get your strands clean without the damage traditional shampoos cause.
Skip the heat:
In the true Curly Girl Method, no heat at all is allowed, Heat can cause a lot of damage to your strands, especially if you aren’t taking precautions to protect your delicate strands. Therefore, you’re going to need to make sure you’re planning your wash days so you have plenty of time to allow your curls to completely air dry before leaving the house. Additionally, put aside your flat irons or curling irons, as both those tools can cause damage to your strands.
Toss combs and brushes:
When it comes to curls, helping your strands retain their natural pattern is important, and combs or brushes really aren’t your friends. If you do opt to use a comb, select a wide toothed comb and use it only on wet hair for detangling, Otherwise, avoid using either on dry curls, as this will disrupt your natural hair pattern and create frizz.