How do you start with the Curly Girl Method?
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Curly Girl Method
Curly heads, take note: we'll tell you more about the hype of the moment, the Curly Girl Method ! When you care for your locks according to the CGM, your curls or beachy waves will shine like never before.
What is the Curly Girl Method?
According to this craze, you should say goodbye to harmful ingredients, in order to take care of your curls in the best way. Harmful ingredients include sulfates, parabens, drying alcohol and mineral oils. The CGM-proof hair products consist exclusively of natural ingredients that embrace your curls.
Where do I start?
Before you start with the Curly Girl Method, it is important to know what type of curl your hair has. Every curl requires a different type of care, so pay attention to this. Ultimately, you will only know which products work best for you when you try them out, so it is certainly not strange if you change a few times. Trust us, your hair will thank you in a while!
To determine your hair type, answer the questions below:
- Hair density : Do you have a lot of hair on your head, so that you can no longer see your scalp? Then you have a high hair density. Do you still see your scalp in some places? Then you have a low hair density. With a high hair density, you choose thicker substances, such as creams or butters. Curly heads with a low hair density, better use hair products in spray form.
- Hair thickness : this is a bit more difficult to answer, but try to find out if your hair is thick or thin. An average hair is 0.06mm thick. You can often see for yourself whether your hair is thinner or thicker, perhaps the hairdresser has told you? You can compare your locks with others, to find out what applies to you. If you have thin hair, it is best to use a milky conditioner , which absorbs your hair type well. Curlies with thicker hair choose a thicker, moisturizing conditioner.
- Porosity : This has to do with how well your locks retain moisture. Does your hair dry within two hours? Then you have high porosity. For this, it is best to use moisturizing products, such as hair oil or cream. Does your hair dry after longer than six to eight hours? Then your curls have low porosity. For this, it is best to use water-based moisturizing products.
- Elasticity : this is best determined when your hair is wet. Take a curl and try to gently stretch it. Does your hair break easily? Then only use hair products that do not contain protein. Can you stretch your curl far without your hair breaking? Then you have high elasticity and choose hair products that are rich in protein.
| High | Low | |
| Hair density |
Your curls love products with a thicker consistency, such as creams or butters. |
Try using spray hair products and your curls will come back to life. |
| Hair thickness |
Use moisturizing conditioners for happy curls. |
For you, the thinner the substance, the more curl your hair will have. Use a milky conditioner. |
| Porosity | Nourish your hair with moisturizing products, such as hair oil. |
Your curls retain a lot of moisture, so it is best to use water-based hair products. |
| Elasticity |
Protein rich hair products will become your best friend! |
For the most beautiful curls, avoid hair products that contain protein. |
Styling products based on curl type
Now that you know your hair type, let's look at your curl type. This is important to know when choosing styling products. Do you have beautiful beachy waves? Then you can best style your locks with light products, such as hairspray or mousse. Coarse or spiral curls will enjoy heavier styling products , such as gel or cream.
Final wash
We're almost ready to start! To unlearn it, wash your hair one more time with a shampoo that contains sulphates. This will thoroughly remove all the dirt from your hair, so you can start with a clean slate with the CG method. To care for your hair after washing with this "harmful" shampoo, it is best to apply a CG-proof hair mask. That is to say: a mask without sulphates and parabens, among other things.
How often should you wash your hair?
That depends a bit on your hair, and how far you are with the Curly Girl Method. We recommend washing your hair once a week, but of course it can get greasy much faster. Try to wash your hair as little as possible, your hair will get used to it after a while. For example, wear it in a nice bun or ponytail with dry shampoo the second or third day after washing, then you have postponed washing it for another day! The longer you care for your hair according to the Curly Girl Method, the more hydrated it will feel. This means your hair will get greasy less quickly, and you will therefore have to wash it less often.
Drying hair after washing
The best thing for your curls is to let your wet hair air dry, but we understand that this is not always convenient. In any case, try not to use a regular towel when drying your hair. A microfiber towel (also known as a sports towel) is much softer for your hair, so it does not damage your curls. No microfiber towel nearby? Then use a t-shirt! With the microfiber towel or t-shirt, gently knead your hair dry, never make rubbing movements! You can also twist your hair in your shirt and let it dry on your head for a while.
Avoid your hairbrush
Let's be honest: we often brush our wet hair after washing it, because it is still so nice and soft. Try what it does to your curls if you leave the brush alone! You will notice that your curls are much less frizzy, they have a nicer shape and they are less likely to fall out. Do you suffer from extreme tangles in your hair and do you really not feel like not brushing your hair? Then you can use a wide-toothed comb in the shower. Gently comb your hair while you leave conditioner or a mask on, this will reduce the chance of damage.
Patience is a virtue
Your curls will have to get used to a new routine. Give them some time to get used to products, only after several times of use can you conclude whether or not a product works for your hair. And we speak from experience: it sometimes takes a while before you have found the golden combination. Your curls will thank you!
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