If you have curly hair and are frustrated with frizz and endless hours spent blow-drying and flat ironing, the Curly Girl Method could help you turn your unmanageable curls into beautiful ringlets that will stay tamed throughout the day. The curly girl method, otherwise known as the CG method, is a hair care routine that promotes healthy, moisturized hair and keeps it that way by avoiding anything that dries out your locks or strips them of their natural oils.
This hair care trend has made waves in the natural hair world as one of the best ways to care for your curly tresses. If you’re thinking about going natural, then you may have already heard about the CGM and are wondering whether or not you should follow this method.
Here’s what you need to know about following the Curly Girl Method and maintaining healthy hair for years to come.
Steer Clear of Silicones and Drying Alcohols
When picking out a shampoo and conditioner while following the CG Method, steer clear of products that include ingredients like dimethicone or amodimethicone. These ingredients, also known as silicone oils or conditioning agents, coat your hair with a thin layer of product to make it feel smooth and sleek. But these silicones are only temporary fixes—they build up over time and will eventually weigh down your hair.
Deep Condition Regularly
To make sure your curls are as strong and healthy as possible, you can go for a deep conditioning treatment for curly hair once a week. Find a deep conditioning treatment that contains protein for added strength and use it after shampooing; leave it on for 10-15 minutes, then rinse thoroughly. This way, you’ll be protecting your strands from heat damage and over-manipulation while also preventing breakage. Or, if you are in the mood to pamper yourself, you can also head over to a salon.
Use Styling Products For Those Lucious Curls
If you want your curls to remain frizz-free and bouncy all day, use curl cream and gel for well-defined moisturized curls. Such products contain special ingredients such as silk amino acids and jojoba oil that will give your hair a healthy boost, eliminating frizz and leaving it soft and shiny.
Protect Your Hair at Night
Haircare for curly girls is about more than just products. Using bonnets to protect your curls at night, and satin pillowcases to prevent breakage, are essential parts of caring for your hair. If you don’t want to buy a separate bonnet or pillowcase just for your hair type, use a thin scarf instead. Satin and silk aren’t necessarily better materials than cotton; rather, it’s how they feel against curly hair that makes them effective. These fabrics glide over curls easily without causing friction and breakage that causes frizziness and tangles.
If you have wavy, curly, or kinky hair, following the CG method can result in healthier and stronger strands with more volume and shine—and keep frizz at bay! Looking for a salon for deep conditioning treatment? Get in touch with Falls Beauty & Spa to book your appointment today!
