Curly Girl Method for Indian Hair

When you know what you're doing, you can really transform your curly hair type with the Curly Girl Method.

Curly girl methods are becoming more and more popular because of their many benefits. Curlyheads who are considering trying the method or are already using it will find this guide helpful.

One myth here should be busted, the curly girl method cannot create curls on naturally straight or wavy hair. Your natural curls or waves will only be enhanced. CGM is all about getting healthier, fuller, more defined curls-essentially, seeing the maximum potential of your hair texture with the right curly hair care products online.

What to Avoid

1. Sulphates, or silicones

2. Use of water-soluble ingredients (these are ingredients that don’t wash off with water and need a detergent (sulphates) to rinse out of your hair)

3. Heat styling, or hair drying!

4. Towel-drying your hair

5. Alcohols (in your products)

Can you brush your hair on Curly Girl Method?

Those with tighter curls may require a comb in the shower to detangle, but also a curly hair brush to detangle and distribute products as they twist, braid, and protect their hair. If your hair is prone to tangles or fine waves and curls, wet detangling might not be the best option for you.

The Five-step CGM Process

“Reset” Wash

The first step to a healthy head of hair is to start with a clean slate. We suggest using clarifying shampoo once per week to remove any buildup of product residue, dirt, or oil.

Everyday Moisturising Shampoo

Use 2 in 1 shampoo that moisturizes & cleanses your curls. Massage 2 pumps into your wet hair, and use the rest on your lengths to detangle. The key is to find one that doesn’t have sulfates in it so that it doesn’t dry out your hair too much!

Hydrating Deep Conditioner

After washing your hair, apply the conditioner for hydrated, bouncy and defined results. There are a lot of different brands but you can try something which has goji berries & mango butter.

Leave in Cream

Now apply leave-in-cream generously throughout your entire head to hair! Rake it in your wet hair and scrunch to enhance your texture until all surfaces have been covered (this should take about 10 minutes) Don’t rinse this out! Let your curls air dry!

Defining Gel

Defining gel is one of the best ways to define curly hair and for extra hold when your hair is dry, but it isn’t always easy to find one that works for every type of curl pattern. If you’re looking for something gentle or coarse curls you can try curly hair products from Fix My Curls.

Some gels (including alcohol-free gels) can leave hair looking dry.

Lift your hair with oil to SOTC, take 1-2 drops of lightweight oil, rub your hands together, and scrunch your hair to break the gel cast for fluffier, bouncier curls if you don’t like them too defined.