HOW TO START THE CURLY GIRL METHOD UK | BEGINNERS GUIDE TO CURLY GIRL METHOD

[@freemindsloveforever]

-Wash then use conditioner -Leave in conditioner -Styling custard praying hands crunch - scrunching jelly - diffuse dry - scrunch out the crunchy gel Day 2 onwards Satin bonnets Day 3 water n leave in spritz to reactivate

[@themorganwills6897]

freemindsloveforever Lord thank you !!! Like watched so many videos and it just goes on and on and tells you nothing you wrote what I need to know lol

[@WhatKatySaidUK]

Only amend I’d make is that you don’t wash and then use conditioner. That is literally for the first time. For every wash thereafter you wash WITH conditioner. Also, the leave-in conditioner is optional and different from the conditioner you’ve used to wash your hair. But otherwise the rest of the bullets are golden 👍🏻

[@ellebee8536]

Wash with conditioner. Yes. Not with shampoo.

[@lucyrobson2114]

Does washing your hair with conditioner not Make it really oily? My hair is gross when i leave it in

[@chumimiii533]

@@lucyrobson2114 it might be that the conditioner is weighing down your hair, giving it that oily feeling. Maybe try leaving in less conditioner when it's drying?

[@hollywhitaker4458]

Followed this when I was washing my hair today, and I’ve been amazed! Thanks soooo much x

[@WhatKatySaidUK]

So glad! x

[@FragrantGain58]

Out of all the curly videos yours is the one that looks the same as my hair and works like yours so glad i come across you thank you x

[@harleyjoker6130]

This has probably been the most helpful video about cgm .. I'm now starting week one .. can't wait to have my healthy hair and curls back instead of a floofy mess

[@WhatKatySaidUK]

How are you getting on?

[@Thepurplekatana]

Okay this was VERY helpful. My mum has quite straight hair so I grew up with her blow drying my hair the way she did hers and didn’t realise I have curls until much later!!! Gonna go to Superdrug this weekend and update my hair routine to make my curls come through!! How has it taken me 20 years to learn what diffusing, plopping and general curly hair care is?? 😂

[@liadelbusso8050]

I need to start practising this my hair used to be curly before it was so long, but it's still wavy when wet but dries more straight! Thanks for a simple video x

[@NainaKay]

Seriously the best curly hair video I’ve watched, straight to the point you have made this less daunting !!! I’m on my first day.

[@WhatKatySaidUK]

Hiya! Thank you so much! How are you finding it? xx

[@justinewarwick350]

Thank you! It’s all seemed so confusing so I’ve put it off but this makes it look achievable. I’ll definitely be trying this x

[@WhatKatySaidUK]

Ah I am so glad

[@demiidee]

As someone who after 25 years found out that I may have wavy hair after all this time, thank you for making such an easy to follow video :')

[@WhatKatySaidUK]

You are so very welcome x

[@samdyllon]

Why does everyone seem to make this appear so difficult?! Thanks for this, now I know what I’m missing & what I need to do!

[@eamajay01]

Thanks 😊 this is one of the most helpful and straightforward videos I've seen on the curly girl method.

[@WhatKatySaidUK]

You are very welcome ❤️

[@bilkhisaslam2159]

I've been watching different videos. And I finally understood what all the words mean and what all the different products are for. Thank you so much!!

[@WelshScreamer]

Oh this video really helps. I've watched a few US ones, and they are great but seem much more complicated. So typed UK in the title and I'm going to try this way as it's easy and shows products I can buy in the shop haha

[@karapallett5870]

Thank you for this video. I have watched about 25 curly girl method videos in the past couple of days but this really helped

[@WhatKatySaidUK]

So glad you found it useful

[@chelleramsier3173]

Just found you through researching for my unruly waves. This is absolutely the best and easiest demonstration I've seen and so handy its uk based so I can actually find the products to try! Now going to binge your videos to see how you got on 🥰

[@airplane_flaps]

Thank you so much for this. I've been loo poo for a few years now and wanted to make the switch to the curly way. I went and bought all the stuff you have in this and I'm trying it tonight.

[@katekat6379]

@angelina blyth any difference now?

[@lauramurphy1978]

I went to purchases everything as well, but some of the products aren't girly method approved. I've just replaced the conditioner and curly jelly.

[@Moremomopls]

Laura Murphy what have you replaced it with? and why isnt it approved? x

[@jacquelinebarnes9696]

Thank you for this video, I have tried the curly girl method before and got so confused with it all, also tried so many different products. You make it so clear and informative. I am going to give it another go.

[@emmaponcia2480]

Thanks for posting. Have just started CG and wasn't sure about what products to use. Went out and bought the exact stuff you use in the vid today and my hair is looking pretty good. Thanks!

[@WhatKatySaidUK]

Ah fab!!! After a week or so you may find your hair goes a bit limp - I had that and discovered that the Banana conditioner from Poundland adds protein (somehow) and makes your hair glorious!! I’m going to do 2 weeks alternate washing with the conditioners. Check out my blog post for the exact one I mean or look for the highlight in my IG stories and you can see how my hair looked after using it the other day x

[@BethanyEbdonMakeUp]

These products aren't actually CG approved just so you know x

[@chazzadude]

Thank you. I had my hair cut on Saturday after years of scraping it back into a bun. Your method is brilliant! The curl jelly is a definite ‘trust the process’ but it worked so well...... I feel like I’ve done my hair better than the hairdresser did! 😂😂

[@kerrym1979]

It's looking good! The Child's Farm conditioner is actually the one I use on myself as my hair seems to like it.

[@emilyslade3999]

You are so refreshing! Love this and all the demonstrations. Will definitely give it a go. Didn't think I'd find a you tuber who talks beauty like she's describing a pre-school art class ;) Genuine fan now! X

[@WhatKatySaidUK]

Aww thank you so so much Emily xxx

[@jenniferalbison886]

Yay. Finally a video that has really some to me. Off to tescos tomorrow to get all the necessary bits. Thank you

[@momof2momof2]

Your hair looks great :) I have wavy/curly hair, but I wear it short. When it gets longer, it does get frizzy

[@missemmagraz]

Thank you. I'm gonna give my mega thick and wavy hair a go with this :)

[@lunangellus]

1. wash with a conditioner 2. monthly mini step - hair mask 3. if u have really curly hair - leave in conditioner 4. styling custard. apply with praying hands then scrunch 5. after u get out of the shower - scrunching curly jelly. scrunch 6. diffuse get satin bonnet to put ur hair when u sleep add water + leave in conditioner (tiny amount) spray to reactivate the gel. scrunch

[@jananisatkurunathan5898]

Thank you so much for putting the time and effort to make this video. Everything you said makes sense. I suffered from itchy, flaky scalp my whole life and only recently discovered the wonders of using wooden brushes, sleeping on satin pillowcases, scalp massagers and also am using herbal essences botanical range. All these things have helped my scalp and my hair looks healthier than I’ve ever seen. I want to try the Curly girl method but will it cause my scalp to be itchy and flaky again? Please could you give me suggestions? I’d be so grateful.

[@marciabruderlin5546]

Thanks so much for explaining this. I have been meaning to look into it but just hadn't got to it yet. I have fairly curly hair but it goes super frizzy at times, usually if it rains or is humid. My daughter has really curly hair and hers doesn't frizz so much but she takes better care of hers than I do with mine Think I will give it a go but will just have to look into what products I can get in Australia. xx

[@katieglobe5007]

I've been thinking about it for a while, thanks to this video I and it's step by step I'm going to get started as soon my products arrive x

[@lucycousins470]

Aside from using a diffuser can u scrunch dry first with a towel? I don’t have time to let it air dry n as it’s soaking wet takes ages with a diffuser n worried about using it too long on my hair…. Other than that I have done this once so far and can’t believe how healthy my hair feels! Has made such a difference!! Thankyou!! Xx

[@jackymoffat407]

Hi thank you for the video. It has helped me to understand what I am meant to be doing. I am quite new to the curly girl method and am struggling to decide density and porosity of me hair. Is there an easy way to work it out.x

[@lyndseyfischer9634]

Great video and tips, thank you Katy 😀. Where have you posted the links you mention?

[@toxicbutterflies1]

Thank you for this video. Buying all the stuff now!!

[@MissJazzieXX]

Great video, really clear and easy to understand! I guess I’m off to Superdrug today 😂

[@ktrmullen]

Amazing! You’re a lovely lady and this was so helpful ☺️thank you ❤️

[@WhatKatySaidUK]

Thank you

[@kerryowens4073]

Thank you! Just about to start my journey and this has really helped!!

[@WhatKatySaidUK]

How are you getting on? x

[@kerryowens4073]

Katy - What Katy Said loosing the will to live! Fluffy unruly hair!😱😂 not sure weather to put products on upside down or right side up?

[@sameyaksk]

Such a great and simple video I'm going to start this on my daughters hair. So when you use the hair mask do you still apply conditioner and rinse and follow the other steps?

[@WhatKatySaidUK]

yes, just think of it as an extra step every now and then to give some extra condition xx

[@lollysvlogsxox2218]

Great vlog katy, your hair looks amazing xx

[@julijordan9287]

That’s great Katy! I’m just one week behind you on my curly wavy journey.... isn’t it fab?!

[@WhatKatySaidUK]

How are you getting on? I had a blip of being so lazy the last few weeks but back on track now!

[@julijordan9287]

Katy - What Katy Said I’m doing ok. My hair has grown I think that’s helped. I’m clarifying today and using deep conditioner then mousse then curl jelly.

[@Al-bj1xk]

The almond crush leave in conditioner is no longer available. Do you have any suggestions for alternatives? Can the banana mixture be mixed with water for the spritz or does it have to be the leave in one. Thank you so much for your video!

[@elainebell5169]

Are you putting and leaving in 2 conditioners ? The garnier one and the custard one . Then the gel . Seems a lot of products to leave in ?

[@MummyofFourUK]

Your hair is looking fab! My hair hates holding a curl unless I sleep with it wrapped around a hairband or go to the hairdressers. Do you think this would work for hair that is not naturally curly like mine?

[@polly-jayne9719]

Mummy of Four UK no this is for hair that is naturally curly/wavy x

[@MissCocoSays]

Went to boots and Superdrug and I couldn't find the Garnier leave in conditioner. It has amazing reviews. Its not available online either. Strange. Thank you for the video btw ;)

[@angelafay90]

Your hair is beautiful

[@paulobrienfan2008]

so when you do the leave in conditioner you also do the cantu define and shine and leave both in?

[@CoLoJePa]

I'm on my way to sainsbury's to stock up.

[@katherinepayne9199]

Hi im just starting my journey. Can you suggest a different option to the leaving in conditioner almond as I have a allergy to it x

[@rosegumble4500]

Mum of 3 here to already a reason for me to subscribe x

[@WhatKatySaidUK]

Thank you Rose x

[@hollydolly1909]

Do you scrunch/dry your hair with a towel or T-shirt? And do you brush it?

[@larabalsam4392]

Thanks for the video. Can you recommend a more natural alternative to the Umberto curl jelly? thank you

[@thepuredrop79]

Make your own flax seed gel. There are tutorials on KZbin, it's very easy.

[@kimberlymiller655]

Hi Katy. Where are you? How are you?! Miss your videos.

[@mymymy982]

her: you’re never gonna use shampoo again me, a dandruff queen, trying to get back my waves: im sorry, WHAT-

[@WhatKatySaidUK]

I am also the queen of dandruff. Or I WAS. Do you know why you have it? Shampoo is a dehydrating agent that drys out your scalp. Since cutting out shampoo my head is flake free 🙌🏻

[@m0rbidrumi11]

@@WhatKatySaidUK this what I need to know but how about with oily hair?

[@luellenanderson8366]

Hey Katie I just watched your video, and well I need some guidance. I live in Ireland and it's sooo humid I started my journey in America and it was great had nice hair but when I moved every day is a bad hair day especially when I wash my hair. Any help is much appreciated thank you.

[@cloitowner8332]

The curly gel you use is it sulphate and alcohol free also?? I have found it hard to find a .uk based gel to use all the girls I've watched so far have been us and the products don't have shipping to here often

[@jeanettewilhelm8464]

Doesn't it make the hair greasy, heavy? I have fine hair, dry ends, roots get greasy in 2 days.

[@chazkiss]

Trying it for the 1st time (wish me luck haha) just done it but am I supposed to rince out the custard cos I have scrunched scrunched scrunched and my hair is still soaked and clumped in big sections x

[@WhatKatySaidUK]

You don’t wash out the custard or the gel. If it is clumping that’s great! That means the curls are forming 🙌🏻. Them looking soaked is because a) they probably were still wet and b) the wet look is called a cast. You wait until for sure the hair is dry and then it should scrunch out. Maybe try less custard next time and see if that improves things. But also, if drying naturally it literally takes hours to dry out. Try drying with a diffuser to speed the process up ❤️

[@sameyaksk]

Also are you supposed to brush the hair at any of the steps?

[@WhatKatySaidUK]

I brush my hair while it is wet, just before I add the custard and gel xx

[@jessicapellegrini7506]

I used to have curly hair about 3 years ago but during my second pregnancy it all dropped out. I don’t know what happened but I’m trying to get it back!

[@WhatKatySaidUK]

Oh no! The opposite happened to me - used to be straight but 3 kids made it curly!

[@kimheapywebb9568]

Do you ever brush your hair or is it best not to x

[@WhatKatySaidUK]

I only ever used to brush it at the point of washing it. But honestly, it didn't work for me. Some people don't ever do it besides during the wash but I have learned that for my hair I need to brush it and then spritz with some water to 'refresh' the curls each morning xx

[@hafsak100]

Hey! I don’t have a diffuser, is there anything else I can use ?

[@goshry2049]

A sieve over ur hairdryer works

[@Eggzageration]

hello everyone :) just wondering if this method will make my hair feel greasier because we’re no longer using shampoo?

[@ameliegrace6030]

Ed Dalby it won’t, shampoo is what makes your hair greasy because it sucks all the natural ingredients out of your hair and conditioner recreates the natural ingredients

[@sarahevans8578]

I have a slight wave in my hair and kink at the bottom. I’m wondering what would happen to mine but it seems like such a long process

[@e.murray977]

Yeah, mines like a messy wave and I just always straighten it or curl it with heat... Would this work on my hair?? Just found out this "curly girl method" and have no idea where to start if it did🤷🏻‍♀️😘

[@MsGem1985]

I'm exactly the same girls. I have thick slightly frizzy hair with some kink's at the bottom and I don't know whether to do the cgm or just carry on using heat and defence spray. Is it going to be worth the effort or best just carry on with heat?!?!?

[@WhatKatySaidUK]

I was wavy in the beginning and wondered how well it would work but honestly, my hair has just got curlier and curlier! The more hydrated your hair is with conditioning, the better it gets ❤️

[@dilligafkitti]

So i did my final was last night, used a leave in mask and then curl custard and curl activating cream. Today my hair feels heavy and greasy. My question is... Do I leave it for a couple of days or do I co wash as I feel I need to (which feels like it may be every other day for a while)

[@WhatKatySaidUK]

Hiya! Sorry I haven't replied sooner - homeschooling is frying my brain! Ok so if you are using custard you don't need cream too. I either use custard with gel or cream with gel. I am finding that cream is better than custard for my hair as I have such thick hair which adds its own weight anyway. However, it did take my hair a while to adjust in the first place and my scalp felt all sorts of itchy in the beginning but that is because we are SO used to shampoo. It will get better though I promise xxx

[@lucysmith5048]

Thankuuu but do u wash out the leaving conditioner after using it can u please reply

[@OChops2013]

No you leave it in

[@lucysmith5048]

Kim Hughes thanks

[@MsGem1985]

Damn it didn't read the description so bought the wrong conditioner will I still be able to use this until it runs out. It seemed to have worked for you. I know it's not CG approved but I'm reluctant to go out and buy all different products.

[@WhatKatySaidUK]

So sorry! Yes you will be able to use it no problem - because it is used as a shampoo it runs out quicker than if you used it as a conditioner if you see what I mean. Lots of people would be like nooooo don't use it but honestly life is too short to follow rules too strictly so just use it up and buy the approved one next time

[@MsGem1985]

@@WhatKatySaidUK thanks so much for the reply .

[@chloelnd]

What if I do nightly hair washes and not morning washes?? Can I sleep with the jelly in??

[@WhatKatySaidUK]

Umm.. I mean I am not totally sure as I haven't tried it myself but what I would suggest is doing it as usual, popping it into a pony/bun and then spraying it with some water in the morning for a refresh - turn your head over and re-scrunch. x

[@lucysmith5048]

Can anyone explain to me what to do on the other days when u don’t wash ur hair

[@BethanyEbdonMakeUp]

These products aren't CG approved, might worth checking what you're using and approving x

[@WhatKatySaidUK]

Someone else just told me this!! I followed advice from a FB group but of course still learning as only a couple of months in. Will update the description to advise. Thanks!

[@katiejackson8170]

Yep was hoping for U.K. brands that are CG approved, what is the Facebook group ?

[@thecawleywitch_crochet]

I love to do this but i have allergic to nut and coconut is there anything i could that dont have them in them.

[@rebeccacase3435]

Not sure if you would have same allergen issues but duno if shea butter would work

[@WhatKatySaidUK]

I mostly use the banana conditioner you can get - if you click the link to my blog post I have everything linked in there. There are also lots of FB groups you can join with great advice xx

[@katekat6379]

My hair is the exact same if not more curly when wet but it dries wayy more loose because of how thick and long my hair is. But I don't want to cut it. Aaaaa

[@WhatKatySaidUK]

I haven't had my hair cut since I started the process and I definitely notice that the curls drop out quicker. But I guess that is just how it will always be. It still feels healthier and that is the main thing I suppose x

[@katyabbott5548]

Hello I’m a new subscriber, my name is also Katy with a y, I also have 3 children. I have wavy hair and have also recently started the cg method.

[@freyanaomi4792]

i love you thank you

[@WhatKatySaidUK]

Thank you Freya x

[@rebeccacase3435]

When I was young I had a proper little afro my hair was so curly I've ruined it over the years and now it's a slight wave with flicks on the end but now I want my curls back😔

[@WhatKatySaidUK]

Have you tried the method? I've seen some AMAZING results with afro hair x

[@popalop1997]

Loved the video but most of these products aren't actually CG so just be careful calling it the Cg method as that is only for natural paraben/silicon free products

[@WhatKatySaidUK]

yes sorry - I followed some bad advice in a CG group. Am just in the process of changing the links to update the description. Thank you x

[@edelbrowne4517]

@@WhatKatySaidUK SORRY I am confused which are the cg friendly ?

[@SITOMPUL92]

U so cute 😍

[@WhatKatySaidUK]

Ah thank you Ezra! x

[@rosieheller8989]

"it's not being covered in chemicals"? But it is literally being coated in chemicals? You might like these over other chemicals but that's what the products are? I'm not into using so many products in my life... I think the world needs us to choose less consumption. Just a thought. (I'm here because someone suggested CGM I'd never heard of it)

[@WhatKatySaidUK]

Sorry that was me getting my words muddled. What I mean is, the hair isn’t being coated by chemicals that damage and dehydrate wavy and curly hair. Sulphites and silicone cause hair to be limp and heavy and therefore cutting them out helps the wave / curl return. There are a few natural products available which I will eventually try out but I want to use up the ones I have first. Thank you for watching :-)

[@michellepoint2282]

Like me last nightsOkey.

[@leatodd8632]

They are not curls

[@WhatKatySaidUK]

Not yet no, this is only the beginning of my journey. Here they are S waves. Today I have ringlets.

[@leatodd8632]

Katy - What Katy Said if I sounded rude I didn’t intend to!

[@goaway2072]

hey i just read your post and i was wondering if you could tell me where you got these products? like what shops did you get them at?

[@WhatKatySaidUK]

Hi! All products are linked in the post underneath the photos. But all of them were from Boots xx