CURL SPONGE | Flat vs. Textured Side

Hey guys! Today I’ll be discussing the difference between the flat and spiked/rigged side of a curl spnge!
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[@jenellebaptiste1574]

I really appreciate this video, because I just bought a curl sponge at the barbershop and I asked the Barbara about the two different sides and they just looked at me like I asked a stupid question....lol. Thank goodness for Us and KZbin.

[@JanaiKirsten]

lollll you’re welcome

[@raphael9197]

Flat side better for shorter hair. Spike side longer. Mine is about 3-4 inches I like spike side for mine

[@cynthiajohnson6567]

I did the same and no one explained the difference to me!

[@jackieellis241]

I just brought one a the beauty supplies store .....but one one could tell me diffènce so thanks 4 that❤❤❤...I'll b checking in because wre both have the same texture hair..$♡♡❤

[@RobinZipporah]

After I use the flat side, I use a pick to softly lift my hair, don't pull the comb all the way through. The lift results in soft looking twists & a bit of fullness & eliminating scalp showing. I do it almost daily. This is the step she may've overlooked. Damp hair works better. Thanx.

[@mamboambelee5975]

RobinZipporah what products do you use to curl your hair please

[@aaronrory5175]

Same

[@YoungXclusive]

Exactly. I do the same. I use miele organics curl sculpting and moisturizer

[@Jb-tt6to]

Appreciate it, my shit be looking toooo flat

[@denisedenise3602]

Yeah same! I hate when the scalp is showing haha

[@akeys1972]

Thanks for the tip about not pressing on the head with force. That was really helpful.

[@vedapearson8625]

Where can I get the sponge and what is it called?

[@JanaiKirsten]

Beauty supply store. It should just be called a curl sponge or twist sponge

[@Wootenomics]

Yes, because that is exactly what I was gonna do.

[@vickiewashington3274]

Very helpful especially when she mentions how to use the sponge. When she says lightly use the sponge as opposed to pushing down hard on the hair. That really worked for me.

[@yolandagreene9957]

I hope the lady that came up with the sponge concept patented it. I remember when she was on Facebook showing us how it worked well with her natural hair. She had actually made the holes herself into a regular sponge. I just hope she was abled to capitalize on her idea. White Folk’s probably decided to put them in stores.

[@JanaiKirsten]

really??? wow I hope so too.

[@ApexJnr]

well fuck patents.google.com/patent/USD766590S1/en

[@ladyo8297]

Y you should do your research first b4 u act.

[@muxnod9857]

Yolanda Greene If not the white folks capitalizing on our culture, then it's the Asians, the Koreans. They own all the weave stores.

[@ki196]

She probably chose fast KZbin pennies over long term £££££££££££! I

[@michaelshegzy6076]

The flat side is used for short hair while the rough textile is used for long hair.

[@evelynokoh6330]

Michael Shegzy really?

[@michaelshegzy6076]

Yes really.

[@kokoro3984]

My hair is 4-6 inches is it considered short

[@aricleveland503]

Yth Niggaki so is mine and I used the textured side

[@kokoro3984]

@@aricleveland503 thank you so much 🙏🏾

[@nicolegray1626]

Thank you! My son and I never knew which side of his to use and like you said, in most videos people were using the flat side. This video helped tremendously!

[@xavieryancey1841]

She’s so pretty

[@markobinna3301]

Shurrup

[@FirasLaallam]

Mark Obinna you shurrup

[@soniarichards4556]

What's the name of the jell

[@everything-comics1102]

IKR (I’m not a simp)

[@lorrell7293]

No she not

[@1briasmom36]

Thanks for showing the difference with using the two different sides of the sponge.

[@Carehubsoundandmusic]

Literally 🔥

[@gj6350]

Thanks young lady for the wonderful tutorial, the hair looked nice and you set it all off with your natural beauty!

[@TheVanessapitts]

Thank you! Very useful information. I recently cut all my over processed hair off. This is not my first short haircut, but the sponge brush is a new experience for me and after watching your video, I have more clarity on how to use the brush.

[@Angel.Kariba]

Just cut off my sisterlocks (had them since 2007) yesterday on my birthday...and was not looking forwarding to maintaining my afro...then I came across this video...1st time hearing about the curl sponge..searched other videos...this is best video for the Curl Sponge demo...and now i am excitedly looking forward to life with the short afro...this channel IS "life with the short afro simplified" ❤️❤️❤️

[@nyikabrame6022]

The side with ridges works better with hair that is a tad bit longer...but I absolutely love the effect achieved from the flat size!! Thanks for the demo!!

[@reneegriffin3998]

I just purchased my first sponge and thank you for your concise and detailed video. It was perfect and I was successful. Kudos on your presentation.

[@mildredmcgill]

Well done. I like the way you approached and presented the information. Informative and straight forward.

[@TheVanessapitts]

Your tutorial is very informative. I’ve always had long hair. I’ve had quite a few moments where I’ve cut my hair completely off to a short Salt n Peppa 80’s hairstyle. I cut my hair off once again because I’m tired of the chemical maintenance. Thank you for the advice!

[@Peecamarke]

Great job giving description of how long you do it and how far you have to be in your hair! THANKS for explaining both sides and what that means, hard to find videos explaining that

[@cocojuice1715]

Thank yooooou!!!! I did a big chop yesterday, but had no clue what the ridged side of the sponge was for. Thank you for this video!

[@LeonLegend84]

You have a wonderful personality! I ordered a sponge and will receive it tomorrow. Was just watching videos of how it works and came across ur video. Thank you, very helpful!!👍🏾👍🏾

[@A92CB7]

I actually like the ridged side better because it doesnt leave bare scalp spots on my head and my hair length is about the same as yours, this is only my second day using it, been using my hands for the past about 2 months, great video...thanks👍👍👍

[@MiaGangsta305]

Yeah the ridge side is better for us men

[@kelliew.4285]

Same. I did this today with ridged side and was wondering why it wasn't as defined. Well, I don't like the knotty, scalpy look so I guess I'll stick with less definition, although it reminds me of when someone doesn't comb out their hair lol

[@quartd2542]

@@kelliew.4285 Please don't say that 🤣 I just cut my hair off due to damage and I'm trying to get used to my hair this way. I got my edge control ready. If you groom yourself it shows.

[@irieprendygal]

You are beautifully natural!! Love it!

[@sherrymickey8101]

Just found your channel. Thank you for being so detailed.my hair is your length in the video,so your really helpful to me!

[@correyejohnson4392]

Thank you sweetie for this we couldnt figure it out and you saved me time a d headache lol keep up the good work you got new fans

[@stbarrons7020]

Try the ridged side again. Remember you cannot switch directions which is easy to forget when you switch hands. When you do you’re actually un-doing the twists. It’s reversing the curl pattern. You’ll get better results.

[@alexiaxcoco3420]

I used only the ridged side so far n my curls came out like the flat side demo...i came on this video cus i was wondering what the flat is about

[@jefe6431]

Do you go Clockwise or counter clockwise?

[@bettyokoh28]

Where can I see it to buy.

[@antionesmith4615]

@@bettyokoh28 I got mine off amazon, i can never find em in stores

[@lisamundy5344]

Extremely helpful video!! I’ve only been using the flat side. The ridged side might work better for me. Awesome video!! Thanks!!

[@ThaIceman2006]

Thank you, sis. Love & appreciate this vid. I haven't been to the shop since this quarantine mess & I usually keep a fade. Been almost 2 decades since I've had my hair this long LOL. Wanted to find a way to keep it halfway together so I copped the sponge but didn't kno what to do. Keep doing your thing! 👍🏿

[@eniolamoses7541]

girl, you really have very healthy and nice hair keep growing it out and taking care of it, is my advice

[@kaylynnhuddleston5533]

I live a twist sponge. My friend recently cut her hair and she used the large side. It looks beautiful.

[@mickeychar32]

Great tutorial! My hair is just a little longer would that be the problem in getting better defined curls? Is there any more products that you would recommend to define the curls?

[@nathaliea.6113]

I love the spiked side effect. I usually use the other side. Will try the spiked style from today. Thanks. Great vid! :)

[@mauricagonzales5893]

Thank you for taking time to explain and demonstrate the two. I was wondering the same thing. Why only the flat side was being shown. Two thumbs up

[@ellenmhango6858]

Thanks so much.After watching this, I tried using the flat surface of the brush but used different hair products and it worked.

[@natashahodge9753]

Thank you for the video. I'm thinking of using the sponge. I'd like to see eyebrow,lash and skincare vids from you also because you look amazing and so natural.

[@cavalcadecavalcade4750]

Thank you, because I never new about the sponge for hair and I was wondering why I wasn't getting curls,I know now.

[@miguelgil_photo]

Hello! I'm letting my hair grow up after years of getting it very short. I think that my hair tipe is between 4b and 4c, how long must be my hair to get those coils? Thanks!

[@reenp.5779]

I recently bought one for my 6yr old grandson and I used the textured side and the curls just enhanced very nice!😍 Today, I was looking at flat side and was thinking 🤔 hmmm…can I use this side as well? So, this is why I’m on your KZbin channel😁 Thank you for being so, informative as to “how to” use this sponge brush! Yours truly, NanaPanda California🌴🌊☀️

[@airjones45]

For dreadlocks the wavy side gives more uneven sized dreadlocks. My hairs a bit longer then hers and that’s what happened to me. It has more of a free form look but the other side made it look more uniform.

[@jamesl6090]

I’m subbed I’d been waitin for someone to explain this !!!!! Your an angel thanks have a good day beautiful!!!

[@Coratime]

Thanks for doing this video. I bought a sponge and didn’t know what to do with it. I was pressing down too hard. Your video helped tremendously.

[@rochellemcryans2825]

Your hair is so cute and I'm putting a curling system in my hair.

[@carmineistael]

You are so pretty - love the eye makeup and thanks for the hair tutorial. Time I started wondering what the different sides were for, I found your vid.

[@amyhobson5960]

Oh snap, all I can say is God bless you for this video, I also like the left side better. It's 2am and I can't wait to get to the beauty supply shop in the morning. You are beautiful and thank you thank you thank you.💃💃💃OH and finally someone with my length and grade of hair.

[@happinessisstartrek8466]

Thanks for this video! Just bought one and now I know what each side will make my hair look like.

[@kasibarsonng8604]

Thank you,you are the only person I 've seen who showed how using both sides will look like.

[@kelliew.4285]

Thank you! Very helpful! And everyone seems to use eco styler gel with this sponge but good to know I don't have to use that or gel if I don't want to. Definitely will try it with leave in and grease or mousse next time.

[@MumOfManyForTheGloryOfGod]

Can you please do a video on your skin routine because your skin is flawless!💯like I drink carrot juice every day and my skin don’t look as clean.youre on point 😁💯

[@cheriejones3965]

I need to get me one of these. It looks easy to do and I can manage my curls better. Where can I find this?

[@naielah93]

Thanks for clearing that up for me! You’re a wonderful instructor! Keep up the excellent work.

[@anmweyma3845]

Thanks for that. What products you use that the hair could be like this I have a haircut

[@_chosenone]

I always use the textured side because I prefer curls to twists. As she showed in the video the textured side curls but the flat side twists your hair rather than curl it. To get the best results, use a coconut oil based curling cream, I use the Cantu brand (I'm not advertising, it's just the only brand I've tried and it works so I stuck to it)

[@MyZ001]

Thanks! That's exactly the info I've been looking for. I mean seriously... Every article/video I've seen has talked about the "curling sponge", yet they all twist their hair. But, I wanted the curly style.

[@lisalewis6597]

I was wondering why the sponge was not working for me. I stumbled across this video. I have been pressing too hard and I was using the raised side. My hair is thick so I felt that I needed to used the raised side. I am very new to this process and was very intimidated by it. Thank you Thank you Thank you

[@robinivey4035]

I love your presentation. I use the sponge everyday but you brought it home for ,e. Especially the need for the dampness & the leave-in conditioner. Thank you! Keep it up pleade!

[@janelleallen6934]

Yeah I was wondering if I was using it properly.. today I used the flat side for change.. Thanks... awesome.

[@naomi6372]

Thanks for this vid, it was helpful. I actually prefer how the ridged side came out.

[@derekking2662]

Your video was so helpful because it clearly shows the end result of both sponge curl side and u so cute,keep up the good work. Your concept of showing result of both side of the sponge was a brilliant idea

[@admiralkiji]

How long were you spinning the sponge on your hair?

[@sheilabutler5968]

Melinda B Thank you so much, that really was helpful! I like the left side more.

[@moniquesmith5312]

I feel as though using that brush dries out your hair and gives it more of a frizzy look instead of moist/ with soft curls.

[@nadaraglowrious8714]

I don't like using the styling gel so that product that u use n your hair I need to find that one.

[@gerties.4427]

Thanks for your video! This was truly helpful. Just got a haircut and didn't understand which side of the brush did what.

[@alexbey3730]

Thank you so much. I just gave in and went short....4c hair. about your length. This video was very helpful.

[@tmanderson4589]

This was very insightful! I am newbie and did not know which side to use. Great content.

[@drey_scorchin]

Gracias for this very detailed explanation of each side of the curl sponge I plan to buy this product at rite aid soon to see how it works, a hairstylist this past summer told me I should use this product for my hair because my hair is curly and golden blonde 👱

[@mamamichael2408]

This tutorial is so helpful for me... Thank you girl..

[@marilynmason3335]

The fact that she has a normal grade of hair. This helps me a lot better. I can relate more. Thanks

[@constancejohnson3463]

Thank you so much for this tutorial. It really helped me. I will be using the sponge soon

[@JrsBoxivate]

How often should I use the curl sponge? Because I tend to use it quite often daily but I make sure that I put blue magic coconut oil in my hair before I use it. I just recently got mine but the more I use it the more detailed the curls in my hair become and how often should I wash my hair and fully comb it out again to use? Thank you for this video it really helped especially with the technique of using it softly on your hair in a steady circular motion.

[@sherickad7445]

Thank god for a video like this 🙏

[@Nabisoul28]

Big help thank you so much I just ordered the sponge so I have 4C here. I use the same styling product that you use and so I’m looking for something that looks presentable when you go outside so you’ve done a great job on your presentation. Thank you so much.❤

[@deannahudson-hockenbrock8590]

very helpful- thank you for using both sides!

[@boywonder8114]

Whats the name of it and what was the name of the stuff you put in your hair i like my hair curly but just back curling it its not like back in the days the hawaiian silky had my hair too straight the pro line worked for a couple days One chick told me do the liltle dreads but i like the curls do you recomend a kit for my hair or just what you used for curls

[@Lilfabo124]

Lol , I can’t believe I watching this She just seems cool and positive she has a good vibe about her

[@girlsixdiva]

How long does it actually take to do the entire head? Also, doesn't the foam absorb a lot of moisture from the hair? Foam hair rollers are bad for kinky/coily hair, so I am wondering how this foam brush would affect our hair.

[@primrosewilliams549]

I just bought the curl sponge two days now and learbing to use it - video was of great help

[@PrettyUnique90]

Thank you for posting this video. I was just wondering what was the difference

[@TheLifeOnHigh]

Thanks for showing both sides. I’m a guy and I prefer the ridged side because I like the more natural spongeFro look.

[@rozwynn2349]

Great video. Straight to the point 🎉

[@angelgeorge4637]

Thanks for this new to using the sponge.tbe spiked did nothing for me...

[@comejourneywithme7076]

This was a very helpful video! Thank you:)

[@ball3w740]

I have your same hair texture so imma go clockwise feel like that's what you were doing thank you Queen ❤️

[@reggiereupana3013]

do i have to use a curling cream or can i just use the sponge without it

[@chol7543]

Thanks, I've been wondering the difference, if any, between the two sides.

[@bealoved6550]

So I could use this sponge to start locs?

[@elineandreas5267]

Spongy stylist create a good idea for us with short hairs ,I doesn't require much time even,love it.

[@lsmith270]

Thanks! Just starting to use a sponge and couldn't find this comparison anywhere else.

[@evelynbrown2146]

Very helpful tutorial i tried using that same sponge it didn’t come out I will try it again any who I’m afraid to use the sponge often because my hair might come out with the circular movement of the sponge

[@follymarvelhadurah2925]

It would last for how many days... Before I apply another one

[@carolynyoung7543]

Too much! That exact one came in the mail today literally. I like it. I have less than an inch of hair and it works great. My hair is shorter than yours right now, can not wait till it grows to your length. Do you think the side which makes your hair less defined is not for tight twists but more for creating coils? The way it does not define your twists make seems like it would be easier to start locks.

[@patriciabrown8666]

Black queen 🤎🎉🙅🏽‍♀️ you look AWESOME with short hair!!!!!!! Both sides look GREAT thanks 😊

[@valgailjarrett]

Can use it on shoulder length hair

[@jeffrey8893]

Good video! Definitely answered my questions :)

[@hijostar9037]

Thanks alot cutie,you really helped me on using the sponge.i made one 2years ago and it didnt come out as nice✊🏾👍🏽

[@silvertrees6326]

How long does it take to get the curls with the sponge for the whole head?

[@crystalmurphy9006]

My hair has grown out some so what is the best side of the sponge to use

[@JanaiKirsten]

Crystal Murphy it’s a preference. for more defined curls I would use the flat side

[@qaidharris2610]

Thank you this was very helpful I'm only using the sponge to temporarily curl my hair for KZbin channel I'm starting myself was very helpful

[@clintonubawuchi3200]

thanx for the tip about only rubbing it at the tips i used to press down and it didn look how i wanted it to

[@kristinaparker5597]

Thanks for the side by side, I definitely like the flat side results better. I'm doing the big chop a few days before my birthday so this was very helpful. 😊

[@andredrayton5668]

I have this exact curling sponge, but every time I use it, it makes my hair turn into short dreadlocks. I have medium to long hair. I might just call it a day and pay to get coil twists.

[@bisousbb6691]

What oil do you use

[@simplyme9269]

Love how you showed both sides!

[@dionprice114]

Dangggg I love that look on you! I'm subscribing!