Starting your curly hair journey? WATCH THIS!

Starting your curly hair journey? Watch this! Whether you have wavy hair, curly hair, coily hair or kinky hair these are my favorite tips for starting your curly journey.
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[@nickilove20]

I honestly love you so much, such an inspiring soul, and insightful. I’m starting my curly hair journey and big chopped this month and what I needs to hear was to let go of expectations and to stop comparing, after I started doing that things have only gone uphill. Thank you ❤️❤️

[@JannelleOShaughnessy]

Nicole Jorge yesss! It is such a freeing feeling! Only up! ❤️❤️❤️

[@hedgehog0856]

I agree so much!!! I've been comparing, and hoping my curls would magically behave and form up like someone else's. I'm slowly embracing that they have a mind of their own and are gonna do their own thing.

[@purrrfectblood]

Things we are going to stop: 2:09 Heat & Chemical Styling 2:40 Sulfates & Silicones 3:48 Terry Cloth Towels 4:35 Cleansing hair daily Things we are going to buy: 5:46 Clarifying Shampoo 6:49 Sulfate Free Cleanser 7:01 Silicone Free Conditioner, Deep Conditioner, Leave In, Co Wash, Gel 7:30 Satin Pillowcase Things we are going to do: 8:30 Get a Trim 8:46 Learn about our own curl type 10:13 Research before we try & buy 11:07 Practice application methods 12:04 Scalp Massage 12:41 Join a curly community 13:50 Let go of the expectations

[@jenniferb.7589]

Thank you so much! Makes it so much easier to come back to the video and look something up you're not sure about

[@angelaoop4671]

things to stop:heat and chemical styling,sulfate and silicones,Terry cloth towels,cleaning hair daily. things we r going to buy:clarifying shampoo and conditioner,deep conditioner, cleanser,leave in,cowash,gel satin pillow case or a satin bonnet. (all silicone and sulfate free) what we r going to do:get a trim,learn about curl type,research before we try and buy,practice application methods,scalp massage,join a curly community,let go of expectations. yw

[@preetidas9511]

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[@alternatereality9901]

Preeti Das thank you for summing the video up this actually really helped

[@asharani7860]

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[@IvaCosic]

This is the first video about curly hair that mentions things sistematically. I really appreciate it. Other youtubers tend to jump around the topic which sometimes makes it hard to follow, but your way of explaining was amazing. ♥

[@heatherreisinger13]

I Can't stand the satin pillowcases so I wear a satin bonnet at night and in less than a month I saw the frizzy "trouble areas" drastically reduce.

[@nomadchica]

Hi Heather! Will you include a link to the type of bonnet you use? I don't like satin pillowcases either. :)

[@rileyg.3405]

For me it’s the other way around

[@abcd1539]

@SomethingReallyStrange you can try sleeping in a bonnet for a month and see how it goes :)

[@abcd1539]

@SomethingReallyStrange it will probably reduce frizz but I am really not sure about the greasy part

[@longyarn4288]

@SomethingReallyStrange - You may actually be washing it too often. It will take time to transition but try to add in a day to your routine. If you're already going 2 to 4 days between washes, you may need to try deep clarifying once a month to get rid of build up. Also, apple cider vinegar rinses once a month will help to both get rid of build up and seal your cuticle which will increase shine. These are all steps I did when my hair was straight, before menopause. 🙄 Remember, frizz is curl waiting to happen! 😁

[@inotafa3739]

Thank you so much Jannelle!! It took me years to accept the beauty of my curls and finally wanna wear them loud and proud!!

[@lindatami3939]

Its been so amazing to finally see your channel grow and you getting the attention your high quality content derserves, loves from Germany

[@SuperMonalisa2005]

I needed this video sooo bad! After 28 years I finally decided to stop fighting my curls by straightening it all the time and am starting to embrace my hair as it is- curly. I seriously didn't know where to start so THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU! Love your sense of humor

[@deannewasleske6230]

Yes! The hardest thing to do is accept the curls on my head and not try to make them something else. I keep finding new things out about my hair, and I'm so glad I found this video! Thank you!

[@shanisevenn]

I left my hair for YEARS after straightening every day, bleaching and coloring my hair, etc. and I FINALLY got a haircut today. It was down to my waist but after getting rid of all the dead ends and dry grossness it's about your length. This video is super helpful I cant wait to try your tricks!

[@liznavas4037]

You are so beautiful and I love your sense of humor. You’re videos are amazing! Thank you for helping me love my curls ❤️

[@Mia-qt4th]

I have exactly your hair type and love your personality. Do you know how long I have wrestled w my hair and always wanted long straight hair, not realizing how beautiful my natural curly hair can be! So happy I found you Janelle!

[@CrystalMartinArt]

You are just the cutest curly Girl on KZbin I've ever seen! Ur personality is just so beautiful it makes you shine! I enjoy your videos. Thank You! Keep shining!

[@jocelynmontes6476]

You are so gorgeous you have such a beautiful personality. I’m so excited i’m starting my curly hair journey and this one of the first videos that i’ve watched for guidance. I’m going to trust the process and patiently wait because in the end its worth it! Thank you 💓💓

[@phaness_876]

There are so many curly girl youtubers but I love how volumised your curls are.

[@shondiaevans12]

Jannelle- great “how to video” Looking for falling in love with my hair again! Thanks for sharing and educating all of us out here.

[@cleomasius228]

Thank you so much for all the information Jannelle. I'm so glad I found you approximately 1 year ago. I love that you are so passionate and really appreciate all your effort. Your Facebook group is so lovely, kind and helpful.

[@JustJasmine24]

I’m about to hit my one year mark next month on my curly hair journey! This is very helpful for anyone who’s starting off

[@beckahcruz7463]

Love love love this video, been doing CG method for 8 months already but this video was still super helpful! Thank you Jannelle!

[@lnwhite0315]

You are my FAVORITE curly! Thank you for helping me start my journey! Also we have very similar hair with low porosity and curl type so you are my go to curly girl! Thank you!

[@JannelleOShaughnessy]

lnwhite0315 awww I am honored! Thank you so much for the love and support!

[@jm.kindhearted]

You're amazing! I'm going to start my curly hair journey right now! I believe that I'm in the same category as you Jannelle. I have low porosity and I need moisture in my hair. Seeing your hair before your curly hair journey looks exactly like how my hair looks like now. I cant wait to see my end result ❤❤❤❤❤

[@SonyaLemon14]

I’m obsessed with your channel, I found this channel yesterday and I’ve just been binging these videos!

[@DDRandDSLover]

Awesome basic overview of the important things to do to start the curly hair journey! Definitely need your last point of letting go of expectations. I’m only on my 2nd day and I’m already putting such high expectations on myself because of wanting instant gratification, but yes, I need to remember this is a process!

[@eloisegodfrey1423]

Where have you been my whole life!?! Today starts the journey so thank you 💓

[@CynthHahn]

I'm fairly new on my wavy hair journey. This was a great video. Thank you for all the great tips.

[@amykoch6059]

Thanks for the beginner info Janelle! I’m in my 4th month of CG and have more frustration days than not 😩 but I’ll stick with it and hope it gets better! Sheldon is adorable ♥️

[@rspetersen2013]

Janelle, I watched this video about two months ago at the beginning of my CG journey. I re-watched it today and am so glad I did. So many things I did not understand before make so much sense now. You did an excellent job of putting a lot of info into this one video, but I was so ignorant before I did not understand it all. I would advise everyone to watch this video a few times to give yourself time to let it sink all in. :)

[@lillylover7]

I'm just preparing to start my curly journey and I found your video so helpful!! Thanks for the great content!

[@Jcregent11]

I really liked your curl description using your hands!! LOL I love your videos. They make me happy.

[@lsat9602]

Love your positivity and enthusiasm! Thank you! Xx

[@heatherreisinger13]

I started my Curly girl journey in September and this video would have been Amazing to have! I hope it helps so many people!

[@lauescolar93]

this was soooo helpful cause im new to the and it feels like omg its so overwhelming all the things you need to do.. this made it sooo much simpler

[@thecomeupwithray6608]

finally found a creator with my hair type! YAASSSS! new subbie!

[@andreafuentes2254]

Thank you for sharing your curl hair tips and products!!!

[@kendrawright6334]

Love ur videos! I’m doing a “halfsie” version of curly girl method and it really has made so much difference in my hair health and curl...and hello 4th day hair! I’ve loved several products you’ve recommended as well. So wish I was close to San Diego for the event. Come to Houston!!!

[@KeilaC22]

I need your energy in my life girl. Thanks for the helpful video

[@stephanieg2000]

I took notes! I'm hoping this helps my journey. Thank you for a clear message!

[@liv4curls946]

💕💕💕 great video - thanks for all you do for our Curly community

[@callmeblt6325]

Your lighting is making your eyes look glowing

[@nadaalfares6492]

Thank you so sooo much ! This video really helped me a lot . I learned so much!!

[@allysonsullivan1989]

I’m starting and have been loving all your tips! Thx

[@alixcolgan4961]

So informative! Thanks you for keeping it simple!

[@IyannaBogden]

Another wonderful video! Thank you Jannelle ❤️

[@_sunset_352]

This was so hopefully for also your Facebook group is amazing thank you for bringing so many curries together ❤❤

[@jillkaarlela]

Love your videos!!! this was really helpful I have just started my curly hair journey

[@lipeebodarya3065]

I love watching your videos on instagram! I started my curly hair journey few months ago but I still have so much to learn. Your videos have taught me a lot and they give me so much inspiration when I feel like giving up!

[@lipeebodarya3065]

oh and my instagram handle is @lipee_b :)

[@julesgarcia5854]

Thank you for keeping it real!

[@nomadchica]

I love how methodical and thorough this video (and the rest of your videos!) is! Thank you for the information. I would love to see a video that goes over the different application techniques, and the circumstances/hair characteristics that tend to be most amenable to each technique. Or maybe you've done this already? Thank you for another awesome video!

[@scooterpie980]

You are hilarious and so real! I love your doggies too! Thank you!

[@moviesmag]

Hey, Jannelle! Great video! I am a newbie curly-girl and am beginning my journey. An auburn ringlet headed little girl with blue eyes morphed into a brown very thick, wavy haired, green eyed lady. Who knew? After fighting with my hair for umpteen years, I gave birth to a ringlet headed daughter. People would look at her, look at me and ask, where does she get her curls? A few delusional people actually asked if I curled my 2 year olds hair! Oh, yes! That’s our Mother/Daughter bonding time! She kept her curls pulled back into a tight bun until, at 13, after watching a Julia Roberts movie where her curls free & I convinced her to give it a try. The reaction at school was sensational! Compliments galore, time saved not fighting with her hair but the best was taking pride in her curls. My curls started making a S L O W comeback after menopause. I noticed hairs at the base of my neck were curly first, then it started to spread. I ended up with straight hair on top until my ears then curly the rest of the way down. AGH!!! After years of spending countless dollars getting my hair blown dry straight, being afraid of humidity (I live in FL) and terrified of rain, I knew it was time to see my real hair. I was shocked how curly my hair was just on its own. Now my grown daughter was counseling me on the curly hair movement and how to get started. So, now I’m following the spiraling brick road to the Land Of Locks. Waiting for my package with all my new goodies to arrive, I’ve been researching, reading and trying new methods like wrapping my hair around my fingers after putting in an obscene amount of leave-in conditioner. To my surprise, my ringlets are returning mixed in with s’wavy curls. I cannot wait to see my reflection a year from now after traveling on my journey and truly embracing what grows out of my head! I look forward to watching videos, finding groups and using that awesome looking head scratcher because, damn, my scalp itches! 💋

[@alicemac89]

I just started my curly hair journey on Tuesday, and just requested to join your facebook group today. I was going through my pictures and realize I haven't had a profile picture featuring my naturally curly hair since March of 2013. 7 YEARS ago. My poor hair :( Thank you for sharing your journey with us and for all your advice. I am going to learn how to love my curls.

[@paulinebambalos4863]

Thank you for your video Janelle I have been fortunate to inheret thick curly hair down past my button, I have an inch cut of every 2 months my hair just grows as quick. Bought products today next satin pillow case. Again thank you thank you thank you, kalimera from a Greek lady ❤️

[@christinelewis6557]

Great video, very informative and thorough but not drawn out! 👍

[@juligrlee556]

I am thankful that I found your channel.

[@scrubs4everr]

This is so incredibly helpful! Thank you!!

[@taylorbennett3373]

Thank you for sharing your tips. One thing I would recommend would be to check out the book "Curly Girl" by Lorraine Massey to learn about the curly girl method!

[@shawnaleemoreno8471]

And great video by the way... love the quote and thanks for all the good info 😁

[@anniekruger4036]

YAS CURLFRIEND YAS!! Love these curly tips! Thank you thank you!

[@jenniferp30]

Thank you so much Janelle!!!!!!

[@leslieseibel8554]

Your curls are beautiful! Terrific video.

[@aislingcooney1371]

This was really helpful :) thank you ❤️

[@jessicataormina8833]

You can also find the satin pillowcases at Marshalls and TJMaxx.

[@karmakomodia]

New Subber. Fabulous Channel. I have struggled my entire life with what I called my 'Q-Tip hair. Frizz galore. Fuzzy head. Learning so much from you. Thank you.

[@catherinemitchell5260]

Such great videos!!! All the info!!! 🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@jeancambra8036]

i am new and I am truly impressed. You are informative and I enjoyed all of the suggestions and direction. I am going to buy my satin pillow now.

[@veralimpens7600]

I am seriously addicted to your channel and insta. Everything in this video I already know but I watched it anyway 😂 You rock, xoxo Vera from the Netherlands. 🍀

[@imperfectlass6985]

This motivates me ! Thanks! 😘

[@marycuevas5266]

Great Video! just starting out about a month and a half out. tnx for the great info!!

[@kinziesaxey9626]

@kinziesaxey Thank you for this video!! I was wanting to give up because I’m frustrated with my lack of results and the overwhelming amount of information. This was VERY helpful! Thank you for giving us curlies a platform ❤️

[@Burgundysky]

You have helped me so much in my journey! It feels so good to wear what naturally grows out of youre head with confidence! Thank you for all youre help!!!

[@JannelleOShaughnessy]

Waiting2soar13 you are so welcome ❤️

[@kkochismile5813]

Woaaahhh it’s weird that I have just searched up how to care for my curly hair and this video was just uploaded 10 mins ago??

[@JannelleOShaughnessy]

kkochismile I am shocked that it was searchable that quick! 🤯

[@thejonnynation]

Thank you Janelle...you are SO funny, and full of great tips, thank you! XxXxX

[@kamilepozeraite]

Love your channel and your IG,! So useful!

[@rociobaro1231]

Gorgeous 😍😍 thanks for your videos!!

[@christinemadrazo6755]

Brava!! Thanks for sharing.

[@kristinecox3743]

I love your laugh and giggle!!

[@maddyivanoff7883]

Literally paused at 8:25 and bought some pretty, dark green satin pillowcases online. That was the most convinced I've felt in a long time 😂 Excited for bed tomorrow night!!!

[@haughtongal]

I want to thank you 🙏 for all you do and for being so real for all us curlies. I have been doing the cgm religiously since January or February 2018. My hair is in its own category...aging + health issues. I get the product thing figured out, the DevaCut and all and then my hair goes through something else. It’s a constant study, almost, trying to figure out what’s going on. Sometimes I feel my Hair doesn’t measure up for me to be posting selfies of myself but gotta do it to keep up with my progress(??). Love you Janelle. Grateful, @judyscurls.

[@shellysbitsofteaandbeauty4953]

Love it all Jannelle ❤️

[@curlsandtwirlsfordayscurla6638]

@curlsandtwirlsfordays I love all you videos. Thanks for teaching so much and spreading the love!

[@lelewoodm]

omg my hair looks EXACTLY like your before picture lol that’s so awful. thank u for making this video ❤️

[@cassibrown2225]

This is an amazing starting video! Wish you had made this two months ago 💓 but so glad it’s here now 😍 and just so you know, you are funny 😜 it’s one of my favorite things about you! Thank you 💕

[@JannelleOShaughnessy]

Cassi Brown I’m glad the two of us think so! 😂 do you have any questions or what you could use help with now that you’ve started! It was suggested above to do an intermediate video and I think that could be fun.

[@cassibrown2225]

Oooh that’s a good question! You have so many videos that cover pretty much every bump in the road so I don’t know! I’m anxiously waiting to see your vlogs and videos from your haircut 👀👀👀 but I’d love to see some diffusing tips & tricks or comparisons of blow dryers and other tools for curly hair. That sounds weird the way I typed it out but maybe like a diffuser quick start guide! I know there’s a ton out there that people love and hate 💓 I also love routine videos 🙃

[@denisemadera7574]

I learn so much from you It’s amazing Looooove

[@baileymathis7209]

You cracking yourself up with the teacher voice makes this so enjoyable to watch hahaha

[@amaryllis6774]

@cfvetkid from instagram here to say I love your videos! You've been immensely helpful during my CG journey. Thank you!!

[@liliavilllarrea1373]

I’m confused I just notice all this curly hair..on you tube and I’ve always wondered why I can’t just leave the house without straightening my hair or doing something to my hair I have extremely frizzy hair high volume but now I noticed that it’s super dry...I really can’t do nothing with it. So I started researching about hair and came up to all of you guys..the curly hair girls..I’m not to sure but I think I have curly hair..So I’m just starting this journey I’m hoping it works for me.. 🙌🏻😉😁 but Thank you so much 😊 you have been extremely helpful 💕

[@kierasaurusfrost]

Just read your comment and I’m curious to know, do you have curly hair?!

[@longyarn4288]

Frizz is just curls waiting to happen! 😁

[@tudormiller8898]

Hi Janelle! I love your curls. I'm a brand new subscriber watching from London.

[@juliaarnold1078]

One thing alot of people might not agree with is that not all healthy hair is low porosity. When i started out on my “curly hair journey” about 4 years ago I just used products from the drug store that had the word curly on them and didn’t care much about the ingredients. Then I went to a curly hair specialist and she spoke about how low porosity is good and high porosity is bad. I then started doing everything a low porosity girl would do, even though I knew my hair was high porosity and it had a really bad impact on my hair health. When I went back to this stylist she told me that is was just my hair adjusting and when it’s truely healthy it will be low porosity. I followed tips for low porosity hair for over a year and it COMPLETELY DESTROYED my hair. It was always frizzy, broken peices sticking up from my crown and I couldn’t retain any length.Since following tips for high porosity hair my hair has become so much healthier and longer. This included using butters/waxes/silicones and brushing my hair when it is dry. I think the curly girl method is great and you have no idea what you’re doing but if it doesn’t work for you, you really shouldn’t keep doing it.

[@gabbil596]

Your hair is beautiful and your videos are so helpful! This is random, but you favor Claire from Outlander! Very beautiful!

[@mayramilanes8166]

So inspiring.. been wanting todo this journey.. Coming from Instagram

[@kelley_stoll]

Love your videos Jannelle! Could you identify some items that are cheaper that work for those of us who may be on a budget? Thanks!

[@rebeccaromine5208]

I wish I could make it to your event in San Diego! Have fun!

[@lyzettevega1234]

Great info.!

[@arwaalrabiah7345]

Just entered your competition on instagram I really wish I can win this💗💗 My country doesn’t have much curly friendly hair products and I really want to win it so I can embrace my curls and show our community that having curly hair is beautiful and doesn’t make people ugly and less wanted

[@hannahwhite9439]

I need an intermediate video and course 😂 I've stopped all the bad things and am trying new techniques. But my hair is making me crazy 😶

[@spieterman3065]

Same!

[@JannelleOShaughnessy]

Hannah Bogart is there anything in specific you could use help with? I actually really like this concept and if I can gather some content to put it together I will!

[@hannahwhite9439]

@@JannelleOShaughnessy I know it sounds silly, but I'm having trouble understanding what my hair needs. I watch a few youtubers and they say they you'll learn to listen to your curls, but I think mine don't want to talk to me 🤦‍♀️ my hair is just very unpredictable and its frustrating ? I love you btw 😍😍

[@JannelleOShaughnessy]

Hannah Bogart love you too! Haha have you seen my curly hair problems video? If not it might be worth a watch, I break down my thought process and assess my curls. Also the protein video breaks down certain signs. You don’t sound silly. It takes time to “get it.” If we all understood our hair language from the get go we wouldn’t be here!

[@michellestratford9753]

Me too!!!!

[@SummerChild89]

Lovely curls ❤

[@kholoud8659]

13:45 you are the funniest and the sweetest 😍 many thanks for your help and support

[@JannelleOShaughnessy]

Thank YOU! ❤️❤️❤️

[@kholoud8659]

​@@JannelleOShaughnessy can you please shear with us all the applying methods that you tried to apply your deep conditioner? I cant understand my hair the curly last one day or few hours only once I sleep or put it up it gone. I read about that mean the curly need more hydration so I tried many mask noting work but when I tried shea moister deep conditioner my hair hold the curly to the second bay but not more than that. I'm using stain bellow-case, satin lined cap and heat deep conditioning cap. my hair mix of 3a/3b

[@staciasnow3330]

My biggest issue is that I have to wear my hair up and in a hair net for work. My hair is thin and I don't have a lot so I have a lot of breakage! I use one of those scrunchy less damaging hair ponies and that has helped!

[@guzelberfingunduz4425]

Thank you 💜

[@nettejean5912]

Just found your channel today. Going to Subscribe! You hair looks like my curls except my hair is frizzy. Lol. I need to start being healthy with my hair.