Steps to Begin the Curly Girl Method for Beginners

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[@GenaMarie]

All the steps and the products are listed on the blog post: www.getglammedup.co/2019/11/video-10-steps-to-begin-curly-girl.html

[@sa-ih3xy]

do NOT use devacurl, this woman made a video about it. it ruined her hair🤚🏼🤚🏼🤚🏼

[@giannahernandez1795]

Firdi Xox *deva* BUT YA AGREED

[@zortcaster]

Has Gena made a video denouncing DevaCurl yet? bc I know it’s awful and I’ve seen other curly girl influencers coming out about it

[@ALT-vz3jn]

They’ve ‘fixed’ their problem from 2019, even though they haven’t admitted to anything. Their products are safe to use now (as long as you clarify on a regular basis) Wave Maker is my favorite styling cream, I recently bought a couple of tubes from Sephora and haven’t had an issue with them.

[@Leighos]

Someone please tell me if a video exists which actually instructs you how to do the curly girl method. This is a whole video telling us about other videos she had made. Argggghhh I just want to know what to do 😩

[@alexis.555]

I HAVE THE BOOK 😜😜😁😁😈

[@Urfavamazinghotbrowngirl]

I know right? I cant find any vids, they all just repeat get a big chop, no heat, no shampoo with sulfates, etc

[@rsncrllvea]

Here’s a curly hair routine for type 2 hair, most of these tips are the same as the curly girl method. She also shows what to do : kzbin.info/www/bejne/g361oGCpmt2Kmqc

[@cuttugirl7629]

I’ve just started this method and It’s hard. My hair looks soooooo good in the beginning after I’ve styled it. By the end of the day all my curls have lost their nounce and definition.

[@creator343y2]

You just have to spray some water on your hair to revive the curls!

[@haileywideman871]

Same, it becomes frizzy and has zero volume, so frustrating

[@seerchannah102]

You can mix 1 part conditioner and 1 part water. To refresh your hair. What products are your hair to style it? I have high density fine hair. So I can not use a leave in conditioner under my gel. If I do, when my hair dries, my roots will be frizzy. I don’t use a creamy styler. I use a gel. The ones I love are the tressemme bouncy curls or Garnier pure and clean gel. Both are curly girl method approved. Don’t apply your gel to soaking wet hair. You use more product and you get more definition if use your gel on damp hair.

[@seerchannah102]

Also if you refresh your hair, scrunch your hair toward your scalp. This will encourage your curls to clump.

[@bluebabyeyes21]

If you just started the method, dont feel that if you are doing something wrong. Your hair will frizz and not last much, because you are still transitioning. Your hair is still unhealthy. It's going to take some time to achieve the long lasting curl. I've been natural for 4 yrs and it took me about 1-2 yrs to get a healthy actual defined curl. Trust the process.

[@elizabet8264]

my hair is soooooo confusing..... when it's wet it's so pretty and curly but as soon as it dries it literally just straightens..... 😭😭😭

[@diminiegohomeyouredrunk8175]

JustElizabet try use products,also try Air-Drying

[@ughhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhr]

Maybe try a diffuser or holding gel

[@Vanessa-ph1or]

Use a spray bottle with water and re wet it again...keep doing that through the day....to keep it hydrated eventually the curls will stay in place when dry once it’s fully hydrated...also add some type of oil as well I use sweet almond oil....

[@reemabouhamda901]

Don’t brush ur hair after it dries that could be why

[@isabellavalenti4149]

Mine is the other way around lol

[@christakent9720]

Thank you so much!! This is exactly what I was looking for, I'm so excited to watch all your other videos! I've been needing help with my curly hair but feeling so overwhelmed, and you explain it all so well.

[@lesleyweaver8898]

I’ve watched your first “Curly hair for beginners” series and love this one too! Thank you 😀

[@GenaMarie]

Thanks! Hopefully it wasn't too repetitive, but wanted to make a video where everything is simplified and in one place :)

[@SueRosalie]

@Briana Aparicio Pina you can't change your genetic curl pattern

[@cjolie888]

i’m new here but can i just say... you’re so pretty 🥺 and that hair evolution !!!

[@clubmint3590]

you're so pretty!!!! thanks for the tips, will def watch more of ur vids :)

[@rhianna5842]

Omg, I just found your channel and I have a feeling I'm going to be binging it.

[@livdelima6132]

Great video with lots of great tips. Definitely recommending your channel to a co-worker who I think can benefit from your videos. 😊

[@cathrinepedersen1138]

I have been the Queen of frizz as long as i can remember. Tried out the Curly Girl Method and boom.. My hair is wavy! Didn't know! My mind is blown! I allways wanted wavy hair like Shakira and i had it, just did not know.. Can't wait to learn more and take care of my hair❤

[@swollfirehouse]

So helpful:) Thank you ☺️

[@christinemadrazo6755]

Thanks for sharing this, Gena.

[@juliamayne6818]

Thank you !!! So helpful. Have a great day !!! 💕💕

[@stefanieblanche2748]

Olaplex no1&2 is very good for more curl definition

[@Meteroa0703]

I got this prodect that I didn't know had silicones and sulfates in it because it was called dimethicone and I was using it a lot more because of summer and I'm back to Step One.

[@alexiacyr7203]

thank you for the website! just found out the new shampoos and conditioners i’m trying out (ogx biotin and collagen line) aren’t curly girl approved!

[@marlenerivera9936]

Hi Gena your videos been very helpful and I love how simple you explain everything on your channel. I learned the rake and shake method to define and style and I love it make a hug different in my definition you should try it blessings and happy thanksgiving 😉😘

[@GenaMarie]

Thanks Marlene! Happy Thanksgiving! Next week's video is all about different styling methods using just 1 product! Can't wait to share.

[@victoriajustice1311]

U have such a wondrrful voice and style of talking to listen to

[@melymoreno979]

hi !! i don’t know if you will see this, but i’ve been trying to get my hair back to a healthy, naturally textured state. i’ve heat and chemically damaged my hair for most of my life so my current hair is just a frizzy, dry, wavy/straight mess. but everyone in my family has a curl pattern and i know i have some type of texture because i see it in my hair sometimes, and i had loose curls when i was little. i’ve been watching your videos for a couple days to see where to start with transitioning my hair and i really like the tips you give. i’ve tried some of them and they actually help! all of the products i used to use have sulfates, silicones, and alcohol, so i went out and bought a curly hair friendly shampoo and conditioner. i ended up buying texture id coils detangling shampoo. i would say i probably have 2a or 2b hair, at the moment at least, so i’ve been wondering if buying a coily hair product was a mistake. since i’ve started using them and doing other cgm techniques with my hair, i’ve noticed that my hair is definitely improving. it’s silkier, it doesn’t look so dry anymore and my curls are slowly starting to appear. but since changing my shower products, i’ve noticed my hair looks greasier way quicker and i’m wondering if i should return the products i bought and replace them with looser curl products since my hair might not be compatible with coily hair shampoo. i also don’t want to be weighing down my curls with a heavy coil shampoo if that’s what i’m doing. do you think i should change my products? if so, what 2b ish products would you recommend for a beginner? thank you, and i love your videos a lot!! 🤍

[@giannahernandez1795]

mely moreno try masks and wear bonnets to bed or silk pillow if you wanna go to next level make sure to not use like staticky shirts or jackets also get some split ends cut of I did the big chop because it was just sooooo damaged and last but not least rock your hair! No matter what it looks like be that bitch that people look at and say wow she is confident and if people have a problem guess what? THATS THERE PROBLEM! And that’s on what? PERIODT!!!(lots of love hope you fin that “perfect hair”j

[@tuffasnailss8111]

I know most of these still apply, but any extra tips for someone with a pixie cut? My hair is kind of frizzy and it's not wavy but not quite curly either. I want to be able to wear it curly again but I want it to actually look nice lol.

[@LambVan]

Looking forward to get into this. So hard to start a hair routine. Especially as my current focus is I have so much hair that is falling out. What's the best way to prevent all of this 😬

[@GenaMarie]

It is very tough! There are several things that claim to help with hair shedding, such as apple cider vinegar rinses (I show how to do that in my video on How to Clarify), and tea rinses. I need to do a video on it, I just don't have all my research done yet and haven't found a tried and true tip just yet.

[@LambVan]

@@GenaMarie So glad it's a real thing. Thanks for taking seriously and doing the proper prep!

[@seerchannah102]

la vanM i would be very careful when using apple cider vinegar on your hair. I used it 1 time on my hair, it made my hair fall out. I did that 1 time 8 years ago. Apple cider vinegar is way to strong for hair. I use a tea rinse to stop excess shedding. The one I’m currently using is Amla and cassia tea rinse, but your can use black or green tea. After you rinse your hair with the tea, deep condition your hair.

[@auntieeebang4829]

New subs here love it!

[@LifePlanner365]

Some shea moisture has drying alcohols in it, just as an fyi

[@kelenaraujo1919]

Hi Gena, I have been religiously watching your videos as someone who is transitioning from relaxing her hair for over 10 years. I took your recommendation and went through all my products and got rid of those that didn't fit the curly girl method. I was wondering if you would be able to recommend the basic products needed to begin the journey and those that would be nice to add over time. The reason I ask this is because going through the videos there are many types of products you use and I'm not quite sure which ones are absolutely necessary versus the ones that are nice to have. I don't want to go out on an expensive spending spree to get a whole bunch of products that I may not need/like. Would really appreciate a list if you could! Thank you!!!

[@s_ben4678]

Tnx girl 💋

[@margaritaroa8826]

You are adorable. My hair is just like yours good tips

[@kamaljotkaur9187]

Hey thanks for sharing this. I’ve a ques. I’m a doc so I can’t leave my hair open I need to tie them in a bun or braid. Can u pls suggest some hairstyles that won’t affect my curls

[@giannahernandez1795]

Kamaljot Kaur try a 🍍 maybe half up half down and just play around with hair styles make up hairstyles but the key is not to do it tight also try no gel because it can like keep your hair in the same form until you wash it hope it helps❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@MightCinnamonBread]

Does it work on men and also my hair is straight ya think I can get waves?

[@Missemilie97]

I’m here because I got a perm today and I’m NOT happy 😂 hoping this will save me 😂

[@victoriajustice1311]

I always wanted to have curly hair!!

[@ughhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhr]

It wont make your hair curly if it’s straight so if yours is straight then I’m sorry lol

[@char5874]

aha i’ve always wanted to have straight hair :|

[@Jezebel066]

Can you brush hour hair? Before washing? I can’t not brush my hair...

[@monzi3125]

Hi

[@jennyk8124]

As a Canadian I’m struggling to find a good diffuser. I currently use the devacurl blow dryer with diffuser attachment but then nozzle always falls off :(

[@audreycerda1449]

I could focus on anything all I could remember is how she has on a video on that too. I guess this was more of a guide to all the videos she posted.

[@mondayedits17]

I have to use T/Cel due to getting itchy like psoriasis on my scalp. Any suggestions?

[@clairebear5005]

i have to use that too i don’t think it has sulfates. if it does i recommend only using it every other week

[@kathleennoelle7693]

I can’t cut my hair!! Any tips? @Gena M

[@janettemorales8259]

I know your not supposed to wash you hair as much and to not use products with sulfates and when you have your wash days that’s when you follow the steps but I’m just wondering how do you style your hair when it’s not your wash day are you still following just the same procedure just conditioning your hair but rinsing and then following the other steps? I Hope that made sense... I also have a question about brushing... As for me I personally get huge knots in my hair and my hands just don’t do. Would you happen to know any suggestions?

[@xXMissBrainDeadXx]

Wet brush and brush in the shower when it’s wet with conditioner in

[@Lovele13]

Thanks my hair is fine and fizzy dry

[@eggtarrt4152]

PLEASE do not use Devacurl

[@ishika6164]

why? please tell ..

[@jj-yz9sg]

Ishika balsamanta Devacurl can damage your curls

[@fffirewolf3959]

@@jj-yz9sg wtf is devacurl

[@deannawalker3071]

how common is it to have different curl patterns? The top of my hair does not curl well, while the bottom is probably 3b curls!

[@larkluvshorses7631]

How do you know if your hair is actually curly? Mine is super and thick, but the short pieces curl and create ringlets on their own. is my hair just too heavy and long to curl?

[@SueRosalie]

was it curly in your teens? Do you have to straighten it? It's not possible to be unaware of having curly hair! People struggle with curly hair their whole lives. If you have extremely long hair of one length the weight may be stretching out the waves. The solution to that is to have a dry curly cut, with light layers and shaping

[@kellygardner808]

Can I still do this method if I have to use heat on it like 2 or 3 times a month because I’m a cheerleader

[@GenaMarie]

Of course you still can! Are you able to wear your hair natural? There's so many cute hairstyles with natural hair where you can wear it up :)

[@jennimontalvan]

These are great tips but what am I suppose to do ? Like step by step ?

[@creatrixcorvusarts876]

Can you still color your hair doing the CGM?

[@justleelee6852]

After you put all your product in while it's wet, can you put it back up in the tshirt to pull the wetness out?

[@SueRosalie]

yes you can and just apply more gel after "plopping" with the t shirt if needed

[@stefanieblanche2748]

Would blowdrying the hair with the Dyson Airwrap be also damaging?

[@irishprinsses]

Hiya! Dysons only heat to 110 whereas hair starts to really damage at 150° so you should be okay 👍

[@slixg999]

I know this is is a late comment and you might not respond but I was wondering what I could do with my hair since only the front half gets curly and the back is wavy mixed with straight.

[@karlanizhoni5748]

Slixg i have the same issue. only the front part of my hair curls and the back is straight ish:/

[@oscarthagrouch]

ugh me too.

[@abigailgopher3043]

Do water soluble silicones require the use of sulfate shampoos?

[@humi191]

Abigail Gopher they’re water soluble so u don’t need sulphates to get rid of them :)

[@humi191]

But any kind of silicone will block any type of moisture getting in ao products will be useless and build up on top of your hair instead of absorbing... hope I helped :D

[@madeleinelaumann7068]

Hey hey, isn't your bonnet going off during your sleep? I bought one, but the next morning it is completely off my head.

[@araleighrane2548]

It's been almost a month and nothing changed and i realized i have been doing it wrong

[@caterinabee5063]

Is aussie a good curly girl approved shampoo and conditioner?

[@GenaMarie]

Unfortunately they're not silicone or sulfte-free

[@janinedear-barlow]

The difference in your hair!!!

[@beetastik8219]

Didn't people start losing hair after deva curl?

[@sunshinesoldier2915]

My hair has almost gone completely flat in just a few months. Hopefully this works!

[@sunshinesoldier2915]

L- 1485 no

[@tabotato466]

How often do you need to condition

[@GenaMarie]

Deep condition once a week if you’re transitioning from heat damage or have dry hair. If your hair is healthy, deep condition a couple times a month. For regular conditioners, use those after each shampoo when you’re not doing a deep conditioning treatment.

[@Bri9282]

I want to start using CGM, I’m realizing my 2b hair is struggling and it’s all because of the products I’ve used my whole life. But...can people on CGM still straighten their hair from time to time? I used to wear it straight for years. Do I still have the option to straighten? Do I have to do anything to prep or jump back in to CGM after I straighten?

[@dominique573n9]

Briana Grim if you are following the cgm you can’t use any hot tools so no straightener at all even one time damages the progress

[@ellacardona8243]

I say no cuz only if you are trying to get your curl pattern back and give your hair life again then heat is not the best way to go however whenever you get ur curl or wave pattern back and your hair is healthy again 2 to 4 times a year is okay.....but if you are flat ironing you hair once a month your hair journey with take longer to get your curls back........I say no heat but that's my opinion.....and if you get tempted to use your curling iron or flat iron give it to someone or don't let it be in your reach so you don't get tempted to use it.....I wish you the best of luck!!!

[@michquijano9605]

My hair remains frizzy, dry, itchy and flaky after 6 months of following the CGM. Am I hopeless? :( I ended up have it pony tailed.

[@SueRosalie]

it means you're doing something wrong - the wrong products for your hair texture; or overwashing, or using too much and too many products. Dial it back and start a simple routine. Get a copy of the Curly Girl Method Handbook so you understand the principles.

[@tylerdinershul1810]

Does this method work for like wavy hair my hair is like 3 inches long it’s just wavy can I still start this method to get curls as it grows. HELPPPPP😭

[@sunnyswan330]

Yes honey u can start cg method and it will make u happy 😊 i have 2 A waves and it works for me

[@DianaGarcia-v1d]

Oh ok so I only had 7 products for my hair and I did the curlbot wedsite and non of my products are curly girl approved I am literally over here crying cause I pay for my stuff and like non of the products I bought work and I only have 6 bucks sooo yeah

[@kateclontz8377]

Try suave you can use their $2 conditioner

[@hersonsosa6407]

What happened if you dont know what type of hair you have

[@SueRosalie]

it doesn't matter - you only need to know if it's fine/med/or coarse (each strand); and thin or thick (density i.e. number of hairs on your head) and if very porous due to bleaching, or normal porosity

[@kathygoebel3248]

The hair bonnet you wore in this video is not the one you linked down below for the 20% discount

[@GenaMarie]

Can you clarify what you’re looking for? Do you mean the Hair Repear towel? That’s the only 20% discount I know of. For the satin bonnet i sleep in, I don’t have a code, and i linked to one on Amazon on the blog post.

[@kathygoebel3248]

Gena M when I clicked on the link, the bonnet had an elastic band and in the video was a solid straight one. I like the straight one if it ties in the back

[@kathygoebel3248]

I like both of them so I bought both ❤️

[@dimfke_]

my hair used to be quite curly but now its straight and frizzy :(

[@katelynpratt197]

Me looks at all my Moroccan oil products, oh crap

[@janinedear-barlow]

You look a lot younger with no makeup.

[@thecousinsforlife7476]

Do not use devacurl if u want to know why go to ayeshamalek KZbin channel

[@GenaMarie]

This video was made before issues surfaced with DevaCurl. I made a video with the alternative products I’m now using: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iIfTm5WdjKuVgJI

[@nobuddy3097]

Curlspot- website

[@mandalorian5122]

Im here, because today when I washed my hair they weren’t straight like always. My hair are straight,wavy and curly.And I dont know what to do with my hair.I tried brushing it out,because I thought it was a funny messy hair style,but my “curls” keep coming back.And I look like a sheep or a pudel.I will try to do the curly girl method Edit:I found out I had curly hair as Baby.

[@ouiouibaguette8609]

to anyone reading this comment: i recommend miss jessie’s cultural curls IT WORKS SO WELL

[@racheljohnson2544]

DevaCurl made my hair fall out and killed my curls 💔 definitely don’t recommend

[@lizgerman1238]

My eyes bulged out when she said D word...DEVA. Nooooooo.

[@jejwbwiwjwb4532]

0:52 4:58 5:51

[@hannahd5582]

They need to make straight hair method so now I watch these and try not to do this

[@Pen_name]

Curly hair typically looks greasy and crunchy.