Protein Moisture Balance for Wavy Curly Hair -- Moisture Edition

[@brandyjustice4899]

Who else thinks she should go on tour and help us fix our hair. I’d buy that ticket for sure 🙋🏼‍♀️

[@musigalglo]

She has consulting sessions available via video call

[@gailsbookishthings5191]

@@musigalglo How do you sign up for that? 😀

[@musigalglo]

@@gailsbookishthings5191 not sure - maybe check her description box for a link to her website?

[@PookieSandwich]

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[@zoimpas1266]

I feel like curly girl method is a whole university

[@ikindoflikemangoes4951]

@Phoenix Gael but why though, doesn’t sound like a healthy relationship to me.

[@vickyw520]

Your explanation always makes more sense than any research I do.🙈 🤷🏻‍♀️ Thanks for this! 😘 Can't wait for the protein part. 😁

[@ibsqueen]

Vicky W still waiting on the protein part 😭

[@alexandriabrown642]

I didn't think I needed to worry about protein. Then I watched this video...and the next day my waves refused to form. Long, flat heavy things. I did a protein treatment that night and my hair drying time was cut in half...in half!! This might make continuing the CG method doable. Thank you!

[@slaterson9986]

I can't thank you enough for this extremely well explained lamens terms chemistry lesson on protein vs. moisture - it is exactly what my engineering brain needed to hear! Not only do you tell us why the products are good, when you use them, what they do but also why you recommend them. That's the perfect combination of information!

[@ableybearis7080]

Really needed this. When I started taking better care of my hair, I bought a keratin leave in conditioner. I knew nothing of protein and I ended up with protein overload without knowing what was happening. A lot of my hair broke (alot!) very noticable hanging sections when I wore my hair in a ponytail. That was a year ago and i still struggle with breakage mostly from accidentally using protein products even tho I thought I checked the ingredients list!! They are so sneaky. I also have fine wavy hair too so I was surprised I experienced this. This is exactly what I was looking for. You are so good at explaining hard to understand ingredients. Im very excited to use my newly found knowledge.

[@ekk218]

Courtney, I'm about 1 month into my curly girl transition. My naturally board straight hair started getting curly after I had my children. I'm tired of fighting the frizz! So, here is my dilemma, I've watched so many of your videos that now I don't know what products to use. You recommend so many different ones. I've bought the Giovanni line and just received my Tres Lux in the mail yesterday. I'm not friends with my hair yet so I don't know what makes it happy so I'm not sure which products will work best. This is HARD WORK!!!!!!!!

[@Goldie71]

ekk218 I’m with you!

[@lornaj6042]

Manes by mell has a good video similar to this (this one is better for info and her one is better for visuals to understand the info) you mix and match the moisture/protein products depending on what your hair needs and the type of hair you have

[@petrichor_dreams_]

Having equal parts fine and course hair makes frizz a life long struggle. My hair is never truly frizz free

[@danielle8199]

Symone Jasmine Relatable 😩

[@kawiiakitten6105]

ME TOO

[@stuckinthelazycorneragain4016]

I essentially never used any heat tools, i can count the times i used it on one hand. My kryptonite was hair dye/bleaching 😖 I feel like so many curly/wavy girls used heat tools and no one ever talks about dyeing/bleaching. I only used that and my hair was baaad. I feel like it’s even worse than heat because bleaching actually changes the hair cuticle permanently...though I can’t say for sure if one is worse, they’re both bad. Moisture for me, was a game changer.

[@ErinBrookes]

StuckInTheLazyCorner Again I was the smart. Big hugs ❤️

[@kathleencatlett9378]

Striking the right balance is really fun when you have most fine hair, but a sections of course gray hair.

[@burtnh88]

Totally struggling with this!

[@NitrosMom074]

That struggle is soooooo real!

[@julieklie2344]

Now your talking! Also the pink scalp peeks through the white grey on the crown . I take hair/nails vitamins , have stopped all methods of adding color, except white powder made for the scalp.

[@mirahb.9713]

You spittin way more facts than someone with my hair type... you da plug fr😭👌🏾

[@zazzybandzofficial]

Those hand movements! Love it. You're always fun to watch.

[@SwavyCurlyCourtney]

Zazzy Bandz haha I’m working on my editing. And my silliness! Lol

[@crkrnc]

You have made this journey sooooo much easier! I still am overwhelmed with the amount of products

[@cindyms.1237]

I figured out that my fine hair was starving for moisture because I have been going overboard with the protein. I bleach my hair so I thought I was doing the right thing for it. I'm on week 1 of quitting the protein products for now.

[@autumnathena5257]

I wish I was this dedicated to my hair! I’m sure myself and my hair would love it and look great but this all makes my head spin!!! 🥴 😵

[@smartismarti4049]

I'm not sure how many more products I can buy right now before my husband gets upset lol BUT I jumped in to my transition without learning about glycerin or protein/moisture balance so I might need to try some of these other products.

[@jamiesculley]

Thanks for your fantastic explanations! At the beginning of my cg journey I used a lot of moisture and it looked great, but over time it didn't. Then I realized that I needed to use protein. It's been interesting learning about this balance! Going to watch your protein video now! 🧡🧡🧡

[@danielladejesus8287]

I have straight hair but my 3 girls have curly hair. Thank you for the information. I recently started watching your channel and others. My girls will thank you. Subscribed and following on Instagram.

[@kaitlynholm9619]

Courtney, I love how clear and well explained your videos are! You’ve helped me so much in my curly girl journey!

[@alexdnda]

Omg this is just the video I needed today! Have been thinking the past few days that my hair has been looking limp and weird. Lo and behold, both my co wash and leave in have protein!!! Thanks so much for reading my mind and posting this 😊

[@jamiebowden4707]

Thank you for the well researched information!! You make life so much easier for us curly girls trying to get it right!

[@kdseim]

This was interesting! My hair is on the more coarse side and it LOVES protein!

[@SwavyCurlyCourtney]

Interesting!!!!

[@amandalatchaw9686]

As a student just starting her hair journey but also studying chemistry, this video was very informative and engaging! I like that you give your viewers the knowledge to take their hair care into their own hands. Knowledge is power and beauty 🥀

[@kristinlauver3902]

Great video. The only KZbinr I take notes on while watching!

[@karenodunlami9711]

Great video! I am new to CGM and loving all the research I have been doing, and watching videos like yours! Stay blessed!

[@denisel9790]

Thank so much for this video! Grateful for all of the information. You’re a gem!

[@jolenehurtado1363]

You have the most beautiful hair I’ve ever seen 😱😱

[@ClaudiaSofiaNarciso]

Thanks for the video. Kisses from Portugal. And thank you for all the help on acepting my hair! Love U

[@godblessamericamyhomesweet1094]

My hair is fine and any amount of extra protein turns it to absolute straw. I'm still transitioning though, so I'm hopeful this will balance out and I'll be able to use all the products that have piled up. 😭

[@Lily_of_the_Forest]

Denise Shannon my hair is fine too. I’ve been using aloe vera juice spray (start w/ 50/50 juice & distilled water then up to 75/25). Heard aloe vera has protein. Then I use a moisturizing cleanser & deep conditioner weekly. So I get both protein and moisture. Can’t use heavy gels or creams since my hair is so thin/fine and my skin breaks out. Aloe is so light it doesn’t weigh the hair down and skin-gentle not causing break outs. Give it a try. Not expensive so if it doesn’t work, no dig deal.

[@SeLiii122]

Why is the CGM against silicones? Yes they coat the hair but so do butters, oils etc. and both have to be cleansed out of the hair with sulfates (not the very harsh ones, I agree on that)

[@domoniquedickens9193]

Hey Courtney! Have you ever suffered with Protein overload specifically? Would love some tips and tricks if you have! Thank you - love your videos. They are so helpful and informative! x

[@CrysalisUnfurld]

I can relate to your straight forward explanations & have subscribed! Please do a girl a solid tho; I’m totally distracted by your camera going in & out of focus…maybe try sitting in front of your ‘family’ sign so your camera isn’t struggling to focus on you both??

[@RS-jl3us]

Love the sweater! Nice touch :) thank you. Simple but it gets the message across :) its encouraging to see!

[@emilyc7369]

Thank you for addressing this. I honestly never thought I could over moisturize my hair because of how dry it had always been (due to heat and chemical/relaxer damage) but after over a year of doing CGM I have FINALLY experienced my hairs moisture limit. I was so thrown off and I felt completely unprepared. It was pretty scary actually because it was breaking so easily and I lost my curl pattern completely. My curls that were always 3b spirals suddenly had random right angle bends in them, it was stringy as all get out, and it felt mushy/gummy. This started for me in December 2019 and I’m still healing my hair from it. It is much better now that I’ve paid close attention to using products with some but not too much protein. I really liked the rice water rinse that you used too! I also have fine hair so I think that’s why a lot of your tips are helping me even though I have a tighter curl pattern. I’m slowly but surely getting back to balanced hair yay!!!

[@RoseFairbanksauthor]

Thank you! This makes so much more sense than what I was finding by my own research.

[@peggyw172]

Congratulations on reaching almost 34K subs! I've been away from watching your videos due to the holidays. Hope you had a wonderful Christmas! Happy New Year!

[@samanthatorres4762]

You answered the questions I was literally asking yesterday 😂😂😂😂

[@Goldie71]

My fave hair guru 😍 please do a uk version as most of the products you list are not available in England 🥴😩

[@micaelapeart7424]

This is awesome! Thank you! I would love to see your opinion on some bar shampoos and conditioners. I have been loving Ethnique’s wonderbar conditioner!

[@jessicasamson6940]

I love your shirts, Courtney!!!

[@shawneepierce704]

How do you know if you need more protein or if you are using too much protein?

[@elizabethcarroll8526]

This must be what I'm doing wrong! When I first started CGM (a little over a month ago), my hair got curlier. Now, the curl has decreased. I thought using products that had a mixture of moisture and protein would be helpful, but maybe not. My hair is more tangly and frizzy. I detangle in the shower and when I take my turbie twist off, my hair is tangled up again! For reference, I have been using NYM Curl Talk shampoo and conditioner, and their Grow Strong leave in, and I'd say my hair is medium with some fine and coarse hairs thrown in.

[@palestar828]

So it's not good to use products that have a mixture of moisture and protein? I'm confused on what you meant in this comment??

[@elizabethcarroll8526]

@@palestar828 I can't remember anymore, I'm sorry :/ I don't strictly follow the CGM anymore. I know it's good to use products that have both, but other times it may be better to use one that has more protein and other times use products that have more moisture.

[@TheGamerGiiirl]

I sweaaaar you read my mind and then make a video on the questions I have

[@amym.5960]

I now own about half of these products (collected over the past 3 months), thanks largely to you. :) I have ended up loving the Jessicurl shampoo, DCT and Spiralicious you mention, and the ecoslay Orange Marmalade has become a favorite, too! Lately I've been layering the EOM with Spiralicious and a little mousse on top. (I don't know if gelgelmousse is a thing but for me it is. ;)) I've been experimenting with the Giovanni Direct Leave-in. I have fine 2A/B hair and like you I only use a tiny bit of the leave-in. It does seem to help now that winter weather is here!

[@zombii3kill3r]

Yesssss. I was googling protein all morning!!

[@rl1552]

Hey Courtney thanx Dear for the amazing information ...plz cud u list all tbe products mentioned here...plz plz coz was unable to read the products names on the screen....shampoo,conditioner,leave,in,deep conditioner,gel & mouse.....will really appreciate if u do so.🤗

[@misslittleamerika]

Does anyone know what it means if you wash and condition your hair but it feels like you have a sticky coating on your hair after it dries, especially at the base of the head? I have tried all sorts of different shampoos and conditioners and I can’t figure out the problem. I am currently using the Acure pumpkin and Aragan oil duo. I do not put any other products in my hair after washing. I also do not have hard water. I am constantly having to use a clarifying shampoo to get my hair to feel somewhat clean. I also noticed there is ‘gray gunk’ that accumulates on my combs and brushes.

[@isabelmoran6735]

I can count with one hand the times I've had heat on my hair in my whole life and my hair still looks damaged 😔

[@nina.harr1ngt0n]

Same!

[@ashleykravec1903]

Same

[@Kayyy8585]

SO helpful. Thank you!

[@saphira968]

Hi Courtney! I Love all your videos! Is there any products you recommend for oily hair during the winter? During warmer months my hair isn't so oily but as soon as it turns cold it is so bad I feel it needs washed everyday though I don't and use dry shampoo for a day. Any suggestions to try I will try. I have pretty fine hair.

[@c.2290]

Cant wait for the Protein Video😊😊😊

[@therebekahg]

I seriously want to cry. I'm over my hair. I have no idea what's wrong with it. It is insanely poofy and not defined but like I've tried protein and moisture and it just looks poofy and gross all the time... and it didnt used to..I'm about to go back to straightening

[@kawiiakitten6105]

Literally have this breakdown once a week…

[@vanessagutierrez6470]

Hi there this is curly girl method aprobé? GIOVANNI Smooth As Silk Xtreme Protein Hair Infusion Thank you so much for your help. Blessings!!! I love your hair!!!!

[@kdseim]

I'm watching this for like the 4th time, LOL! I recently had someone tell me there are big proteins and smaller proteins. If there a certain one that is better for hair?

[@melissaquezada146]

I believe silk proteins are smaller in size and they are better able to penetrate the cuticle.

[@palestar828]

Hydrolyzed means the protein is broken down to better penetrate the hair shaft

[@hazyaurora5356]

Wouldn't moisture overload be better described as (the hair) being protein deficient? Idk, but to me it just makes more sense that way.

[@dianashepherd6062]

I'm at the point now that I'm just about ready to give up on the whole thing. I've been trying CGM for over a year now and there is absolutely no difference in my hair. It's still as frizzy as ever and nothing I've tried has remedied it. I've come to the conclusion that I either have to have frizzy, curly hair, or smooth it with a curling iron. And my hair was not damaged at all before starting. My hair is half gray, never colored, and most of the time air-dried. So the gray is probably the biggest culprit but I'm not going to start coloring just to have smooth hair. Oh well!

[@NintCondition]

You should be called The Hair Doctor.

[@christysmith5211]

I just purchased all of the protein products you recommended. Looking forward to feeding my hair. One of the best curl days came from a moisturizing face serum. Way to expensive to ever do again.

[@palestar828]

A moisturizing FACE serum?

[@partlyironic]

I need some help from ANYONE out there! I do NOT understand what my hair wants at the moment! It feels kind of crunchy and wants to go frizzy but feels super soft when smoothed out...i am using all moisture only products though nothing seems to point to needing less moisture right?

[@justreallyshort7098]

Sounds a bit like moisture overload, maybe try using a protein hair mask?

[@catherinem6368]

I love your jumper! ❤

[@SwavyCurlyCourtney]

Thank you!

[@lyss389]

Thanks so much for making this super helpful video!! Do you have another video that mentions more of your favourite protein-free deep conditioning treatments? Possibly something not too expensive and can be found in Canadian stores?

[@kawiiakitten6105]

Not ur mothers curl talk deep conditioning curl conditioner! Under 10$ at CVS

[@lyss389]

@@kawiiakitten6105 thanks! I wish we had those where I live. It’s pretty limited. Walmart & London Drugs basically

[@razelcomia9136]

Been watching you for the past few days. Just started regaining my curly hair. #curlygirljourney Btw, i like your jumper. :)

[@helpmetosleep]

Wait, the second pic example looked great. Did it not hold waves, or feel strange or...? My hair today looks like the first, waaa

[@tiffanikeyes4269]

Courtney, your videos are so informative! Thank you! Trying to figure out if I need moisture and no glycerin....or what. I just ordered the deep conditioner and will be clarifying/rice water/ deep conditioning this weekend. Can I clarify twice in a week?

[@kimberlyanndy672]

This is true, protein heavy products in transition has not helped 😓

[@silkegabrielle7779]

Do you know if they renamed the Acure conditioner? The only one I find now is Acure Ultra Hydrating Conditioner - 8 fl oz.

[@diannaparrott2623]

I have fine low verostiy 2a hair and my hair has been frizzy since my journey ...so I am looking for protein in my routine.

[@palestar828]

Verosity???

[@BlackLabMama]

What's the difference between the Curl Keeper Original in the purple compared to the green?

[@cerenyuce3968]

Heyyyyyy Courtney Help please :( , I live in Turkey. Unfortunately, none of these products are available in our country. And my hair never gets as moist as I would like. Even though I have curly hair, it always gets wires and goes out.. Whatever I do doesn't work. How can I moisturize my hair naturally? Please help. That's why I can't love my hair. :(

[@Alexa-gw5pm]

So are humectants and glycerin good for overmoisturized hair in the winter then so it will zap the extra moisture out?...🤔

[@lildebbie86328]

I love your shirt!!!!!!!❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@SwavyCurlyCourtney]

Awe, thank you!

[@samanthasick4594]

When will the protein part come out? And can you offer your opinion or a review on the redken CAT protein treatment?

[@samanthasick4594]

This products is I checked on Curlsbot

[@samanthasick4594]

Just cause a brand isn’t usually CG friendly doesn’t mean all their products aren’t

[@stellatorgy8414]

Well done! Very helpful!

[@SwavyCurlyCourtney]

I am glad this helped!

[@juditgarcia5447]

Someone give this woman a science degree

[@blossomecho132]

I have to put a lot of both in my hair. My hair gets so parched

[@patsyjohnson601]

I had a bad experience with Olaplex was sold wrong thing and it dried my hair out bad then I tried different masks and it didn’t help got drier ? I seen a girl with protein over load on line my hair looked like hers ? I have fine hair which is weird .. I’ve been doing masks with proteins in them.. never had this issue. Usually protein works good with my hair ? What’s a good shampoo, conditioner for moisture but doesn’t weigh your hair down ? One that doesn’t have a lot of protein .. I have some perm not natural curls

[@SwavyCurlyCourtney]

Oh no! I would try Jessicurl!

[@patsyjohnson601]

@@SwavyCurlyCourtney thanks have you ever had to much protein on your hair ?

[@stuckinthelazycorneragain4016]

The little laugh you made after saying you drink water and not oil killed me lmao Such an odd and adorable sound 😂

[@Pamcreatesjournals]

Thank you, great video

[@Star-dj1kw]

Great video

[@irinatabrea523]

Thank You for informations.

[@annasmith6090]

So if you can feel build up on your hair from protein and you do a moisture heavy wash, it should feel normal again? I'm afraid that's what I've done and it's like there's so much waxy buildup that didn't even go away after using a SLS shampoo

[@SwavyCurlyCourtney]

Anna Smith waxy buildup is way different than protein buildup. And waxy buildup can be incredibly difficult to remove. You may have to do two different clarifying washers to get it off. I would use the suave daily clarifying shampoo, then the Inahsi clarifying shampoo. One has SLS and the other has C14-C16 olefin sulfonate (which is a magnetic build up remover). Then I would deep condition the heck out of your hair. And go product free afterwards.

[@annasmith6090]

@@SwavyCurlyCourtney thank you so much for the advice! I'm struuuuggggling lol... For the future, what does protein buildup feel or look like?

[@chase5525]

Ive been using a super strong keratin and biotin loaded rinse out conditioner and my hair has been sooooo happy. I still use stylers with protein after too, am i just stupid crazy protein deficient?

[@3bRanchMom]

Chase following, waiting for an answer to your question...

[@rebeckajohnfors4972]

Should be avoiding al humectants if the due-points are to hie?

[@SwavyCurlyCourtney]

NO! Not all humectants are as efficient as glycerin. Some humectants in your hair care products are a very very good thing. Without them your products would have no power to hydrate your hair.

[@rebeckajohnfors4972]

@@SwavyCurlyCourtney Thank you!

[@rachaelvanhouten3381]

Such an informative video. (This was the first video I've seen you post that had a LOT of focus issues. Maybe you switched cameras or recording mode?)

[@nadias7736]

I stumbled across your channel and I’m so excited to learn more about my hair. Do you happen to know why my hair follicles would get sore every day after having it up? My hair is thick and curly, but I brush it out and put it in a bun for work. I find myself having to wash it everyday just to get some scalp relief. When I let my bun out, my hair is soooo sore. Is this because of the curls/thickness? Thank you!

[@beautywearsboots6458]

There is most likely tension on your hair follicles, and you're probably also tender headed. If your bun is very tight, the tension is coming from pulling all of that hair into the bun with enough force to completely eliminate your curl pattern. Adding product to hold your hair back is also adding weight and your scalp is taking all that abuse! If it's a looser messy bun, than it's probably just that you are tender headed and have thick, dense, heavy hair that's pulling on your scalp. Doing this to your hair a lot can cause tension alopecia, which is a fancy word for hair loss from pulling on your hair too much. You can try some lower manipulation styles like braids, or securing your hair back a bit looser with something like an invisibobble (phone cord hair ties) or a satin scrunchie, as these are much more gentle on your hair

[@Bri9282]

I have the same problem. I have tried a pineapple the last two nights and my scalp feels sore in the morning. It’s odd because I have always sleep with my hair going up above my head (so it should not be a sudden change in direction, if that makes sense), and I am making certain to make the pineapple very loose. I do have heavy hair, so I have never been able to wear a ponytail and the rare occasion I wear a bun it has to go straight on top of my head so it isn’t pulling back. My mom has this same problem. The struggle is real!

[@palestar828]

Putting it up all the time? Thought that would be obvious

[@angiewelch7389]

Thank you so much for all this information

[@tabithalewis5942]

rice water?

[@samgrest5860]

i dont mean to hate on any way but this is very common misinformation... hair donest need water at all, that IS scientifically backed up... .3. too much protein is a thing but moisture-proein never was! have a nice day

[@samgrest5860]

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[@jackydoggie]

👋

[@barrbbiieeelovveeezz]

So do you have a degree in some type of science because it just seems like you do

[@suicidalpotato9235]

You look like a cute giant holding these small bottles

[@palestar828]

Lmao

[@carmencitadavis3751]

As much as you know about hair, your hair you should have healthy hair down to your ankles

[@alejandraramos2506]

You do know some people like having shorter hair right ?

[@HeatherNakoal]

🤯🥴

[@Sofilomsa]

You have the most helpful video for hair care that I have ever watched and I watched tons of videos thank you so much 🙏❤️