To scrunch out the crunch, scrunch your hair upward again with either your hands with a little hair oil or serum on them, a cotton t-shirt, or a silk/satin scarf. Here is the effect of the CG method before and after SOTC:

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Maintaining Your Curly Hair

It’s extremely important that you give your hair a few weeks to adjust. Years of improper care can’t be fixed right away, and your hair may look even worse for some time. Be patient, and remember that you don’t have to give up shampoo cold turkey. Use a little bit less each time you wash, and pair it with the conditioner to make the transition easier.

To delay the wash day and make your curls look great till the next wet to dry styling process, you’ll need to learn to preserve curls overnight and refresh them in the morning. Here is a little inspiration showing that well-defined waves and bouncy curls day after day are perfectly achievable:

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Once you’re settled on the curly girl journey, find a great hairstylist to support you. Make sure to find a hairstylist that is properly trained in cutting your hair type and uses the right products for curly hair. Thus, get your hair trimmed every four to six months in order to remove any dryness or damage that could weigh your hair down. Also, follow curly hair Instagram influencers for inspiration and troubleshooting tips.

Although the Curly Girl method is quite universal, some modifications help to better adapt it to wavy hair or natural hair wash & go styling. After using the method for a while, feel free to experiment with some steps and stick to the routine that works best for your hair and lifestyle.

Advertisement It might be useful to remember that the CG method allows styling your curls to perfection, but you should feel compelled to do so each time. As long as you use the approved products and limit heat styling, the magic won’t be broken and you’ll be able to get perfect curls whenever you want to.