Hi guys, just a note on this video. We're focusing on beginner friendly curly hair tips. Maybe it's just me but I sort of get turned off when I see too many products in a video that's supposed to be beginner friendly. I will be making more videos ofcourse. Videos using different leave in conditioners, oils and mousses. For the past 5 months this has been my routine. It's been simple. It's had minimal steps. It's really interesting to know that you guys don't mind a routine with more steps. I guess it's time for me to buy a few other products and test them out and give you guys more options.
Hi Michelle, y should u not apply coconut oil to maintain yr curls and also promote hair growth . I oil my hair little by little everyday and then wash with cg products. Is that fine ??
I had no idea about hygral fatigue! Thank you... very informative video of refreshing hair during the week without shampooing it to death and damaging it.
I LOVE YOU SO FREAKING MUCH! I never really knew that my hair could look this good 😭i have wavy hair but i alwayw used to straighten em. Now never! Im in love with these curls
Since starting my curly hair journey about maybe 3 to 5 months ago I have started making hair oils. Studying different hair curl types and giving them to my girlfriends. You know, when one of us gets it we all get it. I have always been of that mindset and it has been quite helpful for myself and others with retaining shine. Also to see some definition since I'm still in the beginning phase. I'm trying to figure out what is the best products for 2B - 3A. I am currently using LUS products, the shampoo and conditioner and all in one for wavy hair. I'm not overly impressed with all-in-one product anymore it doesn't seem to hold my hair much at all. I am going to get a continuous water spray bottle and some of my oil and also some of the all-in-one with water and see if that will help on my refresh days. I'm so encouraged watching everyone's videos ❤️. I'm really trying to figure out how to get the beautiful clumps of wavy/curls
Hi Carrie. It's so lovely that you're blending oils at home. I have a video on oils that are best for hair based on porosity. Might be worth a watch. It's so lovely that your friends get to sample your blends! What a kind gesture. If you're in the UK or in the states, you could check out the Umberto gianini gel or the dipity do girls with curls jelle. They're hard gold gels that really work well to retain definition. Even a foam or mousse could help with hold. I think Not your mother's curl talk line has a mousse that curlies and wavies seem to love.
Thankyou very much for sharing it with us. Bcz i was vry confusd of the whole vdos on utube . U are using minimal products and it really works on u n beginners lyk me.. before watching ur vdos i thought that it was not at all affordable.. am now at my 3rd month of the routine.. am vry much confident enough aftr seeg ur vdos tat one day i will attain what am dreaming.. ur vdos made me confident 🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗
Thank you for the kind words Shikha! There's no need to go into a routine with too many products. Sometimes less is more! I promise you will have your dream curls one day! ❤️
Hey , very” refreshing “indeed .. all the techniques would be most helpful to most people . Very nicely edited & shot as well .. we are here to support you as always 🤟🤟✌️💪💪
i have literally damaged my hairs so badly for my 21 year life trying to make them look straight😑 recently understood that they are actually type 2b curly and very very happy to find your videos...will start this method soon but for now i really wanna say that your voice and way of explaining is so damn good..like the calmness and the soft music..plus those in depth details that you give❤
Michelle you are so pretty and thank you for your lovely contents as it has helped me understand my hair porosity and fall in love with my unmanageable curls .. love from Kolkata
Hi Michelle, love the way u explain.Can u please tell whether I can use products in my daughter's hair?I have never used any products in her hair other than oil,still her hair is not shiny. Can u specifically tell the products to maintain curly hair
i found your video very calming, informative, and different from the usual. kudos. i also had a query - is it ok to leave in the conditioner, without washing it off?
Wowwww...first time i got this super idea how refresh yur hair without wash...thanks a lotttt....i will try ths method frm now on....is it hair serum good for hair nd how use it in curly hair???
A cg friendly hair serum is great for the hair. You can watch this video. You'll see how I use serums on my hair th-cam.com/video/Xyf3mYx4B6I/w-d-xo.html
Hloo , I have been watching your cg videos . I have wavy hair and iam thinking to maintain that curls forming in my hair . I want to start cg routine . Can you suggest me what products to use ? And iam a student so I need to comb my hair to put up my hair . What will I do ? How can I start cg ? Plzzz reply
I learn something new in all your videos❤️. Can you tell how different those enliven gels are? Green one you said, has the best hold. What is the benefit of red one?
How do you carry or wear your hair in between the wash days or refresh days? For eg day 3 you need to head out for errands or to the doc or any place where you don’t need your hair look good :) Or for that matter every day errands.. groceries, kids, park, gym etc
Good question! Have a look at my log video. I show you what I do from day 1 to day 7. I very rarely refresh. Only if I have something big happening that day.
Hey thanks to you.. I just started my curly girl journey ❤️.. Tho I have really short hair, the shampoo, conditioner & gel you suggested are perfect for my 2c #curls. Can't wait to refresh now the way u showed! #easysteps. The best part is it just takes a few minutes & some patience 😜
@@karimallamdeepika1235 no it isn't. This is one of the first videos I ever shot on my channel. I had only one cg conditioner as I was beginner to curly girl method. I saw and read that it was common practice to use a normal conditioner as a leave in. Following which, my research got stronger and deeper. I made a video on whether it's ok to do or not. Please have a look. th-cam.com/video/FTqHrsDPVBc/w-d-xo.html
Hi .Love from Bangladesh...i have a question...As a muslim i have to wet my hair everyday during shower.. so after shower ,to define my curl should i use hair cream everyday?? Thanks in advance
They all give a good cast. the gels have a level on them. The red is a level 3 hold. Blue and Orange are a level 4 Green is the strongest being a level 5
It's day two , I lost most of the curls , as I slept directly without using any bonnet , should I clarify and start again today , or should I damp my hair and apply gel again ?
I've been watching your vids and I love that you're so precise and make things so easy to understand, I appreciate it very much. I knew about hygral fatigue but wow I thought it would only happen if I washed my hair too often, and I just realized I refresh everyday! How do you not do that? I mean my hair looks a mess every morning! I only wear a pineapple in a scrunchie through the night, maybe I'm doing something wrong? Do you do something to your hair on no-washing/no-refreshing days?
My hair is manageable on non washdays. On days when it looks frizzy i use a serum. I have a video on serums and how i use them. Maybe you could have a look. :)
Hello, it was felt really nice watching your video. It was very informed and detailed. Since I also stay in Kolkata and I workout daily, I wanted to ask you something. People say that we should wet (not shampoo) our hair everyday if we workout daily, because of the sweating and to get rid of the build-up. Do you agree, and would you recommend wetting the hair daily if we are working out?
Getting your hair wet everyday will cause hygral fatigue. I mentioned it in the video itself. I also have a detailed video on my post workout refresh that might help you out. Feel free to take a look.
May I ask u something... 🌝 As u said You r not combing ur hair every day... And u are styling just with hands on the other days... U won't experience any hairfall.. Even a single strand??
Hi Michelle. I love your content. Keep it up. Can i give a feedback though? It would be nice to have shorter videos rather than an 18 min video. It motivates us to watch. Cheers!
Hey!!! Thanks so much!! I use room temperature water to refresh. The hot vs cold water myth was busted a few years ago in the curl community. As long as you're not using boiling hot water, it won't damage your hair.
Hey shraddha, the wow conditioner is not a leave in. But I had read articles on how it's ok to use a normal conditioner as a leave in. There are leave in conditioners available in the indian market. When I was starting I was a bit concerned about price point. Now that I realise that one bottle of shampoo and conditioner have lasted me months, I'm not as concerned with the price point aspect of things. (I'm on month 5 and still on my first bottle of shampoo)
I have a video on the topic that you can watch. It explains the issue in detail and why we've done so in the beginning of our cg journey. th-cam.com/video/FTqHrsDPVBc/w-d-xo.html
Same texture hair, but i have to wash my hair every other day or sometimes 3 days. But since its summer, i be sweating more and my scalp will need that wash.
Nice video for beginners but you said you don't wash your head for one week so i want to ask that, Is that okay to keep hair gel on hair for one week? Doesn't it harm our hair? Please reply
Normal conditioners won't cause s trouble if i leave it on .. rt? Actually i want to start cgm and i am constantly watching your vdos for acquiring more and more knowledge about cgm.. as i am a bit scared.. btw i judt love your hair and how you carry it 😍
Hi dear...hope you noticed that i am watching your videos on loop😃 I have a doubt here. If I plop my hair , i am not able to get gel cast....and if we keep it for 30 minutes, doesn't it absorb all products?
Actually plopping gives you an amazing cast. Because it holds the hair in a scrunched up position, in the process the clumps form a thin layer/cast of gel over it. If you're not getting a cast, there are 2 reasons for it. 1. You're not using enough gel 2. You're styling on soaking wet hair. Wring the hair out before you start styling. I showed this in a recent video. Youl get a nice cast.
I am new to cgm. Started jus one week back.. So my doubt is.... Us it ok to refresh every day. Bcz my hair will become frizzy on the same day itself 😁😁.. May its bcz I'm new to the process.. Soo.... Pls help
Your videos are really good and helpful...please share your latest hair wash and refresh routine...i am using arata advanced curl range but i am finding difficulty in detangling my hair🥲😰 please advise. Thanks
Hey. Check my gallery out. You'll see my most recent refresh videos on a playlist called post washday haircare And if you go through my playlist called wavy hair routines you'll see my most recent routines
Your videos are very easy to follow for beginners. Thank You So Much. Just one query, is it normal that my scalp start becoming oily right from the day 2 of wash. And then I have to wash my hair on day 3 and doing this method every 3rd day is very tiring. Can you suggest something please.
I cannot imagine the kind of work you'll put in if you wash your hair every third day. Your scalp will reset. It happened to me as well. Read the description of my curly hair routine video, I've explained things a bit there. In the meantime, dry scalp massage every day. It will help with the excess sebum production while you transition. ❤️
I have a detailed video titled, can you use regular conditioner as a leave in conditioner. Please have a look. th-cam.com/video/FTqHrsDPVBc/w-d-xo.html
Never timed it per say. I also dry scalp massage. That helps. I would say it also causes some kind of circulation in the hair. Havent used dry shampoo in my hair so far. You could diffuse if it's on a low heat / cold setting. If you hover diffuse you won't cause much frizz.
I hve migraine too which may trigger even if i dont tshirt dry them.ugghh. qlso how do u keep up if u r working out with sweaty roots and not combing then between washes
I did a video on post workout refreshes. I included my workout routine. Mine is not cardio heavy. It's mostly mobility and functional. So it's really not that bad at all
If you're going to braid your hair you can spritz with some water apply some leave in and then braid. Or comb and braid. Whatever works for you best and doesn't cause breakage
@@MichelleManuel thank you 😇 I didn’t think you would reply to an old video. I haven’t started cgm yet but Iam about to and your videos are helping me a lot as a fellow Indian, I just had that one doubt 😇
This is a very good question Sowmiya. Let your shampoo address your scalp concerns alone; since you focus shampoo only on your scalp. Therefore when you pick a shampoo it can be chosen based on different functions such as cleanses your scalp, removes oil, sebum, dirt, gets rid of buildup, soothes the scalp incase of dandruff and stimulates hair growth. Let your conditioner address hair concerns like dry hair, hair porosity, detangling needs such as slip, needs such as protein and moisture.
Frizz is normal but it does get better with time. Your hair gets better with each wash. You won't find any overnight transformations or solutions when it comes to frizz. It takes time and patience. I've spoken about it in quite a few videos. Check out my videos on curly hair transition tips.
I have a few questions that really confuse me Ig after watching so many different videos n reading different blogs it happend I hope you can clear it as your videos always help me n are very easily understanable. Why do we plop our hair after washing n styling? What really is frizz?? Difference between tangles and frizz? What is difference between density and volume of hair? Can we also you satin covers or hairties? Which fragrance is safe for our products like there are some products who have fragrance in them and fragrance is not good for us but some of them are so how do we get to know them?
Ok. Let me attempt to answer this. Frizz is hair that is lacking moisture and therefore reaches out in order to grab moisture from the air surrounding it. I've explained this in my busting 5 curly hair myths video. A tangle is a knot. When your hair gets tangled, it gets knotted up with eachother. There's less lubrication between the strand ie more friction, as a result you get tangles.
Density vs volume Density is the number of strands per square inch. Volume is how fluffy your hair looks. You can manipulate* your volume by using lighter products. You can't change density. Fragrance No matter the kind of fragrance, whether it comes from natural sources or synthetic, there is always a chance of allergies. Not everyone will have a reaction. But it does cause problems for some people. Fragrance is added in hair products for aesthetic reasons. I wish it wasn't so. But that's the sad truth. :(
Plopping is a method of curl training. You're scrunching your hair up during the initial drying stages, hoping that a gel cast starts forming. This gives you more shrinkage and more definition.
@@MichelleManuel Thanks for replies I did understood more deeply I think I got all my confusions clear!!! Thanks a lot!! I also took a snapshot so I'll remember it if i ever get confused again.
Yes. I have quite a few videos on quick and easy routine. These are some that you can check out Rake and Scrunch method th-cam.com/video/re_KK9D5rgE/w-d-xo.html Leave in + Mousse method th-cam.com/video/EPq74ZY3HkU/w-d-xo.html If you want to do a leave in + gel, check out my videos on diffusing wavy hair. It will cut down your drying time significantly.
Hi Kasturi, I have 2b, medium density, high porosity hair. I have videos on my haircut and porosity. Please free to go through my channel and check them out!
How do I detangle my hair? They says don’t comb and don’t wash ur hair everyday then how do I go outside everyday without combing ; pls reply I am really confused
I know it's difficult to wrap your head around this. It took me a while to come to terms with it as well. I struggled with the idea as well. So the only time you will comb your hair is in the shower. Other days you will let your hair be. If you decide to comb your hair, it's going to destroy your curl clump & definition. Try it for a few weeks with an open mind and I think you'll be a little more inclined to continue with it.
I wouldn't recommend doing this everyday. I have 2 variation videos on refreshes. 1. How to do a dry refresh 2. How to do a pin curl refresh It's in my post washday haircare playlist. I'd recommend trying them instead. Both are much faster routines.
Wow gorgeous hair😍😍 I just started with the CG method for my 2b or 2c curls (I don't know exactly what it is). I followed each of these steps. But can you please help me with why my hair becomes extremely frizzy after air drying. Its looks nice when wet but as it starts to dry frizz appears from nowhere and stays put till I get it wet again. Serum doesn't help too. What do I do. Please help🥺
It definitely takes a bit of time to gain mastery over a cg styling routine. In the beginning frizz is expected during transition. It gets better with time. I have a video called how to start cgm in India. I also have a playlist to motivate you on your journey. It called cg transition tips, mistakes and motivation. I think it might help. Feel free to have a look.
@@MichelleManuel I have curl up leave in conditioner at home as the argan conditioner is kinda cheap soo I am thinking of buying it to refresh curls , will it work now?
The wow conditioner is no longer cg friendly. When this video was made, we hardly had leave ins. Let alone budget leave ins. So use a cg leave in conditioner please. You'll find options on my amazon storefront
I'll check that... thank you so much...you are doing a great job. I m seeing results by following your videos. I just started CGM last week. As it is just beginning, it's a long hair wash day, also getting difficult to explain my mom, why I don't comb everyday, why i wash my hair only once a week 🤭🤭. I think she'll understand soon.
Hi guys, just a note on this video. We're focusing on beginner friendly curly hair tips. Maybe it's just me but I sort of get turned off when I see too many products in a video that's supposed to be beginner friendly. I will be making more videos ofcourse. Videos using different leave in conditioners, oils and mousses. For the past 5 months this has been my routine. It's been simple. It's had minimal steps. It's really interesting to know that you guys don't mind a routine with more steps. I guess it's time for me to buy a few other products and test them out and give you guys more options.
Hi Michelle, y should u not apply coconut oil to maintain yr curls and also promote hair growth . I oil my hair little by little everyday and then wash with cg products. Is that fine ??
It's totally fine to use a tiny bit of oil everyday. Just don't apply it on your scalp. You don't want to clog your scalp up.
Hi...can refreshing done without a leave in conditioner.....and only gels or mousse....in that case how do we detangle the hair
What products do u advice? I live in UK. Very good videos 👍love the curls. They are so similar to mine.
Its beginner friendly all right. I loved how u just used 2 products, not more. And its something i can buy🥲
Finally someone with my hair texture.😭❤️
Yay! Awesome!!! You're 2b?
Hi💓, Can anyone please help me? I've 2B type hair naturally. Will CG method make it 2C.
I had no idea about hygral fatigue! Thank you... very informative video of refreshing hair during the week without shampooing it to death and damaging it.
Thanks so much Esther! Hygral fatigue is real!!!! Avoid washing your hair frequently!
Such beautiful hair. Absolutely gorgeous. Thanks Michelle because of you I now know more about my hair than I was for all my life.
I'm so happy babe! Your hair looks stunning! My first wash day did not look like that at all. ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Your voice has a calming effect ❤️
That's so sweet! :)
Literally followed you step by step. Waiting 30 mins ……. We shall see 😅I’m super excited to see results
I LOVE YOU SO FREAKING MUCH! I never really knew that my hair could look this good 😭i have wavy hair but i alwayw used to straighten em. Now never! Im in love with these curls
Full time mother of doggie is so important :) I totally understand.
Yesss!!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️
@@MichelleManuel would love to see your doggo baby around in videos as mine accompany me in all zoom sessions 🥰🥰
@@swatiraisuraj she makes a cameo here and there. ❤️❤️❤️❤️
You'll see her front and centre in my plopping video!
Since starting my curly hair journey about maybe 3 to 5 months ago I have started making hair oils. Studying different hair curl types and giving them to my girlfriends. You know, when one of us gets it we all get it. I have always been of that mindset and it has been quite helpful for myself and others with retaining shine. Also to see some definition since I'm still in the beginning phase. I'm trying to figure out what is the best products for 2B - 3A. I am currently using LUS products, the shampoo and conditioner and all in one for wavy hair. I'm not overly impressed with all-in-one product anymore it doesn't seem to hold my hair much at all. I am going to get a continuous water spray bottle and some of my oil and also some of the all-in-one with water and see if that will help on my refresh days. I'm so encouraged watching everyone's videos ❤️. I'm really trying to figure out how to get the beautiful clumps of wavy/curls
Hi Carrie. It's so lovely that you're blending oils at home. I have a video on oils that are best for hair based on porosity. Might be worth a watch.
It's so lovely that your friends get to sample your blends! What a kind gesture.
If you're in the UK or in the states, you could check out the Umberto gianini gel or the dipity do girls with curls jelle. They're hard gold gels that really work well to retain definition. Even a foam or mousse could help with hold. I think Not your mother's curl talk line has a mousse that curlies and wavies seem to love.
I like the details of every thing and finally some one with the same kindof hair! Thankyou ❤️
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I just love how realistic your videos and hair care routines are!!! ❤❤ Thank you so much for this video!!
Thank you so much! ❤️
I really love and appreciate that you leave article links for us to read in every video you mention!!
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Good information. I'm sure this is beneficial for so many.
Thanks mark. You could share this with your curly hair friends
Thankyou very much for sharing it with us. Bcz i was vry confusd of the whole vdos on utube . U are using minimal products and it really works on u n beginners lyk me.. before watching ur vdos i thought that it was not at all affordable.. am now at my 3rd month of the routine.. am vry much confident enough aftr seeg ur vdos tat one day i will attain what am dreaming.. ur vdos made me confident 🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗
Thank you for the kind words Shikha! There's no need to go into a routine with too many products. Sometimes less is more! I promise you will have your dream curls one day! ❤️
Hey , very” refreshing “indeed .. all the techniques would be most helpful to most people .
Very nicely edited & shot as well .. we are here to support you as always 🤟🤟✌️💪💪
Thanks Sandeep + Sanjeev! You guys are awesome!
i have literally damaged my hairs so badly for my 21 year life trying to make them look straight😑
recently understood that they are actually type 2b curly
and very very happy to find your videos...will start this method soon
but for now i really wanna say that your voice and way of explaining is so damn good..like the calmness and the soft music..plus those in depth details that you give❤
Thank you so much Aashna! I really appreciate your comment! It made me beam with joy! ❤️
Superb video!! Thanks so much for breaking down the steps
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Finally now I know how to manage my hair 😭
I'm glad Debasmita! ❤️
Michelle you are so pretty and thank you for your lovely contents as it has helped me understand my hair porosity and fall in love with my unmanageable curls .. love from Kolkata
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Excellent Tips on Refreshing and Proctection of Hair.
Very educative and something to actually be aware of.
Thank you so much!
Really good info but the best thing i like in this video is your confidence.
Jari rakhen :)
That's so sweet of you to say!
Thank you so much.Helped me in my CG Regimen. Lots of Love
That's lovely to hear. Thanks Deepali! ❤️
Hi Michelle, love the way u explain.Can u please tell whether I can use products in my daughter's hair?I have never used any products in her hair other than oil,still her hair is not shiny. Can u specifically tell the products to maintain curly hair
Have a look at my playlist on cg products India. I've tried my best to explain which products would suit each person based on individual needs.
i found your video very calming, informative, and different from the usual. kudos.
i also had a query - is it ok to leave in the conditioner, without washing it off?
Thank you so much.
I have a video on this topic. It will answer the question in detail. Please have a look.
th-cam.com/video/FTqHrsDPVBc/w-d-xo.html
This video helps me your method is so nice seems like so true 🌺🙏
Wowwww...first time i got this super idea how refresh yur hair without wash...thanks a lotttt....i will try ths method frm now on....is it hair serum good for hair nd how use it in curly hair???
A cg friendly hair serum is great for the hair.
You can watch this video. You'll see how I use serums on my hair
th-cam.com/video/Xyf3mYx4B6I/w-d-xo.html
Hloo , I have been watching your cg videos . I have wavy hair and iam thinking to maintain that curls forming in my hair . I want to start cg routine . Can you suggest me what products to use ? And iam a student so I need to comb my hair to put up my hair . What will I do ? How can I start cg ? Plzzz reply
Lovely 😁❤️. Love the curls
Thanks Nikita! :*
I learn something new in all your videos❤️.
Can you tell how different those enliven gels are?
Green one you said, has the best hold.
What is the benefit of red one?
The red one doesn't have great hold sadly. :(
How do you carry or wear your hair in between the wash days or refresh days? For eg day 3 you need to head out for errands or to the doc or any place where you don’t need your hair look good :)
Or for that matter every day errands.. groceries, kids, park, gym etc
That's a cool video. What to do if we need to go out everyday? I mean office.. how to refresh it then?
Good question! Have a look at my log video. I show you what I do from day 1 to day 7. I very rarely refresh. Only if I have something big happening that day.
Hey thanks to you.. I just started my curly girl journey ❤️.. Tho I have really short hair, the shampoo, conditioner & gel you suggested are perfect for my 2c #curls. Can't wait to refresh now the way u showed! #easysteps. The best part is it just takes a few minutes & some patience 😜
We always knew you had beautiful curls pali! If I helped you in any way to put that hair straightner down, I am super happy! High five curl friend!
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If we leave conditioner on hair lyk that means it vl nt be greasy or sticky fr the whole week?
Loving all ur videos ❤️❤️
Please use a leave in conditioner when you're refreshing please.
In video u used wow conditioner for refresh.
Wow conditioner is leave in conditioner??
@@karimallamdeepika1235 no it isn't.
This is one of the first videos I ever shot on my channel. I had only one cg conditioner as I was beginner to curly girl method. I saw and read that it was common practice to use a normal conditioner as a leave in.
Following which, my research got stronger and deeper. I made a video on whether it's ok to do or not.
Please have a look.
th-cam.com/video/FTqHrsDPVBc/w-d-xo.html
Very useful information! Thanks for this one!
Hi .Love from Bangladesh...i have a question...As a muslim i have to wet my hair everyday during shower.. so after shower ,to define my curl should i use hair cream everyday??
Thanks in advance
What do u do when u want to change ur parting from side to middle or vice versa?? Cuz using a comb destroys the curls/waves on the head!!
did u not wash off the conditioner before tying with the cotton t shirt
Did you not wash your hair after applying wow conditioner ? If yes,why ?
Hi which enliven gel variant gives a nice cast and hold?
Btw loving all your videos! 😍
They all give a good cast. the gels have a level on them.
The red is a level 3 hold.
Blue and Orange are a level 4
Green is the strongest being a level 5
@@MichelleManuel oh thanks a lot! ❤❤❤
Is it okay to leave a normal conditionar in the hair like this..the one you are using isnt a leave-in right ?
I created a detailed video on this topic. Have a look
th-cam.com/video/FTqHrsDPVBc/w-d-xo.html
It's day two , I lost most of the curls , as I slept directly without using any bonnet , should I clarify and start again today , or should I damp my hair and apply gel again ?
How do you braid your hair . I am in school it's important for me to braid my hair how do you do that . Your videos are great ✨
I do braid my hair during the week. I've shown how I do in a previous video
Gel for coarse wavy hair and strong hold ??
I've been watching your vids and I love that you're so precise and make things so easy to understand, I appreciate it very much. I knew about hygral fatigue but wow I thought it would only happen if I washed my hair too often, and I just realized I refresh everyday! How do you not do that? I mean my hair looks a mess every morning! I only wear a pineapple in a scrunchie through the night, maybe I'm doing something wrong? Do you do something to your hair on no-washing/no-refreshing days?
My hair is manageable on non washdays. On days when it looks frizzy i use a serum. I have a video on serums and how i use them. Maybe you could have a look. :)
@@MichelleManuel I'll check it out, thanks! :)
Very informative video ❤️
Thanks Archana! :)
Have you washed your hairs after using Wow's conditioner?
Hello, it was felt really nice watching your video. It was very informed and detailed. Since I also stay in Kolkata and I workout daily, I wanted to ask you something. People say that we should wet (not shampoo) our hair everyday if we workout daily, because of the sweating and to get rid of the build-up. Do you agree, and would you recommend wetting the hair daily if we are working out?
Getting your hair wet everyday will cause hygral fatigue. I mentioned it in the video itself.
I also have a detailed video on my post workout refresh that might help you out. Feel free to take a look.
Thank you so much for the suggestion. It was really helpful. 🤍🤍🤍
@@katana.kitsune ❤️
May I ask u something... 🌝
As u said You r not combing ur hair every day...
And u are styling just with hands on the other days...
U won't experience any hairfall.. Even a single strand??
Nope. All the hair is locked inside the curl clump. I'll experience hair fall on the next washday when I detangle.
Dear Lady....thank you very much....
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Hi Michelle. I love your content. Keep it up. Can i give a feedback though? It would be nice to have shorter videos rather than an 18 min video. It motivates us to watch. Cheers!
It’s a bit odd but can u make a video on your house tour🙂
Hey did you use cold water for refreshing the curls?
Btw luv ur vids
Hey!!! Thanks so much!! I use room temperature water to refresh. The hot vs cold water myth was busted a few years ago in the curl community. As long as you're not using boiling hot water, it won't damage your hair.
@@MichelleManuel Thank you sm for the reply!!!
Very useful video again!! One question, is the wow conditioner a leave-in one?
Hey shraddha, the wow conditioner is not a leave in. But I had read articles on how it's ok to use a normal conditioner as a leave in. There are leave in conditioners available in the indian market. When I was starting I was a bit concerned about price point. Now that I realise that one bottle of shampoo and conditioner have lasted me months, I'm not as concerned with the price point aspect of things. (I'm on month 5 and still on my first bottle of shampoo)
I've a question. Why didn't u apply water after conditioner. Is it okay not to wash after applying conditiner?
That cause I purpose my normal conditioner as leave in conditioner sometimes....
Is it okay to use normal conditioner as leave in? Or is it something else you have used by the name Wow Argan oil....?!
I have a video on the topic that you can watch. It explains the issue in detail and why we've done so in the beginning of our cg journey.
th-cam.com/video/FTqHrsDPVBc/w-d-xo.html
Hey,do you wash your hair everyday with water while showering?
Nope.
hii!!was trying to follow ur steps but I was wondering can u leave conditioner without rinshing it off??
Please use leave in conditioner instead of the conditioner shown. At the time of filming we didn't have any budget options in India.
The wow conditioner can be used as both conditioner and leave-in conditioner...pls reply
No they can't. The wow conditioners are no longer cg friendly. Please have a look at one of my more recent routine videos.
Same texture hair, but i have to wash my hair every other day or sometimes 3 days. But since its summer, i be sweating more and my scalp will need that wash.
Very understandable. It's so hot right now. I'm not being able to keep my hair for 7 days either. :(
Hey can we replace gel with serum
Never tried it. Most serums don't have hold so even if you get definition it won't last for more than a few hours.
Was tht a leave in conditioner?????
Can we use sugarboo products for high prosperity hair as a beginner friendly option
@@jayamado304 no. The range is too light for high porosity hair. Check out my video called products for high porosity hair.
Nice video for beginners but you said you don't wash your head for one week so i want to ask that, Is that okay to keep hair gel on hair for one week? Doesn't it harm our hair? Please reply
Use a cg friendly gel. It should make you feel more comfortable.
The enliven does have alcohol. I only use it for budget reasons.
Normal conditioners won't cause s trouble if i leave it on .. rt? Actually i want to start cgm and i am constantly watching your vdos for acquiring more and more knowledge about cgm.. as i am a bit scared.. btw i judt love your hair and how you carry it 😍
Great question.
Please have a look at this video!
th-cam.com/video/FTqHrsDPVBc/w-d-xo.html
Thank you so much! ❤️
Hi dear...hope you noticed that i am watching your videos on loop😃
I have a doubt here. If I plop my hair , i am not able to get gel cast....and if we keep it for 30 minutes, doesn't it absorb all products?
Actually plopping gives you an amazing cast. Because it holds the hair in a scrunched up position, in the process the clumps form a thin layer/cast of gel over it.
If you're not getting a cast, there are 2 reasons for it.
1. You're not using enough gel
2. You're styling on soaking wet hair.
Wring the hair out before you start styling. I showed this in a recent video. Youl get a nice cast.
@@MichelleManuel thank you for the reply...😊
From where you brought that hairband
I am new to cgm. Started jus one week back.. So my doubt is.... Us it ok to refresh every day. Bcz my hair will become frizzy on the same day itself 😁😁.. May its bcz I'm new to the process.. Soo.... Pls help
Your videos are really good and helpful...please share your latest hair wash and refresh routine...i am using arata advanced curl range but i am finding difficulty in detangling my hair🥲😰 please advise. Thanks
Hey. Check my gallery out. You'll see my most recent refresh videos on a playlist called post washday haircare
And if you go through my playlist called wavy hair routines you'll see my most recent routines
Your videos are very easy to follow for beginners. Thank You So Much.
Just one query, is it normal that my scalp start becoming oily right from the day 2 of wash. And then I have to wash my hair on day 3 and doing this method every 3rd day is very tiring. Can you suggest something please.
I cannot imagine the kind of work you'll put in if you wash your hair every third day. Your scalp will reset. It happened to me as well. Read the description of my curly hair routine video, I've explained things a bit there. In the meantime, dry scalp massage every day. It will help with the excess sebum production while you transition. ❤️
@@MichelleManuel Thanks
Beautiful hair Michelle 🤩
Thank you :)
Hi, you used a rinse off conditioner to refresh. Just wondering is it ok to do so?
I have a detailed video titled, can you use regular conditioner as a leave in conditioner. Please have a look.
th-cam.com/video/FTqHrsDPVBc/w-d-xo.html
Looking good as usual 👌
I got it from my mama! ;)
Hi I am simran your video is very useful for me now my hair is have very less hair fall I like you
Thanks Simran! I appreciate your comment! ❤️❤️❤️
I can not understand one thing 2nd or 3rd day of hair ...if u do not wash hair how to take shower ???
One question: You didn't wash your hair after applying Hair Conditioner?? How good is it for hair??
I have a video called 'can you use a regular conditioner as a leave in conditioner'. It should help you understand the differences
I have a video called 'can you use a regular conditioner as a leave in conditioner'. It should help you understand the differences
love your hair!! how much time does it take to air dry the sweat in hair? (since we can't comb) or do you diffuse/use dry shampoo?
Never timed it per say. I also dry scalp massage. That helps. I would say it also causes some kind of circulation in the hair. Havent used dry shampoo in my hair so far. You could diffuse if it's on a low heat / cold setting. If you hover diffuse you won't cause much frizz.
@@MichelleManuel ok thanks :))
I hve migraine too which may trigger even if i dont tshirt dry them.ugghh. qlso how do u keep up if u r working out with sweaty roots and not combing then between washes
I did a video on post workout refreshes. I included my workout routine. Mine is not cardio heavy. It's mostly mobility and functional. So it's really not that bad at all
Why are you using a conditioner which is not a leave in conditioner and not washing it ? Is it fine to not wash the conditioner?
I have a video on the topic that you may check it.
After conditioner you ll not wash
Hi M! Superb video❤️ listen is it ok to leave onthe conditioner on hair without washing off.
It's fine. If it feels like this is too concerning to you please try the curl up leave in curl cream.
Hi. I have a doubt. The conditioner that you are using. Is it leave in??
It's not a leave in but I use it as one. If you're not comfortable with that, use the leave-ins by curl up or arata.
If I can’t comb in the curly girl method then how should I braid it or any other hairstyle for college ?
If you're going to braid your hair you can spritz with some water apply some leave in and then braid. Or comb and braid. Whatever works for you best and doesn't cause breakage
@@MichelleManuel thank you 😇 I didn’t think you would reply to an old video. I haven’t started cgm yet but Iam about to and your videos are helping me a lot as a fellow Indian, I just had that one doubt 😇
you have amazing hair. i have 2b/2c hair but if i try to refresh without doing the whole routine then i get a lot of frizz. Do you have any tips?
Ahhh. Watch my porosity video! You'll understand why your hair might not like to be refreshed.
One doubt
This shampoo mentions normal to dry hair it means?? Which hair type can use this??
This is a very good question Sowmiya. Let your shampoo address your scalp concerns alone; since you focus shampoo only on your scalp. Therefore when you pick a shampoo it can be chosen based on different functions such as cleanses your scalp, removes oil, sebum, dirt, gets rid of buildup, soothes the scalp incase of dandruff and stimulates hair growth. Let your conditioner address hair concerns like dry hair, hair porosity, detangling needs such as slip, needs such as protein and moisture.
What to do if we start getting frizz from 2nd day onwards...shd I increase conditioning?
Frizz is normal but it does get better with time. Your hair gets better with each wash. You won't find any overnight transformations or solutions when it comes to frizz. It takes time and patience. I've spoken about it in quite a few videos. Check out my videos on curly hair transition tips.
I have a few questions that really confuse me Ig after watching so many different videos n reading different blogs it happend I hope you can clear it as your videos always help me n are very easily understanable.
Why do we plop our hair after washing n styling?
What really is frizz?? Difference between tangles and frizz?
What is difference between density and volume of hair?
Can we also you satin covers or hairties?
Which fragrance is safe for our products like there are some products who have fragrance in them and fragrance is not good for us but some of them are so how do we get to know them?
Ok. Let me attempt to answer this. Frizz is hair that is lacking moisture and therefore reaches out in order to grab moisture from the air surrounding it. I've explained this in my busting 5 curly hair myths video.
A tangle is a knot. When your hair gets tangled, it gets knotted up with eachother. There's less lubrication between the strand ie more friction, as a result you get tangles.
Density vs volume
Density is the number of strands per square inch. Volume is how fluffy your hair looks. You can manipulate* your volume by using lighter products. You can't change density.
Fragrance
No matter the kind of fragrance, whether it comes from natural sources or synthetic, there is always a chance of allergies. Not everyone will have a reaction. But it does cause problems for some people. Fragrance is added in hair products for aesthetic reasons. I wish it wasn't so. But that's the sad truth. :(
Plopping is a method of curl training. You're scrunching your hair up during the initial drying stages, hoping that a gel cast starts forming. This gives you more shrinkage and more definition.
@@MichelleManuel Thanks for replies I did understood more deeply I think I got all my confusions clear!!! Thanks a lot!! I also took a snapshot so I'll remember it if i ever get confused again.
Can you make a video on other days where you don't need a refresh, yet make a manageable hair to go out ..
Hey Princy. Check my most recent video ❤️
I just love this method but this is really time consuming. Do we have any easy short CG method for wavy hairs?
Yes. I have quite a few videos on quick and easy routine. These are some that you can check out
Rake and Scrunch method
th-cam.com/video/re_KK9D5rgE/w-d-xo.html
Leave in + Mousse method
th-cam.com/video/EPq74ZY3HkU/w-d-xo.html
If you want to do a leave in + gel, check out my videos on diffusing wavy hair. It will cut down your drying time significantly.
Can you please tell me your hair type and a lil bit about your hair cut
Hi Kasturi, I have 2b, medium density, high porosity hair. I have videos on my haircut and porosity. Please free to go through my channel and check them out!
How do I detangle my hair? They says don’t comb and don’t wash ur hair everyday then how do I go outside everyday without combing ; pls reply I am really confused
I know it's difficult to wrap your head around this. It took me a while to come to terms with it as well.
I struggled with the idea as well.
So the only time you will comb your hair is in the shower. Other days you will let your hair be. If you decide to comb your hair, it's going to destroy your curl clump & definition. Try it for a few weeks with an open mind and I think you'll be a little more inclined to continue with it.
Is enliven gel provides great hold?
It's much better to use a cg friendly gel. I only use it for budget reasons. (It does have good hold)
do u suggest wetting my hair twice a day
Please don't do that. Water can cause damage to the hair.
Wash your hair/get your hair wet twice a week max
Hey I have a question what if my hair is thick and I want less definition can you suggest any product?
You'll have to follow a tutorial if you want definition. A product alone won't help.
I am in the initial phase of cgm so can I use this process daily because every morning they seem to be unmanageable and very dry
I wouldn't recommend doing this everyday. I have 2 variation videos on refreshes.
1. How to do a dry refresh
2. How to do a pin curl refresh
It's in my post washday haircare playlist. I'd recommend trying them instead. Both are much faster routines.
@@MichelleManuelokay thanku❤️
Love from Kerala ❤
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You r too Col. Amazing. Keep going
Thank you :)
Wow gorgeous hair😍😍 I just started with the CG method for my 2b or 2c curls (I don't know exactly what it is). I followed each of these steps. But can you please help me with why my hair becomes extremely frizzy after air drying. Its looks nice when wet but as it starts to dry frizz appears from nowhere and stays put till I get it wet again. Serum doesn't help too. What do I do. Please help🥺
Girl same idk what to do.
It definitely takes a bit of time to gain mastery over a cg styling routine. In the beginning frizz is expected during transition. It gets better with time. I have a video called how to start cgm in India. I also have a playlist to motivate you on your journey. It called cg transition tips, mistakes and motivation. I think it might help. Feel free to have a look.
@@MichelleManuel thanks a ton 😘😘 yes definitely I'll go thru the videos.
Lovely.
Thanks Soham! :)
It's have been 2 years of this video , can I still use wow argan conditioner to refresh my curls??
Use whichever cg friendly leave in conditioner you have any home.
You can also watch this video
th-cam.com/video/v-0Gzceb7E0/w-d-xo.html
@@MichelleManuel I have curl up leave in conditioner at home as the argan conditioner is kinda cheap soo I am thinking of buying it to refresh curls , will it work now?
The wow conditioner is no longer cg friendly. When this video was made, we hardly had leave ins. Let alone budget leave ins. So use a cg leave in conditioner please. You'll find options on my amazon storefront
@@MichelleManuel OK thanku for replying
Is it leave in conditioner? Can we leave the conditioner like that
Did you check the pinned comment? I have a video called can you use regular conditioner as a leave in conditioner.
I'll check that... thank you so much...you are doing a great job. I m seeing results by following your videos. I just started CGM last week. As it is just beginning, it's a long hair wash day, also getting difficult to explain my mom, why I don't comb everyday, why i wash my hair only once a week 🤭🤭. I think she'll understand soon.