Tell you what, I use mild shampoos, only a dab of conditioner, a little bit of gel and let my hair dry naturally whenever possible. I ditched all my hot tools except for a diffuser for days when I need to heat dry my hair. Also, I ditched the dye and embraced the gray. Now my hair is shiny and healthy and there are no more split-ends. On days the curls go mad I like to pin them into updos. Sometimes I miss the sleek look of a blowout, but generally, I am a lot happier with my natural hair.
Hi, Joli! You’ve given me so much good info over the years that have improved the look and feel of my white, curly hair! Thank you for all your videos because it seems I learn something new and helpful from each one! You are a gem! 🥰
I am just starting to take care of my hair (and, me!). Learning so much. I could watch this all day. My hair has always dried straight on top, wavy underneath. I never did the plop or hold products, and usually run my fingers through with some oil while it dries to tame frizz. But, after the shower, there are rope-y waves, like yours. I would love to have natural curls like yours, maybe I can?
You have wavy hair maybe a different pattern than mine but it’s there. Straight on top is a very common issue for wavies, especially if your hair is silky feeling. Keep trying and I bet you have wonderful silver spirals. ❤️
Notes are so important, especially when starting out but I continue to do it. I really like using the Microsoft One Note app (it’s free). It allows me to easily combine text, photos, links, whatever, to document each wash day.
Thanks for sharing! That’s a great tip. I also use the notes on a photo in my iPad. I’ll take a photo of my results that day and then write the products I used and so forth in the info section.
Obviously, I completely get it. I think clean products are obviously very helpful, but hyper-focusing on a stack of rules that your hair has other things to say about is a futile effort.
I tried CGM but quickly found out that I need sulfates or else my hair gets weighed down. Honestly, I'm surprised that method works at all considering all the silly rules. 🤷🏽♀️
Some of the rules don’t really make sense to me anymore the more I learn about ingredients and what they do well blended into a great formula. And … it’s your hair … you gotta do what feels best for you.
Tell you what, I use mild shampoos, only a dab of conditioner, a little bit of gel and let my hair dry naturally whenever possible. I ditched all my hot tools except for a diffuser for days when I need to heat dry my hair. Also, I ditched the dye and embraced the gray. Now my hair is shiny and healthy and there are no more split-ends. On days the curls go mad I like to pin them into updos. Sometimes I miss the sleek look of a blowout, but generally, I am a lot happier with my natural hair.
That’s awesome!!! I’m happy to hear you have found your routine and healthy hair. 😊
Finally. Someone talking about gray curly hair from a place of professional and personal experience. Paired with research? I’m in hair heaven.
Happy to be of service. 😊
would love tp see you do a wash day review showing what products you use etc
I am actually about to do my routine I’m using this winter. Stay tuned.
Hi, Joli! You’ve given me so much good info over the years that have improved the look and feel of my white, curly hair! Thank you for all your videos because it seems I learn something new and helpful from each one! You are a gem! 🥰
I'm so glad I could help. Thank you for being here with me.
Omg JUST in time!! Thanks so much Joli😘
You are so welcome! 😊
I am just starting to take care of my hair (and, me!). Learning so much. I could watch this all day. My hair has always dried straight on top, wavy underneath. I never did the plop or hold products, and usually run my fingers through with some oil while it dries to tame frizz. But, after the shower, there are rope-y waves, like yours. I would love to have natural curls like yours, maybe I can?
You have wavy hair maybe a different pattern than mine but it’s there. Straight on top is a very common issue for wavies, especially if your hair is silky feeling. Keep trying and I bet you have wonderful silver spirals. ❤️
I also have wavy silver hair. Straight on top. It’s long though damaged from highlights. I’m going naturale.
Notes are so important, especially when starting out but I continue to do it. I really like using the Microsoft One Note app (it’s free). It allows me to easily combine text, photos, links, whatever, to document each wash day.
Thanks for sharing! That’s a great tip. I also use the notes on a photo in my iPad. I’ll take a photo of my results that day and then write the products I used and so forth in the info section.
I tried the Curly Girl method for a while, it was okay. I don't any more. 🥰
Obviously, I completely get it. I think clean products are obviously very helpful, but hyper-focusing on a stack of rules that your hair has other things to say about is a futile effort.
I tried CGM but quickly found out that I need sulfates or else my hair gets weighed down. Honestly, I'm surprised that method works at all considering all the silly rules. 🤷🏽♀️
Some of the rules don’t really make sense to me anymore the more I learn about ingredients and what they do well blended into a great formula. And … it’s your hair … you gotta do what feels best for you.