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Curly Girl Method Products On Amazon

January 28, 2023 by Emily Evert Leave a Comment

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If you’re looking to start the curly girl method by shopping on Amazon, it’s easy to overspend. Hair products tend to be heavy which means shipping them isn’t cheap. Due to this, hair products are often marked up in price on Amazon – sometimes significantly! If you’re wanting to avoid overspending, this post is for you. I’ve gathered different categories of curly girl method approved products that you can buy on Amazon that aren’t overpriced vs their in-store prices.

Tips for buying curly girl method products on Amazon:

Check the prices with your local store websites if you aren’t sure of their typical price. Some lower-end hair products are really overpriced on Amazon! In some cases, 4x their regular price or so! It can be really wild.

Check which amazon store or amazon seller you’re buying from. Try to purchase directly from the brand or from a reputable retailer.

Are there counterfeit products sold on amazon as the real thing?

I’ve bought several hair products on Amazon that I had also bought locally or from major retailers like Ulta in the past. I have never received anything from Amazon that seemed fake in any way. So, I’ve always wondered why some people refuse to buy hair products on Amazon due to fears of ‘fake products’.

I’ve wondered if that was even a real thing that happens. Business Insider did a story on it, so it really can happen. They said it happens on items purchased on Walmart.com, too. This is why I gave the tip above of shopping from a brand or amazon seller that you know is legit rather than a random third party reseller.

Are Curly girl method products more expensive on amazon?

Often times curly hair products are more expensive on Amazon, but not always. If you’re watching your budget, you just want to be mindful of the regular price of an item and check the amazon price. Additionally, the cost of items on Amazon can change at any time.

curly girl method approved products on amazon that aren't overpriced. Includes shampoo, conditioner, clarifying shampoo, chelating shampoo, leave in conditioner, curl creams, gels, mousse, protein treatments, deep conditioners, hair accessories and more!

Wavy Hair or Curly Girl Method Accessories on Amazon

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Cowashing Wavy Hair

January 21, 2023 by Emily Evert 3 Comments

What is Cowashing?

Cowashing is using a regular conditioner or a specifically formulated “cleansing conditioner” or “cowash” to wash your scalp and hair instead of shampoo.

Conditioner washing (aka cowashing) wavy hair. Can conditioner clean your hair? Does cowashing work on wavy hair? Can you use a regular conditioner or do you have to buy a cowash? How often should you cowash? These & other questions answered

Can Cowashing Effectively Clean Your Hair?

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Does Wavy Hair Need A Leave In Conditioner? A Cream?

August 19, 2022 by Emily Evert 2 Comments

Does The Curly Girl Method Require A Leave-In Conditioner On Wavy Hair?

On my various curly girl method routine blog posts, I often get asked why I haven’t included a leave-in conditioner. Many people believe that the curly girl method requires a leave-in conditioner.

The Curly Girl Method does not require a leave-in conditioner for wavy-haired people.

The curly girl handbook encourages other curl types to leave some of their rinse-out conditioners in their hair (rather than using a store-bought leave-in conditioner) but it tells people with wavy hair to fully rinse the conditioner out.

Wavy hair and leave in conditioner. Should everyone with wavy hair use a leave in? Do you have to have one to comply with the curly girl method? What about curl creams? What are some leave in conditioners that aren't too heavy for wavy hair? How much should you use?

Why I Don’t Use a Leave-In Conditioner On My Wavy Hair

I very rarely use leave-in conditioners. For me, this isn’t because the curly girl method handbook says I don’t need to, as I don’t strictly follow the curly girl method.

My decision to skip over a leave-in conditioner came from experimenting with leave-in conditioners. Some leave-in conditioners leave my hair feeling greasy or weighed down. Others don’t leave my hair feeling bad or looking bad, but I just don’t see any obvious benefit from them, either.

Early on, I used a leave-in conditioner but when I’d skip using it, I either saw no difference or an improvement. The improvement would be a better cast, by the way. That’s why I quit using leave-in conditioners.

Why You May Want To Use A Leave-In Conditioner On Wavy Hair

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Curly Girl Method Basics

August 12, 2022 by Emily Evert Leave a Comment

What you need to start the curly girl method

  • A clarifying shampoo to use for your reset wash. This should have a sulfate cleanser, but should not include silicones.
  • A sulfate-free shampoo (aka low-poo) or a cowash.
  • A silicone-free conditioner.
  • A silicone-free gel.

If you want an easy way to check if a product you’re considering purchasing meets the curly girl method standards, you can try sites like IsItCG, CurlsBot or CurlScan.

Basic steps of the curly girl method. The CGM really isn't inherently complex, some people just enjoy elaborate routes! If you want to keep it simple, you can.

The basic steps of the curly girl method

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About Me

My name is Emily, I have been blogging since 2009. I found the curly girl method in 2018, which helped me to discover my naturally wavy hair. Since then, I’ve continued to wear my hair wavy, reading and watching tons about wavy hair. This blog is where I share what I’ve learned, in hopes of helping others. More about me and my backstory can be found on my about page.

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