The Curly Girl Method

The Curly Girl Method all started with Lorraine Massey’s The Curly Girl Handbook. It gives great insight and will help you troubleshoot along the way.

Not only is this method a special way to care for wavy and curly hair to bring out its natural curl with less frizz, but it’s also a lifestyle and mindset change.

In it’s simplest form - the method is based on the removal of certain ingredients and actions that damage the health & appearance of natural curls.

Avoid the following:

Sulfates or drying alcohols (they dry the hair)
Silicones (non-water Soluble) or waxes (without sulfates they build up in the hair)
Parabens
Heat styling over 1800
Brushing (mechanical damage)
Standard towel drying (mechanical damage/lifts cuticles)

Your curl type is determined by the shape of the follicle that your hair grows out of from your scalp. The flatter or more oval shaped the follicle, the curlier your hair; while the more circular the cross-section, the straighter your hair. Your curl pattern is also identified by the shape that the strands of hair make, whether they kink, curve, or wind around themselves into spirals.
Most textured hair types have more than one type of pattern on their head, so you may have a combination of, say, kinky, coily, wavy, and curly. To identify your curl shape and pattern (or patterns), it’s best to determine while your hair is wet.

TYPE 2 -WAVY

THE SUB-CLASSIFICATIONS OF A TO C CURL TYPES ARE BASED ON THE WIDTH OR DIAMETER OF YOUR WAVE, CURL, OR COIL PATTERN. A CURL TYPES HAVE A WIDER PATTERN SIZE, B CURL TYPES MEDIUM, C CURL TYPES THE SMALLEST OF THE THREE.

Wavy - Bendable hair, from fine to coarse that has a definitive S pattern but lays closer to the head

2A’s have a fine, barely-there tousled texture that’s very easy to straighten. People with this texture have to be wary of using heavy styling products that can easily weigh their strands down, rendering them limp and lifeless.
2A waves, lack volume at the root. Silk recommends using Silk Argan Volumizing Spray – Silk 6 in 1 Volumizing/Teasing Brush which will give omph at the base and to make hair look fluffier and fuller.

2B’s are flatter at the crown with defined S-shaped waves starting from the midlength. are Strands thicker in diameter than a 2A, and you’ll have to put in a bit of elbow grease into getting it straight. To enhance your natural surfer-babe waves use Silk Argan Non Alcohol Texture/Hairspray.

2C waves are thick, coarse, and more susceptible to frizzing. The S-bends are well-defined and begin at the roots. Use Silk Oil of Morocco Argan Intense Moisture non-lathering, sulfate-free shampoo so as not to strip essential moisture from strands.
Silk also recommends using the Nos Curly Girl Approved Product Silk Argan Curl Crème to lock in your hair’s natural wave pattern while adding hydration.

TYPE 3 - CURLY

TYPE 3 CURLY HAIR CAN RANGE FROM LOOSE, BUOYANT LOOPS TO TIGHT, SPRINGY CORKSCREWS WHICH HAVE SOME SHEEN BUT ARE PRONE TO FRIZZ.

Curly - Curly hair can range from loose, buoyant loops to tight, springy corkscrews which have some sheen but are prone to frizz.

3A strands, tend to be shiny with large, loose curls that are about the size of a piece of sidewalk chalk. Scrunch Silk Oil of Morocco Argan Curl Cream into your dry hair to help emphasize the curl texture. But keep your hands (or brush or comb, for that matter) from touching your curls afterward, or you run the risk of having a halo full of frizz. To maintain those juicy springs, simply spritz your hair with a curl refresher, like Silk Oil of Morocco Argan Volumizing /Texture Spray when it needs a boost.

3B’s have coarse, springy ringlets with a circumference similar to a Sharpie marker. This hair texture can get dry, so look for styling products that have humectants in them to attract moisture to strands. Try Silk Oil of Morocco Argan Curl Crème. Apply when your hair is wet, so you’ll get definition without frizz.

3C curls are tight corkscrews that range in circumference from a straw to a pencil. Yara Shahidi is a great example for 3Cs. Strands are densely packed together, giving way to lots of natural volume. Frizziness can be an issue with this type, so use a sulfate-free, creamy cleanser, like Silk Oil of Morocco Argan Intense Moisture rich Shampoo, so as not to dry out your hair. Try also Silk Oil of Morocco Non Alcohol Volume Spray or Hairspray for great hold.

TYPE 4 - COILY

COILY HAIR, COMMONLY REFERRED TO AS AFRO-TEXTURED OR KINKY HAIR, IS NATURALLY VERY DRY AND SPONGY IN TEXTURE AND CAN BE SOFT AND FINE OR COARSE AND WIRY. STRANDS FORM VERY TIGHT, SMALL CURLS OF ZIG-ZAGS RIGHT FROM THE SCALP AND ARE PRONE TO MAJOR SHRINKAGE.

Coily - Coily hair, commonly referred to as a fro-textured or kinky hair, is natually very dry and spongy in texture and can be soft and fine or coarse and wiry. Strands from very tight, small curls or zig-zags right from the scalp and are prone to major shrinkage.

4A’s have dense springy, S-patterned coils that are the circumference of a crochet needle. Look to Skai Jackson if you have this texture type. If you’re a fan of wash and gos, styling should be done more frequently to keep this coily texture popping with soft, pliable strands. A curling cream with a leave-in moisturizer is a must for adding more moisture to daily wash-and-go styling. Silk Oil of Morocco Argan Leave in Curl Crème is an instant Intense Moisture hit. Also use Silk Oil of Morocco Sulfate free (non-stripping) Argan Intense Moisture Shampoo.

4B strands are densely packed and can bend in sharp angles like the letter Z. “Issa Rae has beautiful coily 4B hair. It can be shaped in many different ways. Make sure to keep your scalp refreshed and hydrated you use Silk Oil of Morocco Intense Moisture Sulfate Free Argan Shampoo. Styling creams with Moisture is a must - like Silk Oil of Morocco Argan Curl Hydrating Crème, for this hair type because they are thicker and are great for palm-rolling or shingling, two type of product distribution methods that stretch out coils and clump them for greater texture definition and elongation.

4C hair is similar to 4B textures, but the tightly coiled strands are more fragile and have a very tight zig-zag pattern that is sometimes indiscernible to the eye. This hair type experiences the greatest amount of shrinkage about 75 percent or more than the other textures. If you are a 4C, take your style cues from Lupita Nyong’o. Her hair is simply stunning.
Since shrinkage and dryness are major concerns for these tightly-coiled folks, use a liberal amount of leave-in moisturizer, such as Silk Argan Curl Crème to max the length of those strands.

Which Products are Curly Girl Approved from Silk Oil of Morocco?

Argan Vegan Curl Creme - 200ml

Enhances natural curls by promoting curl definition
Controls fly away curls and curl frizz
Lightweight formula - does not weigh hair down
Helps provide hair 'bounce'
Leaves hair feeling soft, shiny and silky smooth
Has a pleasant and vibrant passionfruit fragrance
Can be used on both dry and towel dried hair
Easy to use squeeze tube with snap top cap
Made in Australia
Vegan
Not tested on animals

Argan Vegan Intense Moisture Sulfate Free Shampoo - 100ml, 375ml, 1 litre

Formulated with Cold Pressed Certified Organic Argan Oil
Gently cleanses the hair and scalp
Packs hair with hydration and moisture
Leaves the hair feeling soft, shiny and silky smooth
Has a pleasant and vibrant passionfruit fragrance
Can be used on hair extensions and chemically straightened hair
Made in Australia
Vegan
Not tested on animals

Argan Vegan Rep-Hair Sulfate Free Shampoo - 100ml, 375ml, 1 litre

Gently cleanses the hair and scalp
Formulated with Cold Pressed Certified Organic Argan Oil
Uses Keratrix anti-breakage technology to help repair weak, brittle and damaged hair. Increases hair resistance and elasticity and helps mend and strengthen the hair.
Leaves the hair feeling soft, shiny and silky smooth
Has a lovely melon berry fragrance
Made in Australia
Vegan
Not tested on animals

Silk-Oil-of-Morocco-Leavein-Spray-Curly-approved

Argan Vegan Rep-Hair Leave-In Protein Spray - 60ml, 250ml

Uses Keratrix anti-breakage technology to help repair weak, brittle and damaged hair. Increases hair resistance and elasticity and helps to mend and strengthen hair.
Formulated with Soy Protein to promote fuller, thicker looking hair
Can be used as a leave-in hair treatment or aid in styling
Leaves the hair feeling hydrated, moisturised, soft and shiny
Has a lovely melon berry fragrance
Made in Australia
Vegan
Not tested on animals

Silk-Oil-of-Morocco-Volumizing-Shampoo-Curly-approved

Argan Vegan Volumizing Sulfate Free Shampoo - 100ml, 375ml, 1 litre

Gently cleanses the hair and scalp
Formulated with Hydrolyzed Soy Protein which enhances hair manageability, helps mend and smooth hair, increases the hair's natural ability to retain moisture and improves tensile strength. It also help promote the appearance of thicker looking hair
Leaves the hair feeling soft, shiny and silky smooth
Has a beautiful jasmine green tea fragrance
Made in Australia
Vegan
Not tested on animals

Silk-Oil-of-Morocco-Volumizing-Dust-Curly-approved

Argan Vegan Volumizing Dust - 10g

Formulated with Cold Pressed Certified Organic Argan Oil
Helps create height, style, body and volume
Adds texture
Helps absorb excess oil from hair roots
Translucent dust (suitable for any hair colour)
Lightweight formula does not weigh hair down
Easy to use shaker bottle
Fragrance free
Made in Australia
Vegan
Not tested on animals

Silk-Oil-of-Morocco-Liquid-Volumizer-Curly-approved

Argan Vegan Liquid Volumizer - 60ml, 250ml

Helps provide style, body and bounce to fine, limp hair
Leaves hair feeling nourished whilst adding volume
Non-sticky, lightweight formula that does not weigh hair down
Finishes hair with a light volumized hold
Beautiful jasmine green tea fragrance
Easy to use non-aerosol fine mist spray bottle
Made in Australia
Vegan
Not tested on animals

Silk-Oil-of-Morocco-Detox-Shampoo-Curly-approved

Argan Vegan Sulfate Free Detox Shampoo - 100ml, 250ml, 1 litre

Gently cleanses the hair and scalp
Helps to remove product build-up and oily residues
Helps to restore moisture balance
Safe to use on permanent hair colours
Enhanced with stimulating Spearmint Essential Oil providing a beautiful natural aroma
Great for people who swim regularly and suffer from chlorine build-up
Made in Australia
Vegan
Not tested on animals

Silk-Oil-of-Morocco-Toning-Shampoo-Curly-approved

Argan Vegan Toning Sulfate Free Shampoo - 100ml, 250ml, 1 litre

Contains a blend of mild sulfate free cleansers
Gently cleanses and refreshes blonde, grey or tinted/highlighted hair
Violet Pigment helps prevent brassy tones
Provides moisture to hair and leaves the hair feeling soft and shiny
Beautiful aroma of coconut, mango and orange essential oils
Made in Australia
Vegan
Not tested on animals

Silk-Oil-of-Morocco-Sunshield-Shampoo-Curly-approved

Argan Vegan Sulfate Free Sun Shield Shampoo - 200ml

Gently cleanses the hair and scalp
Formulated with Hydrolyzed Soy Protein which enhances hair manageability, helps mend and smooth hair, increases the hair's natural ability to retain moisture and improves tensile strength
Enhanced with UV filters to help protect hair against UV rays and from drying effects caused by the sun
Leaves the hair feeling soft, shiny and silky smooth
Has an uplifting and refreshing lemon citrus fragrance
Made in Australia
Vegan
Not tested on animals

Silk-Oil-of-Morocco-Hairspray-Curly-approved

Alcohol Free Argan Vegan Hair Spray - 60ml, 125ml, 250ml

Formulated Soy Protein to help protect, strengthen and improve hair styling
Provides a medium and flexible hold ideal for upstyles
Adds instant shine
Creates volume
Helps control frizz and fly-aways
Can be used on wet hair to create body and texture
Beautiful aroma of coconut, mango and orange essential oils
Easy to use non-aerosol fine mist spray bottle
Made in Australia
Vegan
Not tested on animals

Silk-Oil-of-Morocco-Hair-Towel-Curly-approved

Silk Microfibre Hair Towel Wrap

Effectively absorbs water
Delicate on hair
Minimizes hair friction that can lead to hair damage
Helps to decrease hair frizz and fly-aways
Provides a faster drying time compared with ordinary towels
Innovative design featuring a back button to secure towel in place\
Machine washable
Lightweight
Made in Australia
Vegan
Not tested on animals

Silk-Oil-of-Morocco-Detanglers-Curly-approved

Silk Detangling Comb Rose Gold, Gold - Silk Detangler - Rose Gold, Gold

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