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I moved to Bangalore recently and was searching for a stylist. Happened upon your blog. I have curly hair that started greying quite prematurely. At 42 my hair on top is almost 40% grey. I don’t colour my hair. Just thought would be interesting to do a guest post on your blog on what I do to manage it. Or live happily with it.
Hey Vani! Sure. Please send in your curly hair routine, 2-3 photos of you and your hair and a pic of the hair products you use to the e-mail id mentioned on this page 🙂
Hi anjana,
Can you please recommend me a cg conditioner for my low porosity 2c/3a curls. I loose a lot of hair while detanxgling. Also, for my hair would a gel be good or milk? It’s winters in US and I’m struggling with dry brittle hair
Hi anjana, i normally use dove shampoo and dove conditioner for hair wash. I thought of buying conditioner and gel from your suggestion. But my mom suggested me to continue with the dove conditioner and told me to buy the gel alone from your list. Is it fine to continue with the dove conditioner or is it compulsory to buy any of the suggested conditioner?
Hi Anjana,
I have damaged my hair as I have to travel alot ,Ranchi ,Andhra and Bangalore.I have frequent hairfall,my hair has become dry ,too frizzy, unmanageable and i am loosing my curls.Kindly suggest me pocket friendly shampoo and conditioners. I am too worried for hairs.As i have tried so many shampoos n conditioners so i m getting dandruff too.
Hi Anjana! I was looking for a budget protein free Shampoo to start off with l. Also I wanted to know if a gel is necessary or not to keep the curl in shape? I’ve been using the tresemme botanique nourish and replenish conditioner the silicone free one.
Hey Anjana
I stumbled upon this page as I was researching the cgm as I’m about to start my transition and was very happy to come across someone with Indian hair as most bloggers out there did not fit my type. What you’re doing with this page is amazing and I wish you only the best for the future.
i now switched to “Lovea Nature Shampoo – Cacao Nirvana, Very Dry Hair” shampoo and enliven coconut conditioner. I followed the CG method.
1- i diluted shampoo in water and washed my hair
2 – applied conditioner and de-tangled, scrunched.
3- then i applied bblunt curl cream and scrunched my hair.
I started seeing my curls getting formed. Then i air dried my hair. Finally when my hair was dried, it was dry and the ends and was tangled again 🙁
I am not sure what went wrong.
Next day, i refreshed my hair again by appling enliven as leave in and detangled. Again after it was air dried it was tangled.
above are the products i have and i also have set-wet & Giovanni LA Gel, aloevera gel. Please tell me a combination of routines on how these products can be used to prevent tangle and dryness.
I also have Himalaya anti dandruff and Himalaya protein cream. Can these also be used.
Hi Ramya, have you seen my curly hair routine video? YouTube Video! My curly hair routine 🙂 – is that how you apply your products? Also use a gel also – any of those that you said you have. But not the Himalaya cream.
Yes i saw ur youtube video and followed to an extent 🙂 i guess sulfate free and silicone free products are not suiting my hair.
Earlier i was using tresemme shampoo and conditioners and once in a while head and shoulders as my hair is prone to dandruff. While i used these my hair was much healthy, bouncy and shiny. after switching to these new products my hair is just doing ok and not as early how it was.
Can i still switch back to my old products and then scrunch it with bblunt hair cream?
Which parlor/hair stylist do you suggest for a haircut in bangalore for curly hair?
I did not have much luck at Bblunt. And any other parlor i try just suggest me to straighten them :!
Hey Anjana!
How many layers are there in your hair and how do they make a deep v shape at the back.
Also bblunt is the salon which I can’t afford can u suggest some more salons which can easily cater our curly problems.
Curly Girl
Love xoxo
Hey CG, layers cannot be counted – they are merged. Deep V is similar to a V cut. The stylist will know. I haven’t tried any other salons but you can choose a salon that fits your budget and always explain these points to them 🙂
Is cutting my hair crucial to my curl pattern. I am currently in CG method for about 2 months.
I also need more advice on my routine, is this the right place to discuss them?
Everytime I go to a salon for hair cut I end up with basic u cut or trim.I don’t have idea of how long layer cut will look on curly hair. And even if I get that haircut done how will I know that is it done correctly or not. Please help me out
Hey Gloria, hair pattern changes due to hormonal changes are usually not reversible. Maybe once your hormones have settled down, you may get back your curls. But there’s nothing you can do.
Your blog has been so helpful to me as no one in my family has curly hair anymore (my mother did when she was young but lost them) so I don’t have any guidance on how to properly treat my hair.
I have an odd question. I am training to be a professional dancer and therefore I am required to pull my hair back into a bun everyday. However due to this when I take my hair out after class my curls are no longer in their usual pattern and my hair looks like a mess; resulting in me never having my hair out. I am at school where I train half a day dance and half a day academic so I am unable to wet my hair after I dance as I have classes to attend. Do you have any suggestions on what I can do to so I can wear my hair out?
Thank you so much and so sorry for such long wording for the question
Hey Aisha! Yes, buns can destroy curl definition. While working out, I put my hair up in a high pony using a claw clip. I am not sure if that is an option while dancing.
Hi Anjana,
I just started co washing and I find that my dandruff has increased after a week. Co washed twice probably. Is it common? And when there is a lot of dandruff do you still continue to just cowash? Or use a dandruff shampoo then cowash? Or just dandruff ?? Please suggest some ideas
Hi Anjana I am from Navi Mumbai. I don’t know if the hairstylist will cut my hair properly or not. They straighten my hair first with blow dryer and then cut my hair. At that point of time it feels wonderful but after wash, hair looks shorter and more frizzy.
And also I wish to buy enliven conditioner but it isn’t available on any shopping site. Is it available offline or suggest some other way.
Last but not the least Thank you so much
Ur blog is a saviour for all my curly hair problems 😊
Hi! I came across your blog from Instagram. I have curly hair and have recently coloured it. Can you recommend me curl friendly colour protecting shampoos and conditioners? I currently use TIGI bed head colour goddess oil infused shampoo and conditioner
I am 100% new to the whole curl world, I grew up with very curly hair, no one else in my family has it so I’m completely lost on what to do. My hair is a mix of ringlet curls(about the size of a marker)/ s shaped waves in random places, mainly 3a type though. Some days it’s 100% curly and others it doesn’t want to curl, it’s very straight and flat around the roots. I’ve stopped flat ironing my hair, only doing it on very special occasions. It gets frizzy around my roots, I tried to skip washing it but it gets greasy by the next day or two. If I sleep on it, dry or wet, it’s a matted, frizzy mess. I’ve tried numerous products and I wanted to know what you think I should try next/ what I should do to get my hair to it’s full potential.
I recently chanced upon your blog, and it inspired me to start taking care of my natural waves. I’ve got 2B-2C waves that actually looks really unruly when left open, so I often just pull it up into a ponytail. I’ve slowly moved onto a CG routine and while the front still looks unruly, the back of my hair has defined curls.
This request might seem a bit strange especially considering the other requests here, but I wish to have looser waves. My hair looks crimpy and lifeless, somewhere between long beautiful curls and straight hair, and I’ve always loved waves. But I feel like my waves are a bit too tight, and I want to loosen them. Is it possible? Or should I just go ahead and tighten them up?
Thanks a lot! And your blog has been incredibly helpful, especially considering the lack of awareness here in India.
Hi Anjana,
I just came across your website today and I am surprised to see how elaborate your website is on how to take care of curly hair! I was born in a Chinese family, my dad has curly hair while my mom has really, poofy, hair. In result, I have coarse 2a/2b hair. None of us knew how to handle it, I’ve been straightening my hair chemically and by heat for the past 5 years because I had to maintain short hair due to high school regulations.
Now that I’ve graduated from high school, I decided it’s time to stop straightening my hair and start changing up my routine to care for my natural wavy hair. Your website seems very helpful but most of the products recommended are not available in my country, Malaysia. Can you help me find the right product for my hair?
I have wavy hair and i had been doing chemical treatment for the past 2 years.i have frizzy baby hair on my crown region…i have tried a lot of ways to tame them..do you have any solution to this?
Hi Anjana, Rest everything works for me but I am still not able to find a right product to tame my frizz. My hair type would be 2c wavy. I don’t really need to detangle my hair in the shower and the curl cream i use perfectly defines the waves but still it can’t control the frizz. Should I go for hair serums/ mousses? When should I apply them on my hair – on damp hair before applying the curl cream or in the end for final touch?
Hi Anjana. I can’t tell you how glad i am to have come across your blog on everything about curly hair. I loved your section on the range of curly hair products that you have recommended right from shampoos to conditioners,gels and oils for every budget. I have a combination of 3a/3b hair and always struggle with buying good curl products in India. I wanted to check with you if it’s safe to buy products online specially the ones that are not manufactured here (i would like to try deva curl and cantu product line as i have used shea moisture in the past and didn’t like it too much). I am a bit skeptical about purchasing these products online coz of genuinety issues. Would love to hear your opinion / feedback
Hi
I was just searching for some nice curly hair tips and came across your blog. I am 19. I have never chemically straightened my hair but started using straightners during my 10th Std. Now I Am in college 1st year and years of straightening had probably damaged my hair. My hair volume has reduced and i have a lot of hair fall. I have never liked my hair. I like straight hair. My curls look beautiful when they are wet but as soon as they dry I just don’t have the confidence to carry them. Can you please help me with some of my queries?
How do I start my daily care routine?
Can you suggest easy hair styles for some occasions for curly hair?
Hi
I was searching for some curly tips and I found this. My hair is not chemically treated and I don’t use irons. But my hair frizzy. After reading a lot of tips and all I started a method which is not exactly a cg method. But it did work for me. I stoped combing n rubbing. I prepare some hair mask and use it. Now my hair has changed a lot. But still my crown area is frizzy and looks lifeless once it is dry. Rest of my hair is beautiful, soft and frizz free. I donno what to do. Please help me with some tips.
Hey,
so it is said that you shouldn’t use products with paraben for curly hair. you have suggested the Revlon flex body building conditioner which has got parabens. then how is it good for curly hair?
Hey Anjana, where do you really get your deva curl products from? I don’t want to buy from amazon, because I bought off lot of fake products from it recently. I don’t mind paying shipping charges, but I want the source to be genuine.
Hi beautiful! Your blog started me on my curly hair journey. Never take care of my physical and menatl health and had been forced by family to frubmy hair now I’m heat free four months and I push back and taking care of my hair that fell from stress and malnutrition and damage. It has been helping my mental health tol thank you and helping me work harder on it! You’re an inspiration truly, thank you.
My hair has been getting softer and healthier again and hopefully thicker. But suddenly it got very dry after using a hotel shampoo and then Lovea (French brand) shea butter hair mask as deep co. I cut silicones and parabens etc but still use sulfates as I transition and commit fully but I dilute Garnier Naturals Avocado and Shea Butter shampoo with rose water and peppermint oil. I cowashed with Garnier conditioner from same line and sused ACV rinse with tea tree oil and lavender oil but still not soft. Used coconut oil, castor oil, and sesame oil as prepoo.
I am confused because I do the strand tests soem strands snap almost right away and some stretch and stretch and stretch. I read protein deficiency can cause dryness too but the dryness was very sudden and my low porosity hair usually doesn’t like proteins. Almost all my produts contain shea butter (Cantu, lovea, Shea Moisture, Garnier, and a line of Argan shampoo) and proteins in the mix so I don’t understand why lots of strands kee stretching.
I’m beginning to regain some of the softness when I used aloe vera pure gel all over my hair and scalp as prespoo but noticed more hair loss that wash so now I don’t know.
Finally, I have ovary problems so my hair thins and recedes in front. Any tips for hair growth that works especially on this area and with an abundance of male hormones?
Hi Anjana, how can I get more volume on the crown area. I straightened my wavy/curly hair for years and have decided to embrace my natural hair 2 months ago. It is getting curlier as the weeks go by, but. The top crown area is still struggling. It doesn’t curl as well, is flat and part of it is completely straight! Any suggestions?
Heyy Anjana,
I am glad I found your blog which intrigued me on trying this curly hair routine, but before that I was wondering if I could get defined curly hair. I used to have curly hair after I was born, but over time I lost them and now I have type 2a curls, so I was wondering if I start to follow your hair routine will I get my curls back?
Hi Anjana! I’ve just started the journey of not applying heat on my hair for about 1 month now. I get decent curls just by loosely twirling my hair after a wash even though I don’t use any curling cream or any product at all, so you can imagine the frizz I get!! I live in Indonesia so it is difficult to get curly products but I’m going to A’dam next month. I’m planning to buy a high quality gel product that can control my frizz!
I only have a budget to buy 2 products, so can you recommend a gel product for me? I have medium to high porosity, medium to fine hair, mostly 3A curls.
I want to buy a gel that eventually can do international shipping so Devacurl is not an option. Some possible contenders: Jessicurl, Bouncecurl, Curls, Boucleme, Camille Rose Naturals.
On google, I’ve found a shop called megorgeous. Their website doesnt have many products but their IG seems to show that they carry many brands. Can I expect to see more variety in their shop in A’dam?
Thank you so much for replying & your website has been soooo informative.
I’m not indian but i grew up here, my dad had really curly hair when he was younger but he never really had to manage it. Until i hit puberty i had pin straight hair so for the last 8 years i’ve just tied my hair in a pony tail or let it loose (on random days that my hair would look good miraculously). recently i found the curly hair subreddit and saw your blog suggested on it. i don’t really know my hair type i think i’m 2c or 3a, currently i am only using sulfate and silicone free shampoo and conditioner as i am not in india and can’t find anything else where i am (curlies aren’t that common here).
I really want to start caring for my hair as it is not something i am accustomed to doing as i was never taught it. i have been trying the squish to condish only using the conditioner that i have, however, while i am air drying it does not stay in curls rather it becomes wavy and then really frizzy. the first few times that i tried the CG method it seemed to work perfectly fine, however now it is opening.
Also i live in goa do you know whether most of the products that you have listed can be easily purchased there?
Sorry for the rambling i would have gone on but i thought that this would be enough
Hi Di,
I apply oil twice a week because i am suffering from hair fall and hence co washing leaves my hair greasy. So any shampoo / co wash product recommendations please.
Please recommend a sulphate and silicon free shampoo and conditioner for my 2c/3a hair type. I went through your post of sulphate/silicon free conditioner but i am unable to choose the best one. My hair is dry.
Hi, I want to start hair routine but i have one question that should I first get my hair trimmed ?
One more question I have greys so hair colouring is preferable or not?
Hi Anjana,
I find your blog tonight and it’s mesmerizing! I want a makeover for my hair. My hair was more curly but now it’s become loose. Honestly I was not a big fan of my frizzy curly hair and liking the current one. Can I email you my hair picture? It’d be great if you look at my hair and suggest a haircut for me.
TIA
I read a number of blogs written by you in just one go. I must complement you on the content and the connect I could build up with you.
I think every line you wrote reminded me of a time when I have gone through the same sentiments about my hair.
Having said that, I do wish to rather speak with you as there’s so much I need to discuss about my hair.
I have been experiencing extreme levels of dryness, breakage and hairfall. A few years ago, I already lost a lot of hair due to chemical treatments and then I started to live in Pune, where the water almost stole my hair from me. I did a lot from oils to mineral water wash to supplements to control the damage. It did stop at a point, but I have limp hair, thankfully curly though. I had completely lost faith in hair products and restored to oil, shampoo and conditioner for my routine. However, last one year.. my hair has been the driest ever, coarse and curls have completely frizzed out. For the little volume i have, it is affecting me emotionally as well to be honest.
There are tons of hair products in the market and I am so confused as to where to begin with. I did read your beginners guide, but i am nervous about experimenting a lot. Ofcourse i want to use good products, but more importantly safe. I have tried Ogx coconut and cocoa butter products and sadly, it feels so creamy and yet the moisture from any of these does not seem to penetrate my hair at all. I have tried John Freida leave ins as well, it works just a bit for some time, but I am not able to get to the ringlets phase that I once had only by sleeping with wet hair and a regular absolute repair mask.
My hair are so dry and breaking out that I feel the need to first repair my curls.
I think your opinion can make mean like that of a hair doctor in my case.
Please let me know the best way to communicate with you (a phone call or WhatsApp will be extremely helpful for me to begin with a few products based on your recommendation).
Regards
Gracy
Hey Gracy, the kit is what I recommend. I can’t give you more personalised recommendations as it is outside the scope of a blog 🙂 The Kit would be a good starting point and based on that, if you like/dislike something, you can always comment and I’d be happy to help 🙂
What do I need to do in order to get a flat crown then followed by curls? I don’t want curls from roots.i would love to have a flat crown hair then followed by curls hair.please suggest.it would be helpful.
Hey, Anjana there is this new line of CG friendly curly hair products, almost all the products, similar to DevaCurl’s, launched in india, it also has certified seller, which I am grateful for, called aveda. Their products are available in Nykaa, what do you think about them, and would you review them?
Hi anjana , i have a medium curly hair which is frizzy and i have hair fall too . I used to shampoo my hair only 5 to 6 times in a month . I don’t know from where to start . Can u please help me by suggesting some natural products for me to make my hair strong as well as my curls to look beautiful.
Hi this is Namitha.. I started the curly hair routine from 2 months. Initially my hair looked very beautiful .. but after a month or so I started loosing my hair.. it looks like I’m shedding:-( please help!!
Hi Anjana..,
This is Niharika.,I’ve always had a very thick and long hair…(my family used to called me kuttaparti saibaba..:p)..I used to live abroad since i was a baby and i shifted to India a few years ago… as soon as i moved here…(i live in bombay ) i started loosing a lot of hair.only about half of my hair volume is what remains…though it looks voluminous. I have dandruff too and just the to layer of my hair is frizzy while underneath it is quite beautiful.. and because of that i dont do any kind of hairstyle ..i jut do a simple bun because i dont want to damage it further…
my problem is that my hair is halfway down my back when dry and it doesnt seem to grow any longer and that it is frizzy and pouffy…
could you please suggest me what i can do ?
thanks!
Hi Anjana,
I have been following the CG Method for about 5 washes now.What comes after using clarifying shampoo?Can I continue with the CG safe conditioner,leave in n so on?can one clarify hair and co wash in the same wash?is it even advisable?clearly so much of doubts 😅
Thank you!
Hi Anjana,
I have a dry bushy hair.. m sure if it’s curly or wavy.. I have chemically straightened my hair .. would like to start my curly girl routine as my natural hair has grown back up to 6 inches .. pelase create a post for gals like me who would like embrace their natural hair post straightening
My hair is dry and quite literally lifeless. I also have tons of dandruff.
My curls are 2c/3a (I think). I’ve never used any product in my hair, max I do is apply coconut oil, that is, whenever I remember to. I went through your blog consisting of the various product and even the beginners one. However, the products on the beginner list for fine 3a/3b curly hair are unavailable. I’m not sure how to pick from the list. Could you please suggest alternatives?
Hii!! this is kavita. I have extremely dry hair specially the scalp area is full of frizz and baby hair. I have following your routine from past 3 week nd wash my once in a week nd comb them daily. Kindly help me
Your post has changed my life and even that of my hair !
I love showing the world it’s curly now 😊
Thanks a lot for your detailed posts ! Truly appreciate it 😊
I started in May 2018, and my hair is 4a coarse.
Though I am still working towards the journey , I wished to ask you a question. My hairs are turning grey ,just wanted to know if there was something you could suggest about it . I noticed that they have grayed a lot at the front since last 6- 8 months .
Products i use –
Oil – coconut oil, tried the olive oil as well as per your blogs.
Cannot detangle ever using the oil , as my hair is too curly and knots easily.
Shampoo – not particular, as I dilute them and rarely use it, maybe 2 times a month
Wash my hair 2 times a week- Sunday and Thursday ( if I am not lazy 🙄, rest refresh with aloe Vera gel)
Conditioner – use enliven conditioner as detangling of my hair is possible only with this !! And I do use a lot 🙄😜
While scrunching use L’Oréal conditioner as per your suggestions
Cantu Shea moisturizing curl activator
Gel – Schwarzkopf Taft Marathon , since it’s over right now Enliven gel( I don’t like this much) will use the first one, once this gets over.
I am having a fine curly hair when i comb and break my curls pattern my hair looks thick and when i keep my curls pattern it looks very thin and when my hair is wet i have curls pattern from my forehead and when my hair is dry my curls pattern disappears on my forehead and my hair looks flat till mid length and my ends look curly please suggest some tips for me.
Hey,Anjana! I have naturally curly thick and frizzy hair and I have hated them for my life. In 2016 I straightened my hair ( I loved them and so did eveyone around me) and it made me accept my hair and insecurities in 2018 since them I have been researching about stylists and routines to enhance my curls and to define them. Yesterday night, I read about the products and your hair care routine. Today, I tried it with the products I had at home. I am so thankful to you. I never knew I had such lovely curls. And this was just the first time I am sure they are going to get better over the months. Thank you so much for this life altering change you have provided me. I just have one little query, I am a student and hence hate keeping my hair open all the time, I usually tie a pony. There is this thing that I have heard that a scrunchie or a thick rubber band is better for curly hair as compared to the thin ones. What is your take on it? And will my curls get spoiled or go away if I tie a pony?
Hey Hiloni! Thick scrunchie may prevent breakage better than thin ones – that’s the only reason. You can use both and check which you like.
Pony shouldn’t spoil the curls.
Hi Anjana. Just wanted to thank you for your helpful blog. I am still trying to figure out what’s best for my hair and how to manage my hair. Your blog has helped me a lot. Thanks again..❤
Hi Anjana.. your blog is a godsend for Indian curlies. I’ve been following the routine for a few months and it has worked very well for me. But ever since I tried the gelatin mask my hair has started misbehaving. After the first application, my hair instantly regained its long-lost shine but later started getting dry, rough, very frizzy and extremely knotty. It doesn’t behave like soft, wet hair no matter how much water and conditioner I use, it looks and feels like straw. I don’t have any chemical/heat/straightening damage. I followed up with a deep conditioning treatment with the Ogx Quenching Coconut Curls Curling Hair Butter, using plenty of water and time but that didn’t help. I followed up with another gelatin mask (I didn’t think the mask was the culprit as my hair had become shiny, then lost its shine), followed by a couple weeks of routine wash. I tried washing with a regular shampoo in hopes of getting rid of buildup if any. Nothing is working on my curls again. 🙁
Products I’m using:
Wow Coconut Milk shampoo
Enliven conditioner + L’Oreal Paris Smooth Intense Conditioner
Devacurl Ultra Defining Gel
I’ve done a couple of washes using regular shampoo (Garnier Ultra Blends mythic olive oil). It hasn’t helped so far 🙁 my hair is sticking together and not clumping properly. There’s also been heavier hair loss than usual. What should I try next?
I just wanted to say thank you! I stumbled on your curly hair routine video a couple years ago. I tried it with immediate results. I was experimenting a lot and unfortunately I didn’t save any information about your site, and while I remembered watching a video and loved the results I just couldn’t remember where I had found it. I have been trying again to improve my hair results and stumbled upon your website last night. I was so excited, I watched several videos and tried your method this morning again. My results are amazing. I am thrilled, my hair looks and feels beautiful, and now I know where to find your site, I won’t forget again! Basically, I just wanted to say thank you so much, I’ve been trying and trying to find a method that suits my wavy/curly hair and have not been getting results. Thank you, thank you, thank you!
Hey Anjana,
I have thin curly hair and even after following the CG friendly routine it is very frizzy. For pre-poo I oil it with coconut oil and leave it overnight. For shampoo I use Head and Shoulders, I condition my hair with L’oreal Paris Total repair five and I use Set Wet cool hold gel. Even after using gel I have frizzy hair. What should I do??
Hi Anjana, my hairs have lots of volume but they are rough, frizzy, dry, baby hair stands up and main problem they weights down after 2 hours of dry they look flat from top of head.. I use L’Oreal serie expert lipidium mask as a conditioner because only this suits me others make hair dry and sometimes I use sulphate free shampoo sometimes sulphate one I don’t know which one should I use because that L’Oréal mask one has one ingredient ‘cone’ in it but you mentioned in your products.. I use curl cream as well. Now I want to order some really good GEL no price issue but it should hold my curls and not making they dry and Frizzy because they already are frizzy.please tell which gel is best and is an using right shampoo conditioner
Hi Anjana,
First of all thanks a lot for your blogs…it has inspired me to work on my curls…..i always had curly hairs but never cared for them…..I have recently strted CGM.. but my concern is i take headbath daily and in this very humid weather its making my hair damn frizzy…. so it ok to cowash and followed by leave in/ hair cream daily…..
Hi Anjana,
I have medium to long 3a curly hair. I generally style my hair into a bun 24/7 because that’s the only way I can be comfortable. The problem is, I am looking my curls to waves just after hours of washing my hair. Can you please tell me how to maintain curls still being comfortable.
PS: your tip to apply products when the hair is still dripping wet changed the life of my curls. Thank you.
Hi Suma, putting hair into manipulative styles can change its shape. That’s just how mendable curly hair naturally is. I put it up in a high pony when I want comfort, but yet want to leave my hair open after that.
Hi, Anjana..
i have started my curly hair journey as per your directions. And now i am in love with my curls. I am feeling very happy to tell you that everyone is complementing me for my hair and some random girls are asking me for tips on curly hair & i am happily recommending them my favorite site Curlsandbeatuydiry.com It feels so good whenever i get compliments. its all bcoz of you,Thank you so much for the guidance.
but i want some suggestions from you. i am still going through hair-fall and on the 3rd day of hair wash my hair becomes frizzy & dry and scalp becomes oily… is it bcoz of dandruff? currently for dandruff i am using himalaya anti dandruff shampoo i don’t know whether it will work or not and it has sulfate. also i am using enliven conditioner as leave-in conditioner only, i want to use leave-in cream so can i use Cantu Shea Butter for Natural Hair Leave In Conditioning Repair Cream or Cantu Shea Butter for Natural Hair Coconut Curling Cream or OGX Moroccan Curling perfection Defining Cream (as per your review it contains gradients of a gel and i am using L’Oréal Homme Strong Hold Gel 6) ? If yes then which is better… Please help me out with this…
Just wanted to say that you’re amazing at what you do. Thank you for giving us Indian curlies some hope 😊
For pretty much my entire life I’ve been doing the same oiling-brushing-braiding routine- which was pretty convenient for school, but now that I’m off to college, I want to change up my looks.
I was wondering if there’s any way I can get my hair pics to you (I don’t have Instagram btw). I really need help with determining my hair type. I don’t want to end up wasting money on the wrong products…
Hi
Ive been trying to follow the advice given in ur blog. But i find it difficult to style my hair coz combing dry hair makes it frizzy. How do i put it in a pony tail without combing the crown area to pull hair back neatly?
Hey Anjana! Hope you’re doing well.
So I do follow the whole curly girl method and was doing perfect with the products since past 3 months.
Suddenly since my past three washes my hair just looses curls. And I am pretty sure there is nothing wrong in the method. I even rewatched the video! And I use the products recommend by you.
Will it help if I get a hair spa or something? Please help me out!
Hi Anjana… I m following ur CG method. 1 year back I straighten by curl hair. So now I got rid of all those straighten hair. But curl are not that prominent n more frizzy So I m using loreal techni art gel to lock my curl. Can I use that product or plz suggest me something.
Hi,
I am really interested in the CG method, my hair is naturally pretty straight. Will this method make a difference to my hair? Can it be trained to curl?
Thanks
I would like to know from where do you order the devacurl leave-in cream. From amazon and flipkart it is very expensive than their actual prcie.
Is it okay to buy from strawberry.net.
Hi
thankyou for your effort- to overcome curls befriending them and helping others. Having thick hair with curls prone to weather changes and quick dryness- i can relate to your journey. My Q is regarding combing, as without it, the hair doesnt listen. So if you say scrunching curls after hair wash-how to remove tangles on daily basis without brush or comb- which is another problem by itself.
Hi !
I have been following you for quite sometime. I have 2c/3a type curls and I have been following the CG method for a few weeks now. I am using curl up products. I do not use any gel. My hair seems to get really frizzy in the crown area on the 2nd day and gets worse further. Also even the hair below doesnt look defined. Also while hair wash I have too much hairfall. Now I am doubtful if I am doing the right thing. Please advise.
My fiance is a big fan of yours. I want to surprise her with Deva curls package. I have no idea what to buy for her. I would love to present her a gift hamper of sorts. It doesn’t have to be just Deva curls but that’s the only one I am familiar with.
She is 2C-3A approx and has been having some hair fall problems recently. What would be a nice present for her?
Hi Anjana.
When I first got into the curly hair routine I referred to your blog for help. It helped me find my products.
Since following the CG method I decided to grow my hair longer. Recently I have started to experience hair fall in large quantities. I recently moved from Kolkata to Mysore, this could be one reason but I started experiencing hair fall even while I was in Kolkata. Now that I am in Mysore the amount of hair fall has increased a lot. Could you help me find what I am doing wrong and what measure should I take to rectify it?
Thank you.
Hey Anjana!
Really appreciate your contribution to the curly community:)
I have a number of queries regarding my own curly hair. Is there a way I can send you pictures of my hair to get a better idea?
Thanks
Hey Anjana … Thankyou for all the informations that u have provided with great efforts regarding curly hair and curly hair friendly products. It’s extremely useful 🙂
I have a query .. I found enliven raspberry and red apple conditioner in Amazon and it had UK flag image in the bottle whereas the pics you have posted in ur page doesn’t have it . Can I go ahead and buy it ? Is it the original one ?
Hey Anjana
I am just about to start my transition and I have been struggling with dandruff for the longest time and nothing seems to work to completely eradicate it and I’m really scared to use products like vinegar and lemon on my scalp but I recently came across this Ayurvedic oil/medicine called ‘Psoria’ which gave me immediate and Amazing results but later when I shampoo my hair it just seems to reverse the effect of the oil and I hate having an oily scalp hence why I shampoo after oiling and I’m so confused as to what to use when I start my transition now.
Hey Anjana!
Your blog has really changed the way I’m taking care of my curly hair!😁
I came across these shampoo bars and conditioner bars by Soapworks that I wanted to try. It seems like a really good product for my hair and the environment! I’ve got 2C/3A curls. What are your opinions on this product?
Hey ,
I really need your advice
So I told my dad to order the Wahl super dry diffuser (that you reviewed )he ordered the wahl argan oil infused hair diffuser
Do I need to exchange ,or can this also work ? Which is better ??
Hi, I had permanently straightened my hair and its almost half grown out now. I want to learn how to manage my new curls but theres so much information all in one go I dont know where to start! Could you offer me some advice please and also what are the best ways I can manage and tame frizz as a beginner?
Hi, I started following the curly hair routine 5 months ago but my curls are still undefined and my hair starts to get frizzy once it starts to dry after a shower. I’m not sure what mistakes I might be making so any help and advice will be greatly appreciated! Also, hope you are doing fine amongst all this uncertainty with the pandemic and all!
Thanks, I did check them out. But I have a recurring issue of dandruff and I need to scrub my scalp hard to remove them.
I understand that this might be causing the frizz. Is there any way that I can tame my frizzy hair but at the same time remove the dandruff?
Hi, Anjana!
My hair needs major saving 🙁
I was asked to use the following products:
– Giovanni Organic Smooth As Silk Deep Moisture Shampoo
– Giovanni Organic Tea Tree Triple Treat Invigorating Conditioner
– Giovanni Organic Natural Mousse Hair Styling Spray Foam
– Giovanni L.A. Hold Styling Gel (Strong Hold)
I even apply almond or coconut oil one night before head bath. But nothing is helping…
Please suggest what I should do? The frizz is still untamed.
Perhaps just a better or a stronger serum? A better conditioner? I am at sea here…
Hi Anjana!
Can you suggest me any treatment to control hairfall.
Iam looking for any kind of protien treatment or something which helps to tame the frizz and also helps in the hairfall control.
Also i dont want to lose the texture of my natural curls.
Please help.
My hairs re curly and very light and thin, especially on scalp. I have hairfall issue while hair conditioning – so stick to no conditioning and baby shaampoo-ing now (my current hair care routine).
Pls suggest me products that is suitable – and no hairfall because of products. Thankyou!
Hey, i pretty much stated following this routine you mentioned above, i stay in a humid state in india , my hair feels dry after 2 days of washing as curls and start getting frizzy, what can i do to avoid this,?
HI ANJANA DI
I came across your page while searching for plum hair care range review..you saved me from getting my money dumped…i totally loved your page and decided to start my cg routine..i bought enliven fruit extrcts conditioner and as you said shampoo is just for cleaning scalp so i went with my old shampoo (loreal serie expert gold + quinoa one) … for the gel i went with patanjali aloevera gel as i was kinda scared of using any other gel ..i thought i won’t be able to remove that hard gel cast…the night before yesterday i had my first cgr wash …tbh i loved it ..the conditioner is pocket friendly and also feel so great on hair…but the gel part i did not liked that much..it made my hair sticky..and also i was not sure how to use that..i just used that by your method instead with an aloe vera gel …i plopped (not neatly) ..and slept off..tbh i couldn’t sleep properly in excitement for the result..so..the next day..the result was impressive …i was not sure whether i have to scrunch more or u don’t need to scrunch after aloevera gel…and then i made the biggest mistake ..i used my serum (strex walnut oil serum) …and scrunched…ughh..it made my hair so sticky and awkward…and also my hair looke weak and loose curls …not even proper ones…i just made a bun out of them…now i am confused which serum should i use…and also my scalp feels so oily and sticky..tell me why please…and i have slight dandruff problem too…and yess…during detangling my hair in shower i lost a hella lot of them…i was covered with hairs…please please please help me out…i know it’s a really long comment but i am looking forward to see your reply before my next washday….
And thank you very much for this page..
Youtube is filled with either sponsered videos or bad ones…thanks for making our cg world a happy place…
Hey anjana….I would like to know how to style your hair after plopping or drying….. usually after plopping is done…even though curls are defined ….but it’s in a messy way….feels like comb it n style…..but can’t do that……so could share your experience about that
Hi Anjana. I feel very happy to have found your blog. This has given me a greater hope in my life as curly & frizzy hair has been a source of unhappiness since young age. I’ve planned to buy the kit mentioned by you and start the process. Before that, I would like to know more about hair mask. Though you’ve mentioned about hair mask in one of the pages, I’m still confused as to when should one apply mask and what difference will it make from not applying it. I don’t know how to go about using hair mask. Please suggest here. Thank you in advance.
Also adding to the above question on hair mask and deep conditioning, I would like to know if set wet gel’s prolonged use will cause hair damage as I’ve heard that it has side effects.
Hi anjana! Long time follower here. I began my journey in 2018 and it was great but after lockdown I seem to have forgotten about everything and my hair is not like before. It’s been two years and now it’s so damaged and I don’t know how to repair n bring my curls back. Could you please suggest me something? It would be so helpful. TIA
Hello Anjana. I tried the basics of CG method but I didn’t get expected results. As per one of the guide, one should deep condition/oil ones hair once a week. If so then I cannot co-wash the hair because I wash my hair only once a week. So oiling makes me use shampoo every week. I tried to skip oil for a couple of weeks post washing with shampoo but I felt the product was just a lot on my hair and was pulling it down but was not fresh as I took to only co-washing in those couple of weeks. So in this case, how can I bring in co-washing and remove shampooing every week but still deep condition my hair with oil on a weekly basis?
I also use castor oil with coconut oil as that has been a part of hair nourishing since young age. Including the above, I also use shikakai powder before shampooing. Please let me know if castor oil and shikakai are good to be used before shampooing.
Hi Deepa, it is absolutely not necessary to include co-washing, especially if you are finding it hard to include it.
If you like the results with whatever you are using, it is fine to continue.
Blog Comments
Vani
August 28, 2016 at 7:13 pm
I moved to Bangalore recently and was searching for a stylist. Happened upon your blog. I have curly hair that started greying quite prematurely. At 42 my hair on top is almost 40% grey. I don’t colour my hair. Just thought would be interesting to do a guest post on your blog on what I do to manage it. Or live happily with it.
Anjana
August 29, 2016 at 11:13 am
Hey Vani! Sure. Please send in your curly hair routine, 2-3 photos of you and your hair and a pic of the hair products you use to the e-mail id mentioned on this page 🙂
Monica
November 26, 2019 at 6:45 pm
Hi anjana,
Can you please recommend me a cg conditioner for my low porosity 2c/3a curls. I loose a lot of hair while detanxgling. Also, for my hair would a gel be good or milk? It’s winters in US and I’m struggling with dry brittle hair
Anjana
November 26, 2019 at 8:25 pm
Hi Monica, try https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/devacurl-one-condition-delight-original-review/
A gel and milk have totally different purposes – https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/10-types-curly-hair-products/
Check this https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/curly-hair-care-products-to-use-according-to-the-weather/
Amirtha
September 7, 2020 at 12:24 pm
Hi anjana, i normally use dove shampoo and dove conditioner for hair wash. I thought of buying conditioner and gel from your suggestion. But my mom suggested me to continue with the dove conditioner and told me to buy the gel alone from your list. Is it fine to continue with the dove conditioner or is it compulsory to buy any of the suggested conditioner?
Anjana
September 8, 2020 at 3:51 pm
Yes you can mix and match the products 🙂
Swati
April 18, 2019 at 3:00 pm
Hi Anjana,
I have damaged my hair as I have to travel alot ,Ranchi ,Andhra and Bangalore.I have frequent hairfall,my hair has become dry ,too frizzy, unmanageable and i am loosing my curls.Kindly suggest me pocket friendly shampoo and conditioners. I am too worried for hairs.As i have tried so many shampoos n conditioners so i m getting dandruff too.
Anjana
April 23, 2019 at 3:02 pm
https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/start-here/
Meghana Kering
March 11, 2020 at 6:40 pm
Hi Anjana! I was looking for a budget protein free Shampoo to start off with l. Also I wanted to know if a gel is necessary or not to keep the curl in shape? I’ve been using the tresemme botanique nourish and replenish conditioner the silicone free one.
Anjana
March 11, 2020 at 8:31 pm
Check this Meghana – https://www.amazon.in/gp/product/B07MJV8X48/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=curandbeadia-21&camp=3638&creative=24630&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B07MJV8X48&linkId=8380692401cb5e0f16a0a380fa6d6820
That depends on a lot of things like weather, curl pattern etc. Try with and without a gel and see what you like best 🙂
Anna
June 10, 2020 at 7:35 am
Hey Anjana
I stumbled upon this page as I was researching the cgm as I’m about to start my transition and was very happy to come across someone with Indian hair as most bloggers out there did not fit my type. What you’re doing with this page is amazing and I wish you only the best for the future.
Anjana
June 10, 2020 at 2:25 pm
I am so glad to hear that, Anna 🙂
Asha S
November 9, 2016 at 4:46 pm
Hi,
I want to visit your salon please let me know the address.
mridula murmu
March 8, 2017 at 5:54 pm
Hi Anjana,
I have natural curly hair. when it is wet looks good and in dry very bad.can you tell me what to use for wet look and how ?
Anjana
March 9, 2017 at 10:26 am
Hi Mridula, please follow the curly hair routine and you will start seeing results 🙂 – https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/my-curly-hair-routine/
Ramya
May 8, 2017 at 9:18 am
Hi Anjana,
Hope you are doing good.
i now switched to “Lovea Nature Shampoo – Cacao Nirvana, Very Dry Hair” shampoo and enliven coconut conditioner. I followed the CG method.
1- i diluted shampoo in water and washed my hair
2 – applied conditioner and de-tangled, scrunched.
3- then i applied bblunt curl cream and scrunched my hair.
I started seeing my curls getting formed. Then i air dried my hair. Finally when my hair was dried, it was dry and the ends and was tangled again 🙁
I am not sure what went wrong.
Next day, i refreshed my hair again by appling enliven as leave in and detangled. Again after it was air dried it was tangled.
above are the products i have and i also have set-wet & Giovanni LA Gel, aloevera gel. Please tell me a combination of routines on how these products can be used to prevent tangle and dryness.
I also have Himalaya anti dandruff and Himalaya protein cream. Can these also be used.
I guess i bombarded you with questions 🙂 !
Regards,
Ramya M
Anjana
May 8, 2017 at 11:23 am
Hi Ramya, have you seen my curly hair routine video? YouTube Video! My curly hair routine 🙂 – is that how you apply your products? Also use a gel also – any of those that you said you have. But not the Himalaya cream.
Priyadarshini
November 25, 2019 at 7:54 pm
Hi
For DC , can i use himalaya protein cream.
This question is not related to CG routine.
I just want to know if the products is good for hair.
Anjana
November 26, 2019 at 2:37 pm
Hey, I haven’t used it Priya
Ramya
May 8, 2017 at 12:32 pm
Hi Anjana,
Yes i saw ur youtube video and followed to an extent 🙂 i guess sulfate free and silicone free products are not suiting my hair.
Earlier i was using tresemme shampoo and conditioners and once in a while head and shoulders as my hair is prone to dandruff. While i used these my hair was much healthy, bouncy and shiny. after switching to these new products my hair is just doing ok and not as early how it was.
Can i still switch back to my old products and then scrunch it with bblunt hair cream?
Soo much of confusion 🙂
Anjana
May 8, 2017 at 1:55 pm
Yes you can do anything that your hair pleases 🙂
Kavitha LM
July 15, 2017 at 2:19 pm
Hi Anjana,
Which parlor/hair stylist do you suggest for a haircut in bangalore for curly hair?
I did not have much luck at Bblunt. And any other parlor i try just suggest me to straighten them :!
Anjana
July 16, 2017 at 6:11 pm
Hey Kavitha 🙂 I think I responded to you on FB 🙂 did you get it cut?
CG
July 25, 2017 at 10:49 pm
Hey Anjana!
How many layers are there in your hair and how do they make a deep v shape at the back.
Also bblunt is the salon which I can’t afford can u suggest some more salons which can easily cater our curly problems.
Curly Girl
Love xoxo
Anjana
July 26, 2017 at 10:44 am
Hey CG, layers cannot be counted – they are merged. Deep V is similar to a V cut. The stylist will know. I haven’t tried any other salons but you can choose a salon that fits your budget and always explain these points to them 🙂
Kiasha
August 13, 2018 at 1:38 pm
Is cutting my hair crucial to my curl pattern. I am currently in CG method for about 2 months.
I also need more advice on my routine, is this the right place to discuss them?
Shria
November 18, 2017 at 1:04 pm
Everytime I go to a salon for hair cut I end up with basic u cut or trim.I don’t have idea of how long layer cut will look on curly hair. And even if I get that haircut done how will I know that is it done correctly or not. Please help me out
Anjana
November 19, 2017 at 8:45 pm
You would have to trust your stylist..which city are you from?
Jaya
January 3, 2018 at 1:01 pm
Can you please do a review on miss jessies multicultural curls
Anjana
January 4, 2018 at 11:03 am
I will when I get my hands on it 🙂
Gloria
January 23, 2018 at 8:42 pm
Hello!
Your blog is amazing!
I had curly hair, but after giving a birth to my baby, my curls are lost.
I want to have them again.
Is that possible?
I bought this products:
– Wahre Schatze shampoo without silicon
– Garnier Fructis Sleek & Shine Leave In Hair Conditioner
– https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00B19QZSU/ref=mp_s_a_1_4_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1516719606&sr=8-4&keywords=alverde+butter+avocado&dpPl=1&dpID=51kjcWB3MwL&ref=plSrch
Is this ok to start with?
I will need a conditioner, can you suggest me some who will pass in this combination?
Thanks!
Anjana
January 23, 2018 at 8:45 pm
Hey Gloria, hair pattern changes due to hormonal changes are usually not reversible. Maybe once your hormones have settled down, you may get back your curls. But there’s nothing you can do.
Aisha Samat
January 24, 2018 at 3:06 pm
Hi Anjana,
Your blog has been so helpful to me as no one in my family has curly hair anymore (my mother did when she was young but lost them) so I don’t have any guidance on how to properly treat my hair.
I have an odd question. I am training to be a professional dancer and therefore I am required to pull my hair back into a bun everyday. However due to this when I take my hair out after class my curls are no longer in their usual pattern and my hair looks like a mess; resulting in me never having my hair out. I am at school where I train half a day dance and half a day academic so I am unable to wet my hair after I dance as I have classes to attend. Do you have any suggestions on what I can do to so I can wear my hair out?
Thank you so much and so sorry for such long wording for the question
Anjana
January 24, 2018 at 3:33 pm
Hey Aisha! Yes, buns can destroy curl definition. While working out, I put my hair up in a high pony using a claw clip. I am not sure if that is an option while dancing.
Malini
January 26, 2018 at 3:49 am
Hi Anjana,
I just started co washing and I find that my dandruff has increased after a week. Co washed twice probably. Is it common? And when there is a lot of dandruff do you still continue to just cowash? Or use a dandruff shampoo then cowash? Or just dandruff ?? Please suggest some ideas
Anjana
January 29, 2018 at 12:00 pm
Cowash may not suit dandruff prone scalp. So your better choice would be to use a shampoo.
Shria
January 30, 2018 at 4:12 pm
Hi Anjana I am from Navi Mumbai. I don’t know if the hairstylist will cut my hair properly or not. They straighten my hair first with blow dryer and then cut my hair. At that point of time it feels wonderful but after wash, hair looks shorter and more frizzy.
And also I wish to buy enliven conditioner but it isn’t available on any shopping site. Is it available offline or suggest some other way.
Last but not the least Thank you so much
Ur blog is a saviour for all my curly hair problems 😊
Anjana
January 30, 2018 at 4:23 pm
Hey Shria, check this for better options Getting a Haircut – Curly Hair Stylists in India. Enliven is out of stock everywhere so check the oriflame ones mentioned here List of Silicone free conditioners in India (with reviews/purchase links). Glad to be of help ❤
Priyanka
June 21, 2018 at 12:01 pm
Hi Anjana,
I could not see any stylist for Pune location on https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/getting-haircut-curly-hair-stylists-india/
Can you suggest any who will not blow dry and cut my hair properly?
Thank you so much for your blog. 🙂
Anjana
June 21, 2018 at 8:33 pm
Whoever have been suggested by readers are on the post. I don’t know anything more 🙂
Arya
February 5, 2018 at 6:57 pm
Hi! I came across your blog from Instagram. I have curly hair and have recently coloured it. Can you recommend me curl friendly colour protecting shampoos and conditioners? I currently use TIGI bed head colour goddess oil infused shampoo and conditioner
Anjana
February 6, 2018 at 10:49 am
Hey Arya! Check my newest post..it’s all about colouring curly hair
priyanka
February 12, 2018 at 2:40 pm
hey…!!
Sorry if im disturbing u a lott
but… i really dont know how to choose the right product for my curls
should i avoid silicones to my curls
Anjana
February 13, 2018 at 11:54 am
Are you completely new to curly hair care? Then check this – Beginner Friendly Products – Curly Hair Starter Kit Else check this CG Method and CG Friendly Products in India (Intermediate and Advanced Curly Hair Care)
sujita
February 21, 2018 at 3:02 pm
Anjana,
I’ve used the gel. Amazing results. Thank you so much !! 🙂 🙂
Anjana
February 21, 2018 at 3:06 pm
Which gel?
Maddie
March 21, 2018 at 6:11 am
Anjana,
I am 100% new to the whole curl world, I grew up with very curly hair, no one else in my family has it so I’m completely lost on what to do. My hair is a mix of ringlet curls(about the size of a marker)/ s shaped waves in random places, mainly 3a type though. Some days it’s 100% curly and others it doesn’t want to curl, it’s very straight and flat around the roots. I’ve stopped flat ironing my hair, only doing it on very special occasions. It gets frizzy around my roots, I tried to skip washing it but it gets greasy by the next day or two. If I sleep on it, dry or wet, it’s a matted, frizzy mess. I’ve tried numerous products and I wanted to know what you think I should try next/ what I should do to get my hair to it’s full potential.
Anjana
March 21, 2018 at 10:26 am
The most important thing you should do immediately is ditch irons completely. Even using is once can damage hair and not allow it to bloom – https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/heat-damage-curly-hair/
Sruthi
April 1, 2018 at 6:04 pm
Help me how to use sheabutter for deep conditioning
Anjana
April 2, 2018 at 10:14 am
Mix it with any of the ingredients in this post – 3 homemade hair masks for curly hair
Niharika Marella
May 15, 2018 at 12:31 am
Hi Anjana!
I recently chanced upon your blog, and it inspired me to start taking care of my natural waves. I’ve got 2B-2C waves that actually looks really unruly when left open, so I often just pull it up into a ponytail. I’ve slowly moved onto a CG routine and while the front still looks unruly, the back of my hair has defined curls.
This request might seem a bit strange especially considering the other requests here, but I wish to have looser waves. My hair looks crimpy and lifeless, somewhere between long beautiful curls and straight hair, and I’ve always loved waves. But I feel like my waves are a bit too tight, and I want to loosen them. Is it possible? Or should I just go ahead and tighten them up?
Thanks a lot! And your blog has been incredibly helpful, especially considering the lack of awareness here in India.
Anjana
May 16, 2018 at 2:21 pm
If you ask me, I’d only tell you to embrace what YOU have 🙂
Grace
May 18, 2018 at 1:24 pm
Hi Anjana,
I just came across your website today and I am surprised to see how elaborate your website is on how to take care of curly hair! I was born in a Chinese family, my dad has curly hair while my mom has really, poofy, hair. In result, I have coarse 2a/2b hair. None of us knew how to handle it, I’ve been straightening my hair chemically and by heat for the past 5 years because I had to maintain short hair due to high school regulations.
Now that I’ve graduated from high school, I decided it’s time to stop straightening my hair and start changing up my routine to care for my natural wavy hair. Your website seems very helpful but most of the products recommended are not available in my country, Malaysia. Can you help me find the right product for my hair?
Cheers and thank you very much <3
Anjana
May 18, 2018 at 5:54 pm
Hi Grace, you can always look for ingredients and buy what is available in your country. Check these articles https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/ingredients-look-hair-gel/ and https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/ingredients-look-conditioner/
Navanit
May 22, 2018 at 9:49 am
I have wavy hair and i had been doing chemical treatment for the past 2 years.i have frizzy baby hair on my crown region…i have tried a lot of ways to tame them..do you have any solution to this?
Anjana
May 22, 2018 at 10:31 am
Have you cut off all the straightened bits?
mimi
June 2, 2018 at 3:34 pm
Hi Anjana, Rest everything works for me but I am still not able to find a right product to tame my frizz. My hair type would be 2c wavy. I don’t really need to detangle my hair in the shower and the curl cream i use perfectly defines the waves but still it can’t control the frizz. Should I go for hair serums/ mousses? When should I apply them on my hair – on damp hair before applying the curl cream or in the end for final touch?
Anjana
June 4, 2018 at 11:30 am
Have you seen this Mimi https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/beginner-friendly-simple-curly-hair-starter-kit/
Fiza
June 5, 2018 at 8:08 am
Hi Anjana. I can’t tell you how glad i am to have come across your blog on everything about curly hair. I loved your section on the range of curly hair products that you have recommended right from shampoos to conditioners,gels and oils for every budget. I have a combination of 3a/3b hair and always struggle with buying good curl products in India. I wanted to check with you if it’s safe to buy products online specially the ones that are not manufactured here (i would like to try deva curl and cantu product line as i have used shea moisture in the past and didn’t like it too much). I am a bit skeptical about purchasing these products online coz of genuinety issues. Would love to hear your opinion / feedback
Anjana
June 5, 2018 at 10:13 am
Yes of course, just check the seller rating and reviews before buying
Deeksha
June 11, 2018 at 10:35 pm
Hi
I was just searching for some nice curly hair tips and came across your blog. I am 19. I have never chemically straightened my hair but started using straightners during my 10th Std. Now I Am in college 1st year and years of straightening had probably damaged my hair. My hair volume has reduced and i have a lot of hair fall. I have never liked my hair. I like straight hair. My curls look beautiful when they are wet but as soon as they dry I just don’t have the confidence to carry them. Can you please help me with some of my queries?
How do I start my daily care routine?
Can you suggest easy hair styles for some occasions for curly hair?
Anjana
June 13, 2018 at 11:00 am
Check this Deeksha https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/start-here/
Jyothi
June 13, 2018 at 7:08 pm
Hi
I was searching for some curly tips and I found this. My hair is not chemically treated and I don’t use irons. But my hair frizzy. After reading a lot of tips and all I started a method which is not exactly a cg method. But it did work for me. I stoped combing n rubbing. I prepare some hair mask and use it. Now my hair has changed a lot. But still my crown area is frizzy and looks lifeless once it is dry. Rest of my hair is beautiful, soft and frizz free. I donno what to do. Please help me with some tips.
Anjana
June 14, 2018 at 9:54 am
https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/7-ways-to-make-your-crown-area-frizz-free-tackle-baby-hair/
Shreya A
June 19, 2018 at 5:18 pm
Hey,
so it is said that you shouldn’t use products with paraben for curly hair. you have suggested the Revlon flex body building conditioner which has got parabens. then how is it good for curly hair?
Anjana
June 19, 2018 at 5:26 pm
Curly Hair FAQ – there’s a point on parabens in the post
Swetha
July 8, 2018 at 5:30 am
Hey Anjana, where do you really get your deva curl products from? I don’t want to buy from amazon, because I bought off lot of fake products from it recently. I don’t mind paying shipping charges, but I want the source to be genuine.
Anjana
July 9, 2018 at 1:39 pm
I always buy from Amazon Swetha. Check for the seller ratings and reviews before buying.
Swetha
July 9, 2018 at 1:49 pm
Thank you for your time Anjana
Rose
August 3, 2018 at 5:54 pm
Hi Anjana,
The wash day i will have nice curls, but next day when I get up the hair is all messy. How to take care of my curls when Im sleeping?
Nermine Ibrahime
August 4, 2018 at 4:58 pm
Hi beautiful! Your blog started me on my curly hair journey. Never take care of my physical and menatl health and had been forced by family to frubmy hair now I’m heat free four months and I push back and taking care of my hair that fell from stress and malnutrition and damage. It has been helping my mental health tol thank you and helping me work harder on it! You’re an inspiration truly, thank you.
My hair has been getting softer and healthier again and hopefully thicker. But suddenly it got very dry after using a hotel shampoo and then Lovea (French brand) shea butter hair mask as deep co. I cut silicones and parabens etc but still use sulfates as I transition and commit fully but I dilute Garnier Naturals Avocado and Shea Butter shampoo with rose water and peppermint oil. I cowashed with Garnier conditioner from same line and sused ACV rinse with tea tree oil and lavender oil but still not soft. Used coconut oil, castor oil, and sesame oil as prepoo.
I am confused because I do the strand tests soem strands snap almost right away and some stretch and stretch and stretch. I read protein deficiency can cause dryness too but the dryness was very sudden and my low porosity hair usually doesn’t like proteins. Almost all my produts contain shea butter (Cantu, lovea, Shea Moisture, Garnier, and a line of Argan shampoo) and proteins in the mix so I don’t understand why lots of strands kee stretching.
I’m beginning to regain some of the softness when I used aloe vera pure gel all over my hair and scalp as prespoo but noticed more hair loss that wash so now I don’t know.
Finally, I have ovary problems so my hair thins and recedes in front. Any tips for hair growth that works especially on this area and with an abundance of male hormones?
Anjana
August 6, 2018 at 3:26 pm
Have you tried deep conditioning Nermine? https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/hairfall-causes-remedies/
Nermine
August 6, 2018 at 4:02 pm
Yes but seemed too heavy. Will try some of the stuff you mentioned. Latest I tried aloe vera as prepoo.
Ana
August 7, 2018 at 3:05 pm
Hi Anjana, how can I get more volume on the crown area. I straightened my wavy/curly hair for years and have decided to embrace my natural hair 2 months ago. It is getting curlier as the weeks go by, but. The top crown area is still struggling. It doesn’t curl as well, is flat and part of it is completely straight! Any suggestions?
Anjana
August 7, 2018 at 3:20 pm
Ana, check this https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/10-ways-prevent-crown-lying-flat-curls-roots/
Saima
August 21, 2018 at 8:35 pm
Heyy Anjana,
I am glad I found your blog which intrigued me on trying this curly hair routine, but before that I was wondering if I could get defined curly hair. I used to have curly hair after I was born, but over time I lost them and now I have type 2a curls, so I was wondering if I start to follow your hair routine will I get my curls back?
Thank you
Anjana
August 22, 2018 at 1:29 pm
No, it will only define what you already have
Fitri
August 25, 2018 at 5:37 am
Hi Anjana! I’ve just started the journey of not applying heat on my hair for about 1 month now. I get decent curls just by loosely twirling my hair after a wash even though I don’t use any curling cream or any product at all, so you can imagine the frizz I get!! I live in Indonesia so it is difficult to get curly products but I’m going to A’dam next month. I’m planning to buy a high quality gel product that can control my frizz!
I only have a budget to buy 2 products, so can you recommend a gel product for me? I have medium to high porosity, medium to fine hair, mostly 3A curls.
I want to buy a gel that eventually can do international shipping so Devacurl is not an option. Some possible contenders: Jessicurl, Bouncecurl, Curls, Boucleme, Camille Rose Naturals.
On google, I’ve found a shop called megorgeous. Their website doesnt have many products but their IG seems to show that they carry many brands. Can I expect to see more variety in their shop in A’dam?
Thank you so much for replying & your website has been soooo informative.
Anjana
August 27, 2018 at 2:37 pm
Yes that shop carries all the brands! You can try Jessicurl Spiralicious gel or Boucleme gel
Kiko
September 1, 2018 at 9:02 pm
I’m not indian but i grew up here, my dad had really curly hair when he was younger but he never really had to manage it. Until i hit puberty i had pin straight hair so for the last 8 years i’ve just tied my hair in a pony tail or let it loose (on random days that my hair would look good miraculously). recently i found the curly hair subreddit and saw your blog suggested on it. i don’t really know my hair type i think i’m 2c or 3a, currently i am only using sulfate and silicone free shampoo and conditioner as i am not in india and can’t find anything else where i am (curlies aren’t that common here).
I really want to start caring for my hair as it is not something i am accustomed to doing as i was never taught it. i have been trying the squish to condish only using the conditioner that i have, however, while i am air drying it does not stay in curls rather it becomes wavy and then really frizzy. the first few times that i tried the CG method it seemed to work perfectly fine, however now it is opening.
Also i live in goa do you know whether most of the products that you have listed can be easily purchased there?
Sorry for the rambling i would have gone on but i thought that this would be enough
Anjana
September 3, 2018 at 2:48 pm
Doesn’t amazon deliver to Goa?
Ruchika
September 23, 2018 at 12:05 pm
Hi Di,
I apply oil twice a week because i am suffering from hair fall and hence co washing leaves my hair greasy. So any shampoo / co wash product recommendations please.
Anjana
September 24, 2018 at 1:18 pm
You can use any shampoo from this list https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/list-sulphate-free-shampoos-india/
Ruchika
September 23, 2018 at 4:22 pm
Please recommend a sulphate and silicon free shampoo and conditioner for my 2c/3a hair type. I went through your post of sulphate/silicon free conditioner but i am unable to choose the best one. My hair is dry.
Anjana
September 24, 2018 at 1:19 pm
Here you go https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/beginner-friendly-simple-curly-hair-starter-kit/
Ruchika
September 24, 2018 at 4:05 pm
Thanx di
Dhara kumbhani
October 19, 2018 at 12:30 pm
Hi, I want to start hair routine but i have one question that should I first get my hair trimmed ?
One more question I have greys so hair colouring is preferable or not?
Anjana
October 19, 2018 at 1:37 pm
Trimmed why?
For colouring, check this – https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/colouring-curly-hair-treat-damage/
Priyanka
November 10, 2018 at 12:38 am
Hi Anjana,
I find your blog tonight and it’s mesmerizing! I want a makeover for my hair. My hair was more curly but now it’s become loose. Honestly I was not a big fan of my frizzy curly hair and liking the current one. Can I email you my hair picture? It’d be great if you look at my hair and suggest a haircut for me.
TIA
Anjana
November 12, 2018 at 3:00 pm
https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/haircuts-for-curly-hair/
Gracy
December 3, 2018 at 2:43 am
Hi Anjana
I read a number of blogs written by you in just one go. I must complement you on the content and the connect I could build up with you.
I think every line you wrote reminded me of a time when I have gone through the same sentiments about my hair.
Having said that, I do wish to rather speak with you as there’s so much I need to discuss about my hair.
I have been experiencing extreme levels of dryness, breakage and hairfall. A few years ago, I already lost a lot of hair due to chemical treatments and then I started to live in Pune, where the water almost stole my hair from me. I did a lot from oils to mineral water wash to supplements to control the damage. It did stop at a point, but I have limp hair, thankfully curly though. I had completely lost faith in hair products and restored to oil, shampoo and conditioner for my routine. However, last one year.. my hair has been the driest ever, coarse and curls have completely frizzed out. For the little volume i have, it is affecting me emotionally as well to be honest.
There are tons of hair products in the market and I am so confused as to where to begin with. I did read your beginners guide, but i am nervous about experimenting a lot. Ofcourse i want to use good products, but more importantly safe. I have tried Ogx coconut and cocoa butter products and sadly, it feels so creamy and yet the moisture from any of these does not seem to penetrate my hair at all. I have tried John Freida leave ins as well, it works just a bit for some time, but I am not able to get to the ringlets phase that I once had only by sleeping with wet hair and a regular absolute repair mask.
My hair are so dry and breaking out that I feel the need to first repair my curls.
I think your opinion can make mean like that of a hair doctor in my case.
Please let me know the best way to communicate with you (a phone call or WhatsApp will be extremely helpful for me to begin with a few products based on your recommendation).
Regards
Gracy
Anjana
December 3, 2018 at 4:40 pm
Hey Gracy, the kit is what I recommend. I can’t give you more personalised recommendations as it is outside the scope of a blog 🙂 The Kit would be a good starting point and based on that, if you like/dislike something, you can always comment and I’d be happy to help 🙂
Rabia sultana
December 4, 2018 at 2:18 pm
Hi Anjana,
What do I need to do in order to get a flat crown then followed by curls? I don’t want curls from roots.i would love to have a flat crown hair then followed by curls hair.please suggest.it would be helpful.
Anjana
December 4, 2018 at 2:46 pm
Probably do the opposite of things mentioned here – https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/10-ways-prevent-crown-lying-flat-curls-roots/
Swetha
December 4, 2018 at 7:41 pm
Hey, Anjana there is this new line of CG friendly curly hair products, almost all the products, similar to DevaCurl’s, launched in india, it also has certified seller, which I am grateful for, called aveda. Their products are available in Nykaa, what do you think about them, and would you review them?
Anjana
December 5, 2018 at 6:12 pm
I have heard pretty good reviews on Aveda products though I haven’t tried them myself yet
Lima
December 18, 2018 at 5:39 pm
Hi anjana , i have a medium curly hair which is frizzy and i have hair fall too . I used to shampoo my hair only 5 to 6 times in a month . I don’t know from where to start . Can u please help me by suggesting some natural products for me to make my hair strong as well as my curls to look beautiful.
Anjana
December 18, 2018 at 6:07 pm
Lima, check this https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/start-here/
Namitha
December 30, 2018 at 2:04 pm
Hi this is Namitha.. I started the curly hair routine from 2 months. Initially my hair looked very beautiful .. but after a month or so I started loosing my hair.. it looks like I’m shedding:-( please help!!
Anjana
January 2, 2019 at 1:55 pm
Check this Namitha https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/hairfall-causes-remedies/
Niharika Iyer
January 1, 2019 at 1:08 pm
Hi Anjana..,
This is Niharika.,I’ve always had a very thick and long hair…(my family used to called me kuttaparti saibaba..:p)..I used to live abroad since i was a baby and i shifted to India a few years ago… as soon as i moved here…(i live in bombay ) i started loosing a lot of hair.only about half of my hair volume is what remains…though it looks voluminous. I have dandruff too and just the to layer of my hair is frizzy while underneath it is quite beautiful.. and because of that i dont do any kind of hairstyle ..i jut do a simple bun because i dont want to damage it further…
my problem is that my hair is halfway down my back when dry and it doesnt seem to grow any longer and that it is frizzy and pouffy…
could you please suggest me what i can do ?
thanks!
Anjana
January 2, 2019 at 1:57 pm
Check these Niharika
https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/start-here-curly-hair/
https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/7-ways-to-grow-healthy-hair/
Anitha
January 5, 2019 at 2:02 pm
Hi Anjana,
I have been following the CG Method for about 5 washes now.What comes after using clarifying shampoo?Can I continue with the CG safe conditioner,leave in n so on?can one clarify hair and co wash in the same wash?is it even advisable?clearly so much of doubts 😅
Thank you!
Anjana
January 8, 2019 at 5:53 pm
Yes you can continue with CG products.
It doesn’t make sense to cowash after clarifying as cowashing is a method of cleansing
Yashaswini
January 9, 2019 at 8:39 pm
Hi Anjana,
I have a dry bushy hair.. m sure if it’s curly or wavy.. I have chemically straightened my hair .. would like to start my curly girl routine as my natural hair has grown back up to 6 inches .. pelase create a post for gals like me who would like embrace their natural hair post straightening
Anjana
January 10, 2019 at 4:18 pm
https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/how-to-transition-from-chemically-straightened-hair-to-your-natural-curly-hair/
Samhita
January 15, 2019 at 11:16 pm
Hi Anjana,
My hair is dry and quite literally lifeless. I also have tons of dandruff.
My curls are 2c/3a (I think). I’ve never used any product in my hair, max I do is apply coconut oil, that is, whenever I remember to. I went through your blog consisting of the various product and even the beginners one. However, the products on the beginner list for fine 3a/3b curly hair are unavailable. I’m not sure how to pick from the list. Could you please suggest alternatives?
Looking forward to your response.
Anjana
January 16, 2019 at 7:50 pm
I have updated the list Samhita
Samhita
January 17, 2019 at 2:16 pm
Thank you so much!!
Kavita
February 20, 2019 at 9:40 pm
Hii!! this is kavita. I have extremely dry hair specially the scalp area is full of frizz and baby hair. I have following your routine from past 3 week nd wash my once in a week nd comb them daily. Kindly help me
Anjana
February 22, 2019 at 4:11 pm
You are not supposed to comb dry hair. Have you read the full routine ? https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/my-curly-hair-routine/
Aishvarya
February 28, 2019 at 10:36 pm
Hi Anjana,
Your post has changed my life and even that of my hair !
I love showing the world it’s curly now 😊
Thanks a lot for your detailed posts ! Truly appreciate it 😊
I started in May 2018, and my hair is 4a coarse.
Though I am still working towards the journey , I wished to ask you a question. My hairs are turning grey ,just wanted to know if there was something you could suggest about it . I noticed that they have grayed a lot at the front since last 6- 8 months .
Products i use –
Oil – coconut oil, tried the olive oil as well as per your blogs.
Cannot detangle ever using the oil , as my hair is too curly and knots easily.
Shampoo – not particular, as I dilute them and rarely use it, maybe 2 times a month
Wash my hair 2 times a week- Sunday and Thursday ( if I am not lazy 🙄, rest refresh with aloe Vera gel)
Conditioner – use enliven conditioner as detangling of my hair is possible only with this !! And I do use a lot 🙄😜
While scrunching use L’Oréal conditioner as per your suggestions
Cantu Shea moisturizing curl activator
Gel – Schwarzkopf Taft Marathon , since it’s over right now Enliven gel( I don’t like this much) will use the first one, once this gets over.
Do provide me any suggestions or tips…
Regards,
Aishvarya
Anjana
March 1, 2019 at 2:45 pm
Hey Aishvarya, check this https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/colouring-curly-hair-treat-damage/
nandhini
March 4, 2019 at 4:54 pm
Hi Sissy,
I am having a fine curly hair when i comb and break my curls pattern my hair looks thick and when i keep my curls pattern it looks very thin and when my hair is wet i have curls pattern from my forehead and when my hair is dry my curls pattern disappears on my forehead and my hair looks flat till mid length and my ends look curly please suggest some tips for me.
Anjana
March 4, 2019 at 9:13 pm
For the 1st issue – What products do you use?
For the 2nd, check this – https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/10-ways-prevent-crown-lying-flat-curls-roots/
aditi
March 6, 2019 at 7:18 pm
Oiling is required for curly hair?
Anjana
March 7, 2019 at 3:00 pm
It is not mandatory, I rarely oil
Hiloni
March 23, 2019 at 6:10 pm
Hey,Anjana! I have naturally curly thick and frizzy hair and I have hated them for my life. In 2016 I straightened my hair ( I loved them and so did eveyone around me) and it made me accept my hair and insecurities in 2018 since them I have been researching about stylists and routines to enhance my curls and to define them. Yesterday night, I read about the products and your hair care routine. Today, I tried it with the products I had at home. I am so thankful to you. I never knew I had such lovely curls. And this was just the first time I am sure they are going to get better over the months. Thank you so much for this life altering change you have provided me. I just have one little query, I am a student and hence hate keeping my hair open all the time, I usually tie a pony. There is this thing that I have heard that a scrunchie or a thick rubber band is better for curly hair as compared to the thin ones. What is your take on it? And will my curls get spoiled or go away if I tie a pony?
Anjana
March 26, 2019 at 2:22 pm
Hey Hiloni! Thick scrunchie may prevent breakage better than thin ones – that’s the only reason. You can use both and check which you like.
Pony shouldn’t spoil the curls.
Hiloni
April 3, 2019 at 10:45 pm
Thank you so much!❤️
Ankita Nair
March 25, 2019 at 2:00 pm
Hi Anjana,
Do you respond to Instagram DMs regarding product queries? 🙂
Kind Regards,
Ankita Nair
Anjana
March 26, 2019 at 2:23 pm
Please ask your doubts as comments here on the blog 🙂
Shivani
April 8, 2019 at 10:11 pm
Hi Anjana. Just wanted to thank you for your helpful blog. I am still trying to figure out what’s best for my hair and how to manage my hair. Your blog has helped me a lot. Thanks again..❤
Anjana
April 9, 2019 at 2:12 pm
I am so glad to hear that Shivani!
Vinita
May 2, 2019 at 2:55 pm
Hair cut for curly hair3b/c
Nemisha Sharma
May 10, 2019 at 9:29 am
Hi Anjana.. your blog is a godsend for Indian curlies. I’ve been following the routine for a few months and it has worked very well for me. But ever since I tried the gelatin mask my hair has started misbehaving. After the first application, my hair instantly regained its long-lost shine but later started getting dry, rough, very frizzy and extremely knotty. It doesn’t behave like soft, wet hair no matter how much water and conditioner I use, it looks and feels like straw. I don’t have any chemical/heat/straightening damage. I followed up with a deep conditioning treatment with the Ogx Quenching Coconut Curls Curling Hair Butter, using plenty of water and time but that didn’t help. I followed up with another gelatin mask (I didn’t think the mask was the culprit as my hair had become shiny, then lost its shine), followed by a couple weeks of routine wash. I tried washing with a regular shampoo in hopes of getting rid of buildup if any. Nothing is working on my curls again. 🙁
Products I’m using:
Wow Coconut Milk shampoo
Enliven conditioner + L’Oreal Paris Smooth Intense Conditioner
Devacurl Ultra Defining Gel
Please help me figure out what’s wrong..
Anjana
May 16, 2019 at 2:34 pm
Try clarifying, followed by deep conditioning – do this for a couple of washes
Nemisha Sharma
May 27, 2019 at 10:05 pm
I’ve done a couple of washes using regular shampoo (Garnier Ultra Blends mythic olive oil). It hasn’t helped so far 🙁 my hair is sticking together and not clumping properly. There’s also been heavier hair loss than usual. What should I try next?
Anjana
May 28, 2019 at 1:23 pm
Then just give it time Nemisha
Jen
May 10, 2019 at 8:17 pm
I just wanted to say thank you! I stumbled on your curly hair routine video a couple years ago. I tried it with immediate results. I was experimenting a lot and unfortunately I didn’t save any information about your site, and while I remembered watching a video and loved the results I just couldn’t remember where I had found it. I have been trying again to improve my hair results and stumbled upon your website last night. I was so excited, I watched several videos and tried your method this morning again. My results are amazing. I am thrilled, my hair looks and feels beautiful, and now I know where to find your site, I won’t forget again! Basically, I just wanted to say thank you so much, I’ve been trying and trying to find a method that suits my wavy/curly hair and have not been getting results. Thank you, thank you, thank you!
Anjana
May 16, 2019 at 2:35 pm
I am so so glad to read your comment Jen !
Jyotsana Manglani
May 12, 2019 at 11:23 am
Hey Anjana,
I have thin curly hair and even after following the CG friendly routine it is very frizzy. For pre-poo I oil it with coconut oil and leave it overnight. For shampoo I use Head and Shoulders, I condition my hair with L’oreal Paris Total repair five and I use Set Wet cool hold gel. Even after using gel I have frizzy hair. What should I do??
Anjana
May 16, 2019 at 2:36 pm
Please send me pics of your hair on Instagram (and tell me that you had commented here :))
Ash
May 12, 2019 at 12:44 pm
Hi Anjana, my hairs have lots of volume but they are rough, frizzy, dry, baby hair stands up and main problem they weights down after 2 hours of dry they look flat from top of head.. I use L’Oreal serie expert lipidium mask as a conditioner because only this suits me others make hair dry and sometimes I use sulphate free shampoo sometimes sulphate one I don’t know which one should I use because that L’Oréal mask one has one ingredient ‘cone’ in it but you mentioned in your products.. I use curl cream as well. Now I want to order some really good GEL no price issue but it should hold my curls and not making they dry and Frizzy because they already are frizzy.please tell which gel is best and is an using right shampoo conditioner
Anjana
May 16, 2019 at 2:37 pm
https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/beginner-friendly-simple-curly-hair-starter-kit/
Rishika Rastogi
May 18, 2019 at 10:19 am
Hi Anjana,
First of all thanks a lot for your blogs…it has inspired me to work on my curls…..i always had curly hairs but never cared for them…..I have recently strted CGM.. but my concern is i take headbath daily and in this very humid weather its making my hair damn frizzy…. so it ok to cowash and followed by leave in/ hair cream daily…..
Anjana
May 20, 2019 at 2:39 pm
It’s best not to wash hair daily, but if you have to then you can cowash and apply creams and gels daily
M. Suma sri
May 22, 2019 at 9:10 pm
Hi Anjana,
I have medium to long 3a curly hair. I generally style my hair into a bun 24/7 because that’s the only way I can be comfortable. The problem is, I am looking my curls to waves just after hours of washing my hair. Can you please tell me how to maintain curls still being comfortable.
PS: your tip to apply products when the hair is still dripping wet changed the life of my curls. Thank you.
Anjana
May 25, 2019 at 12:32 am
Hi Suma, putting hair into manipulative styles can change its shape. That’s just how mendable curly hair naturally is. I put it up in a high pony when I want comfort, but yet want to leave my hair open after that.
Komal
May 23, 2019 at 2:35 pm
Hi, Anjana..
i have started my curly hair journey as per your directions. And now i am in love with my curls. I am feeling very happy to tell you that everyone is complementing me for my hair and some random girls are asking me for tips on curly hair & i am happily recommending them my favorite site Curlsandbeatuydiry.com It feels so good whenever i get compliments. its all bcoz of you,Thank you so much for the guidance.
but i want some suggestions from you. i am still going through hair-fall and on the 3rd day of hair wash my hair becomes frizzy & dry and scalp becomes oily… is it bcoz of dandruff? currently for dandruff i am using himalaya anti dandruff shampoo i don’t know whether it will work or not and it has sulfate. also i am using enliven conditioner as leave-in conditioner only, i want to use leave-in cream so can i use Cantu Shea Butter for Natural Hair Leave In Conditioning Repair Cream or Cantu Shea Butter for Natural Hair Coconut Curling Cream or OGX Moroccan Curling perfection Defining Cream (as per your review it contains gradients of a gel and i am using L’Oréal Homme Strong Hold Gel 6) ? If yes then which is better… Please help me out with this…
Anjana
May 25, 2019 at 12:37 am
Hey Komal, So great to hear that!! https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/flaky-scalp-dandruff-dry-scalp-products-remedies/. And if the dandruff is really bothersome, best to consult a doc! For my product suggestions, please check this https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/beginner-friendly-simple-curly-hair-starter-kit/
Nikki
June 15, 2019 at 11:45 am
Hey Anjana
Just wanted to say that you’re amazing at what you do. Thank you for giving us Indian curlies some hope 😊
For pretty much my entire life I’ve been doing the same oiling-brushing-braiding routine- which was pretty convenient for school, but now that I’m off to college, I want to change up my looks.
I was wondering if there’s any way I can get my hair pics to you (I don’t have Instagram btw). I really need help with determining my hair type. I don’t want to end up wasting money on the wrong products…
Thanks in advance 🙂
Anjana
June 18, 2019 at 2:20 pm
Hi Nikki, Thank you! Unfortunately I only check my Instagram Dms
Jeena
July 2, 2019 at 8:20 pm
Hi
Ive been trying to follow the advice given in ur blog. But i find it difficult to style my hair coz combing dry hair makes it frizzy. How do i put it in a pony tail without combing the crown area to pull hair back neatly?
Anjana
July 3, 2019 at 1:17 pm
There’s no need to pull back hair straight 🙂 A curly pony is what I wear https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/11-easy-everyday-hairstyles-curly-hair/
Hiloni Gandhi
July 9, 2019 at 10:11 pm
Hey Anjana! Hope you’re doing well.
So I do follow the whole curly girl method and was doing perfect with the products since past 3 months.
Suddenly since my past three washes my hair just looses curls. And I am pretty sure there is nothing wrong in the method. I even rewatched the video! And I use the products recommend by you.
Will it help if I get a hair spa or something? Please help me out!
Anjana
July 10, 2019 at 4:24 pm
What do you mean loses curls?
Hiloni Gandhi
July 13, 2019 at 4:26 pm
My curls don’t stay intact. They lose the form and becomes bad. And even becomes freezy
Anjana
July 15, 2019 at 1:42 pm
https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/6-reasons-your-curls-have-become-looser-and-how-to-fix-it/
Pranjal
July 15, 2019 at 6:11 pm
Hi Anjana… I m following ur CG method. 1 year back I straighten by curl hair. So now I got rid of all those straighten hair. But curl are not that prominent n more frizzy So I m using loreal techni art gel to lock my curl. Can I use that product or plz suggest me something.
Anjana
July 16, 2019 at 2:01 pm
https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/beginner-friendly-simple-curly-hair-starter-kit/
Chelsey
July 20, 2019 at 10:36 pm
Hi,
I am really interested in the CG method, my hair is naturally pretty straight. Will this method make a difference to my hair? Can it be trained to curl?
Thanks
Anjana
July 22, 2019 at 3:28 pm
Not if your hair is stick straight Chelsey. If it does have some wave potential, it may be worth giving it a try!
Narni
August 6, 2019 at 2:41 pm
Hi Anjana,
I would like to know from where do you order the devacurl leave-in cream. From amazon and flipkart it is very expensive than their actual prcie.
Is it okay to buy from strawberry.net.
Anjana
August 6, 2019 at 7:09 pm
I usually get them on amazon or with anybody returning from the US. You can give strawberry.net a try though
Narni
August 9, 2019 at 3:33 pm
Thanks for your prompt reply.. appreciate it.!!
Ani
December 4, 2019 at 1:17 pm
Hi
thankyou for your effort- to overcome curls befriending them and helping others. Having thick hair with curls prone to weather changes and quick dryness- i can relate to your journey. My Q is regarding combing, as without it, the hair doesnt listen. So if you say scrunching curls after hair wash-how to remove tangles on daily basis without brush or comb- which is another problem by itself.
Anjana
December 4, 2019 at 2:41 pm
Check this Ani https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/7-ways-keep-curly-hair-tangle-free-between-washes/
PREETHI ARASU
December 11, 2019 at 4:46 pm
Hi !
I have been following you for quite sometime. I have 2c/3a type curls and I have been following the CG method for a few weeks now. I am using curl up products. I do not use any gel. My hair seems to get really frizzy in the crown area on the 2nd day and gets worse further. Also even the hair below doesnt look defined. Also while hair wash I have too much hairfall. Now I am doubtful if I am doing the right thing. Please advise.
Anjana
December 12, 2019 at 3:24 pm
Hi Preethi, please include a gel. And check these
https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/16-mistakes-might-making-curly-hair-routine/
https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/hairfall-causes-remedies/
Rakesh
December 21, 2019 at 5:33 am
Wedding present for her?
My fiance is a big fan of yours. I want to surprise her with Deva curls package. I have no idea what to buy for her. I would love to present her a gift hamper of sorts. It doesn’t have to be just Deva curls but that’s the only one I am familiar with.
She is 2C-3A approx and has been having some hair fall problems recently. What would be a nice present for her?
Anjana
December 23, 2019 at 3:24 pm
Hi Rakesh 🙂 That is thoughtful of you!
Any of these would be great –
https://www.devacurl.com/products/kits/wavy-make-them-gelous/v/31637845049426
https://www.devacurl.com/products/kits/wavy-routine-kit/v/30319705620562
https://www.devacurl.com/products/kits/ultimate-care-kit/v/30336047710290
https://www.devacurl.com/products/kits/share-wavy-love/v/30336156500050
Subham Agarwal
January 10, 2020 at 8:21 pm
Hi Anjana.
When I first got into the curly hair routine I referred to your blog for help. It helped me find my products.
Since following the CG method I decided to grow my hair longer. Recently I have started to experience hair fall in large quantities. I recently moved from Kolkata to Mysore, this could be one reason but I started experiencing hair fall even while I was in Kolkata. Now that I am in Mysore the amount of hair fall has increased a lot. Could you help me find what I am doing wrong and what measure should I take to rectify it?
Thank you.
Anjana
January 13, 2020 at 3:03 pm
Subham, kindly check this https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/hairfall-causes-remedies/
Nishtha
March 2, 2020 at 9:56 am
Hey Anjana!
Really appreciate your contribution to the curly community:)
I have a number of queries regarding my own curly hair. Is there a way I can send you pictures of my hair to get a better idea?
Thanks
Anjana
March 4, 2020 at 5:36 pm
Nishtha, let’s try figuring out your issues without photos first 🙂
Swetha
March 13, 2020 at 12:49 pm
Hey Anjana … Thankyou for all the informations that u have provided with great efforts regarding curly hair and curly hair friendly products. It’s extremely useful 🙂
I have a query .. I found enliven raspberry and red apple conditioner in Amazon and it had UK flag image in the bottle whereas the pics you have posted in ur page doesn’t have it . Can I go ahead and buy it ? Is it the original one ?
Anjana
March 16, 2020 at 12:56 pm
Yes Swetha 🙂
Anna
June 10, 2020 at 7:42 am
Hey Anjana
I am just about to start my transition and I have been struggling with dandruff for the longest time and nothing seems to work to completely eradicate it and I’m really scared to use products like vinegar and lemon on my scalp but I recently came across this Ayurvedic oil/medicine called ‘Psoria’ which gave me immediate and Amazing results but later when I shampoo my hair it just seems to reverse the effect of the oil and I hate having an oily scalp hence why I shampoo after oiling and I’m so confused as to what to use when I start my transition now.
Anjana
June 10, 2020 at 2:27 pm
I think that’s a personal decision to choose between oily scalp and dandruff. You could give co washing a try – https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/co-washing-curly-hair/
Sreekala Sukumaran
July 7, 2020 at 3:44 pm
Hi Anjana,
Have you used Herbal essence products. Could you please write a review of the Herbal essence Shampoo and conditioner ?
Anjana
July 7, 2020 at 3:46 pm
I have used them in the past Sreekala. I don’t think they are CG friendly.
Reshma
July 30, 2020 at 7:11 pm
Hey Anjana!
Your blog has really changed the way I’m taking care of my curly hair!😁
I came across these shampoo bars and conditioner bars by Soapworks that I wanted to try. It seems like a really good product for my hair and the environment! I’ve got 2C/3A curls. What are your opinions on this product?
Anjana
July 31, 2020 at 5:32 pm
I am glad, Reshma 🙂
I haven’t used them, but definitely worth a try !
Reshma
August 3, 2020 at 1:50 pm
Thanks! ☺️
Ashrita Singh
August 6, 2020 at 1:24 am
Hey ,
I really need your advice
So I told my dad to order the Wahl super dry diffuser (that you reviewed )he ordered the wahl argan oil infused hair diffuser
Do I need to exchange ,or can this also work ? Which is better ??
Anjana
August 6, 2020 at 4:15 pm
Yes that should be good too 🙂
Ashrita Singh
August 8, 2020 at 12:50 am
Thank you!
Alvina
August 20, 2020 at 12:22 am
Hi, I had permanently straightened my hair and its almost half grown out now. I want to learn how to manage my new curls but theres so much information all in one go I dont know where to start! Could you offer me some advice please and also what are the best ways I can manage and tame frizz as a beginner?
Anjana
August 20, 2020 at 3:47 pm
https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/how-to-transition-from-chemically-straightened-hair-to-your-natural-curly-hair/
Vinu
September 1, 2020 at 2:41 pm
Hi, I started following the curly hair routine 5 months ago but my curls are still undefined and my hair starts to get frizzy once it starts to dry after a shower. I’m not sure what mistakes I might be making so any help and advice will be greatly appreciated! Also, hope you are doing fine amongst all this uncertainty with the pandemic and all!
Anjana
September 1, 2020 at 4:06 pm
I am good, thanks Vinu 🙂
Check these –
https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/curly-hair-faq/
https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/16-mistakes-might-making-curly-hair-routine/
Vinu
September 4, 2020 at 9:45 am
Thanks, I did check them out. But I have a recurring issue of dandruff and I need to scrub my scalp hard to remove them.
I understand that this might be causing the frizz. Is there any way that I can tame my frizzy hair but at the same time remove the dandruff?
Anjana
September 8, 2020 at 3:47 pm
Vinu, I think it would be best to consult a dermatologist. You shouldn’t need to scrub your scalp hard.
Seema Rajpal
October 21, 2020 at 3:48 pm
Hi, Anjana!
My hair needs major saving 🙁
I was asked to use the following products:
– Giovanni Organic Smooth As Silk Deep Moisture Shampoo
– Giovanni Organic Tea Tree Triple Treat Invigorating Conditioner
– Giovanni Organic Natural Mousse Hair Styling Spray Foam
– Giovanni L.A. Hold Styling Gel (Strong Hold)
I even apply almond or coconut oil one night before head bath. But nothing is helping…
Please suggest what I should do? The frizz is still untamed.
Perhaps just a better or a stronger serum? A better conditioner? I am at sea here…
Anjana
October 21, 2020 at 5:23 pm
Hi Seema, Asked by whom? 🙂
Please check this https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/start-here/
RIA BANERJEE
November 24, 2020 at 1:42 pm
Hi Anjana!
Can you suggest me any treatment to control hairfall.
Iam looking for any kind of protien treatment or something which helps to tame the frizz and also helps in the hairfall control.
Also i dont want to lose the texture of my natural curls.
Please help.
Anjana
November 25, 2020 at 4:13 pm
Hi Ria, check this https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/hairfall-causes-remedies/
Monalisa Lal
February 8, 2021 at 11:09 am
Hi Anjana,
My hairs re curly and very light and thin, especially on scalp. I have hairfall issue while hair conditioning – so stick to no conditioning and baby shaampoo-ing now (my current hair care routine).
Pls suggest me products that is suitable – and no hairfall because of products. Thankyou!
Anjana
February 8, 2021 at 4:42 pm
Please check these posts Monalisa –
https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/hairfall-causes-remedies/
https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/do-hair-products-cause-hair-loss/
https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/beginner-friendly-simple-curly-hair-starter-kit/
Aditi A
February 12, 2021 at 11:02 pm
Hey, i pretty much stated following this routine you mentioned above, i stay in a humid state in india , my hair feels dry after 2 days of washing as curls and start getting frizzy, what can i do to avoid this,?
Anjana
February 15, 2021 at 2:06 pm
Hi Aditi, check this https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/3-ways-refresh-curly-hair/
Puja
March 21, 2021 at 12:06 am
Hi Anjana, Any reviews on Go Curls Shampoo by St Botanica. Is it CG approved? Here are the ingredients. PURIFIED WATER, SODIUM COCOYL ISETHIONATE (DERIVED FROM COCONUT), SODIUM LAUROYL SARCOSINATE (DERIVED FROM COCONUT), VEGETABLE GLYCERIN, BEHENETH-25 METHACRYLATE COPOLYMER, COCOAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE (DERIVED FROM COCONUT OIL), GLYCOL DISTEARATE, GUAR HYDROXYPROPYLTRIMONIUM CHLORIDE (DERIVED FROM GUAR GUM), POLYQUATERNIUM 10, SODIUM CHLORIDE, FRAGRANCE, D PANTHENOL (PRO VITAMIN B5), DICOCOYL PENTAERYTHRITYL DISTEARYL CITRATE, AVOCADO (PERSEA GRATISSIMA) OIL, BAMBOO (BAMBUSA VULGARIS) EXTRACT, CHAMOMILE (CHAMOMILLA RECUTITA) EXTRACT, VITAMIN E ACETATE, FLAX (LINUM USITATISSIMUM) SEED OIL, HORSETAIL (EQUISETUM ARVENSE) OIL, MOROCCAN ARGAN (ARGANIA SPINOSA) OIL, NAGARMOTHA (CYPERUS ROTUNDUS) EXTRACT, NETTLE (UTICA DIOICA) LEAF EXTRACT, PEA PROTEIN, ROSEMARY (ROSMARINUS OFFICINALIS) EXTRACT, SODIUM GLUCONATE, SUNFLOWER (HELIANTHUS ANNUUS) OIL, SODIUM BENZOATE, METHYLCHLOROISOTHIAZOLINONE, METHYLISOTHIAZOLINONE
Anjana
March 22, 2021 at 9:23 am
Hi Puja, the ingredients look ok to me
Harika
April 21, 2021 at 11:59 am
Is loreal paros dream lengths shampoo and conditioner cg friendly (indian version) cg friendly sis.
Anjana
April 22, 2021 at 9:30 am
Please post the ingredients
UMMAY KULSUM
May 28, 2021 at 11:20 am
HI ANJANA DI
I came across your page while searching for plum hair care range review..you saved me from getting my money dumped…i totally loved your page and decided to start my cg routine..i bought enliven fruit extrcts conditioner and as you said shampoo is just for cleaning scalp so i went with my old shampoo (loreal serie expert gold + quinoa one) … for the gel i went with patanjali aloevera gel as i was kinda scared of using any other gel ..i thought i won’t be able to remove that hard gel cast…the night before yesterday i had my first cgr wash …tbh i loved it ..the conditioner is pocket friendly and also feel so great on hair…but the gel part i did not liked that much..it made my hair sticky..and also i was not sure how to use that..i just used that by your method instead with an aloe vera gel …i plopped (not neatly) ..and slept off..tbh i couldn’t sleep properly in excitement for the result..so..the next day..the result was impressive …i was not sure whether i have to scrunch more or u don’t need to scrunch after aloevera gel…and then i made the biggest mistake ..i used my serum (strex walnut oil serum) …and scrunched…ughh..it made my hair so sticky and awkward…and also my hair looke weak and loose curls …not even proper ones…i just made a bun out of them…now i am confused which serum should i use…and also my scalp feels so oily and sticky..tell me why please…and i have slight dandruff problem too…and yess…during detangling my hair in shower i lost a hella lot of them…i was covered with hairs…please please please help me out…i know it’s a really long comment but i am looking forward to see your reply before my next washday….
And thank you very much for this page..
Youtube is filled with either sponsered videos or bad ones…thanks for making our cg world a happy place…
Anjana
May 28, 2021 at 12:32 pm
Hi Ummay, there is no need to use a serum, not sure why you’re using one 🙂
https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/hairfall-causes-remedies/
https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/flaky-scalp-dandruff-dry-scalp-products-remedies/
Manj
June 27, 2021 at 4:59 pm
Hey anjana….I would like to know how to style your hair after plopping or drying….. usually after plopping is done…even though curls are defined ….but it’s in a messy way….feels like comb it n style…..but can’t do that……so could share your experience about that
Anjana
June 29, 2021 at 10:20 am
Hi Manj, what do you mean curls are messy?
Deepa R
September 26, 2021 at 12:13 am
Hi Anjana. I feel very happy to have found your blog. This has given me a greater hope in my life as curly & frizzy hair has been a source of unhappiness since young age. I’ve planned to buy the kit mentioned by you and start the process. Before that, I would like to know more about hair mask. Though you’ve mentioned about hair mask in one of the pages, I’m still confused as to when should one apply mask and what difference will it make from not applying it. I don’t know how to go about using hair mask. Please suggest here. Thank you in advance.
Anjana
September 27, 2021 at 9:40 am
Check this Deepa – https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/deep-conditioning-curly-hair/
Deepa R
October 12, 2021 at 6:41 pm
Thank you Anjana. This was about deep conditioning. So are deep conditioning and applying hair mask, one and the same?
Anjana
October 23, 2021 at 5:18 pm
Yes Deepa
Deepa R
October 12, 2021 at 7:50 pm
Also adding to the above question on hair mask and deep conditioning, I would like to know if set wet gel’s prolonged use will cause hair damage as I’ve heard that it has side effects.
Anjana
October 23, 2021 at 5:18 pm
Nope
Deepa R
October 24, 2021 at 12:55 am
Thank you so much Anjana. ☺️😊
Lakshmi Devakumar
January 28, 2022 at 11:33 am
Hi anjana! Long time follower here. I began my journey in 2018 and it was great but after lockdown I seem to have forgotten about everything and my hair is not like before. It’s been two years and now it’s so damaged and I don’t know how to repair n bring my curls back. Could you please suggest me something? It would be so helpful. TIA
Anjana
January 31, 2022 at 1:48 pm
Hi Lakshmi, what exactly caused the damage?
Deepa R
March 11, 2022 at 6:15 pm
Hello Anjana. I tried the basics of CG method but I didn’t get expected results. As per one of the guide, one should deep condition/oil ones hair once a week. If so then I cannot co-wash the hair because I wash my hair only once a week. So oiling makes me use shampoo every week. I tried to skip oil for a couple of weeks post washing with shampoo but I felt the product was just a lot on my hair and was pulling it down but was not fresh as I took to only co-washing in those couple of weeks. So in this case, how can I bring in co-washing and remove shampooing every week but still deep condition my hair with oil on a weekly basis?
I also use castor oil with coconut oil as that has been a part of hair nourishing since young age. Including the above, I also use shikakai powder before shampooing. Please let me know if castor oil and shikakai are good to be used before shampooing.
Anjana
March 16, 2022 at 3:07 pm
Hi Deepa, it is absolutely not necessary to include co-washing, especially if you are finding it hard to include it.
If you like the results with whatever you are using, it is fine to continue.
Deepa R
March 17, 2022 at 10:37 pm
Sure Anjana. Thank you for the quick reply.
Jancy
September 4, 2023 at 7:50 pm
Could you recommend a good curly hair stylist near near me. Need to go for a haircut.
Address – Chakala, Andheri East. Mumbai – 99.
Anjana
October 9, 2023 at 7:01 pm
https://www.curlsandbeautydiary.com/getting-haircut-curly-hair-stylists-india/
Mihka'el Caron
June 9, 2024 at 6:08 am
Hi,
I just wanted to reach out and let you know that your content has been quite helpful for me.
My friends from Allthingsaustria recommended your site and I’ve not been disappointed at all 🙂
Cheers,
Mihkael Caron