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<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThe general rules of the Curly Girl<\/a> Method are:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n These principles apply to wavy hair as follows:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n It doesn’t matter which hair type you have. Oily hair, naturally wavy hair, a different natural hair texture of straight and curly hair.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Each curly hair journey is different. We are here to explain different aspects of curly haircare methods so you can explore them and pick the ones that work best for your hair, building your own wavy hair routine. Think of this as your go-to guide for wavy hair care<\/strong>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n There are many similarities between methods like the CG Method<\/a> and the Wavy Girl Method.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n For example, both recommend the following: sulfate-free shampoos or co-washing, silicone-free conditioners, no heat styling tools (such as a flat iron or curling iron) and no chemical relaxers.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Wavy haircare is different from caring for curly hair though, so it\u2019s important to have a specialised routine. Here are some of the key differences between wavy and curly hair<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n The Curly Girl Method<\/a> recommends to no longer wash your hair with shampoo, but start co-washing.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n This is a great way to preserve moisture, but for wavy hair this isn\u2019t always the best choice.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n This is due to to the natural oils that the scalp produces, and how easily they\u2019re able to travel down the lengths of our strands.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n This takes longer with curls than with straight hair. So for Wavies, who have less curls than Curlies, it\u2019s easier for those oils to naturally moisturize the hair from root to tip. resulting in faster build up when co washing.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n You may experience build up over time, as your sebum plus the ingredients of your co-wash add up. This might vary depending on your hair texture and features.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n In general, if you have thick or coarse hair you can try co-washing, but if you have thin or fine hair<\/strong> it probably isn\u2019t a good idea to use the Wavy Girl Method.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Especially in the summer months this can lead to limp, lifeless, weighed down hair. Then it\u2019s better to opt for a sulfate-free shampoo or a low-poo.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Like we said, products can build up over time. It doesnt matter if you have wavy or curly hair. It’s important to give your hair and scalp a deep cleanse every now and then.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Either grab a sulfate shampoo or one that is specifically for clarifying, and make sure to use it at least once a month!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Want to try co-washing in combination with a wavy hair routine? Choose a conditioner that you can also use as a \u2018normal\u2019 conditioner, just in case.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Or go for a consistent washday rotation, by doing a cowash<\/a> after two low-poos.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n You can then try to cowash every 3-4 washes and see whether it has a positive impact on your hair health and wave pattern .<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n When starting the Curly Girl Method, it\u2019s recommended to throw away your hairbrush. When taking care of wavy hair, this is different, as wavy hair can be brushed<\/strong> without significant risk of breakage.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n See, styling wavy hair doesn’t have to be difficult at all!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n It is always an experiment. So use the Wavy Girl Method in different ways to find out which is the best wavy hair routine for you.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Also read: <\/strong>Everything you want to know about co-washing<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n The main difference between curly and wavy hair care products comes down to hair texture<\/em> and the level of moisture needed<\/em>. Wavy hair thrives with lightweight leave-in conditioner and styling products that add definition without buildup, while curly hair likes richer, more hydrating product to maintain its shape. Here are some things to keep in mind when choosing product for wavy hair.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Sulfates are banned within the Curly Girl Method routine but not for the Wavy Girl Method. Sulfates are ingredients that are often added to shampoo.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n They ensure that your shampoo will foam nicely after contact with water. That foaming effect not only gives you a nice clean feeling in the shower, but also helps remove dirt, oil and dead skin from your scalp and wavy hair.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n But that cleansing effect is actually too intense for your scalp and hair. Sulfates cleanse your hair so good, that they strip your hair of not only dirt, oil and dead skin, but also of the natural oils on your scalp.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n These oils provide hydration to the hair. Still, some people with wavy hair and using the Curly Girl Method do need this from time to time to remove build-up from their hair.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Try to do it as little as possible, for example once a month. In this way you can still try the Wavy Girl Method and check what’s best for you. Always make sure to take care to hydrate your hair with a light weight (leave in) conditioner afterwards and give your scalp time to replenish it’s natural oils.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Many Curly Girls use gel to get hold and definition, but for wavy hair this often is way too heavy.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n It probably will result in weighed down hair and build-up, which will likely both disturb your curl pattern and make you wash your hair too often.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n For wavy hair it’s better to consider using mousse, which provides more definition, soft curls and no build-up. Don\u2019t apply it too close to your roots, but about 4 cm from it, otherwise it will cause build-up anyway.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n So remember to go for lightweight products on wavy hair, because these provide more resilience and therefore more waves!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n In terms of styling, curls and waves really need a different approach. For example: where a lot of Curly Girls rake their hair, most Wavy Girls can say goodbye to their waves if they rake.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Also unlike curly hair that should be left unbrushed most of the time, you have a little more freedom with wavy hair.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Raking is a technique that you can use when applying styling products. You detangle your curls with your fingers, while at the same time distributing the product over the wavy hair, from the roots to the ends.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Wavies will destroy the clumps (curls that curl together or form one larger curl) and their lush wavy hair will stay limp.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Instead of raking, divide the product over your wet hair using the praying hands technique and start scrunching. Be careful not to smooth your hair with this technique too.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n It’s not just curls that need to be quenched with moisture, waves do too! Apply a generous amount of a light but moisturising conditioner using the Praying Hands method, starting from the crown of your head to the ends of your waves.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Then detangle using a wide tooth comb.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n While applying styling products to wavy hair, remember to use the Praying Hands method and not the raking method so as to prevent clumps from breaking and disrupting your curl pattern.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n This should be followed by flipping your hair over and scrunching it up gently so as to preserve the clumps without shrinkage.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n The \u2018squelch’ noise is an indication that the hair is appropriately wet for the stylers to spread evenly and work well. Resulting in beautifully defined waves.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Also read: <\/strong>The main techniques of the Curly Girl Method<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Every season is different for wavy hair. Each season your hair has very different needs.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n In the dry winter months, cowash may work best to keep your wavy hair moisturized, defined and bouncy.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n But in the warm and humid months, this can lead to weak, lifeless, weighed down waves. So pay attention to the time of year!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n It can change in a few weeks. The styling process will change, so the styling techniques will as well.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n While Curly Girl Method steps will remain the same. Only maybe with different products such as deep condition, curl cream, leave in conditioner<\/a>, final wash of dry shampoo. The needs of wavy hair will change through out the year.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Keeping track of your hair can be very frustrating, but once you\u2019re through one year, you know roughly what to expect. Be sure to make notes so you can read them back next year!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n You can use a Tangle Teezer or Denman Brush<\/a>. Always do this before applying the conditioner or else you\u2019ll probably comb out your waves.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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The differences between the Curly Girl Method and Wavy hair care<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nCo-washing may not work for wavy hair<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
Build up and wavy hair<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
How can I get rid of build up in my hair?<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nBut what if I do want to co-wash my hair<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
You can brush wavy hair<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThe difference between curly and wavy hair products<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
Wavies can use sulfates (in moderation) in combination with the Curly Girl Method<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
Be gentle with sulfates<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nUse a mousse instead of gel with for wavy hair<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
Mousse creates more definition for wavy hair<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nHow to style wavy hair<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
The raking technique<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
The praying hands method<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nA Wavy hair routine will change throughout the year <\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nChange your routine according to the seasons<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
Frequently asked questions about wavy hair<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
With what styling tool can I best brush wavy hair?<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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