Curly hair is one of the sexiest and most feminine you can see, as well as being very versatile. But those who have the pleasure of being born with these curls know how difficult it is to keep it well cared for.
Why is the use of shampoo for curly hair not recommended?
Although the use of shampoo leaves us a clean, soft and shiny hair, these can contain a number of aggressive ingredients that instead of helping what they do is dry the hair fiber and our scalp; causing damaged, brittle hair and increasing oil production in the hair.
A study conducted by the beauty e-commerce Birchbox in 2017 confirmed that 99% of Spanish women use shampoo. But he has created a system known as Co-Wash for those types of hair such as curly hair that can be affected by shampoo, because these eliminate the natural sebum from our hair and this sebum is a natural part of the scalp being there to protect it.
This system consists of nothing more and nothing less than conditioning the hair in the same way that it is done as when you are using a shampoo, this will help both dry and oily hair. And who is beginning to carry out these practices? The lucky ones to have a curly or ultra-curly hair (afro), since they are the ones that most tend to suffer from dryness.
What kind of methods are most suitable for washing curly hair?
The most used are the three that I will mention below:
- Pre-Poo: pre from English (before) and poo (shampoo) that is, what we do before washing such as oils for very dry hair, moisturizing, regenerating hair masks or those anti-frizz home treatments that you want to perform.
- Co-Wash: where we wash the hair only with conditioner and is the most used in curly hair because it moisturizes the hair deeper since they tend to suffer more from dryness.
- Clarify: it is done by washing the hair with clarifying shampoo that is a shampoo with sulfate and is responsible for cleaning the hair well not only of the remains of shampoo with parabens in case of using them, but of environmental pollution such as lint and dust.
How often is it advisable to wash curly hair?
It is recommended to wash your hair once a week or every 15 days accompanied by the application of a moisturizer. Although in the end this will be a personal decision.
What are the most recommended products to wash curly hair?
- Clarifying shampoo Zero from Deliplus: it is a new product of Mercadona is formulated free of sulfates and silicones, but has moisturizing ingredients avoiding drying the hair.
- Deliplus natural shampoo: it is vegan and is composed of essential oils of sage and linden extract, free of silicones giving the hair more movement.
- Garnier Fructis papaya and watermelon mask: not only does it provide a delicious smell, but it also gives the hair shine, softness and hydration.
- Giorgi foam: does not contain alcohol and does not dry out the hair.
- Flex wave foam: get a beautiful and well-defined curl.
- Rosemary and aloe vera oils: 100% natural.
- Serum treatment: the serum is one of the most used in curly hair as it is quite effective for moisturizing the hair, giving it shine and removing the fluffy.
Main benefits of washing curly hair using only conditioner
Since curly hair is usually very dry by nature in most cases; Washing it with only conditioner gives it a deeper hydration preventing curls from becoming difficult to handle and avoiding abuse.
Steps to wash curly hair using conditioner alone
Find a great brand conditioner
The Apothecare Essentials the Replenisher Cleasing Conditioner, is one of the most recommended for girls with frizzy hair; it can be used only to perform the Co-Wash since it contains cleansers in its formula. This is free of sulfates, parabens and silicones.
It is composed of argan oil that is beneficial for both skin and hair and is known as “liquid gold” in addition to having vanilla and almond extract moisturizing from root to tip giving the hair beautiful curls defined with perfect spirals.
Let the hair get used to it
At first you will feel like your hair is not clean enough, so you can start washing with clarifying shampoo every few washes and then space out its use while your hair gets used to it.
Rub the scalp well with conditioner
You should rub the scalp very well with the conditioner for a few minutes before starting to rinse. Keep in mind that it may take a while this rinse but you must do it with a lot of patience to have the finish you want.
Massage the follicles
At the same time massage your hair follicles so you will stimulate hair growth, especially if you want long hair with perfect waves and curls.
Apply tip conditioner to media
Another way to apply conditioner is to wash the root of the hair with plenty of water to remove grease and dirt without being as aggressive as shampoo and then apply the conditioner halfway.
Rinse and comb
Remove this conditioner very well and dry by pressing the hair without having to squeeze abruptly. You can help yourself with a styling cream.
