The Curly Girl Method in 2025: What Still Works

The Curly Girl Method in 2025: What Still Works. If your routine feels random, this turns it into repeatable steps you can actually keep.

Your best routine is boring in a good way—same steps, small tweaks for climate and porosity, and predictable results.

Steps

1. Soak thoroughly before applying anything
2. Dry hands-off; break the cast only when fully dry
3. Detangle with water + conditioner in sections
4. Layer gel/foam; rake then scrunch

Toolkit

• Deep conditioner/mask (monthly)
• Satin/silk pillowcase or bonnet
• Wide-tooth comb or flexible brush
• Hard-hold gel or mousse for humidity

“Technique first, product second.”

Example

For winter: reduce humectants, use richer emollients, and seal ends lightly; diffuse on low heat to avoid damp frizz.

Execution angle: one tweak at a time for 2–3 wash days; track results briefly so patterns become obvious.

Common Mistakes

• Skipping sleep protection
• Applying stylers on nearly-dry hair
• Over-cleansing or never clarifying
• Touching hair before fully dry

FAQ

Do I need protein weekly? Only if hair feels overly soft/stretchy; otherwise rotate monthly.

Best diffusing approach? Hover to 60%, then cup-and-hold; break cast only when fully dry.

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