SafeHarbor

Hello all!

I'm really keen to start this method and see how my hair goes with it. ( I *think* my hair is a mix of 2c/3a)

But I wanted to ask if using a clarifying shampoo before you start is necessary?
Will it work better if I do clarify first, or is it okay to just start co-washing now?

Thanks!

proudcurlygirly

From what I've read and understand, you use a clarifying sulfate shampoo before starting the CG method to give your hair a 'clean slate', so to speak, getting rid of any silicones or other non-CG approved ingredients in products that you may have been using. You can then start co-washing effectively.

Good luck!

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UK Curly
Curl type : Boticelli, 3a, loose curls
Porosity : High
Texture : Fine/medium (I think!)
Co-wash/rinse out/leave in : L'oreal Full Restore 5, GFR&S, Schwarzkopf Bio Pomegranite
Gels : Umberto Giannini Flirty Curls Scrunching Jelly
Finish product : Boots Naked Style Frizz Fighter Serum or a pea-sized blob of condish smoothed over canopy
CG since Feb 2011

SafeHarbor

Ahhh, that makes sense
Thanks! Now I'll have to see if I can find something!

angela.spive

I just started using a Cleansing Conditioner on my hair. Is it recommended to do a regular shampoo periodically with this regimen? Should I use a sulfate free shampoo or regular shampoo for a periodic cleanse? Thanks!

Corrina777

It's going to be a personal preference. I used DevaCurl No-Poo for two straight years without shampooing and had no issues. Some people find they do better rotating in a sulfate free shampoo. I rotate in a gentle sulfate shampoo because I find most sulfate free shampoos to be very drying to my hair. No two head of hair are alike, so you will have to play around to see what works best for you.

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3a/f/iii Before the chop- Donated to Locks of Love, January 2013
Modified CG since 11/5/11
CO-WASH: VO5 Vanilla Mint Tea Clarifying, DevaCare No-Poo
CLARIFY: CHS Treatment Shampoo (used prior to PT/DT)
RO: DevaCare One Condition, Regis Olive Oil
LI: Cure Care, As I Am Leave-In
STYLE: Re:Coil, Curl Keeper, Biotera Gel, Deva Ultra Defining Gel, GVP Liquid Sculpting Gel, Curls Rock Amplifier and Strong Hold Mousse
PT/DT: IAGirl's PT, One n' Only Argan Hydrating Mask