Beginner Curly Hair Routine using Drugstore Products, CGM-friendly

Today’s video is another drugstore routine! I really wanted to focus on the basics here, and break down the steps to a routine for beginners. This routine can be used if you’re kicking off your transitioning journey and need a beginner routine to remove silicones that is curly girl method-approved.

I wanted to use the Not Your Mother’s Curl Talk line because I think it’s a great option for beginners because it works for all hair types, is affordable, and has various options for your needs.

If you missed my last drugstore routine, you can click here for more drugstore product options.

Basic Curly Hair Routine Steps

OPTIONAL: Start by dry detangling if you have damaged hair and struggle with breakage. Watch this video to learn how.

1. Wet hair and apply conditioner to further detangle.
2. Apply shampoo to the scalp and massage in. Take the time to scrub your scalp to loosen build-up. Apply more water to increase lather. If buildup remains, repeat the shampoo process once more and rinse.
3. Apply deep conditioner to clean, damp hair. Let sit for 10-20 minutes then rinse with warm water.
4. Rake in curl cream and/or leave-in conditioner to damp hair (or wet)
5. Rake/scrunch in mousse or gel
6. Diffuse until dry or air dry. Watch this video to learn how to diffuse.

Products Used:

• Not Your Mother’s Curl Talk 3-in-1 Conditioner
• Not Your Mother’s Curl Talk Curl Care Shampoo
• Not Your Mother’s Curl Talk Deep Conditioning Curl Masque
• Not Your Mother’s Curl Talk Defining Cream
• Not Your Mother’s Curl Talk Curl Activation Mousse
• HairRepear The Ultimate Hair Towel,
• Behairful Professional Detangler Brush, 10% off with code GENAMARIE
• Flairosol Stylist Spray Bottle
• Infiniti PRO by Conair 1875 Watt Texture Styling Hair Dryer
• Vitagoods Scalp Massaging Shampoo Brush

For more beginner videos, you can check out my Curly Haircare for Beginner series for loads of topics and help when starting your natural hair journey.