7 Best CGM Co-Wash for Curly Hair (2022)
Retaining moisture in your hair is an uneasy task, especially in the cold winter months or if you have color-treated curls. Luckily, there is a simple solution to that. Have you ever heard about co-washing? Let’s talk about the best co-wash for curly hair!
What is a co-wash for curly hair?
Conditioner washing or co-washing means ditching your shampoo (possibly with harsh surfactants or a blend of surfactants that might dry your hair out) and washing your beautiful curls with cleansing conditioner only.
Is co-washing good for curly hair?
Yes, it’s excellent because the conditioner helps to retain moisture, combats frizz, and keeps your hair shiny. Cleansing conditioner helps to remove the dirt and excess oil from the scalp but doesn’t rob the moisture from your curls.
However, sometimes co-washing might not be enough.
If you are using products with silicones or lots of hair styling products, you should use clarifying shampoo from time to time, says Trisha Chapman, hairstylist at the salon that specializes in curly hair.
She also adds that you don’t have to buy a cleansing conditioner at first. If you want to see how your curls react to the co-washing, try washing your hair with the regular conditioner as it has cleansing benefits, too.
7 best curly girl approved co-wash
PROS:
+ Helps to detangle hair
+ Works wonders for type 4 hair
+ Thick texture so easy to spread throughout the hair
+ Helps to retain moisture
+ Great price
+ Our favorite
CONS:
- Might not be the best co-wash choice for thin or wavy hair
- Contains coconut oil, which is not everyone’s cup of tea
- Packaging (jar) is not convenient
Cruelty-free but not 100% vegan
PROS:
+ Affordable
+ Leaves hair soft and frizz-free
+ Suitable for kids
+ Works well for high porosity hair
CONS:
- Might weigh down thin or fine hair
- High concentration of oils and shea butter so it won’t work if you have straight or wavy hair
- The scent might be too intense
- Watery consistency
Cruelty-free
PROS:
+ Safe for color-treated hair
+ Strengthen curls
+ Suitable for every curl type & porosity
+ Protein free
CONS:
- Higher price point
- Heavily perfumed
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Cruelty-free but not 100% vegan
PROS:
+ Detangles and conditions hair
+ Great for oily hair
+ Works wonders for type 4 hair
+ The smell is not too strong
CONS:
- Bottle is small for the price
- It might be too heavy for straight or wavy hair
Cruelty-free but not 100% vegan
PROS:
+ Natural ingredients
+ OK for any hair type
+ Helps to manage frizz
+ It doesn’t weigh hair down
CONS:
- Strong-smelling
- Very light slip, so it could be hard to apply it evenly
Cruelty-free
PROS:
+ Moisturizes and detangles hair at the same time
+ Great ingredients (aloe, coconut oil, keratin & shea butter)
+ Works well on relaxed hair
+ Good for color-treated hair
CONS:
- Might weigh wavy hair down
- Hard to rinse the product out
Cruelty-free
PROS:
+ Great price
+ Suitable for the whole family, even toddlers
+ Good for looser curl patterns
+ Lightweight
+ Maintains moisture balance
CONS:
- No lather at all
- Small bottle
Cruelty-free & 100% vegan
The bottom line
“Washing your hair with conditioner only might be unusual at first but try to find the right one for your hair type and hair porosity,” says Trisha Chapman, hairstylist & writer at SubjectCurls.
There are many different products on the market, but finding the proper cleansing conditioning with this curly girl method-approved co-wash guide might not be that hard.
Trisha also says that you can use your regular conditioner for the co-washing, but there is a risk that your hair will be greasy and the scalp itchy afterward. Try Trisha’s personal favorite As I Am CoWash at first. It has a great price point and even more significant benefits!
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