The Shampoo Epiphany

Lorraine, the original Curly Girl, shares a shampoo secret with us.
Now, it may seem a little unconventional, 
but we promise it is a tip that will change your life as a Curly Girl forever.

Here's Lorraine's "Shampoo Epiphany!"

"In the bad old days, I would subject my scalp and hair to a vigorous lathering once or twice a week, for no good reason except force of habit. Afterward, for the frist twenty-four hours, my hair would appear to float in space like a helium balloon, defying the laws of gravity, because I had ruffled the surface cuticle and dehydrated the curls.

Another three days would go by before my hair had recovered enough from its trauma that I was ready to admit we were related. Then we'd happily coexist for the rest of the week, until it was time (according to my self-imposed regimen) for my next shampoo. And the vicious cycle would begin all over again.

I followed this routine unquestioningly, because I'd never found any care instructions that addressed the specific needs of curly, as opposed to straight, hair. Then on fateful morning I looked in the mirror and realized my hair looked fabulous. According to my schedule, I was due for a shampoo, but I couldn't bear to mess with success. I dared myself to wait another day. One stretched into a second, then a third, until I'd managed to hold our for almost three weeks. My hair had never looked better, so I decided to initiate an experiment: I would declare my hair a shampoo-free zone and see how long I could refrain from washing it with detergent.

Now shampoo is a total no-no in my home. I don't use it at all anymore, not even a drop. I work up a sweat running most mornings, I eat in smoky European restaurants, and I swim in the ocean not far from my home. Yet my friends assure me that I pass the sniff test. My hair and scalp don't smell- and my hair has never looked better.

Kutting Edge's Thoughts: It's okay to use a NON LATHERING cleanser for your hair- if you make sure it is sulfate and sodium sulfate free! Make sure this is the case if you decide to wash- keep it gentle and don't be afraid to water down a cleanser if you feel it needs it. Always follow with a good moisturizing conditioner, preferably one that is thick and rich. Make sure to read your labels."

Our favorite Cleansers for Curly Hair (if you decide you need it) are...

(these cleansers are from Lorraine's curly girl product line Deva Curl)

Deva Curl No Poo

Deva Care No Poo