somebody on Instagram inquired as to whether I had a working report of items i've attempted and my considerations on them. along these lines, today I thought i'd begin it, for you to reference at whatever point you like.

in the event that you have comparable hair to me, at that point you'll realize that items can be all in or all out, and that a great deal of them can overload it or make it feel oily.

on the off chance that you don't have a clue what sort of hair you have, at that point look at my YouTube video about making sense of my hair porosity, thickness, thickness and twist type, since these play a factor in which kinds of items work for your hair - and on the off chance that you're like me, at that point you'll discover this rundown excessively valuable, and I trust you spare it some place so you can keep it as a source of perspective guide (i'd likewise love for you to prescribe items that may work in the remarks beneath!).

i've likewise added connections to where you can lift them up, just to make it more helpful for you to locate the accurate thing i've attempted. a portion of these are offshoot joins, which implies they toss me a little level of the deal at no additional expense to yourself, and that empowers me to keep making content for you.

for every item, i'll give it a star rating, let you know whether it's 100% Curly Girl affirmed (i've put it through curlsbot.com), and furthermore give you my sentiment + contemplations dependent on utilizing it with my hair type.

ps. HG means 'Sacred Grail', and I've recorded which my present best HG items are in the scaled down audits ;)

Cleanser

Calia Purifying Shampoo - (US/UK)

*****, CG affirmed

Washes down delightfully, exquisite fixings and fab brand, my HG cleanser - somewhat expensive yet worth the venture, additionally somewhat difficult to source in the UK (I get it dispatched from the landmass).

Childs Farm Strawberry and Mint Sensitive Shampoo - (US/UK)

****, not CG benevolent (sodium coco-sulfate, liquor)

I discover this cleanser works wonderfully on my hair as a clearing up cleanser (which I utilize most wash days tbh), yet it got downgraded for its fixings list - it will probably dry my hair after some time.

Boucleme Curl Cleanser - (US/UK)

***, CG affirmed

I don't discover this washes profoundly enough, yet it's positively superior to the beneath Boucleme elective. Mind-boggling expense per-use.

Boucleme Hydrating Hair Cleanser - (US/UK)

** , CG affirmed

Did not wash down my hair well by any means, would maybe work for somebody who doesn't utilize much item or who has fine hair, or who has the persistence to scour it into their foundations for 5 entire minutes.

Tabitha James Kraan Hair Cleanser - (US/UK)

*, CG affirmed

The most costly hair chemical I've attempted, and I truly didn't assume it merited the sticker price (fortunately I just purchased a preliminary size). It says 'It is anything but a cleanser' on the site, and it's correct that it doesn't foam, yet it likewise doesn't generally spotless...

Rhassoul Clay - (US/UK)

***, CG endorsed

I completed a video with my sibling and niece where we washed our wavy hair with out and out mud - a standout amongst the best things to expel item develop and give some definition to your twists, in addition to it retains oils actually wonderfully subsequently. Be that as it may, it's difficult to utilize and can be drying for the hair.

Shea Moisture Coconut and Hibiscus Curl and Shine Shampoo - (US/UK)

***, CG endorsed

Left a buildup that implied that my hair should have been washed all the more routinely, yet looked incredible on wash day.

Shea Moisture Black Castor Strengthen and Restore Shampoo - (US/UK)

*****, not CG inviting (hydrolyzed vegetable protein pg-propyl silanetriol - a silicone)

This works incredible for my hair, and is so natural to discover the world over. The silicone included is one that is a protein and silicone mix that braces and reinforce the bonds in the hair - so if its all the same to you silicones (and your hair doesn't) at that point this is an incredible one.

As I Am Coconut CoWash - (US/UK)

***, CG affirmed

When I used to rectify my hair I truly cherished this cowash, however at this point I'm wavy I quite don't love it. I discover it doesn't perfect well, sits overwhelming on my hair and is a bit too synthetic smelling for me.

Bentley Organic HydraVitality Shampoo - (US/UK)

*****, not CG amicable (sodium coco-sulfate, liquor)

This is a less expensive alternative for the individuals who still need a 'characteristic' brand - it rinses well, foams a decent sum, and doesn't leave a buildup by any stretch of the imagination. My hair cherishes it.

Conditioners
Inecto Naturals Coconut Conditioner - (US/UK)

****, not CG neighborly (isopropyl liquor)

Downgraded for it's one drying liquor fixing, however my hair appears to cherish it in any case and this is additionally the least expensive conditioner on the rundown. It's additionally my HG.

Tresemme Botanique Nourish and Replenish Conditioner - (US/UK)

****, CG endorsed

I utilized this in my ongoing 'Attempting Curly Susie' schedule' video, as I most likely wouldn't have gone after it generally. In any case, it's a beautiful conditioner, bunches of slip, and washes out without leaving buildup. You can't improve at the cost (and Susie concur with me).

Bentley Organic HydraVitality Conditioner - (US/UK)

****, CG affirmed

This conditioner doesn't have enormous slip, however dependably makes my twists look sound and gleaming in any case.

Boucleme Curl Conditioner - (US/UK)

***, CG approvedI like this item, however I don't love it. It's alright, yet it's somewhat overwhelming. I needed more from it at the cost that I paid.

Tabitha James Kraan 4 of every 1 Conditioner - (US/UK)

**, CG endorsed

I truly discovered this conditioner had no slip, and I required a great deal of item to coat my hair. It additionally left a buildup on my hair.

Shea Moisture Coconut and Hibiscus Curl and Shine Conditioner - (US/UK)

*, CG endorsed

Leaves an excessive amount of item buildup in my hair, so it gets burdened effectively. Not incredible for fine hair.

Medications/Deep Conditioners

Briogeo Don't Despair Repair Deep Conditioning Mask - (US/UK)

*****, not CG well disposed (isododecane - type of wax that may cause development)

My outright HG profound conditioner, dependably leaves my hair feeling saturated and thought about. I think it enables the twist to design.

Jessicurl Deep Conditioner - (US/UK)

***, CG endorsed

I like this mixed with rice water to make a saturating protein treatment for my hair. Something else, without anyone else's input, it's excessively substantial for my hair type.

Boucleme Intensive Moisture Treatment - (US/UK)

*, CG affirmed

The most super rundown of fixings, the nastiest smell. Likewise doesn't appear to hydrate my twists?!

The Innate Life Herbal Hair Mask - (US/UK)

*, CG affirmed

I required such a large amount of the jug to immerse my hair, as the consistency is extremely slender absent much slip by any stretch of the imagination. Hence, cost per use is amazingly high. I likewise felt that it didn't make vastly different to my hair, other than including sparkle.

Oils and Scalp Treatments

The Innate Life Rose Hair Elixir - (US/UK)

*****, CG endorsed

My HG hair oil, for reviving, for taking out frizz, for giving sparkle, for scrunching out the crunch. It smells divine as well.

The Innate Life Scalp Treatment - (US/UK)

*, not CG well disposed (cera alba)

I expected quite a lot more from this, and maybe it simply sometimes fell short for my hair/scalp type? It was hard to apply, hard to wash out and had next to no detectable effect.

Honest Roots Hair RX - (US/UK)

****, CG affirmed

The ideal oil for both scalp knead, including sparkle, and furthermore an all-over hot oil treatment - I adore this stuff, and I see it remaining in my everyday practice for a long lengthy timespan.

Develop Beauty Nourishing Hair Elixir - (US/UK)

*, CG endorsed

It's begun to allude to itself on the site now as a 'serum', and that is substantially more precise. This oil sits over the hair giving sparkle to a brief time however not entering the pole.

Living Libations Scalp Tonic - (US/UK)

****, CG endorsed

This is an extraordinary oil for feeding your scalp, goes in effectively, washes out effectively and leaves your scalp feeling new.

Leave-in Conditioners/Creams

Briogeo Rosarco Milk Leave In Conditioning Spray - (USUK)

***, not CG cordial (isohexadecane)

I like this item, however it's not adore, similar to some other splash conditioner I feel it's great on invigorate days yet I'm not persuaded it really does anything for my hair.

A'Kin Leave-in Conditioner - (US/UK)

*****, CG endorsed

I adored this conditioner, and I will probably purchase and utilize it once more. It isn't excessively overwhelming, you need next to no item, and it has a discernible effect even utilized just independent from anyone else.

Boucleme Curl Cream - (US/UK)

*****, CG approvedMy current fave, despite the fact that not my HG, this twist cream carries out the responsibility and is absolutely solid under essentially any gel.

DevaCurl Wave Maker - (US/UK)

****, CG endorsed

I observe this to be so fundamentally the same as a great deal of the previously mentioned items, it is light but includes definition. My solitary aversion is with the cost and the accessibility of this item.

Shea Moisture Curl Enhancing Smoothie - (US/UK)

**, CG affirmed

The third fixing is shea spread, so I think this is the reason this item sits so intensely on my fine hair. I truly didn't continue ahead with this, when I use it (I abhor discarding things) I utilize a minuscule pea measured sum blended with gel.

Vegetation + Curl Floral Hydration Hair Mist - (US/UK)

*, CG endorsed

Scents so awful, leaves my hair sticky... maybe this is planned for a lot thicker, denser hair types? I can't make sense of who might profit by this item.

Briogeo Curl Charisma Rice Amino + Avocado Leave-In Defining Crème - (US/UK)

****, CG affirmed

I truly like this creme - it's kind of a cross between a leave-in and a gel, thus I included it in this class so you know not to twofold layer it. Else it works so perfectly at holding you twists, including hydration and it's an incredible one-and-done item.

Calia Purifying Leave-in Conditioner Spray - (US/UK)

**, not CG agreeable (cera alba)

I don't discover this does much for my hair.

Andalou Naturals Styling Cream - (US/UK)

***, not CG agreeable (amodimethicone)

This isn't my top pick, and I discovered it somewhat substantial. The fixings list isn't the best. The A'Kin one is a greatly improved purchase for the cash.

Gels/Stylers

Jessicurl Spiralicious Styling Gel - (US/UK)

*****, not CG inviting (liquor)

I truly love this gel, and I generally get excessively tight curls when I use it.

Boucleme Curl Defining Gel - (US/UK)

*****, CG endorsed

I adore the way this scents and believes, and it gives only the perfect measure of hold for me. I will dependably return to this.

Calia Organic Styling Gel - (US/UK)

*****, CG affirmed

Likely my HG gel, I cherish this at the cost, the nature of the fixings and how pleasant my hair looks and feels when I use it.

Ricochet Curl Light Creme Gel - (US/UK)

****, CG affirmed

I truly love the life span I get with this one, it keeps the twist structure medium-term superior to anything any of different gels I've attempted. Be that as it may, it tends to be anything but difficult to include excessively, you just need a little sum, and it isn't in every case amicable with leave-in cream items.

Biotera Ultra Gentle Clean Gel - (US/UK)

****, CG affirmed

I like this one for invigorate days - it's actually light and in this way will work preferred in certain atmospheres over others, and in specific seasons. This is an actually sensibly valued item too, and layers splendidly.

Unusual Curly Curling Custard - (US/UK)

*****, CG endorsed

This is so like the Calia gel, in that the fixings list is too comparative, so whichever you get you'll be content with, beautiful tight twists and incredible life span. I cherish this!

things i have sat on my rack holding on to survey:

Noughty Wave Hello Curl Shampoo, Conditioner and Leave-In

Giovanni Weightless Moisture Shampoo, Conditioner, Leave-in and Gel

Not Your Mother's Naturals (NYM) Blue Sea Kale and Coconut Water Shampoo, Conditioner and Weightless Mousse

items i'd like to attempt later on:

Truly to Carrots Scalp Relief Conditioner

Lattice Biolage Conditioner

Curlsmith Curl Defining Styling Souffle, Curlsmith Moisture Memory Reactivator, Curlsmith Style Balm

Trepadora Quinoa Repair Deep Conditioner, Gojiberry Hair Rinse, Papaya Slip Taming Potion

Vegetation + Curl Superfruit Oil

Innersense I Create Volume, I Create Hold, I Create Lift Volumizing Foam, Quiet Calm Curl Control

Howl Meow Tweet Shampoo Bar Rosemary Avocado

Skip Curl Hairspray

The Curly Co Diffuser

John Masters Scalp Spray

Mielle Hair Mask

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something else, have an exquisite day and thank you for perusing x