Refresh - CG Method
Refresh
"Refreshing" means reshaping your hair in the morning without washing it again. If your hair still looks good after sleeping, this isn't necessary, of course. But if your hair loses its shape in the morning or is very frizzy, for example, you can refresh it. There are several ways to refresh; it's a matter of experimenting to find the method that works best for your hair.
Dry Refresh
For a dry refresh , apply some oil, leave-in conditioner, and/or your favorite styling product to dry hair. Apply the products using the "praying hands" technique or by scrunching them into your hair. Try to avoid running your fingers through dry hair, as this can cause extra frizz. Don't use too much product, as your hair may already contain product from the previous day(s). The advantage of a dry refresh is that it takes less time, as you don't have to wet your hair completely or blow-dry it. Sometimes it's just a matter of shaking and going!
Half Wet Refresh
For a semi-wet refresh , you can add water and some leave-in conditioner to a spray bottle or mist spray and dampen your hair. Some people find this sufficient and don't need any additional styling product; others do need a little more. You can experiment to see what works best for you. Don't use too much product, as there may still be product from the previous day(s) in your hair. You can then blow-dry or air-dry your hair, depending on your preference.
Wet Refresh
For a wet refresh , you thoroughly wet your hair again and use the products from your wash day. Afterward, style your hair as usual. With a wet refresh, you don't shampoo or co-wash your hair; you simply rinse out the products from the previous day(s). You can blow-dry your hair or let it air-dry, whichever you prefer.
Practice makes perfect!
Refreshing your hair takes some practice, especially because you have to try different methods to find what works best for your hair. For some, a dry or semi-wet refresh doesn't work, and it's necessary to wet your hair completely again. Experience shows that the further along you are in your CG process, the easier refreshing your hair becomes. Your hair becomes healthier and more accustomed to the CG products.
Recommended Refresh Products:
- Pretty Curly Girl Rose Water Refresh Spray without protein
- Pretty Curly Girl Rose Water Refresh Spray with protein
- Pretty Curly Girl Flaxseed Serum
- Pretty Curly Girl Bye Bye Frizz Serum
- Bouclème Root Refresh Spray
- Curly Secret Rescue Refresh Spray
- Umberto Giannini Jelly Refresh Spray
- Umberto Giannini Boho Beach Texture Spray
- Curly Secret Moisturizing UV Blocker Spray
- JSL Refresh Spray
- Bali Curls Refresh Spray
Good luck trying it out! I'm really curious about your refresh results, and if you have any questions, feel free to send me a message!
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