Wash N Go Thread

[SmilingElephant]

I'm working on my WnGs. Here is one that I did with Shea Moisture Deep Moisture Masque and Castor Oil.

2nd Day Hair

Noooiice!

You know what I love to see tho? I love to see super coily hair....not super curly, although it's also very pretty.....but those super kinky coils...in a wash n go.

I feel like I've said this somewhere before but it's so beautiful to me whenever I find it bc it's hard to find.

 

[SmilingElephant]

Has anybody here ever used the Shea Moisture Curl Enhancing Smoothie as a curl cream?

Did it work? Did it give decent hold?

 

[faithVA]

Has anybody here ever used the Shea Moisture Curl Enhancing Smoothie as a curl cream?

Did it work? Did it give decent hold?

For me it helps moisturize the hair but it doesn't enhance the curls or have any hold. Applying it first and then applying a gel may work to give you both moisture retention and a curl with hold.

 

[EllePixie]

Has anybody here ever used the Shea Moisture Curl Enhancing Smoothie as a curl cream?

Did it work? Did it give decent hold?

Definitely not a curl cream.

 

[Whimsy]

I'm LOVING this thread. i heart wash n gos!!

 

[SmilingElephant]

Thanx for the replies ladies!! I started to go ahead and get it but I was like....lemme see what ma girls say first

I did buy me a new blowdryer with diffuser, concentrator, and comb attachments from CVS. Funny thing is I priced it last week and it was $27...but when I went back today to check it...it was on sale today for $19.99!!! Yes....nointeen nointy noiiine

Hopped on that like YEEP!! lol!!

 

[NikkiQ]

Thinking of attempting another wash n go this weekend and MAYBE get the nerve to wear it to work on Monday. Since I know the KCKT and KCCC worked as a great combo, I'm trying to decide on other products to try out. I saw Zaz product review and wrote down a BUTTLOAD of products I'd like to try out in the future. But right now...I'm being a good girl and not buying any products. I have a huge tub of Eco Styler so I may bust that out. What are you ladies pairing up with gels for your wash n gos?

 

[SmilingElephant]

NikkiQ... Right now I'm using the Oyin Hair Dew as a leave in...i'm using up my EcoStyler Olive Oil gel...so that's what I'm using even tho I really love the LA Looks Nutra Curl gel. And to give me a boost of shine and frizz control i use Curl Junkie Curls in a Bottle.

To refresh I spray water, Bee Mine Juicy spray and a blob of CIAB...fluff and shake.

 

[DDTexlaxed]

I got my best wash n go ever and was able to get the juiciest wash n go from detangling with the KT in before adding my Kinky curl custard. My wash n go is now drying less frizzy and stays defined even when touched. I'm starting to love them more than twists.

 

[Glamorous_chic]

i had my fist successful wash 'n go this week using kinky curly knot today and the kinky curly gel. i made sure i shampoo'd first (since i usually cowash) then did a deep conditioning treatment then used the products as directed on dripping wet hair. when i first did used it months ago, i used a deman and awide toothed comb, this time i just used my hands and LOVED the results. i actually got second and third day hair which for me is unheard of. i was wondering how people were getting second/third/fourth day hair. i just have to make sure to sleep on my stomach or my hair gets smooshed.

 

[SmilingElephant]

i had my fist successful wash 'n go this week using kinky curly knot today and the kinky curly gel. i made sure i shampoo'd first (since i usually cowash) then did a deep conditioning treatment then used the products as directed on dripping wet hair. when i first did used it months ago, i used a deman and awide toothed comb, this time i just used my hands and LOVED the results. i actually got second and third day hair which for me is unheard of. i was wondering how people were getting second/third/fourth day hair. i just have to make sure to sleep on my stomach or my hair gets smooshed.

Here is MY secret to 2nd day hair:

Do my wash n go

Make sure my hair is at LEAST 95% dry by the end of the day...if it's not dry...there's no 2nd day hair for me.

When I'm bout to go to bed.......I put my bonnet on...BUT!....make sure you have your curls laying flat against your head. If you have a part...maneuver your hair in a way where the hair lies flat against your head very neatly. This is also very important. place the bonnet on your head smoothly. Don't just throw it on.

I sleep how I wanna

In the morning I take the bonnet off carefully. What I do is take my water bottle and tweak the nozzle where it shoots a straight stream of water to kinda soak my scalp some....and re tweak it to a spray to spray my curls...I put either CIAB or a refresher spray or both on and shake and this resurrects my curls to looking like they did yesterday.

Now...2nd day hair will look a tad frizzier than yesterday hair....or day 1 hair I should say. I do this same routine for 3rd day hair. I think starting next week I'm gonna start aiming for 3rd day hair. It looks very frizzy but cute at the same time for me.

I'm pretty sure others have different methods tho.

 

[andyjack]

I tried another wash n go with the KCKT and the KCC and I was finally pleased with how it turned out. The only downside is that I did my hair 8 hrs ago, it's still not fully dry, and I'm ready to go to bed. I think next time I'm going to experiment with ecostyler gel and smooth n shine curl activator to see what kind of results I get.

 

[SmilingElephant]

I tried another wash n go with the KCKT and the KCC and I was finally pleased with how it turned out. The only downside is that I did my hair 8 hrs ago, it's still not fully dry, and I'm ready to go to bed. I think next time I'm going to experiment with ecostyler gel and smooth n shine curl activator to see what kind of results I get.

if I'm in a hurry to dry my hair I either just sit under the dryer or just use my blowdryer on low heat and low speed. I bought a new blowdryer yesterday that has a diffuser so I'll be using that.

I do low heat first for about 30 minutes under the dryer. But then I do cool air for about 10 minutes.

I haven't tried Pokahontas method under the dryer yet tho, for volume.

 

[Zaz]

Has anybody here ever used the Shea Moisture Curl Enhancing Smoothie as a curl cream?

Did it work? Did it give decent hold?

I liked the smoothie as a curl cream, it didn't give me crunchy hair and didn't dry my hair out which I like. As NikkiQ mentioned, I reviewed about a dozen products with photos here, hth.

 

[fivetimestwo]

I did my first WNG since I got my hair color and I love how it turned out. I used Suave Almond & Shea conditioner and did the curly primer method. It was okay but it was kinda heavy (I usually use V05 moisture milks on wash n gos) so I don't think I'll use it again. I'm going to try and make it last for 3 days before washing.

 

[Beverly Ann Properties]

Today's wash and go with Kinky Curly Knot Today and Curling Custard. Less crunchy compared to Ecostyler. I will see if I can get 2 day and 3 day hair.

 

[SmilingElephant]

I'm really thinking about trying Kinky Curly. But I use products from different lines together and I heard it only works with it's own line.

I went to a Target store about 30 min away from me the other day and spotted the kckt. I smelled it and it didn't smell like anything. I was kinda disappointed bc everybody talks about good it smells. I have a sensitive nose and I smelled nada!

 

[JC-Junkie]

I love this thread !!!! I've tried to do a WNG twice but they haven't come out any good. The first my method was:

• Wash my hair - my hair was previously detangled with my DC
• Dry my hair out a bit, using a T - Shirt
• Apply my leave in conditioner, which is Giovanni Smooth as Silk (didn't like it much)
• Apply my Sealant EVOO - both my leave in conditioner and EVOO are applied in sections
• Then add my Blue Eco Styler to the sections (usually about 6 sections throughout)
• Release my hair after 20 minutes and shake

This method is sort of similar to Amoreofcurls, because I did mine on damp hair also

My second method was on soaking wet hair

• Wash hair
• Add Aussie Moist Frizz Miricle Conditioner to my hair in 9 sections
• Add Blue Eco Styler to my hair in the sections
• Leave my hair in the sections
• Release after 20 minutes and shake

My problem is my hair dried crunchy on both occassions and was not so moisturised. It also took FOREVER to dry. I did the first one at 3 'o' clock in the afternoon and the middle was still quite wet at 5 'o' clock in the evening the next day ! I done the second one today at about 3 'o' clock so I'm wait to see how it turns out, even though the front is so frizzy and dry looking. Another big problem is that my hair turns white when the conditioner and gel are applied, like you can see the conditioner and gel in my hair Maybe if I diffuse my hair it will go away ? It's weird because when I BC'd it was so simple and easy to do a wash and go erplexed

What do you ladies suggest ? Sorry for the long post !
TIA and HHG Ladies !!

 

[SmilingElephant]

I love this thread !!!! I've tried to do a WNG twice but they haven't come out any good. The first my method was:

• Wash my hair - my hair was previously detangled with my DC
• Dry my hair out a bit, using a T - Shirt
• Apply my leave in conditioner, which is Giovanni Smooth as Silk (didn't like it much)
• Apply my Sealant EVOO - both my leave in conditioner and EVOO are applied in sections
• Then add my Blue Eco Styler to the sections (usually about 6 sections throughout)
• Release my hair after 20 minutes and shake

This method is sort of similar to Amoreofcurls, because I did mine on damp hair also

My second method was on soaking wet hair

• Wash hair
• Add Aussie Moist Frizz Miricle Conditioner to my hair in 9 sections
• Add Blue Eco Styler to my hair in the sections
• Leave my hair in the sections
• Release after 20 minutes and shake

My problem is my hair dried crunchy on both occassions and was not so moisturised. It also took FOREVER to dry. I did the first one at 3 'o' clock in the afternoon and the middle was still quite wet at 5 'o' clock in the evening the next day ! I done the second one today at about 3 'o' clock so I'm wait to see how it turns out, even though the front is so frizzy and dry looking. Another big problem is that my hair turns white when the conditioner and gel are applied, like you can see the conditioner and gel in my hair Maybe if I diffuse my hair it will go away ? It's weird because when I BC'd it was so simple and easy to do a wash and go erplexed

What do you ladies suggest ? Sorry for the long post !
TIA and HHG Ladies !!

Yeah...I diffuse to get rid of the white drops. And it takes my hair about 10 hours to dry completely...so I try to do my wash n go's as early as possible.

Using gel...my hair usually ALWAYS dries crunchy...which I don't mind bc I've discovered it helps me get 2nd day hair. But I tried Angel Eyes' suggestion and used a glycerin spray to spray on my wash n go and it dries soft....but I don't get 2nd day hair.

 

[Vshanell]

I'm really thinking about trying Kinky Curly. But I use products from different lines together and I heard it only works with it's own line.

I went to a Target store about 30 min away from me the other day and spotted the kckt. I smelled it and it didn't smell like anything. I was kinda disappointed bc everybody talks about good it smells. I have a sensitive nose and I smelled nada!

Mine smells kinda like vanilla, it smells good but I wouldn't care if it didn't have a smell. Also I don't use Knot Today with it, a lot of people say that it can't be paired with anything but I've gotten better results using my cholesterol leave-in.

 

[Vshanell]

I love this thread !!!! I've tried to do a WNG twice but they haven't come out any good. The first my method was:

• Wash my hair - my hair was previously detangled with my DC
• Dry my hair out a bit, using a T - Shirt
• Apply my leave in conditioner, which is Giovanni Smooth as Silk (didn't like it much)
• Apply my Sealant EVOO - both my leave in conditioner and EVOO are applied in sections
• Then add my Blue Eco Styler to the sections (usually about 6 sections throughout)
• Release my hair after 20 minutes and shake

This method is sort of similar to @Amoreofcurls, because I did mine on damp hair also

My second method was on soaking wet hair

• Wash hair
• Add Aussie Moist Frizz Miricle Conditioner to my hair in 9 sections
• Add Blue Eco Styler to my hair in the sections
• Leave my hair in the sections
• Release after 20 minutes and shake

My problem is my hair dried crunchy on both occassions and was not so moisturised. It also took FOREVER to dry. I did the first one at 3 'o' clock in the afternoon and the middle was still quite wet at 5 'o' clock in the evening the next day ! I done the second one today at about 3 'o' clock so I'm wait to see how it turns out, even though the front is so frizzy and dry looking. Another big problem is that my hair turns white when the conditioner and gel are applied, like you can see the conditioner and gel in my hair Maybe if I diffuse my hair it will go away ? It's weird because when I BC'd it was so simple and easy to do a wash and go erplexed

What do you ladies suggest ? Sorry for the long post !
TIA and HHG Ladies !!

I would just sit under the dryer or use the blow dryer because I can't wait a whole day for my hair to dry. I hate wet hair.

I get rid of crunch by applying a oily heat protectant (Beyond the Zone) and scrunch it when it's pretty much all the way dry using the blow dryer w/o diffuser attachment.

You may need to try another leave-in because you don't want to be able to see it on your hair...it'll make your hair dry ashy and flaky.

 

[JC-Junkie]

Thank you @SmilingElephant and @Pokahontas !

I'm going to get another leave in, the Giovanni Leave In didn't do much fo me . I'm gonna give another go at a WNG !

 

[Beverly Ann Properties]

My 2nd day wash and go with KCKT and KKCC. I will try again tomorrow.

 

[Islandspyce]

Is there a technique for getting your hair to "hang"? Mine seems to curl ok but the curls stack up and I get a triangle shape or just a round fro. I also find my self using a ton of gel and then get left with white hair so I end up rinsing it out.

My current technique is to co-wash, apply my Kimmay concoction, then huge gobs of eco styler crystal in sections combing thru with the denamen brush. 9 times out of 10 I end up pulling it back with a headband.

Right now, my hair is just grazing the top of my shoulder when stretched after my BC in Jan. perhaps I just need to wait for more length?

 

[Vshanell]

Is there a technique for getting your hair to "hang"? Mine seems to curl ok but the curls stack up and I get a triangle shape or just a round fro. I also find my self using a ton of gel and then get left with white hair so I end up rinsing it out.

My current technique is to co-wash, apply my Kimmay concoction, then huge gobs of eco styler crystal in sections combing thru with the denamen brush. 9 times out of 10 I end up pulling it back with a headband.

Right now, my hair is just grazing the top of my shoulder when stretched after my BC in Jan. perhaps I just need to wait for more length?

That denman shrinks my hair up mad crazy. I have a lot of shrinkage naturally but that thing makes it so much worse! I just use a wide tooth comb to distribute products and the tightly curly method really helps my curls hang well!

 

[suns4i6e]

I'm really thinking about trying Kinky Curly. But I use products from different lines together and I heard it only works with it's own line.

I went to a Target store about 30 min away from me the other day and spotted the kckt. I smelled it and it didn't smell like anything. I was kinda disappointed bc everybody talks about good it smells. I have a sensitive nose and I smelled nada!

SmilingElephant, I use KCCC with every-thang! It's my go to base styling agent after leave in. I can see it not playing well with super creamy products that aren't well emulsified, or absorbed into hair but I can honestly say it has never interfered with any of my products. It may be worth a shot.

 

[JC-Junkie]

Do you ladies know of any thick and creamy conditioners which can allow my hair to hang and define my curls like a gel ? Like Islandspyce, I have to use lots of gel as well and end up with white hair. I don't like that much, but I guess it's because it's now dry yet I try it again with gel and blow dry it about half way next time. But any thick conditioners ? Because the gel also leaves my hair quite crunchy as well
TIA and HHG Ladies !!!!

 

[DesignerCurls]

@DesignerCurls....do you use a leave in at all tho? I've been wanting to try a no product wash n go but at least use a leave in.

I know I'm 20 years late with my reply lol but @SmilingElephant I do use a leave in if I co-wash and wear a wash n go. I will use something creamy or a butter as a leave in and follow up with KCCC or Ecostyler gel or occasionally a homemade flaxseed gel. But if I shampoo and DC (adding my ceramide oil mix) I usually rock the naked wash n go for at least 2 days because my hair is still moist from the DCing!

Also lately I have been using Giovanni Direct only for my wash n go's and they have turned out nice

ETA: I get my best no product wash n gos after I do a protein and DC treatment!!! double

 

[MyInvisibleChyrsalis]

I love using a curl activator gel underneath any of the versions of Eco Styler. My problem is the ssk's. Has anybody found a way to minimize the knots or does that just go with the territory?

 

[Beverly Ann Properties]

I haven't experienced any ssk's. I only detangle 1x a week and prepoo with coconut oil overnight before my wash, DC, and detangling session. So far no ssk's. The coconut oil leaves my hair well conditioned and pratically tangle and ssk's free.