Curly Girl Method for Beginners: The Ultimate Guide with Manetain

Are you tired of battling frizz, dryness, and undefined curls? The Curly Girl Method (CGM) is the secret to achieving hydrated, bouncy, and well-defined curls—without damage! Manetain offers a complete range of CGM-approved, India-friendly curly hair products, making your curl journey effortless. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the CGM step-by-step using Manetain’s best curly hair products in India.

What is the Curly Girl Method (CGM)?

Developed by Lorraine Massey, the CGM is a gentle, moisture-rich routine that eliminates sulfates, silicones, drying alcohols, and heat styling—all major curl offenders. Instead, it focuses on:

• Hydration-first care to keep curls soft and bouncy

• Sulfate-free cleansers that cleanse without stripping

• Silicone-free stylers for definition without buildup

Whether you're wavy, curly, or coily, CGM enhances your texture and brings your curls back to life.

Step-by-Step CGM Routine with Manetain

Step 1: The Final Wash – Reset Your Curls!

Before switching to CGM, cleanse away buildup from silicones and waxes.

Use: Manetain Clarifying Shampoo

A fruit acid-based shampoo that detoxifies without drying.

Why?

It gives your curls a fresh start, allowing hydration to sink in fully.

Step 2: Gentle Cleansing – No Sulfates Here!

Swap harsh shampoos for gentler cleansers.

Use:

• Manetain Moisturising Shampoo for fine/medium hair

• Co-wash for dry, coarse, or tightly coiled hair types

Why?

They remove buildup while maintaining your hair’s natural oils and bounce.

Step 3: Hydration is Everything – Condition Like a Pro

Moisture equals definition. Silicone-free conditioners are essential.

Use: Manetain Multipurpose Conditioner

Use it as a rinse-out, deep conditioner, or leave-in based on your hair’s needs.

Why?

Infused with phytokeratin, argan oil, and Wavemax, it nourishes and defines curls across all types.

Step 4: Deep Treatment – Weekly TLC for Your Curls

This is where the moisture magic really happens.

Use:

• Ultimate Moisture Therapy for hydration

• Ultimate Bond Repair Therapy for strengthening damaged curls

Why?

Weekly masks restore elasticity, prevent dryness, and strengthen your strands from the inside out.

Pro Tip: Use a heat cap while masking for deeper penetration.

Step 5: Styling – Define, Hold & Hydrate

Styling depends on your curl type:

• Wavy Hair: Light leave-in + mousse + Hard Hold Gel

• Curly Hair: Curl Cream + Volume Gel (not leave-in!)

• Coily Hair: Curl Cream + plant-based gels or butters

Try:

• Curl Cream – Nourishes & defines

• Volume Gel – For soft hold

• Hard Hold Gel – For long-lasting definition

• Manetain Mousse – Great for wavies

How to apply:

Rake product through wet hair, scrunch, and plop with a microfiber towel or bonnet. Don’t forget the Hydrate & Hold Kit!

Step 6: Dry Gently – No Friction Allowed

Skip the terry towels—opt for curl-safe tools.

Use:

• Microfiber Turban Towel

• Scrunching Gloves

Why?

These reduce frizz and preserve your curl pattern.

Step 7: Scrunch Out the Crunch (SOTC)

When your gel cast forms, don’t panic—it’s a good sign!

Use: Multipurpose Hair Oil to soften the cast and add shine

How?

Once dry, scrunch with oil-coated hands to reveal soft, defined curls.

Bonus CGM Tips for Success

• Be consistent—it takes time for your curls to adapt

• Always sleep on satin or silk to protect curls

• Clarify once a month to reset and refresh

• Explore kits like the Beginner Basic Bundle if you're new

Why Manetain?

Founded by curl experts Yuba and Hinshara, Manetain is India’s first homegrown CGM-friendly brand, made for Indian curls, by Indian curlies.

What Makes Manetain Special:

• 100% CGM-approved

• Vegan, cruelty-free & sulfate/silicone-free

• Tested for Indian humidity and weather