Learning new ways of taking care of your natural hairstyle is one of the benefits of going natural, because with so many different hairstyles and hair care products to choose from it can be really fun. So one that is changing the face of natural hair care is using the conditioner only method, this is a welcome hair care regimen for those of us who have been using gels in order to get the curl definition that we seek.

How to use the conditioner only method

So how it works, it is best done on your hair while it is wet, simply apply a large amount of natual hair conditioner, find one that is moisterizing and does not dry your hair out from silicones or alcohol. Next you will section off your hair and add a generous amount to each section until saturated, you do not need to brush the hair, instead distribute conditoner to your ends with your fingers until the hair is smooth, you will start to notice your hair curl up, now you will want to leave your hair alone letting it dry naturally. If you experience too much shrinkage you may want to switch to a conditioner that is heavier with a thick consistancy that works the best for this wash and go for natural hair. It is recommended that you leave in the conditioner and wear a shower cap at night to retain moisture which allows for you to wear the style for a few days after you first use the conditioner.

Choice of conditioners to use for your wash and go

Palmer's Olive Oil conditioner

Pantene Hydrating Curls

Herbal Essences Hello Hydration

Aubrey Organics Honeysuckle Rose

Garnier fructis conditioner

Giovanni 50/50 conditioner

Suave Coconut conditioner

Aussie Moist with Herbal Essence conditioner

Sunsilk Captivating Curls conditioner

Does it matter if you use a leave in conditioner or regular conditioner?

Everyone's hair is different and what works for one person may not work for another, so first of all the conditioner method is intended to leave in the conditioner once you rake a large amount of this curly hair product into your hairstyle while it is wet, then you will just let it dry, so the type of conditioner you choose will determine your results, plus the length of your hair and hair texture. The conditioner will weigh your hair down if it is long but as the day wears on and it drys plus depending if you start playing in it. You could end up with really big hair which looks nice too.

How long will the wash and go last?

For those who have tried the conditioner only method have found that all they need to do is refresh their hair in the morning in the shower and then adding more conditioner letting it dry throughout the day and they have amazing defined curls in a hairstyle that is not frizzy. With their hairstyle lasting for up to 5 days.