How to Get the Best Wash and Go for Coily Hair

May 13, 2021

The coily hair type needs extreme moisture to stay soft, defined & to resist tangles. These tightly-packed corkscrew curls can be Type 3C or Type 4 hair & thrive with flat twists, bantu knots, twist-outs & stretched-style techniques. For many, the Wash & Go is the perfect hair care routine to get definition and volume and that's why we created the best wash and go natural hair products.

Coily influencer, Tenisha (@Pie.Face8), shows us how she achieves her voluminous, 4A hair texture wash & go using PATTERN's Hydration Shampoo, Intensive Conditioner, Styling Cream and the Strong Hold Gel. Watch & learn how to do a wash and go & care for your natural curl pattern!

How to Get the Best Wash & Go for Coily Hair

Step 1: Thoroughly cleanse all hair strands with the Hydration Shampoo. Section wet hair in twists to shampoo without tangling your tresses.

Step 2: Rinse with water. Then replenish moisture using the Heavy Conditioner. Distribute evenly throughout hair.

Step 3: Rinse with water. For extra hydration, follow up with a deep conditioning treatment using PATTERN's Intensive Conditioner.

Step 4: Once conditioner is distributed throughout the hair, twist and put on a shower cap for 10 minutes to allow for maximum penetration.

Step 5: Then rinse, being careful to not cause too much friction or unnecessary frizz.

Step 6: Once out of the shower, re-hydrate hair with the Misting Spray bottle in sections.

Step 7: Section curl pattern and work an ample amount of Styling Cream through each section.

Step 8: Use Shower Brush to evenly distribute the product for maximum curl definition.

Step 9: Follow up with the Strong Hold Gel making sure to lather & define each curl or coil.

Step 10: Allow hair to air dry or use dryer to speed up the process.

Step 11: Fluff to desired fullness with the Hair Pick. Want sleek edges after wash day? Grab the Edge Control plus Edge Brush to add a final touch to your wash n go routine.

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Reviewed by Ashley Ludgood

With over 12 years of experience in the beauty and fashion industry, Ashley Ludgood brings a wealth of expertise to her current role at PATTERN. Her insights have been featured in reputable publications like American Salon Magazine, American Spa Magazine, and Skin, Inc. Ashley has also shared her knowledge at conferences, including Face & Body, demonstrating her ongoing commitment to contributing to the industry. Having been an integral part of the team at PATTERN for nearly 4 years, Ashley continues to make significant contributions. Holding a degree in Journalism from Northwestern University, she remains passionate about her field. Among her favorite products, Ashley turns to the PATTERN Styling Cream, Moisture Milk, and the Cleansing Shampoo as her go-to essentials.

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