2,364 Curly Girl Caution Products

These products contain water-soluble silicones or volatile alcohols — on the boundary of CG compatibility.

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What Does "Curly Girl Caution" Mean?

Caution-rated products contain ingredients that are borderline for the Curly Girl Method. The two main categories are:

  • Water-soluble silicones — these silicones (like PEG-modified dimethicone) can be washed out with gentle sulfate-free cleansers, so they don't cause the same buildup as non-water-soluble silicones.
  • Volatile alcohols — these alcohols evaporate quickly and don't remain on the hair, but some CG purists prefer to avoid them.

Many CG followers are comfortable using caution-rated products. The distinction exists to give you transparency about what's in your products so you can make an informed choice based on your hair's needs.