You may or may not have heard of the term ‘bowl method’ being thrown around in haircare lately. Primarily, it referred to that mushroom-style, DIY haircut with the aid of a bowl as a sort of cutting guide. You may remember being given this ‘do as a child before you were old enough to argue otherwise. The ‘bowl method’ then progressed to become sported by models and fashion icons but with sleek and edgy iterations. Now, we have the ‘bowl method’ for curly hair. What is the bowl method for curly hair, you ask? The latest hair-washing trend for curls and coils seems to be one of the more rational and legitimate hacks to come from TikTok. We would even go so far as to say it deserves its viral fame.
Keep reading to learn all about what the bowl method is for curly hair and how to master it.
What is the bowl method for curly hair?
To begin, what is the bowl method? And why is it specifically for curly hair? If you’ve been blessed with curly strands, you may understand that they need a bit of extra care. Whether you have tight 4C coils or a loose 3A pattern, attaining that luscious, defined bounce takes a few extra steps and even more nourishment. The bowl method for curly hair has entered our world to help achieve exactly that.
All it takes is a bowl, the Grow Gorgeous Curl Defining Leave-in Butter, and an extra ten minutes of your regime. With this low-maintenance hack of repeatedly dunking your hair into a bowl of water after washing, many are swearing that their curls are seamlessly locking in hydration and shine.