I ordered some new products to start using after I did the clarifying wash. So, new routine is: —Wash with Shea Moisture Curl and Shine Shampoo
—Condition with Suave Tropical Coconut (I had it leftover, and I’m slowly trying to build my curly collection, but it’s CGM approved), S2C —While still wet, applied Shea Moisture Curl and Shine Styling Milk with praying hands and some raking
—Scrunched in Aussie instant freeze gel
—Microplopped with T-shirt just so it wasn’t sopping wet when I got out
—Plopped in cotton T-shirt for about an hour

I let it dry with the gel cast, but when I scrunched our the crunch, my hair just seemed flat and lifeless. It’s not nearly as bouncy and shiny as it was the first time, and my waves are flat and stringy. I know this is a marathon, not a sprint. Is that a sign that maybe the products weren’t right for me? I have 2b-2c waves (picture on my profile), so is it possible they are too heavy for me? I also bought the As I Am leave in to try.

I’m obviously not expecting perfect results right away, but just wanna make sure I’m still on the right track!