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10 Steps to Healthy, Youthful, Radiant Skin

CG Beauty · 19/05/2019

10 Steps to Healthy, Youthful, Radiant Skin

Is my skin dry or dehydrated?

CG Beauty · 24/02/2019

Is my skin dry or dehydrated?

Introducing CG Beauty

CG Beauty · 20/02/2019

Introducing CG Beauty

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This is not a bandwagon. This is a demand for chan

This is not a bandwagon. This is a demand for change. This is a call to stand together in solidarity to do the work and take the action - no matter how uncomfortable! - required for that change.
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Black. Lives. Matter.
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To clarify, this is not a day to post a black picture on the grid and stay off social media. This is a day to silence voices and usual content etc to make the voices of BLM and Black Lives Matter louder. To give them more space on the platform, to amplify and support their voices and what they have to say. I'm silencing myself so others can be loud.
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The only thing I'll be doing today is continuing to read, research and educate myself so I can be as fully informed as possible, so I can make changes, support and donate to others to help fight for change.
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#blackouttuesday #blackoutday2020

Black. Lives. Matter. I don't want my silence to s

Black. Lives. Matter. I don't want my silence to speak louder than my words, and after seeing George Floyd be choked to death by a white police officer, whilst pleading for his life, to just breathe, I couldn't be silent. None of us should. Not anyone. I watched @calliethorpe and @nicoleocran stories yesterday and today, and I had to say something.
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Supporting and encouraging the black community, businesses and people of colour isn't enough. We need to speak up, no matter how much we might feel uncomfortable, that we might say the wrong thing. As Nicole said, if your discomfort is the only thing you have to lose, then you're doing pretty well.
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I highly suggest following @nicoleocran and watching her stories, and her BLM highlights. Check out @calliethorpe stories too, she's got some great resources, book recommendations and links. I'll be taking the time to read, to educate not only myself, but my children too. So I can DO something about it, and be part of the change.
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Not knowing what to say, or what to do isn't good enough. And while I'm figuring out what the right or appropriate thing to say or do is, black people are continuing to lose their lives, every day - to people who look just like me. And I am NOT OKAY with that!
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I've seen a quote that racism isn't getting worse, it's just getting filmed. And that's true, this is not new. In fact, racism against black people and people of colour, is deeply ingrained in our global culture and society!
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It's disgusting, it's unacceptable and as a race - a human race - as white people, we should be ashamed of ourselves and outraged! And fuck whatever discomfort or awkwardness we may or may not feel talking about it, addressing the issue and doing what needs to be done to stamp racism out of our culture, our society, our every day lives. People, BLACK people's lives literally depend on it! .
#blacklivesmatter #blm #justiceforgeorgefloyd

Yesterday was a bit of an emotional roller-coaster

Yesterday was a bit of an emotional roller-coaster for me, full of ups and downs, moments of stability and productivity, and moments of desperately trying to keep the rising panic and anxiety at the door.
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Instead of reaching out to people and places, seeking company and distraction when I feel like that. Quarantine is forcing me to ground myself, to sit with it, to look within for answers, reassurance and find that little place of peace and calm deep inside, to self-soothe I guess.
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We all know of the fight or flight responses. But did you know there's actually more? Fight, flight, freeze or face it. @jessi_huntenburg said recently, "look at the fear that's looking at you" - and it really hit me and got me thinking. My old rugby playing boss always used to say, "you can only tackle what's in front of you" - and that's what I'm learning to do, looking at the fears that are popping up, facing them and tackling them one at a time.
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But I wanted to say thank you, for giving me something and someone to show up for. For being the thing that keeps me going, a reason to get up, and show up, power through and keep on keeping on. But also for seeing me as a real person, a human, more than just "an influencer" or some kind of Curly Girl Google - which can happen a lot.
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I had one last curl clinic yesterday afternoon, and I almost cancelled it at the last minute because I wasn't sure I'd be able to make it through. But I didn't, I gave myself one last push for the day. And due to the incredible heartfelt, human kindness and genuine words of appreciation and encouragement @happytherescake showed me, I ended up in tears at the end of it anyway.
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Sometimes I underestimate the kindness and genuine human connection I share with you on this little platform. So I wanted to start today by saying thank you and showing my gratitude and appreciation. It really means so much! It's what made me start Curly Cailín, and its what keeps me going when I feel like I no longer can.
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#gratitude #thankful #curlfriends #curlcommunity #realpeople #curls #curlyhair #bethankful #showgratitude #showup #keepgoing #powerthrough #faceyourfears
#fightorflight #imarealperson #morethanmycurls

It's my 3 year curl anniversary and I smashed anot

It's my 3 year curl anniversary and I smashed another wash day today. And honestly, it makes me feel so much better! It lifts my mood, boosts my self esteem. So much of my emotions and mental health are tied up in my hair. It's always been a reflection of how I'm doing, and feeling.
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When I lost my curls due to years of heat, colour and chemical damage (swipe to see my barely 2a waves) I felt like I'd lost a part of myself, my identity - my curls are who I am. So to lose them, I didn't recognise myself and felt a bit like an imposter. It sounds so silly to say it now.
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3 years into my curl journey, never in a million years did I think I could get my curls back like this. But what I've realised is that I'm actually so much more than my curls! They are just a part of who I am, and a bad wash day doesn't have to define me, or ruin my day - although it often has, not to mention cause tears of pure frustration!
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So if you're just starting your curly journey, or wondering if you'll ever get your curls back. Don't give up, do lots of research (I've got loads of helpful, information, tips, advice, techniques, reviews and recommendations on my blog www.curlycailin.ie), be patient - You didn't damage your hair over mihjt or in one wash day, you're not going to fix it overnight or in wash day either. Trial and error, learning about what works for YOUR hair and consistency is key.
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And finally, be prepared for so much more than your curls to change! And your bad hair day, is someone else's hair goals. Gabriella, not Cailín. I've linked 2 blog posts in my stories tracking my first and second year following the CG method, the changes, problems and progress, check them out if you need some encouragement to keep going and not give up if you're struggling or just starting out. .
#curlyanniversary #curlanniversary #curlygirlmethod #CG #CGmethod #curls #curlyhair #3years #curlyhairtransformation #beforeandafter #hairtransformation #unrecognisable #darkcurlyhair #longhair

Oh don't mind me, just having an absolute stellar

Oh don't mind me, just having an absolute stellar wash day using some of my MOST favourite products!
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Swipe to see what my hair looked like before. I did the ultimate lazy wash day on Sunday. I literally cleansed, conditioned and raked in one styling product, with minimum effort, care, attention and technique. I put a few root clips in and air dried, and haven't protected it at night since, and worn it up in a bun for days.
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So today I pulled out the big guns! I cleansed with @bouncecurl Clarifying Shampoo, my favourite cleanser of all time! Gentle enough for regular use, I wash twice a week. You can get 10% off Bounce Curl using my code CURLYCAILIN10.
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Then I deep conditioned with @curljunkiehairproducts Repair Me! (only available in the USA) with my heat cap for 30 mins, taking it off for the last 5 mins to let my hair cool down, and then rinsed with luke warm water. My heat caps are back in stock btw, click the link in my bio to shop. .
To style, I applied @bouncecurl Light Creme Gel, and layered @panteneuk mousse on top - a dream combo if you're struggling to get this gel to work for your hair. Then finished with a few spritz's of @bouncecurl hair spray before diffusing until 90% dry and root clipping for the rest. I use it pretty much every single wash day since I got it last year! It's great at really tightening up my curl pattern - which I love. .
Honestly, I feel like a new woman! My hair is often an indication of how I'm doing, what I'm feeling, where my mental health is at, it's the first thing I neglect. So this wash day has definitely helped, I mean - how could I not do a full face of makeup and winged liner when my curls are looking this good?! Am I right?! Check out my stories if you want to see more of my hair on this wash day. .
#curls #bouncecurlologist #bouncecurl #healthycurls #happycurls #mediumporosityhair #curlygirlmethod #curlyhair #CG #CGmethod #longcurlyhair #bighairdontcare #washdaywednesday #quarantinecurls

CURL CLINIC ANNOUNCEMENT! . Tomorrow is the first

CURL CLINIC ANNOUNCEMENT!
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Tomorrow is the first of my monthly Curl Clinics on Instagram LIVE! I'll be doing them the first #WashdayWednesday of every month.
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It's an 8pm GMT. I've got an event reminder in my stories if you wanna check that out. That way Instagram will send you a notification when it's time.
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As always, I'll be with all my products and taking your questions answering them as best as I can. And of course, if you'd prefer to book a one on one curl clinic, click the link in my bio, hit the button and fill out the form and I'll get back to you via email.
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See you tomorrow!
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#curlclinic #curlygirlmethod #curlygirlmethod #curls #curlyhair #curlyhairproblems #curlyhairproducts #CGproducts #CGmethod #instagramlive

AD | My latest blog post is all about The Golden T

AD | My latest blog post is all about The Golden Triangle of Healthy Hair click the link in my bio or swipe up in my stories to read it. I first came up with the analogy a few months ago during one of my Instagram Live Curl Clinics. It cuts through all the complicated do's and don'ts of healthy hair care.
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Instead breaking it down to 3 simple principles, which you can incorporate into your products and routine. Making healthy hair simple and easy to both achieve and maintain. So whether you're at the start of your curly, healthy hair journey. Or you've been on the healthy hair struggle bus for a while, this post is for you!
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This post is sponsored by Look Fantastic which is where I purchase most of my favourite curly girl friendly products. You can get 15% off using my code CURLYCAILINLF at checkout. *Some exclusions may apply.
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Essentially The Golden Triangle for Healthy Hair is built on a foundation and balance of protein and moisture at the base of the triangle, with clarifying at the top. See the post to find out more, what products I recommend, and how to put it all together to suit YOUR hair. .
#AD #lookfantastic #teamfantastic #curlygirl #curls #curlyhair #CG #CGmethod #curlygirlmethod #mediumporosityhair #healthyhair #goldentriangle #hairgrowth #curlyhaircare #curlfriends #healthyhairtips

#washdaywednesday and my hair bounced back in one

#washdaywednesday and my hair bounced back in one wash after "straightening" it with my @babylissprouk curling tongs on Saturday.
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I'm so SO happy with my results! Full details of what I USED, with swipe ups to all the products and discount codes, are in my stories if you wanna check those out.
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I love being able to straighten my hair every now again, for a change, something different. But please ONLY use heat styling tools on your hair if it's fully transitioned and healthy! Otherwise you WILL cause damage and your hair will most likely take a couple of weeks to bounce back!
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All that said, I feel more like myself, and I recognise the person staring back at me, as myself when my hair is naturally curly and full of volume and definition. That's me, that's who I am. It took me a while to figure that out, this journey has been about so much more than just discovering my natural hair and embracing my curls!
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I figured out so much more. Sure, it started with my hair, but since then it's gone so much deeper. I've learned, discovered and embraced so many other things that I am naturally, authentically and unapologetically.
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Does anyone else relate or feel the same way about their own curly journey? Let me know in the comments, it's something that really fascinates me and I'm just as passionate about and proud of. The unexpected perks I guess!
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#curlygirlmethod #mediumporosityhair #organicbeauty #organichaircare #veganbeauty #veganhaircare #curlyhaircare #curlfriends #CGbeauty #curls #curlyhair #bighair #definedcurls #curlyjourney #CGmethod #CG #innersenseorganicbeauty

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Hello! Here's some info about my One on One Curl C

Hello! Here's some info about my One on One Curl Clinics, but first I thought I'd do a quick little introduction for anyone who's new here, and a quick refresh for those of you who've followed me for a while.
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So my name is Gabriella, not Cailín. Cailín means "girl" in Irish. And I'm an Irish/Italian curly girl, following my own modified version of the #curlygirlmethod. I have a blog where I share my curly journey, lessons learned and knowledge gained. Tips, tricks, techniques, reviews and recommendations! As well as CG Beauty - all the same principles of the curly girl method, but for skincare and beauty!
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I pour my heart and soul into my blog, all my best info is there, and I'm so proud of it. In just over 2 years, it's got over 3.5 MILLION hits! If you haven't visited it already, the link is in my bio, and the URL is the same as my IG handle @curlycailin.ie
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I've been hosting popular Curl Clinics on IG Live for a while, where I answer all your curl-related questions. However, I know many of you prefer one on one sessions, specific to YOUR hair, the products you already have, or my products, tools and technique recommendations specifically for YOUR hair and what you're struggling with or trying to achieve the most. .
So, if you would like to know more, or book a One on One Curl Clinic session with me, either swipe up in my stories, or click the link in my bio. Fill out the form, and I'll get back to you with more information and to arrange a date and time that works best for you. .
#curlygirl #curls #curlygirlmethod #CG #CGmethod #curlclinic #hairporosity #proteinmoisturebalance #frizzfreecurls #definition #volume #healthyhair

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