Diane71 said:
What does shingling mean???
Diane, shingling is a term from
The Curve Salon . It's easier to follow the link and SEE than for me to explain it. In short, it's a technique for bringing out the curl pattern in curly textured hair.
Not Rapunzel said:
I feel like this is the 80's and I have a curl. Did I use too much product? Does anyone use a different product for shingling?
Hair turned our similarly, largely due simply to texture than product. If you are experiencing the greasies, you probably used too much. Did you use a leave in conditioner prior to applying the Curling Custard? If so, which did you use? How much.
Personally, I have had the least success with the Curling Custard when it comes to Shingling.
Products I've tried (for shingling purposes only) and liked are:
Bubble Up Styling Pudding ($9.95 + shipping/Handling)
Miss Jessie's Curling Pudding ($28.00 + shipping/Handling)
Citre Shine Making Waves Gel ($6.99 local drug store)
Fantasia Gel w/Sparklelites ($3.99 local drug store) (great hold!)
Kinky Curly's Curling Custard ($22.00 + shipping/handling)
L'oreal Out of Bed ($4.99 local drug store)
Shine Curl Activator Gel (local bss, can't remember price) (this one will stay 'moist' so don't over apply).
For shingling, I personally liked the first two the best, if it's just a wash and wear, any of the five will do.
For me, all of them worked to some degree, a leave in conditioner was key to success. I use V05 Peaches & Cream (love peaches!) or Strawberries & Cream.
How much to apply? Depends on hair length, density, how much hold you want/need. I'd say start with a lighter application than heavy and see how your hair responds.
I'm sure someone else will chime in w/more!!
Good luck!