If every curly hair product, tool, and styling essential we owned disappeared tomorrow… what would we actually go out and buy again? In Episode 5 of Season 3 of Two Wavy Girls on the Internet, we're rebuilding our curly hair routines from scratch and sharing the products and tools that have truly earned a permanent place in our lives. We're talking shampoos, conditioners, styling products, brushes, diffusers, microfiber towels, clips, and all the little things we'd immediately replace with our own money. These aren't just products we like. These are the things we've used, tested, trusted, and loved enough that we'd repurchase them without hesitation.

If you're building a curly or wavy hair routine, simplifying an overflowing product stash, or just trying to figure out what's actually worth buying, this episode is basically our ultimate curly hair shopping list.

What would YOU run out to buy if you had to start all over again??

If you want to shop our curated lists, look no further: Alyson's: https://amzn.to/4jtb8Vl Courtney's: https://a.co/d/0dxSE3nU

Also. We're here to take care of you! Book professional salon or curl coaching sessions, get our favorite products, free guides, etc: Alyson's: https://bio.site/alysonlupo Courtney's: https://linktr.ee/swavycurlycourtney

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With a salon in North Dallas, Texas, Alyson Lupo (@alysonlupo_reallifecurlygirl) is a former Fortune 500 corporate communications pro turned professional hair stylist and educator with a passion for wavy hair and a fascination for product formulation. She has been sharintg her healthy hair journey on social media for the last decade.

Courtney (@swavycurlycourtney) Hey, I'm Courtney! When my hair had the odd bend and kink in it, little did I know my unhealthy hair was truly wavy and curly! Through my healthy hair journey, I have come to embrace the hair I have been "fearfully and wonderfully made with".

_______ Find Alyson on these platforms: Website: https://alysonlupo.com/ Newsletter: https://bit.ly/wavylifeemail YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/reallifecurlygirl Instagram: https://instagram.com/alysonlupo_reallifecurlygirl Facebook: https://facebook.com/alysonlupo_reallifecurlygirl

Find Courtney on these platforms: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@swavycurlycourtney Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swavycurlycourtney/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/swavycurlycourtney

Have you ever walked out of a haircut appointment wondering why your waves suddenly look flatter, stringier, or just… wrong? In Episode 4 of Two Wavy Girls on the Internet, Courtney and Alyson are talking all about HAIRCUTS and why the cut that looks amazing on someone else might not work at all for your wavy hair. We're breaking down layers, length, density, shrinkage, face framing, the tools stylists sometimes use, and how the shape of your haircut can completely change the way your waves and curls behave. We'll also talk about why copying a Pinterest photo doesn't always give you the result you're expecting and what to actually consider when choosing a haircut for YOUR hair.

Because sometimes your styling routine isn't the problem. Your products aren't the problem. Your hair isn't the problem. It might just be the haircut.

Also. We're here to take care of you! Book professional salon or curl coaching sessions, get our favorite products, free guides, etc: Alyson's: https://bio.site/alysonlupo Courtney's: https://linktr.ee/swavycurlycourtney

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With a salon in North Dallas, Texas, Alyson Lupo (@alysonlupo_reallifecurlygirl) is a former Fortune 500 corporate communications pro turned professional hair stylist and educator with a passion for wavy hair and a fascination for product formulation. She has been sharintg her healthy hair journey on social media for the last decade.

Courtney (@swavycurlycourtney) Hey, I'm Courtney! When my hair had the odd bend and kink in it, little did I know my unhealthy hair was truly wavy and curly! Through my healthy hair journey, I have come to embrace the hair I have been "fearfully and wonderfully made with".

_______ Find Alyson on these platforms: Website: https://alysonlupo.com/ Newsletter: https://bit.ly/wavylifeemail YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/reallifecurlygirl Instagram: https://instagram.com/alysonlupo_reallifecurlygirl Facebook: https://facebook.com/alysonlupo_reallifecurlygirl

Find Courtney on these platforms: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@swavycurlycourtney Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swavycurlycourtney/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/swavycurlycourtney

Your hair used to behave one way… and then somewhere around 40, it decided to change the rules. 😅 In Episode 3 of Two Wavy Girls on the Internet, we're joined by our friend Atoya Bass, owner and stylist at The Curly Hair Studio in Portland, Oregon (https://www.thecurlyhairstudio.com/) to talk about what happens when the hair you've known for years suddenly starts changing. We're talking texture changes, thinning, grays, hormones, dryness, curl pattern changes, products that suddenly stop working, and the very real frustration of feeling like you have to learn your hair all over again. If you've looked in the mirror lately and thought, "What is happening to my hair?!" this episode is for you. The good news? Your hair may be changing, but that doesn't mean you can't have great hair. It might just be time to change the way you're caring for it.

Also. We're here to take care of you! Book professional salon or curl coaching sessions, get our favorite products, free guides, etc: Alyson's: https://bio.site/alysonlupo Courtney's: https://linktr.ee/swavycurlycourtney

________ Your Hosts:

With a salon in North Dallas, Texas, Alyson Lupo (@alysonlupo_reallifecurlygirl) is a former Fortune 500 corporate communications pro turned professional hair stylist and educator with a passion for wavy hair and a fascination for product formulation. She has been sharintg her healthy hair journey on social media for the last decade.

Courtney (@swavycurlycourtney) Hey, I'm Courtney! When my hair had the odd bend and kink in it, little did I know my unhealthy hair was truly wavy and curly! Through my healthy hair journey, I have come to embrace the hair I have been "fearfully and wonderfully made with".

_______ Find Alyson on these platforms: Website: https://alysonlupo.com/ Newsletter: https://bit.ly/wavylifeemail YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/reallifecurlygirl Instagram: https://instagram.com/alysonlupo_reallifecurlygirl Facebook: https://facebook.com/alysonlupo_reallifecurlygirl

Find Courtney on these platforms: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@swavycurlycourtney Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swavycurlycourtney/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/swavycurlycourtney

Are you buying curly hair products based on what's trending, your curl type, someone else's holy grail… or what your hair *actually* needs? In Episode 2 of Season 3 of Two Wavy Girls on the Internet, we're talking about the BIGGEST mistakes people make when shopping for curly and wavy hair products — and why this can leave you with a cabinet full of products that just don't work for you. We're breaking down how we actually think about choosing products, what matters (and what probably matters way less than you think), and how to make smarter choices without constantly chasing the next "perfect" curly hair product. If you've ever thought, "Why does this work AMAZING for everyone else but not for me?" — this episode is for you.

Also. We're here to take care of you! Book professional salon or curl coaching sessions, get our favorite products, free guides, etc: Alyson's: https://bio.site/alysonlupo Courtney's: https://linktr.ee/swavycurlycourtney

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With a salon in North Dallas, Texas, Alyson Lupo (@alysonlupo_reallifecurlygirl) is a former Fortune 500 corporate communications pro turned professional hair stylist and educator with a passion for wavy hair and a fascination for product formulation. She has shared her healthy hair journey on social media for nearly 10 years.

Courtney (@swavycurlycourtney) Hey, I'm Courtney! When my hair had the odd bend and kink in it, little did I know my unhealthy hair was truly wavy and curly! Through my healthy hair journey, I have come to embrace the hair I have been "fearfully and wonderfully made with".

_______ Find Alyson on these platforms: Website: https://alysonlupo.com/ Newsletter: https://bit.ly/wavylifeemail YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/reallifecurlygirl Instagram: https://instagram.com/alysonlupo_reallifecurlygirl Facebook: https://facebook.com/alysonlupo_reallifecurlygirl

Find Courtney on these platforms: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@swavycurlycourtney Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swavycurlycourtney/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/swavycurlycourtney

Season 3 of **Two Wavy Girls on the Internet** is officially here! 🎉 And we're kicking things off with a question we hear ALL the time: **Why isn't my hair routine working?!** If you've been buying new products, trying different techniques, following tutorials, and still wondering why your waves or curls just aren't cooperating…the problem might not actually be your hair. So what could it be, and how to fix it? In this episode, we're talking about why a routine that works beautifully for one person can completely flop for someone else, how the internet accidentally overcomplicates wavy and curly hair care, and what actually matters when you're trying to build a routine that works for *your* hair. We're also catching up, talking about how our own hair and routines have changed, and probably exploring a few tangents along the way. If you've ever thought, **"Maybe my hair just can't look like that,"** this episode is for you. Welcome back to **Two Wavy Girls on the Internet — Season 3!** We're so glad you're here. ❤️

Also? We're here to take care of you! Book professional salon or curl coaching sessions, get our favorite products, free guides, etc: Alyson's: https://bio.site/alysonlupo Courtney's: https://linktr.ee/swavycurlycourtney

________ Your Hosts:

With a salon in North Dallas, Texas, Alyson Lupo (@alysonlupo_reallifecurlygirl) is a former Fortune 500 corporate communications pro turned professional hair stylist and educator with a passion for wavy hair and a fascination for product formulation. She has shared her healthy hair journey on social media for nearly 10 years.

Courtney (@swavycurlycourtney) Hey, I'm Courtney! When my hair had the odd bend and kink in it, little did I know my unhealthy hair was truly wavy and curly! Through my healthy hair journey, I have come to embrace the hair I have been "fearfully and wonderfully made with".

_______ Find Alyson on these platforms: Website: https://alysonlupo.com/ Newsletter: https://bit.ly/wavylifeemail YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/reallifecurlygirl Instagram: https://instagram.com/alysonlupo_reallifecurlygirl Facebook: https://facebook.com/alysonlupo_reallifecurlygirl

Find Courtney on these platforms: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@swavycurlycourtney Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swavycurlycourtney/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/swavycurlycourtney

This is an official apology. We're sorry for helping thousands of women embrace their waves and curls. We're sorry for teaching you how to choose the right products, the right haircut, and the right application techniques for your hair. We're sorry for creating content that made you feel confident, capable, and less confused in a space that often thrives on rules, confusion and exclusion.

Just kidding. But seriously, in the season finale of Two Wavy Girls on the Internet, we're using satire to address a very real issue: how education became elitism, how guidance became gatekeeping, and how women with looser curl patterns were made to feel like they didn't belong. This episode is our unapologetic apology — and a reminder that your hair is allowed to exist exactly as it is.

We're also following up on our Two Wavy Girls' 30-Day Grateful Curls Challenge If you'd like to jump on the bandwagon, it's not too late! Download your Grateful Curls Challenge guide here: https://bit.ly/twgchallenge

Also? We're here to take care of you! Book professional in-person or virtual sessions, get our favorite products, free guides, etc: Alyson's: https://bio.site/alysonlupo Courtney's: https://linktr.ee/swavycurlycourtney

________ Your Hosts:

With a salon in North Dallas, Texas, Alyson Lupo (@alysonlupo_reallifecurlygirl) is a former Fortune 500 corporate communications pro turned professional hair stylist and educator with a passion for wavy hair and a fascination for product formulation. She has shared her healthy hair journey on social media for nearly 10 years.

Courtney (@swavycurlycourtney) Hey, I'm Courtney! When my hair had the odd bend and kink in it, little did I know my unhealthy hair was truly wavy and curly! Through my healthy hair journey, I have come to embrace the hair I have been "fearfully and wonderfully made with".

_______ Find Alyson on these platforms: Website: https://alysonlupo.com/ Newsletter: https://bit.ly/wavylifeemail YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/reallifecurlygirl Instagram: https://instagram.com/alysonlupo_reallifecurlygirl Facebook: https://facebook.com/alysonlupo_reallifecurlygirl

Find Courtney on these platforms: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@swavycurlycourtney Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swavycurlycourtney/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/swavycurlycourtney

If your waves look ah-mazing for 10 minutes and then slowly collapse into limp, stretched-out noodles… this episode is for you. In episode 18 (episode 8 of season 2), we're breaking down the actual reasons wavy hair won't hold shape — and spoiler: It's NOT because your hair isn't "curly enough."

We dive into the science of wave formation, the biggest routine mistakes people don't even know they're making, and the surprising factors (weather, buildup, wrong products, technique gaps, and even haircut structure) that sabotage definition before your hair even dries. If you've ever felt defeated by flat waves, crunchy roots, stringy ends, or curls that only last until lunchtime, buckle up. By the end of this episode, you'll know exactly what to adjust — and why your hair absolutely can hold shape with the right approach.

We're also following up on our Two Wavy Girls' 30-Day Grateful Curls Challenge If you'd like to jump on the bandwagon, it's not too late! Download your Grateful Curls Challenge guide here: https://bit.ly/twgchallenge

Also? We're here to take care of you! Book in-person or virtual sessions, get our favorite products, free guides, etc: Alyson's: https://bio.site/alysonlupo Courtney's: https://linktr.ee/swavycurlycourtney

________ Your Hosts:

With a salon in North Dallas, Texas, Alyson Lupo (@alysonlupo_reallifecurlygirl) is a former Fortune 500 corporate communications pro turned professional hair stylist and educator with a passion for wavy hair and a fascination for product formulation. She has shared her healthy hair journey on social media for nearly 10 years.

Courtney (@swavycurlycourtney) Hey, I'm Courtney! When my hair had the odd bend and kink in it, little did I know my unhealthy hair was truly wavy and curly! Through my healthy hair journey, I have come to embrace the hair I have been "fearfully and wonderfully made with".

_______ Find Alyson on these platforms: Website: https://alysonlupo.com/ Newsletter: https://bit.ly/wavylifeemail YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/reallifecurlygirl Instagram: https://instagram.com/alysonlupo_reallifecurlygirl Facebook: https://facebook.com/alysonlupo_reallifecurlygirl

Find Courtney on these platforms: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@swavycurlycourtney Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swavycurlycourtney/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/swavycurlycourtney

We're officially TWO WEEKS into our Two Wavy Girls' 30-Day Grateful Curls Challenge, and today we're giving you the real and honest mid-challenge check-in. No fluff, no perfection — just the actual progress, the surprising wins, the annoying struggles, and everything we're learning about our wavy-curly hair along the way. In this episode, we're also including istener encouragement and stories from the community.

New here? Join our Grateful Curls Challenge! We're doing 30 days of the SAME products, DIFFERENT techniques, and consistent curl care so you can finally figure out what your hair actually likes. Share your challenge updates with us using #GratefulCurls so we can cheer you on. Don't forget: Subscribe for weekly episodes, challenge updates, curl education, and all the wavy-chaotic fun you know and love from us. Download your Grateful Curls Challenge guide here: https://bit.ly/twgchallenge

Also? We're here to take care of you! Book in-person or virtual sessions, get our favorite products, free guides, etc: Alyson's: https://bio.site/alysonlupo Courtney's: https://linktr.ee/swavycurlycourtney

________ Your Hosts:

With a salon in North Dallas, Texas, Alyson Lupo (@alysonlupo_reallifecurlygirl) is a former Fortune 500 corporate communications pro turned professional hair stylist and educator with a passion for wavy hair and a fascination for product formulation. She has shared her healthy hair journey on social media for nearly 10 years.

Courtney (@swavycurlycourtney) Hey, I'm Courtney! When my hair had the odd bend and kink in it, little did I know my unhealthy hair was truly wavy and curly! Through my healthy hair journey, I have come to embrace the hair I have been "fearfully and wonderfully made with".

_______ Find Alyson on these platforms: Website: https://alysonlupo.com/ Newsletter: https://bit.ly/wavylifeemail YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/reallifecurlygirl Instagram: https://instagram.com/alysonlupo_reallifecurlygirl Facebook: https://facebook.com/alysonlupo_reallifecurlygirl

Find Courtney on these platforms: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@swavycurlycourtney Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swavycurlycourtney/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/swavycurlycourtney

Two Wavy Girls On The Internet is a conversational wavy hair podcast where we talk all things waves, beauty, health—brought to you by a couple nerdy wavy girls: Alyson and Courtney.

The Grateful Curls Challenge is officially here AND so is our special guest, Wes Sharpton, educator at Hairstory. We talked: technique, consistency, curl clarity, and massive learnings from one of the most innovative brands in the haircare world.

We're also kicking off our Two Wavy Girls' Grateful Curls 30-Day Challenge. This one is all about learning your waves and curls, with application and styling technique at the heart of the issue. Grab your FREE challenge guide, print it out or download to your phone, settle in, and let's get grateful for our curls together. Download your guide here: https://bit.ly/twgchallenge

We're here to take care of you! Book in-person or virtual sessions, get our favorite products, free guides, etc: Alyson's: https://bio.site/alysonlupo Courtney's: https://linktr.ee/swavycurlycourtney

________ Your Hosts:

With a salon in North Dallas, Texas, Alyson Lupo (@alysonlupo_reallifecurlygirl) is a former Fortune 500 corporate communications pro turned professional hair stylist and educator with a passion for wavy hair and a fascination for product formulation. She has shared her healthy hair journey on social media for nearly 10 years.

Courtney (@swavycurlycourtney) Hey, I'm Courtney! When my hair had the odd bend and kink in it, little did I know my unhealthy hair was truly wavy and curly! Through my healthy hair journey, I have come to embrace the hair I have been "fearfully and wonderfully made with".

_______ Find Alyson on these platforms: Website: https://alysonlupo.com/ Newsletter: https://bit.ly/wavylifeemail YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/reallifecurlygirl Instagram: https://instagram.com/alysonlupo_reallifecurlygirl Facebook: https://facebook.com/alysonlupo_reallifecurlygirl

Find Courtney on these platforms: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@swavycurlycourtney Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swavycurlycourtney/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/swavycurlycourtney

Two Wavy Girls On The Internet is a conversational wavy hair podcast where we talk all things waves, beauty, health—brought to you by a couple nerdy wavy girls: Alyson and Courtney.

In this episode of Two Wavy Girls on the Internet, we're breaking down what it really takes to build a healthy wavy and curly hair routine—no fluff, no 27-step wash days. Alyson and Courtney dig into the 5 simple steps to understanding your hair, PLUS the science of simple: How to nourish your hair without overloading it, what ingredients actually matter, and the viral formulation myths that drive us both absolutely crazy. Whether you're a minimalist or a product junkie trying to detox, this episode will help you simplify your routine, strengthen your hair, and finally make sense of what your curls need (and what they really don't).

BONUS: Want to join our 30-day product challenge?? We start NOW and wrap in mid-December. Jump on one or both of our email lists and be on the lookout for a worksheet to help you work through it all. Coming ASAP.

All our resources—book in-person or virtual sessions, favorite products, free guides, etc.: Alyson's: https://bio.site/alysonlupo Courtney's: https://linktr.ee/swavycurlycourtney

________ Podcast segments:

- The Science of Simple: Building a Healthy Curly Hair Routine

- Listener Live Q&A

_______ Your Hosts:

With a salon in North Dallas, Texas, Alyson Lupo (@alysonlupo_reallifecurlygirl) is a former Fortune 500 corporate communications pro turned professional hair stylist and educator with a passion for wavy hair and a fascination for product formulation. She has shared her healthy hair journey on social media for nearly 10 years.

Courtney (@swavycurlycourtney) Hey, I'm Courtney! When my hair had the odd bend and kink in it, little did I know my unhealthy hair was truly wavy and curly! Through my healthy hair journey, I have come to embrace the hair I have been "fearfully and wonderfully made with".

_______ Find Alyson on these platforms: Website: https://alysonlupo.com/ Newsletter: https://bit.ly/wavylifeemail YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/reallifecurlygirl Instagram: https://instagram.com/alysonlupo_reallifecurlygirl Facebook: https://facebook.com/alysonlupo_reallifecurlygirl

Find Courtney on these platforms: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@swavycurlycourtney Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swavycurlycourtney/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/swavycurlycourtney