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

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 episode 4 of Two Wavy Girls on the Internet, we're calling out the most overrated wavy hair tips that simply aren't worth the hype…and spilling what actually works for waves and curl. And the best part? We've got a special guest at the table—Barbara, founder of Curls Monthly and @itsbarbiedelle on YouTube and Instagram! She's bringing the insider product knowledge and hot takes you NEED to hear. We're talking: Overhyped routines that waste your time. What really matters for hydration + definition. The products that deserve the hype (and the ones that…just, don't). And new takes on past ways of thinking about how to pick products for your hair.

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:

- Wavy Truths We've Been Too Scared To Share

- Product Spotlight

- 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

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 episode 3 of Two Wavy Girls on the Internet, we're getting real real. "Wavy Hair Confessions: What We've Been Too Scared to Say" is all about the unfiltered truths, guilty pleasures, and controversial opinions we've been holding back. From styling regrets to hot takes on popular opinions (including anonymous shares from our audience!) — nothing's off limits this week.

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:

- Wavy Truths We've Been Too Scared To Share

- Product Spotlight

- 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

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.

This week on Two Wavy Girls on the Internet, we're tackling the biggest curl saboteurs: humidity, hard water, and the environment you live in—plus the season change on our horizon. From frizz in the Texas heat to flat waves in damp weather, we're breaking down how climate, water quality, and geography can either bless your curls…or drive you crazy.

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:

- Hard Water & Humidity Pros & Cons, Tips & Tricks

- Product Spotlight

- Listener Live Q&A

- Fall Season Hair Prep

_______ Your Hosts:

Alyson Lupo (@alysonlupo_reallifecurlygirl) is a former Fortune 500 corporate communications pro and top secret clearance-holding government contractor turned Dallas-based 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.

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:

- Intro and welcome back!

- Mom Hair Hacks: Balancing kids, Chaos, & Curl Care

- Product Spotlight

- Listener Live Q&A

_______ Your Hosts:

Alyson Lupo (@alysonlupo_reallifecurlygirl) is a former Fortune 500 corporate communications pro and top secret clearance-holding government contractor 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.

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 topics rundown:

- Recap Season One from Finish to Start

- Audience Requests & Questions

- Listener Live Q&A

- What's on the Horizon for Two Wavy Girls?

_______ Meet Your Hosts:

Alyson Lupo (@alysonlupo_reallifecurlygirl) is a former Fortune 500 corporate communications pro and top secret clearance-holding government contractor turned professional hair stylist and educator with a passion for wavy hair and a fascination around product formulation. She has shared her healthy hair journey on social media for almost 10 years, where she has grown a passionate wavy-haired audience of nearly 150K "curl friends."

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 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/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.

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 topics rundown:

- Scalp Care: If it itches, wash it...and more

- Learn to 'read' your hair

- Product Spotlight

- Listener Live Q&A

_______ Meet Your Hosts:

Alyson Lupo (@alysonlupo_reallifecurlygirl) is a former Fortune 500 corporate communications pro and top secret clearance-holding government contractor turned professional hair stylist and educator with a passion for wavy hair and a fascination around product formulation. She has shared her healthy hair journey on social media for almost 10 years, where she has grown a passionate wavy-haired audience of nearly 150K "curl friends."

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 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/reallifecurlygirl/

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