Curly hair is beautiful, but not everyone rolls out of bed with that beautiful haircut. Take extra care of your curls with these tips.
Curly hair is naturally drier than other hair types. Do not wash your hair too often, this will preserve the natural oils of your hair. Apply conditioner after every wash and use a hair mask once a week † There are even special masks for curly hair. Like this .
Try to brush your curls as little as possible to prevent your hair from breaking or getting frizzy. Detangle your hair with your fingers, in the shower while letting the conditioner soak in. If that's not enough, use a comb with teeth that are widely spaced. Like this curling comb especially for thick curly and frizzy hair.
Dry your hair gently after washing. Do not rub it dry with a heavy hand, but gently squeeze your hair with a towel.
Preferably let your hair air dry completely. If necessary, use a leave-in conditioner or serum to combat frizzy hair.
Is it really necessary to dry your hair , then use a diffuser and turn on the hair dryer on the coldest setting.
Visit the hairdresser regularly to have your hair trimmed. Curly hair seems to grow slower, but the ends split just as fast.
Do you wake up in the morning with a haircut of despair? Invest in a satin pillowcase † Satin is gentle on your hair and makes it less tangled. You can also tie your hair in a loose bun on top of your head to avoid chafing on your pillow.
Avoid hair products with sulfates, alcohol and salt. These ingredients dry out your hair.
Do you want to take a shower without washing your hair? Wear a plastic shower cap to keep your hair frizz free. Not a transparent disposable thing like you find in hotels, but just a reusable one. Like this nice pink.
If you didn't wash your hair in the morning, style your hair by hanging it upside down. Try to add volume to your roots. By spraying a little water over your hair, you bring the rest of your curls back into shape. And for some extra bite we would recommend this fantastic coco cream want to recommend. Or something similar. Especially if you have dense curls, you sometimes need a little extra grease in your hair.
Find a good hairdresser who understands curls. Well-cut hair can make all the difference when you have to style your hair yourself. And accept that sometimes your hair has a life of its own.
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