How to Turn Frizzy Curls Into Beautiful Twirls

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Having frizzy curls isn't always fun, but with a little care and time, you can have ringlets that shine with all their strength. Here's a guide on turning unmanageable frizz into glossy goddess curls that will look amazing.

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    Shampoo dries out hair, which causes all that frizz! [1] When you wash, use only a little bit of shampoo, and plenty of conditioner. Look for shampoo products that do not contain sodium, laureth, or sulfate—this is what makes the shampoo sudsy, and dries out your curls. [2] Massage your scalp vigorously to work out the flakes and improve blood circulation - you'll see the difference in a few weeks.
    • Your best friend against frizz is moisture to help create hydration. Deep conditioning helps most curl types achieve hydrated curls.
    • To help keep the frizz away during the winter months, try using a deep conditioner with a heating cap or a hooded dryer weekly.
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    Comb through your hair *before* you rinse out the conditioner. Then, rinse out the conditioner with cool water to close the cuticle and create natural shine.
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    Don't towel-dry your hair prior to adding leave-in conditioners or stylers—these products need a generous amount of water in order to distribute well.
    • If you refrain from towel-drying your hair, your resulting curls will be smoother, shinier, and frizz-free.
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    Curly hair is thirsty for moisture, and frizz is a result of the individual hairs sticking out in search of that moisture. If you have fine hair, a professional-grade leave-in conditioner will work well. For coarse, thick hair, consult your hair stylist to find a rich creamy leave-in that will weigh down your curls a bit.
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    Pump the recommended amount into your hands, and rub them together so that it is spread evenly on your hands. Always check the manufacturer's instructions before you get started, as different brands have different recommendations. [3]
    • It may also help to consult a haircare professional on how to use a particular product.
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    Work through your hair section by section. When the product has been distributed evenly, style your hair in the way that you would like.
    • The best styling method for your curls is ultimately subjective. Styling methods like raking, praying hands, or using a Denman brush are all possible options. Denman brush techniques in particular help encourage and define curls, and are great for loose waves or tighter curls and coils.
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    You can encourage volume and lift by diffusing with metal duck bill clips at the roots and then diffusing for lifting. If you have longer and heavier hair, flipping your hair upside-down and diffusing with gravity can help lift your roots for volume.
    • To air-dry, it's recommended to hover over the wet curls with a diffuser for 5-10 minutes (without touching) and then finish your air-drying naturally.
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    This helps to soften the cast curls, which should fall into place, move, and bounce. To encourage root volume, massage your roots with your fingertips—just be careful not to run your fingers through your dry curls. Massage the roots to discourage any unnecessary frizz or use a pick to encourage lift and break up any partings that expose the scalp.
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    Use a bonnet or the pineapple method with a scrunchie or silk/satin pillowcase to preserve and prevent frizz while sleeping. In the morning, shake out your curls by scrunching them dry. If further manipulation is needed, use a refresher spray to scrunch any misbehaving curls. Some tighter curl types may need to be refreshed with oil.
    • You can preserve your style at night for a 3-7 day lasting style.
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    Use a diffuser with a concave cup to cradle your curls during diffusing. After applying a styling product on wet curls, gently dry them with a diffuser on low-medium heat, hovering your curls for five to ten minutes. Then, cradle the curls into the diffuser cup in an up-and-down motion until dry. This technique should encourage the curls and maintain the look. Using a diffuser the wrong way can encourage frizz.
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      • Avoid towel drying your hair. This could cause more frizziness in the end. Try letting your hair air dry instead.
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      • If you're good to your curls and feed them lots of leave-in conditioner, the ends will not split as often as your straight-haired friends. Only go for a trim when it feels like you're wearing a sweater on your head.
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      • Leave-in conditioner is the key to taming your curls. Talk to your hair stylist to learn whether you need a light or heavy leave-in conditioner.
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      • Be prepared for perfect strangers to pull your ringlets, just to watch them spring back into place.
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      • If your hair is permed, do not use this guide. You need to use special products for your hair, such as conditioner created especially for permed or color treated hair.
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      2. ↑ https://www.webmd.com/beauty/dry-hair-causes
      3. ↑ https://www.forbes.com/sites/celiashatzman/2018/07/17/7-ways-to-tame-frizzy-hair/
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