How do you style naturally curly hair?
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Here are my top tips for styling curly hair:
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- Find a Curly Hair Specialist : Look for a stylist who knows how to cut curly hair. They’ll give you a cut that really works with your curls.
- Use Great Products: Check out Ouidad! Their products are amazing for defining and hydrating curls without the frizz.
- Moisturize: Curly hair loves moisture. Use a good conditioner and treat your hair to a deep conditioning mask once a week .
- Apply on Wet Hair: Put your styling products in when your hair is wet . It helps with curl definition and keeps things hydrated.
- Skip the Heat: Try to avoid heat styling. If you have to use heat, always use a heat protectant !
- Play with Styles: Experiment with different hairstyles like braids or buns . Have fun with it!
- Drying: Air dry or use a diffuser on low heat . Plopping with a t-shirt can also help define your curls.
- Regular Trims: Get regular trims from your curly hair pro to keep your curls looking their best.
When your hair is not quite straight and not really curly, it usually falls into the wavy hair category, typically classified as Type 2 hair in the hair texture system.
This hair type tends to get frizzy, especially in humid conditions, because it’s in that “in-between” zone where the cuticle isn’t as tightly closed as straight hair but also isn’t coiled enough to lock in moisture like curly hair.
How to work with it:
1. Hydration is key—most people with this hair type experience dryness. Use a leave-in conditioner or a hair oil before drying your hair to help lock in moisture and reduce frizz.
2. Diffuser drying or air drying usually gives the best shape and definition for wavy textures.
3. If you want your hair straighter or curlier, the good news is that this texture is very flexible! It responds well to heat styling, but make sure to use a heat protectant to prevent long-term damage.
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This hair type tends to get frizzy, especially in humid conditions, because it’s in that “in-between” zone where the cuticle isn’t as tightly closed as straight hair but also isn’t coiled enough to lock in moisture like curly hair.
How to work with it:
1. Hydration is key—most people with this hair type experience dryness. Use a leave-in conditioner or a hair oil before drying your hair to help lock in moisture and reduce frizz.
2. Diffuser drying or air drying usually gives the best shape and definition for wavy textures.
3. If you want your hair straighter or curlier, the good news is that this texture is very flexible! It responds well to heat styling, but make sure to use a heat protectant to prevent long-term damage.
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