Curly Hair 101 : How to get it right
Curls are not just hairdo but they signify something big. Whether your hair texture is loose waves, tight curls or somewhere in between, it’s all about accepting and embracing your natural hair texture. But let’s face it, those beautiful curls do not style themselves and are not perfect from the time one wakes up. They require a little love to remain bouncy, well-defined, and without the fuzz.
Understanding Your Curl Type
Now, before giving you the step by step guide on how to go about it, let’s discuss the various types of curls. Understanding whether you have 2A, 2B or 2C wavy hair, 3A, 3B or 3C curly hair or 4A, 4B or 4C coily hair is the initial step to taking good care of your curls. Every curl type has its own features and difficulties, so when you know your curl type, you know what products and methods to use.
Hydration is Key
Curly hair is usually more dry than other hair types, so the best thing that you can do is moisturize. One needs to make deep conditioning treatment a part of the hair care regimen and get a hair treatment done once a week will do wonders. Seek products containing a lot of emollients such as shea butter, coconut oil or glycerin among others. And do not forget, the less the curls are dehydrated the less you will experience the frizz.
Detangling Without Damage
On the other hand, curly hair might be a little difficult to manage especially when you want to comb it; however, it is all about how you do it. The best time to detangle hair is when wet and conditioned to reduce hair breakage in the process. Comb or use your hands to detangle starting from the tips and moving up to the scalp. This requires a lot of patience here, and your curls will be grateful to you later on.
Styling Tips for Defined Curls
After you’ve got your hair detangled and moisturized, it is time to set it. When your hair is still wet, use a leave-in conditioner or curl cream because they help to retain moisture. To give the curls more body, scrunch your curls up, or ‘plop’ your hair in a T-shirt or microfiber towel to boost your curl pattern while drying. And for those who need more grip, a lightweight gel will suffice without making your hair heavy.
How to protect your curls when you are asleep
It is also important to note how one sleeps affects the curls that one has. To put your hair in the exact style you wore it to bed, try the ‘pineapple’ technique—put your hair into a loose ponytail on top of your head. This is helpful in maintaining the curls’ shape and keep them from flattening as you are asleep. It is also advisable to replace your pillowcase with satin or silk because they minimize friction thus maintaining the curls’ integrity.
Embrace the Frizz
Everyone with curly hair knows that frizz is part and parcel of the curls and today, is a good day to let it be. Still, frizz is not a bad thing since curls need volume and character, do they not? But if you want to have a polished look, then you may apply a serum or an oil to manage those flyaways. Just make sure to use it lightly so that you do not end up with a flat hair.
Trim Regularly
If you want to maintain healthy and bouncy curls then it is crucial to trim them from time to time. It is not just the cuticle layer that can split but it splits all the way up the hair shaft and this leads to breakage and less defined curls. It is recommended that you go for a hair trim every 6-8 weeks to ensure your curls are well maintained.
Final Thoughts
Curly hair needs a little more attention than other hair types but if you are willing to put in the extra effort then you will have stunning hair that everybody will be jealous of. If you are new to curly hair or if you have been a natural for years these tips will assist you in maintaining your curls.
At Imagique Salon Suites we believe in making you look good and feel beautiful by making the most of the beauty that you possess. Our stylists are all professionals for you to help you on how to manage your curls and they are ready to assist you with all your curl care needs. Make your appointment today and let us assist you to achieve the best out of your curls!