Curly or curly hair sometimes requires special care. Because it tends to be drier and more prone to frizz than straight hair, you need to be very careful about washing, conditioning, and styling your curls. You should also limit the frequency of shampooing and use hair care products to maintain moisture. When visiting a salon, be sure to have your hair cut dry. Also, only cut your hair when needed.
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Part 1 of 3: Washing Curls
Step 1. Use shampoo and conditioner formulated for damaged hair
Curly or curly hair is drier than straight hair, and this is why this type of hair is more prone to breakage. So, washing your curls gently is a good option. Buy a shampoo that is formulated for damaged hair because it contains ingredients that are gentler and lighter on the hair.
- You may be able to use a regular commercial shampoo. The ingredients in salon-specific shampoo and regular shampoo are basically the same.
- If you can't find a shampoo for dry or damaged hair, visit a store that specializes in curly/curly hair care products. The formula of this shampoo is similar to that of shampoo for damaged hair.
Step 2. Limit the frequency of shampooing
If your hair is curly, try not to wash it every day. Shampooing can make your hair dry and look more frizzy.
- Shampoo no more than twice a week.
- After shampooing, your hair may be a little tangled. Curly hair is very easy to tangle. Comb it gently so you don't damage your hair.
Step 3. Wash hair with conditioner regularly
In this step, you only need to clean your hair with conditioner, no shampoo. This treatment can be especially beneficial for curly hair that needs to be moisturized more often than normal hair.
- Read the label on the conditioner package before buying it. Products containing silicone-based ingredients (suffix "-one") should be avoided as they are very harsh on the hair.
- After applying conditioner, feel your hair. If your hair feels limp or sticky, you may be using too much conditioner. In most cases, you only need to pour in a coin-sized amount of conditioner.
- If you have dermatitis, washing your hair with conditioner will only make your condition worse. Consult a dermatologist before trying to wash your hair with conditioner.
- Keep in mind that while it's great for moisturizing your hair, conditioner can't clean your hair.
Step 4. Apply a deep conditioning treatment when your hair feels dry or damaged
A deep conditioning treatment is essential to restore moisture to dry curls. If your hair starts to feel frizzy and dry, do a deep conditioning treatment, and see the benefits.
- Apply conditioner to your hair before taking a shower. Wear a shower cap to protect your hair. The steam in the shower will help lock the moisture out of the conditioner.
- When you're done, wash your hair and comb as usual.
- For the conditioner to sink in more deeply, sit under a hot hair dryer while you're using it.
Step 5. Use a t-shirt instead of a towel to dry the curls
Curly hair should not be towel dried as this can cause irritation and tangles. Instead, use a light t-shirt to pat your hair dry.
Ideally, choose a t-shirt made of lightweight material
Part 2 of 3: Styling Curls
Step 1. Use a diffuser when drying your hair
Attach the diffuser to the hairdryer before you use it. This will reduce the heat exposure to your hair, and will allow you to style it while you dry.
- It's always best to use a heat protectant before drying your hair.
- Flip the hair over the head. Start by drying the hair roots to the midpoint of the hair shaft. This technique will make your hair appear bouncy.
- Use a hairdryer on a low setting. Limit using a blow dryer to twice a week to keep your hair from drying out. Curly hair should be allowed to dry naturally.
Step 2. Detangle your hair with your fingers and a wide-toothed comb
A fine toothed comb is not suitable for curly hair. Combing hair like this regularly can make it tangle and split ends. If your hair is tangled, untangle it with a wide-toothed comb or fingers.
- Don't start combing your hair from the roots. Combing like this can break your hair shaft. Start the process of smoothing the hair from the ends, and then work your way up.
- A wide-toothed comb should be able to handle some of the tangles. However, you may still have to use your fingers along with the comb to tackle more frizzy hair.
Step 3. Use a hair straightener on low heat
Curly hair is more prone to dryness than normal hair. So, never straighten it with high temperature. Excessive use of heat such as in the straightening process can cause your hair to become brittle.
- Never turn on the hair straightener above 200 degrees Celsius. If your straightener only has low and high temperature options, use the low temperature option.
- Don't straighten your hair too often. If your curly hair is brittle, or very frizzy, try to avoid using heat for a while.
Step 4. Use gels and creams to style and moisturize hair
This product can be used to style curls, while preventing them from drying out. Visit a local salon or department store, and buy products that suit your needs.
- If your hair feels very rough, buy a silicone serum. Use this serum before combing or styling your hair. If your hair is thin, use a silicone spray. Spray this product lightly on the hair because the effect is strong.
- To maintain the hairstyle, there are several options that you can try. If you don't want your hair to look too stiff, use a lotion or gel labeled lightweight. However, if you want to make your hair more manageable, try a stronger product. You can use extra strong gels and creams.
Step 5. Use a small amount of anti-wrinkle serum
Anti-frizz serums can make your hair appear smoother, as well as help reduce frizz after shampooing or tool drying. Just use a little. You only need a serum the size of a coin to get the benefits. Make sure to spread the serum all over your hair.
Part 3 of 3: Having a Treatment at the Salon
Step 1. Cut the hair when the crown appears to be deflated
If you have curly hair, you don't have to wait a certain amount of time before cutting your hair. Just observe your hair. If the crown appears to be deflated, you may want to get a haircut.
Don't style your hair before going to the salon. Hairdressers must be able to cut hair according to its natural condition
Step 2. Have your hair cut dry at the salon
You need to know how your hair looks after it's cut. Curly haircuts in wet and dry conditions are very different. So, ask the stylist to cut it dry. That way, you can know your hairstyle for sure before you leave the salon.
Step 3. Give time lag between coloring hair roots
One of the positives of curls is their ability to retain color for longer. So if you color your hair, you don't need to recolor the roots as often as people with straight hair.
- For hair roots, you only need to re-color it every 6-10 weeks.
- For highlight hairstyles, you only need to recolor them every 10-14 weeks.
