Oh no! Your curly hair is acting up again! No matter what you've done, your hair always seems to be messy and unmanageable. Fortunately, there are several powerful ways to beat stubborn curls like this. Read on, and you'll find quick steps and tips to make your curls look neat.
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Method 1 of 3: Quick Tips To Tame Curly Hair
Step 1. Use a cream or hair product that contains milk (hair milk)
Pour the product into the palm of your hand, then rub it into your hair. Use your fingers to run through your hair to spread the product evenly. Focus on the ends and the outside of your hair, as these are the driest areas. When choosing a product, buy one that does not contain sulfates and silicones.
Silicone is a plastic material that only sulfates will remove -- it's tough, drying, and damaging to hair
Step 2. Keep your dry hair moisturised with conditioner
Mix conditioner with a little water, then work it into your hair to treat frizz and moisturize your curls. Gently work through the strands, focusing on the ends and don't use too much on the scalp. Of course, this can't treat dry hair for a long time, but it's enough to moisturize until the next shampooing.
Step 3. Smooth your hair with the addition of Moroccan Argan oil
The price may be a little expensive, but the results are very good for the hair. Use 100% pure Argan oil instead of products that only contain Argan oil (especially products that also contain silicon and sulfate). This oil not only moisturizes the hair, but also nourishes it, making it look smoother. It is suitable for small curly hair that is fluffy. How to use it, just pour a pea-sized amount of Argan oil into each small section of hair.
If you don't have Argan oil but still want to get rid of curls quickly and naturally, you can use other natural oils, such as coconut oil or olive oil
Step 4. Untangle hair with a wide-toothed wet comb or just use your fingers
Combing your hair in the normal way will only make your hair more fluffy. So, if your curls start to get messy during the day, use a damp wide-toothed comb, or wet fingers, to style them. Try to rearrange your curls by wrapping the curls around your fingers, then gently pulling and untangling them.
Step 5. Style your hair to hide the stiff parts
Sometimes, curly hair can be very stubborn and can't be helped. If you don't have time to wash your hair and your hair is unruly, pull it back and form a ponytail, braid, or other hairstyle. Styling like this can't get rid of frizz and frizz, but at least it can hide it.
If you have short hair, you can pin your hair back or use a bandana over your head
Method 2 of 3: Beating Curly Hair for the Long-Term
Step 1. You can use a hair mask, hair oil, or other long-term treatment
Sometimes, you have to be willing to spend money to conquer curly hair, because treatment methods that use hair masks and hair oils will give long-lasting results. Here are some basic recipes for using hair masks and oils for soft, shiny hair.
It's important to remember that everyone's curls are different, so the treatment method that works for your friend may not work for you. If either method doesn't work, don't despair. Try another one
Step 2. Use coconut oil as a hair mask or leave-in conditioner
Coconut oil not only smells great, it's also great for hair. In addition to deflating hair that is growing, coconut oil also moisturizes and makes hair shiny. You can use this oil as a hair mask or leave-in conditioner.
If using coconut oil as a conditioner, pour the oil into your palms and rub your hands together to warm the oil. After that, rub it into your hair from the tips of the hair to the roots
Step 3. Mix honey and olive oil to restore hair's natural moisture
It is suitable for dry hair. You will need 1/2 cup honey and 1/4 cup olive oil. Mix the two ingredients and warm briefly on the stove or microwave, then apply to hair. Apply it not all at once, but in small portions. After that, cover your hair with a shower cap. Leave it for 30 minutes.
- Moisturize your hair before doing this method. The trick, spray conditioner that has been mixed with water into the hair using a spray bottle. This method is very helpful in conquering super fluffy little curls.
- You can replace olive oil with three tablespoons of warm coconut oil. Let this mask settle in your hair for 10 minutes, then rinse.
Step 4. Make an even simpler mask using only olive oil
The trick, just warm about a tablespoon of olive oil (not hot), then apply a lot to the hair. Lift your hair above your head and, if necessary, secure it with bobby pins. After that, put on a shower cap and let the oil soak in for 20 minutes. Then, rinse with shampoo and conditioner.
Step 5. Rinse hair with vinegar
Vinegar may have a pungent smell, but when you dilute it with water, it can make your hair look soft and shiny. Not only does it restore the hair's natural pH, vinegar can also remove shampoo residue. Dissolve 1/3 cup (75 millimetres) of vinegar in 1 quart of cold water and apply it to your hair after every shower. The cold water will seal the hair cuticles, making them look soft and shiny. Use this method once or twice a month.
- You can use apple cider vinegar or white vinegar.
- Approximately the amount. Some people need a higher concentration of vinegar, while others may need more water to dissolve the vinegar.
- Be careful if you dye your hair, as vinegar can wear off the color.
- You can also mix certain herbs with vinegar. Boil the plants first, then strain and take the water. Once the water has cooled, add the vinegar. Chamomile is suitable for light colored hair, while rosemary is suitable for dark hair. Lavender and lemon verbena will add fragrance while calendula will nourish hair even further.
Step 6. Make a mixture of different types of your hair products
Mix shampoo, conditioner, and hair oil in a ratio of 1:1 each. Store in an empty bottle and shake vigorously until all ingredients are evenly mixed. Use this mixture when shampooing. Don't forget to rinse.
- You can also use a small amount of the mixture as a leave-in conditioner.
- Dissolve the mixture in some water, then put it in a spray bottle and moisten your hair with a few sprays.
Step 7. Consider getting your hair done
If your hair is constantly growing unmanageably, try leaving the matter to your stylist and letting him straighten the ends of your hair. Split ends and damaged hair will be trimmed, as that is part of the reason why hair becomes stiff and bouncy. If you choose a new stylist, make sure he or she knows how to style and cut curly hair.
Method 3 of 3: Know What to Do and Avoid
Step 1. Resist the urge to touch your hair
Curly hair may be fun to hold, but touching your hair too much will damage the curls and leave them bouncy.
Step 2. Use a wide, wide-toothed comb instead of a brush
Curly hair will actually expand when brushed. If your hair is tangled, untangle it with a wide-toothed comb.
You can also untangle your hair with your fingers
Step 3. Comb your hair properly
Combing your hair incorrectly can cause your hair to become stiff and bouncy. And fluffy hair can cause stress on the hair itself. The direction you comb and the condition of the hair (wet or dry) make a lot of difference in the results. Here are some tips for combing your curls properly:
- Do not comb from the roots down. Comb hair every few inches slowly from bottom to top. Combing your hair from above will only put pressure on the texture of your curls, causing them to get caught in the comb, break, and tangle.
- Don't brush your hair when it's dry. Always comb your hair while it's still wet after shampooing. Use a wide-toothed comb or your own fingers. Use conditioner to untangle the tangles and gently pull out the tangles with a comb or fingers. For wet hair, be sure to comb it straight from the roots all the way down.
- If you must comb your hair when it's dry, wet the comb or your fingers, depending on what you're using.
Step 4. Shape your curls
When the hair is still down, you will notice that the hair still retains its original shape. Take the curls, wrap them around your fingers, and reshape the curls.
Step 5. Don't wash your hair every day
This may sound gross, but washing your hair every day destroys the natural oils your hair produces. That way, the hair becomes dry and cracked.
Step 6. Moisturize your hair with the right shampoo and conditioner
Part of the reason your hair looks bouncy, frizzy, and messy is that it's too dry. So, when choosing a shampoo or conditioner, choose the one labeled “moisturizing”.
Try buying shampoos and conditioners that are specifically made for curly hair. This type of shampoo and conditioner will not only moisturize, but the formula is also gentle so it won't make it worse. Choose a hair product labeled “for curly hair” or something like that
Step 7. Try a more in-depth treatment once a week
Dry hair tends to be drier than other hair types. Moisturizing your hair more deeply will restore the lost moisture so your hair will look soft and shiny. On average, high-level conditioning products like this should be used right after showering and left to soak for 5-20 minutes. To be more precise, check the instructions listed. Make sure after applying the product, your hair is covered with a shower cap so that the material can absorb more. The shower cap will keep the moisture in the conditioner from entering between your hair, making it more effective.
Step 8. Avoid shampoo, conditioner, and other hair products that contain sulfates, silicones, and parabens
Sulfates are cleaning agents that tend to be harsh on naturally curly hair. These ingredients can destroy your hair's natural oils and moisture, making it dry and brittle. Silicone is a plastic that can add a shine to hair, but can only be rinsed with sulfate. Therefore, you should avoid these two ingredients. Parabens, on the other hand, are preservatives that can cause cancer.
Step 9. Avoid styling products as much as possible
This means that you should stay away from straighteners, curlers, and hair dryers. Let your hair dry on its own. Even if you have to use a hairdryer, choose a cold mode and a heat diffuser on the end. That way, the heat is not so intense and can be spread evenly throughout the hair.
If you feel you have to use a straightening iron or curling iron, make sure you protect your hair beforehand with a sprayed heat protectant
Step 10. Don't use a towel to dry your hair
Just use old, unused t-shirts. Granted, towels may feel soft against the skin, but for curly hair, towels can be rough. The lint in the towel can pull on your hair and cause it to break, which in turn will cause your hair to grow stiff.
Tips
- Everyone's hair is different, so what works for your friend's curly hair may not work for you. If one treatment method doesn't work, try another.
- Avoid sleeping with your hair still wet as this will cause your hair to break, which will then become tangled. Dry your hair first and tie it into a regular ponytail or loose bun.
Warning
- Avoid using hot irons or chemicals on your hair. All of these things will permanently damage your hair and make it stiffer and shinier.
- If your hair is dyed or chemically styled, be careful when using vinegar to rinse your hair.
