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Most women approach the subject of styling curly hair as if it were a problem. Meanwhile, curly hair is actually fabulous. Just looking at SJP, as Carrie in Sex and the City, has inspired many women to attain those amazing curls. Even Samantha – Kim Cattrall – looked gorgeous with a mane of curls. So, why then are women with naturally curly hair obsessed with straightening their hair?
It could be said most women aren’t happy with their natural look. Or, that there’s always room for improvement and change. While these theories might be right, the main reason is that curly hair is difficult to style. Still, curly hair is a gift, with the right care can be similar to the healthy, bouncy shiny tresses famous women display.
Shampooing and Conditioning Curly Hair.
Curly hair tends to be dry hair therefore, using shampoos and conditioners for dry hair is a must as dry hair leads to frizzy hair. Just be careful not to over-do it because shampooing strips hair of its natural oils. It’s best to shampoo once a week, rinsing and conditioning often. Occasionally, remove shampoo build up by rinsing with a cup of water with one tablespoon of vinegar.
Leave-in conditioners are great to keep hair shiny and manageable. Not all products are perfect for everyone, so it’s a good idea to experiment with different conditioners to achieve a soft conditioned curl – not a greasy one. There are excellent leave-in conditioners available such as, PhytoCurl Spray, Kiehl’s Leave-In Hair Conditioner, or Kinky-Curly Knot Today.
Deep conditioning is another crucial step for docile pretty curls. The subject of deep conditioning always comes up no matter the condition of the hair and still it is something not many women make part of their hair care routine. Deep conditioning is intensive hair repair, when included in a routine hair behaves and is less prone to damage caused by brushing, styling, and environmental damage.
Always make sure to brush hair before washing or conditioning. Brushing serves many purposes, distributing oils, getting rid of excess styling products and dirt.
Styling Curly Hair
After washing, comb hair with fingers or a comb. This method de-tangles and avoids breakage associated with brushing wet hair. Avoid hair driers, curly hair dries beautifully in the summer.
Opt for drying naturally and using good styling products that will keep curls and dry hair well conditioned.
Good Styling products are those that condition, allow for bounce and shine – curly hair should have movement, stay away from stiffening products – and prevent frizz. Experimenting with sample sizes might be the best approach.
Try, Living Proof Styling Cream, it controls frizz and conditions or Redken’s Ringlet 07 Curl Perfector {affiliate link}, lightweight and moisturizing. For those who prefer organic products try Kinky-Curly, a line of products made, especially for curly hair, with natural ingredients that protect and improve curls naturally.
With the proper styling and hair care products curly hair can be healthy, bouncy, and shiny. Summer is the ideal time of year to practice and experiment to make those natural curls behave and to be appreciated by the beholder and admired by all.
I love the John Freida Dream Curls range works well on my hair
There are some amazing products now for those with curly hair, I have a friend who used to hate her hair but has now grown to love it
SJP has the most amazing hair, I have proper hair envy! My hair is crazy thick with a natural wave… think a lion’s mane. My daughter on the otherhand has poker straight hair, I’m quite envious of her but I do like just waking up. tipping my head upside down and simply rocking what happens! Sim x
I think, like most people with straight hair, I’d love to have proper curly hair but I know it works the same way!
This is really helpful advice. I worry about how much I wash my hair but I swim daily so it’s balancing which is worse for my hair x
I think, like most people with straight hair, I’d love to have proper curly hair but I know it works the same way!
This is really helpful advice. I worry about how much I wash my hair but I swim daily so it’s balancing which is worse for my hair x
Isn’t funny how we all want certain things and sometimes it isn’t possible to have them! I fine, straight, oily hair and I hate it. I wish I had natural curls. I am always surprised when I see someone with gorgeous curls wanting to straighten.
As I’ve aged, my hair has grown curlier so these tips have come in very handy, thank you!
I think the Dream Curls range is great. I think Redken make some great products too. It’s hard to get a styling range that is lightweight and controlling and they seem to nail it each time
Thank you for this article! I have curly hair, sometimes it looks ok and then sometimes it totally doesn’t!!
I have naturally curly hair and it can be hard to style. I straighten it so much, it’s just like a frizzy mop now if I leave it to dry naturally.
I don’t have curly hair myself but I do use some accessories from a brand called Only Curls who do an awesome hair turban to keep your curls frizz free and more contained which I thought was a great idea x
Thanks for these tips as I do have natural curly and maintaining them can be difficult. I will try to deep condition my hair in the future as this is something I don’t do
I would love some curls in my very flat and dull hair, I think they add life and instant style.
This sounds like great advice, there are so many fab products out there for curly hair. I often feel like it’s a bit of a shame that mine is so straight.
My hair is a nightmare, it’s more fuzz than anything although the cream might help. I often straighen it but my sisters hair curls well. I think the curl perfector would be perfect for her.
I’ve seen so many tips for curly haired girls lately and every time I see one, I always get a little jealous! I’d love to have curly hair and I love that there are some great ways to style it for those who are fortunate enough to have it.
Great tips thanks for sharing. I will definitely give some of them a try as I would love to be able to curl my hair.
So many great tips! I have straight hair myself but it’s good for me to know about all hair types for my jobs. I’ll be making a note of them for the future!
I have naturally curly, thisck & frizzy hair so I enjoyed reading these tips and tricks. Fingers crossed Something will work for me.