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Want curly hair, but aren’t sure where to start? Most of us have some natural waviness to our hair, even if it looks pin straight! No matter what hair type you have, we’ve got you covered. In this article, we’ll tell you how to enhance your natural curls and encourage waves with the right products and routines. For all our curling secrets, read on!
Things You Should Know
- Enhance your natural curls by using moisturizing products and adding gels or curl creams to your routine.
- Pat your hair dry with a microfiber towel, then let it air dry or use a diffuser.
- Get a haircut with layers, and try to get trims every 6 weeks.
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QuestionHow long do these methods last?Ashley AdamsAshley Adams is a Licensed Cosmetologist and Hair Stylist in Illinois. She completed her Cosmetology education at John Amico School of Hair Design in 2016.
Professional Hair StylistAll of these methods should last for a day, and have the potential to last longer. Take care of your curls by wrapping your hair with a scarf at night while you sleep. -
QuestionHow can I keep my hair curly even after sleeping?Ashley AdamsAshley Adams is a Licensed Cosmetologist and Hair Stylist in Illinois. She completed her Cosmetology education at John Amico School of Hair Design in 2016.
Professional Hair StylistAt night, you could sleep with rollers in your hair or even do pin curls. After you've curled your hair the very first time, take large sections of hair and roll or pin them. The following morning, remove the tool that you've used, and separate the curls into smaller sections to maintain your curly hair. -
QuestionWhat do I do if my hair is too frizzy at the ends?Community AnswerI suggest cutting the frizz, as it may be old, damaged hair. I also put conditioner at the ends to minimize the frizz and smooth it out.
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- ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MMRo-sexWdE&t=62s
- ↑ https://www.ghdhair.com/hairstyles/blow-dry/how-to-hairstyles-natural-curl-diffused-dry
- ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kfUGNI7aAI8&t=771s
- ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kfUGNI7aAI8&t=702s
- ↑ https://www.ghdhair.com/hairstyles/blow-dry/how-to-hairstyles-natural-curl-diffused-dry
- ↑ https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-use-hair-dryer-diffuser-jack-gou-9k9rc
- ↑ Christine George. Master Hair Stylist & Colorist. Expert Interview. 10 January 2020.
- ↑ https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-use-hair-dryer-diffuser-jack-gou-9k9rc
- ↑ Christine George. Master Hair Stylist & Colorist. Expert Interview. 10 January 2020.
About This Article
To get natural looking curls, start by wetting your hair and applying some mousse or gel, which will help your curls last longer. Then, separate your hair into sections and tightly braid it. The more braids you make, the smaller your curls will be. When you're finished braiding your hair, let it dry completely overnight, or blowdry your hair to speed up the process. Once your hair is fully dry, take out the braids and style your curls. For more tips from our beauty reviewer, including how air drying your hair can bring out your natural curls, read on!
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