Five Hair Hacks for Naturally Curly Hair
After almost 20 years of styling hair and having curly hair of my own, I have learned that every head of naturally curly hair has a mind of its own; it can poof out, frizz up or deflate depending on its mood or the weather! (LOL). There are TONS of things we curly girls do to get our hair looking "ship-shape"! If you are new to the curl scene or are just looking for some new ideas, Here are some of the best Curly Hair Hacks you need for amazing curls every time.
Hack 1: Twist!!!
Looking for uniform curls? Then, twisting your strands is where it's at. Work a dime-sized amount of Studio One Curl Cream through your wet hair using your fingers. Use a wide tooth comb to really spread the product evenly through your hair. Then, part your hair into 4 sections, and twist the hair into small sections. Do this throughout each of the 4 sections until you have all of your hair twisted. Make sure that you have each twist the same size and tightness or the curls will come out uneven. Air dry your hair or sit under a dryer. Once your hair is completely dry, undo the twists and you are ready to go!
Hack 2: Scrunch!!!
Scrunching can turn loose, wacky curls into smooth, defined waves adding texture to the hair. Shampoo with Super Nourish Oil Creme Shampoo and then condition with Super Nourish Oil Creme Conditioner applying first into your ends and then scrunching to work it throughout your hair. (Remember..."Squish to Condish"). Rinse and towel-dry your hair by gently using a microfiber towel or a soft, old T-shirt. Then, scrunch Moxie Magnifying Mousse or Studio One Flexible Hold Gel (Get this Gel FREE when you sign up as a VIP in November) into it, squeezing out any excess water. Keep scrunching your hair gently every 5 mins or so until your hair is dry.
Hack 3: Plop!!!
This one is always fun to tell people about and is my favorite method for my curls! I love the look I get when I start to talk about plopping my hair. It sounds strange because plopping is a pretty new way of styling that involves flipping your head over and lowering your wet hair onto a soft t-shirt and then wrapping it up. While your hair is wrapped, the t-shirt gently soaks up excess water, cuts down drying time and really brings out your curl pattern. It also helps those curls that aren't very curly at the scalp area but curly at the ends be even all the way down the strand. Apply Restore Leave In Conditioner to your wet hair prior to plopping, and comb it through with a wide tooth comb to detangle any knots. Then Scrunch a nickle-sized dollop of Air Dry Cream. You can keep your hair wrapped for 20 minutes or longer depending on how dry you want to let your hair get. When you are ready, take off the t-shirt wrap and use your fingers to gently place your curls where you want them.
Hack 4: Pineapple!
The pineapple hair technique, a term used by Curly Girls everywhere, is a way to protect your curls while you sleep. This method creates a pile of curls on the top of your head or a loose bun, that looks like the shape of—you guessed it—a pineapple! This can also be a cute style to wear anytime for a cute casual messy bun without wrecking your style. Why do you need to do this Pineapple thing?? Because by loosely tying up your hair on the very top of your head, pineappling prevents dreaded tangles and preserves your curls overnight. It’s so easy, there’s pretty much no way to screw it up. Using a fabric scrunchie or one like this loosely gather your hair at the top of your head and secure it with the scrunchie. Don't wrap the scrunchie tight or there will be crease marks in your curls. When you wake up, remove the scrunchie and shake your hair out gently. Don't rake your fingers through your curls; this will cause frizz. To refresh any wacky curls, apply a bit of Restyle Instant Sculpting Taffy to your hair.
Hack 5: Seal!!
Split ends are a any girl's nightmare and especially for naturally curly haired girls. Coarse, tangled ends are a sign that your curls are damaged. If you are anything like me, getting a trim always feels like you cut 5 inches off after the curls spring back up! So, your best bet is to prevent split ends by sealing, or adding hydration to your ends where you need it most. If you have a lot of split ends and don't want to lose a ton of your length, apply a few pumps of Split-End Mender to your ends when your hair is damp. This will repair those pesky split ends!!!! When your curls are dry, the scalp's natural oils have a longer way to travel to reach the ends of your hair. To seal your hair when it is dry, apply a few tiny drops of REJUVENIQE™ Oil Intensive to your ends.
Each of us has our own curl pattern texture and style so what works best for me doesn't always work best for everyone. With the right products and testing out these 5 Curly Hair Hacks, you will definitely find a method that gives you your best curls ever! If you have any questions, please let me know. Give these hacks a try and combine techniques for fabulous curls every day!!!
Each of us has our own curl pattern texture and style so what works best for me doesn't always work best for everyone. With the right products and testing out these 5 Curly Hair Hacks, you will definitely find a method that gives you your best curls ever! If you have any questions, please let me know. Give these hacks a try and combine techniques for fabulous curls every day!!!