7 Golden Rules For Curly Girls
Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate
Curls need hydration to form sleek twists – minus the fuzz. Look for hydrating formulas including hyaluronic acid to tame the fly-aways and help your lengths form smooth curls.
To Comb Or Not To Comb, That Is The Question
In your haircare routine there is a time for combing and a time for scrunching. Use the simple rule of combing conditioners or masks through lengths in the shower with a wide-tooth comb then, once you step out, only scrunching product through your hair to protect your curl pattern.
Scalp TLC
A scalp heavy with a build-up of product can weigh your curls down. Build in a scalp care routine to ensure you are thoroughly cleansing and detoxing your scalp regularly to put a spring back into your curls.
Protein Power
Protein is another key ingredient to look for in your haircare to form strong, healthy curls. A simple at-home remedy is to rinse your hair post-shampoo in rice water (quite literally the water left over from soaking white rice), to build body and shine.
Treat Your Tresses
A deeply nourishing mask once a week will repair any damage caused by styling and treat your tresses to any extra boost of nourishment. Look for plant butters, such as Shea, for seriously repairing results.
Diffuse The Situation
Test out air drying or diffusing your hair to see which your curls prefer. You can purchase a universal diffuser to pop on the end of your hairdryer if yours doesn’t come with an attachment to distribute a medium heat, gently through your hair to set your style.
Scrunch The Crunch
Gel (yes, the 1980s kind) is your curl’s friend. Don’t be afraid to squeeze gel into soaking wet hair and once dried, scrunch the curls to remove any crunchy residue and release bouncy waves.
By Lydia Mansi
March 2023
