Tips for Maintaining Your Curly Hair

Kiss dry hair goodbye this winter with tips from the pros.

Growing up, my younger sister faced the challenges of managing her naturally curly hair, which often frustrated her. My mother, while well-meaning, struggled to find the right products and techniques that would work for my sister’s unique texture. Discovering suitable combs, conditioners, and styling tools was a journey filled with trial and error. Still, it taught valuable lessons about embracing and caring for curly hair.

As my sister experimented with various products, she learned that the relationship one has with one’s hair is deeply personal. Each curl and coil has its preferences, and understanding these nuances can transform the hair care experience from a tedious chore into a joyful ritual. While she eventually found her go-to products, she discovered that being open to new techniques could enhance her routine. For instance, gently brushing through dry curls with a detangling brush before showering became a game changer, making the washing process smoother and more enjoyable.

For those with extra-dry curls or type 4 hair, a shift in routine can make all the difference. Co-washing with only conditioner can help retain moisture and keep curls looking vibrant and healthy. By sharing these insights, I hope to empower others to embrace their curls and find joy in the care process, just as my sister did. With the right approach, maintaining curly hair can be less about struggle and more about celebration, allowing everyone to live their best curl life.

GET LUSCIOUS CURLS WITH THESE PRODUCTS:

1. PATTERN – WIDE TOOTH COMB

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PATTERN’s Wide Tooth Comb is heavy-duty yet kind on delicate strands. Works perfectly on wet or dry hair. It glides efficiently, helping to detangle curls while encouraging volume and separation when fluffing out dry hair. Before hopping in the shower, gently brush through your dry curls with a wide-tooth comb meant explicitly for your coils.

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2. OLAPLEX – BOND MAINTENANCE CONDITIONER

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Aside from Oraplex’s amazing Shampoo, conditioning is the key to maintaining your curly locks, as dry-dull hair can lead to severe breakage. This hydrating conditioner repairs and leaves hair easier to detangle, shinier, and healthier. Suitable for all Hair Types.

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3. CEREMONIA – ANTI-FRIZZ MICROFIBER HAIR TOWEL

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Latinx beauty brand Ceremonia nails it with their latest offering! A luxuriously soft microfiber towel that absorbs excess water without creating frizz or breakage. It dries hair faster than a traditional towel and is left frizz-free, shiny, and silky.

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4. CEREMONIA – ACAI CURL REFRESHER

This essential pick-me-up for your hair anytime, anywhere. Superfruit Açaí’s powerful antioxidants create a versatile mist that helps restore flexibility to reshape and restyle while infusing moisture into strands.

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5. CURLSMITH – WEIGHTLESS AIR DRY CURLY HAIR CREAM

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This leave-in cream probably has the best reviews for air-dry hair creams. Curlsmiths’s weightless Air Dry Hair Cream can clump curls and waves and braids and twists outs. It’s a light and silky product that absorbs into hair without leaving any residue. The cream is perfect for air-drying and can be used with a diffuser for a more voluminous effect.

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