Natural curly hair can be chaos if you are not having the right sort of haircut. Or handling it in the correct manner. Every head of curls is individual and therefore different from another which can be frustrating. As there is no one fits all solution.
I notice that clients with natural curly hair always tend to ask similar questions. When it comes to caring for their curls. So here I have gathered a few of those questions along with the answers. Which I hope will help you with questions you may have about your own curly hair.
Your naturally curly hair can have varying degrees of curl from a soft wave to a tight ringlet curl and not always the same all over your head. Then there is the difference in hair textures from course down to fine.
Put with this the varying amount of hair from fine up to thick that can be on a head. You can see why I said each head of curly hair is individual.
6 Answers To Your Curly Hair Questions.
Why Does My Natural Curly Hair Look Like A Triangle?
The triangle look on naturally curly hair is flat at the roots yet very full and wide through the ends.
If your hair has a triangular shape it must be one length. Generally somewhere between chin length and shoulder length.
This is due to the absence of any layering. By having rounded layers that are blunt cut put into the lower area of your hair length. You will be able to reduce this triangular effect.
Texturing this hair can in fact in the long term make your hair look wider.
To style your curly hair I recommend that you use a blend of a curl defining cream and a small amount of gel.
How Do I Control My Curls?
It is important that you use a curling cream to help in controlling your curls. As each head of natural curls is different the amount you will need can vary. Start by applying a small amount first. You can always increase this if needed.
Allow your hair to dry in its natural direction. Keep your hair always pointed down and do not lift or clip up on the top of your head.
Always use your hands to direct and control your hair. Never use a brush on your curls as this will tend to make your hair fluffy.
How Can I Make My Curls More Defined?
You can make your curls look more defined with the use of styling products such as curl defining creams and hair oils such as an Argan oil.
They will help to eliminate frizz and at the same time create a glossy finish.
When applying these products to your hair. Always section your hair up and apply from the underneath before working up to the top of your head.
With a head of long natural curly hair. After applying the product to each section.
Hold the ends of your sectioned piece of hair and flick the section round and round. Let your hair dry in this position.Once dry then use your fingers to separate the curls.
Or if you have an old tee shirt handy and want your hair to airdry faster try plopping you hair. Find out how to here.
To create a more defined look to your curls around the face. I would recommend touching up with a small sized curling iron.
You can find out the best types to choose here.
How Do I Blow Dry My Natural Curly Hair Straight?
Start off by shampooing and conditioning your hair with a smoothing shampoo and conditioner. These contain plant fibers which will help to loosen your curls. As well as ingredients like tapioca starch to protect your hair from humidity.
Section your hair and blow dry each section with a paddle brush.
Brushing each section from the roots round towards one side of the head. Concentrating the dryer heat at the roots. With the hair dryer nozzle pointing down the hair shaft.
Then reverse and brush your hair the opposite way again concentrating on the root area. This will then straighten the root area of your hair.
Finally take the section and place your paddle brush or large round brush underneath and blow dry moving the brush down the hair shaft with tension.
Always take small sections so as to ensure that your hair is thoroughly dry. If left slightly damp in any area your natural curly hair will return as is dries.
Always use the nozzle provided with your hair dryer to help concentrate the air flow. Ensure that the nozzle is always pointing down the hair shaft. As this will create a smoother finish to your hair.
Should you require a poker straight look to your hair. Finish off with the straightening irons. But before you do. Protect your hair cuticle by applying a small amount of hair oil first.
Defining Your Natural Curls Using Color.
If you have naturally curly hair that has an ash or very deep color. Your can find that your curls look more of a mass. So loosing the look of each individual curl.
The use of color can be a great way to put more individuality into your hairstyle and define your individual curls.
Adding color to your curly hair tips. By using sections of contrasting colors can create light and shadow area’s therefore emphasizing your curls.
How Often Should I Wash My Curly Hair?
Your curly hair does not need to be washed as often as it needs to be hydrated.
Shampoo your hair only when your scalp feels dirty or your curls loose their shape and look messy.
In between shampoo’s wet you hair with a water spray then apply some conditioner onto your hands. Apply this conditioner onto your hair with your fingers and let your natural curls dry. Never use a comb as this will stretch your curl.
Thank you for taking the time to read my post. I hope that you found it helpful.
