Taking care of curly hair might seem like a daunting task… that is until you have a solid hair care routine in place. It’s no secret that curly hair requires extra TLC as compared to other hair types. Following a dedicated hair routine will keep your curly hair woes at bay and let you flaunt those curls with ease.
However, it does take a little trial and error to figure out the perfect routine for your curly hair. Want a shortcut and some pro tips while you’re at it? You’ve come to the right place. Ahead, five pro tips to help you build a solid hair care routine for your curly hair.
- 01. Stick to set wash days
- 02. Pay attention to the ingredients
- 03. Opt for an ACV wash
- 04. Avoid heat styling your hair
- 05. Moderation is key
01. Stick to set wash days
When it comes to building a routine for curly hair, it is necessary to dedicate a set number of wash days in order to care for the scalp and the fragile tresses. Pick two or three days a week when you will be washing your hair. Don’t overdo the shampoo and try to sneak in at least one deep conditioning session a week!
02. Pay attention to the ingredients
Do a label check on the hair care products before adding them to cart. Avoid ingredients like sulphates (they dry out your hair) or silicones (which can weigh down naturally bouncy curls). Look for curl-friendly ingredients that won’t damage your tresses; for instance, a hair masking session with argan oil or a deep scalp detox with bentonite clay can do wonders for your curly mane.
03. Opt for an ACV wash
Combining daily care with a few DIY hacks can make up your curly hair care game. Rinsing your hair with apple cider vinegar or using rice water to add smoothness and shine won’t hurt your chances of maintaining lovely curls. However, steer clear of any DIYs containing ingredients like lemon and baking soda that can strip the moisture from your tresses, leaving them more dry and frizzy.
04. Avoid heat styling your hair
Excessive use of heat styling tools can make your natural curls lose their spiral-like shape and look frizzy and lifeless. Give your tresses a break from heat styling and nourish your strands with a hydrating mask or leave-in serum to keep ‘em curls looking bouncy and healthy. If you do use heat styling tools, make sure to set the heat setting to moderate to prevent any damage.
05. Moderation is key
Curly hair requires extra TLC yes, but overdoing it can make them frizzy or weigh them down. Strike a balance with your potent products and simple daily care essentials for a foolproof routine that’ll never fail you!
Written by Sumona Bose on Aug 05, 2020
Sumona Bose is a writer, skincare junkie and a self-professed makeup connoisseur. Equipped with a Master's degree in Fashion Management and over 3 years of experience writing in the beauty and fashion space, her passion for learning new things has no bounds. Working closely with dermatologists, beauty excerpts, makeup artists and hairstylists, she brings you the best of all things beauty. From trending skincare ingredients to makeup looks that help you slay, she manages to bring something new (and vital!) to our readers every single time. Her hobbies include home workouts, watching foreign films and binge-watching makeover shows!