Curly hairstyles

Curly hair is wanted by most that don’t have it and often times, not by those that do. For those that want gorgeous curls, there are certain tips you can follow to improve the look, feel, and overall health of those wonderful curls. You have to invest some of your time, but the end results are fabulous looking curly hair.

Curly Hair Care

There are numerous problems concerning curly hair with most of the causes being bad maintenance. One of the most common problems is hair frizz. There are several factors that contribute to this, but most can be controlled. Some of the ideas that are commonly used for treating curly hair actually cause more damage than good. The following are tips for proper care of curly hair anyone can use.

The following are hair care tips for those with curly hair.

• Moisturizers – one of the most common problems with curly hair is it usually is also dry hair. For this reason, use a shampoo and conditioner that is specifically created to help moisturize your hair. Products made for curly hair usually contain extra moisturizers. Wash no sooner than every other day, but use conditioners daily. Try to at least once a month; use a deep conditioner on your hair.
• Brushing – do not use narrow toothed combs, use wide toothed ones, or do not brush at all. If hair is tangled, wet it with conditioner, and use fingers or wide toothed comb. Start at the tip of the hair and work slowly to the root.
• Drying – try to air-dry hair to prevent frizzing. Do not brush or rub your hair with a towel. If you have to dry hair quickly, use a towel to blot it gently.
• Styling – the less you touch your hair the better for it, as friction causes frizz in curly hair. Use products with extra moisturizers. If you must use a blow dryer be sure to use a diffuser on it, and scrunch the hair gently as you dry it. An easy way to freshen up curly hair is to mist it with conditioner or water. The best hairstyles are not controlled, but let the curls flow loosely and naturally.
• Cutting and Coloring – A layered cut works best for curly hair. Hair that is the same length will pull the curls down, especially on the top. Longer cuts prevent curls from sticking up. Highlighting can be used on the curls around your face to open up your features.
• Eat Right – one of the most important, but often most forgot hair care treatments, are proper eating habits. Proteins help keep hair healthy and should be consumed often. Multi mineral and vitamin supplements should be taken daily. Avoid low protein diets, fatty foods, sodium, processed foods, and grease when possible.