Do's & Dont's
of Curly hair
Do
Be gentle with your hair
Shampoo the roots of your hair only when necessary
Soak your hair with water, and use conditioner on mid-lengths and ends to help with detangling and curl definition
Comb hair with hands or wide tooth comb
Use silicone and sulphate FREE conditioners shampoos and styling products.
Apply hair products to wet or soaking wet hair
Use thin linen or cotton (tea towels or t-shirts) to blot dry hair
Keep heat styling to a minimal and always use a diffuser attachment with hairdryer.
Keep hairdryers on a low heat and
speed setting to avoid frizz
Have your hair cut when its dry and in its naturally curly shape
Only have your hair cut with scissors
Find out your hair type, curl type,
porosity and density as this determines the right products and care routine for your hair.
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Dont
Be rough with your hair
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Scrub the ends of your hair with shampoo
Brush hair with hairbrushes or detangle brushes
Use silicone based shampoos conditioners or styling products
Apply product to dry frizzy hair
Scrub or rub hair dry with a body towel
Use hot curling wands or hair straighteners too often
Blast hair with a hairdryer
Have hair straightened before a hair cut, or cut when soaking wet
Have hair cut with feathering razors or thinning scissors
Give up on learning about your hair