Styling curly hair at home. Elegant curly hair styling

As often happens, people with straight hair try to curl it with curling irons, flat irons and perms, while those who have naturally curly hair can’t stand their curls. Curly hair can be difficult to manage - it doesn't lie well in the morning, and in humid climates it often gets frizzy. However, if you choose the right haircut, carefully care for your hair and style it, you will get beautiful and neat curls. To learn how to do everything correctly, you will have to experiment and be patient, but very soon you will understand that caring for curly hair is not so difficult.

Steps

Curly hair care

Use suitable shampoo and conditioner. Wavy hair can get dry and frizzy, so it's important to choose products that won't damage it. It is best to use a moisturizing sulfate-free shampoo and conditioner.

Try washing your hair with conditioner. Shampoo strips hair of its natural fatty membrane, which allows hair to maintain a healthy appearance and smoothness. The conditioner is less harsh and has detergents in it. Try conditioning your hair as often as you need it and shampooing once a week.

At the end of washing, rinse your hair with cold water. To keep your hair smooth, wash your hair with the coldest water you can tolerate. Hot water is harmful to the hair shafts, while cold water causes them to become clogged, leaving hair looking smooth and shiny when dry.

• If you can't take cold showers, try washing your hair in the sink. Wear a cap in the shower to protect your hair from hot water.

1. Dry your hair with a clean T-shirt, not a towel. This will prevent them from getting fluffy and will not disrupt their structure, unlike a towel. Then lower your head down and shake it so that the curls take their natural shape.

   • Microfiber towels are not as harmful to curls as regular ones and absorb more moisture than T-shirts.

2. Use curl styling products. Try different products to see what works for you: a simple anti-frizz serum might be enough, or you might want to invest in a more expensive cream that hydrates your hair and makes your curls more pronounced. After washing, apply the product to wet hair, spreading it with a wide-tooth comb from ends to ends (this prevents hair from breaking).

   • Finish everything off with a special gel. It can be spread with your fingers or rubbed into your hair. Make sure the product reaches all of your hair from roots to ends. Once done, run your fingers through your hair to shape the curls.

3. Let your hair dry naturally. It's best not to use a hair dryer. Do not wring or rub your hair - this will make it hard and frizzy.

   • Don't blow dry your hair unless absolutely necessary. Save the blow dryer only for special occasions as frequent blow drying is harmful.
   • Curly hair often takes a very long time to dry because it is so thick and dense. If you don't have time to wait for them to dry themselves, use a hairdryer with a diffuser at minimum power.

4. Dry your hair with a hair dryer and diffuser if you are in a hurry. The diffuser distributes the heat so the hair dryer doesn't blow hot air into the same area. Run the diffuser over your entire head, lifting the strands from roots to ends. When drying your ends, place the diffuser under your hair and gently curl your curls to add volume. Continue drying your hair until there is very little moisture left. Do not dry them completely.

   • A higher drying temperature will make the curls shiny.
   • If you want your hair to lie in waves rather than curls, don't curl it with a diffuser - just run it through your hair.

5. Finally, apply a fixative. A medium hold hairspray will allow your hairstyle to last all day. Do not use products with alcohol as alcohol dries out your hair.

   Do not comb your curls dry or wet. Brushing wet hair causes breakage and puts unnecessary stress on the follicles. It is better to use a wide-tooth comb (you can also use it to distribute conditioner through your hair). If you comb dry curls, they will begin to stick out in different directions and become fluffy.

   Monitor the appearance of your curls throughout the day. If you notice that they are starting to fall apart or become frizzy, lightly wet your hair and apply your favorite product (cream, gel, mousse or any other). Squeeze your hair for fresher curls.

   Make a bun. This is a variation of the classic hairstyle that will highlight the beauty of your hair. It is convenient to do it in limited time. All you need is an elastic band and a few bobby pins.

   Go for a low hairstyle with a headband. This hairstyle will create a romantic look and is easier to achieve than it seems. You will need an elastic bandage and some bobby pins.

6. Create a pompadour hairstyle. This hairstyle will make your curly hair attract attention. This hairstyle is suitable even for important events.

   • Gather your hair at the back of your head. Use a comb to smooth the sides and back of your hair.
   • Tie your hair with an elastic band.
   • Bring your hair forward and tuck it under the elastic, then secure the roller with bobby pins.
   • To hide the elastic, wrap it in thin strands and pin them with bobby pins.

7. Braid your hair. If you want to go with your hair down, braid small braids - the hairstyle is very impressive and does not require much effort.

   Suitable haircut

   1. Find a hairdresser who knows how to work with curly hair. It is difficult to cut such hair, so the stylist must clearly understand how to work with different types of curly hair. Luckily, getting the right haircut is half the battle when styling wavy hair. By getting the right haircut, you might suddenly fall in love with your curls.

      • Ask a friend with curly hair to recommend a hairdresser. If you happen to see someone with gorgeous curls, don't be afraid to ask who did the hairstyle. There is a high probability that the person will be flattered by this.
      • Search the Internet for addresses of salons or contacts of hairdressers who specialize in curly hair. Read reviews and check prices.

Want how to style curly hair? We will tell you how to care for curly hair, how to wash it properly to maintain elasticity and make combing easier. You will also learn some simple styling techniques for curly and wavy hair.

How to wash and comb curly hair

1. Choosing care products. Use special products, because it’s not for nothing that they are created specifically for your hair type! You will need shampoo, conditioner and conditioner for curly and curly hair. The special products contain nourishing oils with vitamins that help make hair elastic and manageable. After washing, it will be much easier for you to style them, they will not get tangled or fluffed up. Shampoo “Perfect Smoothness” from Schwarzkopf is suitable for frequent washing, and the hair will remain smooth for a long time. This line also includes a conditioner with smoothing silicones. To prevent your hair from becoming frizzy, choose a balm with an antistatic effect.

3. If you wash your hair often, then you can switch to co-washing - washing with conditioner. Conditioner washes away styling products and excess oil, but does not cleanse the scalp as intensively. This will help you keep your skin balanced without drying out your hair. For co-washing, you will need a smoothing conditioner or softening conditioner.

4. Comb curly hair. Those with thick hair often complain that their hair becomes frizzy and sticks out in different directions. This is the result of improper combing! Firstly, if you have curly hair, give up massage brushes forever: they electrify your hair and make it brittle. You need a flat wooden or plastic comb with wide teeth. You can use it to comb your curls after washing, drying them a little naturally. Curls don't need to be combed every day. You can simply separate them with your hands and resort to full combing only after washing. This will help avoid injury to the ears. Unlike straight hair, curls retain their shape perfectly and do not require frequent combing.

How to style wavy and curly hair

To style unruly and frizzy hair, turning it into shiny curls, you will need:

Styling mousse

Shine booster

Forming the styling

Squeeze out the mousse the size of an apple and spread between your palms.

Apply the mousse to your hair, distributing it evenly along the entire length. Do not apply the product to the roots to prevent your hair from becoming dirty too quickly.

Shape your hair by scrunching the curls with upward movements.

When hair is dry, apply shine booster.

Dry your curls naturally or with a hair dryer.

Your styling is ready!

Hairstyles for curly hair

Curly and wavy hair is already a hairstyle. But despite this, there are several ways to diversify it.

For example, a high hairstyle with a donut or a “basket” woven to one side is suitable for everyday wear.

Happy owners of curly hair most often face the problem of proper care and beautiful styling. Unruly curls tend to slip out at the most inopportune moment, and constant dryness and lack of shine significantly spoil our mood. We have collected the most effective care tips, as well as the best hairstyles for curly hair that will help you love your curls again.

Simple styling for curly hair

Curly hair requires special attention and care. We know several secrets that will help give your hair shine, softness and elasticity.

Don't use shampoos with sulfates. Sulfates greatly dry the scalp and hair, and for curly hair this is a real problem. Pay attention to organic shampoos based on soap nuts or special natural foaming products. This will help retain moisture in your hair and reduce brittleness.

Silicones are harmful to curly hair. Having removed sulfate shampoos from the bathroom shelves, it’s time to get rid of hair cosmetics containing silicones. It was the sulfates that washed the silicones out of your hair, while natural organic shampoos cannot cope with such heavy substances. Accumulating on the hair, silicones make it dry, dull and brittle over time. An excellent replacement would be natural oils such as coconut, olive, almond, etc.

Moisturizing spray is like your best friend. The spray has a lighter consistency and is still able to protect hair during curly hair styling hot appliances, retain moisture, add lightness and shine. Excellent product Oribe Apres Beach Wave and Shine Hairspray, as well as Women’s MOROCCANOIL Treatment.

Curly-haired girls often don’t even realize how lucky they are with their hair. People with straight hair envy their curls and think that curly hair is much easier to style than straight hair. In fact, caring for wavy hair is somewhat more difficult than straight hair. As for haircuts for curly beauties, you have to choose them with extreme caution. The same hairstyles may not suit those with short, medium and long hair.

What you should know about wavy hair

Women's haircuts for wavy hair look great regardless of the age of their owners. Such hairstyles are worn by business ladies, romantic people, and naughty girls. If you are naturally the lucky owner of wavy hair, appreciate it. The right haircut and styling will make your look unique and excitingly sexy.

Selected hair care is important. You need to pay attention to the shampoos, conditioners and hair masks that you use. Since curly hair is quite thin and fluffy, it is necessary to choose only natural cosmetics that do not contain aggressive components (in the compositions indicated as Sodium Laurel Sulfate, parabens, silicones) that penetrate into the deep layers of the hair. A repeated winner of natural cosmetics ratings is the Mulsan cosmetic brand. The range includes only safe products that provide comprehensive hair care. Extracts, oils, vitamins included in shampoos and masks strengthen and nourish curls from the roots, making them healthy in the shortest possible time. Products can only be purchased in the official store. We recommend visiting mulsan.ru

Structure

The hair bulb (follicle) of wavy hair is slightly different from the bulb of straight hair - it is shaped like a comma. It is this “punctuation mark” that from time to time slightly changes the direction of hair growth and it forms large soft curls. Wavy hair, as a rule, quickly becomes oily at the roots, while the ends remain dry. Therefore, you need to take care of such curls by adhering to special rules.

Don't confuse wavy hair with curly hair. In the latter, the follicle no longer looks like a comma, but like a zigzag, which results in curls rather than waves.

Rules for wavy hair

You should not get a short haircut if:

• The hair is not only wavy, but also very thin, soft and fluffy. A hairstyle on such hair is unlikely to maintain volume;
• hair becomes frizzy and sticks out in different directions in a humid room or in the rain.

You should not make bangs from wavy hair if:

• your eyebrows are too thin. You can correct the situation by growing your eyebrows wider;
• your nose is wide or long. Bangs will further emphasize this flaw.

And a few more rules for wavy hair. It is forbidden:

• comb while they are wet. This is fraught with hair loss and brittleness;
• wash your hair every day. The ends of wavy curls are usually dry;
• Rub your hair with a cloth after washing - it will become brittle. It is better to wrap your head in a towel and wait until they dry naturally;
• When drying your hair with a hair dryer, it is better to wait until it dries on its own. This way the hair will be moisturized and will not be too frizzy;
• Constantly use a curling iron or flat iron to straighten or style curls. Over time, this heat treatment will make your hair dull and lifeless. It is better to use curlers;
• ignore using hair conditioner after washing. Curly hair usually has a fine structure and is therefore highly electrified;
• cut the top layer of hair too short to avoid looking like a poodle;
• thinning along the entire length of the hair - this will make it even fluffier.

Which haircut is suitable

Women's haircuts for wavy hair abound in variety. If you approach your hairstyle creatively, you can get a bright and unique look. But, besides provocative and avant-garde haircuts, there are also classics. She also has plenty of options for playful curls: romantic, mischievous, strict. How to choose the right option?

Taking into account the shape of your face, you can choose the most advantageous hairstyle for wavy hair:

• For an oval face, a haircut with asymmetrical or straight bangs is more suitable. Oblique torn bangs will also look good. As for the length of the hair, any oval shape is suitable;
• Chubby girls are recommended to choose a haircut with long bangs or no bangs at all;
• For those with a narrow, long face, it is best to have a medium-length haircut with straight, thick bangs just below the eyebrows;
• small faces will be decorated with lush hair with torn bangs or without bangs - this will make the face appear larger.

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Haircuts for Long Wavy Hair

The technique for cutting long and medium hair is almost the same. Modern hairdressers offer several interesting options for long wavy hair, the most popular of which is the cascade.

Cascade

The second name for the cascade is layered haircut. You can already understand what this hairstyle looks like from the name - the hair flows over the head like the waters of a waterfall. The basis of the cascade is the game with long and short strands. The method of gradually transitioning from short hair at the top to long strands at the shoulders will look great on any length. This hairstyle is suitable for those with fluffy and thick hair, as the curls lie neatly and obediently, creating an even ladder of curls of different lengths.

Photo gallery: cascade haircut options for long wavy hair

Long curls in a cascade haircut look like a waterfall Cascade is suitable for both holidays and everyday life Long bangs in a cascade haircut almost merge with wavy hair
A cascade haircut on long curly hair involves parting on the side or in the middle

Ladder

The ladder haircut is also called graduated. It is very similar to a cascade. The only fundamental difference is that in a ladder, only the curls in the front are stepped, while in a cascade, the hair is cut all over the hair. Graduation looks good on straight hair. On wavy hair it is almost invisible.

Photo gallery: ladder haircut options for long wavy hair

Long curls in the front of a ladder haircut are cut in steps. A ladder haircut on curly long hair is almost invisible. Long wavy hair with a ladder cut looks as if it was curled in curlers.
The ladder may well be a festive hairstyle

Aurora

Aurora can be recognized by her voluminous round crown, loose, spectacular bangs, and smooth cascading transitions of waves at the back of her head. The length of this haircut can be any: reaching the shoulder blade or barely covering the back of the head. True, for the sake of a beautiful hairstyle, girls with long curls will have to sacrifice hair volume.

Photo gallery: Aurora haircut options for long wavy hair

The Aurora haircut looks chic on long wavy hair. The Aurora haircut on long curly hair can easily be done without bangs. Curly long hair is an excellent material for an Aurora haircut.
Aurora can also be done on almost straight long hair

Rhapsody

The rhapsody hairstyle combines a ladder and a cascade, but the ends are milled quite a bit. The haircut makes the hair visually thicker, so it is best suited for thin hair. Curly strands, thanks to this hairstyle, become more manageable.

Haircuts for Medium Length Wavy Hair

Medium-length wavy hair has the largest selection of stylish haircut models. When creating a hairstyle, a hairdresser evaluates the type of curls, their quality, the client’s figure and face type. Usually, if the hair waves are large, the hairdresser advises making a cascade or a ladder, and small curls, as a rule, are cut asymmetrically. Also popular haircuts for medium hair have been bob and bob for many years.

Kare

This haircut allows a girl to look different every day. Thanks to different styling methods, the bob will change and become either mischievous and playful, then romantic and tender, or strict and aggressive. In any case, this haircut will highlight the bright individual image of its owner. By the way, the bob is great for thin and sparse hair.

The bob seems to be created for medium wavy hair

The most fashionable bob option for medium hair is a haircut with asymmetrical bangs. Girls with wavy hair don’t even need to style it.

Bean

Bob looks great on medium length hair. It can be done with or without bangs, and a bob haircut can also be asymmetrical. The classic Bob is a shortened nape and long side strands reaching to the chin. This haircut option suits almost everyone. The length of the front hair somewhat elongates the face and makes its features more refined. Therefore, this Bob is an excellent solution for women with round or square faces.

For a long face, there is an option with long bangs. As for asymmetrical bangs, they can distract attention from any imperfections and help correct features, making them smoother and more feminine.

Short wavy bangs look unsightly and should be avoided by curly-haired girls.

Ladder

The highlight of a woman's look can be a short haircut. It is not recommended to do graduation only for girls with a square face, because it will further emphasize the angularity of the shape. A haircut will help hide protruding ears, visually reduce your chin and hide large cheekbones. However, on wavy hair the graduation is almost invisible.

Cascade

The cascade adds volume to the hair. Thanks to this property and its versatility, the hairstyle has become increasingly in demand in recent years. Although the cascade is suitable for any length of hair, it looks most advantageous on medium hair. The best option for a cascading haircut is multi-stage thinning, which starts from ear level and ends at the tips.

Aurora

The length of the Aurora haircut, which is also called Italian, can be with a low crown, or it can have a fluffy top. The front strands are shortened, which gives the image a perky look, and the ends of all hair are profiled - this adds a hooligan note.

Shag

For girls with wavy hair who don’t have time to style it every day, the shag haircut is perfect. Airy waves of hair look great even without styling. Moreover, this haircut likes some disorder and dishevelment. The best example of this is the hairstyle of singer Rihanna.

Short haircuts

Many girls with wavy or curly hair prefer long curls just because they are afraid of looking funny with a short haircut. In fact, wavy short hair looks very feminine and fashionable, while it makes a woman look younger and emphasizes her grace.

Bean

Today there are about 20 types of bob haircuts. Probably the most impressive hairstyle looks on short hair. The haircut emphasizes the grace of a woman’s neck, is easy to style and looks great on wavy hair. A short bob can be complemented with long asymmetrical bangs. Masters recommend this haircut for both girls and older ladies.

Cascade

If you arrange a short cascade correctly, then each hair will be in its place, smoothly moving like a waterfall from the crown to the temples. For women with wavy short hair, this hairstyle is a godsend. You don’t have to lay it down, but simply tousle it with your hands. Then there won’t be much splendor, but a ragged, boyish effect will appear.

Photo gallery: Cascade haircut for short wavy hair

A short cascade is suitable for women of any age. A short cascade can be easily tousled with your hands. A short cascade favorably emphasizes the cheekbones.
Short cascade haircut has been trending for many years

Kare

The bob looks great on any length of hair, but on short hair it is perfection. A woman with a short bob looks like she’s coming off the cover of a magazine. Due to the fact that the hair is cut slightly below the ears or chin in one straight line, stylists have the opportunity to get a little creative with the shape of the bangs. Depending on it, you can choose a bob to suit any type of face. A short haircut emphasizes a woman's cheekbones and neck, making her look especially sexy. It is also important that you don’t have to style such a hairstyle thanks to curly hair, which in itself already creates volume of hair, and a professional hairdresser will give an interesting shape to the curls.

Bob bob

The multifaceted and unique bob today is made in many stylish options. One of the most successful of them is the short version. The bangs of this haircut can be curly or straight.

The most fashionable today is the classic symmetrical short bob. Its length is up to the lobes, the cut is clear and even, parted on the side or in the middle. You don’t have to part the hair if there is a creative mess on your head, which can be done simply with your hands using mousse.

Pixie

Many girls cut off their long locks to get a fashionable Pixie haircut and look like a magical elf. This haircut involves layering, an open neck and ears. On the crown, occipital area and bangs the hair is longer than in the area of ​​the temples and neck - there the strands are not cut at all, but they are quite short. Pixies can be done asymmetrically, with a parting, or simply create chaos on your head.

Pixie cut loves short wavy hair

Garson

If you hear that someone has cut their hair “like a boy,” you should know that this haircut is called a garçon. It is very practical, comfortable and attractive. This hairstyle looks somewhat daring and extraordinary. Apparently, it is for this quality that many star ladies choose her. Along with boyish enthusiasm, the garçon brings girlish tenderness and vulnerability to the female image.

Haircut options without styling

The main thing that should be advised to those who do not want to constantly style their hair is to stop straightening their magnificent curls. Nature has given you volume and curls that girls with straight hair can only dream of.

To avoid styling wavy hair, choose a cascade, ladder, shag, bob or garcon. All these haircuts, if done by a professional, do not require styling. It is enough to wash your hair and dry it without a hairdryer. Moreover, such haircuts without styling look like you just left a beauty salon. The most that may be required is to run your palms with mousse through the wavy curls - and the styling is ready!

Garcon without styling can only be worn by women with wavy hair

How to care for wavy hair

To make wavy hair look attractive, you must follow some care rules:

• buy special shampoos designed for curly hair. Also, when choosing a shampoo, consider your skin type. Use hair care products only with natural ingredients;
• wash your hair in two steps. After lathering the shampoo on your hair for the first time, rinse it immediately. The second time, abundant foam will appear and it will be possible to massage the head;
• After washing your hair, be sure to apply the balm for 2-3 minutes and rinse. The hair will become manageable, comb well and stop being electrified;
• do not wash your hair too often, especially since wavy hair gets less dirty than straight hair, and the ends of the curls are usually overdried;
• make nourishing hair masks at least once a week. Use castor oil, it is great for hair care;
• if there is a risk of getting caught in the rain, treat your curls with a special conditioner spray in advance;
• try not to dry your hair with a hairdryer; it is better to wrap it in a towel and let it dry on its own;
• buy a comb made of wood with rare teeth - it will not split the ends of your hair;
• To fix waves and curls, use special hair wax. Thanks to this product, your hair will be in perfect condition all day long;
• try not to use a curling iron often so as not to spoil your magnificent curls. Remember, “shaggy” women are in fashion today;
• If you have the option, cut your wavy hair with hot scissors. This procedure is a little more expensive, but then the ends of the hair do not split.

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Your curly, flowing hair undoubtedly requires care. But it’s so nice when people around you look at your hairstyle. Be proud of your waves and always be charming!

For most women who have naturally curly hair, this is a real problem. For several reasons:

Curly hair is 99% dry hair. And when in contact with a hair dryer, the tongs are damaged.

They react to humidity.

With improper care, women with curly hair become like dandelions.

If you haven't learned how to manage your curls yet, or want to try something new, then read on.

How to care for curly hair

Well-groomed curly hair looks simply stunning, but at the same time it is more capricious than straight hair. So here are some tips:

1. The most important thing is to blow dry your hair as little as possible to prevent hair damage.
2. Before using a hair dryer or curling iron, be sure to apply products to your hair that will protect it from damage. These products typically contain amodimethicone and dimethicone. They form a film on the hair that protects it.
3. To keep your curls bouncy, look for keratin and Beetroot Alcohol in your hair care products. They help give and maintain hair volume.

Let's start with volume. It's hard to add volume to curly hair without looking like a dandelion. But here too you can help. Wash your hair and use hair spray. But it should not weigh down the hair, and at the same time have a good level of fixation. Spritz your hair generously.

To keep curly hair looking beautiful all day, try to touch it less with your hands.

Here are some more ideas on how to style curly hair:

1. If you want a quick makeover and remove stray hairs, spray your hair with a setting spray and run your fingers through it. Create a low ponytail from the front strands and you will look divine.
2. To make curls larger, apply a little mousse to dry hair and use a curling iron to first pull out the strands and then curl them. Don't twirl all the hair on your head.
3. If your hair looks weak and lacking, does not hold its shape well and is bristling, then prepare a cocktail of gel and hair cream that does not require rinsing.
4. While your hair is wet, apply the mousse and tie a scarf around the top of your head. When your hair is 60 percent dry, remove the scarf and you will get soft and beautiful waves.
5. You can also try twirling your hair with your fingers after applying the mousse to create a sexy summer look.
6. Well, the easiest way is to braid your hair. Let dry and then unravel.
7. If it's raining or high humidity outside, you shouldn't try to straighten your hair. You will only waste your time and put extra stress on your hair. Improve what you have.
8. The best way for you is in layers. Curls become more expressive.
9. To prevent your curls from being elongated and losing their expressiveness, after you have washed your hair, gather the strands into a fist and lift them up, squeezing them. At the same time, tilt your head back if you take strands from the top of your head, to the left if to the left, and to the right. Don't just keep your head straight.
10. To make the curls larger, you can use either curlers or a large curling attachment. The procedure is carried out in the same way as for all hair types. Strand - comb - curlers.