Soft flowing ringlets, emphasizing femininity and sophistication - the dream of many women.
Most of all, the owners of wavy hair were lucky in this matter, although for some such natural “happiness” gifted by nature causes a lot of inconvenience and trouble: curls often do not obey, take the desired shape hard, often require the use of gel or foam during styling. However, more serious problems are associated not even with the design of the hairstyle, but with the health of curls: staining, blow-drying, straightening affect their structure destructively.
To maintain the health of curls, to give them a natural springiness, natural shine and a luxurious look will help proper and quality care for curly hair.
Shampoo Selection Criteria
The first and, possibly, the main step on the path to the health of curls is the correct selection of shampoo. When the strands are in good condition, it is recommended to use a detergent for curly hair; in all other cases, you should focus on the structure of curls and the type of scalp.
Dry strands need additional moisturizing, which can be provided by such components of the shampoo, as an extract of flowers of cornflower, lotus, witch hazel, or an extract of jojoba oil, coconut, licorice. Shampoos with a strengthening and protective effect based on sage, papain, horseradish are useful for thinned hair. It is better to refuse detergents with the effect of an increase in volume. They destroy the waviness and lead to brittleness, which makes the care of naughty curly hair in vain.
Means for curly hair from a professional series are characterized by a wide variety and high efficiency. So, consumers praised the shampoo Hair Juice Curly Italian brand Brelil Professional.
The extracts of coconut and passion fruit present in its composition make
curly hair soft, docile, elastic. Vitamins A, C, E nourish the scalp and protect against negative factors. According to the owners of curls, after applying Hair Juice Curly shampoo, the hair becomes elastic, silky and more designed.
When washing curly hair, it is important to follow a few rules:
- wash them as they get dirty;
- use soft water;
- Do not use too hot water
- Do not rub the scalp with effort, thus stimulating the work of the sebaceous glands.
Curly Hair Balm
The main nutrient for hair after shampooing is considered a balm or conditioner. The action of these funds is aimed at providing additional nutrition, restoring damaged hair structure, moisturizing the scalp and facilitating combing. Especially relevant is the use of balm for owners of weakened curls.
It is periodically recommended to use emulsions, oils and serums with keratin elements. The use of such cosmetic preparations at times facilitates the care of naughty curly hair.
Means that help to give volume and elasticity to the curls are characterized by different actions.
One of the highly effective is considered a lotion conditioner Curl Definer Conditioning Lotion brand Londa Professional. Microcapsules with extract of ginger and olives saturate with moisture, fill with vitality and prevent each strand from drying out. Thanks to the unique formula of the product, chaotic and dull curls turn into shiny and expressive curls.
The lotion is applied to a wet head, not washed off, which provides high-quality care for curly hair. Customer reviews regarding this cosmetic product are positive. The fair sex is satisfied with the action of the air conditioner and felt the positive effect literally from the first use of the cosmetic product.
How to dry curly hair?
Care for curly hair comes down not only to the proper selection of shampoo and conditioner, but also to drying after washing. You should forget about the hairdryer at this stage: curls negatively perceive artificial heat, become brittle, lose their natural shine. Therefore, it is recommended to take a bath towel to help, soak your hair in the direction from the ends to the roots. After the strands have dried, you should gently comb them with a large comb with rare teeth, starting from the tips and gradually rising higher, to the roots.
To give curls shape during the drying process, you can use a forming cream or gel, pressing each strand to the scalp and making a spiral out of it.
Curly Hair Care : Professional Tools
A separate approach to each curl can be achieved by applying Enrich Repairing Mousse nourishing cream mousse under the Wella brand.
The cosmetic product contains glyoxylic acid, silk extract, panthenol and vitamin E. Thanks to these components, the curls acquire a natural shine, silkiness and lightness. Cream-care for curly
hair is ideal for those whose hair is very curly and difficult to style. How to use? The product should be applied to clean, dry hair. Do not flush.
A good solution in modeling perfect curls is the use of such a curly hair care product as Super-Natural Curl Shaping & Defining Cream of the Bamboo Style, Alterna series.
The action of the cosmetic product is aimed at creating smooth, even curls from small and unformed curls. An indelible cream (care for curly hair is not a whim, but a necessity, so you should not try to save on additional cosmetic products) is characterized by a light texture and contains sunflower seed oil and lumbang seed, blue yucca roots, bamboo extract. Due to the naturalness of the components, it is suitable for daily use, it provides high-quality thermal protection, which is especially important for lovers to use curling ironing, ironing and hair dryers when modeling hairstyles.
Staining Features
Hair coloring is a procedure that many representatives of the fair sex resort to. One is needed to mask gray hair, the other - to change the image. Care for curly hair at this stage is to choose the right product. Do not use paints with ammonia, since the effect of the chemical component is extremely harmful. Ammonia helps break down the protein that regulates the formation of melanin (a natural pigment) contained in the hair shaft. Under the influence of the coloring element, the normal functioning of the sebaceous glands is disrupted, due to which the hair becomes dry and brittle. Therefore, it is better to stop your choice on natural dyes: henna or basme.
Nevertheless, it is better to entrust the coloring of curls to a hairdresser who will help you choose the right paint and do your job with quality. Professional care for curly hair consists in the procedure for their restoration with the help of hot steam and nourishing masks, which are often offered by beauty salons after dyeing.
Useful tips for caring for wavy curls
Wavy hair is very sensitive to straightening, chemicals and high temperatures. With poor-quality care, hot drying, frequent styling, they become tangled, split off at the tips.
In order to avoid such negative consequences, it is recommended:
- In the process of styling, use a heat-protective spray covering the hair with a special keratin film. The latter under the influence of high temperatures melts, without violating the structure of the hair.
- Before going out, use protective equipment. From exposure to sunlight, sprays with the SPF factor (sunscreen) have proven themselves well.
- Do not abuse the straightener (irons).
A haircut
Once every 3 months it is recommended to trim the ends. Care for naughty curly hair in the form of this manipulation is aimed at preventing the cross-section of curls. A haircut with “hot scissors” has a good effect, after which the ends of the hair seem to be sealed, leaving natural moisture inside.
As for haircuts in general, for owners of curly hair there is a huge selection of styles and interesting images: asymmetry, bob, cascade, multi-level haircut - these are just some of the options for ideal hairstyles. When using different styling schemes, curly locks can look in accordance with the plan of the master: aristocratic, playful, sexy.
Straightening curls
Many owners of curly hair dream of straightening them, so quite often resort to the help of such devices as a styler or ironing.
Straightening is carried out as follows:
- A spray for naughty strands is applied to wet hair to structure them.
- Then a heat-protective spray is sprayed, after which the hair is dried with a hairdryer using a round comb. Drying of each strand begins from the back of the head with a gradual advance up to the crown.
- Hair is pulled out with an iron or a hot styler.
And yet, in order to avoid disturbance of the hair structure and its drying out, one should not often resort to this procedure.
Of the professional drugs used to model curls, you can opt for Tony & Guy spray gel "Reliable fixation of curly hair." The tool allows you to naturally fix the hairstyle and gain control over the naughty strands.
Method of application: spray on wet, slightly towel-dried hair. Model large curls using a curling iron or manual twisting.
Natural curliness can be emphasized by spraying the product on a dry head of hair and its even distribution over the entire length. As a result of applying the spray, the hair becomes obedient, soft and naturally mobile.
Express hair straightening can be done in salon conditions. For this procedure, stylists use a styler and products with keratin and ceramides. Smoothing, restoring the structure of the hair, they protect the curls from heat and at the same time have a therapeutic effect.
Massage for strengthening and hair growth
Proper care for curly hair will be more effective if you massage your head at least once every 2-3 days. Manipulation, requiring patience and systematicity, is aimed at increasing blood flow, improving skin nutrition and enhancing hair growth. You should be aware that sebum is actively secreted during gland massage. Therefore, it is recommended to massage the head shortly before washing. After the massage, it is recommended to apply a nourishing mask to the hair - the heated skin will absorb it much faster and more fully than in normal mode.
Massaging should be carried out with fingertips in different directions. First, stroking with light movements, then with a gradual increase in pressure - in a circle. In conclusion, it is recommended to lightly stroke the skin.
Massage to strengthen curly hair should be done so that it gives pleasure. It is very good to lubricate the fingers with heated castor or burdock oil before the procedure.
At the end of head massage, it is recommended to massage the cervical area, which will also increase blood circulation and help to relax.
Masks for curly curls
Protect curly hair from the effects of negative external factors, “tame” them, fill them with health and strength with the help of nourishing and regenerative masks. Curl Contour mask (L'Oreal Professionnel), which is characterized by a pronounced regenerating and nourishing effect, can help damaged strands from professional means. Each curl after exposure to a cosmetic product becomes very clear, as if drawn. The components that are included in the mask smooth the hair scales, fill each strand with useful substances, prevent hair loss, and prevent split ends. In addition, Curl Contour contains UV filters that protect the hair from the negative effects of the external environment.
Homemade masks for curly hairstyles
Care for curly hair at home can be achieved by self-preparation of nourishing masks:
- Glycerin. 1 tsp. glycerol and vinegar combine with 1 egg and 2 tbsp. l castor oil. Rub into skin, distribute through hair. Wrap the head with foil, wrap with a bath towel over it. Leave on for 40-45 minutes. Rinse with warm running water, preferably with shampoo for curly hair.
- From yogurt. Heated yogurt to 37 ° C is plentifully applied to the hair. Wrap the head with a film, with a towel on top. Hold the mask for 30-45 minutes. Then, having removed the film with a towel, again smear the head with yogurt, massage for 3-5 minutes. Rinse off. This mask has a good protective effect, prevents the appearance of split ends.
- Oily. Combine sea buckthorn oil with another vegetable oil in a ratio of 9 to 1. Rub into the scalp. Create a "greenhouse effect" (film + shawl or towel). Stand for 1 hour. Wash off with shampoo. The mask is useful for dry curly hair. It is advisable to apply 2 times a week for 1.5 months.
- Olive Honey. Combine 100 grams of honey with 3 tbsp. l olive oil. Apply to hair. Stand for about 1 hour. Wash off with warm water. With shampoo, you can wash your hair only the next day.
- From avocado. Grind the pulp of ripe avocado with a blender to a mushy state. Add 20 g of almond oil and 50 g of olive. Soak on the hair for 1 hour. Wash off with shampoo. With the help of such a mask, which perfectly nourishes damaged hair, dry curly hair care will be performed efficiently and effectively.
After applying the masks, it is recommended to rinse the hair with chamomile broth (for light curls) or water with lemon juice (for dark hair).
Curly hair is a magnificent gift of nature, which should be treasured. This is the highlight of the image. This is unique. This is a charm. This is a healthy beauty and naturalness, obtained by providing proper and high-quality care for curls.