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Curly hair, short or long, is naturally more dry, needing more care to remain silky and soft. This is because the natural oiliness of the scalp is not easily distributed by the strands, as in other types of hair, leaving the strands tangled and more difficult to comb.
In addition, to form beautiful defined curls, curly hair needs to be properly cared for, using combing creams and serums for dry and damaged ends.
Tips for caring for curly hair
Some tips for curly hair to be silky and soft include:
- Wash your hair only 2 to 3 times a week, always using conditioner or mask to keep your hair well hydrated. See how to wash your hair at: How to wash your hair properly.
- Use shampoo and conditioner suitable for curly and unsalted hair, passing the shampoo only at the root of the hair strands;
- Use a hydration mask once a week, with Argan oil. Read more at: 3 steps to hydrate curly hair at home.
- Dry your hair with a thin microfiber towel or an old T-shirt, pressing the strands;
- Comb the hair after the bath using a comb cream and a comb with wide bristles, to comb without damage;
- Allow the hair to dry naturally, without using a hairdryer or holding it;
- Use a serum or styling agent on days when you don't wash your hair.
In addition, to keep your hair healthy and without split ends you should cut your hair every 3 months and avoid using a hairdryer or straightener.
The products used must be suitable for the care of curly hair, as is the case with Vizcaya shampoo and conditioner for Curly Hair, shampoo, conditioner and cream from the Natura Branding Curls line or shampoo, conditioner and cream from the TRESemme Perfect Curls line.
How to prepare homemade combing cream with gelatin
A good strategy to define the curls, keeping your hair beautiful, hydrated and with the correct volume is to use a good combing cream, which should be applied when the hair is still damp, right after washing. To prepare this wonderful homemade cream you will need:
Ingredients:
- 1 combing cream (from a brand of choice);
- 1 tablespoon of flavorless gelatin;
- 5 tablespoons of warm water;
- 1 tablespoon of poo oil or olive oil;
- 1 tablespoon of serum for dry ends (from a brand of choice).
Preparation mode:
- Start by heating the water for a few seconds in the microwave and then add to the gelatin, stirring well until dissolved.
- Then add the oil and serum, until a uniform mixture is obtained.
- Finally, mix the mixture with the combing cream and store it in a used container of hair cream.
The homemade combing cream with gelatin must be applied to the washed and still damp hair, and it is recommended to apply the mixture strand by strand. After applying the product, it is recommended to comb your hair, allowing it to dry naturally.
In addition, another excellent option to end frizz, reduce volume, moisturize and define curls is capillary cauterization, an aesthetic treatment that can be done at hairdressers.
Created by: Tua Saúde Editorial Team