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Naturally curly hair needs moisture (not grease or drying alcohol - there is a difference in drying and fatty alcohols) to restore its natural luster, beauty, and healthy state. Unfortunately, most ethnic products contain cheap oils that coat and weigh curly hair down. Non-ethnic products contain drying ingredients that rob curly hair it of its natural sheen. You won't find any cheap oils or drying ingredients in our products...just quality ingredients, such as certified organic aloe leaf juice, pure coconut milk, mango, shea and murmur butter, jojoba, avocado and coconut oil, a host of exotic extracts (e.g. Ho Shu Wu, Green Tea, Arnica, Chamomile, and Calendula extract) as well as a new, patented ingredient, all guaranteed to put the bounce back into your curly hair!
Winter Hair Care Tips - Going from Frumpy to Fabulous Curls!
- Cardinal Rule #1 - Deep treat your hair, with heat, more often. I recommend doing so 1x a week. This is critical for replenishing moisture to your thirsty tresses. PRODUCT RECOMMENDATION: Curl Ecstasy Hair Tea Deep Conditioner & Microhaircap for deep treating hair.
- Shampoo less often - your scalp produces less sebum during the cold months...so be careful not to strip away the natural oils that are there. Opt for sulfate free cleansers, they are most gentle on your hair and scalp. PRODUCT RECOMMENDATION: Curlicious Curls Cleansing Cream
- Consider protective styles during the winter. Avoid heat styling as much as possible and opt for slicked back buns, ponytails, and chignons.
- Moisturize DAILY! PRODUCT SUGGESTION: Quenched Curls Moisturizer
- Use half of the amount of styling products you'd normally use to avoid further frumping of your curls.
- Use rich creams for your protective styles...place gels on the back burner until the warmer months. PRODUCT SUGGESTIONS: Whipped Cream, Curl Souffle', or Curls Milkshake.
Mahisha's Winter Tip! - After rinsing out Curl Ecstasy Hair Tea conditioner, warm up a little of your favorite natural oil and apply it directly to your hair and scalp. Follow up with a little Curl Ecstasy, ~ the size of a half dollar for your entire head...it is an awesome leave in during the winter months. Make sure you get enough to cover your ends completely. Apply a little of your favorite curl cream to your roots and base. Slick back into a bun or your protective style of choice with a boar bristle brush, braid or twist hanging hair, and leave in until the next morning. Your tresses will be noticeably soft and moisturized and healthy!
Shampoo Tips
Some curly girls shampoo, and others choose to skip shampooing and opt for conditioning rinses only. Shampooing curly hair weekly isn't a necessity, curly girls can use a conditioner to effectively rinse away excess dirt and oil. However, I recommend that you shampoo curly hair at least once a month, 2-3x is optimal. Avoid using shampoos that strip your curly hair of essential elements, leaving your hair feeling dry and unmanageable.
How to Properly Shampoo Curly Hair: Rinse hair and scalp using warm water (never hot water, as it can dry out the hair and scalp). Apply a small amount of shampoo into the palm of your hand, rub together and evenly coat the scalp. Massage gently with your fingertips. Rinse thoroughly. Repeat only if your scalp is oily or if you have a build up of products on the hair.
Additional Shampooing Tips:
- Before shampooing curly hair, comb a coat of conditioner evenly throughout your tresses. Rinse well. This extra step will add extra conditioning before you shampoo.
- Curly hair becomes too dry and frizzy if shampooed too often, as this robs your hair and scalp of its natural oils. Always use a moisturizing shampoo to help hydrate your scalp.
- Tip for getting through your "shampoo-less" days. Rinse hair with warm water, apply conditioner, and rinse well. This will give you a clean start and provide added conditioning and moisture without stripping away protective oils.
Conditioning Tips
Conditioning your curly hair is one of the most important steps in your hair care regime. Curly hair is dry by nature and requires moisture. Continue to pump moisture, moisture, moisture back into your curly hair.
How to Properly Condition Curly Hair: After completely rinsing shampoo out of your hair, apply a generous amount of conditioner into the palm of your hands. Start at the middle of your hair (not at the roots) and work your way down to the ends. Comb conditioner completely through the hair. Apply an additional helping of conditioner to the hair’s ends, as they are the most dry and porous. Allow the conditioner to penetrate. Rinse well.
Additional Conditioning Tips:
Add an extra helping of your favorite natural oil (sweet almond, coconut, or jojoba) to with our Coconut Sublime conditioner. Mix well. Apply a nice coat of your conditioner concoction to your hair, comb through. Cover with plastic cap. Allow conditioner to penetrate during your shower time. Rinse. Thicker curly hair types: Do not rinse out completely. Leave a slight film of conditioner in your hair. Purchase our Microhaircap for just $22. This portable invention allows you to do chores, check email, etc. while conditioning at the same time. You no longer have to sit under a hot hard hood dryer, or go to a salon for a deep treatment...do it yourself for a fraction of the cost! Deep condition your curly hair at least once a month. Comb a coat of conditioner through your locks. Cover with plastic cap.
Use a daily leave in treatment (e.g. Curls and Curly Q’s moisturizer) to protect the hair from environmental elements. This helps prevent the hair from drying out from season to season.
Curl Maintenance
Maintaining luscious curls is no easy task. Varying climates, temperatures, activities, stress levels, etc. can all affect the appearance of your curly hair. Let’s face it…curly hair is temperamental. Over conditioning and product build up can weigh down the hair, rendering it lifeless. What’s the key? A regular hair care regime (including diet, exercise, and vitamins), proper upkeep, and the right products.
Curl Maintenance Tips:
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Nothing is more unattractive then sparse, stringy ends, especially on girls/women with curly hair. Regular trims should be a part of your hair care regimen. Curly hair should be trimmed at least every 3 months. Don’t just trust anyone with your gorgeous locks. Ensure that your stylist is familiar with styling and cutting curly hair.
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Heat things up a bit! Give yourself a deep treatment once a month with Curl Ecstasy Hair Tea conditioner…especially during the cold weather and hot summer days. Harsh temperatures contribute to dry, brittle hair. Counter it with a little heat. The heat opens up the inner cortex and penetrates the hair shaft. The conditioning oil strengthens the hair shaft and lubricates dry, itchy scalps. When you rinse out the oil, the shaft closes and locks in moisture. A must for curly hair!
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Give your hair a break! Refresh your dry, unmanageable curls with a touch of essential oils. Pomegranate, avocado, jojoba, coconut, and olive oil are great moisturizers. Shampoo and condition hair. Apply oil of your choice. Gently comb oils through hair. Fine hair - use less oil, to your liking. Medium/coarse hair - use more oil, to your liking. Wear hair in protective style (e.g. bun) for 24 hours. You will find that your curls are soft, revived, and more manageable your next shampoo!
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TIP #1: Mix three parts Curl Soufflé or Curly Q's Custard per 1 part of our pure Pomegranate seed oil for extra sheen + a soft, natural hold! Great idea for dry, curly hair.
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CAUTION: Avoid products that contain mineral and/or petrolatum oil as an ingredient. Do not use products with these ingredients for your curly hair or scalp. Both of these synthetic oils coat and suffocate the hair shaft blocking moisture out. Further, they clog pores in your scalp and can retard hair growth. Read your labels. Remember, the ingredients are listed in order of volume.
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TIP #2: For kinky, curly hair that tends to "get big" or "poof" when let down, condition rinse, moisturize with Moist Curls moisturizer (Curly Q's) or Quenched Curls moisturizer (CURLS) mixed with our pure Pomegranate seed oil, separate into 4-8 sections, apply Curly Q Milkshake or Curls Milkshake on each section, smooth hair and edges with your boar brush (this will make the hair look less poofy once dried) braid each section and allow the hair to air dry. Once dry (will take several hours – best time to do so is early evening until the next morning) remove braids...refresh with a little moisturizer and go!
From Curly to Straight!
Looking for a Heat Protectant Styler? Curl Euphoria Elixir Meets the Challenge!
Our very own CURLS Tester, Kindra Perry, shows us how to use Curl Euphoria Elixir to create silky straight tresses.
Now, I just LOVE her natural curls! I love my natural curls too...but every once in a while a curly girl longs for change.
Curl Euphoria Elixir is the perfect heat protectant for curly girls going straight!
Learn How Kindra Goes from Curly to Straight!
After air-drying my hair, I lightly blow-dry (using a lower seating). Just enough to get rid of some of the dampness and make my hair into sort of a straighter afro. Then I proceed to heat-style. Using a ceramic iron, I apply Curl Euphoria Elixir to each section of hair, and then apply a little more to each individual section before straigthening. When done, I wrap my hair in a satin triangle (scarf). When I am ready to take my hair down, I use a paddle brush and shake for volume!
Violla!
