Before you start anything, you need to get your hair in great condition. It needs lots and lots of moisture. Don't shampoo everyday. Try to shampoo just 2 or 3 times a week, or every other day at most. Shampoo can dry out your hair. Use a thick moisturizing conditioner every time you wash your hair, whether or not you shampoo. Use a deep conditioner every couple of weeks, at least.
Once you have finished washing and conditioning your hair, rinse it in the shower with the coldest water you can stand. If you can't stand cold water in the shower, use a pitcher of cold water, bend over the shower, or pour it over your hair when you are finished with the water.
When you use cold water, the cuticles of your hair will be sealed keeping the moisture in. Also, keep your shower from getting too hot and steamy because steam can open up the cuticle. At least get out of the bathroom ASAP of you must have steam.
Next, you will need to apply the products to your hair. Don't squeeze the water out of your hair yet, keep it sopping wet. This will make sure the products are evenly distributed throughout your hair.
You can use any product, but I recommend beginning with a leave-in conditioner. There are two ways to do this. You can use a specified leave-in conditioner, or you can keep in or add a little more of your regular conditioner. Experiment to get the right amount for your hair. Use more for longer hair.
Put the conditioner in your hands, coat your hands, and comb your fingers through your hair evenly distributing it throughout your hair. Try to concentrate it more on the ends because the ends are always the driest. Next, you can add in your other products. I suggest using a light curling gel for hold but without crunch.
You could also try a mousse and/or de-frizz serum. Use whatever works for you. After you have all the product in, scrunch your hair towards your head. Instead of wringing out your hair, use this to release the water. This scrunching will also help encourage the curls.
Now use a towel to continue scrunching your hair and let out the rest of the water. Air dry your curls for best results. If you need it dry faster, use a diffuser on a low cool setting for a few minutes. Don't brush or comb it. Use clips or pins for the style you want. - 15995
Once you have finished washing and conditioning your hair, rinse it in the shower with the coldest water you can stand. If you can't stand cold water in the shower, use a pitcher of cold water, bend over the shower, or pour it over your hair when you are finished with the water.
When you use cold water, the cuticles of your hair will be sealed keeping the moisture in. Also, keep your shower from getting too hot and steamy because steam can open up the cuticle. At least get out of the bathroom ASAP of you must have steam.
Next, you will need to apply the products to your hair. Don't squeeze the water out of your hair yet, keep it sopping wet. This will make sure the products are evenly distributed throughout your hair.
You can use any product, but I recommend beginning with a leave-in conditioner. There are two ways to do this. You can use a specified leave-in conditioner, or you can keep in or add a little more of your regular conditioner. Experiment to get the right amount for your hair. Use more for longer hair.
Put the conditioner in your hands, coat your hands, and comb your fingers through your hair evenly distributing it throughout your hair. Try to concentrate it more on the ends because the ends are always the driest. Next, you can add in your other products. I suggest using a light curling gel for hold but without crunch.
You could also try a mousse and/or de-frizz serum. Use whatever works for you. After you have all the product in, scrunch your hair towards your head. Instead of wringing out your hair, use this to release the water. This scrunching will also help encourage the curls.
Now use a towel to continue scrunching your hair and let out the rest of the water. Air dry your curls for best results. If you need it dry faster, use a diffuser on a low cool setting for a few minutes. Don't brush or comb it. Use clips or pins for the style you want. - 15995
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