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HOW TO TAKE CARE OF CURLY HAIR

All curls are unique. It might take a little experimentation to find the right curly hair care products that are right for you, and the best routine to keep your curls looking healthy and defined. Here, we’ll help you discover more about what your curls are craving, because we love your best hair days almost as much as you do.

Identify your curl pattern

All curls are between 2A to 4C. The number represents the curl shape and type from 1: straight to 4: coily. The letter represents how tight your curl is from A: a wider and looser curl to C: a tighter curl. If you’re not sure what type(s) of curls you have, check out our guide!

Shampoo your curly hair

Wash day for Type 2 curls might look very different than wash day for Type 4 curls. With Type 2, natural oils move more frequently through your hair, so you may need to wash more often to keep it looking its best. With Type 4, oils move through your hair more slowly, so you can go more days without needing to wash. If your hair’s feeling too oily before wash day, try shortening your time between washes. If it’s still feeling moisturized and not greasy, maybe you can go another day before washing. It’s all about what works for you!

Condition your curly hair

Did you know that certain conditioners have a hard time staying on the curvy parts of the hair? The curlier the hair, the harder conditioners must work to deliver the same benefits, which is one of the reasons why type 4C hair needs a richer conditioner than 2A. Because of this, Aussie has different collections for waves, curls, and coils.

For Waves: Miracle Waves For Curls: Miracle Curls For Coils: Miracle Coils

Styling your curly hair

Understanding the different types of stylers can help you perfect your curly hair routine. While leave-in conditioners and curl creams are good for definition, mousse, gels, and jellies are good for hold. Experiment and mix-and-match with different products and combos to find the stylers that work best for you.

We created Aussie for the love of curls. With some experimentation, and a little help from this guide, you’ll have moisturized, defined, and frizz-free curls. For more tips on perfecting your curly hair routine, click here.

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