Do you have a light blow in your hair or do you want to get more out of your curls? Do you suddenly have much less curls than you always had? There can be many different causes when your curls have disappeared or simply no longer look nice. In this blog we will tell you how to stimulate natural curls .
Do you have natural curls?
Whether you have curly hair theoretically depends on the shape of your hair follicles. Are they oval? Then you have curly hair, but your hair can also have a bit of curly hair, then your hair follicles are slightly oval. Hair follicles can change throughout your life. So did you have curls as a child? Then that does not always mean that you still have these curls at the moment. It often happens that the shape of your hair follicles changes, but it can also happen that certain things influence your hair. Consider the use of contraception; hormones can change your curls. Chemical treatments can also change the hair structure: consider getting a perm or bleaching your hair.
Of course we cannot see the hair follicles. But how do you know if you have curls? You often see this when your hair is damp and there is a light blow to it. In addition, it is useful to use the right tools and hair care to bring out your natural curls .
Caring for natural curls
Proper hair care is a big part of your routine.
To wash
First of all, it is important to thoroughly check the supplies you have at home for your curls. For example, do you use a shampoo with sulphates? Then we advise you to alternate it occasionally with a milder shampoo . A mild shampoo cleans your scalp well and ensures that natural oils are not removed from your scalp. So use a mild or extremely mild shampoo for natural curls, and alternate it occasionally with a deep cleansing shampoo.
To nurse
ALWAYS(!) use a conditioner or mask after using a shampoo. Why? A shampoo causes your hair cuticles to open and your hair may still feel a bit rough. This is not surprising, but always use a conditioner to close your hair cuticles again. The result? Your hair feels soft again. Do you currently have a conditioner that doesn't provide the soft feeling? Then we recommend that you use a different conditioner. Maybe you've been using it for too long and your hair needs something different.
Styling
In addition to the above points, it is very important what you want to achieve with your curls. Because after washing your hair, an important step begins: styling your curls. With the right gel and cream you can style your curls. Basically you're giving them a hand to get into the right shape and make it stay that way. Do you have a looser curl pattern? Then you will notice that you really need to give your hair a helping hand: by scrunching and using a diffuser hair dryer.
Other tips for curls
In addition to proper hair care, it is also very important to go to the hairdresser every now and then. And preferably, a curly hairdresser . A curly hairdresser often cuts on dry hair because this way they can see your curl pattern clearly and know how the curl falls. In addition, your hair grows much better if you go to the hairdresser regularly, i.e. once every 8 weeks.
There are also tools available for curly hair that stimulate natural curls. Because did you know that using a cotton towel can damage your hair? A microfiber towel is a better option; this is gentle on your curls and can dry properly without extreme rough friction like a cotton towel.
Do you brush your hair dry? That's really a no-go for your natural curls. You can brush it, but preferably do this on damp hair that has a conditioner in it. The conditioner provides protection while brushing.
How do you continue with your curls? Read more here or leave a question in the comments.
