There is something absolutely mesmerising about thick, curly, coiled hair. Its spontaneity and independence seldom acquiesce to societal pressures.
However, what most admirers of curly hair do not realise is that it is also one of the most difficult hair types in terms of maintenance. Those thick locks are easily prone to breakage and dryness, and as such, call for a long-drawn hair care routine.
Do you also have wild, curly hair that needs to be tamed? Better yet, use these hair care tips by Femica India and give those locks their wings to fly!
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1. Do Not Wash Your Hair Too Often
When it comes to a curly hair girl, dermatologists recommend hair-washing only when needed. Excessive washing can not only make those locks hard to manage but it can also lead to dryness and frizziness.
Unlike straight or wavy hair, naturally curly hair does not need water daily. Most women with this hair type can maintain optimal scalp health with once-a-week washing. Even then, Femica recommends that you avoid applying too much shampoo or conditioner (choose natural products).
If your hair is both thick and long, divide it into sections and clean it. This prevents tangling and breakage. Also, consider using a shower cap on days you’re not washing your hair.
2. Keep Your Hair Adequately Moisturised
A curly hair girl usually has a tougher time keeping her hair adequately moisturised. Also, curly hair products will also vary from other hair types.
For instance – Femica suggests you look for a conditioner that consists of argan oil, stearyl alcohol, or glycerine. Also, apply the conditioner not just on your hair strands but even on the scalp. In case of heavy tangling issues, apply conditioner even before shampooing.
And after taking a shower, apply oil for additional moisture. You can even invest in a curly hair cream that provides moisture to the hair follicles.
Product Description : The curl quenching hair butter is made solely to solve all the styling problems of curly hair. You just have to use this on your detangle wet hair and voila, you have shiny, bouncy and friendly curls ready. You can use this daily or whenever you feel like styling your curls up.
How to use : Apply a coin sized amount of our new styling hair butter on soaking wet or damp hair to lock in moisture and revive dehydrated dry curls. Rake it through your hair section by section, or use praying hands motion. This butter is moisture rich, and has enough slip/hold to work as a one and done. Style away from roots to avoid product buildup. Use a styling brush for more definition. Pair with our Curl Quenching Gelly, or our defining hair gel for frizz free results.
Benefits of using this product : HYDRATE THIRSTY CURLS: If your curls/waves crave moisture, we have you covered. Our curl quenching hair butter is a delicious mix of lightweight butters like Tucuma Butter, and strengthening agents like Flax Seed, and best of all, it has NO silicones, mineral oils, waxes or parabens.
VEGAN + CRUELTY FREE: Our hair butter is vegan! Using only plant powered ingredients, and butters, we ensure you use the best for your hair and the best for your planet.
SUITABLE FOR ALL HAIR TYPES: Wavy, curly, or straight, our hair butter is perfect to make a sleek bun, protect your curls, use as a leave in before styling, or just as a protectant before heat styling too! This multi use butter is lightweight, and super hydrating.
HEAL DAMAGED HAIR: Heal any type of damage! Colour, keratin, smoothening, heat and bleach damage can be healed with our hair butter. Use this every 2 days on damp/wet hair as a sealant, and watch it protect and nourish your damaged hair.
Product Ingredient : Water (Aqua), Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Extract, Salvia Hispanica(Chia) Seed Extract, Behetrimonium Methosulfate & Quatrernium 87 & Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Panthenol, Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond Oil), Caprylhydroxamic Acid & Caprylyl Glycol & Glycerin, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Camellia Sinesis Leaf Extract, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, PEG/PPG 8/3 Dilsostearate, Astrocaryum Vulgare Kernel Oil, & Tocopherol, Olea Europea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Euterpe Oleracea (Acai) Fruit Oil, Mauritia Flexuosa (Buriti) Fruit Oil, Fragrance, Polyquaternium 73.
Shelf Life : 36 months
Country of Origin : India
Brand Name : Fix My Curls
3. Take Special Care of Your Scalp
It is true that curly hair does not require frequent washing. However, the downside to this is that such hair becomes prone to dandruff issues. This happens due to the overproduction of your scalp’s natural oils.
Product Description : Our cleansing shampoo is a mild sulphate free cleanser that rids your scalp of buildup without stripping it of any natural oils. With a powerful trio like coconut extract, tea tree and apple cider vinegar, your scalp will feel clean and balanced like never before.
How to use : Use our cleansing shampoo as your first step, 2 3 times a week or whenever your curls need to hit the restart button. Massage 2 3 pumps/squeeze of this on your scalp, and as you rinse it off let it soak your lengths and cleanse them gently. Do not rub the shampoo all over your hair in an attempt to keep them clean, shampoo is best used on your scalp and root area, the rest of your hair washes itself during rinsing!
Benefits of using this product :
REMOVE BUILDUP AND CLEANSE: Our cleansing shampoo is a mild sulphate free cleanser that rids your scalp of buildup without stripping it of any natural oils. With a powerful trio like coconut extract, tea tree and apple cider vinegar, your scalp will feel clean and balanced like never before.
CLEAN, SOFT & HYDRATED CURLS: Our formulation has no harsh sulphates, and because it is so mild it is perfect for curly/wavy hair that needs special care.
Product Ingredient : Water (Aqua), Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Cocamidopropyl PG Dimonium Chloride Phosphate, Cocamidopropyl PG Dimonium Chloride, Panthenol, Polyquaternium 7, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Cetrimonium Chloride, Polyquaternium 73, Fragrance, Vinegar, Disodium EDTA, Olea Europaea (Olive) Oil, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Polyquaternium 10, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil.
Shelf Life : 36 months
Country of Origin : India
Brand Name : Fix My Curls
To avoid this from happening, invest in a good curly hair shampoo exclusively designed for dandruff control. Start by applying the shampoo only to your scalp first. Leave it on for 2 to 10 minutes before rinsing it off.
For the remaining hair (strands), use a moisturising shampoo for curly hair so that it does not dry out easily.
4. Use a Proper Comb
Another answer on how to take care of hair that is all curly, wild, and prone to frizz is to use the right comb. In most cases, curly hair women find wide-toothed combs to be more suitable because they will prevent damage to hair follicles.
Neem is a wonder plant and known for its therapeutic properties and provides a natural effect with every stroke. This well-balanced fine-toothed wood comb reduces hair fall, removes dandruff and itchy scalp problems. Do not damage your hair like plastic combs. As you comb by using this neem comb, the natural oils from your scalp coat your hair shaft down to the ends. Wooden hair combs help to distribute oil from your scalp to your hair. Round teeth widths provide the ultimate versatility in styling. Whether you have thin, thick, curly, coarse, or dense hair, this hair comb will glide easily through your hair. This is a perfect product, you can only gift it to your loved ones.
How to Use: Gently press against the scalp and comb through the scalp and comb through from scalp to tips of hair. Do not put a lot of pressure onto your scalp as it can cause damage.
Benefits: This Neem Comb by Vedic Naturals is made with 100% real Neem wood and is pure and organic.
This Neem Comb by Vedic Naturals is soaked in neem oil and coconut oil to let the beneficial nutrients of these oils get absorbed in the comb.
This Neem Comb stimulates the scalp by activating hair follicles and increases blood circulation that helps in reducing hair fall and promotes hair growth
This Neem Comb helps in reducing damage to minimal as it does not create any static energy unlike plastic combs that lets to tangling and hairfall
All the oil used to pre-soak the neem comb are 100% natural and organic. ZERO Paraffin & Mineral Oils. ZERO chemicals & preservatives.
Ingredient: 100% Natural Neem Wood Comb
Shelf Life: 36 Months
Country of Origin: India
Brand: Vedic Naturals
Also, an ideal comb for curly hair would be one that is made of wood, preferably need wood. This is because other materials (especially plastic) will dry out your hair further. So, to provide the delicate care needed for your gorgeous locks, a wide-toothed wooden comb is among the must-have curly hair products in India.
5. Care for Your Hair While Sleeping
Women with all hair types are recommended to not sleep with their hair open. However, Femica believes this step is the most important for curly hair women. Given the irregular hair texture prone to tangling, always sleep with a bun on the top of your head (which resembles a pineapple) or a loose braid.
This hair care tip will help preserve your curls and even reduce friction when you lay your head on the pillow.
6. Limit Heat Styling
There is no problem with curly hair women using heat styling tools. However, high heat can destroy the texture of natural curls. This will make your hair lifeless and dull-looking.
To preserve that, Femica recommends you limit hair styling (especially using high heat) and use a heat protectant spray whenever you style. You can also use a diffuser to protect your natural, curly locks.
Femica India Will Take Care of Your Curls!
Protecting your natural curls becomes easier with Femica India. Find a wide range of Femica hair care products that will give your curls the love they deserve.
Invest in products like curly hair cream, styling gels, and scalp moisturisers that keep your curls intact. So, what are you waiting for? Invest in the Femica hair care products today!
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FAQs
1. Does the weather affect curly hair?
Yes! Curly hair is most affected by humidity. However, dry weather further dries out the hair strands. So, during dry weather, ensure you use a heavier conditioner. Under humid conditions, use a holding gel or diffuser that helps your hair dry faster.
2. What are some products to avoid using on curly hair?
Since curly hair thrives on lots of moisture, a curly hair girl should abstain from all kinds of hair-drying products. These include sulphates and silicones. Also, high heat and harsh chemicals (bleach, dyes) are also bad for your hair.
3. What are some essential curly hair tools to have?
A woman with naturally curly hair should have the following in her tool set – a wide-toothed comb, wooden comb, a satin scarf or pillowcase to sleep, a microfiber towel to dry, coil hair ties, and a scalp massager.
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