HOW TO CARE FOR WAVY HAIR
If you’re lucky enough to have naturally wavy hair, you’re probably the envy of everyone around you. Naturally wavy hair has beautiful volume and texture—two things other hair types long for. But whether you embrace your beachy waves or go for a sleek, straight look, you likely battle frizz like your curly-haired sisters.
Wavy hair is neither as coarse and dry as curly hair types nor as fine and oily as straight hair. Knowing your hair type can help you choose the right products to keep your waves soft and luscious. Read on for our top tips on how to care for wavy hair.
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5 Tips for Caring for Wavy Hair
1. Find a Shampoo for Curly Hair.
Overwashing curly hair can strip away the natural oils your hair needs to stay shiny and healthy-looking. Because curly and wavy hair is naturally drier than straight hair, shampooing once a week is enough to clean without stripping away too much moisture. When you do shampoo, use a shampoo for curly hair with a gentle and hydrating frizz-fighting formula.
2. Condition—A LOT!
Look for a thick, deeply curl-defining conditioner infused with hydrating oils and other moisturizing ingredients like glycerin. Apply conditioner both before and after shampooing to soften and detangle your curls. On no ‘poo days, refresh your curls by just using conditioner in the shower.
3. Deep Condition Often.
Skipping the shower today? Work in a nourishing, frizz-fighting hair oil on dry hair to keep your curls feeling soft and hydrated without losing their bounce. Try a smoothing hair mask once a week for extra dry, frizzy curls.
4. Strike a Balance Between Moisture and Strength.
As important as it is to keep your wavy hair hydrated, it is important to protect your hair’s strength, structure, and elasticity. When looking for products for your wavy hair, look for formulas that contain vital nutrients and silk proteins. These formulas are known to strengthen and define your curls.
5. Lay off the Heat.
When it comes to hair, heat equals dryness and damage. And as we’ve learned, curly hair is already dry by nature. Instead of using heat tools, rely on curl-defining products like air dry wave foam for your hair. And if you must blow dry, use a diffuser on the lowest setting to disperse the heat and minimize friction. When you shower, rinse your locks with cool water to seal the cuticle and lock in moisture.
