Care for curly hair: the choice of tools, the rules of drying and styling

Curly hair - the decoration of any girl, but they need special care. It is necessary to take into account their features and properly implement the procedure, following the advice of specialists.

By their nature, curly hair has some characteristics that cause such phenomena as dryness and brittleness, a tendency to fluffiness, a complex process of combing. Similar care difficulties arise from special structure of the hair shafts. Natural properties can lead to dandruff, tangled curls, section ends.

To curly hair was healthy from the inside and looked attractive from the outside, you need to take care of proper care for them. To do this, you need to familiarize yourself with all the subtleties and nuances of dealing with porous curly curls.

Care activities include several stages.

It is no secret that the health and appearance of curls largely depends on the choice of shampoo, conditioner, mask and other care products. First of all, when buying detergents and caring compositions it is important to pay attention to the compatibility of chemical components with the structure of the hair itself and with their general condition, with the type of skin of the head.

So, often girls with curly locks prefer rulers that are specifically designed and manufactured for curly hair. However, this approach is allowed to apply only if your hair is completely healthy.

If curls have any flaws, then you should be more careful about the selection of chemical compounds. If the curls are dry and need additional hydration, then you need to choose shampoos, which in their composition will contain components such as lotus extract, witch hazel, cornflower, licorice. And also should pay attention to the means of coconut and jojoba.

If you consider hair thinning to be flawed, then you need to take care of strengthening and protecting it. Such functions can provide compounds with horseradish, sage and papain. However, at the same time, it is worth noting that you cannot buy and use funds that guarantee an increase in volume. The fact is that Such chemical complexes have a negative effect on the internal structure of the hair, so the curls become more fragile. Thus, you can pretty much harm your hair.

If we talk about balms, masks and conditioners, it is important to remember that these funds should provide nutrition to the hair. These products should saturate the hair with useful mineral and organic substances. In addition, balms, masks and conditioners should provide regeneration functions, as well as moisturize the scalp.

The choice of shampoo and care products, although important, does not provide complete care. It is also important to carry out the washing procedure correctly.First of all, all owners of curly hair should take into account the fact that daily washing is not recommended. Such an approach can cause a washout of the protective layer. If you are looking for a more optimal schedule, then 2-3 procedures per week will be sufficient.

And it is also important to remember that Shampoo should be applied only to the root zone. In the course of 1 washing, it is necessary to carry out 2 procedures of applying and washing off the shampoo. The opposite situation should occur in relation to conditioners, balms and other care products: they need to be applied to the entire length of the hair. It is also important to read the instructions on the packages: Depending on the instructions, different care products must be washed off or left on the hair until completely absorbed.

The use of care products is a desirable, but optional factor. However, if you decide to use any balms or conditioners, then you should prefer proven brands, who have a good reputation, and their products - high quality. It is advisable to apply shampoo and care products of the same brand.

At the end of the washing procedure, you cannot immediately comb your hair: you need to wait for the moment when they are completely dry. To get rid of excessive moisture, curls can be gently blot dry towel. However, do not rub them. Besides, do not go to bed with a wet head. If you soaked your hair, swimming in the pool or the sea, then they must be rinsed with fresh water.

Preference should be given to the natural drying of hair in the open air. It is necessary to avoid the use of hair dryers and other devices that have a thermal effect on the hair. If you want to reduce drying time, then you need to apply the combined method. To do this, the ends of the hair should be blotted with a towel and squeezed, and the root of the hair can be dried with a hairdryer with the obligatory use of thermal protective care products (sprays, foams).

As for combing, for this procedure you need to use not a massage comb, and a comb-comb. The teeth of the comb must be large and infrequent: thus, when combing the hair, you do not damage the structure of the curls.

Today, the market of cosmetics presents a huge number of compositions from various brands. Consider the best brands that produce products for curls.

As for shampoos, among all brands should be such brands as Estelle and Kapous. It is important to remember that Preference should be given to products that do not contain sulfates. On the other hand, the presence of various vegetable oils (almond, grape seed, olive) that will make hair silky will be useful. For strengthening, you can use the complexes with sage, cornflower, ginger, and to moisturize and give elasticity - with collagen and keratin.

For the restoration of curls and regular use, it is advised to use Estel's brand for curly hair. This tool is made on the basis of fruit components. It belongs to the category of luxury, so the average price is about 700 rubles. This fact, many users attribute to the shortcomings, as well as uneconomical consumption. The budget funds are perfectly represented by the Kapous brand. The cost of shampoo - about 300 rubles.

Among air conditioners, a special love among owners of curly hair deserved marks Avalon Organics and Sexy Hair. Both brands offer cosmetics in a fairly high price range. Their cost sometimes exceeds 1,000 rubles. These funds protect curly hair from negative external influences, prevent cross-sectional processes, carry out regeneration processes, form curls.

As masks most often used products Curl Contour and Klorane. The first option is more expensive, the price for it reaches 2,000 rubles, and the second is more affordable, you will get it for 900 rubles. The main purpose of such masks is to ensure smoothness, simplification of the process of combing and styling, food, adding shine.

The main types of salon procedures that are carried out in relation to curly hair, include haircuts, dyeing and the creation of hairstyles. Consider each of the procedures in more detail.

• A haircut. Curly hair should be regularly trimmed. This process will provide overall health to the curls, as well as remove unhealthy hair ends. It should be remembered that all haircuts should be done with the help of hot scissors, which guarantee the soldering of exfoliating flakes.

• Painting. To safely dye your hair, you need to choose a qualitative composition. It is not recommended to use compounds that include ammonia, since this chemical means destroys the most important natural components of the hair, in particular, melanin.

• Creating hairstyles. Especially beautiful on curly hair look hairstyles with the released curls. Natural curly strands add volume to the hairstyle and femininity of its owner. In this regard, one of the most common hairstyles for curly hair is a "French fountain", consisting of braids and loose curly strands.

It is possible to care for curly locks not only with the help of branded means, but also using various folk recipes. Such tools can be prepared at home with their own hands, and because of their naturalness, they are suitable even for a child. One of the most popular homemade masks is a tool made from eggs and honey. To make it you need to take:

• 3 fresh egg yolks (they must first be cooled in the refrigerator);
• 2 tablespoons of honey of any kind;
• 1 tablespoon of sunflower oil;
• 1 tablespoon of castor oil;
• 40 ml ampoule composition.

All components must be thoroughly mixed to a homogeneous mass. After that, the mask must be applied to curly curls, and put a cap on top. Withstand the mask should be about 30 minutes.

Another common home remedy is a gelatin mask. For its manufacture use:

• 30 grams of gelatin, which is filled with water for 30 minutes;
• Add 25 ml of apple cider vinegar to the swollen gelatin;
• 6 drops of almond oil;
• 6 drops of ginseng oil;
• 1 tablespoon olive oil.

The mask should be kept for about 20 minutes. And on the roots of its application is not advised.

The third most popular option - sour cream mask. It includes:

• 20 g of gelatin, which should swell;
• 40 ml of sour cream;
• 1 tablespoon of rye bran;
• 1 tablespoon corn oil.

After applying the mask you need to cover with a hat and hold it on your hair for 30 minutes.

Despite the fact that comprehensive care measures are quite important, daily activities also play a significant role. For example, to collect hair in a bun or ponytail, you should use ribbons rather than hard elastic bands. And also it is worth sticking to some other simple tips:

• to soften the curls, you can use aromatic oils;
• if your hair is oily type, then you should avoid using balms;
• if your hair is too dry, do not forget to use special moisturizing conditioners;
• Do not abuse the creation of tight hair on curly hair: they can cause a violation of the natural structure of the hair;
• in the hot season, avoid direct sunlight on your hair: wear hats and caps;
• If your curls are dyed, use special products for colored hair.

How to properly care for curly and wavy hair, see the following video.