Everybody is born different and everybody has their own unique look, when it comes to hair some people are graced with straight hair and some with curly, others with wavy hair, furthermore everyone has a unique hair color and texture.

When it comes to hair care, the type and natural texture of your hair is the deciding factor. Straight hair usually doesn’t require much maintenance or time. But curly hair does.

If you have natural curls then it’s easier to care for your curls as opposed to someone who has got parlor curls done.

Parlor made curls make the hair rough and strip the hair of its natural shine. This is why there are special hair care products available in the market for parlor treated hair. The key is to add more moisture to the hair with specially formulated shampoos and conditioners so that the hair retains some of its health.

Do read the tips below to care for your curls:

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Limit the number of times you shampoo / condition your hair

Although shampooing the hair regular is a basic hygiene requirement, if you have curly hair you should limit shampooing your hair to once maybe twice a week. And when you do shampoo your hair you should use a lot of conditioner so that it stays smooth and silky for longer periods of time. Always remember that shampooing though necessary strips the hair of its natural oils. So one shouldn’t shampoo their hair too often…

Apply serum once you shampoo

There are a host of serums and hair lotions available in the market that allows you to maintain your curls. Choose a well known brand that allows you to leave in the serum for the whole day, this way your hair will get extra nourishment for longer time.

Comb your hair right

Thin combs are usually not advisable for people with curly hair because it results in faster hair damage and breakage. If you have curly hair its best to use wide toothed brushes or combs that can help avoid hair breakage.

Avoid tying your hair with tight rubber bands when you sleep

It’s important to maintain the curls in your hair. Most times people with straight hair pin their hair up when they sleep to avoid getting tangles. But in case of curly hair, it ruins the shape of the curls if tied tight. It’s therefore better to bunch up the hair or tie it with a loose kerchief to it doesn’t lose its shape and doesn’t tangle.

Curly hair tends to frizz

Freshly washed curly hair tends to frizz. Dry / cold weather also makes curly hair look frizzy. To avoid this, it’s best to let the hair dry naturally after a head wash and not with the help of a towel, hair dryer. You could apply a little hair oil before or even after a head bath to reduce the extent of the frizz after a wash.

Curly hair tangles easily

The sad part of those beautiful curls is that they can tangle pretty easily. So how does one avoid these tangles? It’s simple. All you have to do is moisturize your hair as much as possible. Stick to shampooing it not more than twice a week but moisturize it more often. You can apply a moisturizer to wet hair and then wash it off without using a shampoo. This helps to keep the curls smooth thus helping you avoid getting tangles as easily or frequently.

Although curls require a little more attention and care, they are quite a fun hair type to have! It gives people a cute and fun loving look. There are also various hair styles one can experiment with when they have curly hair. When you think of experimenting with different styles, make sure you don’t overdo it otherwise it could affect your beautiful curls.