Anyone with curly hair knows that summer can be the best or the worst time for curls. It's no joke. The warm weather means easy breezy wash and go' moments, but the heat and the humidity can mean dry, brittle, and many times frizzy tresses. But that doesn't mean you can't be living your best curly hair life this summer. You know, like the gorgeous curly-haired girls on Instagram. Whether you got curls, waves, or kinky coils, here's a list of tips and products that will keep your beautiful head of hair looking right all season long!
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Start with the scalp.
The key to a head full of healthy hair is a healthy scalp. The DevaCurl BuildUp Buster ($28) is a micellar water cleansing serum that gently removes product buildup, dirt, and excess oil from your scalp, leaving it healthier and your curls bouncier.
Don’t forget to exfoliate.
Exfoliating your scalp at least once a week helps to loosen flaky buildup. Try Kiehl’s Deep Micro-Exfoliating Scalp Treatment ($20).
Don’t shampoo.
Curly hair girls don’t use shampoos, they use cleansing conditioners. These things cleanse your scalp and hair while leaving it conditioned and nourished. Try DevaCurl No-Poo Original ($10). It’s a cult favorite for a reason.
Do a mask treatment.
You want to make sure you’re applying a deep conditioning hair mask to your hair at least once a week. Apply from roots to ends, cover with a plastic shower cap, and leave on for 15 to 30 minutes. I highly recommend The Mane Choice Green Tea & Carrot Deep Strengthening & Restorative Mask Treatment ($18). It not only hydrates and moisturizes curls, but it’s loaded with biotin to help promote growth and prevent breakage.
Get a root stimulator.
To help sustain renewal and growth of healthy curls, opt for a nourishing root stimulator like SheaMoisture Bamboo Extract & Maca Root Resilient Growth Root Stimulator ($11). Apply to roots and massage in for a minute or two before styling.
Use a leave-in conditioner.
Healthy curly hair calls for loads of hydrated. A leave-in conditioner is a must-have. Try Cantu Argan Oil Leave-In Conditioning Repair Cream ($6).
Try a styling mousse.
For fine to medium curls or waves, you want to opt for foam-based mousse product that’s going to create definition without weighing your hair down. Try SheaMoisture Fruit Fusion Coconut Water Weightless Styling Mousse ($11). It works magic.
Get yourself a curl cream.
If you’re looking for a strong hold without the crunch, try a hydrating but textured curl cream, like Curl Souffle Curl Cream ($16). Perfect for thicker textures.
Try a jelly formula.
Everyone is raving about the new Ouai Curl Jelly ($26). That’s because this gel-oil hydrates hair, defines curls, adds shine and maintains hold all without weighing your hair down. Apparently it works on all curl patterns, from loose waves, to medium and tight curls!
Do a protein treatment.
To help rebuild dry, brittle strands, prevent breakage, and maintain strength, try applying a protein treatment to curls at least once a month. This restore hair from any damage whether from heat styling, chemical processing or environmental aggressors. Try Madam C.J. Walker Wonderful Pre-Wash Protein Treatment ($32).
Invest in an edge cream.
The edge struggle is real. Look for a lightweight pomade that’s going to help tame those pesky baby hairs. Try Mixed Chicks Slick Styling Tamer ($6).
Take your hair vitamins.
For healthy hair on the outside, you need to be healthy on the inside. Look for a dietary supplement that’s loaded with biotin, vitamin C, folic acid, zinc, and other vitamins that help promote long, thick healthy hair. Try The Mane Choice Manetabolism Plus Vitamins ($72). I recommend starting with their 3-month supply.
