![]() Curls hold great in dirty hair thanks to the natural oils on your scalp and the texture. If you want curls for your weekend fun, keep from washing your hair for 2 to 3 days, depending on how greasy it gets. Let’s break all this down, shall we? ▪ Skip washing your hair to get even better results You’ll basically do the same things but in short: So how do you get your hair to hold a curl when it’s dry and straight? Ok, so let’s say you may have washed your hair yesterday, and there’s no sense in washing it again. How to prep your hair to hold a curl when it’s unwashed Go with light to medium hold to avoid looking crispy. Like Justin Timberlake’s famous ramen-noodle-style hair in the 90s. Texture is what makes curls so spray and scrunch! If you don’t have one, you can still achieve the look. You don’t have to use a curling wand, but I do recommend it. Which is better? You should check out my post on that to find out! Then you can wrap them with a curling iron or wand. Work from the underside to the top, this method is even backed by science. And there are curls! Yay! Once every bit of it is dry, most of your hair in sections that are one to two inches in size with hairspray. ▪ Add hair spray to your dry hair for extra texture This will encourage it to get wavy and curly. In fact, get wild with it and tousle it as you dry it. You can also flip it around with your hands. I recommend forgetting everything you normally do to your hair and grabbing a diffuser to attach to your blow dryer. ![]() ▪ Don’t go with the hairdryer all the way in And considering you’ll be using mousse which has alcohol in it on your hair for curls, you desperately need a heat protection spray. A 2011 study, confirmed that if you don’t protect your hair, you’ll damage. No matter how you ever style your hair, you never ever EVER should use heat styling without some type of hair protection. You’ll want to work it in from top to bottom. That texture is essential to keeping your curls. The magic of mousse stems from the fact that it has alcohol in it, and according to research short-chain alcohols have a higher water absorption rate, so if the mousse you’re using contains ethanol, SD alcohol, SD alcohol 40, denatured alcohol, Propanol, Propyl alcohol, or Isopropyl alcohol your hair is going to take better hold. It should resemble a baseball or even a bit bigger than that for long hair. You want to apply a lot of it, and generally, when you have a big wad of it in your hands, that’s perfect. Your hair needs texture and grit to lock a curl into a secure place and according to a 2015 study, using conditioner, will decrease friction and minimize frizz not allowing your hair to hold curls. Your straight hair won’t hold curls if it’s too slippery. When you skip the conditioner in the shower. Use lots of hairspray ▪ Skip conditioner in the showerīelieve it or not, your best curls will all begin while you’re still in the shower.Here’s what to do to hold a curl fresh from the shower. But that’s where you always fall into trouble every time getting the curl to stay in your hair. Of course, you’ll want to look and smell your best, so a shower is in order. Got a hot date tonight and want to really make an impression? Your hair will speak volumes for you when you have it curled and wild. Whether you’re working with fully natural hair or extensions, keep reading to get those long-lasting curls you want! How to prep your hair to hold a curl when it’s freshly washed And, I’m going to teach you how to make it last. If you have had trouble locking curls into your luscious locks, it’s time to get that sassy, sexy, and beautiful bounce of curls in your hair. Unwashed hair can get you even better results, as you can add texture to it using dry shampoo. To get your hair to hold a curl right after a shower, you’ll want to avoid using conditioner and opt for mousse, then apply heat protection and the right drying technique. ![]() But every time you curl your hair, it never holds. For girls with straight hair, the allure of curls brings on envy.
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