Encourage natural curls

Natural curls have a unique beauty. Whether you are blessed with a wild mane of curls or soft waves, the right care and techniques can make your curls shine. Stimulating your natural curls starts with a healthy lifestyle and the use of suitable hair care products. In this blog, we will give you simple tips and methods to strengthen and define your curls. 

Healthy food for strong curls

Healthy eating plays a major role in the health of your hair. What you eat can have a direct impact on the growth and strength of your curls. By choosing foods that are rich in vitamins and minerals, you give your hair the boost it needs to stay healthy.

Nutrients That Boost Curls

A balanced diet contributes to healthy hair growth and can help keep your curls bouncy and shiny. Nutrients like vitamins A, C, and E, and omega-3 fatty acids, keep your hair healthy and shiny. These nutrients help produce natural oils that moisturize and protect your hair.

• Vitamin A: Promotes the production of sebum, a natural oil that keeps your scalp healthy. Found in sweet potatoes, carrots and spinach.
• Vitamin C: Helps produce collagen, which stimulates hair growth. Found in citrus fruits, strawberries and peppers.
• Vitamin E: Protects hair from damage and promotes healthy blood circulation in the scalp. Found in nuts, seeds and avocados.
• Omega-3 fatty acids: Promotes faster hair growth and keeps your hair hydrated. Found in oily fish, flaxseed and walnuts.

Choosing the right hair care products

In addition to getting the right nutrients, you also need to care for your hair with the right hair care products. Choose products that are specifically designed for curly hair. Curly hair requires more nourishment, retains its shape through lots of hydration and requires heavier products than straight hair.

Choose natural products

Natural hair care products are free from harsh chemicals that can dry out and damage your hair. Instead, they contain ingredients that are gentle on your hair and scalp, such as coconut oil, argan oil, and shea butter. These natural oils and butters nourish deep into your hair, leaving it soft and easy to style.

Recommended products for curly hair

• Sulfate-free shampoos: Sulfates and curls are not friends. Sulfates strip your hair of its natural oils, leaving it dry and frizzy. Go for a sulfate-free shampoo that cleanses your hair without drying it out.
• Deep conditioner: A good one deep conditioner helps to hydrate and strengthen your curls. 
• Leave-in conditioner: A leave in conditioner helps define and protect your curls from daily damage. A good leave-in conditioner keeps curls hydrated and radiant for a long time. 
• Styling gel or cream: To give your curls more shape and prevent them from frizzing, use a styling gel of curl creamr. These products keep your curls in place without weighing them down.

Styling tips for beautiful curls

To have radiant curls every day, it is important to use the right styling techniques. With the right approach, your curls will get more definition, the curl shape will become stronger and it will be less frizzy.

Techniques to define curls

• Comb with a wide-toothed comb: Use a wide-toothed comb or your fingers to detangle your hair while it is wet. This will help remove tangles without damaging your curls. 
• Kneading curls: After applying a leave-in conditioner or styling product, scrunch your curls up toward your scalp. This process, also known as scrunching, helps define your curls and gives them more bounce.
• Using the diffuser: Use a diffuser attachment on your blow dryer to dry your curls without disturbing them. Set the dryer to a low heat setting and blow dry your hair with gentle, upward strokes to minimize frizz.

Note: Never brush your hair when it is dry, this causes a lot of frizz and takes the shape out of the hair.

Avoiding common styling mistakes

• Using too much heat: Heat can damage and dry out your curls. Use a blow dryer, curling iron or flat iron sparingly and always use it with a heat protection product.
• Washing too often: Washing too often strips away natural oils, making your curls dry and frizzy. Try not to wash your hair more than two to three times a week. You can use conditioner more often. Just make sure to only add it to the bottom of your hair.
• Ignore product build-up: Styling product buildup can weigh down and dull your curls. Use a cleansing shampoo to remove product residues.

Visit the hairdresser regularly

For a beautiful head of curls you have to go to the hairdresser regularly. The hairdresser cuts the ends and adds layers to the hair to make it less heavy. It is certainly possible to have long curly hair, with the right care and regular visits to the hairdresser you can have long curly hair.

Benefits of Cutting Split Ends 

Trimming your split ends regularly removes damaged ends. These split ends can then not spread upwards and cause further damage to your hair. In addition, your curls will look fresh and bouncy again after a trim.

How often should I cut my curls?

How often you should cut your curls depends on your hair type and the condition of your curls. In general, it is recommended to schedule a visit to the hairdresser every 6 to 8 weeks. If you notice that your curls develop split ends more quickly or look dull more quickly, you can choose to cut more often. Always follow the advice of an experienced curly hair stylist. 

Start boosting your curls today

For a head of radiant curls, a combination of the right nutrition, carefully chosen hair care products, effective styling techniques and regular haircuts is essential. By investing in your hair and giving it the attention it deserves, you can enjoy beautiful, healthy and bouncy curls. Experiment with different tips and treatments to find what works best for your unique hair. With the right care and attention, your curls will shine like never before!