6 of the worst things to do to curly hair

If you’ve got a head full of curly strands, you, like Beyoncé here, will know that they can be dry, frizzy and about as obedient as a newborn puppy.
Sometimes taking care of yourself is more about the don’ts than it is the do’s – and if you want to take the best care of your curls, there are a few things you definitely shouldn’t do, not now, not ever – not even one time!
#1: dry comb
Once curly hair dries, the strands become intertwined and harder to separate. To brush your hair effectively, stick to wet combing your hair as the fluidness of your strands will help the comb to glide through without snagging on your hair and causing breakage.
#2: forgetting protection
Heat protection, that is. Curly strands are very defined in the way the hair follicle is structured, so applying heat to the delicate strands can spell disaster, as well as frizz! Use a heat-protecting spray to defend your strands before using heat styling products. This will ensure that the natural wave of your hair is protected and won’t become a frizzy mess post-straighten.
#3: foregoing trims
Forgoing trims is a big mistake – and a major culprit when it comes to dealing with frizzy locks. Regular trims help to stop split ends from travelling up the hair shaft, which can make your hair look haywire and unmanageable.
#4: wet cuts
As you’re probably aware, curly hair has a lot of ‘spring’ to it. This means that cutting it when wet may mean you end up with hair that’s much shorter than you intended. Make sure your hair is completely dry before you or your hairdresser goes anywhere near it with the scissors.
#5: too much shampoo
One of the main reasons some curls can look so perfect and defined is due to the natural oils in your hair. These oils keep the strands nourished, meaning that the internal structure of your hair follicles stays healthy and protected. Using too much shampoo can strip your hair and scalp of these oils and your strands can become dry and frizzy as a result.
#6: leaving hair ‘unsealed’
Nourishing hair oils can work as a sealant for your hair. Failing to use a hair oil means that your hair is left unsealed, meaning it’s more prone to damage from heat styling or environmental factors such as air conditioning and changes in weather.
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After washing , slathering "curl" cream or any king of hair cream in, air drying, braiding, sleeping in braids... love to unravel super smooth defined waves all trough my usually straight fuzzy hair! and only way it works.
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Need to get some kind of curl cream for my little one her her keeps getting frizzy.
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So many great tips for curly hair here. Most I started to learn early but leaving them unsealed is the one that took me really long time to realise.
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I love wearing my hair curly, but it is definitely a lot of work.
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need to invest in a curl cream
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Thanks for the tips! My hair is curly, hard to manage and frizzes easily.
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A good tip I tried was to wash my hair in conditioner. I have done this and it does make a difference. I only do it occasionally as it can cause a build up after a while.
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Great article for curly hair. I always use oil on the ends of my hair every wash. I never blow dry my hair as I end up with a frizzy lions mane regardless of what pre heat product I use - with a diffuser. I never comb my hair when it's dry and sunday is my pamper day for my whole body including my hair. A lot of great advice.
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My hair used to be super curly now its gotten to loose curls and more waves
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I have curly hair and hate it :(
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great article!
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Will pass these tips onto my friend who has unreal curly hair!
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I have super thick, curly hair. Always envied those with lovely wavy hair but have started to embrace my curls in the last couple of years especially since realising how a decent cut (and thinning as well in my case as the thickness started causing neck pain!) ,good oils and mousse and a great de-tangling brush (only ever comb when hair is wet) make a world of difference!
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Definitely recommend doing oil treatments weekly. I do a mix of Bioglan's Coconut Oil and the ExceptionOil by Go-To Skincare in my hair and sleep with it in overnight once a week - my hair has been a lot easier to manage since I've started doing this!
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oops not sure how that ended up submitting twice! Sorry guys not spamming!
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Dry cutting is the way to go for curly hair! I go to Neel in Fitzroy, he has just opened up his curly hair salon, where all he does is cut curly or wavy hair. No colour and other services. Neel loves curls it's called, he is always giving tips for the individual curls each person has.
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Hi, can I have the name of the salon please
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Dry cutting is the way to go for curly hair! I go to Neel in Fitzroy, he has just opened up his curly hair salon, where all he does is cut curly or wavy hair. No colour and other services. Neel loves curls it's called, he is always giving tips for the individual curls each person has.
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I have really straight hair and I'm never going to complain again! This looks like hard work.
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I have wavy hair and yes over shampooing it can spell absolute frizz mania! Great advice!
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great tips, wish my hair wasn't frizzy :(
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Glad mine isn't too bad
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I also try not to use too much product on my curly hair, as it can dry it out!
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