Common Curly Hair Mistakes You Should Never Make

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Curly hair can be a blessing as well as a curse sometimes. Unlike straight hair or wavy hair, curly hair comes with a set of challenges that can be quite hard to overcome, like dryness, frizz & breakage. Regardless of whether you have 3C or 3A curls, chances are that you have also encountered 1-2 of these concerns often. And yes, the struggle can be quite overwhelming. That’s why we have joined with a bunch of in-house experts who tell us about common hair care mistakes & how we can avoid them to keep our curls shiny, intact & smooth.

1. Over cleansing

Although the number of times you wash your hair depends on factors like sebum production, scalp production & workout schedules, we highly recommend you shampoo your hair less frequently. In simple words, refrain from shampoo your hair daily. This could lead to breakage damage. For best results, you could consider cleaning twice a week. A nice curly hair shampoo from a trustworthy brand should do the job.

2. Avoiding Conditioners

People with textured & curly hair often have frizzy, dull & dry hair, which is why we suggest you keep the delicate strands of your hair hydrated. Also, do not avoid the conditioner. A good one will hydrate your hair wonderfully, provide protection, nourishment & all the good stuff your hair is missing out on. Make sure that you use aloe vera, shea butter, avocado oil, etc. Also, if you could rinse your hair upside down to flatten your curls, making them look more copacetic.

3. Detangle Using A Brush

If there’s one mistake that a lot of curly-haired women make, then it’s detangling their hair using a shower. That could make your hair brittle & lifeless in no time. To avoid that, make sure you use a fine-toothed comb. You could also use it to detangle your hair when you condition hair. Once the hair has been rinsed, refrain from detangling the comb and your hair. This will only break your curls apart and cause some frustration too.

4. Keeping Your Hair Unprotected While Sleeping

Although it seems a bit high maintenance, keeping your hair well protected even when you sleep plays an important role while managing your textured hair. Regardless of how expensive the sheets are, the fabric is quite harsh on the delicate strands. The cotton will also soak the natural oils of the hair, depleting the strands for moisture. To avoid this, wrap your hair with a scarf or a sleeping pillow, or a pillowcase. This will preserve the curl pattern and also reduce the friction they are exposed to at night.

No matter what you do, just remember that you should never give up on your curs. Maintaining curly hair won’t be a hassle if you find a decent routine to take care of your hair. We advise you to try out different techniques to find out what works for your tresses. Embrace your curls & treat them properly & it will do the same for you.

Written by Megan Taylor
Megan is a beauty expert who is passionate about all things makeup and glam! Her love for makeup has brought her to become a beauty pro at Glamour Garden Cosmetics.