It’s no secret that women across the globe often go out of their way to defy their natural hair texture. With a combination of heated styling tools, brushes and products, we are no stranger to attempting to get those beautiful luscious locks that we see on our phones and TV screens.
Defying our natural hair can take a lot of time, effort and investment – so for those who want less maintenance in their hair care routine, it’s time to put down the tools and start embracing your natural hair!
In this blog, we’re discussing the best kept secrets for getting the most out of your natural hair type.
Curly Hair
If you have naturally curly hair, chances are you’re already well aware of the challenge it is to tame your locks. However, with the right products and styling methods, you’d be surprised as to how beautiful your curls can be!
Curly hair thrives off moisture, so a deep conditioning treatment will do wonders in restoring the health and curl definition of your locks. After cleansing your hair, apply a treatment from the mid-lengths to the ends of your hair. The longer you can keep the treatment on, the better!
For styling curls, air-drying or diffusing on low-heat are the best options. Without a diffuser, or by using a high heat setting, you can easily lose those defined curls and end up with dry and brittle hair.
Use a styling product specifically for curly hair – like the Redken Curvaceous Wind Up Spray – and use your hands to “scrunch” the product in. Continue to use this “scrunching” method when diffusing too.
Fine Straight Hair
When it comes to naturally fine and straight hair, embracing your natural locks is all about creating a smooth, frizz-free mane with some lift at the root.
The best type of products for fine straight hair are lightweight ones, so that your locks don’t get weighed down. To keep hair from lacking volume, aim for ‘volume boosting’ products – like the Redken High Rise Volume Lifting Shampoo & Conditioner.
Drying fine hair is generally a fairly quick process, and can either be done with or without a blowdryer. Whether you’re air drying or blow drying, use your fingers to lift hair off the scalp – to help encourage volume. Avoid using your straightener to get that “perfectly straight look” – instead, try sectioning your hair and blow-drying each section straight with a brush. Be sure to point the nozzle down the hair shaft when drying, and always use a heat protector!
Wavy Hair
Who doesn’t love big bouncy waves?! Luckily, there are lots of ways to enhance natural wavy hair without using much (or any) product). Before bed, try braiding your hair or twisting and pinning sections to create a more defined wave.
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If you do want to use some product, aim for ones that are focused on keeping your hair hydrated, smooth and voluminous – like the Redken Frizz Dismiss range, which includes a shampoo, conditioner, mask and serum.
In combination with the right products and haircare routine, it’s best to get your hair cut specifically for your hair type. The way your hair is cut will have a massive impact on your shape and style, and will allow you to get the most out of your natural type and texture.
If you’re not sure which type of cut is best for your hair type, pop on into the salon and have a chat to one of our friendly stylists.