Key Steps to Tame My Curls on Humid Days
1. Start with the Basics: Shampoo and Conditioner
As a curly-haired woman avoiding shampoo and conditioner was the mistake I was making. The hair often swells without careful consideration to the attempt to moisturize. My styling routine worked best when I used both a sulfate free moisture shampoo and conditioner.
My favorite products are:
- Moisture Rich Shampoo with Argan Oil – this keeps curls hydrated while offering bounce.
- Frizz-Control Conditioner with Shea Butter – seals cuticle and locks in moisture.
Pro tip:
Elevate your curls by avoiding root application to prevent build-up. Leave on curls for three minutes before rinsing with cold water.
2. Protect and Style: Leave-Ins and Creams
While finding the right conditioner and shampoo was easy, leave-in protection proved to be more challenging. Protecting while also adding moisture without greasy residue proved challenging.
My Hair Care Routine:
- In order to avoid excess frizz, I gently towel-dry my hair using a microfiber towel after washing.
- Moreover, I put on aleave-in cream which removes the humidity and also defines curls to help fight frizz for moisture.
My Top Picks:
- Leave-In Conditioner with Keratin: Protects against breakage and humidity
- Lightweight Curl Defining Cream: Leaves curls softer from added coconut oil.
Why It Works:
These products will not only coat the curls, but also help to keep the preferred natural curls intact. The trick is to keep the oversaturation minimal so just enough product can coat the curls.
