Curly hair: care without frizz

Why curls get dry and frizzy

On every bend of a curl the strand’s surface opens slightly, so it loses moisture faster. Sebum, which naturally protects hair, spreads less easily along curly lengths, so the ends dry out first. Add mechanics: curls catch on each other, and rough combing makes them frizzier.

Cosmetic care does not change your hair type, but it helps curls stay soft, shiny, less frizzy and better defined.

Which system to choose

• Natural curls, not coloured, normal scalp — Intensive Care + BioHydra Therapy: the light balsam with argan oil doesn’t weigh the curl down, and BioHydra with hyaluronic acid gives curls moisture.
• Porous, coloured or very dry curls — Intensive Care + Lipid & Protein Therapy, or Reconstruction PRO when dryness is pronounced: the lipids and keratin in Lipid & Protein suit porous lengths; Reconstruction PRO with murumuru butter is the richer option.
• Curls plus a sensitive scalp, or a wish to wash sulfate-free — Soft Care + a mask: the sulfate-free shampoo with niacinamide cleanses as gently as possible.

Balance moisture and nourishment: alternate masks

Curls need balance: a rich protein mask alone can make the curl stiffer, a hydrating one alone too soft and undefined. For porous curls, alternating in different washes works well: Lipid & Protein Therapy once every 7–10 days, BioHydra Therapy in between. Only one mask per wash.

How to detangle curls

• never comb dry curls — only with balsam on;
• start at the ends and work your way up;
• use fingers or a wide-tooth comb, not a paddle brush;
• after rinsing out the balsam, don’t comb again — just shape sections with your hands.

Habits that protect curls

• a silk or satin pillowcase — less friction and morning frizz;
• a soft spiral hair tie instead of a tight elastic;
• refresh curls between washes with water from a spray bottle, not by combing;
• warm, not hot water when washing.