{"id":62911,"date":"2018-01-03T03:00:42","date_gmt":"2018-01-03T11:00:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vivaglammagazine.com\/?p=62911"},"modified":"2020-05-22T17:42:33","modified_gmt":"2020-05-23T00:42:33","slug":"best-hair-tips-for-girls-with-natural-curls","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vivaglammagazine.com\/best-hair-tips-for-girls-with-natural-curls\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Hair Tips for Girls with Natural Curls"},"content":{"rendered":"
International Stylist and Curl Master Creator of The Doux People with wavy or curly hair are always looking for new products, tips, and tricks to lock in their desired look. Whether they want to blow it straight, create looser curls, or maximize their tighter coils, Maya Smith, Celebrity Hair Stylist, salon owner and creator of The Doux, the “Indie” haircare line with cult following now available at Target, is truly the master. Here she shares her best tips for girls with curls who want to revel in their natural hair and create a style they love.<\/span><\/p>\n Understand the Battle Between Oil and Moisture<\/b><\/p>\n The first thing people must understand is that there are opposite things going on at the same time. “Due to the shape of curly haired strands, the hair tends to be under moisturized. On the other hand, the curly-haired scalp can get very oily. Managing these opposite demands is the struggle of girls who wish to keep their curls. The key here is knowing how best to address both,” explains Maya who led the movement for women to transition from relaxers to natural curls.<\/span><\/p>\n Be Gentle when Washing Curly Hair<\/b><\/p>\n According to Maya, kinky, thick, coiled textures tend to appear “tough” and strong enough to withstand heavy manipulation. “In my experience, these hair types are actually the most delicate, and should be handled with care, she recommends.”<\/span><\/p>\n Step One: Pick Your Products Wisely<\/b><\/p>\n Maya applied over two decades of research and development based on working knowledge of hair texture and listening to what people wanted. “I created The Doux SUCKA FREE Moisturizing Shampoo and FRESH RINSE Moisturizing Conditioner as the one-two step that delivers both deep cleaning plus exceptional nourishment necessary for styling.” It’s now available in Target stores and the full product line is available online<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n Step Two: Prep for Shampoo<\/b><\/p>\n Maya’s professional instructions for curl mastery begins with rinsing hair thoroughly with water for a minimum of 30 seconds. “This helps to eliminate any water-soluble product buildup, such as hair gel or heat protectant. It also helps you save shampoo! Assuming you’re shampooing in the shower, letting the water run over the hair in a downward motion helps prevent further tangling, and allows the hair shaft to swell and the curl pattern to fully rebound.” For those with extremely thick hair, Maya suggests separating hair into four sections prior to wetting the hair for increased manageability.<\/span><\/p>\n Once the shampoo is applied, Maya recommends light manipulation at the scalp, going from the crown of the head to the nape of the neck. “Squishing” the hair up toward the scalp is a no-no. “Shampooing this way can cause unforgivable tangling and matting. I recommend repeating the shampooing process at least once.”<\/span><\/p>\n Step Three: Condition and Comb Through Like a Pro<\/b><\/p>\n
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