You probably know the feeling: you've spent an hour with the hairdryer, curling iron, and styling product, and your curls look beautiful. But the next day you wake up and your hair is frizzy, lifeless, and has lost its bounce.
Fortunately, there is a better way to achieve beautiful, bouncy, defined curls every day than styling them over and over again.
There is a solution for every curl type
It is important to know what type of curl you have so you can choose the right treatment. A well-known method for this was developed by Andre Walker, the hairstylist on The Oprah Winfrey Show: he categorizes hair into types from 2 (wavy) to 4 (kinky), each with its own subcategories. Look up your own type and choose products that suit it for the best results.
Care for your curls with the right products
Curly hair generally needs more moisture and care than straight hair because the structure of the hair shaft makes it harder for natural oils to spread. A good routine consists of three steps: cleansing, moisturizing, and defining the pattern.
Choose a sulfate-free shampoo that gently cleanses your hair and protects the natural moisture and oil balance of your scalp. Follow this with a moisturizing hair mask that softens, repairs, and protects. Finish with a cream or serum that defines the pattern, adds bounce, adds shine, and protects against heat damage.
For this hair type, for example, check out the Kiki Curls product line at KOOS - specially developed for caring for and defining curls.
What others experience
Those who switch to a specific care routine often notice a difference immediately: softer curls, less frizz, and more definition without the hair feeling heavy. It takes little effort to adjust your routine, and the result - bouncy, shiny hair - is worth it.
View the full range of products for curls at KOOS.
