Step-By-Step: How to Diffuse Curly Hair
This expert guide will get you perfectly defined, frizz-free curls
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Step 1: Apply leave-in conditioner
After shampooing and conditioning, Ouidad says to use a spray conditioner to lock moisture into your hair immediately after showering. This will help minimize frizz and keep hair feeling soft. A few to try: Aussie Sydney Smooth Heat Protector Plus Leave-In Conditioner Spray, $4.23, or Aveeno Nourish and Condition Leave In Treatment, $6.49.
If your hair is wavy you can skip this step because it may weigh down the curls you're trying to create.
Next: The "rake and shake" method
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I can't wait to try these tips! I have really curly hair naturally so I am willing to try quite a lot to keep my hair tamed.
by SummerOrchid Saturday, December 10, 2011 at 10:13AM Report as inappropriate
I've tried the "rattle and shake" method, but it doesn't work well for my very fine, wavy hair--makes it ratty looking. Leaving it to dry in larger sections naturally, without touching it except for the crown, works better for my hair.
by cloudlb Sunday, October 16, 2011 at 10:08AM Report as inappropriate
Just what I was looking for. Thanks.
by attagirl Sunday, October 2, 2011 at 05:51PM Report as inappropriate
I'm definitely going tot try the Ouidad "rake and shake" tip!
by vfalkow Saturday, October 1, 2011 at 09:23AM Report as inappropriate
awesome tips, I'll have to remember these after I curl my hair and it turns out awful(like it usually does)
by Bon_Bon Monday, August 15, 2011 at 01:48AM Report as inappropriate
