Step-By-Step: How to Diffuse Curly Hair
This expert guide will get you perfectly defined, frizz-free curls
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Step 2: Use the "rake and shake" method
Ouidad has a signature method for applying product that helps curls keep their shape so your final look has more definition. It takes some time but the results are worth it.
To start, divide hair into five sections: one at the front of your head, and two sections on each side of your head. Take one section at a time and rake product through it with your fingers. Use a styling lotion for curly hair (try Bumble and bumble Curl Conscious Defining Creme, $27), or a foam or mousse for wavy hair (try Samy Curls Constructor Activating Mousse, $5.99).
After you've smoothed the product on the section, hold on to it by the ends and gently shake your hair to help natural curls form. If you skip this step your curls will loose their shape. You can divide each section into smaller sections as well for the shaking to help each individual curl form.
Next: help with volume
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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
