Step-By-Step: How to Diffuse Curly Hair
This expert guide will get you perfectly defined, frizz-free curls
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Step 4: Blow dry curls
Start by setting your dryer on low or medium heat and air pressure (yes, it takes longer, but it doesn't dry out your hair or cause frizz).
Then, tilt your head to one side and place the diffuser close to your roots and hold it there until dry. Repeat the process while tilting your head back and to the opposite side as well.
Naturally curly girls will want to stop here and let their ends dry naturally (it'll keep curls softer). For girls with wavy hair who want more curl, take your ends and lay them into the diffuser, then lift the dryer up towards your scalp and hold. Your hair will form a circular pattern inside the diffuser so you get curls. Repeat this process with small sections of hair until your strands are completely dry, otherwise curls won't hold.
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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
