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How to Care For Curly, Frizzy Hair

By eHow Fashion, Style & Personal Care Editor
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Did you just stick your finger into an electrical outlet? Is your hair two feet taller than what it was yesterday? You may have caught a case of the frizz, and you need to read below.

Difficulty: Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • Hairdresser
  1. Step 1

    Choose a hairdresser experienced in curly/dry hair.

  2. Step 2

    Have your hairdresser help you choose a hairstyle that is easy to maintain--preferably one that just requires a wet-and-go approach.

  3. Step 3

    Once you have your favored style, visit your stylist at least 4 times a year to trim split ends.

  4. Step 4

    Don't let your hairstylist use a razor to layer your hair (although layering is good.) Razors contribute to split ends.

  5. Step 5

    Don't wash hair every day. This kind of hair needs the natural oils from your scalp to reduce frizz.

  6. Step 6

    To upkeep your desired style, just wet hair with some conditioner on non-washing days (rinse thoroughly).

  7. Step 7

    Avoid using hairdryers unless necessary. Blowdrying hair dries it out.

  8. Step 8

    Believe it or not, grease, mousses and gels make caring for this kind of hair harder!! Chemical build-ups require more washing than is healthy.

  9. Step 9

    If you must use products, use high-quality, health-food store or salon products that leave little residue.

  10. Step 10

    Do not brush, unless you want a 'fro.

  11. Step 11

    Love your hair! Many are envious of the regal quality of curly hair!

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jewelserwa said

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on 12/4/2008 For anyone interested in the Curly Girl method, I just made a how-to on it: http://www.ehow.com/how_4619919_curly-girl-hair-care-method.html
I need some views!

jewelserwa said

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on 11/28/2008 Dittos on the Curly Girl method by Lorraine Massey. I have only been doing this method for a few weeks, but already my hair is in so much better condition and I can actually get good curls/waves, which I had not been able to do before. It can be a lot of work, but it is definitely worth it!

jewelserwa said

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on 11/28/2008 Dittos on the Curly Girl method by Lorraine Massey. I have only been using this method for a few weeks and my hair is already in so much better condition and I can actually get good curls/waves! It can be a lot of work, but trust me it is so worth it!

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on 3/7/2008 I have found the best shampoo and conditioner for curly hair, Umberto for curly hair.
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