Aarti Sequeira and Curl publisher Stephanie Hinderer sit down to chat about curls and cooking. Aarti Sequeira can still remember the view out the window, the smell of warm coconut oil, and the feeling of her mother’s fingers massaging the oil into her scalp. But it wasn’t quite as serene as it sounds, says the…
1. Divide your hair in half and clip the top half up, out of the way. 2. Make a small bun with the bottom half, using a hair tie. 3. Divide the top half into three sections. 4. Use bobby pins to secure the back section above the bun, pulling up in the crown for…
When was the first time you saw someone with your hair texture on TV? While your response likely depends on when you grew up and your cultural background, your experience with how those looks were represented might have been eerily similar. Women with naturally textured hair haven’t always been represented in a positive light on-screen….
If you’re feeling lazy, or if you just want to cut down the time you spend on your hair, try these techniques. PLOPPING Plopping is a method of wrapping your hair on top of your head during the styling process. While wet plopping with a shower cap can help styling products soak in and encourage…
Raise your hand if you don’t always have time or simply cannot be bothered to style your curly hair every day. We get it, caring for curls can sound very involved: cleanse, condition, detangle, “squish to condish,” plop, rake, scrunch, diffuse. All the different terms and methods can make curly hair seem overwhelming and complicated,…
Curl gives you answers right from the experts, including our Stylist Panel of professionals who specialize in curly hair. Meet the panelists here! Q&A: When my hair dries, it gets HUGE. How do I get it more controlled? -Kristen T. ELISE SAYS: My first thought is what’s wrong with huge and why do we want…
Step 7 1. Start by gathering the top half of your hair into a high ponytail. Position it where you would like the top bun to sit on your head. 2. Braid your ponytail all the way down and secure with a hair tie. 3. Wrap braid around into a bun and secure with bobby…
Shampoo is an important part of the curly routine, but don’t grab just anything off the shelf
Below, read reviews from fellow curlies about: Paige Marie Soft Hold Styling Gel PAIGE MARIE SAYS: If you’re looking for a styling gel with soft hold that defines your curls and promotes healthy hair, then this is the one. It’s packed with healthy ingredients that will offer a great style and nourish your hair follicles…
