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You Can Brush Curly Hair. There, We Said It.

Think back to your childhood: Brushed-out curls, triangle-shaped haircuts, and frizz. Oh, the frizz!Then, as you were learning how to properly care for your curls, you were probably told to ditch your hairbrush forever. It’s no wonder that so many…

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S’wavy Answers And Advice From Stylists

As an experienced curl specialist and a s’wavy myself, I want to help fellow s’wavies learn to love and style their texture for the best results. So I reached out to some of my fellow curl artists and Curl Stylist…

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Wash Or Co-wash? That Is The Question

What is co-washing, and what is it good for? Co-washing, short for conditioner washing, is simply washing the hair and scalp with conditioner rather than shampoo or cleanser.

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Curls For Days, Literally

Curls that last past Day 1? Yes, please. How to get them, how to keep them, and why they’ll change your life.

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Curl Clumping: How to Do It and Why It’s Important

While “clumping” may not be the most elegant word, it’s an important part of our style vocabulary. That’s because curl clumping is essential when it comes to minimizing frizz. Take a look at one of your curls. That’s not one…

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Science, Styling, Techniques

Why You Need Distilled Water In Your Arsenal

Curlies are always looking for the “holy grail” of hair products. It’s a painstaking and highly individual task, since everyone’s hair is so different. But there’s one product that’s both cheap and effective for anyone: distilled water. “I feel like…

Styling, Stylist Panel Q&As, Techniques, Tips

Styling Tips When You’re Short On Time

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: What is a good styling tip for the early work morning when you’re short on time?…

Styling, Stylist Panel Q&As, Techniques

Uncover The Secrets Of Coloring Curly Hair

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: Could you talk about color techniques for curls? Should I do balayage or highlights? – Arianis…

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Hair & Scalp Health, Stylist Panel Q&As, Techniques

Is Co-washing The Gold Standard For Curly Hair?

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: Is co-washing the gold standard for curly hair care? Or more harm than good? – Sharon…

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You Can Brush Curly Hair. There, We Said It.

S’wavy Answers And Advice From Stylists

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Wash Or Co-wash? That Is The Question

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Curls For Days, Literally

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Curl Clumping: How to Do It and Why It’s Important

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Why You Need Distilled Water In Your Arsenal

Styling Tips When You’re Short On Time

Uncover The Secrets Of Coloring Curly Hair

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Is Co-washing The Gold Standard For Curly Hair?

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