Love Your Curls! The Best Curly Hair Products

At LaLa Daisy, we love your curls, and we want you to love them too. Falling for your curls is easy when you give them the care they need to look their best. The best curly hair products reduce frizz, enhance volume, and smooth out the texture of all types of curls, from loose waves to sleek spirals. For the best curls, treat your hair right at every stage of hair care process, from wash to style. Here are a few of our favorites, from shampoo for curly frizzy hair to the best hair serum for curly hair.

Get a Clean Start

You have to wash your hair, so why not use a shampoo designed for curly hair types? The first step to lovable curls is cleansing your hair with a shampoo formulated to nourish hair and protect it from the elements. Many traditional shampoos are very drying, which damages hair and leads to frizz, and that just isn’t pretty. While some say the best way to avoid drying is avoiding shampoo altogether, that can lead to an unhealthy buildup of hair products on your hair and scalp. The best shampoo for curly frizzy hair is free of additives and includes moisturizers to replace the natural oils shampoo may strip out of your hair. Follow these tips for cleansing your curls:

 

• Choose a shampoo free of sulfates, silicone, and parabens, all of which can dry out and damage hair.
• When shampooing, don’t move your fingers in circles, as this can increase tangling. Instead, use a gentle back and forth motion to work in the shampoo.
• Alternate between shampooing and co-washing (short for “conditioner washing”). Joico’s Curl Co-Wash is great for ridding your locks of dirt and impurities while gently adding moisture to hair. If you have dry hair, try shampooing less often and co-washing between shampoos.

Don’t Get Tangled Up

Now that your hair is clean, it’s time to smooth out those tangles and moisturize your curls. Depending on your hair’s needs, your next step might be a conditioner or cream, or you might need a moisturizing detangling rinse if your hair is damaged or especially prone to knots. The curlier your hair is, the more issues you might have with dryness since it takes longer for your hair’s natural oils to move from your scalp to the ends of your hair. It’s important to choose a hair moisturizer for curly hair so you get a product that will smooth frizz and enhance curl definition rather than weigh your hair down or make it look greasy. Try lightweight sprays for fine, soft curls or wavy hair, and heavier weight creams for coarse, thick curls. Look for the best curly hair products without silicone for the greatest results.

Repair Damage

The added step of a hair serum to help hold in moisture and keep frizz in check will be a helpful tool in keeping your mane frizz free. Serums coat the hair and protect it from heat and humidity while giving it a shiny, silky appearance. However, not all serums are created equal. The best hair serum for curly hair is one that has a little weight to it and includes moisturizers that maintain curl definition and bounce.

Styling Tips

The last step in your hair-care routine is to make sure your curls stay smooth and bouncy once you head out the door. Follow these styling tips for curls you’ll love all day long:

 

• Use a wide-tooth comb rather than a brush or you’ll risk regaining the frizz you just worked so hard to reduce in your cleansing and conditioning routine.
• Comb with short, smooth, downward strokes, starting at the tips and working up toward the roots.
• Try mixing leave-in conditioner with your styling gel or cream to add moisture while you shape your curls.
• If your curls feel stiff or crunchy after styling, add some hair oil or serum to smooth out the texture.
• Now that you know the secrets of caring for your curly hair, check out LaLa Daisy’s selection of the best curly hair products designed to help you love your locks.