Hair Style For Curly Girl

kamu04253    December 07, 2023    Comment   

From corkscrews to waves to ringlets, no curl pattern is alike — and cutting them correctly requires training and expertise. Which explains why L.A.-based celebrity stylist Shai Amiel, dubbed “The Curl Doctor” by grateful clients, has amassed such a devoted following. Trained by DevaCurl founder Lorraine Massey herself, he’s coaxed beautiful curls from the manes of Zendaya, Tamera Mowry and Tameka Harris at his Studio City salon, Capella.

Since we can’t all be lucky enough to sit in his chair, Amiel graciously agreed to give us his tips for finding a local stylist who understands naturally curly hair. Read on for his excellent insider advice.

: Every curly-haired girl has learned the hard way that not all stylists know how to cut curls properly. What exactly is it about curly hair that makes it more difficult to get a great haircut?

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Shai Amiel: Most stylists are not trained to study and understand curly hair. They know only one way to cut hair, no matter what texture or curl pattern we have. They wash the hair, comb it straight and cut as if they're dealing with straight hair. Once the hair dries it will shrink in an uneven unpredicted manner—leaving holes and choppy layers.

A: You trained with the legendary Lorraine Massey. What was the biggest aha moment you had as a young stylist learning to work with curly hair?

SA: You have to look at the hair in its natural state to understand how much spring it has. You wear your hair curly and you should cut it curly.

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A: When clients come to you for the first time, what are a few of the most common mistakes or botches you see in how their hair was previously cut?

SA: I usually see the underneath really short with a longer layer on top like a mushroom. I also see a lot of uneven layers that don't bring out the beauty of the natural curl pattern. Most haircuts that are done wet or straight won't dry even.

SA: [I always say], “Where it lays, it should stay.” Don't fight the curls. Let them do what they want to do and pay attention to the spring factor. [You have to] treat each curl differently, because no two curls are the same.

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SA: I always ask them how much of their hair they want to keep. I show them anything that needs their attention—like uneven pieces or damaged ends. I'll explain to them what is wrong with their hair so they know what their options are to make it look even and better. [Then] I let them decide how much they want cut.

A: Sadly, we can't all fly to L.A. and have you cut our hair! How would you advise a curly-haired girl in a different city to find a great hairstylist?

A: And what questions should curly-haired girls ask a new stylist? Is there any way to tell before the scissors come out whether someone will get your curly hair?

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SA: Have your stylist go over your hair with you to understand the real status of your hair. You should feel like you know exactly the condition your hair is in. Also, discuss options with your stylist for what it would take to fix your “issues.” And ask to see pictures of their work with similar hair. You should also be upfront about length and let him/her know how much you’re comfortable cutting off.

A: Last but not least, are there any big red flags that curly-haired girls should keep an eye out for and put a stop to in the salon immediately?

SA: Yes! If a stylist tries to brush, comb or wet curls prior to the cut, RUN!!! And never let them use any tools that don't create blunt shapes, such as thinning shears or razors. They should only use quality shears that produce clean, blunt cuts.When you visit the site, Dotdash Meredith and its partners may store or retrieve information on your browser, mostly in the form of cookies. Cookies collect information about your preferences and your devices and are used to make the site work as you expect it to, to understand how you interact with the site, and to show advertisements that are targeted to your interests. You can find out more about our use, change your default settings, and withdraw your consent at any time with effect for the future by visiting Cookies Settings, which can also be found in the footer of the site.

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We can unanimously agree that a headful of gorgeous ringlets, regardless of shape and size, are beautiful, right? Besides, individuality is what makes beauty so much fun. While admittedly difficult at times, the curly hair you’re born with can be easier to manage than you think. Whether you have a Solange-like mane or longer waves like Lorde’s, embracing your hair’s texture is the number one rule when it comes to curls. However, there is a set of more universal, one-size-fits-most dos that everyone with kinks and coils should abide by. Working with, not against, your curl pattern is the key to maintaining lush locks, so put down the hair straightener and cement-like pomades because we’ve enlisted the pros for some curly hair 101.

“I like to naturally ‘wet-set’ curly hair—it’s the best and easiest way to get bounce and volume and a natural-looking wave or curl pattern, ” says Nick Arrojo, owner and founder of Arrojo NYC. “You need a two-product cocktail, although the products differ depending on hair density. If your hair is fine, use a body-building volume foam first and then a lightweight curl enhancer. If your hair is medium to thick or slightly coarse, cocktail curl definer with curl control. Apply products from roots to ends, and comb hair with a wide-tooth comb to undo any knots in your hair and aid even distribution of the products, ensuring curls get maximum performance benefits, ” he explains.

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Once products are set in place, Nick stresses the importance of the “cup, squeeze, scrunch” method. “In small sections from the underneath up, gently cup, scrunch, and squeeze curls. Don’t be tempted to freely run your fingers through hair—this disturbs curls, which creates frizz. Just remember: Cup, squeeze, scrunch.”

Nick says to continue this styling method until hair dries, and then gently tousle at the roots to soften curls. “Don’t stress about making curls too perfect; curls are meant to fall imperfectly; it’s part of their charm. Enjoy the individuality and freedom of textured tresses, ” he adds.

Sayshairstylist Caile Noble, “Friction causes frizz, so it all begins with the drying process, and the towel you’re using may be your main problem.” His go-to is the top-rated Aquis hair towel. “It is designed specifically for hair, and the [microfiber] fabric eliminates friction caused by normal cotton towels. This towel is a life changer when eliminating frizz along with absorbing enough moisture to cut your drying time in half, ” he raves.

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“Having curly hair myself, I have found that air-drying is the best way to go, ” hairstylist Matthew Monzon adds, but he doeslightly towel-dry hair. “Don’t be rough with the towel against the hair, ” he says, because that will also contribute to even more frizz. “The best advice I can give to someone with curly hair is that air-drying is best. The less you touch your hair while it is drying, the better. The more the hair gets handled, the more chance of frizz.”

A junior stylist and curly-hair expert at Julien Farel Salon NYC, Amanda Troisi, says that the right products will make all the difference, and it starts with your shampoo. “Curly hair is like a fingerprint, and not one curl pattern is alike. Due to its delicate texture, curls require constant moisture and hydration. Leave-in conditioners, moisturizing hair treatments, hair masks, and water are what they need.”

Troisi’s routine includes the Julien Farel De-Frizz Restore treatment, which is incredibly rich in benefits. “I start by wetting my hair and adding it starting at my ends and working my way to the roots. It has grape-seed, sweet almond, and jojoba oils to nourish and strengthen hair while controlling unruly texture. It’s okay to add this product to your roots even though it is a conditioning treatment for the scalp, ” she explains.

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Tim Abney, director of education at Kevin Murphy, says a simple comb is a major must to keep frizz at bay and curl pattern intact. “Make sure to use a wide-tooth comb to help manage your curls, ” he says. “We recommend it because when people use their fingers to sweep through their hair, they aren’t as careful and end up tearing the curl structure apart, contributing to frizz.”

Another good thing about using a wide-tooth comb is that it helps evenly distribute styling products. “When people style with their hands, they most often get most of the product in one concentrated area, and the complete style suffers. Using the comb guarantees much better,