Curly hair: how to get the best from your curls

Frizz, flat spots and shapeless growth: why curls behave differently and the simple routine that keeps them defined.

Curly hair looks great with a fade, but it needs a slightly different routine from straight hair to stay defined.

Wash less, condition more

Curls are naturally drier, so shampoo two or three times a week at most. Use conditioner every time you wash.

Styling

• Apply a curl cream or leave-in conditioner while the hair is still wet.
• Scrunch upwards with your hands instead of brushing.
• Let it air-dry, or use a diffuser on low heat.
• Avoid touching it while it dries; that's where frizz comes from.