Heat Safe Ways to Style Curls
Curls. Curls. Curls. Curls we do adore!
Curls are the most coveted texture in the world.
Close to 85% of the world has inherited curls!
It’s no surprise that for those of us who don’t have curls, we want them!
For fellow curlies, the temptation to straighten our hair happens from time to time, so heat safe methods are vital!
Curls may seem resilient in nature, but are still fragile and prone to damage from heat and harsh chemicals.
With safe heat and the right products, curls can smooth beautifully, but with damaging heat and harsh products?
Curls can permanently straighten.
To avoid heat damaged curls, we’ve narrowed it down to the safest tips and products!
First Step: Cleanse. Nourish. Protect.
Curls thrive best when using products and techniques catered just to them. Always invest in the best care and regimen to extend hydration and keep your curls in the healthiest state at all times!
Nutricurls provides waves and curls with the right level of nourishment for beautiful bouncy hair.
This particular brand is infused with wheat bran extract and jojoba oil to make curls defined, soft, manageable and reduce frizz.
Seal in nourishment, lock out humidity and make curls even more defined and frizz-free for up to 72 hours!
Choose from a complete line-up of products for curly and wavy hair with different levels of nourishment and style.
Cleanse.
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Style Option:
Air dry.
Air drying curls are the easiest and quickest way to style curls!
It happens in just two easy steps.
Apply an ample amount of product then place and position curls however you want them to dry.
Once completely dry, play and style your curls however you’d like to amp up volume, shape and movement.
Style Option:
Diffuse.
Diffusing curls takes them to the next level accentuating volume and curl definition.
It’s also a way of avoiding leaving the house with a wet head!
Diffusing curls is easy, simple and follows a systematic drying pattern.
Attach a diffuser to the head of your blowdryer.
With medium to warmer heat, dry curls completely. This may take 15 to 25 minutes.
As curls are drying, reduce heat to cool.
This sets and cools curls, sealing them with a shiny frizz-free finish.
Styling Products.
Style Option:
Going Sleek.
First Step: Cleanse. Nourish. Protect.
Build a defense against heat damage by strengthening first to prepare for heat!
Wella Elements sulfate & paraben-free care system instantly repairs and prevents against keratin damage.
Developed with NuTree Complex, Wella Elements provides up to 10 times more strength against breakage for renewed hair which makes it perfect for all hair types.
Cleanse.
Pre Blow Dry:
Leave-In Protection
Heat Protection. Sectioning. Tools.
The safest heat is the best heat. Learn your hair and what’s best. Heat temperatures are always different for each texture.
Some of us need the heat turned up, others need a lower setting. For fragile hair, less is more.
If you’re unsure, start at 365 degrees first. If it’s perfect, stay right there. If you need more or less, you’ll know by how your hair responds to a higher or lower setting.
Always remember, heat protection is vital! No matter how beautiful a style is, no style is worth damaging your hair or burning out curls permanently. Always err on the side of cautious first.
Section. Section. Section.
Sectioning makes a world of difference when blowdrying or ironing. It allows you to isolate areas and give a flawless finish.
Heat safe sectioning clips are best. They won’t melt while using heat. Clips that are burned or marred by heat will snag and cause breakage.
Tools
Prep for Next Day Hair.
Cotton pillows rob hair of moisture and cause breakage and split ends while sleeping. Satin pillows or satin pillowcases are the best to sleep on at night. This preserves the silkiness of your texture and allows your hair to “sleep smooth”.
Next day style prep options.
To preserve body, sleekness and prevent daily heat, utilize tools like velcro rollers, flexi-rods, flexible rollers or steam rollers for next day hair. Great to keep in your hair while you’re doing make-up or having a cup of coffee.
Style Options for Next Day Hair.
Curly FroHawk.
EIMI Shape Shift
Gives definition to curls and waves.
A flexible molding gel perfect for sleek ponytails or up-styles and special occasion hair.
Creates definition for all haircuts.
Great for next day, lived-in looks.
Adds shine, UV protection and humidity resistance.
Ride the Wave.
EIMI Anti-Frizz Smoothing Balm
Perfect when blow dying straight for all textures or going curly for fine to medium natural curls.
Reduces frizz and fly-aways when styling.
Prevents dehydration and dryness.
Gives heat protection.
Humidity resistant with UV protection.
EIMI Glam Mist Shine Spray
Everyone deserves a kiss of shine!
Finish every style with lustrous glossy shine.
Compliments curls and waves beautifully.
Lightweight. Luminous. Weightless.
Humidity resistant with UV protection.
Braid it up!
Braids are a great way of preserving the hair all day or sleeping in the night before. Once you take braids down, you’ll have a head full of beautiful loose waves to play with.
EIMI Grip Cream Flexible Molding Cream
Creates versatility, soft texture and flexible hold with shine.
Perfect styling partner for braids, up-styles and special occasion hair.
Accentuates curls & waves.
Great for all textures, haircuts and styles.
Humidity resistant with UV protection.
EIMI Dry Me Dry Shampoo
Adds extended days to blowouts and styles in between shampoo days or salon visits.
Creates volume and a soft hold.
Residue-free.
Wonderfully fragranced.
Pony.
EIMI Stay Firm Workable Finishing Hairspray
Perfect for any style or special occasion.
An aerosol workable spray.
Flexible hold.
Great for all textures and styles.
Humidity resistant with UV protection.
Chignon. Topknots.
EIMI Just Brilliant Shine Pomade
A great finisher for shine, sleekness and a light hold.
Tames fly-aways and reduces frizz.
Perfect for finishing off any style with shine and hydration.
Compliments curly and wavy hair flawlessly.
Curls are a valuable treasure. Invest in them!
Make time for treatments and healthy hair routines.
Take your time and always be careful.
Be nice to your hair. It’s the only head of hair you’ll ever have!
Safe heat. Safe heat. Safe heat! SAFE HEAT.
Protect with heat safe protectants and heat safe tools.
Be picky about your tools, your stylist and your hair care. Choose the best! It will always be worth it.
By: Nicole Revish Curtain
Founder, Nicole Revish Salon & Beauty
Celebrity Stylist | Salon Business Coach
Wella Design Team Artist
Copyright © 2020 by Nicole Revish Inc.
