While layering several products might look good for curl definition, too much of this mixture can cause your afro curls to go flat. Depending on your hair's texture and porosity, you might discover that you need less product than you initially thought for your next wash day. For instance, after washing and conditioning your curls, we recommend a minimal amount of our Leave-In Conditioner With Manuka Honey & Avocado Oil to prepare your afro hair for any wavy, curly or coily hairstyles. Alternatively, products like our Curling Mousse With Flaxseed Oil & Rosewater require a more generous amount as it is used for rolling, twisting, braiding, or preparing your curls for any other protective style. You would use this product instead of our leave-in after your washday to ensure that your natural hair remains hydrated in a protective style.
Most of us with natural hair goals crave fuller, more defined, and voluminous curls. Unfortunately, getting volume for your afro hair is not always possible, especially if it is experiencing shrinkage or natural hair problems. Thankfully, you can create more volume naturally for your afro curls using our tips below.
Clarify Your Natural Curls At Least Once A Month
If your afro curls look limp or weighed down, especially at the roots, this damage can be caused by product build-up. Product build-up occurs due to hard water, harmful ingredients like silicones, and heavier styling products like waxes. We recommend removing this residue from your afro curls at least once a month with a clarifying shampoo. Your natural hair could also require a clarifying shampoo if your scalp is itchy and prone to flakes.
Avoid Using Too Many Products As Part Of Your Natural Hair Regime
While layering several products might look good for curl definition, too much of this mixture can cause your afro curls to go flat. Depending on your hair's texture and porosity, you might discover that you need less product than you initially thought for your next wash day. For instance, after washing and conditioning your curls, we recommend a minimal amount of our Leave-In Conditioner With Manuka Honey & Avocado Oil to prepare your afro hair for any wavy, curly or coily hairstyles. Alternatively, products like our Curling Mousse With Flaxseed Oil & Rosewater require a more generous amount as it is used for rolling, twisting, braiding, or preparing your curls for any other protective style. You would use this product instead of our leave-in after your washday to ensure that your natural hair remains hydrated in a protective style.
Beware of Moisture Overload
If your natural hair feels extremely dry and breaks immediately upon stretching lightly, your curls suffer from protein overload and require more moisture. On the other hand, if your afro curls feel limp and heavy, your coily hair has moisture overload and needs more protein to give your cuticles more volume and make them strong again.
As well as a clarifying shampoo, avoid heavy conditioners, butters, and creams and go for protein-based products instead. If necessary, avoid using extra styling products for around four weeks and then slowly introduce these back into your routine. In other words, keep your moisturising routine simple and short. If your hair does not have volume due to excessive hair fall, you must add more protein treatments after a moisturising leave-in conditioner.
Dry Your Natural Hair Using A Diffuser
While air drying your natural hair is the best way to keep it healthy, you can achieve more volume at your roots without any frizz by using a diffuser dryer. Before starting this process with this tool, use a light spray of our Everyday Curl Refresh With Coconut & Jamaican Black Castor Oils as a heat protectant. Diffuse with your hair upside down and then flip it from one side to the next.
Use An Afro Pick On Washed Afro Hair
An afro pick is a heatless way to add volume to your natural hair after your wash-and-go routine. You can also use a wide-tooth comb for this process. Hold your head down when picking your afro hair and start at the roots. Only comb down as far as two to three centimetres to achieve a fuller look.
Trim Your Afro Hair To Get Your Shape Back
If you do not trim your natural curls every eight weeks, then the length of your hair could be affecting its volume. However, regardless of the season, a regular trim can also reduce breakage and split ends which are vital to growing bouncy, healthy curls.
To get the big curly hair you desire, you must revamp your hair care routine and cut out any excess products. In short, keep it simple to help your afro curls retain their natural shape.