Hair transition is a complicated period for many women because, in addition to the aesthetic and psychological issues involved in having curls, it takes patience to achieve the desired definition. Here are some tips.
The good news, however, is that there are ways to better define your curls and get through the hair transition without too much suffering. Want to know how? Read on and see the 5 tips we've put together!
1. Take good care of your hair
There's no denying that if your hair isn't well cared for and healthy, it will be much harder for it to set. So the first tip is: invest in a hair schedule!
Analyze your hair type and curvature and understand which steps it needs most: hydration, nutrition or reconstruction. Generally speaking, curly and coily hair usually needs more nourishment than the other stages (but of course this varies in each case).
Nutrition is done with oils and aims to replenish the lipids lost by the hair. As curly and frizzy hair tends to be drier, the use of oils helps to seal the cuticles, give more softness and also definition. So don't neglect treatment!
2. Choose a good styling cream
Nowadays, many brands are investing in specific products for curly and frizzy hair. But that doesn't mean they're all the same. Generally, the lighter, thinner products work better with wavy hair (2abc), while the more consistent ones are suitable for curly and frizzy hair (3abc and 4abc).
Finding the right cream makes all the difference. Ideally, it should help define and maintain curls, but without weighing them down excessively and making the hair greasy. For this reason, wavy hair needs less heavy-duty creams, as they tend to be oilier than curly and frizzy hair.
Another idea is to invest in gelatine, which helps to keep curls in place for longer. It can be applied after texturizing or with your styling cream.
3. Invest in a proper cut
The cut can greatly improve the definition of curly hair. So you need to lose your fear of scissors. In the hair transition phase, there are a few possibilities.
The most radical is the big chop - a 'little boy' style cut that removes all parts of the hair exposed to straightening.
Although it's easier to deal with the transition this way, as you'll need to invest less in texturizing to leave your hair with the same curvature throughout, not all women are ready to say goodbye to long hair.
That's why the tip is to start slowly. A cut at the nape of the neck that works with layers helps leave the hair lighter and encourages curls to form more naturally.
If the idea is not to get away from longer hair, you can opt for a long bob, with the front slightly longer than the back and a discreet parting.
In any case, the main tip is to always invest in layered cuts because they help give more volume in a balanced way (avoiding the "pyramid effect") and improve movement and definition.
4. Take good shots
Unfortunately, it's impossible to get away from finishing during the hair transition. After all, part of your hair will still be chemically treated. This means that near the roots, the hair may be in its original curvature and in the lengths it will be straighter.
Structured curling is the favorite of women in hair transition because it helps to define in a very nice way, balancing and disguising these differences.
It's not difficult to do this. First, wash your hair as usual and, when you've finished, remove the moisture well with a microfiber towel. Then divide your hair into 4 sections. Apply a small amount of oil or styling cream and massage it through the entire section.
Separate your hair into strands (as in traditional curling), but divide them into even smaller ones. Stretch the strands and slowly release them to form curls. Another idea is to carefully scrunch your hair or make a dedoliss.
Repeat the process throughout the hair. Let your hair dry naturally or use a diffuser. When your hair is completely dry, use a curl activator on the ends to give them even more hold.
In addition to this idea, there are other techniques, such as: making small buns out of several strands of hair, braiding the entire head of hair and sleeping with the braids to release them the next day, scrunching the hair upside down, among others.
To find out which one works best on your hair, the tip is to test it out until you find the one you like best and fits into your routine.
Another important tip is not to touch your curls while they are drying naturally. This is because when curls are damp, they can fall apart easily, creating frizz. So avoid touching your curls until they are completely dry.
5. Avoid heat tools during the transition
As we said in the first tip, it's important that your hair is strong and healthy in order to go through the transition "smoothly", including responding better to finishing techniques.
For this reason, try to avoid using curling irons, hair dryers and flat irons. Unfortunately, many women end up giving up on having natural hair precisely because of the difficulty in defining it, and opt to straighten it with a flat iron or brush.
Using these tools continuously can weaken your hair, especially the areas that are still chemically treated. And, as well as being harder to define, they can also suffer from breakage and even hair loss. So try to opt for texturizing techniques that don't use heat.
And, of course, don't forget to enlist the help of your hairdresser. After all, this professional will be able to better assess your hair's needs and recommend the right products for your type of curl, helping to define and treat the strands.
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With these tips, has it become easier to go through the hair transition?
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