Curly hair can be both a blessing and a curse, depending on how you take care of your strands. From naturally curly cuts to styles that fight the frizz, there are plenty of ways to keep your locks looking polished and sleek. Whether you’re in the market for an everyday style or a special-occasion look, we’ve got curly girls covered.
High Tops
Add some height to the top of your head with a playfully casual style. Just apply mousse or curl-defining spray to damp hair, let it air dry, and then brush the top section of your hair into a high ponytail. Once it’s in a ponytail, release some of the hair at the front so that it won’t look so severe. Finally, fluff the top sections of the ponytail with your fingers and you’re golden.
Crown of Curls
The beauty of having curly hair is that you can create smooth styles very easily. Gather your hair into a high or low ponytail, then take two-inch sections and curl them with a curling iron. This will create a bohemian updo with a tiara effect. You could also use this technique on a side braid. When your curls have cooled, take your fingers and loosen them and you will have a timeless and classic style for any occasion.
Messy Bun
The messy bun is the quintessential curly girl style. Create this casual-yet-put-together option by taking two-inch sections of your hair and working a curl-defining mousse through them. Once the products have set, tie your hair into a loose high ponytail and let the ends of your hair fall out for texture. Secure with a few bobby pins to keep the curls in place.
Half Up, Half Down
We love this elegant style as it takes only a few minutes to do. To achieve this look, wrap a few of your face-framing layers around a small curling wand and twist the ends before it’s sectioned off. Lift some of the length of your hair up, secure it with a clip or hair pin, and finish it off with a blend of a few drops of oil and your favorite leave-in conditioner.
Fishtail Braid
Fishtail braids have the power to transform any look from ordinary to extraordinary. This style is best achieved with at least day-old curls, as the added texture will help keep the braid in place longer. Stylists like to use dry shampoo or heavy-hold hairspray to fight any flyaways and help keep the strands in place. When your braid is complete, you can either leave it as is or dress it up with a wrap of your favorite ribbon.
Hollywood Waves
Give your hair some classic old Hollywood charm with some glamourous waves. After washing and conditioning your curls
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