Wash'n'Go Tips for 4C Curlistas
Listen, 4C ladies - we know that your curls can take extra time and, if we’re being honest, upper arm strength. But Type 4 Curls are one of our favorite hair types to work with because the results are SO satisfying! We want to help you fall in love with your amazing natural texture, so here are our top tips for styling your kinky curls on wash day:
Do Everything in Sections - washing, detangling, adding styling products. Working with smaller sections helps to ensure your products are evenly distributed and your curls turn out uniformly
Use your Tangle Teezer to help distribute products to each section. Add each product then gently comb from root-to-ends to help saturate your hair without getting clumps of crusty products
Prioritize Moisture! Type 4 Curls need the most hydration and moisture replenishment. Stock up on hydrating lines (like Ouidad’s Curl Quencher line) and leave-in conditioners to eliminate frizz. Add a hydration mask to your curl routine as often as once per week
Wait to shape and pick out your curls until they are completely dry. Manipulating your curls while they are wet or damp can cause frizz
Avoid blowdrying at all costs. Air drying is the best option for uniform, frizz-free curls. If you’re in a rush, wait until the last possible minute to diffuse and focus on your ends only