Why Are We So Obsessed with Curls?
The last few years have seen a Curl Revolution with men and women all over the world finally embracing and showcasing their natural tresses. For too long, curly hair has been underappreciated and even discriminated against. What makes curls so special and why are we obsessed with being Hampton Road’s go-to resource for curly clients? Here are our top reasons for committing to curls:
Hair cuticles in straight hair are circular and smooth, allowing the hair to lie flat. In curly hair, the cuticle is elliptical-shaped which adds natural body and life to curls. Because of this, though, it is essential that the hair cutting technique used accounts for this, especially when sectioning and shaping. Most (if not all) stylists don’t learn this in cosmetology school.
Curly hair does not extend from the scalp and lie straight down - it naturally falls at a diagonal. This means shaping and styling big, sexy, voluminous curls is more creative and fun! It requires exercising the artistic muscles that stylists love to work out.
Most clients have more than one texture/curl pattern on their head, which means each curly haircut and wash’n’go is like a puzzle to be solved. There is no simple way to complete a haircut like one might on a client with straight hair - there’s an inherent challenge that is enticing.
Being graced with curls allows for so much more flexibility with styling. All curly clients can achieve straight hair, but not all straight hair clients can achieve curls! You simply cannot understand the excitement of stretching your curls out for a “growth check” unless you have curly hair!
We love and celebrate curls for all kind, and we invite you to embrace the gorgeous texture you’ve been graced with!