Hair care

Frizz, Be Gone! The Curly Hair Manual You NEED to Read

Ditch the endless blowouts and flat ironing and check out these products and styling tips that'll transform unmanageable hair into gorgeous curls and waves

by Lila Glick

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Be Picky with Styling Products Willhite explains that it's important to protect hair from environmental stressors by using a product that nourishes and hydrates, like a leave-in conditioner/primer. Her go-to is Ouidad Whipped Curls Daily Conditioner & Styling Primer, $26. Depending on the texture of your hair, you can add a styling cream or even a water-based gel to control frizz. The curlier and coarser your hair, the more likely you'll want to use a heavier cream or gel to define your curls. If your hair is on the wavier side, you'll probably prefer a lightweight styling cream or mousse to avoid weighing hair down.

Finally, pick out the right finishing product to tame flyaways and add shine. Willhite. recommends Ouidad Mongongo Oil, $36. It forms a natural protective film over hair fibers and defends your hair from environmental aggressors.

We're also big fans of Morrocanoil Treatment, $39, and Tresemme Flawless Curls Lotion Creme, $4.99, for curl styling.

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