Hair Care
8 Reasons Your Curls Won't LastGot limp curls? Here's what you're doing all wrong -- plus, how to curl your hair the right way |
You Touch or Brush Your Curls Too Much Contrary to what you've heard, you really can touch or brush your curls after styling. "For a relaxed look, spray a flexible hairspray on the On Set Pro Brush, $42, and brush through the curls," Potempa says. "For a more natural, beachy curl, run your fingers through the curls to break them up."
Again, the key is waiting until your curls are totally cool. "A lot of women are tempted to touch or brush through the curls immediately after curling, but letting them cool is essential to making them last for a few days," Potempa says.
Avoid the impulse to fuss with your hair by putting on your makeup -- or picking out your clothes and getting dressed -- immediately after you're done curling. Also resist the urge to play with your hair throughout the day; the natural oils on your hands will relax your curls.
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Again, the key is waiting until your curls are totally cool. "A lot of women are tempted to touch or brush through the curls immediately after curling, but letting them cool is essential to making them last for a few days," Potempa says.
Avoid the impulse to fuss with your hair by putting on your makeup -- or picking out your clothes and getting dressed -- immediately after you're done curling. Also resist the urge to play with your hair throughout the day; the natural oils on your hands will relax your curls.
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