Make Curly Hair Look Polished

Transform curls into truly polished locks.

Curly hair has a tendency to become dry, dull and brittle, since the hair's cuticle is rough. Using products specifically formulated for curly hair and consuming certain foods and supplements helps maintain the bouncy locks. This regimen also builds strength, prevents frizz, decreases cuticle damage and increases shine, giving the hair a smooth, polished appearance. The hair is just like the body, it needs to have a balance. By taking care of the hair from the inside out, the curls will become healthier and start to look radiant and glowing.

Instructions

Hair Products

1. Attach a chlorine shower filter to the showerhead. Tap water contains high amounts of chlorine, which strip the hair's natural oils, causing dull, damaged hair.

2. Wash the hair with a quarter size amount of moisturizing shampoo, and then rinse thoroughly with water. Apply a generous amount of moisturizing conditioner to the ends of the hair, and then lather the conditioner up toward the scalp. Leave the conditioner on for 3 minutes. Rinse thoroughly with water.

3. Let the hair air dry, since blow dryers cause curls to frizz. If time limitations exist, attach a diffuser to a blow dryer and use on a low setting.

4. Apply frizz relief serum to curls after drying to create a polished appearance. Use a wide tooth comb to gently work the serum through the hair. Style hair as usual.

Diet and Nutrition

5. Drink 8 to 10 glasses of spring water each day. Keeping the body fully hydrated helps curly hair remain soft, supple and shiny.

6. Eat foods rich in protein to increase curly hair's sheen and strength, reducing the probability of damaging it through snapping or splitting. Protein-rich foods include fish, nuts, chicken, meat, milk, cheese, cereals and spirulina. Spirulina is a protein-rich sea vegetable that contains healthy amino acids, enzymes and minerals.

7. Take vitamin B, vitamin C and cod liver oil supplements to increase scalp circulation and ensure the hair remains strong and shiny.

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