How to Make Your Hair Curly (For Real)
Whether your hair is naturally curly, wavy, or straight, there’s always a way to get some curl action going. Here's how to do it depending on your hair
If You Already Have Natural Curls (Types 3 & 4)
You probably already have curls—they just need a little love to pop.
Here’s what to do:
Start on damp or soaking wet hair—that’s when your curls form best.
Use a curl cream, gel, or mousse. Something that says “curl defining” or “curl enhancer” is your best bet.
Pick a method:
Shingling: Smooth product through small sections with your fingers.
Finger coils: Take tiny sections and twirl them around your finger.
Twist-out or braid-out: Twist or braid your hair with product, let it dry, then take it down for big, juicy curls.
Wash and go: Just rake the product through, scrunch a little, and let it do its thing.
Drying tip: Air drying works, but using a diffuser on low heat gives extra volume and bounce without the frizz.
If Your Hair is Straight or Wavy (Types 1 & 2)
No natural curls? No worries—you’ve got options.
No heat methods:
Braid or twist your damp hair before bed, then unravel in the morning.
Try flexi rods, perm rods, or foam rollers—wrap damp hair, let it dry, and boom—curls.
Do pin curls by rolling sections up and pinning them flat to your head.
With heat:
Spray on a heat protectant first.
Use a curling iron or wand—smaller barrels make tighter curls.
Hold the curls in place with a light hairspray or mousse.
Some Quick Curl Tips for Everyone
Hydration is key—dry hair just doesn’t curl well. Moisturize often.
Use the right products—curl creams, gels, and mousses that help bring definition.
Don’t overload your hair with heavy stuff—it’ll weigh the curls down.
Trim your ends regularly—dead ends make curls look frizzy or messy.
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