It’s good to know what the SUN actually does to your curls.
The sun dries out your curls – it literally pulls the moisture from your hair. And what happens then? Exactly, frizzy, exploded curls. Here’s how you can limit that as much as possible during warm days.
Curly hair absorbs products and of course water more than “normal” hair. While all hair types are porous to some degree, curly, damaged, or dry hair is even more sensitive because of its structure. Of course, this also depends on your curl type.
Guess what your curls soak up as soon as you jump into a refreshing swimming pool? That’s right, chlorine! And if you dive into the sea? Exactly, salt!
Sun and frizzy curls
The 3 important “V’s” to remember:
- Vocht – Water (Moisture – Water)
- Voeding – Curls Control (Nourishment – Curls Control)
- Verzorging – Styling your curls (for example, protection with a hat or a pretty scarf)
▪️Did you know that curly hair is made up of about 80% moisture?
▪️So is it any wonder your curls frizz faster when the weather changes?
Of course not. The sun (and in winter, the heating) causes the moisture in your curls to evaporate.
Do I need to change my routine?
No, of course not – that’s nonsense. The only thing you need to do is add moisture back into your curls. After all, the products are still in your hair. Your hair doesn’t suddenly change its structure, thickness, or amount.
When should you adjust your routine a little?
▪️If you let the sun evaporate the moisture from your curls and dry them out,
▪️and then let the sun burn onto your already dry curls, they will become damaged.
▪️If that happens, you will need to adjust your routine. Your curls will need some extra care, otherwise they’ll keep getting damaged. What they need then is a little more protein.
Solution:
▪️Add an extra drop of Moisturizer and Curl Crème to your routine. Don’t use too much product though, otherwise your curls will feel heavy and greasy. Also, treat your curls to a mask with the Moisturizer now and then. Check the flyer for details.
Did you know there’s a travel set of our full package? It includes:
▪️75 ml Cleanser
▪️75 ml Moisturizer
▪️75 ml Curl Crème (with UV filter)
▪️75 ml Curl Definer
Super handy 75 ml tubes!
And don’t forget the 200 ml spray bottle for your vacation or beach trip!
Tips: Protect your curls from the sun
▪️A swim cap would be best – but who actually does that? :-)
▪️Wear your curls in a loose bun.
▪️Put on a colorful hat or wrap a (silk) scarf around your curls to match your bikini. Super trendy and stylish!
▪️Before jumping into the sea or a chlorinated pool, wet your hair with clean water. If your curls are saturated with moisture, nothing else can get in. Pack the 200 ml spray bottle in your beach bag and/or the 75 ml Moisturizer to protect your curls from the harsh sun.
▪️After swimming, rinse briefly in the shower or with a bottle of clean water. Keep protecting your curls by applying some Moisturizer and putting that cute hat back on.
Keep your hair hydrated during hot days to avoid damage.
Did you find our tips helpful? Leave us a message – thank you in advance!
Warm regards,
The Curls Control Team
