Today’s curly girl and I have often been mistaken for sisters (probably because we are both short and have big hair) and I don’t mind one bit. She’s stunning! talented and has the type of spirit that makes you automatically comfortable in her presence. Here are her tips and tricks for curly locks.
5 random facts about you or your hair
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I did not always love my curls.
I spent an inordinate amount of time since I was a teen trying to coax my curls into submission with an arsenal of straightening irons, serums and relaxers. It is only after turning 30 that the self-acceptance on the whole came (including my truce with my hair). I now am fully appreciative of them.
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When I wear my hair natural it doubles in size from wet to dry, leaving me with an afro that easily resembles Diana Ross’.
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I get my regular trim of my ends from my mum. (Love my Warrior Woman Mum!)
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My curl pattern is somewhere between spiral curl and wave.
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I hate washing my hair! (Lol) Always have since I was small. I think it has something to do with the combing out of kinks.
4 products or activities you can’t live without
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Aunt Jacky curly custard. This stuff stuff is seriously the bomb diggity. I cannot live without it. It leaves my curls moisturised, shiny, soft and defined.
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L’oreal Extraordinary Oil shampoo and conditioner.
This range is specifically formulated for dry hair and leaves my hair smelling wonderful and feeling soft.
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Kair Strengthening Silicon Serum.
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My mum’s regular trims (roughly every 6 weeks).
Not only do they get rid of dry ends but it’s a proper bonding session. I can’t get enough of those now that I’m married and no longer live with my parents.
3 tips for other curly girls
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Skip the brushing.
Use your fingers for a natural finish that won’t break the curl.
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Stop fighting your natural hair.
You’re beautiful as God made you and that includes your crowning glory. Yes, even on the days when your hair is acting like a petulant 2-year-old and just won’t do what it’s told.
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Satin pillow = no ‘swirlkous’. I’ve worn a stocking with satin fibres in it for years but a satin pillowcase is so much more comfortable and you don’t have a wake up regularly through the night to readjust it on your head.
2 misconceptions about curly hair
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People always assume that I ‘did something’ to make it curl. No love, it’s called ‘just add water’. No miracle potion.
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That curly hair doesn’t shrink. You bet your barnacles it does!
Hey so I took your advise and tried the Aunt Jackie’s Curl la la today for the first time and must say that I am impressed. I usually just leave in whichever conditioner I have and go… But I’m really liking how soft and non-stiff my curls are today. Thanks doll