18 life-changing hacks for curly hair

1. Cover the sink with cling film before detangling your hair. Never clog the sink again.

2. When detangling your hair, use your fingers or a wide-tooth comb instead of a brush to prevent breakage and preserve the shape of your curls.

3. When combing or brushing your hair, gradually move upward instead of starting at the roots.

It's much easier to comb through knots at the ends first.

4. Before stepping into the shower, apply a deep conditioner to your hair, tuck it into a shower cap, and wash your body before washing your hair as normal. The steam from the shower will help lock in moisture.

5. Mix a small amount of sulfate-free shampoo with a lot of conditioner to make your own cleansing conditioner, which gently washes while it deeply moisturises. Apply the mixture to the crown of your head and thoroughly massage it into your scalp, focusing on just the roots (since this area is oilier) and letting it rinse toward the ends after a few minutes. This will clean your hair without stripping all the natural oils, which causes dry, brittle hair.

6. If you have extra-dry hair, skip shampoo completely and try "co-washing" or washing your hair with only conditioner once a week or as often as needed to prevent fluffy hair. If your hair lacks oil or moisture, you don't need shampoo.

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