hair (locs) that are natural and carefree and do not require combing. Loc styles can be worn in long, short, or medium lengths. Popular hairstyles can be made from locs, like those with braids, twists, and cornrows, such as updos and buns, which express fashionable loc hairstyles.
Many curly hairstyles are suitable for long naturally curly hair that does not require cutting, such as braided twists, cornrows, and loc styles (Gaby, 2024). Stylists use braids, twists, and cornrows to create many fashionable styles, including updos, ponytails, and buns. Locs styles allow natural curls to lock or tangle together to form ropes of
TIPS FOR CUTTING CURLY HAIR
and curl patterns range from slightly wavy to excessively curly. Considering these variations, it is essential to recall tips for cutting curly hair in the all haircutting techniques presented in Table 2, such as when cutting wet, allowing room for shrinkage, and using minimal tension. Create strong angles and elevate less when cutting curly hair because curly hair naturally graduates. Leave longer lengths when the goal is to weigh down the hair and maintain longer shapes. Utilize texturizing techniques to remove weight and bulk, working primarily with freehand notching and point cutting. Lastly, razors should not be used to cut curly hair.
Curly hair can be cut using basic haircutting techniques learned in any cosmetology program, such as clipper and shear cutting techniques for short and long hairstyles. Professional stylists also learn how to create different effects in hairstyles, for instance, thinning, reducing and adding volume, and creating a fuller look. The movement of curly hair must be understood using different cutting methods, including when cutting wet and dry hair. The results of cutting the different types of naturally curly hair are always different than those achieved when cutting straight hair. As mentioned earlier in this course, hair texture can be fine, medium, or coarse. Hair density is labeled as thick or thin,
Table 2: Tips for Cutting Curly Hair Tip When cutting wet, allow room for shrinkage.
Explanation
Curlier hair shrinks more than straight hair. The more curl, the more shrinkage. Every 0.6 centimeter of wet curly hair that is cut will shrink 2.5 centimeters (1 inch) when dried. A wide-tooth comb helps to provide minimal tension. More tension causes the hair to stretch, causing even more shrinkage when dry. Naturally curly hair graduates on its own, so when creating hairstyles with solid angles, the stylist should use less elevation when cutting the hair. The expansion of curly hair is more significant than that of straight hair. When creating lengthy hairstyles, leave lengths longer to prevent the style from being too short and to maintain the style’s shape. Texturizing creates spiky or wispy effects and removes bulk from the hairstyle without shortening the hair.
When cutting, use minimal tension.
Create strong angles and elevate less when cutting curly hair because curly hair naturally graduates. Leave longer lengths when wanting to weigh down the hair and maintain longer shapes. Utilize texturizing techniques to remove weight and bulk, working primarily with freehand notching and point cutting. As a general rule, curly hair is not cut with a razor.
Cutting curly hair with a razor slices the curl pattern, weakens the cuticle, and creates frizz.
STYLING TIPS FOR NATURALLY CURLY HAIR
● Use tricks while sleeping to keep curls defined, such as silk pillows, scrunchies, and pineappling the hair to the highest point of the head. ● Depending on the curly hair type, let hair dry naturally to protect the curl pattern, or use a diffuser to add body and even curl pattern (Teich, 2022). Naturally curly hair is more intricate than normal hair for both cutting and styling. Being able to understand tips and tricks for appropriately working with curly hair will help you in your salon.
Naturally, curly hair can be cut and styled in many ways. No matter the curl type, whether the hair texture is thick or thin, or the diameter of the hair, curly hair requires a particular care routine. The care of curly hair involves practices that differ from any other texture. Naturally, curly hair requires less shampooing, more hydration, and undoubtedly more patience than straight hair. The idea is to keep the hair healthy with solid and shiny curls through easy maintenance. (Teich, 2022) Tips for styling naturally curly hair include: ● Comb the hair from the bottom of the strand up to the ● Keep hair hydrated and curls defined by using a one- step hydrator or a mixer of a natural oil, curl mouse, smoothing serum, and style gel, known as a product cocktail, to treat the hair. ● When wanting to show the curly hair pattern, never use heavy products on the hair. ● To avoid disturbing the curl pattern, apply products using wet hands and the praying hands method. base to prevent tangling and breakage. ● Trim hair regularly to avoid split ends.
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