10 Ingredients That Can Dry Out Curly Hair (Especially Fine Curls)

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Fine curls thrive with the right balance of moisture and care, but some ingredients can leave your hair feeling dry, tangled, or weighed down. Use this guide to identify common culprits and keep your curls hydrated, soft, and bouncy.

How to fix crunchy curls

I don’t like the way gel makes my hair feel. My curls feel so hard and crunchy after my hair dries. Am I doing something wrong?

Choosing the Right Styler for Fine Curly Hair: Your Guide to Humidity-Proofing Your Fine Curls This Summer

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While glycerin is a great, moisturizing product in other settings, it’s an ingredient best avoided by those with fine curly hair, especially if they live in humid climates. Glycerin increases the likelihood of your hair soaking up water from the air, leading to frizz and unpredictability.

Fine and Curly Girl Summer Care Guide

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As the chill recedes and the sun creeps back out, it’s time to celebrate summer in all its glory! That means vacations, barbecues, and all the sunshine we’ve spent the Winter craving. It can also mean humidity and damaging UV rays, but with the proper protection, you can enjoy the sunshine without fear of damaging … Read more