Have you ever woken up scared because you just know that underneath the bonnet is a hair helmet, and you only have an hour to leave the house, maybe less? And your natural hair is definitely not frizz-free.
But a rushed morning routine isn’t the solution for maintaining curl definition, nor is risking being late for work.
The truth is, many common morning habits are secretly sabotaging your hair health, natural hairstyles and curl definition without you even realising it.
The short answer - if there was one - would be 'you're probably doing too much’
Morning Rush Solutions
You’re in a rush, so you’re likely a little stressed, and when we’re stressed, we don’t always treat our hair with the best of care. So here’s what we suggest for your morning hair routine:
Put some calming music on like classical music and take five minutes to assess the situation. Sometimes it’s just about shaking your hair free from the hair helmet. Other times, you might have to utilise a cute scarf for a curly hairstyle.
But mostly, it’s about getting your spray bottle out and spot treating the few frizzies you have.
What also helps for me is to get out some hair bobbles to reduce shrinkage, and in minutes, my hair goes from bed hair to ready-to-leave-the-house hair.
No Crunch No Long Lasting Curls
Having a great morning routine relies almost entirely on a good wash day. I am currently on day 5 hair, and I have barely used any curly hair products since including water. My secret? Ensuring I achieve that satisfying ‘crunch’ on wash day, which naturally softens days pass while maintaining curl definition.
I don’t use gels weekly because I alternate with creams, as gels can sometimes dry out my hair. This means I don’t always reach seven plus days between washes and occasionally need to refresh my hair with the best hair products for curly hair(check out my recommendations in the next section).
Tip: When using gel, make sure to style your hair when it’s wet not damp and use strong or medium hold gels to get the cast you desire. Layer your gels (two gels maximum) and always prime your hair with a leave in conditioner.
And if you prefer creams, again, style your hair whilst wet and take time to finger coil sections for ultimate frizz control. Again, I can’t stress this enough - never go to bed with wet.
Product Recommendations For Morning Ready Hair
I want to recommend I Create Hold from Innersense because it is a product that has never let my natural hair down, but to risk being boring and repetitive, let's recommend some other amazing curl products that will revolutionise your morning routine.
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The Bali Curls Curl Defining Gel
I first discovered the gel whilst I was in Germany as I needed something small that I would finish there. I loved it and didn't struggle with it at all. My brother, however, got flakes because he didn't use a leave-in conditioner first – so remember, if you pair this with a good leave-in, you'll get beautiful, defined curls.
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The Bali Curls Strong Hold Flaxseed Gel
This is another great, strong hold gel option and will have your hair defined, hydrated and healthy.
It’s worth noting that both Bali Curls gels come in 150ml sizes, so I can imagine they will last between one to two months for one person. At about £12.99 each, that's half the price of ICH (I Create Hold), but ICH typically lasts me between 4-6 months, so I get more use out of it in the long run.
That being said, you don't actually need much gel with these products – what you need is a lot of water, so you might get longer than two months of use. I suggest trying one of these gels to see how long it lasts for you and if you like the results. A good gel is worth investing in (a gel that works for your specific hair type, as I've tried many that didn't work for me).
And for the cream lovers out there, try the Skala Mais Cachos Hair Treatment Cream or if you're only into Bali Curls, go for the hydrating curl cream.
Where to Find the Best Hair Products for Your Morning Routine
Looking for great products that make your wash day results last? You can buy our curly hair products online or visit our curly hair shop in Romford. We're your one-stop beauty supply shop in Essex and online.
Whether you need a gel, a cream or some beauty products, we've got you covered with options for every hair type and concern.
