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Those withcurly hairknow that curls are quite, how should we say this,independent.

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There’s no one-size-fits-all approach; you have to find the best routine for you."

“Natural oils such as coconut and macadamia work great to moisturize and add shine to curly hair.

Using your fingertips, apply a styling cream to each individual curl strand by twisting it around the finger.

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This technique with the styling cream will help separate the curls while adding shine and softness.”

Embracing the natural curl pattern of your hair is another essential part of the puzzle.

Once you understand how your curls think and follow their lead, styling is a breeze.

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But, it’s also good to have a backup plan when those not-so-great days do strike.

“It’s best to start with super wet hair.

“Applying your styling product to super wet hair [is] basically wet-setting your natural texture.”

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HairstylistChuck Amosagrees that defining curls is best done while the hair is soaking wet.

He also notes that keeping frizz to a minimum depends a lot on the defrizzing product you use.

“I use a wide-tooth comb to double-check every strand of hair is saturated.

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Then, with a flexible diffuser, I dry the hair.

While drying, it’s important not to move the hair,” he advises.

Gibson likes to use theShooting Star Texture Meringuefrom his namesake brand Starring by Ted Gibson.

Photo of a woman with tightly curled hair styling her hair in the bathroom mirror.

Our favorites include twoBest of Beauty winners:Rucker Roots Texture Styling Mousseand theAuthentic Beauty Concept Amplify Mousse.

The Best of Beauty-winningFelicia Leatherwood Detangler Brushis a tool stylists and consumers alike absolutelyswearby.

TheTangle Teezer for thick and curly hairis another good option, though Francois prefers his brand’s3-in-1 Style Comb.

“Be sensitive to your hair’s personality on the day.

“Using a diffuser likeT3 Cura Luxeand the twisting technique is ideal, along with the right products likeNatureLab.

Tokyo Perfect Repair Leave In Treatmentand even distribution.”