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How to Detangle Curly Hair

How to Detangle Curly Hair

Detangling is often seen as the bane of being a curly girl or guy, raise your hand if you’ve been frustrated by trying to remove...

8 minutes read | Keysha Davis

How to Get Soft Curly Hair 

How to Get Soft Curly Hair

Soft curls are the gold standard when it comes to what’s considered healthy hair. When curls are soft it indicates that strands contain the exact...

8 minutes read | Keysha Davis

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How to Get Bouncy Curls

There’s just something about big bouncy curls. They exude a playfulness, healthy vitality, and an undeniable fierce factor. Bouncy curls are considered the ultimate in...

9 minutes read | Keysha Davis

5 Benefits of Avocado Oil for Curly Hair

5 Benefits of Avocado Oil for Curls

When it comes to curly hair, choosing the right ingredients can make all the difference in how your hair looks, feels, and holds up throughout...

6 minutes read | Gena Marie

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A Fresh New Look, the Same Curlsmith Love: Here’s What’s New!

Curlfriends, gather round because we’ve got something exciting to share! At Curlsmith, we’ve always been more than just haircare. We’re a community. A family of...

5 minutes read | Sharley Butcher

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How to Use A Curl Wand

If you are a novice to styling with a curling tong and curious to know how to use a curl wand on all hair lengths,...

9 minutes read | Kelle Author

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How to Use a Curling Wand on Long Hair

If you’re all about embracing your natural curls (like us), you might have sworn off heated styling tools - including both straighteners and curlers. It’s...

11 minutes read | Kelle Author

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How To Use A Curling Wand on Short Hair

Curling wands are perfect for short hair and tighter curl types. If you're new to using a curling wand, you might be wondering if it’s...

11 minutes read | Kelle Author

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How to Protect Curly Hair from Heat Damage

Heat protection for curly hair is something you’ll need to consider if you are using heat styling tools on a regular basis. Failing to apply a...

10 minutes read | Kelle Author

Best Clarifying Shampoo for Curly Hair

Best Clarifying Shampoo for Curly Hair

While a traditional shampoo is ideal for weekly maintenance, occasionally you will need a helping hand to do the heavy lifting, which is when a...

7 minutes read | Kelle Author

Wavy Wash Day Routine for Defined & Hydrated Hair

Wavy Wash Day Routine for Defined & Hydrated Hair

Embracing your natural waves is a journey, whether you're just starting to notice those natural bends in your hair or retiring the straighteners to commit...

5 minutes read | Sharley Butcher

Wash Day Routine for Defined Coily Hair

Wash Day Routine for Defined Coily Hair

Coily hair is beautifully unique. Embracing your natural coils requires the right knowledge and the best products to define them and keep them thriving. 

5 minutes read | Sharley Butcher

Wash Day Routine for Soft & Bouncy Curly Hair

Wash Day Routine for Soft & Bouncy Curly Hair

Caring for curly hair can be both exciting and challenging, especially for those new to embracing their natural curls. That is why we have devised...

6 minutes read | Sharley Butcher

How to Battle Humidity with Hairspray

How to Battle Humidity with Hairspray

Hairspray can be an effective way to help protect hair from the effects of humidity. Curly hair, in particular, can become frizzy and frazzled in...

8 minutes read | Arielle Steele

Best Protein-Rich Products for Curly Hair

Best Protein-Rich Products for Curly Hair

Hair is naturally made up of a protein called keratin, and as it becomes damaged, protein is lost from the hair and its structure becomes...

8 minutes read | Gaia Tonanzi

Everything You Need to Know About Shake + Shine

Everything You Need to Know About Shake + Shine

You spoke, and we listened. Shake + Shine is our new refresher mist that will help revive your curls. This bi-phase water/oil is the perfect...

3 minutes read | Sharley Butcher

Introducing new Volume Recipes

Introducing new Volume Recipes

The best volumizing products for curly hair have arrived in the form of a whole new recipe; Curlsmith has heard your concerns and come through...

6 minutes read | Sharley Butcher

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The Best Volumizing Products for Curly Hair

The best volumizing products work to infuse curls with body, bounce and lift. Some of the tell-tale signs that your curls, coils or waves may...

9 minutes read | Keysha Davis

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Is Hairspray Bad For Your Hair?

From taming unruly frizz to adding humidity resistance to holding the hair in place, hairspray can be useful for all hair types and curl patterns....

9 minutes read | Sharley Butcher

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Best Products for Frizzy Curly Hair

Frizz has become a ‘dirty’ word in the curly world. It is something that many curlies try to eradicate altogether, but we are here to...

9 minutes read | Shosh Stokes

Frizz Control products

Introducing the Anti-Frizz Recipe

Frizzy curls are an issue most curl friends face; therefore, we have launched a new 4-piece collection of products that help to control frizz. The...

5 minutes read | Sharley Butcher

The Best Hairspray to Hold Your Curls In Place

The Best Hairspray to Hold Your Curls In Place

Hairspray is typically a product associated with straight hair and heat-styled looks because most hairsprays contain ingredients that can be drying for naturally curly and...

8 minutes read | Gena Marie

All New Compact Defrizzion Dryer

All New Compact Defrizzion Dryer

In this blog post, we'll dive into the exciting features and benefits of this revolutionary travel essential that will change the game for your travel...

3 minutes read | Sharley Butcher

Curlsmith Essential Travel Trio

Curlsmith Essential Travel Trio

When traveling, it's essential to have curly haircare products to keep your tresses moisturized and hydrated. However, bringing full-sized products can be inconvenient and even...

3 minutes read | Sharley Butcher

Jelly vs Gel

Different Types of Hair Gels

Finding the right gel for your hair type and using the right techniques allows you to achieve all the benefits of gel such as definition...

9 minutes read | Gena Marie

Flawless Finish Hairspray

Flawless Finish Hairspray

Hair spray for curly hair is finally here; Curlsmith has cracked the code to balance the benefits of hair sprays that are curl friendly without...

3 minutes read | Sharley Butcher

Styling Wavy Hair with Effortless Waves

How To Use Effortless Waves on Fine, Damaged Hair

Styling fine, damaged wavy hair can be challenging, as your waves may have lost their elasticity due to chemical or mechanical damage. Using styling products...

4 minutes read | Sharley Butcher

Styling Wavy Hair with Effortless Waves

Styling Wavy Hair with Effortless Waves

Curlsmith has launched a new product specifically for wavy hair. The new and amazing Effortless Waves will help to moisturize, enhance and define your waves...

5 minutes read | Sharley Butcher

Bamboo Pick

Bamboo Pick

3 minutes read | Sharley Butcher

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How To Use Curl Cream on Waves, Curls & Coils

Curl creams can bring a myriad of benefits to all hair types, from the driest, coarsest of locks to even the most baby-fine of curls....

7 minutes read | Shosh Stokes

Bond Curl Rehab Salve

Bond Curl Rehab Salve

4 minutes read | Sharley Butcher

Best Leave-In Conditioner for Curls, Waves & Coils

Best Leave-In Conditioner for Curls, Waves & Coils

Finding the best leave-in conditioner for curly hair is a must as it’s a crucial step to a successful wash day routine. Some may skip...

7 minutes read | Sharley Butcher

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Introducing Essential Moisture Shampoo and Conditioner

The Essential Moisture Shampoo and Conditioner form an ideal pair for every curl type. Regardless of your texture, ensuring hydration and moisture is crucial. Make...

5 minutes read | Sharley Butcher

Four-Step Method With Moisture Recipe

Four-Step Method With Moisture Recipe

Curlsmith has a four-step method to make every wash day successful. We are excited to reveal that launching our new Essential Moisture Shampoo and Conditioner...

6 minutes read | Sharley Butcher

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Co-Wash vs Shampoo: What’s Best For Curls?

Shampoos & co-washes are both cleansers. But which one is best for curls & which actually cleanses your hair more?

6 minutes read | Gena Marie

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What is Co-Wash?

Co-washing is a popular cleansing method for curly hair types. But what is a co-wash? Find out now in our ultimate guide!

3 minutes read | Sharley Butcher

Wash & Go

Wash & Go

5 minutes read | Sharley Butcher

Best gels for curly hair

Best Gels For Curly Hair

The best gels for curly hair are great for hold and definition, but have you ever tried to search for one online? The choice is...

7 minutes read | Sharley Butcher

Wash Day With Our Best Sellers Kit

Wash Day With Our Best Sellers Kit

5 minutes read | Sharley Butcher

Curlsmith Glossary

Curlsmith Glossary

10 minutes read | Sharley Butcher

Best Curly Hair Products

Best Curly Hair Products

12 minutes read | Sharley Butcher

Full Body Thickening Lotion

Full Body Thickening Lotion

4 minutes read | Sharley Butcher

Everything You Need to Know About a Pre-Poo Treatment

Everything You Need to Know About a Pre-Poo Treatment

5 minutes read | Sharley Butcher

15 Best Products For Shiny Hair

15 Best Products For Shiny Hair

If you’re looking to enhance shine on your curls, you should focus on styling products. While shampoo and conditioners may help with shine, as they...

10 minutes read | Gena Marie

Hair Oil 101: Explore Curlsmith’s Best

Hair Oil 101: Explore Curlsmith’s Best

5 minutes read | Sharley Butcher

What's the right way to use hair oils?

What's the right way to use hair oils?

Is it better to use oils on dry or wet hair? As a leave-in or rinse-out product? Explore 4 ways to add them to your routine.

5 minutes read | Gena Marie

5 Benefits of Using Hair Oils in your Curly Routine

5 Benefits of Using Hair Oils in your Curly Routine

Hair oil is vital for curl health & appearance. Explore the benefits different oils can bring to your routine based on your needs.

5 minutes read | Gena Marie

How to Choose the Best Hair Oil for your Curl Type

How to Choose the Best Hair Oil for your Curl Type

Not all hair oils are the same. Depending on their properties, they may suit certain hair types and provide different benefits.

6 minutes read | Gena Marie

Before you buy another hair supplement - read this.

Before you buy another hair supplement - read this.

Do you really need hair supplements, or is it all just a hype? Learn the truth about healthy hair nutrition from a licensed trichologist.

7 minutes read | Afope Atoyebi

Step-by-Step Guide to Co-Washing

Step-by-Step Guide to Co-Washing

Co-washing has surged in popularity in recent years, but there is a lot of misinformation online. How do you do it properly?

6 minutes read | Gena Marie