What is a good curly hair routine?
The right hair routine for curly hair can transform your strands from unpredictable to defined. The key is gentle cleansing, deep hydration, and strategic styling. This is the foundation for curly hair that’ll turn heads.
What is the curly girl hair method?
The curly girl method is all about moisture, definition, and minimal damage. It focuses on using gentle, sulfate-free shampoos, deep conditioning regularly, and avoiding heat or harsh ingredients.
Our products are designed to work in harmony with your hair’s natural structure, using innovation and time-honored rituals to deliver hydration, protection, and strength at every step. The goal? To enhance your natural curl pattern.
What order should I style my curly hair?
Keep your curls hydrated and full of movement. Let’s walk through the curly hair routine steps that will set your hair up for success — from scalp care to styling — while keeping your curls thriving between wash days.
A great curly haircare routine starts at the root—literally. Healthy hair growth and definition depend on a balanced scalp, free from buildup, excess oil, and dead skin cells. Cécred’s Clarifying Shampoo & Scalp Scrub combines a balance of exfoliants, fermented purple willow bark, and tea tree oil to cleanse and refresh the scalp, preparing it to absorb hydration.
Massage the shampoo into your scalp using circular motions with the pads of your fingertips. Then, work the lather down the strands in a downward motion, avoiding bunching the hair on top of your head. Let the suds rinse through your curls for a thorough cleanse. Massage for two minutes.
Step 2: Hydrate Without Weighing Curls Down
A curly hair wash routine should never leave hair feeling dry or tangled. Cécred’s Hydrating Shampoo gently cleanses while infusing moisture.
Focus shampoo on the scalp first, letting the formula naturally cleanse the hair shaft as you rinse.
Step 3: Strengthen & Restore Curl Elasticity
Curls need strength just as much as they need hydration. Cécred’s Reconstructing Treatment Mask repairs weak, damaged, or highly manipulated curls, restoring elasticity for bouncier, more resilient hair. And it leaves your bathroom smelling like our signature fragrance, Temple Oud.
Use Cécred’s Wide Tooth Comb to detangle while the mask is in your hair—this reduces breakage and keeps curls clumped together for better definition. Cover with a plastic cap and leave on for 15-20 minutes before rinsing. For deeper penetration, use a hooded dryer, heated cap, or steamer.
Step 4: Lock in Hydration & Detangle
Conditioning is non-negotiable after the Reconstructing Treatment Mask. Cécred’s Moisturizing Deep Conditioner features an ultra-rich formula to help define curls, while moisturizing, softening, and improving manageability.
Use Cécred’s Vented Paddle Brush to gently distribute the conditioner through curls, ensuring each strand absorbs the benefits while gently detangling. Leave it on for as short as 1 minute.
Step 6: Seal in Moisture for Long-Lasting Curls
How you dry your curls matters just as much as how you wash them. The key to the best curly hair routine? Sealing in moisture. Cécred’s Moisture Sealing Lotion keeps curls hydrated, defined, and frizz-free all day long.
How do I set my curly hair?
Depending on what you’re signature style, follow this guide:
For maximum definition: apply the Moisture Sealing Lotion to damp hair, working it through section by section before styling to lock in moisture and enhance curl formation.
For elongation: use the Moisture Sealing Lotion on stretched or damp hair, then style with tension to elongate curls while maintaining hydration and bounce.
For volume: apply the Moisture Sealing Lotion to damp hair, allow it to fully dry, then use Cécred’s Rake Comb to gently lift hair at the roots for added volume while maintaining hydration and definition.
For faster drying & enhanced shape: apply a small amount of the Moisture Sealing Lotion to damp hair, then diffuse with a blow dryer to set the style while keeping hair soft, moisturized, and defined.
Run the lotion through damp curls using your fingers to enhance definition.
Step 7: Finish With a Nourishing Oil
Seal and protect curls with a lightweight, nutrient-rich oil. Cécred’s Nourishing Hair Oil adds a soft shine and keeps curls looking fresh between wash days.
Apply a few drops to dry curls for added shine, or mix with the Moisture Sealing Lotion for extra hydration.
Try Cécred’s Foundation Collection to build moisture, strength, and definition into every step.