5 Reasons Curls Fall Flat & How to Prevent It

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Do your curls fall straight by the end of the day or by day 2? Let’s dive into the 5 reasons curls fall flat and how to make your curls last longer.

Special thanks to Curlsmith for partnering with me for this video. Curlsmith currently has BOGO half-off jumbo and full-sized products now until February 15, 2023.

5 Reasons Curls Fall Flat

1. Problem: Using too much water when styling
   Solution: Towel-dry curls after washing, damp style and add water as needed
   
   BONUS TIP: Add Curlsmith Volume Lotion for volume
   
2. Problem: Too much moisture
   1. Problem: Using too heavy products with thick formulas or a lot of oils & butters
      Solution: Use lightweight cream options such as Weightless Air Dry Cream, Feather-Light Protein Cream, or Shine Cream
   2. Problem: Using too much cream, softening your gel’s hold too much
      Solution:
      -Use only what your hair needs
      -Emulsify to spread it around
      -Focus it on dry areas like the ends
      -Add more water
3. Problem: Not using enough hold
   Solution: Use a strong hold gel such as Curlsmith Souffle, In-Shower Style Fixer, or Shine Gel
   
   If you’re not getting a cast, use more gel and less cream and water. If you don’t like the look of strong hold gels, use a light hold gel like the Shape Up Aqua Gel, and then just add a light glaze of strong hold on top.
   
   BONUS TIP: Brush style for longer-lasting curls
   
4. Problem: Not diffusing and air drying instead
   Solution: Diffuse to “set” the curl pattern and the gel cast
5. Problem: Not protecting curls overnight
   Solution: Sleep with a bonnet and a satin or silk pillowcase. Avoid pineapples as they stretch the curls out.

Finish with an oil to lock in moisture such as the Curlsmith Bonding Oil.

Remember that loose curls and waves are going to fall. It’s normal and natural, so there’s only so much you can do. Damaged hair will also not last as long because it cannot hold onto moisture. However, it gets better in time as hair health improves.

Day 2 Results

I love my results on next-day hair with this Curlsmith combo. The Shine Gel gives a “grit” to the hair that really helps with volume. It requires minimal refreshing on day 2 and can be reactivated with just water. My curls still held up and did not fall limp.

Products Used:

• Curlsmith Full Body Thickening Lotion
• Curlsmith Feather-light Protein Cream
• Curlsmith Fragrance-Free Shine Gel
• Tangle Teezer Naturally Curly Detangling Brush
• Curlsmith Microfiber Towel
• Curlsmith Defrizzion Hair Dryer & XXL Diffuser
• CURL KEEPER – Roller Jaw Clamps
• LILYSILK Silk Sleep Cap Concise Style, 12% off LILYSILK with code Gena12

Watch my video on How to Get Volume at the Roots for more help.