Curly hair 4c: treatment, finishing, care... everything about the type of hair!

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31/ Curly hair 4c: treatment, finishing, care... everything about the type of hair!

4C curly hair needs specific care to be even more beautiful; check out the treatment, finishing, cutting and more tips! (Photo: Instagram @osnapitzsar)

As it is drier, 4C hair needs a lot of hydration and capillary nutrition (Photo: Instagram @iamzoefoster)

Moisturizing shampoos are one of the best products for 4C hair (Photo: Instagram @simplycyn)Moisturizing shampoos are one of the best products for 4C hair

When finishing curly hair, bet on tape and texturizing techniques such as the little coconuts and the twist (Photo: Instagram @creolenaturelle)

The tapered hair is a short 4C haircut that emphasizes the shape and volume of the strands

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Treating frizzy and curly hair correctly ensures greater control over the natural characteristics of these strands. And that means you will no longer struggle to get definition or use frizz and volume to your advantage. It's true that curled strands are a real surprise, but by mastering the right washing, care and finishing skills, everything becomes easier. And in this matter, the tips are aimed at the owners of the beautiful 4C hair. Want to know all about these highlights? Come with us!

Discover the characteristics of 4C curly hair

Do you know how to differentiate 4C hair from 4A, 4B curls and type 5 curly hair? Not? We explain: these highlights have as their main feature the zigzag-shaped strands that form almost imperceptible curls. Normally, 4C curly hair is very thin and dry, which facilitates the formation of knots, especially at the ends, and frizz. While 4A and 4B hair form curls more easily, those with 4C hair will need to invest in texturing techniques to define the locks - unlike type 5 curly hair, which does not achieve definition.

Pre-poo is an essential step to facilitate hair hygiene 4C

Do you already know the word of pre-poo? This technique is wonderful for curly hair, but it is still not widespread among women with 4C hair. The method consists of applying specific creams or vegetable oils to the strands 30 minutes to one hour before washing. With these products on the threads, the next step is to undo the knots with your fingers.

This step cuts down on the long minutes it takes to detangle curly hair and prevents breakage from over-handling. In addition, it prevents the shampoo from drying out the locks, which, like other types of curls, already have a greater tendency to be dry at the ends.

Shampoos with moisturizing action reduce the dryness of curly hair

In addition to pre-pooing, choosing the right shampoo for curly hair is key to preventing dryness. Shampoos with moisturizing action are one of the best products for 4C hair, as they are designed to moisturize without harming the strands and are generally rich in highly moisturizing and nutritious vegetable oils and butters.

The way to wash curly hair also makes all the difference: shampoo should only be applied to the scalp and never directly to lengths and ends. The cleaning of these areas of the hair is due to the foam that travels through the strands during the emulsion and the rinse. Another tip is to make smooth movements with your fingers so as not to embarrass the locks and avoid breakage when combing.

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How and when to moisturize: 4C hair should be treated with a mask weekly

Curly hair is naturally drier. And this happens because the oil produced at the root cannot reach the ends because of the “Z” format that the wires have. This can leave them dull, rough, limp and frizzy - traits no diva likes, right?

To combat dryness and avoid these little problems, hydration is a treatment that cannot be missing from the routine of those with 4C hair. Based on the capillary schedule, hydration must be done at least once a week and with a specific mask for curly or curly hair.

Pay attention to the ingredients in the composition and bet on formulas with ingredients with high moisturizing power, such as linseed. To make your life easier, our diva tip is Niely's Cachos do Seu Jeito hydration cream.

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Nutrition is the most important step in the hair schedule for curly hair

Due to the greater tendency to dryness due to lack of oil, nutrition ends up being the main step in the 4C hair capillary schedule. The replacement of lipids will make your strands more malleable, soft, nourished and very shiny, in addition to reducing frizz.

So it's worth investing in masks rich in super nutritious vegetable oils. Coconut oil is a darling in the beauty world and treatment creams with the oil in their composition are one of the best options for hair nutrition on 4C curly hair. If you still don't have one at home, our tip is the Nutrição Mágica mask, which in addition to coconut oil has avocado in its composition, another ingredient rich in lipids, to say goodbye to dryness once and for all.

Test different styling techniques on 4C curly hair to find the best result

Finalization is something very personal because it depends on the taste of each one. While some divas love a big volume, others prefer to have a lot of definition or both. Fitting, texturing with twists or little buns and blowout are some of the techniques that value the best that curly hair has to offer, the first being more suitable for those looking for more definition and the last for those who like volume.

When it comes to finishing, the combing cream cannot be left out, after all it is responsible for 50% of the result and every self-respecting frizz must have at least one at home. In addition to a good combing cream for curly or curly hair, be sure to try finishers such as Pudding for Definition and Gelatin for Volumão to achieve the look you want.

It is worth remembering that these products serve much more than just styling curly hair, they also help control frizz, facilitate detangling and keep the strands hydrated and nourished, especially if they are rich in oils and moisturizing actives. There are also formulas with a UV filter that protect locks from the sun and thus help prevent dryness.

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How to detangle 4C hair: tips to avoid hair breakage

Did you know that the way you comb your hair can also impact their health and beauty? And for those with curly hair, this stage of the care routine is even more important: as the strands are thin and easily form knots, it is essential to be careful not to cause breakage.

For this reason, always start at the ends, gently undoing the knots with a wide-toothed comb, and work your way up little by little. To make the process easier, it's worth dividing the hair into locks to untangle them separately and apply your treatment cream or comb lock by lock, making gloving movements.

Use a revitalizing spray to style curly hair the day after

It is super common for curly and curly hair to lose some of its definition the day after washing, the famous day after. This happens due to the contact between the strands and the pillow overnight, which undoes the curls due to friction with the pillowcase fabric.

But don't despair, diva, you won't have to wash your hair and redo the finish from scratch as long as you have a revitalizing spray at home. With a few sprays of this little product on dry hair, you'll reactivate the curls and you're ready to go! To help recover the definition, it is worth betting on the dedoliss or even on the tape in the areas of the hair that are less defined.

And how do I make a revitalization spray? Although some homemade recipes can help, the best choice - especially for those who like practicality - is to bet on the Day After Spray from the Cachos do Seu Jeito line which, in addition to reactivating the curls, also moisturizes, offers UV protection and thermal protection for those who use it. the diffuser, in addition to anti-frizz and anti-pollution action.

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What are the best cuts for 4C curly hair?

Finding a good 4C haircut is a lot easier than you think, diva. With the revolution of curls and the movement towards acceptance of natural hair, many trends emerged aimed at valuing these locks.

The tapered haircut is a great example of this and a good choice for anyone looking for a short curly haircut that is stylish. Inspired by a classic '90s look, it's all about leaving the nape and sides of the hair smooth, while the top is left voluminous - perfect for those with curly hair.

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For medium-length hair, the heart cut is a good alternative. Created especially for curly and frizzy hair, this cut has layered sides that decrease in size as they approach the nape of the neck, which balances the volume of the strands and creates a delicate and modern shape.

Layered cuts are also good choices for those with long hair who want to shape the locks without taking away all the volume. The V cut is one of the best known with these proposals and one of the most adopted by curly and curly hair with long strands. But those are just a few suggestions, okay diva? There are several cuts that look amazing on 4C curly hair and you are free to experiment with the one that best suits your style!

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