What order should you do your hair?

When it comes to hair care, Lee says the guideline is FSF: foundation (shampoo, conditioner, masks), structure (nourishing leave-ins and protectants), and finish (styling products and texture sprays).

What order do you layer hair products?

What should be applied first on hair?

First up, shampoo and conditioner

Shampoo goes on first, followed by the conditioner. Shampoo cleanses the scalp while conditioner seals moisture back into your locks. However, make sure to apply shampoo only to your scalp to avoid drying out your hair.

What order do you apply curl products?

Does oil or cream go first on hair?

Applying conditioning products, like hair oil, first will help the cuticle to lie flat, buying you a little extra time for adding any texturizing products before frizzies set in. Pro tip: After you've applied all of your hair products, try plopping your hair instead of blow-drying!

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What order should you moisturize hair?

LOC stands for Liquid, Oil and Cream and dictates in which order you need to apply these products. In other words when you are moisturizing your hair, you start with a liquid, then continue with an oil and finish with a cream.

Should you oil your scalp or ends?

Start at the scalp, and then “gently use your hands to apply oil to your mid-lengths and ends to give them much-needed moisture, especially if you colour or chemically treat your hair," she says.

What are the 4 basic curl patterns?

What goes first mousse or gel curly hair?

Apply your mousse first, then apply your gel for voluminous waves that will stay alive all day long. So, to recap… Mousse = adds volume and bounce to create the desired beach waves. Gel = holds the volume in place so that you can go about your day worry-free with long-lasting styled waves!

What should my curl routine be?

What is the 3 step method for hair?

The 3 step method states that the only steps you need to focus on for hydrated hair is: Cleansing – keep your hair clean. Conditioning – condition using your hair (and deep condition as needed) Styling – using quality stylers on damp hair to moisturize and define your hair.

What does conditioning your hair first do?

So applying conditioner first can act in the same way, protecting the hair against chemicals in shampoos, making it harder for shampoos to penetrate. This can help persevere moisture, natural oils and even hair color. This makes the technique particularly beneficial for someone with frizzy hair.

What should not apply on hair?

Does gel or mousse go first?

First apply mousse, then gel and then mousse again. You don't have to use two different mousse products, this can be the same one. Then you can scrunch your hair with a cotton t-shirt or microfiber towel and let it air dry or diffuse.

What goes first hair serum or hair oil?

Shampoo, conditioner, masks, mousse, gel, and any other hair product should be applied prior to a serum or oil. To apply both a serum and an oil as two separate steps, use the serum first. Following with the oil allows it to form a protective layer and trap the moisture from the serum you already applied.

Where should my layers start?

To maximise texture, softness and length begin the technique in the front, over the cheek bones, incorporating over-direction and elevation. A variation of long layers starts the front, over the cheek bones.

Should I use curl cream then mousse?

“I usually recommend curl cream for a base of moisture underneath gels or mousses,” she says. “Always air-dry or use a hovering motion with your diffuser to get excess moisture out. Then go in by scrunching your curls with your diffuser attachment.”

Should you use both curl cream and mousse?

It's also quite common for both creams and mousses to be used together for optimal definition and hydration. Don't be afraid to experiment to find what works best for your unique hair!

Does gel hold better than mousse?

It can also dry out if left exposed to the sun and air. Between gel and mousse, gel works harder in keeping hair in place. It does this job so well that with enough product applied, hair can remain stationary for a long time. It comes in different strengths, such as light hold, medium hold and strong hold.

What is the rarest curl type?

Coily Curls

The last, but most rare type of curl is the coily curl. This curl type is similar to that of an afro and when observed carefully, looks like the angular letter 'Z'. These curls require the most amount of moisture, as the hair type is much thicker than the other curl types.

What hair type is the Frizziest?

Type 2C hair waves start from the scalp and are thicker than other Type 2 hair types. This coarse hair type is the frizziest and forms a clearly defined “S” shape.

What do 3C curls look like?

Type 3C. 3C curls are tight corkscrews that range in circumference from a straw to a pencil, like you see her on Nathalie Emmanuel. Strands are densely packed together, giving way to lots of natural volume.

What is hair slugging?

Similar to skin slugging, hair slugging involves using oil to lock in moisture overnight. Except instead of letting the oil just sit on hair strands, hair slugging requires wrapping hair in a tube sock or bonnet to really lock it all in. Think of it as the final step in a nighttime hair care routine.

Is it good to apply oil on wet hair?

Absolutely. Applying the oil while the hair is wet will nourish and protect it from frizz and pollution as it dries into a subtly shiny version of its natural texture. Once the hair is dry, you may pump a touch more oil into your palm, rub it between your hands and smooth it over your lengths and ends.