u/samster_h

I am a mixed curlie needing some help with all the things! Photos provided are of next day hair (one day post wash/style).

I’ve been trying so many different products, tools, and routines that I can’t remember exactly what I used/did for wash day this time. I did not sleep with a bonnet last night because I’ve been so frustrated with my results lately that I just said screw it, but I normally do use one!

I have A LOT of very fine, long, naturally curly/wavy hair that tangles almost instantly. Frizz is a constant battle, even when soaking wet. I rarely use heat, as I prefer to air dry mainly because I don’t know what I’m doing, but I have a dryer with diffuser and a cold setting that might help.

As far as routine goes, I will shampoo once or twice, condition with detangling brush, and style wet in-shower with a combination of mousse, gel, and leave-in conditioner. I use a curl defining brush and wide tooth comb during styling as well as scrunching/raking.

Here are my initial questions:

What type of pattern do I have?
What porosity is my hair?
What types of products or concerns should I focus on?
Am I using too much or too little product?
How do I properly use a diffuser?

Any suggestions or recommendations would be much appreciated! TIA 🫶🏻

I am a mixed curlie needing some help with all the things! Photos provided in the comments are of next day hair (one day post wash/style).

I’ve been trying so many different products, tools, and routines that I can’t remember exactly what I used/did for wash day this time. I did not sleep with a bonnet last night because I’ve been so frustrated with my results lately that I just said screw it, but I normally do use one!

I have A LOT of very fine, long, naturally curly/wavy hair that tangles almost instantly. Frizz is a constant battle, even when soaking wet. I rarely use heat, as I prefer to air dry mainly because I don’t know what I’m doing, but I have a dryer with diffuser and a cold setting that might help.

As far as routine goes, I will shampoo once or twice, condition with detangling brush, and style wet in-shower with a combination of mousse, gel, and leave-in conditioner. I use a curl defining brush and wide tooth comb during styling as well as scrunching/raking.

Here are my initial questions:

What type of pattern do I have?
What porosity is my hair?
What types of products or concerns should I focus on?
Am I using too much or too little product?
How do I properly use a diffuser?

Any suggestions or recommendations would be much appreciated! TIA 🫶🏻