You don't want to sleep directly on your curls – that's a surefire way to flatten 'em out! Instead, to make curls last overnight, try either a loose braid(s) or loosely wrapping your hair into a bun at the crown of your head. Take care not to go too tight or you'll stretch out your curls.
Curling Headband
hair and split hair into two sections. Starting with the front sections, wrap hair around the rod away from the face. Add more hair as you move down the rod until all hair is wrapped. Secure with a scrunchie and keep in overnight (or until your hair is dry).
After the curls are done, put a plastic cap on and continue onto the dryer for 10 minutes, this will help keep the curl in tact and cool the shaft down. Hairspray and sheen spray next and at night wear a silk scarf or bonnet to keep your style in tact. Silk pillow cases help too.
Pineapple your hair: Before going to bed, gather your curls at the top of your head and loosely secure them with a soft scrunchie or satin hair tie. This technique, known as pineappling, helps prevent your curls from getting flattened while you sleep.
After your hair is smoothed out, brush some flexible-hold curling mousse through your hair, focusing on the mid-lengths to ends. This step is essential when it comes to making your curls last as long as possible. Without it, I notice my curls drop far more quickly – it'll be a matter of hours instead of days.
When using the Dyson Airwrap™ multi-styler, there are two key reasons curls can sometimes drop out prematurely. Trying to style hair that's already dry. Using the wrong barrel for your hair type, which may prevent a firm and lasting hold.
Instead, to make curls last overnight, try either a loose braid(s) or loosely wrapping your hair into a bun at the crown of your head. Take care not to go too tight or you'll stretch out your curls. Pro Tip: Use a silk pillowcase to avoid roughing up your hair and causing frizz while you sleep.
The best way to refresh curly hair in the morning is to use a water-based leave-in conditioner or curl refresher spray, then scrunch and apply a curl crème. This routine helps hydrate and define your curls without the need for washing.
The pineapple hair technique is an easy and effective way of protecting curls overnight. When done correctly, hair pineappling creates a beautiful pile of curls on top of your head that resembles — you guessed it — a pineapple!
Not Letting Curls Cool: Cooling is crucial! If you touch, brush, or style curls before they've fully set, they'll fall flat fast. Let each curl cool completely before running your fingers through them. This simple step locks in the shape and ensures your style lasts longer.
Texturizing spray is great because it adds volume and can also act similarly to a dry shampoo by neutralizing the oils in your hair. You can still use hairspray before or throughout the curling process, but finishing with a texturizing spray will help hold the curls in place without dragging them down too much.
If your curl styles can't hang past day one, it could be the result of a number of things: a) a curler that's too big, b) a setting spray that's either too weak or too heavy for your hair type or c) layering on too many products. And testing out all your styling options?
Bend forward and pull your hair into a high ponytail, securing the ponytail with a scrunchie or fabric hair tie. Only wrap the hair tie around once as you don't want to create an indentation in the hair. When you wake up, remove the hair tie and your hair will be sleek, straight and ready to go!
Satin or Silk Pillowcase
The key to protecting your waves while you sleep is minimising friction. Friction can cause your hair to frizz. Cotton pillowcases absorb moisture and create friction. Satin or silk pillowcases are much gentler on your waves.
The best way to keep long curly hair fresh overnight is to tie it up in a pineapple. Simply grab the nearest non-snag tie or scrunchie and tie hair loosely in a ponytail on top of your head. If you have a fringe or shorter face-framing pieces, use a small butterfly clip to secure them and you're bed-ready.
You want to put your hair in a pineapple right at the very top of your head. So whether you sleep on your front, back or sides, your curls won't get squashed or flattened as you move around during the night. It's also really great for root volume!
Sleeping with a loose bun will not only stop your hair from brushing up against your face all night, but it will also help to maintain your curls for longer (plus add a little volume!) Pro Tip: Put your hair in a scrunchie to secure your bun.
As you sleep, the weight of your head can flatten your curls and make it easier for them to tangle together. But, in the right sleep position, your curls will stay intact and bouncy come morning.
Lightly Mist with Water: Use a spray bottle to lightly mist your curls with water. Apply Leave-In Conditioner or Gel: Apply a small amount of Leave-In Conditioner or Curly Hair Custard (or styler of your choice). Scrunch and Smooth: Scrunch your curls with your fingers to redefine them and smooth any frizz.
Your hair isn't cool enough
If you brush through or style your curls too soon, they won't hold. After curling each section, hold it in place for a few seconds or pin it up while it cools. Letting your curls cool in the shape you want locks in the style, ensuring they have more hold once you release them.
Your curling iron is set to the wrong temperature. If you have thick hair, use a higher heat setting. Lower the temperature if you have fine hair, to avoid heat damage. And, always make sure to use a heat protectant.
You just need to section your hair and let the auto-wrap curler do its thing, but hold it longer than you think you need to. The Flexstyle is all about monitoring the temperature to avoid heat damage, so you don't need to stress. Don't skip the cool shot, which locks the style in place.