5 Homemade Ways To Curl Hair Without Damaging It

To curl the hair and keep it defined without harming it, it is important to let these remedies work overnight and remove them in the morning following.

Often in search of ways to look better, women sometimes subject their hair to a wide variety of treatments to change the look. They also want to curl their hair.

Thus, stylists have developed interesting techniques and products. The goal is to nourish the hair, while changing its shape, size and volume.

So, if straight hair continues to be in fashion, today many women are betting on other types of hairstyles. They can have wavy locks, curls or at least, more movement.

This not only brings a fresh and original image, but also gives a new shape to the facial features.

However, the problem is that some of these methods are quite aggressive. Even if at first this may not be seen, over time the damage can then be irreversible.

Fortunately, there are several alternatives that can be put into practice to achieve well-defined curls without harming the hair.

In this article, therefore, we are going to present you the 5 best alternatives so that you can change your look and thus curl your hair.

1. The pineapple skin treatment

The enzymes that pineapple contains are useful for obtaining full, thick, hydrated hair and finally for curling the hair.

Its active compounds thus stimulate the natural growth of the hair, and bring them shine and also strength.

Ingredients

• Pineapple skins
• 1 liter of water
• 1 bottle with spray

How to do ?

• First put the pineapple skins in a saucepan with water and heat over medium heat until boiling.
• When the water comes to a boil, lower the heat and then cook for another 5 minutes.
• Finally, let stand until it reaches a bearable temperature, filter with a colander and put the liquid in a bottle with spray.
• Rinse your hair as usual,  then apply the scalp to ends treatment to still damp hair.
• Repeat this every day or at least 4 times a week.

2. The cucumber and egg treatment

This treatment does not curl the hair as such, but it is a good supplement to achieve well-defined, hydrated and frizz-free curls.

Apply before using the curling iron or any other waving device.

Ingredients

• 1 egg
• 1/2 cucumber
• 1 tablespoon of coconut oil (15 g)

How to do ?

• Beat an egg and mix it in the blender with the pulp of the half cucumber and a spoonful of coconut oil.
• After obtaining a thick and homogeneous paste, moisten your hair and spread the paste from half to ends.
• You can use a brush so that the product is well distributed on the desired areas.
• Leave it on for 20 to 30 minutes and rinse it off.
• Repeat whenever you want to have gorgeous curls.

3. The beer and lemon treatment

The mixture of beer and lemon creates a hydrating and restorative treatment, ideal for curbing hair loss and dandruff.

Its compounds improve the texture of the hair to  obtain defined, fresh and long-lasting waves. So you can curl the hair in a pleasant way. 

However, the smell can be a bit unpleasant, so it is essential to rinse your hair well after use.

Ingredients

• 1 liter of water
• 1 can of beer
• The juice of a lemon
• 1 bottle with spray

How to do ?

• Boil the liter of water, and when it comes to a boil, add the beer and lemon juice.
• Leave on low heat for two minutes, remove and wait until it cools.
• When the product is ready to use, spray all the hair using the spray bottle.
• After applying it, you should not expose yourself to direct sunlight.
• Use two or three times a week.

4. Traditional curlers for curling hair

Hair curlers are always a good idea to curl the hair and achieve pretty, well-defined curls.

It is a technique that can be used on dry or damp hair, and one can even choose the size of the curls.

Ingredients

• Hair curlers
• Lacquer

How to do ?

• Separate the hair into several strands and wrap each strand around a curler.
• Spray with a little hairspray and leave to act, at least for 3 hours.
• If you want longer-lasting curls, leave on overnight.

5. Wavy locks with an old t-shirt

An old t-shirt can turn into a great ally for wavy, voluminous locks.

Ingredients

• 1 t-shirt
• Hair lotion or hairspray

How to do ?

• Cut the t-shirt into strips two or three centimeters wide and use them to wrap the strands of hair.
• Tie off the wicks if you consider it necessary, or secure them with clamps.

Are you ready to change your look and curl your hair without damaging your hair?

Motivate yourself to try any of the methods mentioned and find out that you can style your hair without using any harmful elements.

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