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Let’s see if you can relate!
You start out with soft, silky, straight hair that’s a breeze to detangle and style. Your parents are thrilled because there are no tears in the bathroom every time the brush comes out. Life is smooth sailing! But then, one day, things take a turn.
You brush your hair in the morning like always, but this time, it doesn’t stay sleek. Suddenly, your hair seems bigger, poofier, and—oh no—frizzy! What on earth happened??
🌟Curly Hair and Puberty
Your hair isn’t the only thing changing. Your voice starts to deepen, and you get all those funny feelings when you’re near your crush. You might even shoot up in height. Yep, you guessed it: puberty!
Hormonal changes during puberty can do all sorts of wild things to our bodies, including changing the texture of our hair. But here’s the kicker—these changes happen gradually, so it’s not always easy to figure out if your hair is actually curly.
🌟How Many People Have Curly Hair?
With all those straight hair products on store shelves, you might think you’re one of the unlucky few with curls. Maybe only 10-20% of people have curly hair, right? Wrong!
Believe it or not, the majority of the world’s population has some type of textured hair—whether it’s waves, curls, or coils. Over 60% of people have naturally curly hair! Studies show that even among people with hair traditionally considered “straight,” many have waves or curls in reality. So, chances are your hair is naturally curly too!
🌟How to Tell if Your Hair is Curly
I can’t tell you how often I hear someone complain that their hair is “unmanageable” or “just frizzy.” Here’s the truth bomb: “frizzy” isn’t a hair type. If your hair isn’t perfectly smooth when air-dried, then guess what? You’ve got curls!
Still not sure? Here are five signs your hair is curly:
- You feel the need to straighten your hair every day because otherwise, it looks “messy.”
- You wake up with rebellious strands that won’t cooperate.
- Your hair tangles easily, making brushing a pain.
- Your hair transforms into a mermaid dream at the beach.
- Your hair puffs up like a loaf of bread the moment humidity hits.
Sound familiar?
🌟Okay, My Hair is Curly… Now What?
Good news! You’ve just unlocked a whole new world of hairstyles. Embracing your natural curls means you can explore countless styles and routines that enhance your unique texture.
The not-so-bad news? You’ll need to adjust your routine a bit. But don’t worry—it’s less intimidating than it sounds. With just a few tweaks and the right products, your curls can thrive!
🌟How to Learn More About Your Naturally Curly Hair
That’s where we come in! We started this blog to help people like you navigate their curly hair journey because we’ve been there. It’s been a long process for us, but we’ve gone from fighting our curls to embracing every twist, turn, and yes, even frizz.
We’re here to make this journey easier for you. Ready to take the plunge? We’re diving in right alongside you!
With love,
Amity 💗
