Where do the curls come from? Most people believe it has to do with genetics, and while that is partly true, there may be other reasons as well. A lot of it has to do with the shape of the follicle and the direction of growth.
In curls, the hair follicle has an oval shape and the more parallel it is to the scalp, the denser the resulting hair. So if you are blessed with natural curls, you have come to the right place. We have some beautiful hairstyle ideas that look great on curls!
What type of curl do you have?
Before you decide on a haircut, you need to determine your curl type (Take our quiz now!). There is a simple, widely used classification system. The number refers to curl families, while the letter from “a” to “c” indicates what the curls look like. Type 1 refers to straight hair, type 2 is for wavy hair, type 3 is for curly hair and type 4 is for frizzy hair.
Why is it important to determine your curl type?
Curl types are a good basis for your daily hair routine. So if you have ringlets, you shouldn't waste time on styling products that are too weak. Or conversely, if you have fine wavy hair, you should avoid products that make your curls heavier. Even though most products are not classified according to the numerical system, it helps if you know your type. The better you know your curls and their needs, the easier it will be to find the perfect styling products for your hair.
Haircuts for naturally curly hair
The first prerequisite for the curls to fall beautifully is the right haircut. Basically, the shorter the hair, the more the curls bounce. We'll show you a few beautiful ideas for every hair length:
- Short haircut
Short haircuts are super cute and really popular right now. There are so many styles to choose from and you can add color to make your bold look stand out even more. Balayage highlights can add a lot of texture to short curly hair. From adorable pixies to curly bobs, they're all stylish and a great solution for soft curls! By the way, we have great ideas for hair colors that beautifully showcase natural curlscollected in this article.
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- Bob with natural curls
Bob cuts are extremely trendy and never seem to go out of style. A bob is a great way to tame those wild curls. If you want to add some bounce to your strands or thin out your thick curly hair, you can opt for a layered bob. Layers are always a great way to breathe new life into your curls.
Medium length hairstyles
Medium length curly hair looks wonderfully natural, lively and casual and is for almostany face shapevery flattering. Chin-length hair with curls is often not easy to tame, but this is exactly where the charm of this hairstyle lies. You can create beautiful updos even with shoulder-length hair!
If you thought that bangs don't go well with curls, we urge you to reconsider! Bangs are making a huge comeback too! Celebrities like Zendaya and Ella Eyre show how great bangs can look with medium-length curly hair.
Beautiful hairstyles for long, curly hair
Sometimes dealing with long curly hair can seem difficult. But with a long haircut, natural curls can fully reveal their beauty. Let your natural curls flow! It's that simple! With a layered cut, the layers should not be set too high up, otherwise the top hair will curl too much. Something between shoulder and chin length, i.e. in the middle of the neck, would be optimal. A V cut also looks wonderful on long, curly hair.
Ideas for trendy hairstyles
Even though natural curls can be a real challenge at times, there are many ideas for updos that you can wear on a bad curl day.
- Space Buns
- Top Knot
- Bandana hairstyle with fake bangs
- Braided hairstyles such as herringbone braid, cord braid, Dutch braid, etc.
Browse through our picture gallery and get inspiration for your next hairstyle!
