The Experts At LOHY. Share Their Tips For More Definition & Lasting Volume..
Fine, wavy hair, especially Type 2B Hair, often faces the frustrating challenge of curls losing their shape and dropping throughout the day. The lack of texture in finer curly/wavy hair can make it harder to maintain definition and volume.
However, with the right products and techniques, you can enhance your waves and create enough hold to last all day long.
Why Do 2B ( + Other Type 2) Curls Drop?
One of the most common issues with any Type 2 & commonly 2B hair is that it tends to be finer and can lack the structural hold that tighter curl types naturally have. Because of this, the curls can flatten or fall out as the day progresses. Heavier products can also weigh them down further, leaving your wavy hair limp and lacking in lustre.
Tips For Keeping Curls Defined & Bouncy
1. Choose The Right Products: Foams & Mousses Are Your Friends
When it comes to fine, curly wavy hair, lightweight products that build volume without adding too much weight are key. Curly Products like Chutzpah Mousse from LOHY. work wonders for 2B hair because they add definition without making your curls feel heavy. A mousse helps to give the hair more texture, creating a lightweight hold that boosts curl longevity.
Don’t forget to lock in your style with Hold-It Hairspray—perfect for giving your curls that final, strong hold while maintaining movement.
2. Try Upside-Down Diffuse Styling
Diffuse drying is essential for enhancing definition in all types of curly hair, but for fine 2B hair, upside-down diffusing works particularly well. It lifts the roots, encouraging volume, while the diffusing motion keeps the curls intact. By drying your hair this way, you help create more fullness and encourage the curls to stay lifted from the roots, rather than falling flat against the scalp.
3. Wash Your Hair More Frequently
Unlike other curly hair types, fine wavy hair can become weighed down by oils more quickly, making curls drop and lose definition faster. More frequent washing is recommended to keep your curls light and bouncy. A good clarifying shampoo like LOHY.’s Nourish and Flourish can help keep the scalp clean, preventing buildup that leads to limp curls.
4. Try A Layered Curly Hair Cut
A well-executed haircut can make all the difference when it comes to maintaining volume and curl definition. Opt for curly hair cuts that focus on creating layers. This helps to distribute weight more evenly, preventing the top layers from pulling the rest of your curls down. Layers also encourage natural movement and give your curls more room to spring up, and stay lifted.
Additional Tricks To Maximise Curl Hold
- Scrunch in Product While Soaking Wet: When applying mousse or foam, scrunch your hair while it's still wet to encourage curl formation. The scrunching motion helps set the pattern of your waves.
- Use a Satin Pillowcase: Sleeping on a satin pillowcase minimises friction, which helps your curls maintain their shape overnight. It’s a small change that makes a huge difference in how your curls look the next day.
- Diffuse your hair rather than air drying. Time isn't always our friend when it comes to maximising our curls potential. However, diffusing your curls dry will always add more volume and help to set the curl pattern faster than air drying. Air drying can cause curls to drop as they dry.
- Hands off! Avoid over-touching your hair, as constant handling can cause it to lose volume. Your hands carry oils, sweat, and dirt that transfer to your strands, weighing them down and making your curls fall flat. To keep your hair light and voluminous, resist the urge to touch!
By using the right products and incorporating these tips into your routine, you can keep your 2B curls looking fabulous and full of life.
Whether it's about choosing the right styling routine or curly hair cuts designed for fine hair, these simple changes will help your curls last all day, without dropping.
Love & Hydration xx
