How to Look After and Get the Most from Your Curly and Coily Hair!

How to Look After and Get the Most from Your Curly and Coily Hair

Curly and coily hair is bold, beautiful and full of personality — but it’s also uniquely delicate. These textures need a little extra love and care to stay hydrated, defined and healthy. At Arena Creative Hair, we believe your natural hair deserves to be celebrated, supported, and styled with confidence.

Whether you’ve just embraced your natural texture or you’ve worn your curls for years, here’s everything you need to know to keep your curls and coils looking (and feeling) their best.

 

Understanding Your Curl Type

Curly and coily hair types range from loose waves to tight spirals and zig-zag coils. No two heads of curls are the same — and that’s what makes them special.

The tighter the curl, the more prone it is to dryness, tangling, and breakage. That’s because natural oils from the scalp struggle to travel down the twists and turns of each strand.

This means moisture, gentle handling, and the right products are key to healthy, bouncy curls.

 

 

Your Curly Hair Routine – The Essentials

1. Hydration Is Everything

Curls crave moisture. Without it, they can quickly become frizzy, brittle and dull. Swap out traditional shampoos (which can be drying) for sulphate-free, curl-friendly cleansers.

Try Kevin Murphy HYDRATE-ME.WASH & RINSE — designed to nourish thirsty hair while enhancing elasticity and shine.

 

 

2. Condition Every Time You Wash

Never skip conditioner. It softens the hair, improves manageability, and defines the curl pattern.

Deep conditioning once a week is also vital — our top pick? Epres Strengthening treatment is a game changer

 

3. Use a Wide-Tooth Comb or Fingers

Curls are fragile. Brushing dry curls can cause breakage and frizz. Detangle gently while your hair is wet and coated in conditioner, using a wide-tooth comb or your fingers.

 

 

4. Don’t Over wash

Curly and coily hair doesn’t need daily washing — 1 to 2 times a week is plenty for most people. Over washing strips your hair of essential oils and dries it out.

On non-wash days, refresh your curls with a misting spray or lightweight leave-in conditioner.

 

 

5. Dry Gently

Instead of rubbing your hair with a towel, blot it gently using a microfibre towel or an old cotton T-shirt. Better still — let it air dry or use a diffuser on a low setting to maintain curl shape and avoid frizz.

Always apply a heat protector like HEATED.DEFENSE if using heat tools.

 

 

6. Define with Curl-Specific Styling Products

Curls thrive when they’re supported with the right styling products. Choose creams, mousses or gels designed for your curl type.

Some of our Arena favourites include:

  • KILLER.CURLS – a leave-in cream that enhances definition while controlling frizz.

  • KILLER.TWIRLS – ideal for looser curls needing soft, weightless structure.

 

 

7. Book Regular Trims

Split ends can travel up the hair shaft and cause more damage over time. Regular trims (every 8–12 weeks) help keep your curls shaped, healthy and bouncy.

Ask about our curl-specific cutting techniques at Arena – designed to work with your natural texture.

 

 

8. Protect at Night

Sleep can flatten and tangle curls. Preserve your texture by:

  • Sleeping on a satin or silk pillowcase

  • Wrapping your hair in a silk scarf

  • “Pineappling” your hair loosely on top of your head to keep curls intact overnight

 

 

9. Give Your Hair a Break

If you wear protective styles like braids or buns, make sure you’re not pulling too tightly or leaving them in for too long. Give your hair rest between styles to maintain scalp health and prevent breakage.

 

 

10. Treat Your Hair to Salon TLC

Curls benefit massively from in-salon treatments that restore moisture, repair damage, and lock in definition. At Arena Creative Hair, our Moisture & Repair Treatments, along with Gloss Refinements, are game-changers for curly and coily hair. Add these to your haircuts every time. 

They:

  • Add shine and strength

  • Improve manageability

  • Help protect your curl pattern from damage


 

 

Love Your Curls – They’re Yours for Life

Caring for curls isn’t about taming them — it’s about understanding them. With a little commitment and the right guidance, your curls will thank you with shine, shape and bounce.

Whether you want to embrace your natural texture, refresh your curl care routine, or explore colour with confidence — our team at Arena is here to help.

💬 Not sure where to start? Book a consultation and let us help you fall back in love with your curls.

 

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