Over time due to incorrect or too aggressive treatments, wavy hair can lose its vitality and become dull, dry or even tending to smooth, with flat and undefined waves . But there is no need to be alarmed: with the right measures and products it is easy to bring it back to its natural splendor.
In this article we will explore the causes of loss of natural waves and what are the best strategies to recover definition, with tips and specific products designed for the needs of wavy hair.
Have you noticed that your waves are less defined, that your hair looks smoother and without volume? It’s a more common situation than you can imagine, but why does it happen?
There are several reasons that can affect the loss of natural shape in wavy hair. Let’s discover them together, keeping in mind that each hair has its own path and that the waves deserve to be celebrated in all their uniqueness.
- Excessive use of thermal tools: straightner, curling iron and hair dryer, especially when used at high temperatures, are among the main causes of loss of curls or waves. Excessive heat weakens the structure of the hair relaxing waves and making them flat and smooth.
- Chemical treatments: chemical dyes, bleaching or other chemical treatments (such as straightening or permanent), weaken the hair fiber depriving it of its natural elasticity and hydration.
- Lack of hydration: wavy hair, as well as curly hair, are by their nature drier compared to straight hair because the natural oils of the scalp have more difficulty reaching the ends. If they are dry and dehydrated, the waves are likely to be less defined.
- Product “build up”: even the excessive use of styling products, such as gels or foams, can “smooth” the waves. Too many styling products can in fact weigh down the hair and make it lose that beautiful natural elasticity.
Fortunately, taking the right path, and choosing products specific for this type of hair, you can recover your hair wavy. Let’s see together the steps to follow to get back the hair from straight to wavy.
The first step to finding natural waves is to take a break from those tools that damage your hair in the long term, such as the straightener and curling iron.
The regular use of thermal tools, as we have seen in the previous paragraph, is one of the main causes of wavy hair becoming straight. The intense heat not only relaxes the curls, but damages the internal structure of the hair causing dryness and making it more susceptible to possible breakage.
The hair dryer can also contribute to this effect if used without proper precautions. To protect your hair, then set it at a low or warm temperature and use a diffuser. This tool is the best ally because it distributes heat evenly and helps to keep waves defined and soft.
Extra tip: Pat hair with a microfiber towel before drying. This simple gesture helps to eliminate the excess of water, but maintaining the right hydration in the hair, and the excess of styling products, thus favoring the natural definition of waves.
Choosing the right products is the second step to revitalize damaged wavy hair and recover elasticity and definition. The secret? Opt for gentle, moisturizing and light formulas that are therefore able to nourish and support the waves without weighing them down.
- Specific shampoo for wavy hair
Choose a shampoo that is free of sulfates and parabens, ingredients that tend to dry hair. A good moisturizing shampoo will help the hair to maintain the right internal moisture preventing dryness and frizz.
- Moisturizing balm and nourishing mask
A moisturizing balm, to provide additional hydration and to detangle knots gently, it’s an additional product that you should not be missing in a good wavy hair routine. Look for formulas with natural oils such as argan, coconut or jojoba, or nourishing butters like shea butter.
For a deeper treatment, particularly useful in the presence of damaged wavy hair, apply a restructuring mask, such as the Curl Restore Restructuring Mask Curl Save’n Safe: ideal for wavy, damaged, bleached curls, needy of extra cuddles.
- Leave-in and styling products
After washing, a leave-in product is perfect for maintaining hydration during the day and the days following the wash day. If you want you waves to be even more defined you can also choose a gel, mousse or definition cream. Since it is wavy hair, however, it is important to choose light styling products to enhance both definition and volume without weighing it down.
Recovering wavy hair is a path that requires time and care, but also joy in rediscovering its true nature. It’s not just about restoring a shape, but celebrating the unique beauty of your waves. Following these tips, and choosing specific products for wavy hair, you can bring your waves to their splendor: elastic, bright, defined and strong! Always remember: wavy hair deserves to be enhanced at every stage. So experiment with styling techniques that respect their texture and enjoy the journey to a hair care routine that reflects your authenticity.
Strengthening and restructuring mask for bleached and damaged curly and wavy hair.
Styling Spray with light and invisible hold, enhances wavy hair by making it more defined and soft.
Strengthening and restructuring shampoo specially designed to deeply cleanse and restore bleached and damaged curly or wavy hair.
