How to Refresh Curls with Little to No Water & Prevent Damage

[@stephaniebahoric3288]

This is seriously so helpful. I have such little time to get ready in the morning and always feel so overwhelmed with what to do with my hair.

[@parkerhamilton51]

my go to channel for continuing my curl care knowledge 💕 been watching you for years and people are always complimenting my hair!! thank you Gena 😌

[@imacurlygirl]

I usually just wet my curls every day in the shower and use a conditioner on the ends. Then style as usual. You taught me something new! I usually use an oil to get rid of frizz and refresh. Never thought to use a bit of gel. I'll give that a try! Thank you for all you do for the curl community!!!

[@GenaMarie]

Yes, soaking your hair daily can be very damaging. Try just misting water instead until you get used to using less and less water

[@nancysteffen7902]

This is all new to me😬 I am low porous, high density, coarse hair. I haven’t established my curl pattern because I’ve been getting keratin treatments for so long. In addition I also blow dry and flat iron. I’m done though. This past week I washed my hair and let it air dry. It’s just past chin length. The top layers are straight(ish) but underneath it’s wavy/curly. Where do I begin??? I don’t know what products to purchase. Also I have grey hair and get color. Is that an absolute nono??? Thank you 😊 Nancy♥️

[@berbonica]

as someone just now starting my curl journey, this video is unbelievably helpful!!!!! thank you so much!!

[@Justme77400]

I've had to learn to embrace my frizz. There's no use in fighting it, especially this time of year. Summer means hair chaos. LOL!! You recommended Curlsmith Curl Defining Styling Soufflé and I LOVE it!! On day 4 my hair doesn't want to curl so I have to just wash it.

[@deniseg1212]

Your videos are the most informative in terms of the science of the product, and always reminding me my hair is not your hair. I love that you keep the techniques realistic for anyone to be able to do and not spend all day doing your hair. I combine Ouidad curl primer with the same Ouidad gel you recommend and I can easily go 4-5 days without a full wash or even soaking.

[@belindachappell9875]

Love your videos Gena. I’ve learnt so much from you and your tips have helped so much. Whilst things got easier and better over time my biggest lesson was learning to embrace the frizz and tangles and not need my hair to look smooth and perfect like when I was straightening it. I love my natural hair much more now ❤

[@GenaMarie]

Thank you for sharing! It’s a constant journey for sure 💕

[@irmaradinson2320]

On my wash day I use CS stronger gel(glaze) it will last 3 days. To refresh I use face humidifier and little bit of CS foam. I am in my 5th day and looks great. Thank you sharing your tips

[@zecare]

I love how thorough you are! You have some of the best tips!

[@GenaMarie]

Thanks so much!

[@GenaMarie]

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[@simplycurlyde]

I like using foam for refreshing & sometimes oil just on the section of hair near my neck. Just a note: I changed my profile pic, (it was a white cat)if anyone is interested seeing my curly hair. It was finally one of the best washdays I had since I started caring for my natural hair, over 2 1/2 years ago. It's also my IG profile pic) I just wish I wrote what I did.😆)

[@michy2630]

Hi. Are you still using Rizzos curls? I see this video was 8 mths ago. I'm going to order Ouidad strong gel and will order this if you still like it

[@sushmakithania]

Aal the tips are perfect. My biggest challenge is my itcy scalp which starts to botger me from day 3 and it wont rest. If something needs to be done on wash day please tell me about that or if anything else please help

[@ShelleyMeyer-ni3ew]

Is the Ouidad gel ok for low porosity hair? I love it but I'm not sure it's the best for my hair being it's low porosity!

[@tamiburling3530]

Love all of your videos and have learned so much from you. I just started wearing my hair curly a year ago and it has been quite the transition for me. I'm in my 50's and have always straightened my hair until a year ago. I still cannot make it more than 2 days without washing my hair. My scalp just feels itchy to me if I don't. It's probably just in my head but if I try and go an extra day without washing I'm constantly scratching my scalp. Any suggestions to get around this?

[@KleiberKlan]

I have short, fine, wavy 2a/2B hair, low porosity (so my hair hates any product with protein). Unless I completely drench and restyle my hair for a "refresh" I have frizz no matter what. How can I dry refresh without drenching? My hair is too short to put up at night and a bonnet or silk scarf makes my hair just as flat as just sleeping on a silk pillow case.

[@24deb24]

I use the Ouidad (got the small travel size to test it). I do like it. What I've been doing on a wash day where products are concerned is to do half and half of air dry cream and the gel. I mix it in my hands and then apply. So far it's okay for my curls (I know everyone's curls are different so I have to experiment). My curls are different all over my head. Any frizz that pops up is the back top of my head. But, in the long haul...I love not using a dryer! No heat...except maybe a few minutes of diffusing...which I don't even do if I don't have to be anyplace.

[@katherinesilva622]

Hi Gena. Great info. Sometimes I dry refresh with the strenfthen & restore styling loción de Shea Moisture. The bottle says you can use this product on wet or dry hair. Do you know about other cream that can be used that way?

[@browneyelady6726]

Can you test: Love UR Curls. It's a Canadian company and they are on Amazon..thx

[@ceystal]

The treluxe foam I have does NOT come out as a liquid. It comes out like a foam. I think maybe you got a bad nozzle/top. This is also my absolute favorite way to water refresh but I usually use a volumizing foam so it doesn't get that products feeling. My favorite is the curlsmith volume foam.

[@GenaMarie]

Oh! I had no idea. I will check with the brand. Thank you!

[@michellemcgilton8364]

My hair is not quite as curly as yours. Maybe a 2C with some 3a’s under neath. Fine hair with high porosity/bleach. I can’t even imagine not washing my hair daily. My hair looks like a frizzy disaster each morning. Any thoughts? 😢

[@josuecastillo1193]

We kinda have similar hair. I’m still trying out products that suits my hair. But I think having a good shampoo and conditioner will really help tame the frizz and make your curls look good. Also either a leave-in conditioner or curl cream (or both if your hair is really wet). I don’t have a gel currently, but looking into it, but I would also suggest that. Also, having either a sleeping bonnet or satin (or silk) pillowcase will help control the frizz, because it won’t suck the moisture out of your hair. It’s been a while since you commented. I hope you found out some solution to your problem. But I hope this helps. :)

[@shivimodgil3855]

Hi Gena, I love your videos! I have a perm so I was wondering if these tips apply to permed hair....thank you so much!

[@Iatemycat0-0]

Hey gena, i dont shower in the morning to school cuz im running late most of the time and i have to brush my hair which makes it look very frizzy. Without using water or any product, is there a way i can refresh my hair? Please do answer i really dont like my frizzy hair :(

[@Yulia.ambika]

I needed this video THANK YOUUUU

[@wendymullins30]

Last time I tried wearing a bonnet 2 bed it made my fine,& wavy hair more than 2 days to come back.

[@whatwendylikes]

Great video! My hair is high density, so there's no point for me in doing a refresh with water, as it literally takes the same amount of time as just washing. I normally just add a fragranced hair oil or serum on day 3 to help with any bad smells. That and wearing Bizzy B headbands or topknot with Curlfriend Collective scrunchies.

[@theslayvibes]

Can somebody pls help me? I have fine hair so I have to use sock curls to curl my hair bc it won’t curl with a curling iron. But to do sock curls every night, u need to wet ur hair. And I can’t wet my hair every day bc then it’s all dry and damaged. Pls give me some advice!

[@Curlygurly81]

Can you show how to do it so it's not flat on top

[@dearartms]

could you please make video on how to blow dry hair as effective and faster as possible? i feel like it takes too much time to get it done

[@GenaMarie]

I have one here ☺️ kzbin.info/www/bejne/paLEpKegr6x7jdE

[@Sandy_Lou_Who]

I’m just starting my curly hair journey, I have trouble with flat hair on top. It just won’t curl at the roots, I used a root lifting foam and it helped , don’t know if it’s bad for hair or not, I love Ouidad gel!

[@rezn8]

try looking up root clipping

[@annesiska4752]

I have to root clip!

[@Veve1014]

When styling you can finger curl the roots and that should help

[@Sandy_Lou_Who]

@@Veve1014 I have tried that and my hair doesn’t respond well to finger curling, maybe I’m just not doing it right or trying to get the curl to go in the wrong direction, I’m a work in progress for sure😊

[@Valsveryown]

Hi! another question: re: Curlsmith Scalp Stimulating Booster, do you use this every day? Looking online at reviews, I see some mixed reviews about it leaving hair greasy. I was wondering if that was your experience? I only wash my hair 1-2 times per week, so I am curious to know before I purchase. Thanks

[@familyalishetty3376]

First comment💬 and 3rd like❤. Always early to watch your videos 🥰Loads of luv:)

[@jessg.829]

Thanks for the refreshing tips! When you diffuse, what heat and speed settings do you use?

[@GenaMarie]

I use the medium or the high heat and the low speed setting. The Curlsmith diffuser doesn't get too hot, even on high

[@jessg.829]

@@GenaMarie Thanks!

[@denisemathias9606]

Hi Gena, I am brand new to curls! I was wondering how you sleep without crushing your curls? When I wake up, so much has gone flat and frizzy, that I have to totally wet or wash and restart! I bought the satin pillow case and satin hair bonnets, but doesn't make a difference for me. A second issue that I have not seen addressed is oily scalp. I hear how important it is not to wash your hair everyday, but after a day, my hair feels kinda gross at the scalp. I guess I have an oily scalp which isn't friendly to skipping wash days. Is there any suggestions to help get my hair healthier without all the washing, but maintaining nice curls without that gross tacky under feel?? I have tried dry shampoo and even baby powder, which only makes the heavy thick root grossness worse. Help and thanks!

[@michy2630]

I just bought a bonnet on Amazon and I'm returning it. Not comfortable. How is the one you're wearing here? I may order it. I always refresh with water. Yikes. Going to finish watching the video

[@staceyvess8012]

Which bonnet is that? Looks comfy 😊

[@GenaMarie]

It’s linked in the video description 😊

[@asthurajani8569]

❤thank you sis

[@mariraafat6529]

Hi Gena thanks for all of your videos it really helps a lot. would you please make a video about ingredients specifically. Like so, so and so are perfect for moisturizing and so, so, and so are more like protein ingredients

[@lahungaritab.689]

What is “like so so” ???

[@sailormoon444]

I love the tips u give in this video especially since ive always had problems with refreshing my hair! I know this isnt part of your channel but perhaps u can give us instagram or quick video i would love to see what woutkouts u do at home! Your arms are amazing!

[@GenaMarie]

Thank you! I do Peloton strength workouts 3 days a week and then ride the bike the other days ☺️

[@sailormoon444]

@@GenaMarie thank you for answering! Love your videos!

[@morelove444]

Do you have another strong hold gel you like that does not contain wheat as an ingredient? I am having a hard time finding one.

[@zoecross8426]

Thanks for the video. What shampoo/s do you recommend, please?

[@GenaMarie]

Watch my video from last week all about my shampoo recs: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jIfdanWDa85gidU&pp=gAQBiAQB

[@simplycurlyde]

I was wondering if those headbands are comfortable. I was thinking about trying them.

[@GenaMarie]

I can feel that they’re there but it’s not bad or uncomfortable. It prob will depend on your head size too if it’s tight behind the ears

[@simplycurlyde]

@@GenaMarie I bought them at my local CVS! They feel light weight. I saw Invisibobble has a headband, too! Have you tried it yet?

[@Valsveryown]

Hi just watched some of your detangling/refreshing hair videos. Apologies if this information is somewhere else; question: I am curious on wash day, do you detangle your hair just before washing (hair is dry) or do you detangle your hair as you are washing/conditioning? I have gotten into the habit lately of detangling dry hair with my fingers before I begin washing and now I'm thinking I'm probably damaging my hair.

[@GenaMarie]

I detangle with oil on dry hair before I wash my hair. And then usually have to do some detangling again with conditioner after washing. Detangling on dry hair as long as you have oil is less damaging in my experience because our hair is weakest when it’s wet.

[@Valsveryown]

@@GenaMarie thank you

[@annanewsom4253]

Nice to know.

[@michellemcgilton8364]

@@GenaMarie what kind of oil?

[@Moonwillow76]

@@michellemcgilton8364 Any penetrating/moisturising oil that suits your hair like coconut, avocado, olive oil. You can look up penetrating/moisturising oil vs sealing oil for more info, Gena and ManesByMell both have videos on this.

[@kfcccccxc]

would sleeping with a bonnet help my hair if it is wavy (2b) at the top and middle and curly (3a) on the bottom? my curls aren't as tight as yours, and a scrunchie always falls down or ruins my hair anyway, and any curl i have falls almost flat the next day, but my hair is curly

[@GenaMarie]

Yes, a bonnet can help

[@lisaw6332]

I feel like I have a lot of hair fall out when I refresh or in-between washes when my hair is super curly and gets tangled..anyways to prevent that? What am I doing wrong or is that normal with curl hair.

[@GenaMarie]

Yes, its pretty common because with curly hair, the hairs get trapped and don't just fall to the ground easily like with straight hair. So when you go to refresh or detangle to wash, you see all those shed hairs from the day and they accumulate

[@nojones-d6s]

They don't have the hair steamer anymore😢...trying to find another one but not seeing any

[@simplydelicous8298]

My daughter's hair needs moisture and drys up fast she has 3a hair really curly long thick hair i wet it everyday or try to but you said lil to no water also she swims alot so what can i do for clorine

[@GenaMarie]

You can use a cowash in between regular shampoos

[@patsycurtis5557]

I lose a lot of moisture during the night because of hot flashes. My hair is very dry and stringy in the morning. Which means I have to spray mist each day. Can't wear a bonnet or silky pillows it gives me more hotflashes what to do? 😢😢

[@GenaMarie]

Real silk pillowcases will actually keep you cool versus cotton. I would wear your hair up in a silk scrunchie too if you really don't like wearing a bonnet. Ensure you're also using a strong hold gel on wash day so the curls hold up over night.

[@dcher3868]

Ouidad gels are all water soluble. If you add water it washes it out.

[@lisaw6332]

Do you have a videos on all of the ouidad products that you have? Could you line them up and share a picture on your Instagram? I want to buy all thw products lol ❤

[@MeganPeti]

I tried the Ouidad code and it didnt work 😢

[@GenaMarie]

It’s fixed now! See if it works

[@MeganPeti]

@@GenaMarie yes! It works now! Thank you 💗

[@sowertosow]

Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us, Unto him be glory in the church by Christ Jesus throughout all ages, world without end. Amen. Ephesians 3:20-21 KJV

[@lydiawilson2723]

Gurrrl! You are scaring me. ALWAYS out some heat protectant in that hair before you hit it with the dryer.

[@Chrismacgillivray]

How to refresh without water? First step, grab the spray bottle…

[@GenaMarie]

I said “minimal” to no water. There are water free options towards the end

[@rezn8]

Hard of hearing there pal?

[@katiehynes5148]

What is a good strong hold gel for high porosity, fine, high density hair? The ones I’m using atm are not giving me enough hold, especially in humidity. I can’t find the gels mentioned in Ireland🥲

[@Chels924]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/a4vIgmOkprSBjcU She recently did a video of recommendations for different hair types here!