When you’re taking care of natural curls, stretching can be a helpful tool. It can help minimize the impact of shrinkage on your strands, as well as help prepare your curls for protective styles. There are several ways to stretch curls, and here are a few curly girls might find helpful. If you stretch your curls and have any tips or tricks, drop us a line and let us know what you do.
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Ways to stretch curls
This is a pretty easy way to stretch out your natural curls. Start with freshly washed, detangled curls, and apply a leave in conditioner throughout. Divide your curls into two sections, and brush down your edges. Some girls use a boar brush for this. Tie your curls into two low buns, and secure them in place. Allow to dry.
Braiding:
This is a very easy style that most can do on their own right at home. Start with damp curls, and split your curls into 2-4 sections, depending on how much hair you have. Apply leave in conditioner throughout, and then braid. Secure the braids at the very end, and then allow to dry.
Blow drying:
Begin with damp curls that have already been detangled. Start with small sections, and use a round brush to work through individual sections, drying completely. As you dry, gently stretch your curls.
Banding:
Start with wet hair, and detangle it. Then, divide your curls into 8-12 sections, depending on the length and density of your curls. Working section by section, work through your hair with hair bands. Allow your curls to air dry.
Butters:
While you’re stretching your curls, don’t use curl enhancing creams. Instead, you can opt to try a butter. Avocado or shea butters work really well to help stretch your curls while keeping them soft and easy to use.