The Best Curly Hair Routines by Curl Type

Decode Your Curls

Hair routines for natural curls are not one-size-fits-all! There’s a Garnier Fructis curly hair routine for every curl, coil, and wave – read on to discover your curl type and perfect routine.

When your hair is soaking wet, determine if your curl shape is 2, 3, or 4. Then choose A, B, or C for your curl width (loose to tight):

You can also check the article Know Your Curl Pattern for more information.

After determining your curl type, use our guide below to discover the best way to style your curls.

Curly Hair Routine for Curl Type 2

Curl Type 2: Wavy
- 2A: Soft waves
- 2B: Loose s-waves
- 2C: S-waves

Styling goals: Definition and shape

The best curl routine for wavy hair Types 2A, 2B and 2C includes a leave-in conditioner to add extra moisture and shine. Our Curl Air-Dry Cream gives hair soft, bouncy definition and controls frizz for up to 48 hours.

Curl Shape Defining Spray Gel also helps define waves and can be used on both dry and damp hair, so it’s great for a morning re-bounce. If you’d also like to add hair volume to your 2A curly hair routine, reach for our Curl Construct Creation Mousse.

Curly Hair Routine for Curl Type 3

Curl Type 3: Curly
- 3A: Loose spiral curls
- 3B: Spiral curls
- 3C: Corkscrew curls

Styling goals: Moisture and frizz control

Type 3 curly hair is more prone to frizz, so it’s all about hydration. Create your own deep-conditioning mask by combining our Curl Nourish Conditioner with our Curl Multi-Use Oil, which helps add moisture and to control frizz. Once a week is recommended for a 3A/3B curly hair routine, and more often for type 3C.

Curly Hair Routine for Curl Type 4

Curl Type 4: Coily
- 4A: Coiled
- 4B: Zigzag coiled
- 4C: Tightly coiled

Styling goals: Deep, lightweight hydration

Coily Type 4 hair also craves moisture and definition. If you’re experiencing shrinkage, in your 4A and 4B curly hair routines, try our Curl Stretch Pudding to elongate and moisturize curls and coils, or our Curl Sculpt Conditioning Cream Gel to add more definition. In addition to a curl cream, a great 4C curly hair routine includes a leave-in treatment like our Curl Multi-Use Oil, which provides up to 72% less breakage in just one use.

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Your curl type may affect how often you should wash curly hair, but the best routine uses sulfate-free shampoo like our Curl Nourish shampoo, and sulfate-free conditioner and co-wash. When it comes to drying, less is always more! Whether you wear your curls long, shoulder-length, or short, air-dry whenever possible and maintain bounce with Curl Refresher Spray. Also, try curl-loving techniques like pineappling and plopping.

Healthy curly hair also means knowing the secrets of detangling curls and finding your personal curl styling products. Finally, make sure you’re not making any of the common curly hair mistakes listed here.

Now you know that not only is Garnier Fructis good for curly hair, but we've got you covered for every shape and style!

The Best Curly Hair Routines by Curl Type

Decode Your Curls

Curly Hair Routine for Curl Type 2

Curly Hair Routine for Curl Type 3

Curly Hair Routine for Curl Type 4

Curly Hairstyles and Techniques Roundup

FEATURED PRODUCTS FOR CURLY HAIR

FEATURED PRODUCTS FOR CURLY HAIR

Garnier Fructis Air Dry Butter Cream Leave-in Treatment The Curl Air Dry Butter Cream Leave-In Treatment instantly moisturizes and provides up to 48 hours of defined curls when used with the Curl Nourish Shampoo and Conditioner.

Garnier Fructis Curl Shape Spray Gel Fructis Curl Shape Spray Gel provides shiny and defined curls with strong hold and no frizz.

Garnier Fructis Curl Construct Creation Mousse Fructis Curl Construct Creation Mousse with coconut water provides defined and soft curls with no weigh down and extra strong hold.

Garnier Fructis Curl Nourish Conditioner The sulfate-free Curl Nourish Conditioner gently cleanses without stripping for up to 48 hours of defined curls when used with our shampoo and air dry butter cream.

Garnier Fructis Curl Multi-Use Oil The Curl Multi-Use Oil provides up to 72 percent less breakage in one use. Use as a scalp treatment, nourishing oil, or deep treatment.

Garnier Fructis Curl Stretch Pudding For Curly, Coily Hair
Garnier Fructis Curl Stretch Pudding Anti-Shrinkage Cream provides up to 48 hour elongation and moisture for curly to coily hair. Sulfate free, silicone free, paraben free, cruelty free, and vegan formula.

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The Best Curly Hair Routines by Curl Type

Decode Your Curls

Curly Hair Routine for Curl Type 2

Curly Hair Routine for Curl Type 3

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FEATURED PRODUCTS FOR CURLY HAIR

FEATURED PRODUCTS FOR CURLY HAIR

Garnier Fructis Air Dry Butter Cream Leave-in Treatment The Curl Air Dry Butter Cream Leave-In Treatment instantly moisturizes and provides up to 48 hours of defined curls when used with the Curl Nourish Shampoo and Conditioner.

Garnier Fructis Curl Shape Spray Gel Fructis Curl Shape Spray Gel provides shiny and defined curls with strong hold and no frizz.

Garnier Fructis Curl Construct Creation Mousse Fructis Curl Construct Creation Mousse with coconut water provides defined and soft curls with no weigh down and extra strong hold.

Garnier Fructis Curl Nourish Conditioner The sulfate-free Curl Nourish Conditioner gently cleanses without stripping for up to 48 hours of defined curls when used with our shampoo and air dry butter cream.

Garnier Fructis Curl Multi-Use Oil The Curl Multi-Use Oil provides up to 72 percent less breakage in one use. Use as a scalp treatment, nourishing oil, or deep treatment.

Garnier Fructis Curl Stretch Pudding For Curly, Coily Hair Garnier Fructis Curl Stretch Pudding Anti-Shrinkage Cream provides up to 48 hour elongation and moisture for curly to coily hair. Sulfate free, silicone free, paraben free, cruelty free, and vegan formula.

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Garnier Fructis Curl Stretch Pudding For Curly, Coily Hair
Garnier Fructis Curl Stretch Pudding Anti-Shrinkage Cream provides up to 48 hour elongation and moisture for curly to coily hair. Sulfate free, silicone free, paraben free, cruelty free, and vegan formula.