A young woman with curly, frizzy hair looks frustrated against a plain background. Large bold text beside her reads: “Why Your Curls Look Awful After Day One.”

Curly Hair Tips from Hasblady at Bokaos Salon & Spa

 

Every week, I hear the same thing from my Pasadena clients: “Hasblady, I love my curls, but I can’t get them to behave.” If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Curls are beautiful, but they can also be stubborn and unpredictable. The good news is that with the right care, your curls can stay healthy, defined, and consistent, even with our California sunshine and dry air downtown near the IPIC Theater.

Hydration Comes First

Curly hair tends to be drier than straight hair because the natural oils have a harder time working their way down each spiral. That means moisture has to be part of your routine every single week. I always tell clients to think of their curls like a living plant. If you skip hydration, you’ll notice the results quickly.

  • Shampoo gently so you’re not stripping away the natural balance.
  • Make deep conditioning a weekly habit.
  • Finish with a lightweight moisturizer before styling.

At Bokaos Salon & Spa, we often pair hydration treatments with chemical re-texturizing services for clients who want to soften frizz and keep curl health on track.

Work With Wet Hair

Here’s something many people with curls don’t realize. Your styling steps should happen when your hair is still soaking wet. This helps lock in hydration and prevent frizz before it starts. Once the product is in, use a soft towel or even a cotton T-shirt to scrunch your curls. Avoid rubbing your hair with a regular towel since that roughens the cuticle and causes frizz.

Protect Your Curls at Night

We spend so much of our lives asleep, so what happens while you rest matters. If you’re waking up with flat or frizzy curls, the fix is simple. Sleep on a smooth pillowcase and tie your curls loosely on top of your head. Many of my clients try this once and are surprised by how much easier their mornings become.

Use Less Heat

Curly hair looks its best when it’s allowed to dry naturally. Too much blow drying or ironing will break down curl health over time. If you need faster drying, use a diffuser and keep the heat low. On days when you want maximum curl definition, air drying is always your best option. And when your curls start to feel heavy or lose shape, a light trim can bring the bounce right back.

A Local Story From Pasadena

One of my regular guests came in after running errands in Old Town. She told me her curls looked great on wash day but flat by the second morning. After adjusting her routine to add weekly conditioning and styling while her hair was wet, she returned a few weeks later glowing. Her curls were lasting three, sometimes four days, and she was spending less time fixing them. That’s the kind of change that comes from small, consistent shifts, not from complicated steps.

Final Thoughts from Hasblady

Your curls should feel like something you enjoy, not something you fight. With a little extra care, they can look great all week long. If you’re ready for personalized advice, come see us at Bokaos Salon & Spa. Whether it’s a fresh cut and style, a deep conditioning treatment, or even makeup for a special event, we’ll help your curls shine the way they’re meant to.

Ready to love your curls again? Visit us at Bokaos Salon & Spa, One Colorado Square, 52 Hugus Alley, Pasadena, CA 91103. Call us at (626) 304-0007 or book online here. We’d love to see you in the chair soon.

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