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Discover the curly hair routine that helped me bring my natural curls back to life! From tips for 2C/3A curls to managing curly bangs, this is my go-to routine for healthy, bouncy curls. Minneapolis ...

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Call me biased—do it, DO IT—but I personally think that 3a hair is one of the most versatile of the curl types. (...I should also state that I have a mix of 3a hair, so I genuinely am biased.) Still, ...

Nailing down your curl type (or curl types) is easier said than done. We’d all love to pick our curly hair types out of a lineup and receive a foolproof manual for styling and care—but as anyone who’s ...

Every item on this page was chosen by an ELLE editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. While I’ve spent much of my life straightening my naturally curly hair for ease, I ...