How can I get curly hair quickly?

• Start by understanding your hair type: straight, wavy, curly, or kinky; each texture requires specific preparation before styling.
• Hydrate, then seal: a sulfate-free shampoo followed by a ceramide mask and three drops ofdry oil locks in moisture and prevents frizz.
• Select the appropriate styling method: plopping or twists for a natural curl; ceramic iron at a maximum temperature of 180°C for quick and controlled definition.
• Protect hair before applying heat: a heat-protective spray rich in cationic hyaluronic acid preserves elasticity and shine.
• Maintain the definition on a daily basis: wear a satin cap at night, apply water mist + cream between washes, and micro-trim every two months to keep your hair bouncy and flawless.

Understanding your hair type before curling it

The quest for the perfect curl always begins with a flawless diagnosis. It may seem basic, but I have often observed poorly identified hair types in the salon, under the backlit mirrors; the result is inevitably disappointing.

Identify hair texture: straight, wavy, curly, kinky

A strand curls when it has a natural angle greater than 45°. The narrower the diameter of the spiral, the more lipids the fiber requires. Smooth textures, on the other hand, must first gain elasticity before they can be styled in a lasting way.

Diagnosing the scalp: dry, oily, sensitive

The health of the hair depends heavily on the skin's microflora.

• Dry: dry flakes and tightness. Choose ultra-mild surfactants.
• Oily: excess sebum the day after shampooing. Opt for sebum-regulating botanical extracts.
• Sensitive: diffuse redness and discomfort. Avoid sulfates and harsh fragrances.

Understanding what really causes hair to curl

Keratin, the main protein, is structured in disulfide bonds. Their three-dimensional orientation, dictated by genetics and humidity, determines the wave pattern. Any thermal or chemical agitation modifies these bonds. This is why the heat must remain below 180°C: above this temperature, denaturation becomes irreversible.

Prepare the fiber for beautiful curls

Gentle washing: sulfate-free shampoo and lukewarm water

A sulfo-succinate surfactant cleanses without stripping the hydrolipidic film. Warm water, around 90°F, gently opens the cuticles, allowing hydration without causing excessive swelling. I call this swelling the "couscous effect." It is essential to use a sulfate-free shampoo for this step.

Gentle detangling: wide-tooth comb and microfiber towel

An acetate comb cuts through tangles starting at the ends. Did you know that wet hair loses up to 30% of its strength? Microfiber, which is absorbent but non-abrasive, reduces friction by more than 70% compared to traditional cotton.

Targeted nutrition: night mask rich in oils and plant-based keratin

• Marula and camellia oils: provide omega-9 to lock in moisture.
• Hydrolyzed keratin: fills cortical gaps and increases breaking strength.
• Cationic hyaluronic acid: retains up to a thousand times its weight in water, ensuring bounce and definition when you wake up.

In the morning, a light scrunch is all it takes; the curl reveals itself, disciplined and luminous, ready to defy humidity and gravity.

Add to this Madame d'AlexisHydrating Mask, a concentrate of organic Damask rose, chamomile, and orange blossom hydrosols blended with cationic hyaluronic acid, plant ceramides, and precious jojoba and apricot oils: an elixir that saturates the hair fiber with water, seals in shine and ensures each curl has a sumptuous shape from the moment you wake up.

Heat-free techniques for naturally curling your hair

In my opinion, luxury is inseparable from softness. Why torture a precious fiber when simple physics is enough to transform it? I have selected four essential methods, tried and tested on the catwalks and in my own Parisian boudoir.

• Plopping with a cotton T-shirt
  Replace your rough towel with a soft jersey. After applying your conditioner, place your hair in the center of the fabric, fold it over, and tie it. Twenty minutes later, your curls will be defined without frizz, thanks to the even pressure and gradual absorption of water.
• Braids, twists, or twists
  Nighttime becomes your ally. Divide your hair into sections, braid or twist, and secure with a satin elastic. When you wake up, your curls will hold, because the keratin has dried around the imposed shape, without thermal shock.
• Scrunch your hair downwards with Madame d'Alexis styling cream
  Tilt your head down, squeeze the lengths between your palm and fingers to push the curve towards the roots. The orange blossom and squalane formula binds water within the hair fibers, ensuring silky bounce that survives the morning mist.
• Satin ribbon, tight curls overnight
  Wrap each strand around a ribbon, cross the ends, and go to sleep. Satin is not very absorbent, so it retains moisture and prevents marks. The result is reminiscent of the glamorous waves of the 1930s, revisited without the use of heated tools.

Controlled heat methods for curls in less than five minutes

Sometimes, between appointments, speed is paramount. Heat is not banned, it is tamed. Think of it like a Ferrari: magnificent, provided you respect its limits.

Cold air diffuser for thick or frizzy hair

A warm breeze increases the contact surface and limits sudden evaporation. Set the diffuser to medium speed, pivot the head, and let the curls form in the cup. The cold air at the end seals the cuticle and plumps up the spiral pattern.

Ceramic curling iron, temperature controlled

Set the tool to a maximum temperature of 180°C. Above this temperature, the keratin will be stripped away. Select a thin section, wrap it loosely around the tool, and release after eight seconds. The ceramic diffuses heat evenly, creating smooth waves without overheating. Repeat, but never go over the same section twice.

Section-by-section drying, nozzle at twenty centimeters

Brushing does not mean burning. Work strand by strand, with the nozzle directed toward the ends, never toward the scalp. This directional flow shapes the hair without damaging the fiber. Finish each section with a blast of cool air to lock in the memory effect.

Protective Alliance Madame d'Alexis

Before applying heat, spray on the Heat Protection Spray enriched with cationic hyaluronic acid. Each strand is coated with an invisible shield that reduces water loss by fifty percent. After styling, apply a small amount of Curl-Defining Gel: its acacia gum fixes the shape but remains imperceptible to the touch.

In summary

When heat is controlled, distanced, and sealed with the right care, it ceases to be harmful and becomes sculptural. For purists, heat-free techniques are enough to achieve couture volume. It's up to you to alternate according to your schedule, your mood, and, of course, the whims of the barometer.

Madame d'Alexis hair care routine for curly hair: the essentials

The art of washing with a gentle sulfate-free shampoo

Every curl deserves a careful prelude. I always start my routine with Alexis' Le Shampoo Madame, made without added water. Damask rose, chamomile, and orange blossom hydrosols replace ordinary water; the fine, pearly lather cleanses without stripping away essential lipids.

Two brief applications are better than one long massage: the first removes impurities, the second deposits prebiotics and plant keratin, which rebuild the fiber. Rinse at 32°C; this temperature slightly opens the cuticle without causing swelling.

Deep nourishing bath with a moisturizing mask for curly hair

Once the excess water has been squeezed out with a microfiber towel, I apply Le Masque from the range. Its creamy texture, rich in cationic hyaluronic acid and plant ceramides, adheres to the hair like a second skin. There are three protocols to choose from:

• Express treatment: ten minutes to tame frizz.
• Signature treatment: twenty minutes to fill in cortical gaps.
• Golden night: eight hours under a silk cap for complete regeneration.

When rinsing, the curls slide through my fingers; they feel denser, almost sheathed.

Day Serum: the protective elixir for your curls

I then warm two drops of the Day Serum in the palm of my hand. Its base of jojoba oil and orange blossom essential wax creates an imperceptible film that filters out UV rays, pollution, and humidity variations.

The anti-frizz effect is immediate, without weighing hair down. Personal tip: I spread the excess on my hands to perfume my cuticles; the subtle fragrance is the perfect accompaniment to a suit or mid-season trench coat.

Night Serum: restorative alchemy for supple curls

In the evening, five drops of Night Serum on the scalp reactivate microcirculation. Probiotics, combined with nettle extract, stimulate growth while hyaluronic acid deeply hydrates.

A two-minute circular massage, with your head tilted to promote blood flow, is sufficient. 

When I wake up, the roots are supple and the hair looks thicker; I notice this every time I style my clients' hair when they arrive.

Scrub: the detox interval

Once every two weeks, Le Scrub cane sugar scrub purifies the scalp. It removes styling product residue and polluting microparticles that suffocate hair follicles.

Apply to wet scalp, lather gently, then rinse thoroughly. The foam crackles slightly, guaranteeing a delightful sensation of lightness.

Key steps to maximize the effects of your curly hair routine

• Use a wide-toothed comb, never a brush, on wet hair.
• Dab without rubbing to prevent static electricity.
• Dry hair with a diffuser on a warm setting, scrunching the ends toward the roots.
• Seal in moisture with a fifteen-second blast of cool air.

Tips for long-lasting, frizz-free curls

Curly hair behaves like precious silk: it catches the light when it is perfectly hydrated, then becomes frizzy at the slightest imbalance. Here is the protocol I teach backstage at Haute Couture shows to maintain sculptural curls until the next shampoo.

The rule of moderation

Rich formulas are expensive... and often contain excessive amounts of ingredients. I recommend the rule of 350 g of product per week, all textures combined:

• 200 g for washing and co-washing,
• 100 g for the deep mask,
• 50 g for finishing creams or serums.
  Above this amount, the cuticle becomes saturated and the curl collapses; below this amount, frizz reappears.

The special nighttime ritual for curls

Nighttime is your ally when it comes to curls, if you know how to harness it. Replace your standard cotton pillowcase with a mulberry satin one. The low friction coefficient limits breakage by 43% according to our laboratory measurements. In the morning, your curls will retain their original definition, without any frizz around the edges of your face.

Morning rituals to revive the shine of your curls

Here's an anecdote: in Monaco, in the dry mistral wind, I saved a hairstyle for a photo shoot by warming three drops of dry jojoba oil between my palms and pressing them onto the ends of the hair. This gesture:

• instantly closes the scales,
• prevents the absorption of unwanted moisture,
• adds a shimmer to the flashlight.

Refreshing spray between washes

Two days after shampooing, fill a spray bottle with 150 ml of osmosis water and a small amount of light styling cream. Spray, scrunch your hair with your head tilted, and let it air dry. Your hair will regain its bounce and floral scent, without any excess oil.

The discipline of regular cutting

Removing three millimeters every two months may seem insignificant, but this micro-trimming reduces the spread of split ends. Loss of definition is stopped in its tracks; curls retain perfect symmetry, even on extra-long hair.

Caring for your curls daily and weekly

D-Day: Tactile Minimalism

Paint only with your fingers. Any dry brush breaks the natural spiral and creates static electricity that is difficult to correct.

Midweek: gentle reset

A co-wash or light conditioner dissolves sebum without stripping the hair fiber of its lipids. Massage the scalp for three minutes, rinse with lukewarm water, and squeeze dry with a microfiber towel.

Weekend: deep cleansing treatment

Opt for a creamy mask saturated with fatty acids, plant proteins, and cationic hyaluronic acid. Ten minutes under gentle steam is enough to plump up the cortex.

Golden rule: alternate between hydration and nutrition

• Hydration: pure aloe vera gel, rose hydrosol mist.
• Nutrition: melted shea butter, camellia oil.

This L-O-C (liquid, oil, cream) cycle maintains the water-lipid balance, a major prerequisite for elastic, frizz-free curls.

By following these high-precision protocols, your curls will withstand humidity, spotlights, and sea breezes without losing their shape. After all, elegance is measured by the consistency of detail.

Frequently asked questions about curly hair

How can you prevent frizz?

Controlled hydration and lipid sealing are the winning combination. After each wash, spray on some rose hydrosol, then apply three drops of jojoba oil to the still-warm lengths. Finish with a blast of cold air; this closes the cuticle, preventing ambient humidity from affecting your hair.

How to get natural curls in five minutes?

With your head tilted, lightly mist your hair, scrunch it with a light cream containing plant-based keratin, and set it for thirty seconds under a warm diffuser. Your hair will bounce back, shiny, without the need for a flat iron. I use this technique backstage when timing allows me no more than two passes with the photographer.

What is the best product for curling long hair?

Opt for a styling gel made from acacia gum. Its flexible hold maintains the curve without restricting movement and, crucially, never leaves white residue when brushed out. On a runway show, it allowed me to tame a 60-centimeter mane without weighing down the silhouette.

Curling without irons or rollers: is it really effective?

Yes, if you rely on natural capillarity. The satin ribbon technique, applied at night, sculpts waves that are visible as soon as you wake up. The secret lies in gentle tension: if it's too loose, the curl collapses; if it's too tight, it breaks the volume.

Can curls be kept intact overnight?

A mulberry satin bonnet limits friction and preserves up to 90% of the initial definition. For restless sleepers, spray on a light mist of alcohol-free setting spray; the hairstyle remains flexible, but flyaways are kept at bay.

How to refresh curls on the second day?

Make your own homemade elixir: 150 ml of filtered water, a dab of aloe vera leave-in conditioner, and two drops of ylang-ylang essential oil. Spray, scrunch, and let air dry; your hair will regain its bounce and the delicate fragrance will prolong the salon effect.

What routine protects curls from the sun and sea?

Before sun exposure, coat your hair with pracaxi oil, which protects against UV rays. When you return from the beach, rinse your hair with fresh water, apply a protein mask for ten minutes under a warm towel, then seal in the moisture with a serum rich in antioxidants.

Do regular cuts improve definition?

Absolutely. A micro-trim of three millimeters every two months eliminates split ends that break the curl line. The result: a fuller silhouette, fewer tangles, and curls that bounce right down to the oldest strands.

Which ingredients should you choose to moisturize without weighing down your skin?

• Cationic hyaluronic acid: penetrates the cortex and retains water.
• Hydrolyzed silk protein: coats without stiffening.
• Vegetable glycerin ≤ 3%: attracts moisture without leaving a sticky residue.

How can you combine intense exercise with flawless curls?

Before training, tie your hair back in a high ponytail secured with a silk scrunchie. After your workout, rinse away sweat with cool water, apply a quick co-wash, and seal with a heat-activated protective spray before gently drying. You'll leave as if the session never happened.

How can I easily curl my hair?

To curl your hair easily, use a quick and easy technique: prepare your hair with a heat protection spray, then work on thin sections with a curling iron set to 180°C. If you prefer not to use heat, opt for foam rollers: wrap each strand of hair before going to bed, style your hair when you wake up, and undo the rollers with your fingertips. This method is also suitable for textured and frizzy hair, giving it a harmonious bounce without breakage.

How to care for curls?

Caring for your curls starts with a specific routine: moisturize after every shampoo with a rich mask, massaging it into the scalp to prevent dryness. Dry hair will benefit from a glycerin leave-in conditioner. Avoid frequent perms; opt for gentle styling and detangling with your fingers in the shower. The result: defined, nourished, and shiny curls until the next wash.

What are some tips for long-lasting curls?

The first tip for truly long-lasting curls is to seal in moisture so that it lasts. Apply a light serum, then protect the shape at night under a protective hairstyle or satin cap.

Always pat your hair dry with amicrofiber towel: it protects the cuticle of curly hair while maintaining volume. For colored hair, add a UV protection spray to lock in the color. Your curls will stay shiny and bouncy for several days without needing to be touched up.