People with curly hair know it well: getting pretty curls on shampoo day is one thing, keeping them for several days is another. Over time, the lengths can lose bounce, frizz appears and definition gradually fades. Result: many are tempted to increase the number of washes to find disciplined hair.
However, hair experts generally recommend spacing out shampoos in order to preserve the natural balance of the fiber. The right solution then consists of adopting a suitable routine to restore shape and suppleness to the curls between two washes. This is precisely the objective of the new Refresh Express Routine from Luxéol, developed for curly hair type 2C to 3C.
Why does curly hair lose definition quickly?
Curly hair has a particular structure that makes it naturally more prone to drying out. Their spiral shape prevents the sebum produced by the scalp from being distributed evenly to the ends. This characteristic promotes the appearance of frizz and loss of definition over the days.
Friction against the pillow, ambient humidity or even repeated handling also contribute to altering the natural shape of the curls. This is why many people today are looking for simple solutions to refresh their hair without systematically going through the shampoo step.
A three-step routine to revive curls between shampoos
To meet this need, Luxéol, hair expert, has imagined a complete routine made up of three complementary products: the Refresh Spray, the Curl Mousse and the Curl Oil. Made in France, these treatments are formulated without silicones or sulfated surfactants and are suitable from the age of 3.
The first step is the Refresh Spray, designed to be used daily on dry or damp hair. Its role is to reshape the curls and give them bounce between two shampoos. Its formula combines sugar derivatives with marine algae extract, an active ingredient known to help maintain moisture within the hair fiber. To optimize the result, it is recommended to spray the product then “scrunch” the hair upside down.
Twice a week, the Curl Mousse completes the routine. Applied to damp hair, it adds volume while helping to define curls. The same complex based on sugar derivatives and seaweed extract helps limit frizz while promoting hair that is softer to the touch. Drying can then be carried out in the open air or using a cold air diffuser.
The often forgotten step that makes all the difference
When we talk about curly hair, hydration is often highlighted. However, nutrition also plays an essential role in preserving the supple and bouncy appearance of curls. This is where the third step of the routine comes in: Curl Oil.
Used two to three times a week on the lengths and ends, it combines several vegetable oils recognized in the hair world: coconut oil, avocado oil, sweet almond oil, jojoba oil and castor oil. This combination helps nourish the fiber while providing a visible conditioning effect and reducing the appearance of frizz. Hair appears softer, silkier and easier to comb.
This routine is aimed at curly hair types 2C, 3A, 3B and 3C. People with curly or frizzy hair types 4A, 4B and 4C can turn to the new Frisés-Crépus range from Luxéol, specially developed to meet the intense nutrition needs of these hair textures.
The Refresh Express Routine is available in pharmacies, drugstores and on luxeol.com. To discover the entire range, also benefit from -30% on the entire site thanks to the promo code BEAUTETEST.
Alicia Aylies tested the routine in our Beauty on Screen format
To see concretely how this routine is used on a daily basis, we invited Alicia Aylies to discover it in a new episode of our video format. During this exchange, the former Miss France shares her relationship with her curly hair and tests the different products from the Luxéol range.
From the Refresh Spray, designed to reshape curls between two shampoos, to the Curl Mousse which provides volume and definition, to the Curl Oil intended to nourish the lengths and limit frizz, Alicia discovers each step of this routine of products with formulas of natural origin designed for curly hair types 2C to 3C. The opportunity to observe how the products look in real conditions and discover your impressions after application.
Check out her full review in our Beauty on Screen video below:
FAQ: Everything you need to know about caring for curly hair
How to reshape your curls between two shampoos?
Using a refreshing spray combined with the scrunch technique allows you to reform the curls and give them bounce without needing to re-wash the hair.
Why do my curls get frizzy after a few days?
Curly hair tends to lose moisture more quickly. Friction, humidity and lack of nutrition also contribute to the appearance of frizz.
How often should you use mousse for curly hair?
One or two weekly applications on damp hair are generally enough to provide definition and volume while preserving a natural result.
Are oils suitable for curly hair?
Yes. Used in moderation on the lengths and ends, they help to nourish the hair fiber, reduce frizz and provide more flexibility to the curls.
What is the difference between curly hair and frizzy hair?
Curly hair generally corresponds to types 2C to 3C and is mainly looking for definition and frizz control. Curly and frizzy hair (4A to 4C) requires more nutrition to compensate for its natural tendency to dryness.
