Summer puts your curly hair to the test: heat, humidity, salt, chlorine… and sometimes uncontrolled volume. However, when the curl is well designed, each movement becomes an accessory in its own right and gives character to the face. We forget about systematic straightening and focus on clever ties, romantic semi-ties and protective hairstyles that last from morning to evening. Only one question remains unanswered: which ones to adopt without spending hours?
For Sandrine Sophie, founder of the Kalia Nature brand, everything starts even before the hairstyle. , she explains in Elle. Nourishing mask, generous conditioner then leave-in cream adapted to your curl type prepare the ground for all the summer ties.
Curly hair and summer: prepare the base before styling
In the shower, opt for light textures for waves and richer textures for tight or curly curls. When drying, no friction: the lengths are gently pressed into a microfiber towel or cotton t-shirt. To restore bounce to a few strands at the front, Sandrine Sophie recommends a targeted styling gel: , she confides to Elle.
Between two shampoos, “wake up” the curls with a moisturizing hair milk sprayed on the lengths, then a few drops of fine oil to seal, without weighing it down. The watchword remains lightness: , she emphasizes, before recalling:
Curly hair: 20 great hairstyles to copy this summer
Once the fiber is soft and hydrated, it’s time for ideas. Confident volume, quick ties or protective hairstyles: these 20 looks adapt to all lengths of curly hair for summer.
- High and voluminous pineapple bun
- Curly high ponytail
- Fuzzy Half Tail with Ribbon
- Twisted half ponytail with barrettes
- Half bun curled at the top
- Low fuzzy bun on curls
- Double buns (two small buns)
- Maxi curly braid
- Curly bubble ponytail
- Soft crown braid
- Braided ponytail
- Light bonded braids
- Vanillas all over your head
- Curly side hair with barrettes
- Very voluminous flip-over hair
- Twisted bun under scarf
- Mini twin low buns
- Zendaya-style romantic semi-tied
- Mini Pineapple on Short Hair
- Front twists secured at the back
Zendaya’s semi-tied is already making the rounds on TikTok. His hairdresser Matt Loves Hair describes it as an accessible hairstyle: , he explains, quoted by Femme Actuelle. We take two thin strands from each side of the face, we cross them under the chin with a small elastic, then we repeat alternating right and left before bringing the whole thing to the back. A few waves left free around the face are enough to give this bohemian finish.
Keep your curly hairstyles in place all summer
To fix without cardboard, it is better to use a light jelly or gel cream applied especially to the attached areas (tail, bun, braids). Zendaya confided her routine to *Seventeen*: she washes her hair every three days with shampoo and conditioner with argan oil, then detangles only on wet hair with a wide-toothed comb: she explained, comments relayed by Femme Actuelle. She finishes with a leave-in cream, a microfiber towel then a diffuser to keep curls defined.
At night, it’s all about the accessories: satin pillowcase, satin bonnet and pineapple bun to avoid flattening the curls. For maximum protection, vanilla remains a strong option, as practical as it is stylish. , details Sandrine Sophie in Elle. She also sees it as a manifesto:
How often to wash your curly hair in summer?
Every two to three days is suitable for most curls, like Zendaya, adapting according to sweating, sport and repeated baths.
How to refresh your curls between shampoos in summer?
Spray a light hair milk on the lengths, scrub with your hands, then add a dab of jelly to dull strands.
How to protect your curls at night when it’s hot?
Opt for a soft pineapple bun, pillowcase or satin bonnet, and avoid tightening the ties or rubbing the hair.
