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This class is designed to help you truly understand your curls, from the ingredients in your products to the techniques and tools that work.About this Event
What We’ll Cover
1. Organic vs. Synthetic Hair Products
- Understanding ingredients and what they actually do
- Natural vs. lab-derived ingredients: pros, cons, and myths
- How ingredient choice affects scalp health, moisture, and curl definition
2. Cleansers & Scalp Care
- Shampoo-free / No-Poo options
- No-lather cleansers vs. traditional lathering shampoos
- When traditional shampoos can be:
- Over-drying
- Cause “hair hangover” (dull, lifeless curls)
- Importance of scalp care and scalp balance
- Gentle exfoliation:
- Using fingers and tools safely
- Removing buildup without stripping
- Clarifiers:
- When to use them
- How often is too often
3. Product Types & What They Do
- Gels
- Creams
- Butters
- Waxes
- Oils
- Water-based products
- How some products create a water barrier (especially important for certain curl types)
- Choosing the right product texture for your hair type and porosity
4. Curl Types & Custom Routines
We’ll discuss routines for:
- Type 2: Wavy hair
- Type 3: Big, bouncy curls
- Type 4: Tighter curls and coils
How routines differ based on:
- Curl pattern
- Density
- Lifestyle and time commitment
5. Porosity & Moisture Balance
- High porosity hair
- Absorbs moisture quickly
- Focus on protein + moisture balance (“clean moisture”)
- Low porosity hair
- Water beads off the hair shaft
- Needs heat/steam to help products penetrate
- How to identify your porosity
- What your hair actually needs to stay healthy
6. Styling Techniques
- The Bowl Method for looser curls and waves
- Techniques for tighter or thicker hair
- How to tell when water isn’t penetrating the hair shaft
- Styling with:
- Fingers
- Brushes vs. no-brush styling
7. Tools We’ll Discuss
- Hand-held hair steamer
- Bounce Curl Brush
- Denman Brush
- Unbrush
- Wet Brush
- Finger styling
- When not to use tools
8. Protein, Bond Builders & Curl Health
- Curl-specific bond builders
- When protein helps vs. when it hurts
- Signs of protein overload
- How to strengthen curls without causing dryness
9. Brand Education
- Curl-friendly brand examples
- What to look for on labels
- Avoiding trends that prioritize profit over curl health
What You’ll Leave With
- A better understanding of your specific curl type and porosity
- Knowledge to choose products with confidence
- A routine that fits your lifestyle
- Tools to solve common curl problems instead of guessing
Perfect for:
Wavy, curly, and coily hair
Beginners or those frustrated with trial-and-error
Anyone wanting healthier curls without the overwhelm
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
1627 W Howard St, 1627 West Howard Street, Chicago, United States
Tickets
USD 65.00 to USD 110.00
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