7 Reasons why your wavy hair doesn't clump

We all want beautiful clumps because they keep the curls together nicely, but for curl types 2A to 2C this is easier said than done.

Below are some reasons why your curls no longer clump.

1. Not using enough Deep Conditioner (mask)

This is a big mistake. Deep conditioning is a must to create beautiful clumps.

Preferably weekly if you wash your curls multiple times a week. If you wash your curls once a week, then once every 2 weeks.

If you consistently skip a mask, any hope of clumping your curls is gone.

But the way you use the mask is also important..

Yes, there is a right way and a wrong way to condition your curls.

Simply applying a mask and hoping for the best will yield minimal results.

If you want to treat your curls with a mask, start by turning your head upside down and letting the water run through it. The weight of the water pulls your curls together and forms natural  clumps. Make sure all hair is soaking wet.

Apply your mask liberally to individual clumps, concentrating on the ends and any rough spots you can feel throughout the hair strand.

Once you have applied the deep conditioner throughout your hair, squish the curls up (condish) and pulse at the top.

Cover with a shower cap or heat cap and leave on for 30 minutes.

2. The product is too heavy OR too light for your curls

Finding the right product for your specific hair type is essential. This can be frustrating, especially in the beginning, so I recommend choosing products that are right for your hair type, using them for a month, trying different application techniques and monitoring how your hair reacts to them.

If you have wavy to curly hair and are using heavy butters and oils, it will likely be too heavy for your curls. It will weigh them down and cause your curls to become stringy, which will break off any clumps.

And if your hair is super curly and you use a lightweight product, it won't be able to hold your curls together because they need a little more weight.

It can be a little daunting to find the right products, but I promise it's worth it.

So what about our Styling Gel, which has Shea Butter as the 5th ingredient and also an Avocado Oil further down... even though it is labeled as a lightweight gel?

It's about the percentage that's in it, it can be the fifth ingredient, but that doesn't mean there's a lot in it.. the first ingredients, like the ingredients for the hold have a much higher percentage because we wanted to emphasize that.. good hold = higher percentage of ingredient.. the shea butter is in it to give your curls a nice feeling and nourishment.

The gel is indeed lightweight, well tested on fine hair, and the findings of other curly heads also confirm this, fortunately!

3.  You brush your hair too much

You see a lot of curly-haired people with the Denman, Wet Detangler Brush or wide tooth comb use, to create beautiful clumps. So yeah why you brush your hair too much..??

It's fine to detangle your hair with a brush when you're applying your conditioner, but try to use your hands when styling, as bristles can separate your curls too much, preventing them from clumping.

For wavy's  It is therefore advisable to use your hands as much as possible instead of combs or brushes.

This doesn't have to apply to everyone, it also depends on other factors such as thick or fine hair. Try it out so that you can experience for yourself where you get the most beautiful clumps that also stay in place.

4. Your hair is not wet enough when applying styling products

Applying products to hair that isn’t fully saturated can mess with your clump-fighting potential. If your hair isn’t fully wet, the products won’t be distributed evenly. This means you’ll end up with some flat sections, fewer tangles, and more frizz.

Apply your styling products straight out of the shower when your hair is soaking wet. This will ensure even distribution which will reduce frizz later on.

5. Do not apply products to the roots

It may go against what you've always believed/heard, but applying products to at the root can really help form clumps.

Flip your head upside down, starting with the section closest to your roots, and apply your styling products before working your hair down.

6. Protein-moisture balance is out of proportion

This is so important.. our Amazing Curls line does not contain protein, but that does not mean that your curls can do without it.. our drops are really a must-have to use with the Amazing Curls. Too much moisture does not always work out well in the long run.. as soon as your curls feel a bit more brittle, experience more frizz, and the clumps do not stay in, then it is time to add the drops to your mask, cream or gel. If you want to see results immediately, apply them directly to damp hair. If your curls are happy, you will see that the curls clump more and curl tighter.

7. You need a haircut

Is your hair too heavy and weighing down your waves? Then it might be time to book a hair appointment. It’s easy to think that because you’ve stopped using heat and drying products, you don’t need to cut your hair anymore – but you don’t, you do!

Book an appointment to get rid of split ends and ask your stylist to add some layers to lighten your hair. This will make your waves clump easier.

CONCLUSION:

Getting curls to clump doesn’t happen overnight. It takes dedication and consistency to get your curls to naturally form beautiful clumps.

By using the right products for your curl type, giving your curls the right protein-moisture balance, and getting your hair super wet, you're off to a great start!