Do you think beautiful curls always take a lot of time? They really don’t have to. With the right order of steps and a few smart choices, you can finish your wash day routine in 15 minutes. In this article, I’ll walk you through a quick routine step by step, so you can have beautiful hair even on busy days.

Before you start styling, there are two things you need to know: what look are you going for, and how much time do you have? In Part 3 of Krullenmaxxing 2026, I’ll show you how to style your curls or waves for more definition or, conversely, more volume, which products and tools will help you achieve that, and how to do it step by step.

Be sure to read Parts 1 and 2 as well.

Protein or moisture—or both? If you have curly or wavy hair, you’ve probably wondered about this at some point. In this article, I’ll explain it as simply as possible: what the difference is, how to figure out what your hair needs right now, and how to restore balance without making it more complicated than it needs to be.

Using more products isn’t always better, especially if you have waves or curls. In Part 2 of Krullenmaxxing 2026, I’ll explain how to build a balanced hair care routine. Because your hair might not need extra conditioner, but it might need protein—or perhaps a bond treatment. Read on to find out what your hair really needs.

Have you heard of “curlsmaxxing”? In this blog series, I’ll share everything I know as a curly girl and curly-hair stylist, so you can bring out the best in your curls or waves. Let’s start at the beginning: washing. Because most people have buildup in their hair without even realizing it, and that’s exactly where things can go wrong.

You've probably heard that your frizzy hair is damaged. It's not. What you really need is the right routine, the right techniques, and a few good products to bring out the waves and curls that have always been there. Let me show you how to get started.

Not all diffusers are the same. I’ve used quite a few, and although they may look similar at first glance, the experience is completely different depending on what you’re looking for: price, drying speed, build quality, or versatility. Here are five models I’ve tested myself, from the most affordable to the most expensive.

Whenever someone comes to me complaining that their waves or curls barely last through the first day, the first thing I ask is: Do you use a styling gel? Usually, the answer is no. And the other times, the answer is yes, but…

Before I became a hairstylist, I had no idea how many different types of curly hairstyles there were. It turns out that, just as there has been a veritable explosion of products for curly hair on the market, some experienced hairstylists have also decided to develop their own unique techniques for cutting textured hair. That’s great, of course! But it also means that we—people with curls—are even more confused than ever. So how do you know which hairstyle…

I don't make impulse purchases anymore. We already have enough stuff at home that we don't use, and I'm well aware of that. But when I really need something, sale days are the perfect time to buy it.

Have you ever wondered why, even though you’ve done everything right—bought the right products for your hair and spent two to three hours styling it—you still have to deal with frizzy hair?

You should try your water…

Taking the first steps in caring for your wavy or curly hair can feel incredibly overwhelming—and I say that as someone who’s been in exactly the same situation. Especially in this information age, where you can literally find the answer to anything with the click of a button, but end up even more confused than when you started.

I get it. I feel the same way…

If you ask me about air-drying and whether I'm a fan of it, ABSOLUTELY NOT. Air-drying takes so much time, and it's not always better for your hair. And the worst part? Your wet hair is hanging all over the place…

I LOVE CRUNCHY CURLS! Yes, you heard that right! Every time I wash my hair, I pray to the curl gods that they’ll bless me with some crunchy curls after I blow-dry it with a diffuser. Why? Because it’s a sign that my products are working and that my curls will stay beautiful longer.

I used to hate my hair. I think almost every girl in the world with wavy or curly hair has gone through the same thing. They hated their hair and didn’t know how to take care of it. And that happened to me, too. For years, I straightened my hair, thinking it needed to be “fixed.” I didn’t know that…

Your hair care routine is probably the reason your wavy or curly hair isn't looking its best!

Here's why: we've always been told that…

So many people claim that "curl training" has improved their curls. But is that really true?

I first heard this term when I started taking care of my wavy, curly hair. At the time, my hair was still partially damaged by…