Depending on the forecast, summer can be the best — or worst — of times for curly hair. And there’s always one question: Is the humidity friend or foe? On the one hand, it can galvanise your curl pattern and take volume to new heights. On the other, it can compromise definition by causing coils to unfurl. And then there’s the exposure to harmful UV rays and drying chlorine or salt water, which can put hair health at risk.
And in that spirit, co-washing with a cleansing conditioner has even more appeal during the summer, when you’re likely to wash your hair more often. “It’s wonderful for gently cleansing and locking in moisture between regular shampoos,” says François.Understanding where you fall on the curl pattern spectrum is vital to choosing the right products. Ciceron groups curls into three different categories: waves, spiral-y curls and coils.